Littlebits Cloudbit User Manual

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MODULES
USB POWER p3 CLOUDBIT w20
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All your circuits need to start with this USB The cloudBit is the easiest way to create
power module. Plug your USB power into internet -connected devices. Now you can
the wall with the included micro USB cable Snap the Internet to Anything! Retrofit your
and power adapter. thermostat to control it remotely, or invent a
sound-triggered alarm system that texts you
alerts–the possibilities are endless.
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SOUND TRIGGER i20 THRESHOLD i23
The sound trigger listens to the noise level in The threshold compares the signal coming
your room, and sends an on signal when the into the modules' input connector to a voltage
volume goes over a certain threshold. You you set with the knob. If the input voltage is
can make that target level louder or softer greater than the selected voltage, the output
using the included screwdriver. Use it with the is set to 5V (high). Use it to make any sensor
cloudBit to receive a notification every time module into a trigger module.
your dog barks at home.
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SPLIT w19 BUTTON i3
The split module sends a single signal along The button module is a classic: big, round, and
two paths to other modules. You can use it springy for comfortable pressing! Push it to turn
like a wire module if you ignore one of the your creation on, and release it to turn it off. Use
output bitSnaps. it with the cloudBit to make an SMS doorbell.
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LIGHT SENSOR i13 BRIGHT LED o14
The light sensor measures how much light is The bright LEd (or "light-emitting diode") puts
shining on it. It has two modes: "light" and out a lot of bright white light. Just like our
"dark." In "light" mode, the more light the other LEd modules it's a great way to shed
sensor receives, the higher the signal it sends some light on your creations, or use it in your
out. In "dark" mode, it's just the opposite–the circuits for instant visual feedback.
signal increases as light decreases.
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30 SECOND QUICK START GUIDE
TRY THIS SAMPLE CIRCUIT
USB power button bright LED
1 2 3
Plug USB cable Pink modules Green modules
into USB power affect modules DO somethin.
module. AFTER them.
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SET UP yOUR CLOUDBIT
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CoNNECT To wI-fI
There is a quick, one-time set-up process where Magnetic
USB wi-fi
we'll guide you through connecting the cloudBit bitSnap
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Adapter
to the local wi-fi network via any smart phone
or computer. Then you'll be ready to create
your own internet-connected devices!
littleBits.cc/cloudstart
CPU (runs Linux)
Use the micro SD
card adapter wth
your computer
Display degrees in
Celsius or Fahrenheit
Four play modes:
"Once", "Loop",
"Next" & "All"
MP3 PLAyER i25 TEMPERATURE SENSOR i 1 2
Add music and sound effects to your next The temperature sensor outputs a voltage
project with the mp3 player! Just load your mp3 between 0V and 5V based on the ambient
files onto the provided micro SD card. Sending a temperature surrounding the module. Place it
signal to the mp3 player can make it work as an before the number module (in "value" mode)
audio player or sampler. Toggle between two to see the current temperature. Note: It may
volume levels by pressing both the forward and take several minutes to calibrate to the
back buttons simultaneously. Audio guide with accurate temperature.
detailed info included on the microSd card.
Four modes: "Read
(value & volts)" &
"Count (up or down)"
SyNTH SPEAKER o24 NUMBER o21
The synth speaker amplifies your sonic The number module features a two-digit,
explorations! You can control the volume seven-segment LEd display. In the "read"
with a dial at the front of the module. It also modes, the module displays information
features an output jack that you can connect about the signal it's receiving. In the "count"
to headphones, an amplifier, or a computer. modes, the module counts up or down with
each trigger. The counter can be reset by
receiving a high signal at the reset bitSnap.
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LEARN LITTLEBITS BASICS
EVERYTHINg YoU NEEd To kNow To gET STARTEd
circuits in seconds
order is important
1 3
Power Modules always come first and
Color-coded and instantaneous. what usually
requires days to breadboard will only take Input Modules only affect the Output
seconds to make. Modules that come after them.
color-coded magnet magic
2 4
Modules are grouped into four categories: The magnets just snap, you can never make
POWER (blue) is needed at the start of a mistake. No wiring, no soldering, no
every circuit. programming (unless you wANT to!).
INPUT (pink) modules accept input from
you or the environment and send signals
to the modules that follow.
OUTPUT (green) modules do something–
light up, buzz, move...
WIRE (orange) modules expand your reach
and change direction.
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TRy THIS CLOUDBIT CIRCUIT
MAkE YoUR fIRST INTERNET-CoNNECTEd dEVICE
Status wireless lighting
LEd Turn your home lighting on remotely from anywhere in the world!
Setup
Button USB
power cloudBit IR transmitter
MicroSd Card
(underside)
1 2 3
Make this circuit Plug lamp into AC Press button on
as shown. switch and AC switch mobile phone
into wall.
SERVO o1 1 IR TRANSMITTER o18
The servo is an adjustable motor that can The IR transmitter sends a short pulse of
swing back and forth! It has two modes: in modulated infrared light. Use it to wirelessly
"turn" mode, the input from other modules activate the AC switch to turn appliances like
determines the position of the arm. In "swing" a lamp or coffee maker on and off! Note:
mode, the servo will move back and forth on Make sure there is a clear path between the
its own–the input controls the speed. Use it to IR transmitter and the AC switch.
open your curtains.
ADHESIVE SHOES (6) a7 AC SWITCH a3
Secure your circuit with
shoes! Simply press the feet
of your circuit into the holes
of the shoes and stick the
shoes to a surface. Adhesive
backing is one-time use only.
MOUNTING BOARDS (2) a9 USB POWER ADAPTER a14
The mounting board keeps
your circuit intact so you can
move it around with ease
or mount it on your wall!
Simply press the feet of your
circuit into the holes.
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AC switch lamp
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Make sure there is a clear path
between the IR transmitter and
the AC switch.
The AC Switch is an IR
controlled electrical socket.
Use it with the IR transmitter
to remotely turn on or off
anything that plugs into a
standard outlet. Note: works
with devices that use up to 15A.
Connect your USB power
module to the power
adapter and cable to power
permanent creations! The
adapter is designed for US
electrical outlets only.
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