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2016-06-08 12:44:39 -0500 commented answer How can I power a kinect using the iRobot Create 2 base? (Turtlebot)

This sounds like a good idea. Why did you solder your own 7 pin connector if the cable shipped with the create already has one?

Also, do you recommend a voltage regulator with a switch? I don't want my kinect eating away my robot's battery.

2016-06-07 18:50:58 -0500 commented question Invalid <param> tag Error?

I am running into same problem. Did you find a solution yet?

2016-06-06 16:07:15 -0500 asked a question How can I power a kinect using the iRobot Create 2 base? (Turtlebot)

Hey everyone!

I'm creating a turtlebot from scratch. I have an iRobot Create 2, a kinect sensor (and all its cables), and an acer netbook.

How do I provide 12V power to the kinect using the create 2? I saw a lot of tutorials online and they say to use the serial port on the create 2 base. However, if I do this, then how do I connect the create 2 to my netbook?

Currently I am using the serial to USB cable to connect the irobot to my netbook. Is there a way to splice this cable and use it for powering the kinect?

Or will I need an external 12V battery?

Thanks! I'm relatively new to electronics, so any help is appreciated!