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Updated Connecting Devices to a Control or Expansion Hub (markdown)

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2019-05-01 09:42:50 -04:00
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Connecting-Devices-to-a-Control-or-Expansion-Hub.md

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| Connecting 12V Power to the Hub | | Connecting 12V Power to the Hub |
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| 1. If your 12V battery has a Tamiya style connector, connect the Tamiya to XT30 adapter cable to the matching end of the switch cable.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep1.jpg" width="250"></p><br/>Important Note: Do not connect the 12V battery to the Tamiya adapter yet. We will connect the battery during a later step. | | 1. If your 12V battery has a Tamiya style connector, connect the Tamiya to XT30 adapter cable to the matching end of the switch cable.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep1.jpg" width="250"></p><br/>**Important Note:** Do not connect the 12V battery to the Tamiya adapter yet. We will connect the battery during a later step. |
| 2. Connect the other end of the switch cable to a matching XT30 port on the Hub.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep2.jpg" width="350"></p> | | 2. Connect the other end of the switch cable to a matching XT30 port on the Hub.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep2.jpg" width="350"></p> |
| 3. Verify that the switch is in the OFF position.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep3.jpg" width="250"></p> | | 3. Verify that the switch is in the OFF position.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep3.jpg" width="250"></p> |
| 4. Connect the 12V battery to the Tamiya to XT30 cable.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep4.jpg" width="350"></p> | | 4. Connect the 12V battery to the Tamiya to XT30 cable.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep4.jpg" width="350"></p> |
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| 6. Turn off the switch and verify that the Hub is off. Note that the Hub’s LED should not be illuminated.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep6.jpg" width="350"></p> | | 6. Turn off the switch and verify that the Hub is off. Note that the Hub’s LED should not be illuminated.<br/><br/><p align="center"><img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/Connecting12VStep6.jpg" width="350"></p> |
### Connecting a Motor to the Hub ### Connecting a Motor to the Hub
The Hub can drive up to four (4) 12V DC motors per Hub. The Hub uses a type of electrical connector known as a 2-pin JST VH connector. Many of the FIRST-approved 12V DC motors are equipped with Anderson Powerpole connectors. An adapter cable can be used to connect the Anderson Powerpole connectors to the Hub motor port. The Hub can drive up to four (4) 12V DC motors per Hub. The Hub uses a type of electrical connector known as a 2-pin JST VH connector. Many of the FIRST-approved 12V DC motors are equipped with Anderson Powerpole connectors. An adapter cable can be used to connect the Anderson Powerpole connectors to the Hub motor port (see [FIRST Tech Challenge Robot Wiring Guide](https://www.firstinspires.org/sites/default/files/uploads/resource_library/ftc/robot-wiring-guide.pdf) for more information).
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<img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/MotorRig.jpg" width="350"> <img src="https://github.com/FIRST-Tech-Challenge/WikiSupport/blob/master/ftc_app/images/MotorRig.jpg" width="350">