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How to install and use the Raspberry Pi Camera Module
In this step by step guide we will explain how to install the Raspberry Pi Camera Module, along with how to take pictures and videos with it. Camera Module Hardware...
How to use a Rotary Encoder with the Raspberry Pi
In this simple tutorial we will be showing you how to wire up your rotary encoder and how to use some python code to interact with it. Lets start with...
How to Replace the Raspberry Pi Camera Cable
The Raspberry Pi Camera Module comes fully assembled with a 15-Way 150mm flat cable that plugs directly in the Raspberry Pi CSI port. Unfortunately the included cable is quite fragile,...
How to use the MCP23017 Port Expander with the Raspberry Pi
The Raspberry Pi is a great device with a load of I/O’s; but sometimes it’s just not enough! If you need more I/O's than the Pi can deliver, then there...
How to give your Raspberry Pi a Static IP Address - UPDATE
This tutorial will show you how to set a static IP address on your Raspberry Pi with the release of Raspbian Jessie. At the time of writing, the latest release...
How to Format "Dead" SD Cards!
Most SD cards are shockproof, waterproof, bulletproof and explosion-proof, and will likely survive Armageddon. However, somehow we manage to corrupt SD cards via the Raspberry Pi on a weekly basis!...
How to drive an LCD display using the Raspberry Pi
In this tutorial we'll take you through how to connect a 16x2 LCD display up to your Raspberry Pi using GPIO pins. Being able to display a message on the...
How do I power my Raspberry Pi?
We offer a range of different development boards, which all require slightly different power sources using different connectors. Some are very stringent in their required input; for example, the latest Raspberry Pi...
How to Change the Default Account Username and Password
By default your Raspberry Pi comes with an account 'pi' with the password 'raspberry'. For security reasons it's probably a good idea to change the password, but you may also...
How to add new users and add users to groups on your Raspberry Pi
If multiple people are using the same Raspberry Pi you may want to add new users so each person has their own user account. Adding a new user is simple...
HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Range Sensor on the Raspberry Pi
In previous tutorials we've outlined temperature sensing, PIR motion controllers and buttons and switches, all of which can plug directly into the Raspberry Pi's GPIO ports. The HC-SR04 ultrasonic range...
GPIO and Python (9/9) - PIR
In this project you will learn how to wire and program a passive infrared sensor. Things you will need: Raspberry Pi + SD Card Keyboard + Mouse Monitor + HDMI...
