diff --git a/printer_mods/QuackProfit/V0-Adafruit-Y_Rails/README.md b/printer_mods/QuackProfit/V0-Adafruit-Y_Rails/README.md index aedd05dc4..b3fb5387e 100644 --- a/printer_mods/QuackProfit/V0-Adafruit-Y_Rails/README.md +++ b/printer_mods/QuackProfit/V0-Adafruit-Y_Rails/README.md @@ -13,50 +13,50 @@ _Inspired by the mod [from JNP](https://github.com/VoronDesign/VoronUsers/tree/m ## BOM * Printed parts * (2) [Adafruit NeoPixel Stick](https://www.adafruit.com/product/1426) -* (8) M2x6 flat head - to mount covers -* (4) M2x8 SHCS/BHCS - to mount the PCBs -* (4) M3x6 SHCS/BHCS - to mount the assemblies to the Y-rail extrusions +* (8) M2×6 flat head - to mount covers +* (4) M2×8 SHCS/BHCS - to mount the PCBs +* (4) M3×6 SHCS/BHCS - to mount the assemblies to the Y-rail extrusions * (4) M3 nuts - to mount the assemblies to the Y-rail extrusions -* (2) JST-XH connector plug 4-position - to allow for easy disconnection (optional) +* (2) JST-XH connector plug, 4-position - to allow for easy disconnection (optional) * 22awg wire ## Assembly * Solder wires of appropriate length onto the back of each PCB (VDC, GND, DIN, and DOUT) * If using JST-XH as disconnects, solder the other ends of the wires to 4-position (male) connectors - the connector should fit inside the body cavity once assembled -* Mount the PCBs inside the printed bodies using M2x8s +* Mount the PCBs inside the printed bodies using M2×8s * Don't install the printed covers at this stage ![Wired](images/wired.jpg) ## Installation -* Insert 2x M3 nuts on the bottom side of each Y-rail extrusion - requires partial frame disassembly if already assembled +* Insert 2× M3 nuts on the bottom side of each Y-rail extrusion - requires partial frame disassembly if already assembled * For the wire path, you have two choices: * Drill 1/4" holes in the midpanel where the printed bodies comes into contact with the midpanel and route the wires through that * Route the wires through the opening on the "top" of the printed body, through the slot of the extrusion, and over the midpanel -* Install the printed and assembled body to the Y-rail extrusions using 2x M3x6s and the previously inserted M3 nuts +* Install the printed and assembled body to the Y-rail extrusions using 2× M3×6s and the previously inserted M3 nuts * Route wires and fold excess wire inside the body cavity (see wiring below) -* Install the printed covers using 4x M2x6 flatheads (SHCS/BHCS might also work - *check clearance with the gantry* ) +* Install the printed covers using 4× M2×6 flatheads (SHCS/BHCS might also work - *check clearance with the gantry* ) ![Installed](images/installed.jpg) ## Wiring -* If using [Timmit99's V0 Umbilical](https://github.com/timmit99/Voron-Hardware/tree/V0-Umbilical/V0-Umbilical) create JST-XH jumpers that route between the left and right connectors on the Umbilical Frame PCB and the printed assemblies +* If using [Timmit99's V0 Umbilical](https://github.com/timmit99/Voron-Hardware/tree/V0-Umbilical/V0-Umbilical) frame PCB, connect the pixel strips to Strip1 and Strip 2. * Pay attention to pin ordering! -* If connecting directly to a compatible Controller you have to chain the data signal between the left and right assemblies +* If connecting directly to a compatible controller, you have to chain the data signal between the left and right assemblies * Choose either the left or right assembly to be the first in the chain - * The Controller's neopixel data output pin will connect to the DIN of that "first" assembly - * The DOUT of the "first assembly" must connect to the DIN of the "second" assembly - * VDC and GND of both assemblies must be connected to the Controller's neopixel VDC and GND pins + * The Controller's neopixel data output pin will connect to the `DIN` of that "first" assembly + * The `DOUT` of the "first" assembly must connect to the `DIN` of the "second" assembly + * `VDC` and `GND` of both assemblies must be connected to the Controller's neopixel `VDC` and `GND` pins * Some Controller boards (e.g. SKR) require a capacitor and resistor - [SKR Neopixel Breakout Board](https://github.com/codiac2600/Neopixel-Breakout-Board) [link1](https://www.printedsolid.com/products/skr-neopixel-breakout-board) [link2](https://sparta3d.ca/products/ldo-skr-neopixel-breakout-board) ## Klipper Config * Create a "neopixel" section in printer.cfg and give it a name * Refer to your Controller documentation to find the pin name that controls the neopixel data signal -* Example: -``` -[neopixel lights] -pin: PA8 -chain_count: 16 -color_order: GRB -``` +* Example: + ```ini + [neopixel lights] + pin: PA8 + chain_count: 16 + color_order: GRB + ``` * Refer to [Klipper](https://www.klipper3d.org/Config_Reference.html#neopixel) for more information \ No newline at end of file