Sandbox:Sloth

Edits to directions

Getting Started

• Note where zip file gets extracted - this will later be called the "Sloth Directory" (full name: DIY 4-DOF Robot Kit - Sloth).

Install Arduino IDE

• No changes

Install the Driver

• The Driver folder is in the Sloth Directory, wherever you installed that.
• Double-click the PL2303_Prolific_DriverInstaller_v1180B link to bring up 7zip
• Click the extract icon
• Take note of where the zip file gets extracted - this will be called the "Driver Directory" - it is by default the Driver folder in the Sloth Directory
• Double-click the PL2303_DriverInstaller_v1180_20170406' file to run the installer; accept any defaults during installation

Add libraries

• First run Arduino by either typing Arduino into Cortana and clicking the resulting app or by going into the Windows menu and selecting Arduino
• Follow the instructions in the booklet
• Note you will be warned if the library has already been installed - this doesn't cause problems.

Test for Servos and Ultrasonic Module

• Preparing the servo means

Contents of Box

• Instruction booklet
• Compliance and safety notice
• Structural parts:
  • Bottom plate
  • Top plate
  • Feet (2)
  • Motor chassis (2)
  • Motor frame (2)
• Fasteners
  • 1.5*5 screw (10)
  • 1.4*8 screw (6)
  • 2*8 screw (12)
  • 3*5 screw (18)
  • 3*8 countersunk screw (8)
  • 1.4 nut (6)
  • 2 nut (12)
  • 3 self-locking nut (8)
  • 3*8 standoff (4)
  • 3*25 standoff (4)
• Electrical
  • servo (4)
  • ping (1)
  • nano board (1)
  • expansion board (1)
  • velcro tape (1)
  • mini usb cable (1)
  • 9V battery connection (1)
  • 4-pin cable (1)
  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Socket wrench (1)
• Not included
  • 9V battery