Waveshare Pioneer600 Raspberry Pi Expansion Board
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Waveshare Pioneer600 Raspberry Pi Expansion Board

₹1,899.00 (Inclusive of all taxes)
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The Waveshare Pioneer600 is a versatile expansion board for Raspberry Pi models (A+, B+, 2B, 3B), integrating essential components like an 8-bit AD/DA converter, RTC, OLED display, and various sensor interfaces onto a single platform. It significantly expands the I/O capabilities and simplifies prototyping for embedded projects.

Features

  • Integrates AD/DA, RTC, OLED, IR receiver, and environmental sensors for diverse applications.
  • Expands Raspberry Pi GPIO with PCF8574 and offers 8-bit AD/DA conversion via PCF8591.
  • Features a 0.96-inch OLED display (SSD1306) and CP2102 USB-to-UART for serial terminal control.
  • Includes 1-WIRE interface (with DS18B20 support) and dedicated sensor interface for easy connectivity.
  • Supports Raspberry Pi A+, B+, 2B, and 3B, providing a comprehensive prototyping solution.

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Description

The Waveshare Pioneer600 is a feature-rich expansion board designed to transform your Raspberry Pi into a powerful, all-in-one development platform. It consolidates a wide array of essential peripherals and interfaces, making it ideal for a multitude of embedded applications from IoT data logging to environmental monitoring and automated control systems. With its standard Raspberry Pi 40-PIN GPIO header, it seamlessly integrates with various Raspberry Pi models, including the A+, B+, 2B, and 3B.

This versatile board offers robust I/O expansion, featuring the PCF8574 for additional GPIO pins and the PCF8591 for 8-bit AD/DA conversion, accessible via convenient screw terminals. Communication and display are streamlined with an onboard CP2102 USB-to-UART converter for serial terminal control and a crisp 0.96-inch 128×64 OLED display driven by the SSD1306. Furthermore, the Pioneer600 integrates a high-precision DS3231 RTC for accurate timekeeping, an LFN0038K IR receiver for remote control capabilities, and a BMP280 sensor for measuring air pressure and temperature, alongside dedicated interfaces for 1-WIRE devices like the included DS18B20, and general-purpose sensors.

Key Features

  • Standard Raspberry Pi 40PIN GPIO extension header, ensuring compatibility with Raspberry Pi A+, B+, 2B, 3B.
  • Onboard CP2102 USB-to-UART converter facilitates serial terminal control of the Raspberry Pi.
  • Integrated 0.96-inch OLED display (SSD1306 driver, 128×64 resolution) with SPI interface for visual feedback.
  • High-precision DS3231 RTC chip with a backup battery holder for reliable timekeeping.
  • PCF8591 8-bit AD/DA converter with screw terminal IO interface for analog interfacing.
  • PCF8574 I/O expansion chip provides additional GPIO pins, increasing project versatility.
  • LFN0038K IR receiver enables remote control functionality for the Raspberry Pi.
  • BMP280 sensor accurately measures air pressure and temperature.
  • Dedicated 1-WIRE interface for connecting devices like the included DS18B20 temperature sensor.
  • General-purpose sensor interface for connecting various external sensors.
  • Includes dual LEDs, a joystick, and a buzzer for basic interaction and feedback.

Applications

  • IoT data acquisition and logging systems.
  • Environmental monitoring (pressure, temperature sensing).
  • Home automation and control systems with IR remote functionality.
  • Embedded prototyping requiring mixed-signal I/O (analog/digital).
  • Educational projects involving Raspberry Pi and multiple integrated peripherals.
  • Custom HMI solutions with integrated OLED display.

Technical Specifications

Board TypeExpansion Board
Screen TypeOLED
Screen Diagonal0.96"
Screen Resolution128x64 px
AD/DA ConverterPCF8591 (8-bit)
RTC ChipDS3231
USB-to-UARTCP2102
I/O ExpanderPCF8574
Pressure/Temp SensorBMP280
IR ReceiverLFN0038K
OLED DriverSSD1306
OLED InterfaceSPI
AD/DA InterfaceI2C
RTC InterfaceI2C
I/O Expander InterfaceI2C
Pressure/Temp InterfaceI2C

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Raspberry Pi models are compatible with the Pioneer600?

The Waveshare Pioneer600 is designed to be compatible with Raspberry Pi models featuring the 40-pin GPIO header, specifically supporting Raspberry Pi A+, B+, 2 Model B, and 3 Model B. It leverages the standard GPIO layout for seamless integration, making it a versatile add-on.

What is the function of the CP2102 chip on the Pioneer600?

The CP2102 is a USB-to-UART converter chip integrated on the Pioneer600 board. It enables users to control and debug their Raspberry Pi via a serial terminal connected through a USB cable. This provides a convenient alternative access method for system configuration and command-line operations without requiring a display.

Can I connect external analog sensors to the Pioneer600?

Yes, the Pioneer600 includes a PCF8591 8-bit AD/DA converter, which provides analog input capabilities. It features dedicated screw terminal I/O interfaces, allowing easy connection of external analog sensors. This makes the board suitable for projects requiring measurement of analog voltages, such as from potentiometers or environmental sensors.

What is the purpose of the PCF8574 I/O expansion chip?

The PCF8574 is an I/O expansion chip on the Pioneer600 that provides additional digital input/output pins. This is crucial for projects that require more GPIOs than natively available on the Raspberry Pi. It operates via the I2C interface, simplifying communication and increasing the board's peripheral capacity for various components.

What kind of data does the BMP280 sensor provide?

The BMP280 sensor on the Pioneer600 provides accurate measurements of both air pressure and ambient temperature. This makes it ideal for environmental monitoring applications, weather stations, or altitude sensing. It communicates with the Raspberry Pi via the I2C interface, delivering precise data for various projects.

Package Includes

  • 1 x Waveshare Pioneer600 Raspberry Pi Expansion Board
  • 1 x USB A to Micro USB Cable
  • 1 x Screw Set
  • 1 x DS18B20 Temperature Sensor (included with 1-WIRE interface)

Additional Information

Weight 0.1 kg
Dimensions 6 × 5.6 cm

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