{"product_id":"esplora-joystick-photosensitive-sensorsupport-lcd","title":"ESPLORA Joystick Photosensitive Sensor Board Compatible with Arduino (Supports LCD)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18.72px;\"\u003eESPLORA Joystick Photosensitive Sensor Board Compatible with Arduino\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eESPLORA Joystick Photosensitive Sensor Board\u003c\/strong\u003e is an \u003cstrong\u003eArduino-compatible microcontroller board\u003c\/strong\u003e derived from the \u003cstrong\u003eArduino Leonardo\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike traditional Arduino boards, the Esplora integrates a wide range of \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in sensors and outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing users to create interactive projects without needing additional electronic components. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed for users who want to get started with Arduino quickly, without first learning complex electronics. With its ready-to-use onboard sensors, the Esplora is ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eeducation, interactive installations, games, and human–machine interface projects\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe ESPLORA board includes onboard \u003cstrong\u003esound and light outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e along with multiple \u003cstrong\u003einput sensors\u003c\/strong\u003e such as a joystick, slider, temperature sensor, accelerometer, microphone, and light sensor. It also supports expansion through \u003cstrong\u003eTinkerKit connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eTFT display socket\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePowered by the \u003cstrong\u003eATmega32U4 AVR microcontroller\u003c\/strong\u003e running at \u003cstrong\u003e16 MHz\u003c\/strong\u003e, the board features native USB support and can act as a \u003cstrong\u003ekeyboard, mouse, or virtual serial device\u003c\/strong\u003e. A reset push button is located on the upper-left corner of the board.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eStatus LEDs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds ls-n\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eON (Green):\u003c\/strong\u003e Indicates power supply status\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL (Yellow):\u003c\/strong\u003e Connected to microcontroller pin 13\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRX (Yellow):\u003c\/strong\u003e USB data receiving indicator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTX (Yellow):\u003c\/strong\u003e USB data transmitting indicator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eOnboard Inputs \u0026amp; Outputs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds ls-n\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnalog joystick with X and Y axes and center push button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 push buttons arranged in a diamond layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinear potentiometer slider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicrophone for ambient sound level detection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight sensor for brightness measurement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature sensor for ambient temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-axis accelerometer (X, Y, Z)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuzzer capable of producing square-wave tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRGB LED with red, green, and blue elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × TinkerKit input connectors (3-pin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 × TinkerKit output connectors (3-pin)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTFT \/ SPI expansion connector for LCD, SD card, or SPI devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eAnalog Multiplexer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTo support the large number of onboard sensors, the ESPLORA uses an \u003cstrong\u003eanalog multiplexer\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows a single analog input pin of the microcontroller to be shared across multiple sensors (except the accelerometer). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour additional microcontroller pins are used to select which sensor channel is active.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eCommunication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds ls-n\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative USB communication via ATmega32U4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppears as a virtual COM port (CDC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-speed USB 2.0 device support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports SPI communication through SPI library\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan emulate USB keyboard and mouse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRX and TX LEDs indicate USB data activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eProgramming\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds ls-n\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgrammable using Arduino IDE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003e“Esplora”\u003c\/strong\u003e from Tools \u0026gt; Board menu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-installed bootloader (AVR109 protocol)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo external programmer required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports ICSP programming via ICSP header\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated Esplora library for simplified sensor and output access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eAutomatic Reset \u0026amp; Bootloader\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe ESPLORA supports \u003cstrong\u003esoftware-controlled reset\u003c\/strong\u003e. When the virtual serial port is opened at \u003cstrong\u003e1200 baud\u003c\/strong\u003e and then closed, the board automatically resets and enters bootloader mode for approximately 8 seconds. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bootloader can also be initiated manually using the onboard reset button. On power-up, the board runs the user sketch directly if one is present.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003eUSB Overcurrent Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe board includes a \u003cstrong\u003eresettable polyfuse\u003c\/strong\u003e to protect your computer’s USB port. If current exceeds \u003cstrong\u003e500 mA\u003c\/strong\u003e, the fuse temporarily disconnects the board until the overload condition is removed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003ePhysical Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds ls-n\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGamepad-style layout for intuitive interaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum PCB length: 6.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum PCB width: 2.4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB and TinkerKit connectors extend beyond PCB edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour mounting holes for enclosure or surface mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_info\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"sing--sub-heading\"\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"p_info\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pro-ds ls-n\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × ESPLORA Joystick Photosensitive Sensor Board Compatible with Arduino\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB cable is NOT included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KitsGuru","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40708860838069,"sku":"KG096","price":1499.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2130\/4757\/files\/ESPLORA_Joystick_Photosensitive_Sensor_Board_1.jpg?v=1768549486","url":"https:\/\/kitsguru.com\/de\/products\/esplora-joystick-photosensitive-sensorsupport-lcd","provider":"KitsGuru","version":"1.0","type":"link"}