https://kb.seedrobotics.com/ 2026-04-28T12:44:10+00:00 https://kb.seedrobotics.com/ https://kb.seedrobotics.com/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=wiki:favicon.ico text/html 2017-03-21T17:03:00+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:1023and4095positionrange&rev=1490115780&do=diff [ARES] Configuring the SR-DH4D for 1023 or 4095 position resolution Starting with firmware V10, the SR-DH4D can now be configured for operation in the 0~1023 (10 bit) or 0~4095 (12 bit) position resolution. Previous versions of the firmware only allow operation in the 0~1023 (10 bit) position resolution. text/html 2017-03-23T16:34:00+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:consolecommands&rev=1490286840&do=diff [Ares Architecture] SR-RH4D/DH4D Console Commands This is a comprehensive list of all commands supported by the SR-RH4D/DH4D console, with ARES Architecture (units built before March st 2017).\\ If you are looking for the Console Commands for the EROS architecture (all other units and models) see text/html 2017-08-23T16:02:00+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:darwinopframework&rev=1503504120&do=diff Operation with the Robotis Darwin OP/OP2 framework All Seed Robotics products support the Dynamixel protocol and implement a Control Table that follows much of the organization of an MX series servo (MX series using Dynamixel Protocol V1: same memory mapping for key features such as goal position, speed, present position speed, temperature, ID , etc). text/html 2020-02-01T18:58:57+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:dynamixelcontroltables&rev=1580583537&do=diff NOTICE: The Ares architecture is discontinued. This information no longer aplies to current models. If you're not specifically looking for information on the Ares architecture, please go back to the Index and find the information for your model. [Ares Architecture] RH4D Control Tables text/html 2016-03-22T17:03:05+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:dynamixelidsandcommsettings&rev=1458666185&do=diff Default Dynamixel IDs and Communication Settings The SR-DH4D includes 4 internal physical actuators. Each actuator exposes one Dynamixel ID on the bus, allowing the user direct control over each one. In addition, a 5th Dynamixel ID is exposed, the text/html 2016-06-22T18:29:44+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:firmware_upgrade&rev=1466620184&do=diff Upgrading the DH4D/RH4D Firmware Seed Robotics strives to deliver the best products to our customers. However, we know bugs are found issues are fixed and performance is improved so all our DH4D/RH4D units are software upgradeable. The SR-DH4D and SR-RH4D use the same firmware file. There are sufficient technical similarities to let us have one single firmware file for both models. text/html 2017-03-23T16:23:40+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:hardwaretroubleshooting&rev=1490286220&do=diff Hardware Troubleshooting The RH4D/DH4D unit was built with robustness in mind at every step of the development process. User serviceability was also one of the main goals. This section details the most common issues and solutions for your unit. One (or more) fingers aren't closing text/html 2023-05-12T18:11:03+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:home&rev=1683915063&do=diff RH4D Advanced Manipulator The Seed Robotics SR-RH4D (formerly the SR-DH4D) Hand is an under actuated, advanced Robotic Hand, offering 11DoF total with 4 actuated DoF (using 4 smart actuators). The unit is capable of receiving commands simultaneously from multiple interfaces: main connector (RS485 or TTL), USB and optionally Bluetooth. text/html 2017-03-23T16:13:39+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:led_errorcodes&rev=1490285619&do=diff [Ares Architecture] LED Error Codes SR-DH4D/SR-RH4D units include an RGB LED on the back of the hand that is used for status information and quick diagnostics of the unit. Furthermore, the LED Colours can be controlled by user through the Dynamixel of SHSP Protocol. text/html 2016-03-21T16:54:01+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:maintenance&rev=1458579241&do=diff SR-DHD4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting All DHD4D units are designed for maximum uptime with minimum maintenance. The unit does not require any kind of lubrication or special maintenance procedure throughout its lifetime. However there are exceptional occasions where you may need to perform some maintenance: text/html 2017-08-23T16:22:53+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:robottroubleshooting&rev=1503505373&do=diff Dynamics Troubleshooting This section aims to provide some insight and clues on how to improve the Dynamics of a Robot once the Hands are installed. While not necessarily and issue with the Hand itself, we sometimes find customers looking for some tips on how to improve the Dynamics after installing the hands (which come with the extra weight). It is important to note that installing the hands won't impair the functionality of the robot (we've never encountered that), but may change its Dynamic… text/html 2017-03-23T16:20:22+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:softwaretroubleshooting&rev=1490286022&do=diff Software Troubleshooting This page is designed to help with the most common issues with your DH4D hand. If you experience any issues not covered here or would like a personalized assistance, we'll be more than happy to be of help at support@seedorbotics.com text/html 2019-02-20T14:24:07+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:unpacking_assembly&rev=1550672647&do=diff SR-RH4D: Unpacking and Mechanical Assembly Congratulations on your purchase of the SR-DH4D Hand. This hand is the result of years' experience in hand design and use and it aims at incorporating everything a robot builder needs: reliability^3, ease of use and compatibility with existing robot platforms in both hardware and software. text/html 2017-09-27T17:05:31+00:00 Anonymous (anonymous@undisclosed.example.com) https://kb.seedrobotics.com/doku.php?id=dh4d:usbconsole&rev=1506531931&do=diff USB Console Seed Robotics models include multiple interfaces that can be used simultaneously to control and query the hand: * Main control Interface: Full or Half Duplex TTL or RS485. This connector exposes the Dynamixel Protocol by default in the official firmware. This is also the port through which power is supplied to the Actuators.