Microchip ATIO1-XPRO I/O1 Xplained Pro Extension Board
Description
SPIDER Automation Microchip ATIO1-XPRO I/O1 Xplained Pro Extension Board is an advanced accessory module engineered to expand the capabilities of Atmel and Microchip Xplained Pro evaluation platforms. Designed for rapid prototyping and sensor integration, it delivers complete environmental monitoring tools right out of the box.
The board integrates an ambient light sensor coupled with PWM filtering into an ADC channel, a high-precision temperature sensor with onboard EEPROM storage, and an SPI-interfaced microSD card holder. Shipped complete with a 2GB MicroSD card, it provides everything engineers need to test data-logging workflows, human-machine interface indicators, and serial communication loops without external wiring.
Key Features
- Xplained Pro Extension Standard: Direct mechanical and electrical compatibility with standard Xplained Pro MCU boards.
- Ambient Light Sensor: Features an onboard light detection circuit with PWM signal filtering routed straight into an ADC channel.
- Temperature Sensor with EEPROM: Provides precise thermal readings alongside non-volatile memory storage.
- MicroSD Card Interface: High-speed SPI communication bus connected to an onboard MicroSD card holder.
- Included Storage Media: Comes packaged with a 2GB MicroSD card for immediate data logging and file system execution.
- UART Loopback Support: Dedicated UART loopback interface accessible via standard pin headers for communication testing.
- Spare GPIO Access: Unassigned general-purpose input/output pins broken out on standard 100mil pitch headers.
- PWM LED Control: Integrated visual indicators controlled via pulse-width modulation for status monitoring.
Benefits
- Instant Plug-and-Play Setup: Standardized extension header eliminates complex breadboarding and wiring mistakes.
- Comprehensive Data Logging: Combines mass storage with dual environmental sensors for complete telemetry testing.
- Ecosystem Flexibility: Fully supported by Microchip development software and standard board drivers.
Applications
- Environmental Monitoring Systems: Testing temperature and light variations in smart-home or industrial prototypes.
- Data Logging Instruments: Building standalone data-acquisition nodes using the included 2GB MicroSD card.
- Embedded Firmware Development: Validating SPI communication, ADC signal filtering, and UART loops.
- IoT Edge Device Prototyping: Simulating real-world sensor nodes for low-power connected applications.
- Educational & R&D Labs: Practical teaching platform for microcontroller peripheral integration and sensor interfacing.
- Automation & Control Testing: Evaluating PWM control loops and status LED feedback mechanisms.
Package Includes
- 1 x MICROCHIP Expansion Board (I/O1 Xplained Pro)
- 1 x 2GB MicroSD Card
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand / Model | SPIDER Automation / Microchip ATIO1-XPRO |
| Item Type | Microcontroller Expansion Board / Extension Kit |
| Silicon Manufacturer | Atmel / Microchip Technology |
| Core Sub-Architecture | AVR / Xplained Pro Platform Compatible |
| Onboard Sensors | Ambient Light Sensor, Temperature Sensor w/ EEPROM |
| Storage Interface | MicroSD Card Holder (SPI Bus) with 2GB Card Included |
| Communication & I/O | UART Loopback, PWM LED Control, Filtered ADC Inputs, Spare GPIOs |
| Shipping Net Weight | 0.03 kg |
| Package Shipping Dimensions | 9 cm × 8 cm × 3 cm |
