Raspberry Pi GPIO Multi-function Expansion Board Documentation
The Raspberry Pi GPIO Multi-function Expansion Board is a versatile add-on module designed for Raspberry Pi 4B, 3B, and 3B+ models. This board provides a convenient way to expand the GPIO capabilities of your Raspberry Pi, making it an ideal solution for various IoT projects. The board features a fixed screw nylon column jumper cap, allowing for secure and reliable connections.
Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4B, 3B, and 3B+ models
40-pin GPIO header with screw terminal blocks for easy connection
Supports multiple functions, including digital input/output, analog input, I2C, SPI, and UART
Fixed screw nylon column jumper cap for secure connections
Breadboard-friendly design for easy prototyping
The following diagram illustrates the pinout of the Raspberry Pi GPIO Multi-function Expansion Board:
```
+---------------------------------------+
| Raspberry Pi |
| (40-pin GPIO header) |
+---------------------------------------+
|
|
v
+---------------------------------------+
| Screw Terminal Blocks | Function |
| (40-pin) | |
+---------------------------------------+
| 1 | GND | Ground |
| 2 | 3V3 | 3.3V Power |
| 3 | 2 | SDA (I2C) |
| 4 | 5 | SCL (I2C) |
| 5 | 4 | GPIO 4 (SPI) |
| 6 | GND | Ground |
| 7 | 15 | GPIO 15 (UART) |
| 8 | 16 | GPIO 16 (UART) |
| 9 | 3V3 | 3.3V Power |
| 10 | 18 | GPIO 18 (SPI) |
| 11 | GND | Ground |
...
| 40 | GND | Ground |
+---------------------------------------+
```
Code Examples
### Example 1: Using the Expansion Board with Python
In this example, we will use the Raspberry Pi GPIO Multi-function Expansion Board to read analog input from a potentiometer connected to the board. We will use the `RPi.GPIO` library in Python to interact with the GPIO pins.
Raspberry Pi 4B/3B/3B+
Raspberry Pi GPIO Multi-function Expansion Board
Potentiometer (connected to the board's analog input pins)
Breadboard and jumper wires
Python Code
```python
import RPi.GPIO as GPIO
import time
# Set up GPIO mode
GPIO.setmode(GPIO.BCM)
# Define the analog input pin
analog_input_pin = 17
# Set up the analog input pin as an input
GPIO.setup(analog_input_pin, GPIO.IN)
while True:
# Read the analog input value (0-1023)
analog_value = GPIO.input(analog_input_pin)
print("Analog Input Value:", analog_value)
time.sleep(0.1)
```
### Example 2: Using the Expansion Board with I2C
In this example, we will use the Raspberry Pi GPIO Multi-function Expansion Board to communicate with an I2C device, such as an LCD display. We will use the `smbus` library in Python to interact with the I2C bus.
Raspberry Pi 4B/3B/3B+
Raspberry Pi GPIO Multi-function Expansion Board
I2C device (e.g., LCD display)
Breadboard and jumper wires
Python Code
```python
import smbus
# Set up the I2C bus
bus = smbus.SMBus(1)
# Define the I2C device address
device_address = 0x27
# Write a command to the I2C device
bus.write_byte(device_address, 0x01)
# Read data from the I2C device
data = bus.read_byte(device_address)
print("Received Data:", data)
```
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the Raspberry Pi GPIO Multi-function Expansion Board and its ability to interface with various devices and protocols. The board's screw terminal blocks provide a secure and reliable connection, making it an ideal solution for IoT projects.