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BarePaint - Conductive Paint (50ml)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:33:38 GMT

Bare Paint is just like any other water-based paint... except that it's electrically conductive! This means that you can actually paint wires onto things like models, furniture, walls, almost anything you can think of. Standard acrylic or water-based paints can even be used alongside Bare Paint to act as insulation or to create multi-layer circuitry!

You can apply Bare Paint like any other water-based paint. You can use a brush, a roller, printmaking equipment, some intrepid users have even tried to spray the material through an airbrush! It's important to note that as Bare Paint dries the conductivity increases (and will continue to increase to a certain extent even after the Paint "feels" dry), so if your project requires calibration, let the Paint dry completely before testing it.

Note: Bare Paint is not meant for use on skin!

Note: Bare Paint is not waterproof, but depending on what your application is you can paint over it with a waterproof paint or varnish. On the bright side this does make for easy cleanup.

Features:

Water-based, nontoxic and dries at room temperature.
Bare Paint can be applied to a wide variety of materials, including (but certainly not limited to) paper, cardboard vellum, wood, metal, plaster, some rubbers, plastics and many textile.
Soap and warm water will take Bare Paint off of most surfaces.
Can last years if treated properly and kept dry.

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Concave Button - Green

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:27:16 GMT

This is a 35mm concave momentary push button similar to the ones you find on arcade games. Simple screw in design. Perfect for mashing. This button has a great tactile, 'clicky' feel.

Features:

Concave plunger design
Durable nylon material
Microswitch: max 3A @ 120 VAC
Microswitch reliability tested to 10,000,000 cycles
Includes 3 terminal microswitch
Net weight: 25g

Dimensions:

Bezel diameter: 32mm
Overall height: 65mm
Mounting hole: 1 1/8th inch paddle bit (1.125" / 28mm)

Concave Button - White

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:27:09 GMT

This is a 35mm concave momentary push button similar to the ones you find on arcade games. Simple screw in design. Perfect for mashing. This button has a great tactile, 'clicky' feel.

Features:

Concave plunger design
Durable nylon material
Microswitch: max 3A @ 120 VAC
Microswitch reliability tested to 10,000,000 cycles
Includes 3 terminal microswitch
Net weight: 25g

Dimensions:

Bezel diameter: 32mm
Overall height: 65mm
Mounting hole: 1 1/8th inch paddle bit (1.125" / 28mm)

Concave Button - Black

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:27:02 GMT

This is a 35mm concave momentary push button similar to the ones you find on arcade games. Simple screw in design. Perfect for mashing. This button has a great tactile, 'clicky' feel.

Features:

Concave plunger design
Durable nylon material
Microswitch: max 3A @ 120 VAC
Microswitch reliability tested to 10,000,000 cycles
Includes 3 terminal microswitch
Net weight: 25g

Dimensions:

Bezel diameter: 32mm
Overall height: 65mm
Mounting hole: 1 1/8th inch paddle bit (1.125" / 28mm)

Concave Button - Yellow

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:26:55 GMT

This is a 35mm concave momentary push button similar to the ones you find on arcade games. Simple screw in design. Perfect for mashing. This button has a great tactile, 'clicky' feel.

Features:

Concave plunger design
Durable nylon material
Microswitch: max 3A @ 120 VAC
Microswitch reliability tested to 10,000,000 cycles
Includes 3 terminal microswitch
Net weight: 25g

Dimensions:

Bezel diameter: 32mm
Overall height: 65mm
Mounting hole: 1 1/8th inch paddle bit (1.125" / 28mm)

Concave Button - Blue

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:26:48 GMT

This is a 35mm concave momentary push button similar to the ones you find on arcade games. Simple screw in design. Perfect for mashing. This button has a great tactile, 'clicky' feel.

Features:

Concave plunger design
Durable nylon material
Microswitch: max 3A @ 120 VAC
Microswitch reliability tested to 10,000,000 cycles
Includes 3 terminal microswitch
Net weight: 25g

Dimensions:

Bezel diameter: 32mm
Overall height: 65mm
Mounting hole: 1 1/8th inch paddle bit (1.125" / 28mm)

Concave Button - Red

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 12:26:40 GMT

This is a 35mm concave momentary push button similar to the ones you find on arcade games. Simple screw in design. Perfect for mashing. This button has a great tactile, 'clicky' feel.

Features:

Concave plunger design
Durable nylon material
Microswitch: max 3A @ 120 VAC
Microswitch reliability tested to 10,000,000 cycles
Includes 3 terminal microswitch
Net weight: 25g

Dimensions:

Bezel diameter: 32mm
Overall height: 65mm
Mounting hole: 1 1/8th inch paddle bit (1.125" / 28mm)

Pro Micro - 5V/16MHz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:14:02 GMT

This is a new Arduino-compatible microcontroller from SFE. The Pro Micro is similar to the Pro Mini except with an ATmega32U4 on board. The USB transceiver inside the 32U4 allows us to add USB connectivity on-board and do away with bulky external USB interface.

This tiny little board does all of the neat-o Arduino tricks that you're familiar with: 4 channels of 10-bit ADC, 5 PWM pins, 12 DIOs as well as hardware serial connections Rx and Tx. Running at 16MHz and 5V, this board will remind you a lot of your other favorite Arduino-compatible boards but this little guy can go just about anywhere.

Note: There are two minor errors on this board which shouldn't effect your overall project to any great degree but are helpful to know about. Digital Pin 14 is mis-labeled as Pin 17 on the silkscreen. Also, the Tx and Rx LEDs are pulled to ground instead of VCC.

Note: This board uses what's known as the "diskloader" bootloader, this is presumably the same bootloader used by the Arduino Leonardo. This bootloader is still in its infancy so expect some glitchiness here and there. Also, because it works over HID you will need to install some drivers so that your computer will recognize it. A "readme" file in the driver pack below explains how to do this.

Features:

ATMega 32U4 running at 5V/16MHz
Supported under Arduino IDE v1.0 (un-comment "leonardo" lines in boards.txt)
On-Board micro-USB connector for programming
4 x 10-bit ADC pins
12 x Digital I/Os (5 are PWM capable)
Rx and Tx Hardware Serial Connections
Smallest Arduino-Compatible Board Yet!

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Antex 0.5mm conical replacement bit - 1105

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:53:42 GMT

This is an Antex 0.5mm conical replacement bit - 1105. These bits are manufactured from high-grade copper, plated first with iron and then chrome to give a long working life.

Suitable for use with ANTEX CS, TCS, TC50, SD50, XSTC, A245, A545, A718 soldering irons.

Antex 2.3mm chisel replacement bit - 1100

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:53:36 GMT

Antex 2.3mm chisel replacement bit - 1100. These bits are manufactured from high-grade copper, plated first with iron and then chrome to give a long working life.

Suitable for use with ANTEX CS, TCS, TC50, SD50, XSTC, A245, A545, A718 soldering irons.

Antex CS18 Soldering Iron - 230V 18W

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:21:34 GMT

This is a basic 18W 230V soldering iron from Antex. Perfect for small electronics soldering - it's light, compact and well balanced. It comes fitted with a 2.3mm chisel tip, a basic metal stand and a 1.5m PVC mains cable (UK plug).

We also have replacement bits.

Antex CS18 Iron (S482470):

18 Watt, 230 Volt
Fitted bit - no.1100 (2.3mm chisel tip)
390�C Temperature Range
Cable Length - 1.5m
Cable Type - PVC
Plug type: UK 3 pin
Leak Current (uA) - 1.5
Length Tip/Handle (mm) - 182

MP3 Player Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:43:38 GMT

This new revision of the MP3 player shield retains the awesome MP3 decoding abilities of the last version but adds the storage functionality of the SD card shield. Now you can pull MP3 files from an SD card and play them using only one shield, effectively turning any Arduino into a fully functional stand-alone MP3 player! The MP3 Shield still utilizes the VS1053B MP3 audio decoder IC to decode audio files. The VS1053 is also capable of decoding Ogg Vorbis/MP3/AAC/WMA/MIDI audio and encoding IMA ADPCM and user-loadable Ogg Vorbis.

The VS1053 receives its input bitstream through a serial input bus (SPI). After the stream has been decoded by the IC, the audio is sent out to both a 3.5mm stereo headphone jack, as well as a 2-pin 0.1" pitch header.

This shield comes populated with all components as shown in the images and schematic; but it does not come with headers installed. We recommend the 6 and 8-pin stackable headers.

Note: Please refer to the Line Out document below for important information regarding connecting this shield directly to an amplifier.

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Hook-up Wire - Red

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:57:17 GMT

Standard 22 AWG solid Red hook up wire. Use this with your bread board or any project in which you need sturdy wire. Comes in small spools of 25'.

LiPo Charger Basic - Mini-USB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:49:27 GMT

If you need to charge LiPo batteries, this simple charger will do just that. It is designed to charge single-cell Li-Ion or Li-Polymer batteries. Check the datasheet below to see if it will work with your battery.

The board incorporates a charging circuit, status LED, connector for your battery (JST-type used in the batteries we carry), and a mini-USB connector.

Note: This version uses a mini-USB cable. We also have this charger with a micro-USB connection as well.

Dimensions: 29.4x10.8mm

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Xbee Pro 50mW Module with Whip Antenna (Series ZB)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:05:12 GMT

This is the XBee XBP24-BZ7WIT-004 module from Digi. The new Series 2B improves upon the power output and data protocol of the Pro Series2. Series 2B modules allow you to create complex mesh networks based on the XBee ZB ZigBee mesh firmware. These modules allow a very reliable and simple communication between microcontrollers, computers, systems, really anything with a serial port! Point to point and multi-point networks are supported.

Series 2B modules use a different hardware configuration from the earlier models and while they will communicate with Series 2 XBee modules, they are not compatible with the outdated Series 2.5 Modules.

Note: If you are looking for a simple point-to-point configuration, you might want to try the Series 1 instead. The Series 2 requires considerable setup and configuration. We highly recommend Building Wireless Sensor Networks as a guide for setting up mesh networks.

Note: Series 1 and Series 2B XBee modules have the same pin-out. However, Series 1 modules cannot communicate with Series 2B modules.

Features:

3.3V @ 295mA
250kbps Max data rate
50mW output (+17dBm)
1 mile (1600m) range
Wire Antenna
Fully FCC certified
6 10-bit ADC input pins
8 digital IO pins
128-bit encryption
Local or over-air configuration
AT or API command set

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XBee Pro 50mW Module with RPSMA (Series ZB)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:05:10 GMT

This is the XBee XBP24BZ7SIT-004 module from Digi. The new Series 2B improves upon the power output and data protocol of the Pro Series2. Series 2B modules allow you to create complex mesh networks based on the XBee ZB ZigBee mesh firmware. These modules allow a very reliable and simple communication between microcontrollers, computers, systems, really anything with a serial port! Point to point and multi-point networks are supported.

Note: Series 1 and Series 2B XBee modules have the same pin-out. However, Series 1 modules cannot communicate with Series 2B modules.

Features:

3.3V @ 295mA
250kbps Max data rate
50mW output (+17dBm)
1 mile (1600m) range
RPSMA connector
Fully FCC certified
6 10-bit ADC input pins
8 digital IO pins
128-bit encryption
Local or over-air configuration
AT or API command set

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EasyVR Shield - Voice Recognition Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:48:30 GMT

Do you make time to talk to your Arduino? Maybe you should! The EasyVR Shield is a voice recognition shield for Arduino boards integrating an EasyVR module. It includes all of the features of the EasyVR module in a shield form factor that simplifies connection to the Arduino main board and PC.

EasyVR is a multi-purpose speech recognition module designed to add versatile, robust and cost effective speech and voice recognition capabilities to virtually any application. EasyVR is the second generation version of the successful VRbot module and builds on the features and functionality of its predecessor. In addition to the EasyVR features like 32 user-defined Speaker Dependent (SD) triggers and a host of built-in speaker independent (SI) commands, the shield has additional connectors for the microphone input, an 8 ohm speaker output, audio line-out/headphone jack, and access to the I/O pins of the EasyVR module. A programmable LED is also included to show feedback during recognition tasks.

A simple and robust serial protocol (9600 8-N-1 default) can be used to access these functions from the Arduino board. Check out the video below of the EasyVR Shield being used to control a servo.

Features:

A host of built-in speaker independent (SI) commands (available in US English, Italian, Japanese, German, Spanish and French) for ready to run basic controls.
Supports up to 32 user-defined Speaker Dependent (SD) triggers or commands (any language) as well as Voice Passwords.
Easy-to-use and simple Graphical User Interface to program Voice Commands to your robot.
Module can be used with any host with an UART interface (powered at 3.3V - 5V) .
Simple and robust serial protocol to access and program the module through the host board.
Make your own sound tables using Sensory QuickSynthesis4 tool
The new EasyVR GUI includes a command to process and download custom sound tables to the module (overwriting existing sound table)
Connector for microphone input
8 ohm speaker output
Headphone jack
Access to EasyVR I/O pins
Programmable LED to show feedback during recognition tasks
Arduino Libraries provided

Documents:

User Manual
EasyVR GUI
EasyVR Shield Homepage (most up-to-date downloads)
EasyVR Protocol Header
Arduino Library
Arduino Example

EL Panel - Red (10x10cm)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:36:40 GMT

Description: Who doesn't love the soft glow of electroluminescence? This EL panel is a flexible plastic sheet which contains a phosphor layer and lights up with a neon-like glow when the proper voltage is applied. It's a lot like the ever-popular EL wire except, well, it's a panel. Panels are particularly well suited for backlighting LCDs as well as illuminated signage.

These can be driven with the EL inverter and sequencer that we carry and come in a variety of bright colours. This particular panel is 10cm square and illuminates red. It is attached to a 20cm cable which is terminated with a JST PH connector.

Note: These panels can be cut to any shape! Regular scissors work fine to cut this EL panel but after you've cut the panel you should seal the exposed edges with some tape or epoxy to avoid shorting the panel or shocking yourself.

Dimensions: 10 x 10 cm

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EL Panel - White (10x10cm)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:36:33 GMT

These can be driven with the EL inverter and sequencer that we carry and come in a variety of bright colours. This particular panel is 10cm square and illuminates white. It is attached to a 20cm cable which is terminated with a JST PH connector.

Dimensions: 10 x 10 cm

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EL Panel - Blue (10x10cm)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:36:24 GMT

These can be driven with the EL inverter and sequencer that we carry and come in a variety of bright colours. This particular panel is 10cm square and illuminates blue. It is attached to a 20cm cable which is terminated with a JST PH connector.

Dimensions: 10 x 10 cm

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EL Wire - White 3m

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:39:24 GMT

EL wire, or electroluminescent wire, is a flexible wire coated in phosphor. Apply the appropriate voltage and it lights up! It looks a lot like a thin flexible neon tube. They come in many bright colors and can be driven pretty easily with an inverter.

This particular wire glows white and is 3m (almost 10 feet) in length, 2.3mm in diameter and is terminated with a JST PH connector. This connector works directly with the El Escudo driver board. Or, you can wire them directly into the output of an inverter.

EL Wire - Blue 3m

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:39:15 GMT

This particular wire glows blue and is 3m (almost 10 feet) in length, 2.3mm in diameter and is terminated with a JST PH connector. This connector works directly with the El Escudo driver board. Or, you can wire them directly into the output of an inverter.

EL Wire - Green 3m

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:39:07 GMT

This particular wire glows green and is 3m (almost 10 feet) in length, 2.3mm in diameter and is terminated with a JST PH connector. This connector works directly with the El Escudo driver board. Or, you can wire them directly into the output of an inverter.

EL Wire - Red 3m

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:38:57 GMT

This particular wire glows red and is 3m (almost 10 feet) in length, 2.3mm in diameter and is terminated with a JST PH connector. This connector works directly with the El Escudo driver board. Or, you can wire them directly into the output of an inverter.

EL Inverter - 12v

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:21:50 GMT

EL inverters allow you to drive EL (electroluminescent) wires. This particular EL inverter accepts a 12 VDC wall adapter. The output is terminated with a JST PH connector, so it plugs directly into the input on the EL Escudo or EL Sequencer board. You can drive EL wires with them directly, but you may need to re-terminate them. There is also a small switch on the side which allows you to switch between 'on', 'off', and 'blink' settings.

Note: These should be good to drive 10-15m worth of EL wire.

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Datasheet

EL Escudo

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:13:28 GMT

The EL Escudo is an Arduino shield that drives EL wire. Electroluminescent wire is this really neat, flexible cord that emits a florescent light. Some times referred to as 'cool neon' because the cord does not heat up. The kicker is that EL wire runs on high voltage AC - about 125V at 425Hz. While EL wire requires very little power, you can't use normal transistors to turn on/off a string of it. So the EL Escudo was created - it uses TRIACs to control up to 8 channels.

We also recommend using the Arduino Stackable Headers to provide enough clearance for the USB and Barrel Jack Connectors.

What do I use this for? Checkout the demo video. You can have a lot of fun with EL! The demo video shows 8 strands of about 12" lengths of EL. The length of wire is arbitrary - you can have 100ft wires, it doesn't matter! Your inverter must be matched with the length of EL wire but it's not exact. I'm pretty sure we've got a 5-15ft rated inverter driving 12" segments. The inverter may not like it, but it works. Check below for our inverters.

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LPC11U14 LPCXpresso board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:52:28 GMT

The LPC11U14 LPCXpresso board with NXP's ARM Cortex-M0 microcontroller has been designed to make it as easy as possible to get started with Cortex-M0. The LPCXpresso comprises a target board combined with a JTAG debugger. A free Eclipse-based IDE from Code Red is also included. The LPC11U14 has 6 kB SRAM, 32 kB Flash, USB 2.0 Full-Speed Device, SSP, I2C, UART, ADC, etc. Embedded Artists also provides a Prototype board and a Base board that makes it possible to make experiments and prototyping with many peripherals.

Processor - NXP's Cortex-M0 LPC11U14 microcontroller in LQFP48 package
Flash - 32 kB
Data Memory - 6 kB
Clock Crystals - 12.000 MHz crystal for CPU
Dimensions - 35 x 140 mm
Power - 3.15V-3.3V external powering, or from USB via JTAG probe (LPC-LINK)
Connectors
- mini-B USB connector for LPC11U14 USB interface
- All LPC11U14 pins available on expansion connector (2x27 pin rows, 100 mil pitch, 900 mil between rows)
Other
- Embedded JTAG (LPC-LINK) functionality via LPCXpresso toolchain
- LPC-LINK can be connected to external target processor after modifications to the LPCXpresso board
- LED on PIO0_7

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Forum and Support:

Visit NXP's LPCXpresso Website
LPCXpresso Forum
LPCXpresso Support (lots of code example)

Cortex-M0 Information:

Seeeduino v3.0 (Atmega 328P) - Arduino Compatible Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:22:56 GMT

The Seeeduino is an Arduino compatible board. Based on the Uno Schematic this board is 100% compatible to its existing program, shields and IDEs. On the hardware side, changes have been made to improve the flexibility and user experience.

Features:

Inherits all of Arduino Duemilanuve's features.
Compatible to Duemilanuve's pin layout, screw hole and dimensions.
Evolved with SMD components
Improved on extensibility and convenience

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Cable for ShiftBrites - 6x1 F-F 12 inch

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:46:08 GMT

These 12 inch (30 cm), six-conductor cables can be used to chain together the ShiftBrite modules. The cable wires are coloured to match the ShiftBrite pin-out, with black for ground and red for power. The cable is composed of stranded 26 AWG wires and has female 0.1" 6�1 connectors on both ends.

Humidity and Temperature Sensor - SHT15 Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:02:09 GMT

This is a simple breakout board for the SHT15 humidity sensor from Sensirion. The SHT15 digital humidity and temperature sensor is fully calibrated and offers high precision and excellent long-term stability at low cost. The digital CMOSens Technology integrates two sensors and readout circuitry on one single chip.

These sensors are really impressive! Very sensitive and straight forward to use. Board comes assembled and tested with the SHT15.

Features:

2 factory calibrated sensors for relative humidity & temperature
Digital 2-wire interface
Precise dewpoint calculation possible
Measurement range: 0-100% RH
Absolute RH accuracy: +/- 2% RH (10...90% RH)
Repeatability RH: +/- 0.1% RH
Temp. accuracy: +/- 0.3°C @ 25°C
Fast response time < 4 sec.
Low power consumption (typ. 30 µW)
Low cost
High precision sensor at low cost
Leading CMOSens Technology for superior long-term stability

Applications:

Precise data logging
Transmitters
Automation & process control
Building control and HVAC
Test & Measurement
Medical

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Seeeduino ADK Main Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:42:49 GMT

The Seeeduino ADK Main Board is based on Android Open Accessory Development Kit(ADK). Compared to the Google's ADK Reference design, Seeeduino ADK has many added features like support of both 5V and 3.3V I/O (logic with a switch), smaller form-factor, better placement of reset button, pads for more pin-headers and sparkling RED PCB with Golden finish. Using ADK Main Board build your own Mobile accessories. Open Source Android development platform and Seeeduino ADK Main Board is an ideal solution for mobile based Home Automation.

Seeeduino ADK Main Board supports Android devices v1.5 using MicroBridge and v2.3.4 and above with Google Open Accessories API (ADK).

Seeeduino ADK Main Board works like Arduino Mega 2560 with inbuilt USB Host Shield. Hence, this Main Board can be connected to any USB devices. Users have to write their own drivers for using this feature.

What is Android Open Accessory Development Kit?

The Android 3.1 platform (also backported to Android 2.3.4) introduces Android Open Accessory support, which allows external USB hardware (an Android USB accessory) to interact with an Android-powered device in a special "accessory" mode. When an Android-powered powered device is in accessory mode, the connected accessory acts as the USB host (powers the bus and enumerates devices) and the Android-powered device acts as the device.

Android USB accessories are specifically designed to attach to Android-powered devices and adhere to a simple protocol (Android accessory protocol) that allows them to detect Android-powered devices that support accessory mode. Accessories must also provide 500mA at 5V for charging power. Many previously released Android-powered devices are only capable of acting as a USB device and cannot initiate connections with external USB devices. Android Open Accessory support overcomes this limitation and allows you to build accessories that can interact with an assortment of Android-powered devices by allowing the accessory to initiate the connection.

Features:

Android Open Accessories development Kit (ADK) compatible:

Supports Android v2.3.4 and above devices.

Works with Android Debug Bridge (ADB) using MicroBridge :

Supports Android v1.5 and above devices.

Arduino Mega 2560 compatible (256K Flash MCU)

Simply works like an Arduino Mega with an integrated USB Shield

56 Digital IOs
16 Analog inputs
14 PWM outputs
4 Hardware serial ports (UART)
1 Hardware TWI (I2C)
1 Hardware SPI (up to 8Mbps)
On board USB host(MAX3421), and breakout for all I/Os pins.
On board USB slave(FT232RL), and IOs breakout
Build-in 5V-1A switched power regulator (input range 6V - 18V)
Build-in 3.3V-500mA LDO power regulator.
Red PCB, ROHS compatible and Golden finish.
5v/3v3 IO Level selectable (Atmega2560 running on 16MHz@3.3v is a bit over-clock, but according to the test result, works fine).

Application Ideas:

Develop accessories for Android (v2.3.4 and above) devices using ADK.
For Android devices not supporting ADK, use MicroBridge to develop accessories.
Make Android devices interact with the physical world.
As an Arduino compatible platform with 256K Flash.
On board USB host makes it easy to interact with USB devices like pen drivers, keyboard, mouse, Bluetooth dongles.

Visit the Seeed Studios wiki page for more info about this product.

RF Link Receiver - 4800bps (434MHz)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:05:13 GMT

These wireless receivers work with our 434MHz transmitters. They can easily fit into a breadboard and work well with microcontrollers to create a very simple wireless data link. Since these are only receivers, they will only work communicating data one-way, you would need two pairs (of different frequencies) to act as a transmitter/receiver pair.

Note: These modules are indiscriminate and will receive a fair amount of noise. Both the transmitter and receiver work at common frequencies and don't have IDs. Therefore, a method of filtering this noise and pairing transmitter and receiver will be necessary. The example code below shows such an example for basic operation. Please refer to the example code and links below for ways to accomplish a robust wireless data link.

Features:

434 MHz
500ft range (given perfect conditions)
4800bps data rate
5V supply voltage

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Color LCD - SMD Connector

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:49:33 GMT

This is the itty-bitty connector for the Nokia color LCD. 10-Pins. Surface mount. Hard to find. 0.5mm pitch so be careful.

Can it be soldered by hand? Yes! Others have managed to solder wire wrap wire to the individual legs for testing - but its not easy. It can soldered well with a good PCB layout and easily with a stencil and hotplate.

This connector is a copy of the Hirose DF23 Series. You can use the Hirose spec sheet to lay out your PCB footprint.

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JST Cable 3 Pin Female

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:30:51 GMT

This 12-inch (30-cm) cable has 26 AWG wires and a 3-pin female JST PH-style connector that mates with the connector on 3-pin Sharp analog distance sensors. The other ends of the wire are terminated with female pins for 0.1" housing. The wire color scheme matches the Sharp distance sensor pinout: red for power, black for ground, and white for signal.

3D Printer Perfboard

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 14:46:30 GMT

This specially made perfboard is designed to be attached to the 3D Printer build platform. This can be used as an alternative to Platform Adhesive to prevent 3D prints from 'curling' off the plaform as the plastic cools.

Each board comes with 4 screws which are compatible with version 1.3 of the printer. Older versions can still use the board, but attachment to the build platform must be achieved using an alternative method e.g. bulldog clips.

4.3 inch 4DGL LCD-TFT Module - uLCD-43PT

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:26:34 GMT

The μLCD43(GFX) is an intelligent graphics display that harnesses the power to deliver a diverse range of features in a single, compact cost effective unit. Embedded at the heart of the design is the PICASO-GFX2 processor, which is driven by a highly optimised virtual core engine; EVE (Extensible Virtual Engine).

An extensive range of hardware and software peripherals have been integrated into the design, to give the user freedom to adapt the module to suit almost any application. Features include; a 4.3'' TFT 480x272 touch screen display, audio, micro-SD card connector, an expansion port along with a series of GPIO, I2C pins and serial comms. The μLCD43(GFX) serves as the perfect solution to be deployed at the forefront of any product design, requiring a brilliance of colour, animation or images on a 4.3�� widescreen display.

Features:

Low-cost 4.3" LCD-TFT display graphics user interface solution.
480 x 272 QVGA resolution, RGB 65K true to life colours, TFT screen.
Integrated 4-Wire Resistive Touch Panel
Easy 5 pin interface to any host device:
- VCC, TX, RX, GND, RESET.
Powered by the 4D-Labs PICASO-GFX2 processor (also available as separate OEM IC for volume users).
14KB of Flash memory for user code storage and 14KB of SRAM for user variables.
2 x Asynchronous hardware serial ports (COM0, COM1), TTL interface, with 300 baud to 256K baud.
1 x I2C interface (Master).
8 x 16 bit timers with 1 millisecond resolution.
16 x General Purpose I/O pins. Upper 8 bits can be used as an I/O Bus for fast 8-bit parallel data transfers.
On-board micro-SD memory card adaptor for multimedia storage and data logging purposes. HC memory card support is also available for cards larger than 4GB.
DOS compatible file access (FAT16 format) as well as low level access to card memory.
Dedicated PWM Audio pin supports FAT16 audio WAV files and complex sound generation.
On-board audio amplifier with a tiny 8Ω speaker for sound generation and WAV file playback.
Built in extensive 4DGL graphics and system library functions. For all available features and functions under the 4DGL programming language.
Display full colour images, animations, icons and video clips.
Supports all available Windows fonts and characters.
2 x 15 pin 0.1" Pitch SMT header for I/O expansion and future plug-in daughter boards.
4.0V to 5.5V range operation (single supply).
Module dimensions: 105.5 x 67.0 x 14.7mm (excluding mounting tabs).
Display Viewing Area: 95.0 x 53.9mm
4 x mounting tabs with 3mm holes for mechanical support.
RoHS Compliant.

Downloads:

Product Brief: A concise yet informative Brief of the μLCD43(GFX) can be found here:
- uLCD43(GFX)-Product-Brief-rev2.pdf

Quick Start Guide: The Quick Start Guide should be the first point of contact upon receiving a μLCD43(GFX). It is aimed at teaching the essentials in an informative, yet succinct manner:
- PICASO-GFX2-Modules-QSG-rev1.pdf

Data Sheets: The latest data sheets for the module are available here:
     - uLCD43-GFX-DS-rev3.pdf
     - PICASO-GFX2-DS-rev3.pdf
     - PICASO-GFX2-4DGL-Internal-Functions-rev3.pdf
     - 4DGL-Programmers-Reference-Manual-rev3.pdf

PmmC File: The PmmC file contains the low level micro-code information (analogy of that of a soft silicon) which define the characteristics and functionality of the PICASO-GFX2 processor. The chip-resident 4DGL functions are part of the PmmC configuration file and future proofing and enhancements are available via PmmC updates. The PmmC file is programmed into the μLCD43(GFX) module via the COM0 serial port.
     - uLCD-43PTGFX-R27.pmmc (Non-Touch & Resistive Touch)
     - uLCD-43PCTGFX-R27.pmmc (Capacitive Touch)
     - PICASO-GFX2-ReleaseNotes-R27

PmmC-Loader Software Tool: Windows based software tool to program the PmmC file into the PICASO-GFX2 processor.
- PmmC-Loader Tool link

4D-Workshop3 IDE Tool: This is a free software tool for Windows. The 4D-Workshop3 IDE provides an integrated software development environment for PICASO-GFX2 processor and associated display modules. The IDE combines the Editor, Compiler, Linker and DownLoader to develop complete 4DGL application code. All user application code is developed within the Workshop3 IDE.
- 4D-Workshop3-IDE-Tool

FONT Software Tool: This is a free software tool that can assist in the conversion of any Windows fonts into the bitmap format that can be used by the PICASO-GFX2. The converted font set can then be imported into the user 4DGL application code.
- FONT Tool link

RMPET Software Tool: Removable Media Partition Edit Tool (RMPET) can split a large card into two partitions, the first partition for use as a FAT16 partition and the second partition for use as a RAW partition.
- RMPET Tool link

Graphics-Composer Software Tool: This is a free software tool for Windows. This software tool is an aid to composing a slide show of images/animations/movie-clips (multi-media objects) which can then be downloaded into the memory card that is supported by the PICASO-GFX2. The multimedia objects can then be called within the user application 4DGL program.
- Graphics Composer Software

Touch Calibration: Calibration is necessary when the coordinates of the area touched on the screen are not sufficiently close to the coordinates on the display. Without proper calibration, software may not respond correctly when pressed.This 4DGL prgram allows the user to recalibrate and overwrite the existing Touch preset values. The new calibration values apply until the PmmC file is reloaded. Just download the program and follow the instructions.
- TOUCHCAL.4dg

FEZ Hydra Mainboard

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:25:25 GMT

FEZ Hydra is a 100% open-source (hardware and software) .NET Gadgeteer compatible mainboard running .NET Micro Framework. It incorporates a 240Mhz AT91SAMRL ARM9 processor. With 16MB of SDRAM an 4MB of FLASH, FEZ Hydra is capable or running the most complex applications.

Key Features:

14 .NET Gadgeteer compatible sockets that include these types: X, Y, A, D, F, I, K, P, S, T, U, R, G, B and Z.
240Mhz ARM9 Processor (currently running at 200Mhz)
16MB SDRAM
4MB FLASH
Rich .NETMF open-source Software & Hardware

Complete Graphics support
TFT display interface (R/G/B sockets) with Touch screen
FAT16/FAT32
Full TCP/IP stack with SSL, HTTP, TCP, UDP, DHCP
USB Device
4-bit SD card with no limit on SD card size
Analog
PWM
I2C
SPI
UART

Dimensions: 3.42" x 2.44"

Power

Requires .NET Gadgeteer standard red power modules.

Active power consumption 130 mA

Idle power consumption TBD

Environmental:

Operating temperature: 0 to 70�C
RoHS compliant /Lead-free compliant

Documents:

Schematic

For more information about .NET Gadgeteer visit: http://www.netmf.com/gadgeteer/

Design sources and porting info are found at this page.

Wireless SD Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 14:26:12 GMT

The Wireless SD shield allows an Arduino board to communicate wirelessly using a wireless module. It is based on the Xbee modules from Digi, but can use any module with the same footprint. The module can communicate up to 100 feet indoors or 300 feet outdoors (with line-of-sight). It can be used as a serial/usb replacement or you can put it into a command mode and configure it for a variety of broadcast and mesh networking options. The shields breaks out each of the Xbee's pins to a through-hole solder pad.

Included on board is a SD card slot. When using the SD Library to access the card, Pin 4 is CS and cannot be used otherwise. SPI also relies on pins 11, 12, and 13 for communication.

Also on board is a switch allowing for control via USB or the microcontroller.

Schematic

EAGLE files: arduino_WirelessShield_SD_v3-reference-design.zip

Schematic: arduino_WirelessShield_SD_v3-schematic.pdf

Arduino Motor Shield Rev3

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 12:48:25 GMT

The Arduino Motor Shield is based on the L298 (datasheet), which is a dual full-bridge driver designed to drive inductive loads such as relays, solenoids, DC and stepping motors. It lets you drive two DC motors with your Arduino board, controlling the speed and direction of each one independently. You can also measure the current absorption of each motor, among other features.

Summary

Operating Voltage	5V to 12V
Motor controller	L298P, Drives 2 DC motors or 1 stepper motor
Max current	2A per channel or 4A max (with external power supply)
Current sensing	1.65V/A
Free running stop and brake function

Schematic & Reference Design

EAGLE files: arduino_MotorShield_Rev3-reference-design.zip

Schematic: arduino_MotorShield_Rev3-schematic.pdf

Power

The Arduino Motor Shield must be powered only by an external power supply. Because the L298 IC mounted on the shield has two separate power units, one for the logic and one for the motor supply driver.The current draw for the motor supply is often than the USB can give.

External (non-USB) power can come either from an AC-to-DC adapter (wall-wart) or battery. The adapter can be connected by plugging a 2.1mm center-positive plug into the Arduino's board power jack on which the motor shield is mounted or by connecting the wires that lead the power supply to the Vin and GND screw terminals, taking care to respect the polarities.

To avoid possible damage to the Arduino board on which the shield is mounted, we reccomend using an external power supply that provides a voltage between 7 and 12V. If your motor require more than 9V we recommend that you separate the power lines of the shield and the Arduino board on which the shield is mounted. This is possible by cutting the "Vin Connect" jumper placed on the back side of the shield. The absolute limit for the Vin at the screw terminals is 18V.

The power pins are as follows:

Vin on the screw terminal block, is the input voltage to the motor connected to the shield. An external power supply connected to this pin also provide power to the Arduino board on which is mounted. By cutting the "Vin Connect" jumper you make this a dedicated power line for the motor.
GND Ground on the screw terminal block.

The shield can supply 2 amperes per channel, for a total of 4 amperes maximum.

Input and Output

This shield have two separate channels, called A and B, that each use 4 of the Arduino pins to drive or sense the motor. In total there are 8 pins in use on this shield. You can use each channel separately to drive two DC motors or combine them to drive one unipolar stepper motor.

The shield's pins, divided by channel are shown in the table below:

Function	pins per Ch. A	pins per Ch. B
Direction	D12	D13
PWM	D3	D11
Brake	D9	D8
Current Sensing	A0	A1

If you don't need the Brake and in the Current Sensing and you also need more pins for your application you can disable this features by cutting the respective jumpers on the back side of the shield.

The additional sockets on the shield are described as follow:

Screw terminal to connect the motors and their power supply.
2 TinkerKit connectors for two Analog Inputs (in white), connected to A2 and A3.
2 TinkerKit connectors for two Aanlog Outputs (in orange in the middle), connected to PWM outputs on pins D5 and D6.
2 TinkerKit connectors for the TWI interface (in white with 4 pins), one for input and the other one for output.

Motors connections

Brushed DC motor. You can drive two Brushed DC motors by connecting the two wires of each one in the (+) and (-) screw terminals for each channel A and B. In this way you can control its direction by setting HIGH or LOW the DIR A and DIR B pins, you can control the speed by varying the PWM A and PWM B duty cycle values. There are also the Brake A and Brake B pins that if setted in HIGH state they brakes the DC motor faster than when you power off the motor. You can know the current going through the DC motor by reading the SNS0 and SNS1 pins. On each channel will be a voltage proportional to the measured current, which can be read as a normal analog input, through the functions analogRead() on the analog input A0 and A1. For your convenience it is calibrated to be 3.3V when the channel is delivering its maximum possible current, that is 2A.

Physical Characteristics

The maximum length and width of the Motor Shield PCB are 2.7 and 2.1 inches respectively. Four screw holes allow the board to be attached to a surface or case. Note that the distance between digital pins 7 and 8 is 160 mil (0.16"), not an even multiple of the 100 mil spacing of the other pins.

FEZ Music Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 11:39:03 GMT

The music shield incorporates VS1053 codec from VLSI http://www.vlsi.fi/en/products/vs1053.html. This codec is capable of decoding Ogg Vorbis, MP3, AAC, WMA, FLAC and MIDI. Also it can encode audio to PCM or Ogg Vorbis.

The unique shape of the shield brings the audio connectors to the front (in and out) and also leaves a cutout for a better fit when the shield is combined with FEZ Connect shield.

Few simple lines of code are plenty enough to play music from SD cards, USB memory stick or even stream audio over the network.

Works Perfectly with the FEZ Panda II, FEZ Domino and even works with Arduino and its derivatives.

mbed LPC11U24 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:47:39 GMT

This is the new mbed featuring the Cortex-M0 LPC11U24 chip. The chip and board are perfect for fast prototyping USB and battery powered applications.

Like the original mbed, programming is done via a web based IDE, with binary files saved to the mbed's built in memory. This will appear as another drive on your computer, so it's easy to drag and drop different binaries around.

Features

NXP LPC11U24 chip @ 48Mhz
32 KB of Flash memory,
8 KB of SRAM data memory
Full Speed USB 2.0 device controller,
Fast-mode Plus I2C-bus,
UART, SPI and ADC interfaces.
40-pin DIP, 0.1-inch pitch form-factor
Supported with all the mbed tools,
All existing programs and libraries already written compatible

Resources

Quickly and easily interfacing USB devices is the star attraction of this board :

Another example is the USB keyboard :

Or what about a simple USB Midi interface?

LPC-P1343

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:34:39 GMT

LPC-P1343 Development Prototype Board For LPC1343 Cortex M3 ARM Microcontroller

Microcontroller Features:

LPC1343 Cortex-M3, up to 72 Mhz
32 kB Flash, 8kB SRAM,
UART RS-485, two SSP, I2C/Fast+
USB
42 GPIO pins,
4 TIMERS/COUNETRS, CAPTURE,
WDT
Serial Wire Debug.
High-current output driver (20 mA) on one pin.
High-current sink drivers (20 mA) on two I2C-bus pins in Fast-mode Plus.
Integrated Power Management Unit, Three reduced power modes: Sleep, Deep-sleep, and Deep power-down.
Single 3.3 V power supply (2.0 V to 3.6 V).
10-bit ADC with input multiplexing among 8 pins.
GPIO pins can be used as edge and level sensitive interrupt sources.

Board Features:

MCU: LPC1343 Cortex-M3, up to 72 Mhz, 32 kB Flash, 8kB SRAM, UART RS-485, two SSP, I2C/Fast+, ADC
Power supply circuit
Power-on led
USB connector
Debug interface � SWD (Serial Wire Debug)
UEXT connector
Eight user leds
Two user buttons
Reset button
Prototype area
FR-4, 1.5 mm, soldermask, component print
Dimensions:80x50mm (3.15 x 1.97")

Documents:

LPC-P1343.pdf users manual
Getting started with the LPC-P1343 using GNU tools by Alessandro Rubini with source code: git://gnudd.com/cortex-m3.git http://gnudd.com/pub/cortex-m3/cortex-m3-v2011-03-20.tar.gz
LPC-P1343 demo examples: blink LEDs, interrupts, buttons, USB virtual com port

Hardware:

LPC-P1343 schematic
ARM JTAG connector (TOP view)

Software:

LPC1343 demo examples project for EW-ARM

Projects/Review:

http://gadgetengineering.wordpress.com/category/olimex-lpc-p1343/

Breakout Board for USB Mini-B

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:33:03 GMT

This new version now has all 5 pins broken out on the connector. We have no idea what USB device you are hooking up to, but if you need to add a miniUSB/USB Mini-B connector to your breadboard - here it is. Also good for an un-regulated, non-limited 5V supply up to 100mA.

Triple Axis Magnetometer Breakout - HMC5883L (for OilPan IMU)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 11:30:42 GMT

This is a 3-axis digital compass board based on the HMC5883L chip. Communication with the HMC5843 is achieved through an I2C interface. The board has an I2C translator and 3.3V power regulator that make it compatible with 3.3V and 5V applications using a solder jumper. This magnetometer can be used on the ArduPilotMega IMU Shield OilPan, the UDB4 - PIC UAV Development Board or any microcontroller. By adding this accessory to your ArduPilot Mega set up, you will give your vehicle an extra sense direction!

Instructions:

Set up information

Documentation:

Schematic and board layout

Surface Transducer - Small

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:14:02 GMT

Surface transducers give you the awesome power to turn almost any surface into a speaker. Much like our larger surface transducer, this is essentially just a speaker except instead of a cone, the coil is attached to a pad that conducts the vibration into whatever you press it against. You can hook it up to an audio source and press it against the nearest table, wall or cardboard box. You can even put it against your head and play music directly into your skull (the ultimate surround sound).

Note: The connectors on these units are somewhat fragile so take care to prevent stressing your connection to the unit.

Dimensions: 21.5 x 14.5 x 7.9mm

Features:

Impedance: 8±5% Ohm
Resonant Frequency: 16 +/- 0.5 kHz
Max Operating Voltage: 12 Vpp
Frequency Response: 300-19000 Hz
Rated input: 1.0 W
Maximum input: 2.0 W
Operating Temperature: -20 to +60 °C

FEZ USB Client DP Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:46:21 GMT

This module provides access to USB client connector and also includes an advanced power supply, allowing the mainboard to be powered from USB or from the power jack. Connecting power on both sides is safe. The power supply is fully functional from 7V to 30V supporting over 800mA of current.

DP stands for Dual Power. USB cable is included.

Note: The on-board LED blinks when the power supply is over-loaded.

Requires socket type D

.NET Gadgeteer compatible cable is included.

FEZ USB Host Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:18:15 GMT

With USB Host support, developers are able to read a USB Joystick, Mouse and keyboard and also able to saving/reading files off USB memory stick.

GHI's USB Host support includes HUB support. By connecting HUBs, users can connect as many USB devices as they wish, up to 127 devices, which is the standard limit of USB connections.

Requires socket type H and software support for USB Host. The Spider Mainboard fully supports USB Host.

.NET Gadgeteer compatible cable is included.

FEZ Joystick Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:38:10 GMT

This Joystick Module can measure position on X and Y axes by moving the "hat". It also contains a switch that is press-able by pushing the "hat" down. Similar to to what is used in the XBOX controller.

Requires socket type A.

.NET Gadgeteer compatible cable is included.

FEZ WiFi RS21 Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:13:41 GMT

Thanks to GHI's months of research and engineering, WiFi is available on FEZ Spider with minimal efforts to the end user. This is not a WiFi-Serial bridge but a real WiFi connection that uses .NET Sockets.

Currently, this module works only with FEZ Spider Main board.

Requires socket type S.

This module is based on Redpine Signals' RS9110-N-11-21-01 WiFi module.

.NET Gadgeteer compatible cable is included.

FEZ Button Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:00:25 GMT

Button Module for Gadgeteer compatible devices. This module is equipped with an on-board configurable LED.

Requires socket type X or Y.

.NET Gadgeteer compatible cable is included.

FEZ Cable Pack

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 14:30:48 GMT

This pack includes 10 of the 10cm .NET Gadgeteer compatible cables.

Cable specs:

Connector:10 pins (2x5); 1.27mm x 1.27mm
Cable Pitch: 0.635mm
Average life: 500 insertions

m3pi Robot Bundle

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 17:15:42 GMT

The m3pi Robot Bundle has everything you need to have your m3pi Robot running around and talking to your WiFi network.

The kit features the m3pi Robot with mbed Socket which is is a complete, high-performance mobile platform featuring two micro metal gearmotors, five reflectance sensors, an 8�2 character LCD, a buzzer, and three user pushbuttons, all connected to a C-programmable ATmega328 microcontroller. Capable of speeds exceeding 3 feet per second, 3pi is a great first robot for ambitious beginners and a perfect second robot for those looking to move up from non-programmable or slower beginner robots.

Also included is an mbed LPC1768 Header Board to plug on top. This ARM based fast prototyping board uses an 100Mhz LPC1768 microprocessor from the Cortex M3 family. A small, breadboard friendly DIP package houses a wide range of peripherals, with programming, power and additional comms through a mini USB conector.

Finally you get the WiFi Module - RN-XV (XBee footprint), which neatly plugs into the m3pi Robot, providing you with WiFi connectivity.

Please note you will need to program the m3pi Robot in order to get it moving.

EMX Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 16:31:40 GMT

The EMX is a combination of hardware (ARM Processor, Flash, RAM, Ethernet PHY...etc) on a very small (1.55" x 1.8") SMT OEM 8-Layer board that hosts Microsoft .NET Micro Framework with various PAL/HAL drivers. EMX includes GHI's exclusive software and hardware features such as support for USB host, PPP networking, and more.

The EMX Module is a vastly sophisticated piece of hardware. This complexity provides the end-user with a remarkably simple platform to implement in any hardware design.

Looking at the EMX Development System schematic shows just how simple it really is. All you need is 3.3 volts and some connections to bring the latest technologies to your products. With manageable features like USB host and WiFi, the possibilities are boundless.

The EMX also supports RLP allowing users to load native code. Ideal for real-time and/or processing intensive applications.

Key Features

.NET Micro Framework
72Mhz 32-bit Processor
16MB RAM
4.5MB FLASH
Embedded LCD controller
Embedded Ethernet PHY with DMA communication.
Runtime Loadable Procedure
Full TCP/IP Stack
SSL
ZG2100 WiFi Driver
PPP ( GPRS/ 3G )
DPWS
Embedded USB host/device
76 GPIO Pins
39 Interrupt Inputs
2 SPI (8/16bit)
I2C
4 UART
2 CAN Channels
7 10-bit Analog Inputs.
10-bit Analog Output
4-bit SD/MMC Memory card interface
6 PWM
160 mA current consumption with everything enabled
40mA Hibernate Mode
-40�C to +85�C Operational
RoHS Lead Free

Resources:

SAM3-H256

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:50:42 GMT

SAM3-H256 Header development board for ATSAM3S4BA microcontroller

SAM3-H256 has connectors for JTAG and USB, extension headers for all microcontroller's ports, reset button, power and status leds.

MCU: ATSAM3S4BA Cortex M3� with 256K Bytes Program Flash,48K Bytes RAM, USB 2.0, RTT, 10 bit ADC 384 ksps, 2x UARTs, TWI (I2C), SPI, 3x 32bit TIMERS, 4x PWM,
SSC, WDT, PDC (DMA) for all peripherals, up to 64MHz operation
Perfect solution for building custom USB peripherials
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB connector
RESET circuit
RESET button
Status LED
TST jumper, for SAM-BA downloading
On board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: through USB or from extension header pin
Power supply LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
12 Mhz crystal on socket
Extension headers for all uC ports + RST and power supply
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 50 x 34 mm (2 x 1.3")
Distance between the headers: 25.4 mm (1")

Documents:

SAM3-H256.pdf user manual

Hardware:

SAM3-H256 schematic

Software:

Demo code for SAM3-H256

SAM3-P256

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:50:06 GMT

SAM3-P256 Development board for ATSAM3S4BA microcontroller

Atmel�s ATSAM3S4BA-AU is a member of a series of Flash microcontrollers based on the high performance 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 RISC processor. It operates at a maximum speed of 64 MHz and features a 256 Kbyte Flash and a 48 Kbyte SRAM, Full Speed USB Device port with embedded transceiver, a High Speed MCI for SDIO/SD/MMC, an External Bus Interface featuring a Static Memory Controller providing connection to SRAM, PSRAM, NOR Flash and NAND Flash, 2x USARTs, 2x UARTs, 2x TWIs, 3x SPI, an I2S, as well as 1 PWM timer, 6x generalpurpose 16-bit timers, an RTC, an ADC, a 12-bit DAC and an analog comparator. SAM3-P256 has JTAG, UEXT, USB and two RS232 connectors, power jack, potentiometer, two user buttons, two status leds, power-on led, reset button and prototype area for all microcontroller's ports. All this gives the customer chance to build a wide range of applications.

MCU: ATSAM3S4BA Cortex M3� with 256K Bytes Program Flash,48K Bytes RAM, USB 2.0, RTT, 10 bit ADC 384 ksps, 2x UARTs, TWI (I2C), SPI, 3x 32bit TIMERS, 4x PWM, SSC, WDT, PDC (DMA) for all peripherals, up to 64MHz operation
2 RS232 connectors and drivers
SD/MMC card connector
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB connector
RESET circuit
RESET button
2 status LED
2 buttons
UEXT connector
TST jumper, for SAM-BA downloading
On board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: through USB or from extension header pin
Power supply LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
12 Mhz crystal
Trimmer potentiometer
Extension headers for all uC ports + RST and power supply
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 50 x 34 mm (2 x 1.3")
Distance between the headers: 25.4 mm (1")

Documents:

SAM3-P256.pdf user manual

Hardware:

SAM3-P256 schematic

Software:

Demo code for SAM3-P256

XMega XMinilab Oscilloscope

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:25:15 GMT

The Xminilab is a mixed signal oscilloscope with an arbitrary waveform generator in a DIP module. It measures only 3.3 x 1.75 inches, and can be mounted directly on a breadboard. The Xminilab can also be used as a development board for the AVR XMEGA microcontroller.

We have the smaller XMega XProtolab here.

Features:

Mixed Signal Oscilloscope: Simultenaous sampling of analog and digital signals.
Advanced Trigger: Normal / Single / Auto, with rising or falling edge and adjustable trigger level.
Meter Mode: Average, Peak to peak and Frequency readout.
XY Mode (Plot Lissajous patterns or see the phase difference between two waveforms).
Spectrum Analyzer with different windowing options and selectable vertical log.
Horizontal and Vertical Cursors with automatic waveform measurements.
Arbitrary Waveform Generator with Frequency Sweep.
Display options: Persistence, Different grid options, and more.

General Specifications:

ATXMEGA32A4U 36KB Flash, 4KB SRAM, 1KB EEPROM
Graphic OLED display 2.42", 128x64 pixels
Module size: 3.3" x 1.75"
PDI interface.
4 tactile switches
Micro USB - USB connectivity in development

Logic Analyzer specifications:

8 Digital Inputs
Maximum sampling rate: 2MSPS
Protocol Sniffer: UART, I2C, SPI
Internal pull up or pull down.
Buffer size: 256
Voltage level: 3.3V

Oscilloscope specifications:

2 Analog Inputs
Maximum Sampling rate: 2MSPS
Analog Bandwidth: 200kHz
Resolution: 8bits
Input Impedance: 1MΩ
Buffer size per channel: 256
Input Voltage Range: -14V to +20V

AWG specifications:

1 Analog Output
Maximum conversion rate: 1MSPS
Analog Bandwidth: 44.1kHz
Resolution: 8bits
Output current > +/- 7mA
Buffer size: 256
Output Voltage: +/- 2V

Resources:

For more information please see the manufacturer website here.

Rotary Encoder - 200 P/R (Quadrature)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:34:31 GMT

This 200 pulse per rotation rotary encoder outputs gray code which you can interpret using a microcontroller and find out which direction the shaft is turning and by how much. This allows you to add feedback to motor control systems. Encoders of this kind are often used in balancing robots and dead reckoning navigation but it could also be used as a very precise input knob. The encoder comes with a set screw coupler which will attach to any 4mm shaft.

Features:

Resolution: 200 Pulse/Rotation
Input Voltage: 5 - 12VDC
Maximum Rotating Speed: 5000rpm
Allowable Radial Load: 5N
Allowable Axial Load: 3N
Cable Length: 50cm
Shaft Diameter: 4mm

Documents:

Datasheet (E6A2-CW3C)
Example Code

Full ArduPilot Mega kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:57:40 GMT

Now you can get all the parts you need for your flight/UAV project in this complete kit!

The kit features the ArduPilot Mega - UAV Controller (ATMega 2560) which is the newest version of autopilot board designed by Chris Anderson and Jordi Mu�oz of DIY Drones. This latest revision uses the ATmega2560 in place of the ATmega1280.

ArduPilot Mega is a fully programmable autopilot that requires a GPS module and sensors to create a functioning Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). The autopilot handles both stabilisation and navigation, eliminating the need for a separate stabilisation system. It also supports a "fly-by-wire" mode that can stabilise an aircraft when flying manually under RC control, making it easier and safer to fly. The hardware and software are all open source. The board comes with all the surface-mount parts already soldered, but requires the user to solder on connectors. RC processing firmware is already loaded, but the autopilot software must be downloaded and loaded onto the board by the user. It can be programmed with the Arduino IDE.

STM32-H152

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 17:33:46 GMT

HEADER BOARD FOR STM32L152VBT6 LOW POWER CORTEX-M3 MICROCONTROLLER

This is a low cost development board for the new STM32L series of ultra low power microcontrollers of ST Microelectronics. STM32-H152 covers STM32L152VBT6. This board was carefully designed for low power handheld operation, with Li-ion battery charges on board and USB - it's perfect for data loggers. The 32khz crystal allows RTC implementation.

Features:

MCU: STM32L152VBT6 ARM 32 bit CORTEX M3� with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, USB, LCD, I2C, SPI, USART, 32 Mhz clock, 80 GPIO, 1.8-3.6V power supply
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
Li-ion battery charger
USB connector
UEXT connector
wakeup user button
RESET button and circuit
two status LED
power supply LED
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: takes power from USB port or extension connector pin
8 Mhz crystal oscillator
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 70x 50mm (2.75 x 2.0")
Distance between the exntension connectors: 38.1 mm (1.5")

Hardware:

STM32-H152 schematic
JTAG connector (top view)

Software:

STM32-P152

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 17:33:32 GMT

PROTOTYPE BOARD FOR STM32L152VBT6 LOW POWER CORTEX-M3 MICROCONTROLLER

This is a low cost development board for the new STM32L series of ultra low power microcontrollers of ST Microelectronics. STM32-H152 covers STM32L152VBT6. This board was carefully designed for low power handheld operation, with Li-ion battery charges onboard and USB - it's perfect for data loggers. The 32khz crystal allows RTC implementation.

Features:

MCU: STM32L152VBT6 ARM 32 bit CORTEX M3� with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, USB, LCD, I2C, SPI, USART, 32 Mhz clock, 80 GPIO, 1.8-3.6V power supply
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
Li-ion battery charger
USB connector
RS232 connector and driver
Olimex LCD
UEXT connector
Two user buttons
Analog potentiometer
RESET button and circuit
Two status LED
Power supply LED
On board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: takes power from USB port or extension connector pin
8 Mhz crystal oscillator
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 70x 50mm (2.75 x 2.0")
Distance between the exntension connectors: 38.1 mm (1.5")

Hardware:

Software:

Demo software - USB mouse and Blinking LED for EW-ARM
Setup GCC+Eclispse for STM32 on MAC

UDB4 - PIC UAV Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 15:45:19 GMT

This is the latest UAV Development Board from SF (UDB4, as in, "UAV Development Board version 4"). The UDB4 comes populated with a dsPIC33FJ256 CPU, an MMA7361 three axis accelerometer, a dual axis IDG500 gyro, and a single axis ISZ500 gyro. The on-board Invensense gyros even have enough vibration tolerance to be used in RC heli applications.

By itself, the board can be used to develop a three axis IMU controller. By addition of an EM406 or D2523T GPS receiver, it can be used to develop a UAV controller for an RC car, plane, helicopter, or boat. It comes with self-testing firmware that can serve as a starting point for you to develop your own control and navigation firmware. There is even fully functional, open source autopilot firmware available.

Note: A GPS module is not included. Find them here.

Features:

Compatible with 20-channel EM-406A SiRF III GPS
Compatible with 50-channel GS407 Helical GPS
dsPIC33FJ256 Controller (with onboard 3.3V and 5V glue logic)
dsPIC runs at 120MHz with 8MHz resonator and PLL
MMA7361 three axis accelerometer
IDG500 dual axis gyro and ISZ500 single axis gyro
Up to 8 Input, 8 output PWM points
6-wire debug header or ICSP header
4 separate colored status LEDs
On board 3.3V and 5V regulators (150mA max)
Spare USART connection for debugging, flight logging, wireless telemetry, etc.
30 spare analog and digital I/O pins for debugging and interfacing to sensors

Documents:

Schematic
Eagle Files
Datasheet (MMA736)
Datasheet (IDG500)
Datasheet (ISZ500)
MatrixPilot Google Code Page
DIYDrones UDB Page
DIYDrones UDB Article (how the UDB handles sustained rotations

FEZ Serial-USB Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:11:33 GMT

This is the FEZ Spider compatible serial-USB module. Using this module, any of the serial UART sockets on mainboard can be converted into a virtual serial connection over USB. Use this connection to transfer data to a PC or for debugging over serial (virtual serial over USB). This is useful when needing to free up the USB client port for other purposes, like simulating a mouse or keyboard on USB Client port.

Works with any socket type U. Can also work with K sockets (serial + handshaking) with minor hardware changes. Note that K is purposely not marked on the module.

We sell the FEZ Spider Starter Kit here.

FEZ Camera Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 14:11:20 GMT

This is the FEZ Spider compatible camera. The USB Camera Module can stream images as large as 320x240 with up to 20fps on smaller images.

Requires socket type H and support for USB Cameras (ISO stream).

This is one of the modules included in the FEZ Spider Starter Kit.

FEZ Spider Mainboard

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 11:11:38 GMT

The FEZ Spider Mainboard is a .NET Gadgeteer-compatible mainboard based on the GHI Electronics EMX module. This makes the FEZ Spider Mainboard the most feature-full .NET Gadgeteer compatible device in the market. It contains all of .NET Micro Framework core features and adds many exclusive features, such as USB host, WiFi and RLP (loading native code). All these features combine to provide a rapid prototyping platform.

This board is included in the FEZ Spider Starter Kit.

Key Features:

14 .NET Gadgeteer compatible sockets
Configurable on-board LED
Configuration switches
Based on GHI Electronics EMX module

72MHz. 32-bit ARM7 processor
4.5 MB Flash
16 MB RAM
LCD controller
Full TCP/IP Stack with SSL, HTTP, TCP, UDP, DHCP
Ethernet, WiFi driver and PPP ( GPRS/ 3G modems) and DPWS
USB host
USB Device with specialized libraries to emulate devices like thumb-drive, virtual COM (CDC), mouse, keyboard
76 GPIO Pin
2 SPI (8/16bit)
I2C
4 UART
2 CAN Channels
7 10-bit Analog Inputs.
10-bit Analog Output (capable of WAV audio playback)
4-bit SD/MMC Memory card interface
6 PWM
OneWire interface (available on any IO).
Built-in Real Time Clock (RTC) with the suitable crystal
Processor register access
OutputCompare for generating waveforms with high accuracy
RLP allowing users to load native code (C/Assembly) for real-time requirements.
Extended double-precision math class
FAT File System
Cryptography (AES and XTEA)
Low power and hibernate support
In-field update (from SD, network or other)

Dimensions: W 2.25" x L 2.05" x H 0.5"

Power:

Supply voltages are regulated 3.3Volt and 5.0Volt DC.
Low power and hibernate modes
Active power consumption 160 mA
Idle power consumption 120 mA
Hibernate power consumption 40 mA

Enviromental:

Operating temperature: -20 to 70�C
RoHS compliant /Lead-free compliant

Documents:

Schematics

For more information about .NET Gadgeteer visit:

http://www.netmf.com/gadgeteer/

Propeller Set 12x4.5

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:18:24 GMT

This is a propeller set which includes one pusher and one puller. Also included are adapter rings for different size shafts. Used on Quad/Hexa and Octo copters.

These are the 12x4.5 versions. The first number describes the blade length in inches and the second theoretically how far the propeller will travel each rotation.

We also sell Electronic Speed Controllers and Brushless Motors!

Propeller Set 10x4.5

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 16:18:15 GMT

This is a propeller set which includes one pusher and one puller. Also included are adapter rings for different size shafts. Used on Quad/Hexa and Octo copters.

These are the 10x4.5 versions. The first number describes the blade length in inches and the second theoretically how far the propeller will travel each rotation.

We also sell Electronic Speed Controllers and Brushless Motors!

PhoneDrone Board for Android

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:05:36 GMT

This is the PhoneDrone board for Android, and it's a way to connect any Android device (2.3.4 or higher) to the world of RC and UAVs. The board has 8 channels of RC in and out, with PWM-to-PPM conversion and multiplexing between RC and Android control. You just plug the Android's phone USB connector into the board and you have two-way communications with RC gear and any other board, such as APM.

That means that you can switch between RC control and Android control or mix the two. An example would be "fly/drive by wire". You steer your vehicle via RC, but an Android phone does the actual control using its onboard IMU. On a car, that would allow every turn to be a high-speed controlled drift, for instance.

Or, with a UAV, you might have the Android phone doing high-level image processing and object tracking, sending mission commands to an autopilot board such as APM. You might also want to use the phone's long-distance wireless instead of an Xbee for two-way telemetry.

This can either replace APM if you've got equivalent code running on Android, or compliment it with the Android device doing image processing or long-distance wireless comms.

Specifications:

8 Input & output PWMs
Native USB host master (MAX3421)
Native USB slave (Atmega32-au)
Arduino Compatible
Atmega2560 as main controller
Atmega32-u2 as FTDI substitute and PPM encoder
Three spare serial ports to communicate with other boards (including APM)
Build-in 5V-2A switched power regulator (input range 6V - 36V)
Build-in 3.3V LDO power regulator
Android TM compatible...
All Atmega2560 pins exposed.
High quality PCB is ROHS/lead free, Gold immersed.
Dimensions: 4" x 1.6"

Resources:

WiFi Module - RN-XV (XBee footprint)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:26:55 GMT

The RN-XV module is a certified Wi-Fi solution especially designed for customer who want to migrate their existing 80.15.4 architecture to a standard TCP/IP based platform without having to redesign their existing hardware. This model comes with the 1/4 wave wire antenna.

The RN-XV module is based upon Roving Networks' robust RN-171 Wi-Fi module and incorporates 802.11 b/g radio, 32 bit processor, TCP/IP stack, real-time clock, crypto accelerator, power management unit and analog sensor interface.

The RN-XV module supports infrastructure networking for worldwide internet access directly by every node and adhoc connectivity for fully connected point to point networks, unlike many 802.15.4 implementations that need extensive, custom application profiles and additional bridging products. The RN-XV supports industrial temperature ranges, making it ideal for applications such as sensor networks, industrial or commercial controllers, utility meters, and M2M applications.

The module offers additional functionality through its on-board programmable GPIOs (8) and ADCs (3). The ADCs provide 14-bit resolution while the GPIOs can be configured to provide standard functionality or status signaling to a host microcontroller to reduce the need for serial polling between the Wi-Fi module and host microcontroller.

The module is pre-loaded with Roving firmware to simplify integration and minimize development time of your application. In the simplest configuration, the hardware only requires four connections (PWR, TX, RX and GND) to create a wireless data connection.

Developers can opt to use the RN-174 evaluation board for prototyping and designing their Wi-Fi systems based on the RN-XVee. The RN-174-K kit includes the RN-171 module mounted on a carrier board with status LEDs, power regulation, and a serial link to a PC.

Features

Direct Internet connectivity provides internet access to every node
Point to point connectivity to every node without the need for custom profiles
Based on common 802.15.4 footprint
Ultra low power: 4uA sleep mode, 38mA active
Onboard TCP/IP stack includes DHCP, UDP, DNS, ARP, ICMP, HTTP client, FTP client and TCP
Firmware configurable transmit power: 0dBm to 12dBm
Hardware interfaces:TTL UART
Host data rate up to 464Kbps over UART
Supports Adhoc and infrastructure networking
8 general purpose digital I/O
3 analog sensor inputs
Real-time clock for time-stamping, auto-sleep, and auto-wakeup modes
Accepts 3.3VDC regulated power supply
Configuration over UART or wireless interface (via Telnet) using simple ASCII commands
Over the air firmware upgrade (FTP)
vSecure WiFi authentication: WEP, WPA-TKIP , WPA2-AES

Specifications

Networking Standards: IEEE 802.11 b/g
Data rates: 802.11 b: 1,2, 5.5,11 Mbps : 802.11 g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
Frequency Band: 2.412 - 2.484 GHz
Modulation: 802.11 b: DSSS(CCK-11, CCK-5.5, DQPSK-2, DBPSK-1): 802.11g : OFDM
Wi-Fi security: WEP, WPA, WPA2
Protocols: DHCP, DNS, ARP, ICMP, FTP client, HTTP client, TCP, UDP
Supply voltage: 3.3V �10%
Output power: 0dBm to +12dBm
Power consumption: 4uA sleep, 35mA active RX, 180mA TX (at +12dBm)
Data rate: 464Kbps over UART
Operating temperature range: -40C to +85C
Transmit power: Up to 150 meters (at +12dBm)
Interface: UART, Wi-Fi
Antenna: 1/4 wave wire antenna, SMA connector, U.Fl connector
Certifications: FCC, ICS, CE, Wi-Fi Alliance

Resources

Data Sheet: RN-XV (PDF)
User Manual: WiFLY APi User Manual (PDF)

Surface Transducer - Large

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:54:32 GMT

Surface transducers give you the awesome power to turn almost any surface into a speaker. They're essentially just a speaker except instead of a cone, the coil is attached to a pad that conducts the vibration into whatever you press it against. Hook it up to an audio source and press it against the nearest table, wall or cardboard box. You can even put it against your head and play music directly into your skull (the ultimate surround sound).

Note: We are waiting on a datasheet. However, these have a 4 ohm nominal impedance and can handle about a watt continuous.

Dimensions: 50mm in diameter, 31mm tall

Weight: 260 grams (0.5 lbs)

ShiftBrite V2.0 LED

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:58:51 GMT

The ShiftBrite V2.0 is an RGB LED module with a built-in driver featuring 10-bit digital brightness control on each color channel (over one billion colors). Multiple modules can easily be chained together and controlled from a single microcontroller to create large LED displays. This version has several improvements over the original ShiftBrite, including mounting holes and better power handling.

We now sell the cables which allow multiple ShiftBrites to be connected together!

ShiftBrites are modules by macetech that integrate the Allegro A6281 3-channel constant current LED driver with a large, high-brightness RGB LED. Using just three digital output pins and a simple protocol, your microcontroller can control a long chain of these modules. Each ShiftBrite in the chain can be independently changed to any of the 1,073,741,824 possible colors to create dynamic displays and decorations. Adjustable current for each color channel lets you correct for slight differences in brightness. In addition, the LED driver is protected from overheating by automatic over-temperature shutdown.

The ShiftBrite V2.0 is a redesigned version of the original ShiftBrite that offers the following key improvements:

New mounting ears and large mounting holes for easier installation.
Better indication of polarity and data direction on both top and bottom.
Larger power traces for improved power handling and chaining.
Additional power filtering capacitor.
The ShiftBrite V2.0 is only available with male header pins soldered in. The pin spacing is 0.1", making ShiftBrites compatible with breadboards and perfboards.

Dimensions

Size: 0.8" x 1.2"
Weight: 3.3 g

General specifications

Minimum operating voltage: 5.5 V
Maximum operating voltage: 9 V
Maximum output current: 60 mA1
Color: RGB
Lens type: Clear

Resources

Allegro A6281 LED driver datasheet (315k pdf)
ShiftBrite Documentation

Barometric Pressure Sensor - BMP085 Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 13:09:30 GMT

This is a simple breakout board for the BMP085 high-precision, low-power barometric pressure sensor. The BMP085 offers a measuring range of 300 to 1100 hPa with an absolute accuracy of down to 0.03 hPa. It's based on piezo-resistive technology for EMC robustness, high accuracy and linearity as well as long term stability. This sensor supports a voltage supply between 1.8 and 3.6VDC. It is designed to be connected directly to a micro-controller via the I²C bus

This breadboard-friendly board breaks out all pins of the BMP085 to a 6-pin 0.1" pitch header. The analog and digital supplies (VDDD and VDDA) of the BMP085 are tied together and broken out to a single pin. We've also put two 4.7k pull-up resistors on the I²C lines.

You can find the BMP085 sensor on its own here.

Features:

Digital two wire (I²C) interface
Wide barometric pressure range
Flexible supply voltage range
Ultra-low power consumption
Low noise measurement
Fully calibrated
Temperature measurement included
Ultra-flat, small footprint

Dimensions:

0.65 x 0.65" (16.5 x 16.5 mm)

Documents:

ChipworkX Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 09:42:48 GMT

ChipworkX is a 200 MHz ARM9 DIMM200 single board computer running .NET Micro Framework internally. This enables developers to write applications using Microsoft Visual Studio and C# programming language.

Micro Framework is fully supported, in addition to SideShow, USB Host, PPP and many GHI exclusive features. ChipworkX is the first and only OEM device that implements .NET Micro Framework and adds Database and Native User Code (Runtime Loadable Procedures, RLP) capabilities. Developers can now write their own native methods using C or assembly without the need for the Micro Framework porting kit or knowing anything about its internals or Interops interfacing.

Visit Microsoft's .NET Micro Framework for more details.

We sell the ChipworkX Development System which incorporates this module, you can find it here.

Software:

.Net Micro Framework
Windows SideShow
SQLite Database Support
Native Procedure (RLP)
LCD Support (TFT)
Touch Screen Support
FAT File System
Full TCP/IP Stack
SSL
PPP Stack
DPWS
USB Host Support (Thumb Drives, Hard Disk, Mouse, Keyboard, Printer ...etc)
Register Access
Many Other Native Functions

Hardware:

200 Mhz 32-bit ARM 9 Processor
64MB SDRAM
256MB NAND FLASH (seen as an internal drive)
8MB NOR FLASH (For user deployment and EWR)
JTAG Access
LCD Controller
Real Time Clock
10/100 Ethernet Interface
2 USB Host Ports
1 USB Device
80 Digital IO Interrupt-capable Pins
2 SPI (8/16 bit)
I2C
3 UART
SD/MMC Interface
PWM
-0 to +70 C Operational
Lead Free
Standard DIMM200 Mounting

Resources:

General

.NET Micro Framework

Pogo Pins w/ Pointed Tip

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 10:54:42 GMT

These 33mm (1.3") spring loaded pogo pins are great for programming and applications where you don't always want headers soldered onto your boards. You can use them for programming jigs in production. The pins fit snugly into most standard perf board holes. Solder them just like you would normal wire. This unit has a conical pointed tip.

Dimensions:

Length: 1.3" (33mm)
Travel: 1/4" (6.5mm)
Head size 0.05" (1.3mm)

Documents:

Dimensional

3D Printer Nozzle Heater

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:39:53 GMT

This is a spare nozzle heater for the UP! Plus Personal Portable 3D Printer. Includes heating element, nozzle and cable.

FEZ Spider Starter Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 16:07:23 GMT

The FEZ Spider Starter Kit is the first commercially available .NET Gadgeteer-compatible kit. it includes everything necessary for educators, hobbyists and even professionals. Embedded development is fast & easy (FEZ) thanks to .NET Micro Framework, .NET Gadgeteer and the numerous GHI value added features such as WiFi and USB Host.

The kit includes:

FEZ Spider Mainboard
Display T35 Module (3.5" with touchscreen)
USB Client DP Module (with USB cable)
Camera Module
2x Multicolor LED Module (DaisyLink)
2x Button Module
Ethernet J11D Module
SD Card Module
USB Host Module
Extender Module
JoystickModule
10cm IDC cables (included with modules).
Additional cables:

4x 5cm IDC cables
3x 20cm IDC cables
1x 50cm IDC cable

The FEZ Spider Mainboard is a .NET Gadgeteer-compatible mainboard based on GHI Electronics' EMX module. This makes FEZ Spider Mainboard the most feature-full .NET Gadgeteer compatible device in the market. It contains all of .NET Micro Framework core features and adds many exclusive features, such as USB host, WiFi and RLP (loading native code). All these features combine to provide a rapid prototyping platform.

Key Features:

14 .NET Gadgeteer compatible sockets
Configurable on-board LED
Configuration switches.
Based on GHI Electronics EMX module

72MHz 32-bit ARM7 processor
4.5 MB Flash
16 MB RAM
LCD controller
Full TCP/IP Stack with SSL, HTTP, TCP, UDP, DHCP
Ethernet, WiFi driver and PPP ( GPRS/ 3G modems) and DPWS
USB host
USB Device with specialized libraries to emulate devices like thumb-drive, virtual COM (CDC), mouse, keyboard
76 GPIO Pin
2 SPI (8/16bit)
I2C
4 UART
2 CAN Channels
7 10-bit Analog Inputs
10-bit Analog Output (capable of WAV audio playback)
4-bit SD/MMC Memory card interface
6 PWM
OneWire interface (available on any IO)
Built-in Real Time Clock (RTC) with the suitable crystal
Processor register access
OutputCompare for generating waveforms with high accuracy
RLP allowing users to load native code (C/Assembly) for real-time requirements
Extended double-precision math class
FAT File System
Cryptography (AES and XTEA)
Low power and hibernate support
In-field update (from SD, network or other)

Dimensions: W 2.25" x L 2.05" x H 0.5"

Power

Supply voltages are regulated 3.3Volt and 5.0Volt DC.
Low power and hibernate modes
Active power consumption 160 mA
Idle power consumption 120 mA
Hibernate power consumption 40 mA

Enviromental:

Operating temperature: -20 to 65�C
RoHS compliant /Lead-free compliant

Most EMX software features are GHI exclusive, see software documentation for details.

For more information about .NET Gadgeteer visit:
http://www.netmf.com/gadgeteer/

Resources:

LPC-H1343 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:09:43 GMT

Development Prototype Header Breakout Board For LPC11XX CORTEX M0 ARM Microcontroller

MCU: LPC1114 / LPC1343 / LPC11A14 / LPC11U14 / LPC11C14 Cortex-M0
Power supply circuit
Power-on led
USB connector only for power supply, not USB functionality
Debug interface – SWD (Serial Wire Debug)
UEXT connector
Eight user leds
Two user buttons
Reset button
Prototype area
FR-4, 1.5 mm, soldermask, component print
Dimensions:80x50mm (3.15 x 1.97")

Documents:

None available

Hardware:

LPC-H1114 schematic
ARM JTAG connector (TOP view)
Software:

n.a.

LPC-H1114 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 16:01:31 GMT

Development Prototype Header Breakout Board For LPC11XX CORTEX M0 ARM Microcontroller

MCU: LPC1114 / LPC1343 / LPC11A14 / LPC11U14 / LPC11C14 Cortex-M0
Power supply circuit
Power-on led
USB connector only for power supply, not USB functionality
Debug interface – SWD (Serial Wire Debug)
UEXT connector
Eight user leds
Two user buttons
Reset button
Prototype area
FR-4, 1.5 mm, soldermask, component print
Dimensions:80x50mm (3.15 x 1.97")

Documents:

None available

Hardware:

LPC-H1114 schematic
ARM JTAG connector (TOP view)
Software:

n.a.

MOD-PULSE Blood Oxygenation and Heart Rate Monitor

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 15:18:04 GMT

The MOD-PULSE is an instrument for monitoring the blood oxygenation of a human. By measuring the oxygen level and heart rate, the MOD-PULSE can display the levels of blood oxygenation and heart rate on it's LCD display. To be fully functional the MOD-PULSE requires an external sensor connected to it via the connector on the unit. The MOD-PULSE can be connected to a variety of development boards via it's UEXT connector.

Features:

MSP430FG439 microcontroller
JTAG connector for direct plug in MSP430 2x7 JTAG connector to provide power for the target board
UEXT connector so it can be connected to other boards as heart beat monitor sensor board
Based on Texas Instruments application note SLAA274a
Custom LCD
Two user buttons
Two status leds
Power supply switch
+3V lithium battery onboard connector
Battery connector for 2 x 1.5V AA batteries
DB9 � Female connector
System clock crystal
Extension pin holes for each microcontroller's ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), red soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 134.6x101.6mm (5.3 x 4.0")

Documents:

SLAA274a
SLAA458
MOD-PULSE.pdf user manual

Hardware:

MOD-PULSE schematic
MSP430 JTAG connector (TOP view)

Software:

MOD-PULSE demo software

MOD-EKG Heart-Rate and ECG Monitor

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 10:29:15 GMT

The MOD-EKG is a digital heart-rate monitor based on TI's MSP430FG439 microcontroller. The heartbeat rate per minute is displayed on the LCD. In addition, the application outputs a digital data stream via an RS232 serial port to allow EKG waveform display on a PC. The only way to do this is via board's UEXT connector, where RS232 signals are sent. The connection between the PC and MOD-EKG can be made by using our USB to RS232 Converter.

An electrocardiogram (ECG), also called an EKG, is a graphic tracing of the voltage generated by the heart muscle during a heartbeat. In this application, the EKG waveform is used by the MCU to measure the heartbeat rate. Because heartbeat calculation is the major focus the electrodes are simplified to two connections, one to a right hand and the other to the left hand.

Features:

Microcontroller: MSP430FG439
EKG amplifiers realized with INA321EA
JTAG connector for direct plug in MSP430 2x7 JTAG connector to provide power for the target board
UEXT connector so it can be connected to other board as heart beat monitor sensor board
LCD custom display
Lithium coin battery holder
Extension headers for all microcontroller ports � no connectors mounted on the board
Right and left hands contact electrodes � HR1 and HR2
Two status LEDs
Two user buttons
Switch between Battery and UEXT power supply
Based on Texas Instruments application note SLAA280a
FR-4, 1.5 mm, soldermask, component print
Dimensions: 76.20 x 71.12 mm ( 3.00 x 2.80 ")

Documents:

SLAA280a Texas Instruments Application Note
MOD-EKG.pdf user manual
Hardware:

MOD-EKG schematic
MSP430 JTAG connector (TOP view)

Software:

MOD-EKG demo software

PoE module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 16:51:08 GMT

This is a Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) module for your Arduino. The Ag9120-S is a module designed to extract power from a conventional twisted pair Category 5 Ethernet cable, conforming to the IEEE 802.3af Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) standard.

The Ag9120-S provides the PoE compatibility signature and power classification required by the Power Sourcing Equipment (PSE) before applying up to 15W power to the port. The high efficiency DC/DC converter operates over a wide input voltage range (36V to 48V typ) and provides a regulated low ripple and low noise output. The DC/DC converter also has built-in overload and short-circuit output protection.
Features:

IEEE802.3af compliant

Small SIL package size - 56mm (L) x 14mm (H)

Low output ripple and noise

Input voltage range 36V to 57V

Overload and short-circuit protection

High efficiency DC/DC converter (75% typ)

1500V isolation (input to output)

This module could be used with products Arduino Ethernet shield and Arduino Ethernet

LSM303 Breakout Board - Tilt Compensated Compass

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 12:05:52 GMT

The LSM303DLH is a triple axis accelerometer combined with a triple axis magnetic sensor. This breakout board uses the LSM303DLH to give a you the data you need to feed into a microcontroller and calculate tilt-compensated output.

This version of the board has added circuitry to address concerns about voltage translation on the SDA and SCL pins.

Features:

+- 2/4/8 g dynamically selectable full-scale

+-1.3 to +- 8.1 gauss magnetic field full-scale

16-bit data out

I2C interface

Embedded self-test

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet

Application Notes

Arduino Ethernet without PoE module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 15:17:40 GMT

The Arduino Ethernet is a microcontroller board based on the ATmega328 (datasheet). It has 14 digital input/output pins, 6 analog inputs, a 16 MHz crystal oscillator, a RJ45 connection, a power jack, an ICSP header, and a reset button.

NB: Pins 10, 11, 12 and 13 are reserved for interfacing with the Ethernet module and should not be used otherwise. This reduces the number of available pins to 9, with 4 available as PWM outputs.

We sell PoE Cables too

The Ethernet differs from other boards in that it does not have an onboard USB-to-serial driver chip, but has a Wiznet Ethernet interface. This is the same interface found on the Ethernet shield.

An onboard microSD card reader, which can be used to store files for serving over the network, is accessible through the SD Library. Pin 10 is reserved for the Wiznet interface, SS for the SD card is on Pin 4.

A six pin header can be connected to an FTDI cable or USB Serial board to provide USB power and communication to the board.

Summary

Microcontroller ATmega328

Operating Voltage 5V

Input Voltage (recommended) 7-12V

Input Voltage (limits) 6-20V

Digital I/O Pins 14 (of which 4 provide PWM output)

Arduino Pins reserved
10 to 13 used for SPI
4 used for SD card
2 W5100 interrupt (when bridged)
Analog Input Pins 6

DC Current per I/O Pin 40 mA

DC Current for 3.3V Pin 50 mA

Flash Memory 32 KB (ATmega328) of which 0.5 KB used by bootloader

SRAM 2 KB (ATmega328)

EEPROM 1 KB (ATmega328)

Clock Speed 16 MHz

W5100 TCP/IP Embedded Ethernet Controller

Power Over Ethernet ready Magnetic Jack

Micro SD card, with active voltage translators

Schematic & Reference Design
EAGLE files: arduino-ethernet-reference-design.zip

Schematic: arduino-ethernet-schematic.pdf
Power
The board can also be powered via an external power supply, an optional Power over Ethernet (PoE) module, or by using a FTDI cable/USB Serial connector.

External power can come either from an AC-to-DC adapter (wall-wart) or battery. The adapter can be connected by plugging a 2.1mm center-positive plug into the board's power jack. Leads from a battery can be inserted in the Gnd and Vin pin headers of the POWER connector.

The board can operate on an external supply of 6 to 20 volts. If supplied with less than 7V, however, the 5V pin may supply less than five volts and the board may be unstable. If using more than 12V, the voltage regulator may overheat and damage the board. The recommended range is 7 to 12 volts.

The power pins are as follows:

VIN. The input voltage to the Arduino board when it's using an external power source (as opposed to 5 volts from the USB connection or other regulated power source). You can supply voltage through this pin, or, if supplying voltage via the power jack, access it through this pin.
5V. The regulated power supply used to power the microcontroller and other components on the board. This can come either from VIN via an on-board regulator, or be supplied by USB or another regulated 5V supply.
3V3. A 3.3 volt supply generated by the on-board regulator. Maximum current draw is 50 mA.
GND. Ground pins.
The optional PoE module is designed to extract power from a conventional twisted pair Category 5 Ethernet cable:
IEEE802.3af compliant
Low output ripple and noise (100mVpp)
Input voltage range 36V to 57V
Overload and short-circuit protection
9V Output
High efficiency DC/DC converter: typ 75% @ 50% load
1500V isolation (input to output)
NB: the Power over Ethernet module is proprietary hardware not made by Arduino, it is a third party accessory. For more information, see the datasheet
Memory
The ATmega328 has 32 KB (with 0.5 KB used for the bootloader). It also has 2 KB of SRAM and 1 KB of EEPROM (which can be read and written with the EEPROM library).
Input and Output
Each of the 14 digital pins on the Ethernet board can be used as an input or output, using pinMode(), digitalWrite(), and digitalRead() functions. They operate at 5 volts. Each pin can provide or receive a maximum of 40 mA and has an internal pull-up resistor (disconnected by default) of 20-50 kOhms. In addition, some pins have specialized functions:

Serial: 0 (RX) and 1 (TX). Used to receive (RX) and transmit (TX) TTL serial data.
External Interrupts: 2 and 3. These pins can be configured to trigger an interrupt on a low value, a rising or falling edge, or a change in value. See the attachInterrupt() function for details.
PWM: 3, 5, 6, 9, and 10. Provide 8-bit PWM output with the analogWrite() function.
SPI: 10 (SS), 11 (MOSI), 12 (MISO), 13 (SCK). These pins support SPI communication using the SPI library.
LED: 13. There is a built-in LED connected to digital pin 13. When the pin is HIGH value, the LED is on, when the pin is LOW, it's off.
The Ethernet board has 6 analog inputs, labeled A0 through A5, each of which provide 10 bits of resolution (i.e. 1024 different values). By default they measure from ground to 5 volts, though is it possible to change the upper end of their range using the AREF pin and the analogReference() function. Additionally, some pins have specialized functionality:

TWI: A4 (SDA) and A5 (SCL). Support TWI communication using the Wire library.
There are a couple of other pins on the board:

AREF. Reference voltage for the analog inputs. Used with analogReference().
Reset. Bring this line LOW to reset the microcontroller. Typically used to add a reset button to shields which block the one on the board.
See also the mapping between Arduino pins and ATmega328 ports.

Communication
The Arduino Ethernet has a number of facilities for communicating with a computer, another Arduino, or other microcontrollers.

A SoftwareSerial library allows for serial communication on any of the Uno's digital pins.

The ATmega328 also supports TWI and SPI communication. The Arduino software includes a Wire library to simplify use of the TWI bus; see the documentation for details. For SPI communication, use the SPI library.

The board also can connect to a wired network via ethernet. When connecting to a network, you will need to provide an IP address and a MAC address. The Ethernet Library is fully supported.

The onboard microSD card reader is accessible through the SD Library. When working with this library, SS is on Pin 4.

Programming
It is possible to program the Arduino Ethernet board in two ways: through the 6 pin serial programming header, or with an external ISP programmer.

The 6-pin serial programming header is compatible with FTDI USB cables and the Sparkfun and Adafruit FTDI-style basic USB-to-serial breakout boards including the Arduino USB-Serial connector. It features support for automatic reset, allowing sketches to be uploaded without pressing the reset button on the board. When plugged into a FTDI-style USB adapter, the Arduino Ethernet is powered off the adapter.

You can also program the Ethernet board with an external programmer like an AVRISP mkII or USBTinyISP. To set up your environment for burning a sketch with a programmer, follow these instructions. This will delete the serial bootloader, however.

All the Ethernet example sketches work as they do with the Ethernet shield. Make sure to change the network settings for your network.

Physical Characteristics
The maximum length and width of the Ethernet PCB are 2.7 and 2.1 inches respectively, with the RJ45 connector and power jack extending beyond the former dimension. Four screw holes allow the board to be attached to a surface or case. Note that the distance between digital pins 7 and 8 is 160 mil (0.16"), not an even multiple of the 100 mil spacing of the other pins.

Setup
With this board you need to change the boards.txt file in your Arduino directory (find it in: Arduino-00xx->hardware->arduino) with this updated version that include also the Mega ADK board: boards.txt

RF Link Transmitter - 434MHz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:10:22 GMT

These are wireless transmitters which work on the 434MHz frequency. Use these components to transmit position data, temperature data, even current program register values wirelessly to the receiver. They can easily fit into a breadboard and work well with microcontrollers to create a very simple wireless data link. Since these are only transmitters, they will only work communicating data one-way, you would need two pairs (of different frequencies) to act as a transmitter/receiver pair.

We now stock the RF Link Receiver - 4800bps (434MHz).

Note:These modules are indiscriminate and will receive a fair amount of noise. Both the transmitter and receiver work at common frequencies and don't have IDs. Therefore, a method of filtering this noise and pairing transmitter and receiver will be necessary. The example code below shows such an example for basic operation. Please refer to the example code and links below for ways to accomplish a robust wireless data link.

Features:

434 MHz

500ft range (given perfect conditions)

4800bps data rate

5V supply voltage

Documents:

Arduino Library

Example Code

Datasheet

KLP Walkthrough Tutorial

Good AVR Tutorial

PIC32 Pinguino

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:02:19 GMT

This is an Arduino footprint board using the 32 bit PIC32MX440F256H MCU.

PIC32MX440F256H 80 Mhz microcontroller 256KB Flash 32KB RAM
DC/DC power supply allows power supply voltage from 9 to 30V DC thus making possible to take virtually any power supply adapter on the market, also enables applications using industrial power supplies 24VDC.
Carefully selected all components to work reliable in industrial temperature range -25+85C so the board can be used in industrial applications.
Ultra low power voltage regulators and the consumption is only few microamps, which enables handheld and battery powered applications.
Li-Ion rechargable battery power supply option with built-in on board charger, so when you attach a battery it is automatically charged and kept in this state until the other power source (USB or external adapter) is removed and it automatically will power the board - no jumpers, no switches!
UEXT connector which allow many existing modules like RF, ZIGBEE, GSM, GPS to be connected
allow RTC - Real Time Clock.
Noise immune design.
Separate voltage regulator for the analog part, which allow the ADC to be read correctly without the digital noise pickup.
Optionally if someone need higher precision and temperature stability in analog reading we have provision on the board for Aref preciese source.
The LEDs and buttons are on the edge of the board so there is easy access even if the boards have shields on them
All components are lower than the connectors, so the shields do not interference with them
Mini USB connector is used which is common and used in most cell phones, so you do not have to buy other cables
Original Arduino design had flaw and the connectors were not spaced at 0.1" this made perfo board use impossible, to keep the compatibility identical spacing has been used with an added connector next to this at 0.1" which the can use with perforated boards
All signals on the connectors are printed on top and on bottom of the board, so when you check with probe you know exactly which port you are measuring
4 mount holes make board attachment easier

DOCUMENTS:

PIC32-PINGUINO.pdf - User manual

HARDWARE:

PIC32-PINGUINO REV.B schematic in PDF format
PIC32-PINGUINO REV.B Eagle schematic file released under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 United States License
PIC32-PINGUINO REV.B Eagle board file released under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 United States License
SOFTWARE:

pinguino.cc web site

Olimexino-STM32 Maple / Arduino Like Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 14:05:27 GMT

ARDUINO / MAPLE like board with STM32F103RBT6.

STM32F103RBT6 microcontroller
DCDC power supply allows power input voltage from 9 to 30V DC thus making possible to take virtually any power supply adapter on the market, also enables applications which are in industrial power supply 24vDC.
Carefully selected all components to work reliably in industrial temperature range -25+85C so the board can be used in Industrial applications.
Ultra low power voltage regulators and the consumption is only few microamps, which enables handheld and battery powered applications.
Li-Ion rechargable battery power supply option with Built-in on board charger, so when you attach battery it is automatically charged and kept in this state until the other power source (USB or external adapter) is removed and it Automatically will power the board - no jumpers, no switches!
UEXT connector which allow many existing modules like RF, ZIGBEE, GSM, GPS to be connected.
Allow RTC - Real Time Clock.
CAN with driver allows automotive applications.
MicoSD-card for data logging.
Noise Immune design.
Separate voltage regulator for the analog part, which allow the ADC to be read correctly without the digital noise pickup.
Optionally if someone requires higher precision and temperature stability in analog reading there is a provision on the board for Aref preciese source.
The LEDs and buttons are on the edge of the board so there is easy access even if the boards have shields on them
All components are lower than the connectors, so the shields do not interference with them
Mini USB connector is used which is common and used in most cell phones, so you do not have to buy other cables
Original Arduino design had a flaw where the connectors were not spaced at 0.1" this made perfo board use impossible, to keep the compatibility there is the same spacing and added next to this connector on 0.1" which you can use with perforated boards
All signals on the connectors are printed on top and on bottom of the board, so when you check with probe you know exactly which port you are measuring
4 mount holes make board attachment easier

DOCUMENTS:

OLIMEXINO-STM32.pdf - User manual

HARDWARE:

OLIMEXINO-STM32 REV.A schematic in PDF format
OLIMEXINO-STM32 REV.A Eagle schemaitc file released under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 United States License
OLIMEXINO-STM32 REV.A Eagle board file released under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 United States License
SOFTWARE:

MAPLE web site

Triple Axis Magnetometer Breakout - MAG3110

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:09:14 GMT

Freescale’s MAG3110 is a small, low-power, digital 3-axis magnetometer. The device can be used in conjunction with a 3-axis accelerometer to produce orientation independent accurate compass heading information. It features a standard I2C serial interface output and smart embedded functions. It's also a tiny QFN package which isn't very easy to play with so here is our easy to use breakout board. This board breaks out all of the pins for the MAG3110FCR1 to a standard 0.1" header and also supplies the necessary filtering capacitors so that you can easily use it in your next navigation project.

Features:

1.95V to 3.6V Supply Voltage

7-bit I2C address = 0x0E

Full Scale Range ±1000 μT

Sensitivity of 0.10 μT

Dimensions: 13.3 x 14.5 mm

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (MAG3110FCR1)

Example Code

Breadboard Power Supply 5V/3.3V

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:41:50 GMT

A very simple breadboard power supply kit that takes power from a DC wall wart and outputs a selectable 5V or 3.3V regulated voltage. The .1" headers are mounted on the bottom of the PCB for simple insertion into a breadboard. Pins labeled VCC and GND plug directly into the power lines. The lone pair of pins have no electrical connection but help support the PCB.

There are two pins available within the barrel jack footprint. Any stripped +/- DC supply can be connected instead of the barrel connector. Board has both an On/Off switch and a voltage select switch (3.3V/5V).

Comes as a bag of parts kit and is easily assembled if you can follow the silkscreen indicators and have beginning experience with a soldering iron. You will need to read the resistor bands or use a multimeter to determine the resistor sizes.

Check out Sparkfun's Unregulated Power Supply Tutorial!

Kit Contains:

DC Barrel Connector (2.1mm center positive)

TO-220 Voltage Regulator (LM317 1.5A max current)

1N4004 Reverse Protection Diode

100uF 25V Capacitor

10uF 25V Capacitor

0.1uF 50V Capacitor

Red Power LED - High Brightness

2pcs SPDT Slide Switch

4pcs 0.1" Header Pins

2pcs 330 Resistor 1/6W

390 Resistor 1/6W

240 Resistor 1/6W

Bare PCB with Silkscreen Indicators

PTC resettable fuse

Documents: Schematic

Dimensions: 1.25x1.25"

IC Hook with Pigtail

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 11:03:45 GMT

These are good quality IC test hooks with a male connection wire. Instead of a single hook, these have two hooks that are capable of grabbing very small points (like SOIC IC legs). Comes in a bag of five IC hooks of different colors (black, red, white, blue, and green). We use them with the Bus Pirate logic analyser harnesses but are very cool on their own.

Wire length is 2.5" long. Male pin easily inserts into breadboard or other standard 0.1" connector.

