SimpleBot-Assembly

Tools
Your own tools are not required for the LCA assembly session, but if you are able to bring any of the following then that would be great.

If you're flying, please bear in mind that sharp items like cutters or multimeter probes will need to be put into checked baggage not carry-on.


 * Wire cutters (and wire strippers if you have them)
 * Multimeter
 * Soldering iron
 * Solder
 * Small Phillips-head screwdriver

If you want to also do the optional surface mount assembly steps, there are some additional tools listed on that page

Check Parts In Kit
Your kit should contain the following items:



Some items are not shown in the photo:


 * Cable ties
 * MicroSD to SD card adapter

Some items will be slightly different to those shown:


 * Mounting hardware - the vertical "standoffs" are a different type, the kit should have 4x nylon standoffs, 4x nylon nuts, 4x short nylon bolts.
 * Battery pack - the plug is of a different type.

Please check over the items in your kit, and if you think you are missing something then let us know.

Overview
There are three main steps to getting your SimpleBot up and running:


 * Assembling the "SimpleBot Shield", which is supplied in kit form.
 * Assembling the full SimpleBot chasis.
 * Setting up the software and connecting to the SimpleBot.

SimpleBot Shield Assembly
Optional Surface Mount Assembly for SimpleBot Shield (this is an optional step for confident solderers who want to try some surface mount soldering).

SimpleBot Shield Assembly

Chassis Assembly
SimpleBot Chassis Assembly

Software Setup
SimpleBot Initial Software Configuration