Description
This convenient PCB provides a great way to connect the Master Controller to your PC. Instead of having to run the USB cable through a hole in your simpit, you can install this connector and have nice & tidy USB + Master & Hub interconnect ports instead. If you need to disconnect your simpit from your PC or remove other consoles, you can simply disconnect the cable at the console instead of reaching inside your construction or to the back of your PC.
One connector allows you to connect the Master Controller to your PC, and one extra console bus. For example, if you have a left console, right console and main instrument panel you could place your PSU and Master Controller in one of the consoles, install two of the external connectors and then run the Bus cables to the other console and MIP through them.
Please note that the mounting ring is not kept in stock and will be produced on receipt of your order.
Power Delivery
How much current can i draw? Please see table below. Testing has shown that an average panel with LED-backlight draws around 100mA, thus if you use all 3 buses you can connect well over 100 panels. So in practice, if you don’t go absolutely crazy, you don’t really need to worry too much about this.
Please use standard network cables (not the slim-type). At least 26 AWG is recommended, smaller numbers mean more power. Slim-type cables are usually 28 AWG and would limit your Slaves to about 500mA instead of 1A, although even this is usually enough for most panels. If your panels include a lot of servos, steppers or incandescent bulbs, you should calculate or measure your power draw.
| Component | Absolute Limit |
|---|---|
| System as a whole, limited by the Master Controller | 15A, 5A per Bus (180W) |
| Each Slave Controller, including backlight and auxiliary light drive. | 1A Per Slave (12W) |
| ⚠️ Warning! Do not hotplug any cables other than USB. Do not connect to home network, DCSBIOSKit uses RS485 and is not ethernet-compatible. Permanent damage will occur, such damage is not covered by warranty! Only connect DCSBIOSKit-compatible products together. |
| ℹ️ DIY Product! While much effort has been put into ease of use, this is still a DIY product and requires some basic knowledge of electronics and Arduino-programming. If you know how to connect a switch to DCS-BIOS using an Arduino – you will be able to use this product. If you don’t – I suggest you check out the instructions on this site or watch some DCS-BIOS tutorials like this one. |
Physical appearance may vary due to availability of components and other factors, functionality remains the same.
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