Elektor Magazine EN March/April 2020 (PDF)

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The Pimoroni Explorer Starter Kit is an electronic adventure playground for physical computing based on the RP2350 chip. It includes a 2.8-inch LCD screen, a speaker, a mini breadboard and much more. It's ideal for tinkering, experiments, and building small prototypes. Features Mini breadboard for wiring up components Servo headers Analog inputs Built-in speaker Plenty of general purpose inputs/outputs Connectors for attaching crocodile leads Qw/ST connectors for attaching I²C breakouts Specifications Powered by RP2350B (Dual Arm Cortex-M33 running at up to 150 MHz with 520 KB of SRAM) 16 MB of QSPI flash supporting XiP 2.8" IPS LCD screen (320 x 240 pixels) Driver IC: ST7789V Luminance: 250 cd/m² Active area: 43.2 x 57.5 mm USB-C connector for programming and power Mini breadboard Piezo speaker 6x user-controllable switches Reset and boot buttons Easy access GPIO headers (6x GPIOs and 3x ADCs, plus 3.3 V power and grounds) 6x Crocodile clip terminals (3x ADCs, plus 3.3 V power and grounds) 4x 3-pin servo outputs 2x Qw/ST (Qwiic/STEMMA QT) connector 2-pin JST-PH connector for adding a battery Lanyard slot! Includes 2x desktop stand feet Fully-assembled (no soldering required) Programmable with C/C++ or MicroPython Included 1x Pimoroni Explorer 1x Multi-Sensor Stick – a fancy new all-in-one super sensor suite for environmental, light and movement sensing Selection of different colored LEDs to get blinky with (including red, yellow, green, blue, white and RGB) 1x Potentiometer (for analog amusements) 3x 12 mm switches with different coloured caps 2x Continuous rotation servos 2x 60 mm wheels for attaching to your servos 1x AAA battery holder (batteries not included) 1x Velcro to stick the battery holder to the back of Explorer 20x Pin to pin and 20x pin to socket jumper wires for making connections on your breadboard 1x Qw/ST cable to plug in the Multi-Sensor Stick 1x Silicon USB-C cable Downloads GitHub Schematic

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The ATmega328 Uno Development Board (Arduino Uno compatible) is a microcontroller board based on the ATmega328. It has 14 digital input/output pins (of which 6 can be used as PWM outputs), 6 analogue inputs, a 16 MHz ceramic resonator, a USB connection, a power jack, an ICSP header and a reset button. It contains everything needed to support the microcontroller; connect it to a computer with a USB cable or power it with a AC-to-DC adapter or battery to get started. Specifications Microcontroller ATmega328 Operating voltage 5 V DC Input voltage (recommended) 7-12 V DC Input voltage (limits) 6-20 V DC Digital I/O pins 14 (of which 6 provide PWM output) Analogue input pins 6 SRAM 2 kB (ATmega328) EEPROM 1 kB (ATmega328) Flash memory 32 kB (ATmega328) of which 0.5 kB used by bootloader Clock speed 16 MHz Downloads Manual

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This camera module adopts a SmartSens SC3336 sensor chip with 3 MP resolution. It features high sensitivity, high SNR, and low light performance and it is capable of a more delicate and vivid night vision imaging effect, and can better adapt to ambient light changes. Also, it is compatible with Luckfox Pico series boards. Specifications Sensor Sensor: SC3336 CMOS size: 1/2.8" Pixels: 3 MP Static resolution: 2304x1296 Maximum video frame rate: 30fps Shutter: Rolling shutter Lens Focal length: 3.95 mm Aperture: F2.0 FOV: 98.3° (diagonal) Distortion: <33% Focusing: Manual focus Downloads Wiki

