1. Sarrera
The Waveshare RP2350 MCU Board is a high-performance microcontroller unit featuring a 1.28-inch capacitive touch display. This board integrates a Li-ion battery recharge manager and a 6-axis sensor (3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope), making it suitable for various embedded applications. It is based on the Raspberry Pi RP2350 microcontroller chip, which utilizes a unique dual-core and dual-architecture design.
This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, and maintaining your RP2350 MCU Board.
Image: The Waveshare RP2350 MCU Board, highlighting its 1.28-inch touch display, Type-C port, dual-core architecture, and 65K color support.
2. Ezaugarri nagusiak
- Mikrokontroladorea: Based on Raspberry Pi RP2350 chip with dual-core Arm Cortex-M33 and dual-core Hazard3 RISC-V processors, clock up to 150 MHz.
- Memoria: 520KB SRAM and 16MB onboard Flash memory.
- Pantaila: Integrated 1.28-inch capacitive touch LCD with 240×240 pixels and 65K color support.
- Konektibitatea: Type-C USB 1.1 connector with device and host support.
- Energia kudeaketa: Lithium battery recharge/discharge header for mobile applications.
- Sentsoreak: Onboard 6-axis sensor (3-axis accelerometer and 3-axis gyroscope).
- GPIO: 6 × GPIO pins available via SH1.0 connector.
- Programazioa: Supports drag-and-drop programming via USB mass storage, C/C++, MicroPython, and Arduino.
- Ezaugarri gehigarriak: Low-power sleep and dormant modes, accurate clock and timer, temperature sensor.
3. Paketearen edukia
Egiaztatu behean zerrendatutako elementu guztiak zure paketean sartuta daudela:
- RP2350-Touch-LCD-1.28 Board x1
- SH1.0 12PIN cable x1
4. Hardwarea amaitu daview
The following diagram illustrates the main components and interfaces of the RP2350 MCU Board.
Image: RP2350 MCU Board with key components labeled for identification.
- USB C motako konektorea: For program burning and USB 1.1 communication (device and host support).
- ETA6098: High-efficiency Lithium battery recharge manager.
- RT9193-33PB: 300mA low dropout, low noise, ultra-fast LDO.
- W25Q128JVSIQ: 16MB NOR-Flash memory.
- RP2350: Nukleo bikoitzeko eta arkitektura bikoitzeko diseinua, 150 MHz-ko funtzionamendu-maiztasunera artekoa.
- QMI8658: 6-axis IMU (3-axis gyroscope and 3-axis accelerometer).
- ABIO botoia: Sakatu berrezartzean deskargatzeko moduan sartzeko.
- RESET botoia: Taula berrezartzen du.
- MX1.25 2P battery header: For 3.7V Lithium battery, supports charging and discharging.
5. Pin Definizioa
Understanding the pinout is crucial for connecting peripherals and developing applications. The following diagram details the pin assignments for the RP2350 MCU Board.
Image: Pinout diagram for the RP2350 MCU Board, showing GPIO, power, and system control pins.
Key pin categories include:
- Potentzia: VBUS, 3V3, 3V3_EN, VSYS
- Lurzorua: GND
- GPIO, PIO and PWM: GPIO0-GPIO29 (specific pins are highlighted in the diagram)
- Sistemaren kontrola: RUN, BOOT, RESET
6. Konfiguratzeko argibideak
6.1 Hasierako konexioa
- Connect the RP2350 MCU Board to your computer using a Type-C USB cable.
- Ensure the board powers on. The integrated display should illuminate.
- For initial programming, you may need to press and hold the BOTA button while connecting the USB cable, then release it. This will put the board into USB mass storage mode, allowing you to drag-and-drop firmware files.
6.2 Gidariaren instalazioa
Typically, the RP2350 board will be recognized as a mass storage device or a serial port without requiring specific drivers on most modern operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux). If issues arise, refer to the official Raspberry Pi Pico 2 documentation for driver information.
6.3 Taula elikatzea
- USB Power: The board can be powered directly via the Type-C USB port.
- Bateria Potentzia: Connect a 3.7V Lithium battery to the MX1.25 2P battery header. The onboard ETA6098 chip manages battery charging and discharging.
7. Funtzionamendu-argibideak
7.1 Taularen programazioa
The RP2350 MCU Board supports multiple programming methods:
- Drag-and-Drop (UF2): When the board is in bootloader mode (hold BOOT, then connect USB), it appears as a USB mass storage device. You can drag and drop UF2 firmware files directly onto this drive to program the board.
- SDKs: Utilize the official C/C++ SDK, MicroPython, or Arduino IDE for more advanced development. Refer to the respective documentation for detailed instructions on setting up your development environment.
7.2 Using the Touch Display
The 1.28-inch capacitive touch display allows for interactive applications. Your custom firmware will define the display's content and touch response. Example code and libraries are typically available in the Waveshare development resources to assist with display initialization and graphic rendering.