Flex Sensor 4.5 inch

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 10:22:18 GMT

A simple flex sensor 4.5" in length. As the sensor is flexed, the resistance across the sensor increases. Patented technology by Spectra Symbol - they claim these sensors were used in the original Nintendo Power Glove. I love the Nintendo Power Glove. It's so bad!

The resistance of the flex sensor changes when the metal pads are on the outside of the bend (text on inside of bend).

Connector is 0.1" spaced and bread board friendly. Check datasheet for full specifications.
Documents:

Datasheet

ITP Sensor Workshop

ChipworkX Development System

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 13:28:06 GMT

This is a professional level development board for the highly featured ChipworkX Module (included). It's an impressive beast with a 4.3" TFT Display touch screen, USB A/B, LAN connector, SD card slot, direction keypad *stereo* speakers, an Xbee socket and lots lots more. IO signals from the ChipWorkX model are broken out via 0.1" headers, and there's even battery backup.

We wouldn't recommend this to beginners, but if you're a pro or semi-pro, this platform will make an ideal high speed development environment for your next .NET MF project. It's good enough to use as a drop-in hardware solution, or just as a test-bed.

If you're looking for the ChipworkX Module on its own we sell it here.
Features

ChipworkX MINI9261I Module
480x272 4.3" TFT Display with touch screen.
RJ-45 Ethernet connector
Standard JTAG connector
TFT signals exposed
Digital IOs exposed on 0.1" header pins.
2 SPI (8/16bit)
I2C
RS232 interface with hardware handshaking.
3 UART
1 PWM
One-wire interface
SD/MMC card connector
USB Device port
Dual USB Host ports
XBee module connector for wireless communications
3D Accelerometer BMA020
MP3\MIDI decoder chip VS1053
Stereo Speakers and audio jack
Touch screen controller with 2 ADC ports
Real Time Clock Battery
LEDs and Push buttons
Power over USB
DC power input 7~30 volts
Resources

Brochure and Pinouts
Development System Schematics V1.2
Development System Schematics V1.5
Getting Started Guide
LQ043T1DG01 TFT LCD Manual
Microsoft Visual C# Express
Microsoft NETMF 4.1 SDK
GHI NETMF v4.1 SDK
Beginners Guide to NETMF
Microsoft NETMF API Reference
GHI NETMF Library Documentation
Downloads and Tutorials
GHI NETMF USB Drivers 32-Bit Auto Installer
GHI NETMF USB Drivers 64-Bit Auto Installer
TeraTerm Terminal
WIZnet Ethernet Library Documentation

RF Explorer (ISM bands)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:29:29 GMT

This is a excellent, battery powered basic spectrum analyser for the frequency range of 240-960 MHz, covering both Region 1 and Region 2 ISM bands

The unit comes in a hardy metal case, and is about the size of 2 packs of cards laid end to end.Readings are seen via a clear LCD panel, with 6 control buttons on the front panel. Recharging of the unit is achieved by plugging it in to a powered USB port via the USB mini socket.

Although the unit is fine for portable use, you can also download client software for your PC and watch live readings on your PC screen.

This unit is simply stunning value for money, and outshines many Spectrum analysers ten times the price!

Please visit this link for information on protecting your instrument.

Feature

Pocket size and light weight
Solid aluminum metal case
Spectrum Analyzer mode with Peak Max and Hold, Normal, Overwrite and Averaging modes
Lifetime free firmware upgrades available, open to community requested features
High capacity Lipo for 16hs+ of continuous run, rechargeable by USB
Windows PC client Open Source
Can be extended with internal Expansion Modules for additional band and functionality
Wide band coverage to all popular sub-1Ghz ISM bands, including 315MHz, 433MHz, 868MHzand 915MHz, also including UHF TV, 70cm and 33cm HAM radio, GSM, etc. Any frequency from 240MHz to 960MHz is covered.

Important: Note this unit does not include RF Generator functionality, only Spectrum Analyzer functionality is available

Specification

Frequency band: 240 - 960 MHz
Frequency span: 112KHz - 100MHz
Graphics LCD 128x64 pixels, great visibility outdoors
PC Windows client supports Windows XP/Vista/Win7 both 32 and 64bits
Backlight for great indoor visibility
Standard SMA 50 ohms connector, wideband Nagoya NA-773 telescopic antenna included
Amplitude resolution: 0.5dBm
Dynamic range: -115dBm to 0dBm
Absolute Max input power: +5dBm
Average noise level (typical): -110dBm
Frequency stability and accuracy (typical): +-10ppm
Amplitude stability and accuracy (typical): +-3dBm
Frequency resolution: 1Khz
Resolution bandwidth (RBW): automatic 2.6Khz to 600Khz
Weight: 185g
Size: 113x70x25 mm

Resources

User Manual
PC Client
USB Driver
Hacker's Corner
Model Map

RF Explorer (2.4GHz)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:03:22 GMT

This is a excellent, battery powered basic spectrum analyser for the frequency range of 2400-2485 MHz, covering the band used by WiFi, Xbee and many other technologies.

The unit comes in a hardy metal case, and is about the size of 2 packs of cards laid end to end.Readings are seen via a clear LCD panel, with 6 control buttons on the front panel. Recharging of the unit is achieved by plugging it in to a powered USB port via the USB mini socket.

This unit has a number of operational modes, including a WiFi channel analyser and a RF signal generator.

Although the unit is fine for portable use, you can also download client software for your PC and watch live readings on your PC screen.

This unit is simply stunning value for money, and outshines many Spectrum analysers ten times the price!

Please visit this link for information on protecting your instrument.

Features

Pocket size and light weight

Solid aluminum metal case

Spectrum Analyzer mode with Peak Max and Hold, Normal, Overwrite and Averaging modes

Integrated RF Signal Generator

Lifetime free firmware upgrades available, open to community requested features

High capacity Lipo for 16hs+ of continuous run, rechargeable by USB

Windows PC client Open Source

Can be extended with internal Expansion Modules for additional band and functionality

Specifications

Frequency band: 2400-2485 MHz

Frequency span: 2-85 Mhz

Graphics LCD 128x64 pixels, great visibility outdoors

PC Windows client supports Windows XP/Vista/Win7 both 32 and 64bits

Backlight for great indoor visibility

Standard SMA 50 ohms connector, a matching antenna is included

Amplitude resolution: 0.5dBm

Dynamic range: -105dBm to -15dBm

Absolute Max input power: +5dBm

Average noise level (typical): -100dBm

RF Generator amplitude: -30dBm to +1dBm

Frequency stability and accuracy (typical): +-10ppm

Amplitude stability and accuracy (typical): +-3dBm

Frequency resolution: 1Khz

Resolution bandwidth (RBW): automatic 58Khz to 812Khz

Weight: 185g

Size: 113x70x25 mm

Resources

User Manual
PC Client
USB Driver
Hacker's Corner
Model Map

Solar Panel 1 Watt

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:12:58 GMT

This is 80mm x 100mm solar panel. At peak output it produces 0.935W power with a peak voltage of 5.5V and current of 170mA. The panel weighs around 34g. Its power connection wires are 12cm long and terminated with a 2 pin female JST plug, which can be easily cut off if not needed. The cell is quite tough, but like all solar cells small amounts of damage (scratches etc) can degrade performance.

Efficiency is 15.5% and the module is about 2mm deep.

USB Host Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 17:13:11 GMT

The USB Host Shield contains all of the digital logic and analog circuitry necessary to implement a full-speed USB peripheral/host controller with your Arduino. This means you could use your Arduino to interface with and control any USB slave device - thumbdrives, digital cameras, bluetooth dongles, and much more!

A four-wire serial interface is used to communicate with the host controller chip, so the shield connects the Arduino's hardware SPI pins (D10-13) to the MAX3421E. A USB type A female connector is wired up to the IC, and it also supplies 5V as any normal USB port would.

The Host Shield takes its power from the 'Vin' pin on your Arduino. Power from that pin is regulated to both 5V and 3.3V on the shield. All SPI signals are sent through a hex converter to step them down to 3.3V.

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (MAX3421E)

Projects and Code (Thanks Oleg!)

Wearable Keypad

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 13:12:05 GMT

This flexible silicone keypad is all sealed up and ready to incorporate into your next wearable gadget. The button pad consists of five buttons: up, down, left, right and a center button. It even has a controllable red LED backlight! These would make great pads for controlling portable music players.

Documents:

Datasheet

Example Code

3D Printer Extruder Head

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 10:36:11 GMT

A spare extruder head for our UP! Plus Personal Portable 3D Printer.

Passive PoE Cable Set

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 13:12:16 GMT

Integrating Ethernet support into your project is a great way to relay data through a local area network and even bounce information out to the internet. Sometimes it's hard to get power to your Ethernet devices. Wouldn't it be convenient to use the same cable for power and data? Using these power over Ethernet adapters, you can do just that!

Each cable has a female RJ45 on one side which is adapted to a male RJ45 and 5.5x2.1mm barrel jack connector on the other side. The 'injector' cable has a female barrel jack connector and the 'splitter' cable has a male barrel jack. Simply attach the cables at each end of your network cable, plug the male barrel jack from the splitter into your target device and plug your power adapter into the injector. Now you can use one cable to provide both power and data for your Ethernet enabled device.

Note: You are getting a set of two cables.

Documents:

Datasheet

We sell the Arduino Ethernet with PoE Module which can be powered via PoE

AttoPilot Voltage and Current Sense Breakout - 180A

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 09:29:53 GMT

This is a small voltage and current sense PCB. DC current is determined by measuring a voltage drop across a pair of parallel shunt resistors, then converted to a final analog voltage output by the TI INA-169. Voltage sense is accomplished by scaling to 3.3V ADC range by a precision resistor divider.

The PCB is supplied without leads or connectors. The pad sizes are large enough to accommodate 12 gauge heavy duty leads (see datasheet) but care must be exercised in soldering. Smaller gauge leads are considerably easier to solder without creating shorts.

Features:

51.8V Max

178.8A Max

Very low zero current offset

Analog output scaled for 3.3V ADC

Self Powered

Dimensions: 4 x 15 x 19mm

Documents:

Datasheet

Example Sketch

ProtoSnap - LilyPad Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:33:40 GMT

The ProtoSnap series is a new way to prototype your project without a breadboard. Everything is wired together on a single board, which makes it easy to explore the possibilities of the components before snapping them apart and building them into your project.

The ProtoSnap LilyPad Development Board is designed to get you started in the world of e-textiles. Combining a LilyPad Simple Board with other LilyPad components like a buzzer, a vibration motor, an RGB LED, a button, a switch, five LEDs, a light sensor, and a temperature sensor, the ProtoSnap LilyPad Development Board lets you dive right into wearable electronics. When you’ve learned how to program the LilyPad Arduino Simple Board, break apart the components and explore the power of the LilyPad platform.

Included on the Board:

1 x LilyPad Simple Board

1 x LilyPad Button

1 x LilyPad Slide Switch

5 x LilyPad White LED

1 x LilyPad RGB tri-color LED

1 x LilyPad Light Sensor

1 x LilyPad Temperature Sensor

1 x LilyPad Buzzer

1 x LilyPad Vibe board

1 x LilyPad FTDI Basic

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Getting Started Guide

ProtoSnap - Pro Mini

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 11:16:17 GMT

The ProtoSnap is an Arduino-compatible development platform aimed at teaching the basics of Arduino programming as efficiently as possible. It requires zero assembly, wiring, or soldering, so you can jump right into programming the ProtoSnap to control LEDs, buzzers, light sensors, and more. There's even a small prototyping space so you can add your own parts!

Once you’ve gotten a firm grasp of the programming, you can snap off the individual components of the ProtoSnap for use in future projects. Those components include an Arduino Pro Mini microcontroller platform and an FTDI Basic Breakout to program it.

Note: The first 3 rows of the protoboard are bussed together so you can use the for GND, VCC, or whatever else you need to connect together.

Included on the Board:

1 x Arduino Pro Mini 5V/16MHz

1 x FTDI Basic Breakout 5V

1 x Buzzer

1 x RGB LED

1 x Light Sensor

1 x Push Button

1 x Protoboard

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Getting Started Guide

Example Code

m3pi Robot with mbed Socket

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:58:51 GMT

The Pololu m3pi robot consists of a 3pi robot base with a fully assembled m3pi expansion board as its second level. This expansion board enables the use of ARM�s powerful 32-bit mbed development board as the robot�s high-level controller, which offers significantly more processing power and free I/O lines than the 3pi�s built-in 8-bit AVR microcontroller. There are also sockets for Wixel and XBee wireless serial modules as well as prototyping space for additional sensors and electronics.

The Pololu m3pi User�s Guide is available here.

The base Pololu 3pi robot is a complete, high-performance mobile platform featuring two micro metal gearmotors, five reflectance sensors, an 8�2 character LCD, a buzzer, and three user pushbuttons, all connected to a C-programmable ATmega328 microcontroller. Capable of speeds exceeding 3 feet per second, 3pi is a great first robot for ambitious beginners and a perfect second robot for those looking to move up from non-programmable or slower beginner robots.

The 3pi robot is designed to excel in line-following and maze-solving competitions. It has a small size (9.5 cm/3.7" diameter, 83 g/2.9 oz without batteries) and takes just four AAA cells (not included), while a unique power system runs the motors at a constant 9.25 V independent of the battery charge level. The regulated voltage allows the 3pi to reach speeds up to 100 cm/second while making precise turns and spins that don’t vary with the battery voltage.

The 3pi robot makes a great platform for people with C programming experience to learn robotics, and it is a fun environment for ambitious beginners to learn C programming. At its heart is an Atmel ATmega328P microcontroller running at 20 MHz and featuring 32 KB of flash program memory, 2 KB RAM, and 1 KB of persistent EEPROM memory. The popular, free GNU C/C++ compiler works perfectly with the 3pi, Atmel’s AVR Studio provides a comfortable development environment, and an extensive set of libraries provided by Pololu makes it a breeze to interface with all of the integrated hardware. The 3pi is also compatible with the popular Arduino development platform. A number of sample programs are provided to show how to use the various 3pi components, as well as how to perform more complex behaviors such as line following and maze solving.

The robot can be programmed by using any AVR 6-pin JTAG programmer. The ISP-500 or ISP-500-TINY from Olimex are ideal.
Resources

Pololu 3pi Robot User’s Guide(Printable PDF: 3pi.pdf)
Pololu AVR C/C++ Library User’s Guide (Printable PDF: pololu_avr_library.pdf)Information about installing and using the C/C++ libraries provided for use with Pololu products. Pololu AVR Library Command Reference(Printable PDF: avr_library_commands.pdf)
Building Line Following and Line Maze Courses (Printable PDF: building_line_courses.pdf)
Programming Orangutans and the 3pi Robot from the Arduino Environment (Printable PDF: orangutan_arduino.pdf)
Guide to making the Arduino IDE compatible with the 3pi robot and the Orangutan SV-168, Orangutan LV-168, and Baby Orangutan B robot controllers, including Arduino libraries for interfacing with the all of their on-board hardware.
Sample Project: 3pi Wall Follower(Printable PDF: 3pi_wall_follower.pdf)
Sample Project: RC 3pi(Printable PDF: rc_3pi.pdf) Application Note: Using the Motor Driver on the 3pi Robot and Orangutan Robot Controllers (Printable PDF: motor_driver_application_note.pdf)
3pi Robot Videos
3pi quick-start sheet and schematic
3pi simplified schematic diagram
Pololu 3pi Robot guia de usuario
Line Maze Algorithm Presentation
WinAVR
AVR Studio
ATmega328P documentation
ATmega168 documentation
Pololu 3pi Forum Section
Pololu 3pi: the 10,000 Mile Review
AVR Freaks
Tutorial: AVR Programming on the Mac

Ribbon Crimp Connector - 10-pin (2x5 Female)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 13:34:53 GMT

These 2x5 crimp connectors can be snapped onto 10-wire ribbon cable to make your own cable assemblies and keep your connections organized. Simply press the connector onto your ribbon cable, no soldering required, which makes it easy to add as many mid-cable connectors as you need.

We also sell this 10 wire ribbon cable.

Ribbon Crimp Connector - 6-pin (2x3 Female)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 11:44:06 GMT

These 2x3 crimp connectors can be snapped onto 6-wire ribbon cable to make your own cable assemblies and keep your connections organized. Simply press the connector onto your ribbon cable, no soldering required, which makes it easy to add as many mid-cable connectors as you need.

We sell two 6-wire ribbon cables, a 15ft version and a 3ft version.

Ribbon Cable - 6 wire (15ft)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 11:32:59 GMT

Ribbon cable is really helpful in situations where you need to make a lot of connections without a big mess of wires. Nothing makes a project look more finished than a nice clean wiring harness.

This is a 15ft. length of 6-wire ribbon cable. We also sell crimp-on connectors that will fit this cable.

Ribbon Cable - 10 wire (15ft)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 11:14:31 GMT

Ribbon cable is really helpful in situations where you need to make a lot of connections without a big mess of wires. Nothing makes a project look more finished than a nice clean wiring harness.

This is a 15ft. length of 10-wire ribbon cable. We also stock crimp-on connectors that will fit this cable.

Ribbon Cable - 6 wire (3ft)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:54:04 GMT

Ribbon cable is really helpful in situations where you need to make a lot of connections without a big mess of wires. Nothing makes a project look more finished than a nice clean wiring harness.

This is a 3ft. length of 6-wire ribbon cable. We also sell crimp-on connectors that will fit this cable.

Wixel Programmable USB Wireless Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:36:38 GMT

The Pololu Wixel is a general-purpose programmable module featuring a 2.4 GHz radio and USB. You can write your own software or load precompiled, open-source apps onto the TI CC2511F32 microcontroller at the heart of the Wixel, turning it into a wireless serial link, data logger, or whatever you need for your current project. With 29 KB of available flash and 4 KB of RAM, the Wixel is even suitable as the main controller for a robot or other system. This version ships with 0.1" male header pins included but not soldered in, allowing for custom installations.

Features

Full-speed USB
2.4 GHz Radio with 256 available channels that can be configured dynamically
Programmable through USB bootloader (no external programmer required)
Pre-compiled, open-source apps available
Wixel SDK for developing your own applications in C using open source tools and libraries
0.1" pin spacing (compatible with standard breadboards and 0.1" perfboards)
3 indicator LEDs
15 user I/O lines, featuring 6 analog inputs, 2 USARTs (for serial or SPI), and 7 timer channels (capable of PWM)
4KB of RAM and 29KB of application program memory (flash)

Specifications

Operating voltage: 2.7 - 6.5V
Operating current: up to approximately 30mA (can get down to ~100�A when in sleep mode)
Radio

Frequency: 2400 - 2483.5 MHz
Range: approximately 40 feet (under typical conditions indoors)
Bit rate: programmable, up to 350kbps
Effective data rate: up to 10KB/s

Size: 0.7" - 1.5"
Weight without header pins installed: 3.2g

Documents

Pololu Wixel User Guide
Wixel Schematic Diagram
Wixel Pinout and Peripherals
Wixel Windows Drivers and Software (release 110322)
Wixel Development Bundle for Windows (version 110322)

Conductive Thread Bobbin - 60ft

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:05:55 GMT

This is 60 feet of conductive thread spun from stainless steel fiber and wound on a plastic bobbin. Use it to sew up all of your e-textile projects. This small bobbin is a great way to get into wearable electronics without the upfront cost of buying an entire spool of thread. 60 feet of thread is enough to get a simple design stitched onto your shirt, backpack or hat.

What sets this thread apart from the other conductive thread that we carry is the fact that it's actually spun from stainless steel fibers and doesn't have a Nylon core. This means that while it may not be easy to solder to, because it's stainless, it also won't burn up when you touch it with a soldering iron. Also, it's somewhat 'hairy' and can be slightly more difficult to work with in close, fine conditions than the other thread. Our resident E-Textiles expert suggests waxing the thread for hand sewing, as this should take care of any 'hairy thread' issues. Since waxing is impractical in machine sewing applications, avoid sewing close connections by machine as the 'hairs' could potentially short across small distances.

Features:

Made from Stainless Steel Fibers

Resistance: 28 Ohms/Ft

mbed LPC1768 Bundle

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:46:58 GMT

This bundle combines the popular mbed LPC1768 Workshop Development Board (version 2 rev b) with the mbed LPC1768 Header Board.

Arduino Mega ADK for Android

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:24:01 GMT

The Arduino ADK is a microcontroller board based on the ATmega2560 (datasheet). It has a USB host interface to connect with Android based phones.

It is compatible with Android's Accessory Development Kit examples. It has 54 digital input/output pins (of which 14 can be used as PWM outputs), 16 analog inputs, 4 UARTs (hardware serial ports), a 16 MHz crystal oscillator, a USB connection, a power jack, an ICSP header, and a reset button.

The ADK is based on the Mega 2560.

For information on using the board with the Android OS, see (Google's ADK documentation)

STM32-H107

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 12:36:44 GMT

Header board for STM32F107 Cortex-M3 Microcontroller.

The ARM Cortex-M3 processor is the latest generation of ARM processors for embedded systems. It has been developed to provide a low-cost platform that meets the needs of MCU implementation, with a reduced pin count and low-power consumption, while delivering outstanding computational performance and an advanced system response to interrupts. The ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC processor features exceptional code-efficiency, delivering the high-performance expected from an ARM core in the memory size usually associated with 8- and 16-bit devices.
The STM32F107 Performance Line family has an embedded ARM core and is therefore compatible with all ARM tools and software. It combines the high performance ARM Cortex-M3 CPU with an extensive range of peripheral functions and enhanced I/O capabilities. STM32-H107 is low cost development board for the new ST Cortex-M3 based microcontrollers STM32F107VCT6. This board is perfect solution for USB peripherials development. All microcontroller ports are available on extension connectors.

Features:

CPU: STM32F107VCT6 32 bit ARM-based microcontroller with 256 KB Flash, 64KB RAM, USB OTG, Ethernet, 10 timers, 2 CANs, 2 ADCs, 14 communication interfaces
JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging
25 Mhz quartz crystal
USB_OTG
Power Jack
WKUP button
RESET button
Two status leds
Power-on led
3V battery connector
Extension port connectors for many of microcontrollers pins
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 70x50mm (2.76x1.97")

Documents:

STM32-H107.pdf - users manual
Hardware:

STM32-H107 schematic
JTAG connector (top view)
Software:

Demo examples Blinking LED and USB OTG for EW-ARM 5.50

USB B Socket Breakout Board with Pin Headers

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 16:13:05 GMT

This is a simple breakout board for a standard USB B socket. Signals are broken out to 4 0.1" breadboard friendly spaced pins and clearly labelled on the the top side. Pin headers have been soldered to this board.

This is a clearance line at a promo price - when they're gone, they're gone!

Polymer Lithium Ion Battery - 110mAh

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 09:51:34 GMT

This is a very small, extremely light weight battery based on the new Polymer Lithium Ion chemistry. This is the highest energy density currently in production. Each cells outputs a nominal 3.7V at 110mAh! Comes terminated with a standard 2-pin JST connector - 2mm spacing between pins. These batteries require special charging. Do not attempt to charge these with anything but a specialized Lithium Polymer charger.

Battery includes built-in protection against over voltage, over current, and minimum voltage.

Note: Be careful with the JST connectors. They can stick in tightly and tugging on them can damage the connector. Check this tutorial for an easy way to remove them safely.

Features:

2C continuous discharge - very high for low price

Excellent long-term self-discharge rates (<8% per month)

Robust power source under extreme conditions (-25 to 60C)

Dimensions: 0.19x0.52x1.19" (4.7x13x28mm)
Weight: 2.65g

Documents:

UnionBattery-110mAh.pdf

JST connector

Arduino Cookbook

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:25:23 GMT

Create your own toys, remote controllers, alarms, detectors, robots, and many other projects with the Arduino device. This simple microcontroller board lets artists and designers build a variety of amazing objects and prototypes that interact with the physical world. With this cookbook you can dive right in and experiment with more than a hundred tips and techniques, no matter what your skill level is.
The recipes in this book provide solutions for most common problems and questions Arduino users have, including everything from programming fundamentals to working with sensors, motors, lights, and sound, or communicating over wired and wireless networks. You'll find the examples and advice you need to begin, expand, and enhance your projects right away.
Get to know the Arduino development environment
Understand the core elements of the Arduino programming language
Use common output devices for light, motion, and sound
Interact with almost any device that has a remote control
Learn techniques for handling time delays and time measurement
Use simple ways to transfer digital information from sensors to the Arduino device
Create complex projects that incorporate shields and external modules
Use and modify existing Arduino libraries, and learn how to create your own

Make: Arduino Bots and Gadgets

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:44:49 GMT

***NO VAT ON THIS PRODUCT***

Want to build your own robots, turn your ideas into prototypes, control devices with a computer, or make your own cell phone applications? It's a snap with this book and the Arduino open source electronic prototyping platform. Get started with six fun projects and achieve impressive results quickly.
Gain the know-how and experience to invent your own cool gadgets.
With Arduino, building your own embedded gadgets is easy, even for beginners. Embedded systems are everywhere—inside cars, children’s toys, and mobile phones. This book will teach you the basics of embedded systems and help you build your first gadget in just a few days. Each learn-as-you-build project that follows will add to your knowledge and skills.
Experiment with Arduino, the popular microcontroller board
Build robots and electronic projects with easy-to-follow instructions
Turn your ideas into working physical prototypes
Use Android phones as remote controls in your projects
Work with an uncomplicated programming language created for artists, designers, and hobbyists
Get everyone involved, with projects that even beginners can build

Getting Started with the Internet of Things

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:37:11 GMT

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What is the Internet of Things? It's billions of embedded computers, sensors, and actuators all connected online. If you have basic programming skills, you can use these powerful little devices to create a variety of useful systems—such as a device that waters plants when the soil becomes dry. This hands-on guide shows you how to start building your own fun and fascinating projects.
Learn to program embedded devices using the .NET Micro Framework and the Netduino Plus board. Then connect your devices to the Internet with Pachube, a cloud platform for sharing real-time sensor data. All you need is a Netduino Plus, a USB cable, a couple of sensors, an Ethernet connection to the Internet—and your imagination.
Develop programs with simple outputs (actuators) and inputs (sensors)
Learn about the Internet of Things and the Web of Things
Build client programs that push sensor readings from a device to a web service
Create server programs that allow you to control a device over the Web
Get the .NET classes and methods needed to implement all of the book's examples

Fashioning Technology

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 14:26:11 GMT

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Ready to take your craft projects to the next level? With "smart" materials, unorthodox assembly techniques, and the right tools, you can create accessories, housewares, and toys that light up, make sounds, or do even more. Fashioning Technology is an introductory DIY book that brings technology and crafts together in a fun and unique way. You get jargon-free primers and lots of how-to projects that will have you making -- and even wearing -- functional works of art.

Written for a broad audience, this book demonstrates how to blend sewing and assembly techniques with traditional electronics to assemble simple circuits using conductive thread, solder joints for snaps, and switches for buttons. With the sewing machine as a viable substitute for the soldering iron, you can craft a new generation of objects that are interactive, quirky, and fashion-conscious.

Author Syuzi Pakhchyan, a seasoned artist, roboticist, and teacher, explains how to use smart materials such as thermo- and photochromatic inks that change color by touch or sunlight, magnetic and conductive paints, polymorph plastic, fiber optics, and more.

In Fashioning Technology, you'll find:

An invaluable reference section that breaks down the materials, components, and tools with clear, concise explanations and photos

A wide range of projects, including electronic accessories, interactive plush toys, and color-changing blinds, all using diverse crafting techniques

Techniques for seasoned crafters interested in incorporating simple electronics into their own projects

Methods for makers proficient in electronics who are looking for unconventional ways to create novel projects

Each project encourages you to personalize and customize using your own designs, materials, and craft skills. Fashioning Technology translates traditional electronics into fun, fashionable interactive projects for the geek, fashionista, and the craft aficionado alike. Now you really can be the flashiest dresser in town.

We sell many of the products featured in this book, including the Lilypad range and conductive thread.

STM32-P107

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 12:18:32 GMT

STM-P107 is low cost entry board for developing with STM32F107VCT6 Cortex M3 microcontrollers from ST. This board is perfect solution for USB peripherials development. All microcontroller ports are available on extension connectors.

Features:

CPU: STM32F107VCT6 32 bit ARM-based microcontroller with 256 KB Flash, 64 KB RAM, USB OTG, Ethernet, 10 timers, 2 CANs, 2 ADCs, 14 communication interfaces
JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging
25 Mhz quartz crystal
USB_OTG
USB_HOST
100Mbit Ethernet
RS232
Mini SD/MMC card connector
UEXT connector
Power Jack
Two user buttons
RESET button and circuit
Two status leds
Power-on led
3V battery connector
Extension port connectors for many of microcontrollers pins
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 132.08x96.52mm (5.2x3.8")

Documents:

STM32-P107.pdf - users manual
Hardware:

STM32-P107 schematic REV.A
JTAG connector (top view)
Software:

Blinking LED Demo software for EW-ARM 5.50
Ethernet Demo software for EW-ARM 5.50
USB Demo software for EW-ARM 5.50
SD card Demo software for EW-ARM 5.50

Triple Axis Accelerometer - ADXL335

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 15:15:30 GMT

We have the ADXL335 with breakout board here.

The ADXL335 is a small, thin, low power, complete 3-axis accelerometer with signal conditioned voltage outputs. The product measures acceleration with a minimum full-scale range of ±3 g. It can measure the static acceleration of gravity in tilt-sensing applications, as well as dynamic acceleration resulting from motion, shock, or vibration.

The user selects the bandwidth of the accelerometer using the CX, CY, and CZ capacitors at the XOUT, YOUT, and ZOUT pins. Bandwidths can be selected to suit the application.

Features:

1.8V- 3.6V single-supply operation

Integrated X, Y, and Z axis accelerometer on a single chip

X and Y axis has a 0.5Hz to 1600Hz bandwidth

Z axis has a 0.5Hz to 550Hz bandwidth

Hermetically sealed for temp and humidity resistance

10,000 g shock tolerant

LFCSP_LQ Package

Dimensions:4 x 4 x 1.45mm

Documents:

ADXL335 Datasheet

Barometric Pressure Sensor - BMP085

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 10:47:43 GMT

The BMP085 is a high-precision, ultra-low power barometric pressure sensor. It offers a measuring range of 300 to 1100 hPa with an absolute accuracy of down to 0.03 hPa. The BMP085 is based on piezo-resistive technology for EMC robustness, high accuracy and linearity as well as long term stability.

This sensor supports a voltage supply between 1.8 and 3.6VDC. It is designed to be connected directly to a micro-controller via the I²C bus

The BMP085 comes in an ultra-thin, 8-pin ceramic lead-less chip carrier (LCC) package.

You can find the BMP085 sensor with breakout board here.
Features:

Wide barometric pressure range

Digital two wire (I²C) interface

Flexible supply voltage range

Ultra-low power consumption

Low noise measurement

Fully calibrated

Temperature measurement included

Ultra-flat, small footprint

Dimensions:

5 x 5 mm (1.2 mm height)

Documents:

Datasheet

Product Flyer

SFE Eagle Library has this part!

Wiring Example

mbed User Review

5 Way Pin Header

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:47:44 GMT

This 5 way pin header has a 0.1" pitch so it will fit into a breadboard.

There is a datasheet available here.

Screw Terminals 3.5mm Pitch (3-Pin)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:51:02 GMT

Screw Terminals with 3.5mm pitch pins. They have the really cool feature of slide-locking together to form any size you need (up to 20 without problems). Rated up to 125V @ 6A. Terminal can accept 30 to 20AWG wire. 3.5mm/138mil pin pitch will not fit standard 0.1" perf boards but this is the most common pitch screw terminal.

Documents: Datasheet

SFE Eagle Library has this part!

Please note: These may fit standard perf boards if inserted diagonally.

iPod Connector Female SMD

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:11:25 GMT

This is the female connector found inside the iPod itself. Mates with the iPod connectors listed.

Documents:

iPod SMD Connector Datasheet

iPod Pinout

SFE Eagle Library has this part!

Triple Axis Magnetometer Breakout - HMC5883L

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 16:05:06 GMT

This is a breakout board for Honeywell's HMC5883L, a 3-axis digital compass. Communication with the HMC5883L is simple and all done through an I2C interface. There is no on-board regulator, so a regulated voltage of 2.16-3.6VDC should be supplied.

The breakout board includes the HMC5883L sensor and all filtering capacitors as shown. The power and 2-wire interface pins are all broken out to a 0.1" pitch header.

Features:

Simple I2C interface

2.16-3.6VDC supply range

Low current draw

5 milli-gauss resolution

Dimensions: 0.7x0.7" (17.78x17.78mm)

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (HMC5883L)

Example code (Arduino)

Digital Compass How-To Video

NetDuino Plus Starter Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 11:34:46 GMT

This kit comprises a NetDuino Plus development board and all the components you might need to get up to speed with the platform.

For technical details about the board please see the product page, and for more getting-started hints there is a projects page.

***NEW*** All kits now come in a lovely, quality compartmentalised plastic storage box - perfect for keeping all of your bits and bobs safe as your experiments get more complex!

Generic Starter Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:09:11 GMT

This kit includes all the components from our regular starter kits (Arduino Uno Starter Kit, Netduino Starter Kit), but without the board.

This is ideal if you already own a board and need a selection of handy parts to start experimenting.

NetDuino Starter Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 16:10:22 GMT

This kit comprises a NetDuino development board and all the components you might need to get up to speed with the platform.

For technical details about the board please see the product page, and for more getting-started hints there is a projects page.

***NEW*** All kits now come in a lovely, quality compartmentalised plastic storage box - perfect for keeping all of your bits and bobs safe as your experiments get more complex!

Arduino USB to Serial Converter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 15:17:02 GMT

This board converts a USB connection into 5 volt TX and RX that you can connect straight to the Arduino Mini or other microcontrollers, allowing them to talk to the computer.

It features the ATmega8U2 programmed as a USB-to-serial converter, the same chip found on the Arduino Uno. The USB Serial module has an ISCP interface, allowing you to reprogram the chip when placed in DFU mode.

The pinouts on the connector are compatible with a standard FTDI header.

Software:

Windows users need a .inf file for this specific product: Arduino_USBSerial.zip

For installation follow the same procedure on how install an UNO board on your computer.

Arduino Ethernet with PoE module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 14:35:33 GMT

The Arduino Ethernet is a microcontroller board based on the ATmega328 (datasheet). It has 14 digital input/output pins, 6 analog inputs, a 16 MHz crystal oscillator, a RJ45 connection, a power jack, an ICSP header, and a reset button.

NB: Pins 10, 11, 12 and 13 are reserved for interfacing with the Ethernet module and should not be used otherwise. This reduces the number of available pins to 9, with 4 available as PWM outputs.

We sell PoE Cables too

The Ethernet differs from other boards in that it does not have an onboard USB-to-serial driver chip, but has a Wiznet Ethernet interface. This is the same interface found on the Ethernet shield.

An onboard microSD card reader, which can be used to store files for serving over the network, is accessible through the SD Library. Pin 10 is reserved for the Wiznet interface, SS for the SD card is on Pin 4.

A six pin header can be connected to an FTDI cable or USB Serial board to provide USB power and communication to the board.

Summary

Microcontroller ATmega328

Operating Voltage 5V

Input Voltage (recommended) 7-12V

Input Voltage (limits) 6-20V

Digital I/O Pins 14 (of which 4 provide PWM output)

Arduino Pins reserved
10 to 13 used for SPI
4 used for SD card
2 W5100 interrupt (when bridged)
Analog Input Pins 6

DC Current per I/O Pin 40 mA

DC Current for 3.3V Pin 50 mA

Flash Memory 32 KB (ATmega328) of which 0.5 KB used by bootloader

SRAM 2 KB (ATmega328)

EEPROM 1 KB (ATmega328)

Clock Speed 16 MHz

W5100 TCP/IP Embedded Ethernet Controller

Power Over Ethernet ready Magnetic Jack

Micro SD card, with active voltage translators

Schematic & Reference Design
EAGLE files: arduino-ethernet-reference-design.zip

Schematic: arduino-ethernet-schematic.pdf
Power
The board can also be powered via an external power supply, the Power over Ethernet (PoE) module, or by using a FTDI cable/USB Serial connector.

External power can come either from an AC-to-DC adapter (wall-wart) or battery. The adapter can be connected by plugging a 2.1mm center-positive plug into the board's power jack. Leads from a battery can be inserted in the Gnd and Vin pin headers of the POWER connector.

The board can operate on an external supply of 6 to 20 volts. If supplied with less than 7V, however, the 5V pin may supply less than five volts and the board may be unstable. If using more than 12V, the voltage regulator may overheat and damage the board. The recommended range is 7 to 12 volts.

The power pins are as follows:

VIN. The input voltage to the Arduino board when it's using an external power source (as opposed to 5 volts from the USB connection or other regulated power source). You can supply voltage through this pin, or, if supplying voltage via the power jack, access it through this pin.
5V. The regulated power supply used to power the microcontroller and other components on the board. This can come either from VIN via an on-board regulator, or be supplied by USB or another regulated 5V supply.
3V3. A 3.3 volt supply generated by the on-board regulator. Maximum current draw is 50 mA.
GND. Ground pins.
The on-board PoE module is designed to extract power from a conventional twisted pair Category 5 Ethernet cable:
IEEE802.3af compliant
Low output ripple and noise (100mVpp)
Input voltage range 36V to 57V
Overload and short-circuit protection
9V Output
High efficiency DC/DC converter: typ 75% @ 50% load
1500V isolation (input to output)
NB: the Power over Ethernet module is proprietary hardware not made by Arduino, it is a third party accessory. For more information, see the datasheet
Memory
The ATmega328 has 32 KB (with 0.5 KB used for the bootloader). It also has 2 KB of SRAM and 1 KB of EEPROM (which can be read and written with the EEPROM library).
Input and Output
Each of the 14 digital pins on the Ethernet board can be used as an input or output, using pinMode(), digitalWrite(), and digitalRead() functions. They operate at 5 volts. Each pin can provide or receive a maximum of 40 mA and has an internal pull-up resistor (disconnected by default) of 20-50 kOhms. In addition, some pins have specialized functions:

Serial: 0 (RX) and 1 (TX). Used to receive (RX) and transmit (TX) TTL serial data.
External Interrupts: 2 and 3. These pins can be configured to trigger an interrupt on a low value, a rising or falling edge, or a change in value. See the attachInterrupt() function for details.
PWM: 3, 5, 6, 9, and 10. Provide 8-bit PWM output with the analogWrite() function.
SPI: 10 (SS), 11 (MOSI), 12 (MISO), 13 (SCK). These pins support SPI communication using the SPI library.
LED: 13. There is a built-in LED connected to digital pin 13. When the pin is HIGH value, the LED is on, when the pin is LOW, it's off.
The Ethernet board has 6 analog inputs, labeled A0 through A5, each of which provide 10 bits of resolution (i.e. 1024 different values). By default they measure from ground to 5 volts, though is it possible to change the upper end of their range using the AREF pin and the analogReference() function. Additionally, some pins have specialized functionality:

TWI: A4 (SDA) and A5 (SCL). Support TWI communication using the Wire library.
There are a couple of other pins on the board:

AREF. Reference voltage for the analog inputs. Used with analogReference().
Reset. Bring this line LOW to reset the microcontroller. Typically used to add a reset button to shields which block the one on the board.
See also the mapping between Arduino pins and ATmega328 ports.

Communication
The Arduino Ethernet has a number of facilities for communicating with a computer, another Arduino, or other microcontrollers.

A SoftwareSerial library allows for serial communication on any of the Uno's digital pins.

The ATmega328 also supports TWI and SPI communication. The Arduino software includes a Wire library to simplify use of the TWI bus; see the documentation for details. For SPI communication, use the SPI library.

The board also can connect to a wired network via ethernet. When connecting to a network, you will need to provide an IP address and a MAC address. The Ethernet Library is fully supported.

The onboard microSD card reader is accessible through the SD Library. When working with this library, SS is on Pin 4.

Programming
It is possible to program the Arduino Ethernet board in two ways: through the 6 pin serial programming header, or with an external ISP programmer.

The 6-pin serial programming header is compatible with FTDI USB cables and the Sparkfun and Adafruit FTDI-style basic USB-to-serial breakout boards including the Arduino USB-Serial connector. It features support for automatic reset, allowing sketches to be uploaded without pressing the reset button on the board. When plugged into a FTDI-style USB adapter, the Arduino Ethernet is powered off the adapter.

You can also program the Ethernet board with an external programmer like an AVRISP mkII or USBTinyISP. To set up your environment for burning a sketch with a programmer, follow these instructions. This will delete the serial bootloader, however.

All the Ethernet example sketches work as they do with the Ethernet shield. Make sure to change the network settings for your network.

Physical Characteristics
The maximum length and width of the Ethernet PCB are 2.7 and 2.1 inches respectively, with the RJ45 connector and power jack extending beyond the former dimension. Four screw holes allow the board to be attached to a surface or case. Note that the distance between digital pins 7 and 8 is 160 mil (0.16"), not an even multiple of the 100 mil spacing of the other pins.

Setup
With this board you need to change the boards.txt file in your Arduino directory (find it in: Arduino-00xx->hardware->arduino) with this updated version that include also the Mega ADK board: boards.txt

JST3AA 3-wire Cable for FEZ

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:07:21 GMT

Use this 30cm cable with many of the available 3-pin E-Blocks. Note that this cable is already included with all E-Blocks.

FEZ Connect Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:48:12 GMT

This shield is perfect to connect your FEZ to the outer world. The "Internet of things" and physical computing has never been easier before.

It supports:

Ethernet

8 JST connectors that accepts 3-pin E-Blocks.

2 standard Servo motor connectors with separate power input option.

0.22 F super cap that feeds FEZ Domino's or FEZ Panda II's Real Time Clock when the power is off.

Reset button.

Programmable LED connected Di8.

7 indication LEDs (power, Ethernet traffic, speed and connection status).

Jumper to choose the VCC source (5V or 3.3V) at An3 and An2 JST connectors.

5 Volt Regulator (to make it compatible with Arduino).

Arduino compatible Male/Female Connectors for easier stackability.

USBizi, which is the core processor of FEZ Domino and FEZ Panda, supports the core chipset natively (WIZnet W5100) exposing a standard .NET sockets style user interface. This means that it is very easy to make your own embedded Server/Client, using TCP or UDP sockets with up to 500Kbps speed.
Also, the DNS support to query websites' IP addresses and DHCP to automatic IP address leasing are supported.

ArduPilot Mega - UAV Controller (ATMega 2560)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:27:03 GMT

This ArduPilot Mega is the newest version of autopilot board designed by Chris Anderson and Jordi Muñoz of DIY Drones. This latest revision uses the ATmega2560 in place of the ATmega1280.

ArduPilot Mega is a fully programmable autopilot that requires a GPS module and sensors to create a functioning Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). The autopilot handles both stabilisation and navigation, eliminating the need for a separate stabilisation system. It also supports a "fly-by-wire" mode that can stabilise an aircraft when flying manually under RC control, making it easier and safer to fly. The hardware and software are all open source. The board comes with all the surface-mount parts already soldered, but requires the user to solder on connectors. RC processing firmware is already loaded, but the autopilot software must be downloaded and loaded onto the board by the user. It can be programmed with the Arduino IDE.

We recommend the following items to accompany this product:

uBlox 5 GPS module and adapter

FTDI cable for programming

Header Row Right Angle 3 Rows (Pin/Male)

Other necessary elements, including aircraft recommendations, can be found at the project's home page.

Features:

Controller designed to be used with autonomous aircraft, car or boat.

Based on a 16MHz Atmega2560 processor.

Built-in hardware failsafe that uses a separate circuit (multiplexer chip and ATMega328 processor) to transfer control from the RC system to the autopilot and back again. Includes ability to reboot the main processor in mid-flight

Dual-processor design with 32 MIPS of onboard power

Supports of 3D waypoints and mission commands (limited only by memory)

Comes with a 6-pin GPS connector (EM406 style).

Has 16 spare analogue inputs (with ADC on each) and 40 spare digital input/outputs to add additional sensors

Four dedicated serial ports for two-way telemetry (using optional XBee modules) and expansion

Can be powered by either the RC receiver or a separate battery

Hardware-driven servo control, which means less processor overhead, tighter response and no jitters

Eight RC channels (including the autopilot on/off channel) can be processed by the autopilot.

LEDs for power, failsafe status, autopilot status and GPS lock

Full autopilot software, including IMU and groundstation/mission planning code, are available at DIY Drones. Code supports autonomous takeoff and landing.

Dimensions: 40mm x 69mm

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Example Firmware - reads in 8 channels and outputs 8 channels

Example Dancing Firmware - Video

ArduPilot Project Homepage

Software and instructions: DIY Drones Community

Crystal 16MHz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:19:50 GMT

Standard frequency crystals - use these crystals to provide a clock input to your microprocessor. Rated at 20pF capacitance and +/- 50ppm stability. Low profile HC49/US Package.

LilyPad Protoboard Large

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 13:49:30 GMT

This is a large board for prototyping through hole components with the LilyPad system. There are an array of pins all shorted together with 10mil traces. This allows for quick and easy prototyping - all you have to do is cut the traces between holes you don't want connected! Standard 0.1" array. Check rear photo for trace configuration.

LilyPad is a wearable e-textile technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable!
Dimensions

50mm outer diameter

Thin 0.8mm PCB

E-Block Wii Controller Interface

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 12:02:42 GMT

Using this component, you can connect a Wii Classic controller or a Wii Nunchuk controller to a FEZ.

Connect to I2C SDA/SCL pins through the included JST3AA cables.

E-Block Button

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 11:30:25 GMT

Connect this button to a digital pin to read its status. Additionally, the board includes a small LED that is automatically lit when the button is pressed. The output of this component is low when the button is pressed and high otherwise. It is connected through a standard JST3AA cable (included).

Works with any digital pin on a FEZ!

E-Block Red LED

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 11:18:16 GMT

This large 8mm LED is available in Red and Green and is a must have for any project. Use for power indication, pin status, or even a traffic light. Works with any digital pin on a FEZ.

This LED connects through a standard JST3AA cable (included).

E-Block Green LED

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 11:15:29 GMT

This large 8mm LED is available in Red and Green and is a must have for any project. Use for power indication, pin status, or even a traffic light. Works with any digital pin on a FEZ.

This LED connects through a standard JST3AA cable (included).

E-Block Infrared Receiver

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 11:02:35 GMT

This component is used to detect infrared signals of 38kHz carrier and works with any digital pin on FEZ.

The sensor output is logical High when it detects 38kHz frequency otherwise the output is Low.

It can be used to detect the signal sent by the most TV remotes. It is connected through a standard JST3AA cable (included).

DSO Quad - Pocket-Sized Digital Oscilloscope

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:55:25 GMT

The DSO Quad is an open-source pocket-sized 4-channel digital oscilloscope. It's based on the ARM cortex M3 32-bit platform, providing 72MS/s sampling rate with integrated FPGA and high speed ADC. The Internal 2MB memory can even store waveforms in various formats which you can transfer to your computer using a mini-USB cable.

Includes:

2 Mueller MCX Osilloscope Probes

2 Digital Probes

Li-Po Battery

User Manual

Features:

Portable (98x60x14.5mm)

Two 72MS/s analog channels plus two digital channels

2MB Internal Storage

3" TFT LCD (400x240)

8-bit Vertical Resolution

Signal Generator

Auto Measurement

Various Triggering Options

Easy waveform storage

Firmware upgradable

User applications

Open source

Documents:

All Documentation & Firmware Upgrades

Battery Installation Guide

MOD-ENC624J600 Ethernet Controller Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 10:36:03 GMT

Development board with UEXT connector and 100 MBit ENC624J600 Ethernet Controller.

Features:

MOD-ENC624J600 is the easiest way to add 100 Mbit ethernet connectivity to any of our boards with UEXT connector
ENC624J600 Ethernet controller with UEXT connector for easy connection to our other development boards with UEXT connector
LAN connecttor with build in transformer
two status LEDs on LAN connector
SPI/PARALLEL port interface to add Ethernet interface to your microcontroller project
UEXT 10 pin interface on 0.1" row pins header
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 47x37 mm (1.85 x 1.45")

3D Printer Heater and Thermistor (Platform)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:21:46 GMT

This is a spare heater and thermistor for the platform of the UP! Plus Personal Portable 3D Printer

3D Printer Linear Guide

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:00:38 GMT

This is a spare linear guide for the UP! Plus Personal Portable 3D Printer.

Bluetooth Stereo Audio Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 15:41:04 GMT

Want to send stereo audio between two points, or listen to audio being transmitted from your Bluetooth enabled phone? This little module uses the A2DP profile and has the ability to become an audio 'source' or an audio 'destination'.

The module can be ordered to hunt for nearby devices and pair using a simple AT command set.

Audio quality is reasonable, and range is 10 to 20 metres line of sight depending on the aerial you use.

The module is surface mount, but a 0.1" spaced breakout board is due mid-February.
Features

Module can pair with mobile phone or with another module
Module source/destination function changeable by AT command
Stereo input and output
Tiny size / lightweight
Play, pause, track forward / back commands
Volume up / down commands
Configurable auto pair on power on
Specs

Bluetooth1.2, Class II
Audio Codec : 15bits
Audio SNR : >90dB
Audio Encryption : 128bits
Dimension 20mm x 13mm x 2mm
Range : 10m
Supply Voltage : 3.3V port: 2.7~3.6V DC, 1.8V Port:1.75~1.9V DC
Working Current - 30mA typical when A2DP audio streaming, with standby current <0.5mA
Resources

Programming Guide
Hardware Datasheet
Default module name = "BTAUDIOMODULE", default passcode = "1234"

Arm-USB-OCD-H Debugger

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:04:30 GMT

High speed 3-in-1 fast USB ARM JTAG, USB-TO-RS232 virtual port and power supply 5V DC device.

Features

First on market three-in-one USB JTAG debugger - offers JTAG + RS232 (full modem signals supported) port + power supply all in one compact device
High speed USB 2.0 JTAG dongle interface, can be used with all ARM devices for programming and debugging.
uses ARM's standard 2x10 pin JTAG connector
supports ARM targets working in voltage range 1.65 – 5.0 V DC
software supported by OpenOCD (open source) debugger
adds virtual RS232 port to your computer with all modem signals like: DTR, DSR, DCD, RTS, CTS, Rx, Tx
can be used as power supply to your target board with 5V
USB source current is limited with resetable fuse at 300mA, at the different output voltage the maximum current is
different: 5V/200mA, note that this also depend on your USB host current capabilities, if other
USB devices are attached to your computer or if the laptop is running on batteries these figures may be different and
depend on your computer USB host.
comes with CD with Windows installer for full featured and open source tools as alternative to the commercial ARM
development packages: GCC C compiler, openOCD debugger and Eclipse IDE.
Works with IAR EW-ARM 5.50 or newer
dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") JTAG cable + 30 cm (12") power supply cable

3D Printer Spare Belt

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 16:08:25 GMT

This is a spare belt for the 3D printer we sell.

Large Breadboard with Panel

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:15:06 GMT

This is a high-quality large breadboard, with three 4mm colour-coded terminals at the top for easy power supply. It has 1mm circular holes arranged on an alphanumeric grid, and a removable backplate for fitting switches, dials, etc.

Pressure Sensor MPXV7002DP

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 16:02:18 GMT

This is a dual port pressure sensor from Freescale. It takes a 5 volt supply and gives an output between 0.5 and 4.5 volts. The output is proportional to the difference between one pressure input and the other.

Does this arrangement ring any bells? You betcha - it's exactly the same as is used on the biggest aircraft (and the smallest) to measure airspeed and altitude.

You can read more about how it works in this Wikipedia entry

There is a datasheet here with more details.

MODMP3-X-LITE MP3 Player/Recorder Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:44:54 GMT

This is a "lite" version of the MOD-MP3-X MP3 Player/Recorder Module.

Features:

Based on VS1053 hardware decoder for MPEG 1 & 2 audio layer 3 (ISO 11172-3), MP3+V, WAV and PCM files ; supports ADPCM encoding and decoding

Supports VBR (variable bitrate) for MP3; Supports streaming

Single 1.5V battery cell operation with on board low power DC/DC voltage boost converter

UEXT to connect to host microcontroller (standard connector on our ARM development boards)

Can work as stand-alone MP3 player operation

SD/MMC card on board

Stereo Audio microphone jack, Stereo Audio headphones jack

Can be used to record and playback

Triple action lever switch: Forward, Reverse, Play/Pause action

PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print

Dimensions: 60x60 mm (2.36x2.36")

The MOD-MP3-X-LITE Schematic is here.

Breadboard with Terminals

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:33:16 GMT

This high quality solderless breadboard has 5 colour-coded 4mm terminals for easy power supply. It has 958 1mm circular holes on an alphanumeric grid.

This board is mounted on an peel-off adhesive base, and has slots on the edges so these can be securely connected to more of the same type to increase the size. The terminals at the top of the board are also removable to reduce the size of the board.

Gameduino Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 11:51:08 GMT

Gameduino is a game adapter for Arduino - or anything else with an SPI interface - built as a single shield that stacks up on top of the Arduino and has plugs for a VGA monitor and stereo speakers.

video output is 400x300 pixels in 512 colors

all colour processed internally at 15-bit precision

compatible with any standard VGA monitor (800x600 @ 72Hz)

background graphics

512x512 pixel character background

256 characters, each with independent 4 color palette

pixel-smooth X-Y wraparound scroll

foreground graphics

each sprite is 16x16 pixels with per-pixel transparency

each sprite can use 256, 16 or 4 colors

four-way rotate and flip

96 sprites per scan-line, 1536 texels per line

pixel-perfect sprite collision detection

audio output is a stereo 12-bit frequency synthesizer

64 independent voices 10-8000 Hz

per-voice sine wave or white noise

sample playback channel

Gameduino Quick Reference Sheet

FEZ Internet of Things Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 13:50:58 GMT

This unique kit provides internet connectivity to FEZ Panda II, FEZ Panda, and FEZ Domino. We also include easy to use eblocks for simple plug-and-play capabilities, giving you access to input and sensor data in minutes. No hardware experience is necessary. Combine these with an internet service to store or request data and your possibilities are endless. Imagine automating your home or controlling your TV from your smartphone.

The Internet of Things Kit Includes:

38Khz Infrared Receiver E- Block

IRLED Transmitter E- Block

Light Sensor E- Block

Thermometer E- Block

Piezo (Speaker) E- Block

Variable Resistor (POT) Horizontal E- Block

Button E- Block

LED- Green E- Block

LED- Red E- Block

LED- Yellow E- Block

Serial-to-USB E- Block

Remote Control

Ethernet Cable

FEZ Ultimate Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 13:21:31 GMT

A perfect option for those with zero hardware experience, this unique kit provides internet connectivity to the FEZ Panda II. Also included are the easy to use eblocks for simple plug-and-play capabilities, giving you access to inputs and sensor data in minutes. No hardware experience is necessary. Combine these with an internet service, to store or request data, and your possibilities are endless. Imagine automating your home or controlling your TV from your smartphone.

Also check out the Internet of Things ebook to accelerate your creativity. It covers our devices, preparation, e-blocks, and many example projects such as sensor monitoring, HTTP server and Telnet.

The FEZ Ultimate Kit Includes:

FEZ Panda II

FEZ Touch

FEZ Connect Shield

38Khz Infrared Receiver E- Block

IRLED Transmitter E- Block

Light Sensor E- Block

Thermometer E- Block

Piezo (Speaker) E- Block

Variable Resistor (POT) Horizontal E- Block

Button E- Block

LED- Green E- Block

LED- Red E- Block

LED- Yellow E- Block

Serial-to-USB E- Block

This is a library provided by the community to add controls to FEZ Touch (watch the video) http://code.tinyclr.com/project/328/fez-touch-ui-controls/

66mm 64ohm Speaker

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 15:11:45 GMT

This is a 66mm diameter, 64ohm speaker with a power rating of 0.3W.

Mini FET Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 15:31:06 GMT

Developed by Dave Vondle and IDEO Labs, this board is essentially the same as Sparkfun's Power Driver Shield, but the through-hole parts have been switched out for smaller SMD construction, allowing you to to drive high-current switches with your Arduino Pro Mini. This is a great shield for small prototyping.

Note: The power circuit chip is only rated to drive 0.6 amps. However, Sparkfun have successfully tested it to over 2A.

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (FDMA1024NZ)

Datasheet (TPS61200DRCT)

IDEO Labs Page

E-Paper Breakout Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 16:19:03 GMT

E-paper displays are rad. But those 26-pin SMD connectors can be a real pain to solder, so we put together a breakout board to help you integrate this very cool technology into your next project. This board breaks out all of the major pins from the e-paper ribbon connector to a 0.1" pitch header. Because the e-paper display requires a 35V supply, the breakout also includes a voltage step-up so that you can power the display using either 3.3V or 5V.

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (E-paper display)

Datasheet (SMD Connector)

Example Code

Monster Moto Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:22:53 GMT

This is essentially a ramped up version of our Ardumoto motor driver shield. For this monster shield we've replaced the L298 H-bridge with a pair of VNH2SP30 full-bridge motor drivers. We've also beefed up the support circuitry so this board is capable of driving a pair of high-current motors! The VIN and motor out are pitched for our 5mm screw terminals (not included), making it easy to connect larger gauge wires.

Note: When using this board in extreme high-demand applications it may be necessary to improve thermal performance with a heat-sink or fan and to solder the wires directly to the board instead of using a screw terminal (in addition to the myriad other complications present in a 30A system) However, when using the board at currents up to 6A the chips will barely become noticeably warm.

Features:

Voltage max: 41V

Maximum current rating: 30 A

Current sensing available to Arduino analog pin

MOSFET on-resistance: 19 mΩ (per leg)

Maximum PWM frequency: 20 kHz

Thermal Shutdown

Undervoltage and Overvoltage shutdown

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (VNH2SP30)

Example Code

RFID Tag - Laundry MIFARE 1K (13.56 MHz)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:15:18 GMT

This is a basic RFID tag that functions within the MIFARE Classic 1K guidelines. You can use these for all sorts of identification and sensing applications. The tag also has 1K of data storage which can be read and written from a compatible device, such as the SM130 MIFARE Module.

This tag is has a diameter of 13mm and an overall thickness of about 2mm. They are also waterproof for use in laundry. It works with MIFARE 13.56 MHz compatible readers.

The MIFARE Classic card is fundamentally just a memory storage device, where the memory is divided into segments and blocks with simple security mechanisms for access control. They are ASIC based and have limited computational power. Thanks to their reliability and low cost, these tags are widely used for electronic wallet, access control, corporate ID cards, transportation or stadium ticketing.

EasyVR - Voice Recognition Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 11:18:10 GMT

EasyVR is a multi-purpose speech recognition module designed to add versatile, robust and cost effective speech and voice recognition capabilities to virtually any application. EasyVR is the second generation version of the successful VRbot module and builds on the features and functionality of its predecessor. Along with features like 32 user-defined Speaker Dependent (SD) triggers and a host of built-in speaker independent (SI) commands, the EasyVR adds convenient features such as firmware update capability, 8ohm speaker output and additional SI languages.

A simple and robust serial protocol (9600 8-N-1 default) can be used to access these functions from the user's microcontroller boards. The EasyVR can be powered by anywhere between 3.3 and 5.5V, and typically consumes 12mA of current in operation.

Features:

A host of built-in speaker independent (SI) commands (available in US English, Italian, Japanese, German, Spanish and French) for ready to run basic controls.

Supports up to 32 user-defined Speaker Dependent (SD) triggers or commands (any language) as well as Voice Passwords.

Easy-to-use and simple Graphical User Interface to program Voice Commands to your robot.

Module can be used with any host with an UART interface (powered at 3.3V - 5V) .

Simple and robust serial protocol to access and program the module through the host board.

3 GPIO lines (IO1, IO2, IO3) that can be controlled by new protocol commands (3V)

Audio output that supports 8 ohm speakers

Firmware update capability with two additional lines (/XM, /RST)

Sound playback feature:
o You can make your own sound tables using Sensory QuickSynthesis4 tool
o The new EasyVR GUI includes a command to process and download custom sound tables to the module (overwriting existing sound table)
o NOTE: default firmware has no sound table, but can Beep using sound index 0 – always available. Custom sounds start at index 1.
o The VoiceGP DevBoard (available separately) is required for programming the EasyVR flash.

Dimensions: 1.77 x 0.95" (45 x 24mm)

Documents:

Datasheet

EasyVR GUI

EasyVR FAQ

EasyVR Homepage (most up-to-date downloads)

VRBot and Arduino (video)

Breakout Board for Thumb Joystick

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 11:01:51 GMT

This is the breakout board for the thumb joystick. Pins are broken out to a 0.1" header and the board includes 4 mounting holes in the corners.

Maple

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 10:34:44 GMT

This is an Arduino footprint board which uses a powerful 32bit ARM processor.
If your current Arduino-based project is pushing against the performance limits of the ATmega, porting it over to Maple may be the fastest and easiest way to continue developing your project without starting from scratch.

Note: The silkscreen is incorrect for the power input range. The barrel jack can accept 5-12V and the VIN can accept 4-12V.

Features:

STM32 F103RB: a 32-bit ARM Cortex M3 microprocessor

Clock Speed: 72 MHz

Operating Voltage: 3.3V

Input Voltage (recommended): 3.0V-12V

39 Digital I/O Pins (GPIO)

16 Analog Input Pins

12-bit ADC resolution (ADC)

15 PWM pins at 16-bit resolution (PWM)

Dedicated USB port for programming and communications (USB)

External JTAG interface (USB)

128 Flash and 20KB SRAM

64 Channel nested vector interrupt handler (including external interrupt on GPIO’s)

Integrated SPI (SPI)

Integrated I2C (I2C)

7 Channels of Direct Memory Access (DMA)

3 USART divices (USART)

Four 4-channel Timers (Timers)

Supplies up to 500mA @ 3.3v

Support for low power and sleep modes (<500uA)

Dimensions: 2.05″ x 2.1″ (52.07mm x 53.34mm)

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

IDE and Install Instructions

Arduino Compatibility

Language Index

Video Experimenter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 10:01:03 GMT

This shield allows you to capture video or overlay graphics onto video using your Arduino.

It's important to note that this shield will not work on the Arduino Mega.

Overlay text and graphics onto a video signal from a camera, DVR, DVD player, VCR or any other source of composite video.

Capture low-res video image frames for display or video processing. Give your Arduino the gift of sight!

Perform object detection for computer vision projects.

Decode closed captioning or XDS (extended data services) data embedded in television broadcasts.

Works with NTSC (North America) or PAL (rest of the world) television standards.

Uses digital pins 2, 6, 7, 8, and optionally 9. Uses analog pin 2.

The Video Experimenter requires using an enhanced version of the very useful TVout library. The enhancements allow the capture of video signal information in the TVout frame buffer so that primitive frame capture can be accomplished. The enhancements also facilitate the retrieval of embedded data streams from broadcasts.
Download the enhanced TVout library here

XMega XProtolab Oscilloscope

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 13:31:36 GMT

The Xprotolab is a tiny AVR XMega based Oscilloscope / Spectrum Analyser deisgned to sit in the middle of your breadboard or project board. It features a mixed signal oscilloscope with an arbitrary waveform generator in a DIP module. It measures only 1 x 1.6 inches and can also be used as a development board for the AVR XMEGA microcontroller.

We now stock the XMega XMinilab which features a larger screen. Find it here.

Features:

Mixed Signal Oscilloscope: Simultenaous sampling of analog and digital signals.

Advanced Trigger: Normal / Single / Auto, with rising or falling edge and adjustable trigger level.

Meter Mode: DC, Average and Frequency readout.

XY Mode (Plot Lissajous patterns or see the phase difference between two waveforms).

Spectrum Analyzer with different windowing options and selectable vertical log.

Horizontal and Vertical Cursors with automatic waveform measurements.

Arbitrary Waveform Generator with Frequency Sweep.

Display options: Persistence, Different grid options, and more.

General Specifications:

ATXMEGA32A4 32KB Flash, 4KB SRAM, 1KB EEPROM

Graphic OLED display 0.96", 128x64 pixels

Module size: 1.615" x 1.01"

PDI interface.

4 tactile switches

Micro USB port

Logic Analyzer specifications:

8 Digital Inputs

Maximum sampling rate: 2MSPS

Protocol Sniffer: UART, I2C, SPI

Internal pull up or pull down.

Buffer size: 256

Voltage level: 3.3V

Oscilloscope specifications:

2 Analog Inputs

Maximum Sampling rate: 2MSPS

Analog Bandwidth: 200kHz

Resolution: 8bits

Input Impedance: 1MΩ

Buffer size per channel: 256

Input Voltage Range: +/- 20V

Analogue Waveform Generator specifications:

1 Analog Output

Maximum conversion rate: 1MSPS

Analog Bandwidth: 44.1kHz

Resolution: 8bits

Output current > +/- 7mA

Buffer size: 256

Output Voltage: +/- 2V

Resources

Manual (pdf)

Source Code

Schematics

Hex File

FAQ

1) What tools do I need to develop my own programs on the Xprotolab?

Besides the power supply, you need an external programmer, such as the AVR ISP 2, or a debugger, such as the AVR JTAGICE mkII or the AVR ONE!.

Software Tools:

Integrated Development Environment: AVR Studio 4

C Compiler, included in the WinAVR package: WinAVR at sourceforge

2) Can the waveform generator and the oscilloscope run simultaneously?
Yes, the waveform generator runs on the background. (The AWG uses the DMA, so it doesn't need any CPU intervention).

3) How do I power the Xprotolab?
The Xprotolab can be powered thru the micro USB port. Alternatively, the Xprotolab can be powered by connecting a 5V power supply on the 5V pin. Do not connect a 5V power supply and the USB at the same time.

4) Can I connect the Xprotolab to the computer to control the oscilloscope and get the data?
It will be possible with the Xprotolab PC Interface which is in development.

5) Can I connect the Xprotolab to the computer using the USB for firmware updates?
No, a PDI programmer will be needed for firmware updates.

6) How much power can the Xprotolab supply?
The Xprotolab can also power external devices. This is the maximum current on each voltage:

+5V: Will be the same as the power source minus 60mA.
-5V: Approximately 50mA, but this subtracts from the available current on the +5V line.
+3.3V: Approximately 200mA, but this subtracts from the available current on the +5V line.

7) What is the maximum frequency that I can measure with the Xprotolab?
The analog bandwidth is set at 200kHz. However, you can still measure frequencies up to almost Nyquist/2, i.e. 1MHz. The FFT analysis will be particularly useful to measure high frequencies.

8) Can I measure voltages above 20V?
Yes, by adding a 9Mohm resistor on the input. Since the input impedance of the device is 1Mohm, the voltage will is divided by 10 (This is the equivalent of using a 10:1 probe).

9) Are the logic inputs 5V tolerant?
No, the logic inputs are not 5V tolerant. An easy solution would be to place a 3K resistor in series with the 5V signal, this will work for signals with a frequency lower than 200kHz. Another solution would be to use a voltage translator chip.

10) The source code says "evaluation version", can I get the full version?
The full source code is currently not open. The evaluation source code does not contain the MSO application. The HEX file does contain the full version of the oscilloscope.

11) What is the current consumption of the Xprotolab?
Between 40mA and 60mA, depending on how many pixels are lit on the OLED.

12) There is a new firmware for the Xprotolab, how do I update?
Follow these instructions..

13) How does the Xprotolab compare to other digital oscilloscopes?
You can check this comparison table.

Breadboard Deluxe

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:25:58 GMT

This is a high quality solderless prototyping breadboard. Each row / column has a letter or a number, and there are two double rail power supply strips running the length of the board. Under the board there is a peel-off stip that reveals a self adhesive pad so that the breadboard can be easily secured to a surface.

The holes in the board are circular, rather than square, and have a diameter of 1mm. There are enough rows for 7 16 pin ICs to be mounted.

The power supply strips are removable if you need to make the breadboard smaller. Slots on the long edges allow other breadboards of the same type to be securely connected in order to form larger breadboards.

All in all, this is one of the best quality breadboards that we have seen. A must for any proto-typing setup!

Force Sensitive Resistor - Small

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 10:42:45 GMT

This is a small force sensitive resistor. It has a 0.16" (4 mm) diameter active sensing area. This FSR will vary its resistance depending on how much pressure is being applied to the sensing area. The harder the force, the lower the resistance. When no pressure is being applied to the FSR, its resistance will be larger than 1MΩ, with full pressure applied the resistance will be 2.5kΩ.

Two pins extend from the bottom of the sensor with 0.1" pitch making it bread board friendly.

These sensors are simple to set up and great for sensing pressure, but they aren't incredibly accurate. Use them to sense if it's being squeezed, but you may not want to use it as a scale.
Dimensions:

Overall length: 1.75"

Overall width: 0.28"

Sensing area: 0.3"

Documents:

FSR Integration Guide

Force Sensitive Resistor 0.5 inch

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 10:38:27 GMT

This is a force sensitive resistor with a round, 0.5" diameter, sensing area. This FSR will vary its resistance depending on how much pressure is being applied to the sensing area. The harder the force, the lower the resistance. When no pressure is being applied to the FSR its resistance will be larger than 1MΩ. This FSR can sense applied force anywhere in the range of 100g-10kg.

Two pins extend from the bottom of the sensor with 0.1" pitch making it bread board friendly. There is a peel-and-stick rubber backing on the other side of the sensing area to mount the FSR.

These sensors are simple to set up and great for sensing pressure, but they aren't incredibly accurate. Use them to sense if it's being squeezed, but you may not want to use it as a scale.
Dimensions:

Overall length: 2.375"

Overall width: 0.75"

Sensing diameter: 0.5"

Documents:

FSR Integration Guide

IOIO for Android

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 18 May 2011 15:33:31 GMT

The IOIO (pronounced "yo-yo") is a board specially designed to work with your Android device (OS versions 1.5 and greater). The board provides extensive and robust connectivity to an Android device via a USB connection. The IOIO is fully controllable from within an Android application, using a simple and intuitive Java API - no embedded programming or external programmer will ever be needed, even for firmware upgrades!

So far, the devices proven to work are: G1, Nexus One, Nexus S, Motorola Droid X. Other untested phones / pads may also work.

The IOIO board contains a single MCU that acts as a USB host and interprets commands from an Android app. In addition, the IOIO can interact with peripheral devices in the same way as most MCUs. Digital Input/Output, PWM, Analog Input, I2C, SPI, and UART control can all be used with the IOIO. Code to control these interfaces is written in the same way as you write an Android app with the help of a simple to use app-level library. In other words, you can combine the awesome computing power, Internet/Bluetooth connectivity, touch screen, and a variety of sensors from your Android device with the ability to easily add peripheral devices to interact with the outside world.

The board needs to be powered through the VIN pin with a 5V-15V power supply. There is also an optional, unpopulated JST connector footprint on the bottom of the board that can be used, however single cell LiPos will NOT work with this connector, you need a 5-15V input. More info here. The IOIO can also provide 1.5A at 5V for charging your Android device or powering small servos, etc.. A potentiometer on the board allows limiting the amount of current the Android device pulls for detection and charging. It needs to be adjusted once for a specific hardware model or be set so that full charging current is supplied. Be sure to enable USB debugging on your Android device to allow communication with the IOIO. More information on how to do all of this can be found in the Beginners Guide.

In order to write code to interact with the IOIO, you will need to download and install a few pieces of software, one of which is the Android SDK. If you are new to the IOIO or new to developing apps with Android, please use these resources to help get started:

Beginner's Guide

Example Projects

Using the IOIO does not require any hardware or software modifications to your Android device, thus preserving the warranty as well as making the functionality available to non-hackers. If you would like to modify the firmware on the MCU, the code is open-sourced and can be found here.

Note: If you have trouble installing the Android SDK, please first try the troubleshooting resources found on Android.com. If you still have problems, try a simple Google search, chances are others have encountered the same hurdle and there is a very large online community of resources to help.

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Firmware v10

IOIO Code Base

Beginner's Guide

IOIO Wiki

IOIO Discussion/Support Group

Electronic Speed Controller (20A)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 17 May 2011 16:05:14 GMT

This is a bog standard electronic speed controller (ESC) for brushless motors - now with a T-Plug on the power lead, which can be cut off if required. These are ideal for our outrunner motors.
Basic Specs

Input voltage:DC 6-16V
BEC : 5V @ 2amp (max)
Running current:20A(Output: Continuous 20A, Burst 25A up to 10 Secs.)
Size: 36mm (L) * 26mm (W) * 7mm (H).
Weight: 22g.

If you've never used one of these before - ESCs do something pretty simply (drive a motor), but the manner in which they do this is pretty complicated. Because the motors being driven can demand large amounts of current, and have high torque, the ESC has a number of safety features to provide 'soft starts' which reduce the risk of damage to your project or model. There are also other protection features, like over-heat and throttle signal loss. The ESC can also provide braking to the motor and also offers different types of throttle responses to fix fixed wing or rotary platforms.
Features

Extreme low output resistance
Multiple protection features: Low-voltage, cut-off protection / over-heat protection
3 start modes: Normal, Soft, Super-soft
Throttle range can be programmed
Smooth, linear and precise throttle response.
Separate voltage regulator IC for onboad microprocessor
Supported motor speed (Max): 210000 RPM (2 poles), 70000 RPM (6 poles), 35000 RPM (12 poles)
T-Plug on power lead, which can be cut off if required

Please read the datasheet for full details on this.

MOD-GSM-EDGE Cellular Extension Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 03 May 2011 15:25:49 GMT

This is a GPRS Edge extension board for any Olimex board with a 'UEXT' port. The 'Edge' format means that you get faster data rates (2.5G not 3G). The board allows target development board to send and receive data through the internet, make voice calls and send SMS messages
Features

MOD-GSM-EDGE allow every OLIMEX's board with UEXT connector to have GSM 4 band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz connectivity \
data throughput up to 236 Kbps in Edge mode
uses SIM700D GSM module
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 79x59 mm (3.12 x 2.3")
Documents

MOD-GSM-EDGE.pdf - user manual
SIM700D AT commands
Hardware

MOD-GSM-EDGE board schematic
Software

EW-ARM Demo code for MOD-GSM and MOD-GSM-EDGE (high speed) GSM modules connected to STM32-LCD

MOD-GSM Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 03 May 2011 13:33:45 GMT

This is an extension module for Olimex boards with 'UEXT' connectors on them. Simply plug this board in, and your host board's processor can talk to the GPRS cellular module. This gives it the power to connect to the internet, make voice calls or sent SMS messages.
Features

MOD-GSM allow every OLIMEX's board with UEXT connector to have GSM 4 band 850/900/1800/1900 MHz connectivity
uses SIM340DZ GSM module
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 79x59 mm (3.12 x 2.3")
Documents

MOD-GSM - user manual
SIM340DZ AT commands
Hardware

MOD-GSM board schematic
Software

EW-ARM Demo code for MOD-GSM and MOD-GSM-EDGE (high speed) GSM modules connected to STM32-LCD

MOD-MP3-X MP3 Player/Recorder Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 03 May 2011 13:14:08 GMT

This is a highly featured MP3 player/recorder development board, featuring the VS1053 chip. Power can be provided from just a single 1.5V cell thanks to an on-board voltage booster.
Features

Based on VS1053 hardware decoder for MPEG 1 & 2 audio layer 3 (ISO 11172-3), MP3+V, WAV and PCM files ; supports ADPCM encoding and decoding, VBR (variable bitrate) for MP3 and streaming
Single 1.5V battery cell operation with on board low power DC/DC voltage boost converter
On-board STM32F103RBT6 microcontroller
Appears to PC as a USB mass storage device
Accepts commands for play, stop, forward, reverse through RS232
UEXT to connect to host microcontroller (standard connector on our ARM development boards)
Can work as stand-alone MP3 player operation
SD/MMC card on board
Stereo Audio microphone jack, Stereo Audio headphones jack
Can be used to record and playback
Triple action lever switch: Forward, Reverse, Play/Pause action
Dimensions: 60x60 mm (2.36x2.36")
Documents

MOD-MP3-X.pdf user manual
Hardware

MOD-MP3-X schematic
MOD-MP3-X-LITE schematic
Software

MOD-MP3-X demo code

MOD-RFID1356 RFID Reader USB Dongle

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:44:05 GMT

If you need to read 13.56Mhz RFID tags with no fuss - this is a fantastic product. Just plug it into your computer's USB port and it usually installs with no drivers needed. Wave your tag over it, and standard text characters of the RFID string will be sent to whatever program you have open.

The dongle doesn't need power, and emulates a USB keyboard for true compatibility with any USB computer.

The dongle has a separate mode where it can emulate a serial port.
***PLEASE NOTE*** This reader only supports tags using the ISO15693 standard. Features

USB plug in module, works with every USB host which supports HID Keyboard and CDC
Read RFID13.56 Mhz tags from up to 5-15 cm distance
emulates USB keyboard or Virtual COM port
Dimensions: 50x20x5mm (2.0x0.8x0.2")
Documents

MOD-RFID1356.pdf user manual
MOD-RFID1356 Windows "drivers"

PIC32-WEB Server

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:39:33 GMT

Features

PIC32MX460F512 microcontroller
Note : to connect to Ethernet this board requires MOD-ENC624J600 which should be bought separately!
JTAG connector
ICSP/ICD connector for programming / debugging with PIC-ICD2-POCKET.
Reset button
Reset Circuit
3 x user event buttons
3 x LEDs
UEXT connector
Analogue trimmer potentiometer
RS232 driver and connector
Complete web server and TCP-IP stack support as per Microchip's open source TCP-IP stack
Power plug-in jack for +5VDC power supply
Voltage regulator +3.3V and filtering capacitors
Extension header to connect to other boards
Dimensions 100x60 mm (3.9x2.4")
Documents

PIC32-WEB.pdf - PIC-WEB users manual
Microchip TCP/IP AN833 - please read carefully, the TCP/IP stack is described
Hardware

PIC32-WEB schematic
PIC ICSP connector
Software

Microchip TCP-IP Stack 5.00 patch modified for PIC32-WEB
PIC32-WEB examples PSP mode
PIC32-WEB examples SPI mode

PIC32-MAXI-WEB Web Server

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 13:08:57 GMT

Features

PIC32MX795F512L microcontroller
TFT COLOR LCD 3.2" 320x240 pixels with touch screen
100 Mbit ethernet PHY interface
USB OTG
2 x CAN drivers and connectors
RS232 driver and connector
3 axis digital accelerometer
3 user buttons
Analogue trimmer potentiometer
JTAG connector
ICSP/ICD connector for programming / debugging with PIC-KIT3
Reset button
Reset Circuit
three LEDs
2 x UEXT connectors (to connect MOD-WIFI, MOD-GSM, MOD-GSP etc.)
2x optoisolated inputs
2x RELAY outputs
SD-MMC card connector
Complete web server and TCP-IP stack support as per Microchip's open source TCP-IP stack
Power plug-in jack for +12VDC power supply
Voltage regulator +3.3V and filtering capacitors
Dimensions 140x100 mm (5.51x3.94")
Documents

PIC32-MAXI-WEB.pdf - users manual
Microchip TCP/IP AN833 - please read carefully, the TCP/IP stack is described
Hardware

PIC32-MAXI-WEB schematic
PIC ICSP connector
Software

DemoSoft PIC32-MAXI-WEB v1.00 This example project demonstrates the functionality of the various peripherals of the board including user input, serial communication, Graphical User Interface (GUI) and Network connectivity. The demo is built upon the following Microchip's freely distributed support libraries:

Microchip Graphics Library v2.00

Microchip TCP/IP Stack Library v.5.20

Microchip MDD File System Library

Microchip USB support source files

FreeRTOS was used to make all tasks run virtually simultaneously. FreeRTOS is a freely distributed RTOS with excellent support and online documentation. Version used is v6.0.2. MPLAB has support for FreeRTOS (Tools/RTOS viewer).

Wireless internet support when MOD-WIFI is connected on UEXT

Liquid Flux Pen - Water Soluble

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 10:22:31 GMT

This is a water soluble liquid flux pen. A flux pen is a must-have when performing any kind of solder rework. The flux is the substance that prevents beading of the solder and helps the solder flow cleanly onto the parts you are soldering. However, flux is mildly corrosive over long lengths of time (months). This water soluble flux will cleanly wipe away after wetting the soldered surface.

Be sure to use in a well ventilated area.

RGB LED Strip - 32 LED/m Addressable - 1m

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 11:33:18 GMT

This RGB LED strip allows you to individually control all 32 RGB LEDs on a waterproof, self-adhesive strip. Each LED has its own WS2801 IC and current limiting resistors. Check the example code and datasheets below for more information on how to drive these strips.

Each 1m section comes preterminated with a 0.1" spaced connectors. Connector may be different from what is pictured. Please see example code for termination explanation.

32 of these strips can be chained together and run from the same controller, rather than having to individually control each strip.

Documents:

Datasheet (FLB-W5050RGB-16-5-N14)

Datasheet (WS2801)

Example Code

ZIF Socket 28-Pin 0.3 inch

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 10:23:03 GMT

This is a high-quality, easy to use 28 pin ZIF socket that is 0.3" wide. Makes for easy connecting or programming to DIP ICs. Uses high conductivity terminals create solid connections. Can also be used for smaller pin packages.

Triple Wide Extender Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:10:47 GMT

For more advanced projects, sometimes connecting 2 shields together isn't enough.

Specs

6.3" (162mm) tall x 2.7" (69mm) wide

Arduino replicated mounting holes

Arduino replicated plated through-holes

Solderable dev area

Ultrasonic Range Finder XL-EZ3

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:59:31 GMT

The XL series of MaxSonars are a super high-performance version of the easy-to-use sonar range finder from Maxbotix. The XL series of this sensor features higher resolution, longer range, higher power output and better calibration when compared to the LV version.

The sensor provides very accurate readings from 0 to 765cm (0 to 25.1ft) with 1cm resolution. This sensor can be powered with anywhere between 3.3 and 5VDC.

Range information can be gathered through one of three methods - analog, serial, or PWM - all of which are active at the same time. The analog output will produce a voltage proportional to the measured distance, with a sensitivity of (Vcc/1024)V/cm. The serial interface is simple and formatted to RS-232, with voltages ranging from 0 to Vcc and terminal settings of 9600-8-N-1. Finally, the PWM pin outputs a pulse-width representation of the range with a scale factor of 58us/cm.

The Maxsonar-XL series is offered in the EZ0, EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and EZ4 versions, each with progressively narrower beam angles allowing the sensor to match the application. Please see beam width explanation below.
Features:

3.3V to 5V supply with very low average current draw

High acoustic power output

All interfaces are active simultaneously:

RS-232 serial

0 to Vcc output range

9600 baud, 8-N-1

Analog, (Vcc/1024) / cm

Pulse Width

Real-time auto calibration and noise rejection for every ranging cycle

Calibrated beam angle

Object detection includes zero range objects

Readings can occur up to every 100mS, (10-Hz rate)

Free run operation can continually measure and output range information

Triggered operation provides the range reading as desired

Sensor operates at 42KHz

Documents:

Datasheet

Maxsonar Selection Guide

Beam Width Explanation

Maxbotix FAQ

JST Right-Angle Connector - Through-Hole 2-Pin

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:37:00 GMT

This is a 2-pin, through-hole PH series JST connector. The pins are spaced by 2mm.

We really like the solid locking feeling and high current rating on these small connectors. This connector will mate with all of our LiPo batteries.

7-Segment Serial Display - Red

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 13:51:06 GMT

Description: The 7-Segment Serial Display turns the thirteen pins necessary to control a 4-digit 7-segment display into just one or three. The display will give you full control of all digits, decimal points, the colon and the apostrophe. At the heart of the display is an ATMega328 which controls all the serial communications and the 4-digit 7-segment display through an easy to use API.

The Serial 7-Segment Display can be controlled in one of two ways: (1) serial TTL communication or (2) SPI serial communication. Regardless of which method you use to communicate with the display, the display is controlled with 4-byte packets and special 2-byte commands.

New for version 2: The input and power pins have been moved to the top of the display, allowing you to place the displays side-by-side. Additional characters have been added, including the "-". A reset display command and single character control have also been added. See the new User's manual below for detailed information about all of the new features!

Features:

4 digit red alpha-numeric display with serial (1 pin) or SPI interface (3 pins)

Display numbers, most letters, and a few special characters

Individual control of decimal points, apostrophe, and colon

Selectable baud rate (4800 to 57600 bps)

Selectable brightness

Baud rate and brightness values retained in non-volatile memory

Individual segment control for each digit

Documents:

User's Manual

Schematic

Source Code (ATmega328)

Eagle Files

Thermal Printer Paper - 34'

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 10:22:33 GMT

This is a 34' roll of thermal printing paper for use with our thermal printer. This roll is smaller than you find at most office supply stores so it fits directly into the printer without having to remove any paper from the roll. Simply place it into the printer with the glossy side facing front and you're ready to print, no ink required!

Thermal Printer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 10:18:53 GMT

This is a thermal printer like you would find on a cash register or adding machine. It will print simple strings passed to it via TTL serial, bitmap images (poorly) and it even generates several different formats of barcodes!

The thermal printer takes 2.25" (57mm) wide thermal paper with a max roll diameter of 1.5" (39mm). Thermal paper is inexpensive and commonly found in most office supply stores in 85ft lengths. You may have to remove some paper from these rolls in order for it to fit into the printer. But, you can always use the excess paper in the printer, since you don't need to have a 'core' in the paper for it to work.

The back panel has 2 3-pin connectors; one for power and one for serial communications. The thermal printer ships with default 19200bps baud rate. If you're using this printer in conjunction with an Arduino, you're going to need to connect it to the "Vin" pin and attach an external power supply, as the printer will draw more current than USB is capable of delivering. We've found that a 5V wall adapter works best (see related products below).

The print head has a rated life of 50km! That means this printer can handle a marathon's distance (~30 miles) of printing before the head hits its rated limit.

Use this printer in any project where you need a hard-copy of the output, or in an art project where you want to keep the output to stick on your fridge, or to build a DIY cash register for your lemonade stand!

Documents:

Product Sheet

User Manual

Command Set

Example Code

Tronixstuff Tutorial

Connector for E-Paper Display

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 09:57:48 GMT

This is the 26-pin SMD connector that mates with our e-paper 10x2 character displays.

Arduino Fio

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:49:36 GMT

The Arduino Funnel I/O (Fio) is a board designed by Shigeru Kobayashi, based on the original design from LilyPad.

Funnel is a toolkit to sketch your idea physically, and consists of software libraries and hardware. By using Funnel, the user can interface to sensors and/or actuators with various programming languages such as ActionScript 3, Processing, and Ruby.

Arduino Fio is compatible with Funnel. It has connections for a Lithium Polymer battery and includes a charge circuit over USB. An XBee socket is available on the bottom of the board. The Fio has been designed to be wirelessly reprogrammable.

Note: The miniUSB connector is used for battery charging only. To bootload new firmware, you will need an external serial connection over an FTDI cable, or other serial connection.

Note: The XBee socket and FTDI connection live on the same TX/RX pins of the ATmega328. You will need to remove the XBee module while reprogramming over serial. We recommend using a wireless bootloader whenever possible to avoid this step.

Features:

ATmega328V running at 8MHz

Arduino Bootloader

XBee socket

Lithium Polymer battery compatible

MAX1555 LiPo Charger

Reset button

On/Off Switch

Status/Charge/RSSI LEDs

ATMega 328 MCU with Arduino Uno Bootloader

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 10:28:15 GMT

If you've fried your 328 chip, or simply want to be able to swap sketches whilst in the field - this is a fresh ATMega chip with the Arduino bootloader burnt on.

RN-174 prototyping board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:51:09 GMT

The RN-174 prototyping board is a field ready, Wi-Fi certified 802.11 b/g solution. It has the flexibility to connect directly to a standard RS232 interface or through the TTL UART interface to embedded systems. The status LEDs and jumpers enable rapid prototyping and integration into existing systems.

In the simplest configuration the hardware only requires four connections (PWR, TX, RX, GND). In cases where power is available on the RS232 DB9 connector of your application, the RN-174 can be directly wired to create an instant serial to WiFi network link.

Additionally, the analogue sensor interface provides direct connections to send temperature, acceleration, and other analogue data without requiring additional hardware. The WiFly GSX module is programmed and controlled with a simple ASCII command language. Once the WiFly GSX is setup it can scan to find an access point, associate, authenticate, and connect over any WiFi network.

UART interface with RS232 and TTL signaling

Through hole board simplifies system integration

Status LEDs to show network status and data transfer

High throughput, up to 1Mbps sustained data rate with TCP/IP and WPA2

Ultra-low power (4uA sleep, 50mA Rx, 210mA Tx)

Through hole design with mounting posts

Jumpers for setting adhoc mode and restoring to factory defaults

10 general purpose digital IO

8 analogue sensor interfaces

Real-time clock for wakeup and time stamping

Accepts 3-12VDC

On-board ECOS -OS, TCP/IP stacks

Wi-Fi Alliance certified for WPA2-PSK

FCC / CE/ ICS certified and RoHS compliant

WiFi Module - RN121

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:11:30 GMT

As the successor to the RN-111B, the RN-121 is pin and function compatible. Additionally, the RN-121 has the complete feature set of the RN-131G including adhoc networking and 802.11g support. With its 2mm through hole design, the RN-121 is perfect for adding embedded wireless LAN/WAN access to products as an optional feature. The straightforward ASCII command set simplifies development by managing TCP/IP stack and providing networking network functionality such as UDP, ping, telnet and FTP. Once the module is configured, it automatically associates and authenticates with a network, making your device accessible worldwide.

802.11b/g PHY/MAC at up to 54 Mbps

Qualified 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11b/g transceiver

Wi-Fi Alliance certified

Support infrastructure and enterprise networking

Ultra low power - 4uA sleep, 40mA Rx, 210mA Tx (max)

Multiple sleep modes - wake up timer, data or external signal

UART, RS232, RS485 interfaces

1Mbit effective data rate

On-board ceramic chip antenna and U.FL connector for external antenna

10 PIOs and 8 sensor pins for general use

Real-time clock for wake up and time stamping

Accepts wide voltage range input 3.3V-12VDC (9-40V on RN-123 and RN-125)

Switched power supply for external sensors

FCC/CE/ICS certified and RoHS compliant

High-speed UART up to 460kbps

Please note: this board does not come with the soldered pins shown in the picture.

NCP1400-5V Step-Up Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:36:29 GMT

The NCP1400 is a 5V DC-DC converter. The breakout board will accept voltage inputs between 1 and 4 Volts and output a constant, low ripple 5V output capable of sourcing up to 100 mA. This board is great for supplying power to 5V sensors on a 3.3V board, or providing 5V from a AA battery. The breakout board includes the necessary peripheral components. The input, ouput and ground pins are broken out on a 0.1" grid to allow easy access on a breadboard.

Color 7 inch TFT Touch Screen Display Panel

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:55:15 GMT

7" TFT Display (800x480) with touch screen. Includes the 7" TFT Display Expansion. FEZ Cobra mounts directly on the display expansion using included screws. A 5" flex cable is included.

Color 4.3 inch TFT Touch Screen Display Panel

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:53:02 GMT

Colour 4.3" display with touch screen, includes the display expansion. The display has a resolution of 480x272 and is similar in size to that of the PSP.

FEZ Panda II .NET Compatible Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:53:36 GMT

The 72Mhz FEZ Panda II runs .NET Micro Framework, allowing users to program and debug FEZ Panda using Microsoft's free Visual C# Express. Applications are loaded over USB or serial cable with full featured debugging capabilities, such as stepping in code or inspecting variables.

FEZ Panda II is an enhanced version of the original FEZ Panda with onboard microSD socket, Real Time Clock, and an easily accessible 40-pin female header that exposes the extra IOs.

Key Features:

Based on NXP's LPC2387 micro-controller with GHI's commercial USBizi firmware/software package.

72MHz. 32-bit ARM7 processor.

512 KB Flash (148KB for user application).

96 KB RAM (62KB for user application).

Compatible with most Arduino shields.

USB device connection for run-time debugging.

Specialized libraries to configure USB port to emulate devices like thumb-drive, virtual COM (CDC), mouse, or keyboard.

USB Debugging and Virtual COM (CDC) can work simultaneously.

Built-in Micro SD card socket (4-bit high speed SDHC support, no 2GB limit) with card detect signal.

54x Digital IO ports.

6x 10-bit analogue inputs.

10-bit analogue output (with audio WAV playback).

6x Hardware PWM channels.

2x CAN channels.

Battery backup RAM 2KB.

Configurable on-board LED and button.

4x UART serial ports (one with hardware handshaking capability).

OneWire interface (available on any IO).

Built-in Real Time Clock (RTC) with the suitable crystal.

Processor register access.

OutputCompare for generating waveforms with high accuracy.

RLP allowing users to load native code (C/Assembly) for real-time requirements.

Ethernet support through W5100 chipset with full TCP, UDP, HTTP, DHCP and DNS support. Ethernet throughput is 400Kbps.

Extended double-precision math class.

Parallel port (ideal for colour displays).

JTAG is exposed (available only when firmware is erased).

Multi-threading.

XML.

FAT File System.

Cryptography (AES and XTEA).

Low power and hibernate support.

In-field update (from SD, network or other).

Power:

Through USB port or an external DC 6-9V power supply (connecting both is safe).

3.3V regulated DC output is available.

5.0V regulated DC output is available

Digital I/O are 3.3V but 5V tolerant.

Low power and hibernate modes.

Active power consumption 103 mA.

Idle power consumption 65 mA.

Hibernate power consumption 3.75mA.

Enviromental:

RoHS compliant /Lead-free compliant.

Operating temperature: -20 to 65�C.

Note: Mini USB cable is included at no additional cost.

1.7 inch OLED Display Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 15:38:39 GMT

The 4Display-Shield-160 provides an easy way of interfacing the popular uOLED-160-G1 display module to the Arduino-Uno, the Arduino-Mega2560 and many other Arduino compatible boards. The unit comes complete with the uOLED-160-G1 module, a 5 way multiswitch joystick and male headers that help connect the 4Display-Shield to the Arduino boards. The 5 position joystick is connected to the Arduino D2, D3, D4, D5 and D6 pins. The communication interface between the 4Display-Shield and the Arduino is via the Serial UART. Both the TX and RX signals are jumpered on the shield PCB so that the Arduino UART can be freed-up when it's being programmed.