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Pico Cube is a 4x4x4 LED cube HAT for Raspberry Pi Pico with 5 VDC operating voltage. Pico cube, a monochromatic Red with 64 LEDs, is a fun way to learn programming. It is designed to perform incandescent operations with low energy consumptions, robust outlook, and easy installation that make people/kids/users learn the effects of LED lights with a different pattern of colors via the combination of software and hardware i.e. Raspberry Pi Pico. Features Standard 40 Pins Raspberry Pi Pico Header GPIO Based Communication 64 High-Intensity Monochromatic LEDs Individual LED access Each Layer Access Specifications Operating Voltage: 5 V Color: Red Communication: GPIO LEDs: 64 Included 1x Pico Cube Base PCB 4x Layer PCB 8x Pillar PCB 2x Male Berg (1 x 20) 2x Female Berg (1 x 20) 70 LEDs Note: Raspberry Pi Pico is not included. Downloads GitHub Wiki

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An adapter for connecting a servo meter with croc/alligator clips. This is a handy little clip to connect a servo motor with 5.4 mm header socket using alligator clips. It is ideal for use with boards like the BBC micro:bit and Adafruit's Circuit Playground Express or Gemma. Width: 27 mm Height: 35 mm Downloads Datasheet

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The Arduino MKR Zero is a development board for music makers! With an SD card holder and dedicated SPI interfaces (SPI1), you are able to play music files without extra hardware. The MKR Zero brings you the power of a Zero in the smaller format established by the MKR form factor. The MKR Zero board acts as a great educational tool for learning about 32-bit application development. It has an on-board SD connector with dedicated SPI interfaces (SPI1) that allows you to play with MUSIC files with no extra hardware! The board is powered by Atmel’s SAMD21 MCU, which features a 32-bit ARM Cortex M0+ core. The board contains everything needed to support the microcontroller; simply connect it to a computer with a micro-USB cable or power it by a LiPo battery. The battery voltage can also be monitored since a connection between the battery and the analog converter of the board exists. Specifications Microcontroller SAMD21 ARM Cortex-M0+ 32-bit low power Board power supply (USB/VIN) 5 V Supported battery Li-Po single cell, 3.7 V, 700 mAh minimum DC current for 3.3 V pin 600 mA DC current for 5 V pin 600 mA Circuit operating voltage 3.3 V Digital I/O pins 22 PWM pins 12 (0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, A3 - or 18 -, A4 -or 19) UART 1 SPI 1 I²C 1 Analog input pins 7 (ADC 8/10/12 bit) Analog output pins 1 (DAC 10 bit) External interrupts 10 (0, 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, A1 -or 16-, A2 - or 17) DC current per I/O pin 7 mA Flash memory 256 KB Flash memory for bootloader 8 KB SRAM 32 KB EEPROM No Clock speed 32.768 kHz (RTC), 48 MHz LED_BUILTIN 32 Downloads Datasheet Eagle Files Schematics Fritzing Pinout

