How did Christopher Newport clinch the 2023 DIII men’s basketball title. What were the key moments and standout performances in the tournament. Which teams made impressive runs to reach the Final Four.
Christopher Newport’s Buzzer-Beating Victory
The 2023 DIII men’s basketball championship came to a dramatic conclusion as Christopher Newport secured the national title with a heart-stopping buzzer-beater. In a closely contested final against Swarthmore, Christopher Newport emerged victorious with a nail-biting 69-66 win. This thrilling finish capped off an impressive tournament run for the Captains, who demonstrated remarkable resilience and skill throughout the championship.
How exactly did Christopher Newport clinch the title? The final moments of the game saw Christopher Newport trailing by a single point with mere seconds remaining on the clock. In a display of clutch performance, a Christopher Newport player sank a last-second shot, sending the team and their supporters into euphoria as they claimed the national championship.
The Road to the Final Four
The journey to the 2023 DIII men’s basketball Final Four was filled with intense competition and memorable performances. Four teams emerged from a field of talented contenders to reach the semifinals:
- Christopher Newport
- Mount Union
- Swarthmore
- Wisconsin-Whitewater
Each of these teams showcased exceptional basketball skills and determination to advance through the tournament brackets. Their paths to the Final Four were marked by hard-fought victories and impressive displays of teamwork.
Christopher Newport’s Path to Glory
Christopher Newport’s route to the championship game was nothing short of impressive. They began their tournament run with a narrow 61-60 victory over Farmingdale State, demonstrating their ability to perform under pressure. The Captains then went on to defeat Hampden-Sydney 72-59 in the second round, showcasing their offensive prowess.
In the Sweet Sixteen, Christopher Newport continued their winning streak with a convincing 72-60 triumph over Mary Hardin-Baylor. The Elite Eight saw them face off against Wheaton (IL), where they emerged victorious with a score of 76-70, securing their place in the Final Four.
Mount Union’s Tournament Journey
Mount Union’s path to the Final Four was equally impressive. They started strong with a 73-65 win over Anderson (IN) in the first round. The Purple Raiders then showcased their dominance with a resounding 90-66 victory against Lancaster Bible in the second round.
Their Sweet Sixteen matchup against North Park proved to be a high-scoring affair, with Mount Union coming out on top 102-85. In a tightly contested Elite Eight game, they narrowly edged out Wisconsin-Oshkosh 78-67 to secure their spot in the Final Four.
Semifinal Showdowns
The Final Four semifinals provided basketball fans with two exciting matchups. How did these games unfold?
Christopher Newport vs. Mount Union
In a closely contested battle, Christopher Newport narrowly defeated Mount Union with a score of 74-72. This semifinal showcased the high level of competition in DIII basketball, with both teams displaying exceptional skill and determination. Christopher Newport’s ability to perform in clutch moments ultimately proved to be the deciding factor in this nail-biting encounter.
Swarthmore vs. Wisconsin-Whitewater
The second semifinal saw Swarthmore face off against Wisconsin-Whitewater in another thrilling matchup. Swarthmore emerged victorious with a hard-fought 78-77 win, demonstrating their resilience and offensive capabilities. This narrow victory set the stage for their championship showdown with Christopher Newport.
Tournament Standout Performances
Throughout the 2023 DIII men’s basketball tournament, several teams and players delivered standout performances that captivated fans and showcased the high level of talent in Division III basketball.
Swarthmore’s Offensive Prowess
Swarthmore’s journey to the championship game was marked by impressive offensive displays. In their first-round matchup against SUNY Delhi, they put up a staggering 93 points, winning the game 93-64. They continued their high-scoring ways in the second round with a 101-78 victory over St. John Fisher, demonstrating their ability to dominate opponents with their offensive firepower.
Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Resilience
Wisconsin-Whitewater showed remarkable resilience throughout the tournament. They overcame a tough challenge from Wabash in the first round, securing a 90-83 victory. Their ability to perform in close games was evident in their 78-75 win over Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) in the second round. This trend continued in the Sweet Sixteen, where they edged out Johns Hopkins 83-82 in another nail-biter.
Cinderella Stories and Upsets
The 2023 DIII men’s basketball tournament witnessed its fair share of upsets and Cinderella stories, adding to the excitement and unpredictability of March Madness.
