The best of Arduino combined in a single programming board: check out this SparkFun RedBoard, which can be programmed using the Arduino IDE and a simple USB connection!
Each Arduino board has its own strengths and weaknesses, but the RedBoard is the only one that combines the simplicity of the Arduino UNO bootloader, compatibility with the UNO R3 shield and the versatility of the FTDI chip used on the much-missed Arduino Duemilanove. And lo, the Arduino IDE programmable SparkFun RedBoard was born! In concrete terms, simply connect it with a mini-B USB cable to begin programming your microcontroller in the Arduino environment. The Arduino IDE can be downloaded free of charge from our resources section. The little bonus that will make you even happier? The board offers the SDA, SCL and IOREF pins found also on the UNO R3, making your RedBoard compatible with all future shields designed for the R3.
Numerous ports, numerous possibilities
This Arduino board allows you to connect lots of modules and peripherals thanks to its digital, analogue, UART and PWM ports and ISP header for in-system programming, all gifts that hackers will adore!
The SparkFun RedBoard can be powered by USB or using its jack socket, and handles supply voltages between 7 and 15 Vdc.
The SparkFun RedBoard microcontroller - product showcase
Technical specifications of the SparkFun RedBoard microcontroller
ATmega328 microcontroller with Optiboot (UNO) bootloader
USB programming facilitated by the FTDI FT231X chip
Input voltage: 7–15V
0–5V outputs with 3.3V compatible inputs
14 digital I/O pins (6 PWM outputs)
6 analogue inputs
1 ISP header
32K flash memory
Clock speed: 16 MHz
R3 shield compatible
Resources for the SparkFun Arduino board
You’ll find all the documentation you need below to become a SparkFun RedBoard whizz!
The best of Arduino combined in a single programming board: check out this SparkFun RedBoard, which can be programmed using the Arduino IDE and a simple USB connection!