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Arduino MKR NB 1500 allows you to build your next smart project. Ever wanted an automated house? Or a smart garden? Well, now it’s easy with the Arduino IoT Cloud compatible boards. It means: you can connect devices, visualize data, control and share your projects from anywhere in the world. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, we have a wide range of plans to make sure you get the features you need. Add Narrowband communication to your project with the MKR NB 1500. It's the perfect choice for devices in remote locations without an Internet connection, or in situations in which power isn't available like on-field deployments, remote metering systems, solar-powered devices, or other extreme scenarios. The board's main processor is a low power ARM Cortex-M0 32-bit SAMD21, like in the other boards within the Arduino MKR family. The Narrowband connectivity is performed with a module from u-blox, the SARA-R410M-02B, a low power chipset operating in the de different bands of the IoT LTE cellular range. On top of those, secure communication is ensured through the Microchip ECC508 crypto chip. Besides that, the pcb includes a battery charger, and a connector for an external antenna. This board is designed for global use, providing connectivity on LTE's Cat M1/NB1 bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28. Operators offering service in that part of the spectrum include: Vodafone, AT&T, T-Mobile USA, Telstra, and Verizon, among others. Specifications The Arduino MKR NB 1500 is based on the SAMD21 microcontroller. Microcontroller SAMD21 Cortex-M0+ 32-bit low power ARM MCU (datasheet) Radio module u-blox SARA-R410M-02B (datasheet summary) Secure element ATECC508 (datasheet) Board power supply (USB/VIN) 5 V Supported battery Li-Po Single Cell, 3.7 V, 1500 mAh Minimum Circuit operating voltage 3.3 V Digital I/O pins 8 PWM pins 13 (0 .. 8, 10, 12, 18 / A3, 19 / A4) UART 1 SPI 1 I²C 1 Analog input pins 7 (ADC 8/10/12 bit) Analog output pins 1 (DAC 10 bit) External interrupts 8 (0, 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 16 / A1, 17 / A2) DC current per I/O pin 7 mA Flash memory 256 KB (internal) SRAM 32 KB EEPROM No Clock speed 32.768 kHz (RTC), 48 MHz LED_BUILTIN 6 USB Full-speed USB device and embedded host Antenna gain 2 dB Carrier frequency LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28 Power class (radio) LTE Cat M1 / NB1: Class 3 (23 dBm) Data rate (LTE M1 halp-duplex) UL 375 kbps / DL 300 kbps Data rate (LTE NB1 full-duplex) UL 62.5 kbps / DL 27.2 kbps Working region Multiregion Device location GNSS via modem Power consumption (LTE M1) min 100 mA / max 190 mA Power consumption (LTE NB1) min 60 mA / max 140 mA SIM card MicroSIM (not included with the board) Dimensions 67.6 x 25 mm Weight 32 g Downloads Eagle Files Schematics Pinout

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The Arduino Pro Portenta Max Carrier transforms Portenta modules into single-board computers or reference designs that enable edge AI for high-performance industrial, building automation and robotics applications. Thanks to dedicated high-density connectors, it can be paired with Portenta X8 or H7, allowing you to easily prototype and deploy your industrial projects. This Arduino Pro carrier further augments Portenta connectivity options with Fieldbus, LoRa, Cat-M1 and NB-IoT. Among the many available plug-and-play connectors there are Ethernet, USB-A, audio jacks, microSD, mini-PCIe, FD-CAN and Serial RS232/422/485. Max Carrier can be powered via external supply (6-36 V) or battery via the onboard 18650 Li-ion battery connector with 3.7 V battery charger. Features Easily prototype industrial applications and minimize time to market A powerful carrier exposing Portenta peripherals (e.g. CAN, RS232/422/485, USB, mPCIe) Multiple connectivity options (Ethernet, LoRa, CAT-M1, NB-IoT) MicroSD for data logging operations Integrated audio jacks (line-in, line-out, mic-in) Standalone when battery powered Onboard JTAG debugger via micro-USB (with Portenta H7 only) Specifications Connectors High-Density connectors compatible with Portenta products2x USB-A female connectors1x Gigabit Ethernet connector (RJ45)1x FD-Can on RJ111x mPCIe1x Serial RS232/422/485 on RJ12 Audio 3x audio jacks: stereo line-in/line-out, mic-inSpeaker connector Memory Micro SD Wireless modules Murata CMWX1ZZABZ-078 LoRaSARA-R412M-02B (Cat.M1/NB-IoT) Operating temperatures -40 °C to +85 °C (-40° F to 185 °F) Debugging Onboard JLink OB / Blackmagic probe Power/battery Power Jack for external supply (6-36 V)On-board 18650 Li-ion battery connector with battery charger (3.7 V) Dimensions 101.6 x 101.6 mm (4.0 x 4.0') Downloads Datasheet Schematics

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The Voice Interaction Satellite Kit can extend the reach of your base station to each room in your house and enable you to interact with the hardware based on where you issue your commands! You can arrange multiple Satellite Kits throughout your home to add new functionality to Base kit or any other smart speaker, extending your voice control across several rooms. The Voice Interaction Satellite Kit is powered by a Raspberry Pi Zero W and the ReSpeaker 2-Mics Pi HAT. Along with the kit comes a speaker, a Grove - Temperature Humidity Sensor (SHT31) sensor, a Grove Relay, and a pegboard to hang it on a wall or create a nifty stand. Note All Satellite Kits require a Base kit or Raspberry Pi in order to operate as intended.

