Pololu 4-Channel RC Servo Multiplexer Range

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SKU:
2806
  • Pololu 4-Channel RC Multiplexer (Assembled)
  • Pololu 4-Channel RC Servo Multiplexer (Partial Kit)
  • Pololu 4-Channel RC Servo Multiplexer (Partial Kit), top view
£14.00 - £18.00

Description

Pololu 4-Channel RC Servo Multiplexer Range - Pololu 2806/2807


The Pololu 4-Channel RC Servo Multiplexer can be used with standard hobby radio control systems and servo controllers to allow easy switching of servo control between two independent sources using a separate auxiliary channel as the input selector. This makes it ideal for applications in which you have two possible control sources and want to be able to switch between them on the fly. For example, you could connect two RC receivers to the same set of servos or electronic speed controls (ESCs) and allow the master transmitter to decide whether the master or slave transmitter is in control, thereby setting up your own buddy-system training setup. Another possible application would involve multiplexing between an RC receiver and a servo controller, which would allow you to switch between autonomous and manual control of a set of servos.

4-Channel RC Servo Multiplexer Connections Labelled

The RC multiplexer measures the width of incoming RC pulses on the channel labeled SEL and compares it to a user-configurable threshold (with ±64 μs of hysteresis) to decide whether the master (M1–M4) or slave (S1–S4) inputs to the multiplexer should show up on the output channels (OUT1–OUT4). By default, the threshold is approximately 1700 μs and the slave inputs are only selected when the pulses on SEL are above this threshold. The multiplexer has a learning mode that allows you to change the threshold and activation direction. A yellow indicator LED provides feedback about the state of the RC multiplexer.
When the RC signal on the SEL channel is lost or invalid, the optional FAILMODE jumper determines the output behavior. If the jumper is left off, the master inputs will be in control. If the jumper is connected, the output channels go low and stay low for as long as the signal on the SEL channel remains invalid. For many servos and ESCs, a constant low on the signal line will turn them off, which might be desirable if the control signals are known to be bad.
The multiplexer considers the RC signal on the SEL channel to be valid if it has a 10–330 Hz pulse rate and 0.5–2.5 ms pulse width. The other inputs (S1–S4 and M1–M4) are unrestricted.
The power supplied by the master RC device should be between 2.5 and 16 V, and it must be capable of supplying the current that the servos connected to the outputs draw. The power pins of the SEL, M1–M4, and OUT1–OUT4 channels are all connected to the same VM rail, and the multiplexer draws its power from those pins. The power pins of the S1–S4 inputs are connected to each other on the VS rail but are not used by the board.
Check out the RC Switch User Guide for comprehensive instructions!

RC Multiplexer Dimensions:

  • Size: 24.6 mm x 24.6 mm (0.97" x 0.97")
  • Mounting Hole Diameter: 2.18mm (0.086")
  • Weight: 1.6 g

4-Channel RC Servo Multiplexer Dimensions

RC Multiplexer Operating Voltage:

  • Minimum Operating Voltage: 2.5 V
  • Maximum Operating Voltage: 16 V

RC Multiplexer Schematic:

4-Channel RC Servo Multiplexer Schematic Diagram

Comparison To Pololu RC Switches:

The RC multiplexer is essentially a Pololu RC Switch with digital output combined with a quad 2-input multiplexer. The LED behavior and configuration procedures are the same. However, the RC switches have a safe-start feature that is not enabled on the RC multiplexer. The RC switches have a GOOD output that is high when the signal is good, while the RC multiplexer has a GOOD output that is low when the signal is good (this signal can be accessed via the upper/octagonal pad of the FAILMODE jumper). The RC switches have an OUT output that indicates whether the switch is active; the RC multiplexer has the same signal, but it is not easily accessible.

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Additional Information

Brand:
Pololu
Part Number:
2807
Barcode:
5055421067458
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2 Reviews

  • 5
    Title of review 896

    Posted by Lawrence Hamburg on 9th Aug 2019

    This is an excellent product and similar to other 4 channel RC modules, but at a much lower price and with excellent quality. It is also much smaller. It allows you to use two receivers with a set of 4 servos, so you can use it as a wireless buddy trainer with two transmitters to control an RC plane - tutor and trainer options at the flick of a transmitter switch - your choice which switch. I used the gear channel.<br />Lawrence

  • 5
    Title of review 895

    Posted by Richard on 13th Jan 2014

    This board does exactly what it says on the tin. Pololu parts are always well manufactured, robust, finished nicely and work as advertised.

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