Back in 2015 we wrote an install guide for the Arduino IDE, as there are no current plans for new versions of Windows to be released, we decided now would be a good time to update that guide. The first step is to download a copy of the Arduino development environment. This can be downloaded…
Arduino development boards are great devices for embedded control. At the low end are the low cost ATMega328 based Arduinos, such as the Uno, Nano, and Pro Mini. At the other end of the scale there are the high priced but more powerful Arm based devices, such as the Due. But sometimes your application may…
Throw out those candles and opt instead for an Arduino sketch to light up those Pumpkins this year. With our simple sketch and the exclusive library it couldn’t be simpler to take your pumpkin to the next level! And remember, don’t throw out the flesh or seeds! We made a lovely pumpkin pie and…
Our excellent SmartLCD and Keypads are now on sale! www.hobbycomponents.com The SmartLCD Keypad Kit is an optional add-on for the Hobby Components SmartLCD (HCMODU0122). When constructed this add-on board connects to the SmartLCD’s keypad header using a single 4 way cable (supplied). Once connected it adds the additional features of keypad control (up, down,…
We’ve been busy working away to bring you 5 new libraries for the Arduino to compliment a new range of sensor/driver modules we’re now stocking. These libraries are freely available and can be downloaded from the software section of our support forum (see links below for each library and example sketches): Library 1) HCPCA9685 –…
Taking temperature readings with a microcontroller may seem confusing at first sight, especially if you’re new to Arduino. In this tutorial, we simplify this as much as possible. We will use an inexpensive LM35Dz temperature sensor, a few cables and an Uno. You will need: LM35DZ Temperature Sensor 3 x Male to female Cables An Arduino development…
Building your own hardware is always fun, especially when it’s combined with the Arduino platform. For this product a combination of the two are used to create something that’s both fun and useful. The Sketch Pad is a kit of parts which includes a custom PCB that when soldered together creates an Arduino compatible development board including the…
Installed the Arduino software and ready to test the blink application? So, in our previous tutorial we installed the software, and ascertained that the COM port was set correctly. The next step is to check that the software is talking to your new Uno. In order to do this we are going to test the standard…
Simple tutorial for installing the Arduino environment in Windows. The Arduino environment is easy to install and test. In this tutorial, we will install the Arduino environment. This is a simple process, which is made easier using the images supplied. Here we go! First of all you will need to download a copy of the…