The uOLED-160-G1 module is integrated with a 1.7" full colour 160x128 pixel resolution OLED screen, tiny yet poweful GOLDELOX graphics controller chip and a micro-SD connector which supports standard and high-capacity memory cards. The memory card can be used to store images, icons, video clips and data logging.

Here is where it really gets interesting. The uOLED-160-G1 module can be configured to run under 2 different operating modes or platforms:

uOLED-160-G1(SGC) : Serial Platform module
uOLED-160-G1(GFX) : 4DGL Platform module

Here are the differences between the (SGC) and the (GFX) platforms:

(SGC) Serial Platform:

The (SGC) Serial-Platform modules are based on the GOLDELOX-SGC Serial Graphics Controller chip. In this mode, the GOLDELOX-SGC (embedded in the uOLED-160-G1) becomes the slave device and the Arduino takes the role of the host controller. This allows you to develop your graphics applications using the Arduino development environment and software tools. The GOLDELOX-SGC chip has a rich set of serial commands built inside the chip and the commands are sent from the Arduino via the serial (UART) interface. All it takes is a few bytes of serial data from the Arduino and you can quickly and easily draw lines, circles, text and even display Images as well as play Video clips.

All the resources for the SGC Serial-Platform are available under the "Serial Platform" downloads tab. We are currently developing serial command libraries for the Arduino but in the mean time the following links may prove useful.

http://jennylc.com/4d/
http://nicholasboka.com/?page_id=23
http://code.google.com/p/displayshield4d/
http://code.google.com/p/uoled-library/

(GFX) 4DGL Platform:

The (GFX) 4DGL-Platform modules are based on the GOLDELOX-GFX2 Graphics Controller chip. In this mode, the GOLDELOX-GFX2 (embedded in the uOLED-160-G1) becomes a stand alone device and all application code is written in 4DGL (4D Graphics Language). Don't let the name scare you off, 4DGL is an easy to learn but a powerful high level language. It allows the developer to write applications in a high level syntax similar to popular languages such as BASIC, C and Pascal and run it directly on the GOLDELOX-GFX2 processor. If you can write Arduino code then you can certainly write 4DGL code. The (GFX) modules are stand alone devices. It allows the user to take complete control of all available resources on the uOLED-160-G1 module such as the Serial Port, the graphics display and the micro-SD memory card. Thus graphics intensive processes can be completely offloaded from the Arduino and run on the GOLDELOX-GFX2 chip, along with micro-SD card processes and access to the GOLDELOX I/O pins. It provides the user complete control over the display module allowing them to offload a lot of overhead from the host processor by creating the 'work horse' objects within the display module itself.

So, for a game of Tetris, rather than sending all the tetris graphics objects (tile blocks, borders, game score, etc etc), as serial graphics primitives, entire functions can be created in 4DGL and receive simple serial commands to control them. This also gives a neat division between the graphics functions and the game itself, allowing changes in the games appearance without altering the main Arduino game code, effectively allowing you to 'change skins' for the games appearance.

All the resources for the GFX 4DGL-Platform are available under the "4DGL Platform" downloads tab.

NOTE:

There is only a single GOLDELOX chip in the uOLED-160-G1 module. The chip can be configured to be either a GOLDELOX-SGC or a GOLDELOX-GFX2 by programming the appropriate PmmC configuration file (Personality module micro Code) in to the chip. Think of it as a soft silicon where the silicon can be reconfigured via the PmmC file. There is a 5 pin male program header available on the 4Display-Shield to program the GOLDELOX with PmmC files as well as to download 4DGL application code when the chip is configured as the GOLDELOX-GFX2.

PoGa - Portable Game Development Console Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 14:46:05 GMT

The PoGa kit is a Portable Game Development console that uses 4D Systems' Graphic Language (4DGL). The PoGa incorporates a 128xRGBx128 pixel full color TFT display, 'standard' game console push button layout for controlling the game flow, a small loudspeaker for sound effects, and a micro SD card for storing images and game data. It is driven by the tiny yet powerful GOLDELOX-PoGa custom graphics processor from 4D Labs. Graphics, text, image, animation and countless more features are built right inside the chip. For portability the PoGa can be powered for many hours on standard 3xAAA batteries.

The 4D Graphics language provides enough power and flexibility to make some really cool games and learn the 'art of programming' with a leisurely learning curve. The 4D Workshop incorporates a text editor, graphics tools, compiler and program down-loader in a neat and easy to use package. You can have your first demo game running within minutes and then start to understand how to modify and improve existing games or use 'building blocks' of code to create your very own games!

Note: These have a MicroSD card slot, but do not come with cards. They also do not come with batteries, but take standard AAAs.

Features:

Single chip, low cost educational game development platform, incorporating the tiny GOLDELOX-PoGa graphics processor chip.

Comes in an easy to build kit form with very low parts count and cost: GOLDELOX-PoGa chip, 6 buttons, Color LCD-TFT, Battery Holder and few discrete components.

Display: 1.44", 128xRGBx128 resolution, 65K color TFT-LCD (directly interfaced to the GOLDELOX-PoGa chip).

Colours: 65K simultaneous colors.

MicroSD Card Interface: Supports the PoGa-Disk which can store and load up to 512 games and other applications as well as images and video clips. It can also be used as a storage medium for data logging applications during run time.

Sound Support: Single channel sound engine with extended RTTTL format and allows complex generation of game sounds.

Console: Layout fashion follows most standard game consoles with 6 buttons for game and non game related application control.

Expandable: Power and UART lines are available via 8pin expansion port.
Battery: Supports 3 x AAA batteries for mobility (high capacity alkaline or lithium recommended).

Supports the high level 4DGL language platform, syntax very similar to C.

Software Tools: Free fully integrated 4D Workshop3 IDE software development tool suite.

Documents:

Product Page

Quick Start Guide

Assembly Guide

3D Printer Extruder Nozzle

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 18:48:19 GMT

This is a replacement extruder nozzle for the UP! Plus 3D Printer. The nozzle is designed to be removed by the special wrench supplied with the printer, and screws on/off the extruder.

Platform Adhesive

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 18:42:51 GMT

This is a silicone based adhesive used with the UP! Plus 3D Printer. The glue is painted onto the build platform before a print, and prevents the print from 'curling' off the plaform as the plastic cools. It sounds a little messy, but works extremely well. The glue is actually just 'tacky' not super strong, so when it comes to removing the print, it's easy enough to do.

Comes in a 150ml container. Glue is non-toxic, but should be stored in a cool, dry place. One container's worth lasts a long time.

RFID Evaluation Shield - 13.56MHz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:52:57 GMT

This board is an evaluation platform for the SM130 RFID module. It includes an XBee header, PCB trace antenna, and has the layout to be used as a shield for an Arduino. There is a small prototyping area as well. This board can also be used as an antenna to the SM130 RFID module. Be sure to check the schematic for information on the connections.

This board comes populated with the switches, resistors and LEDs, but does not include the RFID module, XBee or Arduino board.

Note: Unfortunately, the UART selection silk screen on the board is incorrect (sorry!). Refer to the schematic for correct pin assignments. Here is how it should read:

D7 -> RFID RX
D8 -> RFID TX
D9 -> XBee TX
D10 -> XBee RX

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (SM130)

Additional Downloads

RFID Module - SM130 Mifare (13.56 MHz)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 16:45:29 GMT

The SMB130 is a 28 pin DIP module 13.56 MHz RFID Mifare reader/writer. The module needs an external antenna to function

The module communicates over UART or I2C with simple protocols. It also has 2 general purpose inputs and 2 general purpose outputs for switches, relays, etc.

Note: You will need an antenna or evaluation board for this module to work.

Features:

UART interface up to 115200bps

I2C interface up to 400 KHz

Complete read/write module excluding antenna

5V supply

2 general purpose outputs

2 general purpose inputs

Resources

Datasheet

Additional Downloads

Non-Invasive Current Sensor - 30A

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 13:03:20 GMT

This current clamp can be used to detect a current of up to 30A. Simply clip it around the current source that you wish to measure and it will produce a (very) small AC voltage proportional to the current. The cable is terminated on one end with a standard 3.5mm jack (like a headphone jack).

Use this to build your own energy monitor and keep your power usage down, or use it to to build an >over-current protection device for an AC load. See the link below for an example project. Check out the datasheet for the pinout of the 3.5mm jack

Documents:

Datasheet

Arduino Energy Monitor Project

uLCD-32PT 3.2 inch LCD display

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 16:14:21 GMT

The uLCD-32PT(SGC) is a 3.2" compact and cost effective all in one �SMART� serial display module using the latest state of the art Active Matrix LCD (TFT) technology with an embedded PICASO-SGC serial graphics controller that delivers �stand-alone� functionality to any project.

You can easily get this display to draw complex shapes, display images, and even display short sections of video by just send a few serial commands. The commands can be sent from an external MCU in SGC mode, or you can reprogram the module's firmware and have the on-board MCU draw the shapes or images (GFX mode), making this display truly stand alone

All programming is carried out over a simple serial link - but in GFX mode, once this programming is complete, all you need to get the display to run is power. There's an onboard memory card slot and even a tiny speaker / sounder

Note: This product is designed to be a direct replacement of the uLCD-32032-P1T(SGC) module.
Features

Low-cost LCD display graphics user interface solution.

240 x 320 QVGA resolution, 65K true to life colours, TFT screen.
Display Viewing Area: 48.6 x 64.8mm

Integrated 4-Wire resistive Touch Panel.
Easy 5 pin interface to any host device: VCC, TX, RX, GND, RESET.

Asynchronous hardware serial port, TTL interface, with 300 baud to 256K baud.

Powered by the 4D-Labs PICASO-SGC processor (also available as separate OEM IC for volume users).

On-board micro-SD memory card adaptor for multimedia storage and data logging purposes. HC card support is also available for cards 4Gb and larger

DOS compatible file access (FAT16 format) as well as low level access to card memory.

Dedicated PWM Audio pin supports FAT16 audio WAV files and complex sound generation.

On-board audio amplifier with a tiny 8 Ohms speaker for sound generation and WAV file playback.

Comprehensive set of built in high level graphics functions and algorithms that can draw lines, circles, text, and much more.

Display full colour images, animations, icons and video clips.

Supports all available Windows fonts and characters (imported as external fonts).

16 x General Purpose I/O pins. Upper 8 bits can be used as an I/O Bus for fast 8-bit parallel data transfers.

2 x 30 pin headers for I/O expansion and future plug-in daughter boards.

4.0V to 5.5V range operation (single supply).

Module dimensions: 55.1 x 77.0 x 13.8mm (not including mounting tabs).

4 x snap-off mounting tabs with 3mm holes for mechanical support.

RoHS Compliant.

Data Sheets

uLCD-32PT-SGC-DS-rev1.pdf
PICASO-SGC-COMMANDS-SIS-rev6.pdf
PmmC File: The PmmC file contains the low level micro-code information (analogy of that of a soft silicon) which define the characteristics and functionality of the PICASO-SGC processor. All of the high level serial commands are part of the PmmC configuration file and future proofing and enhancements are available via PmmC updates. The PmmC file is programmed into the uLCD-32PT(SGC) module via the serial port.

uLCD-32PTSGC-R18.pmmc (Portrait)
uLCD-32PTSGC-PR-R18.pmmc (Portrait Rotated)
uLCD-32PTSGC-L-R18.pmmc (Landscape)
uLCD-32PTSGC-LR-R18.pmmc (Landscape Rotated)
DISP Config File: The PICASO-SGC is factory configured to work with the onboard 3.2" touch display. The DISP config file contains information for the display hardware registers, embedded fonts, splash screen settings, screen saver, etc. Download and import this file into the DISP-Software-Tool to further customise the embedded fonts, the splash screen, the screen saver and other features.

uLCD-32PT-V00.h (Portrait)
uLCD-32PT-PR-V00.h (Portrait Rotated)
uLCD-32PT-L-V00.h (Landscape)
uLCD-32PT-LR-V00.h (Landscape Rotated)
Simulation File: The simulation file can be imported into the FAT-Controller software tool to simulate all the functionality of the uLCD-32PT(SGC) module on the PC.

uLCD-32PT-V00.4DROM (Portrait)
uLCD-32PT-PR-V00.4DRom (Portrait Rotated)
uLCD-32PT-L-V00.4DRom (Landscape)
uLCD-32PT-LR-V00.4DRom (Landscape Rotated)
PmmC-Loader Software Tool: Windows based software tool to program the PmmC file into the PICASO-SGC processor.

PmmC-Loader Tool link
DISP Software Tool: DISP is a free software tool used to: Configure the PICASO-SGC chip to work with a specific display. Modify the way the chip initially sets up the display, e.g. screen saver. Construct the splash screen. Replace or modify the embedded fonts.

DISP Tool link
4D-Workshop3 IDE Tool: This is a free software tool for Windows. The 4D-Workshop3 IDE provides an integrated application development environment for PICASO-SGC processor and associated display modules. The IDE combines the Editor, Compiler and Simulator to develop 4DSL Scripts.

4D-Workshop3-IDE-Tool
FONT Software Tool: This is a free software tool that can assist in the conversion of any Windows fonts into the bitmap format that can be used by the PICASO-SGC. The converted font set can then be exported into the DISP-Tool utility which can then be programmed into the PICASO-SGC on-chip flash memory.

FONT Tool link
FAT-Controller Software Tool: This is a free software tool to test all of the functionality of the PICASO-SGC device. It is useful in learning about how to communicate with the chip and it can also simulate most of the operation of the device. It can also assist in the creation of simple scripts, either simulating the execution of those scripts and/or downloading them into a memory card for execution on the display.

FAT-Controller Tool link
RMPET Software Tool: Removable Media Partition Edit Tool (RMPET) can split a large card into two partitions, the first partition for use as a FAT16 partition and the second partition for use as a RAW partition.

RMPET Tool link
Graphics-Composer Software Tool: This is a free software tool for Windows. This software tool is an aid to composing a slide show of images/animations/movie-clips (multi-media objects) which can then be downloaded into the memory card that is supported by the PICASO-SGC. The host simply sends serial commands to the PICASO-SGC to display the multimedia objects.

Graphics Composer Software

The Egg Bot (Full Kit)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 15:39:57 GMT

The Eggbot is an open-source art robot that can draw on spherical or egg-shaped objects from the size of a ping pong ball to that of a small grapefruit (roughly 1.25 to 4.25 inches in diameter). The EggBot is super adjustable and designed to draw on all kinds of things that are normally "impossible" to print on. You can draw on anything like golf balls, light bulbs, mini pumpkins, and even things like wine glasses (with a bit of work).

Use it to personalize Christmas ornaments or impress your friends with masterpiece Easter eggs. The Eggbot is not just a cool gadget; it’s also a great introduction to do-it-yourself robotics. All of the electronics and software are designed to be hackable and repurposed, so you could easily computer control an Etch-a-Sketch or create something totally new.

The Eggbot software allows you to control the 'bot from within Inkscape (a superb free/open source illustration program) on Mac, Windows, or Linux computers. You can draw an image directly, trace a photograph, or import designs from other programs. You can also control the Eggbot directly from many other programs that have the ability to send serial commands over a USB port.

Includes:

EggBot chassis

(2) stepper motors

Servo motor

EggBot controller board

Power supply

USB cable

Sharpie pen

All necessary hardware for the kit

Documents:

Documentation

Assembly Guide

Software

Building Wireless Sensor Networks

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 15:55:51 GMT

***NO VAT ON THIS PRODUCT***

Building Wireless Sensor Networks explains theory and practice behind using Zigbee (xbee) modules to build both simple point to point links and complex mesh networks

The author uses the familiar Xbee Explorer Regulated and Xbee Explorer USB to easily access and adapt xbee modules to different application. The book explains about using X-CTU or a simple terminal program to change settings on the Xbee modules and set them up for different network configurations.

At the advanced end of things, the author explains about the 'API' data / command mode which can be used to speed up data operations and touches on the use of Xbee 'gateways' to the internet or other data networks

Programming Interactivity (1st Edition)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 14:33:43 GMT

***NO VAT ON THIS PRODUCT***

Make cool stuff. If you're a designer or artist without a lot of programming experience, this book will teach you to work with 2D and 3D graphics, sound, physical interaction, and electronic circuitry to create all sorts of interesting and compelling experiences -- online and off.

Programming Interactivity explains programming and electrical engineering basics, and introduces three freely available tools created specifically for artists and designers:

Processing, a Java-based programming language and environment for building projects on the desktop, Web, or mobile phones Arduino, a system that integrates a microcomputer prototyping board, IDE, and programming language for creating your own hardware and controls OpenFrameworks, a coding framework simplified for designers and artists, using the powerful C++ programming language BTW, you don't have to wait until you finish the book to actually make something. You'll get working code samples you can use right away, along with the background and technical information you need to design, program, build, and troubleshoot your own projects. The cutting edge design techniques and discussions with leading artists and designers will give you the tools and inspiration to let your imagination take flight.

Bus Pirate Cable

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 19:13:30 GMT

This is an interface cable for the Bus Pirate, designed to connect to its 2x5 I/O header. The cable's connector is composed of two rows of five 0.1" spaced pins; it's also polarized, as is the mating connector on-board the Bus Pirate, so you can only connect the cable in one direction. The leads of the cable are terminated with female ends to mate with test hooks (coming soon!).

The pin-out of the connector is documented here.

Bus Pirate

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 19:09:36 GMT

The Bus Pirate, created by Ian Lesnet and featured on Hack a Day, is a troubleshooting tool that communicates between a PC and any embedded device over most standard serial protocols, which include I2C, SPI, and asynchronous serial - all at voltages from 0-5.5VDC. This product eliminates a ton of early prototyping effort when working with new or unknown chips.

Working with the Bus Pirate is simple and effective - type commands into a terminal on your computer, those commands are interpreted by the Bus Pirate and sent via the proper protocol. The Pirate will also interpret data sent from your embedded device back to your computer terminal. A big bonus is the bootloader installed on the PIC, which allows you to easily update the firmware and change the functionality of the board.

The main components of the Bus Pirate are PIC24FJ64 processor and an FT232RL USB-to-Serial chip. A Mini-B USB connector is populated on the board, and when you plug it into your computer it will come up as a virtual COM port. The pinout of the 2x5 I/O header is documented here.

Its also worth noting that the IC Hook with Pigtail sets work well with this board.
Features:

Supported protocols:

1-Wire

I2C

SPI

JTAG

Asynchronous serial

MIDI

PC keyboard

HD44780 LCD

2- and 3-wire libraries with bitwise pin control

Scriptable binary bitbang, 1-Wire, I2C, SPI, and UART modes

0-5.5volt tolerant pins

0-6volt measurement probe

1Hz - 40MHz frequency measurement

1kHz - 4MHz pulse-width modulator, frequency generator

On-board multi-voltage pull-up resistors

On-board 3.3volt and 5volt power supplies with software reset

Macros for common operations

Bus traffic sniffers (SPI, I2C)

A bootloader for easy firmware updates

Transparent USB->serial mode

10Hz - 1MHz low-speed logic analyzer

Scriptable from Perl, Python, etc.

Translations (currently Spanish and Italian)

Enumerates as a virtual COM port over USB

Can operate as AVR STK v2 clone programmer

Access to PIC24FJ64 ICSP programming port

Dimensions: 2.10 x 1.20" (53 x 30mm)

Documents:

Bus Pirate Manual (LOTS of links, LOTS of information)

Schematic

Eagle Files

Bus Pirate Forum

FTDI USB Drivers

Component / Small Tool Box 7L

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 15:52:04 GMT

This is Raaco's '7L' box - a perfect small storage solution for the desktop. It has 7 compartments - 6 of them perfect for small to medium sized components, and 1 large compartment which comfortably holds small tools like tweezers, snips, crimpers or even several Arduinos, Netduinos, Fez Dominos or mbeds!

These boxes are very high quality and will last - they're made in Europe.

Each of the smaller compartments is 41mm x 45mm, with the larger compartment measuring 265mm x 94mm

This plastic is *not* anti-static.

We like that the lid of this box fits extremely well against the internal compartment walls. Even if you turn the box upside down and shake it (with the lid closed!) even small components don't seem to 'bleed' from one compartment to another.

The lid itself is see-through, with a firm catch that will stop it flying open in everything apart from extreme circumstances.

Box Material:Polypropylene
External Height:41mm
External Width:173mm
External Depth:271mm
Colour:Black
No. of Compartments:7

Brushless Motor 1000kV

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:41:25 GMT

This is a 1000kV brushless motor. The motor is ideal as an 'outrunner' motor on a Quad copter. The motor comes supplied with fixing cross hardware and screws, and includes 35cm long leads with bullet connectors.

Size: 28 x 30mm
Shaft: 3.17mm
RPM/V: 1000kV
Prop: 10x45
Batt: 2-4 S LiPo
Weight: 54g
Cables: 35cm / 18 AWG

Tested thrust:

Power out put from ESC, 3S LiPo, 10x45 Propeller

25% 50% 75% 100%
Amp 1A 3.4A 9A 12.2A

Power (W) 11 38 100 135

Thrust 170g 433g 855g 1095g

Detailed dimensions:

Component Box 6B

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:56:05 GMT

This is Raaco's '6B' box - a perfect small storage solution for the desktop. It has 6 compartments - 5 of them perfect for small to medium sized components, and 1 large compartment which comfortably holds an Arduino, Netduino, Fez Domino or mbed.

These boxes are very high quality and will last - they're made in Europe.

Each of the smaller compartments is 40mm x 60mm, with the larger compartment measuring 125mm x 60mm

This plastic is *not* anti-static.

We like that the lid of this box fits extremely well against the internal compartment walls. Even if you turn the box upside down and shake it (with the lid closed!) even small components don't seem to 'bleed' from one compartment to another.

The lid itself is see-through, with a firm catch that will stop it flying open in everything apart from extreme circumstances.

Box Material:Polypropylene
External Height:40mm
External Width:179mm
External Depth:151mm
Colour:Black
Height:40mm
No. of Compartments:6

FEZ Relay Block

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 11:36:59 GMT

This is a simple relay that can be easily plugged into the FEZ Component Shield via the supplied lead. The relay is rated at 10A, 250V. The pin marked 'IN' is equivalent to 'COMMON' with 'OUT1' normally open and 'OUT2' normally closed.

***PLEASE NOTE*** This device is capable of handling mains level voltage which can prove fatal. Please only use this device if you're completely confident to work with mains voltages.

FEZ Component Shield V2

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 11:25:31 GMT

This shield fits onto the FEZ Domino (or any board with this footprint - Arduino Uno / Netduino / Netduino Plus ) and makes the pins available as JST 3 pin sockets. The sockets allow you to connect anything with the correct plug and pins arranged as GND, Signal, +5V

There are 20 I/O sockets, one VBAT socket, and a reset button is available to make up for the shield covering the Domino's reset button when it's mounted.

We sell as range of add on peripherals (switches, LEDs, relays etc) that have the correct plugs to connect to these sockets

Color LCD - Breakout Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:25:08 GMT

This breakout board for the popular Nokia 6100 Knock-off color LCD has an improved backlight driver circuit (boosts to 7V) , plus a tri-color status LED and 2 pushbuttons, all accessed through one 12-pin 0.1" spaced header. This breakout is set up for serial communication to the display.

This board comes with Nokia 6100 display attached and stand-offs as photographed.

Note: Pins 8 and 9 on the Nokia LCD connector will be connected with a solder bridge.

Pin connections:

+Vbat (backlight driver input)

3.3V (logic supply, regulated input)

Ground

Stat0 (Red status LED, low active)

Stat1 (Blue status LED, low active)

Stat2 (Green status LED, low active)

Reset

DIO

SCK

CS

S2 (Pushbutton 2, low active)

S1 (Pushbutton 1, low active)

+Vbat and the 3.3V input can be driven from the same regulated 3.3V source, but the device will draw more current than if the +Vbat input was driven from a higher source voltage. For a given +Vbat input voltage, you can expect the current draw to be:

108mA @ 6V input

120mA @ 5V input

243mA @ 3.7V input (single Lipo cell)

324mA @ 3.3V input

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

mbed Example

Dimensions: 1.5"x2.5"

Color LCD 128x128 Nokia Knock-Off

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:17:20 GMT

Finally! Color LCDs you can afford and play with! This 128x128 mini color LCD is a perfect match for your next portable application.

What we've found over in China is a 'copy' of the Nokia LCD found in models 6100, 6610, 7210, 7250, and 5100. We don't know what phones it fits, and we don't really care. This inexpensive LCD comes with a powerful white LED backlight and a relatively simple serial interface. It's a 9-bit interface, so beware. But we were able to get the LCD up and running on a LPC2138 with a few hours worth of work.

Please note: This LCD is meant to replace a broken screen in a cell phone. The connector (both on the LCD and on the PCB) was not designed for multiple attachment/detachment. Please secure your LCD in place with double stick tape to prevent stress on these connectors. This LCD is small! Please see the comparative photos. With that said, it is still superbly readable at arms length (cell phone technology).

We've got the LCD and example C code for �10. You really can't say no!

Note: This shield uses the Epson S1D15G10 or Philips PCF8833 controller (we cannot guarantee which one you will receive. Please see Jim Lynch's tutorial below as to why.

Frame Dimensions: 1.35x1.58"

Active Display Dimensions: 1.2"x1.2"

Features:

LCD Logic - 3.3V @ 2-3mA

LED Backlight - 7V @ 40-50mA (very bright)

Full 4,096 Color Display

Uses the Epson S1D15G10 or Philips PCF8833 Controller (we cannot guarantee which one you will receive, please see Jim Lynch's tutorial below as to why)

Documents:

Latest LPC2148 example code, works with both controllers

Latest ATmega8 example code, works with Epson controller

Interface tutorial by Jim Lynch

Epson Controller Datasheet

The holy grail forum posting for this Nokia type LCD

Example Pixel Control of LCD

Example Parallax Stamp BS2 Code - Thanks Terry! Screenshot

Example ATMega32 Code - Thanks Jimbo!

Example SAM7-P64 ARM Code - Thanks again Jimbo!

Example 3D Graphics project on a PIC

Example ATMega644/128/32/16 code - Care of Cathy

Example Gumstix Interface - Thanks Areth

Example PIC 16F87x code for CCS Compiler - Thanks Marcus

Example PIC 18F4550 USB - Thanks Francesco

Example 4096 Color Control - Beautiful! Thanks Loren Blaney

Example Linux Driver - Thanks Zsolt

Example Image Converter - Thanks Jamie Samayoa

Bitmap Converter - Thanks Sebastian

mbed Example

Pin Out (use the numbering visible on the display connector):

VCC-Digital (3.3V)

RESET

SDATA

SCK

CS

VCC-Display (3.3V)

N/C

GND

LED GND

LED V+ (6-7V)

3D Printer Build Platform

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 17:58:03 GMT

This a a solid metal build platform with dimensions 140mm x 140mm. There are 2 screw holes to mount it to the heating block in the centre and 1 hole in each corner for optional perfboard attachment.

UP! Plus Printer Extruder Fan

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 17:09:43 GMT

This is a small fan designed to fit on the UP! Plus extruder head. The fan's job is to keep the head (+plastic) at a constant temperature no matter what the flow of material through the extruder. The fan is power by an attached cable that fits onto a connector inside of the extruder assembly.

Nintendo DS Touch Screen Connector Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 12:05:04 GMT

This a breakout board for the SMD connector for the Nintendo DS touch screen. 4-pin right angle ZIF connector at 0.5 mm pitch broken out to 4 0.1 inch spaced headers.
Documents:

Connector Datasheet

Schematic

Nintendo DS Touch Screen

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 11:53:56 GMT

This is a 4-wire analog touch screen originally designed for the Nintendo DS. Add this touch screen to any LCD you want! Readings are taken by putting 5V across two of the pins and doing an analog to digital conversion on the other two pins. Full X and Y position can be achieved with only 4 GPIOs.

Check out SFE's touchscreen tutorial!
Dimensions: 2.2 x 2.75"
Documents:

Datasheet

Bluetooth Dongle - RS232 'Firefly' (RN270F) - Battery Powered

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 11:18:26 GMT

This dongle adds bluetooth functionality to computers via their RS232 (serial) port. It also gets over a common problem with some older computers, that of power not being supplied from the RS232 port. To solve this, the RN270F has 2 on-board power supply options - a compartment accepting 2xAAA batteries, or a DC barrel plug socket for a normal power adaptor.

One of the brilliant things with these dongles is that they can be pair using hardware switches. This eradicates the problem of trying to install device drivers on old operating systems

Another good thing is that rechargeable batteries can be used, then recharged in module by using a power adaptor (not provided).

There are three ways to utilize this dongle:

Direct to a Bluetooth client: The client creates a SPP connection to the unit and uses a virtual COM style interface. Data is sent and received on the client exactly as if a serial cable was connected to a real COM port on the client.
Cable replacement: Pair two dongles with simple **hardware** dip switches (no more fiddling with software device drivers)
Master mode: The dongle is configured to connect out over Bluetooth into a remote client, an access point, or a Bluetooth server.
Features

Class 1 device
Soft button on/off switch
Low battery monitor and LED indicator
Automatic shutoff (programmable) to conserve power
>10 hours continuous connect time
Accepts NiMH batteries
Has on-board charger
5VDC charging jack (can also charge from pin 9)
Resources

Datasheet
User Guide
Applications

Wireless cable replacement
Measurement/Monitoring systems
Medical devices
Asset tracking
Much more

Robotic Claw

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 18:26:43 GMT

This robotic claw arm is great for all your gripping needs. They are made from metal and are pretty heavy-duty. The claw opens to about 2" and depending on the servo motor used, it can pick up some relatively heavy objects. Because the arms move parallel to each other, you get a better grip.

These also have a mounting plate on the bottom which accepts standard spacing found on servo mounts (the extra bits that come with our servo motors). These do not come with a servo motor, we suggest the HS422

Documents:

Dimensional Drawing

FlyPort WI-FI Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 16:58:25 GMT

If you need to get a WiFi solution up and running quickly, the FlyPort could be the answer. It's a MCU, a WiFI module and an antenna, all mounted on one small and easy to use board.

The MCU and WiFi module talk to each other through a Microchip certified TCP/IP stack, making send and receiving data from the internet easy.

The onboard MCU contains a bootloader, so no additional programmer is needed, and a free IDE makes writing code very easy.

FlyPort WIFI module has enough processing power and memory space to let you:

- Manage sensors
- Manage actuators
- Create micro webservers
- Create complex network of sensors/actuators based on the existing WIFI networks
Key Features

Based on Microchip PIC 24F256FJ106GA 16 bits processors and the Microchip WIFI module MRF24WB0MA/RM
Compatible with 802.11 b/g/n
Module runs TPC-IP stack (Microchip certified) and application layer.
Module has preloaded BRUTUS (serial bootloader based on DS30) to let you
Download or upgrade firmware using a serial connection
Module includes a PCB antenna with a RF range up to 400 meters
Dimensions: 35 x 48 x 7 mm
Connector: 26 pins, 2*13, pitch 2.54mm, Male pinstrip
Power supply: 5V or 3,3V

There's enough code space on the module's processor to write web servers, servo drivers, or a whole range of other stand-alone functions. Communication with the module at a hardware level is made through a 26 pin double row header and gives access to the following :

5 Digital Inputs : 5V Tolerant
5 Digital Outputs : 4 can be used as PWM, 3,3V level
4 Analog Inputs : 10bits ADC, VRef=2,048V 1bit=2mV
1xUART port
1xSPI port
1xI2C port
Reset
Resrouces

Cool Components Tutorial : Getting Started

Schematic

Assembly

Datasheet

Free IDE

FLYPORTSIDE

Rover 5 Robot Platform

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 15:35:00 GMT

If you're looking for a base for your next robot, look no further than the Rover 5. The Rover 5 uses 4 independent motors, each with an optical quadrature encoder and gearbox. The entire gearbox assembly can be rotated at 5 degree increments for different clearance configurations. You can even replace the tank treads with traditional wheels.

This isn't a wimpy or flimsy robot base. Weighing in at over 2.5 pounds without batteries, this base is heavy duty and can drive over quite a bit. Check the manual below for dimensional drawings.

Features:

Adjustable gear box angles

4 independent motors

4 independent optical encoders

Thick rubber tank treads

6x AA battery holder

10Kg/cm stall torque per motor

Documents:

Manual

Quadrature Encoder Example

Tactile Button Assortment

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:03:30 GMT

These tactile buttons are great for all sorts of projects. This assortment comes with 2 of each of 6 different colors for a total of 12 buttons. The colored caps are removable and the buttons fit into breadboards. See the drawing below for exact dimensions.

Documents:

Drawing

Breakout Board for SC16IS750 I2C/SPI-to-UART IC

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 10:55:02 GMT

This is a breakout board for the SC16IS750, a handy chip used to convert I²C or SPI serial signals to a single-channel, high-performance UART. As an application example: we use this chip on our WiFly Shield to allow an Arduino to communicate with the WiFly RN-131G module - which is normally controlled via a UART - using an SPI interface. This allows for greater communication speeds and frees up the Arduino's UART for other purposes.

Power applied to the 'VIN' pin is sent through a 3.3V LDO regulator before powering the IC. The input pins of the SC16IS750 are 5.5V tolerant, so this board should work with both 3.3V and 5V controllers. Also populated on the board is a 14.7456MHz crystal, to serve as a clock input to the chip, and other supporting components.

This board breaks out all pins of the SC16IS750 to two breadboard friendly 11-pin, 0.1" pitch headers.

Dimensions: 1.10x0.90" (27.9x22.9mm)

Documents:

Schematic

SC16IS750 Datasheet

For an example of how to use the SC16IS750, checkout the WiFly Library on SFE's forum

USB LiPoly Charger - Single Cell

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 10:48:56 GMT

If you need to charge LiPo batteries, this simple charger will do just that, and do it fast! The USB LiPo Charger is a basic charging circuit that allows you to charge 3.7V LiPo cells at a rate of 500mA or 100mA per hour. It is designed to charge single-cell Li-Ion or Li-Polymer batteries. Check the datasheet below to see if it will work with your battery.

The board incorporates a charging circuit, status LED, selectable solder jumper for 500mA or 100mA charging current, external LED footprint, USB input, mounting holes, and various holes for your own connectors. We include a single JST-tpye connector which connects directly to our LiPo batteries. The connector comes unsoldered, so you can use it or not.

There is also a 'SYS OUT' which allows you to connect the charging circuit directly to your project so you don't need to disconnect the charger each time you want to use it.
Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (MCP73831T)

PIC-MT Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 12:37:36 GMT

This is a PIC development board for 28 pin MCUs with an LCD display, keypad, RS232 port and Dallas touch memory ICD/ICSP port.
FEATURES:

ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-MCP or PIC-PG1, PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3, PIC-PG4 and debugging with the PIC-ICD2-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY(* for the PICs with ICD support)
Dallas touch button port
Frequency input
0-10V and 0-5V ADC input with buffer OAMP
RS232 DB9 female connector
RS232 interface circuit with Tx, Rx signals
RS232 TTL levels output connector
Voltage regulator +5V, 78L05 and filtering capacitors
Quartz crystall oscilator circuit 20Mhz
DIL28 microcontroller socket
Relay with 10A/250VAC contacts
Buzzer
Status LED on RB4
Four mounting holes
Power plug-in jack
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 120x36 mm (4,7x1,4")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-MT.pdf
Tutorial for how to use PIC-MT with CC5X C compiler (in Spanish) written by our Chile Distributor.
HARDWARE:

PIC-MT schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Blink LED for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)
Buzzer, relay, buttons LCD for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)
LCD write demo code for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)
RS232 send receive for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)

Key Fob RFID Tag 125KHz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 17:12:57 GMT

This is a plastic key fob with a 125kHz EM4100 compatible RFID chip inside. It comes in red only, and has the metal attachments needed to put keys on. It measures 30mm x 36mm x 7.5mm

LPC-H3131 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 10:44:09 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC3131 ARM9 32-bit ARM926EJ-S, 180Mhz, 192 kB RAM, NAND flash controller with 8-bit ECC, High-speed USB 2.0 (OTG, Host, Device) with on-chip PHY, Two I2S-bus interfaces Integrated master/slave SPI Two master/slave I2C-bus interfaces Fast UART Memory Card Interface (MCI): MMC/SD/SDIO/CE-ATA Four-channel 10-bit ADC
High Speed 480Mbps USB connector
SDRAM 32MBytes
External Flash 512MBytes
2MB boot SPI flash
SD/MMC card
USB host / device / OTG
Stereo audio codec with linux support
ARM JTAG 2x10 pin connector
RESET circuit , RESET button
Status LED
12 Mhz crystal
54 pin 0.1" extension headers for all microcontroller ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), red soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 90x60 mm (3.54x2.36")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-H3131.pdf user manual
HARDWARE:

ARM JTAG connector layout
LPC-H3131 schematic

3d Printer - Ball Bearing Test Print

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:49:52 GMT

Thinking of buying a UP! Plus 3d printer, but would like to see the quality of the print? Why not get hold of one of these test prints? This is a ball-bearing race measuring 72mm by 15mm. The ball bearings are actually printed inside the race and will move around independently.

The model will be supplied with all the support structures still attached so that you can see how it looks when it comes off the printer. We're sorry that we can't supply this for free - it takes 2-3 hours to print.

ABS Plastic Filament Spool for 3D Printer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:07:05 GMT

700g spool of white 1.72mm ABS filament for the UP! Plus printer.This is enough material to make 20 to 30 medium sized models, possibly more.

UP! Plus Personal Portable 3D Printer v1.3

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:07:35 GMT

*** This is the new version 1.3 of the printer - see page bottom for details ***

We're calling this the 'model-T Ford' of 3D printers. It's robust, high quality and affordable. In addition, it's truly desktop sized and relatively quiet, ideal for either an office, lab or bedroom! It uses cheap ABS plastic and can produce fairly large models with an excellent resolution and accuracy.

The 3D printer will give you the ability to manufacture your own physical parts. Take a look at some of the examples below, of if you'd like to examine one in person, you can order example prints from us made by this printer.

So what can you make? Almost anything - we've seen people print their own water pumps with this printer - often people will even print moving parts inside of a static part.

The UP! Plus printer comes with a 12 month return to base manufacturer's warranty but is easy to maintain with 'drop-in' spare parts which we stock. **PLEASE NOTE** The printers come in a variety of colours - we can't guarantee which colour will be available, but black is the most common colour we stock.

The printer uses standard STL files, and comes with software to convert these files and send them to the printer. The software is powerful enough to add 'support' structures to your model automatically. These will stop overhanging parts of the model from collapsing while the printing process in on-going and then can be easily removed at the end of the print.

Crucial Specifications:

Maximum build size : 140mm x 140mm x 135mm
Layer thickness : 0.2, 0.25, 0.3, 0.35, 0.4 mm
Print material : ABS Plastic 1.72mm Filament (Also accepts PLA plastic)
Printer Weight : 5Kg
Printer Size : 246mm x 260mm x 350mm
Power Requirements : 100-240AC 50-60Hz 220Watts (UK Plug)
Workstations : Windows XP, Vista + Windows 7 32 bit, 64 bit, Mac

Unlike other budget 3D printers we've seen, most of the inside parts of this printer are enclosed. The frame is made from powder coated metal and screwed together to make maintenance easy.

Features:

Heated platform
Media spool holder + motorised feed (avoids jams)
Truly 'desktop' size and easily portable
Produces fine detail models
Does not need a PC to run once model has been loaded
Minimal assembly needed - from 'box open' to operation in 15 minutes.
12 month RTB warranty
Active user community
Supplied with a kit of additional parts (see below)

Each printer comes supplied with a 'toolbox'/starter-kit that will help you as you assemble the printer then use it. Many of the tools are highly useful in removing the support structure from your model.

Heat resistant gloves
Palette knife
Scalpel
Selection of wood carving chisels
Allen keys + spare screws
A roll of ABS plastic, enough for about 20-30 medium sized models
Tweezers
Wire cutters (for snipping away support structures)
Bottle of platform glue

Please note that the maximum build size stated includes the raft size. On normal models this takes up around 2-3 mm on each side of the model, however the most recent version of the driver software allows you to print with no raft!

Resources:

Quick Start Guide
UP! 3D driver software (available for MacOS and Windows)
PP3PD user forum
Review of the printer
Make your printer wireless and accessible by anyone on the network / world by using a wireless adaptor

Version 1.3 Updates:

Easily switch between ABS and PLA plastic

Main board updated with high performance optimizations

CPU upgraded

Control switch added - pressing the switch for a second initialises the printer, while pressing for three seconds stops all activity

Status LED - indicates the working status of the printer

Power switch added at the rear of the printer

Improved automatic filament feeder

New cover for the extruder head to prevent accidental burns
Upgraded platform - allows precision adjustments and can also help reduce warping

JST Cable 2 Pin Female

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:49:41 GMT

A 14cm long lead with a female 2 pin JST (2mm PH type) connector on one end. The non-plug end is free for you to expose the wire and connect as you see fit.

DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR OKIML67Q5003 ARM7 MCU

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:40:00 GMT

FEATURES:

Headers to accept OKI-H5003 processor module
SD/MMC card connector
Compact Flash (CF) connector
LCD 16x2 with backlight
2 Relays
2 optoisolated digital inputs
Status LED
Header to accept CS-8900A Ethernet module
4 buttons
Analog trimpot connected to ADC
Thermistor
RS232 connector and driver
Extension connector
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 160x115 mm (6.3 x 4.5 ")
DOCUMENTS:

OKI-E5003.pdf
OKI-E5003.chm

HARDWARE:

OKI-E5003 schematic
SOFTWARE:

blink LED demo code
SD/MMC read/write routines demo code
CF read/write routines demo code
LCD routines demo code
Temperature measurement demo code
Button, LED, Inputs demo code
CS8900 test code
UART routines

OKI-H5003 HEADER BOARD FOR OKI ML67Q5003 MICROCONTROLLER

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 12:25:20 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: ML67Q5003 ARM7TDMI 16/32-bit RISC CPU, 512KB internal Flash, 32KB internal SRAM, 8KB cache memory, Built-in external memory controller supports external SRAM, SDRAM, EDO DRAM, Flash, 28 interrupt sources, DMA: 2 channels with external access, Timers: 7 16-bit timers, Watch-Dog Timer: dual stage 16 bit, PWM: Two 16-bit channels, Serial Interfaces: SIO, UART, USART, I2C, GPIO: 42 bits, A/D Converter: Four 10-bit channels, Built-in boot ROM accommodates in-circuit Flash ROM re-programming and field-updates
SDRAM 16MB (8MB x 16bit) 7.5 ns / 166Mhz (allows to run uclinux)
Flash 8MB (4MB x16 bit) 80 ns (enough to store uclinux boot image)
SRAM 512KB (256KB x16 bit) 10 ns
7.5 Mhz crystal oscillator (PLL=4 60Mhz)
JTAG connector
USB-RS232 convertor
status LED
RESET supervisor IC and button
EXTENSION IDC34 connectors for all uC ports
USB-RS232 converter connected to UART0
power supply can be from USB port or external
power supply LED
8 position slide switch for uC configuration
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x65 mm (3.9 x 2.5 ")
DOCUMENTS:

OKI-H5003.pdf
OKI-H5003.chm
OKI-H5003 dimensions
How to program OKI-H5003 tutorial by FREE WING

how to port uClinux for OKI ML67Q5003

HARDWARE:

OKI-H5003 schematic
SOFTWARE:

Blink LED demo code
UART routines demo code
External memory test demo code

9 Degrees of Freedom - Sensor Stick

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:26:31 GMT

The 9DOF Sensor stick is a very small sensor board with 9 degrees of freedom. It includes the ADXL345 accelerometer, the HMC5843 magnetometer, and the ITG-3200 gyro. The 'stick' has a simple I2C interface and a mounting hole for attaching it to your project. Also, the board is a mere 0.036" thick (0.093" overall), allowing it to be easily mounted in just about any application.

Dimensions: 1.37x0.42"

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (ADXL345)

Datasheet (HMC5843)

Datasheet (ITG-3200)

E-Paper 10x2 Character Display

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 16:46:30 GMT

E-paper displays (similar to those used on Amazon's Kindle and other e-readers) are very cool. They can maintain an image even after power has been removed. They also have very high contrast and low power consumption. This particular display is a 10x2 character display, allowing you to display up to 20 characters.

The connector for this display is here.
Check the datasheet below for information regarding the display driver and pinout.

Documents:

Datasheet

Mini Maestro 12-Channel USB Servo Controller

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 15:20:24 GMT

The 12-channel Mini Maestro 12 raises the performance bar for serial servo controllers with features such as a native USB interface and internal scripting control. Whether you want the best servo control available (0.25μs resolution with built-in speed and acceleration control and pulse rates up to 333 Hz) or a general I/O controller (e.g. to interface with a sensor or ESC via your USB port), this compact, versatile device will deliver. This fully-assembled version ships with header pins installed.

The Mini Maestros are highly versatile (and compact) servo controllers and general-purpose I/O boards. They support three control methods: USB for direct connection to a computer, TTL serial for use with embedded systems, and internal scripting for self-contained, host controller-free applications. The channels can be configured as servo outputs for use with radio control (RC) servos or electronic speed controls (ESCs), as digital outputs, or as analog/digital inputs. The extremely precise, high-resolution servo pulses have a jitter of less than 200 ns, making these servo controllers well suited for high-performance applications such as robotics and animatronics, and built-in speed and acceleration control for each channel make it easy to achieve smooth, seamless movements without requiring the control source to constantly compute and stream intermediate position updates to the Mini Maestros. The Mini Maestros also feature configurable pulse rates from 1 to 333 Hz and can generate a wide range of pulses, allowing maximum responsiveness and range from modern servos. Units can be daisy-chained with additional Pololu servo and motor controllers on a single serial line.
Main Features

Three control methods: USB, TTL (5V) serial, and internal scripting
0.25μs output pulse width resolution (corresponds to approximately 0.025� for a typical servo, which is beyond what the servo could resolve)
Pulse rate configurable from 1 to 333 Hz (2)
Wide pulse range of 64 to 4080 μs (2)
Individual speed and acceleration control for each channel
Channels can be optionally configured to go to a specified position or turn off on startup or error
Alternate channel functions allow the channels to be used as:
General-purpose digital outputs (0 or 5 V)
Analog or digital inputs (channels 0 � 11 can be analog inputs; channels 12+ can be digital inputs)
One channel can be a PWM output with frequency from 2.93 kHz to 12 MHz and up to 10 bits of resolution
A simple scripting language lets you program the controller to perform complex actions even after its USB and serial connections are removed
Free configuration and control application for Windows and Linux makes it easy to:

Configure and test your controller
Create, run, and save sequences of servo movements for animatronics and walking robots
Write, step through, and run scripts stored in the servo controller
Two ways to write software to control the Maestro from a PC:

Virtual COM port makes it easy to send serial commands from any development environment that supports serial communication
Pololu USB Software Development Kit allows use of more advanced native USB commands and includes example code in C#, Visual Basic .NET, and Visual C++

TTL serial features:

Supports 300 � 200,000 bps in fixed-baud mode, 300 � 115,200 bps in autodetect-baud mode (2)
Simultaneously supports the Pololu protocol, which gives access to advanced functionality, and the simpler Scott Edwards MiniSSC II protocol (there is no need to configure the device for a particular protocol mode)
Can be daisy-chained with other Pololu servo and motor controllers using a single serial transmit line
Chain input allows reception of data from multiple Mini Maestros using a single serial receive line without extra components (does not apply to Micro Maestros)
Can function as a general-purpose USB-to-TTL serial adapter for projects controlled from a PC
Board can be powered off of USB or a 5 � 16 V battery, and it makes the regulated 5V available to the user
Upgradable firmware

Resources

Pololu Maestro Servo Controller User’s Guide
Pololu USB Software Development Kit
Sample Project: Simple Hexapod Walker
Maestro Servo Controller Windows Drivers and Software (release 100706)
Maestro Servo Controller Linux Software (release 100505)
Paparazzi Autopilot for Linux (uses Mini Maestro Servo Controller)
Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5

6 inch Digital Calipers

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 14:02:28 GMT

These are premium calipers that come with an extra battery, auto shut-off, and inch/mm reading. 6" in length. These are a great addition to any tool set.

These come with a 1.5V LR44 button cell battery and a spare. Everthing is supplied in a smart rectangular plastic case.

CD74HC4067E Analogue / Digital MUX Chip

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 11:54:31 GMT

This is the extremely useful 16-Channel Analog/Digital Mulitplexer/Demultiplexer CD74HC4067 in a 24 pin DIP package.

This chip can be used to connect 16 analog sources (like sensors) to 5 pins on a microcontroller. 4 of the pins must be digital pins, 1 pin must be an analog to digital conversion pin. This allows 16 sensors to operate on only 5 pins of a micro! This is a great way to connect a lot of sensors to a few pins.

You can also run the mux/demux the other direction. One serial stream connected to the SIG pin can be piped to multiple outputs.

The mux/demux also works with digital signals (like serial, I2C, SPI). This means you can hook up multiple serial devices (like a GPS TX pin, and a XBee DOUT pin) to one RX pin on a microcontroller.

The IC can control analog voltages that vary across the voltage supply range. The bidirectional switches allow any analog or digital input to be used as an output and vice-versa with a "Break-Before-Make" switching of 6ns at 4.5V. In addition, the switches have low "on" resistances and low "off" leakages. Includes and enable control which when high will disable all switches to their "off" state.
Features:

ON Resistance 70Ohms @ 4.5Vcc and 60Ohms @ 6VCC
2V to 6V operation
Wide operating temperature -55C to 125C
Documents:

CD74HC4067 Datasheet

3pi Expansion Kit with Cutouts - Black

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 13:19:25 GMT

This kit gives you everything you need to add a second level to your 3pi robot. The black printed circuit board matches the color of the 3pi and has cutouts that let you view the LCD below and make it easier to reach the power button, reset button, and programming header.

This kit includes a round printed circuit board (PCB) with holes spaced on a 0.100" grid, one extended 2×7 male header, two extended 1×2 male headers, one 2×7 female header, two 1×2 female headers, four 7/8" nylon spacers, four 1-1/4" screws, and four nuts.

The expansion PCB matches diameter of the 3pi chassis and mounts just above the tops of the wheels using the four included screws and spacers. Once assembled, the PCB has electrical connections to the base that allow you interface your own electronics with the 3pi robot, which is sold separately. These connections give you access to the ATmega168’s free/jumpered pins, as well as to the three on-board voltages: VBAT (battery voltage), VCC (regulated 5 V), and VBST (regulated 9.25 V that is supplied to the motors). Additionally, the expansion PCB connects to the base’s power button and battery charge port, allowing you to add your own power buttons and charge ports.

This expansion kit’s PCB has cutouts that allow you to view the LCD below and access the power button, reset button, and ISP programming header.

The expansion PCB is designed to provide plenty of prototyping space for your components. It has room for one 0.6" 40-pin DIP (dual in-line package) component, such as the ATmega32 in the picture below, or for numerous smaller DIP components. The prototyping space extends all the way to the edge of the PCB, allowing you convenient points to mount a variety of sensors such as bumper switches and range-finders. The silkscreen shows how the pads are connected; the electrical connections are on the bottom side. You can cut the copper traces on that bottom side (with a sharp knife or a small rotary tool cutoff wheel) if some of the pre-made connections interfere with your desired layout.

The two unused I/O lines on the 3pi’s microcontroller are its serial transmit and receive lines. This means that you can add a second microcontroller or microcontroller board, such as a Baby Orangutan, Basic Stamp, or Arduino Nano, to the expansion PCB. This second microcontroller would deal with all of the sensors and additional hardware on the expansion PCB and control the base via serial commands.

Resources
A serial slave program for the 3pi base that turns it into a serially controlled platform that can be driven at the whim of another microcontroller.
User�s guide for the Pololu 3pi Robot.

Getting Started with Processing

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 11:49:06 GMT

Learn computer programming the easy way with Processing, a simple language that lets you use code to create drawings, animation, and interactive graphics. Programming courses usually start with theory, but this book lets you jump right into creative and fun projects. It's ideal for anyone who wants to learn basic programming, and serves as a simple introduction to graphics for people with some programming skills.

**NO VAT ON THIS ITEM**

Written by the founders of Processing, this book takes you through the learning process one step at a time to help you grasp core programming concepts. You'll learn how to sketch with code -- creating a program with one a line of code, observing the result, and then adding to it. Join the thousands of hobbyists, students, and professionals who have discovered this free and educational community platform.

Quickly learn programming basics, from variables to objects

Understand the fundamentals of computer graphics

Get acquainted with the Processing software development environment

Create interactive graphics with easy-to-follow projects

Use the Arduino open source prototyping platform to control your Processing graphics

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Hello

Sketching and Prototyping

Flexibility

Giants

Family Tree

Join In

Chapter 2 Starting to Code

Your First Program

Show

Save

Share

Examples and Reference

Chapter 3 Draw

Basic Shapes

Drawing Order

Shape Properties

Color

Custom Shapes

Comments

Robot 1: Draw

Chapter 4 Variables

Making Variables

Processing Variables

A Little Math

Repetition

Robot 2: Variables

Chapter 5 Response

Follow

Map

Click

Location

Type

Robot 3: Response

Chapter 6 Media

Images

Fonts

Shapes

Robot 4: Media

Chapter 7 Motion

Speed and Direction

Tweening

Random

Timers

Circular

Translate, Rotate, Scale

Robot 5: Motion

Chapter 8 Functions

Function Basics

Make a Function

Return Values

Robot 6: Functions

Chapter 9 Objects

Classes and Objects

Robot 7: Objects

Chapter 10 Arrays

Make an Array

Repetition and Arrays

Arrays of Objects

Robot 8: Arrays

Chapter 11 Extend

3D

Image Export

Hello Arduino

Community

Appendix Coding Tips

Functions and Parameters

Color Coding

Comments

Uppercase and Lowercase

Style

Console

One Step at a Time

Appendix Data Types

Appendix Order of Operations

Appendix Variable Scope

Colophon

Make: Electronics Learning Through Discovery

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 11:39:31 GMT

Want to learn the fundamentals of electronics in a fun, hands-on way? With Make: Electronics, you'll start working on real projects as soon as you crack open the book. Explore all of the key components and essential principles through a series of fascinating experiments. You'll build the circuits first, then learn the theory behind them! Step-by-step instructions and more than 500 full-color photographs and illustrations will help you use -- and understand -- electronics concepts and techniques.

**NO VAT ON THIS PRODUCT**

"This is teaching at its best!"

--Hans Camenzind, inventor of the 555 timer (the world's most successful integrated circuit), and author of Much Ado About Almost Nothing: Man's Encounter with the Electron (Booklocker.com)

"A fabulous book: well written, well paced, fun, and informative. I also love the sense of humor. It's very good at disarming the fear. And it's gorgeous. I'll be recommending this book highly."

--Tom Igoe, author of Physical Computing and Making Things Talk

Want to learn the fundamentals of electronics in a fun, hands-on way? With Make: Electronics, you'll start working on real projects as soon as you crack open the book. Explore all of the key components and essential principles through a series of fascinating experiments. You'll build the circuits first, then learn the theory behind them!

Build working devices, from simple to complex You'll start with the basics and then move on to more complicated projects. Go from switching circuits to integrated circuits, and from simple alarms to programmable microcontrollers. Step-by-step instructions and more than 500 full-color photographs and illustrations will help you use -- and understand -- electronics concepts and techniques.

Discover by breaking things: experiment with components and learn from failure

Set up a tricked-out project space: make a work area at home, equipped with the tools and parts you'll need

Learn about key electronic components and their functions within a circuit

Create an intrusion alarm, holiday lights, wearable electronic jewelry, audio processors, a reflex tester, and a combination lock

Build an autonomous robot cart that can sense its environment and avoid obstacles

Get clear, easy-to-understand explanations of what you're doing and why

Making Things Talk (1st Edition)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 11:16:08 GMT

Through a series of simple projects, this book teaches you how to get your creations to communicate with one another by forming networks of smart devices that carry on conversations with you and your environment. Whether you need to plug some sensors in your home to the Internet or create a device that can interact wirelessly with other creations, Making Things Talk explains exactly what you need.

***NO VAT ON THIS PRODUCT***

Building electronic projects that interact with the physical world is good fun. But when devices that you've built start to talk to each other, things really start to get interesting. Through a series of simple projects, you'll learn how to get your creations to communicate with one another by forming networks of smart devices that carry on conversations with you and your environment. Whether you need to plug some sensors in your home to the Internet or create a device that can interact wirelessly with other creations, Making Things Talk explains exactly what you need.

This book is perfect for people with little technical training but a lot of interest. Maybe you're a science teacher who wants to show students how to monitor weather conditions at several locations at once, or a sculptor who wants to stage a room of choreographed mechanical sculptures. Making Things Talk demonstrates that once you figure out how objects communicate -- whether they're microcontroller-powered devices, email programs, or networked databases -- you can get them to interact.

Each chapter in contains instructions on how to build working projects that help you do just that. You will:

Make your pet's bed send you email
Make your own seesaw game controller that communicates over the Internet
Learn how to use ZigBee and Bluetooth radios to transmit sensor data wirelessly
Set up communication between microcontrollers, personal computers, and web servers using three easy-to-program, open source environments: Arduino/Wiring, Processing, and PHP.
Write programs to send data across the Internet based on physical activity in your home, office, or backyard
And much more

With a little electronics know-how, basic (not necessarily in BASIC) programming skills, a couple of inexpensive microcontroller kits and some network modules to make them communicate using Ethernet, ZigBee, and Bluetooth, you can get started on these projects right away. With Making Things Talk, the possibilities are practically endless.

Crimping Pliers for JST

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 16:18:07 GMT

These crimping pliers allow you to easily make your own wiring harnesses using crimp pins and cable housings. These are not a regular set of crimp pliers. These pliers are capable of crimping very small 1.25 - 2.5mm crimp pins. These work well with JST PH, SH, SHL, and ZH series pins as well as DF14 HRS and micro-latch from Molex. A similar set of crimpers from JST can be more than �250! We found these pliers to be very high quality at a great price.

LiPo Charger Basic - Micro-USB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 15:41:51 GMT

If you need to charge LiPo batteries, this simple charger will do just that, and do it fast! The LiPo Charger Basic is stripped down of all features and just does one thing well - charge 3.7V LiPo cells at a rate of 500mA per hour. It is designed to charge single-cell Li-Ion or Li-Polymer batteries. Check the datasheet below to see if it will work with your battery.

The board incorporates a charging circuit, status LED, connector for your battery (JST-type used in the batteries we carry), and a micro-USB connector. A small mounting hole allows this charger to be easily embedded into a project.

Note: This version uses a micro-USB cable. We also have this charger with a mini-USB connection as well.

Dimensions: 29.4x10.8mm

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (MCP73831T)

RFID Tag (Card) - Dual 125KHz/13.56Mhz MIFARE 4K

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 15:19:57 GMT

These RFID card contain both of the two main current technologies in one package.

There is a 125kHz EM4200 chip, as well as a 4k MIFARE chip operating at 13.56MHz. The MIFARE chip is writeable. For both systems the antennas are embedded out of sight within the plastic of the card.

USB A to micro B Cable

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 13:40:48 GMT

This is a 1.5m long cable with a full size USB A plug on one end and a micro plug on the other.

The micro format comes in addition to the full size and mini formats. It's smaller (as per the name) than any other USB connector so far and has an asynchronous insertion force - basically, it's easier to push into the socket than pull out. This makes is mechanically very secure, and stops accidental disconnections - perfect for equipment which needs charging.

There's no coincidence that this type of connector is now the world-wide accepted format for mobile phone chargers. It's also used on the Netduino and one or two other bit sof kit we stock

60mm square 8*8 LED Matrix - super bright RGB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 13:58:41 GMT

This is a bright 8x8 RGB LED matrix suitable for use with the Rainbowduino matrix driver.

The matrix slots directly into sockets on the Rainbowduino, but can also be used independently of the unit as per the wiring instructions shown in the datasheet

Polymer Lithium Ion Battery - 6Ah

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 09 Dec 2010 11:53:37 GMT

If you need a lot of juice, this 6Ahr triple pack is for you. These are very slim, extremely light weight batteries based on the new Polymer Lithium Ion chemistry. This is the highest energy density currently in production. Each cells outputs a nominal 3.7V at 2000mAh! This solid 3 cell pack (6Ahr) comes terminated with a standard 2-pin JST connector - 2mm spacing between pins. Do not attempt to charge these with anything but a charger specifically designed for Lithium Ion batteries.

These three cells have been match for internal impedance and can be fully charged and discharged in parallel.

Features:

2C continuous discharge

Excellent long-term self-discharge rates (<8% per month)

Robust power source under extreme conditions (-25 to 60C)

Dimensions: 0.75x2.1x2.1" (19x54x54mm)

Weight: 110g (3.88oz)

Documents:
Datasheet

UnionBattery-2000mAh.pdf

JST connector

Digikey 455-1734-1-ND (Top Entry)

Digikey 455-1749-1-ND (Side Entry)

NetDuino Plus .NET / C# Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 02:36:44 GMT

The Netduino Plus is a powerful, easy to use .NET framework development board. It offers a greatly enhanced list of features over the 'standard' Netduino, including ethernet capabilities and an SD card socket for huge storage possibilities (SD card not included)

Netduino is an open source electronics platform using the .NET Micro Framework. The hardware footprint is extremely similar to the Arduino Uno, and consequently, this board can use many of the shields designed for the Arduino

Code is written via .net framework IDE, Microsoft Visual C# Express 2010 (free). Netduino features a 32bit Atmel microcontroller and is programmed and powered by a micro-usb cable (free but limited in number)
Features

All 20 digital and analog pins: GPIO
Digital pins 0-1: UART 1 RX, TX
Digital pins 2-3: UART 2 RX, TX
Digital pins 5-6: PWM, PWM
Digital pins 7-8: UART 2 RTS, CTS
Digital pins 9-10: PWM, PWM
Digital pins 11-13: SPI MOSI, MISO, SPCK
Analog pins 4-5: I2C SDA, SCL
Ethernet: 100 mbps
Network stack: lwIP
micro sd (up to 2 GB) with auto card detect
Power input: 7.5 - 12.0 VDC or USB powered
Power output: 5 VDC and 3.3 VDC regulated
Analog reference: 2.6 - 3.3 VDC
Digital i/o are 3.3 V--but 5 V tolerant
system requirements

Windows

Windows XP, Vista, or 7 (32 or 64 bit)
1.6 GHz or faster processor
1 GB RAM
Up to 3 GB of available hard drive space for Visual Studio Express 2010

Mac OS and Linux

Parallels
Serial deployment and partial USB support
Requires copy of Windows in virtual machine

VMWare Fusion or Oracle VirtualBox

Serial deployment and partial USB support
Requires copy of Windows in virtual machine
Experimental Mono (native) support
Future native Mac OS and Linux support provided by an experimental open source project

processor and memory

Atmel 32-bit microcontroller
Speed: 48MHz, ARM7
Code Storage: 64 KB, without networking: 128 KB
RAM: 28 KB, without networking: 60 KB
button features

functions as a reset button (default)
can be used as GPIO input
Resources

Full Netduino Specs
Netduino schematics
Netduino board layout
.NET Micro Framework v4.1 source
Netduino firmware v4.1.0 source
Netduino sdk v4.1.0 source
AT91SAM7X512 Chip (summary)
AT91SAM7X512 Chip (datasheet)

Beagleboard xM

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 09:42:12 GMT

The BeagleBoard-xM delivers extra ARM Cortex-A8 MHz and extra memory with 512MB of low-power DDR RAM, enabling hobbyists, innovators and engineers to go beyond their current imagination and be inspired by the BeagleBoard community. Designed with the community inputs in mind, this open hardware design improves upon the laptop-like performance and expandability, while keeping at hand-held power levels. Direct connectivity is supported by the on-board four-port hub with 10/100 Ethernet, while maintaining a tiny 3.25 x 3.25" footprint.

As with previous BeagleBoard offerings, the BeagleBoard-xM is not intended to be a complete development environment, but rather a community-supported platform that can be used as the basis for building more complete development systems and as a target for community software baselines. Please consider purchasing an evaluation module (EVM) from Texas Instruments or one of the several commercial system-on-module vendors for the device with which you plan to develop if you are building a commercial product.

Note: These have been notoriously hard to get and we get very little margin from them. We are fortunate enough to have any stock of them.

Note: We now carry the version Rev B of this board.

Features:

Super-scalar ARM Cortex-A8

512-MB LPDDR RAM

High-speed USB 2.0 OTG port optionally powers the board

On-board four-port high-speed USB 2.0 hub with 10/100 Ethernet

DVI-D (digital computer monitors and HDTVs)

S-video (TV out)

Stereo audio out/in

High-capacity microSD slot and 4-GB microSD card

JTAG

Camera port

Documents:

Product Page

Introduction Video

Reference Manual

BeagleBoard Projects

Breakout Board for ADMP401 MEMS Microphone

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 17:47:14 GMT

This tiny breakout board features the ADMP401 MEMs microphone. One of the key advantages to this breakout and microphone is the bottom ported input. This means the microphone's input can fit flush against the enclosure of your project. Plus you will not have to deal with trying to solder the microphone's wacky footprint.

The amplifier on the breakout has a gain of 67 and more than meets the bandwidth requirements of the mic. The amplifier's AUD output will float at one half Vcc when no sound is being picked up. The amplifier produces a peak-to-peak output of about 200mV when the microphone is held at arms length and is being talked into at normal conversational volume levels. So the AUD output can easily be connected to the ADC of a micro.
Features:

-3dB roll off at 100Hz and 15kHz

1.5 to 3.3VDC supply voltage

Should comfortably output 40mW

SNR of -62dBA

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet

NetDuino MINI .NET / C# Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 14:49:40 GMT

Meet the Netduino Mini! All of the power and flexibility of the full size Netduino, but in a tiny, lightweight DIP package.

This board does not have on-board USB, so it's more suited to people who've already developed fully working code and need to deploy it into a semi-product environment. Programming of the device is accomplished through RS232 or TTL.
Features :

Dimensions : 0.6" x 1.2" x 0.3" (height, although most of this is leg length)
Powerful 48Mhz AT91SAM7X512 ARM 32bit controller
Code Storage: 152 KB
RAM: 64 KB
operating temperature: -40 - 85 �C (-40 - 185 �F)
RoHS compliant
input: 7.5 - 12.0 VDC
output: 5 VDC regulated
max current: 8 mA per pin, pins 5-8: 2 mA per pin, pins 11-12: 16 mA per pin
microcontroller max current: 200 mA total
digital i/o are 3.3 V--but 5 V tolerant
Interfaces

all 16 digital and analog pins: GPIO
pins 1-3: RS232 TX, RX, DTR
pins 9-10: I2C SDA, SCL
pins 11-12: UART 1 TX, RX
pins 14-16: SPI MOSI, MISO, SPCK
pins 17-20: 4 x PWM,
Development System Requirements

General : RS232 serial port or USB TTL serial cable (3.3V)
Windows

Windows XP, Vista, or 7 (32 or 64 bit)
1.6 GHz or faster processor
1 GB RAM
Up to 3 GB of available hard drive space for Visual Studio Express 2010

Mac OS and Linux

Parallels
Requires copy of Windows in virtual machine
VMWare Fusion or Oracle VirtualBox
Requires copy of Windows in virtual machine
Experimental Mono (native) support
Future native Mac OS and Linux support provided by an experimental open source project

Resources

netduino mini board layout
.NET Micro Framework v4.1 source
netduino firmware v4.1.0 source
netduino sdk v4.1.0 source<

Beginner Parts Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:26:43 GMT

This is the new revision of the kit with a better trimpot and green LED. This is a kit that gives you all of the basic thru-hole components (apart from resistors) you will need to get started playing with embedded projects. These are the 'bubble gum' parts that we regularly use. A good starter assortment of caps, ICs, regulators, diodes, and good-for-blinky LEDs.

This assortment of parts makes a great gift for beginner and advanced electronics nerds!
Included Components:

1 - Parts Box

10 - 0.1uF cap

5 - 100uF cap

5 - 10uF cap

5 - 1uF cap

5 - 10nF cap

5 - 1nF cap

5 - 100pF cap

5 - 10pF cap

5 - 1N4148 Diode

5 - 1N4001 Diode

5 - 2N3906 PNP Transistor

5 - 2N3904 NPN Transistor

3 - 20 pin female header

3 - 20 pin male header

3 - Mini power switch

2 - Push buttons

1 - 10k trimpot

2 - LM358 OpAmp

2 - 3.3V regulator

2 - 5V regulator

1 - 555 Timer

1 - Green LED

1 - Yellow LED

1 - Red LED

1 - 7 segment Red LED

1 - mini Photocell

Resistor Kit - 1/4W (500 total)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 16:20:34 GMT

Resistors are a good thing, in fact, they're actually crucial in a lot of circuit designs. The only problem seems to be that resistors disappear into thin air. The only way to be sure that you're gonna have the resistor you need when you need it is to stock up, and keep them organized. We have just the thing!

Our new branded resistor kit comes with 25 each of 20 different resistor values (including 0Ω links!). All of these resistors are stapled into a tri-fold pack and clearly labeled. The back of the resistor kit even has a resistor color code look-up chart and a table of color codes for the included resistors!

Values Included:

0Ω, 1.5Ω, 4.7Ω, 10Ω, 47Ω

110Ω, 220Ω, 330Ω, 470Ω, 680Ω

1kΩ, 2.2kΩ, 3.3kΩ, 4.7kΩ, 10kΩ

22kΩ, 47kΩ, 100kΩ, 330kΩ, 1MΩ

Thermoelectric Cooler - 40x40mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 15:01:55 GMT

Thermoelectric coolers (TEC or peltiers) create a temperature differential on each side. One side gets hot and the other side gets cool. Therefore, they can be used to either warm something up or cool something down, depending on which side you use.

Features:

40x40x3.6mm

lmax - 7A

Umax - 15.4V

Qcmax - 62.2W

Tmax - 69C

1.7 ohm resistance

127 thermocouples

Documents:

Learn about TECs (Tom's Wiki)

Learn about thermoelectric effect (Wikipedia)

Relay Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:39:26 GMT

The Relay Shield provides an easy way to control mains voltage appliances. It covers control to normal load circuits with 4 photo-coupled mechanical relays capable of switching DC90W (or AC360VA). It also provides a stand alone power supply, XBee type wireless module socket, and native Arduino compatibility. It can be controlled through the digital IO port, and can control solenoid valves, lamps, motors and other high current or high voltage devices.

******PLEASE NOTE******** THIS DEVICE CAN CARRY HIGH VOLTAGES AND CAN THEREFORE BE DEADLY IF USED INCORRECTLY
Features

4 photo-coupled channel relay

Independent wiring in contact area for safety and reliability

Equipped with screw holes for easy installation

Light weight

Small form factor

Native Arduino compatibility

Extensible

***PLEASE NOTE***This board has been designed for use with an Arduino clone (the Seeeduino) that uses a mini-USB connector rather than a full sized USB connector. If you decide to use this board with a full size USB connector Arduino (the Uno for example) we recommend that you either do not use the Relay 3 connector, or that you cut back the wires underneath the Relay 3 Connector so that they are as flat as possible to the underside of the PCB and insulate them with a small piece of tape. Failure to do this could result in high voltages flowing into your Arduino, your PC and possibly you! Alternatively you can purchase some stackable headers to increase the height that the board sits over the Arduino.
Documents:

Datasheet

Source file

Demo code

Seeeduino Film

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 14:14:14 GMT

Seeeduino FILM is an Arduino compatible development platform for space-sensitive projects. It�s flexible, super slim, with built-in Li-Po charger, suitable to build wearable applications. FILM and other extension FRAMEs could be simply connected via the 20p universal bus like a chain, native 2.54mm pitch pins also enables quick prototyping.

This board (if you can call it that!) is tiny but comes supplied with a small lipo battery and a charging lead. In terms of weight, it's so light we can't get an accurate reading with our scales. The board with battery weighs around 2g. It's 20mm x 70mm when stretched out, but can fit into a 20mm x 20mm x 7mm space when folded (with battery).

The FILM consists of 3 distinct segments -

Charger/Battery
Processor
I/O

Get this : Each section can be cut (with scissors if you like!) off the main section, and the resulting connector simply plugged into another of these boards. In this way, it's possible to daisy chain different sections together for different functions. Wowsers!

To program the device without soldering, you can 'pin' it to a breadboard with male pin headers and then connect your programming wires through the breadboard rails. The contact between the pins and the holes in the FILM board will usually be enough to provide a good electrical connection.

A few things to note. This is a 3.3V logic device, it has a 'sleep' not a power button, and this 'sleep' functionality needs to be implemented in software. Also, the processor is the ATMEGA168.

Oh - just one more thing - these boards are flexible, ****NOT*** foldable. They're fragile, tiny devices, and whilst hardy enough, they can also be damaged by the wrong kind of pressure or treatment.
Features

Arduino compatible

Flexible

Ultra small/slim form factor

Transform by cutting and chaining

Full functional Atmega168

0.1� pitch pad breakout

20pin daisy-chain flex bus

UartSB programming compatible

Built-in charger circuit

Reinforced to increase endurance

Documents

Datasheet

Source file

mbed LPC1768 Workshop Development Board (version 2 rev b)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 12:59:11 GMT

This is a development board for the mbed target board. Measuring 71mm x 61mm, the board offers an mini SD slot, USB A and B sockets as well as a ethernet port with tx/rx indicator LEDs. Revision B of this board fixes a few small niggles on the original, but is similar in every other respect.

The socket used to mount the mbed onto the board has an extra row of holes for each signal, meaning that probe wires can easily be attached to each pin of the mbed without soldering
Pin Assignments

mbed Pin 33 (TD+) -> RJ45 TD+
mbed Pin 34 (TD-) -> RJ45 TD-
mbed Pin 35 (RD+) -> RJ45 RD+
mbed Pin 36 (RD-) -> RJ45 RD-
mbed Pin 29 -> RJ45 Green LED
mbed Pin 30 -> RJ45 Yellow LED

mbed Pin 31 (D+) -> USB A/B D+
mbed Pin 32 (D-) -> USB A/B D-

mbed Pin 5 -> Mem Card Socket DI (MOSI)
mbed Pin 6 -> Mem Card Socket DO (MISO)
mbed Pin 7 -> Mem Card Socket CLK (SCLK)
mbed Pin 8 -> Mem Card Socket CS
Resources

Schematic (rev b)
Features

RJ45 Ethernet socket with magnetics and LEDs
USB A socket
USB mini-B socket
uSD card socket
Double row mbed socket for easy probe access to pins.
mbed 'Pin 1' locator text
Changes from version 1

Full size USB-B replaced with USB-mini-B socket
158 hole prototyping area
Current limiting resistors for the RJ45 LEDs
Selectable USB high speed signalling resistors
4 mounting holes

Hackvision Arduino Based Game Station

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 16:06:50 GMT

This cool little kit allows you to create simple video games of your own. Based around the Arduino bootloader and language, the kit is ideal for kids (or adults!) to build, then learn about programming with. The board has video and audio phono jacks on it, so that it can be easily connected to your TV, via a SCART cable or similar (not included).

The kit processor comes preprogrammed with two games - when you want to reprogram it you will need a USB-TTL Serial Cable. To power the board we'd recommend a 9V power adapter. All Arduino IDE software required to write programs can be downloaded free from the Arduino site.

Please remember that this kit needs to be assembled, and that some soldering will be required.
Features

NO Arduino is required. Based on Arduino technology so you can write your own games and upload them using the Arduino IDE. All you need is a USB to TTL serial cable or adapter.
Connects directly to your TV with standard RCA connections. One for audio, one for video. Works with NTSC or PAL (Europe, Africa, Asia, South America) TVs.
Integrated button controller right on the PCB.
Preloaded with 2 games: Space Invaders and Pong (requires paddle controllers). More games coming. You can write them, too!
Other controllers supported: Wii nunchuk, SuperNES, or paddle controllers you can make from a potentiometer and button. Or invent your own.
Software libraries for game development and controller support.
High score files stored in EEPROM so they are retained even with power off.
All unused pins broken out to pads for your hacking pleasure.
Non-conductive adhesive foam pad protects the bottom of the board from your fingers.
All through-hole components. Kit can be assembled in 30-45 min.
Resources

How to use the Wii nunchuck with this kit - You may need a wii nunchuck adaptor and some pin headers
Game Development - Tutorial
Build your own paddle controller - Tutorial

CAN-BUS Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 14:00:31 GMT

This shield gives the Arduino CAN-Bus capability. It uses the Microchip MCP2515 CAN controller with MCP2551 CAN transceiver. CAN connection is via a standard 9-way sub-D for use with OBDII cable. Ideal for automative CAN application. The shield also has a uSD card holder, serial LCD connector and connector for an EM406 GPS module. Making this shield ideal for data logging application.
Features

CAN v2.0B upto 1 Mb/s

High speed SPI Interface (10 MHz)

Standard and extened data and remote frames

CAN connection via standard 9-way sub-D connector (for use with a 9-way sub-D standard OBDII connection cable (not supplied))

Power can supply to Arduino by sub-D via resettable fuse and reverse polarity protection.

Socket for EM406 GPS module

Micro SD card holder

Connector for serial LCD

Reset button

Joystick control menu navigation control

Two LED indicator

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet (MCP2515)

Datasheet (MCP2551)

Breakout Board for microSD Transflash

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 10:44:10 GMT

Breakout board for the microSD socket that is not much bigger than your fingernail. Compatible with the SPI interface found on any SD card, this tiny form factor was created for cell phone storage and is perfect for your next MP3 project! Board comes fully assembled and tested.

The bare socket is available here

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Datasheet

MMC to Serial Adapter

Example MMC Interface Code

App note from Kronos Robotics

Adding SD to a Router - Thanks Jake! Eagle Layout as well!

microSD Socket for Transflash

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 10:35:55 GMT

If you need a lot of storage space in a small footprint, microSD (uSD) is here to save the day. TransFlash has now completed standards certification and is now known as microSD. Compatible with the SPI interface found on any SD card, this tiny form factor was created for cell phone storage and is perfect for your next MP3 project! This is a high quality push-push type SMD socket.

A breakout board is available here.

Resources:

microSD Specification

Adding SD to a Router - Thanks Jake! Eagle Layout as well!

MMC to Serial Adapter

PIC MMC Interface Project

Example MMC Interface Code

Datasheets

microSD Socket Datasheet

RFID Reader ID-2

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 18:49:23 GMT

This is a compact and easy to use RFID reader module. The ID-2 is a smaller module requiring an external antenna. Hook up an antenna, power the module, hold up a card, and you'll get a serial string output containing the unique ID of the card.
Features:

5V supply

125kHz read frequency

EM4001 64-bit RFID tag compatible

9600bps TTL and RS232 output

Magnetic stripe emulation output

SFE Eagle Library has this part!

Dimensions: 19x21mm

Documents: Datasheet

Watertight Battery Holder - 3 x AA

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 18:40:45 GMT

The watertight battery holder holds 3 AA batteries and has o-ring seals at both ends. It also has a universal mounting that can either strap to a pole (such as a bike frame) or screw to a flat surface.

It has 2 pairs of power leads coming from the main body and two mating connectors as shown in the picture. There is a plug that seals one of the leads if you only plan on using one.

Batteries not included.

Features:

Holds 3x AA batteries

Watertight main body

2 power leads with watertight connections

Includes:

Main battery holder

2 power leads with connectors

1 plug for weather sealing unused connector

5 zip-ties

Documents:

Product Page

Arduino Uno Starter Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 11:27:50 GMT

A simple cheap starter kit for the Arduino Uno R3. This simple set of components will allow you to get up to speed with Arduino code quickly and easily. Everything you need to power, program and connect to the Uno is included apart from documentation, but there are huge amounts of tutorials available for free on-line

***NEW*** All kits now come in a lovely, quality compartmentalised plastic storage box - perfect for keeping all of your bits and bobs safe as your Arduino experiments get more complex!

We strongly recommend the 'Getting Started With Arduino' book to go with this kit.

Ultrasonic Range Finder XL-EZ2

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 16:52:36 GMT

The XL series of MaxSonars are a super high-performance version of the easy-to-use sonar range finder from Maxbotix. The XL series of this sensor features higher resolution, longer range, higher power output and better calibration when compared to the LV version.

The sensor provides very accurate readings from 0 to 765cm (0 to 25.1ft) with 1cm resolution. This sensor can be powered with anywhere between 3.3 and 5VDC.

Range information can be gathered through one of three methods - analog, serial, or PWM - all of which are active at the same time. The analog output will produce a voltage proportional to the measured distance, with a sensitivity of (Vcc/1024)V/cm. The serial interface is simple and formatted to RS-232, with voltages ranging from 0 to Vcc and terminal settings of 9600-8-N-1. Finally, the PWM pin outputs a pulse-width representation of the range with a scale factor of 58us/cm.

The Maxsonar-XL series is offered in the EZ0, EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and EZ4 versions, each with progressively narrower beam angles allowing the sensor to match the application. Please see beam width explanation below.
Features:

3.3V to 5V supply with very low average current draw

High acoustic power output

All interfaces are active simultaneously:

RS-232 serial

0 to Vcc output range

9600 baud, 8-N-1

Analog, (Vcc/1024) / cm

Pulse Width

Real-time auto calibration and noise rejection for every ranging cycle

Calibrated beam angle

Object detection includes zero range objects

Readings can occur up to every 100mS, (10-Hz rate)

Free run operation can continually measure and output range information

Triggered operation provides the range reading as desired

Sensor operates at 42KHz

Documents:

Datasheet

Maxsonar Selection Guide

Beam Width Explanation

Maxbotix FAQ

Ultrasonic Range Finder XL-EZ1

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:28:12 GMT

The XL series of MaxSonars are a super high-performance version of the easy-to-use sonar range finder from Maxbotix. The XL series of this sensor features higher resolution, longer range, higher power output and better calibration when compared to the LV version.

The sensor provides very accurate readings from 0 to 765cm (0 to 25.1ft) with 1cm resolution. This sensor can be powered with anywhere between 3.3 and 5VDC.

Range information can be gathered through one of three methods - analog, serial, or PWM - all of which are active at the same time. The analog output will produce a voltage proportional to the measured distance, with a sensitivity of (Vcc/1024)V/cm. The serial interface is simple and formatted to RS-232, with voltages ranging from 0 to Vcc and terminal settings of 9600-8-N-1. Finally, the PWM pin outputs a pulse-width representation of the range with a scale factor of 58us/cm.

The Maxsonar-XL series is offered in the EZ0, EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and EZ4 versions, each with progressively narrower beam angles allowing the sensor to match the application. Please see beam width explanation below.
Features:

3.3V to 5V supply with very low average current draw

High acoustic power output

All interfaces are active simultaneously:

RS-232 serial

0 to Vcc output range

9600 baud, 8-N-1

Analog, (Vcc/1024) / cm

Pulse Width

Real-time auto calibration and noise rejection for every ranging cycle

Calibrated beam angle

Object detection includes zero range objects

Readings can occur up to every 100mS, (10-Hz rate)

Free run operation can continually measure and output range information

Triggered operation provides the range reading as desired

Sensor operates at 42KHz

Documents:

Datasheet

Maxsonar Selection Guide

Beam Width Explanation

Maxbotix FAQ

Ultrasonic Range Finder XL-AE0

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:05:02 GMT

This is a super high performance sonar range finder with high power output, noise rejection, auto calibration and long-range wide detection zone (hardware gain of 4000). The same product as the XL-MaxSonar�-EZ products with real-time analog voltage envelope output instead of pulse width output. This item has Maxbotix part number MB1300

The tiny indoor XL-MaxSonar� sensor line are less than 1-cubic-inch in size, yet the sensor puts 1/2 watt of peak power into the efficient transformer driving the transducer, yielding high output acoustic power. This acoustic power combined with continuously variable gain, real-time background automatic calibration, real-time waveform signature analysis, and real-time noise rejection algorithms results in virtually noise free distance readings for most users. This holds true even in the presence of many of the various acoustic or electrical noise sources.

The XL-MaxSonar� sensor line is available with factory calibrated beam patterns and can be used anywhere an indoor acoustic range sensor is needed.
Resources

Datasheet

Ultrasonic Range Finder XL-EZ4

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 16:56:12 GMT

The XL series of MaxSonars are a super high-performance version of the easy-to-use sonar range finder from Maxbotix. The XL series of this sensor features higher resolution, longer range, higher power output and better calibration when compared to the LV version.

The sensor provides very accurate readings from 0 to 765cm (0 to 25.1ft) with 1cm resolution. This sensor can be powered with anywhere between 3.3 and 5VDC.

Range information can be gathered through one of three methods - analog, serial, or PWM - all of which are active at the same time. The analog output will produce a voltage proportional to the measured distance, with a sensitivity of (Vcc/1024)V/cm. The serial interface is simple and formatted to RS-232, with voltages ranging from 0 to Vcc and terminal settings of 9600-8-N-1. Finally, the PWM pin outputs a pulse-width representation of the range with a scale factor of 58us/cm.

The Maxsonar-XL series is offered in the EZ0, EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and EZ4 versions, each with progressively narrower beam angles allowing the sensor to match the application. Please see beam width explanation below.
Features:

3.3V to 5V supply with very low average current draw

High acoustic power output

All interfaces are active simultaneously:

RS-232 serial

0 to Vcc output range

9600 baud, 8-N-1

Analog, (Vcc/1024) / cm

Pulse Width

Real-time auto calibration and noise rejection for every ranging cycle

Calibrated beam angle

Object detection includes zero range objects

Readings can occur up to every 100mS, (10-Hz rate)

Free run operation can continually measure and output range information

Triggered operation provides the range reading as desired

Sensor operates at 42KHz

Documents:

Datasheet

Maxsonar Selection Guide

Beam Width Explanation

Maxbotix FAQ

Arduino Mega 2560 Starter Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:31:32 GMT

For those who need more computing power, more inputs, more outputs, and more of everything, the Mega 2560 starter kit provides a great way to get developing fast.

This kit comes with a broad range of components.

LilyPad XBee

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 13:42:03 GMT

The is a breakout board for the popular XBee modules. Board includes easy-to-sew tabs and all the necessary power regulation to run on the LilyPad system.

***PLEASE NOT THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT INLCUDE THE XBEE MODULE ITSELF***

LilyPad is a wearable e-textile technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable!

LilyPad XBee was co-developed by Kate Hartman and Rob Faludi. It works with all the popular XBee module types but does not ship with a module. Please see the related items below.
Dimensions:

50mm outer diameter

Thin 0.8mm PCB

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Additional Information

LilyPad XBee Sticker Sheet PDF

All LilyPad Product Sticker Sheet PDF

Breakout Board for SD-MMC Cards

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 13:04:20 GMT

With SD and MMC memory prices dropping, the time is right for mass storage and datalogging. This breakout board will allow you to breakout the SD/MMC socket to a standard .1" 10-pin header. Perfect for breadboarding and the likes. Board comes fully assembled and tested as shown.

The board has 11 pins:

COM : Common - Connects to the housing

WP : Write Protect Detect Switch

CD : Card Detect Switch

P9 : Not used in SPI Mode (Pin 9 on SD Card)

IRQ : Not used in SPI mode (Pin 8 on SD Card)

DO : Serial Data Out

GND : Ground - Connect this to COM to ground the housing

CLK : Serial Clock

VCC : 3.3V Power

DI : Serial Data In

CS : Chip Select

It is recommended that you connect the COM pin to GND if you plan to use the CD or WP pins.

Dimensions: 1.3x1.5"

Documents:

SD Socket Datasheet

Maxim App Note using the MAXQ2000

App note from Kronos Robotics

Gyro Breakout Board - LY530AL - 300�/s

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 10:29:38 GMT

This is a breakout board for the ST's single-axis LY530ALH gyro. The LY530ALH measures angular velocity along the yaw axis with a full scale of ±300°/s. Two different analog outputs are provided for the z-axis - one 1x amplified and the other 4x amplified.

A regulated voltage between 2.7 and 3.6VDC should be supplied to the power pins. We have the filtering circuits all set up, so you'll just need to connect the outputs to an ADC, and you're ready to go.

This breakout board includes the gyro and all necessary filtering capacitors as shown. The 1x and 4x amplified outputs of both axes are connected to the 0.1" pitch headers, along with the power-down, self-test, high-pass filter reset, and power pins.

We put the LY530ALH on our LPY5xxx gyro breakout boards. Don't be tricked by the pin-out, the x-axis outputs will not work.

Not sure which gyro is right for you? Our Accelerometer and Gyro Buying Guide might help!

Note: Some users have found that the high pass filter on this breakout board causes the output to be incapable of being integrated. A revision is coming that will have R5 and R8 removed and replacing C1 and C2 with a jumper.
Features:

2.7 to 3.6VDC power supply

Yaw rotation sensing

1x and 4x amplified outputs

Low power consumption

All necessary filtering components included

Access to power-down, self-test, and high-pass filter reset pins

Dimensions: 0.6x0.7"

Documents:

Schematic

LY530ALH Datasheet

Arduino Mega 2560

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:53:47 GMT

The Arduino Mega 2560 is a microcontroller board based on the ATmega2560 (datasheet). It has 54 digital input/output pins (of which 14 can be used as PWM outputs), 16 analog inputs, 4 UARTs (hardware serial ports), a 16 MHz crystal oscillator, a USB connection, a power jack, an ICSP header, and a reset button. It contains everything needed to support the microcontroller; simply connect it to a computer with a USB cable or power it with a AC-to-DC adapter or battery to get started. The Mega is compatible with most shields designed for the Arduino Duemilanove or Diecimila.

Schematic & Reference Design

EAGLE files: arduino-mega2560-reference-design.zip

Schematic: arduino-mega2560-schematic.pdf

Summary

Microcontroller ATmega2560

Operating Voltage 5V

Input Voltage (recommended) 7-12V

Input Voltage (limits) 6-20V

Digital I/O Pins 54 (of which 14 provide PWM output)

Analog Input Pins 16

DC Current per I/O Pin 40 mA

DC Current for 3.3V Pin 50 mA

Flash Memory 256 KB of which 8 KB used by bootloader

SRAM 8 KB

EEPROM 4 KB

Clock Speed 16 MHz

Power

The Arduino Mega can be powered via the USB connection or with an external power supply. The power source is selected automatically.

External (non-USB) power can come either from an AC-to-DC adapter (wall-wart) or battery. The adapter can be connected by plugging a 2.1mm center-positive plug into the board's power jack. Leads from a battery can be inserted in the Gnd and Vin pin headers of the POWER connector.

The board can operate on an external supply of 6 to 20 volts. If supplied with less than 7V, however, the 5V pin may supply less than five volts and the board may be unstable. If using more than 12V, the voltage regulator may overheat and damage the board. The recommended range is 7 to 12 volts.

The Mega2560 differs from all preceding boards in that it does not use the FTDI USB-to-serial driver chip. Instead, it features the Atmega8U2 programmed as a USB-to-serial converter.

The power pins are as follows:

VIN. The input voltage to the Arduino board when it's using an external power source (as opposed to 5 volts from the USB connection or other regulated power source). You can supply voltage through this pin, or, if supplying voltage via the power jack, access it through this pin.
5V. The regulated power supply used to power the microcontroller and other components on the board. This can come either from VIN via an on-board regulator, or be supplied by USB or another regulated 5V supply.
3V3. A 3.3 volt supply generated by the on-board regulator. Maximum current draw is 50 mA.
GND. Ground pins.
Memory

The ATmega2560 has 256 KB of flash memory for storing code (of which 8 KB is used for the bootloader), 8 KB of SRAM and 4 KB of EEPROM (which can be read and written with the EEPROM library).

Input and Output

Each of the 54 digital pins on the Mega can be used as an input or output, using pinMode(), digitalWrite(), and digitalRead() functions. They operate at 5 volts. Each pin can provide or receive a maximum of 40 mA and has an internal pull-up resistor (disconnected by default) of 20-50 kOhms. In addition, some pins have specialized functions:

Serial: 0 (RX) and 1 (TX); Serial 1: 19 (RX) and 18 (TX); Serial 2: 17 (RX) and 16 (TX); Serial 3: 15 (RX) and 14 (TX). Used to receive (RX) and transmit (TX) TTL serial data. Pins 0 and 1 are also connected to the corresponding pins of the ATmega8U2 USB-to-TTL Serial chip.
External Interrupts: 2 (interrupt 0), 3 (interrupt 1), 18 (interrupt 5), 19 (interrupt 4), 20 (interrupt 3), and 21 (interrupt 2). These pins can be configured to trigger an interrupt on a low value, a rising or falling edge, or a change in value. See the attachInterrupt() function for details.
PWM: 0 to 13. Provide 8-bit PWM output with the analogWrite() function.
SPI: 50 (MISO), 51 (MOSI), 52 (SCK), 53 (SS). These pins support SPI communication using the SPI library. The SPI pins are also broken out on the ICSP header, which is physically compatible with the Uno, Duemilanove and Diecimila.
LED: 13. There is a built-in LED connected to digital pin 13. When the pin is HIGH value, the LED is on, when the pin is LOW, it's off.
I²C: 20 (SDA) and 21 (SCL). Support I²C (TWI) communication using the Wire library (documentation on the Wiring website). Note that these pins are not in the same location as the I²C pins on the Duemilanove or Diecimila.
The Mega2560 has 16 analog inputs, each of which provide 10 bits of resolution (i.e. 1024 different values). By default they measure from ground to 5 volts, though is it possible to change the upper end of their range using the AREF pin and analogReference() function.

There are a couple of other pins on the board:

AREF. Reference voltage for the analog inputs. Used with analogReference().
Reset. Bring this line LOW to reset the microcontroller. Typically used to add a reset button to shields which block the one on the board.
Communication

The Arduino Mega2560 has a number of facilities for communicating with a computer, another Arduino, or other microcontrollers. The ATmega2560 provides four hardware UARTs for TTL (5V) serial communication. An ATmega8U2 on the board channels one of these over USB and provides a virtual com port to software on the computer (Windows machines will need a .inf file, but OSX and Linux machines will recognize the board as a COM port automatically. The Arduino software includes a serial monitor which allows simple textual data to be sent to and from the board. The RX and TX LEDs on the board will flash when data is being transmitted via the ATmega8U2 chip and USB connection to the computer (but not for serial communication on pins 0 and 1).

A SoftwareSerial library allows for serial communication on any of the Mega2560's digital pins.

The ATmega2560 also supports I2C (TWI) and SPI communication. The Arduino software includes a Wire library to simplify use of the I2C bus; see the documentation on the Wiring website for details. For SPI communication, use the SPI library.