Nichols College’s Surprising Run
Nichols College emerged as one of the tournament’s surprise packages. They began their journey with a stunning 74-71 upset over Rochester (NY) in the first round. Nichols continued to defy expectations by defeating Middlebury 73-66 in the second round. Their remarkable run extended to the Sweet Sixteen, where they overcame Stockton 86-68. Nichols’ Cinderella story finally came to an end in the Elite Eight, where they narrowly lost to Swarthmore 78-77 in a thrilling contest.
Lancaster Bible’s First-Round Shocker
Lancaster Bible College provided one of the tournament’s biggest first-round upsets by defeating New York University (NYU) 67-64. This victory showcased the potential for surprises in DIII basketball and highlighted the competitive nature of the tournament.
Statistical Highlights and Records
The 2023 DIII men’s basketball tournament saw several impressive statistical performances and potentially record-breaking achievements. While specific individual statistics are not provided in the original text, we can infer some notable team performances based on the scores:
- Highest scoring game: North Park vs. Mount Union (102-85)
- Largest margin of victory: Randolph-Macon over Wilson (73-36)
- Most points scored by a team: Swarthmore (101 against St. John Fisher)
These statistical highlights underscore the high level of competition and offensive capabilities displayed throughout the tournament.
Impact on DIII Basketball Landscape
The 2023 DIII men’s basketball championship has undoubtedly left a lasting impact on the Division III basketball landscape. Christopher Newport’s thrilling victory will likely inspire future generations of DIII players and elevate the program’s profile in the coming years.
How might this championship influence the future of DIII basketball? The excitement generated by the tournament and the high level of play demonstrated by participating teams could lead to increased interest in DIII basketball. This may result in:
- Greater media coverage for DIII programs
- Improved recruitment opportunities for successful teams
- Increased fan engagement and attendance at DIII games
- More competitive balance across the division
The success of smaller programs and surprise performances by underdog teams also highlights the competitive nature of DIII basketball, potentially attracting more talented players to this level of competition.
Emerging Powerhouses
The tournament results may signal the emergence of new powerhouses in DIII basketball. Christopher Newport’s championship victory cements their status as a top program, while the strong performances of teams like Swarthmore, Mount Union, and Wisconsin-Whitewater indicate that they will likely remain competitive in the coming years.
These emerging powerhouses could reshape the DIII basketball landscape, creating new rivalries and shifting the balance of power among conferences.
Looking Ahead: Implications for Future Tournaments
The excitement and competitiveness of the 2023 DIII men’s basketball tournament set a high bar for future championships. What can we expect in the coming years based on this tournament’s outcomes?
Increasing Parity
The close games and surprising results throughout the tournament suggest that parity in DIII basketball may be increasing. This trend could lead to even more competitive and unpredictable tournaments in the future, with a wider range of teams having realistic chances of making deep runs.
Evolution of Playing Styles
The success of high-scoring teams like Swarthmore may influence the evolution of playing styles in DIII basketball. We might see more programs adopting up-tempo, offensive-minded approaches in an attempt to replicate this success.
Emphasis on Clutch Performance
Christopher Newport’s buzzer-beating victory in the championship game highlights the importance of clutch performance in tournament play. Future DIII programs may place greater emphasis on developing players’ ability to perform under pressure and in high-stakes situations.
As we look ahead to future DIII men’s basketball tournaments, the lessons and excitement from the 2023 championship will undoubtedly shape the expectations and strategies of teams vying for national glory.
The 2023 DIII men’s basketball tournament provided fans with thrilling moments, outstanding performances, and a championship game that will be remembered for years to come. As the dust settles on this exciting tournament, basketball enthusiasts can look forward to the continued growth and competitiveness of DIII basketball in the seasons ahead.
