Safari Demo Hardware - ArrowElectronics/arrow-safari GitHub Wiki
Components
To run the customer demo here are the recommended components (all available at Arrow.com):
- Arrow Safari multi-sensor input 96Boards mezzanine card p/n 96B-05SENSORADC-V2.0-ARROW
- Novtech Meerkat 96Board
- 12V/2A Power Supply for Meerkat (not shown, may be ordered with Meerkat board)
- Analog Devices ADXL203EB accelerometer eval board and 4-pin connector cable(not shown)
- Adafruit 3290 PT100 RTD temperature probe
- Sparkfun CAB-12977 UART-to-USB cable (not shown)
- Precision 5.11kohm resistor 0.1% 15ppm 1/4W through-hole mount (not shown)
- 8GB or larger MicroSD card (not shown)
- Optional: Sensirion SDP816-125PA Differential Pressure Sensor (not shown)
The only other requirements are:
- PC running Windows 10
- Small pieces of 22-24 gauge wire for connecting RTD temp sensor
- Internet access for downloading software GUI
Board Preparation and Assembly
A. Insert Memory Card
Insert microSD card containing Linux OS and Safari demo into Meerkat. If you have a blank SD card and need to download image click here for instructions.
B. Set DIP Switch to Boot from SD Card
Turn the Meerkat board over and identify the small DPDT DIP switch on the bottom. Make sure both switches 1 and 2 are in the ON position as shown.
C. Bend Connector to Provide Clearance
Before connecting the Safari and Meerkat boards together it is necessary to modify one of the connectors. This will provide clearance for the Safari board and allow access to pins which are needed for the UART connection. Very carefully bend the 3 pins on connector J3 located next to the power input jack on the Meerkat board taking special care not to rip it off the board while doing so.
D. Assemble Safari board on top of Meerkat board using the mating low-speed connectors on each board. It should like this:
E. Don't worry about the jumpers on top of the board; we will set these in a subsequent step.