Programming

The Arduino Mega can be programmed with the Arduino software (download). For details, see the reference and tutorials.

The ATmega2560 on the Arduino Mega comes preburned with a bootloader that allows you to upload new code to it without the use of an external hardware programmer. It communicates using the original STK500 protocol (reference, C header files).

You can also bypass the bootloader and program the microcontroller through the ICSP (In-Circuit Serial Programming) header; see these instructions for details.

Automatic (Software) Reset

Rather then requiring a physical press of the reset button before an upload, the Arduino Mega2560 is designed in a way that allows it to be reset by software running on a connected computer. One of the hardware flow control lines (DTR) of the ATmega8U2 is connected to the reset line of the ATmega2560 via a 100 nanofarad capacitor. When this line is asserted (taken low), the reset line drops long enough to reset the chip. The Arduino software uses this capability to allow you to upload code by simply pressing the upload button in the Arduino environment. This means that the bootloader can have a shorter timeout, as the lowering of DTR can be well-coordinated with the start of the upload.

This setup has other implications. When the Mega2560 is connected to either a computer running Mac OS X or Linux, it resets each time a connection is made to it from software (via USB). For the following half-second or so, the bootloader is running on the Mega2560. While it is programmed to ignore malformed data (i.e. anything besides an upload of new code), it will intercept the first few bytes of data sent to the board after a connection is opened. If a sketch running on the board receives one-time configuration or other data when it first starts, make sure that the software with which it communicates waits a second after opening the connection and before sending this data.

The Mega2560 contains a trace that can be cut to disable the auto-reset. The pads on either side of the trace can be soldered together to re-enable it. It's labeled "RESET-EN". You may also be able to disable the auto-reset by connecting a 110 ohm resistor from 5V to the reset line; see this forum thread for details.

USB Overcurrent Protection

The Arduino Mega2560 has a resettable polyfuse that protects your computer's USB ports from shorts and overcurrent. Although most computers provide their own internal protection, the fuse provides an extra layer of protection. If more than 500 mA is applied to the USB port, the fuse will automatically break the connection until the short or overload is removed.

Physical Characteristics and Shield Compatibility

The maximum length and width of the Mega2560 PCB are 4 and 2.1 inches respectively, with the USB connector and power jack extending beyond the former dimension. Three screw holes allow the board to be attached to a surface or case. Note that the distance between digital pins 7 and 8 is 160 mil (0.16"), not an even multiple of the 100 mil spacing of the other pins.

The Mega2560 is designed to be compatible with most shields designed for the Uno, Diecimila or Duemilanove. Digital pins 0 to 13 (and the adjacent AREF and GND pins), analog inputs 0 to 5, the power header, and ICSP header are all in equivalent locations. Further the main UART (serial port) is located on the same pins (0 and 1), as are external interrupts 0 and 1 (pins 2 and 3 respectively). SPI is available through the ICSP header on both the Mega2560 and Duemilanove / Diecimila. Please note that I²C is not located on the same pins on the Mega (20 and 21) as the Duemilanove / Diecimila (analog inputs 4 and 5).

Encoded Wheel / Motor Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:08:49 GMT

This is a simple wheel and motor combination pair including a quadrature encoder for each of the wheels. This means that you can accurately track how far each wheel has moved and use this as positional feedback for your robot platform

This kit assembles to produce **2** positional feedback motor driven wheels.

One Wire Digital Temperature Sensor - DS18B20

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 09:04:51 GMT

This is the latest DS18B20 1-Wire digital temperature sensor from Maxim IC. Reports degrees C with 9 to 12-bit precision, -55C to 125C (+/-0.5C). Each sensor has a unique 64-Bit Serial number etched into it - allows for a huge number of sensors to be used on one data bus. This is a wonderful part that is the corner stone of many data-logging and temperature control projects.

Features:

Unique 1-Wire® interface requires only one port pin for communication

Each device has a unique 64-bit serial code stored in an onboard ROM

Multidrop capability simplifies distributed temperature sensing applications

Requires no external components

Can be powered from data line. Power supply range is 3.0V to 5.5V

Measures temperatures from –55°C to +125°C (–67°F to +257°F)

±0.5°C accuracy from –10°C to +85°C

Thermometer resolution is user-selectable from 9 to 12 bits

Converts temperature to 12-bit digital word in 750ms (max.)

User-definable nonvolatile (NV) alarm settings

Alarm search command identifies and addresses devices whose temperature is outside of programmed limits (temperature alarm condition)

Applications include thermostatic controls, industrial systems, consumer products, thermometers, or any thermally sensitive system

Documents:

Datasheet

NCP1400-3.3V Step-Up Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 14:55:34 GMT

The NCP1400 is a 3.3V DC-DC converter. The breakout board will accept voltage inputs between 1 and 3 Volts (such as 1 or 2 AA batteries) and output a constant, low ripple 3.3V output capable of sourcing up to 100 mA. This board is great for supplying power to 3.3V sensors or providing 3.3V from a a single AA battery.

The breakout board includes the necessary peripheral components. The input, ouput and ground pins are broken out on a 0.1" grid to allow easy access on a breadboard.
Documents:

Schematic

Datasheet

Arduino Uno (Revision 3)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 10:07:53 GMT

This is the extremely popular Arduino Uno R3 - the perfect Arduino board to get started with. We are now stocking the latest Revision 3, which has the following updates from the last version:

ATmega16U2 instead of the 8U2 found. This allows for faster USB transfer rates.
No drivers needed for Linux or Mac (.inf file for Windows is needed and included in the Arduino IDE)
The ability to have the Uno show up as a keyboard, mouse, joystick, etc.
New SDA and SCL pins next to the AREF.
Two new pins placed near the RESET pin. One is the IOREF that allow the shields to adapt to the voltage provided from the board. The other is a not connected and is reserved for future purposes.
Reset button moved from center of board to corner near USB connector, allowing resets when shields are connected.
Larger heatsinking copper area for the LM117 regulator

Why not have a look at our super useful Arduino Uno Kit here?

Here's the basic description:

Arduino is an open-source physical computing platform based on a simple i/o board and a development environment that implements the Processing/Wiring language. Arduino can be used to develop stand-alone interactive objects or can be connected to software on your computer (e.g. Flash, Processing, MaxMSP). The open-source IDE can be downloaded for free (currently for Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux).

Features:

ATmega328 microcontroller

Input voltage - 7-12V

14 Digital I/O Pins (6 PWM outputs)

6 Analog Inputs

32k Flash Memory

16Mhz Clock Speed

Documents:

Arduino Home Page

How To

Programming Reference

Arduino Forum

Please note: The Uno R3 works with all existing shields.

DSO Nano V2 - Pocket-Sized Digital Storage Oscilloscope

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 14:00:41 GMT

You thought that the DSO Nano v1 was a smart piece of kit? The v2 is even smarter, with a built in audio frequency signal generator, and a lovely metal case. The case includes a built on plastic strap or buckle loop, ideal for hanging it from a belt, or securing it to a fixed position with a cable tie or the like. In addition, there's an integrated stand, and a smart bag to store it in.

Here's the technical bit:

DSO Nano v2 is a Digital Storage Oscilloscope designed for basic electronic engineering tasks. Within its smart shell, the device runs on ARM Cortex�-M3 32 bit platform, provides basic waveform monitoring with extensive functions. It features a 320*240 colour display, micro SD card storage, portable probes, LiPo Battery, USB connection and signal generator. Due to palm size and handy performance, it fits in-field diagnosis, quick measurement, hobbyist projects and whenever convenience matters. Scheme and source files are also open for re-innovating.
What�s new?

Upgraded to semi-steel case for: a Mechanical endurance, EM shielding, easier assembly.
Unibody PCB design for better reliability
Complete charging circuit with LTC4054 IC
Dedicate channel for signal generating.
Extra button for quick adjustment
Fixed battery connector
Compact dimension (95mm*62mm*13mm, 76g)
Updated firmware
Features

Portable and lightweight
Colour display
Waveform storage and playback
6 triggering modes
1Mhz Analog Bandwidth
Complete measurement markers and signal characteristic
Built-in Signal Generator
Open Source

Resources : Datasheet

LPC1769 LPCXpresso Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:13:51 GMT

***PLEASE NOTE - THE MANUFACTURER HAS REPLACED THE PROCESSOR ON THIS BOARD WITH THE LPC1769 - This is operationally 100% similar to the 1768 and should not cause any problems***
The LPC1768 LPCXpresso board with NXP's ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller has been designed to make it as easy as possible to get started with Cortex-M3. The LPCXpresso comprises a target board combined with a JTAG debugger. A free Eclipse-based IDE from Code Red is also included.

The LPC1768 has 64 kB SRAM, 512 kB Flash, 4xUART, 3xI2C, SPI, 2xSSP, 2xCAN, PWM, USB 2.0 Device/Host/OTG, RTC, Ethernet, I2S, etc. Embedded Artists also provides a Prototype board and a Base board that makes it possible to make experiments and prototyping with many peripherals.
Documents

LPCXpresso Getting Started Manual (pdf from NXP)

Board Schematics (in pdf)

Forum and Support

Visit NXP's LPCXpresso Website

LPCXpresso Forum

LPCXpresso Support (lots of code example)

Mini Sumovore Robotics Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 09:52:05 GMT

The Sumovore is a small, 2 wheeled robot designed to take part in robotic sumo competitions, or act as a basic robot unit. It's a strong, modular design with over 500 man-hours of development and 21 prototypes behind it. The kit requires soldering and takes about 5 hours to complete.
Kit contains :

Powerful GM8 gear motors powered by a robust L293D motor driver
Four opto-reflector edge sensors (fifth edge sensor position available when using microprocessor brainboard)
Two 38kHz IR emitters and detectors for opponent detection
6AA power supply
Steel frame for easy assembly
Modular brain boards (discrete brainboard included, BS2 / Atmel / Stamp Stack brainboards extra)
Discrete brainboard "Anti Sumo-dance" behavior (stops two sumos from spinning around each other)
Discrete brainboard "Anti edge-ram" behavior (stops dual edge triggers resulting in repeated edge-charging)
Discrete brainboard offers selectable sumo/line-follower modes
Multiple trimpots for simple behavior tuning
Modular front edge sensor / IR transmitter daughterboard
345 grams "batteries-in" finished weight (6 x AA batteries not included)
Powder-coated front Steel (not Aluminum) plates available in several colours
Multiple wheel colours available
32-page detailed instruction document also contains full electronic schematics, both logical and symbolic for custom modifications
Resources

Data Sheet:Sumovore Brainboard Instructions PDF
Sample Code:Sumovore BS2 Brain board add-on sample code
Sample Code:Sumovore Atmel BB code for STK500
Sample Code:Sumovore Atmel BB code for SP-12
Sample Code:Sumovore PIC BB code for use with PIC-C Lite
Sample Code:Sumovore PICAXE BB code in Basic and Flowchart
Documentation:Sumovore V2 Documentation (1.9MB)
Documentation:Sumovore v1.1 Documentation (1.9MB)

MUX Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 10:14:16 GMT

If you need a lot of inputs and/or outputs, this is your solution! The Mux (Multiplexer) Shield adds the capacity for up to 48 inputs or outputs on the Arduino and Arduino Mega. Using three Texas Instruments CD74HC4067 Analog Multiplexers, the Mux Shield makes it possible to have 48 analog/digital inputs or digital outputs in many configurations.

The Mux Shield comes with stackable headers installed and ready to plug into your Arduino!
Features:

48 analog inputs/digital inputs

Vcc and Ground header strips (each input/output pin has a dedicated Vcc and Ground)

Reset button

PIN 13 LED and Power LED

Stackable headers (plug directly into Arduino and add more shields on top)

Arduino Mega compatible

Requires digital pins 2,3,4,5 and analog pins 0,1,2 – 48 inputs/outputs for the price of 7 pins!

Documents:

Product Page

Analog input example code

Digital input example code

Digital output example code

CD74HC4067 Data Sheet

Ethernet Shield without PoE

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 09:02:16 GMT

This updated version of the popular Arduino Ethernet shield allows all of the same LAN / internet connectivity, but is now compatible with the Mega. In addition it also has an SD card (see below)

To use the shield, mount it on top of an Arduino board (e.g. the Duemilanove). To upload sketches to the board, connect it to your computer with a USB cable as you normally would. Once the sketch has been uploaded, you can disconnect the board from your computer and power it with an external power supply.

Connect the shield to your computer or a network hub or router using a standard ethernet cable (CAT5 or CAT6 with RJ45 connectors). Connecting to a computer may require the use of a cross-over cable (although many computers, including all recent Macs can do the cross-over internally).
Network Settings
The shield must be assigned a MAC address and a fixed IP address using the Ethernet.begin() function. A MAC address is a globally unique identifier for a particular device; inventing a random one should work, but don't use the same one for multiple boards. Valid IP addresses depend on the configuration of your network. (It is possible to use DHCP to dynamically assign an IP to the shield, but this is not yet implemented.) Optionally, you can also specify a network gateway and subnet.

SD Card

The latest revision of the Ethernet Shield includes a micro-SD card slot. An SD card library is not yet included in the standard Arduino distribution, but the sdfatlib by Bill Greiman works well. See this tutorial from Adafruit Industries for instructions (thanks Limor!).

The latest revision of the shield also includes a reset controller, to ensure that the W5100 Ethernet module is properly reset on power-up. Previous revisions of the shield were not compatible with the Mega and need to be manually reset after power-up. The original revision of the shield contained a full-size SD card slot; this is not supported.

The text of the Arduino getting started guide is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 License. Code samples in the guide are released into the public domain.
Resources

Arduino Ethernet shield
Ethernet library.

Micro Metal Gearmotor Bracket (Extended)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:00:03 GMT

This compact bracket enables convenient mounting of popular, Sanyo-style miniature metal gearmotors. The white plastic bracket encloses the otherwise exposed gears, and the mounting tabs capture the nuts for easy installation. This version has mounting tabs that allow for use with the Wheel 42�19 mm and encoder. The brackets are sold in pairs, and each bracket comes with two #2 screws and two nuts.

This extended version of the bracket is designed to allow a portion of the motor to fit within the hub of a larger wheel, such as the Wheel 42�19mm. We also offer a quadrature encoder that works with this bracket and the 42�19mm wheel to provide feedback about wheel rotation direction and speed.

Geiger Tube

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:14:19 GMT

Need to test for nuclear fallout? Geiger tubes are the sensing elements of Geiger counters, which are used to measure ionizing radiation. This tube is made of a thin-walled stainless steel and is filled with a mixture of Neon and Halogen gases at low-pressure.
You'll need a large voltage to get the Geiger tube to going - 325VDC minimum, 500VDC recommended. If ionizing radiation passes through the tube, short pulses of current will flow from the negative electrode to the positive electrode to be measured or counted. Check out the datasheet below for an application circuit.

This is the same tube used on SFE's Geiger Counter development board.
Dimensions:

Length: 1.94" maximum

Diameter: 0.59" maximum

Documents:

Datasheet

Ardumoto - Motor Driver Shield (new version)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:38:07 GMT

The new version of this shield allows for either 3.3 or 5v logic, a separate and more robust VIN connection, and the PWM input has moved to pin 3.

This is a motor shield for Arduino that will control two DC motors. Based on the L298 H-bridge, the Ardumoto can drive up to 2 amps per channel. The board takes its power from the same Vin line as the Arduino board, includes blue and yellow LEDs to indicate active direction, and all driver lines are diode protected from back EMF.

Control for motor attached to OUT1/2 is connected to digital line 12 (direction A) and digital line 3 (PWM A).

Control for motor attached to OUT3/4 is connected to digital line 13 (direction B) and digital line 11 (PWM B).

Please note this item does not come with any headers/connectors.

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

L298 H Bridge data sheet

Example Arduino sketch

Triple-Axis Digital-Output Gyro ITG-3200 Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:50:16 GMT

This is a breakout board for InvenSense's ITG-3200, a groundbreaking triple-axis, digital output gyroscope. The ITG-3200 features three 16-bit analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) for digitizing the gyro outputs, a user-selectable internal low-pass filter bandwidth, and a Fast-Mode I²C (400kHz) interface. Additional features include an embedded temperature sensor and a 2% accurate internal oscillator.

The ITG-3200 can be powered at anywhere between 2.1 and 3.6V. For power supply flexibility, the ITG-3200 has a separate VLOGIC reference pin (labeled VIO), in addition to its analog supply pin (VDD) which sets the logic levels of its serial interface. The VLOGIC voltage may be anywhere from 1.71V min to VDD max. For general use, VLOGIC can be tied to VCC. The normal operating current of the sensor is just 6.5mA.

Communication with the ITG-3200 is achieved over a two-wire (I²C) interface. The sensor also features a interrupt output, and an optional clock input. A jumper on the top of the board allows you to easily select the I²C address, by pulling the AD0 pin to either VCC or GND; the board is shipped with this jumper tied to VCC. If you don't plan on using the CLKIN pin, you can short the jumper on the bottom of the board to tie it to GND.

This breakout board is shipped as shown in the images. Note that there are two unpopulated resistors on the I²C lines, these can be added later by the customer if desired.

Features:

Digital-output X-, Y-, and Z-Axis angular rate sensors (gyros) on one integrated circuit

Digitally-programmable low-pass filter

Low 6.5mA operating current consumption for long battery life

Wide VDD supply voltage range of 2.1V to 3.6V

Standby current: 5μA

Digital-output temperature sensor

Fast Mode I²C (400kHz) serial interface

Optional external clock inputs of 32.768kHz or 19.2MHz to synchronize with system clock

Pins broken out to a breadboard friendly 7-pin 0.1" pitch header

Dimensions: 0.70 x 0.55" (17.78 x 13.97mm)

Documents:

Schematic

ITG-3200 Datasheet

Example Code (ATmega328)

mbed Example

Header Row Right Angle 1 Row (Pin/Male)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 14:36:37 GMT

This is a 40 x 1 right angle pin header. The individual sections are segmented, so it's easy to cut them to match your requirements. 0.1" pitch.

Power Supply 9V 500mA Switched Mode

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:47:05 GMT

This is a CE marked UK plug DC power supply. It's switched mode, so the voltage is more tolerant as the current increases.

Perfect 'wall-wart' style PSU for basic projects.
Features

Voltage : 9V
Current : 500mA
Plug : Barrel, centre positive 5.5mm / 2.1mm
Lead : 1.2m
Dimension : 62mm X 49mm X 26mm

Force Sensitive Resistor - Square

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:14:20 GMT

This is a force sensitive resistor with a square, 1.75x1.5", sensing area. This FSR will vary its resistance depending on how much pressure is being applied to the sensing area. The harder the force, the lower the resistance. When no pressure is being applied to the FSR its resistance will be larger than 1MΩ. This FSR can sense applied force anywhere in the range of 100g-10kg.

Two pins extend from the bottom of the sensor with 0.1" pitch making it bread board friendly. There is a peel-and-stick rubber backing on the other side of the sensing area to mount the FSR.

These sensors are simple to set up and great for sensing pressure, but they aren't incredibly accurate. Use them to sense if it's being squeezed, but you may not want to use it as a scale.
Dimensions:

Overall length: 3.5"

Overall width: 1.75"

Sensing area: 1.75x1.5"

Documents:

FSR Integration Guide

Super Bright LED - White

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 11:08:24 GMT

These are very bright LEDs. The LEDs are so bright that it hurts to look directly at them. All lenses are clear.

Features:

Standard Size - T1 3/4 5mm

3.4V forward drop

Max current 20mA

Documents:Datasheet

Energy Harvester - LTC3588 Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 10:40:08 GMT

This breakout board uses the LTC3588 Piezoelectric Energy Harvester from Linear Technologies. This board can be used not only for harvesting piezoelectric energy, but solar energy as well. There is a bridge rectified input for piezo elements (PZ1 and PZ2) and a direct input (VIN) for DC sources. Both are clamped to 20V. In addition, the board can simply be used as a standalone nanopower buck regulator.

An ultralow quiescent current undervoltage lockout (UVLO) mode with a wide hysteresis window allows charge to accumulate on an input capacitor until the buck converter can efﬁciently transfer a portion of the stored charge to the output. In regulation, the LTC3588 enters a sleep state in which both input and output quiescent currents are minimal. The buck converter turns on and off as needed to maintain regulation.

Four output voltages (1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V and 3.6V) are pin selectable with up to 100mA of continuous output current. However, the output capacitor may be sized to service a higher output current burst. An input protective shunt set at 20V enables greater energy storage for a given amount of input capacitance.

Features:

950nA Input Quiescent Current (Output in Regulation – No Load)

450nA Input Quiescent Current in UVLO\

2.7V to 20V Input Operating Range

Integrated Low-Loss Full-Wave Bridge Rectiﬁer Up to 100mA of Output Current

Selectable Output Voltages of 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V, 3.6V

High Efﬁciency Integrated Hysteretic Buck DC/DC

Input Protective Shunt – Up to 25mA Pull-Down at VIN ≥ 20V

Wide Input Undervoltage Lockout (UVLO) Range

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

LTC3588 Product Page

Box for Arduino

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:53:28 GMT

This is an extremely neat, well thought out box that will accept an Arduino Duemilanove, Diecimila, NG or an Arduino Mega. There is enough room to fit an Ethernet shield onto your chosen Arduino. Open cutouts already exist for the Arduino power + USB jacks. Sliding panels are provided to give access to the shield's LAN socket should you fit it.

Inside - 4 posts fit through the boards' mounting holes - forming a secure mounting. No screws are required, but you may wish to use a little glue if you only have one board in the case.

Depending on the board you're using, there's also room for a 9V battery!

This is a lovely box - perfect for encapsulating in a neat, presentable package, a wide range of Arduino projects. It's not a 'one size fits all' box - but you can do a lot with it.

A few notes - the ABS plastic is flame retardant, opaque + black. Also the case does not come suppied with any of the boards or the battery shown in the photo. Just in case you're in any doubt, no part of the box is transparent. Dimensions are 104x54x30mm

Seeeduino Stalker - Atmega 328

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:38:41 GMT

The Seeeduino Stalker is an extensive wireless sensor network node, with native data logging features and modular structure. It could be conveniently used as sensor hub or integrated data collector for uses including monitoring or tracking.
Features:

Arduino compatible, based on Seeeduino
Native RTC, On board CR2032 battery holder
Native micro SD card socket
Easy stackable I2C pin header
Dual voltage (5V/3.3V) I2C hub
Standalone OR shield mode
User defined button and LED
B� series socket (2*10 pin 2.0mm pitch, same as Xbee)
Interrupt ready
Serial interface with DTR for auto reset during programming
Documents:

Datasheet

Schematic

Demo code

Sketches

Evaluation Board for MLX90614 IR Thermometer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 08:38:25 GMT

This is an evaluation board for the MLX90614 IR Thermometer. The sensor is connected to an ATmega328 running at 3.3V with a STK500 (Arduino) 8MHz bootloader. Code can be loaded through the FTDI basic interface and the Arduino environment..

The MLX9061 sensor is a high precision, small size, single zone IR thermometer with an optional SMBus (two-wire) or PWM interface. The ATMega328 comes with demo code that gives a temperature readout in degrees F at 38400bps. You can use a 3.3V FTDI Basic to connect to the board.

Note: The label on the FTDI header is incorrect. It should read VCC instead of 3.3v. Sparkfun say they will fix this error in the next revision.

Features:

ATMega328 w/ 8MHz STK500 (Arduino) bootloader

MLX90614 IR sensor, 3V version

Power and status LEDs

Documents:

MLX90614 Datasheet

Schematic

Eagle Files

Example Code

NetDuino .NET / C# Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:53:14 GMT

Netduino is an open source electronics platform using the .NET Micro Framework. The hardware footprint is extremely similar to the Arduino Uno, and consequently, this board can use many of the shields designed for the Arduino

Code is written via .net framework IDE, Microsoft Visual C# Express 2010 (free). Netduino features a 32bit Atmel microcontroller and is programmed and powered by a micro-usb cable (free but limited in number)
Features

Powered by 7.5 - 12.0 VDC or USB
Power output: 5 VDC and 3.3 VDC regulated
Digital i/o are 3.3 V--but 5 V tolerant
Atmel 32-bit microcontroller 48MHz, ARM7
Code Storage: 128 KB with 60 KB RAM
Button functions as reset or general purpose input
20 digital and analogue GPIO pins (6 analogue, 14 digital)
Interfaces supported : 2xTTL serial, 4xPWM, SPI, I2C

How easy is it to use? Take a look at this video or see the getting started guide

System Requirements

Windows

Windows XP, Vista, or 7 (32 or 64 bit)
1.6 GHz or faster processor
1GB RAM
Up to 3 GB of available hard drive space for Visual Studio Express 2010

Mac OS and Linux

Parallels
Both USB and Serial deployment supported (Requires copy of Windows in virtual machine)
VMWare Fusion or Oracle VirtualBox
Serial deployment supported (Requires copy of Windows in virtual machine)
Experimental Mono (native) support (Future native Mac OS and Linux support provided by an experimental open source project)

Resources

Full Netduino Specs
Netduino schematics
Netduino board layout
.NET Micro Framework v4.1 source
Netduino firmware v4.1.0 source
Netduino sdk v4.1.0 source
AT91SAM7X512 Chip (summary)
AT91SAM7X512 Chip (datasheet)

Breakout Board for Ethernet Magjack

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:38:34 GMT

This is a breakout board for a RJ45 ethernet socket with magnetics and status LEDs. The board offers all signals, but offers the possibility of only connecting the bare essential signals. Signal names are clearly marked. Signal pins are on a 0.1" breadboard friendly spacing. TXC/RXC/SH/SH2 are situated away from the main row of pins, but are still on a 0.1" spacing.
Available Signals

TX+
TX-
TXC
RX+
RX-
RXC
LEDG+ (green LED)
LEDG- (green LED)
LEDY+ (yellow LED)
LEDY- (yellow LED)
SH (shield1)
SH (shield2)
Please note, this board is not supplied with pin headers.

USB B Socket Breakout Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 13:38:46 GMT

This is a simple breakout board for a standard USB B socket. Signals are broken out to 4 0.1" breadboard friendly spaced pins and clearly labelled on the the top side.

Pin headers are not supplied with this board, but may not be needed if you want to solder wires directly to the pads instead

USB A Socket Breakout Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 05 Aug 2010 13:37:28 GMT

This is a simple breakout board for a standard USB A socket. Signals are broken out to 4 0.1" breadboard friendly spaced pins and clearly labelled on the the top side.

Pin headers are not supplied with this board, but may not be needed if you want to solder wires directly to the pads instead

FEZ Mini .NET / C# Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:33:58 GMT

FEZ Mini is a tiny board running Microsoft .NET Micro Framework. This means, you can write code with much more efficiency using C# programming language under free Microsoft Visual C# express. The pinout is BasicStamp2 compatible. Includes USB cable.

Many libraries are already included like FAT file system on SD cards, threading, UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, PWM, ADC, DAC and many more.
Features

Parallax Basic Stamp2 pin-out compatible
1.88" x 1.10" (4.8cm x 2.8cm)
72Mhz 32-bit ARM Processor
USBizi-100 Chipset
User free flash : 100k
User free RAM : 40k
PWM : 6
Analog Inputs : 8
Analog Output : 1
UART 3 TTL + 1 RS232, 2xSPI, I2C, CAN + One-wire (on any IO)
Battery backup RAM : 2KB
User Application Protection
Active Power Consumption:103mA
Resources

Brochure and Pin-out
Design Files (Advanced)
Schematics

FEZ Cobra .NET / C# Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 13:53:46 GMT

FEZ Cobra is based on the EMX Module, providing a more robust foundation. The benefits include 16 MB of RAM, 4.5 MB of flash memory, ethernet and graphics support. Build your next project in minutes by connecting FEZ Cobra to one of the many shields or components.

FEZ (Freakin' Easy!) is a tiny board running Microsoft .NET Micro Framework. This allows developers to write code with more efficiency using C# and Microsoft's latest Visual C# Express edition.

Many libraries are included, such as FAT file system, threading, UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, PWM, ADC, DAC and more. This product includes a USB cable.
Resources

Brochure
Design Files (Advanced)
Display Connector Operation
Schematics

ETN / mbed Workshop Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:06:11 GMT

This is a kit based around the highly capable mbed rapid prototyping board. The kit is used by 'ETN' (The Electronics Transfer Network) for its series of workshops around the UK.

The kit features parts designed to help users develop skills around a number of key mbed interfaces including I2C, SPI, serial, USB, PWM, LAN and ADC. In addition, the kit can be used to demonstrate or teach basic motor control, sound generation, temperature measurement, remote control via a TV handset and connection to the internet!!!

At the heart of the kit is the mbed workshop breakout board which allows users to plug in devices quickly and easily.
Included in the kit

1 x mbed 1768 header board (boxed and includes compiler access key + usb cable)
1 x mbed workshop breakout board v2 (features LAN, USB-A, USB-B + mini SD slot)
1 x 64ohm speaker
1 x mini breadboard
1 x standard green 16x2 character LCD
1 x pack of 10 male to male jumper leads
1 x strip of 40 pin/male header pins
1 x rotary potentionmeter (10k)
1 x TMP102 temperature sensor
1 x IR Receiver Breakout
4 x push button (1 of red, yellow, blue, green)

The kit comes supplied in two small cardboard boxes - one for the mbed, one for the other parts in the kit.

LPC2478 Developer's Kit (32 bit bus)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 16:47:07 GMT

The LPC2478 Developer's Kit is a ready to use platform that will let you explore the many features of the LPC247x microcontroller series in general and the LPC2478 in particular.

The Kit is perfect for running uClinux with its large on-board RAM and Flash, network and graphics capabilities.

Focus on your value-added application by using this Developer's Kit as your prototyping platform. It includes the software components needed to get up-and-running with your software development on day 1.

When you are finished with prototyping and/or evaluation you can easily transfer your application and the OEM Board into production.

The LPC2478 OEM Board is very low cost and can be used for prototyping/development as well as for OEM production. Modifications for OEM applications can easily be done for volume customers. Contact Embedded Artists for further information about design and production services.

What is included in the Kit

• One LPC2478 OEM Board

• One QVGA Base Board

• One USB cable, type A to mini B

• Serial number that gives you access to the support site for this product

• A Java evaluation CD from IS2T with MicroEJ free of charge for one month

LPC2478 OEM Board

Processor NXP's ARM7TDMI LPC2478 microcontroller in BGA package

Program Flash 128 MB NAND FLASH, 4 MB NOR FLASH + 512 kB internal

Data Memory 32 MB SDRAM + 96 KB internal
32- or 16-bit data bus to SDRAM

Ethernet 100/10M Ethernet interface based on National DP83848 Ethernet PHY

Clock Crystals • 12.000 MHz crystal for CPU
• 32.768 kHz crystal for RTC

Dimensions 66 x 48 mm

Power • +3.3V powering

Connectors • 200 pos expansion connector (as defined in SODIMM standard), 0.6mm pitch

Other • 256 Kbit I2C E2PROM for storing non-volatile parameters
• Buffered 32- or 16-bit databus

QVGA Base Board

Display • 3.2 inch QVGA TFT color LCD with touch screen panel

Connectors • 200 pos SODIMM connector for OEM Board
• Expansion connector with all LCD controller signals, for custom displays
• Expansion connector with all cpu signals
• Ethernet connector (RJ45)
• MMC/SD interface & connector
• CAN interface & connector
• JTAG connector
• Pads for ETM connector

Interfaces • USB OTG interface & connector
• USB host interface & connector
• Full modem RS232 on UART #1 (cannot be used on 32-bit databus cpu boards, but RxD2/TxD2 can alternatively be connected to the RS232 interface)
• Dual CAN interface & connector
• IrDA tranceiver interface

Power • Power supply, either via USB or external 9-15V DC
• 0.3F capacitor backup for RTC and LED on ALARM output

Expansion • Expansion connector with all LCD controller signals, for custom displays
• Expansion connector with all cpu signals

Other • 5-key joystick
• 3 axis accelerometer
• Push-button key and LED on P2.10
• 4 push-button keys via I2C
• 8 LEDs (via I2C)
• 1 Analog inputs
• USB-to-serial bridge on UART #0, and ISP functionality
• Reset push-button and LED
• Speaker output (DAC)
• 240x150 mm in size

Processor Features

ARM7TDMI-S core with speed up to 72 MHz
Flash : 512 KB
RAM : 98 KB
Timers

Four general purpose timers/counters
Two PWM/counters
PWM : Two PWMs with same operational features
Seven match registers allow up to 6 single edged controlled or 3 double edge controlled PWM outputs

ADC:10-bit ADC with multiplexing over 8 pins
Serial interfaces:4xUART, 3xI2C, 2xCAN, 1xSPI, 2xSSP, 1xI2S
USB:Full-Speed USB 2.0 interface
Device/Host/OTG Controller with 4 kB of endpoint RAM
Ethernet: 10/100 Ethernet MAC
SD/MMC:Memory card interface (MCI) conforms to SD Multimedia Card Specification 2.11 Other

10-bit DAC

24-bit color LCD controller

Real-time clock (RTC)

Resources

Product page

Datasheet

User's manual
Product FAQ
Using CrossWorks - a tutorial about how to use CrossWorks with the LPC2478 OEM Board. The tutorial has been written by Michael Fisher.

Support Site
The following resources are available for download from Embedded Artists' support site after registration of the LPC2478 Developer's Kit.
Documents

uCLinux Getting Started Book

User's Manual

LPC2478 OEM Board Schematics

QVGA Base Board Schematics

QVGA LCD datasheet

QVGA LCD controller datasheet

Links to datasheets for key components

Software

Several sample applications

uClinux distribution using the 2.6.21 version of the Linux kernel and u-boot v1.1.6 as the bootloader

SDRAM initialization code

Pre-emptive Real-time Operating System (RTOS) - devlivered as binary package

QuickStart Build Environment based on GCC

Energy Micro EM-32G880F128-H Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:53:15 GMT

This is a small dev board for Energy Micro's EFM32G880F128 processor. The manufacturers claim 8 bit power consumption despite 32 bit performance.

FEATURES:

MCU: EFM32G880F128 32 bit Cortex-M3™ with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, 85 GPIO, 8 Channel DMA, 12 bit ADC 1Msps, 3xUART/SPI, 2x low power UART, I2C, 3x 16bit TIMERS, 3x2 CC-PWM, SSC, RTC, WDT, up to 32MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG-EW
UEXT connector
Power jack
RESET circuit
RESET button
Status LED
User button
On board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Power supply LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
16 Mhz crystal
Extension headers for all uC ports + RST and power supply
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 70 x 43 mm ( 2.75 x 1.7 ")
Distance between the headers: 25.4 mm (1")
DOCUMENTS:

EM-32G880F128-H.pdf - user manual
HARDWARE:

EM-32G880F128-H schematic
SOFTWARE:

EM-32G880F128-H demo project for EW-ARM 5.41

Energy Micro EM-32G880F128-STK Starter Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:43:11 GMT

This is a development board for the EFM32G880F128 processor. The MCU is made by Energy Micros, a Norwegian company who claim that they make "...the world's most energy friendly microcontrollers". They also claim 8 bit power consumption for their 32 bit MCUs.

FEATURES:

MCU: EFM32G880F128 32 bit Cortex-M3™ with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, 85 GPIO, 8 Channel DMA, 12 bit ADC 1Msps, 3xUART/SPI, 2x low power UART, I2C, 3x 16bit TIMERS, 3x2 CC-PWM, SSC, RTC, WDT, up to 32MHz operation
LCD custom display, check here for the datasheet
DEBUG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG-EW
UEXT connector
EXT extension connector
RS232 connector and driver
Power jack
Lithium coin battery holder
RESET circuit , RESET button
status LED
4 user buttons
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
power supply LED
power supply filtering capacitor
16 Mhz crystal
extension headers for all uC ports + RST and power supply
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 77 x 64 mm (3 x 2.5")
Distance between the headers: 25.4 mm (1")
DOCUMENTS:

EM-32G880F128-STK.pdf - user manual
HARDWARE:

EM-32G880F128-STK schematic
SOFTWARE:

EM-32G880F128-STK Demo project for for EW-ARM 5.41

Getting Started with Arduino Book (paperback)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 14:02:39 GMT

***NO VAT ON THIS ITEM***

If you've heard about this Arduino thing, but are unsure about where to begin, Getting Started with Arduino is a great book to begin with. 110 pages of easy to read, well written, Make/O'Reilly goodness. Massimo Banzi (author and one of the 5 Arduino developers) describes the basic hardware, writes some simple programs, and explains how to use the free Arduino development environment.

Low Cost Multimeter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:15:18 GMT

This is a simple, easy to use, low cost multimeter. The meter has a really impressive overall feel for being so low-cost. We've played with a lot of cheap-o DMMs and found that this unit's function selector has a great, solid, clicking feel to it. This unit has good continuity (rare for low-cost units), and decent probes. This meter does lack auto-ranging and auto-off.
Nice Features

Loud continuity sound (many meters do not even have continuity)

Current/Voltage sense

Battery included

Very solid clicking feel to the function selector

Decent quality probes (not great, but they'll hold up for years)

Strong connection from meter to probe

Product Features

DC Voltage - 200mV/2V/20V/200V/600V

AC Voltage - 200V/600V

DC Current - 200uA/20mA/200mA/10A

Resistance - 0 to 20M Ohm

Continuity Buzzer

Diode Test

Max display: 1999

Ultrasonic Range Finder XL-WR1

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 16:59:15 GMT

This is a super high performance low-voltage weather-resistant ultrasonic range finder with high power output, noise rejection, auto calibration and long-range narrow detection zone.The XL-MaxSonar�-WR sensor provides very short to long-range detection and ranging, in a compact, robust PVC housing, designed to meet IP67 water intrusion, and matches standard electrical �� PCV pipe fittings.
Features

Robust PVC IP67 housing
1/2 watt peak power
Detection range of 0cm-765cm
Ranging of 25cm-765cm with 1cm resolution
Multiple interface outputs : PWM, Analog Voltage + Serial Digital

Thanks to the auto calibration feature, this sensor continues to produce accurate readings in noisy, difficult environments
Resources

Datasheet
Sensor Comparison

Header Row Right Angle 3 Rows (Pin/Male)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 12:47:54 GMT

This is a 40 x 3 right angle pin header. The individual sections are segmented, so it's easy to cut them to match your requirements. 0.1" pitch.

Header Row Right Angle 2 Rows (Pin/Male)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 12:45:52 GMT

This is a 40 x 2 right angle pin header. The individual sections are segmented, so it's easy to cut them to match your requirements. 0.1" pitch.

Magjack LAN/Ethernet Socket

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 10:35:35 GMT

This is a RJ45 Ethernet / LAN socket with Green and Yellow status LEDs and built in magnetics. Essential for getting your micros talking via the interweb.
Resources :

Datasheet

ArduPilot Mega IMU Shield/OilPan Rev-H V1.0 (With pin headers)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:26:20 GMT

The new ArduPilotMega IMU Shield! This board features a large array of sensors needed for UAV and Robotics applications, including three axis angular rotation and accelerations sensors, absolute pressure and temperature sensor, 16MBits data logger chip and more! It's designed to fit on top (or bottom) of the ArduPilot Mega board, creating a total autopilot solution when a GPS module is attached.

The best part of this product is the Open Source code, which will support fixed-wing aircraft and multirotor vehicles , from quadcopters to helis and VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft.
Features:

Dual 3.3V Regulator!!! (One dedicated for analog sensors!)
Relay switch for cameras, lights or payloads (WOW!)

12-bit ADC for better Gyro/Accel/AirSpeed resolution. (YEAH!)
Built-in 16MB Data Logger (The Black Box).
Piano DIP switch for servo reverse or user customizable.

Built-in FTDI, making the board native USB.
Dedicated Modem/OSD port.
I2C Port with incoming "Daisy Chain board" allowing you to build sensor arrays.
Two user-programmable buttons (one momentary, the other slide).
10-Bit analog expansion ports.
Reset button.
Optional "Through Hole" voltage dividers (Easy to solder).
Tons of Status LEDs.
New vibration resistance Invensense Gyros (Triple Axis).
Analog Devices ADX330 Accelerometer.
AirSpeed sensor port (optional, sold separately).
Absolute Bosch pressure sensor and temp for accurate altitude (Yes you can use your shield as a Weather Logger too!).
Resources:

EagleCad Schematic
EagleCad Board
Note : This board comes with the following headers :

2 x Header Male 36. Straight
1 x Header Female 02POS .1" GOLD
1 x Header Female 2x03POS .1" GOLD
1 x Header Female 08POS .1" GOLD
1 x Header Female 11POS .1" GOLD
1 x Header Female 2x13POS .1" GOLD
1 x Header Female 14POS .1" GOLD

10-pin to 20-pin JTAG Adapter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 16:07:35 GMT

This is a 10-pin to 20-pin JTAG Adapter designed to convert between the ARM mini-JTAG connector (10-pin) and the standard ARM JTAG connector (20-pin). It's generally used with Embedded Artist products
Resources

Schematic

Beagle Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:51:01 GMT

The Beagle Board is an incredibly powerful single-board computer developed by Texas Instruments, featuring their OMAP3530 system on a chip. The board is supported by a large community and is designed with open-source development in mind.

The Beagle Board measures about 3x3" and has all the functionality of a basic computer. With its numerous expansion options, the Beagle Board can be used as the backbone for a large variety of projects. The OMAP3530 includes an HD-video capable TMS320C64x+ DSP for accelerated video and audio decoding, and an OpenGL ES 2.0 capable 2D/3D GPU. Video outputs can be provided by the on-board S-video or DVI-D (HDMI connector) outputs.

The board also includes an MMC+/SD/SDIO interface, USB 2.0, 3.5mm stereo audio in/out connectors, and RS-232 and JTAG connector.

The board can consume up to 2W of power, which can be provided via USB or an external 5V source, via the on-board barrel jack. Because of the efficient power consumption, the board requires no additional cooling.
Features:

600MHz superscalar ARM Cortex A8 processor

Over 1,200 Dhrystone MIPS

Up to 10 million polygons per second graphics output

HD-video capable C64x+ DSP core

256MB LPDDR RAM

256MB NAND Flash

I2C, I2S, SPI, MMC/SD capabilities

DVI-D and S-video video output

JTAG

SD/MMC+ socket

3.5mm stereo in/out

USB 2.0 HS OTG

RS-232 serial

Documents:

System Reference Manual

BeagleBoard.org

BlinkM MinM - I2C Controlled RGB LED

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 08:42:07 GMT

MinM is a tiny smart LED that's designed for wearable technologies, UAVs and handheld devices.

Like BlinkM, its larger sibling, it runs ThingM's unique firmware that creates virtually any RGB color, fades smoothly between two colors, and blinks in virtually any pattern. It can glow like a firefly or flicker like an antique indicator bulb. It's a smart LED that lets you do all of that without having to know any electronics engineering or programming languages.

ThingM's free Open Source sequencing software runs on most operating systems--makes it easy to select any RGB color or pattern and instantly upload it to BlinkM MinM (we also provide Java, C, and Processing libraries and programming examples for using it).

It's also tiny and stealthy: 0.5 cm on a side, and less than 0.25 cm high. Its open through-holes make it easy to sew onto garments or mount in unusual locations, and it has no protruding components, so it lies smooth and won't snag.

Once programmed, the BlinkM MinM can be detached from its programming interface and work standalone. It will then glow the programmed color or play the programmed pattern whenever 5 volts is applied, just like a regular LED, but with much more flexibility. It can be reprogrammed thousands of times, or stay tethered and be controlled using simple software commands, changing colors in real time.
Quick Start requirements

No electronics experience!
No programming experience!
LinkM USB Programmer or Arduino I/O board
ThingM Sequencer software for Arduino or Multitrack Sequencer for LinkM
Software requirements
OSX 10.3.9, Windows XP/7, Linux
Java 1.5 or later (included with Windows installation)
Features

Full-color RGB LED w/ 24-bit color control
Can plug directly into Arduino or LinkM, no wiring or other components needed!
Specify colors using 24-bit RGB or HSB
Fade between colors with variable timing and fade speeds
Randomized color selection, with ranges and based on previous color
18 built-in light scripts (sequences)
Create and save light scripts of up to 49 commands long
Stand-alone operation: No microcontroller needed for light script playback
Up to 127 BlinkM channels on a single two-wire network
Low power consumption
Advanced features

Controllable with any microcontroller (BASIC Stamp, MAKE Controller, etc.)
Reconfigurable network address
Comes packaged with an unsoldered 4-pin header that can be soldered in or friction fit for programming using standard 0.1" headers, like a standard BlinkM or MaxM.
Integrated diffuser smoothly mixes colors from the individual LED dies.
Two 8-bit analog inputs
Conditional behavior based on analog input
Has a long duration pause command for up to 91 hours, so it's appropriate for architectural or ambient display installations.
Acts as an I2C master and can control other BlinkMs, MaxMs and MinMs on the same I2C bus, eliminating the need for a secondary controller in certain circumstances.
Downloads

DATASHEET (2MB PDF)
COMMUNICATOR (3kB ZIP)
SEQUENCER for Mac OS X (416kB ZIP)
SEQUENCER for Windows (15MB ZIP)
SEQUENCER SOURCE (86kB ZIP)
EXAMPLE CODE AND TOOLS (15kB ZIP)
SEQUENCER LICENSE (4KB TEXT)
FIRMWARE LICENSE (4KB TEXT)
Specifications

6,000 mcd (millicandelas) of light intensity
120-degree viewing angle
3.6-5v operating voltage, 60mA max
0.5g weight
Fade duration: 1/30 second to 91 hours
Two-wire (aka "I2C") control
5-volt standard TTL inputs
4-pin 0.1" spacing BlinkM I2C connector

RN-131G Wifly Breakout Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 10:13:41 GMT

This is the Roving Network RN-131 WiFi module ready mounted on a convenient breakout board. The board makes all of the previously difficult to reach signals readily available via two rows of 0.1" pitch through hole strips on each side of the module. Signal names printed on the reverse of the board make for easy identification.

All you need to plug this into a breadboard are some male pin headers (not supplied with this product)

The WiFly GSX (RN-131G) module is a complete ultra low power embedded TCP/IP solution. The WiFly GSX module is a stand alone, embedded wireless 802.11b/g networking module.
The combination of ultra low power and the ability to wake up, connect to a wireless network, send data and return to sleep mode in less than 100 milliseconds, allows the WiFly GSX to run for years on two standard AAA batteries. Using only 100mWatts when awake and 10uWatts when asleep, this remarkable power efficiency makes possible a new class of internet enabled products.

The WiFly GSX module incorporates a 2.4GHz radio, processor, TCP/IP stack, real-time clock, crypto accelerator, power management and analog sensor interfaces. This complete solution is preloaded with software to simplify integration and minimizes development of your application. In the simplest configuration the hardware only requires four connections (PWR, TX, RX, GND) to create a wireless data connection. The transmit range can be up to 330' (100m), depending upon environmental considerations.
Features:

Ultra low power 100mWatt active, 10uWatt sleep mode

Host Data Rate Up to 100 Mbps for SDIO, 44 Mbps for SPI and 2.7 Mbps for UART

Throughput 4 Mbps with TCP/IP and WPA2

UART hardware interfaces

10 general purpose digital I/O

8 analog sensor interfaces

Real-time clock for wakeup and time stamping

Accepts 3.3VDC regulated or 2-3VDC battery

Supports Adhoc connection

Real time clock for time stamping, auto-sleep and auto-wakeup modes

Configuration over UART or wireless interfaces using simple ASCII commands

Over the air firmware upgrade (FTP), and data file upload

Secure WiFi authentication WEP-128, WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK, EAP-TLS for WPA1 & WPA2 Enterprise

Built in networking applications DHCP, UDP, DNS, ARP, ICMP

Industrial operating temperature range -40 to 85 C

Dimensions: 0.14 x 1.12 x 1.46 (3.5 x 28.5 x 37mm)

Documents:

Datasheet

Reference Guide

Antenna GPS 3V Magnetic Mount SMA

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 11:29:08 GMT

This is a magnetic mount GPS active antenna, designed to be stuck to the top of a car roof, or onto any other metalic surface. The antenna is powered by a 3v supply through the SMA connector, but can also be used as a passive antenna if no power is supplied.

The SMA connector is gold with a rotating nut, and male pin inside.

This unit will mate directly to (for example) the Venus GPS module.
Features

4.5m long cable
LNA Gain : 28dB
Noise : <2.0dB
VSWR : <=2
DC Current : 19mA
Center Freq : 1575.42+-3Mhz

Stackable Header - 20 pin

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:58:28 GMT

This is a 20 pin female header with extra long legs (10.5mm) - The legs are long enough to poke through a pcb and mate with another connector underneath. This connector is ideal if you're fed up trying to use endless 6 pin and 8 pin stackable headers to form longer connection strips.

ScrewShield v1.5

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 15:42:20 GMT

The ScrewShield extends all pins of the Arduino out to 3.5mm pitch screw terminals. It also has a lot of the utility provided by Arduino Protoshield, including: a large prototyping space of both connected and unconnected 0.1" spaced through-holes, a couple 5V and GND busses, a reset button, general use push button, and a 5mm yellow LED.

This product includes all the parts shown and comes in kit form and must be soldered together by the end user.

Kit Includes:

1x ScrewShield PCB

1x 5mm Yellow LED

1x 330Ω Resistor

2x 6-pin Stackable Headers

2x 8-pin Stackable Headers

2x Momentary Push Buttons

6x 2-pin 3.5mm Screw Terminals

8x 3-pin 3.5mm Screw Terminals

Documents:

Schematic

OpenLog Data Logger

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 25 May 2010 09:31:56 GMT

OpenLog is an open source data logger. Simple to use, simple to change. We wanted to create a serial logger that just worked. Power up this device and it will start logging any received serial data at 9600bps. Sending Ctrl+z three times will drop out of logging and in to command mode. 'new' will create a new file. 'md' makes a directory. '?' brings up the list of commands. OpenLog doesn't do a lot, but it does log serial streams extremely well. Example:

>new testfile.txt
>append testfile.txt
<(send large amounts of text followed by three ctrl+z characters)

That's really it! OpenLog firmware is open source and is based on Roland Riegel's FAT library. OpenLog currently supports FAT16 (upto 2GB microSD cards). We're working on FAT32 and would love your help!

All the design files (schematic, PCB layout, firmware) are open source released under the CC-SA v3 license and are available through GitHub.

Features:

Log to low-cost microSD cards up to 2GB

Simple command interface

Edit CONFIG.txt file from a computer to change baud rate and other system settings

Three modes:

NewLog creates a new log every power up and immediately starts logging

SeqLog appends a file called "SeqLog.txt" at every power up and immediately starts logging

Command mode starts OpenLog at a command prompt at power up

Configurable baud rates (2400 to 115200bps)

Configure unit through config file or the menu system

Doesn't drop characters even at full-blast 57600bps

Power, ground, and RX-I are the minimum connections

Reprogrammable ATmega328 using the standard STK500 serial bootloader

Two LEDs indicate writing status

Input voltage from 3.3V to 12V

2mA idle, 6mA at maximum recording rate

Dimensions: 0.16 x 0.6 x 0.75" (4 x 15 x 19mm)

Documents:

Homepage

Example Arduino Sketch

Command Set

Datasheet

Datalogger comparison

Schematic

Latest main.hex firmware (right click and save-as)

How to upgrade the firmware

How do I use GitHub with Windows?

The OpenLog project is housed on GitHub! Please see the wiki for the most up-to-date firmware, feature requests, files, and datasheet specs.

Venus GPS Module with SMA Connector

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 25 May 2010 08:45:01 GMT

This is a development board that uses the smallest, most powerful, and most versatile GPS receiver we carry, the Venus. The module can be configured to an amazingly powerful 10Hz update rate, with 14 channel tracking! With two serial ports, UART and SPI interfaces (please see the datasheets on how to implement the SPI interface), 28mA operating current, and high sensitivity, this receiver seriously opens new doors for tracking. Module outputs the standard NMEA-0183 or SkyTraq Binary sentences at a default rate of 9600bps (adjustable to 115200bps).

The Venus634LPx has improved sensitivity, an integrated LNA (with multipath detection and suppression), built-in RTC, and integrated single power supply making it very simple to use. In addition, the module supports data logging with an external SPI Flash!

You can easily connect to the UART using our USB to Serial TTL cable.

Features:

51 channel acquisition and 14 channel tracking

SkyTraq based chipset

10Hz max update rate (1Hz default)

Integrated LNA

Single 2.7-3.3V supply

3.3V TTL UART

Power: 28mA tracking

Sensitivity: -161dBm

Accuracy: <2.5m

Hot start: 1 Seconds

Cold Start: 29 Seconds

Supports active or passive antennas

Supports SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS)

Dimensions: 1.15 x 0.7 inches

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Venus634FLPx Dataheet

Binary Command Set

GPS Viewer Software

Datalogging Datasheet

Design Guidelines

Reference Layout

Layout Guidelines

MP3 Trigger V2

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 24 May 2010 13:29:12 GMT

Created in collaboration with Jamie Robertson, the MP3 Trigger is quite possibly the most versatile, low-cost, low power embedded MP3 Player. The board has 18 external trigger pins that will directly trigger pre-selected MP3 tracks, and a full-duplex serial control port that provides full transport control, remote triggering for up to 256 tracks, and fast real-time volume control. The board plays the MP3 files directly from a FAT16 microSD flash card and supports 192Kbps stereo playback. There is also an on-board navigation switch for local access and playback of all MP3 tracks on the flash card.

New for Version 2: Aside from more than doubling the number of trigger inputs, the MP3 Trigger v2 now contains a resident bootloader that enables firmware updates directly from the microSD card without requiring a hardware programmer. The PSoC Designer IDE can be used to generate hex files for the bootloader. See the datasheet below for more details on how to use the bootloader.

The board uses a Cypress PSoC CY8C29466-24SXI microcontroller and a VLSI VS1053 audio codec.

Board can be powered by an external wall wart, FTDI Basic, or raw 3.3V input (see related items below).

NOTE: If you purchased an MP3 Trigger V2 before May 1, 2010, please update your firmware to version 2.10 below. This update addresses an issue with the serial control port baud rate. Please note that there are three different downloads: One for the standard serial baud rate of 38.4 kbaud, as well as one each for 9600 baud and 2400 baud.

These files are only for MP3 Trigger V2, not for the older original model, which does not require an update. Here are the hex files.

v2.10 38.4k baud

v2.10 9600 baud

v2.10 2400 baud

Instructions on how to update your V2 firmware are in the datasheet, but here’s a quick review:

1) Download and unzip one of the files above.

2) Copy the resulting hex file to a microSD card and rename it to: “MP3TRIGR.HEX”. It does not need to be the only file on the card – it just needs to have that precise filename.

3) Insert the microSD card into your MP3 Trigger V2 and turn the power on while holding down the center navigation switch.

4) Wait for the Status LED to go solid, then cycle the power. You’re now running the new firmware.

Please refer to the datasheet for a more detailed description of the Status LED indications when running the bootloader.

Features:

Input voltage: 4.5-12VDC

Current Consumption: 45mA idle, 85mA playing

File system: FAT16

Audio out: line level stereo (1/8" stereo jack), see app note below if connecting to larger stereo jack

Trigger inputs: 3.3-5V, active low inputs with internal pull-ups

Serial: Full duplex, 8N1, 38.4K baud

Documents:

Datasheet

Schematic

VLSI Application Note for protecting analog outputs

FEZ Domino .NET / C# Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 21 May 2010 16:04:52 GMT

FEZ (Fast and Easy!) Domino is a tiny open-source board running Microsoft .NET Micro Framework. This means you can write code with much more efficiency using C# programming language under free Microsoft Visual C# express.

Build your next projects in minutes by connecting FEZ Domino to one of the shields, or one of the many available components. Includes USB cable.

Many libraries have already included similar FAT file system, threading, USB Client, USB Host, UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, PWM, ADC, DAC, and many more.

Resources:

General

Brochure and Pin-out

Circuit Board Design Files

Schematics

USBizi User Manual

.NET Micro Framework

Microsoft Visual C# Express

Microsoft NETMF 4.1 SDK

GHI NETMF v4.1 SDK

Beginners Guide to NETMF

Microsoft NETMF API Reference

GHI NETMF Library Documentation

Downloads and Tutorials

GHI NETMF USB Drivers 32-Bit Auto Installer

GHI NETMF USB Drivers 64-Bit Auto Installer

TeraTerm Terminal

WIZnet Ethernet Library Documentation

Serial Enabled 16x2 LCD - Red on Black 3.3V

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 12 May 2010 14:44:48 GMT

The serial enabled LCD allows you to control a parallel based LCD over a single-wire serial interface. Included in this product is a red on black 16x2 LCD connected to our serial backpack. The backpack, based around a PIC16LF88, takes a TTL serial input and prints the characters it receives onto the LCD. The installed firmware allows for a number of special commands so you can clear the screen, adjust the backlight brightness, turn the display on/off, and more.

Communication with SerLCD requires 3.3V TTL serial at a default baud rate of 9600bps (8-N-1). You can adjust the baud to any standard rate between 2400 and 38400bps. The power, ground and RX pins are all broken out to a 3.5mm pitch screw terminal.

SerLCD has the ability to dim the backlight to conserve power if needed. There is also a potentiometer on the backpack to adjust the contrast.

Note: Though the silkscreen may say '5V', this is a 3.3v Serial LCD. Connect to a 3.3v power source.
Features:
PIC 16LF88 utilizes onboard UART for greater communication accuracy

Greater processing speed at 10MHz
Incoming buffer stores up to 80 characters

Backlight transistor can handle up to 1A
Pulse width modulation of backlight allows direct control of backlight brightness and current consumption

All surface mount design allows a backpack that is half the size of the original

Faster boot-up time
Boot-up display can be turned on/off via firmware

Dimensions: 1.425x3.15" - 1" Thick

Documents:

SerLCD v2.5 Datasheet

SerLCD Pin Assignment

SerLCD v2 Schematic

SFE aim to educate! Please do not use their code or schematics for commercial use. SerLCD-v2.zip source code

Electronic Brick Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 12 May 2010 09:49:50 GMT

This is a starter kit for Seeed Studio's 'Electronic Brick' system. The kit is ideal in an educational environment or for basic electronic lab work.

The brick system does away (mostly) with the need for soldering. The main connector chassis fits directly on top of a Seeeduino Arduino Clone board. From there, cables are attached to the connectors. Modules that can be connected include a nice 16x2 LCD display, LEDs, switches, light sensitive devices and temperature sensitive devices.

The kit comes supplied in a handy plastic compartment box
Parts list :

Arduino/Seeeduino sensor Chassis V1.1 X1
LCD 16*2 Characters X1
Rotary angle sensor (Analog) X1
Big button switch X1
Buzzer X1
Tilt switch X1
Lighting emitting diode X2
Light sensor X1
Temperature sensor X1
2pin plugable terminal module X1
Fully buckled 3 wire cable X5
10 pin colorful ribbon cable with 2*5 IDC connector X1

***Please note - the main Arduino Clone board, the Seeeduino, is not supplied with this kit and must be purchased separately.***

Gyro Breakout Board - LPY530AL Dual 300�/s

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 11 May 2010 17:19:43 GMT

This is a breakout board for the ST's dual-axis LPY530AL gyro. The LPY530AL measures angular velocity along the pitch and yaw axes with a full scale of �300�/s. Two different analog outputs are provided for both the x- and z- axes - one 1x amplified and the other 4x amplified.

A regulated voltage between 2.7 and 3.6VDC should be supplied to the power pins. We have the filtering circuits all set up; you'll just need to connect the outputs to an ADC, and you're ready to go.

This breakout board includes the gyro and all necessary filtering capacitors as shown. The 1x and 4x amplified outputs of both axes are connected to the 0.1" pitch headers, along with the power-down, self-test, high-pass filter reset, and power pins.
Features:

2.7 to 3.6VDC power supply

Dual axis, pitch and yaw sensing

1x and 4x amplified outputs for each axis

Low power consumption

All necessary filtering components included

Access to power-down, self-test, and high-pass filter reset pins

Dimensions: 0.6x0.7"

Documents:

Schematic

LPY530AL Datasheet

RFD21733 2.4Gz Transceiver Breakout Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 11 May 2010 16:36:15 GMT

The RFD21733 is a very cool wireless module. This breakout board makes it easy to access the modules fine pitch connectors, and breaks out the pins to standard 100mil through holes. Wires or pin headers (not supplied with this BoB) can easily be soldered to the BoB, making development a lot easier!

uBlox GS406/GS407 Adapter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 10 May 2010 12:55:56 GMT

The uBlox GS406/GS407 adapter helps when you're trying to connect data and power without going through the fiddly fine-pitch connector. The adapter saps on to the underside of the GS406/407 and offers an EM406A socket or easy to use pin headers (-,+,Tx,RX). It is also configurable for servo connectors (-,+,S). You can power it with 3.3V or 5V-12V. Just epoxy or hot glue it to your uBlox module (don't get any glue in the connector) and forget about it!
Features

Ultra clean On-board 3.3V power regulator.
Input power selector (3.3V or >=5V).
Rechargeable backup battery (2 weeks)
Super small, almost same GPS profile.
EM406 Connector (ArduPilot Ready!).
Regular pin holes for easy integration with any project.
Resources

Schematic
Board diagram

VoiceBox Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 10 May 2010 12:11:22 GMT

The VoiceBox Shield can be mounted on top of your Arduino to give it access to all capabilities of the SpeakJet voice and sound synthesizer. The Voice Box Shield uses the SpeakJet chip to convert serial commands into a great robot-sounding voice.

Populated on the VoiceBox Shield are the 18-DIP SpeakJet IC and a two stage audio amplifier with a potentiometer to set the gain. You can connect a speaker directly to the 'SPK+/-' pins, and get your Arduino-bot talking with very minimal work!

You can control the SpeakJet through either its serial line, or the eight event input lines which are connected to digital pins 5-12. A 3-way jumper allows you to connect either the software (D2) or hardware (D1) TX pin of the Arduino to the SpeakJet's serial input.

Also included on the shield are a 13x7 grid of 0.1" pitch through-holes for prototyping, the Arduino's reset button. Headers are not included, we recommend the 6 and 8-pin stackable headers.
Documents:

Schematic

Example Code

Listen to the SpeakJet! (YouTube)

Talking Wireless Server Tutorial

SpeakJet User's Guide

SpeakJet Dictionary

Bluetooth Module - RN42

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 14:43:51 GMT

A low power version of the RN-41 module, this module from Roving Networks is powerful, small, and very easy to use. The primary difference between the RN-42 and RN-41 is that the RN-42 is a Class 2 device meaning its range is about 50 to 60 feet and correspondingly the power consumption is reduced. The RN-42 is perfect for short range, battery powered applications. The RN-42 uses only 26uA in sleep mode while still being discoverable and connectable. Multiple user configurable power modes allow the user to dial in the lowest power profile for a given application.

Supporting multiple Bluetooth profiles such as SPP and HID and simple UART hardware interface, it is simple to integrate into an embedded system or simply connect to an existing device. The RN-42 is FCC and Bluetooth SIG certified making it a complete embedded Bluetooth solution.

This Bluetooth module is designed to replace serial cables. The Bluetooth^�stack is completely encapsulated. The end user just sees serial characters being transmitted back and forth. Press the 'A' character from a terminal program on your computer and an 'A' will be pushed out the TX pin of the Bluetooth^� module.
Features:

Fully qualified Bluetooth^�module

FCC Certified

Fully configurable UART

UART Data rates up to 3Mbps

Over air data rate of 721kbps to 2.0Mbps

Low power sleep mode

Compatible with all Bluetooth^�products that support SPP (almost all do)

Includes support for BCSP, DUN, LAN, GAP SDP, RFCOMM, and L2CAP protocols

3.3V operation

Status pin

Bluetooth^�Technology v2.0 compatible

Class 2 power output

Documents:

RN-42 Datasheet

RN-41 AT Command Set

LPC3250 Developer's Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:57:11 GMT

Embedded Artists' LPC3250 Developer's Kit lets you get up-and-running quickly with the LPC3250 OEM Board. The LPC3250 OEM Board is equipped with NXP's ARM926EJ-S based LPC3250 microcontroller suitable for applications that require high performance, high integration, and low power consumption. The Kit is perfect for running Linux with its large on-board RAM and Flash, network and graphics capabilities.

****The LPC3250 OEM Board is using LPC3250 MCU rev A****

LPC3250 OEM Board

Processor NXP's ARM926EJ-S LPC3250 microcontroller in BGA package

External Flash 128 MB NAND FLASH (1Gbit)
4 MB SPI-NOR FLASH (32Mbit)

Data Memory 64 MB DDR SDRAM + 256 KB internal
16-bit data bus to DDR SDRAM

Ethernet 100/10M Ethernet interface based on National DP83848 Ethernet PHY

Clock Crystals 13.000 MHz crystal for CPU

Dimensions 66 x 48 mm

Power 3.15V-3.3V powering

Connectors 200 pos expansion connector (as defined in SODIMM standard), 0.6mm pitch

Other • 256 Kbit I2C E2PROM for storing non-volatile parameters
• 5 LEDs
• Buffered 16-bit databus

QVGA Base Board

Display • 3.2 inch QVGA TFT color LCD with touch screen panel

Connectors • 200 pos SODIMM connector for OEM Board
• Expansion connector with all LCD controller signals, for custom displays
• Expansion connector with all cpu signals
• Ethernet connector (RJ45)
• MMC/SD interface & connector
• JTAG connector
• Pads for ETM connector

Interfaces • USB OTG interface & connector
• USB host interface & connector
• RS232 interface
• IrDA tranceiver interface

Power • Power supply, either via USB or external 9-15V DC
• 0.3F capacitor backup for RTC and LED on ALARM output

Expansion • Expansion connector with all LCD controller signals, for custom displays
• Expansion connector with all cpu signals

Other • 5-key joystick
• 3 axis accelerometer
• Push-button key and LED on P2.10
• 4 push-button keys via I2C
• 8 LEDs (via I2C)
• 1 Analog inputs
• USB-to-serial bridge on UART #0, and ISP functionality
• Reset push-button and LED
• Speaker output (DAC)
• 240x150 mm in size

RFID Reader/Writer - 13.56Mhz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 10:11:14 GMT

This is a RFID reader/writer module using the 13.56Mhz carrier frequency. This is the same as the poplar 'mifare' range of RFID cards, as used in London's 'Oyster' scheme and many others. The reader/write module comes with a rigid antenna that conveniently connects to the module with an attached JST terminated lead.

It's obvious, but it's worth pointing out that you can only use this module to write to an RFID card/tag, if the card/tag itself supports it! Please look in the SDK and sample code file for details about exactly which types of writable card/tag are supported.
Features

R/W chip MFRC500 / MFRC400 / MFRC531 / MFRC632
Standard ISO/IEC 14443 type a
Frequency 13.56MHz
Baud Rate 9600-115200bit/s（configurable, default9600
Power supply : 5V
Current : <70mA
Operating range 30-100mm : reading range depend on antenna and card/tag
interface : TTL
Size 39*19*9 mm / DIP28
Resources

Datasheet
SDK and sample code
Simple Arduino Test Sketch

GE865-QUAD Cellular Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 09:40:01 GMT

The GE865 is one of the smallest GSM/GPRS Ball-Grid-Array (BGA) GPRS modules in the market. The low profile and small size of the unique BGA package for the GE865-QUAD enables the design of teeny-weeny applications. Since connectors are eliminated, the solution cost is significantly reduced compared to conventional mounting.

With its ultra-compact design and extended temperature range, the Telit GE865 product line is the perfect platform for high-volume M2M applications and mobile data devices. Additional features such as integrated TCP/IP protocol stack and serial multiplexer extend functionality of the application at no additional cost.

State-of-the-art ADCs, DACs and GPIOs provide connectivity to external peripherals such as sensors and displays.

This smaller SMD module requires an external SIM card socket and external Antenna Connection (50Ohm). This module interfaces through ******3V***** CMOS logic levels. You must not use 5V levels. We recommend a simple voltage divider or equivalent logic level translation circuit.

Dimensions: 22x22mm (3.0mm thickness)
Documents:

Telit GE865 documentation (hardware guide, AT command set, etc.)

mbed LPC1768 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 15:51:35 GMT

mbed is an ARM based fast prototyping board that uses an 100Mhz LPC1768 microprocessor from the Cortex M3 family. A small, breadboard friendly DIP package houses a wide range of peripherals, with programming, power and additional comms through a mini USB conector.

Interfaces supported include USB, SPI, I2C CAN, ethernet, and serial - all you need to hook up are some wires and the relevant connectors. Programs are written in C/C++ with an online compiler - this means whatever flavour of machine/os you use (Windows, Linux, Mac) you'll always have the latest version of the software on your desktop without any installation worries. To load the binary to the mbed itself, you simply save the file to the mbed's built in flash drive.

If you're not happy using an online compiler, there are ways of compiling code offline - here's one from dev.frozeneskimo.com. There are other methods available as well.

The mbed has a growing and supportive community - a wide range of libraries are already available supporting common hardware types like GPS or WiFi. There are already existing development boards that house the mbed. Additional hardware is in the pipeline to make the mbed experience even faster and even more convenient. Here's one example - the mbed workshop board.
Features:

Convenient form-factor: 40-pin DIP, 0.1-inch pitch

Drag-and-drop programming, with the board represented as a USB drive

Best-in-class Cortex-M3 hardware:

100 MHz ARM with 64 KB of SRAM, 512 KB of Flash

Ethernet, USB OTG

SPI, I2C, UART, CAN

GPIO, PWM, ADC, DAC

Easy-to-use online tools:

Web-based C/C++ programming environment

Uses the ARM RealView compile engine

API-driven development using libraries with intuitive interfaces

Comprehensive help and online community

Dimensions: 44mm x 26mm
Documents:

mbed Product Page

Datasheet

mbed Handbook

SerIO Serial Interface Platform

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 12:59:56 GMT

The SerIO is a serial interface platform for creating physical computing projects controlled from a computer. The board gives access to 14 digital input and output pins, six analog output pins and eight analog input pins through a serial interface. This allows the creation of physical computing projects wihtout having to modify and code on the hardware platform. Projects that involve the use of analog sensors, buttons, LEDs, buzzers, motors and many more electronic components can be controlled from any environment that has access to a serial port; some examples of controlling environments are Visual Basic, Python, LabView and Processing, but it's certainly not limited to those languages!
Features:

Powered from USB

Serial Communication over USB at 57600bps, 8, N and 1

14 digital I/O Pins

6 Analog Output Pins

8 Analog Input Pins

Simple Serial Command Interface for I/O Manipulation

Arduino Bootloader Installed

Resources

User Guide

Schematic

SerIO Source Code

Interfacing with the SerIO

Accelerometer Example (Processing Sketch)

Ambient Light Sensor Example (Processing Sketch)

E-Mail Notifier (Python Example)

Micro Maestro 6-Channel USB Servo Controller

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 16:22:18 GMT

The Micro Maestro is the first of Pololu�s second-generation USB servo controllers. It features three (yes three!) control methods...

USB for direct connection to a PC computer
TTL serial for use with embedded systems
Internal scripting for self-contained, host controller-free applications.

In addition, the module boasts channels that can be configured as servo outputs for use with radio control (RC) servos or electronic speed controls (ESCs), digital outputs, or analog inputs. The extremely accurate, high-resolution servo pulses have a jitter of less than 200 ns, making this servo controller well suited for high-precision animatronics. Built-in speed and acceleration control make it easy to achieve smooth, seamless movements without requiring the control source to constantly compute and stream intermediate position updates to the Micro Maestro.

This fully assembled version of the Micro Maestro ships with 0.1" male header pins soldered as shown in the product picture. A USB A to mini-B cable (not included) is required to connect this device to a computer.
Features

Three control methods: USB, TTL (5V) serial, and internal scripting

0.25μs output pulse width resolution (corresponds to approximately 0.025° for a typical servo, which is beyond what the servo could resolve)

Pulse rate configurable from 33 to 100 Hz

Wide pulse range of 64 to 3280 μs when using all six servos with a pulse rate of 50 Hz

Individual speed and acceleration control for each channel

Channels can also be used as general-purpose digital outputs or analog inputs

A simple scripting language lets you program the controller to perform complex actions even after its USB and serial connections are removed

Free configuration and control application for Windows makes it easy to:

Configure and test your controller

Create, run, and save sequences of servo movements for animatronics and walking robots

Write, step through, and run scripts stored in the servo controller

Virtual COM port makes it easy to create custom applications to send serial commands via USB to the controller

TTL serial features:

Supports 300 – 250000 kbps in fixed-baud mode

Supports 300 – 115200 kbps in autodetect-baud mode

Simultaneously supports the Pololu protocol, which gives access to advanced functionality, and the simpler Scott Edwards MiniSSC II protocol (there is no need to configure the device for a particular protocol mode)

Can be daisy-chained with other Pololu servo and motor controllers using a single serial transmit line

Board can be powered off of USB or a 5 – 16 V battery, and it makes the regulated 5V available to the user

Compact size of 0.85" × 1.20" (2.16 × 3.05 cm) and light weight of 0.17 oz (4.8 g)

Upgradable firmware

Resources

Pololu Micro Maestro Servo Controller User’s Guide (Printable PDF: maestro.pdf)
Pololu USB Software Development Kit
Sample Project: Simple Hexapod Walker (Printable PDF: maestro_hexapod.pdf) This is a step-by-step tutorial showing you how to use the Pololu Micro Maestro to build a simple six-legged walking robot.
Maestro Servo Controller Windows Drivers and Software (release 091221)
Maestro Servo Controller Linux Software (release 100317)
Firmware version 1.01 for the Micro Maestro 6-Servo (usc02a)

Digital Storage Oscilloscope with Panels

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 15:08:48 GMT

A simple, robust digital storage oscilloscope at a fraction of the price of professional models. This is a fully built and tested device and is ready to go straight from the box. This unit uses a good sized LCD screen to display waveforms with up to 5M samples per second. The display can be frozen and up to 6 captures saved in non-volatile memory. ***Please note *** This unit is powered by a 9V supply. The PSU that comes with the unit is a 2 pin US style supply and requires a converter plug to be used with US 3 pin style sockets.

Features

Max sample rate - 5M/s (AUTO mode)，8 bits
Sample memory depth - 256 bytes
Analog bandwidth - 1MHz
Vertical sensitivity - 100mV/Div - 5V/Div
Vertical position adjustable with indicator
Input impedance - 1MΩ
Max input voltage - 50Vpp
DC/AC coupling
Horizontal - 2μs/Div - 10m(minute)/Div
Auto, normal and single trig modes
Rising/falling edge trigger
External trig available
Trig level adjustable with indicator
Hold/run feature
Save up to 6 captures to EEPROM and retain after power down
Retrieve and display saved captures
Transfer its screen to PC as bitmap file via serial connection
Built-in 500Hz/5Vpp test signal
Frequency counter (only for TTL level input signal)
9 DC power supply (US style 2 pin)
Dimension: 110mm X 65mm X 25mm (without case)
Resources:

Operating Instructions [v05]
How to Program the Scope with Programmer or Bootloader
Firmware
PC program for downloading codes via the bootloader
How to Use the External Trigger

Rainbowduino LED Driver

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 12:40:32 GMT

The Rainbowduino is an Arduino compatible shield that can drive up to 192 LEDs. The boards can be linked together via I2C, so huge displays can be controlled from just a few units. Despite its name, the Rainbowduino doesn't just have to control LEDs - its outputs can supply sufficient current to drive some types of motors.

We recommend using the 60mm square 8*8 LED Matrix with this product.
Features

Arduino compatible
Open source library and community contributed examples
No external circuit required, plug and shine!
24 constant current channels of 120mA each
8 super source driver channel of 500mA each
Wide output voltage adaption from 5V-12VDC
Dedicated GPIO and ADC
Hardware Uart and I2C communication
Easy cascading
Small form and light weight
Resources

Manual V1.1

Sample sketch(Updated!)
Older version

Plasma display ported by 'unwiredben'

mtXcontrol
A LED Matrix editor for Rainbowduino

Video tutorial

Source file

LiPower Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 18:54:02 GMT

A small, but very mighty power supply. This board was designed to be as small and inconspicuous as possible. The nice thing about LiPower is the ability to use rechargable Lithium Polymer batteries. These batteries are smaller, flatter, and last much longer than a AAA battery. Attach a single cell LiPo battery, flip the power switch, and you will have a 5V supply to power your LilyPad network. Good up to 150mA. Short circuit protected.

This board has a JST connector, which will connect to our JST terminated single cell 3.7V LiPo batteries. It also has terminals for charging the LiPo battery with one of SFE's LiPo chargers.

LilyPad is a wearable e-textile technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable - but be sure to remove the battery!

Dimensions:

18mm outer diameter

Thin 0.8mm PCB

Documents:

Schematic

Heat Shrink Sleeving Bundle

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 18:49:57 GMT

Heat shrink is useful stuff. We use it for all sorts of handy projects. Use it to reinforce connections, protect devices, and electrically isolate exposed solder joints. Now this offers a wide range of sizes and colors with nothing too long. Some of the sizes come with internal heat sensitive glue which significantly increases stress relief and water proofing. This kit includes 95 pieces of heat shrink, all of varying colors and sizes, and comes in a clear bag. All pieces are 10cm in length.

Bag includes the following diameters, 5 pieces of each:

Black

1.5/3.7/6.5/9.5mm

6.5/9.5mm with glue

Red

1.5/3.7/6.5/9.5mm

Green

1.5/3.7/6.5/9.5mm

Yellow

1.5/3.7mm

Blue

1.5/3.7mm

Transparent

6.5mm

MIDI Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:25:43 GMT

The MIDI Shield board gives your Arduino access to the powerful MIDI communication protocol, so you can control synthesizers, sequencers, and other musical devices. The MIDI protocol shares many similarities with standard asynchronous serial interfaces, so you can use the UART pins of your Arduino to send and receive MIDI's event messages.

The MIDI Shield provides an opto-isolated MIDI-IN port as well as a MIDI-OUT port. The MIDI Shield can be mounted directly on top of an Arduino, connecting the MIDI-IN to the Arduino's hardware RX pin and the MIDI-OUT to TX. Potentiometers are connected to analog pins 1 and 2, and can be used to control volume, pitch, tone or anything else you'd like. Also connected on the shield are three momentary push buttons (connected to D2-4), a reset button, and green and red stat LEDs. The RUN/PROG switch allows you to program the Arduino over serial without having to remove the shield.

Note: The MIDI Shield does not come with the through-hole MIDI connectors or trimpots soldered on. All of these components (2 MIDI connectors and 2 trimpots) are included with the product, however.

Documents:

Schematic

Example Arduino Sketch

Arduino MIDI Tutorial

Bluetooth Mate Gold - Bluetooth Modem

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 17:00:06 GMT

The Bluetooth Mate Gold is very similar to the BlueSMiRF modem, but it is designed specifically to be used with Arduino Pros and LilyPad Arduinos. These modems work as a serial (RX/TX) pipe, and are a great wireless replacement for serial cables. Any serial stream from 9600 to 115200bps can be passed seamlessly from your computer to your target. These units have been successfully tested over open air at 350ft (106m)!

The Bluetooth Mate has the same pin out as the FTDI Basic, and is meant to plug directly into an Arduino Pro, Pro Mini, or LilyPad Mainboard. Because the pins are arranged to do this, you cannot directly plug the Bluetooth Mate to an FTDI Basic board (you'll have to swap TX and RX).

This unit ships with an RN-41 class 1 bluetooth module, a very easy-to-use and well documented bluetooth module. Make sure you check out the datasheet and command set links below.

The Bluetooth Mate has on-board voltage regulators, so it can be powered from any 3.3 to 6VDC power supply. Level shifting is all set up so the RX and TX pins on the remote unit are 3-6VDC tolerant. Do not attach this device directly to a serial port. You will need an RS232 to TTL converter circuit if you need to attach this to a computer.

Unit comes without a connector; if you want to connect it to an Arduino Pro, we'd suggest the 6-pin header.

Note: The hardware reset pin of the RN-41 module is broken out on the bottom side of the board. This pin is mislabeled as 'PIO6', it is actually PIO4. Should you need to reset the Mate, pull this pin high upon power-up, and then toggle it 3 times.

Features:

Designed to work directly with Arduino Pro's and LilyPad main boards

FCC Approved Class 1 Bluetooth^® Radio Modem

Very robust link both in integrity and transmission distance (100m) - no more buffer overruns!

Low power consumption : 25mA avg

Hardy frequency hopping scheme - operates in harsh RF environments like WiFi, 802.11g, and Zigbee

Encrypted connection

Frequency: 2.4~2.524 GHz

Operating Voltage: 3.3V-6V

Serial communications: 2400-115200bps

Operating Temperature: -40 ~ +70C

Built-in antenna

Dimensions:

Board: 1.75x0.65"

Documents:

Schematic

RN-41 AT Command Set

Roving Networks Bluetooth^® module datasheet

SPE's Bluetooth Tutorial

Cellular Shield with SM5100B

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 16:17:51 GMT

The Cellular Shield for Arduino includes all the parts needed to interface your Arduino with an SM5100B cellular module. This allows you to easily add SMS, GSM/GPRS, and TCP/IP functionalities to your Arduino-based project. All you need to add cellular functionality to your Arduino project is a SIM card (pre-paid or straight from your phone) and an antenna and you can start sending Serial.print statements to make calls, send texts and serve web pages!

The main components of the Cellular Shield are a 60-pin SM5100B connector, a SIM card socket, and an SPX29302 voltage regulator configured to regulate the Arduino's raw voltage to 3.8V. The board's red LED indicates power. The Arduino's reset button is also brought out on the shield.

Two jumpers on the board allow you to select which serial pins interface with the cellular module - software (D2, D3) or hardware (D0, D1). There is also a 5-pin, 0.1" spaced header with connections for microphone inputs and speaker outputs. Headers are not soldered on, we recommend the 6 and 8-pin stackable headers.

The SM5100B cellular module is included with this product. It is pre-configured to 9600bps.

Documents:

Schematic
Sample Sketch

SM5100B Datasheet

SM5100B AT Command Set

SM5100B SMS App Note

SM5100B TCP/IP App Note

RFID Button - 16mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:51:21 GMT

This is a simple, thumbnail-size RFID tag. These tags are great for sensing presence, identification, etc., and they're small, so they can be easily sewn into clothing or inserted into enclosures. Each tag comes with a unique 32-bit ID code and is not reprogrammable. The carrier frequency of this tag is 125kHz, so it works great with our ID-2, ID-12 and ID-20 RFID readers.

We tested this RFID tag with one of our ID-12 readers and measured a maximum read distance of about 32mm. Features:

32-bit unique ID - non-reprogrammable

125kHz read frequency

EM4001 ISO based RFID IC

Manchester encoding

Dimensions:

Diameter: 16mm

Thickness: 1.85mm

RFID Glass Capsule - 125kHz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:34:30 GMT

This is a glass, cylindrical RFID tag; it's very similar to those implanted into pets for identification purposes. Each tag comes with a unique 32-bit ID code and is not reprogrammable. The carrier frequency of this tag is 125kHz, so it works great with our ID-2, ID-12 and ID-20 RFID readers.

We tested this RFID tag with one of our ID-12 readers and measured a maximum read distance of about 10mm.

***PLEASE NOTE*** We do not recommend this device for implantation inside humans or animals without extensive surgical and sterilisation procedure knowledge on behalf of the user. The device has glass parts, which if positioned incorrectly could cause harm if broken. Infection caused by an unsterilised RFID tag could cause serious medical problems with dire consequences.
Features:

Tiny, implantable RFID tag

32-bit unique ID - non-reprogrammable

125kHz read frequency

EM4001 ISO based RFID IC

Manchester encoding

Dimensions:
Width: 12.25mm
Diameter: 1.93mm

ArduPilot Ground Station

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:13:00 GMT

This is a ground telemetry station for the Ardupilot system. The module comes as a kit, and requires competent soldering and electronic fault finding. Please do not attempt assembly unless you are confident in your abilities. Please also note - you almost certainly will need to reprogram the module's firmware at some point using the Arduino IDE.

The Ardupilot base station uses an Xbee module (not supplied) to grab data transmitted by your aircraft. The data is then parsed and displayed on a large backlit LCD screen. Once assembled, the base station can be handheld and battery powered. With the correct programming it will display any telemetry you desire.
Features

Atmega328 at 16Mhz with Arduino Bootloader.
XBee Socket and 3.3V powered.
Wireless programing: You can use XBEE to program it (needs 2n2222 transistor).
Can be powered with 2 and 3 cell LIPOS (diode protected and regulated).
Huge 4 line screen with backlight, very clear under the sun! (2 pots to control the backlight and contrast).
FTDI port to upload code, also the boards is ready to be programmed with XBee.
Six button to navigate and change screen and options.
Very noisy buzzer that can be used to alert you when it has low battery or low altitude.
6 I/O analog pins available, including the I2C port.
2 powered SERVO OUTPUTS (Tilt & Pan) that can be used to control a directional antenna (NICE!).
Extra 3.3V and 5V volts outputs.
Status LED's.
Resources

-Source Code
-Board
-Schematic
-Assembly Instructions -Telemetry protocol and data display explanations

Breakout Board for FT245RL USB to FIFO

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 12:06:01 GMT

This is a basic breakout board for FTDI's popular USB to FIFO IC. Now with internal oscillator and EEPROM, the FT245RL is an impressive IC! This FIFO IC gives the user 8 I/O pins for parallel reading and writing. Board comes assembled with IC as shown.

Features:

Implements full v2.0 USB protocol

Needs no external crystal

Internal EEPROM for device ID and Product Description strings

Royalty-Free Driver support for Windows, Linux, and Mac OSX

Documents:

FT245RL Breakout Schematic

FTDI website

FT245R Datasheet v2.08

FTClean (for removing extraneous/old ports)

Drivers: FTDI Driver Page
Dimensions: 1.5x0.92"

Ultrasonic Range Finder XL-EZ0

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:57:01 GMT

The XL-Maxsonar-EZ0 is a super high performance, industrial strength sonar range finder with high power output, noise rejection, auto calibration and long-range wide detection zone. Unlike earlier models, it offers continuous self-calibration to rule out the effects of changing temperature, humidity and voltage.

The tiny indoor XL-MaxSonar� sensor line are less than 1-cubic-inch in size, yet the sensor puts 1/2 watt of peak power into the efficient transformer driving the transducer, yielding high output acoustic power. This acoustic power combined with continuously variable gain, real-time background automatic calibration, real-time waveform signature analysis, and real-time noise rejection algorithms results in virtually noise free distance readings for most users. This holds true even in the presence of many of the various acoustic or electrical noise sources. The XL-MaxSonar� sensor line is available with factory calibrated beam patterns and can be used anywhere an indoor acoustic range sensor is needed.

The range signals are provided as a PWM output, and go from 20cm to 765cm. Resolution is 1 cm. The XL-MaxSonar works from 3.3 to 5V and peaks at only 0.5 W of power consumption.
Features

Small and light: 0.870" x 0.785" x 0.989" (2.2 x 2.0 x 2.5 cm), 0.22 oz (6.1 g)

Long range detection: 0 – 7.65 m (25 ft)

No dead zone; detections from 0 to 20 cm (8 in) are output as 20 cm

Resolution of 1 cm (0.4 in)

Low typical current consumption: 3.4 mA at 5 V, 2.1 mA at 3.3 V

Runs on 3.3 – 5 V

42 kHz ultrasonic sensor

10 Hz reading rate

Readings can be triggered externally or internally

Supports three interfaces (all are active simultaneously):

Serial output of distance reading: asynchronous, logic-level (TTL), inverted, 9600 bps 8N1

Analog output of distance reading: (Vcc/1024) / cm (4.9 mV/cm when input voltage Vcc = 5 V)

Pulse width output of distance reading: 58 μs/cm (147 μs/in) on EZ models only

Analog voltage envelope of return acoustic wave form on AE models only

Resources

Which sensor guide
XL-Maxsonic-EZ0 Datasheet

LPC-P2919 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 19:11:26 GMT

The LPC-P2919 Dev board is a development and prototyping board with features including 2 CAN ports, 2 LIN , and an SD/MMC slot.

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2919 ARM968E-S, 125 MHz, CAN, LIN, 56 kB SRAM, 768 kB flash, x2 10-bit ADCs
JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG, ARM-USB-OCD, ARM-USB-TINY
RS232 port
Two CAN drivers and connectors
Two LIN drivers and connectors
LCD 8X1
SD/MMC card connector
Two user buttons
Trimpot connected to ADC
RESET circuit and button
Three status LEDs
Power supply LED
Jumper for Power Selection mode
Three on board voltage regulators 1.8V, 3.3V and 5V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: External power supply +9VDC required, or takes power from JTAG connector
16 Mhz crystal oscillator
UEXT connector with SPI, RS232 and power supply for connecting add-on modules
Extension port connector for many of microcontrollers pins
Prototype area
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), red soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 140x89mm (5.512x3.504")

DOCUMENTS:

LPC-P2919 users manual
HARDWARE:

LPC-P2919 schematic
SOFTWARE:

LPC-P2919 buttons and LCD example demo code for EW-ARM 5.40
LPC-P2919 potentiometer, UART, LCD example demo code for EW-ARM 5.40
LPC-P2919 SD-MMC card example demo code for EW-ARM 5.40
LPC-P2919 CAN message exchange example demo code for EW-ARM 5.40 (in development)
LPC-P2919 LIN message exchange example demo code for EW-ARM 5.40 (in development)
LPC-P2919 CAN to RS232 message bridge example demo code for EW-ARM 5.40 (in development)

ARM-USB-TINY-H

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 18:43:02 GMT

The ARM-USB-TINY-H is a low cost high speed ARM USB JTAG. It is supported by the openocd open source ARM debugger.

Debug all ARM microcontrollers supported by OpenOCD
High speed USB 2.0 with lower lattency time, RTCK adaptive JTAG clock up to 30Mhz and higher throughput achieve x3-x5 times faster programming speed than ARM-USB-TINY, can be used with all ARM devices for programming and debugging.
Uses ARM's standard 2x10 pin JTAG connector
Supports ARM targets working in voltage range 2.0 – 5.0 V DC
Software supported by OpenOCD (open source) debugger
comes with CD with Windows installer for full featured and open source tools as alternative to the commercial ARM
development packages: GCC C compiler, openOCD debugger and Eclipse IDE.
Works with IAR EW-ARM 5.50 or newer
Dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") JTAG cable

Documents:

Using OpenOCD server and Eclipse CDT document
Using OpenOCD as a Standalone FLASH Programmer document
Using OpenOCD with TELNET connection document
Using OpenOCD server and IAR Embedded Workbench document
How to install GCCFG files, a link comes with the ARM-USB-TINY-H
How to repair your Open OCD drivers for ARM-USB-TINY-H
Using GCC+Eclispse on MAC
ARM-USB-TINY flyer
Using Open Source Tools for AT91SAM7 Cross Development - Revision B guide by Jim Lynch
(the old) ARM Cross Development with Eclipse (10MB) REV-3 very detailed tutorial by Jim Lynch how to setup and works with the free GNUARM tools LPC2106 board. The sample codes for this tutorial is here.
ARM Cross Development with Eclipse in Spanish language (3MB) REV-1 Paul Aguayo did a great job translating to Spanish language Jim Lynch's tutorial. He also shrink the size of the document without missing the quality of the pictures and tutorial text.
GNU toolchain setup with openOCD by Michael Fischer
Installing OpenOcd-Rev. G drivers for Windows 7.pdf
http://openocd.berlios.de/web/ - official site of the OpenOCD project, you can find the most up to date version of OpenOCD here, but you will have to build it yourselfm, aslo the full user's manual is here
http://www.yagarto.de/ - home of YAGARTO (Yet Another GNU ARM Toolchain). i.e. GCC compiler and bin utilities for Windows
http://www.eclipse.org/ - the Eclipse universe
http://forum.sparkfun.com/viewforum.php?f=18 - The very helpful discussion board for OpenOCD related projects
Toolchain setup
CrossWorks installation video
STELLARIS setup with OpenOCD
Reflashing HTC with OpenOCD

Hardware:

ARM JTAG connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

OLIMEX ARM DEVELOPMENT PACKAGE V1.1 Tutorial how to build latest OpenOCD and Eclipse IDE setup, how to setup our JTAGs with IAR GDB server, drivers etc. readme.txt and revision history
Olimex's ARM GCC for Windows Dummies install files (download link with procuct) - installs on your computer GCC + OpenOCD debugger + Eclipse for out of the box development with the open source GNU C compiler and OpenOCD debugger, supports flash loading with make examples for different ARM controllers. The current revision of the files is 8.2 REV.I check the readme.txt and revision history
Drivers for working with OpenOCD 0.1.0 , Drivers for working with OpenOCD 0.4.0 ,Drivers for CrossWorks (FTDI drivers) , EEPROM content
openOCD open source debugger from Dominic Rath for debugging with Insight/GDB.
Using OpenOCD as Flash programming tool article written by Martin Thomas
ARM projects with OpenOCD by Martin Thomas
WinARM - easy to install open source GCC toolchain by Martin Thomas.
CrossWorks - commercial IDE version 1.7 supports all Olimex JTAGs, personal licensees start from US $125(!)
Building GCC for ARM tutorial
Building GCC for Cortex tutorial
Using OpenOCD tutorial
For the moment the only supported package is GCC C compiler + openOCD debugger + Eclipse IDE. Olimex can provide the necessary information and cooperate with interested parties if they want to add low cost USB debugger support to their C compilers and IDEs.

LPCXpresso Prototype Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:57:29 GMT

The Prototype board provides you with an easy-to-use expansion area for own experiments. The Prototype board can be used for education purposes as well as for experiment and prototype projects. The Prototype board can be used together with the LPCXpresso board or with the mbed module.
Features

All signals on expansion connector can be accessed easily
Includes two 1x27 pin lists and two 1x27 headers : Note that these must be manually soldered to the LPCXpresso (LPC1xxx) board and the LPCXpresso Prototype board, respectively.
Large prototype area with 100mil pitch holes
Prototype area with 50mil pitch holes
Prototype area for 50 mil pitch SOIC components
Prototype area for 0.65 mm pitch SSOP components
Dimensions: 148 x 120 mm

LPC1343 LPCXpresso Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 15:51:12 GMT

The LPC1343 LPCXpresso board with NXP's ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller has been designed to make it as easy as possible to get started with Cortex-M3. The LPCXpresso comprises a target board combined with a JTAG debugger. A free Eclipse-based IDE from Code Red is also included.