2023 Division III Men’s Basketball Official Bracket
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Randolph-Macon 73
Wilson 36
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Scranton 65
N.C. Wesleyan 64
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John Carroll 91
Albertus Magnus 80
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Oswego St. 80
Marymount (VA) 62
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Hamilton 84
Montclair St. 75
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Johns Hopkins 89
Mitchell 71
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Wis.-Whitewater 90
Wabash 83
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CWRU 82
Arcadia 76
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Randolph-Macon 63
Scranton 41
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John Carroll 61
Oswego St. 66
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Hamilton 71
Johns Hopkins 81
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Wis. -Whitewater 78
CWRU 75
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Randolph-Macon 63
Oswego St. 74
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Johns Hopkins 82
Wis.-Whitewater 83
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Oswego St. 74
Wis.-Whitewater 77
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Swarthmore 93
SUNY Delhi 64
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St. John Fisher 74
Whitworth 59
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Tufts 78
Widener 66
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Keene St. 89
Baruch 78
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Rochester (NY) 71
Nichols 74
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Middlebury 76
Worcester St. 51
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Mary Washington 69
St. Lawrence 42
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Stockton 86
La Roche 70
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Swarthmore 101
St. John Fisher 78
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Tufts 72
Keene St.
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Nichols 73
Middlebury 66
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Mary Washington 65
Stockton 68
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Swarthmore 82
Keene St. 58
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Nichols 86
Stockton 68
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Swarthmore 78
Nichols 77
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Wis.-Whitewater 79
Mount Union 83
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Mount Union 72
Chris. Newport 74
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Swarthmore 66
Chris. Newport 69
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Rowan 83
Cal Lutheran 77
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Utica 72
Babson 60
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Hope 79
Bethany Lutheran 65
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-Oshkosh 86
Fontbonne 58
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North Park 88
Sewanee 69
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WashU 69
Coe 48
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NYU 64
Lancaster Bible 67
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Mount Union 73
Anderson (IN) 65
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Rowan 83
Utica 72
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Hope 50
Wis.-Oshkosh 51
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North Park 72
WashU 69
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Lancaster Bible 66
Mount Union 90
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Rowan 72
Wis.-Oshkosh 91
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North Park 85
Mount Union 102
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Wis.-Oshkosh 67
Mount Union 78
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Chris. Newport 61
Farmingdale St. 60
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Hampden-Sydney 63
Emory 59
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Thomas (TX) 75
East Tex. Baptist 79
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Mary Hardin-Baylor 81
Schreiner 78
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Carleton 77
St. Norbert 81
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Wheaton (IL) 79
Illinois Col. 66
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Pomona-Pitzer 53
Williams 78
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Saint Joseph (CT) 76
Chatham 53
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Chris. Newport 72
Hampden-Sydney 59
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East Tex. Baptist 70
Mary Hardin-Baylor 72
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St. Norbert 71
Wheaton (IL) 75
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Williams 54
Saint Joseph (CT) 75
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Chris. Newport 72
Mary Hardin-Baylor 60
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Wheaton (IL) 74
Saint Joseph (CT) 67
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Newport 76
Wheaton (IL) 70
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Overseas, in the world’s strongest hockey league, it’s time for the conference finals.
Playoffs 2012 is coming to the finish line!
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Overseas, in the strongest hockey league in the world, the time has come for the conference finals. Playoffs 2012 is coming to the finish line!
West
Phoenix Coyotes (3) – Los Angeles Kings (8)
Personal meetings in the regular season: + 3 – 3 (0:2, 3:2, 3:4, 1:0, 0:1, 5:4).
It can be assumed that the number of hockey fans who believe in signs and even curses has increased significantly in recent weeks. Before the start of the playoffs, almost all North American experts, and in parallel with them, the bookmakers, designated the winner of the regular season, Vancouver, as a clear favorite in the West, and Pittsburgh, Evgeni Malkin and Sidney Crosby, in the East.
Two weeks have passed. Note “contenders” lost with a bang already in the first round to “Kings” and “Pilots” respectively. A holy place is never empty, and the role of the next favorite of the Stanley Cup was solemnly hoisted “St.
Louis” under the control of the famous conservative coach Ken Hitchcock, who in the shortest possible time changed the playing style of the “Bluesmen” beyond recognition. For several months this team looked monolithic, excellently organized and devoid of pronounced weaknesses. Note that after the first home defeat, “St. Louis” from “Los Angeles” bookmakers brought to the first line … “Philadelphia Flyers”.
