Intro Parts

Note: We won't be using the experimenter's guide in the kit. The standard circuits you'll learn in this class are different than those in the ARDX experimenter's guide. While the guide is useful, there are some circuits in it that can be built easier. We've opted for the simple versions, which you'll see in the lab tutorials on this site.

The ARDX kit

What's in the kit (image courtesy of Adafruit):

http://www.adafruit.com/images/large/ARDXv3_LRG.jpg

The NYU Computer Store carries kits to make your life easier. In it you will find enough parts to complete the basic instructions in each lab. They also carry a basic toolkit, with the minimum amount of tools you might need for the same (those tools can be handy around the house too). If you have none of your own parts or tools, purchase the basic parts kit and basic tool kit, at least.

The NYU Computer Store carries kits to make your life easier. In it you will find enough parts to complete the basic instructions in each lab. They also carry a basic toolkit, with the minimum amount of tools you might need for the same (those tools can be handy around the house too). If you have none of your own parts or tools, purchase the basic parts kit and basic tool kit, at least. Here's|what's in the kits.

If you don't want to buy a full drill bit index, you should at least pick up the following: 7/64", 1/8", 5/16", 1/4". You'll use these a lot, and to avoid other people dulling or breaking your bits, get your own. They're cheap, and it'll save you hours of aggravation.

The shop has tools you can use, but there are a few tools you should pick up for yourself. The NYU computer store carries many of these tools that do the job quite well. When you go to the bookstore to buy your kit, bring your student ID. The intro kits will be reserved for ITP students for the first few weeks of the semester.

If you don't want to buy a full drill bit index, you should at least pick up the following:

You'll use these a lot, and to avoid other people dulling or breaking your bits, get your own. They're cheap, and it'll save you hours of aggravation.

Attach_drillbit_index.jpg"drill bits"? | drill bits

screwdriver

diagonal cutter

wire stripper

needle-nose pliers

digital multimeter

The NYU computer store carries many of these tools that do the job quite well. When you go to the bookstore to buy your kit, bring your student ID. The intro kits will be reserved for ITP students for the first few weeks of the semester.

Kits supplied by adafruit

Basic Parts Kit

$90.00 as of 9/2/10

This kit includes many standard parts used in the ITP physical computing labs. It includes samples of the most common components like resistors and capacitors; just enough to get you started. It also includes a servomotor, DC motor, motor controller ICs, power connectors, and switches. There's also an Arduino microcontroller in it as well.

• 1 Arduino Duemilanove Board
• 1 Arduino Holder
• 4 Bumpers
• 2 4-40 x 3/8 machine screws
• 1 Piezo Speaker
• 1 Box
• 2 larger pushbutton
• 1 Breadboard
• 1 std pin header ˝ stick
• 1 3 pin header–servo
• 1 TIP120 transistor
• 1 8 Bit Shift Register
• 1 PhotoResistor
• 1 big Blue LED
• 10 5mm Green LED
• 10 5mm Red LED
• 2 1N4001 diode
• 1 RGB LED
• 1 Small Toy Motor
• 2 3mm Hex Nut
• 1 5 V DPDT Relay
• 3 10k Resistor
• 3 2.2k Ohm Resistor
• 25 220 ohm
• 1 Hextronics Mini Servo
• 1 9V Battery Clip
• 1 3' USB Cable
• 1 Jumper Wires x 75
• 1 tilt switch
• 1 Force Sensing Resistor(FSR) #402
• 1 DIP motor driver
• 1 10K potentiometer

Basic Tool Kit

There are a few extra tools you should pick up for yourself:

• Small 2-in-1 screwdriver
• Diagonal cutter
• Wire Stripper
• Needle Nose Plier
• Digital Multimeter

The NYU computer store carries many of these tools that do the job quite well.

Attach:arduino.jpg"Arduino module | Arduino module

http://itp.nyu.edu/physcomp/uploads/power_supply_01.jpg | DC Power Supply

Here's what's in the kit:

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Attach:kit.jpg "physical computing parts kit" | physical computing parts kit

In addition to the basic kits, they also carry a supplemental toolkit, some more interesting sensors and actuators that you might find helpful to do the more creative steps at the end of each lab.

The NYU Computer Store carries kits to make your life easier. In it you will find enough parts to complete the basic instructions in each lab. They also carry a basic toolkit, with the minimum amount of tools you might need for the same (those tools can be handy around the house too). If you have none of your own parts or tools, purchase the basic parts kit and basic tool kit, at least. Here's what's in the kits?.

 In addition to the basic kits, they also carry a supplemental toolkit, some more interesting sensors and actuators that you might find helpful to do the more creative steps at the end of each lab.  

The NYU Computer Store carries kits to make your life easier. In it you will find enough parts to complete the basic instructions in each lab. They also carry a basic toolkit, with the minimum amount of tools you might need for the same (those tools can be handy around the house too). In addition to the basic kits, they also carry a supplemental toolkit, some more interesting sensors and actuators that you might find helpful to do the more creative steps at the end of each lab.

If you have none of your own parts or tools, purchase the basic parts kit and basic tool kit, at least.

Here's what's in the kits?.

Below is a list of commonly used parts, many of which are in the kits mentioned above. If you get the kit, you'll alread have these, but if you're looking in the future, here are some alternative sources.

The NYU Computer Store carries kits to make your life easier. The intro to physical computing parts kit contains an Arduino and LEDS, resistors, transistors, breadboard, a few basic switches and sensors to complete the lab exercises. They also carry some more interesting sensors and actuators that you might find helpful to do the more creative steps at the end of each lab. They also carry a basic toolkit. If you have none of your own parts or tools, purchase the basic parts kit and basic tool kit, at least.

