Description

This kit comes with controller board UNO PLUS, AlphaBot robotic platform (line tracking, obstacle avoidance, speed measuring, IR control), ultrasonic sensor, Bluetooth module, and a versatile Arduino accessory shield.

While utilizing UNO PLUS as controller board, this kit is based on the Arduino software/hardware open source platform. Combined with the modular design, it's an ideal platform to get started with Arduino robot.

UNO PLUS Features

UNO PLUS is a development board compatible with the Arduino UNO R3, an improved & enhanced alternative solution for Arduino UNO R3.

UNO PLUS Vs UNO R3：

	UNO PLUS	UNO R3	Remarks
Operating voltage	5V/3.3V	5V	Dual voltage level to support more shields
Reset	Lateral	Vertical	Lateral button is easier to use when connecting with shield
Bootloader switch	Yes	None	The board can be configured to run program immediately when power-up by the switch
USB connector	Micro USB	USB Type B	Micro connector is more commonly used, and shields won't be blocked anymore while connecting
DC jack	Low profile	Normal height	Shields won't be blocked anymore while connecting
Power output header	Yes	None	Providing 5V/3.3V power output OR common-grounding with other boards
3.3V power output	800mA Max	150mA Max	UNO PLUS features higher driving capability
Oscillator	Crystal oscillator	Ceramic resonator	Crystal oscillator is suit for applications where accurate clock reference is required
ADC channel	8	6	CFG used as ADC6 by configuration, and ADC7 from the Reserved PIN
Connecting with prototype breadboard	Supported	Not supported	Solder pads is provided for DIY interfaces to connecting with prototype breadboard
USB driver	Compatible with all main systems	Doesn't compatible with WIN7/WIN8 Express Edition	Driver will never failed to install thanks to the onboard FT232
Firmware fixing	Supported	Not supported	Firmware can be fixed by using the onboard FT232, no extra programmer is needed

AlphaBot Features

Raspberry Pi/Arduino interfaces, works with either one separately, or both
Arduino extend header, supports Arduino shields
Modular design, plug-and-play modules like line tracking, obstacle avoidance, speed measuring, etc. eliminating the trouble of connecting mess wires.
LM298P motor driver with diode protection circuit, more safety
LM2596 voltage regular, provides stable 5V power to the Raspberry Pi/Arduino
TLC1543 AD acquisition chip, allows the Pi to use analog sensors

Accessory Shield integrates common used accessories/components listed as follows :

Joystick (5 directions)
Adjustable potentiometer
Buzzer
RGB LED
Temperature sensor
3-axis digital accelerometer
High precision RTC
0.96inch OLED
XBee interface

ATMEGA328P-AU
AMS1117-3.3 : 3.3V voltage regulator
NCP1117ST50T3G : 5V voltage regulator
FT232RL : USB to UART convertor
Arduino interface

compatible with standard Arduino interface with two additional analog inputs A6 (config the CFG), A7
solder pads provided, supports prototype breadboard

ICSP interface
MICRO USB connector : for uploading program OR serial port debugging
Power output header : 3.3V OR 5V, voltage level configured by the onboard power configuration switch, used as power output OR common-grounding with other boards
FT232 pins : for burning Bootloader into the microcontroller
DC input : 7V ~ 12V
Reset button
Power indicator
Serial port Rx/Tx indicator
User LED
Power configuration switch : for configuring the operating voltage
Bootloader selection switch

turn ON : the board will reset when power-up OR other USB devices were detected connecting to the PC
turn OFF : the onboard program runs immediately when power-up, and the board will not reset when other USB devices were detected connecting to the PC

1. Raspberry Pi interface: for connecting Raspberry Pi

2. Arduino interface: for connecting Arduino

3. Motor interface

4. Ultrasonic module interface

5. Servo module interface

6. Obstacle avoidance module interface

7. Speed measuring interface

8. Battery holder: supports 18650 batteries

9. Reserved power input (not soldered): for connecting other external power supply

10. Arduino expansion header: for connecting Arduino shields

11. UART interface: for connecting Bluetooth module, to control the robot remotely via Bluetooth

12. SPI interface: for connecting NRF24L01 wireless module

13. Line tracking module interface

14. TLC1543: 10-bit AD acquisition chip, allows the Pi to use analog sensors

15. LM298P: dual H bridge motor driver chip, up to 2A current

16. Anti-reverse diode

17. Power switch

18. LM2596: 5V regulator

19. Power indicator

20. UART switch: turn on to enable serial communication between Raspberry Pi and Arduino

21. IR receiver: control the robot remotely via infrared

22. Raspberry Pi/Arduino selection: select the Raspberry Pi or Arduino to control the robot peripherals