What happened in a series of “Kings” and “Bluesmen”, which ended with a rare 4-0 score in favor of the alleged outsider? Hockey players, “Kings” consistently implemented the same scenario that brought them success at the start of the confrontation with the “Orcas”. The maximum density in his zone and the attentiveness of the defenders in the patch, sharp and swift attacks on the move. Knocked down “St. Louis” and the fact that forced to become the team’s main goalkeeper in the playoffs Brian Elliot (Slovak Jaroslav Galak was injured) outright lost the duel to the magnificent Jonathan Quick.
Faced with the need to recoup in the course of the series, Hitchcock’s wards tried to modify their game concept to a more attacking one, but in the end this also played into the hands of the rivals.
And in the other Western Conference semi-finals, the Coyotes of Phoenix gradually outplayed the Predators. For both clubs, finishing in the top four teams in the league would be the undisputed best result in history, and therefore the stakes in this dispute were really high.
The success of the club from Arizona has largely contributed to the internal problems of Nashville. The general manager of the team, David Poyle, did everything possible to return Alexander Radulov to the NHL, as well as to get Belarusian sniper Montreal Andrey Kostitsyn on St. George’s Day. And now, at the most crucial moment, both hockey players were suspended from participation in the matches of the series against the “Phoenix” for violations of the sports regime.
One gets the impression that Barry Trotz’s powerful, organized, traditionally athletic team is simply contraindicated for any bright personality.
You can remember how a similar attempt by the Predators management to increase the attack on the eve of the playoffs failed in 2007, when Peter Forsberg himself came to Tennessee … goaltender Mike Smith, confidently won in five matches and reached the conference finals, the course and result of which, in the light of recent events, is absolutely impossible to predict.
East
New York Rangers (1) – New Jersey Devils (6)
Head to head: +3 – 3 (4:1, 3:4, 0:1, 2:0, 1: 4, 4:2)
“Washington”, entered under the new coach Dale Hunter in a new era, yet laid down his arms in the fight for the Stanley Cup. But, nevertheless, the team performed more than worthy and gave the fans 14 unforgettable matches with the strongest rivals: “Boston” and the New York “Rangers”.
Alexander Ovechkin, Brayden Holtby and company did their best, but the Blueshirts won the two most dramatic second round bouts. De facto, they predetermined the outcome of the series.
In the third game, an accurate shot by Marian Gaborik in the third overtime forced the capitulation of a brilliantly played young goaltender of the Capitals, and in the fifth, Washington was let down by the protagonist of the seventh game with the Bears, Joel Ward, who received a double minor penalty in the last minute. As a result, the highest paid hockey player of the current NHL season, Brad Richards, equalized the score 8 seconds (!) before the final siren, and at the very beginning of extra time, Mark Staal again realized the numerical advantage. “Rangers” not only seized the strategic initiative in this confrontation, but also received a significant psychological handicap, which has not been missed.
#ntright#The Philadelphia-New Jersey series, yet another battle within the Atlantic Division, turned out to be the strangest of all. The first game, in which the opponents showed hockey of the highest quality, and the initiative constantly changed hands, ended with two goals scored by Daniel Brier in overtime.
The referees rightly canceled the first of them (the Pilots forward sent a projectile into the goal with his skate), but the second put an end to the game. It would seem that the Flyers could not even dream of a better start to the series, but then all the air seemed to be pumped out of the team …
The young squad, inspired to crush the star “Pittsburgh” in the attack, literally stopped and could not recover until the end of the series. The creative genius of Claude Giroud only reminded of himself from time to time, Jaromir Jagr moved around the court with difficulty and did not actually threaten Martin Brodeur’s goal, his counterpart Ilya Bryzgalov continued to make mistakes, and the Black-and-Orange defenders clearly could not cope with the high pressure that they imposed by opponents.
Given the opportunity to dictate the course of the game, the “Devils” took full advantage of the superiority in physical fitness, and won four matches in a row. Compared to the Rangers, Peter DeBour’s team spent significantly less energy on the second-round series of the playoffs, but time will tell whether this will be a decisive factor in determining the finalist from the East.
We revive the speedometer from the subway train that has gone down in history / Sudo Null IT News
Greetings to all!
Those who have lived in Moscow for a long time will surely remember metro trains of the Yauza type. Although they caused the most controversial opinions among both passengers and metro workers, it can be said with confidence that for their time in our country they were unique.
So, in today’s article we will try to launch a part of the dashboard from the now disappeared model of the subway train. Let’s find out how it all works and works. As usual, there will be a lot of interesting things.
