Propeller Activity Board
Propeller Activity Board, Propeller Activity BoardHarnessing the power of the 8-core Propeller microcontroller is now easier than ever before. The built-in Propeller P8X32A programming system is pre-wired to the most popular peripherals, making experimenting fast and fun. Supported by the new Propeller C Learning System that includes a programming tool and a suite of tutorials featuring simple circuits and libraries with code samples for core devices and sensors, multicore programming has never been simpler. Qualified teachers may request a free sample. Please send an email with your name, school, title, school district, and shipping address from your school email to schoolsamples@parallax.com.Features XBee socket - control or receive data from your invention wirelessly microSD card holder - log sensor data or play sound files Mini audio/stereo jack - listen to WAV files, sound effects, or synthesized speech 3-pin headers - quickly connect servos, serial LCDs, etc. Breadboard - build and rebuild circuits without soldering (or desoldering!) A/D and D/A converters - read or set the voltages for battery monitoring or sensors Power via USB or power supply/battery pack - the choice is yours Specifications 8-core Propeller P8X32A-Q44 microcontroller 18 Propeller I/O fully free 64 KB I2C EEPROM 5 MHz crystal oscillator microSD card slot 1/8" mini stereo-audio jack XBee socket with DO, DI, RTS, CTS access Breadboard with 34 5-socket rows 3-pin servo ports, jumper-select 5 V or VIN 12-bit 4-channel SPI ADC with 5 V reference\- 2-channel D/A, 0-3.3 V 2.1 mm center-positive power jack Auto-selects between USB or external power Built-in USB over-current protection Power requirements: 6-9 VDC from an external power supply, or 5 V from a USB port Communication: USB mini-B (onboard serial over USB) Dimensions: 4.0 x 3.05 x 0.625 in (10.16 x 7.75 x 1.59 cm) Operating temp range: +32 to +158 F (0 to +70 C) Downloads & Resources Propeller Activity Board Guide Propeller Activity Board Schematics Explore the Propeller C Learning System for the Propeller Activity Board (Learn.Parallax.com) PropBOE I/O Shield - Compatible with Activity Board (off-site) Open Source Downloads Propeller Activity Board Open Source Design Files