vovkus
New Member
Hi to all.
About 5 years ago I purchased Accutrac 4000 from local collector. The unit was in a bad shape, but I was able to fix almost all problems except one input of command controller.
Few weeks ago processor run out of his mind and this is time for new project.
On my opinion it is very possible to do reverse engineering and replace old unreliable controllers with something simple.
So, I think to use arduino as a development platform and completely redesign main PCB after I will finish firmware. Remote control system, possible will support universal IR, but it will be next step. I would like to restore full functionality.
This is rather hobby project then practical, but if Accutrack owners interested, I will design direct swap PCB based on new chips.
Will post progress here. Comments are welcome.
This is my quick solution for optical sensors replacement: https://goo.gl/photos/XiHtNifotXeLXrLr8
and this is my Accutrac 4000 after first repair.
About 5 years ago I purchased Accutrac 4000 from local collector. The unit was in a bad shape, but I was able to fix almost all problems except one input of command controller.
Few weeks ago processor run out of his mind and this is time for new project.
On my opinion it is very possible to do reverse engineering and replace old unreliable controllers with something simple.
So, I think to use arduino as a development platform and completely redesign main PCB after I will finish firmware. Remote control system, possible will support universal IR, but it will be next step. I would like to restore full functionality.
This is rather hobby project then practical, but if Accutrack owners interested, I will design direct swap PCB based on new chips.
Will post progress here. Comments are welcome.
This is my quick solution for optical sensors replacement: https://goo.gl/photos/XiHtNifotXeLXrLr8
and this is my Accutrac 4000 after first repair.