❯ The bottom line is
Many of the residents of Moscow (where such trains were operated) managed to find them in operation. Appeared in the nineties, these trains have worked on the line for more than twenty years.
Many modifications were released, among which were both experienced and modern. Later, their developments were used to create later cars – “Rusich” and “Yubileiny”, and the RA1 rail bus also has a body of a similar design.
In the summer of 2019, they were written off without exception, thereby completing their passenger operation. Only one copy remained, which they wanted to leave for the Museum of Moscow Transport.
❯ Product overview
The more unique the copy that I got. A rare detail from a train that has already irretrievably gone down in history – what could be cooler?
And I got a digital speedometer from the driver’s cab. He is the display unit ALS-ARS.
In the open spaces, we managed to find a photo of the driver’s console (on the KDPV, although it is in better quality, it has a different modification). The black panel with scales is the same display unit.
And here is my copy. The device is in excellent condition, except for a layer of dust and scuffs.
The characteristic smell of the subway is also available.
So, on the front there are three LED scales of three colors: red shows the maximum speed, green – current, yellow – warning. To the right is an LED indicator that displays the current speed, an acceleration scale and an indicator of the direction of movement.
There is nothing interesting on the back and sides, only holes for ventilation.
On the right side there are 2PM connectors marked as X1 and X2. It can be assumed that one of them serves for power, and the other for control. Well, we’ll figure it out soon.
Type plate. My block is number 13.
❯ Internals
Initially, I had no idea which way to approach this thing. On the Internet, we managed to find documentation for the ALS-ARS system of the Yauza and Rusich cars, but the principles of operation of its individual blocks were not reflected there. So the only thing left to do was to experiment.
What do we do when an interesting piece of iron comes into our hands? That’s right: we understand it.
To disassemble it is necessary to unscrew two screws on the left (one of which is under the seal, which I have crumbled for a long time) and six on the side of the connectors (along the perimeter of the case). After that, the entire metal casing can be easily removed.
There are three boards waiting for us inside. Conventionally, they can be divided into a control board, a driver board and an indication board.
There are wire harnesses coming from the connectors.
To separate these boards, remove the six flathead screws holding them together. Pictured is the bottom plate. Alas, it was not possible to shoot from a different angle, otherwise the wires interfere. But later I will try to compensate for this with more detailed photos.
Intermediate board.
And here is the indication board.
Decimal numbers on boards.
First of all, we are interested, of course, in the lowest board.
It is to her that the wiring harnesses from the connectors come. And this means that it is necessary to investigate it first of all.
On the board there is a KR1830BE31 microcontroller, next to it is a memory chip from Atmel. In general, these two microcircuits are the only two plastic cases in the entire device. Everything else is cermet. We find power and ground along the power lines of the microcontroller. They are indeed brought to a small connector, as I thought.
Well, let’s try to turn it on, shall we?
❯ First start
To begin with, we need a mating part from the connector. In this case – 2RMD18KUN4G5V1. The marking on the block part is erased, so I chose it purely by size and number of contacts. The second connector has a model 2RMDT30B24Sh5V1V. The counterpart to it is 2RMD30KPN24G5V1. In general, it is not necessary to use exactly these, they have several modifications, the differences of which (temperature resistance, shielding, straight or angled pipe) are not significant for us.
So, solder the wires and apply five volts. And nothing. Some examination of the circuit revealed another thick wire coming from one of the pins of this connector. Applying five volts to it did the trick. As you can understand, one line is used to power the electronics, the other is for indication.
Unit immediately after power up. You can see a kind of self-testing – all scales are lit.
After a second, the current speed and acceleration are extinguished. That’s it, nothing else is happening. Well, already some result.
The pinout of the small connector is thus:
- Power indication
- Earth
- Logic supply
- Earth
To start, you need to parallelize the power and ground lines and apply five volts to them.
❯ Interface
Of course, I wanted to somehow manage it all. And this means that you need to figure out what interface this thing works on and what it wants in general.
Inspection of the bottom board revealed the presence of two very similar circuits on 3OD129A optocouplers. The outputs of the LED were connected directly to the external connector.
An attempt to close the photodiode leads was successful – something has changed on the scales. Apparently, the input signal is given here. It remains only to understand what it is.