The LPC1343 has 8 kB SRAM, 32 kB Flash, USB 2.0, SSP, UART etc. Embedded Artists also provides a Prototype board and a Base board that makes it possible to make experiments and prototyping with many peripherals.
Features

The target board comes with an integrated JTAG Debugger. No need for a separate emulator!
A free Eclipse-based IDE is included.
Easy upgrade options to full-blown suites (from Code Red) and hardware kits (from Embedded Artists).
Specifications

Processor : NXP's Cortex-M3 LPC1343 microcontroller in LQFP48 package
Flash : 32 kB
Data Memory : 8 kB
Clock Crystals :12.000 MHz crystal for CPU
Dimensions : 35 x 140 mm
Power : 3.15V-3.3V external powering, or from USB via JTAG probe (LPC-LINK)
Connectors : All LPC1343 pins available on expansion connector (2x27 pin rows, 100 mil pitch, 900 mil between rows)

Embedded JTAG (LPC-LINK) functionality via LPCXpresso toolchain
LPC-LINK can be connected to external target processor after modifications to the LPCXpresso board <
LED on PIO0_7

NXP's LPC1343 microcontroller

Processor : ARM Cortex-M3 core with speed up to 72 MHz
Flash : 32 kB
RAM : 8 kB
Timers :

Two 32-bit counter/timers
Two 16-bit counter/timers
One Watchdog timer

PWM : 13 - Using timers 0-3
ADC : 10-bit with input multiplexing among 8 pins
Serial interfaces : 1xUART, 1xI2C, 1xSSP
USB : Full-Speed USB Device Controller with on-chip PHY
Other :

Serial Wire Debug and Serial Wire Trace Port
Integrated PMU to minimize power consumption
Three reduced power modes: Sleep, Deep-sleep, and Deep power-down
Code Read Protection (CRP) with different security level

Links

Product page

Datasheet

User's Manual

Digital Temperature Sensor Breakout - TMP102

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:02:26 GMT

This is a breakout board for the incredibly small TMP102 digital temperature sensor. The TMP102 is a digital sensor (I2C a.k.a. TWI), has a resolution of 0.0625�C, and is accurate up to 0.5�C. The sensor requires very low-current, and is loaded with features.

Communication with the TMP102 is achieved through a two-wire serial interface. There is no on-board voltage regulator, so supplied voltage should be between 1.4 to 3.6VDC. Filtering capacitors and pull-up resistors are included as shown.

Features:

12-bit, 0.0625�C resolution

Accuracy: 0.5�C (-25�C to +85�C)
Low quiescent current

10�A Active (max)

1�A Shutdown (max)

1.4V to 3.6VDC supply range

Two-wire serial interface

Documents:

Schematic

TMP102 Datasheet

Example Code (ATmega128)

mbed example

Piezo Vibration Sensor - Small Horizontal

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:42:43 GMT

The Minisense 100 is a low-cost cantilever-type vibration sensor loaded by a mass to offer high sensitivity at low frequencies. Useful for detecting vibration and 'tap' inputs from a user. A small AC and large voltage (up to +/-90V) is created when the film moves back an forth. A simple resistor should get the voltage down to ADC levels. Can also be used for impact sensing or a flexible switch.

Comes with machine pins that allows for horizontal mounting.

Features:

Flexible PVDF Piezo Polymer Film

Wide dynamic range

Laminated for higher voltage output

Breadboard friendly leads

Documents:

Datasheet

Technical manual

LPC1114 LPCXpresso Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:11:49 GMT

The LPC1114 LPCXpresso board with NXP's ARM Cortex-M0 microcontroller has been designed to make it as easy as possible to get started with Cortex-M0. The LPCXpresso comprises a target board combined with a JTAG debugger. A free Eclipse-based IDE from Code Red is also included.

The LPC1114 has 8 kB SRAM, 32 kB Flash, SSP, I2C, UART, ADC, etc. Please see the Embedded Artists prototype board and base board that can be used with this product for ultra-fast experimentation and prototyping
Processor

NXP's Cortex-M0 LPC1114 microcontroller in LQFP48 package
Flash Memory : 32 kB
Data Memory : 8 kB
Clock Crystals : 12.000 MHz crystal for CPU
Dimensions : 35 x 140 mm
Power : 3.15V-3.3V external powering, or from USB via JTAG probe (LPC-LINK)
Connectors : All LPC1114 pins available on expansion connector (2x27 pin rows, 100 mil pitch, 900 mil between rows)
Other
Embedded JTAG (LPC-LINK) functionality via LPCXpresso toolchain LPC-LINK can be connected to external target processor after modifications to the LPCXpresso board LED on PIO0_7
Documents

LPCXpresso Getting Started Manual (pdf from NXP)

Board Schematics (in pdf)

Splitting the board in two (done at your own risk!)

Forum and Support

Visit NXP's LPCXpresso Website

LPCXpresso Forum

LPCXpresso Support (lots of code example)

Cortex-M0 Information

Cortex-M0 Technical Reference Manual from ARM

Cortex-M0 Generic User Guide from ARM

LPCXpresso Base Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 17:45:52 GMT

Direct from the snowy shores of Sweden, the LPCXpresso Base board provides the ideal platform to get started QUICKLY with LPC processor experiments and prototyping. The Base board can also be used together with the LPCXpresso LPC1114 board, the LPCXpresso LPC1343 board, or the mbed module

Please note - this product is no longer supplied in the nice metal 'cake tins'.

Common features

Socket for LPCXpresso and mbed module

50 pin expansion dual row pin list connector (male, 100mil pitch) for simple connection external designs and to a logic analyzer

50 pin expansion dual row header connector (female, 100mil pitch) for simple connection to breadboard

Battery powering (small coin battery)

USB interface

Reset pushbutton

Digital IO

RGB-LED (can be PWM controlled)

5-key joystick switch

2 pushbuttons, one for activating bootloader

Rotary switch with quadrature encoding (timer capture)

Temperature sensor with PWM output (timer capture)

Analog IO

Trimming potentiometer input (analog input)

PWM to analog LP-filtering (PWM output and analog input)

Speaker output (PWM output)

Oscilloscope probe inout stage

Serial bus - SPI

Shift register driving 7-segment LED

SD/MMC memory card interface

Dataflash SPI-NOR flash

Serial bus - I2C

PCA9532 port expander connected to 16 LEDs

8kbit E2PROM

MMA7455L accelerometer with I2C interface

Light sensor

Serial bus - I2C/SPI shared

SC16IS752 - I2C/SPI to 2xUART bridge; connected to RS232 full-modem interface and one expansion UART

96x64 pixel white OLED (alternative I2C/SPI interface)

Serial bus - UART

USB-to-serial bridge, with automatic ISP activation

RS422/485 interface

Interface socket for XBee RF-module

Specific mbed module support

CAN bus interface (can be simulated with LPCXpresso)

Ethernet RJ45 connector with integrated magnetic

Dimensions : 150 x 180 mm
Power : via USB (+5V)

The following resources are available for download from Embedded Artists' support site after registration of the LPCXpresso Base Board.
Documents

User's Manual

Board Schematics

Software

MCU Drivers

ADC

Clock Config

GPIO

I2C

SSP (SPI)

Timer16, Timer32

UART

Base Board Peripheral Drivers

Accelerometer

I2C-EEPROM

SPI-Flash

5-key Joystick

7-segment Display

Light Sensor

OLED Display, including simple Graphics Library

PCA9532 (LEDs)

RGB LED

Rotary Switch

Temperature Sensor

UART2 (I2C/SPI to UART, SC16IS752)

FAT File System for MMC/SD card (ChaN Fat FS Module)

Sample Applications

Rotary switch controls 7-segment display

Reading and writing to EEPROM

Joystick controlling LEDs (PCA9532)

Listing content on a FAT formatted MMC/SD card

Values from light sensor, temperature sensor, accelerometer and trim potentiometer are written to the OLED display

Joystick controlling RGB LED

Speaker - Playing tones

Speaker - Playing WAV file

Reading and writing to SPI-Flash

Reading from UART1 and writing to UART2 (and vice versa)

Trying to contact an XBee module. Result printed on OLED display

Values from the BNC is written to the OLED display

NXP's USB Mass Storage Device example

NXP's UROM based SB Mass Storage Device example

NXP's USB HID example

NXP's ROM based USB HID example

ACS715 Current Sensor Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:52:47 GMT

This 0-30A current sensor is a carrier board or breakout board for Allegro�s ACS715LLCTR-30A-T Hall effect-based linear current sensor; we therefore recommend careful reading of the ACS715 datasheet before using this product. The sensor operates at 5 V and has an output sensitivity of 133 mV/A.
Dimensions

Size:0.7" x 0.8"
Weight:0.04 oz
General specifications

Current sense:0.133 V/A
Minimum logic voltage:4.5 V
Maximum logic voltage:5.5 V
Supply current:13 mA
Features

Designed for unidirectional input current from 0 to 30 A, but the sensor will provide meaningful feedback for currents as low as -1.5 A, and the robust IC can survive up to five times the overcurrent condition.
Conductive path internal resistance is typically 1.2 mΩ, and the PCB is made with 2-oz copper, so very little power is lost in the board.
Use of a Hall effect sensor means the IC is able to electrically isolate the current path from the sensor�s electronics (up to 2.1 kV RMS), which allows the sensor to be inserted anywhere along the current path and to be used in applications that require electrical isolation. 80 kHz bandwith that can optionally be decreased by adding a capacitor across the board pins marked �filter�.
High accuracy and reliability: typical total output error of 1.5% at room temperature with factory calibration, an extremely stable output offset voltage, and almost zero magnetic hysteresis.
Automotive grade operating temperature range of -40�C � 150�C.
The pads are labeled on the bottom silkscreen, as shown in the picture to the right. The silkscreen also shows the direction that is interpreted as positive current flow via the +i arrow.
Electrical connections
The sensor requires a supply voltage of 4.5 � 5.5 V to be connected across the Vcc and GND pads, which are labeled on the bottom silkscreen. The sensor outputs an analog voltage that is linearly proportional to the input current. This output voltage is offset by 500 mV and increases by 133 mV per amp of input current. The output voltage decreases linearly below 500 mV for currents as low as -1.5 A.

The input current can be connected to the board in a variety of ways. For low-current applications, you can solder 0.1" male header pins to the board via the small through-holes on the input-current side of the board. For higher-current applications, you can solder wires directly to the through-holes whose sizes best match your wires, or you can use solderless ring terminal connectors, as shown in the picture to the right. The large through-holes are big enough for #6 screws.
Mounting information
The board has two mounting holes on the logic side of the board. These mounting holes are 0.5" apart and are designed for #2 screws.
Filtering the output
The IC has an internal filter resistance of 1.7 kΩ, and the carrier board includes a 1 nF filter capacitor, which produces a low-pass RC filter with a 90 kHz cutoff. You can improve sensing system accuracy for low-frequency sensing applictations by adding a capacitor in parallel with the integrated 1 nF capacitor across the pads marked �filter� on the bottom silkscreen (this capacitor is labeled C2b in the schematic below). The frequency F that the filter will attenuate to half its original power is given by:

F = 1 / (2πRC) = 1 / (11kΩ * (1 nF + Cf))

where Cf is the value of the capacitor added to the filter pads.
Resources

ACS715 Datasheet
Schematic

ARM-JTAG-EW Programmer / Debugger

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:55:59 GMT

The ARM-JTAG-EW is a JTAG programmer / debugger designed to work with IAR Systems products. It offers a number of features only usually found in much more expensive Logic analyzers - not only software breakpoints, but also hardware breakpoints. The user can stop the code by external triggers including the target power consumption, rising/falling edge external signals or analogue signal value. ARM-JTAG-EW emulates on low level the IAR Systems' J-LINK API so it works like normal J-LINK debugger, but add some unique features which are available only in the very high end and expensive debugger tools on the market.

FEATURES:

Debug all ARM microcontrollers supported by EW-ARM
Fast speed USB 2.0 JTAG dongle interface, can be used with all ARM7 and CortexM3 devices for programming and debugging, ARM9 and MIPS support are planned to be added later this year.
Can power on/off target with +5VDC on ARM connector PIN#19
Monitors the power consumption, you can watch in C-SPY
Breakpoints at power consumption value
External trigger breakpoints i.e. you can stop your code on rising / falling edge of external hardware signal
External trigger breakpoint on external analogue value signal i.e. stop my code when the external signal is between 0.85 and 1.25V
Uses ARM's standard 2x10 pin JTAG connector
Supports ARM targets working in voltage range 2.0– 5.0 V DC
Software supported by EW-ARM
Available support for OpenOCD
Dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") JTAG cable

DOCUMENTS:

ARM-JTAG-EW.pdf - User manual

HARDWARE:

ARM JTAG connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

ARM-JTAG-EW driver for EW-ARM. The latest driver is arm-jtag-ew-1.0.3.0.zip and supports EW-ARM 5.40, Cortex M3 as JTAG and Cortex M3 serial wire debug is released.

Serial Enabled 16x2 LCD - Red on Black 5V

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 18:56:36 GMT

This is the latest evolution of SparkFun's serial LCD. Included on a single board is a 16x2 LCD and an embedded circuit based around a PIC 16F88. The on-board PIC takes a TTL serial input and prints the characters it receives onto the LCD. The installed firmware also allows for a number of special commands so you can clear the screen, adjust the backlight brightness, turn the display on/off, and more.

Communication with SerLCD requires 5V TTL serial at a default baud rate of 9600bps (8-N-1). You can adjust the baud to any standard rate between 2400 and 38400bps. The power (VDD), ground (GND) and RX pins are all broken out to both a 0.1" pitch header as well as a 3-pin JST connector.

SerLCD has the ability to dim the backlight to conserve power if needed. There is also a potentiometer on the back of the display to adjust the contrast.
Features:
Embedded PIC 16F88 utilizes onboard UART for greater communication accuracy

Adjustable baud rates of 2400, 4800, 9600 (default), 14400, 19200 and 38400

Operational Backspace

Greater processing speed at 10MHz

Incoming buffer stores up to 80 characters

Backlight transistor can handle up to 1A

Pulse width modulation of backlight allows direct control of backlight brightness and current consumption

All surface mount design allows a backpack that is half the size of the original

Faster boot-up time

Boot-up display can be turned on/off via firmware

User definable splash screen

Dimensions:

PCB: 103x36mm

LCD: 71.4x26.4mm

Documents:

SerLCD v2.5 Datasheet

SerLCD v2 Schematic

Source Code

Arduino MegaShield Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 07:02:31 GMT

The Arduino Mega now has its very own prototyping shield! The MegaShield mates with the Arduino Mega board and gives the user a prototyping area, two general LEDs, and, most important of all, the Arduino Mega reset switch is brought to the top level. The shield also works with our small breadboards if you don't want to solder to the prototyping area.

This comes in kit form and must be soldered together by the end user. Please note - we do not ship assembly instructions! All soldering is through-hole (relatively easy) but always check your component orientation before soldering!
Kit Includes:

1x MegaShield PCB

11x8-pin Arduino Stackable Header

1x Bright 5mm Green LED

1x Bright 5mm Red LED

2x 330 Ohm resistors

1x Momentary push button

1x 10k resistor

Features:

All Arduino Mega pins are brought to the top level

5V and GND power busses

Power and stat (connected to D13) LEDs

Reset Button brought to top level

Documents:

Protoshield Schematic

Eagle Files

Arduino Home Page

Pan and Tilt Kit (Servos Included)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:42:25 GMT

This kit allows a camera or other device to be moved around with 2 degrees of freedom (pan/yaw and tilt). The image shows a camera mounted on the unit, but this is not included with the kit

Stepper Motor with Cable

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 03:49:24 GMT

This is a simple, but very powerful stepper motor with a 4-wire cable attached.
Features:

Step Angle (degrees) :1.8

2 Phase

Rated Voltage : 12V

Rated Current : 0.33A

Holding Torque : 2.3kg*cm

Documents:

Datasheet

LilyPad Accelerometer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 03:44:18 GMT

This is a three axis accelerometer for the LilyPad system. Based on the ADXL335 accelerometer from Analog Devices, the LilyPad Accelerometer can detect joint movement as well as inclination and vibration.

The ADXL335 outputs a 0V to 3V analog signal on each of the X, Y, and Z axis. You will need to convert this analog voltage to a gravity amount and use trigonometry to calculate a true 'angle'. If you are not looking for tilt, it is very easy to use this sensor for basic motion sensing.

LilyPad is a wearable e-textile technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable!
Dimensions:

20mm outer diameter
Thin 0.8mm PCB
Documents:

Schematic

ADXL335 Datasheet

Eagle files released under the Creative Commons Attribution

Example 3D cube project using a PIC

Lithium Backpack for Mega (Hi-Capacity)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:29:21 GMT

This is the specially designed Lithium BackPack made just for the Arduino Mega.

We're sure you�ve built something cool, which, like any other cool gadget, would be a hundred times cooler if it could be taken more than 10 feet away from the computer. Whether portability is essential to your device or simply a matter of convenience, the Lithium Backpack lets you take your Arduino Mega wherever you go�and have it turn on!

It�s not just about a battery�it�s about power options! As for power, the slim, long-lasting Li-ion battery delivers up to 29 Arduino hours (Arduino on standby) and is mounted on a PCB that fits snugly onto the backside of an Arduino. The board also has a large prototyping space up front for placing a “supporting” circuit underneath the Mega.

What about the options? Well, you can charge it directly through a mini USB port mounted right onto the Backpack, or route it to charge through the core of your device. You can even monitor your own power consumption�try doing that with a standard 9V battery! The Lithium Backpack takes your device to the next level, but it�s not even about that. What would you say if someone gave you a phone or an iPod without a battery? We don�t know about you, but I would ask them why they stole our battery!

Specs

Bare battery PCB matches the size of the Arduino

Extended easy-soldering prototyping space

High Capacity 2200mAh Lithium Ion Battery (29 Standby Arduino Hours)

Rechargeable via Arduino USB

Rechargeable via USB Tybe-B Mini Cable

Supplies regulated 5V and 3.3V

Monitor battery voltage status

Dimensions

L x W = 4.00×2.10 inches (same as the Arduino Mega)

High capacity battery height = 0.498 inches

Tutorials / Blogs

Instruction

Lithium backpack -charging it

10V underwater

FLIR Lithium Backpack

Media

7 Segment Display - Red

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:55:26 GMT

0.8" high 7 segment display in high-efficiency red. One decimal point. Common Anode (+ve pin) connection. Dimensions are 20mm x 27.7mm x 8.4mm. Each segment draws about 10mA with a forward voltage of about 2V.
Pin Designations

PIC-32MX460 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 13:40:57 GMT

The NEW PIC32 32 bit MIPS 4K core processor from Microchip offer speed and performance at low cost. This is entry level board with PIC32MX460F512L microcontroller on it with 512 KB of Flash 32KB RAM, 80Mhz clock, UARTs, PWMs, DMAs. The board have both ICSP and JTAG connectors so it can be programmed with PIC-ICD2 or JTAG tool
FEATURES:

PIC32MX460F512L microcontroller
Audio input
Audio output
USB host
USB device
USB OTG
provisions for MRF24J40MA module
uSD card
Reset Circuit
Power supply
UEXT connector for other Olimex modules like MOD-MP3, MOD-NRF24Lx, MOD-SMB380, MOD-RFID125 etc.
ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-ICD2-POCKET.
JTAG connector
RD232 interface with driver
LCD Nokia 3310 BW 84 x48 pixels
Quartz crystalls 8 Mhz and 32768 Hz
two status LED
Joystick
Reset button
Power plug-in jack with diode bridge can be powered with AC or DC power supply
3.3V voltage regulator
Extension slot on every uC pin
Gird 100 mils
GND bus
Vcc bus
Four mounting holes 3,3 mm (0,13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 135.9x101.6 mm (5.35x4")
DOCUMENTS:

PIC32-MX460.pdf - User manual
HARDWARE:

PIC32-MX460 schematic REV-B
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

PIC32-MX460 Demo software - includes Audio demo, USB device demo. LCD/joystick demo

Bluetooth Dongle - RS232 'Firefly' (RN240M)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 05:10:02 GMT

There are normal Bluetooth dongles, and there is the RN-240. This is a fantastically easy to use device that simply plugs into your existing RS232 port with no USB driver. It has an on-board DIP switch which allows the pairing ID to be set without software. To top it all, the device can be powered from the RS232 port, or through an external power connector built into the dongle housing.

The FireFly serial adapter is the world's smallest, lightest, and most capable Class 2 Bluetooth serial adapter. It enables wireless connections to any legacy serial port and supports bi-directional RS232 or RS422 signalling at a rate of up to 464Kbps. Just attach the FireFly to your device's RS232/EIA232/422 port, plug it in, and you're connected. The transmit range can be up to 330' (100M), depending upon environmental factors.

There are several ways to utilize the FireFly serial adapter:

Direct to a Bluetooth client: The client creates a SPP connection to the unit and uses a virtual COM style interface. Data is sent and received on the client exactly as if a serial cable was connected to a real COM port on the client.
Cable replacement: Utilized in cable replacement when pairing two FireFly with simple dip switches.
Access point mode: FireFly connects via Bluetooth into a BlueLine access point which can then be accessed from any client over the internet or LAN. The FireFly serial port appears as a telnet port on BlueLine and network applications can open up a socket interface to the port.

Click here for the FireFly's technical specifications.

Click here for common questions and answers regarding the FireFly.

Features

Very low power consumption (<10 mA discoverable, 40mA connected, 5mA sniff)

Can be powered by a 9V battery that uses 40mA of power when connected and only 1mA of power in standby

Bluetooth v2.0 compliant (also compatible with 1.2/1.1), FCC, IC, CE certified, RoHS

Class 1 high power radio for long range operation

Easy to use settings via on-board dip switches/li>
Can be powered from pin 9 of serial port if available

RS232 (RN-240M OR RN-240F) or RS422 (RN-422M) driver options

CSR BlueCore04 chip/8Mb flash

Secure and robust link, FHSS, 128 bit encryption, error correction, and guaranteed packet delivery

High speed UART - RS232 interface

UART baud rates from 1200 to 464K

Supports SPP and DUN profiles

Built-in stack/applications, auto-discovery, auto-connect, and instant cable modes

3 status LEDs

4 configuration dip switches

Internal jumpers for DCE/DTE swap

Dimensions: 24mm x 72mm x 15mm

Applications

Wireless cable replacement

Measurement/Monitoring systems

Medical devices

Asset tracking

9 Degrees of Freedom - Razor IMU - AHRS compatible

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 05:25:29 GMT

The 9DOF Razor IMU incorporates three sensors - an ITG-3200 (triple-axis gyro), ADXL345 (triple-axis accelerometer), and HMC5883L (triple-axis magnetometer) - to give you nine degrees of inertial measurement. The outputs of all sensors are processed by an on-board ATmega328 and output over a serial interface. With the work of Jordi Munoz and many others, the 9DOF Razor can become an Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS). This enables the 9DOF Razor to become a very powerful control mechanism for UAVs, autonomous vehicles and image stabilization systems.

The board comes programmed with the 8MHz Arduino bootloader and some example firmware (not AHRS) that demos the outputs of all the sensors. Simply connect to the serial TX and RX pins with a 3.3V FTDI Basic Breakout, open a terminal program to 57600bps and a menu will guide you through testing the sensors. You can use the Arduino IDE to program your code onto the 9DOF, just select the 'Arduino Pro or Pro Mini (3.3v, 8mhz) w/ATmega328' as your board.

The 9DOF operates at 3.3VDC; any power supplied to the white JST connector will be regulated down to this operating voltage. For a wireless solution, it can be connected to the Bluetooth Mate or an XBee Explorer.

Features:

9 Degrees of Freedom on a single, flat board:

ITG-3200 - triple-axis digital-output gyroscope

ADXL345 - 13-bit resolution, ±16g, triple-axis accelerometer

HMC5883L - triple-axis, digital magnetometer

Outputs of all sensors processed by on-board ATmega328 and sent out via a serial stream

Autorun feature and help menu integrated into the example firmware

Output pins match up with FTDI Basic Breakout, Bluetooth Mate, XBee Explorer

3.5-16VDC input

ON-OFF control switch and reset switch

Dimensions:1.1" x 1.6" (28 x 41mm)

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Test Firmware

9DOF AHRS Code Base

9DOF AHRS Updated Code (thanks Sean!)

Datasheet (ITG-3200)

Datasheet (ADXL345)

Datasheet (HMC5883L)

Python Graphic interface

Coin Cell Holder - 24.5mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 05:15:26 GMT

This is a through hole 24.5 mm coin cell holder. This holder fits our rechargeable 24.5mm Lithium Ion coin cell battery. Holds battery in place with friction. Metal housing is +ve, PCB pad underneath is -ve.

Documents: Datasheet

Coin Cell Battery Rechargeable - 24.5mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 05:09:47 GMT

A really cool rechargeable Lithium Ion coin cell battery. The battery is rated for 3.6V @ 110mAh - a great way to run a small embedded project for hours. This battery is a standard CR2450 battery size.

Dimensions: 24.5x5.2mm

Weight: 6.4g

Temperature Range: -20C to +60C

Coin Cell Battery - 20mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:33:35 GMT

CR2032 Lithium Ion 3V 250mAh button cell battery. Great for powering low power processors or blink an LED for weeks at a time.

Dimensions: 20x3.2mm

Coin Cell Holder - 20mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 04:29:57 GMT

Basic 20mm coin cell holder. Posts can be inserted into 0.1" perf board! Holds the common CR2032 type batteries.

Documents: Datasheet

Arduino WiFly Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 12:10:22 GMT

This new version breaks out the PI09, FORCE WAKE, and the hardware reset lines. It also has a different crystal and uses the RN-131C.

The WiFly Shield equips your Arduino the ability to connect to 802.11b/g wireless networks. The featured components of the shield are a Roving Network's RN-131C wireless module and an SC16IS750 SPI-to-UART chip. The SPI-to-UART bridge is used to allow for faster transmission speed and to free up the Arduino's UART.

Power is taken from the Vin pin of your Arduino, regulated to 3.3V, and provided to both the RN-131C and the SC16IS750. You'll communicate with the WiFly Shield over SPI using Arduino digital pins 10-13 (CS, MOSI, MISO, SCLK respectively).

The shield includes the RN-131C, SC16IS750 and their supporting components. The shield also provides a small prototyping area, with 0.1" spaced holes. Headers are not soldered on, we recommend the 6 and 8-pin stackable headers.
Documents:

Schematic

RN-131C Datasheet

RN-131C Reference Guide

SC16IS750 Datasheet

Pitot Tubes

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 06:24:44 GMT

These tubes fit to the dual port pressure sensors we sell. They allow pressure readings to be taken from specific, well defined areas to provide accurate dynamic and static measurements for the calculation of altitude and airspeed.

These extensions are crucial for proper use of the ArduPilot pressure sensor shield.

RFID USB Reader

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:34:26 GMT

The RFID USB Reader is a simple to use, USB to serial base unit for the ID-2, ID-12, and ID-20 readers.

Simply plug a reader into the headers and attach a miniUSB cable. Open a terminal program of your choice at 9600bps 8N1, then scan your 125kHz ID tag and the unique 32-bit ID will be shown on the screen.

The unit is based on a FTDI chip and comes with a read LED and buzzer. This product does not come with the RFID reader module.

Dimensions: 1.4x1.2x0.57"
Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

USB FTDI Drivers for Linux, MAC, and PC

Nike+iPod Serial to USB Adapter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:29:00 GMT

This is a simple USB serial interface to mate with the Nike+iPod product. Use this breakout board to send and receive serial commands to the receiver and listen for individual foot pods. This will allow easy creation of proximity based projects and running/workout research. VCC (3.3V), ground, and iPod TX and RX are brought out to a standard header so that you can connect this board to a microcontroller.

Don't forget to checkout the original tutorial!

We provide a simple example VB program that demonstrates how to initialize the receiver to listen for all foot pods in range and display the raw data including foot pod IDs. Any receiver can hear any foot pod - they don't have to be mated in any way.

Documents:

Schematic
Eagle Files

Example VB Program

Extra VB files (needed if you don't have VB installed)

Button Pad 2x2 - Breakout PCB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:23:08 GMT

This a simple breakout board for the button pads. Each LED and button is brought out to the side connectors. The connectors are soldered to the back side of the PCB. We recommend trimming the connector leads on the button side as short as possible to reduce the deflection of the pad.

Now with footprints for diodes! These can be used to isolate the switches to make for a bit easier decoding.
Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Button Pad 4x4 - LED Compatible

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:18:20 GMT

This is a translucent silicon rubber button pad with 16 buttons originally inspired by the folks at monome.org. Each button has a hole underneath that accepts either a 3mm or 5mm standard LED. The idea is that you can create a button interface of your choice with the ability to display simple colors under each button. Mainly, we wanted to use our tri-color LEDs to create a full RGB color for each button.

16 button pad can be split up into four, 4 button pads. Each button has a conductive circle backing so that a switch can be created with exposed PCB traces. Button force is between 190 and 210grams activation force (nice tactile feel like on your TV remote).

This product is for the white rubber only.

Documents:

Dimensional Drawing

SFE Eagle Library has this part!

Servo Extension Cable (30cm)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:49:52 GMT

30cm long servo extension cable. Female Futuba plug on one end, male on the other.

Arduino ProtoShield Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:46:34 GMT

The Protoshield mates with the Arduino USB board and gives the user a small soldering area, two general LEDs, access to a BlueSMiRF socket, a general pushbutton switch, and most important of all - the Arduino reset switch is brought to the top level.

This comes in kit form and must be soldered together by the end user. Please note - we do not ship assembly instructions! There are a few tutorials on assembly listed below. All soldering is through-hole (relatively easy) but always check your component orientation before soldering!

Our mini breadboard can slot inbetween the two rows of headers for solderless prototyping. It is not inlcuded with this kit.
Kit Includes:

1x Protoshield bare PCB
2x Stackable Headers 6-pin

2x Stackable Headers 8-pin

2x 5mm Basic Yellow LEDs

2x 330 Ohm resistors

1x 10k resistor

2x Momentary push buttons

2x 0.1uF Ceramic Capacitors

Features:

All Arduino pins are brought to the top level

5V, GND, and Raw pins are exposed as well

BlueSMiRF socket for wireless communication between Arduinos

2 general use LEDs

1 general use button

Reset button brought to top level

Documents:

Protoshield Schematic

Assembly Tutorial by Bob Gallup

Arduino Home Page

Geiger Counter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 06:13:59 GMT

This is a USB powered Geiger Counter equipped with an ATMega168 that can be programmed in circuit using one of the programmer below. Simply plug the unit into USB (make sure you have FTDI drivers installed), open a terminal program to the correct COM power at 9600bps, and you will see random bits being generated from the random background radiation.

***This board contains exposed high voltage components. A project box, enclosure, or protection (glue) over the terminals of the large caps and high voltage lines is suggested. An enclosure or protection over the caps is not absolutely necessary, but if you choose not use an enclosure, remember to not to touch any conductive region inside the area marked HIGH VOLTAGE when the Geiger tube is powered ON or if the tube is powered OFF and the bleed button was not hit. Although there is high voltage, the tube only pulls microAmps, so the shock isn't dangerous, but it can destroy one of the pieces of silicon on the board.

Rule of Thumb if not using an enclosure: The bleed button should be hit every time the high voltage power switch is turned from ON to OFF.***

Turning ON:
1) Make sure the Geiger tube power switch is OFF.
2) Plug in a USB cable. The red Power LED should come on and the green Status LED should briefly light.
3) Turn the Geiger tube power switch ON. When the Geiger tube is powered on, do not touch any of the area marked HIGH VOLTAGE.
4) With the Geiger tube powered ON and the USB plugged in, you should occasionally see the status LED blink indicating a radioactive event. You can also open a terminal program at 9600bps and see random bits being generated.

Turning OFF:
1) With the USB cable still plugged in, turn the Geiger tube power switch OFF then hit the Bleed button before unplugging the USB cable and handling the board.

Programming:
1) Make sure the Geiger tube power switch is OFF and the Bleed button has been hit if the tube was previously powered.
2) Plug in a USB cable.
3) Attach an AVR programmer to the 6 pin header. Pin one is located on the bottom edge of the board.
4) Program using the AVR tools of your choice.
Features:

5V@30mA input

LND712 Geiger tube

ATMega168

FTDI USB

Power and status LEDs

TTL output pin from tube

Dimensions: 4.15"x1.75"x1" (without standoffs)

Documents:

Schematic

Example random number generator C code

£20 Gift Voucher

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 07:08:59 GMT

A �20 gift voucher to spend on anything you like from the Cool Components store. Perfect gift for a loved one if you don't know what they need.

Powerline Communication Modem Daughter Board USB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:28:29 GMT

This module plugs into either the narrowband or broadband powerline communication module and allows the user to read and write data via USB from a PC or other device. XP/Vista drivers are provided below.
USB Drivers

Powerline Communication Modem Daughter Board LAN / Web Server

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:16:16 GMT

This module plugs into either the narrowband or broadband powerline communication module allowing TCP/IP access to the data.
The output pins use a 20-pin 2mm spacing layout, which is pin-compatible with XBee modules. Because it's a serial server, a configurable static IP address is used to prevent the IP address from being changed. The IP and serial settings are configurable through the convenient AT commands, detailed in the datasheet.
Features:

3.3V TTL UART

Low power

Fully transparent mode, plug and play out of the box without the need to do any programming

Static IP address

10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet PHY

TCP/IP protocol support

Auto negotiation (Full-duplex and half duplex) support

AT command set, for advanced configuration

Documents:

Datasheet

Powerline Communication Modem Daughter Board RS485

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:07:35 GMT

This module plugs into either the narrowband or broadband powerline communication module, offering RS485 level comms in and out of the unit. The daughter board has a 2 port screw terminal for easy connection to your data line.

Powerline Communication Modem Daughter Board RS232

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:04:09 GMT

This module plugs into either the narrowband or broadband powerline communication module. It provides RS232 level comms in and out of the board. Although the main connection to the PLC-UART module is via the 20 pin DIP connector on the underside of the board, there is a UART level header breakout on the top side for TX, RX and GND.

Powerline Communication Modem PLC-UART-HD

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 14:51:07 GMT

This module can send and receive data at high speeds (5Mbps) across AC or DC power lines. Range is up to 1Km, perfect if you own a mansion, hotel or office block.

The module sports a 20 pin socket that will accept most types of Digi Xbee modules or any of the LinkSprite daughter modules (see below), allowing the data to be take off-board in a number of wireless and wired ways.

Although the device is pretty much 'plug and play', additional configuration is achieved by simple AT commands, and data is subject to full error correction - very useful when someone turns the kettle on and creates a burst of mains noise!

Okay - enough of the waffle - here's the science bit
Features

Fully transparent mode, plug and play coming out of the box without the need to do any programming.
Sends data on UK / US AC power lines, and DC 0 to 400V lines.
5Mbps
OFDM Modulation : (Homeplug 1.0 Compatible)
Built-in error correction codes.
AT commands used for advanced configuration.
3.3V TTL UART, Optional RS232, RS485. USB, Ethernet, Zigbee interfaces
Maximum packet data length : 2000bytes
Transmission distance 300 feets without repeater
Support 256 nodes
Status LEDs : Power Line Activity, system, serial port.
RoHS

On the PLC-UART motherboard, there is a 20-pin socket, users can choose different daughter boards based on the interface needs. The optional daughter modules include

RS232
RS485
USB
Ethernet

In addition, this 20-pin socket is pin-compatible with XBee module from Digi. So a XBee module can also be used on PLC-UART, and PLC-UART will become a powerline communication to Zigbee bridge
Resources

Data Sheet

WiFi Module - RN134 WiFly 802.11 b/g Super Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 13:28:30 GMT

The RN-134 �SuRF� board is a field ready, WiFi certified 802.11 b/g solution. The SuRF board has the flexibility to connect directly to a standard RS232 interface or through the TTL UART interface to embedded systems. The status LEDs and jumpers enable rapid prototyping and integrating into existing systems.

The RN-134 is built upon Roving Networks' RN-131G WiFly-GSX module. The WiFly GSX module incorporates a 2.4GHz radio, processor, full TCP/IP stack, real-time clock, FTP, DHCP, DNS, and web server. The RN-131G is the smallest, lowest power 802.11 b/g module available. The module supports adhoc and enterprise networking modes.

In the simplest configuration the hardware only requires four connections (PWR, TX, RX, GND). In cases where power is available on the RS232 DB9 connector of your application, the RN-134 can be directly wired to create an instant serial to WiFi network link.

Additionally, the analog sensor interface provides direct connections to send temperature, acceleration, and other analog data without requiring additional hardware. The WiFly GSX module is programmed and controlled with a simple ASCII command language. Once the WiFly GSX is setup it can scan to find an access point, associate, authenticate, and connect over any WiFi network.

Developers will want to check out the RN-134-K WiFly development kit. It includes the RN-134 module, RS232 cable with male DB9 connector, null modem, and 9V battery clip. This helpful kit includes everything a developer needs to begin prototyping and designing with the RN-134 module.

Features:

UART interface with RS232 and TTL signaling

Through hole board simplifies system integration

Status LEDs to show network status and data transfer

High throughput, 1Mbps sustained data rate with TCP/IP and WPA2

Ultra-low power (10uA sleep, 50mA Rx, 100mA Tx)

Through hole design with mounting posts

Jumpers for setting adhoc mode

On-board ceramic chip antenna and U.FL connector for external antenna

10 general purpose digital I/O

8 analog sensor interfaces

Real-time clock for wakeup and time stamping

Accepts 3-12VDC

On-board ECOS -OS, TCP/IP stacks

Wi-Fi Alliance certified for WPA2-PSK

FCC / CE/ ICS certified and RoHS compliant.

Applications:

Remote equipment monitoring

Asset tracking and telemetry

Security

Wireless audio

Industrial sensors and controls

Home automation

Medical devices

Resources:

Data Sheet
WiFLY Training Presentation
Schematics
FTP Client mode
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)
More...

AttoPilot Voltage and Current Sense Breakout - 90A

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:13:02 GMT

This is a small voltage and current sense PCB. DC current is determined by measuring a voltage drop across a pair of parallel 1 mOhm shunt resistors, then converted to a final analog voltage output by the TI INA-169. Voltage sense is accomplished by scaling to 3.3V ADC range by a precision resistor divider.

The PCB is supplied without leads or connectors. The pad sizes are large enough to accommodate 12 gauge heavy duty leads (see datasheet) but care must be exercised in soldering. Smaller gauge leads are considerably easier to solder without creating shorts.
Features:

51.8V Max

89.4A Max

Very low zero current offset

Analog output scaled for 3.3V ADC

Self Powered

Dimensions: 4 x 15 x 19mm
Documents:

Datasheet and Schematic

ACS712 Low Current Sensor Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:55:23 GMT

This current sensor gives precise current measurement for both AC and DC signals. These are good sensors for metering and measuring overall power consumption of systems. The ACS712 current sensor measures up to 5A of DC or AC current. We added an opamp gain stage for more sensitive current measurements. By adjusting the gain (from 4.27 to 47) you can measure very small currents.

The ACS712 Low Current Sensor Breakout outputs an analog voltage that varies linearly with sensed current. To calibrate, first set the output offset to the desired level (with zero current on the sense lines, read output with a DVM). Then with a known current input (a 100mA limited supply works well for this), set the output deflection with the gain pot. Sensitivity is then calculated as (Vref - Vdeflect)/(current input).

The bandwidth on the ASC712 Low Current Sensor Breakout has been set to 34Hz to reduce noise when using at high gains. The full 80KHz bandwidth that the sensor is capable of can be recovered by removing C1. See schematic for more details.
Documents:

ACS712 Datasheet

Schematic

WiiChuck Adapter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 05:05:57 GMT

The WiiChuck Adapter is a small PCB that is designed to be inserted into the connector of a Nintendo Wii Nunchuck to provide access to all 4 wires of the remote. The power, ground and two-wire interface of the Nunchuck are all broken out to a 4-pin 0.1" pitch header.

The Wii Nunchuck is loaded with features -- a 2-axis joystick, two buttons and a 3 axis ±2g accelerometer -- and any device capable of I2C can communicate with it! The WiiChuck allows you to interface with the Nunchuck without making a mess and cutting the wires.

Note: This product is a collaboration with Tod E. Kurt. A portion of each sales goes back to them for product support and continued development.

Documents:

WiiChuck Homepage (great tutorials and Arduino library)

5V DC to DC Step Up - 1xAA

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 09:30:50 GMT

This a wonderfully simple 5V power source from Bodhilabs. This unit uses a single AA battery and generates 5V using a DC to DC step up circuit. A jumper is provided on the unit to disconnect power and includes a terminated (right is red) connector. Perfect for all those 5V applications that need to be small, and run on less than 100mA.
Specifications:

Voltage regulation: +5V +/-3%
Typical current: 100mA or less.
Typical ripple: 150mV peak-peak (*) @ 135kHz

TextStar Serial LCD Display

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 14:53:34 GMT

'TextStar' has been designed to be a small, easy to use and adaptable LCD display for connection to a UART or serial-enabled device. It will work at speeds between 2400 and 115200 baud and with both TTL and RS232 level signals - no RS232 conveter required! Built using ultra-thin 'chip-on-glass' (CoG) technology it is supplied in a transparent heat-shrink covering and can be used in a number of different ways, e.g. mounted in an enclosure, held in the hand or even stuck onto surfaces with double-sided/Velcro� tape.

Set-up is extremely simple; there are no DIP switches or jumpers to configure and connecting the module the wrong way will not damage it which means it is ideal for educational and experimental applications. It will also operate with power supplies varying between 3.5 and 20 Volts making it extremely adaptable.

'GraphSmart' Technology A unique feature of the module is its 'GraphSmart' automatic bar graph facility which makes graphical display of data incredibly easy. No need to devise complicated routines in your microcontroller - it can all be done with just two bytes of data - the length of the graph and the percentage to be displayed. The TextStar does the rest!

Incredible Size! TextStar is really thin compared to a typical LCD module. Using Chip-on-Glass technology, surface mount components and 0.8mm thin PCB the TextStar takes up hardly any room in your product or project box! With a maximum thickness of just 6mm, TextStar is the thinnest product of its kind on the market.

Easy Setup! The TextStar is incredibly easy to set up - no jumpers to lose or special programming in your microcontroller. The TextStar can be set up in a few moments using the four tactile buttons - two on each side of the screen. Not only can these buttons be used to set up the screen but they can also be programmed to send user-defined characters back to the host device.

Stick it on! TextStar is so thin that it can be stuck on with Velcro or double-sided tape. This means you can put a display in places you've never been able to fit them before. And if you decide to use the four tactile buttons you can use it as a completely self-contained terminal to control a host device.

Servo Signal Mode TextStar has a special mode for measuring radio control servo signals which - unlike any other product on the market - will measure both the pulse width and frequency. This means that receivers, gyros and other r/c devices can be checked and matched to the appropriate servo. TextStar is compatible with both the standard 1520us and 760us signals and will work with pulse repetition rates of up to 1kHz.

Features

High contrast 16 character by 2 line display
Will work as a simple, easy-to-use serial LCD display
Serial terminal function with four programmable keys
High signal compatibility, no MAX232 required, high or low idle (RS-232 or TTL mode)
R/C servo signal testing function (Normal & Super Servo Modes)
Compatible with the SSC II Mode/Scott Edwards Electronics protocol
16 line virtual screen (stores up to 256 characters of data)
Unique �Auto Bar Graph� facility creates bar graphs with just 4 bytes
Reprogrammable firmware via Microchip� ICSP� port (experts only)
8 programmable characters
Dimensions = 50mm wide x 26mm high x 6mm thick
Weight = 8.6 grams

Resources

Module Data Sheet
Bar Graph Demo

Triple Axis Accelerometer Breakout - ADXL345

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:32:53 GMT

Breakout board for the Analog Device ADXL345. The ADXL345 is a small, thin, low power, 3-axis accelerometer with high resolution (13-bit) measurement at up to �16 g. Digital output data is formatted as 16-bit twos complement and is accessible through either a SPI (3- or 4-wire) or I2C digital interface.
The ADXL345 is well suited to measures the static acceleration of gravity in tilt-sensing applications, as well as dynamic acceleration resulting from motion or shock. Its high resolution (4 mg/LSB) enables measurement of inclination changes less than 1.0�.

Several special sensing functions are provided. Activity and inactivity sensing detect the presence or lack of motion and if the acceleration on any axis exceeds a user-set level. Tap sensing detects single and double taps. Free-fall sensing detects if the device is falling. These functions can be mapped to one of two interrupt output pins. An integrated, patent pending 32-level first in, first out (FIFO) buffer can be used to store data to minimize host processor intervention. Low power modes enable intelligent motion-based power management with threshold sensing and active acceleration measurement at extremely low power dissipation.
Features:

2.0-3.6VDC Supply Voltage

Ultra Low Power: 40uA in measurement mode, 0.1uA in standby@ 2.5V

Tap/Double Tap Detection

Free-Fall Detection

SPI and I2C interfaces

Documents:

Schematic

Datasheet

Example Code (ATmega328)

mbed Example

Tank Track Idler Set (GM)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:24:33 GMT

This four-pack of 8-tooth injection-molded sprockets comes with two idler sprockets (with 1/4" holes) and two sprockets with 7-mm holes for use with for use with Solarbotics GM2, GM3, GM8, and GM9 gearboxes. They are ideal for use with our Tank Track kit and Shoulder Bolt idler axis.

***Please note : In the image the idler sprockets are the wheel shaped items*** The sprockets do not come supplied with tracks, motor/gearboxes.

140-Piece Wire Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:13:53 GMT

This basic set contains 10 pieces of each of 14 different lengths. The small transparent plastic case has 5 compartments. The amount of wire is appropriate for smaller projects.

IR Range Sensor - Connector Cable 12 inch

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:01:38 GMT

Three pin JST connector with red, black, and yellow colors. 12 inch wire outs. This cable comes fully assembled as shown and connects directly to many different Sharp sensors. Quick and easy, this cable will save you 15-20 minutes over making your own wiring harness.

Switch - Mini SPDT Power

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:53:32 GMT

Simple SPDT Switch. Rated at 30V/200mA. The pins have .1" spacing - fits great into a breadboard! Use it as a power switch or general control switch.

Interface Cable for EM401 and EM406 - 1 Foot

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:35:15 GMT

This is an extra long communication cable, 1 foot in length, that mates with the EM406 and EM401. Cut and hack this cable to your needs. Ideal if you have a UAV project where the GPS module may be a distance away from the controller board. Cable has two a 6-pin JST connectors with 1mm pitch. Wired pin 1 to pin 1.

AVR-CAN Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:13:20 GMT

AVR-CAN is inexpensive way to learn AT90CAN128 microcontroller from Atmel. It's in a very compact 60x55mm form, and the presence of both CAN and RS232 allows the user to easily bridge UART and CAN networks. All AVR pins are available on extension connectors and the board can be easy snap-on prototype or other mother board where additional circuits are built.

FEATURES

MCU: AT90CAN128 - 128Kb Flash, 4Kb EEPROM, 4Kb SRAM, 53 GPIO, 32 working registers, a CAN controller, Real Time CLock, four Timer/Counters with PWM, 2 UARTs, Two-wire Serial Interface, an 8-chanel 10-bit ADC, Watchdog Timer, SPI serial port, JTAG interface, five selectable power saving modes
5x2 pin JTAG connector for programming and debugging with AVR-JTAG-L or AVR-JTAG-USB
RS232 DB9 female connector and driver
CAN connector and interface
User button
Status led
16MHz oscillator circuit
32768 Hz oscillator circuit
Reset button and circuit
On board voltage regulator (+5V)
Power supply led
Power supply connector
extension pin headers for each uC pin
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 60x50mm (2.36x1.96")

DOCUMENTS:

AVR-CAN.pdf users manual

HARDWARE:

AVR-CAN schematic
AVR JTAG connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

AVR-CAN Blinking LED demo code (C source and HEX)
AVR_CAN Button read demo code (C source and HEX)
AVR-CAN RS232 demo code (C source and HEX)

Hook-up Wire - Black

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:47:18 GMT

Standard 22 AWG stranded black wire. Use this for soldering wire or any project in which you need flexible wire. Stranded wire is recommended for projects where the wire has a bend or stress point. Comes in small spools of 7.6m.

Tank Track (link+pin)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:36:30 GMT

These miniature tank tracks are great for small, indoor, tracked robots. Each track link is injection-molded from ABS, and the links are held together by 1/16" stainless steel dowel pins. The track is 0.9" wide, and the pins are spaced approximately 0.54" apart. These tank tracks are smooth for operation on one of the most common types of terrain that your robot might encounter: carpet! The picture above shows 5 links.

These tracks are designed to work with our injection-molded sprocket sets.

***PLEASE NOTE - These track/pin combinations are priced individually, but sold in packs of 10 only

Motor - GM9

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 07:17:58 GMT

The perfect motor for medium sized robots.
Features

90 degree shaft
Gear ratio of 143:1
7mm double-flat output shaft (there is no output on the other side)
Built in clutch
Mounting screw holes
Mechanical Specs

Unloaded RPM (3V):40
Unloaded RPM (6V):78
Unloaded Current (3V): 50 mA
Unloaded Current (6V): 52 mA
Stall Current (3V):400 mA
Stall Current (6V):700 mA
Stall Torque (3V): 44.44 in*oz
Stall Torque (6V): 76.38 in*oz
Length (mm):70.50 mm
Width (mm):27.00 mm
Height (mm):23.00 mm
Weight:33.00 g

Antenna - Multi-band GPS/GSM/WiFi

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:46:24 GMT

This is a multi-band antenna covering the cellular, GPS, and WiFi frequency bands. It covers it all! GSM and GPS connectors have normal SMA connectors. WiFi antenna has industry standard RP-SMA connector.

Frequency :

1575.42MHz (GPS)

824 to 894 MHz (GSM)

890 to 960 MHz (GSM)

1710 to 1890 MHz (DCS)

1850 to 1990 MHz (PCS)

2400 to 2483MHz (WiFi)

Gain :

GPS:27 dB

1.7dBi

VSWR : <2.0:1
Dimension :

63mm Diameter

15.6mm Height

3m cable for each antenna

Pan and Tilt Kit (No Servos)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:10:48 GMT

This kit comprises of two brackets and the associated fasteners. When connected to two servos (not supplied), the final assembly allows two degrees of movement. Nearly anything within reason can be mounted on the end of the pan/tilt assembly - Cameras, sensors or maybe a banana.
Resources

View on robot
Lynxmotion Pan and Tilt Assembly Guide

Thumb Joystick

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:59:09 GMT

This is a joystick very similar to the 'analog' joysticks on PS2 (PlayStation 2) controllers. Directional movements are simply two potentiometers - one for each axis. Pots are ~10k each. This joystick also has a select button that is actuated when the joystick is pressed down. Breakout board available here.

PIC USB-STK Prototype Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:49:04 GMT

This starterkit provides a simple and convenient platform from which to develop applications using the USB capabilities of the PIC184550 chip. Pre-written software examples (see below) include:

USB HID mouse which allow you to move the mouse cursor with the four buttons on the board,
USB Mass storage device on SD-MMC card simple adds USB disk to your computer,
USB to RS232 converter

All of these firmware examples can be easily customized and embedded in your next application. Debugging is done through am In-Circuit through ICSP connector, and free available ports are put on EXTension connector.

FEATURES:

ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP, PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-PG1,PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3 or PIC-PG4 and programming and debugging with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY.
USB 2.0 type B connector allows board to be interfaced to PC host.
RS232 connector
SD-MMC connector
Audio In, Audio Out connectors
Status LEDs
Trimmer potentiometer
Four buttons
PIC18F4550-I/P on DIL40 socket
20Mhz Quartz crystal
Reset button
Power plug-in jack with diode bridge : can be powered with AC or DC power supply
5V voltage regulator
Extension slot for the free ports
Four mounting holes 3,3 mm (0,13")
Dimensions 104x76 mm

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-USB-STK.pdf - User manual

HARDWARE:

PIC-USB-STK schematic Rev.A
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

USB bootloader (C source and HEX)
HID Mouse demo (C source and HEX)
Mass Storage device (C source and HEX)
USB RS232 converter (C source and HEX)
PIC-USB-STK demo code (C source and HEX)

LPC1766-STK Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:55:21 GMT

This is a LPC1766 based prototyping board with onboard TFT LCD, USB, ETHERNET, SD/MMC and much more!

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC1766 Cortex M3, 100 Mhz, 256KB Flash, 64KB RAM, Ethernet MAC, USB Host/ Device/OTG, x4 UARTS, CAN, SPI, SSP, I2C, I2S, ADC, DAC, TC
LCD NOKIA 6610 128x128 x12bit color TFT with Epson LCD controller
3-axis digital accelerometer with 11 bit accuracy
temperature sensor
Ethernet 100Mbit
CAN interface and connector
USB host connector
USB device connector
USB OTG connector
two user LEDs
three user buttons
joystick
potentiometer
micro SD/MMC card connector
JTAG and TRACE connectors
power supply
RESET circuit
UEXT connector
Audio IN
Audio OUT
RTC battery
FR-4, 1.5 mm, red soldermask, component print
Dimensions:134.6x101.6mm (5.3 x 4.0")

DOCUMENTS:

LPC1766-STK - user manual
HARDWARE:

LPC-1766STK schematic
SOFTWARE: (available with the board purchase)

Accelerometer Demo - Basic use of I/O, timer, interrupt controllers, LDC module and the on board accelerometer EW-ARM 5.40
Audio Device Class - USB audio device class with one output and one input EW-ARM 5.40
Getting Started - Basic use of I/O, timer and interrupt controllers EW-ARM 5.40
LCD Demo - Basic use of the I/O, timer, interrupt controllers and LDC module for graphic and text drawing EW-ARM 5.40
Mass Storage Class - USB mass storage class with MMC/SD card drive EW-ARM 5.40
Simple periherals - Simple ADC demo, Basic use of ADC, Simple DAC demo, Basic use of DAC, Simple DMA demo, Basic use of DMA, Simple EMAC demo, Basic use of EMAC, Simple EXTINT demo, Basic use of EXTINT, Simple GPIO demo, Basic use of GPIO, Simple RTC demo, Basic use of RTC, Simple SSP demo, Basic use of SSP, Simple Timer demo, Basic use of Timer, Simple UART demo, Basic use of UART, Simple WDT demo, Basic use of WDT EW-ARM 5.40
uIP WEB Server - WEB server application running on the top of the uIP 1.0 TCP-IP stack EW-ARM 5.40
USB Host Demo - USB host masstorage class framework EW-ARM 5.40
USB Mouse - USB HID class (Mouse) EW-ARM 5.40
Virtual COM Port - USB communication device class EW-ARM 5.40

Triple Axis Magnetometer Breakout - HMC5843

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:00:00 GMT

This is a breakout board for Honeywell's HMC5843, a 3-axis digital compass. Communication with the HMC5843 is simple and all done through an I2C interface. There is no on-board regulator, so a regulated voltage of 2.5-3.3VDC should be supplied.

The breakout board includes the HMC5843 sensor and all filtering capacitors as shown. The power and 2-wire interface pins are all broken out to a 0.1" pitch header.
Features:

Simple I2C interface

2.5 to 3.3VDC supply range

Low current draw

7 milli-gauss resolution

Dimensions: 0.5x0.5" (12.7x12.7mm)
Documents:

Schematic

HMC5843 Datasheet

LilyPad Starter Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 04:31:12 GMT

Everything that you need to get up and running with the LilyPad range of sewable, wearable embedded technology. The kit includes a programming lead that plugs directly to the Lilypad main board. The only thing not included are batteries and a sewing needle!

LED Matrix - Serial Interface - Red/Green/Blue

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:10:04 GMT

This is a large sized RGB LED Matrix with a backpack that has been designed to take SPI serial input and display any graphics you pass it. All the refreshing and communication control is taken care of by the backpack. It's even reprogrammable! 7 software selectable colors are available!

Unit comes with a Red/Green/Blue LED Matrix assembled with a RGB Matrix Backpack Controller. Check out the LED Coffee Table tutorial!
Documents:

Matrix Backpack Controller Datasheet

RGB Serial Matrix Firmware

Sample Interface Code

Sample Arduino Sketch

Schematic

Triple Color LED Matrix Datasheet

Example Projects:

Example Software for older RGB Serial Matrix

Example deployment by Nokinomo

Example Project by Mr. Nick Hall
Ladies and Mens Room Mixup by Vanessa Carpenter

Ethernet LED Matrix tutorial by Owen Osborn

Dimensions:

2.38x2.38" square

Max width of backpack including connector pins - 1.1"

Type 1 LED - Green 1 Watt

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:07:31 GMT

The Luxeon 'I' is a hugely bright LED. It consumes around 350mA at peak output. Please don't look directly into it. Available in a variety of colors.

Documents: Luxeon I Datasheet

ADXL345 Accelerometer Eval Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:57:12 GMT

This is an evaluation board for the ADXL345 three-axis accelerometer. The ADXL345 is an awesome little accelerometer, capable of measuring acceleration of up to �16g at up to 13-bit resolution. The evaluation board includes everything you'll need to adjust the ADXL345's settings, and monitor and log its outputs.

The on-board ATmega328 takes care of all the I2C/SPI communication with the ADXL345, and it will also log the x-, y-, and z-axis acceleration values onto a microSD card. The ATmega328 also comes with the Arduino bootloader installed, so it can be reprogrammed via USB using the Arduino IDE. To load code using the Arduino IDE, select 'Lilypad Arduino w/ Atmega328' as the board to be programmed.

The board includes a USB interface, which allows you to read/write any of the ADXL345's registers using a terminal emulator. The default baud rate is 57600bps (8-N-1). The UART pins are also broken out allowing a direct TTL interface with the processor.

Power can be supplied by 2xAA batteries, or with a 3.0-3.3VDC power supply at the VCC/GND pins.

The ADXL345 evaluation board does not include batteries, microSD card or a USB cable.
Features:

ADXL345 triple-axis accelerometer installed

microSD card socket for FAT32/16 data logging

ATmega328 with Arduino bootloader
USB connector for serial communication

2xAA battery sockets to power board

Pre-installed firmware logs ADXL345 outputs and allows you to read/write registers via USB

Dimensions: 2.75x2.70"

Documents:

Source Code

User Guide

Schematic

Eagle Files

Ardupilot Shield V2

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:36:49 GMT

The Ardupilot shield provides pressure (airspeed/altitude) readings for your Ardupilot. It also provides handy attachment point for AttoPilot/FMA sensors and GPS modules.

The shield comes with headers and the connector for sensors, but these are not soldered to the board.
Features

Compact design that matches ArduPilot board.
On-board differential pressure sensor (MPXV5004DP) for airspeed measurement.
Voltage divider to measure battery level (Up to 4 cell LIPO's).
Dedicated port for infrared sensors.
Serial port Multiplexor--eliminates need to unplug GPS when uploading new code or writing to ArduPilot with the FTDI cable.
Supports EM-406 and uBlox+Apdater GPS.
Mirrored Status LED's for Power, Status and GPS Lock.

Bluetooth USB Dongle - Fireplug (RN-USBX)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:00:35 GMT

The Fireplug USB is a powerful and highly compatible USB Bluetooth dongle. It solves the problem plaguing complicated and error filled standard Bluetooth dongles. If you have had a nightmare with cheap and nasty dongles, this is the device that will almost certainly restore your faith in USB Bluetooth.

The device has a built-in DIP switch that allows pairing PINs to be set outside of software

Features

FTDI 232RL chipset installs like a USB to serial cable, no complicated Bluetooth drivers required.
Configured and accessed thru a single Virtual COM port. No GUI, user input, or annoying pincode popups required.
SPP and DUN Bluetooth profiles are supported.
Slave, and multiple Master modes (auto, trigger, DTR) supported.
Wake on Bluetooth connection takes PC out of standby mode.
Small Size: 1.00�W x 2.7�L x 0.30�H
Class 1 high power radio for long range performance.
Auto-recognized and installed by Windows XP.
Also includes drivers for Windows 98/SE, ME, 2000, XP.
System Status, and TX/RX Activity Status LEDs

The FirePlug USB Adapter is latest Bluetooth Version 2.0 Compliant and is compatible with all clients running under Windows�, PalmOS�, PocketPC�, Apple�and other platforms.

Resources

Fireplug USB Adapter Data Sheet
Fireplug Install Guide

Bluetooth Dongle - RS232 'Firefly' (RN240F)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:18:25 GMT

There are normal Bluetooth dongles, and there is the RN-240. This is a fantastically easy to use device that simply plugs into your existing RS232 port with no USB driver. It has an on-board DIP switch which allows the pairing ID to be set without software. To top it all, the device can be powered from the RS232 port, or through an external power connector built into the dongle housing.

The FireFly serial adapter is the world's smallest, lightest, and most capable Class 2 Bluetooth serial adapter. It enables wireless connections to any legacy serial port and supports bi-directional RS232 or RS422 signalling at a rate of up to 464Kbps. Just attach the FireFly to your device's RS232/EIA232/422 port, plug it in, and you're connected. The transmit range can be up to 330' (100M), depending upon environmental factors.

There are several ways to utilize the FireFly serial adapter:

Direct to a Bluetooth client: The client creates a SPP connection to the unit and uses a virtual COM style interface. Data is sent and received on the client exactly as if a serial cable was connected to a real COM port on the client.
Cable replacement: Utilized in cable replacement when pairing two FireFly with simple dip switches.
Access point mode: FireFly connects via Bluetooth into a BlueLine access point which can then be accessed from any client over the internet or LAN. The FireFly serial port appears as a telnet port on BlueLine and network applications can open up a socket interface to the port.

Click here for the FireFly's technical specifications.

Click here for common questions and answers regarding the FireFly.

Features

Very low power consumption (<10 mA discoverable, 40mA connected, 5mA sniff)

Can be powered by a 9V battery that uses 40mA of power when connected and only 1mA of power in standby

Bluetooth v2.0 compliant (also compatible with 1.2/1.1), FCC, IC, CE certified, RoHS

Class 1 high power radio for long range operation

Easy to use settings via on-board dip switches/li>
Can be powered from pin 9 of serial port if available

RS232 (RN-240M OR RN-240F) or RS422 (RN-422M) driver options

CSR BlueCore04 chip/8Mb flash

Secure and robust link, FHSS, 128 bit encryption, error correction, and guaranteed packet delivery

High speed UART - RS232 interface

UART baud rates from 1200 to 464K

Supports SPP and DUN profiles

Built-in stack/applications, auto-discovery, auto-connect, and instant cable modes

3 status LEDs

4 configuration dip switches

Internal jumpers for DCE/DTE swap

Dimensions: 24mm x 72mm x 15mm

Applications

Wireless cable replacement

Measurement/Monitoring systems

Medical devices

Asset tracking

Real Time Clock Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:27:27 GMT

This a custom designed module for the DS1307 Real Time Clock. The module comes fully assembled. The included Lithium coin cell battery (CR1225 41mAh) will run the module for a minimum of 9 years (17 years typical) without external 5V power. The DS1307 is accessed via the I2C protocol - it's very easy to do, especially via an Arduino.
Features:

Two wire I2C interface

Hour : Minutes : Seconds AM/PM

Day Month, Date - Year

Leap year compensation

Accurate calendar up to year 2100

Battery backup included

1Hz output pin

56 Bytes of Non-volatile memory available to user

Dimensions: 0.75x0.75" (20x20mm)
Documents:

RTC Module Schematic

RTC Module Dimensional Drawing

DS1307 Datasheet

Software:

Example 16F88 code

Arduino Tutorial. Thanks John Vaughters!
Arduino Tutorial in Portuguese. Thanks Daniel Gon�alves!

ZIF Socket 40-Pin 0.6 inch

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 03:04:50 GMT

This is a high-quality, easy to use 40 pin ZIF socket that is 0.6" wide with gold-plated contacts. Compatible with 0.3" up to 0.6" wide ICs up to 40-pins. Makes for easy connecting or programming to many DIP ICs. High conductivity terminals create solid connections. Armature makes it easy to open and close socket.

Battery Holder - 4xAA Square

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:36:29 GMT

Simple 4 Cell AA Battery holder with 5" tinned leads, square configuration.

Serial Enabled 16x2 LCD - Black on Green 5V

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:32:35 GMT

This is the latest evolution of SparkFun's serial LCD. Included on a single board is a 16x2 LCD and an embedded circuit based around a PIC 16F88. The on-board PIC takes a TTL serial input and prints the characters it receives onto the LCD. The installed firmware also allows for a number of special commands so you can clear the screen, adjust the backlight brightness, turn the display on/off, and more.

Communication with SerLCD requires 5V TTL serial at a default baud rate of 9600bps (8-N-1). You can adjust the baud to any standard rate between 2400 and 38400bps. The power (VDD), ground (GND) and RX pins are all broken out to both a 0.1" pitch header as well as a 3-pin JST connector.

SerLCD has the ability to dim the backlight to conserve power if needed. There is also a potentiometer on the back of the display to adjust the contrast.
Features:

Embedded PIC 16F88 utilizes onboard UART for greater communication accuracy

Adjustable baud rates of 2400, 4800, 9600 (default), 14400, 19200 and 38400

Operational Backspace

Greater processing speed at 10MHz

Incoming buffer stores up to 80 characters

Backlight transistor can handle up to 1A

Pulse width modulation of backlight allows direct control of backlight brightness and current consumption

All surface mount design allows a backpack that is half the size of the original

Faster boot-up time

Boot-up display can be turned on/off via firmware

User definable splash screen

Dimensions:

PCB: 103x36mm

LCD: 71.4x26.4mm

Documents:

SerLCD v2.5 Datasheet

SerLCD v2 Schematic

Source Code

Wire Strippers 30AWG

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:43:10 GMT

These are good quality 6" wire strippers with 6 gauge settings. They strip 30AWG wire wrap wire nicely as well as the standard 22AWG hook up wire. Features:

30, 28, 26, 24, 22, 20 AWG settings
0.25, 0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 0.6, 0.8 mm settings

Wire Cutters - Mini Diagonal

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:39:18 GMT

Good quality snips, for trimming, cutting and snipping. Red rubberized foam handle grips. Spring loaded handle return. About 10cm long.

GS407 Helical 50 Channel GPS Receiver

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 05:34:28 GMT

Combine the u-Blox chipset with Sarantel's powerful SL1206 helical antenna and you get the impressively sensitive GS407. Whether this receiver is in your pocket or under your car seat, you are likely to pick up a rock solid GPS signal.

Features:

u-Blox 5H chipset
Sarantel omni-directional Geo-helix SL1206 active antenna

4Hz Update rate

Fifty satellite tracking channels for fast acquisition

Supports UBX data protocol at 9600bps

Filtering effect of the antenna gives high immunity to RF interference

Wide antenna Beam width

Low power: 3.3V @ 75mA

Time to fix:

Hot start: <1 second
Warm start: 29

Cold start: 29

Dimensions:

Length (with antenna) 47.1mm

Width: 22.9mm

Weight: 16g

Documents:

GS407 Datasheet

U-Blox 5 Protocol Specification

Header Row (Socket/Female)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:53:25 GMT

A row of 30 pin sockets with a 0.1 inch pitch. These are easy to break or cut into smaller sections, and ideal to use on boards that do not already have connectors fitted.
Specs

30 Way
0.1" (2.54mm) pitch
Contact Material:Copper / Tin
Contact Plating:Gold
Contact Resistance:10mohm
Current Rating:1.5A
Proof Voltage:1000V
Voltage Rating DC:60V
*Please note, for insertion at the female end, these connectors will not accept the wire ends of the Male to Male or Female to Male jumper wires without a small amount of solder to mechanically secure them.

Bluetooth Module - RN41

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:38:20 GMT

This module from Roving Networks is powerful, small, and very easy to use. This Bluetooth module is designed to replace serial cables. The Bluetooth^�stack is completely encapsulated. The end user just sees serial characters being transmitted back and forth. Press the 'A' character from a terminal program on your computer and an 'A' will be pushed out the TX pin of the Bluetooth^� module.
Features:

Fully qualified Bluetooth^�module

FCC Certified

Fully configurable UART

UART Data rates up to 3Mbps

Over air data rate of 721kbps to 2.0Mbps

Low power sleep mode

Compatible with all Bluetooth^�products that support SPP (almost all do)

Includes support for BCSP, DUN, LAN, GAP SDP, RFCOMM, and L2CAP protocols

3.3V operation

Status pin

Bluetooth^�Technology v2.0 compatible

Class 1 power output

Documents:

RN-41 Datasheet

RN-41 AT Command Set

WiFi Module Eval Kit (RS232)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:21:13 GMT

This helpful kit put together by Roving Networks includes everything a developer needs to begin prototyping and designing with Roving Networks RN-134 WiFly WiFi module. The pack consists of :

RN-134 module (described below)
RS232 cable with male DB9 connector
Null modem
9V battery clip

The RN-134 �SuRF� board is a field ready, WiFi certified 802.11 b/g solution. The SuRF board has the flexibility to connect directly to a standard RS232 interface or through the TTL UART interface to embedded systems. The status LEDs and jumpers enable rapid prototyping and integrating into existing systems.

The RN-134 is built upon Roving Networks' RN-131G WiFly-GSX module. The WiFly GSX module incorporates a 2.4GHz radio, processor, full TCP/IP stack, real-time clock, FTP, DHCP, DNS, and web server. The RN-131G is the smallest, lowest power 802.11 b/g module available. The module supports adhoc and enterprise networking modes.

In the simplest configuration the hardware only requires four connections (PWR, TX, RX, GND). In cases where power is available on the RS232 DB9 connector of your application, the RN-134 can be directly wired to create an instant serial to WiFi network link.

Additionally, the analog sensor interface provides direct connections to send temperature, acceleration, and other analog data without requiring additional hardware. The WiFly GSX module is programmed and controlled with a simple ASCII command language. Once the WiFly GSX is setup it can scan to find an access point, associate, authenticate, and connect over any WiFi network.
Resources

WiFly 'SuRF' Datasheet / Manual

WiFly 131G Module Command Reference

Offset Stackable Header - 8 Pin

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:02:45 GMT

This is a 8-pin female header, with extra long legs that are slightly offset. The offset helps correct for the weird 0.16" spacing between the two 8-pin headers on the digital side of an Arduino. Stick this and an 8-pin Stackable Header on an Arduino and D7 and D8 pins will be spaced by a more standard 0.2". This allows you to then use a standard perf board stacked on top of the Arduino.
Pins are spaced by 0.1".

Documents:

Arduino Offset Header Explained

Compass Module - HMC6343 with Tilt Compensation

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 06:32:30 GMT

The HMC6343 is a solid-state compass module with tilt compensation from Honeywell. The HMC6343 has three axis of magneto, three axis of accelerometer, and a PIC core running all the calculations. What you get is a compass heading over I2C that stays the same even as you tilt the board. Solid-state (and many classic water based) compasses fail badly when not held flat. The tilt compensated HMC6343 is crucial for those real-world compass applications. Who says robots have to stay flat?
Features:

I2C interface
2 degree heading accuracy
All in one compass solution
Compass heading and tilt outputs
Dimensions: 0.8x0.8"
Documents:

Datasheet
Example PIC code

Camera Module - Serial JPEG RS232

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 06:45:12 GMT

The uCAM (microCAM) is a highly integrated serial camera module which can be attached to any host system that requires a video camera or a JPEG compressed still camera for embedded imaging applications.

The module uses an OmniVision CMOS VGA colour sensor along with a JPEG compression chip that provides a low cost and low powered camera system. The module has an on-board serial interface (RS232 levels) that is suitable for a direct connection to any host controller or a PC system with a COM port.

User commands are sent using a simple serial protocol that can instruct the camera to send low resolution (160x120 or 80x60) single frame raw images for a quick viewing or high resolution (640x480 or 320x240) JPEG images for storage or viewing.

The uCAM comes in a compact form factor with a built in lens and a connector that provides easy access to both power and serial data.
Features

Small size, low cost and low powered camera module for embedded imaging applications.
5.0V DC Supply @64mA.
On-board EEPROM provides a command-based interface to external host via RS-232 serial link.
UART: up to 115.2Kbps for transferring JPEG still pictures or 160x128 preview images with 0.75fps.
On board OmniVision OV7640/8 VGA colour sensor and JPEG CODEC for various resolutions.
Built-in down sampling, clamping and windowing circuits for VGA, QVGA, 160x120 or 80x60 image resolutions.
Built-in colour conversion circuits for 2-bit gray, 4-bit gray, 8-bit gray, 12-bit RGB, 16-bit RGB or standard JPEG preview images.
No external DRAM required.
Applications

General purpose embedded imaging and control.
Security systems.
Access Control systems.
Elevator and Remote monitoring.
Robot vision, object detection and recognition.
Industrial control.
Automotive.
Medical systems.
Smart Home systems.
Video intercoms.
Electronic Toys and Learning syst
Resources

uCam Data Sheet

uCam Test Software

Camera Module - Serial JPEG TTL

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 05:55:09 GMT

The uCAM (microCAM) is a highly integrated serial camera module which can be attached to any host system that requires a video camera or a JPEG compressed still camera for embedded imaging applications.
The module uses an OmniVision CMOS VGA colour sensor along with a JPEG compression chip that provides a low cost and low powered camera system. The module has an on-board Serial interface (TTL levels) that is suitable for a direct connection to any host micro-controller UART.
User commands are sent using a simple serial protocol that can instruct the camera to send low resolution (160x120 or 80x60) single frame raw images for a quick viewing or high resolution (640x480 or 320x240) JPEG images for storage or viewing.
The uCAM comes in a compact form factor with a built in lens and a 4-wire connector that provides easy access to both power and serial data.
Please note each unit comes with a connector.

Features

Small size, low cost and low powered camera module for embedded imaging applications.
3.3V DC Supply @62mA.
On-board EEPROM provides a command-based interface to external host via TTL levels serial link.
UART: up to 115.2Kbps for transferring JPEG still pictures or 160x128 preview images with 0.75fps.
On board OmniVision OV7640/8 VGA colour sensor and JPEG CODEC for various resolutions.
Built-in down sampling, clamping and windowing circuits for VGA, QVGA, 160x120 or 80x60 image resolutions.
Built-in colour conversion circuits for 2-bit gray, 4-bit gray, 8-bit gray, 12-bit RGB, 16-bit RGB or standard JPEG preview images.
No external DRAM required.

Applications

General purpose embedded imaging and control.
Security systems.
Access Control systems.
Elevator and Remote monitoring.
Robot vision, object detection and recognition.
Industrial control.
Automotive.
Medical systems.
Smart Home systems.
Video intercoms.
Electronic Toys and Learning systems.
Resources

Datasheet
uCam test software

Servo - Full Rotation

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 03:03:16 GMT

This is a simple, high quality continuous full-rotation servo motor. A standard 3-pin power and control cable is attached and all hardware shown is included.

Features:

Continuous 360� rotation

Rest point adjustment

Operating voltage: 4.8-6.0VDC

Top operating speed: 60-70RPM (4.8-6.0VDC respectively)

Torque: 3.3-4.8 kg/cm (4.8-6.0VDC respectively)

4 plastic gears + 1 metal gear

Double ball bearing

Dimension:

42 x 39.5 x 22.5mm

Wire length: 30cm

Weight: 44g

Documents:

Datasheet

LS20031 GPS Module (10Hz)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 02:52:17 GMT

The LS20031 GPS receiver (10Hz) offers blazing fast performance at an affordable price. 10 updates every second including position, heading and speed information. Excellent for use with fast moving mobile platforms like UAVs, the module includes an embedded antenna and GPS receiver circuits. The receiver is based on the proven technology found in LOCOSYS 66 channel GPS SMD type receivers that use MediaTek chip solution.

Please note : Because of the amount of information this unit is pumping out every second, it uses a 115200 baudrate datastream. Your application MCU or PC port must be able to handle this speed.

The unit offers the following NMEA data sets : GGA, GLL, GSV, GSA, RMC, GSV

The GPS smart antenna will track up to 66 satellites at a time while providing fast time-to-first-fix, one-second navigation update and low power consumption. It can provide you with superior sensitivity and performace even in urban canyon and dense foliage environments. The capabilities meet the sensitivity requirements of car navigation as a well as other location-based applications.

Note: Unit does not contain a connector. There are 5 bare pads you can solder to.

MediaTek MT3329 solution

10Hz output

115200bps TTL serial interface

3.3V @ 29mA

66 Channel GPS

Fast TTFF at low signal level

Up to 10Hz update rate

Capable of SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS)

Built-in micro battery to preserve system data for rapid satellite acquisition

LED indicator for fix or no fix

Documents: (Please note this is a custom product, so the datasheet only shows details for the 5Hz version, not the 10Hz version. All specs are the same, apart from baud rate and updates per second)

Datasheet

Example Configuration from DIYDrones

Antenna 2.4GHz Duck RP-SMA

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:29:51 GMT

2.4GHz Duck Antenna 2.2dBi with Reverse Polarized - SMA RF connector. Perfect for prototyping with our RF ICs. 50 ohm impedance. 4" long. The FCC is moving towards Part 15 compliance. All this means is that all the SMA RF connectors are changing gender. Really annoying for those of us who need to mate an antenna to an RF device. The FCC gender change was instituted to prevent home users from damaging RF equipment (think home WiFi) when screwing on an antenna. If all antennas are female, there is no way to damage the center connector. However, you have to be very sure now what kind of SMA connector you need.

XBee 2mW Module with Chip Antenna (Series ZB)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:49:04 GMT

This is the new 2.4GHz XBee XB24-Z7CIT-004 module from Digi (formally Maxstream). Series ZB improves on the power output and data protocol. These modules take the 802.15.4 stack (the basis for Zigbee) and wrap it into a simple to use serial command set. These modules allow a very reliable and simple communication between microcontrollers, computers, systems, really anything with a serial port! Point to point and multi-point networks are supported.

Please Note: Series 1, Series 2.5 and Series ZB Xbee modules have the same pin-out. However none of the series can communicate with each other. Despite this, XBee and XBee-PRO ZB Modules are compatible with other devices that use XBee "ZB" technology. These include ConnectPort X gateways, XBee and XBee-PRO Adapters, XBee Wall Routers, XBee Sensors, and other products when designated with the "ZB" product name. Devices that do not have the "ZB" product name, including Digi's line of DigiMesh and 802.15.4 XBee products, are not compatible with XBee and XBee-PRO ZB Modules.
Features:

3.3V @ 40mA

250kbps Max data rate

2mW output (+3dBm)

400ft (120m) range

Built-in antenna

Fully FCC certified

6 10-bit ADC input pins

8 digital IO pins

128-bit encryption

Local or over-air configuration

AT or API command set

Documents:

Digi XBee Series ZB Page

Datasheet

Dimensional Drawings
SFE Eagle Library has this part!

We recommend the book Building Wireless Sensor Networks for explanation and practice of using XBee modules to build networks.

Xbee 2mW Module with Whip Antenna (Series ZB)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:45:20 GMT

This is the new 2.4GHz XBee XB24-Z7WIT-004 module from Digi (formally Maxstream). Series ZB improves on the power output and data protocol. These modules take the 802.15.4 stack (the basis for Zigbee) and wrap it into a simple to use serial command set. These modules allow a very reliable and simple communication between microcontrollers, computers, systems, really anything with a serial port! Point to point and multi-point networks are supported.

Please Note: Series 1, Series 2.5 and Series ZB Xbee modules have the same pin-out. However none of the series can communicate with each other. Despite this, XBee and XBee-PRO ZB Modules are compatible with other devices that use XBee "ZB" technology. These include ConnectPort X gateways, XBee and XBee-PRO Adapters, XBee Wall Routers, XBee Sensors, and other products when designated with the "ZB" product name. Devices that do not have the "ZB" product name, including Digi's line of DigiMesh and 802.15.4 XBee products, are not compatible with XBee and XBee-PRO ZB Modules.
Features:

3.3V @ 40mA

250kbps Max data rate

2mW output (+3dBm)

400ft (120m) range

Built-in antenna

Fully FCC certified

6 10-bit ADC input pins

8 digital IO pins

128-bit encryption

Local or over-air configuration

AT or API command set

Documents:

Digi XBee Series ZB Page

Datasheet

Dimensional Drawings
SFE Eagle Library has this part!

We recommend the book Building Wireless Sensor Networks for explanation and practice of using XBee modules to build networks.

Remote Monitoring Pack

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 06:16:28 GMT

This kit allows the user to monitor sensors anywhere on the earth where there is a mobile signal. Data can be transmitted in a burst once a time period (hour / day / month), or the unit can respond to SMS text message interrogation. The kit can take 14 digital inputs or 8 digital and 6 analogue inputs.

A micro SD breakout board is also included so that large amounts of data can be stored locally before the unit goes into transmit mode.

The unit can also be used to trigger actions by remote - or to pass data onto another device

The possibilities are limitless, and this device, deployed on a large scale could save users large amounts of money, time, and carbon emissions.

The kit is provided without software, as this will vary from application to application.

Please note, when in transmit mode, the cellular module can require 2A peak. This means you should power this unit with a suitable power supply on-site

u.FL to SMA connector lead

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 03:26:36 GMT

This lead has a u.FL RF connector on one end and a SMA RF screw connector on the other. Please note SMA does NOT mean RP-SMA. The lead is 10cm long.

Breadboard Power Supply Stick 5V/3.3V

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 10:00:28 GMT

This is a very simple board that takes a 6-12V input voltage and outputs a selectable 5V or 3.3V regulated voltage. All headers are 0.1" pitch for simple insertion into a breadboard.

Input power can be supplied to either the DC barrel jack or the two pin header labeled + and -. Output power is supplied to the pins labeled GND and VCC. Board has both an On/Off switch and a voltage select switch (3.3V/5V).

Check out Sparkfun's Unregulated Power Supply Tutorial!

Features:

6-12V input voltage via barrel jack or 2-pin header

3.3V or 5V regulated output voltage

ON/OFF switch

Output voltage select switch

Power status LED

PTC fuse protected power

Documents:Schematic

Dimensions: 2.15x0.65"

Stepper Motor Driver A4983 Carrier with Voltage Regulators

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 07:43:57 GMT

The A4983 stepper motor driver carrier with voltage regulators is a breakout board for Allegro�s easy-to-use A4983 microstepping bipolar stepper motor driver. The board has two voltage regulators (5 V and 3.3 V), eliminating the need for separate logic and motor supplies. The driver features adjustable current limiting and five different microstep resolutions. It operates from 8 � 35 V and can deliver up to 2 A per coil.
This product is a carrier board or breakout board for Allegro’s A4983 DMOS Microstepping Driver with Translator; we therefore recommend careful reading of the A4983 datasheet (368k pdf) before using this product. This stepper motor driver lets you control one bipolar stepper motor at up to 2 A output current per coil. Here are some of the driver’s key features:

Simple step and direction control interface

Five different step resolutions: full-step, half-step, quarter-step, eighth-step, and sixteenth-step

Adjustable current control lets you set the maximum current output with a potentiometer

Intelligent chopping control that automatically selects the correct current decay mode (fast decay or slow decay)

Over-temperature thermal shutdown, under-voltage lockout, and crossover-current protection

This carrier has reverse power protection on the main power input and built-in 5 V and 3.3 V voltage regulators that eliminate the need for separate logic and motor supplies and let you control the driver with microcontrollers powered at 5 V or 3.3 V.

Included Hardware

The A4983 stepper motor driver carrier with voltage regulators comes with one 1×14-pin breakaway 0.1" male header and one 1×8-pin breakaway 0.1" male header. The headers can be soldered in for use with solderless breadboards. You can also solder your motor leads and other connections directly to the board.

Power connections

The driver requires a logic supply voltage (3 – 5.5 V) to be connected across the VDD and GND pins and a motor supply voltage of (8 – 35 V) to be connected across VMOT and GND. The logic voltage can be supplied by jumpering the output of the 5 V or 3 V voltage regulator outputs to VDD. There are also surface-mount pads that allow VDD selection to be made by making a solder bridge across the appropriate pads. The power supply should be capable of delivering the expected currents (peaks up to 4 A for the motor supply).

Step (and microstep) size

Stepper motors typically have a step size specification (e.g. 1.8° or 200 steps per revolution), which applies to full steps. A microstepping driver such as the A4983 allows higher resolutions by allowing intermediate step locations, which are achieved by energizing the coils with intermediate current levels. For instance, driving a motor in quarter-step mode will give the 200-step-per-revolution motor 800 microsteps per revolution by using four different current levels.

The resolution (step size) selector inputs (MS1, MS2, MS3) enable selection from the five step resolutions according to the table below. MS1, MS2 and MS3 all have internal 100kΩ pull-down resistors. For the microstep modes to function correctly, the current limit must be set low enough (see below) so that current limiting gets enganged. Otherwise, the intermediate current levels will not be correctly maintained, and the motor will effectively operate in a full-step mode.

MS1 MS2 MS3 Microstep Resolution

Low Low Low Full step

High Low Low Half step

Low High Low Quarter step

High High Low Eighth step

High High High Sixteenth step

Control inputs

Each pulse to the STEP input corresponds to one microstep of the stepper motor in the direction selected by the DIR pin. The chip has three different inputs for controlling its many power states: RST, SLP, and EN. For details about these power states, see the datasheet.

Current limiting

To achieve high step rates, the motor supply is typically much higher than would be permissible without active current limiting. For instance, a typical stepper motor might have a maximum current rating of 1 A with a 5Ω coil resistance, which would indicate a maximum motor supply of 5 V. Using such a motor with 12 V would allow higher step rates, but the current must actively be limited to under 1 A to prevent damage to the motor.

The A4983 supports such active current limiting, and the trimmer potentiometer on the board can be used to set the current limit. An easy way to set the current limit is to put the driver into full-step mode and to measure the supply current to the board without clocking the STEP input. The measured current will be 1.4 times the current limit (since both coils are always on and limited to 70% in full-step mode).

Another way to set the current limit is to measure the voltage on the REF pin and to calculate the resulting current limit (the current sense resistors are 0.05Ω).

Schematic Diagram

Schematic diagram of the md09a A4983 stepper motor driver carrier with regulators.

uLog - Tiny Logger

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:47:27 GMT

The uLog is a tiny analog logging device. Central to the logger is an ATtiny24 mated with an AT45DB161D 16Mbit flash IC. Sampling at 50Hz, it�ll log 3 channels of 10-bit ADC for about 2 hours before the memory fills up.

Very stripped down and simple to use: at power up it determines if a UART line is attached. If there is, it spits out a �?� and waits for user input. There are only 2 commands: �r� for read and �e� for erase. Erasing the flash sets all addresses to 0xFFFF, and reading dumps all the data up to the first 0xFFFF. If there�s no UART line attached it starts sampling.

If connecting with a FT232 breakout boards, all you need is TX, RX and ground. If using an RS232 shifter board you will also need to connect 3.3V.

The power input is a 2-pin JST connector, which works well with our LiPo batteries, and it draws just 4mA with an ADXL320 attached. An ON/OFF switch is also included.

There are so many uses for this device! Sparkfun strapped it to a rocket while it logged the analog output of an ADXL321 accelerometer.
Features:

AT45DB161D provides 16 Mbits of flash

Up to 3-channel ADC logging

Access to ATtiny24 SPI pins

Simple-to-use UART (38400 baud) interface for reading and erasing flash

Dimensions:

Size: 0.9x0.7"

Weight: 8.07g

Documents:

Schematic

Source Code

USB to Serial TTL Cable (OEM FTDI Cable)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:36:49 GMT

This cable is a USB to Serial (TTL level) converter cable. It's identical functionally to the FTDI Cable. It's one of the easiest ways to connect a TTL interface device to USB. and fits directly to many boards including the Lilypad mainboard.

The cable uses FTDI's FT232R chip, which is powerful and well documented. The device is housed inside the USB 'A' connector and is terminated at the end of a 1.8 meter cable (6 foot) with a 0.1" pitch header socket which provided access to transmit (Tx), receive (Rx), RTS# and CTS#. These lines all operate at 3.3V levels. Also brought out on the header are VCC (5V) and GND. It is marked as FCC and CE approved.
Features include:

6 way 0.1� header connector (Tx, Rx, RTS#, CTS#, VCC, and GND).

Fully compatible with existing legacy COM port software.

FTDI�s royalty-free VCP drivers allow for communication as a standard COM port and D2XX �direct� drivers provide DLL application programming interface.

Data transfer rates from 300 Baud to 3 Mega Baud at TTL levels.

UART interface support for 7 or 8 data bits, 1 or 2 stop bits and odd/even/mark/space/ no parity.

Fully assisted hardware (RTS#/CTS#) or X-On/X-Off software handshaking.

3.3V CMOS drive outputs and 5V safe TTL inputs makes the TTL-232R easy to interface to 3.3V devices.

Support for FT232R FTDIChip-ID� feature.

5V output allow devices to be powered from the USB port.

Low USB bandwidth consumption.

USB 2.0 Full Speed compatible

Connect to a PC via USB �A� plug on 1.80 meter (6 foot) cable.

Pin Out

(Black) GND
(Grey)CTS#
(Red)VCC (5V)
(Orange)TXD
(Yellow)RXD
(Green)RTS#
Old Version Pin Out

(Blue) GND
(Brown)CTS#
(Purple)VCC
(Orange)TXD
(Yellow)RXD
(Green)RTS#
Resources

VCP Drivers

D2XX Drivers

Jumper Wires - Male to Female

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 08:23:47 GMT

These are 155mm long jumpers terminated as male to female. Use these to jumper from any male or female header on any board. Multiple jumpers can be installed next to one another on a 0.1" header. Comes as 1 package of ten jumpers.

Dimensions: 155mm +/-5mm long

USB Weather Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:22:55 GMT

Got weather? This board can handle it. The USB Weather Board includes onboard sensors for barometric pressure, humidity, temperature, and light level. Headers have also been added in the new version so you can connect the board to weather meters (not included), adding sensors for wind speed, wind direction, and rainfall. You can send all this data to a computer or datalogger via mini-USB cable, TTL serial (3.3V), or wirelessly via Bluetooth or XBee (not included). Finally, the board is Arduino-compatible for easy customization.

This board has a wealth of headers for various sensor and communication connections. Check the related items below for the appropriate connecting hardware. Our weather meters can be connected to the weather board with the addition of RJ11 connectors. Wireless communication can be achieved through either Bluetooth, by the addition of 0.1" headers and a BlueSMiRF radio, or Zigbee by addition of an XBee radio and the appropriate XBee sockets.

Features:

Arduino compatible (3.3V 8MHz ATmega 328)

On-board sensors for Barometric pressure, Relative humidity, Ambient light and Temperature.

Headers to connect Weather Meters, BlueSMiRF Bluetooth modem, XBee radio (not included)

3.7-12VDC power can be supplied by USB, LiPo battery (JST connector), or other external source.

Default serial output: 9600bps 8N1

Default measurement rate of 1Hz

Stock firmware allows you to choose between multiple units and output formats.

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

USB Weather Board V3 Datasheet

Datasheet (BMP085)

Datasheet (SHT15)

Datasheet (TEMT6000)

Firmware v1.0

USB A to mini B Cable

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:06:40 GMT

This is a USB 2.0 type A to miniB 5-pin cable. It is 6 feet in length, and uses quality 28AWG wire, which is thicker than lower quality cables.
This is the most common A to mini-B type connector commonly found with USB Hubs, Cameras, MP3 players, etc. The mini connector will mate with our mini USB SMD socket.

Blackberry Trackballer Breakout Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 03:33:37 GMT

This is a breakout board for the Blackberry Trackball. The four spindles on the trackball have a tiny circular magnet the end; each of these are paired with an SMD hall effect sensor, which are used to measure up, down, left and right movements of the trackball. An SMD momentary switch is placed under the trackball to give you a select switch. The BTN line will be pulled low when the switch is pressed.

Also included on the Trackballer are 4 LEDs: red, blue, green and white. These can be powered to light the clear trackball up with any colour you can imagine.

All features are broken out to a 0.1" pitch header. Regulated, 2.5-5.25VDC power must be provided to power the Hall sensors. The trackball is attached with strong CA glue. Board comes as shown, with all components populated.

The hall-effect sensors and trackball combo are surprisingly sensitive. A slight roll of the trackball creates multiple high/low transitions on the four axis pins, easily picked up by any microcontroller. A 360� rotation of the trackball, along a single axis, will result in about 9 high/low transitions.

Features:

Center select button

360� direction

Hall effect sensors measure up/down/left/right movements of trackball

Red, blue, green, white LEDs to light up the trackball

All pins broken out to 0.1" pitch header

Dimensions: 1.1x0.85"

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

Hall sensor datasheet

Blackberry Teardown

Inside the Blackberry (BOM)

Arduino Pro Mini 328 5V/16Mhz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 05:22:38 GMT

It's blue! It's thin (0.8mm)! It's the Arduino Pro Mini! SparkFun's minimal design approach to Arduino. This is a 5V Arduino running the 16MHz bootloader (select 'Arduino Duemilanove w/ 328' within the Arduino software). Arduino Pro Mini does not come with connectors populated so that you can solder in any connector or wire with any orientation you need. We recommend first time Arduino users start with the Duemilanove. It's a great board that will get you up and running quickly. The Arduino Pro series is meant for users that understand the limitations of system voltage (5V), lack of connectors, and USB off board.

The Arduino Pro Mini is like the Arduino Mini (same pin out) but to keep the cost low, Sparkfun used all SMD components, made it two layer, etc. This board connects directly to the FTDI Basic Breakout board and supports auto-reset. The Arduino Pro Mini also works with the FTDI cable but the FTDI cable does not bring out the DTR pin so the auto-reset feature will not work.

Features:

ATmega328 running at 16MHz with external resonator (0.5% tolerance)

USB connection off board

Supports auto-reset

5V regulator

Max 150mA output

Over current protected

Reverse polarity protected

DC input 5V up to 12V

On board Power and Status LEDs

Dimensions:

0.7x1.3" (18x33mm)

Less than 2 grams

Documents:

Eagle Files

Schematic

Arduino Pro Mini Homepage

Getting Started Tutorial

MAX7456 On Screen Display Breakout Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 05:06:17 GMT

This is a breakout board for the Maxim MAX7456 monochrome on-screen display chip. The board is set up with all supporting circuitry and RCA connectors to allow the user to easily interrupt and overlay text and/or graphics onto a video signal (PAL or NTSC). Just plug in your video signal to "Video In", plug your TV into "Video Out", connect a microcontroller to the SPI interface and supply the board with 5V@100mA (worst case) and you're good to go. Supplied sample code runs on an ATMega168/328 (16MHz) and compiles with WinAVR, so it's just about "plug-and-play" with an Arduino board.