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Elektor GREEN and GOLD members can download their digital edition here. Not a member yet? Click here. USB Measurement AdapterTesting Current and Signal Quality of USB Ports 4...20 mA Current Output for Arduino UnoA Reliable, EMI-Insensitive Current Loop Interface Vacuum Cleaner Automatic ControlKeep Your Tools’ Work Area Clean DDS Generator with ATtiny Opamp-Tester V2New PCB – Now Also Suitable for SMDs 550-mW “Lamp” Audio AmplifierGet the Warm Sound of Vacuum Tubes With Ease Fuse GuardMonitoring a Fuse with a Flashing LED HQ RIAA PreamplifierGet the Most Out of Your Vinyl Records! Turntable Speed CalibratorAn Arduino-Based 100–120 Hz Strobe Light Generator Elektor Classics: video buffer/repeater Infrared Remote-Controlled DimmerControl Your Halogen or LED Floor Lamp Effortlessly and With Style How to Use switch…case on Strings in C++/Arduino IDE Magnet FinderWith a Simple Hall-Effect Sensor Raspberry Pi Smart Power ButtonA Solution for Raspberry Pi Up to Model 4 Essential Maker TipsProfessional Insights for Everyday Making Practical Projects with the 555 TimerDC Motor Control and Fast Reaction Challenges Basic AC-Load-On MonitorSave Energy with a Simple Device Power Banks in ParallelA Three-Day Continuous Power Solution VFO Up to 15 MHzAn Implementation With Raspberry Pi Pico Violin Tuner with ATtiny202 Elektor Classics: video amplifier for B/W television sets Capacitance Meter20 pF to 600 nF Quasi-Analog Clockwork Mk IITwo LED Rings for Hours and Minutes You Can Do Anything You Want(with the Arduino Ecosystem at Your Side) Neon Lamp Dice Elektor Classics: RTTY calibrator indicator Inspiring Hardware Designs for Your ESPs Elektor Classics: variable 3 A power supply RGB LEDs with Integrated Control CircuitLight with Precision: ICLEDs Set Standards Experiment: Towards a Mixed-Signal Theremin?Blending Modern Time-of-Flight Sensors With the Timeless XR2206 Analog Generator ESP32 Audio Transceiver Board (Part 1)SD Card WAV File Player Demo Infographics: Circuits and Circuit Design 2025 Small Audio MixerA Simple and Versatile Scalable Design Smart Staircase Light TimerSave More Money on the Energy Bill! Smarten Up Your ShuttersControlling Velux Hardware With an ESP32 and MQTT Solid-State Foot WarmerEnergy-Efficient Comfort Is the M5Stamp Fly Quadcopter the Next Tello? Boosting Wi-Fi Range of the ESP32-C3 SuperMiniA Simple and Effective Antenna Mod ZD-8968 Hot-Air Soldering StationA Budget-Friendly Workhorse or Just Hot Air? Parking Sensor TesterFinding Defects in the PDC System of a Car

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The Waveshare PoE M.2 HAT+ (B) combines Power over Ethernet (PoE) and PCIe-to-M.2 functionality for the Raspberry Pi 5. It supports the IEEE 802.3af/at networking standards and accommodates M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 form factors. Additionally, it enables SSD boot for the Raspberry Pi. Features Standard Raspberry Pi 40-pin GPIO extension header, compatible with Raspberry Pi 5 Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and complies with the IEEE 802.3af/at network standards Utilizes a fully isolated Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) for stable power delivery Supports NVMe protocol M.2 interface hard drives, offering high-speed read/write performance and high efficiency Provides 1x PCIe in Gen2 or Gen3 mode Specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi 5 only Compatible with M.2 SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 form factors Specifications PoE power input 37~57 V DC Power output GPIO header: 5 V/4.5 A (max.)2P header: 12 V/2 A (max.) Network standard IEEE 802.3af/at PoE Dimensions 56 x 85 mm Included 1x Waveshare PoE M.2 HAT+ (B) 1x 16-Pin PCIe cable 1x SSD mounting screw 1x Screws pack Downloads Wiki

