How to test a PCB with Protoboard Micro?

[zipfool]

I'm wondering if it's possible to use a Protoboard Micro to test a newly-assembled PCB. I would assume that I don't really need to mess with the stomp switch connections at the bottom of the board, but besides that, what connects to what?

 

[JamieJ]

Yep - just attach the + to one of the VCC points. - to GND. Then attach the IN and OUT wires to the corresponding pads.

The pots will need to be soldered in place as well.

 

[zipfool]

Thanks! What about the VCC and GND terminals on the left and right sides of the Protoboard? Should I hook the input/output GNDs to those?

 

[fig]

Those are optional. They align with the power rails of a breadboard. I use pogo pin clips with the protoboard and it makes it a breeze!

 

[zipfool]

Those are optional. They align with the power rails of a breadboard. I use pogo pin clips with the protoboard and it makes it a breeze!

Thanks for the tip! I've been looking for something like this, but always assumed that these clips would be too large to fit onto a typical pedal PCB:

1969, Pogo Pin Probe Clip (10 Items) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q8DC63N/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_1V4P8TSVEVMVE4YENW4J

 

[fig]

Here's a repost with what I use (2 4pin single row). They work with a lot of the PedalPCB boards.