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Ringo Educational Guide Rev04.1 ~ Plum Geek
Software Installation
Connector
Ribbon Cable
Connector
Ribbon Cable
Warning! It is rather easy to attach the programming connector to the top row
of pins only which is incorrect. Please look closely as you are attaching the
programming connector to be sure it engages both the upper and lower set of
pins at the same time.
Warning! Take care to not bend the pins when handling Ringo or attaching the
programming cable.
TIP: You don’t need to press the ribbon cable all the way onto Ringo’s
programming pins. Normally it’ll work fine if pressed on only half way. This
makes the ribbon cable easier to remove and is less likely to stress the cable.
Try not to pull the ribbon cable off of Ringo by the cable - try to use the black
plastic ends if possible. This again will help reduce stresses on the cable.
This section has been largely reproduced from the SIK Guide for the SparkFun Inventor’s Kit.