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The PeakTech 1094 two-pole voltage tester is a reliable and practical tool for measuring voltages up to 400 V. It uses LED indicators to display voltage levels at 12 V, 24 V, 50 V, 120 V, 240 V, and 400 V. The device supports both AC and DC voltage measurements and automatically detects and displays polarity when measuring DC voltages – no manual switching between AC and DC is required. This tester operates without batteries, ensuring it is always ready for use, even after extended periods of inactivity. With its IP54 protection rating, the PeakTech 1094 is robust and resistant to dust and splashing water, making it suitable for use in both indoor and outdoor environments. Specifications DC Voltage (max.) 400 V AC Voltage (max.) 400 V Over voltage category CAT III 400 V Accuracy -30% to 0% of the measured value Voltage test Automatically Polarity check Entire measuring range Range selection Automatically Response time <0.1s AC Voltage frequency range 50/60 Hz Dimensions 223 x 40 x 32 mm Weight 95 g Downloads Manual

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This ultrasonic distance sensor (ME007-ULA V1) offers high performance with a robust, waterproof probe. Operating on the principle of ultrasonic echo ranging, the sensor determines the distance to a target by measuring the time elapsed between sending a pulse and receiving the echo. Its non-contact design allows it to detect a wide range of materials, including transparent or non-ferrous objects, metals, non-metals, liquids, solids, and powders. Specifications Detecting Distance 27~800 cm Output Interface RS232, Voltage Analog Operating Voltage 5-12 V Average Current <10 mA Operating Temperature −15~60°C Dimensions 60 x 43 x 31 mm

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The Milk-V Duo 256M is an ultra-compact embedded development platform based on the SG2002 chip. It can run Linux and RTOS, providing a reliable, low-cost, and high-performance platform for professionals, industrial ODMs, AIoT enthusiasts, DIY hobbyists, and creators. This board is an upgraded version of Duo with a memory boost to 256M, catering to applications demanding larger memory capacities. The SG2002 elevates computational power to 1.0 TOPS @ INT8. It enables seamless switching between RISC-V/ARM architectures and supports simultaneous operation of dual systems. Additionally, it includes an array of rich GPIO interfaces such as SPI, UART, suitable for a wide range of hardware development in edge intelligent monitoring, including IP cameras, smart peephole locks, visual doorbells, and more. SG2002 is a high-performance, low-power chip designed for various product fields such as edge intelligent surveillance IP cameras, smart door locks, visual doorbells, and home intelligence. It integrates H.264 video compression and decoding, H.265 video compression encoding, and ISP capabilities. It supports multiple image enhancement and correction algorithms such as HDR wide dynamic range, 3D noise reduction, defogging, and lens distortion correction, providing customers with professional-grade video image quality. The chip also incorporates a self-developed TPU, delivering 1.0 TOPS of computing power under 8-bit integer operations. The specially designed TPU scheduling engine efficiently provides high-bandwidth data flow for all tensor processing unit cores. Additionally, it offers users a powerful deep learning model compiler and software SDK development kit. Leading deep learning frameworks like Caffe and Tensorflow can be easily ported to its platform. Furthermore, it includes security boot, secure updates, and encryption, providing a series of security solutions from development, mass production, to product applications. The chip integrates an 8-bit MCU subsystem, replacing the typical external MCU to achieve cost-saving and power efficiency goals. Specifications SoC SG2002 RISC-V CPU C906 @ 1 Ghz + C906 @ 700 MHz Arm CPU 1x Cortex-A53 @ 1 GHz MCU 8051 @ 6 KB SRAM Memory 256 MB SIP DRAM TPU 1.0 TOPS @ INT8 Storage 1x microSD connector or 1x SD NAND on board USB 1x USB-C for power and data, USB Pads available CSI 1x 16P FPC connector (MIPI CSI 2-lane) Sensor Support 5 M @ 30 fps Ethernet 100 Mbps Ethernet with PHY Audio Via GPIO Pads GPIO Up to 26x GPIO Pads Power 5 V/1 A OS Support Linux, RTOS Dimensions 21 x 51 mm Downloads Documentation GitHub

