Update the device/servo page (#1734)
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## ~ hint
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If you are running a class or activity, you should consider preparing all servos before hand.
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If you are conducting a class or group activity, you should consider preparing all servos ahead of time.
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## ~
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## Using a microservo with the @boardname@
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The @boardname@ provides just enough current to operate the SG90 microservo.
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The servo requires 3 connections: GND, 3V and a logic pin.
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In this tutorial, we will equip the servo with crocodile clips to make it easier to use.
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However, you could also use a shield or female to crocodile clips to achieve the same effect.
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The @boardname@ provides just enough current to operate the SG90 microservo. This servo requires 3 connections: **GND**, **3V** and a logic **pin**. In this tutorial, we will equip the servo with crocodile clips to make it easier to use. However, you could also use a shield or crocodile clips with a male connector on one end to achieve the same result.
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## The easy way: Alligator/Crocodile Clip to Male Jumpers #hintconnection
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The easiest way to connect a servo to the @boardname@ is to use cables that have an **Alligator/Crocodile clip** on one end
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and a **Male jumper (pig tail)** on the other end. You can purchase bundles of such cables from various electronic resellers or easily build yours as show below.
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The easiest way to connect a servo to the @boardname@ is to use cables with an **Alligator/Crocodile clip** on one end
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and a **Male jumper (pig tail)** on the other end. You can purchase bundles these cables from various electronic resellers or easily build some as shown here.
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https://youtu.be/XtzsydSTXEg
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## Materials
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### Materials
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* 1 Crocodile clip cable
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* 1 male (pig tail) cable
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* Cutting pliers or wire cutter
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* 1 shrink wrap cables and a lighter
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* 1 Crocodile clip cable
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* 1 male (pig tail) cable
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* Cutting pliers or wire cutter
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* 1 piece of heat shrink tubing and a lighter
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Simple cut the cables, strip them, thread the cables together and cover with the shrink wrap.
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Simply cut the cables, strip them, twist the bare wires together, and cover the connection with some heat shrink tubing.
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## ~ hint
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### ~ hint
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It is very **important** to ensure that there is a good connection between the 2 cables.
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If the connection is weak, the microservo will not receive enough current and it will not work.
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**If you have access to a soldering iron, we strongly recommend to solder this connection.**
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## ~
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It is very **important** to ensure a good connection between the 2 cables. If the connection is weak, the microservo will not receive enough current and it will not work. **If you have access to a soldering iron, we strongly recommend that you solder this connection.**
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### ~
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## Direct connection
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You can also connect your crocodile clips directly to the servo.
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## Materials
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* Cutting pliers or wire cutter
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* Tape (masking, duct tape, and/or packing tape)
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* 3 crocodile clips, yellow, red and black.
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* 1 micro servo 9g (SG90)
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### Materials
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## Step 1: cutout the connector
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* Cutting pliers or wire cutter
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* Tape (masking, duct tape, and/or packing tape)
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* 3 crocodile clips, yellow, red and black.
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* 1 micro servo 9g (SG90)
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Using the cutting pliers, cut out the dark plastic connector.
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### Step 1: Cut off the connector
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With the cutting pliers, cut off the dark plastic connector.
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## Step 2: strip out cables
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Using the plier or a wire stripper, strip the plastic from the cables.
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### Step 2: Strip the ends of the cables
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Using the pliers or a wire stripper, strip the plastic insulation from the cables.
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## Step 3: threading the servo cablers
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Thread the servo cables.
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### Step 3: Twist the wire strands together
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Twist the strands of bare wire at the ends of the servo cables together.
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## Step 4: crocodile clip
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Cut a crocodile cable in two and strip out the casing.
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If possible try to use the same cable colors as the servo!
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### Step 4: Crocodile clip
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Cut a crocodile cable in two and strip off the insulation. If it's possible, try to use cables with colors that match the cables on the servo!
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## Step 5: thread cables together
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Place the cables next to each other
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### Step 5: Thread the cable ends together
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Place the cables next to each other...
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... and thread them together.
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## ~ hint
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### ~ hint
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It is very **important** to ensure that there is a good connection between the 2 cables.
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If the connection is weak, the microservo will not receive enough current and it will not work.
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**If you have access to a soldering iron, we strongly recommend to solder this connection.**
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It is very **important** to ensure that there is a good connection between the 2 cables. If the connection is weak, the microservo will not receive enough current and it will not work. **If you have access to a soldering iron, we strongly recommend soldering this connection.**
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## ~
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### ~
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## Step 4: protect the connection
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### Step 6: Protect the connection
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Protect the connection with shrinkwrap tubes, electrical or duct tape.
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Protect the connection with heat shrink tubing, electrical tape, or duct tape.
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## Step 5: repeat for all cables
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### Step 7: Repeat for all cables
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Repeat the same process until all cables are connected.
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## Step 6: testing!
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### Step 8: Testing!
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It's time to test that your connection are all proper and that the servo will function **when the @boardname@ is powered by battery**.
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It's time to test and find out if your connections are all secure and that the servo will function **when the @boardname@ is powered by battery**.
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* Connect the microservo to the @boardname@. Black cable on ``GND``, red cable on ``3V`` and remaining cable on ``P0``.
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* Connect the microservo cables to these pins on the @boardname@: black to **GND**, red to **3V**, and the remaining cable to pin **0**.
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## ~ hint
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When attaching the crocodile clips to the pins, don't hesitate to grab the side of the board with the jaws.
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When attaching the crocodile clips to the pins, don't be afraid to clamp on to the edge of the board with the clips.
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## ~
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* Download the following code to your @boardname@
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* Download the following code to your @boardname@.
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```blocks
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basic.forever(() => {
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})
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```
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* When powered by USB, make sure that the servo moves when you tilt the board.
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* When powered by batteries **only**, make sure that the servo moves when you tilt the board.
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* Test with both power sources and make sure that the servo moves when you tilt the board:
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>* Connected with USB.
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>* Powered by batteries **only** and not connected with USB.
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## Calibrating
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Using the [servo calibrator program](/examples/servo-calibrator) to determine the best angles to use in your make.
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Use the [servo calibrator](/projects/servo-calibrator) program to determine the best angles to use for your make.
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## Troubleshooting
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If your servo seems to sutter and stay stuck at a particular position, it means that it is not receiving enough power.
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This is probably due to a weak connection or low battery level. Check each connection and check your batteries.
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If your servo seems to stutter and remain stuck at a particular position, it means that it's not receiving enough power. This is probably due to a weak connection or low battery level. Make sure that each connection is good and check your batteries.
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