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|*| System Introduction Manual
This booklet contains information on the operation, hardware structure of the system. You can find detailed explanations on how to use the general outlines of the software. The version number represents the current hardware and software. We will publish new booklets in new hardware and software versions. Click to download introduction manual
|*| How is SS963 cascade connection done?
  The number of outputs can be increased by connecting the cascade connection with the SS963 input and output control connectors. Up to 100 SS963 connections can be connected and controlled by a single microcomputer and microcontroller system. As can be seen from the above connection diagram; the anode of the source is connected to the anode of the SS963's power supply terminal (B) and the cathode source (minus pole) is connected to the cathode terminal of SS963’s (E, F) earth terminals. The output frequency to be obtained in the cascade connection is divided in each cascade. The output frequency, which is normally 260KHz, drops to 130KHz when these 2 cards are connected. Make sure that the connectors which are providing the inter-card connections (A and D) in the cascade connected correctly and tightly interlocked. In such cases, it will be suitable to mount the cards on a fixed floor with screw holes.
|*| How to feed the SS963 with one energy source?
A single power supply is used in the illustration. If the loads you want to control are between 6 and 12 volts (the upper limit for SS963 v5C is 30v), you can use the power supply for the supply of SS963. In this case you can connect the anode of the source(+ pole) to the anode input of the SS963 (B terminal). When linking, be careful not to connect the terminal B to the cathode (- pole). Otherwise, you may cause damage to the power supply and the SS963. (This risk has been removed for SS963 v5C) In such a connection, it is necessary to use a DC power supply with good regulation and power capacity so that the SS963 can operate steadily. Only a good power supply can prevent sudden and excessive power changes. We recommend you to use a power supply that can supply 1.5 times and more of the current capacity you need.
|*| How to make the electrical connection of the SS963?
Before you connect the SS963 product, you should conduct the static electricity on your body by touching the accumulated electrical earth contact (heater pad, metal pipe or wall) so that the product is not damaged. This will prevent the sensitive components of SS963 from being damaged by static electricity accumulated in thousands of volts. In the basic connection diagram above, two separate DC supply sources are used (Source 1 and Source 2). The sources you use must have good DC regulation. In particular, it is important that Source-1 has good DC regulation in order for SS963 to work properly. Source-1 must be a supply source with a current capacity of at least 50mA that produces a DC voltage between 6 and 12 volts. Our recommendation in this regard is that the source has a current capacity of more than 100mA, so the operation of the system will last longer.
|*| SS963 Serial Driver Sections
SS963 Serial Driver Sections A: Control Inputs B: Board Feed Input (6-12v) C: Operation Indicator LEDs D: Control Outputs for Cascade Connection E, F: Earth Connection Terminals for Load Energy P1, P2, P3, P4: 24x3A Load Outputs   Control Inputs (A) The control inputs are the input points of the numeric data sent to the board to check outputs. The data to be transmitted consists of a digital signal (Serial Data) in length 96 bits. In order for the signal to advance on the card, a clock signal must accompany this work. The control input (A) is connected to a micro-controller or microprocessor system to send the appropriate numeric data.   Board Feed Input(B) The energy is given from this terminal to form the working voltage required by the board. An energy source having a current capacity at least 50 mA and 6 to 12 volts is connected to the supply terminal. Having sufficient power capacity and good DC regulation of the power supply is the most important factor in achieving stable output control.   Operation Indicators (C) The SS963-5B has 3 indicator LEDs. From these LEDs, Vcc LED indicates that the board's supply voltage is supplied and the board is energized. The LL labeled LED lights up when each 96-bit data sent to the board. The LOE LED displays at low logic and goes off when the outputs are active.   Control Outputs for Cascade Connection (D) The SS963-5B can be connected in series to increase the number of outputs. To obtain the number of outputs you need, the A and D connectors are wired together to expand.   Earth Connection Terminals (E and F) Each output can be raised up to 4.4 Ampere, which allows chassis / cathode energy to the loads to be controlled. SS963-5B has common cathode outputs. It is expected that the cathode of the power supply (minus pole) should be connected to these terminals by a cable of sufficient thickness.   Load Outputs (P1, P2, P3 and P4) Loads to be controlled are connected to these outputs via an IDC (2x12 pin 2.54mm) connector. Each output has a current capacity of 3A. Loads up to 4.4A can be connected to these outputs when necessary.
|*| Model: SS-963 Serial Driver Board
The SS963 serial driver is a high-efficiency power driver board. The SS963 serial driver allows you to safely and quickly control thousands of electronic loads, especially stripe leds, RGB Leds and relays. The SS963 basically transfers the 96-bit data it receives serially from the control input to its outputs quickly. Our board designed by Turkish engineers and manufactured in Turkey by local resources with high efficiency at speeds of megahertz level and very low power consumption like 0.5 watts. The SS963 can transmit up to 100MHz of its data at a rate of 1MHz per output. This speed allows each output to change position 260 thousand times at a time independently of each other. In this way, the desired output speeds can be provided by the input data frequency, allowing the brightness of the light to be adjusted with PWM methods and providing the desired engine speeds. Each output pin has a maximum current capacity of 4.4A and can safely drive 10 meters of a three-chip strip LED with each output pin. The SS963 also allows stepping motors to be controlled with ability to operate in high frequency currents. A single SS963 can control up to 24 stepper motors.