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The Whadda E12 is a high-quality carbon film resistor set comprising 610 pieces, with 10 pieces for each of the 61 standard E12 series values ranging from 10 Ω to 1 MΩ. Each resistor has a power rating of 0.25 W, a tolerance of 5%, and can operate within a temperature range of -55°C to 155°C. The maximum operating voltage is 250 V. These resistors are suitable for applications in TVs, audio and video equipment, telephone receivers, communication systems, instrumentation, and home appliances.

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Designed with cutting-edge technology, this shield brings the power of Ultra High Frequency (UHF) RFID to your fingertips. With the Ardi UHF Shield, you can effortlessly read up to an impressive 50 tags per second, allowing for fast and efficient data collection. The shield features an onboard UHF antenna, ensuring reliable and accurate tag detection even in challenging environments. Equipped with a high-performance 0.91" OLED display, the Ardi UHF Shield provides clear and concise visual feedback, making it easy to monitor and interact with the RFID readings. Whether you're tracking inventory, managing access control, or implementing a smart attendance system, this shield has you covered. With a remarkable 1-meter reading distance, the Ardi UHF Shield offers an extended range for capturing RFID data. Say goodbye to the limitations of proximity-based RFID systems and embrace the flexibility and convenience of a wider reading range. The shield provides read-write capabilities, allowing you to not only retrieve information from RFID tags but also update or modify data as needed. This versatility opens up a world of possibilities for advanced applications and custom solutions. Features Onboard High-performance UHF RFID reader module 24 hours x 365 days’ work normally 0.91” OLED display for visual interaction with shield Multi-tone Buzzer onboard for Audio alerts Shield compatible with both 3.3 V and 5 V MCU Mounts directly onto ArdiPi, Ardi32 or other Arduino compatible boards Specifications OLED resolution 128x32 pixels I²C Interface for OLED UHF Frequency Range (EU/UK): 865.1-867.9 MHz UHF Module Type: Read/Write Protocols Supported: EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-6C Reading Distance: 1 meters Can identify over 50 tags simultaneously Communication interface: TTL UART Interface for UHF Communication baud rate: 115200 bps (default and recommend) – 38400 bps Operation current: 180 mA @ 3.5 V (26 dBm Output, 25°C), 110 mA @ 3.5 V (18 dBm Output, 25°C) Working humidity <95% (+25°C) Heat-dissipating method Air cooling(no need out install cooling fin） Tags storage capacity: 200 pcs tags @ 96 bit EPC Output power: 18-26 dBm Output power accuracy: +/-1 dB Tags RSSI support

