Advanced RGB LED 1.0 Kit
December 2013, Rev 1
− 12 −
http://www.EasternVoltageResearch.com
Advanced RGB LED 1.0 Kit
Set-up and Testing
Okay, so lets begin!
1. Install a 9V battery into the battery connector, or connect a 7-12VDC power
supply to the proper terminals ensuring proper polarity is observed.
2. Using a multimeter, verify that there is 5VDC at pin 1, of U2. This will ensure
that the onboard 5V regulator, U1, is connected and working properly. If the
voltage is not 5V, you will need to determine why U1 is not working before
continuing on.
3. Disconnect the 9V battery or 7-12VDC power supply.
4. Install the programmed PIC12F683 microcontroller into the U2 location. Note
that one end of the PIC12F683 is marked by a notch; this end MUST be oriented
as shown on the PCB layout.
5. Reconnect the 9V battery or 7-12VDC power source.
6. The unit will start-up in the mode it was last operating on. Generally, it will
default to the first operating mode (pulsating red) the first time the unit is powered
up.
Congratulations! Your Advanced RGB 1.0 is now completed and operational.
Selecting Modes
There are several pushbutton modes of operation. Pressing the pushbutton twice in
succession will cycle the unit into the next operational display mode. Pressing the
pushbutton once will pause the current mode of operation, and likewise, pressing once
again will restart the display operation. Holding the pushbutton down for 2 seconds will
turn the unit OFF while holding the pushbutton down for 2 seconds while in the OFF
mode will turn the unit back ON.
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM: The LEDs do not illuminate when I turn the switch ON.
SOLUTION: Verify that the LEDs and U1 are installed correctly, the battery is installed
correctly, and the battery is not completely drained.
