SRV02 Gyroscope User Manual
by connection #3 in Figures Error: Reference source not found and Error: Reference source not
found.
5. Connect the 6 pin mini DIN cable between the amplifier “S1 & S2” connector and the smaller
connector on the gyroscope module connector panel. This is illustrated by connection #4 in
Figures Error: Reference source not found and Error: Reference source not found.
6. Testing and Troubleshooting
This section describes some functional tests to determine if your SRV02 is operating normally. It is
assumed that the SRV02 is connected as described earlier. To carry out these tests, it is preferable if the
user can use a software such as QUARC or LabVIEW to read sensor measurements and feed voltages
to the motor. See [1] to learn how to interface the SRV02 with QUARC. Alternatively, these tests can
be performed with a signal generator and an oscilloscope.
6.1. Motor
6.1.1. Testing
Ensure the SRV02 motor is operating correctly by going through this procedure:
1. Apply a voltage to analog output channel #0 of the terminal board.
2. The
motor
gear, should rotate counter-clockwise when a positive voltage is applied and
clockwise when a negative voltage is applied. Remark that the motor shaft and the load shaft
turn in opposite directions.
6.1.2. Troubleshooting
If the motor is not responding to a voltage signal, go through these steps:
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Verify that the power amplifier is functional. For example when using the Quanser amplifier
device, is the red LED in the top-left corner lit?
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Check that the data-acquisition board is functional, e.g. the LED on the Quanser Q2-USB
should be green. The DAQ board fuse may be burnt and need replacement.
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Make sure the voltage is actually reaching the motor terminals (use a voltmeter or oscilloscope).
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If the motor terminals are receiving the signal and the motor is still not turning, your motor
might be damaged and will need to be repaired. See section 7 in this document for obtaining
support from Quanser.
6.2. Encoder
6.2.1. Testing
Follow this procedure to test the SRV02 encoder:
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