Introduction WordClock-1 assembly should be attempted only by experienced builders. Although assembly is straightforward and not difficult, there are several SMD parts that must be carefully soldered to the boards. The kit may be returned for a full refund less shipping within 30 days of purchase, only if assembly has not been started.
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Connect a jumper on the bottom of the board from Q1, the TEPT4400 pin farthest from the switch immediately behind it, to pin 5 on the microcontroller, U2, labeled IO34 or G34. WordClock-1 Assembly Guide 12/08/19 Version 1.2 Page 3...
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LED1-LED6. Verify that the tape does not contact any of the pins. The displays are somewhat translucent so backlighting will show through some segments without the tape installed. Also, the tape’s reflectivity will increase the visibility of the backlighting. WordClock-1 Assembly Guide 12/08/19 Version 1.2 Page 4...
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Plug the display board into the main board, and install two screws and nuts to secure it to the brackets. The display board should be in front of the brackets. This completes WordClock-1 assembly. Refer to the User Manual for setup and operating instructions.
1 Sensor TEPT4400 Ambient light sensor. Looks like an LED, clear lens, long leads. 1 Buzzer Piezo buzzer, 11mm lead spacing SW1-2 2 Button 90 degree pushbutton 1 IC LM2576T5.0 Switching 5v regulator WordClock-1 Assembly Guide 12/08/19 Version 1.2 Page 6...
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6 Screw M3 8mm 2 Nut 1 Silver Tape Cut to cover the back of each alphanumeric display 1 SD Card Programmed with WordClock database Circuit Board Display and Main with V-score WordClock-1 Assembly Guide 12/08/19 Version 1.2 Page 7...
This software and hardware product is Copyright (C) 2019 by Mitchell Feig. It is exclusively distributed by OCEAN7 Watch Company d/b/a Angry Electrons (“AE”) All Rights Reserved. AE warrants that for a period of 90 days following delivery, AE kit parts will (a) perform in accordance with published specifications, and (b) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship.
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