Connect a signal source through a 220 ohm resistor. But the device did not care about a simple rectangular signal – the scales only flickered. It appears to be some kind of interface.
“Most likely, this is a UART …” – I thought. With these thoughts, I connected the block to the serial port and began to try to send something at different speeds, simultaneously observing the color music on the scales.
Something meaningful was achieved at a speed of 9600 baud – sending a couple of hundred bytes 0x01 caused the ignition of one segment on the acceleration scale. 0x02 was able to light two.
That’s it, there was nothing else.
By the way, it should be remembered that the optocoupler is connected directly to the connector, so it is necessary to use an external resistor, otherwise the device may die.
❯ Bringing scales to life
To test, I decided to send bytes sequentially from 0x00 to 0xFF. And it turned out to be a good decision – some changes became noticeable on the main scales. Then I sent the bytes already “targeted” – not in such large quantities and certain values. What made it more difficult was that, having received a byte, the panel immediately reacted to it, and did not wait until all the data arrived.
So, in the end, I came to the conclusion that I need to send something like:
<00h><00h><00h>
This gave some effect, but did not send the device into spacing.
Almost immediately, we managed to revive the green scale. The first byte of the packet is responsible for it. Every four units symbolize one division of the scale.
Then the yellow one succumbed. It turned out that the yellow and red ones work not for increasing, but for decreasing, that is, the maximum value means the scale is extinguished, and the minimum value is completely burning.
After poking a little more, I started the red one.
As a result, the format of the data packet turned out to be:
<00h><00h><00h> <00h><00h><00h> <00h><00h><00h>
❯ Acceleration
Now it’s time for acceleration. For a long time I tried to understand where its bytes were and even in vain attributed the same four to the end of the packet, to which the block simply went out. As a result, it turned out that the desired value is hidden in the sixth byte of the packet – on average between red and yellow. Thus, the true form of the data packet turned out to be:
<00h><00h><00h> <00h> <00h> <00h><00h><00h>
The value of this byte can lie in one of two ranges – 99-F5 – acceleration, 00-0F – deceleration.
The entire line cannot be illuminated at once. One byte corresponds to one division of the scale.
We try to send a packet, and here is the result:
❯ Indicators
As can be seen, during all the experiments, two LED indicators were off. And that means it’s time to try to revive them.
And first, let’s take a closer look at the indication board. To do this, we unscrew the screws around the perimeter of the front part and first remove the metal frame, and then the plexiglass plate with inscriptions. Here we are met by a bunch of LED bars, as well as two indicators. Everything is imported, no domestic ALSs with their lack of brightness.
The direction indicator deserves special attention. This is not just a light field, it is a matrix LED indicator. Initially, they were produced for use as sign-synthesizers, but for some reason it plays the role of a single one. What prevented me from putting two ordinary LEDs or two light fields, I don’t know.
Resistor assemblies mounted on the indication board.
❯ Indicators
Since it was not possible to reach the indicators via the serial port, it is logical to assume that they are controlled from the outside.
Two 514ID2 chips were found on the bottom board, which are drivers of seven-segment indicators. The call revealed that four data lines from each chip lead directly to the same 2PM. But here, too, not everything is so obvious: as it turned out, food is supplied to them separately. And it is displayed not on a small connector, but on a large one. This must also be taken into account when connecting. In fact, the circuit with seven-segment indicators is a separate independent circuit.
We try to apply some combination, and … the indicator comes to life! The indicators are controlled independently, that is, in total, eight wires are needed to connect them.
❯ Light field
It is the turn of the last element – the direction indicator.
And, as it turned out, it’s even easier with it – just pull one of the connector legs to the ground to make it work.
❯ Pinout
Now that the purpose of all contacts is known, the pinout of the control connector can also be determined. She ended up here like this:0003
- D0 first indicator
- D1 first indicator
- D2 first indicator
- D3 first indicator
- D0 second indicator
- D1 second indicator
- D2 second indicator
- D3 second indicator
- Forward
- back
- –
- –
- Housing
- –
- RX-
- RX+
- –
- –
- –
- 5 V (ind.)
- Land (ind.)
- –
- –
- –
❯ What’s wrong with all this?
Alas, in the course of searching for the package format, I encountered one problem that I could not solve.
