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RAK19001 WisBlock Dual IO Base Board

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Product Description​

RAK19001 is a WisBlock Base board that connects WisBlock Core and WisBlock Modules. It provides the power supply and interconnection to the modules attached to it. It has one slot reserved for the WisBlock Core module, two IO slots, and six sensor slots A to F for WisBlock Modules. Also, there are two 2.54 mm pitch headers that expose all key input-output pins of the WisBlock Core that includes UART, I2C, SPI, and many IO Pins.

For convenience, there is a Type-C USB connector that is connected directly to WisBlock Core MCU’s USB port (if supported) or to a USB-UART converter depending on the WisBlock Core. The USB-C connection can be used for uploading firmware, serial communication, and charging a rechargeable battery. RAK19001 also includes a slide switch to select between rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries.

WisBlock Modules are connected to the RAK19001 WisBlock Base board via high-speed board-to-board connectors. They provide secure and reliable interconnection to ensure the signal integrity of each data bus. A set of screws are used for fixing the modules, which makes it reliable even in an environment with lots of vibrations.

Additionally, it has two user-definable LEDs, one power supply/charging indicator LED, and one user-defined button.

Product Features​

  • Flexible building block design, which enables modular functionality and expansion
  • High-speed interconnection connectors in the WisBlock Base board to ensure signal integrity
  • Multiple Headers and Modules Slots for WisBlock Modules
    • Two (2) IO slots
    • Six (6) Sensor (A to F) slots
    • All key input-output pins of WisBlock Core are exposed via headers
    • Access to various communication bus via headers: I2C, SPI, UART, and USB
    • One user-defined push button switch
  • Power supply
    • Supports both 5 V USB, 3.7 V rechargeable battery, and 3.3 to 5.5 V non-rechargeable battery as power supply
    • The power supply for the WisBlock modules boards can be controlled by the WisBlock Core modules to minimize power consumption
    • Slide switch to select between a rechargeable or non-rechargeable battery
  • Size
    • 60 x 67 mm

Prerequisites​

RAK19001 WisBlock Dual IO Base Board is easy-to-use and requires only a Type-C USB cable to start developing with the system.

warning
  • On rechargeable batteries, only 3.7-4.2 V rechargeable Li-Ion batteries are supported. Do not use other types of rechargeable batteries with the system.
  • On non-rechargeable batteries, the ideal range is 3.3 to 5.5 V.
  • Only 5 V solar panels (up to 6 V) are supported. Do not use 12 V solar panels. It will destroy the charging unit and eventually other electronic parts.