When you go to the bookstore to buy your kit, bring your student ID. The intro kits will be reserved for ITP students for the first few weeks of the semester.

The NYU Computer Store carries kits to make your life easier. The intro to physical computing parts kit contains an Arduino and LEDS, resistors, transistors, breadboard, a few basic switches and sensors to complete the lab exercises. They also carry some more interesting sensors and actuators that you might find helpful to do the more creative steps at the end of each lab. They also carry a basic toolkit. If you have none of your own parts or tools, purchase the basic parts kit and basic tool kit, at least.

Below is a list of commonly used parts, many of which are in the kits mentioned above.

You can buy this at Sparkfun.com or the NYU Computer store. Ask for it at the counter.

• Staples pencil boxes

This is a connector to connect your power supply to your breadboard. You should get the one that mates with whatever power supply you buy. You won't need it for the Arduino alone.

• Jameco 159610 mates with 2.1mm x 5.5mm female connectors. Available at the NYU Computer store

The Hobbico cs-61 servomotor is available at the NYU computer store.

Variable resistor find a store-bought one. The NYU computer store carries Flex sensors, which are good fun, and other sensors as well.

USB cable: available at the NYU Computer store. You'll need one of these for both programming and later, for communication.

For convenience, the NYU computer store has many of these items in stock, including a kit that contains just about everything but the Arduino.

You can buy this at Sparkfun.com.

Arduino Microcontroller module
You can buy this at Sparkfun.com. For the summer class, you'll be getting one on loan from the professor.

See the Tools list for more advanced tools.

• Diagonal Wire Cutter, Jameco 161411
• Wire stripper, 22-30 AWG, Jameco 159290
• Flat needlenose pliers, Jameco 35473
• Drillbits. These sizes are the ones you'll need most often for wood, plastic, and thin metal. Most hardware stores will carry them for less than a dollar each.

See theTools listfor more advanced tools.

See theTools listfor more advanced tools.

For convenience, the NYU computer store has many of these items in stock, including a kit that contains just about everything but the PIC.

Parts needed for Intro Physical Computing
Note that there are some parts available in the physical computing lab cabinet. This cabinet is not meant as a constant supply for physical computing students. It is a place to get things the first time, so you know what they look like before you have to order them online. If you need a last-minute LED or regulator and there's one available, it's okay to take it, but please don't hoard parts from this cabinet, and please don't count on it as your main source for parts.

PIC 18F452 Microprocessor
You can buy this at the NYU Computer Store. Tell them at the cash register you're from the physical computing class at ITP, and need a PIC 18F452. It's also available from Microchip or Digikey via mail order too.

Prototyping board:
This is what you assemble your circuits on. There are two boards that are popular in the class, one from Jameco and one from Radio Shack. Personally, I prefer the Jameco version, because I like having two rows of bus holes. The NYU computer store sells the Jameco boards as well. I recommend these boards over the Radio Shack boards, but either will do.

• Radio Shack 6" board, part no. 276-174 (1 bus row per side)
• Jameco 6" board, part no. 20722 (2 bus rows per side)

Project Box (to fit prototyping board)
This is a box to protect your project. It fits your prototyping board, and you knock holes in it for your cables to come out of. There are many options, best to pick one that your breadboard fits inside of comfortably, with room for electronic components to stick out. Tupperware with holes in it works quite well (called a "milmoe box" at ITP, in honor or Andrew Milmoe, who perfected the technique following a horrible sandwich disaster).

• Radio Shack RSU11907656
• Multiple Jameco options such as Jameco 18905

DC power supply (5-9V DC and 700-1500mA)
*Radio Shack 273-1758 (6V 800mA)

• Radio Shack 273-1667 (3-12V, 800mA)
• Multiple Jameco options such as:
  • Jameco 170245 (12V, 1000mA) Available at the NYU computer store.

5V DC Voltage Regulator (7805 regulator)
You can get this at Radio Shack, or Jameco (51262). There are also some available for use in the lab.

Clock Crystal
This provides the timing for your PIC. Available at the bookstore too. Use a 4MHz model.

• Jameco: 137832
• not available at Radio Shack

Standoffs
There are some available for use in the lab. Jameco carries these too.

Power supply connector
This is a connector to connect your power supply to your board. You should get the one that mates with whatever power supply you buy.

• Radio Shack Cat. no. 910-0908 mates with 2.1mm x 5.5mm female connectors
• Jameco 159610 mates with 2.1mm x 5.5mm female connectors.

Servomotor
The Hobbico cs-61servomotor is available at the NYU computer store.

Cable Ties available in the lab

22pF Capacitors available in the computer store

• Jameco: 15405

1K Ohm Resistors, 1/4 watt available in the lab
10K Ohm Resistors, 1/4 watt available in the lab
220 Ohm Resistors, 1/4 watt available in the lab
22K Ohm resistors, 1/4 watt available in the lab
LED's available in the lab
Switch find a store-bought one, or better yet, make your own
Variable resistor find a store-bought one. The NYU computer store carries Flex sensors, which are good fun.

Serial cable: 9-pin serial cable, available at the NYU Computer store. You'll need one of these for both programming and later, for serial communication.

9-pin D-sub female connector:

• Jameco 15780,
• Radio Shack 276-1538

Tools:
*miniature Philips/flathead screwdriver, Jameco 127271

• " Diagonal Wire Cutter, Jameco 161411

		<li>Wire stripper, 22-30 AWG, Jameco 159290
		<li>Flat needlenose pliers, Jameco 35473
		<li>Drillbits. These sizes are the ones you'll need most often for wood, plastic, and thin metal. Most hardware stores will carry them for less than a dollar each.

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