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With this comprehensive complete set, you can now enter the fascinating world of electronics. In addition to an Oxocard Connect and a breadboard cartridge, it contains 96 electronic components with which you can build a variety of electronic circuits. Features Free and unlimited access to the nanopy.io editor with a variety of scripts that you can transfer to your Oxocard Connect at the touch of a button. Electronics course with 15 experiments that show you step by step how to switch LEDs, connect a servo, generate acoustic signals with a piezo and much more. Oxocard Connect High quality microcontroller device with TFT screen, glass cover, joystick, USB-C, as well as revolutionary 16-pin cartridge slot. The Oxocard Connect represents the next generation of small experimental computers. The universal cartridge slot allows ready-made or self-developed boards to be brought to life instantly by simply plugging them in. Each card comes with drivers and demo programs installed and automatically loaded and started when plugged in. Breadboard Cartridge With the Breadboard you can quickly plug in your own circuits. A plug-in board with 17 rows is available for this purpose. Connections: two analog inputs, five digital ports, I²C, SPI, GND/V3.3. access to the 5 V power source of the port. Red LEDs are attached to the digital pins. 5 V can also be injected to power the Oxocard Connect without USB. Included 1x Oxocard Connect 1x Breadboard Cartridge Electronic components 1x PIR-Sensor (Motion detector) 1x Thermistor 10 kΩ (Temperature sensor) 1x Photoresistor 10 kΩ (Light sensor) 1x Potentiometer 1x Mikroservo SG92R 1x Piezo (Acoustic signals) 3x LED (green, yellow, red) 2x Buttons 9x Resistances 75x Cables (angled) – various colors and lengths

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The Portenta C33 is a powerful System-on-Module designed for low-cost Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Based on the R7FA6M5BH2CBG microcontroller from Renesas, this board shares the same form factor as the Portenta H7 and it is backward compatible with it, making it fully compatible with all Portenta family shields and carriers through its high-density connectors. As a low-cost device, the Portenta C33 is an excellent choice for developers looking to create IoT devices and applications on a budget. Whether you're building a smart home device or a connected industrial sensor, the Portenta C33 provides the processing power and connectivity options you need to get the job done. Quickly deploying AI-powered projects becomes quick and easy with Portenta C33, by leveraging a vast array of ready-to-use software libraries and Arduino sketches available, as well as widgets that display data in real time on Arduino IoT Cloud-based dashboards. Features Ideal for low-cost IoT applications with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth LE connectivity Supports MicroPython and other high-level programming languages Offers industrial-grade security at the hardware level and secure OTA firmware updates Leverages ready-to-use software libraries and Arduino sketches Perfect to monitor and display real-time data on Arduino IoT Cloud widget-based dashboards Compatible with Arduino Portenta and MKR families Features castellated pins for automatic assembly lines Cost Effective Performance Reliable, secure and with computational power worthy of its range, Portenta C33 was designed to provide big and small companies in every field with the opportunity to access IoT and benefit from higher efficiency levels and automation. Applications Portenta C33 brings more applications than ever within users’ reach, from enabling quick plug-and-play prototyping to providing a cost-effective solution for industrial-scale projects. Industrial IoT gateway Machine monitoring to track OEE/OPE Inline quality control and assurance Energy consumption monitoring Appliances control system Ready-to-use IoT prototyping solution Specifications Microcontroller Renesas R7FA6M5BH2CBG ARM Cortex-M33: ARM Cortex-M33 core up to 200 MHz 512 kB onboard SRAM 2 MB onboard Flash Arm TrustZone Secure Crypto Engine 9 External Memories 16 MB QSPI Flash USB-C USB-C High Speed Connectivity 100 MB Ethernet interface (PHY) Wi-Fi Bluetooth Low Energy Interfaces CAN SD Card ADC GPIO SPI I²S I²C JTAG/SWD Security NXP SE050C2 Secure Element Operating Temperatures -40 to +85°C (-40 to 185°F) Dimensions 66,04 x 25,40 mm Downloads Datasheet Schematics

