Sabertooth 2x32 Quick Start Guide
Congratulations on your purchase of a Sabertooth 2x32 regenerative dual motor driver.
Sabertooth 2x32 is a highly flexible and configurable motor driver that supports a number
of operating modes. Basic configuration is done with the DIP switches. Advanced setup
is done using the Sabertooth 2x32’s USB port and a no cost PC program called DEScribe.
DIP Switches used to setup the Sabertooth 2x32
USB port this is used for setup or control
0V is internally connected to B-. It provides
a ground (GND) for control circuitry M2A and M2B connect to Motor 2
5V is a regulated 5 volt supply generated B- connects to the negative terminal of
by the 2x32. 1 amp current max your battery or power supply. It is
S1 is a signal input internally connected to the 0V terminal.
S2 is a signal input B+ connects to the positive terminal of
Your battery or power supply. Max voltage
A1 is an auxiliary signal input 30V nominal/33.6V absolute
A2 is an auxiliary signal input
M1A and M1B connect to Motor 1
P1 and P2 are power outputs. They are used
to clamp regenerative voltage, operate motor
brakes, or as extra power outputs. 8A max.
Status and Error LEDs indicate conditions
For the full product manual and DEScribe PC software [Link]/products/sabertooth2x32
Sabertooth 2x32 Operating Mode Reference
Operating modes are selected with the DIP switches. More options are available using the DEScribe software
Analog Control Radio Control Serial Control USB Control
A complete description of each mode can be found in the manual
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