How do I connect the LEDs?
Hold your LED against the light and inside, the cathode end inside (as shown
in above picture) should match up with the flat side on PC board marking
(silkscreen).
How do I distinguish C1 and C2?
C2 is the larger capacitor, whereas C1 is the smaller capacitor.
Assembly tips
The pins can be bent suitably to attach on the PCB.
While assembling, solder the components with many pins first, (such as
IC) and then solder components with lesser number of pins. Finally solder
the connecting wires.
Further reading
How to read a diode:
http://www.americanmicrosemi.com/tutorials/diode.htm
How to read resistor
http://www.aikenamps.com/ResistorColorCode.htm
http://www.eidusa.com/Electronics_Resistors.htm
Tips on soldering
http://library.thinkquest.org/2784/inspire/soldering_hints.html
How to read schematics
http://www.learn-c.com/schemat.htm
Books
Beginners Guide to Reading Schematics, by Robert J. Traister, Anna L. Lisk.
Warnings
Wear Eye protection gear while assembling the kit.
Soldering iron is hot, and be careful while handling it.
While soldering, do not heat components any longer than 10 seconds, it
may damage the components.
The fumes generated while soldering may be harmful. Work in a well
ventilated area and do not breathe the fumes.
The soldering metal may contain lead. So wash your hands thoroughly
with soap after handling such materials.
When fully assembled, test with a 9 volts non-RCX power before
attaching to RCX.
Improper assembly may damage kit components.
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