Andy1845c
Active Member
Is there a simple way to read the output from a rotary encoder like this one, without a micro-controller? :
https://www.electro-tech-online.com/custompdfs/2009/02/776386.pdf
Am I correct in assuming that switch would operate like the "Incremental rotary encoder" about 2/3 the way down this page? Rotary encoder - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
What I would like to do is use one to move a stepper motor. I was looking at a stepper motor driver like the L297
**broken link removed**
I wanted to make the motor take a step with each increment of the the switch and be able to distingush the direction the switch is being turned and have the motor follow.
This is for my air variable capacitor/loop antenna project.
I don't have my heart set on this, and know I can control the motor several other ways, but this would be the best way to do it I think.
I could also use a PIC, but kinda wanted to stay away from them on this. If the antenna works I want to be able to post the whole project online so others can try it if they like, and not everyone has an interest in PICs and learning to program and buying hardware.
https://www.electro-tech-online.com/custompdfs/2009/02/776386.pdf
Am I correct in assuming that switch would operate like the "Incremental rotary encoder" about 2/3 the way down this page? Rotary encoder - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
What I would like to do is use one to move a stepper motor. I was looking at a stepper motor driver like the L297
**broken link removed**
I wanted to make the motor take a step with each increment of the the switch and be able to distingush the direction the switch is being turned and have the motor follow.
This is for my air variable capacitor/loop antenna project.
I don't have my heart set on this, and know I can control the motor several other ways, but this would be the best way to do it I think.
I could also use a PIC, but kinda wanted to stay away from them on this. If the antenna works I want to be able to post the whole project online so others can try it if they like, and not everyone has an interest in PICs and learning to program and buying hardware.