Raspberry Pi Pico

Specification

• Microcontroller: RP2040 dual-core Arm Cortex-M0+ processor running at 133MHz
• Memory:
  • 264KB of SRAM
  • 2MB of onboard Flash memory (program storage)
• GPIO Pins: 26 multi-function GPIO pins for digital input/output and various peripheral interfaces
• Analog Inputs: 3 ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) channels with 12-bit resolution
• Communication Interfaces:
  • 2x UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter)
  • 2x SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface)
  • 2x I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
  • Programmable I/O (PIO) for custom protocols and timing-critical operations
• Power Supply: 5V DC input via USB Type-C connector or external power source (3.3V regulated output)
• Programmable: Supports programming in C/C++ using the Raspberry Pi Pico SDK, MicroPython, and other programming languages
• Dimensions: Compact and board-specific

Usage

• Gather the necessary components: Raspberry Pi Pico, USB cable, and a computer with a USB port.
• Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB Type-C connector on the Raspberry Pi Pico.
• Connect the other end of the USB cable to a USB port on your computer.
• The Raspberry Pi Pico will be powered on by the USB connection.
• Install the necessary software development tools on your computer, depending on the programming language you want to use (e.g., C/C++ or MicroPython).
• Download and install the appropriate programming environment or integrated development environment (IDE) for your chosen programming language.
• Open the programming environment or IDE and create a new project for the Raspberry Pi Pico.
• Write your code in the chosen programming language, utilizing the available libraries and APIs for interacting with the GPIO pins and other peripherals.
• Connect external components or sensors to the GPIO pins of the Raspberry Pi Pico as required by your project. Ensure proper electrical connections and consider using resistors or other necessary components.
• Compile or interpret your code and upload it to the Raspberry Pi Pico.
• Disconnect the Raspberry Pi Pico from your computer once the code is successfully uploaded.
• Connect the Raspberry Pi Pico to a power source, such as a battery or external power supply, if needed for standalone operation.
• Observe the behavior of your project, as programmed, through the connected components or sensors.
• Iterate and refine your code and circuitry as necessary to achieve the desired functionality.
• Experiment with different projects and applications, taking advantage of the Raspberry Pi Pico's flexibility and capabilities.