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Getting Started with a PC
Install WinAVR from the Command Module product CD
1
P ower on iRobot Create, plug the Command Module into the robot's
2
Cargo Bay Connector, and connect the USB cable from your PC to
the Command Module.
I nstall the USB drivers (there are 2 that need to be installed) using
3
the Found New Hardware Wizard or the installation executable on the
Command Module product CD
S et the USB serial port to COM9 (open the Properties for the port from
4
the Device Manager and change the com port using the Advanced button
in the Port Settings tab)
Creating and Loading a New Project
1
Open WinAVR
C reate a new project and add the source files (e.g. input.c, oi.h and
2
makefile from the input example program on the product CD)
Compile the project using Tools->[WinAVR] Make All
3
C onnect the Command Module to iRobot Create and connect the
4
USB cable from your PC to the Command Module
Press Reset on the Command Module
5
Download the project using Tools->[WinAVR] Program
6
For the full set of instructions on setting up and using your Command
Module visit www.irobot.com/create to download the Command Module
Owner's Manual.
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Summary of Contents for iRobot Command Module
- Page 1 Create ® ® Getting Started with a PC Accessories QuiCk Start Guide Install WinAVR from the Command Module product CD An easy step-by-step guide and reference card for using register your irobot Command Module P ower on iRobot Create, plug the Command Module into the robot’s ® the iRobot Command Module with your iRobot Create. Cargo Bay Connector, and connect the USB cable from your PC to today and SaVe 15% on all accessories. the Command Module. I nstall the USB drivers (there are 2 that need to be installed) using the Found New Hardware Wizard or the installation executable on the Command Module product CD SAVE 15% on accessories. S et the USB serial port to COM9 (open the Properties for the port from the Device Manager and change the com port using the Advanced button See back for details.
- Page 2 Introduction Anatomy Processor i/O Pins LED 1 LED 2 The Command Module’s Atmel AVR ATmega 168 microcontroller has With the iRobot Command Module, you can control iRobot Create with programs Hold Down Screws 23 I/O pins, arranged into 3 ports (B, C and D), plus 2 additional analog you write in C or C++. And when you add custom hardware to the Command Power LED input pins. The table below gives a description of each pin along with the Module and iRobot Create, you can invent almost any kind of robot you want. Power Switch Top Left ePort location of the hardware to which it is connected. For information on USB Indicator The Command Module plugs into iRobot Create’s Cargo Bay connector and how to control and read from these pins, see the Command Module Soft Button screws down for a secure connection. Its four DB-9 expansion ports (ePorts) Owner’s Manual. Reset make adding your own sensors, lights, and motors inexpensive and easy. iRobot Create Connector For more detail, download the Command Module Owner’s Manual at Pin Name description Location (under the Command Module) www.irobot.com/create. Digital I/O Cargo Bay ePort pin 3 Top Center ePort Digital I/O Top Center ePort pin 3 With the programs you write, you can control iRobot Create’s motors,...