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Arduino Wireless Proto Shield
INTRODUCTION The Arduino Proto shield allows an Arduino board to communicate wireless using a wireless module. It is based on the Xbee modules fro...
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INTRODUCTION
The Arduino Proto shield allows an Arduino board to communicate wireless 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. This shield doesn't have the SD socket. An on-board switch allows the wireless module to communicate with the USB-to-serial converter or with the microcontroller.
DOCUMENTS
- Arduino Product page
- Arduino Proto Shields LABS Page
- Arduino Wireless Proto Shield Forum
- EAGLE files: arduino-wireless-proto-shield-reference-design.zip
- Schematic: arduino-wireless-proto-shield-schematic.pdf
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- Arduino Wireless Proto Shield x1
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Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- microcontroller
- A microcontroller is a small computer on a single chip that runs a stored program and controls connected inputs and outputs such as buttons, sensors, displays and communication interfaces. In a device built around one, it is the part that executes the code and coordinates the device's behaviour.
- Shield
- An add-on board that plugs into a main controller board to give it extra features such as sensing, motor control or communication. Knowing a product supports shields helps you judge whether it can connect neatly into an existing maker-board setup.
- through-hole
- A mounting style where the component leads pass through holes in a circuit board and are soldered on the other side. Through-hole parts are often easier to handle and solder by hand, which is useful for classroom and hobby projects.
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