The E-blocks upstream to E-blocks2 downstream connector (BL0113) is useful if you already have a 1st Generation E-blocks programmer board that you want to use with the new E-blocks2 peripheral boards.
E-Blocks2
E-blocks2 is the latest generation of microcontroller boards from Matrix. With over 30 boards available, the E-blocks2 range includes upstream and downstream boards, as well as cost-saving bundles, all of which allow you to build a complete system in a matter of minutes.
The E-blocks2 system is ideal for everyone, from those learning in an educational environment to engineers in the industrial world. The use of E-blocks is well supported with complementary ranges of software (including PIC, dsPIC, ARM and AVR Arduino IDE, Flowcode), and support for Grove® sensors. Technical support is available from our dedicated team through forums.
Arduino
If you are looking for a way to work with the Arduino microcontroller environment, but you're looking for a system that gives you curriculum, support, training opportunities, and a software environment that engages its users, then E-blocks2 is for you. Integration with Flowcode is seamless, and the ability to allow users to conduct simulation of designs, advanced test, debugging of their systems, and many other benefits is awe-inspiring.
Education
Although boasting industry-standard features, E-blocks2 is designed primarily for learners and educators. Our kits, supplied alongside a free curriculum, are perfect for delivering microcontroller system teaching across various platforms, including those delivering PIC and Arduino system development. The design and manufacture of our boards allow them to last longer in the demands of educational labs. Further releases of E-block 2 in the coming months will see the educational appeal of the range grow further.
Ghost Technology
In Flowcode 7.3 onwards, auto ID lets you see the E-block2 boards connected in the console window. In-Circuit-Debugging, allows users to set or clear breakpoints and debug systems whilst simulation is live, and in-circuit-test can be seen on the data recorder and oscilloscope windows in Flowcode. The Oscilloscope is useful for recurring signals where you can set a repeating trigger and inspect a part of a waveform in isolation. The Data Recorder is useful for comparing multiple signals over time.
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Item Number:BL0127Included on the E-blocks2 Actuators board (BL0127) is a DC motor with both analogue and digital feedback, a servo motor and a stepper motor plus the circuitry to drive the motors.
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Item Number:BL0169The E-blocks2 Alphanumeric LCD Board (BL0169) provides a 20 x 4 character alphanumeric display compatible with the standard HD44780 type displays.
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Item Number:BL0055The USB-connected Arduino Shield (BL0055) serves as a robust microcontroller programming and debugging platform for PC. It's compatible with programming languages like Assembly, C, Arduino IDE, and Flowcode, offering versatile options for users.
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Item Number:BL0086The E-blocks2 AVR Programmer (BL0086) supports multiple languages: Assembly, C, Arduino IDE, and Flowcode. It uses the mLoader tool for programming. Equipped with an ATMEGA328P microcontroller, it conveniently connects port pins through E-blocks2 sockets. Power can be supplied externally or via micro USB.
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Item Number:BL0114The flexible downstream board (BL0114) is perfect for learning and projects. It's compatible with any upstream E-blocks2 programmer, enabling exploration of multiple technologies on a single board.
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Item Number:BL0032The 16-bit PIC programmer (BL0032) can be used with various programming languages including Assembly, C and Flowcode. To program the dsPIC on the board a free tool called mLoader is available.
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Item Number:BL0138The E-blocks2 Keypad board (BL0138) is a useful tool as it allows you to enter numeric and textual data into the embedded system. The switches are all push to make type and read by controlling the logic level of the columns and reading back the state of the rows.
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Item Number:BL0167The E-blocks2 LED board (BL0167) allows you to indicate what is happening or the ongoing real-time status of the system. LEDs can be driven digitally using on or off-output states or an analog way using pulse width modulation (PWM) techniques.
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Item Number:BL0080The 8-bit microcontroller multi-programmer connects to a PC via USB to provide you with a powerful microcontroller and debugging platform.