Image: The RP2350 MCU Board's 1.28-inch touch display showing a graphical user interface, demonstrating its interactive capabilities.
7.3 Utilizing Onboard Sensors
The integrated 6-axis IMU (accelerometer and gyroscope) can be accessed via I2C or SPI interfaces, depending on the specific sensor and library used. Consult the Waveshare documentation or sensor datasheet for programming examples to read sensor data.
8. Development Environment Support
The RP2350 MCU Board offers broad compatibility with popular development tools:
Irudia: Gainetikview of supported development environments: Pico C/C++ SDK, MicroPython, and Arduino IDE.
8.1 Pico C/C++ SDK
The official Raspberry Pi C/C++ SDK can be used for bare-metal programming. It supports command-line compilation and integration with popular IDEs like Visual Studio Code and Eclipse.
8.2 MicroPython
MicroPython provides a Python 3 implementation optimized for embedded hardware. It allows for rapid development and prototyping on the RP2350 board.
8.3 Arduino IDE
The Arduino IDE offers a user-friendly environment for programming. With the appropriate board package installed, you can leverage Arduino's extensive libraries and community support.
9. Zehaztapen Teknikoak
| mikrokontroladoreen | Raspberry Pi RP2350 (Dual-core Arm Cortex-M33 & Dual-core Hazard3 RISC-V) |
| Erlojuaren Abiadura | 150 MHz arte |
| SRAM | 520 KB |
| Flash Memoria | 16 MB (onboard) |
| Bistaratzea | 1.28-inch Capacitive Touch LCD, 240×240 pixels, 65K colors |
| USB Interfazea | Type-C, USB 1.1 (device and host support) |
| Sentsoreak | 6-axis IMU (3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis gyroscope) |
| Bateria euskarria | 3.7V Lithium battery (recharge/discharge manager onboard) |
| GPIO pinak | 6 × GPIO via SH1.0 connector |
| Sistema eragilearen euskarria | Linux (as per product data, likely referring to development host OS) |
| Konektibitate Teknologia | USBa |
| Gailu bateragarriak | USB devices (e.g., keyboards, mice, storage devices), Arduino, Raspberry Pi models, SH1.0 compatible devices |
10. Eskema-neurriak
The physical dimensions of the RP2350 MCU Board are provided below for integration into projects and enclosures.
Image: Detailed outline dimensions of the RP2350 MCU Board, including measurements for the board itself and with an optional metal case (units in millimeters).
Dimentsio guztiak milimetrotan (mm) dira.
- Board Diameter: 38.51 mm inguru
- Bistaratzeko diametroa: Approximately 33.40 mm (VA area)
- Taularen lodiera: Approximately 7.48 mm (excluding connectors)
- With Metal Case: Diameter approximately 48.0 mm, Thickness approximately 9.5 mm
11. Arazoak
If you encounter issues with your RP2350 MCU Board, consider the following troubleshooting steps:
- Plaka ez da pizten:
- Ensure the USB cable is securely connected to both the board and the power source/computer.
- Saiatu beste USB kable edo USB ataka batekin.
- If using battery power, verify the battery is charged and correctly connected to the MX1.25 2P header.
- Board Not Recognized by Computer:
- Try connecting the board while holding the BOTA button to enter mass storage mode.
- Ensure your operating system's USB drivers are up to date.
- Berrabiarazi ordenagailua.
- Pantaila ez dabil:
- Check for any visible damage to the display or its connector.
- Verify that your firmware includes the necessary display initialization code.
- Ensure sufficient power is supplied to the board.
- Programazio-erroreak:
- Double-check your code for syntax errors or logical flaws.
- Ensure the correct board and port are selected in your IDE (if applicable).
- Refer to the specific SDK or IDE documentation for common programming issues.
- Ustekabeko portaera:
- Perform a hard reset using the Berrezarri botoia.
- Re-flash a known working firmware to rule out software issues.
- Check for short circuits or incorrect wiring if external components are connected.
12. Mantentzea
To ensure the longevity and optimal performance of your RP2350 MCU Board, follow these maintenance guidelines:
- Biltegiratzea: Store the board in a dry, anti-static environment, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
- Garbiketa: Use a soft, dry brush or compressed air to remove dust. For stubborn dirt, use a lint-free cloth lightly dampened with isopropyl alcohol. Ensure the board is powered off and completely dry before re-applying power.
- Manipulazioa: Always handle the board by its edges to avoid touching sensitive components. Use anti-static precautions when working with the board.
- Firmware eguneraketak: Aldian-aldian egiaztatu Waveshare ofiziala website or relevant community forums for firmware updates and bug fixes to ensure your board runs with the latest improvements.
13. Technical Support and Resources
For further assistance, development resources, and technical support, please refer to the official Waveshare documentation and support channels. Online development resources and tutorials are available to help you get started and resolve any issues.
You can typically find detailed guides, example code, and community forums on the Waveshare official webgunea.