Features:

Input voltage 5V

Current consumption 100mA, worst case

5V SPI interface

Dimensions: 1.8"x0.9"
Weight: 0.30 ounces, 8.6 grams

Documents:

Datasheet

Schematic

Sample Code

5V DC to DC Step Up - 2xAA

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 04:51:30 GMT

The is a wonderfully simple 5V power source. This unit uses a two AA batteries and generates 5V using a DC to DC step up circuit. A jumper is provided on the unit to disconnect power and includes a terminated (right is red) connector. Perfect for all those 5V applications that need to be small, and run on less than 200mA.

Specifications:

Voltage regulation: +5V +/-3%

Typical current: 200mA or less.

Typical ripple: 100mV peak-peak (*) @ 135kHz

Stackable Header - 8 Pin

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:33:52 GMT

This is a 8-pin female header, with extra long legs -- great for stacking Arduino shields.
Pins are spaced by 0.1".

Documents: Datasheet

Stackable Header - 6 Pin

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 02:28:37 GMT

This is a 6-pin female header, with extra long legs -- great for stacking Arduino shields.
Pins are spaced by 0.1".

Documents: Datasheet

Sound Module - Somo 14D

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 03:55:22 GMT

The SOMO-14D is a tiny Audio-Sound module that can play back pre-stored audio files such as voice and music from a micro-SD memory card. The module supports 4-bit ADPCM audio files with sample rates from 6Khz up to 36Khz. By using the freely available software tool, any WAVE(.wav) or MP3(.mp3) file can be easily converted to the ADPCM(.ad4) format which can then be can be saved to a micro-SD memory card. The compact 14pin drop-in-module takes up very minimal board space and is ideal for any application that requires embedded audio.

The module offers two modes of operation, SERIAL-MODE and the KEY-MODE.

The SERIAL-MODE provides a simple 2-wire interface to any micro-controller via its DATA and CLK lines. Audio operations such as PLAY, PAUSE, STOP and VOLUME control functions are all available to the host micro via simple serial commands.

The KEY-MODE provides a stand alone operation where a host micro is not required. With only 3 push buttons, a 3V battery and a speaker, an extremely compact and low component count MP3-Player like system can be implemented.

In short, the SOMO offers a very flexible, compact and low cost embedded audio solution for many applications.
Features

Low-cost module for all embedded Audio-Sound applications.

Supports 4-bit ADPCM (.ad4) file formats with sampling rates from 6Khz to 36Khz.

SERIAL MODE: Supports a 2-Wire (Data, Clock) interface to any micro-controller.

KEY-MODE: Supports a simple stand alone operation without a host micro.

Differential 2 line PWM output for direct speaker connection (8 Ohm/0.5W).

Dedicated 16-bit DAC/PWM audio output to use with an external amplifier.

On-board micro-SD memory card adaptor for storing of audio, voice and music files (up to 512 files).

Supports 64Mb to 2Gig micro-SD memory cards (FAT format).
Compact size measuring only 18.3 x 20.8 mm.

2.7V to 3.6V DC voltage range (single supply).

Low Power Idle current of 8.0uA

RoHS Compliant.

Datasheets

Data Sheet rev2.0
Circuit Diagrams
Sample .ad4 files
Software and Utilities

SOMO Software Tool
Software User Guide

XBee 1mW Module with Chip Antenna (Series 1)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:05:27 GMT

This is the very popular 2.4GHz XBee module from Digi (formally Maxstream). These modules take the 802.15.4 stack (the basis for Zigbee) and wrap it into a simple to use serial command set. These modules allow a very reliable and simple communication between microcontrollers, computers, systems, really anything with a serial port! Point to point and multi-point networks are supported.

Please note - Series 1 Xbees ARE NOT compatible with Series 2 (2.5) Xbees

Features:

3.3V @ 50mA

250kbps Max data rate

1mW output (+0dBm)

300ft (100m) range

Built-in antenna

Fully FCC certified

6 10-bit ADC input pins

8 digital IO pins

128-bit encryption

Local or over-air configuration

AT or API command set

Documents:

Digi XBee Page

Datasheet

Product Manual

Dimensional Drawings
SFE Eagle Library has this part!

We recommend the book Building Wireless Sensor Networks for explanation and practice of using XBee modules to build networks.

USB to RS232 Converter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:20:47 GMT

We do lots of converting from TTL serial to USB (using the FTDI and Silicon Labs ICs). But what do you do if you've got a laptop and need RS232 serial? This is a high quality, low cost, small, and easy to use USB to RS232 converter. Device uses the Prolific IC PL-2303 and supports baud rates up to 1Mbps. Driver support for Windows, Mac, and Linux RedHat.

Our only problem with this device is the hex nuts on either side of the RS232 connector. These will often interfere and hit the hex nuts on the device you are attempting to connect to. Our recommendation is to grab a pair of pliers and pop these two hex nuts out of the black plastic housing. Pretty easy to do and will guarantee that it will connect to any device.
Documents: Drivers

Diode 1N4001

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:20:02 GMT

A hardy 1A, 1000V diode. Useful for pretty much any simple application.

Voltage, Vrrm:1000V

Current, If AV:1A

Current, Ifsm:30A

Voltage, Vf Max:1.1V

Max Junction Temperature, Tj:150�C

Termination Type:Axial Leaded

Case Style:DO-41

Current, Ifs Max:30A

Diode Polarity:Cathode

Forward Voltage:1.1V

Max Power Disspation Pd @ Tc = 25C:3W

Opto Isolator 4N35

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:12:22 GMT

Will help your project stay isolated from much higher voltages. Useful for those working with musical systems connected to the mains.

No. of Channels:1

Voltage, Isolation:3550V rms

Output Type:Transistor

Input Current:10mA

Voltage, Output Max:30V

Case Style:DIP-6

Operating Temperature Range:-55�C to +100�C

Opto Case Style:DIP

Min Current Transfer Ratio:100%

Piezo Buzzer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:01:13 GMT

Simple buzzer device. 5volts in, beep/buzz out.

Transducer Function:Buzzer

Current Rating:8mA

Tone Output Type:Continuous

External Diameter:23.8mm

Self Resonant Frequency:3.1kHz

Sound Level SPL:88dB

Sound Level Distance:30cm

Colour:Black

Connector Type:Flying Leads

Current Consumption:8mA

Device Type:Alarm

External Length / Height:14.5mm

Fixing Centres:29mm

Frequency:3.1kHz

Max Operating Temperature:85�C

Min Temperature Operating:-30�C

Supply Voltage:12V

Voltage, Supply DC Max:20V

Voltage, Supply DC Min:3V

Weight:4.5g

Tilt Switch - 15 degrees

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:22:21 GMT

Forget accelerometers - if it's simple position sensing that you want, a few of these can do wonders!

Detection Angle:15�

Max Contact Current:0.25A

Contact Resistance:30ohm

External Diameter:4.7mm

External Length / Height:10.2mm

Lead Diameter:0.51mm

Lead Length:12mm

Lead Spacing:2.9mm

Max Operating Temperature:150�C

Max Switching Power:3VA

Min Temperature Operating:-40�C

No. of Poles:2

Voltage, switching AC/DC Min:60V ac

Resistor 10K 0.25W

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:16:52 GMT

Governed by Ohm's law.

RESISTOR, 0.25W 5% 10K

Power Rating:0.25W

Resistance:220ohm

Resistance Tolerance:� 5%

Operating Temperature Range:-55�C to +155�C

Resistor Element Type:Carbon Film

Voltage, Rating:250V dc

Temperature Coefficient:� 450ppm/�C

Case Style:Axial

Body Diameter:2.5mm

External Length / Height:6.8mm

Temperature Coeff. -:450ppm/�C

Tempperature Coeff. +:450ppm/�C

Tolerance, +:5%

Tolerance, -:5%

Voltage Rating, DC:250V

Full Power Rating Temperature:70�C

Insulation Resistance:10000Mohm

Lead Diameter:0.54mm

Lead Length:28mm

Max Operating Temperature:155�C

Min Temperature Operating:-55�C

Voltage, Overload:500V

Voltage, Withstand:500V

Resistor 220K 0.25W

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:12:36 GMT

RESISTOR, 0.25W 5% 220R

Power Rating:0.25W

Resistance:220K ohm

Resistance Tolerance:� 5%

Operating Temperature Range:-55�C to +155�C

Resistor Element Type:Carbon Film

Voltage, Rating:250V dc

Temperature Coefficient:� 450ppm/�C

Case Style:Axial

Body Diameter:2.5mm

External Length / Height:6.8mm

Temperature Coeff. -:450ppm/�C

Tempperature Coeff. +:450ppm/�C

Tolerance, +:5%

Tolerance, -:5%

Voltage Rating, DC:250V

Full Power Rating Temperature:70�C

Insulation Resistance:10000Mohm

Lead Diameter:0.54mm

Lead Length:28mm

Max Operating Temperature:155�C

Min Temperature Operating:-55�C

Voltage, Overload:500V

Voltage, Withstand:500V

Resistor 220R 0.25W

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:06:39 GMT

Standard 1/4 watt resistor. Governed by Ohm's law.

RESISTOR, 0.25W 5% 220R

Power Rating:0.25W

Resistance:220ohm

Resistance Tolerance:� 5%

Operating Temperature Range:-55�C to +155�C

Resistor Element Type:Carbon Film

Voltage, Rating:250V dc

Temperature Coefficient:� 450ppm/�C

Case Style:Axial

Body Diameter:2.5mm

External Length / Height:6.8mm

Temperature Coeff. -:450ppm/�C

Tempperature Coeff. +:450ppm/�C

Tolerance, +:5%

Tolerance, -:5%

Voltage Rating, DC:250V

Full Power Rating Temperature:70�C

Insulation Resistance:10000Mohm

Lead Diameter:0.54mm

Lead Length:28mm

Max Operating Temperature:155�C

Min Temperature Operating:-55�C

Voltage, Overload:500V

Voltage, Withstand:500V

Flash Memory - microSD 1GB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:56:44 GMT

This is a 1 gig microSD media card. Perfect for massive datalogging in a minute amount of space. These microSD cards have a simple to use SPI interface allowing any micro to read and write data in a very large 1 gigabyte storage array. Card may come with different brandings but does include the small microSD card and a SD card converter. Insert the microSD into the SD converter and then stick the larger SD card into any standard card reader. This product is guaranteed to work in any of our SD sockets, MMC sockets, microSD sockets, or products that use a SD or MMC card.

Resources:

Adding SD to a Router - Thanks Jake! Eagle Layout as well!

microSD Card Specification

MMC to Serial Adapter

PIC MMC Interface Project

Example MMC Interface Code

Another nice breakdown of the SD SPI protocol

WiFi Module - RN131 WiFly GSX 802.11b/g Serial Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 05:18:44 GMT

The WiFly GSX (RN-131) module is a complete ultra low power embedded TCP/IP solution. The WiFly GSX module is a stand alone, embedded wireless 802.11b/g networking module. The combination of ultra low power and the ability to wake up, connect to a wireless network, send data and return to sleep mode in less than 100 milliseconds, allows the WiFly GSX to run for years on two standard AAA batteries. Using only 100mWatts when awake and 10uWatts when asleep, this remarkable power efficiency makes possible a new class of internet enabled products.

The WiFly GSX module incorporates a 2.4GHz radio, processor, TCP/IP stack, real-time clock, crypto accelerator, power management and analog sensor interfaces. This complete solution is preloaded with software to simplify integration and minimizes development of your application. In the simplest configuration the hardware only requires four connections (PWR, TX, RX, GND) to create a wireless data connection. The transmit range can be up to 330' (100m), depending upon environmental considerations. Features:

Ultra low power 100mWatt active, 10uWatt sleep mode

Host Data Rate Up to 100 Mbps for SDIO, 44 Mbps for SPI and 2.7 Mbps for UART

Throughput 4 Mbps with TCP/IP and WPA2

UART hardware interfaces

10 general purpose digital I/O

8 analog sensor interfaces

Real-time clock for wakeup and time stamping

Accepts 3.3VDC regulated or 2-3VDC battery

Supports Adhoc connection

Real time clock for time stamping, auto-sleep and auto-wakeup modes

Configuration over UART or wireless interfaces using simple ASCII commands

Over the air firmware upgrade (FTP), and data file upload

Secure WiFi authentication WEP-128, WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK, EAP-TLS for WPA1 & WPA2 Enterprise

Built in networking applications DHCP, UDP, DNS, ARP, ICMP

Dimensions: 0.14 x 1.12 x 1.46 (3.5 x 28.5 x 37mm)

Documents:

Datasheet

Reference Guide

Transistor NPN BC547B

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 03:20:09 GMT

This is a basic, NPN transistor. It can be used as a switch where a logic output can't supply (or sink) enough current. In some circumstances it can also be used as part of a small signal amplifier.

TRANSISTOR, NPN, TO-92

Transistor Type:Bipolar

Transistor Polarity:NPN

Collector-to-Emitter Breakdown Voltage:45V

Current Ic Continuous a Max:0.1A

Voltage, Vce Sat Max:0.6V

Power Dissipation:625mW

Min Hfe:200

ft, Typ:300MHz

Case Style:TO-92

Termination Type:Through Hole

Current Ic Max:0.1A

Current Ic hFE:2mA

DC Collector Current:0.1A

Max Power Dissipation Ptot:625mW

No. of Pins:3

No. of Transistors:1

Pin Configuration:d

Voltage, Vcbo:50V

ft, Min:200MHz

Power Dissipation Pd:625mW

Transistor Case Style:TO-92

LED - Blue 3mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 02:54:09 GMT

Description

LED, 3MM, BLUE

LED / Lamp Size:3mm / T-1

LED Colour:Blue

Typ Luminous Intensity:34mcd

Viewing Angle:60�

Forward Current:10mA

Voltage, Vf Max:3.3V

Operating Temperature Range:-20�C to +85�C

Case Style:Radial

Current, If Luminous Intensity:10mA

Current, If Max:15mA

Lens Type:Diffused

Voltage, PIV Max:5V

Voltage, Vf Luminous Intensity:3.3V

Voltage, Vf Typ:3.3V

Wavelength, Peak:465nm

Wavelength, Typ:465nm

PIC P28 USB Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 12:07:19 GMT

This board was designed to allow easy interfacing of embedded projects to computers with USB. F232 USB-to-RS232 converter IC creates virtual "COM" port to the PC and you can easily send and receive date using the good old fashioned RS232 interface in the PIC microcontroller.

FEATURES

Supports all 28 pin PIC microcontrollers
ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-MCP or PIC-PG1,PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3, PIC-PG4 and debugging with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY(*for the PICs with ICD support) PIC16F87X is also supported by the low cost PIC-ICD1
USB to RS232 FT232 converter
I2C EEPROM socket
Takes power from USB no need for external adapter
Power supply filtering capacitors
Quartz crystall oscilator circuit 20Mhz
Reset button
General purpose push button connected to RA5
Status LED connected to RA2 via removable jumper
DIL28 microcontroller socket
Extension pin headers for each uC pin
Four mounting holes 3.3 mm (0.13")
Grid 100 mils
GND bus
Vcc bus
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3.9x3.15")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-P28-USB.pdf - Users manual

HARDWARE:

PIC-P28-USB Schematic
PIC ICSP connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

Blink LED for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)
Button read for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)
RS232 send/receive for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)

Double Sided PCB Laminate

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 02:07:03 GMT

Copper laminate comes in a myriad of combinations of options and from a lot of different sources! There are a LOT of choices out there.

PulsarProFx's "DirectETCH" process technique has adopted one specific specification to funnel all of these variables down to one simple board to use for all of your board fabrications requirements.
Specs

LAYERS : Double sided (2 layer)
TYPE : Plain (photo-reactive is not needed with this process)
WEIGHT : 1/2Oz (less copper means faster etches)
THICKNESS : 0.032" (again, faster etches than thicker copper)
LAMINATE : Fibreglass
SIZE : 8" x 10"
QUANTITY : 2 panels in each pack

Single Sided PCB Laminate

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 02:05:07 GMT

Copper laminate comes in a myriad of combinations of options and from a lot of different sources! There are a LOT of choices out there.

PulsarProFx's "DirectETCH" process technique has adopted one specific specification to funnel all of these variables down to one simple board to use for all of your board fabrications requirements.
Specs

LAYERS : Single sided (1 layer)
TYPE : Plain (photo-reactive is not needed with this process)
WEIGHT : 1/2Oz (less copper means faster etches)
THICKNESS : 0.032" (again, faster etches than thicker copper)
LAMINATE : Fibreglass
SIZE : 8" x 10"
QUANTITY : 2 panels in each pack

Silk Screen White TRF Foil

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 04:29:47 GMT

WhiteTRF is used for creating a silk-screen layer on either side of the board. Black toner will transfer equally well to either copper or raw fiberglass board with unnoticable micro breaks in the image when the toner image drops from going over copper down to the bare board.

To get a professional look to your boards, add the silkscreen layer from your circuit design software and add it to the board after the board has been etched and cleaned up. Each pack containts a strip 8" Wide x 15' Long

PCB Green TRF Foil

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 03:59:32 GMT

GreenTRF is used to seal the toner "circuit image" after it has been transferred to the circuit board. Toner is a very porous material. If left alone and the board was etched, you'd wind up with pitted surfaces or even hairline breaks from cracks that were too small to see with the naked eye.

GreenTRF solves this problem by completely encapsulating the toner image in one easy step. An absolute "must have" for producing quality boards.

Each pack contains a strip of foil 8" Wide x 15' Long

PCB Toner Transfer Paper

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 03:19:07 GMT

Toner Transfer Paper (or "TTP" for short) is the ideal medium for capturing precise laser printer (or photo-copier) output being fused to the paper up at up to 1,200dpi. Toner images print perfectly to the transfer paper because the printer thinks is a regular textured sheet of paper. It readily takes all of the toner the printer can give. The circuit image on the transfer paper is then laid face-down over the copper where heat and pressure are applied making the toner image re-fuse again to the copper.

After this re-fusing step, the board is slipped into a water tray where the water soaks into the back of the paper to start dissolving the paper's Dextrin coating. Dextrin is the coating on the top of the paper that lies between the fibers of the paper and the toner image printed on top.

Within a minute of being wet, the paper releases the toner and floats away from the board on its own. At this point the board is rinsed under tap water and dried ready for GreenTRF to seal the toner, explained in the next menu button, "Toner Foils".
Common Questions:

Why is the transfer paper no larger than "letter-size" (8-1/2" x 11")?
The 1st Parameter is driven by the common size of laser printers. About 99% of all laser printers are "letter-size" printers. Sure, they'll do "legal-size" with no change to the width but this drives the second parameter.
The 2nd Parameter revolves around the 72" wide continuous roll of raw paper used by the paper converter to create this unique paper. At 72" width it can be divided by 18" to yield a "4up" sheet cut to 36" long sheets, thus creating a 12"x18" final size, called Oversize Tabloid. This is later trimmed 1" and cut in half again to arive at common user sizes with very little waste. If we were to make "legal" size from Tabloid size, the math obviously doesn't work out which results in a lot of wasted paper.
The 3rd Parameter is DEMAND. It's rare to have someone ask for "legal" size or "tabloid" size!

Handling The Paper:
Try to always keep your fingers off the lighter blue side (coated side). The paper is also moisture sensitive. It is dimensionally stable at 68%RH so when you need a sheet, open the factory bag, pull a sheet and seal the bag back up.

PCB Fab-in-a-Box Kit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 03:06:13 GMT

The PulsarProFX PCB Fabrication system allows simple, fast, cheap and repeatable one-off PCB fabrication. The system works by the heat transfer of a design to your copper PCB laminate. The heat source can be an iron or more preferably, a roll feed laminator. The system can produce fine trace and surface mount designs with no problem. With a little care, double sided boards can be produced.

This system is am equal, but cheaper alternative to the photoresist / UV box method. It produces exactly the same quality of PCB. It is ideal for protype, trial boards, or even small scale production
To make a PCB :

Print out your design on a laser printer or photocopier
Use a heat source and Toner Transfer Paper to transfer the ink to the copper board
Use a heat source and Green TRF Foil to 'seal' the ink now on the copper board
Etch using 'the sponge technique'
Solder components as normal

Another product from this range can be used to produce white silkscreen markings on your PCB.
This starter kit contains :

20 sheets Toner Transfer Paper
2 Single Sided + 2 Double Sided Copper Panels (each is 8" x 10" 1/2oz Copper, .032" thick)
Green TRF Foil (8" Wide x 15' Long)
White TRF Foil (8" Wide x 15' Long)
Test Image Check Sheet

Each of the items in the starter pack are available individually. Please note : We do not currently supply the preferred heat source, a special type of office laminator. Until we do, it's possible to use an iron. Details are below.
Resources

USA based manufacturers tech support phoneline (850) 926-2009
Instructable on 'sponge' etching method
More info on The Process
Double Side Board procedures
Using a domestic iron
Laminator Supplier

Lithium Backpack (Hi-Capacity)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:05:38 GMT

We're sure you�ve built something cool, which, like any other cool gadget, would be a hundred times cooler if it could be taken more than 10 feet away from the computer. Whether portability is essential to your device or simply a matter of convenience, the Lithium Backpack lets you take your Arduino wherever you go�and have it turn on!

It�s not just about a battery�it�s about power options! As for power, the slim, long-lasting Li-ion battery delivers 9.4, 15, or 29 Arduino hours (Arduino on standby) and is mounted on a PCB that fits snugly onto the backside of an Arduino. Mike tweaked the circuit design to increase the backpack’s efficiency and decrease voltage ripple which means extra battery life to keep everything running smoother and longer on each charge.

What about the options? Well, you can charge it directly through a mini USB port mounted right onto the Backpack, or route it to charge through the core of your device. You can even monitor your own power consumption�try doing that with a standard 9V battery! I would say that the Lithium Backpack takes your device to the next level, but it�s not even about that. What would you say if someone gave you a phone or an iPod without a battery? I don�t know about you, but I would ask them why they stole my battery. Yeah�you need one of these.
Specs

Bare battery PCB matches the size of the Arduino

High Capacity 2200mAh Lithium Ion Battery (29 Standby Arduino Hours)

Medium Capacity 1000mAh Lithium Ion Battery (15 Standby Arduino Hours)

Low Capacity 600mAh Lithium Ion Battery (9.4 Standby Arduino Hours)

Rechargeable via Arduino USB

Rechargeable via USB Tybe-B Mini Cable

Supplies regulated 5V and 3.3V

Monitor battery voltage status

Dimensions

L x W = 2.73×2.10 inches (same as the arduino)

medium capacity battery height = 0.299 inches

high capacity battery height = 0.498 inches

Tutorials / Blogs

Instruction

Lithium backpack -charging it

10V underwater

FLIR Lithium Backpack

Media

MMCX to SMA connector lead

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 03:24:34 GMT

SMA to MMCX Connector. Adapts MMCX jack to a standard SMA bulkhead. This cable interfaces to the GM862 Cellular modules.

Length: 6"

PIC-P67J60 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 12:22:44 GMT

Olimex's P67J60 dev board allows easy development of internet enabled devices. The board uses a PIC8F67J60 microcontroller which features integrated Ethernet MAC+PHY and comes pre-programmed with Microchip's free TCP-IP stack. With 128K Flash memory for programs and 128KB Flash memory there is plenty of space for application development and data storage.

FEATURES:

PIC18F67J60 microcontroller with Ethernet and 1Mbit memory for code
1Mbit data Flash for data storage
Mini ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-ICD2
Ethernet connector with status leds
RS232 driver and connector
Complete web server and TCP-IP stack support as per Microchip's open source TCP-IP stack
All PIC free ports available on header close to the prototype area
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3.94 x 3.4")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-P67J60.pdf - user manual
Understanding PIC WEB boards and Microchip TCP-IP stack tutorial
Microchip TCP/IP AN833 - please read carefully, the TCP/IP stack is described

HARDWARE:

PIC-P67J60 schematic Revision A
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Microchip TCP-IP Stack 4.02 modified for PIC-P67J60

Infra Red PIR Motion Sensor

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 05:18:22 GMT

This is a simple to use motion sensor. Power it up and wait 1-2 seconds for the sensor to get a snapshot of the still room. If anything moves after that period, the 'alarm' pin will go low.

Red wire is power (5 to 12V). Brown wire is GND. Black wire is open collector Alarm.

This unit works great from 5 to 12V (datasheet shows 12V). You can also install a jumper wire past the 5V regulator on board to make this unit work at 3.3V. Sensor uses 1.6mA@3.3V.

The alarm pin is an open collector meaning you will need a pull up resistor on the alarm pin. The open drain setup allows multiple motion sensors to be connected on a single input pin. If any of the motion sensors go off, the input pin will be pulled low.

The connector is slightly odd but has a 0.1" pitch female connector making it compatible with jumper wires and 0.1" male headers.
Documents:Datasheet

Low Voltage Dual Serial Motor Controller

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 16:12:52 GMT

This low-voltage version of Pololu's dual serial motor controller (DSMC) is designed specifically for high-performance, low-voltage motors that run on 1.5 - 6 V. Because they run at lower voltages, these motors have higher current requirements, making them difficult to control since most integrated motor drivers are designed either for low-current, low voltage motors (such as those in CD players or cameras) or for higher-voltage motors that run at 6 volts or more. With this latest motor controller, you can consider a whole new range of motors for your next high-performance project.
Device specifications

PCB size:1.0" x 0.9"
Motor ports: 2
Speeds:127 forward and backward, brake
Max current:two motors 5 A each, one motor 10 A
Motor voltage:0 - 7 V
Logic voltage:3 - 5.5 V
PWM frequency:two motors 600 Hz, one motor 750 Hz
Serial baud rate:1200 - 19200 (automatically detected)

Because of the unique design of the low-voltage motor controller, there is no minimum motor supply voltage, meaning that a motor can be run off of a single cell until it is completely discharged. In a typical application, two to five Ni-Cd or Ni-MH cells can be used throughout their discharge cycle. The motor controller can deliver up to 5 A continuously to each channel, without a heat sink, and the two output channels can be coupled to deliver up to 10 A to a single load. Since many small Mabuchi motors (such as those used in the Tamiya gearboxes) have stall currents in the 2 - 4 A range, you can drive them to the limits of their performance.

In addition to the motor supply, the controller requires an independent 3.0 - 5.5 V logic supply, which can be higher or lower than the motor supply voltage. This can be useful if you have 3 V motors that you would like to run off of two or three cells but have 5 V logic. If you do have a single supply that satisfies both requirements (which would typically mean 3 or 4 cells), the motor controller can be powered off of a single supply. Each motor has a corresponding pair of LEDs that light up without the motor supply to let you troubleshoot your code without your robot driving away.

The 9-pin module is pin-compatible and code-compatible with our micro dual serial motor controller, making it easy to upgrade your existing robot to higher performance. The low-voltage motor controller shares all of the features of the micro motor controller except for coasting: setting speeds of 0 in forward or reverse will result in braking.
Application notes
Please note that the low-voltage motor controller can become very hot during operation; observe proper precautions around a running unit. A heatsink can improve performance, but it is not required. The motor controller does not feature over-current or over-temperature shutdown. Applying reverse battery polarity or attempting to draw too much current will cause permanent damage to the motor controller.

For high-current applications, make sure to use the thickest and shortest wires possible. Make sure your motors have 0.1 uF capacitors installed across their leads to limit noise and interference with your other electronics. Make sure that your battery can deliver the current that you attempt to draw: typically, you should have at least 1 amp-hour of capacity per 10 amps you draw (which would give you about five minutes of operating time).
Resources

Users manual
Serial transmitter utility (windows)

Laser Module 0.8mW (Red)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 10:46:56 GMT

It's called a 'laser card' and has a slightly different shape to the usual barrel laser modules. This little unit is powered with 3V and projects a very clear, bright, red dot pretty much wherever you point it. It's rated at 0.8mW, and most definitely should NOT be pointed into peoples (or animals) eyes

Documents: Laser-Card.pdf

Polymer Lithium Ion Battery - 1000mAh

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 06:45:38 GMT

These are very slim, extremely light weight batteries based on the new Polymer Lithium Ion chemistry. This is the highest energy density currently in production. Each cell outputs a nominal 3.7V at 1000mAh! Comes terminated with a standard 2-pin JST connector - 2mm spacing between pins. These batteries require special charging. Do not attempt to charge these with anything but a specialized Lithium Polymer charger.

Battery includes built-in protection against over voltage, over current, and minimum voltage.

Features:

2C continuous discharge

Excellent long-term self-discharge rates (<8% per month)

Robust power source under extreme conditions (-25 to 60C)

Dimensions: 0.23x1.32x1.86" (5.8x34x47mm)

Weight: 22g (0.77oz)

Documents: UnionBattery-1000mAh.pdf

GM862 Eval Board (USB)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:21:20 GMT

The GM862 Eval USB has a full 50-pin breakout, USB B connector, and a Python script enable switch. This allows connections to the audio, digital, and camera interfaces on the GM862 module. The GM862 Eval USB attaches to any USB port and appears as a standard com port. Power up the board, turn on the module, and you can start sending and receiving AT commands via HyperTerminal. No messy 3.8V regulation. No tricky 3.3V to RS232 level converter. It's all done for you!

Communication and power via USB. The USB chip can be disconnected to allow for external control of the TX and RX pins on the GM862 module (3V logic only!).

The board comes fully assembled with 50 pin Molex connector part # : 53748-0504, 3.8V power regulation circuitry, and supporting circuitry. The Molex connector is brought out to 5 dual row, .1" headers. 3.8V is regulated through a surface mount SPX29302 LDO regulator.

Note: Some USB ports cannot source enough current to power the GM862 module. If the power supply is inadequate, the module may shut down while attempting to connect to the cellular network. An external power supply will correct this problem if it is experienced.
Documents:

GM862 Eval Board Data Sheet

GM862 Eval USB Schematic

Drivers:FTDI USB Drivers
Dimensions: 3x3.2"

Software: TakePhoto example software (Visual Basic source)

Don't forget to set the module to use the European frequencies: AT#BND=0

LPC-P2124 Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 05:29:16 GMT

LPC-P2124 PROTOTYPE BOARD FOR LPC2124 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2124 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, RTC,4x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
Three on board voltage regulators 1.8V, 3.3V and 5V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: +7-9VDC required
Power supply status LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
Two channel RS232 interface with two RS232 SUB-D 9 pin connectors
iButton interface circuit
Frequency input connector
Two buttons
Two status LEDs
Potentiometer connected to AIN
RESET circuit with exterman control of Philips ISP utility via RS232
RESET button
DBG jumper for JTAG enable
BSL jumper for bootloader enable
JRST jumper for enable/disable external RESET vontrol by RS232
14.7456 Mhz crystal allow easy communication setup (4x PLL = 58,9824 Mhz CPU clock)
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 115x80 mm (4.5x3.2")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-P2124.chm
HARDWARE:

LPC-P212x schematic REV-B
SOFTWARE:

RS232 initialization demo code
Blink LED and buttons demo code
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for LPC-P2124. The complete list of projects included is here.

LPC-H2214 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 05:19:58 GMT

LPC-H2214 HEADER BOARD FOR LPC2214 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER WITH 1MB SRAM AND 1MB FLASH MEMORY

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2214 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™t with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, EXTERNAL MEMORY BUS, RTC,4x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
1MB (256Kx32bit) 12 ns 71V416 SRAM
1MB (512Kx16bit) 55ns MX26LV800BTC FLASH
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB to RS232 convertor, board can take power only from USB port
Two on board voltage regulators 1.8V and 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Optional single power supply: +5VDC required if not connected to USB port
Power supply and status LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
Slide switch for ICSP-RUN mode
Slide switch for Boot mode from external internal flash
RESET circuit with exterman control of Philips ISP utility via USB-RS232 virtual port
RESET button
DBG jumper for JTAG enable
BSL jumper for bootloader enable
JRST jumper for enable/disable external RESET vontrol by RS232
Removable crystal on socket (default 14.7456 Mhz crystal installed)
Extension headers for all uC ports with IDC34 connectors (easy obtainable as used for HDD and Floppy on all PCs)
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-H2214.chm
LPC-H2214-dimensions
HARDWARE:

H2214 schematic
SOFTWARE:

test software and basic routines for access to the external Flash/Sram
Blink LED demo code
RS232 echo demo code
External memory test demo code
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for LPC-H2214. The complete list of projects included is here.

LPC-H2294 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:15:55 GMT

LPC-H2294 HEADER BOARD FOR LPC2294 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER WITH 1MB SRAM AND 4MB FLASH MEMORY

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2294 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™t with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, EXTERNAL MEMORY BUS, RTC,4x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, 4x CAN, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
1MB (256Kx32bit) 12 ns 71V416 SRAM
4MB (2048Kx16bit) 70ns TE28F320C3BD70 C3 INTEL FLASH
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB to RS232 convertor, board can take power only from USB port
Two on board voltage regulators 1.8V and 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Optional single power supply: +5VDC required if not connected to USB port
Power supply and status LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
Slide switch for ICSP-RUN mode
Slide switch for Boot mode from external internal flash
RESET circuit with exterman control of Philips ISP utility via USB-RS232 virtual port
RESET button
DBG jumper for JTAG enable
BSL jumper for bootloader enable
JRST jumper for enable/disable external RESET vontrol by RS232
Removable crystal on socket (default 14.7456 Mhz crystal installed)
Extension headers for all uC ports with IDC34 connectors (easy obtainable as used for HDD and Floppy on all PCs)
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-H2294.chm
LPC-H2294-dimensions
HARDWARE:

H2294 schematic
SOFTWARE:

Native hardware support by eCOS the anonymous eCos CVS tree has this target inside 'olpch2294' eCos target
test software and basic routines for access to the external Flash/Sram
Blink LED
RS232 echo
External Memory test demo code
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for LPC-H2294. The complete list of projects included is here.

LPC-P2138 Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:55:00 GMT

LPC-P2138 PROTOTYPE FOR LPC2138 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2138 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 512K Bytes Program Flash, 32K Bytes RAM, RTC, 8x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 8x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
On board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: 6V AC or DC required
Power supply LED
Two status LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
Two channel RS232 interface
Li-ion 3V battery holder
RESET circuit with exterman control of Philips ISP utility via RS232
RESET button
Two user buttons
Two RS232
DBG jumper for JTAG enable
BSL jumper for bootloader enable
JRST jumper for enable/disable external RESET vontrol by RS232
14.7456 Mhz crystal on socket, allow easy communication setup (4x PLL = 58,9824 Mhz CPU clock)
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: xx x yy mm (x")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-P2138.pdf
LPC-P2138.chm
HARDWARE:

Schematic
SOFTWARE:

RS232 initialization demo code
RTC initialization demo code
Blink LED and buttons demo code
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for LPC-P2138. The complete list of projects included is here.

MAXQ-JTAG Programmer/Debugger

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:42:39 GMT

MAXQ-JTAG JTAG FOR PROGRAMMING AND DEBUGGING MAXQ MICROCONTROLLERS

FEATURES

With MAXQ-JTAG you can do code programming, debugging, step-by-step instruction, step-in, step-out, go to cursor i.e. everything you can do with the high-priced emulators
Supports all MAXQ devices
Works with the free MAX-IDE from Maxim-Dallas
Supports MAXQ targets with voltage in range 2.0-5.0 VDC
Uses Maxim-Dallas standard 2x5 pin JTAG connector
No need for external power supply, all power is taken from the LPT port
Uses Olimex's custom MAXQ.dll to interface to MAX-IDE and all software packaged which are based on MAXQ.dll interface like EW-MAXQ, etc.
Dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") cable

HARDWARE:

MAXQ JTAG connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

Olimex's MAXQ.DLL which adds support for MAXQ-JTAG with instructions how to install it
Maxim-Dallas MAX-IDE free development software for all MAXQ microcontrollers (need replacement of MAXQ.dll with Olimex's custom made MAXQ.dll for the parallel port dongle)
Rowley CrossWorks C compiler and debugger (directly supported)
IAR EW-MAXQ C compiler and debugger (should work with Olimex's custom made MAXQ.dll but not tested)
Phyton Project-MQ C compiler and debugger (should work with Olimex's custom made MAXQ.dll but not tested)

STM32-103 STK Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 03:35:51 GMT

STM32-103STK STARTERKIT BOARD FOR STM32F103RBT6 CORTEX-M3 MICROCONTROLLER

The ARM Cortex-M3 processor is the latest generation of ARM processors for embedded systems. It has been developed to provide a low-cost platform that meets the needs of MCU implementation, with a reduced pin count and low-power consumption, while delivering outstanding computational performance and an advanced system response to interrupts. The ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC processor features exceptional code-efficiency, delivering the high-performance expected from an ARM core in the memory size usually associated with 8- and 16-bit devices.
The STM32F103 Performance Line family has an embedded ARM core and is therefore compatible with all ARM tools and software. It combines the high performance ARM Cortex-M3 CPU with an extensive range of peripheral functions and enhanced I/O capabilities.

STM32-103STK is starterkit board which allow you to explore all STM32F103 capabilities. It have NOKIA 3310 BW 84x48 LCD, buttons, SD-MMC card, Accelerometer, 2.4Ghz RF transciever, Audio Input and Output, the power supply is made from single 1.5V AA cell battery.

FEATURES:

MCU: STM32F103RBT6 ARM 32 bit CORTEX M3™ with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 20K Bytes RAM, USB, CAN, x2 I2C, x2 ADC 12 bit, x3 UART, x2 SPI, x3 TIMERS, up to 72Mhz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB mini connector
LCD NOKIA 3310 BW 84x48 pixels
1.5V battery connector with step-up converter
3-axis accelerometer
SD-MMC card
2.4 Ghz transciever with Nordic nRF23L01
Audio input
Audio output
User buttons x2
Joystick with 4 directions and push action
UEXT connector for other Olimex's modules connection like MOD-MP3, etc.
RESET button
Status LED
8 Mhz crystal oscillator
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 90 x 65mm (3.5 x 2.5")

DOCUMENTS:

STM32-103STK.pdf Users Manual
HARDWARE:

STM32-103STK schematic REV.B
JTAG connector (top view)
SOFTWARE:

Blinking LED C source and project for EW-ARM 5.11
Sample mouse driver with accelerometer, USB Audio device, USB Mass Storage, USB-to-RS232 Virual COM port, Maze game with accelerometer and LCD C source and project for EW-ARM 5.11
USB Virtual COM port and bi-directional RF link between two STM32-103STK C source and project for EW-ARM 5.11
STM32-103STK test code shipped with every board for EW-ARM 5.11
Blinking LED project for GCC + Eclipse + OpenOCD
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for STM32-103STK. The complete list of projects included is here.

Xbee Explorer Regulated

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:47:37 GMT

The XBee Explorer Regulated takes care of the 3.3V regulation, signal conditioning, and basic activity indicators (Power, RSSI and DIN/DOUT activity LEDs). It translates the 5V signals to 3.3V so that you can connect a 5V (down to 3.3V) system to any XBee module. The board was conveniently designed to mate directly with Arduino Pro boards and with the FTDI Basic boards for wireless bootloading and USB based configuration.

This unit works with all XBee modules including the Series 1 and Series 2.5, standard and Pro versions. Plug an XBee into this breakout and you will have direct access to the serial and programming pins on the XBee unit and will be able to power the XBee with 5V.

You get the red board only. XBee modules sold here.

Documents:

Schematic

X-CTU Software

We recommend the book Building Wireless Sensor Networks for explanation and practice of using XBee modules to build networks.

ATMega 328 MCU with Arduino Duemilanove Bootloader

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:46:30 GMT

If you've fried your 328 chip, or simply want to be able to swap sketches whilst in the field - this is a fresh ATMega chip with the Arduino bootloader burnt on.

Xbee Telemetry Flight Pack

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:18:39 GMT

***PHOTO INCLUDES OPTIONAL KIT CONTENTS***
This kit is designed to allow the transmission of flight data from unmanned aerial drones and other small scale aviation platforms. In addition, it can be set up to allow ground to air control via a PC. The Xbee modules used have a line-of-sight range of 1 mile.
Optional Contents

ArduPilot control system
GPS Module
Xbee module pairing

***PLEASE NOTE - THIS KIT DOES NOT CONTAIN ANTENNAE***
Resources

Similar setup from DIYDrones
XBee Pro 50mW Datasheet
XBee configuration utility

The Xbee units can be programmed with a 3 digit serial numbers so that they form a complete pair. This drastically reduces the chances of another rogue unit interupting the data at a crucial point during flight. As an optional extra, we will be happy to set the ID number - please select from the drop-down box.

Another option extra is a fast GPS unit, the which updates its position up to 5 times a second. Most normal GPS units are limited to 1Hz. Again, please select this in the drop down box.

PIC-MT-USB Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 05:41:56 GMT

DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR 40 PIN PIC MICROCONTROLLER

FEATURES:

ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-MCP or PIC-PG1, PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3, PIC-PG4 and debugging with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY or if PIC16F87X microcontroller is used, PIC-ICD1
DIL-40 for PIC microcontroller
LCD 16x2 alphanumeric display with backlight
2 Buttons
Bi-color LED
Power supply taken from USB port
Virtual USB-RS232 port
20 Mhz crystal
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 95x36 mm (3,7x1,4")
Four mounting holes
Extension headers for PIC unused ports

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-MT-USB.pdf - Users Manual (in development)

HARDWARE:

PIC-MT-USB schematic REV.A the current one
PIC-MT-USB schematic (old revision 0)
PIC ICSP connector (top view)
SOFTWARE:

Blinking LED for PIC16F877 demo code (C source and HEX)
Button read for PIC16F877 demo code (C source and HEX)
RS232 send / receive for PIC16F877 demo code (C source and HEX)
LCD display write for PIC16F877 demo code (C source and HEX)

LPC-MT-2138 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:50:23 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2138 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 512K Bytes Program Flash, 32K Bytes RAM, RTC, 8x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 8x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
JTAG connector as per ARM's 2x10 pin layout, ARM-JTAG (Wiggler) compatible
14.7456 Mhz crystal on socket, allow easy communication setup (4x PLL = 58,9824 Mhz CPU clock)
RS232 interface circuit with SUB-D 9 pin connector
LCD16x2 display
five buttons
Dallas iButton port
Frequency input
Relay with 10A/250VAC contacts
Buzzer
Status LED
RESET circuit
RESET button
Bootloader enable jumper and pullup
DEBUG jumper for JTAG enable/disable
RTCK pullup resistors
Power plug-in jack
power supply: 6VAC/+9VDC
three on board voltage regulators 1.8V, 3.3V and 5V
power supply filtering capacitor
Four mounting holes
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 120x38 mm (4.75x1.5")

DOCUMENTS:

LPC-MT-2138.pdf
LPC-MT-2138.chm
HARDWARE:

Schematic
ARM JTAG connector (TOP view)
SOFTWARE:

LCD drive code (EW-ARM)
RTC code (EW-ARM)
RS232 code (EW-ARM)
Button, Relay, LED, buzzer demo code (EW-ARM)
LCD, RTC, UART, BUTTONs, BUZZER demo code (GNU) by Markus Dornhofer
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for LPC-MT-2138. The complete list of projects included is here.

Tweezers (Angled End)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:42:15 GMT

Description: These are high quality, fine tip, curved tweezers, ideal for SMD work or just handing teeny tiny components. A must have for almost any type of rework, especially SMD. Each pair is anti-magnetic and made from non-corrosive stainless steel. They come supplied with a tip 'condom' that will guard against blunting the sharp ends as they rattle around in your toolbox or have heavy things placed onto of them.

AVR-JTAG-L Programmer/Emulator

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:48:08 GMT

The AVR-JTAG-L costs a fraction of original Atmel JTAGICE but does the same thing. Note this is not AT-JTAGICE-MK2 and supports only ATmega16, ATmega32, ATMega323, ATmega162, ATmega169, ATmega128 microcontrollers. If you want to work with the newer devices with debug wire this JTAG will not do the job.

FEATURES

Program all AVR flash microcontrollers supported by ATJTAGICE (ATmega16, ATmega32, ATMega323, ATmega162, ATmega169, ATmega128)
Works with target Vcc 3.0-5.0V
Uses Atmel's 2x5 pin JTAG connector layout (DIFFERENT FROM ICSP CONNECTOR layout!)
No need for external power supply, all power is taken from the target board
Works with AVR STUDIO for programming, real time emulation, debugging, step by step program execution, breakpoints, memory dump etc everything all high priced emulators do
Full emulation of all analog and digital functions, full JTAG programming support
Upgradable via AVR STUDIO
Dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") cable

DOCUMENTS:

avr-jtag.pdf
AVR-JTAG firmware upgrade for the very first lot of AVR-JTAG (no -L suffix), all JTAGs shipped after 01.01.2004 are with fixed bootloader and will upgrade automatically via AVR-STUDIO

HARDWARE:

AVRJTAG connector(top view)
Note: AVR-JTAG-L takes power from target, this means PIN.4 and PIN.7 of JTAG connector should be wired to target board VCC!

SOFTWARE:

AVR STUDIO for programming and emulation. IMPORTANT NOTE: AVR Studio 4.13 have bug and the fuses are not read correctly. On our request to Atmel support they confirm the bug and they suggest to fix this bug by "AVR Studio 4.13 SP2 JTAGICE Fix"available from http://www.atmel.no/beta_ware/

Breakout Board for FT232RL USB to Serial

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 09:13:49 GMT

Basic breakout board for FTDI's popular USB to UART IC. Now with internal oscillator and EEPROM, the FT232RL is an impressive IC!

VCCIO is now tied to 3.3V through a solder jumper. You have the option of clearing this jumper and tying the VCCIO pin to 5V or any other IO voltage you need.

Board comes assembled with IC as shown.

Features:

Implements full v2.0 USB protocol

Needs no external crystal

Internal EEPROM for device ID and Product Description strings

Royalty-Free Driver support for Windows, Linux, and Mac OSX

Documents:

FT232RL Breakout Schematic
FT232RL IC Datasheet
Eagle Files

FTClean (for removing extraneous/old ports)

Drivers: FTDI Driver Page
Dimensions: 0.9x1.25"

ArduPilot - Arduino Compatible UAV Controller w/ ATMega328

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 08:26:54 GMT

This is a Arduino-compatible autopilot board designed by Chris Anderson and Jordi Mu�oz of DIY Drones using the new ATMega328. This board was used to win the annual autonomous vehicle competition put on by SparkFun.

ArduPilot is a fully programmable autopilot that requires a GPS module and an infrared XY sensor such as the FMA module to create a functioning Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV). The autopilot handles both stabilization and navigation, eliminating the need for a separate stabilization system. It also supports a "fly-by-wire" mode that can stabilize an aircraft when flying manually under RC control, making it easier and safer to fly. The hardware and software are all open source. The board comes with all the surface-mount parts already soldered, but requires the user to solder on connectors. Firmware is already loaded, but the autopilot software must be downloaded and loaded onto the board by the user. It can be programmed with the Arduino IDE. All details and instructions can be found at the project's home page.

We highly recommend the following items to accompany this product:

An EM406 GPS module

A FTDI board and USB cable for programming

A strip of breakaway connectors to solder on as servo connectors

A strip of male and female machine pin headers to attach the sensors

An Expansion Board ("shield") with airspeed sensor

Other necessary elements, including aircraft recommendations, can be found at the project's home page.

Note: The original build of boards (shipped before January 26th) had incorrect firmware loaded onto the ATtiny. This firmware made the ATtiny unable to put the ATmega into reset. If you happen to have received one of these older boards, and you are experiencing problems, you can re-flash the firmware on the ATtiny with an AVR programmer like the one in the related items below. The newest firmware can always be found here.

Features:

Controller designed to be used with autonomous aircraft, car or boat. Infrared sensor required only for aircraft.

Based on a 16MHz Atmega328 processor. Total onboard processing power aprox 24 MIPS.

Built-in hardware failsafe that uses a separate circuit (multiplexer chip and ATTiny processor) to transfer control from the RC system to the autopilot and back again. Includes ability to reboot the main processor in mid-flight.

Multiple 3D waypoints (limited only by memory)

Comes with a 6-pin GPS connector for the 1Hz EM406 GPS module.

Has six spare analog inputs (with ADC on each) and six spare digital input/outputs to add additional sensors

Supports addition of wireless downlink module for telemetry

Can be powered by either the RC receiver or a separate battery

Hardware-driven servo control, which means less processor overhead, tighter response and no jitters.

Four RC-in channels (plus the autopilot on/off channel) can be processed by the autopilot.

LEDs for power, failsafe status, autopilot status and GPS lock

Dimensions: 30mm x 47mm

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files

ArduPilot Project Homepage

Software and instructions: DIY Drones Community

ATtiny Firmware

LED Matrix - Tri Colour, Large

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:14:59 GMT

Triple Color LED Matrix! This large matrix has 64 Red, 64 Green, and 64 Blue individual LEDs built into one common cathode housing. It's a monster to control, but just imagine what kind of colors you could produce by mixing!

These are the new, readily available units that just arrived. Unit comes with a black finish and opaque LED lenses.

Documents: Triple Color LED Matrix Datasheet

Dimensions: 0.33x2.38x2.38"

LilyPad Power Supply

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 07:10:57 GMT

A small, but mighty power supply. This board was designed to be as small and inconspicuous as possible. Pop in a AAA battery, flip the power switch, and you will have a 5V supply to power your LilyPad network. Good up to 100mA. Short circuit protected.

This board has AAA battery clips but can use an input from 1.2V to 5V. Our lithium polymer batteries are a good, rechargable alternative.

LilyPad is a wearable e-textile technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable - but be sure to remove the battery!

Dimensions:

56x26mm

Thin 0.8mm PCB

Documents:

Schematic

Ultrasonic Range Finder LV-EZ0

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 07 Jun 2009 07:37:15 GMT

This is the fantastically easy to use sensor from Maxbotix. We are extremely pleased with the size, quality, and ease of use of this little range finder. The serial interface is a bit odd (it's RS232 instead of standard TTL), but the PWM and Analog interfaces will allow any micro to listen easily enough. The sensor provides very accurate readings of 0 to 255 inches (0 to 6.45m) in 1 inch increments with little or no dead zone!

Maxbotix is offering the EZ0, EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and EZ4 with progressively narrower beam angles allowing the sensor to match the application. Please see beam width explanation below.

Control up to 10 sensors with only two pins! Checkout the Maxbotix FAQ listed below.

Features:

42kHz Ultrasonic sensor

Operates from 2.5-5.5V

Low 2mA supply current

20Hz reading rate

RS232 Serial Output - 9600bps

Analog Output - 10mV/inch

PWM Output - 147uS/inch

Small, light weight module

Documents:

Beam Width Explanation

LV-EZ0 Datasheet

Maxbotix FAQ

Checkout Mikey Sklar's flame-based trampoline, the high-lighter, using the EZ1!

Antenna GPS 3V Magnetic Mount MMCX

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 04:45:10 GMT

Magnet mount antenna for GPS modules operating at 3V. Designed for used with automobiles - the magnet will hold the antenna in place at speeds greater than 100mph. 5meter cable terminated with MMCX connector.

Gain 26dB

VSWR <2.0

Voltage 2.7V - 3.3V

Current 12mA

Weight 50g
3 meter cable

Documents: Datasheet

LilyPad Temperature Sensor

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 08:03:02 GMT

Detecting temperature changes has never been easier. The MCP9700 is a small thermistor type temperature sensor. This sensor will output 0.5V at 0 degrees C, 0.75V at 25 C, and 10mV per degree C. Doing an analog to digital conversion on the signal line will allow you to establish the local ambient temperature. Detect physical touch based on body heat and ambient conditions with this small sensor.

LilyPad is a wearable e-textile technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable!

Dimensions:

20mm outer diameter

Thin 0.8mm PCB

Documents:

Schematic

MCP9700 Datasheet

LilyPad Button Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 08:00:44 GMT

We designed this board to give the user a very discrete button without any sharp edges. Button closes when you push it and opens when you release (momentary push button).

LilyPad is a wearable e-textile technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable!

Dimensions:

8x16mm

Thin 0.8mm PCB

Documents:

Schematic

LilyPad White Led

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:50:30 GMT

A simple, very bright, 250mcd, white LED LilyPad. Light up the night!

LilyPad is a wearable e-textile technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable!

Dimensions:

5x11mm

Thin 0.8mm PCB

Documents:

Schematic

LED Datasheet

Conductive Thread - 234/34 4ply

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:48:12 GMT

Conductive thread is a creative way to connect various electronics onto clothing. This thread can carry current for power and signals. While not as conductive as traces on a printed circuit board (PCB), this thread makes wearable clothing 'wearable'!

We have worked with our supplier to change how to thread is manufactured to increase the fray-resistance! Now you can worry less about short circuits and worry more about your project.

This is a thicker thread with a lower resistance that can be used with hand sewing. Resistance is about 14 Ohms per foot. Spool contains 1oz of thread, about 68 metres.

Documents:

Data Sheet

LilyPad Vibe Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:39:08 GMT

Apply 5V and be shaken by this small, but powerful vibration motor. Works great as an physical indicator without notifying anyone but the wearer.

LilyPad is a wearable technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable!

Dimensions:

20mm outer diameter

Thin 0.8mm PCB

Documents:

Schematic

LilyPad Arduino Mainboard (328 Version)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:36:26 GMT

This is LilyPad Arduino - the main board consisting of an ATmega328 with the Arduino bootloader and a minimum number of external components to keep it as small (and as simple) as possible. Board will run from 2V to 5V. The latest version of the LilyPad supports automatic reset for even easier programming. The back side of the LilyPad is now completely flat! We now use a surface mount programming connector to keep the header from poking through.

This version of the LilyPad now uses the new ATmega328 at 8MHz. Arduino 0016 supports the Arduino Pro Mini 328/8MHz. Use this setting when using this new LilyPad 328.

LilyPad is a wearable e-textile technology developed by Leah Buechley and cooperatively designed by Leah and SparkFun. Each LilyPad was creatively designed to have large connecting pads to allow them to be sewn into clothing. Various input, output, power, and sensor boards are available. They're even washable!

Dimensions:

50mm outer diameter
Thin 0.8mm PCB

Documents:

Leah Buechley's LilyPad Tutorial
Schematic
LilyPad Arduino Documentation
LilyPad Eagle Files released under Creative Commons License

ATMega 328 MCU

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:03:56 GMT

Atmel's ATMega328 8-Bit Processor in 28 pin DIP package. It's like the ATmega168, with double the flash space. 32K of program space. 23 I/O lines, 6 of which are channels for the 10-bit ADC. Runs up to 20MHz with external crystal. Package can be programmed in circuit. 1.8V to 5V operating voltage!

Documents: Atmel Datasheet

Ultraviolet LED

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 07:00:21 GMT

This is a simple 5mm LED with an interesting array of applications. This ultraviolet LED can be used for counterfeit detection (bills, credit cards, documents, etc), sterilization, pesticide, black lights, sun burns, the list goes on. Please wear eye protection when using these LEDs.

Features:

T1 3/4 5mm clear lens

395-400nm

100-180mcd

3-3.6V forward drop

Documents: Datasheet

Quad Band Cellular Antenna SMA

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 06:57:34 GMT

A Quad-band antenna for embedded cellular devices. This antenna will allow you to connect your cellular module to the outside world. Operates on four frequencies. Comes with a 3M adhesive backing for mounting. Standard male SMA terminated.
Key Specifications:

Quad-band: 850/900/1800/1900MHz and 2.4GHz

For GSM/GPRS, CDMA/1X, TDMA/AMPs, CDPD, 2 Way pager Re-Flex

Cable with RG174A/U - 3m long

Connector: SMA

Electrical Properties:

Frequency range: 824 ~ 960 MHz // 1710 ~ 1990 MHz

Impedance: 50 Ohm nominal

VSWR: <2.0 : 1

Gain: 3.5dBi

Radiation: Omni

Polarization: Vertical

Wave: Half Wave Dipole

Mechanical Properties:

Size: 115x22x4mm

Connector SMA (Male) standard

Cable: RG174

Cable length: 3m

Over-mold housing: ABS Black

Mounting: Adhesive backing

Operation Temperature: -40 to +85C

MaxM Blaster

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 25 May 2009 12:25:50 GMT

This is the daughter board for the MaxM, comprising of three ultrabright LEDs and current limiting resistors. Three large 10mm LEDs combine the forces of 15 individual LED cores to create a flood of RGB light. Can be used as a replacement daughter board for the MaxM or alone for ridiculous mcd power.

Did you know - it's possible for one MaxM board to drive up to three Blasters? See this schematic from ThingM

The Blaster's trio of LEDs are 50 times as bright as a standard BlinkM and more than 1000 times as bright as a standard LED. They're so amazingly bright they kind of freak us out (and should absolutely not be looked at directly, under any circumstances!).
Documents: Datasheet

Wheel Encoder

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 22 May 2009 04:17:15 GMT

This quadrature encoder board is designed to hold two infrared reflectance sensors inside the hub of the 42x19mm wheel and measure the movement of the twelve teeth along the wheel�s rim. The two sensors are spaced to provide waveforms approximately 90 degrees out of phase, allowing the direction of rotation to be determined and providing four counts per tooth for a resolution of 48 counts per wheel rotation.

Each analog sensor signal is fed to a comparator with hysteresis to provide glitch-free digital outputs. The compact layout of the board fits all of the components within the envelope of the hub and tire, allowing the board to be mounted between the motor and a chassis. The encoder is calibrated for operation from 4.5 V to 5.5 V, but it can be recalibrated for operation at 3.3V .

The two outputs of the encoder are digital outputs that can be connected directly to digital input pins on most microcontrollers (inputs that can generate interrupts on change are recommended). With 48 state changes per revolution of the 42 mm wheel, a speed of 1 m/s (bit over 3 feet per second) generates approximately 360 state changes per second.

With two encoders used simultaneously, as is the case for most differential-drive robots, the encoders will require attention almost every millisecond. Decoding the encoder outputs should only take a few percent of the processing power of a microcontroller such as the Atmel ATMega168.
Features:

4.5-5.5V operating voltage

2 digital outputs

14mA consumption at 5V

48 counts per revolution (linear resolution just under 3mm)

2A continuous paralleled output current
100kHz maximum PWM frequency

2.7-5.5VDC logic voltage

Dimensions: 1.6g

Documents:

AVR C/C++ Library

AVR C/C++ Library Commands

HTC / G1 Phone USB Connector with Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 18 May 2009 04:38:19 GMT

The HTC ExtUSB Breakout pulls all 11 pins from the ExtUSB connector. This board makes it easy to solder wires to the 11 pins and reverse engineer any device that uses the HTC ExtUSB interface.

The HTC ExtUSB connector is used on HTC phones like the Android, Orange SPV M3100, HTC TyTN, Vodafone v1605, HTC Oxygen devices and HTC Meteor devices and probably many more.

Comes with a snap on enclosure for the breakout board.
To enable audio output, short pins 7 and 8 together.

Check out this Android hack from Instructables.

Pinout:

1: USB VCC +5v

2: USB Data -

3: USB Data +

4: N / C

5: USB GND

6: Left Audio +

7: Labeled "AG"
8: Audio - (GND) Labeled "CK"

9: Switch (Talk) Labeled "OT"

10: Right Audio +

11: Mic +

12: Chassis Ground (GND)

RFD21733 2.4Gz Transceiver

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 16 May 2009 07:02:40 GMT

The RFD21733 is a multi-mode, low power, networkable wireless solution. It uses a built-in user application interface (RFDP8) which allows incredibly easy management of its advanced features. The unit operates on the 2.4Gz band, and needs almost no development work to get a pair of them up and running.

CRC checking makes this unit more secure and robust than simpler solutions in today's busy RF environment.
Features

WiFi/Bluetooth/Zigbee interference tolerant.
Dimensions 15mm x 15mm
Typical range outdoors, 300 feet (100 meters), indoor 100 feet (33 meters).
2uA Ultra low power modes.
14mA current consumption at 0dbm RF power output.
16 bit CRC data accuracy verification built-in.
32 bit unique factory ESN in every module (4 billion combination security).
Flexible network modes, including broadcast and individual addressing.
Switch on/off, logic, remote-control without the need for an external controller.
Switch nodes individually addressable without the need for an external controller.
Wide supply range +1.9V to +3.6V.
Built-in, high performance internal antenna (RFD21733).
Peer to Peer (Ad-Hoc) networks and configurations.
Point to Multi-Point networks and configurations.
Multi-Point to Multi-Point networks and configurations.
Selective addressing of any module by using factory built-in ESN.
Fast-turn-around, minimal latency (20 millisecond).
Stores up to 60 ESNs (Electronic Serial Numbers) for network modes.
Many to one data modes ideal for multi-point data acquisition.
Unlimited number of module nodes can communicate to each other.
Resources

Datasheet

Key Fob Reference Design

Button Pad 4x4 - Breakout PCB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 10 May 2009 14:10:01 GMT

This a simple breakout board for the button pads. Each LED and button is brought out to the site connectors. The connectors are soldered to the back side of the PCB. We recommend trimming the connector leads on the button side as short as possible to reduce the deflection of the pad.

Now with footprints for diodes! Use the super cheap 1N4148 through hole diodes. These can be used to isolate the switches to make for a bit easier decoding.
Schematic here

SAM9-L9261 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:03:52 GMT

The SAM9-L9261 is development platform with ARM9 microcontroller, TFT LCD 3.5" 320x240 pixels with TOUCHSCREEN, 64MB SDRAM and 512MB NAND Flash. The board has an Ethernet 100Mbit controller, USB host, USB device, RS232 and 40 pin extension port with all unused SAM9261 ports available for add-on boards. The SAM9-L9261 has ample Flash and RAM and runs Linux, WindowsCE and other RTOS natively. RTC clock is backed up with 3V Li battery.
FEATURES:

MCU: AT91SAM9261 16/32 bit ARM9™ 180MHz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
TFT LCD 3.5" 320x240 pixels with TOUCH SCREEN supported by Windows CE 6.0
64 MB SDRAM
512MB NAND Flash (seen in Linux as silicon drive)
Ethernet 100Mbit connector
USB host and USB device connectors
RS232 interface and drivers
SD/MMC card connector
one user button and one reset button
one power and two status LEDs
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: 5V DC required
power supply filtering capacitor
18.432 Mhz crystal
extension header
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 100 x 80 mm (3.94 x 3.15")
DOCUMENTS:

SAM9-L9261.pdf users manual
LCD datasheet
LCD video controller IC datasheet
HARDWARE:

SAM9-L9261 schematic
SOFTWARE:

Linux 2.6 source and binaries can be found on provided CD

Arduino Nano

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 13:12:31 GMT

The Arduino Nano is a small, breadboard friendly version of the popular Duemilanove

It has everything that Diecimila has (electrically) with more analog input pins and onboard +5V AREF jumper.

The Nano has the breadboard-ability of the Boarduino and the Mini+USB with smaller footprint than either, so users have more breadboard space. It has a pin layout that works well with the Mini or the Basic Stamp (TX, RX, ATN, GND on one top, power and ground on the other). It is constructed from a four-layer board with power and ground planes to help provide ICs with sufficient charge during switching and reduce noise (EMC) on high speed switching I/O pins. Whilst the ground plane helps reduce radiation (EMI), the power plane is low in inductance to reduce transients that may develop on the power.
Schematic and Design
Arduino Nano Manual (pdf) (please note this is the manual for v2.3 as there is currently no equivalent for v3 which we stock)
Eagle files note: since the free version of Eagle does not handle more than 2 layers,and the Nano is currently 4-layer board, Gravitech publishes it here as unrouted, so users can at least open it and use it in the free version of Eagle
Specifications:

Atmel ATmega328 MCU

Operating Voltage (logic level) 5 V

Input Voltage (recommended)7-12 V

Input Voltage (limits)6-20V

14 Digital I/O Pins (of which 6 provide PWM output)

8 Analog Input Pins

DC Current per I/O Pin 40 mA

16Kb Flash Memory (of which 2KB used by bootloader)

1 KB SRAM

512 bytes EEPROM

16MHz Clock Speed

Dimensions 0.73� x 1.70�

Features:

Automatic reset during program download

Power OK blue LED on the bottom

Green (TX), red (RX) and orange (L) LED

+5V to AREF jumper

Auto sensing/switching power input

Small mini-B USB for programming and serial monitor

ICSP header for direct program download

Power OK blue LED on the bottom

Standard 0.1� spacing DIP (breadboard friendly)

Manual reset switch

Power
The Arduino Nano can be powered via the mini-B USB connection, 6-20V unregulated external power supply (pin 30), or 5V regulated external power supply (pin 27). The power source is automatically selected to the highest voltage source.

The FTDI FT232RL chip on the Nano is only powered if the board is being powered over USB. As a result, when running on external (non-USB) power, the 3.3V output (which is supplied by the FTDI chip) is not available and the RX and TX LEDs will flicker if digital pins 0 or 1 are high.
Memory
The ATmega168 on the Nano has 16 KB of flash memory for storing code (of which 2 KB is used for the bootloader). It has 1 KB of SRAM and 512 bytes of EEPROM (which can be read and written with the EEPROM library).
Input and Output
Each of the 14 digital pins on the Nano can be used as an input or output, using pinMode(), digitalWrite(), and digitalRead() functions. They operate at 5 volts. Each pin can provide or receive a maximum of 40 mA and has an internal pull-up resistor (disconnected by default) of 20-50 kOhms. In addition, some pins have specialized functions:

Serial: 0 (RX) and 1 (TX). Used to receive (RX) and transmit (TX) TTL serial data. These pins are connected to the corresponding pins of the FTDI USB-to-TTL Serial chip.

External Interrupts: 2 and 3. These pins can be configured to trigger an interrupt on a low value, a rising or falling edge, or a change in value. See the attachInterrupt() function for details.

PWM: 3, 5, 6, 9, 10, and 11. Provide 8-bit PWM output with the analogWrite() function.

SPI: 10 (SS), 11 (MOSI), 12 (MISO), 13 (SCK). These pins support SPI communication, which, although provided by the underlying hardware, is not currently included in the Arduino language.

LED: 13. There is a built-in LED connected to digital pin 13. When the pin is HIGH value, the LED is on, when the pin is LOW, it's off.

GM862 Connector

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 19:37:12 GMT

This is the Molex SMD connector that interfaces to the GM862 Cellular Modules. If you're prototyping with the GM862, you pretty much have to have one of these. Documents:

537480504_sd.pdf

SFE Eagle Library has this part!

Polar Heart Rate Monitor Interface

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 19:32:55 GMT

The Heart Rate Monitor Interface (HRMI) is an intelligent peripheral device that converts the ECG signal from the Polar Heart Rate Monitor (HRM) into easy-to-use heart rate data. It implements a sophisticated algorithm for computing an average heart rate even with noisy or intermittent data from the transmitter.
Features:

Multiple interfaces: USB, Logic-level serial and I2C

Dual heart rate processing algorithms: averaged and raw

Uses the RMCM01 Polar OEM receiver

Compatible with coded and non-coded Polar transmitters including T31, T31C, T61C and Wearlink�

32-entry heart rate data history buffer

Four 8-bit ADC inputs

Up to a 5 channel digital input/output utility port

Simple command/response interface

Programmable power-on default operation

Only works with one transmitter (HRM) in range

Applications:

Custom exercise equipment

Portable heart rate monitoring devices

Bio-feedback devices

Heart beat aware body-worn electronics

Documents:

Manual

Example software (checkout Dan's impressive example applications!)

Schematic
danjuliodesigns.com

Button Pad 2x2 - LED Compatible

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 19:50:48 GMT

This is a translucent silicon rubber button pad with 4 buttons orignally inspired by the folks at monome.org. Each button has a hole underneath that accepts either a 3mm or 5mm standard LED. The idea is that you can create a button interface of your choice with the ability to display simple colors under each button. Mainly, we wanted to use our tri-color LEDs to create a full RGB color for each button.

Each button has a conductive circle backing so that a switch can be created with exposed PCB traces. Button force is between 190 and 210grams activation force (nice tactile feel like on your TV remote).
Documents:

Dimensional Drawing (2x2 section only)

Wheel 42 x 19mm (Pair)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 15:40:35 GMT

This custom-designed white plastic wheel has a rubber tire measuring 1.65" (42 mm) in diameter and is designed to fit the output shafts on our micro metal gearmotors as well as the Solarbotics metal gear motors. Teeth on the hub optionally allow a reflectance sensor to be used for encoder feedback. These wheels are sold in pairs.

This rugged wheel is designed to fit securely on the output shafts of our micro metal gearmotors. These gearmotors should be mounted onto the side of the hub with the protruding teeth. The output shaft will slide into the socket easily at first but will achieve a snug fit when pressed through to the other edge of the hub.

The output shafts on the Solarbotics metal gear motors will also fit these wheels, but because they are shorter they will have to be mounted onto the other side of the wheel where the fit is tighter (which means the Solarbotics metal gearmotors will not work with the quadrature encoder associated with this wheel).

The extended micro metal gearmotor bracket is specifically designed to work with this wheel. Please note that the non-extended version of our mounting bracket will not work well with this wheel.

USB B Socket

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 19:50:43 GMT

Plain and simple through hole PCB mounting USB 'B' socket.
Features

SOCKET, USB, TYPE B

Connector Type:USB

Gender:Socket

Termination Method:PCB

Material, Contact:CuZn

Plating, Contact:Gold

Mounting Type:PC Board

Current Rating:1A

Resistance, Contact:30mohm

Temp, Op. Max:+80�C

Temp, Op. Min:-40�C

Voltage Rating, AC:30V

Mounting, Orientation:90

Plating, Terminal:Tin

Voltage, Proof:500V

Datasheet

Mini USB SMD Socket

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 19:44:50 GMT

Always handy - these 5 pin sockets are surface mount, and commonly used on smaller size USB gear. Now also the agreed standard mobile phone recharging socket of the future.
Features

Connector Type:USB

Gender:Socket

Ways, No. of:5

Termination Method:Solder

Plating, Contact:Gold

Mounting Type:Surface Mount

Current Rating:0.5A

Voltage Rating, AC:5V

Voltage, Test:100V

Resources: Datasheet

Touch Shield Slide

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 09:00:08 GMT

After talking with several TouchShield Stealth users, Liquidwear have decided to build a bigger and more powerful option, for the folks who want that extra capacity. The TouchShield Slide is a widescreen option that makes full use of the space on the Arduino, maximizing screen space. With 340×240 resolution and a resistive touchscreen, the Slide offers clear, precise viewing and tactile sensing – that all fits squarely on the Arduino.
Features

320�240 OLED Screen

Resistive Touch Screen

Storage for 4 full resolution images or 60 128�128 images (using Windows, I’m still working on the Mac version!)

Compatible with Arduino Environment

Only Uses Arduino Pins: 2 and 3

Graphics Library Ready to Go

Draw Shapes, Pixels, Colors, Graphs, Buttons with complete ease, using a SubProcessing graphics API

Documents

Up and running in 1 minute

Graphics Functions Reference

Software

Arduino for Windows Software package

Arduino for Mac OS X Software package

IR Range Sensor - Connector Cable 5 inch

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 06:49:47 GMT

Three pin JST connector with red, black, and yellow colors. 5 inch wire outs. This cable comes fully assembled as shown and connects directly to many different Sharp sensors. Quick and easy, this cable will save you 15-20 minutes over making your own wiring harness.

MSP430-PIR PIR SENSOR

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 12:41:48 GMT

Features :

MSP430F2013 microcontroller
Low power PIR sensor
Status LEDs
CR2032 battery holder
JTAG connector
Supports both Olimex and TI SBW layout
Dimensions: 42x26 mm (1.6x1.0")
Documents:

SLAA283 Application note from Texas Instruments which have been used to create MSP430-PIR, there are few differences between TI schematic and ours, our schematic support both TI and OLIMEX SBW JTAG layout, we ship the boards with SMT jumpers shorten for OLIMEX JTAG layout so if you use TI JTAG you should move the jumpers to TI position
Hardware:

MSP430-PIR schematic
MSP430 JTAG connector (TOP view)
MSP430 SPY-BI-WIRE OLIMEX JTAG layout
Software:

SLAA283 TI application note source codes

LCD 3.2 inch QVGA Touch Screen

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 08:02:24 GMT

The �LCD-32032-P1T is a 3.2" size cost effective all in one �SMART� display module using the latest state of the art LCD TFT technology with an embedded PICASO-GFX graphics controller that delivers �stand-alone� functionality to any project. The �easy to learn and use� 4D Graphics Language (4DGL) with its vast built in library functions will allow rapid application development.

4DGL is a graphics oriented programming language, allowing the developer to write applications in a high level syntax similar to popular languages such as BASIC, C, Pascal and run it directly on the PICASO-GFX processor embedded in the �LCD-32032-P1T module.

4DGL allows the user to take complete control of all available resources on that hardware platform such as the Serial Port, Graphics AMOLED Display, �SD memory card, I/O pins, etc. This eliminates the need for an external host controller/processor to drive the �LCD-32032-P1T module via serial commands. It provides the user complete control over the hardware module allowing them to quickly develop powerful applications.
System Requirements:

PC with Windows XP or Vista operating system. You will also need the .NET Framework available from the Microsoft website if it's not already installed on your system.

µUSB-MB5 or the µUSB-CE5. These are USB to Serial converter modules and are essential hardware tools for programming the PICASO-GFX processor with PmmC system firmware files and for downloading 4DGL user application code from the PC into the PICASO-GFX, via the serial port. You will need to install the the appropriate drivers onto your system. The drivers can be found in the µUSB-MB5 or the µUSB-CE5 product pages.

The PmmC-Loader is a Windows based software tool to aid in programming the PICASO-GFX processor, embedded in the µLCD-32032-P1T module, with PmmC system files. The PmmC file is uploaded and programmed into the module via its Serial Port. This software tool is available free of charge.

4DGL Workshop IDE (Integrated Development Environment). The Workshop IDE consists of the 4DGL Editor, the 4DGL Compiler and the 4DGL User Code Downloader. This software tool is available free of charge.

A step-by-step Quick Start Guide is available to help you get started.

Features

Module size including PCB: 55.1 x 77.0 x 14.0mm.

Display viewing area: 48.6 x 64.8mm.

Easy 5 pin user interface (VCC, TX, RX, GND, RESET) to any 4D micro-USB module such as the μUSB-MB5 or the μUSB-CE5.

Voltage supply from 4.5V to 5.5V, current @ 190mA nominal when using a 5.0V supply source.

Onboard micro-SD (μSD) memory card adaptor with full FAT16 file support for storing and executing 4DGL programs, files, icons, images, animations, video clips and audio wave files. 64Mb to 2Gig μSD memory cards can be purchased separately.

Powered by the fully integrated PICASO-GFX Graphics Processor (PICASO-GFX chip is also available for OEM volume users).

Built in extensive 4DGL graphics and system library functions. For all available features and functions under the 4DGL programming language please visit the 4DGL web page http://www.4dsystems.com.au/developers/

2 x 30 pin headers for I/O expansion and future plug-in daughter boards.

Audio amplifier with a tiny 8 Ohms speaker for sound generation and wave file playback.

Mechanical support via 4 mounting tabs which can be snapped off.

Latest Firmware

4DGL Platform PmmC rev1.7

Datasheets

Quick Start Guide - 4DGL

User Manual Rev1.1

Software and Utilities

Video Tutorial - 4DGL

PmmC-Loader Software Tool

4DGL Workshop (Compiler)

Graphics Composer Ver2

BlinkM MaxM - I2C Controlled RGB LED

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:27:23 GMT

If you used BlinkM and you thought it was good, but needed something to temporarily blind your enemy, the MaxM is what you need. Three large 10mm LEDs combine the forces of 15 individual LED cores to create a flood of RGB light.

BlinkM MaxM is an intensely-bright smart LED for prototyping that comes as a package of two components, a control module (MaxM Master) and a daughter board with three ultrabright LEDs (MaxM Blaster).

MaxM Master runs our unique firmware that creates virtually any RGB color, fades smoothly between two colors, and blinks in virtually any pattern. Like its smaller sibling, it requires almost no knowledge of electronics. Its powerful 1 amp MOSFET transistors can control the industry's most power-hungry LEDs, while its 12 volt power supply lets it be run from a wide variety of power sources, making it perfect for prototyping automotive applications and low-voltage track lighting systems.

MaxM Blaster's trio of LEDs are 50 times as bright as a standard BlinkM and more than 1000 times as bright as a standard LED. They're so amazingly bright they kind of freak us out (and should absolutely not be looked at directly, under any circumstances!).

Finally, it includes four analog input lines, which means that its behavior can be changed without requiring an external controller. We have expanded the BlinkM control language to make this powerful capability available without affecting backward compatibility. All existing BlinkM software should run on the MaxM without requiring any changes.
Documents:

Quick Start Guide

Datasheet

Communicator

Sequencer Software

XBee Explorer USB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 16:31:33 GMT

This is a simple to use, USB to serial base unit for the XBee line. This unit works with all XBee modules including the Series 1 and Series 2.5, standard and Pro version. Plug the unit into the XBee Explorer, attach a mini USB cable, and you will have direct access to the serial and programming pins on the XBee unit.

You get the red board only. XBee modules and USB cable sold elsewhere.
Documents:

Schematic

X-CTU Software

USB FTDI Drivers for Windows, Linux, Mac

We recommend the book Building Wireless Sensor Networks for explanation and practice of using XBee modules to build networks.

Header Row (Pin/Male)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 18:01:55 GMT

40 way pin header - Extremely useful for making prototyping connections, mounting DIL or SIL components etc.
Features :

Connector Type:Wire-to-Board

Gender:Pin

Ways, No. of:40

Pitch, Lead:2.54mm (0.1")

Termination Method:Solder

Material, Contact:Phosphor Bronze

Plating, Contact:Gold

IR Range Sensor - Sharp 10cm-80cm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 07:26:53 GMT

Read the distance of the object in front of your robot. The Sharp GP2Y0A21YK IR Range Sensor takes a continuous distance reading and reports the distance as an analog voltage with a distance range of 10cm (~4") to 80cm (~30"). The interface is 3-wire with power, ground and output.
Resources :

Sharp GP2D12 IR Range Sensor Manual

Servo Motor HS-422

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 07:11:52 GMT

The Hitec HS-422 Servo Motor is one of the most durable and reliable servos Hitec has ever offered. With its dual iron-oilite bushings, high impact resin gear train and high performance circuitry, the HS-422 features excellent centering and resolution. Features :

Speed (sec/60o): 0.16

Torque (Kg-cm/Oz-in): 4.1/57

Size (mm): 41 x 20 x 37

Weight (g/oz): 45.5/1.6

Resources :

Hitec HS-422 Servo Motor Datasheet

Hitec Servo Manual

Hitec Official Website

mbed example

Micro Metal Gearmotor Bracket

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:49:18 GMT

This compact bracket enables convenient mounting of popular, Sanyo-style miniature metal gearmotors. The plastic bracket encloses the otherwise exposed gears, and the mounting tabs capture the nuts for easy installation.

These plastic mounting brackets allow you to easily and securely mount the ubiquitous 10 mm x 12 mm x 26 mm metal gearhead motors first popularized by Sanyo�s 12GN series (e.g. NA1S�NA3S), such as our micro metal gearmotors (30:1 and 100:1) the Solarbotics mini metal gear motors (GM12a, GM13a, GM14a, and GM18).

Two #2-56�7/16" screws and two nuts are included with the bracket.

Note: These brackets have mounting holes that are very close to the output shaft end of the motor, which could cause mounting difficulties if your wheels have recessed hubs.
Resources:

Dimensional drawing

100:1 Micro Metal Gearmotor

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:42:17 GMT

This gearmotor is a miniature (0.94" x 0.39" x 0.47"), high-quality, low-current motor with 100:1 metal gearbox, similar to Sanyo�s popular 12 mm gearmotors. These units have a 0.365"-long, D-shaped output shaft.
Features :

Size: 24 x 10 x 12 mm
Weight: 0.34 oz
Gear ratio: 100:1
Free-run speed @ 6V:120 rpm
Free-run current @ 6V:40 mA
Stall current @ 6V: 360 mA
Torque @ 6V:10 oz�in

The brass faceplate has two mounting holes threaded for M1.6 screws (1.6 mm diameter, 0.35 mm thread pitch), or you can use our mounting bracket or extended mounting bracket, which are specifically designed to securely mount the gearmotor while enclosing the exposed gears. We recommend the extended mounting bracket for wheels with recessed hubs.

These motors are intended for use at 6 V. In general, these kinds of motors can run at voltages above and below this nominal voltage, so they should comfortably operate in the 3 � 9 V range. Lower voltages might not be practical, and higher voltages could start negatively affecting the life of the motor.

Micro Serial Servo Controller

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:24:46 GMT

At only 0.91� x 0.91�, the Pololu micro serial servo controller is the smallest, highest-performance serial servo controller you�ll find. With individual speed and range control of eight servos and over 12 bits of resolution, this tiny device has the features you would expect in a latest-generation design, all for a surprisingly affordable price.

The Pololu micro serial servo controller (SSC) is a very compact solution for controlling up to eight radio control (RC) servos from a computer or microcontroller. The controller measures just 0.91" x 0.91", yet it is one of the most full-featured servo controllers available. Each servo speed and range can be controlled independently, the baud rate is detected automatically over a 1200-38400 bps range, and multiple units can be daisy-chained on one serial line to control up to 128 servos. Three status LEDs and an integrated level converter for RS-232 applications get you up and running quickly. The micro serial servo controller is dwarfed by even a standard servo, but it can control any standard RC servos, including giant 1/4-scale servos.
Features :

PCB size:0.91" x 0.91"

Servo ports:8

Resolution:0.5 �s (about 0.05�)

Range:250-2750 �s

Logic supply voltage:5-16 V

Data voltage:0 and 5 V

Pulse rate:50 Hz

Serial baud rate:1200-38400 (automatically detected)

Current consumption:5 mA (average)

Resources

Pololu Serial Transmitter utility for Windows : A simple serial transmitter utility for Windows that lets you transmit sequences of bytes at 9600 baud to a selectable COM port. This program can be conveniently used to send commands to our serially controllable devices.

Micro serial servo controller user’s guide

Using the Pololu Servo Controller with the BASIC Stamp 2

Tutorial: Using the Pololu Servo Controller in .NET

This servo controller supports two separate communication protocols. One protocol is compatible with Pololu's other serial servo controllers and their serial motor controllers, and it offers individual range and speed control for each servo. This servo controller is also compatible with the Scott Edwards MiniSSC II servo controller and any software written for it.

The servo controller is less than half the size and price of most 16-channel servo controllers. This means that the micro servo controller is an ideal solution even if you need to control more than eight servos, as in the case of a six-legged walking robot. Having multiple smaller controllers means less of a wiring mess since servos in one section of the robot can be connected to a more local controller.

The back side of the board has all of the ports labelled, and two mounting holes allow you to secure the controller to your project. The logic supply and the servo supply can be tied together for single-battery operation, or the on-board voltage regulator allows the logic supply to be as high as 16V.

VNH2SP30 Motor Driver Carrier MD01B

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:04:45 GMT

Need more current? If you�ve got a larger motor waiting to be used, this compact VNH2SP30 motor driver is just what you need. The VNH2 version includes current sensing and can operate a higher PWM frequency (20 KHz)

The Pololu high-power motor drivers are compact carriers for the VNH3SP30 and VNH2SP30 motor driver integrated circuits from ST. The board incorporates most of the components of the typical application diagram on page 8 of the VNH2SP30 datasheet, including pull-up and current-limiting resistors and a FET for reverse battery protection. (The current sense circuit is populated on both versions of the board, but only the VNH2SP30 supports current sense.) All you need to add is a microcontroller or other control circuit to turn the H-Bridge on and off.
Features :

Motor driver:VNH2SP30

Motor channels:1

Minimum operating voltage:5.5 V

Maximum operating voltage:16 V

Continuous output current per channel:14 A

Peak output current per channel:30 A

Maximum PWM frequency:20 kHz

Reverse voltage protection?: Y

Resources :

VNH3SP30 motor driver data sheet

VNH2SP30 motor driver data sheet

IRFR3707Z MOSFET datasheet

Pinouts and Dimensions

Board Schematic

In a typical application, the motor power supply is connected at the bottom of the board, the motor on the right side of the board, and the control connections to the left side of the board. The diagnostic pins can be left disconnected if you do not want to monitor the fault conditions of the motor driver chip. INA and INB control the direction of the motor, and the PWM pin turns the motor on or off. For the VNH2SP30 version, the current sense (CS) pin will output approximately 0.13 volts per amp of output current.

Real-world power dissipation considerations

The motor drivers have maximum current ratings of 30 A continuous. However, the chips by themselves will overheat at lower currents (see table above for typical values). The actual current you can deliver will depend on how well you can keep the motor driver cool. The carrier printed circuit board is designed to draw heat out of the motor driver chips, but performance will be improved by adding a heat sink. In our tests, we were able to deliver short durations (on the order of milliseconds) of 30 A and several seconds of 20 A without overheating. At 6 A, the chips gets just barely noticeably warm to the touch. For high-current installations, the motor and power supply wires should also be soldered directly instead of going through the supplied terminal blocks, which are rated for up to 15 A.

Many motor controllers or speed controllers can have peak current ratings that are substantially higher than the continuous current rating; this is not the case with these motor drivers, which have a 30 A continuous rating and a over-current protection that can kick in as low as 30 A (45 A typical). Therefore, the stall current of your motor should not be more than 30 A. (Even if you expect to run at a much lower average current, the motor can still draw high currents when it is starting or if you use low duty cycle PWM to keep the average current down.)

Reverse-battery protection

The motor driver boards include an N-channel MOSFET for reverse-battery protection. This component keeps the motor driver from destroying itself if the input power is accidentally connected backwards. However, this component does slightly increase the total resistance between your battery and your motor. For slightly improved performance, the MOSFET can be bypassed by connecting the negative battery terminal to the bypass pin. (This terminal will also need to be connected to your logic supply ground.)

TReX Jr Dual Motor Controller DMC02

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 10:34:34 GMT

This lower-power, smaller, and lower-cost version of the TReX is the ultimate general-purpose motor controller for small motors: it has a wide operating range (5 to 24 V), delivers 2.5 A continuously per motor, provides current sensing on the two main channels, and it features the TReX triple interface that allows you to control motors from a serial line (RS-232 or TTL), radio control (RC) receiver, or analog voltage source such as a potentiometer.

A novel blend of serial, RC, and analog motor control

The TReX Jr Dual Motor Controller, a lower-power version of the TReX Dual Motor Controller, is a versatile DC motor controller designed to seamlessly blend autonomous and human control of small robots. The TReX Jr can control two bidirectional and one unidirectional motor via three independent control interfaces: radio control (RC) servo pulses, analog voltage, and asynchronous serial (RS-232 or TTL). Using the compact MC33887motor driver allows for a single-board design that reduces cost while maintaining a small package. As an added benefit, the use of the MC33887 motor driver allows operation to 24 V.

The TReX Jr uses five input channels to receive the RC or analog control signals. When operating in RC or analog mode, the five channels function as follows:

Channel 1: motor 1 speed and direction or, if in mix mode, turn left/right

Channel 2: motor 2 speed and direction or, if in mix mode, go forward/reverse

Channel 3: auxiliary (unidirectional) motor speed

Channel 4: can be used to enable “flipped mode”, which allows invertable robots to be controlled as normal when they are inverted

Channel 5: determines whether the motors are controlled by the channel inputs or the serial interface; this channel allows you to switch between autonomous and human control at will

The serial interface can switch instantly with one of the other two interfaces, allowing mixed autonomous and remote control. For example, a robot could be configured to run autonomously most of the time, but a human operator could override the autonomous function if the robot gets stuck or into a dangerous situation. If the serial mode is selected as the primary interface, high-resolution measurements of all five channel input signals (be they RC pulses or analog voltages) are made available to the autonomous robot controller, allowing for complex and unlimited mixing of operator control and sensor input. For example, the TReX would be a great motor controller for a remotely controlled balancing robot.

Technical specifications

Dimensions : 1.75" x 1.75" x 0.5" (0.3"height without connectors)

Supply voltage : 5 – 24 V

Primary motor outputs : 2 bidirectional, 5 A peak, up to 2.5 A continuous (may be combined to control 1 bidirectional,5 A continuous)

Auxiliary output : 1 unidirectional, 10 A continuous

Speed control : 128 steps in each direction

Control interfaces : RC servo pulses, analog voltages, or serial commands; master interface set by mode-select jumper

Input channels : 5 (RC servo pulses or analog voltages)

RC pulse measurements : 12-bit resolution, 1 us accuracy

Analog measurements : 10-bit resolution

Serial interface : both RS-232 and TTL (logic level), bidirectional

Baud rates : supports 11 common baud rates ranging from 1200 to 115,200 bps

Expanded protocol : Allows multiple Pololu servo and motor controllers on one serial line

Compact protocol : Allows both motors 1 and 2 to be simultaneously set with just three bytes

RC/Analog control features

Battery Elimination Circuit (BEC) jumper lets the TReX Jr optionally power your RC receiver or analog controller

mix-mode jumper allows for single-stick motor control of differential-drive robots

automatic calibration for your particular RC or analog controller (the TReX Jr can learn the channel ranges)

Options accessable through the serial interface

all five high-resolution channel input values are available

remapped channel input values show what the TReX Jr would do if it were in control

optional 7-bit cyclic redundancy checking to ensure command/data validity

calibration values can be explicitly read and set

each channel can be reversed and parabolically scaled

current limit, acceleration, and maximum motor speed settings

the bidirectional motors can (individually) be set to coast or variable brake when in the deadband

upgradable firmware

Safety features

“safe-start” requirements prevent accidental motor activation at power-up

optional automatic motor shutdown on serial error, timeout, or input channel noise

Note: The TReX Jr does not require use of the serial interface to function; it will work right out of the box as an electronic speed control (ESC). You will not have access to the full suite of features the TReX Jr provides if you do not make use of the serial interface, though.

Resources

TReX Configurator utility for Windows (297k zip) : If you have the ability to connect your TReX to a computer (via serial port or USB-to-serial adapter), you can use this program to monitor the channel inputs, control the motor drivers, and configure its various settings.

User's Guide

Command Documentation

Configuration Parameter Documentation

Firmware v1.0 : This firmware comes preloaded on every TReX Jr we ship. We recommend you use this version unless you need the serial delay feature included in firmware version 1.1.

Firmware v1.1 : This firmware inserts a 1 ms delay between the last byte of a received command packet and the first byte of the TReX�s transmitted response. Without this delay, slower controllers such as the Basic Stamp can miss the first byte of the TReX�s response. If your controller does not require this extra delay for proper communication, you should not use this firmware as it is not considered an upgrade over the original firmware (version 1.0).

SIM Socket

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:12:42 GMT

Ever wanted to see what's on that SIM card? Use these sockets in your next project to interface to any old SIM. 6-Pin standard connection. This is a surface mount socket, but it is large enough that it can hand soldered.

Datasheets:

Datasheet

Triple Output LED RGB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:01:23 GMT

These 5mm Red Green and Blue LED units have four pins - Cathode is the longest pin. One for each color and a common cathode. Use this one LED for three status indicators or pulse width modulate all three and get mixed colors!

Note: Pins 3 and 4 are switched in the datasheet, in actuality pin 3 is blue, and pin 4 is green.
Features:

Forward Voltage (RGB): (2.0, 3.2, 3.2)V

Luminosity (RGB): (800, 4000, 900)mcd

Documents:

Datasheet

Wiring Example

AVR-USB-162 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 17:22:17 GMT

AVR-USB-162 AVR USB AT90USB162 MICROCONTROLLER PROTOTYPE BOARD WITH USB AND ICSP
INFO:

The AT90USB162 is the easiest way to add USB functionality to your next device. Atmel provides free open source HID (mouse, keyboard) and CDC (USB-to-RS232) code and on top of this AT90USB162 cost is same as ATMega16.

The AVR-USB-162 board provides the basic circuit necessary to work with AT90USB162 - USB connector and circuit, external power supply if your circuit require more power than 100mA which usually USB port provide, button, status LED, reset button. All AT90USB162 come from Atmel pre-programmed with boot loader which allow code to be programmed inside the chip without any external programmer. Just download the FLIP software from Atmel web site and load your HEX code inside AT90USB162.

FEATURES:

AT90USB162 microcontroller with 16KB Flash, 512B RAM, 512B EEPROM
ICSP 5x2 pin connector for in-circuit programming with AVR-ISP-MK2 (you generally don't need to use ICSP as you can program via USB)
Debug Wire could be performed by 3 wires connected to ICSP (AT-JTAGICE-MK2 have such lose wire connector which to be used, you need VCC, GND, RST signals only)
USB 2.0 Full speed connector
User button BUT (can be used to enter bootloader mode after reset)
Reset button RST
Takes power from USB no need for external adapter
External power supply and voltage regulator if USB can't provide enough power
Quartz crystall oscilator circuit 8Mhz
Extension pin headers for each uC pin
Four mounting holes 3.3 mm (0.13")
Grid 100 mils
GND bus
Vcc bus
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3.9x3.15")

DOCUMENTS:

AVR-USB-162.pdf users manual

HARDWARE:

AVR-USB-162 schematic
AVR ICSP connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

Atmal USB FLIP programming software for programming
AVR-USB-162 blink LED demo code (C source and HEX)
AVR-USB-162 button demo code (C source and HEX)
AVR-USB-162 frequency generator (C code and HEX)
AVR-USB-162 mouse demo code C source
AVR-USB-162 virtual COM port demo code C source
MyUSB LGPL USB stack from Dean Camera

To enter the bootloader mode you shoud press and hold the 'BUT' button, then press and release RST button. If you prefer to use ICSP programmer note that only AVR-ISP-MK2 supports the AT90USB162 as they are pretty new devices. It's likely AVR Dude will add support later, but for the moment you can't use AVR-PG1 or AVR-PG2 for ICSP programming. Also, the AT90USB162 supports only debug Wire not JTAG so to debug it you require the AT-JTAGICE-MK2.

