Final Testing

This is page 9 of 10 of a how-to on how to build an outlet/relay module. The main project page is here.

Now that construction is complete, we need to test it. I would recommend that the first test be a fairly simple device, such as a lamp.

Testing Step 1

Plug the lamp into the module's outlet.

Testing Step 2

Connect a power supply of the appropriate voltage based on your relay to the 2 pins of the terminal block. In my case, I used a 5V power supply.

Testing Step 3

Plug the module's power cord into a wall outlet. At this point, the lamp should still be off.

Testing Step 4

Turn on the DC power supply. The lamp should turn on.

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