Summary of Contents for LinkSprite pcDuino V2
- Page 1 V2 Thank you for purchasing your Single-Board Computer from LinkSprite. Please read this user s guide ’ before setting up and using your new Single-Board Computer.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Board Overview.................3 System Features................4 Single-Board Computer Configuration........5 Pin Assignments................7 Single-Board Computer Setup..........9 Required Hardware..............9 Optional Hardware..............9 Adjusting Screen Settings.............9 The Ubuntu Operating System..........10 Accessing the Debug Port............10 Re-Installing the Operating System..........11 Glossary.............. -
Page 3: Board Overview
Board Overview You can use the Single-Board Computer with various open-source projects, but you can do much more. The Single-Board Computer features a fully functional operating system (OS) that can simultaneously run multiple processes, giving you a much more robust and versatile experience than a dedicated microprocessor board. -
Page 4: System Features
System Features System on a Chip (SoC) All Winner A10 Central Processor (CPU) 1 GHz ARMv7 Cortex A8 Single Core Graphics Processor (GPU) Mali 400 SDRAM Memory 1 GB, DDR3-800 Flash Memory 2 GB NAND Mass Storage 32 GB Type MicroSDHC Video Output HDMI Up to 720p, 60 Hz... -
Page 5: Single-Board Computer Configuration
Single-Board Computer Configuration... -
Page 7: Pin Assignments
Pin Assignments GPIO8 GPIO9/PWM9 SPI_SS (Subordinate/Chip Select)/GPIO10/PWM10 SPI0_MOSI (Master Output, Subordinate Input)/GPIO11/PWM11 SPI0_MISO (Master Input, Subordinate Output)/GPIO12 SPI0_CLK (Clock)/GPIO13 AREF TWI2_SDA (Data) TWI2_SCK (Clock) GPIO0/UART2 RX GPIO1/UART2 TX GPIO2 GPIO3/PWM3 GPIO4 GPIO5/PWM5 GPIO6/PWM6 GPIO7 SPI1_MISO (Master Input, Subordinate Output) +5 VDC SPI1_CLK (Clock) SPI1_MOSI (Master Output, Subordinate Input) RESET... - Page 8 (NC) IOREF RESET 3.3 VDC output 5 VDC output GPIO14 GPIO15 GPIO16 GPIO17 (Debug Port) TX (Square Pad)
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Page 9: Single-Board Computer Setup
Single-Board Computer Setup Make USB and HDMI connections before connecting power to the Single-Board Computer. If the board does not recognize your keyboard or mouse, unplug the device and plug it back in. Note: To ensure that your Single-Board Computer boots properly, use a short, heavy-gauge USB cable and a power supply that delivers at least 2 A. -
Page 10: Adjusting Screen Settings
Adjusting Screen Settings In some cases, the Ubuntu desktop may extend beyond the visible area of your monitor. To adjust the size of your desktop: 1. Open LX Terminal. 2. At the command prompt, type: sudo setwindow 95 1 0 0 3. -
Page 11: The Ubuntu Operating System
The Ubuntu Operating System Your Single-Board Computer is preloaded with the Ubuntu 12.07 operating system. Ubuntu is a robust, fully functional operating system that provides an open-source productivity suite. Terminal • Run standard Linux commands • Launch GCC to open the C/C++ compiler File browser •... -
Page 12: Re-Installing The Operating System
• Baud Rate (Speed): 115200 • All Flow Controls: Off 5. You can now access the board’s system level. Re-Installing the Operating System As you consider new projects, you may decide to restore your Single-Board Computer to its original state. To accomplish this, you may need to re-install the operating system. -
Page 13: Glossary
6. Insert a MicroSD card that contains an Ubuntu image. The TX light will begin to blink rapidly. Do NOT remove the Ubuntu image MicroSD card during this process. After the TX light stops flashing rapidly, both the RX and TX lights will blink slowly. This indicates a good image load. 7. - Page 14 Megabyte. Capacity in bytes. 1×10 bytes Flash NAND Memory Electronic non-volatile computer storage that can be electrically erased and reprogrammed. NAND-type flash memory may be written and read in blocks (or pages). Personal computer Pulse-width modulation RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (EU) SDHC Secure Digital High-Capacity memory card SDRAM...
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Page 15: Fcc Information
FCC Information This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.