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Unlock a world of interactive learning with the Science Kit R3's robust hardware and software. With the Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect, Arduino Science Carrier R3, and an impressive array of sensors at your disposal, you'll have everything you need to embark on an exhilarating educational journey. Meanwhile, the Science Journal app effortlessly bridges the gap between theory and practice, facilitating real-time data collection, recording, and interpretation. The kit elevates the learning experience by nurturing an enhanced understanding of complex physics concepts through engaging hands-on experimentation. It promotes scientific literacy and hones critical thinking skills by providing real-world application scenarios. With its intuitive content guide, both teachers and students can navigate through scientific explorations with ease. Features Hands-on experimental learning: perform physical experiments, transforming abstract physics concepts into tangible and interactive experiences. Real-time data collection & analysis: With the integration of the Science Journal app, the kit allows students to collect, record, and interpret real-time data with mobile devices, strengthening their data literacy and scientific inquiry skills. Teacher and student-friendly design: Equipped with a preloaded program, the kit requires no prior knowledge of coding or electronics. It also features Bluetooth connectivity for easy data transmission from the Arduino board to the students' mobile devices. Comprehensive sensor ecosystem: The kit comes with multiple sensors, providing a wide range of data collection possibilities and keeping it adaptable to evolving educational needs. Free guided courses – Explore Physics: Includes an intuitive courses guide that assists teachers and students in using the kit, presenting and analyzing data, and evaluating experimental outcomes. These courses also help students effectively communicate their scientific discoveries. Comprehensive teaching support: With its intuitive guide, the Arduino Science Kit R3 eases the instructional process for teachers. It not only instructs on kit usage, but also assists in data presentation, analysis, and evaluation, ensuring students communicate their scientific discoveries effectively. Specifications Hardware Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect Arduino Science Carrier R3 Embedded sensors: Air quality, temperature, humidity & pressure IMU: 6-axis linear accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer Proximity, ambient light, light color Voltage or electric potential difference Electrical current Electrical resistance Function generators to see and hear the effect of frequency, amplitude, and phase on a sound wave Ambient sound intensity sensor Ports 2x Grove analog inputs (for external temperature-probe sensor) 2x Grove I²C ports (for external distance & ping-echo sensor) 1x Battery JST connector 2x Output ports connected to lower power signal from function generators (future generation) 1x 3.3 V output port and Ground 2x speaker ports connected to function generators Other 50 cm double-ended cable (blue): crocodile clips one end, banana plug the other 20 cm double-ended cable (black): crocodile clips one end, banana plug the other 20 cm double-ended cable (red): crocodile clips one end, banana plug the other VELCRO strips Silicon stands External temperature probe sensor Ultrasonic distance sensor Grove cable 4-pin housing with lock x2 (L=200 mm) USB-C Cable 50 cm double-ended cable (yellow): crocodile clips one end, banana plug the other 2x Speakers Cable for battery holder with JST connector Battery holder for four 1V5 AA batteries

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The Punk Console circuit is an advanced tutorial to get you familiar with the V-One Drill attachment. Learn how to create a double sided board and turn the knobs to create music! The kit contains: 2x Green LEDs 8x 1k Resistors 3x 0.01uF Capacitor 2x 500K Trimpots 1x 556 Timer 1x Piezo Buzzer 1x 9 V Battery 1x 9 V Battery Connector Rivets and a V-One Drill are required.

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The MLX90640 SparkFun IR Array Breakout features a 32×24 array of thermopile sensors generating, in essence, a low resolution thermal imaging camera. With this breakout you can observe surface temperatures from a decent distance away with an accuracy of ±1.5°C (best case). This board communicates via I²C using the Qwiic system developed by Sparkfun, which makes it easier to operate the breakout. However, there are still 0.1'-spaced pins in case you favour using a breadboard. The SparkFun Qwiic connect system is an ecosystem of I²C sensors, actuators, shields and cables that make prototyping faster and helps you avoid errors. All Qwiic-enabled boards use a common 1 mm pitch, 4-pin JST connector. This reduces the amount of required PCB space, and polarized connections help you connect everything correctly. This specific IR Array Breakout provides a 110°×75° field of view with a temperature measurement range of -40~300°C. The MLX90640 IR Array has pull up resistors attached to the I²C bus; both can be removed by cutting the traces on the corresponding jumpers on the back of the board. Please be aware that the MLX90640 requires complex calculations by the host platform so a regular Arduino Uno (or equivalent) doesn't have enough RAM or flash to complete the complex computations required to turn the raw pixel data into temperature data. You will need a microcontroller with 20,000 bytes or more of RAM.

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