Connecting the SCK-300 kits to a Desktop Computer
With the new Motor Interface Module (MiM), it’s now possible to use a USB to TTL Serial Adapter to allow for computer control of the SCK kits. You can also use a Serial Bluetooth Module to make wireless connections from a Bluetooth enabled PC, or mobile device. Please see the Instructions for more information, including list of control commands.
Once a connection is established to the MiM, then simple control programs can be written is various languages (Python, .Net, Java etc …) which support Serial Port communications. Check out our example Java program and Python code. Note: If you are using Windows 11 and plan to use a HC-06 or similar Bluetooth module, please see following Reddit Post for detecting this module.
Building a PDC-4 Wireless Module
Here is an adapter made using a pair of DX-BT24-A Bluetooth modules pre-configured in a master/slave setup which allows for a wireless connection between the base unit of the SCK-300 and the PDC-4 controller. All that’s required is that DX-BT24 modules be configured to use the 19,200 baud rate and be wired up to power and the male/female USB 2.0 cables correctly. The module can be assembled in about 2 hours with some experience with Arduino or similar electronic devices.
Parts List:
1. DX-BT24-A Bluetooth Module (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CDL7Z4DJ)
2. 5V USB 2.0 Male Switch Extension Cable (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09LHH3BW7)
3. Junction Box With Clear Cover (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2QHXS91)
4. Mini Toggle Switch (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L74MMG8)
5. USB 2.0 Type A Female to Dupont 5 Pin Cable (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y5KZC9W)
6. USB 2.0 Type A Male to Dupont 5 Pin Female Cable (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y5RKMT8)
7. Cable Glands (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYH9KM66)