570-28015 Parallax

Web Site: www.parallax.com Office: (916) 624-8333 Forums: forums.parallax.com Fax: (916) 624-8003 Sales: sales parallax.com Sales: (888) 512-1024 Technical: support parallax.com Tech Support: (888) 997-8267 TM PING))) Bracket Kit ( 570-28015) The PING))) Bracket Kit includes a standard servo and all mounting hardware required to attach the PING))) ultrasonic sensor to the front of the Parallax Boe-Bot robot (or any custom- made robot chassis with a flat mounting spot on the front). You may also purchase additional hardware from Parallax to mount the HM55B Compass Module to the same mounting bracket. That hardware is not included in this kit but is available from a hardware store or the Parallax web site. See page 4 for more information. Features y Parallax Standard Servo provides 180 degrees of ultrasonic scanning ability y Clean and sturdy connection provides reliable use on mobile robots y Example BASIC Stamp code for using the mounted PING))) sensor with a Boe-Bot robot can be downloaded for free from Step 2: Attach the PING))) mounting bracket to the servo horn using (2) 2/56 long screws and nuts. Put the rubber grommet in the brackets larger hole. Step 3: The mounting holes on the PING))) mounting bracket accommodate both Futaba and Hitec servo sizes and locations. Identify the proper holes for your servo. Step 4: As viewed from the top, attach the PING))) ultrasonic sensor to the PING))) mounting bracket using (2) 4/40 long screws, (2) long nylon spacers and (2) 4/40 nuts. Step 5: Disconnect power, then remove the Board of Education and four standoffs from the Boe-Bot chassis. The Board of Educations front right mounting position will be used for the straight bracket attachments the other one will mount on one of the chassiss front slots using a 4/40 screw and nut. Install (3) nylon washers under the other three standoffs and replace the Board of Education on the chassis so it remains level. Copyright Parallax, Inc. PING))) Bracket Kit ( 570-28015) v1.1 8/10/2007 Page 2 of 4