FTDI cable and connector

[RobotSoldier]

Hi guys,

I got my robot kit this weekend and assembled it! lots of fun. I will post some pics soon. I now want to start hacking it. sooo where can i buy the ftdi cable and the 6-pin connector (didn't come in my package).

[maehem]

We're glad you like your kit! The pins for plugging in are already installed on the board. It is the six pin connector labeled serial.

You can buy a FTDI cable at Sparkfun:
https://www.sparkfun.com/products/9718

It's also available at other hobby electronic sites as well as distributors like Mouser:
http://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/FTDI/TTL-232R-5V/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMsvnOgGvSjZeLmDCoYlC0cVn1UkPRO5E40%3d

In the mean time, I'm working on setting up our GIThub to post the code and serial protocol you will need to experiment with.

[RobotSoldier]

thanks for the links. Didn't realize that the connector was already soldered. Would be great to see the code soon

[maehem]

FYI: Here is the topic for the announcement about us releasing the firmware code along with some starter code for working with the serial interface:

Firmware Release Announcement

[RobotSoldier]

got it! waiting for my cable now.