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Maker Pi Pico (Base Only)
MPN: MAKER-PI-PICO-NB
Cytron Technologies Sdn Bhd
Raspberry Pi Starter Kit
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Overview
The Maker Pi Pico is an expansion base designed to simplify prototyping with the Raspberry Pi Pico. It incorporates built-in LEDs for every GPIO pin, three programmable push buttons, and a buzzer, allowing engineers to test code without external breadboarding.
Why Choose This Part
This board provides immediate visual feedback for all 26 GPIO pins via integrated LEDs, significantly reducing debugging time. It operates within a standard 4.5V to 5.5V input range and breaks out essential interfaces like SPI, I2C, and UART to easy-to-access headers.
Applications
Embedded Education
Ideal for classroom settings where wiring errors on breadboards can slow down the learning process.
Rapid Prototyping
Quickly verify RP2040 firmware logic using the onboard LEDs and buttons before committing to a custom PCB design.
Simple Human-Interface Tasks
Use the onboard buzzer and audio jack for UI feedback or basic sound synthesis projects.
Sensor Integration
Utilize the Grove-compatible connectors to quickly interface with I2C and UART sensors.
Key Specifications
Kit Type
Starter Kit
Main Purpose
Raspberry Pi
Getting Started
Plug a Raspberry Pi Pico into the center female headers and connect via the micro USB port. Use the Thonny IDE for MicroPython development or the standard C/C++ SDK with the onboard SWD pins for advanced debugging.
Also Consider
Raspberry Pi Pico H
Raspberry Pi
- The official Pico board with pre-soldered headers if you do not need the integrated LEDs and buttons of the Maker board.
Raspberry Pi
- The official Pico board with pre-soldered headers if you do not need the integrated LEDs and buttons of the Maker board.