MAXQ-2000STK Starter Kit and Evaluation Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 14:35:32 GMT

MAXQ-2000STK MAXQ2000-RAX STARTER KIT + EVALUATION BOARD
FEATURES:

MCU: MAX2000-RAX up to 20 Mhz( single clock per instruction i.e. up to 20MIPS), low power 190 uA @ 8Mhz, power supply 1.8-2.5V, 16 bit microcontroller with 64 KB Flash (10K re-programing cycles), 2KB RAM, 3x 16bit Timers, 2x UART, 1x SPI, 1-wire, build-in driver for 132 segment LCD
LCD display
JTAG connector
20 Mhz (on socket) and 32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
RS232 connector, one can be used for code bootloader
SPI port connector
1-wire iButton connector
Buzzer
Li-io 3V battery connector on board
Four buttons on ports with interrupts
RESET button
Two on-board power supply voltage regulators supplying +1.8-2.2-2.5V to core and +3.3V to GPIOs
Board can be powered by the JTAG (if MAXQ-JTAG-USB is used)
Power supply filtering capacitors
Extension headers for each uC pin on 0.1" row header
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions:100x80 mm (1.8x1.8")
Prototype area with GND and 3.3V bus
Power jack connecotor for AC/DC power supply
DOCUMENTS:

MAXQ-2000STK.chm
HARDWARE:

Schematic of MAXQ-2000STK
MAXQ JTAG connector (TOP view)
SOFTWARE:

Sample C demo code for IAR EW for MAXQ for LCD drive, Buttons, Buzzer, UART, LED blink etc.

MAXQ-P2000 Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 14:29:54 GMT

MAXQ-P2000 MAXQ2000-RAX PROTOTYPE BOARD
FEATURES:

MCU: MAX2000-RAX up to 20 Mhz( single clock per instruction i.e. up to 20MIPS), low power 190 uA @ 8Mhz, power supply 1.8-2.5V, 16 bit microcontroller with 64 KB Flash (10K re-programing cycles), 2KB RAM, 3x 16bit Timers, 2x UART, 1x SPI, 1-wire, build-in driver for 132 segment LCD
JTAG connector
20 Mhz (on socket) and 32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
2x RS232 connectors, one can be used for code bootloader
1x SPI port on connector
1-wire connector
Buzzer
Li-io 3V battery connector on board (no RS232 power supply when using this battery)
Two buttons on ports with interrupts
RESET button
Status LED
Power supply LED
Two on-board power supply voltage regulators supplying +1.8-2.2-2.5V to core and +3.3V to GPIOs
PWR_JTAG allow board to be power supplied by the JTAG (if MAXQ-JTAG-USB is used)
Power supply filtering capacitors
Extension headers for each uC pin on 0.1" row header
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions:100x80 mm (1.8x1.8")
Prototype area with GND and 3.3V bus
Power jack connector for AC/DC power supply
DOCUMENTS:

MAXQ-P2000.chm
HARDWARE:

Schematic of MAXQ-P2000
MAXQ JTAG connector (TOP view)
SOFTWARE:

Sample C demo code for IAR EW for MAXQ for Buttons, Buzzer, UART, LED blink etc. here.
Sample C demo code for CrossWorks for MAXQ
Sample assembler demo code for MAXQ-IDE.

AVR ICSP Programming Accessory

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 13:15:32 GMT

This is an adapter assembly that converts 2x5 pin ICSP to 2x3 pin mini-ICSP. Comes with a mini-ICSP cable terminated female at both ends. The adapter board comes terminated as male 2x3 pin to female 2x5 pin.

Cable is about 12cm long.

MOD NRF24LR Transceiver Dev Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 12:35:46 GMT

MOD-NRF24Lx RF 2.4GHz TRANSCEIVER MODULE WITH NRF24L01
FEATURES:

NRF24L01 2.4GHz low power transceiver
UEXT to connect to host micro-controller (standard connector on Olimex ARM development boards)
SPI 0-8Mhz interface
125 RF channels
Up to 2Mbit data rate
1.8-3.6V operating voltage
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), red soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: MOD-NRF24LR - 34x18 mm (1.34x0.7"); MOD-NRF24LS - 51x18 mm (2.0 x 0.7")
DOCUMENTS:

MOD-NRF24L.pdf
HARDWARE:

MOD-NRF24L schematic
SOFTWARE:

LPC-P2148 demo code for bi-directional communication with MOD-NRF24L

FAQ:

Q: What is the difference between MOD-NRF24LS and MOD-NRF24LS?
A: The antenna shape in MOD-NRF24LS is srtight and gives few meters more distance in the communication, MOD-NRF24LR is more compact

Q: What is the communication distance?
A: In open air MOD-NRF24LS communicate about 65 meters, MOD-NRF24LR about 62 meters. In buildings the 2.4Ghz signal fades very quickly through the walls, and usually signal is lost if pass 1-2 walls but is received without problem in the single room area even in bigger rooms like 20x20 meters.

Q: How MOD-NRF24Lx interference with Bluetooth, WiFi, ZigBee?
A: MOD-NRF24Lx have 125 channels for communication, some of them are same channels used for Bluetooth, Zigbee and WiFi, so user must implement colision detection and switch through channels until they find free communication channel.

Q: Do these modules need some certification for use?
A: 2.4Ghz is free band for communication in most countries. The output level by MOD-NRF24Lx modules is within the standard specs so you don't need any certification to use these modules.

Desoldering Braid

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 10:21:03 GMT

This hugely useful stuff can help save all manner of catastrophic soldering mishaps. No soldering station should be without at least one of these.

DESOLDERING BRAID, 2.7MM

Length:1.5m

Width, External:2.7mm

LED - Yellow 3mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 10:09:03 GMT

Basic, bog standard 3mm yellow LED. Ideal for visual display of power, data, or just to make sure that a logic output is doing what it should be.

LED, 3MM, 70�, YELLOW

LED / Lamp Size:3mm

Colour, LED:Yellow

Angle, Viewing:76�

Voltage, Vf Max:2.6V

Temperature, Operating Range:-40�C to +85�C

Case Style:Radial

Current Rating:20mA

Current, Forward If:20mA

Current, If Max:100mA

Luminous Intensity, Max:16mcd

Luminous Intensity, Min:5.5mcd

Luminous Intensity, Typ:9.5mcd

Power Dissipation:85mW

Temperature, Storage Max:+85�C

Temperature, Storage Min:-40�C

Termination Type:Radial Leaded

Voltage, Reverse Protection:5V

Voltage, Vf Min:1.7V

Voltage, Vf Typ:2.1V

Wavelength, Dominant Typ:590nm

Wavelength, Peak:587nm

LED - Green 3mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 09:01:48 GMT

Basic, bog standard 3mm green LED. Ideal for visual display of power, data, or just to make sure that a logic output is doing what it should be.

LED, 3MM, 70�, GREEN

LED / Lamp Size:3mm

Colour, LED:Green

Angle, Viewing:76�

Voltage, Vf Max:2.6V

Temperature, Operating Range:-40�C to +85�C

Case Style:Radial

Current Rating:20mA

Current, Forward If:20mA

Current, If Max:100mA

Luminous Intensity, Max:10mcd

Luminous Intensity, Min:3mcd

Luminous Intensity, Typ:6mcd

Power Dissipation:85mW

Temperature, Storage Max:+85�C

Temperature, Storage Min:-40�C

Termination Type:Radial Leaded

Voltage, Reverse Protection:5V

Voltage, Vf Min:1.7V

Voltage, Vf Typ:2.1V

Wavelength, Dominant Typ:570nm

Wavelength, Peak:568nm

LED - Red 3mm

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 08:59:47 GMT

Basic, bog standard 3mm Red LED. Ideal for visual display of power, data, or just to make sure that a logic output is doing what it should be.

LED, 3MM, 70�, HI-RED

LED / Lamp Size:3mm

Colour, LED:HI Red

Angle, Viewing:76�

Voltage, Vf Max:2.6V

Temperature, Operating Range:-40�C to +85�C

Case Style:Radial

Current Rating:10mA

Current, Forward If:10mA

Current, If Max:50mA

Luminous Intensity, Max:3.8mcd

Luminous Intensity, Min:1.2mcd

Luminous Intensity, Typ:2.6mcd

Power Dissipation:45mW

Temperature, Storage Max:+85�C

Temperature, Storage Min:-40�C

Termination Type:Radial Leaded

Voltage, Reverse Protection:5V

Voltage, Vf Min:1.7V

Voltage, Vf Typ:2.1V

Wavelength, Dominant Typ:650nm

Wavelength, Peak:697nm

PIC-ICD2-POCKET Debugger / Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 12:53:42 GMT

PIC-ICD2-POCKET is the world's smallest PIC ICD2 debugger and programmer, with only 55 x 55 mm (2.16 x 2.16") dimensions and only 30gr weight (without ICSP cable and packing) this little device fits in your pocket and is very convenient to carry with you when you work in field.

***NOTE THIS IS THE RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT FOR THE NOW OBSOLETE PIC-ICD2***

PIC-ICD2-POCKET is completely replacement of Microchip's original MPBA-ICD2 and with it you can do everything you can do with the original MPLAB-ICD2, the only difference is that MPLAB-ICD2 have also RS232 while PIC-ICD2-POCKET operates only from USB. PIC-ICD2-POCKET is a low cost, real-time debugger and programmer for selected PIC® MCUs and dsPIC® DSCs.

Programs can be downloaded, executed in real time and examined in detail with the debug functions of MPLAB. Set watch variables and breakpoints from symbolic labels in C or assembly source code, and single step through C source lines or into assembly code. PIC-ICD2-POCKET can also be used as a development programmer for supported MCUs. The secret behind In Circuit Debugging is two dedicated hardware lines (microcontroller pins used only during debugging mode) that control In Circuit Serial Programming™ (ICSP™) of the device and, afterwards, debugging through proprietary, on-chip firmware.

The ICD 2 debug features are built into the microcontroller and activated by programming the debug code into the target processor. There is some shared overhead expense that includes one stack level, some general purpose file registers and a small area of program memory.

FEATURES:

USB (Full Speed 2 M bits/s) interface to host PC
Real time background debugging
MPLAB IDE GUI (latest release available for free download from Microchip's web site)
Built in over-voltage/short circuit monitor
Firmware upgradeable from PC
Light plastic enclosure
Supports low voltage to 2.0 volts. (2.0 to 6.0 range)
Diagnostic bi-color LED (Busy, Error)
USB power status green LED
Reading/Writing memory space and EEDATA areas of target microcontroller
Programs configuration bits
Erase of program memory space with verification
Peripheral freeze-on-halt stops timers at breakpoints

HARDWARE:

PIC ICSP connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

MPLAB-IDE - you can download the latest version from Microchip's web site.

FAQ from the manufacturer:
Q: What's the difference between PIC-ICD2-POCKET and MPLAB-ICD2 (PIC-ICD2)?
A: There is no functional difference between them and PIC-ICD2-POCKET is 100% compatible to MPLAB-ICD2. The only difference is the ICSP connector - Microchip uses RJ45 phone jack connector, we use 0.1" step. PIC-ICD2-POCKET also have no RS232 connector for connection to PC host, this is obsolete and slow interface and for the sake of miniaturization we decided to cut it from this design.

Q: What USB cable I need?
A: You must have USB type A-B cable to connect to PC, all PC USB hosts have USB-A connector while PIC-ICD2-POCKET have USB-B connector so the cable should be USB A-to-B type.

Q: What should I know when connect PIC-ICD2-POCKET to target board.
A: It's very important your target PIC MCLR to not be connected directly to VCC! During the programming/debugging MCLR goes as high as 13VDC and if your target MCLR is connected directly to target VCC you will blow either PIC-ICD2-POCKET either your target board. Use always 10K pullup resistor from MCLR to VCC.

Q: I'm on very low budget. What is the difference between PIC-ICD2-POCKET and PIC-ICD2-TINY?
A: There are two major differences between PIC-ICD2-POCKET and PIC-ICD2-TINY: 1. TINY have only RS232 port and works slower than PIC-ICD2-POCKET; 2. TINY have fixed 13VDC Vpp while PIC-ICD2-POCKET have variable voltage Vpp, some new PIC microcontrollers have max.limit of 12.5V for Vpp and diode drop circuit should be used if you work with TINY.

LS20031 GPS Module (5Hz)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 08:10:13 GMT

The LS20031 GPS receiver is a complete 5Hz GPS smart antenna receiver, that includes an embedded antenna and GPS receiver circuits. This low-cost unit outputs an astounding amount of position information 5 times a second. The receiver is based on the proven technology found in LOCOSYS 66 channel GPS SMD type receivers that use MediaTek chip solution.

The GPS smart antenna will track up to 66 satellites at a time while providing fast time-to-first-fix, one-second navigation update and low power consumption. It can provide you with superior sensitivity and performace even in urban canyon and dense foliage environments. The capabilities meet the sensitivity requirements of car navigation as a well as other location-based applications.

Note: Unit does not contain a connector. There are 5 bare pads you can solder to.

MediaTek MT3329 solution

5Hz output

57600bps TTL serial interface

3.3V @ 29mA

66 Channel GPS

Fast TTFF at low signal level

Up to 5Hz update rate

Capable of SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS)

Built-in micro battery to preserve system data for rapid satellite acquisition

LED indicator for fix or no fix

Documents:

Datasheet

Example Configuration from DIYDrones

Resources

'MiniGPS' application for changing module settings>

PIC-P32MX Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 08:50:30 GMT

PIC-P32MX PROTOTYPE BOARD FOR PIC32MX340F512 MICROCONTROLLER
INTRODUCTION:

The NEW PIC32 32 bit MIPS 4K core processor from Microchip offers speed and performance at low cost. This entry level board features the PIC32MX340F512 MCU with 512 KB of Flash 32KB RAM, 80Mhz clock, UARTs, PWMs, DMAs. The board has both ICSP and JTAG connectors so it can be programmed with PIC-ICD2 or JTAG tools

FEATURES:

PIC32MX340F512 microcontroller
UEXT connector for other Olimex modules like MOD-MP3, MOD-NRF24Lx, MOD-SMB380, MOD-RFID125 etc.
ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-ICD2 or PIC-ICD2-POCKET.
JTAG connector
RD232 interface with driver
8 Mhz and 32768 Hz Xtals
Status LED
User Button
Reset button
Power plug-in jack with diode bridge can be powered with AC or DC power supply
3.3V voltage regulator
Extension slot on every uC pin
100 mm grid
GND bus
Vcc bus
Four mounting holes 3,3 mm (0,13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3,9x3,15")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-P32MX.pdf - User manual

HARDWARE:

PIC-P32MX schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Button read demo code C source
TIMER1 demo code C source
TIMER1 + button + uart demo code C source
TIMER1 + button demo code C source
UART basic demo code C source
UART with interrupts demo code C source

ATtiny2313 MCU

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 04:18:12 GMT

Atmel's ATtiny2313 8-Bit Processor.

2K of program space
15 I/O lines.
UART compatible pins.
Runs up to 20MHz with external crystal.
Package can be programmed in circuit.

Documents: Atmel Datasheets

LPC-H2888 Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 06:38:46 GMT

LPC-H2888 LOW COST COMPACT LPC2888 ARM7 MICROCONTROLLER HEADER DEVELOPMENT PROTOTYPE BOARD

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2888 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 1MBytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, DMA, SD/MMC controller, I2C, I2S, DC/DC convertor 0.9-1.8V allows single 1.5V cell operation, 2 32bit TIMERS, LCD controller, 10 bit general purpose ADC, stereo 16 bit ADC and DACs
Perfect for portable players, controllers as need only one 1.5V cell to operate
High Speed 480Mbps USB connector
SDRAM 32MBytes
External Flash 2MBytes
ARM JTAG 2x10 pin connector
RESET circuit , RESET button
Status LED
12 Mhz crystal
120 pin 0.1" extension headers for all microcontroller ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 55x50 mm (2.16x1.98")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-H2888 power supply jumper description
LPC-H2888 pinout
LPC2888 datasheets and application notes at NXP web site
LPC-H2888 dimensions
HARDWARE:

ARM JTAG connector layout
LPC-H2888 schematic
SOFTWARE:

eLua - Lua programming language project for LPC-H2888 build with GCC and OpenOCD
Memory test, blinking LED EW-ARM 4.11 project and sources
HighSpeedUSB example for EW-ARM 4.11 project and sources
NXP code bundle for LPC2888 peripherials
LPC-H2888 demo code for EW-ARM 5.20

MSP430-JTAG-ISO Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 09:55:46 GMT

MSP430-JTAG-ISO OPTO ISOLATED PROFESSIONAL USB JTAG FOR MASS PROGRAMMING AND FLASH EMULATION

FEATURES

Programs all MSP430Fxxx flash microcontrollers
Ultra fast programming 13KB/s faster several times than TI-USB-FET (1.3KB when spy-bi-wire)
Uses TI standard 2x7 pin JTAG connector
Spy-Bi-Wire support for the newest TI MSP430 devices
Can burn the MSP430 JTAG security fuse
Optoisolation 1000VDC, target circuit can be high voltage powered (electricity meters safe debugging)
Can supply target with variable voltage
Internal Flash - can work stand alone (with external power supply +12VDC)
Can work without computer in-field for firmware upgrade
MSP430.dll makes it compatible with all existing software which works with TI-USB-FET (emulates TI-USB-FET)
Compatible with IAR Kickstart software for programming, real time emulation, debugging, step by step program execution, breakpoints, memory dump etc everything all high priced emulators do
With IAR Kickstart you can write in assembler unlimited code size and to write in C with 2K limit for all MSP430 microcontrollers
Works with free GCC C compiler and Insight MSP430 toolchain and debugger
For MAC-OS users: reported to work with PS X 10.4 and current Parallels
Dimensions 90x50x20 mm (3.5x2x0.8") + 20 cm (8") cable

DOCUMENTS:

MSP430-JTAG-ISO drivers Ver.1.032 - 03-SEP-2008 add support for all devices released by TI to September 2008 +Vista32 support
MSP430-JTAG-ISO How to Install with EW-MSP430
SPY-BI-WIRE connection please pay attention if you want to use SBW devices as the JTAG connection is different than TI layout
MSP430-JTAG-ISO - LED functions

HARDWARE:

MSP430-JTAG-ISO connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

OLIMEX MSP430-PROGRAMMER - REV 1.1 freeware - stand alone software which allow you to program MSP430 devices without any 3rd party software
MSP430 Kick Start C compiler and debugger (free for assembly language, limited for C)
MSPGCC - free C compiler and debugger

FAQ : From Manufacturer Olimex

Q: What should be the polarity of the external power supply jack?
A: Inner pin is + there is protection diode so you can't go wrong.

Q: What is the maximum input voltage for the external power supply jack?
A: There should be 12VDC regulated voltage with 100mA current source, if more voltage is applied this will overheat the internal DC/DC isolation converter, the voltage should not exceed 14VDC in any case as it will damage the unit.

Q: How safe is to debug with my USB port what is the insulation voltage?
A: You can connect MSP430-JTAG-ISO to high voltage target and use with USB port connection, there is 1000VDC insulation.

Q: Can I use MSP430-JTAG-ISO with XYZ development IDE/tools?
A: MSP430.dll which is provided with MSP430-JTAG-ISO are 100% compliant to Texas Instruments MSP430.dll and will work with *every* development software which supports the original TI MSP430-FET and MSP430-USBFET hardware platforms, we have tested EW-MSP430, Rowley CrossWorks, our customers have reported success with MSPGCC.

Q: At what voltage is target programming when MSP430-JTAG-ISO is working in stand alone mode?
A: If your target is not powered externally MSP430-JTAG-ISO will power it up with 3.3V, if target is powered MSP430-JTAG-ISO will detect and follow the target voltage. Note that your target voltage should meet Flash programming minimum voltage otherwise you will get error during programming.

Q: Other companies charge money for MSP430 programming software, why yours is free?
A: To write MSP430 programming software using the TI MSP430.dll is very easy job, there would be probably tons of such programmers available if TI was not keeping the DLL content secret. The programmer software we offer is beta testing software so it may have bugs although we use it for years in house. Now we decided to release it for the public as we got number of request if we know for such software :). As we are more hardware company than software and we never got involved in sales of software we decided just to release it as freeware and not hassle with software copy protections and such.Note that it's not open source but copyrighted software, but it cost you nothing to obtain or distribute it. We are going to fix all reported bugs in timely manner but keep in mind that it's not commercial project and our peoples have lot of other stuff to do.

Switch - Mini Tactile PCB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 10:49:22 GMT

Miniature Single Pull Single Throw switches. These are high quality momentary on switches. Perfect as a tactile reset switch. Mounts directly into standard bread boards. Rated up to 50mA. 6mm x 6mm x 4mm

MOD-RFID125 RFID Reader USB Dongle

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:18:22 GMT

MOD-RFID125 USB RFID READER FOR 125 KHZ TAGS WITH EMULATION OF KEYBOARD AND RS232
FEATURES:

USB plug in module, works with every USB host which supports HID Keyboard and CDC
Reads RFID125 kHz tags from up to 5-15 cm distance
Emulates USB keyboard or Virtual COM port
Dimensions: 50x20x5mm (2.0x0.8x0.2")
DOCUMENTS:

MOD-RFID125.pdf user manual
MOD-RFID125 Windows 'Drivers'
SOFTWARE:

n.a. as works with every computer with USB host

Power Over Ethernet Adaptor

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:11:58 GMT

The MOD-POE board injects the necessary power supply in UTP LAN cable, so that the PIC-MICRO-WEB can take the power and Ethernet from same cable.

FEATURES:

DC-DC step up converter
Requires power supply in range 9-24VDC
Outputs 24volts DC on PoE LAN wires
Dimensions 50x30 mm (2 x 1.2")

HARDWARE:

MOD-POE schematic

Jumper Wires - Female to Female

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 12:03:32 GMT

These are 100mm long jumpers with female connectors on both ends. Use these to jumper from any male header on any board, to any other male header. Combine these with the male to male jumpers to create a male to female jumper. Multiple jumpers can be installed next to one another on a 0.1" header. Comes as 1 package of ten jumpers (possible colors shown).

***PLEASE NOTE*** Photograph shows available colours, but each pack has just ONE colour inside it. Colours are assigned randomly. We are unable to take orders for specific colours
Dimensions: 100mm long

Voltage Regulator - 3.3V

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:56:14 GMT

Basic voltage regulators in the TO-220 package. Perfect for low voltage 3.3V parts.

Documents: Datasheet for LD1117V33 - 3.3V Regulator : 800mA Max

SSOP to DIP Adapter 28-Pin

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:39:24 GMT

8, 16, 20, and 28-Pin SSOP to DIP break out boards. The footprint was rotated to accommodate different width SSOP devices and can be used with any pin count up to 28 pins.

Designed to be used with 0.65mm pitch devices but can also be used with 0.025" pitch devices (comes out to ~0.635mm). We've made these 0.635mm devices fit just fine. Can be used with packages from 0.200" (5mm) up to 0.450" (11.4mm) in width.

Breaks out SSOP pins to standard .6" (600mil) and .3" (300mil) DIP width to be used in any DIP socket or bread board. The 8 and 16 boards have a 300mil spacing. The 20 and 28 pin boards have 600mil spacing between the DIP pins.

Dimensions:

8-Pin : 0.5x0.5" (12.7x12.7mm)
16-Pin : 0.5x1.0" (12.7x25.4mm)
20-Pin : 0.7x1.0" (18x25.4mm)
28-Pin : 0.7x1.4" (18x35.5mm)
40 Pin break-away headers are perfect for use with these custom PCBs. Machine pin headers may be a better option for IC sockets.

Supported Devices: Pad layout fits all standard SSOP .65mm and can accommodate .635mm pitch devices.

LPC-2478-STK Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:47:09 GMT

uC LINUX DEVELOPMENT PROTOTYPE BOARD WITH LPC2478 TFT LCD, PS2 KEYBOARD, USB,ETHERNET, SD/MMC IN CREDIT CARD FORMAT

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2478
LCD 3.5" 320x240 24bit color TFT color with backlight and touchscreen
MP3 decoder DSP + codec VS1002D
3-axis digital accelerometer with 11 bit accuracy
64MB SDRAM
USB host connector
USB device connector
IrDA transciever (optional)
MICTOR trace connector (optional)
PS2 keyboard connector
100Mbit Ethernet
CAN driver and connector
RS232 with ICSP control
SD/MMC card connector
JTAG connector
(optional) MICTOR TRACE connector
Reset button and circuit
2 buttons
1 trimpot
UEXT connector
Audio IN
Audio OUT
RTC battery
FR-4, 1.5 mm, red soldermask, component print
Dimensions:134.6x101.6mm (5.3 x 4.0")

DOCUMENTS:

LPC-2478.pdf - users manual
LCD datasheet
LCD video controller IC datasheet
HARDWARE:

LPC-2478STK schematic
SOFTWARE:

Uboot pre-loaded and uCLinux sources and binaries on CD
LPC2478-STK demo code for EW-ARM 5.20 note that this will overwrite the Uboot image in the internal flash and you have to restore it later with the instructions from the CD

SOT23 to DIP Adapter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:14:48 GMT

6 pin SOT-23 to DIP adaptor. Created to take SOT23 of various pin sizes breakout to DIP. This will work with 3-pin MOSFETs, BJTs, Voltage Regulators (SOT-23-5), and various other Micro6, Micro5, etc packages.

DIP width is 7.62mm and will fit nicely into any breadboard or DIP socket.

Dimensions: 8.64mm x 11.68mm

40 Pin break-away headers are perfect for use with these custom PCBs. Machine pin headers may be a better option for IC sockets.

Supported Devices: Pad layout fits all standard SOT23 packages including:

SOT-23
SOT-23-3
SOT-23-6
Micro3
5-MicroSMD
All other similar SOT23 packages

Logic Level Converter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 05:41:24 GMT

If you've ever tried to connect a 3.3V device to a 5V system, you know what a challenge it can be. This useful logic level converter is a small device that safely steps down 5V signals to 3.3V and steps up 3.3V to 5V. This level converter also works with 2.8V and 1.8V devices. Each level converter has the capability of converting 4 pins on the high side to 4 pins on the low side. Two inputs and two outputs are provided for each side.

Bread board friendly! Can be used with normal serial, I2C, SPI, and any other digital signal. Does not work with an analog signal.

The level converter is very easy to use. The board needs to be powered from the two voltages sources (high voltage and low voltage) that your system is using. High voltage (5V for example) to the 'HV' pin, low voltage (2.8V for example) to 'LV', and ground from the system to the 'GND' pin.

Pins are labeled as Inputs and Outputs. These are relative to the board. A digital one going into the RXI pin on the 5V side will show up on the RXO pin on the 3.3V side as 3.3V. A digital one going into the TXI pin on the 3.3V side will show up on the TXO pin on the 5V side as 5V.

Dimensions: 0.5x0.6"

Documents: Schematic

Logomatic v2 Serial SD Datalogger

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:04:54 GMT

The Logomatic v2 takes everything we learned with multiple logging projects over the years and boils it down to an easy to use device, that is now more adaptable than ever! Version 2 incorporates the LPC2148 with USB, battery charging, and microSD support. This allows us to use the SparkFun LPC2148 USB bootloader for even easier and faster modification of the firmware. No programmer required!

The Logomatic v2 uses a USB mass storage stack to appear under any operating system as a flash drive. Logs are created in FAT16 format on the micro-SD media and can be downloaded quickly over a USB connection by dragging and dropping the text files from the device. The microSD card can also be removed and inserted into a card reader to download the logs.

Board comes with a JST connector to be powered from our line-up of LiPo batteries or other power sources up to 7.5VDC. If you choose to use LiPo batteries, the Logomatic v2 has a built-in charger to charge batteries off USB.

The Logomatic v2 ships with basic serial text and analog logging. Users can easily start with this firmware but are encouraged to modify the firmware for their specific requirements. It's a truly flexible logger.

Features:

LPC2148 ARM7

512K user flash

10 available GPIO pins

Built-in RTC

2 Status LEDs

USB Link LED

External interrupt

micro-SD socket

Compatible with low-cost flash media (related below) up to 2GB

Built-in MAX1555 USB charger (300mA max)

Built-in USB mass storage device bootloader

Dimensions: 1.5x2.4"
Documents:

Datasheet

Schematic

Main firmware

Bootloader tutorial

Compass Module - HMC6352

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 09:52:59 GMT

This is a very simple breakout board for the popular HMC6352. Remember the KISS mantra? We really enjoy the simplicity and ease of use with the HMC6352. If you need simple, clean, degree resolution compass heading, this is the way to go.
Features:

Simple I2C interface

2.7 to 5.2V supply range

1 to 20Hz selectable update rate

True drop-in solution

0.5 degree heading resolution

1 degree repeatability

Supply current : 1mA @ 3V

Documents:

HMC6352 Datasheet

Honeywell Product Page

Example I2C project

mbed Example

MSP430-P169 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 26 Oct 2008 09:33:08 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: MSP430F169 with 60K Bytes Program Flash, 256 Bytes data Flash, 2K Bytes RAM
JTAG connector
RS232 driver + DB9 conector
User button
power supply LED
user status LED
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
optional high frequency crystal (socket)
RESET button
RST/NMI pin pull-up
external power supply jack for AC or DC power supply
Voltage regulator + power supply filtering capacitor
extension headers for each uC pin
prototype area with 0.1" step, Vcc + GND bus
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 100x80 mm (3.9x3.15")

DOCUMENTS:

MSP430-Pxxx-dimensions

HARDWARE:

MSP430-PXXX schematic
MSP430-JTAG connector (top)

USB A to B Cable

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:31:39 GMT

Everybody needs one, or two or three... these handy USB cables are perfect for use with many of the USB driven boards we stock.
Features :

1.8 metres long
Black
Connector types A and B
USB 2.0 compatible

LPC-L2294 8MB

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 10:10:41 GMT

LPC-L2294 DEVELOPMENT PROTOTYPE BOARD WITH 8MB SRAM, 4MB FLASH, CAN, RS232, ETHERNET, SD/MMC

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2294 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S�t with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, EXTERNAL MEMORY BUS, RTC,4x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, 4x CAN, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
1 MB (256K x 32 bit) fast 10 ns K6R4016V1D SRAM or 8MB (2Mx32bit) 70 ns K1S321611 SRAM
2MB (1MB x 16bit) 70ns TE28F160C3BD70 or 4MB (2Mx16bit) 70ns TE28F320C3BD70 C3 INTEL FLASH
Ethernet controller with CS8900A and RJ45 connector (16bit mode with interrupt)
RS232 port
CAN drivers and connector
SD/MMC card connector
all LPC2294 port signals available on extension coonectors
RESET circuit with exterman control of Philips ISP utility via USB-RS232 virtual port
Jumpers for boot select from external memory
Jumpers for ISP/RUN mode
1 user button
RESET button
two on board voltage regulators 1.8V and 3.3V with up to 800mA current
FR-4, 1.5 mm, red soldermask, component print
Dimensions: 118 x 101 mm ( 4.65 x 3.97")

DOCUMENTS:

LPC-L2294.pdf

HARDWARE:

LPC-L2294-1MB schematic
LPC-L2294-8MB schematic

SOFTWARE:

we work on uclinux bootloader and pre-compiled image which will be included on accompany CD (will be available only for LPC-L2294-8MB version)
eCos port instructions from Sergei Gavrikov who managed to port and run eCos on this board.
BLINK LED project for GCC+OpenOCD+ECLIPSE
GCC+Eclipse+OpenOCD uIP complete project
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for LPC-L2294. The complete list of projects included is here.

Arduino Pro 328 - 5V/16Mhz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 09:32:03 GMT

It's blue! It's skinny! It's the Arduino Pro! SparkFun's minimal design approach to Arduino. This is a 5V Arduino running the 16MHz bootloader (select 'Arduino Diecimila' within the Arduino software). The Arduino Pro is very much like the Skinny, but we added a handful of features to become a fully certified Arduino board. The power switch was moved to the side of the board (good idea Limor!) to allow control when a shield is attached.

Arduino Pro does not come with connectors populated so that you can solder in any connector or wire with any orientation you need. We recommend first time Arduino users start with the Diecimila. It's a great board that will get you up and running quickly. The Arduino Pro series is meant for advanced users that understand the limitations of system voltage (5V), lack of connectors, and USB off board.

We wanted Arduino Pro to be low profile. The DC power jack footprint is available, but not populated. We recommend running the board with a LiPo battery for better portability.

We really wanted to minimize the cost of an Arduino. The Arduino Pro is like the Arduino Diecimila (same pin out) but to keep the cost low, we used all SMD components, made it two layer, etc. This board connects directly to the FTDI Basic Breakout board and supports auto-reset. The Arduino Pro also works with the FTDI cable but the FTDI cable does not bring out the DTR pin so the auto-reset feature will not work.

Features:

ATmega328 running at 16MHz external resonator. Select 'Arduino Diecimila' board to get the delay functions to work correctly.
USB connection off board

5V regulator

Reverse polarity protected

DC input 5V up to 12V

Resettable fuse prevents damage to board in case of short

Power select switch acts as on/off switch

Documents:

Schematic

Eagle Files
Arduino Pro Hompage

Getting Started

AVR-ISP500-ISO Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 10:53:29 GMT

AVR-ISP500-ISO - USB STK500v2 COMPATIBLE AVR PROGRAMMER WITH 6 PIN AND 10 PIN ICSP CONNECTOR SUPPORT AND 1000VDC ISOLATION

INFO:

AVR-ISP500-ISO is a professional, fast and reliable USB AVR programmer. It has two modes of work: STK500 compatible USB programmer and USB Mass storage. In STK500 mode it works directly with AVR Studio. It is recognized as a STK500 programmer and programs all AVRs. If you do not want to use AVRStudio you can use AVR-ISP500 with AVR Dude. In Mass Storage mode the device creates a new drive on your computer and when you drag and drop the HEX file to this drive it programs the the target AVR attached to the ICSP connector. This is totally platform independant and works on any computer with USB host without need for any additional software.

The AVR-ISP500-ISO has internal flash of 2MB and can log AVRStudio communication and then reply it with single button push. This means once you load the code in the internal flash you can program quickly many targets with single button press.

The AVR-ISP500-ISO is isolated from the target with 1000VDC isolation, this means you can use it with targets working on high voltage without risk of damaging your computer.

FEATURES

Connects to PC via USB 2.0 Full speed
1000VDC galvano isolation
STK500 compatible mode
Mass Storage mode
Internal flash of 2 MB for stand alone programming with a single button press
USB powered
uses Atmel's 2x5 pin ICSP and 2x3 connector layout
dimensions 45x30 mm (1.7x1.2") + 20 cm (8") cable

DOCUMENTS:

AVR-ISP500-ISO.pdf users manual

HARDWARE:

AVR ICSP 10 pin connector (top view)
AVR ICSP 6 pin connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

AVR-ISP500-ISO- USB drivers
AVR-ISP500-ISO firmware updater firmware upgrader REVISION 1.003 / 09.09.2008
AVR-ISP500-ISO mass storage mass storage firmware image
AVR Studio
AVR Dude

PIC-P40-USB Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 22:36:43 GMT

This board was designed to allow easy interfacing of embedded projects to computers with USB. F232 USB-to-RS232 converter IC creates virtual "COM" port to the PC and you can easily send and receive date using the good old fashioned RS232 interface in the PIC microcontroller.

FEATURES

Supports all 28 pin PIC microcontrollers
ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-MCP or PIC-PG1,PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3, PIC-PG4 and debugging with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY(* for the PICs with ICD support) PIC16F87X is also supported by the low cost PIC-ICD1
USB to RS232 FT232 converter
I2C EEPROM socket
USB powered
Power supply filtering capacitors
Quartz crystall oscilator circuit 20Mhz
Reset button
General purpose push button connected to RE2
Status LED connected to RE1 via removable jumper
DIL40 microcontroller socket
Extension pin headers for each uC pin
Four mounting holes 3.3 mm (0.13")
100 mm grid
GND bus
Vcc bus
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3.9x3.15")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-P40.pdf - Users manual

HARDWARE:

PIC-P40-USB schematic
PIC ICSP connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

Blink LED for PIC16F877 demo code (C source and HEX)
Button read for PIC16F877 demo code (C source and HEX)
RS232 send/receive for PIC16F877 demo code (C source and HEX)

Vibration Motor

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 22:19:49 GMT

This itty-bitty, shaftless vibratory motor is perfect for non-audible indicators. Use in any number of applications to indicate to the wearer when a status has changed. All moving parts are protected within the housing. With a 2-3.6V operating range, these units shake crazily at 3V. Once anchored to a PCB or within a pocket, the unit vibrates softly but noticeably. This high quality unit comes with a 3M adhesive backing and reinforced connection wires.
Documents: Datasheet

Arduino Pro Mini 328 3.3V/8Mhz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:20:28 GMT

It's blue! It's thin (0.8mm)! It's the Arduino Pro Mini! SparkFun's minimal design approach to Arduino. This is a 3.3V Arduino running the 8MHz bootloader (select 'Arduino Duemilanove w/ 328' within the Arduino software). Arduino Pro Mini does not come with connectors populated so that you can solder in any connector or wire with any orientation you need. We recommend first time Arduino users start with the Duemilanove. It's a great board that will get you up and running quickly. The Arduino Pro series is meant for users that understand the limitations of system voltage (3.3V), lack of connectors, and USB off board.

The Arduino Pro Mini is like the Arduino Mini (same pin out) but to keep the cost low, Sparkfun used all SMD components, made it two layer, etc. This board connects directly to the FTDI Basic Breakout board and supports auto-reset. The Arduino Pro Mini also works with the FTDI cable but the FTDI cable does not bring out the DTR pin so the auto-reset feature will not work.

Please note: Arduino 0015 supports the ATmega328 but not yet at 8MHz. Please select 'Arduino Duemilanove w/ 328' within the Arduino software but expect your delays to work twice as long (code will run half as fast as the Duemilanove at 16MHz).

Features:

ATmega328 running at 8MHz with external resonator (0.5% tolerance)

Low-voltage board needs no interfacing circuitry to popular 3.3V devices and modules (GPS, accelerometers, sensors, etc)
USB connection off board

Supports auto-reset

3.3V regulator

Max 150mA output

Over current protected

Reverse polarity protected

DC input 3.3V up to 12V

On board Power and Status LEDs
Dimensions:
0.7x1.3" (18x33mm)
Less than 2 grams

Documents:

Eagle Files

Schematic

Arduino Pro Mini Homepage

Getting Started Tutorial

Jumper Wires - Male to Male

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 23:24:32 GMT

These are 100mm long jumpers with male connectors on both ends. Use these to jumper from any female header on any board, to any other female header. In addition they can be used as interlinks on breadboards.

Multiple jumpers can be installed next to one another on a 0.1" header. Comes as 1 package of ten jumpers (colors shown).

***PLEASE NOTE*** Photograph shows available colours, but each pack has just ONE colour inside it. Colours are assigned randomly. We are unable to take orders for specific colours

Dimensions: 100mm long

Breadboard Mini (Red)

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 23:10:12 GMT

These small, handy breadboards are big enough for most simple jobs, and make development work much easier and faster. A peel-off self adhesive backing means that they can be simply attached to existing boards.

The board has 170 tie points consisting of 34 x 5 pin rows. Dimensions are 45mm x 34mm x 9mm.

uUSB-MB5 USB to RS-232 bridge converter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:30:44 GMT

The microUSB (μUSB-MB5) is a USB to RS-232 bridge converter which is simple, cost effective, very small and easy to use. It uses a mini-B type USB connector to connect to your PC and is based on the CP2102 Bridge from Silicon Labs. It provides the user with multi baud rate serial data and access to flow control signals in a convenient 10 pin 0.1� pitch Dual-In-Line package. The μUSB-MB5 is ideal for prototype or production.

USB 2.0 compliant Full Speed 12Mbps maximum speed; Suspend supported
Hardware or Xon/Xoff handshaking supported; 300bps to 1Mbps
UART supports 5-8 bit data, 1-2 Stop bits, odd/even and no parity
Integrated EEPROM for Vendor ID, product ID, serial number, release number
On-chip 3.3V regulator available; power on reset circuit
Virtual COM port drivers allow operation with existing COM port PC applications
Supports Windows, MAC (OSX-9 and above) and Linux (2.4 kernel and above)
Self powered or USB powered; -40 to +85 deg C temp range
Small size; 15.4mm x 17.7mm (0.5� x 0.5�) approx.
Traffic/Operation LED indicates board status
Typical Applications:
The microUSB (μUSB-MB5) makes an easy USB-Serial interface, so you can easily create USB to RS-232 converters , USB to RS-422/RS-485 converters, upgrade legacy RS232 devices, make PDA and cellphone USB interface cables, barcode readers, POS terminals, etc. In any application, make sure the TX and RX lines from the μUSB are crossed over to the attached peripheral. That is, the TX from the μUSB connects to the RX of the target and the RX from the μUSB connects to the TX of the target device.

Note: The TX and RX signal levels are between 0.0 Volts and 3.3 Volts.

PIC-P40 20Mhz Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:47:37 GMT

PIC-P40 DEVELOPMENT PROTOTYPE BOARD FOR 40 PIN PIC MICROCONTROLLERS
INTRODUCTION:

With this board you can develop and prototype with any of Microchip's 40 pin PIC microcontrollers. The RS232 driver on board allows easy connection with a PC or other embedded hardware. The board has a user button and status LED. A bridge rectifier allows this board to be powered by both AC and DC power supply adapters. PIC-P40 supports both 3V low power and normal 5V operation.

FEATURES:

ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-MCP or PIC-PG1, PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3, PIC-PG4 and debugging with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY(*for the PICs with ICD support) for PIC16F87X is possible to debug with the low cost PIC-ICD1
RS232 Tx, Rx interface with MAX232 IC on socket
DIL40 microcontroller socket
Quartz crystall 20Mhz
LED to RA0 through jumper
User Button on RE2 port
Reset button
Power plug-in jack
Selectable +3.3V / +5V power supply voltage regulator
Extension slot on every uC pin
100 mm spaced grid
GND bus
Vcc bus
Four mounting holes 3.3 mm (0,13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3,9x3,15")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-P40.pdf - Users manual

HARDWARE:

PIC-P40 schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Blink LED demo code (C source and HEX)
Button read demo code (C source and HEX)
RS232 demo code (C source and HEX)

AVR-IO-M16 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:43:58 GMT

AVR-IO-M16 DEVELOPMENT BOARD WITH ATMEGA16 : 4 RELAY OUTPUTS + 4 OPTO ISOLATED INPUTS
FEATURES

ICSP 5x2 pin connector for in-circuit programming with AVR-PG1 or AVR-PG2
ATMega16-16AI
Status LED
Reset IC ZM33064
Quartz crystall oscillator circuit 16MHz
Voltage regulator +5V, 7805 and filtering capacitors
Power plug-in jack
RS232 DB9 female connector , RS232 MAX232 interface circuit with Tx, Rx signals
4 optocoupler isolated inputs with screw terminals
Input status LEDs
4 relay outputs with 5A/250VAC contacts with screw terminals
Output status LEDs
Four mounting holes 3.3 mm (0.13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0.062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 80x100 mm (3.9 x 3.15")

HARDWARE:

AVR-IO-M16 schematic

PIC LCD Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:14:19 GMT

PIC-LCD - DEVELOPMENT BOARD WITH PIC18F8490 AND LCD DISPLAY

FEATURES:

MCU: PIC18F8490 16KB Flash memory , 768 B RAM memory, LCD driver, 10 bit ADC, PWM, SPI, I2C, EUSART, TIMERS, COMPARATORS,, up to 40MHz operation
ICSP connector for PIC-ICD2 debugger, or PIC-PGx programmers
RS232 driverand connector
status LED with jumper
three user buttons
Buzzer
20Mhz crystal on socket (may be changed to any value by the user)
32768 crystal on board
Thermistor on board for temperature measurement
Extension connector for the unused PIC ports
backup +4.5V battery connector
single power supply: 6V AC or 9VDC required (must not exceed 12VDC or input voltage regulator will be destroyed!)
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 76.2 x 64mm (3 x 2.5")
HARDWARE:

PIC-LCD Schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Demo code for temperature measurement, RS232 and buzzer
Blinking LED (C source and HEX)
LCD demo (C source and HEX)
RS232 send / receive (C source and HEX)
Buttons read and Buzzer (C source and HEX)

IR Receiver Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:53:05 GMT

This is a very small IR receiver based on the TSOP85 receiver from Vishay. This receiver has all the filtering and 38kHz demodulation built into the unit. Simply point a IR remote at the receiver, hit a button, and you'll see a stream of 1s and 0s out of the data pin.

Please note: This board does not come with a header installed.
Documents:

Datasheet

Schematic

Consumer IR Information

Ultrasonic Range Finder LV-EZ3

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 14:24:37 GMT

This is the fantastically easy to use sensor from Maxbotix. We are extremely pleased with the size, quality, and ease of use of this little range finder. The serial interface is a bit odd (it's RS232 instead of TTL), but the PWM and Analog interfaces will allow any micro to listen easily enough. The sensor provides very accurate readings of 0 to 255 inches (0 to 6.45m) in 1 inch increments with little or no dead zone!

Maxbotix is offering the EZ0, EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and EZ4 with progressively narrower beam angles allowing the sensor to match the application. Please see beam width explanation below.

Control up to 10 sensors with only two pins! Checkout the Maxbotix FAQ listed below.

Features:

42kHz Ultrasonic sensor

Operates from 2.5-5.5V

Low 2mA supply current

20Hz reading rate

RS232 Serial Output - 9600bps

Analog Output - 10mV/inch

PWM Output - 147uS/inch

Small, light weight module

Documents:

Beam Width Explanation

LV-EZ3 Datasheet

Maxbotix FAQ

Checkout Mikey Sklar's flame-based trampoline, the high-lighter, using the EZ1!

Magnetic Card Blank - Low Coercivity

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 23:10:17 GMT

This is a high quality, 30mil standard card with a low coercivity magnetic stripe. The stripe can contain up to 3 tracks of information. This card can be erased and written multiple times with a compatible writer.

Dimensions: 0.03x2.12x3.38"

RFID Tag (Card) - 125kHz

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 22:43:09 GMT

This is a basic RFID tag used for presence sensing, etc. Works in the 125kHz RF range. These tags come with a unique 32-bit ID and are not re-programmable. Card is blank, smooth, and mildly flexible.
Features:

EM4001 ISO based RFID IC

125kHz Carrier

2kbps ASK

Manchester encoding

32-bit unique ID

64-bit data stream [Header+ID+Data+Parity]

AVR PG2 Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 12:34:51 GMT

AVR-PG2 - PARALLEL PORT AVR PROGRAMMER (PONY PROG, AVR DUDE) WITH STK200 COMPATIBLE ICSP CONNECTOR

INFO:

AVR-PG2 is simple and inexpensive programmer for AVR. It connects to PC parallel port and is supported by two great free softwares: Pony Prog and the open source AVR Dude. You can check on these two links for the complete list of supported devices as they are constantly updated.

FEATURES

Connects to PC via parallel (printer) port (note it will not work with USB to parallel port converter!)
AVR-PG2B is compatible with STK200 parallel port dongle programmers.
no need for external power supply as it takes the power supply from target board.
uses Atmel's 2x5 pin ICSP connector layout
dimensions 50x30 mm (2x1.3") + 20 cm (8") cable

DOCUMENTS:

AVR-PG2.pdf

HARDWARE:

AVR-PG2 schematic
AVR ICSP connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

AVR Dude -great open source project supports almost every AVR on earth
PonyProg - great free software made by Claudio Lanconelli
YAP - yet another AVR programmer? yes!

AVR PG1 Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 11:50:37 GMT

AVR-PG1 - SERIAL PORT (RS232) PONY PROG COMPATIBLE AVR PROGRAMMER WITH STKxxx 10PIN ICSP CONNECTOR

INFO:

AVR-PG1 is the most simple and inexpensive AVR programmer on the market. It works with the great free AVR programming software made by Claudio Lanconelli - the Pony Prog you can always look at the list of the supported devices on this link as it grows every month.

FEATURES

connects to PC via RS232 port (note it will not work with USB-RS232 converters!)
no need for external power supply as it takes the power supply from target board.
uses Atmel's 2x5 pin ICSP connector layout
dimensions 45x30 mm (1.7x1.2") + 20 cm (8") cable

DOCUMENTS:

AVR-PG1.pdf - users manual

HARDWARE:

AVR-PG1 schematic
AVR ICSP connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

PonyProg - free and solid

Ultrasonic Range Finder LV-EZ2

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:17:51 GMT

This is the fantastically easy to use sensor from Maxbotix. We are extremely pleased with the size, quality, and ease of use of this little range finder. The serial interface is a bit odd (it's RS232 instead of TTL), but the PWM and Analog interfaces will allow any micro to listen easily enough. The sensor provides very accurate readings of 0 to 255 inches (0 to 6.45m) in 1 inch increments with little or no dead zone!

Maxbotix is offering the EZ0, EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and EZ4 with progressively narrower beam angles allowing the sensor to match the application. Please see beam width explanation below.

Control up to 10 sensors with only two pins! Checkout the Maxbotix FAQ listed below.

Features:

42kHz Ultrasonic sensor

Operates from 2.5-5.5V

Low 2mA supply current

20Hz reading rate

RS232 Serial Output - 9600bps

Analog Output - 10mV/inch

PWM Output - 147uS/inch

Small, light weight module

Documents:

Beam Width Explanation

LV-EZ2 Datasheet

Maxbotix FAQ

Checkout Mikey Sklar's flame-based trampoline, the high-lighter, using the EZ1!

Ultrasonic Range Finder LV-EZ1

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:16:29 GMT

This is the fantastically easy to use sensor from Maxbotix. We are extremely pleased with the size, quality, and ease of use of this little range finder. The serial interface is a bit odd (it's RS232 instead of TTL), but the PWM and Analog interfaces will allow any micro to listen easily enough. The sensor provides very accurate readings of 0 to 255 inches (0 to 6.45m) in 1 inch increments with little or no dead zone!

Maxbotix is offering the EZ0, EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and EZ4 with progressively narrower beam angles allowing the sensor to match the application. Please see beam width explanation below.

Control up to 10 sensors with only two pins! Checkout the Maxbotix FAQ listed below.

Features:

42kHz Ultrasonic sensor

Operates from 2.5-5.5V

Low 2mA supply current

20Hz reading rate

RS232 Serial Output - 9600bps

Analog Output - 10mV/inch

PWM Output - 147uS/inch

Small, light weight module

Documents:

Beam Width Explanation

LV-EZ1 Datasheet

Maxbotix FAQ

Checkout Mikey Sklar's flame-based trampoline, the high-lighter, using the EZ1!

Bluetooth Modem - BlueSMiRF RP-SMA

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:23:47 GMT

The BlueSMiRF RPSMA is the latest Bluetooth wireless serial cable replacement from Spark Fun Electronics! These modems work as a serial (RX/TX) pipe. Press the 'A' character from a terminal program on your computer and an 'A' will be pushed out the TX pin of the Bluetooth^�module. Any serial stream from 9600 to 115200bps can be passed seamlessly from your computer to your target, from modem to module, even to any Bluetooth^�device that supports SPP (almost all do). We've even tested these units successfully over open air at 350ft (106m)!

The remote unit can be powered from 3.3V up to 6V for easy battery attachment. All signal pins on the remote unit are 3V-6V tolerant. No level shifting is required. Do not attach this device directly to a RS232 serial port. You will need an RS232 to TTL converter circuit if you need to attach this device to a computer.
Features:

Class 1 Bluetooth^�Radio Modem

Fully qualified Bluetooth module

Fully configurable UART

Low power consumption : 25mA avg

Hardy frequency hopping scheme - operates in harsh RF environments like WiFi, 802.11g, and Zigbee

Compatible with all Bluetooth^�products that support SPP (almost all do)

Includes support for BCSP, DUN, LAN, GAP SDP, RFCOMM, and L2CAP protocols

Operating Voltage: 3.3V-6V

Serial communications: 2400-115200bps

Operating Temperature: -40 ~ +70C

RP-SMA Connector for all 2.4GHz antennas (RP common on routers and 2.4GHz devices)

Dimensions: 0.15x0.6x1.9"

Documents:

RN-41 Datasheet

RN-41 AT Command Set

BlueSMiRF RPSMA Schematic

Wiring Example

Connecting to a SSC-32 Robot

This is a single unit only. We recommend the purchase a USB dongle to interface to a computer if you do not already have access to a computer with Bluetooth connectivity.

This unit does not come with an antenna. We recommend you purchase the 2.4GHz Duck Antenna RP-SMA.

RS232 Shifter SMD

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:20:19 GMT

The smallest and easiest to use serial conversion circuit on the market! This board has one purpose in life - to convert RS232 to TTL and vice versa (TX and RX). This will allow a microcontroller to communicate with a computer. Shifter SMD is powered from the target application and can run at any voltage! That's right - power the board at 5V and the unit will convert RS232 to 5V TTL. Power the board at 2.8V and the Shifter board will convert RS232 to 2.8V CMOS TTL. Includes two indicator LEDs for TX and RX. Runs from 300bps up to 115200bps.

Unit comes fully assembled and tested as shown. You can either solder a 4-pin header or individual wires.

Documents: Schematic
Dimensions: 1.25x1.15"

Polymer Lithium Ion Battery - 2000mAh

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:11:41 GMT

These are very slim, extremely light weight batteries based on the new Polymer Lithium Ion chemistry. This is the highest energy density currently in production. Each cells outputs a nominal 3.7V at 2000mAh! This battery comes terminated with a standard 2-pin JST connector - 2mm spacing between pins. Do not attempt to charge these with anything but a charger specifically designed for Lithium Ion batteries.

Features:

2C continuous discharge

Excellent long-term self-discharge rates (<8% per month)

Robust power source under extreme conditions (-25 to 60C)

Dimensions: 0.25x2.1x2.1" (5.8x54x54mm)

Weight: 36g (1.27oz)

Documents:

UnionBattery-2000mAh.pdf

JST connector

Digikey 455-1734-1-ND (Top Entry)

Digikey 455-1749-1-ND (Side Entry)

ID20 RFID Reader Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:34:27 GMT

This is a very simple to use RFID reader module. With a built in antenna, the only holdup is the 2mm pin spacing (breakout board available below). Power the module, hold up a card, and get a serial string output containing the unique ID of the card.
Features:

5V supply

125kHz read frequency

EM4001 64-bit RFID tag compatible

9600bps TTL and RS232 output

Magnetic stripe emulation output

Read range of 200mm

Dimensions: 38x40x7mm Documents: Datasheet

LPC-MT-2106 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:48:52 GMT

LPC-MT-2106 DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR LPC2106 ARM MICROCONTROLLER

FEATURES:

MCU: 16/32 bit LPC2106 with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, RTC, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
JTAG connector as per ARM's 2x10 pin layout, ARM-JTAG (Wiggler) compatible
14.7456 Mhz crystal allow easy communication setup (4x PLL = 58,9824 Mhz CPU clock)
RS232 interface circuit with SUB-D 9 pin connector
LCD16x2 display
Five buttons
Dallas iButton port
Frequency input
Relay with 10A/250VAC contacts
Buzzer
Status LED
RESET circuit
RESET button
Bootloader enable jumper and pullup
DEBUG jumper for JTAG enable/disable
RTCK pullup resistors
Power plug-in jack
Power supply: 6VAC/+9VDC
Three on board voltage regulators 1.8V, 3.3V and 5V
power supply filtering capacitor
Four mounting holes
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 120x38 mm (4.75x1.5")

DOCUMENTS:

LPC-MT-2106.pdf
LPC-MT-2106.chm
HARDWARE:

Schematic
ARM JTAG connector (TOP view)
SOFTWARE:

LPC2106 tutorial by Senz
LPC-MT-2106 sample code
LCD drive code
RS232 code
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for LPC-MT-2106. The complete list of projects included is here.

Blue 16x2 LCD Display

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 22:12:47 GMT

An attractive 16x2 character display. White on Blue text.Blue LED Backlight, STN Negative, Blue, Transmissive -20�C - +70�C 6:00
Features:

Very wide viewing angles

8-bit or 4-bit parallel interface

Industry-standard HD44780 compatible controller

RoHS Compliant

Dimensions:

PCB Outline (W x H x D): 80mm x 36mm x 14mm

Viewing Area: 64.5mm x 15.5mm

Active Area: 56.2mm x 11.5mm

Character Size: 2.95mm x 5.55mm

Dot Pitch: 0.6mm x 0.7mm

Dot Size: 0.55mm x 0.65mm

Character Pitch: 3.55mm x 5.95mm

Weight: 35g

Characters x Lines: 16 x 2

Documents:

1 to 1 Template (47KB)

Datasheets

EM408 SMD Connector

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 21:41:14 GMT

Surface mount vertical 5-pin 1.0mm pitch connector for connecting to the EM-408 interface cable.

Documents: EM408 SMDConnector.pdf

EM406 SMD Connector

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:46:41 GMT

Vertical surface mount connector for the EM406 and EM401 data cables.

Documents: Connector Datasheet and Footprint

CS8900A-H Ethernet Controller Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:53:17 GMT

CS8900A-H CS8900 ETHERNET CONTROLLER HEADER BOARD
FEATURES:

CS8900A-CQ3 Ethernet controller
LAN transformer and RJ45 connector
Two status LEDs for LAN and LINK
Allows 8/16 bit data transfer and easy interface to any microcontroller
Supports interrupts
0.1" row pins header
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 53x29 mm (2.075x1.15")
Spacing between pin rows: 25.4 mm (1")
DOCUMENTS:

CS8900A-H.pdf
HARDWARE:

CS8900A-H schematic

Nokia 6610 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:38:52 GMT

MOD-NOKIA6610 TFT LCD 128x128 PIXEL, 12-BIT COLOUR WITH BACK-LIGHT NOKIA6610

Small, simple LCD development board based on the popular Nokia 6610 colour display.

FEATURES:

NOKIA6610 TFT LCD, 4096 colors, backlight
DC/DC backlight converter
UEXT to connect to host microcontroller (standard connector on our ARM development boards)
0.1" step connectors for plug-in on top of other PCB
Dimensions: MOD-NRF24LR - 34x18 mm (1.34x0.7"); MOD-NRF24LS - 51x18 mm (2.0 x 0.7")
DOCUMENTS:

Jim Lynch's NOKIA 6610 LCD tutorial
NOKIA6610 LCD controller datasheet
HARDWARE:

MOD-NOKIA6610 schematic
SOFTWARE:

SAM7-EX256 demo code includes LCD functionality
MSP430 demo code includes LCD functionality

AVR ISP500-TINY Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:24:37 GMT

AVR-ISP500-TINY - USB STK500v2 COMPATIBLE AVR PROGRAMMER WITH 6 PIN AND 10 PIN ICSP CONNECTOR SUPPORT

INFO:

The AVR-ISP500-TINY is fast and reliable USB AVR programmer. It have two modes of work: STK500 compatible USB programmer and USB Mass storage. In STK500 mode it works directly with AVR Studio. It is recognized as STK500 programmer and programs all AVRs. Used with USB CDC there is no need for drivers and the device works under Windows, Linux and MacOS. If you do not want to use AVRStudio you can use AVR-ISP500 with AVR Dude. In Mass Storage mode it creats a new drive on your computer and when you drag and drop the HEX file to this drive it program it in the target AVR attached to the ICSP connector. This is totally platform independent and works on any computer without need for any software.

AVR-ISP500-TINY have internal flash of 2MB and can log AVRStudio communication and then reply it with single button push. This means once you load the code in the internal flash you can program quickly many targets with single button press

FEATURES

connects to PC via USB 2.0 Full speed
STK500 compatible mode
Mass Storage mode
Internal flash of 2 MB for stand alone programming with single button press
no need for external power supply as it takes the power supply from USB
uses Atmel's 2x5 pin ICSP and 2x3 connector layout
dimensions 45x30 mm (1.7x1.2") + 20 cm (8") cable

DOCUMENTS:

AVR-ISP500-TINY.pdf users manual

HARDWARE:

AVR ICSP 10 pin connector (top view)
AVR ICSP 6 pin connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

AVR-ISP500-TINY drivers - USB drivers
AVR-ISP500-TINY firmware updater firmware upgrader
AVR-ISP500-TINY mass storage mass storage firmware image

AVR ISP500 Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:13:12 GMT

USB STK500v2 Compatible AVR Programmer with 6 pin and 10 pin ICSP Connector Support

The AVR-ISP500 is a fast and reliable USB AVR programmer, working directly with AVR Studio. It is recognised as a STK500 programmer and programs all AVRs. As it uses USB CDC there id no need for drivers - works under Windows, Linux and MacOS. If you do not want to use AVRStudio you can use AVR-ISP500 with AVR Dude.

Connects to PC via USB 2.0 Full speed
No need for external power supply as it takes the power supply from USB
Uses Atmel's 2x5 pin ICSP and 2x3 connector layout
Dimensions 45x30 mm (1.7x1.2") + 20 cm (8") cable

DOCUMENTS:

AVR-ISP500.pdf users manual

Hardware:

AVR ICSP 10 pin connector (top view)

Software:

AVR-ISP500 drivers - USB drivers
AVR-ISP500 firmware updater firmware upgrader
AVR-ISP500 linux drivers

Ultrasonic Range Finder LV-EZ4

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:58:20 GMT

This is the fantastically easy to use sensor from Maxbotix. We are extremely pleased with the size, quality, and ease of use of this little range finder. The serial interface is a bit odd (it's RS232 instead of TTL), but the PWM and Analog interfaces will allow any micro to listen easily enough. The sensor provides very accurate readings of 0 to 255 inches (0 to 6.45m) in 1 inch increments with little or no dead zone!

Maxbotix is offering the EZ0, EZ1, EZ2, EZ3, and EZ4 with progressively narrower beam angles allowing the sensor to match the application. Please see beam width explanation below.

Control up to 10 sensors with only two pins! Checkout the Maxbotix FAQ listed below.

Features:

42kHz Ultrasonic sensor

Operates from 2.5-5.5V

Low 2mA supply current

20Hz reading rate

RS232 Serial Output - 9600bps

Analog Output - 10mV/inch

PWM Output - 147uS/inch

Small, light weight module

Documents:

Beam Width Explanation

LV-EZ4 Datasheet

Maxbotix FAQ

Checkout Mikey Sklar's flame-based trampoline, the high-lighter, using the EZ1!

Arduino Mini Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:29:35 GMT

Arduino is an open-source physical computing platform based on a simple i/o board and a development environment that implements the Processing/Wiring language. Arduino can be used to develop stand-alone interactive objects or can be connected to software on your computer (e.g. Flash, Processing, MaxMSP). The open-source IDE can be downloaded for free (currently for Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux).

This is the new, smaller, Arduino Mini with ATmega168 (double memory size of the standard Arduino ATmega8). This device is quite a bit smaller and requires an external serial connection for programming. Board comes fully assembled and tested with ATMega168 pre-loaded with bootloader.
Documents:

Arduino-mini home page

Arduino-mini Schematic

How To

Programming Reference

Arduino Forum

MSP430-SOLAR Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:33:54 GMT

MSP430-SOLAR SOLAR PANEL BATTERY CHARGER WITH MSP430 JTAG connector
FEATURES:

SOLAR PANEL 2.4VDC 80mA with DC/DC voltage boost converter
JTAG connector for direct plug in MSP430 2x7 JTAG connector to provide power for the target board
suitable for up to 800mAh rechargeble battery, 800mAh battery will be charged to 100% if MSP430-SOLAR is left for 10 hours on sun light
Dimensions: 56x48 mm (2.2x1.9")

DOCUMENTS:

MSP430-SOLAR.pdf
HARDWARE:

MSP430-SOLAR schematic
MSP430 JTAG connector (TOP view)

MSP430-H449 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:27:17 GMT

MSP430-H449
FEATURES:

MCU: MSP430 H449 with 60K Bytes Program Flash, 256 Bytes data Flash, 2K Bytes RAM
JTAG connector
JTAG Power_In and Power_Out jumpers
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
8Mhz crystall oscillator (works only when power supply +3.6V)
TEST pin pull-down
RST/NMI pin pull-up
power supply filtering capacitor
extension headers for each uC pin
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 45x45 mm (1.8x1.8")
space between the pin rows: 43.18 mm (1.7")

DOCUMENTS:

MSP430-H449 dimensions

HARDWARE:

MSP430-H449 schematic,
MSP430-JTAG connector (top)

MSP430-H169 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:22:21 GMT

MPS430F169 HEADER BOARD
FEATURES:

MCU: MSP430F169 with 60K Bytes Program Flash, 256 Bytes data Flash, 2K Bytes RAM
JTAG connector
JTAG Power_In and Power_Out jumpers
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
optional high frequency crystal (socket)
TEST pin pull-down
RST/NMI pin pull-up
power supply filtering capacitor
extension headers for each uC pin
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 48x48 mm (1.9x1.9")
space between the pin rows: 43.18 mm (1.7")

DOCUMENTS:

MSP430-Hxxx.pdf
MSP430-Hxx-dimensions.gif

HARDWARE:

MSP430-Hxxx schematic
MSP430-JTAG connector (top)

MSP430-HG439 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 12:00:16 GMT

MSP430-HG439 MPS430FG439 HEADER BOARD
FEATURES:

MCU: MSP430FG439 with 60K Bytes Program Flash, 256 Bytes data Flash, 2K Bytes RAM
JTAG connector
JTAG Power_In and Power_Out jumpers
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
optional high frequency crystal
TEST pin pull-down
RST/NMI pin pull-up
power supply filtering capacitor
extension headers for each uC pin
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 47x47 mm (1.8x1.8")
space between the pin rows: 43.18 mm (1.7")

DOCUMENTS:

MSP430-HG439 dimensions

HARDWARE:

MSP430-HG439 schematic
MSP430-JTAG connector (top)

AVR-GSM Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:52:36 GMT

AVR-GSM - DEVELOPMENT BOARD WITH ATMEGA32 AND 3 BAND GSM GPRS MODULE 850/900/1800MHZ

INFO:

AVR-GSM is excellent board for adding remote monitoring and control in remote places by GSM cellular network. Do you want to switch on/off your local heating in your mountain house? To monitor the temperature at up to 8 remote points up to 30 meters away from the module? To listen what happens in your house with silent call after you get message for alarm status? Then AVR-GSM is the board for you! It contains ATmega32 microcontroller and 3-band GSM GPRS module 900/1800/1900Mhz inside which covers most used GSM networks around the world. The GSM antenna is build in the board so no need for external expensive GSM antennas. AVR-GSM have two relays 240VAC/10A, two optoisolated inputs which could be connected to alarm sensors or just buttons for user actions (like call pre-loaded phone numbers), on-board temperature sensor and connector for additional up to 8 addressable remote temperature sensors at up to 30 meter distance from the module. Normal phone hook can be connected to this board and to allow user to speak, listen, taking and placing phone calls as normal stand alone cellular phone. AVR-GSM can be connected to PC with the USB connector it have and it is recognized as modem which could be used to add internet via GPRS to your computer (imagine how useful is this for your mountain house if there is no internet but only cellular network!).

FEATURES:

MCU: ATMega32 32KB Flash memory , 2KB RAM, 1KB EEPROM
JTAG connector for programming and debugging with AVR-JTAG-L or AVR-JTAG-USB
GSM GPRS 3-BAND MODULE 900/1800/1900Mhz with build on-board GSM cellular antenna
Li-ion backup battery for up to 200 hours of GSM module stand-by (no relays etc peripherials active)
SIM-card holder
two RELAYS 240VAC/10A
two optoisolated inputs
USB interface
Phone hook connector
Buzzer (ringer)
Status LED
on-board temperature digital sesor
connector for remote temperature sensors up to 30meters far away from AVR-GSM
Plastic housing (optional)
Extension 26 pin connector for all unused ATMega32 ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 130x82x34 mm (5.1x3.2x1.3")
DOCUMENTS:

AVR-GSM.pdf - Users Manual
GSM-ATCOMMANDS.pdf - GSM GPRS module AT command set
HARDWARE:

AVR-GSM schematic
SOFTWARE:

Placing/taking phone calls with AVR-GSM (C source and HEX)
Remote control via SMS on AVR-GSM (C source and HEX) firmware description

Bluetooth Modem - BlueSMiRF Gold

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:25:51 GMT

The BlueSMiRF is the latest Bluetooth wireless serial cable replacement from SparkFun Electronics! These modems work as a serial (RX/TX) pipe. Any serial stream from 9600 to 115200bps can be passed seamlessly from your computer to your target. We've tested these units successfully over open air at 350ft (106m)!

The remote unit can be powered from 3.3V up to 6V for easy battery attachment. All signal pins on the remote unit are 3V-6V tolerant. No level shifting is required. Do not attach this device directly to a serial port. You will need an RS232 to TTL converter circuit if you need to attach this to a computer.

Please note: This unit ships with the new Roving Networks bluetooth module. The command set is not compatible with the previous Mitsumi module, this unit uses an improved command set.

Unit comes without a connector.

Specifications:

FCC Approved Class 1 Bluetooth Radio Modem

Extremely small radio - 0.15x0.6x1.9"

Very robust link both in integrity and transmission distance (100m) - no more buffer overruns!

Low power consumption : 25mA avg

Hardy frequency hopping scheme - operates in harsh RF environments like WiFi, 802.11g, and Zigbee

Encrypted connection

Frequency: 2.4~2.524 GHz

Operating Voltage: 3.3V-6V

Serial communications: 2400-115200bps

Operating Temperature: -40 ~ +70C

Built-in antenna

Documents:

Schematic

RN-41 AT Command Set

Roving Networks Bluetooth^® module datasheet

Check out our Bluetooth Tutorial

Wiring Example

Connecting to a SSC-32 Robot

Dimensions: 51.5x15.8x5.6mm

iPod Breakout Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:19:47 GMT

Don't think you can solder the tight pitch of the iPod connector? This is the breakout board for you. From PodGizmo comes the PodBreakout featuring the style 1 connector and a PCB with two rows of 0.1" spaced holes for easy cable and device creation.

Documents: iPod Pinout

Slim USB to RS-232 bridge converter

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:57:44 GMT

The micro-USB μUSB-CE5 is a USB to RS-232 bridge converter which is simple, cost effective, very small and easy to use. It uses its own PCB as a card edge type connector to plug into a USB A type cable or directly into a USB hub port.

The absence of a mechanical connector makes the μUSB-CE5 a very low profile device. The design is based around the FT232RQ from FTDI and provides the user with multi baud rate serial data up to 3M baud rate. Standard 0.1� pitch 5 pin female or male header can be soldered to provide the essential signals and power to any application. RX and TX signals are both 3.3V and 5V tolerant.
Datasheets

Datasheet rev 1

Software and Utilities

FTDI Drivers

OLED 1.7 inch Smart Display Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:44:28 GMT

This product replaces the �OLED-160-GMD1.

The �OLED-160-G1 is a compact and cost effective all in one �SMART� display module using the latest state of the art Passive Matrix OLED (PMOLED) technology with an embedded GOLDELOX graphics controller that delivers �stand-alone� functionality to any project. The module is designed to operate under two different software platforms; the Serial Command platform or the 4DGL (4D Graphics Language) platform.

Serial Command Platform: The serial command platform allows the �OLED-160-G1 module to be used as slave device connected to an external host. The host can be any controller such as a PIC, AVR, ARM, STAMP, etc. or even a PC where all screen related functions are sent using a simple protocol via the serial interface. Serial commands may comprise of a single byte or multiple bytes of data depending on the command type. The serial platform allows users to develop their application using their favourite microcontroller and software development tools.

4DGL Platform: 4DGL is a graphics oriented language allowing the developer to write applications in a high level language (syntax similar to popular languages such as BASIC, C, Pascal, etc.) and run it directly on the GOLDELOX processor embedded in the �OLED-160-G1 module. The rich set of built in library functions and the high level syntax allows the user to take complete control of all available hardware resources such as the Serial Port, Graphics Display, micro-SD card, I/O pins, etc. This eliminates the need for an external host micro-controller to drive the �OLED-160-G1 module via serial commands. It provides the user complete independence to quickly develop powerful applications.
Main Features:

160 x 128 resolution, 65K true to life colours, PMOLED screen.
1.7� diagonal size, 52 x 32 x 6.3mm. Active Area: 33.6mm x 27mm.
No backlighting with near 180� viewing angle.
Easy 5 pin interface to any host device: VCC, TX, RX, GND, RESET
Voltage supply from 3.6V to 6.0V, current @40mA nominal when using a 5.0V supply.
Serial RS-232 (0V to 3.3V) with auto-baud feature (300 to 256K baud). Rx line has built in series current limit resistor and a pull-up resistor.
Powered by the 4D Labs GOLDELOX processor (also available as separate OEM IC for volume users).
2 different operating platforms; the Serial Command platform (factory default) or the 4DGL (4D Graphics Language) platform.
Optional USB to Serial interface via the 4D micro-USB (�USB-MB5 or �USB-CE5) modules.
Onboard micro-SD (�SD) memory card adaptor for storing of icons, images, animations, etc. 64Mb to 2Gig �SD memory cards can be purchased separately.
Rich set of built in graphics commands and functions.
Firmware

4DGL Platform PmmC rev1.0

Serial PmmC Rev1

Datasheets

Datasheets OLED Facts

Connection Diagrams

User Manual rev 1.0

Software

Software and Utilities PmmC Loader 1.0.0.2

Graphics Composer Ver2

4DGL Workshop

OLED 0.96 inch Stamp sized Intelligent module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:37:34 GMT

The �OLED-96-G1 is a compact (similar size to a postage stamp) & cost effective all in one �SMART� OLED Display with an embedded graphics controller that will deliver �stand-alone� functionality to your project. The �simple to use� embedded commands not only control background colour but can produce text in a variety of sizes as well as draw shapes (which can include user definable bitmapped characters such as logos) in 256 or 65,536 colours whilst freeing up the host processor from the �processor hungry � screen control functions. This means a simple micro-controller with a standard serial or USB interface can drive the �OLED-96-G1 module with total ease.

The �OLED-96-G1 is aimed at being integrated into a variety of different applications via a wealth of features designed to facilitate any given functionality quickly and cost effectively and thus reduce �time to market�. These features are as follows:

96x64 pixel resolution, 256 or 65K true to life colours Enhanced OLED screen.
0.96� diagonal. Module Size: 32.7 x 23.0 x 4.9mm. Active Display Area: 20mm x 14mm.
No backlighting with near 180� viewing angle.
Easy 5 pin interface to any host device: VCC, TX, RX, GND, RESET.
Voltage supply from 3.6V to 6.0V, current @ 40mA nominal when using a 5.0V supply source.
Serial Interface (0V to 3.3V) with auto-baud feature (300 to 256K baud).
Powered by the 4D-LABS GOLDELOX processor (also available as separate OEM chips for volume users).
Optional USB to Serial interface via the 4D micro-USB (�USB-MB5 or �USB-CE5) modules.
Onboard micro-SD (�SD) memory card adaptor for storing of icons, images, animations, etc. 64Mb to 2Gig �SD memory cards can be purchased separately.
Three selectable font sizes (5x7, 8x8 and 8x12) for ASCII characters as well as user-defined bitmapped characters (32 @ 8x8).
Built in graphics commands such as: LINE, CIRCLE, RECTANGLE, TEXT, USER BITMAP, BACKGROUND COLOUR, PUT PIXEL, IMAGE, etc. just to name a few.
Firmware

4DGL Platform PmmC rev1.0

Serial PmmC Rev1

Datasheets

OLED Facts

Connection Diagrams

User Manual Rev1.0

Software

4DGL Workshop

PmmC Loader 1.0.0.2

Graphics Composer Ver2

OLED 1.5 inch Intelligent Display Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 15:08:36 GMT

This product replaces the �OLED-128-GMD1.

The �OLED-128-G1 is a compact and cost effective all in one �SMART� display module using the latest state of the art Passive Matrix OLED (PMOLED) technology with an embedded GOLDELOX graphics controller that delivers �stand-alone� functionality to any project. The module is designed to operate under two different software platforms; the Serial Command platform or the 4DGL (4D Graphics Language) platform.

Serial Command Platform: The serial command platform allows the �OLED-128-G1 module to be used as slave device connected to an external host. The host can be any controller such as a PIC, AVR, ARM, STAMP, etc. or even a PC where all screen related functions are sent using a simple protocol via the serial interface. Serial commands may comprise of a single byte or multiple bytes of data depending on the command type. The serial platform allows users to develop their application using their favourite microcontroller and software development tools.

4DGL Platform: 4DGL is a graphics oriented language allowing the developer to write applications in a high level language (syntax similar to popular languages such as BASIC, C, Pascal, etc.) and run it directly on the GOLDELOX processor embedded in the �OLED-128-G1 module. The rich set of built in library functions and the high level syntax allows the user to take complete control of all available hardware resources such as the Serial Port, Graphics Display, micro-SD card, I/O pins, etc. This eliminates the need for an external host micro-controller to drive the �OLED-128-G1 module via serial commands. It provides the user complete independence to quickly develop powerful applications.
Features

128 x 128 resolution, 65K true to life colours, PMOLED screen.
1.5� diagonal size, 45.5 x 33.5 x 6.3mm. Active Area: 27mm x 27mm.
No backlighting with near 180� viewing angle.
Easy 5 pin interface to any host device: VCC, TX, RX, GND, RESET
Voltage supply from 3.6V to 6.0V, current @40mA nominal when using a 5.0V supply.
Serial RS-232 (0V to 3.3V) with auto-baud feature (300 to 256K baud). Rx line has built in series current limit resistor and a pull-up resistor.
Powered by the 4D Labs GOLDELOX processor (also available as separate OEM IC for volume users).
2 different operating platforms; the Serial Command platform (factory default) or the 4DGL (4D Graphics Language) platform.
Optional USB to Serial interface via the 4D micro-USB (�USB-MB5 or �USB-CE5) modules.
Onboard micro-SD (�SD) memory card adaptor for storing of icons, images, animations, etc. 64Mb to 2Gig �SD memory cards can be purchased separately.
Rich set of built in graphics commands and functions.
Firmware

4DGL Platform PmmC rev1.0

Serial PmmC Rev1

Datasheets

OLED Facts

Connection Diagrams

User Manual Rev1.0

Software

Graphics Composer Ver2

4DGL Workshop

PmmC Loader 1.0.0.1

PIC GSM Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 19:09:33 GMT

PIC-GSM DEVELOPMENT BOARD WITH GSM MODULE AND PIC18F67J50 MICROCONTROLLER
INTRODUCTION:

This board allows the easy development of advanced cellular network based remote control applications. With it, you can easily monitor and control your home from everywhere with your GSM cell phone. You can switch on and off relays remotely by SMS. You can monitor the status of your inputs and outpouts or toggle them. You can establish calls to the GSM module and speak or listen on the audio channel of the board. You can monitor the temperature from several digital remote temperature sensors. The built-in GSM module has an on-board antenna and allow you to use it as GSM or GPRS allowing you to use this module as GPRS modem connected to your computer. Panic button and alarm inputs can dial your phone and report for alarm or to send you SMS message.

FEATURES:

ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP, PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-PG1,PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3 or PIC-PG4 and programming and debuggine with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY
USB 2.0 type B connector allow board to be interfaced to PC host.
GSM/GPRS module 900/1800/1900Mhz
Li-ion backup battery
PIC18F97J60-I/PT
GSM Audio In and Out
RS232 connector
Quartz crystal 20Mhz
Two relays 10A/250VAC
Two digital inputs
Analog input
Temperature sensor
5V voltage regulator
EXT connector for available GPIO
Four mounting holes 3,3 mm (0,13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3,9x3,15")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-GSM.pdf - users manual
GSM/GPRS module AT commands set
Understanding PIC WEB boards and Microchip TCP-IP stack tutorial

HARDWARE:

PIC-GSM schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

PIC-GSM open source remote control software

SAM7-LA2 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 17:40:43 GMT

SAM7-LA2 DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR AT91SAM7EA2 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER

INFO:

The SAM7-LA2 is an excellent platform for low power uclinux applications. AT91SAM7A2 is is ideal for low power applications. The on board 4MB of RAM and 1 MB of flash allows RTOS like uclinux, ucos, etc to be used. The CAN , RS232, 100Mbit Ethernet ports allows this board to be used in many applications.

FEATURES:

MCU: AT91SAM7A2 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI™ with 16K Bytes RAM, 4x CAN, RTT, 10 bit ADC 384 ksps, 2x UARTs, TWI (I2C), 2x SPI, 3x 32bit TIMERS, 4x PWM, SSC, WDT, PDC (DMA) for all peripherals, up to 30MHz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
4MB SRAM (2MB x16 bit) PSRAM
1MB (512Kx16bit) 55ns MX26LV800BTC FLASH
Ethernet 10/100 with DM9000E + RJ45 connector with 2 status LEDs
CAN driver and interface
RS232 interface and driver
SD/MMC card connector
button
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: 6V AC or DC required, board can take power from USB port too
power supply LED
power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit , RESET button
6 Mhz crystal on socket
32768 Hz for RTC
extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 118 x 80 mm (4.6 x 3.15")
DOCUMENTS:

SA7-EA2.pdf users manual
HARDWARE:

SAM7-EA2 schematic
SOFTWARE:

Button, LED, Buzzed demo code (C source and BIN) for EW-ARM
Memory test example (C source and BIN) for EW-ARM
SD-MMC card example (C source and BIN) for EW-ARM
RS232 example (C source and BIN) for EW-ARM
uIP web server example (C source and BIN) for EW-ARM

LPC-H2138 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:34:12 GMT

LPC-H2138 HEADER BOARD FOR LPC2138 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2138 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 512K Bytes Program Flash, 32K Bytes RAM, RTC, 8x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 8x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
On-board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: 6V AC or DC required
Power supply LED
Status LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
Two channel RS232 interface
RESET circuit with exterman control of Philips ISP utility via RS232
RESET button
DBG jumper for JTAG enable
BSL jumper for bootloader enable
JRST jumper for enable/disable external RESET vontrol by RS232
14.7456 Mhz crystal on socket, allow easy communication setup (4x PLL = 58,9824 Mhz CPU clock)
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 76x55 mm (3.0x2.2")
Space between the pin rows: 48.26 mm (1.9")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-H2138.pdf
LPC-H2138.chm
LPC-H2138 dimensions
HARDWARE:

LPC-H2138 REV.B schematic
SOFTWARE:

Blink Led
RS232 echo
RTC code

PIC P28 20MHz Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:25:52 GMT

With this board you can develop and prototype with any of Microchip's 28 pin PIC microcontrollers. The RS232 driver on board allows easy connection with PC or other embedded hardware. The board have User button and status LED. The bridge rectifire allow this board to be powered with both AC and DC power supply adapters. PIC-P28 supports both 3V low power and normal 5V operation.
FEATURES:

ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-MCP or PIC-PG1, PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3, PIC-PG4 programmers or debugging with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY(* for the PICs with ICD support), PIC16F87x processors are supported by the low cost PIC-ICD1.
RS232 Tx, Rx interface with MAX232 IC on socket
DIL28 microcontroller socket
Quartz crystall 20Mhz
LED to RA0 through jumper
User Button on RA5 port
Reset button
Power plug-in jack
Selectable +3.3V / +5V power supply voltage regulator
Extension slot on every uC pin
100 mm grid
GND bus
Vcc bus
Four mounting holes 3,3 mm (0,13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3,9x3,15")
Documents:

PIC-P28.pdf - Users manual
Hardware:

PIC-P28 schematic
PIC ICSP connector
Software:

Blink LED for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)
Button read for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)
RS232 read/write for PIC16F876 demo code (C source and HEX)

PIC P14 20MHz Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 16:10:36 GMT

INTRODUCTION:

With this board you can develop and prototype with any of Microchip's 14 pin PIC microcontrollers. The RS232 driver on board allows easy connection with PC or other embedded hardware. The board have User button and status LED. The bridge rectifire allow this board to be powered with both AC and DC power supply adapters. PIC-P14 supports both 3V low power and normal 5V operation.

FEATURES:

ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-PG1,PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3 or PIC-MCP and debugging with PIC-ICD1 (* for the PICs with ICD support)
RS232 Tx, Rx interface with MAX232 IC on socket
DIL14 microcontroller socket
Quartz crystall 20Mhz
LED to RC2 through jumper
user Button
Reset button
Power plug-in jack
selectable +3.3V / +5V power supply voltage regulator
Extension slot on every uC pin
Gird 100 mils
GND bus
Vcc bus
Four mounting holes 3,3 mm (0,13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3,9x3,15")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-P14.pdf - Users manual

HARDWARE:

PIC-P14 schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Blink LED for PIC16F688 demo code (C source and HEX)
Button read for PIC16F688 demo code (C source and HEX)
RS232 send / receive for PIC16F688 demo code (C source and HEX)

MSP430-JTAG-TINY-V2 Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:27:57 GMT

MSP430-JTAG-TINY-V2 is a low cost fast USB JTAG for programming and flash emulation.

Program all MSP430Fxxx flash microcontrollers
Ultra fast programming 14KB/s faster several times than TI-USB-FET (1.4 KB/s with spy-bi-wire)
Uses TI standard 2x7 pin JTAG connector
Spy-By-Wire support for the newest TI MSP430 devices
Can supply target with 3.3V fixed voltage 50mA maximum current, no short circuit protection(!)
MSP430.dll makes it compatible with all existing software which works with TI-USB-FET (emulates TI-USB-FET)
Compatible with IAR Kickstart software for programming, real time emulation, debugging, step by step program execution, breakpoints, memory dump etc everything all high priced emulators do
With IAR Kickstart you can write in assembler unlimited code size and to write in C with 2K limit for all MSP430 microcontrollers
Works with free GCC C compiler and Insight MSP430 toolchain and debugger
For MAC-OS users: reported to work with PS X 10.4 and current Parallels
Dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") cable

Documents:

How to install Olimex USB MSP430 programmers
SPY-BI-WIRE connection please pay attention if you want to use SBW devices as the JTAG connection is differ
How to install and use Olimex JTAGs with CCS 4.x
How to install and use Olimex JTAGs with CrossWorks

Hardware:

MSP430-JTAG-TINY connector (top view)

Software:

OLIMEX MSP430-PROGRAMMER - GUI 1.3.0.3_CLI 2.0.1.2_DLL1.0.4.2/ 26.07.2011 freeware - stand alone software which allow you to program MSP430 devices without any 3rd party
MSP430 JTAG drivers Ver.1.042 -26-JUL-2011 add support for all devices released by TI to July 2011
MSP430 JTAG drivers Ver.1.039
MSP430 Kick Start C compiler and debugger (free for assembly language, limited for C)
MSPGCC - free C compiler and debugger
MSPdebug support for Linux for MSP430-JTAG-TINY made by Daniel bear, tested to work fine in both JTAG and SBW mode with MSPdebug 0.16

FAQ:

Q: Can I use MSP430-JTAG-TINY with XYZ development IDE/tools?
A: MSP430.dll which is provided with MSP430-JTAG-TINY is100% compliant to Texas Instruments MSP430.dll and will work with *every* development software which supports the original TI MSP430-FET and MSP430-USBFET hardware platforms, we have tested EW-MSP430, Rowley CrossWorks, our customers have reported sucess with MSPGCC.

Q: Other companies charge money for MSP430 programming software, why yours is free?
A: To write MSP430 programming software using the TI MSP430.dll is very easy job, there would be probably tons of such programmers available if TI was not keeping the DLL content secret. The programmer software we offer is beta testing software so it may have bugs although we use it for years in house. Now we decided to release it for the public as we got number of request if we know for such software :). As we are more hardware company than software and we never got involved in sales of software we decided just to release it as freeware and not hassle with software copy protections and such.Note that it's not open source but copyrighted software, but it cost you nothing to obtain or distribute it. We are going to fix all reported bugs in timely manner but keep in mind that it's not commercial project and our peoples have lot of other stuff to do.

PIC P18 20MHz Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 20:09:32 GMT

INTRODUCTION:

With this board you can develop and prototype with any of Microchip's 18 pin PIC microcontrollers. The RS232 driver on board allows easy connection with PC or other embedded hardware. The board have User button and status LED. The bridge rectifire allow this board to be powered with both AC and DC power supply adapters. PIC-P18 supports both 3V low power and normal 5V operation.

FEATURES:

ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP-USB and PIC-MCP or PIC-PG1,PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3, PIC-PG4 programmers and debugging with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY(* for the PICs with ICD support)
RS232 Tx, Rx interface with MAX232 IC on socket
DIL18 microcontroller socket
Quartz crystall 20Mhz
LED to RB3 through jumper
User Button on RB2 port
Reset button
Power plug-in jack
Selectable +3.3V / +5V power supply voltage regulator
Extension slot on every uC pin
100mm grid
GND bus
Vcc bus
Four mounting holes 3,3 mm (0,13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3,9x3,15")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-P18.pdf - Users manual

HARDWARE:

PIC-P18 schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Blink LED for PIC16F628 demo code (C source and HEX)
Button read for PIC16F628 demo code (C source and HEX)
RS232 read/write for PIC16F628 demo code (C source and HEX)

XBee Shield

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 09 Mar 2008 13:49:40 GMT

The Xbee shield allows an Arduino board to communicate wirelessly using Zigbee. It is based on the Xbee module from Digi (formerly MaxStream). The shield can be used as a serial/usb replacement or you can put it into a command mode and configure it for a variety of broadcast and mesh networking options.

The shields breaks out each of the Xbee's pins to a through-hole solder pad. It also provides female pin headers for use of digital pins 2 to 7 and the analog inputs, which are covered by the shield.

Digital pins 8 to 13 are not obstructed by the shield, so you can use the headers on the board itself).

XBee is a modified ZigBee protocol.

***PLEASE NOTE - THIS SHIELD DOES NOT COME FITTED WITH AN XBEE MODULE - THESE MUST BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY***

A large range of series 2 (2.5) or series ZB Xbee modules are available for purchase including modules with external antenna connectors, and modules with ranges of up to 1 mile! You can find them here
Documents

Arduino XBee Page

Arduino Bluetooth

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 17:38:35 GMT

This is the very popular Arduino platform with a Bluetooth serial connection in place of the USB connection. Now you can have Arduino without wires!
Features:

The use of a DC-DC converter, allowing the board to be powered with a minimum of 1.2 V, but with a maximum of 5.5 V. Higher voltages or reversed polarity in the power supply will kill the board.
A surface-mounted ATmega168 (as with the Arduino Mini). This doubles the amount of space available for your sketches and adds three more PWM pins and two more analog inputs.
Pin 7 is connected to the reset pin of the Bluetooth module.
Only use serial communication at 115200 baud; this is the speed that the module has been configured to use.

The Bluetooth module used is the Bluegiga WT11, iWrap version (details and datasheet on the Arduino page). The Bluetooth module can be configured with commands set over the serial port from the ATmega168 (see the iWrap user's guide for details). A program to set the name and pass code of the Bluetooth module is run once on each Arduino BT. The name is set to ARDUINOBT and the pass code to 12345. For complete details, see the initialization program's source code. The ATmega168 comes preloaded with a bootloader that allows you to upload sketches to the board via Bluetooth. The bootloader source code is available in the Arduino SVN repository.

LPC-P2378 Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 17:06:57 GMT

LPC-P2378 DEVELOPMENT PROTOTYPE BOARD WITH LPC2378 Ethernet, USB, 2x CAN, 2xRS232, ETHERNET, SD/MMC

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2378 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™t with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, EXTERNAL MEMORY BUS, RTC, 4x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, 4x CAN, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
Optional - TRACE connector
Ethernet 100MBit
RS232 port
CAN driver and connector
SD/MMC card connector
UEXT connector with I2C, SPI, RS232 and power supply for connecting add-on modules like RF link, MP3, etc available from Olimex
RESET circuit with external control of Philips ISP utility via RS232 port
Jumpers for ISP/RUN mode
two USER button
RESET Button
two on board voltage regulators 3V and 5V with up to 800mA current
Extension port connector for many of microcontrollers pins
single power supply: External power supply, USB or JTAG connector
Prototype area
power supply led
FR-4, 1.5 mm, red soldermask, component print
Dimension: 100x130mm (3.94x5.12")

DOCUMENTS:

LPC-P2378
LPC-P2378 jumper description
HARDWARE:

LPC-P2378 schematic
SOFTWARE: (the software below is available for all of our customers who purchase the development board):

LPC-P2378 blink LED with Eclipse/GCC project
LPC-P2378 USB HID class audio device (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
LPC-P2378 USB HID mouse device (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
LPC-P2378 USB mass storage device (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
LPC-P2378 Virtual COM port device (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
LPC-P2378 uIP web server complete (EW-ARM project and complete source code)

PIC-ICD2-Tiny Programmer/Debugger

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 16:44:17 GMT

PIC-TINY-ICD2
INFO:

The manufacturers of this unit claim that the PIC-ICD2-TINY is the world's lowest cost PIC ICD2 debugger and programmer. With a size of only 55 x 55 mm (2.16 x 2.16") and weighing on 30 grams (without ICSP cable and packing) this little device fits in your pocket and is very convenient to carry with you when you work in field.

The PIC-ICD2-TINY is a complete replacement of Microchip's original MPBA-ICD2 and with it you can do everything you can do with the original MPLAB-ICD2. The only difference is that PIC-ICD2-TINY only has an RS232 port to connect with PC and provides only a fixed Vpp voltage. PIC-ICD2-TINY is a low cost, real-time debugger and programmer for selected PIC® MCUs and dsPIC® DSCs. Programs can be downloaded, executed in real time and examined in detail with the debug functions of MPLAB.

The unit allows debugging by setting watch variables and breakpoints from symbolic labels in C or assembly source code, and stepping through C source lines or into assembly code. PIC-ICD2-TINY can also be used as a development programmer for supported MCUs. The secret behind In Circuit Debugging is two dedicated hardware lines (microcontroller pins used only during debugging mode) that control In Circuit Serial Programming™ (ICSP™) of the device and, afterwards, debugging through proprietary, on-chip firmware. The ICD 2 debug features are built into the microcontroller and activated by programming the debug code into the target processor. There is some shared overhead expense that includes one stack level, some general purpose file registers and a small area of program memory.

FEATURES:

RS232 interface to host PC
Real time background debugging
MPLAB IDE GUI (latest release available for free download from Microchip's web site)
Firmware upgradeable from PC
Light plastic enclosure
Supports low voltage to 2.0 volts. (2.0 to 6.0 range)
Diagnostic bi-color LED (Busy, Error)
Reading/Writing memory space and EEDATA areas of target microcontroller
Programs configuration bits
Erase of program memory space with verification
Peripheral freeze-on-halt stops timers at breakpoints

HARDWARE:

PIC ICSP connector (top view)

Important:power supply should be in range 16-18VDC. Please double check your wallwart adapter voltage supply, some adapters have bigger voltage when not loaded and can damage PIC-ICD2-TINY.

