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How to get started?
Getting started with emBRICK is straightforward and involves a few key steps to set up your first control system. Here’s how to begin:
Get the system running
within less than 1 hour.
01
Select your components
Choose the appropriate emBRICK hardware for your project. This typically includes a master board (like CAE_Z-LWCS-M32), slave modules for your specific I/O requirements, and any necessary adaption boards for connectivity.
02
Assemble your hardware
Connect your selected modules together in a daisy chain configuration. The master board should be connected first, followed by your slave modules in the desired order.
03
Directly connect actors and sensors
Connect your sensors (temperature, pressure, switches, etc.) and actuators (relays, motors, valves, etc.) directly to the appropriate I/O terminals on your emBRICK modules. Most modules provide 24V power for sensors and have specific terminals for different signal types.
04
Install the
software
Download the appropriate support package for your platform (Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi, or Beaglebone Black) from the emBRICK website. Unzip the package to your development computer.
05
Compile and run the sample application
Open the sample application in your preferred IDE (like Geany for Raspberry Pi/Beaglebone or Visual Studio for Windows), compile it, and execute it to verify your system is working correctly.
06
Modify the sample code
Start creating your own application by modifying the Appl.c file in the sample code. This allows you to implement your specific control logic while using the existing emBRICK API functions.
