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What is the primary function of a microcontroller in the micro:bit?
What is the primary function of a microcontroller in the micro:bit?
Which of the following is NOT one of the essential components of the micro:bit?
Which of the following is NOT one of the essential components of the micro:bit?
What is the primary advantage of using a micro:bit for creating projects?
What is the primary advantage of using a micro:bit for creating projects?
Which of the following is an example of a project that can be created using a micro:bit?
Which of the following is an example of a project that can be created using a micro:bit?
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How does the micro:bit connect to the physical world?
How does the micro:bit connect to the physical world?
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Which of the following is NOT a feature of the micro:bit?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of the micro:bit?
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What is a practical example of how the micro:bit can be used?
What is a practical example of how the micro:bit can be used?
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Which of the following is NOT required to program a micro:bit using the MakeCode Editor?
Which of the following is NOT required to program a micro:bit using the MakeCode Editor?
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How does the micro:bit connect to a computer?
How does the micro:bit connect to a computer?
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What is the purpose of the GND (ground) pin on the micro:bit?
What is the purpose of the GND (ground) pin on the micro:bit?
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How should a LED be connected to the micro:bit?
How should a LED be connected to the micro:bit?
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What is the purpose of the digital input/output pins (0, 1, 2) on the micro:bit?
What is the purpose of the digital input/output pins (0, 1, 2) on the micro:bit?
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Study Notes
What is Microbit?
- Microbit is a pocket-sized computer with an LED light display, buttons, sensors, and many input/output features.
- It interacts with the user and their world when programmed.
Microcontroller
- The microcontroller is the brain of the microbit, responsible for running programs.
- It is a small chip that processes information.
Microbit Modules
- The microbit board features several essential components:
- Two buttons
- Light sensor
- Temperature sensor
- Accelerometer
- Motion detector
- Compass
- 5X5 LED matrix
- Micro-USB port
- 25 I/O analogue and digital pins
- Battery port
- Bluetooth and radio capabilities
Using Microbit
- Microbit can interact directly with physical elements like sensors and actuators through their peripherals for input and output.
- Examples of projects include:
- Fire detection system
- Sunlight sensor
- Step counter
- Temperature reader
- Games
Connecting Microbit to the World
- Microbit connects to the physical world through peripherals for input and output.
- Examples of projects include:
- Fire detection system
- Sunlight sensor
- Step counter
- Temperature reader
- Games
Programming Microbit
- Microbit can be programmed using the online MakeCode Editor.
- Required items for programming:
- A computer with Windows 10, Mac OS, or Linux
- Internet connectivity
- Microbit mainboard
- A USB cable
Connecting Microbit to Computer
- Microbit connects to a computer via a USB cable.
- The power indicator on the back of the microbit lights up when connected.
Circuits with Microbit
- Microbit can be used to make circuits with alligator clips.
- The microbit has 5 large pins:
- 0: General purpose digital input and output
- 1: General purpose digital input and output
- 2: General purpose digital input and output
- 3V: 3 volt power output or power input
- GND: attaches to ground to complete a circuit
Connecting a LED to Microbit
- A LED light can be connected to the microbit by connecting the short pin to GND and the long pin to a digital input/output pin.
- The microbit can be programmed to light the LED.
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Description
Learn the basics of micro:bit, a pocket-sized computer with LED display, buttons, sensors, and more. Understand what a microcontroller is and how it functions in the context of micro:bit. Explore the various modules and components of the micro:bit device.