Note: PIC-ICD2 / PIC-ICD2-POCKET have variable voltage Vpp, while on PIC-ICD2-TINY the Vpp is set firm to +13VDC, PIC18F2XX0/2X21/2XX5/4XX0/4X21/4XX5 programming specifications doesn't allow more than +12.5VDC on Vpp (this is the reason they are not supported by Picstart+ which have also have fixed Vpp voltage) and PIC-ICD2-TINY may damage them if connected directly! Simple solution is to use diode drop circuit.

For these who prefer to not read the MPLAB-ICD2 datasheets, but wonder why MPLAB refuse to work with the standard COM settings: COM port should be set with HARDWARE FLOW CONTROL and FIFO buffers DISABLED!

SOFTWARE:

MPLAB-IDE - you can download the latest version from Microchip's web site. VERY IMPORTANT MPLAB 8.XX have bug and once upgraded you will not be able to use PIC-ICD2-TINY andymore as this bug affects RS232 communication, so do not use MPLAB 8.XX until Microchip fix it's bug

Manufacturer FAQ :
Q: What's the difference between PIC-ICD2-TINY and MPLAB-ICD2 (PIC-ICD2)?
A: There is no functional difference between them and PIC-ICD2-TINY, but PIC-ICD2-TINY have 3 differences: 1. TINY uses different the ICSP connector - Microchip uses RJ45 phone jack connector, we use 0.1" step; 2. TINY have only RS232 connector for connection to PC host, this makes the debug and programming slower; 3. TINY uses fixed 13V Vpp voltage and on some PICs Vpp should not exceed 12.5V so one diode should be connected serially to MCLR in this case to cause voltage drop to 12.4V.

Q: What RS232 cable do I need?
A: You need RS232 stright pin to pin cable (called sometimes extension cable) with Male-Female DB9 connectors on both ends.

Q: What should I know when connect PIC-ICD2-TINY to target board.
A: It's very important your that your target PIC MCLR is not connected directly to VCC! During the programming/debugging MCLR goes as high as 13VDC and if your target MCLR is connected directly to target VCC you will blow either PIC-ICD2-TINY or your target board. Use always 10K pullup resistor from MCLR to VCC.

Q: What should I know when work PIC-ICD2 and RS232 port .
A: COM port should be set with HARDWARE FLOW CONTROL and FIFO buffers DISABLED!

SAM9-L9260 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 01:34:05 GMT

SAM9-L9260 DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR AT91SAM9260 MICROCONTROLLER

INFO:

SAM9-L9260 is low cost development platform with ARM9 microcontroller, 64MB SDRAM and 512MB NAND Flash. The board have Ethernet 100Mbit controller, USB host, USB device, RS232 and 40 pin extension port with all unused SAM9260 ports available for add-on boards. SAM9-L9260 have large amount of Flash and RAM space and happily runs Linux, WindowsCE and other RTOS natively. RTC clock is backed up with 3V Li battery.

FEATURES:

MCU: AT91SAM9260 16/32 bit ARM9™ 180MHz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
64 MB SDRAM
512MB NAND Flash (seen in Linux as silicon drive)
Ethernet 100Mbit connector
USB host and USB device connectors
RS232 interface and drivers
SD/MMC card connector
one user button and one reset button
one power and two status LEDs
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: 5V DC required
power supply filtering capacitor
18.432 Mhz crystal on socket
extension header
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 100 x 80 mm (3.94 x 3.15")
HARDWARE:

SAM9-L9260 schematic
SOFTWARE:

Linux 2.6 complete with source and binary in CD
Windows CE 6.0 in development
FreeBSD in development

PIC-PG4 Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:59:41 GMT

PIC-PG4 PIC16F84 /16F628 PROGRAMMER AND PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT BOARD
FEATURES:

This board is everything you need for getting started with the PIC microcontrollers programming. It has on board power supply voltage regulator circuit, microcontroller's reset circuit, crystal oscilator circuit, LED, EEPROM memory, RS232 serial port interface, second RS232 port with build in programmer, so you can program your microcontroller without taking it off the board. In addition there is an ICSP port which you can use to program PICs on other boards.
PIC16F84A-20MHz microcontroller or PIC16F628A-20Mhz
ICSP connector and cable for programming other PICs in-circuit
DIL18 pin microcontroller socket
Voltage regulator 78L05 and filtering capacitors
Crystal oscilator circuit 20MHz
status red LED
I2C EEPROM 24LC08 or larger
Reset circuit
Two RS232 DB9 connectors
RS232 interface circuit
RS232 serial port programming interface circuit
Extension on board slot 14 pins for RA0-RA3, RB0-RB7, TMR, MCLR
Grid 100 mils
GND bus
Four mounting holes 3.3 mm (0,13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), double side green soldermask, white silkscreen component mark
Dimensions 61x76 mm (2,4x3,0") + 30 cm (12") ICSP cable

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-PG4 tutorial
NOTE: The programmer may not work with low power serial interfaces - i.e. laptop or notebook serial ports. USB to serial cables have also not been proven to work.

HARDWARE:

PIC-PG4 schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

ICPROG from Bonny Gijzen is the best software for serial ports programmers that we know of. And it's FREE!
WinPIC - Great new software by Wolfgang "Wolf" Bnscher. Supports all the popular flash PICs, as well as many of the newly released PICs! Use this software for support for the 16F628A, 16F87, and 16F88.
FREE HI-TECH's C compiler to develop your programs
16F628 sample code written in c2c compiler kindly provided by Pavel Baranov

PIC-PG3 Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:56:42 GMT

PIC-PG3 - PARALLEL PORT PIC 8/18/28/40 PIN DEVICES PROGRAMMER

FEATURES:

PIC-PG3 is programmer based on D.Tait's parallel port design. To operate it needs external power supply 12-15VAC or 16-18VDC. It supports all 8/18/28 and 40 pin PIC microcontrollers which allow serial programming. PIC-PG3 have connector and cable for ICSP programming and can be used to program all PIC-PxxB prototype boards.
The supported devices depend on the current version of ICPROG software.
Dimensions 75x58 mm (3x2.3") + 30 cm (12") ICSP cable

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-PG3 tutorial by SparkFun
NOTE: The programmer may not work with low power serial interfaces - i.e. laptop or notebook serial ports. USB to serial cables have also not been proven to work.

HARDWARE:

PIC-PG3 schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

ICPROG from Bonny Gijzen is the best software for serial ports programmers we ever know. And it's FREE!
PICALLW - SHAREWARE software by Bojan Dobaj
FREE software by Nigel Goodwin

RFID Reader Breakout

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 00:36:08 GMT

This is a simple breakout board for our RFID readers. This board will bring the 2mm spaced pins out to two 0.1" spaced headers. You can solder the reader directly to the breakout board or use our 2mm sockets.

Breakout board fits within and under the ID-12. The board also works with the ID-20, but is smaller than the edges of the ID-20.

ID12 RFID Reader Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 09:16:13 GMT

This is a very simple to use RFID reader module with a built in antenna. Power the module, hold up a card, and get a serial string output containing the unique ID of the card. Dead easy! Now you can check what kind of information people are embedding in RFID tags these days.

A separate breakout board for this unit is available
Features:

5V supply
125kHz read frequency
EM4001 64-bit RFID tag compatible
9600bps TTL and RS232 output
Magnetic stripe emulation output
Dimensions: 25x26mm
Documents:

Datasheet
mbed example

LPC-2378-STK Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 00:22:22 GMT

LPC-2378STK DEVELOPMENT PROTOTYPE BOARD WITH LPC2378 Ethernet, USB, 2x CAN, 2xRS232, ETHERNET, SD/MMC, AUDIO IN-OUT

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2378 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™t with 512K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, EXTERNAL MEMORY BUS, RTC, 4x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, 4x CAN, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
Optional - TRACE connector
128x128 pixel 12 bit color TFT LCD with backlight
Ethernet 100MBit
MMA7620 3 axis accelerometer
Two RS232 port
Two CAN drivers and connector
SD/MMC card connector
UEXT connector with I2C, SPI, RS232 and power supply for connecting add-on modules like RF link, MP3, etc available from Olimex
IrDA transciever on board
Audio in and Audio Out jacks for microphone and headphones
Trimpot connected to ADC
RESET circuit with external control of Philips ISP utility via RS232 port
Jumpers for ISP/RUN mode
Joystick with four directions and push action
Two USER button
RESET Button
Two on board voltage regulators 3V and 5V with up to 800mA current
Extension port connector for many of microcontrollers pins
Single power supply: External power supply, USB or JTAG connector
Battery holder and connector for the RTC
Power supply led
FR-4, 1.5 mm, red soldermask, component print
Dimensions: 135x101mm (5.3x3.98")

DOCUMENTS:

LPC-2378STK
LPC-2378STK jumpers description
HARDWARE:

LPC2378STK schematic
SOFTWARE: (the software below is available for all of our customers who purchase the development board):

LPC2378-STK USB HID class audio device (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
LPC2378-STK USB HID mouse device (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
LPC2378-STK USB mass storage device (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
LPC2378-STK Virtual COM port device (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
LPC2378-STK uIP web server complete (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
LPC2378-STK LCD demo code (EW-ARM project and complete source code)
Jim Lynch's NOKIA 6610 LCD tutorial
LPC-2378STK blink LED project for Eclipse/GCC

STM32-H103 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 23:50:55 GMT

STM32-H103 HEADER BOARD FOR STM32F103RBT6 CORTEX-M3 MICROCONTROLLER

INTRODUCTION:

The ARM Cortex-M3 processor is the latest generation of ARM processors for embedded systems. It has been developed to provide a low-cost platform that meets the needs of MCU implementation, with a reduced pin count and low-power consumption, while delivering outstanding computational performance and an advanced system response to interrupts. The ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC processor features exceptional code-efficiency, delivering the high-performance expected from an ARM core in the memory size usually associated with 8- and 16-bit devices.

The STM32F103 Performance Line family has an embedded ARM core and is therefore compatible with all ARM tools and software. It combines the high performance ARM Cortex-M3 CPU with an extensive range of peripheral functions and enhanced I/O capabilities. STM32-H103 is low cost development board for the new ST Cortex-M3 based microcontrollers STM32F103RBT6. This board is perfect solution for USB peripherials development. All microcontroller ports are available on extension connectors.

FEATURES:

MCU: STM32F103RBT6 ARM 32 bit CORTEX M3™ with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 20K Bytes RAM, USB, CAN, x2 I2C, x2 ADC 12 bit, x3 UART, x2 SPI, x3 TIMERS, up to 72Mhz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB connector
User button
RESET button
Status LED
Power supply LED
On board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current single power supply: takes power from USB port or extension connector pin
8 Mhz crystal oscillator
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 61x 34mm (2.4 x 1.3")
Distance between the exntension connectors: 25.4 mm (1")

DOCUMENTS:

STM32-H103.pdf Users Manual
HARDWARE:

STM32-H103 schematic
JTAG connector (top view)
SOFTWARE:

Blinking LED (C source and HEX) for EW-ARM
Sample mouse driver (C source and HEX) for EW-ARM

STM32-P103 Dev Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 23:47:09 GMT

HEADER BOARD FOR STM32F103RBT6 CORTEX M3 ARM MICROCONTROLLER

The ARM Cortex-M3 processor is the latest generation of ARM processors for embedded systems. It has been developed to provide a low-cost platform that meets the needs of MCU implementation, with a reduced pin count and low-power consumption, while delivering outstanding computational performance and an advanced system response to interrupts. The ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC processor features exceptional code-efficiency, delivering the high-performance expected from an ARM core in the memory size usually associated with 8- and 16-bit devices.

The STM32F103 Performance Line family has an embedded ARM core and is therefore compatible with all ARM tools and software. It combines the high performance ARM Cortex-M3 CPU with an extensive range of peripheral functions and enhanced I/O capabilities. STM32-P103 is good start-up board for learning the new ST Cortex-M3 based microcontrollers STM32F103RBT6. It have RS232 and both USB and CAN , the prototype area with all microcontrollers port near it allow customer easy to implement his own schematics and add-ons.
Features:

MCU: STM32F103RBT6 ARM 32 bit CORTEX M3™ with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 20K Bytes RAM, USB, CAN, x2 I2C, x2 ADC 12 bit, x3 UART, x2 SPI, x3 TIMERS, up to 72Mhz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB connector
CAN driver and connector
RS232 driver and connector
UEXT connector which allow different modules to be connected (as MOD-MP3, MOD-NRF24LR, etc)
SD-MMC connector
Backup battery connector
RESET button
Status LED
Power supply LED
On board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current single power supply: takes power from USB port or power supply jack
8 Mhz crystal oscillator
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 100 x 90mm (3.94 x 3.5")

Documents:

STM32-P103.pdf users manual
Hardware:

STM32-P103 schematic
JTAG connector (top view)
Software:

Blinking LED C source for EW-ARM 5.11
Sample mouse driver C source for EW-ARM 5.11
Mass Storage C source for EW-ARM 5.11
USB-to-RS232 Virtual COM port C source for EW-ARM 5.11
Blinking LED project for GCC + Eclipse + OpenOCD
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for STM32-P103.

CP2103 USB to Serial Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 19:52:12 GMT

The Silicon Labs CP2103 chip is an extremely handy USB to Serial converter with additional GPIO ports. Problem is, it's near impossible to hand solder. This breakout board therefore saves you all of the hard work, with a ready mounted CP2103, usb connector, LED and interfacing pin holes.

Implements full v2.0 USB protocol

Needs no external crystal

Internal EEPROM for device ID and Product Description strings

4 independently controllable GPIOs

Documents:

Silicon Labs website

CP2103 IC Datasheet

Drivers:

SFE USB Drivers (Includes drivers for Linux and MacOS)

USB Driver Installation Information

STR-750 STK Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:24:51 GMT

STR-750-STK DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR STR750 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER FEATURES:

MCU: STR750
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB 2.0 device port
3x RS232 interface and drivers
4x optoisolated inputs
2 RELAYS 10A/250VAC
3x Buttons
Trimmer potentiometer
NOKIA 6610 TFT COLOR LCD display 128x128 pixel 12 bit color with backlight
UEXT - 10 pin extension connector for Olimex addon peripherials like MP3, RF2.4Ghz, RFID etc. modules
on board voltage regulators wiith up to 800mA current
single power supply: 6-9VDC required
power supply LED
power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit
RESET button
4 Mhz crystal
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 110 x 101 mm (4.33 x 3.98")
DOCUMENTS: STR750-STK.pdf HARDWARE: STR750-STK Schematic SOFTWARE: Jim Lynch's NOKIA 6610 LCD tutorial

STR-E912 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:21:20 GMT

STR-E912 DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR STR912 ARM966 MICROCONTROLLER WITH CAN, USB, RS232, ETHERNET TFT LCD DISPLAY FEATURES:

MCU: STR912FW44X ARM966E-S 96Mhz, 512K+32K internal Flash, 96K internal RAM, external bus, 9 DMA channels, 10bit ADC, 10/100Mbit Ethernet MAC, 3x UARTS, USB 2.0, CAN,
128x128 pixel 12 bit color TFT LCD with backlight
Joystick with four directions and push action, analogue trimmer potentiometer connected to ADC input
ETHERNET 100 PHY KSZ8721BL
RS232 drivers and connectors
USB connectors
CAN driver and connector
SD/MMC card (on bottom of the board)
IrDA transciever on board (optional)
Audio Output
Audio Input
Speaker on board with volume control
UEXT connector with I2C, SPI, RS232 and power supply for connecting add-on modules like RF link, MP3, etc available from Olimex
JTAG interface (optional JTAG-TRACE connector)
ADC extension port
Extension ports for all unused microcontroller ports
External memory bus connector
Li-ion CR2032 battery connector for the RTC
dimensions: 145x130 mm (5.7 x 5.1")
DOCUMENTS:

STR-E912.pdf

HARDWARE:

STR-E912 schematic
SOFTWARE:

HID Audio device demo (EW-ARM)
uIP web server (EW-ARM)
LCD UART Joystick code (EW-ARM) Note: NOKIA6610 comes with two type of controllers, the difference is in the label on the display GE8 and GE12, this project handles both controllers, but you have to comment (#define GE12) if your LCD is GE8
IrDA echo code (EW-ARM)
BMP-TO-ARRAY converter for Nokia 6610 LCD

STR-730 STK Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:18:21 GMT

STR-730-STK DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR STR730 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER FEATURES:

MCU: STR730
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
3x CAN drivers and connectors
2x RS232 interface and drivers
4x optoisolated inputs
2 RELAYS 10A/250VAC
4x Buttons
Trimmer potentiometer
LCD display 16x2 with backlight
2x UEXT - 10 pin extension connector for Olimex addon peripherials like MP3, RF2.4Ghz, RFID etc. modules
MOTOR PWM extension connector
ANALOGUE extension connector
on board voltage regulator 5V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: 12VDC required
power supply LED
power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit
RESET button
4 Mhz crystal
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 170 x 115 mm (6.7 x 4.5")
DOCUMENTS: STR730-STK.pdf HARDWARE: STR730-STK Schematic

STR-P712 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:15:42 GMT

STR-P712 DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR STR712 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER
This assembled and tested board from Olimex includes the STR712FR2T6 microcontroller

FEATURES:

MCU: STR712FR2T6 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI� with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, CAN, RTC, 12 bit ADC, 4x UARTs, 2x I2C,2x SPI, 5x 32bit TIMERS, 2x PWM, 2x CCR, WDT, up to 50MHz operation standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
CAN connector
RS232 interface and driver
Buttons
status LED
UEXT - 10 pin extension connector for Olimex addon peripherials like MP3, RF2.4Ghz, RFID etc. modules
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: 6V AC or DC required
power supply LED
power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit
RESET button
4 Mhz crystal oscillator
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 100 x 90 mm (3.93 x 3.54")

DOCUMENTS:

STR-P712.pdf
STR-P712 Schematic

Triple Axis Accelerometer Breakout - ADXL335

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:49:47 GMT

Breakout board for the 3 axis ADXL335 from Analog Devices. ***THIS IS A DIRECT REPLACEMENT FOR THE ADXL330***
This is the latest in a long, proven line of analog sensors - the holy grail of accelerometers. The ADXL335 is a triple axis accelerometer with extremely low noise and power consumption - only 320uA! The sensor has a full sensing range of +/-3g.
There is no on-board regulation, provided power should be between 1.8 and 3.6VDC.

Board comes fully assembled and tested with external components installed. The included 0.1uF capacitors set the bandwidth of each axis to 50Hz.
Dimensions: 0.7x0.7"

Documents:

ADXL335 Data Sheet

Schematic

Example 3D cube project using a PIC

ADuC-MT7020 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:18:22 GMT

ADuC-MT7020 DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR ADuC7020 ARM7 MICROCONTROLLER
INFO:

ADuC-MT7020 is small terminal board with USB link for PC, two buttons, LCD 16x2 with backlight and ADuC7020 with the unique 1Msps ADCs/DACs which are accessable on separate AEXT connector.

FEATURES:

MCU: ADuC7020 - ARM7TDMI Core, 16/32-bit RISC architecture, 5 Channels 12-bit, 1MSPS ADC, Differential and single-ended modes, 0 to Vref Analog Input Range, 4 Outputs 12-bit Voltage Output DACs, On-Chip 20ppm/°C Voltage Reference, On-Chip Temperature Sensor (±3°C), Uncommitted Voltage Comparator, JTAG Port, Clocking options: Trimmed On-Chip Oscillator (± 2%), External Watch crystal, External clock source
45MHz PLL with Programmable Divider, 62k Bytes Flash/EE Memory, 8k Bytes SRAM, In-Circuit Download, JTAG based Debug, Software triggered in-circuit re-programmability, UART, dual I2C and SPI Serial I/O, 14-Pin GPIO Port, 2 X General Purpose Timers, Wake-up and Watchdog Timers, Power Supply Monitor, PLA – Programmable Logic (Array), Power Specified for 3V operation, Active Mode: 6mW (@1MHz) 300mW (@45MHz), Fully specified for –40°C to 85°C operation;
JTAG connector for in-circuit programming and debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB-RS232 convertor and interface to ADuC7020, can be used for serial download
I2C connector
RESET supervisor IC and button
SERIAL DOWNLOAD (bootloader enable) button
two buttons
LCD 16x2 display with BACKLIGHT
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
power supply filtering capacitor and ferite bead
extension header for ADC and DAC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print

HARDWARE:

ADuC-MT7020 schematic
SOFTWARE:

RS232 initialization for EW-ARM
LCD, DAC demo code for EW-ARM
LCD write for EW-ARM
ADC read DAC write demo code for EW-ARM
Blink LED demo code for EW-ARM
RS232 , UART, demo code for EW-ARM
DAC sinusoidal generation demo code for EW-ARM
SPI demo code for EW-ARM
Basic initializations for ADUC7020 demo code for EW-ARM

STR-H711 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:17:19 GMT

STR-H711 HEADER BOARD FOR STR711 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER FEATURES:

MCU: STR711FR2T6 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI� with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, USB 2.0, RTC, 12 bit ADC, 4x UARTs, 2x I2C,2x SPI, 5x 32bit TIMERS, 2x PWM, 2x CCR, WDT, up to 50MHz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
perfect solution for developing USB peripherials
USB connector
RESET circuit
RESET button
status LED
power supply LED
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: takes power from USB port or extension connector pin
4 Mhz crystal oscillator
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 50 x 34mm (2 x 1.3")
Distance between the exntension connectors: 25.4 mm (1")
DOCUMENTS:

STR-H711 extension port assignments
STR-H711 dimensions
STR-H711.pdf
HARDWARE:

STR-H711 schematic
JTAG connector (top view)
SOFTWARE:

OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for STR-H711. The complete list of projects included is here.

AVR-M16 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:15:24 GMT

AVR-M16 AT Mega16 HEADER BOARD WITH JTAG CONNECTOR
FEATURES

JTAG 5x2 pin connector for in-circuit programming and debugging with AVR-JTAG-L or AVR-JTAG-USB
pin to pin compatible to AT90S8535 and may be used with AVR-P40B-8535-xMhz prototype boards
ATMega16-16AC avr microcontroller
power supply filtering capacitors
extension pin headers for each uC pin
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
dimensions 51x19 mm (2"x0.73")

HARDWARE:

Schematic
AVR JTAG connector (top view)

AVR-M32 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:14:30 GMT

AVR-M32 AT Mega32 HEADER BOARD WITH JTAG CONNECTOR
FEATURES

JTAG 5x2 pin connector for in-circuit programming and debugging with AVR-JTAG-L or AVR-JTAG-USB
pin to pin compatible to AT90S8535 and may be used with AVR-P40B-8535-xMhz prototype boards
ATMega32-16AC avr microcontroller
power supply filtering capacitors
extension pin headers for each uC pin
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
dimensions 51x19 mm (2"x0.73")

HARDWARE:

Schematic
AVR JTAG connector (top view)

ADuC-IO7020 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:12:10 GMT

ADuC-IO7020 DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR ADuC7020 ARM7 MICROCONTROLLER INFO:
ADuC-IO7020 is very good platform for automation application which need fast ADC and DACs and need to commutate high loads. It have 4 relays 240VAC/10A, 4 optoisolated inputs, RS232, JTAG and the 1Msps ADC/DACs are available on separate conenctor for connection to external sensors.
FEATURES:

MCU: ADuC7020 - ARM7TDMI Core, 16/32-bit RISC architecture, 5 Channels 12-bit, 1MSPS ADC, Differential and single-ended modes, 0 to Vref Analog Input Range, 4 Outputs 12-bit Voltage Output DACs, On-Chip 20ppm/�C Voltage Reference, On-Chip Temperature Sensor (�3�C), Uncommitted Voltage Comparator, JTAG Port, Clocking options: Trimmed On-Chip Oscillator (� 2%), External Watch crystal, External clock source 45MHz PLL with Programmable Divider, 62k Bytes Flash/EE Memory, 8k Bytes SRAM, In-Circuit Download, JTAG based Debug, Software triggered in-circuit re-programmability, UART, dual I2C and SPI Serial I/O, 14-Pin GPIO Port, 2 X General Purpose Timers, Wake-up and Watchdog Timers, Power Supply Monitor, PLA �
Programmable Logic (Array), Power Specified for 3V operation, Active Mode: 6mW (@1MHz) 300mW (@45MHz), Fully specified for �40�C to 85�C operation;
JTAG connector for in-circuit programming and debugging with ARM-JTAG
RS232 interface circuit and connector
I2C connector
RESET button
SERIAL DOWNLOAD (bootloader enable) button
LED status
power supply circuit with plug-in power jack and diode protection
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
4 RELAYs with 10A/250VAC NO and NC contacts with screw terminals
extension header for ADC and DAC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
four mounting holes 3.3 mm (0.13")
DOCUMENTS:

ADUC-IO7020.pdf users manual
ADuC-IO7020 Schematic
SOFTWARE:

ADC read DAC write demo code for EW-ARM
Blink LED demo code for EW-ARM
RS232 , UART, demo code for EW-ARM
DAC sinusoidal generation demo code for EW-ARM
SPI demo code for EW-ARM
Basic initializations for ADUC7020 demo code for EW-ARM

ADuC-M7020 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:08:07 GMT

ADuC-M7020 DEVELOPMENT (MOTHERBOARD) BOARD FOR ADuC-H7020 HEADER BOARD INFO:
ADuC-M7020 is complementary board for the ADuC-H7020 which allows the features of the ADuC7020 to be explored without the need for additional soldering. This board provides USB-RS232 converter for easy interfacing to your PC, two buttons, potentiometers, and status LEDs to help you begin ADuC-H7020 development straight out of the box.
FEATURES:

DIL socket for ADuC-H7020 plug-in
JTAG connector for in-circuit programming and debugging with ARM-JTAG
two buttons
two potentiometers connected to ADCs
bi-color LED connected to DACs
two status LEDs (yellow/green)
Dallas i-button interface and connector
USB-RS232 convertor and interface to ADuC7020, can be used for serial download
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Separate Analog and Digital prototype area
Four mounting holes 3.3 mm (0.13")
DOCUMENTS:
ADUC-M7020.pdf users manual
HARDWARE:

ADuC-M7020 schematic
SOFTWARE:

RS232 init demo code for EW-ARM
buttons read demo code for EW-ARM
ADC read DAC write demo code for EW-ARM

ADuC-P7026 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:04:34 GMT

ADuC-P7026 DEVELOPMENT PROTOTYPE BOARD FOR ADuC7026 ARM7 MICROCONTROLLER
INFO:

ADuC-P7026 is low cost development board for Analog Devices ADuC7026 ARM7 microcontroller. Among the unique features for this microcontroller are the 1Msps ADCs and DACs, 3 phases PWM module which are not available from other ARM vendors. ADuC7026 have build in bootloader which could be used to load code in the microcontroller without need for external programmer.

FEATURES:

MCU: ADuC7026 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 64K Bytes Program Flash, 8K Bytes RAM, 12 channel 12 bit ADC with 1Msps, 4 channels 12 bit DACs, on chip Vref, onchip temperature sensor, UARTs, 2x I2C, SPI, Three phase PWM, PLA programmable logic, external memory interface, 2x 32bit TIMERS, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 45MHz operation
ARM JTAG 2x10 pin connector
RESET circuit
USB-RS232 convertor
Two status LEDs
Two buttons
Two trimmer potentiometers connected to ADC inputs
Bi-color LED connected to two DACs
SD and RESET buttons for easy bootloader enable
Power supply LED
On-board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Power supply filtering capacitor
Powered from USB port no need for external power supply adapter
Connector for external power supply if USB is not present
32768 Hz crystal
Extension headers for all microcontroller ports
Prototype area with split analogue and digital area
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 100x80 mm (3.9x3.15")
DOCUMENTS:

ADUC-P7026.pdf
HARDWARE:

ADUC-P7026 schematic
ARM JTAG connector layout
SOFTWARE:

Blinking LED and button example (C source and HEX) for EW-ARM
UART example code (C source and HEX) for EW-ARM
ADC input from the trimpot to bi-color LED changes (C source for EW-ARM

PIC-USB-4550 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:01:51 GMT

PIC-USB-4550 PROTOTYPE BOARD FOR PIC18F4550 MICROCONTROLLER WITH USB INTRODUCTION:
This is handly prototype board for development of USB application with PIC18F4550 microcontroller. The great thing about it is that if you want only to load code to it i.e. to program it you can do this without any additional programmer. Microchip provides these free USB solutions for their microcontrollers which are available for you to use off the shelf: USB HID Class firmware you can build mouse or other Human Interface Device for Windows, USB CDC Communication class device, USB Mass Storage firmware - add your own USB disk drives to your computer, USB-to-RS232 driver. The large amount of prototype space allow you easy to add on sensors, relays and other peripherial devices to interface to USB. The board can take power from USB or from External supply with small jumper selection. RESET button, User button and LED are on-board.
FEATURES:

ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP, PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-PG1,PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3 or PIC-PG4 and programming and debuggine with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-POCKET, PIC-ICD2-TINY
USB 2.0 type B connector allow board to be interfaced to PC host.
PIC18F4550-I/P on DIL40 socket
Quartz crystall 20Mhz
LED connected to RD3 through jumper
User Button connected to RB4
Reset button
Power plug-in jack with diode bridge can be powered with AC or DC power supply
5V voltage regulator
Extension slot on every uC pin
Grid 100 mils
GND bus
Vcc bus
Four mounting holes 3,3 mm (0,13")
FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3,9x3,15")
DOCUMENTS:

PIC-USB-4550.pdf - User manual
HARDWARE:

PIC-USB-4550 schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Blink LED demo code (C source and HEX)
Button read demo code (C source and HEX)
USB bootloader (C source and HEX)

LPC-P2103 Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 16:59:20 GMT

LPC-H2106 LPC2106 ARM7 MICROCONTROLLER HEADER BOARD IN DIL40 FORMAT FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2106 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S� with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, RTC, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
DIL40 housing, so user can use existing sockets on prototype boards
two on board voltage regulators 1.8V and 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: +5-9VDC required
RESET, DBGSEL, RTCK pullup resistors
14.7456 Mhz crystal allow easy communication setup (4x PLL = 58,9824 Mhz CPU clock)
possibility for external clock-in
power supply filtering capacitor
extension headers for P0.0-P0.31, DBGSEL, RST, RTCK, XIN, +3.3V_OUT, GND
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 51x20 mm (2.0x0.75")
space between the pin rows: 15.24 mm (0.6")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-H2106.pdf
LPC-H2106.chm
HARDWARE: Schematic SOFTWARE:

BLINK LED at P0.x - C source code (Rowley's CrossConnect), C source code (IAR EWARM) and compiled HEX code which can be programmed with Philips' Flash ISP utility
SAKAMOTO YASUHIRO's mother board for LPC-H40 source codes for LCD display and lot of useful information for LPC2106

LPC-H2106 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 16:57:31 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2106 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, RTC, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
DIL40 housing, so user can use existing sockets on prototype boards
two on board voltage regulators 1.8V and 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: +5-9VDC required
RESET, DBGSEL, RTCK pullup resistors
14.7456 Mhz crystal allow easy communication setup (4x PLL = 58,9824 Mhz CPU clock)
possibility for external clock-in
power supply filtering capacitor
extension headers for P0.0-P0.31, DBGSEL, RST, RTCK, XIN, +3.3V_OUT, GND
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 51x20 mm (2.0x0.75")
space between the pin rows: 15.24 mm (0.6")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-H2106.pdf
LPC-H2106.chm
HARDWARE:

Schematic
SOFTWARE:

BLINK LED at P0.x - C source code (Rowley's CrossConnect), C source code (IAR EWARM) and compiled HEX code which can be programmed with Philips' Flash ISP utility
SAKAMOTO YASUHIRO's mother board for LPC-H40 source codes for LCD display and lot of useful information for LPC2106
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for LPC-H2106. The complete list of projects included is here.

ENC28J60-H Ethernet Controller Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 19 Dec 2007 01:00:53 GMT

WORLD'S SMALLEST ETHERNET CONTROLLER DEV BOARD

FEATURES:

ENC28J60 Ethernet controller in the world's most compact header form
LAN connecttor with build in transformer
two status LEDs on LAN connector
SPI interface takes only few pins to add Ethernet interface to your microcontroller project
10 pin interface on 0.1" row pins header
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 30x24 mm (1.18 x 0.95")
space between the pin rows: 20 mm (0.8")
DOCUMENTS:

ENC28J60-H.pdf
HARDWARE:

ENC28J60-H header board schematic
SOFTWARE:

Microchip's TCP-IP stack full featured TCP-IP stack, very easy to configure and use with PIC microcontrollers.
AVR fans now have also demo code for driving ENC28J60 with Bascom thanks to Ben Zijlstra from Netherlands
uIP1.0 demo code with LPC-P2106 and ENC28J60-H for CrossWorks written by Iain Derrington

MAXQ-H2000 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 23:32:05 GMT

Maxim's MAXQ microcontrollers are High-Performance, Low-Power (190uA @ 8MHz!) , 16-Bit RISC Core devices. They can run up to 20 Mhz and execute instructions at one clock cycle, faster than AVR, PIC or MSP430.

This header board from Olimex allows development of projects using the MAX2000-RAX MCU without having to carry out tricky surface mount soldering of a fine pitch device.

FEATURES:

MCU: MAX2000-RAX up to 20 Mhz( single clock per instruction i.e. up to 20MIPS), low power 190 uA @ 8Mhz, power supply 1.8-2.5V, 16 bit microcontroller with 64 KB Flash (10K re-programing cycles), 2KB RAM, 3x 16bit Timers, 2x UART, 1x SPI, 1-wire, build-in driver for 132 segment LCD
JTAG connector
20 Mhz (on socket) and 32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
Two on-board power supply voltage regulators supplying +2.5V to core and +3.3V to GPIOs
PWR_JTAG allow board to be power supplied by the JTAG (if MAXQ-JTAG-USB is used)
power supply filtering capacitors
extension headers for each uC pin on 0.1" row header
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 47x47 mm (1.8x1.8")
space between the pin rows: 43.18 mm (1.7")
DOCUMENTS:

MAXQ-H2000.chm
HARDWARE:

Schematic of MAXQ-H2000
MAXQ JTAG connector (TOP view)

ADuC-H7020 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 23:02:15 GMT

HEADER BOARD IN DIL40 FORMAT FOR ADuC7020 ARM7 MICROCONTROLLER
INFO:

The ADuC-H7020 provides a low cost way to develop with ADuC7020 microcontroller without need of fancy soldering skils. This board is designed to fit in normal DIL40 socket, so you can make your prototypes easy and troubles free. ADuC7020 is unique with the 1Msps ADCs and DACs and with the 3 phase PWM.

FEATURES:

MCU: ADuC7020 - ARM7TDMI Core, 16/32-bit RISC architecture, 5 Channels 12-bit, 1MSPS ADC, Differential and single-ended modes, 0 to Vref Analog Input Range, 4 Outputs 12-bit Voltage Output DACs, On-Chip 20ppm/°C Voltage Reference, On-Chip Temperature Sensor (±3°C), Uncommitted Voltage Comparator, JTAG Port, Clocking options: Trimmed On-Chip Oscillator (± 2%), External Watch crystal, External clock source
45MHz PLL with Programmable Divider, 62k Bytes Flash/EE Memory, 8k Bytes SRAM, In-Circuit Download, JTAG based Debug, Software triggered in-circuit re-programmability, UART, dual I2C and SPI Serial I/O, 14-Pin GPIO Port, 2 X General Purpose Timers, Wake-up and Watchdog Timers, Power Supply Monitor, PLA – Programmable Logic (Array), Power Specified for 3V operation, Active Mode: 6mW (@1MHz) 300mW (@45MHz), Fully specified for –40°C to 85°C operation;
DIL-40 (0.6" wide) layout for easy mount on prototype/mother boards
RESET button
SERIAL DOWNLOAD (bootloader enable) button
green LED status
red power supply LED
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
power supply filtering capacitors and ferite bead
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print

HARDWARE:

ADuC-H7020 schematic
SOFTWARE:

ADC read DAC write demo code for EW-ARM
Blink LED demo code for EW-ARM
RS232, UART, demo code for EW-ARM
DAC sinusoidal generation demo code for EW-ARM
SPI demo code for EW-ARM
Basic initializations for ADUC7020 demo code for EW-ARM

AVR-USB-JTAG Programmer/Emulator

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 22:55:51 GMT

AVR-USB-JTAG optoisolated USB JTAG dongle for programming and emulation.

Programs all AVR flash microcontrollers which supports JTAG, complete analog of ATJTAGICE (AVR Studio thinks it works with original ATJTAGICE)
Optoisolated, so you can debug target boards directly connected to mains 120/220VAC (take care with high voltages)
No need for external power supply - power from USB port
Works with targets Vcc 3.0-5.0V
Uses Atmel's 2x5 pin JTAG connector layout (different from ICSP connector layout)
Works with AVR STUDIO for programming, real time emulation, debugging, step by step program execution, breakpoints, memory dump etc - everything all high priced emulators do
Full emulation of all analog and digital functions, full JTAG programming support
Upgradable via AVR STUDIO
Requires USB-A male type cable, i.e. you should have USB-A male to USB-A male cable to connect to your computer
Dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") cable

Documents:

avr-usb-jtag.pdf
AVR-JTAG-USB - How to install and use guide
Note: AVR Studio has a bug - when upgrading your virtual COM port should be COM1 or COM2.

Hardware:

AVR-JTAG connector(top view)
Note: AVR-USB-JTAG needs power from target, this means PIN 4 and PIN 7 of JTAG connector should be wired to target board VCC

Software:

AVR STUDIO for programming and emulation. IMPORTANT NOTE: AVR Studio 4.13 has a bug and the fuses are not read correctly. On our request to Atmel support they confirm the bug and they suggest to fix this bug with the "AVR Studio 4.13 SP2 JTAGICE Fix" available from http://www.atmel.no/beta_ware/
FT232 drivers for your OS download and install - may work with AVR-JTAG-USB via the virtual COM port and AVR Studio

PIC MAXI-WEB Server

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 19:03:20 GMT

WEB SERVER TCP-IP DEVELOPMENT BOARD WITH PIC18F97J60 PIC MICROCONTROLLER

INTRODUCTION:
The PIC Maxi-Web is the largest of Olimex's range of internet/ethernet ready development boards and has an impressive range of features and possiblities. Power relays, and LCD display, trim pots, optoisolated digital inputs, temperature sensors : all combine to offer the developer immense amounts of control and monitoring via the web. With the right software, this board could allow remote control of an entire house!

A handy extension connector is provided to connect cusom made hardware easily. The PIC18F97J60 MCU has a massive 128KB of on-board flash memory and there is external 1Mbit (128KB) flash memory for data storage. The PIC Maxi-Web is very voltage tolerant and can take 9-25V DC or 7-18V AC range.

FEATURES:

PIC18F97J60 microcontroller with embedded Ethernet MAC and PHY and 128KB Flash programming space
1Mbit on board serial flash for web pages storage
ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP, PIC-MCP-USB, PIC-PG1,PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3 or PIC-PG4 and programming and debugging with PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-POCKET and PIC-ICD2-TINY
Temperature sensor
Trimmer potentiometer connected to analogue input
Two relays 10A/250VAC
Four optoisolated digital inputs
Twelve analogue inputs on terminal block
Two buttons
LCD16x2 with backlight
RS232 interface
Ethernet interface
Complete web server and TCP-IP stack support as per Microchip's open source TCP-IP stack
Terminal block for power supply works with 9-25 VDC power supply
Extension header to connect to other boards
Dimensions 120x108 mm (4.72x4.25")

DOCUMENTS:

Microchip TCP/IP AN833 - please read carefully, the TCP/IP stack is described

HARDWARE:

PIC-MAXI-WEB schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Microchip-4.02 stack free Microchip's TCP-IP stack tuned for PIC-MAXI-WEB with DHCP disabled and IP set to 192.168.0.30, all boards are shipped with pre-loaded TCP-IP stack
old 3.75 stack only for reference

PIC MICRO-WEB Server

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 09 Sep 2007 12:14:57 GMT

WORLD'S SMALLEST AND LOWEST COST PIC WEB SERVER TCP-IP DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR PIC MICROCONTROLLERS
INTRODUCTION:

This small and compact board gives you the opportunity to add internet connectivity to any of your existing design or machine. Packed in compact plastic enclosure with DB25 male connector for the microcontroller ports and with the unique PoE (Power over Ethernet) feature which allow PIC-MICRO-WEB to take power by the Ethernet cable and with no need for external power supply adapter. The TCP-IP stack provided by Microchip is free of charge and royalities and allow you to do http, ftp, e-mail etc services. You can control the PIC GPIOs by web interface and use them to aquire and send data from external sensors to other internet applications and clients. With 128K Flash memory for programs and 128KB Flash memory for web storage this small device has all resources usually needed for general embedded internet applications and the interfacing of sensors and devices to the interrnet.

FEATURES:

PIC18F67J20 microcontroller with Ethernet and 1Mbit memory for code
1Mbit data Flash for data storage
Mini ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-ICD2
Complete web server and TCP-IP stack support as per Microchip's open source TCP-IP stack
Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE) support
Enclosed in plastic shell DB25 parallel port
25 available signals and power supply on the DB25 connector
Dimensions : 50x30 mm (2 x 1.2")

Please note - because this device uses a 'mini' ICSP connector with a 0.5" pitch, you may need an additional PIC ICSP converter lead to use programmers with a 0.1" ICSP connector

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-MICRO-WEB.pdf - user manual
Understanding PIC WEB boards and Microchip TCP-IP stack tutorial
Microchip TCP/IP AN833 - please read carefully, the TCP/IP stack is described

HARDWARE:

PIC-MICRO-WEB schematic
PIC-MICRO-WEB DB25 pinout
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Microchip TCP-IP Stack 5.00 patch for PIC-MICRO-WEB
WOL protocol - Wake On Lan Proxy Option Box project in French based on PIC-MICRO-WEB and sources.

PIC ICSP Connector Accessory

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 09 Sep 2007 12:11:15 GMT

ICSP 3-WAY CONNECTOR
INFO:

Almost all Olimex boards use a simple 0.1" ICSP connector. Microchip decided to use phone jack cables for their tools and boards which are too big for Olimex's new mini boards where space is critical. As a solution they have introduced the new ICSP-mini connector with 0.05" step. PIC-ICSP is 3-way connector which allows bridging between the development tools which use different connectors.

FEATURES:

3 way connector: OLIMEX-ICSP, OLIMEX-ICSP-mini and MICROCHIP-RJ11
0.1" step ICSP connector
0.05" step ICSP mini-connector
Phone jack connector

MSP430-P1611 Protoyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 19:27:49 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: MSP430F1611 with 48K Bytes Program Flash, 256 Bytes data Flash, 10K Bytes RAM
JTAG connector
RS232 driver + DB9 conector
User button
power supply LED
user status LED
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
optional high frequency crystal (socket)
RESET button
RST/NMI pin pull-up
external power supply jack for AC or DC power supply
Voltage regulator + power supply filtering capacitor
extension headers for each uC pin
prototype area with 0.1" step, Vcc + GND bus
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 100x80 mm (3.9x3.15")

DOCUMENTS:

MSP430-Pxxx-dimensions

HARDWARE:

MSP430-PXXX schematic
MSP430-JTAG connector (top)

SOFTWARE:

MSP430-P1611 demo code for EW-MSP430

SAM7-P64 Prototype Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 19:14:46 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: AT91SAM7S64 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI™ with 64K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, USB 2.0, RTT, 10 bit ADC 384 ksps, 2x UARTs, TWI (I2C), SPI, 3x 32bit TIMERS, 4x PWM, SSC, WDT, PDC (DMA) for all peripherals, up to 60MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB connector
Two channel RS232 interface and drivers
SD/MMC card connector
Two buttons
Trimpot connected to ADC
Thermistor connected to ADC
Two status LEDs
On board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: 6V AC or DC required
Power supply LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit
RESET button
18.432 Mhz crystal on socket
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 120 x 80 mm (4.7 x 3.15")
DOCUMENTS:

SAM7-P64.pdf
SAM7-P64.chm
How to program the SAM7-P64
Using Open Source Tools for AT91SAM7 Cross Development - Revision B guide by Jim Lynch
HARDWARE:

SAM7-P64 Schematic
SOFTWARE:

Blinking LED project and Binary code for SAM-BA load
Sample mouse driver with AT91SAM7P64 project
UART routines project
SD/MMC read/write routines project
Button read and temperature measurement project

MSP430-169STK Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 19:10:27 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: MSP430F169 with 60K Bytes Program Flash, 256 Bytes data Flash,2K Bytes RAM
8MB x 8 external NAND Flash memory for data storage (data logging, speech, music etc)
LCD 16x2 display with backlight (MSP430 port controllable)
Stereo (L-R) microphone inputs with pre-amplifier on A0, A1 ADC inputs
Stereo (L-R) linear input with buffer pre-amplifier on A2, A3 ADC inputs
Two trimmer potentiometers connected to A4, A5 ADC inputs (useful for volume control etc)
Stereo (L-R) linear output on A6,A7 (DAC outputs)
Stereo Speaker amplifier with separate volume controls L-R
JTAG connector
RS232 connector
RS232 interface circuit with Tx, Rx signals
SPI port connector
Dallas touch button port
Green and Red status LEDs
Three buttons
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
8Mhz crystall oscillator
TEST pin pull-down
RST/NMI pin pull-up
power supply voltage regulators and filtering capacitor
power supply plug-in jack for input voltage 7.5-9VDC
extension headers for the free uC pins
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 120x84 mm (3x1.2")

HARDWARE:

Schematic
MSP JTAG connector (top view)
SOFTWARE:

board test software

SAM7-MT256 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 19:07:11 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: AT91SAM7S256 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI™ with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, USB 2.0, RTT, 10 bit ADC 384 ksps, 2x UARTs, TWI (I2C), SPI, 3x 32bit TIMERS, 4x PWM, SSC, WDT, PDC (DMA) for all peripherals, up to 60MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB connector
LCD 16x2 with backlight
RS232 interface and driver
Relay 10A/250VAC
Buzzer
5 buttons
Status LED
On-board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: 12V AC or DC required
power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit , RESET button
18.432 Mhz crystal on socket
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 120 x 38 mm (4.7 x 1.5")
DOCUMENTS:

SAM7-MT-256.pdf
Using Open Source Tools for AT91SAM7 Cross Development -Revision B guide by Jim Lynch
HARDWARE:

SAM7-MT-256 schematic
SOFTWARE:

LCD write code (EW-ARM)
Button scan and Blink LED (EW-ARM)
RS232 demo code (EW-ARM)
GNU C Compliler + Eclipse + OpenOCD projects

LPC-H2103 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 19:03:27 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2103 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 32K Bytes Program Flash, 8K Bytes RAM, RTC, 2x UARTs, 2x I2C, SPI, 5x 32bit TIMERS, 8x 10bit ADC, CCR, PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 70MHz operation
ARM JTAG 2x10 pin connector
RESET circuit
RESET button
status LED
user button
power supply LED
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
power supply filtering capacitor
single power supply: +5VDC required
14.7456 Mhz crystal allow easy communication setup (4x PLL = 58,9824 Mhz CPU clock)
extension headers for all microcontroller ports + RST, DBGSEL and power supply
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 51x20 mm (2.0x0.75")
space between the pin rows: 15.24 mm (0.6")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-H2103 headers pin assignments
LPC-H2103 dimensions
LPC-H2103.pdf
HARDWARE:

LPC-H2103 Schematic
ARM JTAG connector layout

LPC-H2148 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 25 Jun 2007 18:57:03 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2148 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 512K Bytes Program Flash, 42K Bytes RAM, USB 2.0, RTC, 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, 2x I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 6x PWM, 8x CCR, 1x DAC, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
Perfect solution for developing USB peripherials
USB connector, USB link LED
status LED
power supply LED
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: takes power from USB or extension socket pin
power supply LED
power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit
RESET button
12 Mhz crystal on socket
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 110 x 100 mm (4.3 x 3.9 ")
Distance between the Extension headers: 25.4 mm (1")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-H2148 extension headers pin assignments
LPC-H2148 dimensions
LPC-H2148.pdf
HARDWARE:

LPC-H2148 schematic
ARM-JTAG connector layout
SOFTWARE:

USB mouse demo
LPC-H2148 blink LED demo
OpenSource USB stack for LPC

SAM7-H256 Header Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 17 Jun 2007 11:47:40 GMT

SAM7-H256 HEADER DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR AT91SAM7S256 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER

FEATURES:

MCU: AT91SAM7S256 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI™ with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, USB 2.0, RTT, 10 bit ADC 384 ksps, 2x UARTs, TWI (I2C), SPI, 3x 32bit TIMERS, 4x PWM, SSC, WDT, PDC (DMA) for all peripherals, up to 60MHz operation
Perfect solution for building custom USB peripherials
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB connector
RESET circuit
RESET button
Status LED
TST jumper, for SAM-BA downloading
On-board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: through USB or from extension header pin
Power supply LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
18.432 Mhz crystal on socket
Extension headers for all uC ports + RST and power supply
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 50 x 34 mm (2 x 1.3")
Distance between the headers: 25.4 mm (1")
DOCUMENTS:

SAM7-H256 extension headers pin assignments
SAM7-H256 dimensions
SAM7-H256.pdf
How to program SAM7-H256
Using Open Source Tools for AT91SAM7 Cross Development - Revision B guide by Jim Lynch
HARDWARE:

SAM7-H256 Schematic
SOFTWARE:

Blinking LED project and Binary code for SAM-BA load
Sample mouse driver with AT91SAM7P256 project
UART routines project
SD/MMC read/write routines project
button read, temperature measurement project
GCC+Eclipse+OpenOCD projects

MSP430-H1611 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 17 Jun 2007 11:42:15 GMT

MPS430F1611 HEADER BOARD

FEATURES:

MCU: MSP430F1611 with 48K Bytes Program Flash, 256 Bytes data Flash, 10K Bytes RAM
JTAG connector
JTAG Power_In and Power_Out jumpers
32 768 Hz oscillator crystal
optional high frequency crystal (socket)
TEST pin pull-down
RST/NMI pin pull-up
power supply filtering capacitor
extension headers for each uC pin
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 48x48 mm (1.9x1.9")
space between the pin rows: 43.18 mm (1.7")
DOCUMENTS:

MSP430-Hxxx.pdf
MSP430-Hxx-dimensions.gif

HARDWARE:

MSP430-Hxxx schematic
MSP430-JTAG connector (top)

MSP430-JTAG Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Sun, 17 Jun 2007 11:36:40 GMT

Features :

Programs all MSP430Fxxx flash microcontrollers (note: parallel port JTAG doesn't support Spy-Bi-Wire devices as timing from parallel port can't meet programming specs)
Uses TI standard 2x7 pin JTAG connector
No need for external power supply, all power is taken from the LPT port
Compatible with IAR Kickstart software for programming, real time emulation, debugging, step by step program execution, breakpoints, memory dump etc everything all high priced emulators do
With IAR Kickstart you can write in assembler unlimited code size and to write in C with 2K limit for all MSP430 microcontrollers
Works with free GCC C compiler and Insight MSP430 toolchain and debugger
Dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") cable
Documents:

msp430-jtag.pdf
Hardware:

MSP430-JTAG schematic
MSP430 JTAG connector (top view)
Software:

OLIMEX MSP430-PROGRAMMER - freeware - stand alone software which allow you to program MSP430 devices without any 3rd party software
MSP430 Kick Start C compiler and debugger (free for assembly language, limited for C)
MSPGCC - free C compiler and debugger
FAQ:
Q: Can I use MSP430-JTAG with XYZ development IDE/tools?
A: MSP430-JTAG is100% compliant to Texas Instruments MSP430-FET, so it will works with any package which supports TI-MSP430-FET.

Q: What amount of current MSP430-JTAG can source to target circuit?
A: No more than 2-3 mA. It takes power from the parallel port, so it's quite limited, of course this is still good to run some small MSP430 targets circuits.

Q: Why is the ribbon cable is so small? My computer is 1 meter away from my target circuit?
A: The ribbon cable should be short. Please use DB25 parallel port extension cables male-female to connect MSP430-JTAG to your printer port.

PIC IO Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 17:30:36 GMT

IO DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR 18 PIN PIC MICROCONTROLLERS
FEATURES

FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3,9x3,15")
ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-PG1,PIC-PG2, PIC-PG3 or PIC-MCP and debugging with PIC-ICD1, PIC-ICD2, PIC-ICD2-TINY(* for the PICs with ICD support)
Power plug-in jack for +12VDC power supply
Voltage regulator +5V, 78L05 and filtering capacitors
status LED connected to RB5
Quartz crystall oscilator circuit 20Mhz
DIL18 microcontroller socket
RS232 DB9 female connector
RS232 interface circuit with Tx, Rx signals
4 optocoupler isolated inputs with screw terminals
input status LEDs
4 relay outputs with 10A/250VAC contacts with screw terminals
output status LEDs

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-IO.pdf
PIC-IO tutorial (English)
PIC-IO tutorial (Spanish)

HARDWARE:

PIC-IO schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

PIC-IO tutorial software

CS-E9302 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 17:27:15 GMT

CS-E9302 DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR EP9301/EP9302 ARM920T MICROCONTROLLER WITH USB, RS232, ETHERNET AND COMPACT FLASH CONNECTOR FEATURES:

MCU: EP9302 ARM920T 200Mhz, 16+16KB instruction and data cache, MMU, SDRAM, SRAM, FLASH external bus controller 100Mhz bus, 100Mbit Ethernet MAC, two UARTS, two USB 2.0 ports, IrDA, ADC, SPI, I2S Audio, AC97, DMA 12 ch, RTC, dual PLL, WDT, 2- 16 bit, 1- 32 bit TIMERS, boot ROM, interrupt controller,
External SDRAM 32MB (16MB x16bit) 7.5 ns /133Mhz
External Flash 16MB (8MB x16 bit) 80 ns
Ethernet 10/100 PHY CS8952
2 x RS232 drivers and connectors
2 x USB host connectors
SD/MMC card
IrDA transciever on-board
UEXT connector with I2C, SPI, RS232 and power supply for connecting add-on modules
JTAG interface
ADC extension port
Power jack
Linux 2.4, Linux 2.6 and NetBSD sources and pre-build images ready to load with Redboot are available on the supplement CD
Dimensions: 110x90 mm (4.3 x 3.5")
DOCUMENTS:

CS-E9302.pdf

HARDWARE:

CS-E9302-schematic (new one with KSZ8721BL PHY)
CS-E9301-schematic (old with CS8952 PHY)
SOFTWARE:

CD with Linux 2.4, NetBSD and Linux 2.6 sources and images for Linux 2.4 and NetBSD are shipped with each board, each board will be shipped pre-loaded with Linux 2.6 in the internal flash

LPC-P2129 Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 17:24:11 GMT

LPC-P2129 PROTOTYPE BOARD FOR LPC2129 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2129 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™ with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, RTC,4x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x CAN, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
Three on board voltage regulators 1.8V, 3.3V and 5V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: +7-9VDC required
Power supply status LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
Two channel RS232 interface with two RS232 SUB-D 9 pin connectors
Two channel CAN interface with drivers and two SUB-D 9 pin connectors
iButton interface circuit
Frequency input connector
Two buttons
Two status LEDs
Potentiometer connected to AIN
RESET circuit with exterman control of Philips ISP utility via RS232
RESET button
DBG jumper for JTAG enable
BSL jumper for bootloader enable
JRST jumper for enable/disable external RESET vontrol by RS232
10 Mhz crystal
extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 115x80 mm (4.5x3.2")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-P2129.chm
HARDWARE:

Schematic
SOFTWARE:

RS232 initialization demo code
Blink LED demo code

LPC-E2294-1MB Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 31 May 2007 19:58:38 GMT

Please note : This is board revision B FEATURES:

MCU: LPC2294 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S™t with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 16K Bytes RAM, EXTERNAL MEMORY BUS, RTC,4x 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, 4x CAN, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
optional TRACE connector (not assembled)
1MB (256Kx32bit) 12 ns 71V416 SRAM (for 1MB version)
8MB (2 M x 32bit) 70 ns K1S321611C PSRAM (for 8MB version)
2MB (256Kx16bit) 70ns TE28F160C3BD70 C3 INTEL FLASH
LCD 16x2 DISPLAY with BACKLIGHT (1MB version)
NOKIA 6610 TFT 128x128 12bit color LCD with backlight (8MB version)
SD/MMC card connector
USB to RS232 convertor, board can take power from USB port
RS232 driver and connector
Ethernet 100Mbit with DM9000E
4x CAN drivers and connectors
UEXT connector for Olimex modules connection - MOD-MP3, MOD-RFID125, MOD-NRF24L01 etc.
RESET circuit with external control of Philips ISP utility via USB-RS232 virtual port
Jumpers for boot select from external memory
Jumpers for ISP/RUN mode
2 BUTTONS
POTENTIOMETER connected to AIN0
I2C 24LC515 EEPROM on board
two on board voltage regulators 1.8V and 3.3V with up to 800mA current

DOCUMENTS:

LPC-E22XX.pdf
HARDWARE:

LPC-E2294-1MB REV.C Schematic
SOFTWARE:

LPC-E2294-1MB test software and basic routines for access to the external Flash/Sram
Adam Dunkel's open source uIP web server ported for EW-ARM

SAM7-EX256 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 31 May 2007 19:54:52 GMT

SAM7-EX256 DEVELOPMENT BOARD FOR AT91SAM7X256 ARM7TDMI-S MICROCONTROLLER

FEATURES:

MCU: AT91SAM7X256 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI™ with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, CAN, USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100, RTT, 10 bit ADC 384 ksps, 2x UARTs, TWI (I2C), 2x SPI, 3x 32bit TIMERS, 4x PWM, SSC, WDT, PDC (DMA) for all peripherals, up to 55 MHz operation
standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
NOKIA 6610 128x128 TFT 12 bit COLOR LCD with back light
Ethernet 10/100 PHY with KS8721BL
USB connector
Two channel RS232 interface and drivers
SD/MMC card connector
Joystick with 4 direction and push action
two buttons
Audio in and Audio Out jacks for microphone and headphones
on board Speaker with volume control potentiometer
trimpot connected to ADC
thermistor connected to ADC
on board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
single power supply: 6V AC or DC required, board can take power from USB port too
power supply LED
power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit , RESET button
18.432 Mhz crystal on socket
extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 128 x 98 mm (5 x 3.8")
DOCUMENTS:

AT91SAM7X256.PDF
HARDWARE:

SAM7-EX256 schematic
SOFTWARE:

demo code LCD write, Joystick and buttons read Note: NOKIA6610 comes with two type of controllers, the difference is in the label on the display GE8 and GE12, this project handles both controllers, but you have to comment (#define GE12) if your LCD is GE8, separate BIN files are geenrated for download for GE8 and GE12
TCP-IP code with FreeRTOS
BMP-TO-ARRAY converter for Nokia 6610 LCD

SAM7-P256 Development Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 31 May 2007 19:53:33 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: AT91SAM7S256 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI™ with 256K Bytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, USB 2.0, RTT, 10 bit ADC 384 ksps, 2x UARTs, TWI (I2C), SPI, 3x 32bit TIMERS, 4x PWM, SSC, WDT, PDC (DMA) for all peripherals, up to 60MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB connector
Two channel RS232 interface and drivers
SD/MMC card connector
Two buttons
Trimpot connected to ADC
Thermistor connected to ADC
Two status LEDs
On-board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current
Single power supply: 6V AC or DC required
Power supply LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit
RESET button
18.432 Mhz crystal on socket
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), soldermask, silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 120 x 80 mm (4.7 x 3.15")
DOCUMENTS:

SAM7-P256.chm
How to program SAM7-P256
Using Open Source Tools for AT91SAM7 Cross Development - Revision B guide by Jim Lynch
HARDWARE:

SAM7-P256 schematic REV.F
SOFTWARE:

SAM7-P256 blinking LED project and binary code for SAM-BA load
SAM7-P256 sample mouse driver project
UART routines project
SD/MMC read/write routines project
button read, temperature measurement project
MOD-SMB380 read demo code for EW-ARM 4.11 with SAM7-P64/256 board
USB virtual COM port for GCC+OpenOCD+Eclipse
OpenOCD + Eclipse set of projects 1.00 include flash write make file for SAM7-P256. The complete list of projects included is here.

LPC-P2106 Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 31 May 2007 19:51:26 GMT

FEATURES:

MCU: 16/32 bit LPC2106 with 128K Bytes Program Flash, 64K Bytes RAM, RTC, 2x UARTs, I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 7x CCR, 6x PWM, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
JTAG connector as per ARM's 2x10 pin layout, ARM-JTAG (Wiggler) compatible
extension header for uC pins
14.7456 Mhz crystal allow easy communication setup (4x PLL = 58,9824 Mhz CPU clock)
RS232 interface circuit
RESET circuit
RESET button
DEBUG jumper for JTAG enable/disable
BSL jumper for bootloader enable/disable
RTCK pullup resistor
push BUTTON with pullup
status LED
Power plug-in jack
single power supply: +5-9VAC/DC required
two on board voltage regulators 1.8V and 3.3V with up to 800mA current
power supply filtering capacitor
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
prototype PCB area with +3.3V and GND bus
Dimensions: 100x77 mm (3.9x3.05")
Four mounting holes

DOCUMENTS:

LPC-P2106.pdf
LPC-P2106.chm
ARM Cross Development with Eclipse (10MB) REV-3 very detailed tutorial by Jim Lynch how to setup and works with the free GNUARM tools ARM-JTAG and LPC2106 board. The sample codes for this tutorial are here.
ARM Cross Development with Eclipse in Spanish language (3MB) REV-1 Paul Aguayo did a great job translating to Spanish language Jim Lynch's tutorial. He also shrink the size of the document without missing the quality of the pictures and tutorial text.
HARDWARE:

Schematic
ARM JTAG connector (TOP view)
SOFTWARE:

BLINK LED at P0.7 - C source code (Rowley's CrossConnect), C source code (IAR EWARM) and compiled HEX code which can be programmed with Philips' Flash ISP utility
Free RTOS port by Richard Barry for our LPC-P2106 board
Free Forth interpreter by Frank Sergeant
GCC sample codes provided by Jim Lynch for his tutorial
Button-Led demo code
RS232 UART demo code
GCC+Eclipse+OpenOCD projects

ARM-USB-TINY Low cost ARM/USB JTAG debugger

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 21 May 2007 17:47:21 GMT

The ARM-USB-TINY is a low cost ARM USB JTAG. It is supported by the openocd open source ARM debugger.

Debug all ARM microcontrollers supported by OpenOCD
Fast speed USB 2.0 JTAG dongle interface, can be used with all ARM devices for programming and debugging.
Uses ARM's standard 2x10 pin JTAG connector
Supports ARM targets working in voltage range 2.0 – 5.0 V DC
Software supported by OpenOCD (open source) debugger
Comes with CD with Windows installer for full featured and open source tools as alternative to the commercial ARM
development packages: GCC C compiler, openOCD debugger and Eclipse IDE.
Works with IAR EW-ARM 5.50 or newer
Dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") JTAG cable

Documents:

Using OpenOCD server and Eclipse CDT document
Using OpenOCD as a Standalone FLASH Programmer document
Using OpenOCD with TELNET connection document
Using OpenOCD server and IAR Embedded Workbench document
How to install GCCFG files, a link comes with the ARM-USB-TINY
How to repair your Open OCD drivers for ARM-USB-TINY
Using GCC+Eclispse on MAC
ARM-USB-OCD flyer note there are differences between ARM-USB-OCD and ARM-USB-TINY
Using Open Source Tools for AT91SAM7 Cross Development - Revision B guide by Jim Lynch
(the old) ARM Cross Development with Eclipse (10MB) REV-3 very detailed tutorial by Jim Lynch how to setup and works with the free GNUARM tools LPC2106 board. The sample codes for this tutorial is here.
ARM Cross Development with Eclipse in Spanish language (3MB) REV-1 Paul Aguayo did a great job translating to Spanish language Jim Lynch's tutorial. He also shrink the size of the document without missing the quality of the pictures and tutorial text.
GNU toolchain setup with openOCD by Michael Fischer
Installing OpenOcd-Rev. G drivers for Windows 7.pdf
http://openocd.berlios.de/web/ - official site of the OpenOCD project, you can find the most up to date version of OpenOCD here, but you will have to build it yourselfm, aslo the full user's manual is here
http://www.yagarto.de/ - home of YAGARTO (Yet Another GNU ARM Toolchain). i.e. GCC compiler and bin utilities for Windows
http://www.eclipse.org/ - the Eclipse universe
http://forum.sparkfun.com/viewforum.php?f=18 - The very helpful discussion board for OpenOCD related projects
Toolchain setup
CrossWorks installation video
STELLARIS setup with OpenOCD
Reflashing HTC with OpenOCD

Hardware:

ARM JTAG connector (top view)

SOFTWARE:

OLIMEX ARM DEVELOPMENT PACKAGE V1.1 Tutorial how to build latest OpenOCD and Eclipse IDE setup, how to setup our JTAGs with IAR GDB server, drivers etc. readme.txt and revision history
Olimex's ARM GCC for Windows Dummies install files (download link with procuct) - installs on your computer GCC + OpenOCD debugger + Eclipse for out of the box development with the open source GNU C compiler and OpenOCD debugger, supports flash loading with make examples for different ARM controllers. The current revision of the files is 8.2 REV.I check the readme.txt and revision history
Drivers for working with OpenOCD 0.1.0 , Drivers for working with OpenOCD 0.4.0 ,Drivers for CrossWorks (FTDI drivers) , EEPROM content
openOCD open source debugger from Dominic Rath for debugging with Insight/GDB.
Using OpenOCD as Flash programming tool article written by Martin Thomas
ARM projects with OpenOCD by Martin Thomas
WinARM - easy to install open source GCC toolchain by Martin Thomas.
CrossWorks - commercial IDE version 1.7 supports all Olimex JTAGs, personal licensees start from US $125(!)
Building GCC for ARM tutorial
Building GCC for Cortex tutorial
Using OpenOCD tutorial
Atollic TrueSTUDIO STM32 Eclipse based IDE
For the moment the only supported package is GCC C compiler + openOCD debugger + Eclipse IDE. Olimex can provide the necessary information and cooperate with interested parties if they want to add low cost USB debugger support to their C compilers and IDEs.

ARM-JTAG Programmer/Debugger

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 May 2007 22:27:54 GMT

DONGLE FOR PROGRAMMING AND DEBUGGING (MACRAIGOR WIGGLER COMPATIBLE) FEATURES

Parallel port JTAG dongle interface, can be used with all ARM devices for programming and debugging.
uses ARM's standard 2x10 pin JTAG connector
no need for external power supply, all power is taken from the target board, supports targets working with 3.0-3.6 V
dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") cable
DOCUMENTS:

ARM-JTAG.pdf
Using Open Source Tools for AT91SAM7 Cross Development - Revision B guide by Jim Lynch
(the old) ARM Cross Development with Eclipse (10MB) REV-3 very detailed tutorial by Jim Lynch how to setup and works with the free GNUARM tools ARM-JTAG and LPC2106 board. The sample codes for this tutorial is here.
GNU toolchain setup with openOCD by Michael Fischer
ARM low cost development guide - paper from ARM Inc.
HARDWARE:

ARM JTAG connector (top view)
SOFTWARE:

H-JTAG freeware RDI151 server supports ARM-JTAG for every debugger/IDE which have RDI151 support. Note that our ARM-JTAG have additional signals than normal Wiggler clones and thus TwentyOne (the H-JTAG developer) made a different release of his H-TAG software which works with the ARM-JTAG. You can download it from our web site. This verison is tested by Olimex and works with EW-ARM for the following platforms: LPC2xxxx, STR7xxx, ADuC7xxx, TMS470, SAM7xxx, it only refuses to work with OKI's ML67Q5003 boards for some unknown reason. On this picture is how you should setup it to work with our ARM-JTAG.
WinARM - easy to install open source GCC toolchain by Martin Thomas. Lots of examples for Olimex's LPC boards are included in the installation. Simple tutorial how to setup our ARM-JTAG you can find here.
openOCD open source debugger diplom project from Dominic Rath with target to replace OCDdeamon for debugging with Insight/GDB.
EWARM professional C compiler and debugger.There is free kickstart version which is with unlimited assembly language and 32K limit for C code from IAR Systems AB Sweden. Tested to work with H-JTAG RDI151 and our ARM-JTAG. The flash download to our LPC2138 board show about 30% slower flash programming than the expensive USB J-Link adapter from Segger. According to IAR Systems their EW-ARM is benchmark leader.
CrossWork for ARM IDE and debuger on top of GCC from Rowley Associates, this is the very first package to support smoothly Wiggler and ARM-JTAG.
Keil Software (owned by ARM now) uVision commercial C compiler and debugger. Their first IDE was with GCC, later on they developed own C compiler. The benchmark on their web site is quite different from the benchmark on IAR web site. We believe they both are right :)
OCDeamon toolchain and debugger from Macraigor Systems. Quite unstable software, when it wants to work it works, when it doesn't want to work it doesn't. too dependent on computer CPU speed, parallel port settings etc. Macraigor is the original developer of Wiggler, but after the Wiggler clones flooded the internet they don't support quite this product.
GNUARM another GCC toolchain from Arius.

LPC-P2148 Prototyping Board

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 15 May 2007 20:27:32 GMT

FEATURES

MCU: LPC2148 16/32 bit ARM7TDMI-S� with 512K Bytes Program Flash, 42K Bytes RAM, USB 2.0, RTC, 10 bit ADC 2.44 uS, 2x UARTs, 2x I2C, SPI, 2x 32bit TIMERS, 6x PWM, 8x CCR, 1x DAC, WDT, 5V tolerant I/O, up to 60MHz operation
Standard JTAG connector with ARM 2x10 pin layout for programming/debugging with ARM-JTAG
USB connector, USB link LED
Two channel RS232 interface and drivers
SD/MMC card connector
Two buttons
Variable resistor connected to ADC
Two status LEDs
Buzzer
UEXT - 10 pin extension connector for Olimex addon peripherals like MP3, RF2.4Ghz, RFID modules
2x SPI connectors
I2C connector
On-board voltage regulator 3.3V with up to 800mA current single power supply: 6V AC or DC required
Power supply LED
Power supply filtering capacitor
RESET circuit with external control of Philips ISP utility via RS232 RESET button
DBG, BSL slide switch
JRST jumper for enable/disable external RESET control by RS232
12 Mhz crystal on socket
32768 Hz crystal and RTC backup battery connector
Extension headers for all uC ports
PCB: FR-4, 1.5 mm (0,062"), green soldermask, white silkscreen component print
Dimensions: 110 x 100 mm (4.3 x 3.9 ")
DOCUMENTS:

LPC-P2148.pdf
HARDWARE:

Schematic
SOFTWARE:

USB mouse demo
board peripherials demo code
RF link with MOD-NRF24LR
OpenSource USB stack for LPC
GCC+Eclipse+OpenOCD projects for LPC-P2148

ENC28J60 Ethernet Controller

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 14 May 2007 15:16:03 GMT

Fancy internet enabling your kettle or your washing machine? This 28 pin IC is a 10BASE-T stand alone Ethernet Controller with on board MAC & PHY, 8 Kbytes of Buffer RAM and an SPI serial interface.

Features
IEEE 802.3 compatible Ethernet Controller
Integrated MAC and 10BASE-T PHY
8 Kbyte Transmit/Receive Packet Dual Port Buffer SRAM
Programmable Automatic Retransmit on Collision
Programmable Padding and CRC Generation
Programmable Automatic Rejection of Erroneous Packets
Configurable transmit/receive buffer size
Hardware managed circular receive FIFO
Byte-wide random and sequential access
Internal DMA for fast memory copying
Hardware assisted IP checksum calculation
Support for Unicast, Multicast and Broadcast packets
Programmable pattern matching of up to 64 bytes within packet at user defined offset
Programmable wake-up on multiple packet formats, including Magic Packet�, Unicast, Multicast, Broadcast, specific packet match or any packet

Datasheet

PIC 16F628A MCU

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 14 May 2007 14:55:30 GMT

This chip is a pin compatible replacement for the much loved PIC16F84.

It has all the same features and more, and is cheaper to boot! It has 3.5K of program memory and 18 pins.

The PIC16F628A features 4MHz internal oscillator, 128 bytes of EEPROM data memory, a capture/compare/PWM, a USART, 2 Comparators and a programmable voltage reference.

It's cheap, easy to use, and widely supported - we heartily recommend this PIC model as a replacement for the 16F84A

Features

Low voltage programming
Low speed Clock mode
Programmable BOR
4MHz internal oscillator
Programmable VREF
128 bytes of EEPROM Data Memory
ICD

Resources

Datasheet

PIC 18F4550 MCU

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 14 May 2007 14:38:58 GMT

The super-cool 18F4550 from Microchip offers full speed USB 2.0. The chip has 16K of on board flash memory and runs at an amazing 12MIPS with a 4MHz external crystal. Using the internal PLL it can get up to 96Mhz!!! Fantastic value for the price. Can also be programmed in circuit. Features

Full Speed USB 2.0 (12Mbit/s) interface
1K byte Dual Port RAM + 1K byte GP RAM
Full Speed Transceiver
16 Endpoints (IN/OUT)
Streaming Port
Internal Pull Up resistors (D+/D-)
48 MHz performance (12 MIPS)
Pin-to-pin compatible with PIC16C7X5
Resources

Datasheet

ARM-USB-OCD ARM Debugger/USB-RS232 port/Power Supply

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 22:58:39 GMT

This 3-in-1 device is a fast USB ARM JTAG, a USB-TO-RS232 virtual port and 5-9-12VDC power supply. It's supported by the easy to use openocd open source arm debugger.

FEATURES

First on market three-in-one USB JTAG debugger - offers JTAG + RS232 (full modem signals supported) port + power supply all in one compact device
Fast speed USB 2.0 JTAG dongle interface, can be used with all ARM devices for programming and debugging.
Uses ARM's standard 2x10 pin JTAG connector
Supports ARM targets working in voltage range 2.0 – 5.0 V DC
Software supported by OpenOCD (open source) debugger
Adds virtual RS232 port to your computer with all modem signals like: DTR, DSR, DCD, RTS, CTS, Rx, Tx
Can be used as power supply to your target board with three jumper selectable power supplies: 5V 9V and 12VDC, USB source current is limited with resetable fuse at 300mA, at the different output voltage the maximum current is different: 5V/200mA, 9V/100mA, 12V/70mA, note that this also depends on your USB host current capabilities, if other USB devices are attached to your computer or if the laptop is running on batteries these figures may be different and depend on your computer USB host.
Comes with CD with Windows installer for full featured and open surce tools as alternative to the commercial ARM development packages: GCC C compiler, openOCD debugger and Eclipse IDE.
Dimensions 50x40 mm (2x1.6") + 20 cm (8") JTAG cable + 30 cm (12") power supply cable
DOCUMENTS:

ARM-USB-OCD datasheet.
Using Open Source Tools for AT91SAM7 Cross Development
(the old) ARM Cross Development with Eclipse (10MB) REV-3 very detailed tutorial by Jim Lynch how to setup and works with the free GNUARM tools LPC2106 board. .

GNU toolchain setup with openOCD by Michael Fischer
HARDWARE:

ARM JTAG connector (top view)
SOFTWARE:

Olimex's ARM GCC for Windows Dummies install CD - installs on your computer. WinARM + OpenOCD debugger + Eclipse for out of the box development with the open source GNU C compiler and OpenOCD debugger, supports flash loading on LPC and external flash for LPC-H2214, LPC-H2294, with make examples for different ARM controllers.
openOCD open source debugger from Dominic Rath for debugging with Insight/GDB.
WinARM - easy to install open source GCC toolchain by Martin Thomas. We are working on CD install package for WinArm+OpenOCD+ARM-USB-OCD support
For the moment the only supported package is GCC C compiler + openOCD debugger + Eclipse IDE. Olimex can provide the necessary information and cooperate with interested parties if they want to add low cost USB debugger support to their C compilers and IDEs.

iPod Connector Male

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Tue, 13 Feb 2007 19:00:23 GMT

Unsoldered iPod Connector, Comes in 7 Pieces. Easy to Assemble.

**PLEASE NOTE CASING OF CURRENT STOCK IS WHITE**
Datasheet

GM862-GPS

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Thu, 08 Feb 2007 16:36:54 GMT

This is the latest technology available to the M2M (Machine-to-Machine) market. The GM862-GPS combines the powerful GSM engine of the GM862 with a SiRF III 20-channel high sensitivity GPS receiver. Call up the module, issue the GPS query command, and you'll have NMEA data! If this unit is within range of a cellular tower, you'll know where it is within 9 meters anywhere on the surface of the earth.

The GM862-GPS includes all the technology of the previous modules including a python script interpreter, and quad band cellular capabilities (850/900/1800/1900MHz frequencies). Now you can harness all the power of the GM862 without the need for an external microcontroller. Simple Python programs can be loaded onto the GM862 controlling the GPIOs and issuing global cellular commands. Pin compatible module with upgraded internal memory for user programs.
You will need to provide a SIM card. Pull the SIM card from your phone, insert it into the module, and voila, you are making calls under your cellular account. Works with all providers currently supporting SIM cards.

The GM862 module is controlled via AT commands. This means all you have to do is send a string of serial characters such as "ATD 3035551234" and the module will place a call. No fuss, no mess. Once the module has connected to another module or modem, a serial connection is made and data can be transferred as simply as passing and receiving serial strings through the module.

Features:

SiRF III High Sensitivity GPS Receiver

GSM Quad Band

On Board SIM Holder

Embedded TCP/IP Stack

GPRS Class 10

PYTHON Script Interpreter

Embedded FTP and SMTP Client

17mA average stand-by, 3.5mA in low-power mode

250mA average operating current

Data, Voice, SMS, and Fax

Data speeds up to 57.6kbps

Supply voltage : 3.4-4.2V

CMOS Camera Capable

2 x MMCX Antenna Connectors

Extensive datasheets and forum support

Software and pin compatible with the previous GM862 modules

Documents:

GM862 Documentation

GM862 Support Forum
Telit PythonWin Software

Spark Fun Remote Weather Station Application

SFE Eagle Library has this part!

Dimensions: 1.75x1.75x0.275"

EM408 GPS Module

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 31 Jan 2007 02:20:34 GMT

This SIRF Star III GPS Engine from US Global Sat is a only a little bigger than a 50 pence piece, but out-performs many of its bigger and more expensive competitors.

It has a built in patch antenna, and a battery on-board, to allow quick satellite fix.

The device uses an amazing 20 channels, each with a stunning tracking sensitivity of -159dBm, enough to get a satellite lock in difficult urban canyon situations, or even inside some buildings.

A very simple lead provides serial TX and RX in Sirf binary or NMEA format.

This module is truly fantastic, given its size, features, performance and price.

The GlobalSat EM408 has all the advantages present in the EM406. In addition is also has a gold MMCX connector so that an external antenna can be used if need be.

Features

General - Receiver

Chipset: SiRF Star III
Frequency: L1, 1575.42 MHz
C/A Code: 1.023 MHz chip rate
Channels: 20 channel all-in-view tracking
Sensitivity: -159dBm
Accuracy

Position: 10 meters, 2D RMS
5 meters, 2D RMS, WAAS enabled
Velocity: 0.1 ms
Time: 1μs synchronized to GPS time
Datum

Default: WGS-84
Acquisition Time
Reacquisition: 0.1 sec., average
Hot Start: 8 sec., average
Warm Start: 38 sec., average
Cold Start: 42 sec., average
Dynamic Conditions

Altitude: 18,000 meters (60,000 feet) max
Velocity: 515 meters/second (1000 knots) max
Acceleration: Less than 4g
Jerk: 20m/sec **3
Power

Main Power Input: 3.3VDC Input
Power Consumption: 75mA (continous mode)
Protocol

Electrical Level: TTL level,
Output Voltage Level: 0V~2.85V
Baud Rate: 4800 bps ~ 57,600bps (adjustible)
Output Message: NMEA 0183 GGA, GSA, GSV, RMC (VTG, GLL optional)
Physical Characteristics

Dimensions: 1.43� x 1.39� x 0.33� (36.4 x 35.4 x 8.3mm)
Operating Temperature: -40F to +185F (-40C to +85C)
Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing
A 5-pin interface cable to the unit is included.

Resources :

Datasheet
Generic GPS Command Protocol
Test Utility

PIC-PG1 Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 18:00:00 GMT

FEATURES:

PIC-PG1 is programmer based on JDM design which takes all necessary signals and power supply from RS232 serial port. It uses 6 pin 0.1" step ICSP connector to connect to target board with the PIC microcontroller.
The supported devices depend on the current version of ICPROG software.
Dimensions 50x30 mm (1.95x1.2") + 30 cm (12") cable

It supports the following devices :
12C: 508, 508A, 509, 509A, 671, 672 12CE: 518, 519, 673, 674 12F: 629, 675

16C: 433, 54, 56, 58, 61, 62A, 62B, 63, 63A, 64A, 65A, 65B, 66, 67, 71, 72, 72A, 73A, 73B, 74A, 74B, 76, 77, 505, 620, 620A, 621, 621A, 622, 622A, 710, 711, 712, 715, 716, 717, 745, 765, 770, 771, 773, 774, 781, 782, 923, 924

16CE: 623, 624, 625

16F: 83, 84, 84A, 627, 628, 630, 676, 818, 819, 870, 871, 872, 873, 873A, 874, 874A, 876, 876A, 877, 877A

18F: 242, 248, 252, 258, 442, 448, 452, 458, 1320, 2320, 4320, 4539, 6620, 6720, 8620, 8720

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-PG1 tutorial
NOTE: The programmer may not work with low power serial interfaces - i.e. laptop or notebook serial ports. USB to serial cables have also not been proven to work.

HARDWARE:

PIC-PG1 schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

ICPROG from Bonny Gijzen is the best software for serial ports programmers we ever know. And it's FREE!
WinPIC - Great new software by Wolfgang "Wolf" Bnscher. Supports all the popular flash PICs, as well as many of the newly released PICs! Use this software for support for the 16F628A, 16F87, and 16F88.
WinPIC in Japanese version

PIC-PG2 Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 17:47:11 GMT

FEATURES:

PIC-PG2 is programmer based on JDM design which takes all necessary signals and power supply from RS232 serial port. It supports 8, 18, 28 and 40 pin PIC microcontrollers which allow serial programming and I2C EEPROM memories. Programmer comes with ICSP cable for direct connection to PIC-Pxx prototype boards.
The supported devices depend on the current version of ICPROG software.
Dimensions 50x30 mm (1.95x1.2") + 30 cm (12") ICSP cable

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-PG2 tutorial by SparkFun
NOTE: The programmer may not work with low power serial interfaces - i.e. laptop or notebook serial ports. USB to serial cables have also not been proven to work.

HARDWARE:

PIC-PG2 schematic
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

ICPROG from Bonny Gijzen is the best software for serial ports programmers that we know of. And it's FREE!
WinPIC - Great new software by Wolfgang "Wolf" Bnscher. Supports all the popular flash PICs, as well as many of the newly released PICs! Use this software for support for the 16F628A, 16F87, and 16F88.

PIC WEB Server

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 17:45:06 GMT

PIC-WEB REVISION-B WEB SERVER TCP-IP DEVELOPMENT BOARD PIC MICROCONTROLLERS

FEATURES

PIC18F67J60 microcontroller
1Mbit on board serial flash for web pages storage
ICSP/ICD connector for programming with PIC-MCP, PIC-MCP-USB and programming and debugging with PIC-ICD2 and PIC-ICD2-POCKET.
Reser button
User event button
Analogue trimmer potentiometer
Thermistor for temperature monitoring
RS232 driver and connector
Complete web server and TCP-IP stack support as per Microchip's open source TCP-IP stack
Power plug-in jack for +5VDC power supply
Voltage regulator +3.3V and filtering capacitors
status LED
Extension header to connect to other boards
Dimensions 60x65 mm (2.36x2.55")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-WEB.pdf - users manual
Understanding PIC WEB boards and Microchip TCP-IP stack tutorial
Microchip TCP/IP AN833 - please read carefully, the TCP/IP stack is described

HARDWARE:

PIC-WEB schematic REV.B
PIC ICSP connector
SOFTWARE:

Microchip TCP-IP Stack 5.00 patch modified for PIC-WEB REV.B (will not work without modification on other versions of the stack)

PIC MCP-USB Programmer

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:52:01 GMT

FEATURES

PIC-MCP-USB is low cost alternative of Picstart+. It's MPLAB compatible and MPLAB recognize PIC-MCP-USB as Picstart+.This is the perfect solution for the new computers without RS232 port as it generates RS232 signals and power supply from USB port. PIC-MCP-USB have gold plated 40 pin ZIF socket which accepts all types of DIP PIC microcontrollers. In addition it have ICSP connector and can be used to program all PIC-PxxB prototype boards.
Supported devices: ALL devices which PICSTART+ supports (excluding PIC17XXX series)
ICSP 30 cm (12") cable
Dimensions 100x80 mm (3.9x3.15")

DOCUMENTS:

PIC-MCP.pdf
PIC ICSP connector

SOFTWARE:

Firmware upgrade UPGRADE-129 upgrades firmware for MPLAB 7.60
FT232 drivers for your OS download and install to may work with PIC-MCP-USB via the virtual COM port and MPLAB

Upgrade procedure for PIC-MCP-USB with old PIC16F876A firmware: put PIC18F252 in ZIF socket, remove ICSP jumper, connect USB cable, wait USB driver to establish Virtual COM port then run PIC-MCP-upgrade.exe and setup for the virtual COM port, after the message for sucessful upgrade un-plug the USB cable and pull PIC16F876A from DIL socket and replace with the new programmed PIC18F252. All future upgrades will be made with the build-in bootloader inside PIC18F252 so you just have to run the newest PIC-MCP-upgrade.exe

VERY IMPORTANT: DO NOT PUT OTHER THAN PIC18F252 MICROCONTROLLER WHEN YOU RUN THE UPGRADE SOFTWARE

Upgrade procedure for PIC-MCP-USB with older PIC18F252 firmware:connect USB cable, wait USB driver to establish Virtual COM port then run PIC-MCP-upgrade.exe and setup for the virtual COM port, after the message for sucessful upgrade un-plug the USB cable, wait Windows to remove the virtual OCM port and connect USB cable again to re-start the new firmware.

Interface Cable for EM401 and EM406

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:39:17 GMT

Communication cable, 1.75" in length, that connects the EM406a GPS unit. The EM406 comes with a cable, this is sold as a spare. Cable has two a 6-pin JST connectors with 1mm pitch. Wired pin 1 to pin 1.

EM406a GPS Unit

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:37:43 GMT

The EM406a SIRF Star III GPS Engine from US Global Sat is a only a little bigger than a 50 pence piece, but out-performs many of its bigger and more expensive competitors.

It has a built in patch antenna, and a battery on-board, to allow quick satellite fix.

The device uses an amazing 20 channels, each with a stunning tracking sensitivity of -159dBm, enough to get a satellite lock in difficult urban canyon situations, or even inside some buildings.

A very simple lead provides serial TX and RX in Sirf binary or NMEA format.

This module is truly fantastic, given its size, features, performance and price.

Features

SiRF Star III high performance GPS Chipset
Very high sensitivity (Tracking Sensitivity: -159dBm)
Extremely fast TTFF (Time To First Fix) at low signal level
Supports NMEA 0183 data protocol
Power Supply : 5V @ 70mA
Built-in SuperCap to reserve system data for rapid satellite acquisition
Built-in patch antenna
LED indicator for GPS fix or no fix :

LED OFF: Receiver switch off
LED ON: No fixed, Signal searching
LED Flashing: Position Fixed

Accuracy ::: Position: 10 meters, 2D RMS5 meters, 2D RMS, WAAS enabled
Size : 30mmx30mmx10.5mm
A 6-pin interface cable to the unit is included - we sell spares here.

Resources :

Datasheet
Generic GPS Command Protocol
Test Utility
mbed Example

Standard Green 16x2 LCD Display

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:32:41 GMT

16x2 Positive Transflective LED Edge Backlit LCD Module

The display itself is driven by the industry standard Samsung KS0066 chip, and is easy to interface. Can be simply diven from a PC parallel port with almost no additional components.

Features:

Industry Standard dimensions:
80mm x 36mm PCB Outline
66mm x 16mm Viewing Area
56.2mm x 11.5mm Active Area
5.56mm Character Height
Very wide viewing angles
8-bit or 4-bit parallel interface
Industry-standard HD44780 compatible controller
Documents :

Datasheet

PIC 18F2550 MCU

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:14:45 GMT

This is an amazing MCU that can talk directly to your PC's USB port.

The 18F2550 has 16k of program memory and can crunch 12MIPs from an externally mounted 4Mhz crystal.

If you're looking for simple to use 'power in a chip', this is it.

Implements full USB 2.0, and can be programmed in circuit. Wow!

Features

Full Speed USB 2.0 (12Mbit/s) interface
1K byte Dual Port RAM + 1K byte GP RAM
Full Speed Transceiver
16 Endpoints (IN/OUT)
Internal Pull Up resistors (D+/D-)
48 MHz performance (12 MIPS)
Pin-to-pin compatible with PIC16C7X5
Resources
Datasheet

PIC 16F887 MCU

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 14:05:49 GMT

This is one of Microchip's biggest MCUs. It has five ports (33 I/O lines!), runs at up to 20Mhz with a whopping 8k of program memory.

The large number of pins makes it ideal for all sorts of complex control or data interfacing jobs.

This chip can be programmed in circuit, with or without a boot-loader
***Please note - the 16F877 is the direct equivalent replacement for the Pic 16F877A which is now not recommended for new designs.****

PIC 16F627 MCU

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 14:03:13 GMT

The PIC 16F627 effectively replaces the well used 16F84. It is pin compatible, but has several massive advantages over its older brother.

First, no external clock source is needed, the IC has its own on-board 4MHz timing circuit.

Also there is no need for a MCLR line. What this means is that you need NO external components to make this baby run.

1k of program space doesn't sound much, but try filling it!

An all round, popular performer with tons of potential, and very easy to use.

PIC 16F88 MCU

info@coolcomponents.co.uk (Cool Components) — Wed, 17 Jan 2007 04:31:43 GMT

The PIC 16F88 is a power packed bundle of features that out-does many similar sized microchips.

It runs at 8Mhz with an internal clock, has a whopping 4k of program space, and all the usual UART, Analogue to Digital features you would come to expect from Microchip.

Also, interestingly, this chip can write data to its own program space, enabling the use of a bootstrap loader. This means that once a small piece of code is burnt onto the chip, no programming hardware apart from a PC and a serial cable are needed. Very handy!

Datasheet

Microcontroller	ATmega328
Operating Voltage	5V
Input Voltage (recommended)	7-12V
Input Voltage (limits)	6-20V
Digital I/O Pins	14 (of which 4 provide PWM output)

Analog Input Pins	6
DC Current per I/O Pin	40 mA
DC Current for 3.3V Pin	50 mA
Flash Memory	32 KB (ATmega328) of which 0.5 KB used by bootloader
SRAM	2 KB (ATmega328)
EEPROM	1 KB (ATmega328)
Clock Speed	16 MHz
W5100 TCP/IP Embedded Ethernet Controller
Power Over Ethernet ready Magnetic Jack
Micro SD card, with active voltage translators

Microcontroller	ATmega2560
Operating Voltage	5V
Input Voltage (recommended)	7-12V
Input Voltage (limits)	6-20V
Digital I/O Pins	54 (of which 14 provide PWM output)
Analog Input Pins	16
DC Current per I/O Pin	40 mA
DC Current for 3.3V Pin	50 mA
Flash Memory	256 KB of which 8 KB used by bootloader
SRAM	8 KB
EEPROM	4 KB
Clock Speed	16 MHz

Processor	NXP's ARM7TDMI LPC2478 microcontroller in BGA package
Program Flash	128 MB NAND FLASH, 4 MB NOR FLASH + 512 kB internal
Data Memory	32 MB SDRAM + 96 KB internal 32- or 16-bit data bus to SDRAM
Ethernet	100/10M Ethernet interface based on National DP83848 Ethernet PHY
Clock Crystals	• 12.000 MHz crystal for CPU • 32.768 kHz crystal for RTC
Dimensions	66 x 48 mm
Power	• +3.3V powering
Connectors	• 200 pos expansion connector (as defined in SODIMM standard), 0.6mm pitch
Other	• 256 Kbit I2C E2PROM for storing non-volatile parameters • Buffered 32- or 16-bit databus

Display	• 3.2 inch QVGA TFT color LCD with touch screen panel
Connectors	• 200 pos SODIMM connector for OEM Board • Expansion connector with all LCD controller signals, for custom displays • Expansion connector with all cpu signals • Ethernet connector (RJ45) • MMC/SD interface & connector • CAN interface & connector • JTAG connector • Pads for ETM connector
Interfaces	• USB OTG interface & connector • USB host interface & connector • Full modem RS232 on UART #1 (cannot be used on 32-bit databus cpu boards, but RxD2/TxD2 can alternatively be connected to the RS232 interface) • Dual CAN interface & connector • IrDA tranceiver interface
Power	• Power supply, either via USB or external 9-15V DC • 0.3F capacitor backup for RTC and LED on ALARM output
Expansion	• Expansion connector with all LCD controller signals, for custom displays • Expansion connector with all cpu signals
Other	• 5-key joystick • 3 axis accelerometer • Push-button key and LED on P2.10 • 4 push-button keys via I2C • 8 LEDs (via I2C) • 1 Analog inputs • USB-to-serial bridge on UART #0, and ISP functionality • Reset push-button and LED • Speaker output (DAC) • 240x150 mm in size

Processor	NXP's ARM926EJ-S LPC3250 microcontroller in BGA package
External Flash	128 MB NAND FLASH (1Gbit) 4 MB SPI-NOR FLASH (32Mbit)
Data Memory	64 MB DDR SDRAM + 256 KB internal 16-bit data bus to DDR SDRAM
Ethernet	100/10M Ethernet interface based on National DP83848 Ethernet PHY
Clock Crystals	13.000 MHz crystal for CPU
Dimensions	66 x 48 mm
Power	3.15V-3.3V powering
Connectors	200 pos expansion connector (as defined in SODIMM standard), 0.6mm pitch
Other	• 256 Kbit I2C E2PROM for storing non-volatile parameters • 5 LEDs • Buffered 16-bit databus

MS1	MS2	MS3	Microstep Resolution
Low	Low	Low	Full step
High	Low	Low	Half step
Low	High	Low	Quarter step
High	High	Low	Eighth step
High	High	High	Sixteenth step