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The "Genius Bit Academy" PCB is a versatile development board designed for educational and prototyping purposes. It features essential components for power regulation, microcontroller interfacing, and connectivity options for sensors and peripherals. The inclusion of a GSM module and OLED display enhances its functionality, making it suitable for projects involving remote communication and data display.

Components

  • Voltage Regulator (with Heat Sink): Ensures a stable output voltage, critical for protecting the board and connected peripherals from power surges or fluctuations
  • Capacitors and Resistors: Essential for filtering noise from the power supply, setting up bias points in the circuit, and other signal conditioning tasks
  • LED Indicator: Provides visual feedback, commonly used to indicate power status or operational status

Connectors

  • Pin Headers
    • ANALOG PINS: Labeled as "A0, A1, A2, A3, A4,A5" these are analog input pins used for reading analog sensors
    • DIGITAL PINS: Labeled "0" to "13," these are digital input/output pins used for interfacing with various digital sensors, actuators, and other digital devices
  • Power Supply Jack: For connecting an external power supply to power the board and its components
  • Reset Button (P1): Allows users to reset the board, restarting the microcontroller and reinitializing the program without needing to disconnect the power supply

Microcontroller Connections

  • I/O Reference (IOREF): Provides a reference voltage for the microcontroller inputs and outputs
  • Serial Communication Pins (RXD, TXD): For serial data transmission and reception, used for programming the microcontroller and for communication with other serial devices
  • Power Pins (VCC, GND): To supply power to the microcontroller and other components

Assembled Board with Modules

  • GSM Module (SIM800L)
    • Module Overview: Provides GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) capabilities, enabling the board to send/receive SMS, make calls, and connect to the internet
    • SIM Card Slot: For inserting a SIM card, necessary for connecting to a mobile network
    • Antenna: Enhances the GSM module’s ability to send and receive signals, improving communication range and reliability
  • OLED Display
    • Function: Used to display text, graphical data, sensor readings, and other real-time information
    • Connection: Likely connected via I2C or SPI interface, common protocols for communication between microcontrollers and displays

Board Overview and Potential Uses

The "Genius Bit Academy" PCB is designed for educational purposes, prototyping, and development projects. Key features include:

  • Multi-Purpose I/O Pins: Supports a variety of analog and digital sensors and devices, making it highly versatile
  • GSM Connectivity: Enables remote communication capabilities, useful in IoT (Internet of Things) applications where remote monitoring and control are needed
  • Display: The OLED screen provides a user-friendly interface for real-time data visualization
  • Ease of Use: The presence of labeled pins and connectors simplifies the process of connecting peripherals and sensors, making it suitable for both beginners and advanced users

Possible Applications

  • Remote Monitoring Systems: Using the GSM module to send data from sensors to a remote server or receive commands
  • Educational Projects: Learning about electronics, programming, and GSM communication
  • IoT Devices: Creating smart devices that can communicate over the mobile network
  • Prototyping and Development: Testing and developing new electronic projects with real-time feedback through the OLED display

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Contact Information

  • +94 70 458 5666
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  • info@geniusbitacademy.com
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