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--- make_your_own_arduino [2017/11/19 03:24] – sdh7
+++ make_your_own_arduino [2018/12/01 19:11] – sdh7
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 Minimum Age: 12 and up (under 18 must have parent present)
-In this class, Students will learn to solder their own Diavolino Arduino clone. No previous soldering skill needed. Some simple programming will be done after the board is assembled.
+This is a workshop to build your own Arduino-compatible prototyping board, the EMSL Diavolino. The Diavolino is a low-cost DIY clone of the Arduino Duemilanove board intended for teaching electronics and soldering. The kit includes a 3xAA battery pack for power.
-Outline:
+The workshop will cover the basics of soldering, assembly of the board, testing it for basic functionality, and writing & uploading a simple sketch (program) or two onto the board.
+Bringing your own laptop is not required but might be helpful, especially if you wish to go further in your Arduino exploration. Installing the Arduino software from https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software onto your computer ahead of time will be very helpful if you are bringing your own computer. If you're running Windows, installing the FT232R drivers from http://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm.
+USB-Serial note: We will have a number of FTDI USB-serial adapters available for use to program your Diavolino at the space. Purchasing one is not required for the workshop, but if you want to do more Arduino programming on your own, you will probably want to get one. We may have a limited number available for sale at the workshop ($5-$8, depending on the exact model), or you can pick one up at Micro Center for $8: http://www.microcenter.com/product/486570/FTDI_Adapter_USB_Controller
+No previous electronics/soldering/programming experience needed.
+Class syllabus/Outline:
   * Full instructions at http://s3.amazonaws.com/evilmadscience/KitInstrux/diavolino_instrux.pdf
   * Basics of soldering in case anyone is a new solderer.
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     * Tack first pin in, then adjust fit as needed
   * Capacitors
-    * 18pF (2) (have black splotch across the top)
+    * 18pF (2) (have black splotch across the top) - in the XTL & Caps area just above the microcontroller.
-    * .1 uF (3)
+    * .1 uF (3) - two in the top left corner, one just above the microcontroller. The one in the lower left corner can be ignored unless you want to add a 2.1mm power input and 7805 voltage regulator.
-  * Switch
+  * Switch - RST
   * LED - Square Hole + (long lead)
   * Crystal (*outer* holes on the PCB)