Arduino

  1. USB socket: When uploading a program to the Arduino it is done through a USB cable. The USB cable is connected to a computer and to the USB socket. The cable also provides power to the Arduino board.
  2. Reset button: When the reset button is pressed, the program uploaded to the board is restarted.
  3. On-board LED: This LED is connected to digital pin 13. You can turn the LED on or off by programming pin 13.
  4. Digital pins: You can connect digital inputs and outputs to these pins. There are 14 digital pins, numbered from 0 to 13.
  5. ON LED: This LED is turned on when the Arduino is supplied with power.
  6. Power socket: To provide the Arduino board with power you can connect a battery or adapter to the power socket. The recommended input voltage is 7-12V.
  7. TX and RX LED:s: The TX LED blinks when data is sent by the Arduino over the serial port. The RX LED blinks when the Arduino receives data over the serial port.
  8. Power and ground pins: The power pins are marked 3.3V and 5V. The ground pins are marked with GND.
  9. Analog pins: You can connect analog sensors to these pins. There are 6 analog pins numbered from A0 to A5.