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Quick Start

This guide helps you power the board and test a motor for the first time.

What you need

  • Smart Motor Control Board
  • USB-C PD power supply or supported external power source
  • One DC motor
  • Two motor wires

Step 1: Connect power

Power the board using a supported input source.

See the Power Guide for safe power options.

Step 2: Connect a motor

Connect your motor to the first motor output.

Check polarity and make sure wiring is secure.

Step 3: Turn the board on

The touchscreen should show the main status screen.

Step 4: Open the motor test screen

Use the touchscreen UI to open the motor test page.

Step 5: Move the motor

Use the speed control to spin the motor slowly.

If the motor spins in the wrong direction, reverse the direction in software or swap the motor wires.

Next steps