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1. G Dynex Hobby rir a Ok e _ a oT ia oe e osf Step 5 Simple Circuit Test 4 Connect the Vortex to a 9 12VDC power supply Step 3 Soldering Refer to User Manual for connection polarity Next solder the components to the PCB 5 Connect the accelerometer sensor to port labeled A3 on the PCB 6 When power is connected the PC light should appear 7 Press the mode button 8 The PC light should disappear 9 Wiggle the accelerometer sensor for 5 seconds 10 After 10 seconds the Strobe light will start to strobe when the accelerometer sensor moves from side to side 11 Ifthe proceeding events occur then the device is operating normally Step 4 Calibrate sensor circuit 1 Connect the center pin and upper pin from the port For a full functional test follow the balancing procedures in the labeled C on the PCB to a multimeter User s Manual 2 Connect the accelerometer sensor to port labeled A3 on the PCB Ensure the accelerometer is sitting Step 6 Finalize assembly still on a flat surface 1 Insert the completed PCB assembly into the Vortex 3 Using a small screw driver turn the potentiometer case labeled R3 until the multimeter reads 2 Insert the 4 screws on both ends Insert the dials approximately OmV onto the 9mm pots 3 Ensure there is adequate clearance with connectors and casing endplates 1 Page Copyright Dynex Hobby 2013 ELECTR2. SAFETY FIRST This assembly manual requires the builder to have knowledge on constructing electronic circuits Soldering irons can cause severe burns if not handled correctly Electronic solder typically contain rosin resin compounds and lead which when heated may create noxious fumes Prolonged exposure to these fumes is considered potentially harmful and may create health problems including headaches nausea and eye irritation A Solder Fume Extractor or working in a well ventilated area greatly reduces this hazard by effective removing these problem fumes from the air Before you begin Your safety is your own responsibility including proper use of equipment and safety gear and determining whether you have adequate skill and experience Improper use of assembly tools is dangerous unless used properly and with adequate precautions including safety gear Some illustrative photos do not depict safety precautions or equipment in order to show operating instructions more clearly These products are not intended for use by children These products are intended for radio control model applications and should never be used on industrial equipment Use of our products and content on DynexHobby com is at your own risk It is your responsibility to make sure that your activities comply with applicable laws including copyright The United States Fire Administration USFA has a guide and many simple steps you can take to preve
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4. ONIC PARTS UST Part Value Package Library PCB V1 14 Dynex PCB J1 SPC4078 con jack con jack R2 1M RJOW 9mm pot R3 20k RJOW pot R5 10k RJOW 9mm pot 50k B25P pot PVA2 PVA2F switch misc PG203 PG203J Stereo Socket 90 deg header 90 deg header 90 deg header 90 deg header 90 deg header 90 deg header 90 deg header 90 deg header 90 deg header 90 deg header TERMS amp CONDITIONS PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF USE CAREFULLY BEFORE USING DynexHobby com All users of this site agree that access to and use of this site is subject to the following terms and conditions and other applicable law If you do not agree to these terms and conditions please do not use this site WARRANTY DISCLAIMER This site and the materials and products on this site are provided as is and without warranties of any kind whether express or implied To the fullest extent permissible pursuant to applicable law DynexHobby com disclaims all warranties express or implied including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and non infringement DynexHobby com does not represent or warrant that the functions contained in the site will be uninterrupted or error free that the defects will be corrected or that this site or the server that makes the site available are free of viruses or other harmful components DynexHobby com does not make any warrantees or representations regarding the use of
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7. nt the loss of life and property resulting from electrical fires EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY Assembling of the Vortex System is straight forward and requires minimal tools The assembly instructions assume that the builder has a basic knowledge of circuit assembly procedures If you do not feel comfortable with assembling the Vortex seek help from an experienced person The following tools are required for assembly ASE Soldering Iron Side Solder Cutters Multimeter PLEASE CHECK THAT ALL PARTS ARE SUPPLIED ACCORDING TO THE PARTS LIST BEFORE PROCEEDING Vortex Assembly VORTEX SYSTEM ASSEMBLY Introduction Vortex is a combined dynamic balancer and vibration analyzer for hobbyist It is capable of balancing rotors and shaft assemblies to reduce wear and improve performance The vortex system can operate as a stand alone device or it can be connected to a PC for advanced analysis This manual outlines the Vortex system construction Step 1 Identify parts Locate all parts before assembling Vortex Items should include PCB potentiometers switches and sockets as illustrated below Step 2 Insert parts Insert all components into the printed circuit board You may need to bend the protruding wires of the components to hold them in place prior to soldering Ensure that potentiometers R2 R3 and R5 are positioned correctly e G Dynex Hobby H T f F f si if qo Ert 34 gt 25 oS YE 5 af z
8. provide and components can be damaged during assembly Component packages should be checked against the components list supplied and any shortages or damaged components must be advised to us within 7 days of delivery date to ensure free component replacement It is recommended that if a kit builder does not have enough knowledge to diagnose faults that the project should not be started unless assistance can be obtained Unfortunately an improperly installed component or bad solder joint or wiring mistake can take many hours to diagnose and at normal service rates the service charge could well be more than the total cost of the electronics kit Kit Reliability Our range of electronics kits are intended for educational and amateur hobbyist use only The operation reliability of these kits is dependent solely on how the kits are built and how they are operated both aspects which we at DynexHobby have no control over therefore we cannot guarantee the reliability or proper operation of these kits in any way for both short term and long term operation Therefore we do not recommend the use of our kits for long term demonstration purposes such as exhibits in both commercial and private demonstrations including museums Limitation of Liability DynexHobby com products are not toys nor intended to be used with a toy The Customer will be responsible for ensuring the fitness for purpose of the Goods for the Customer s application Dynex
9. se thoroughly check your work Today s semiconductors and passive components have reached incredibly high reliability levels and it s sad to say that our human construction skills have not However on rare occasions components which are defective may be shipped and included in your kit All of our kit parts carry the DynexHobby Warranty that they are free from defects for a full ninety 30 days from the date purchase with the exception of power semiconductors Defective parts will be replaced promptly at our expense If you suspect a component to be defective please mail it to us for testing and replacement Please send only the defective component s not the entire kit The component s MUST be returned to us in suitable condition for testing Please be aware that testing can usually determine if the part was truly defective or damaged by assembly and or usage If you did damage or blow up a component through testing don t be afraid to tell us We re all human and in most cases replacement parts are very reasonably priced Missing Parts Before assuming that a component value is incorrect or missing check the parts listing carefully to see if it is a critical value such as a specific semiconductor or IC or whether a RANGE of values is suitable such as 10uF to 47uF Sometimes a different value component may be substituted in a non critical application If you believe we packed an incorrect part or omitted a component clearly in
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