The USB-connected 8-bit PIC programmer (BL0011) enables robust microcontroller programming and debugging on a PC. It supports programming languages like Assembly, C, and Flowcode, with a free download option for the mLoader tool to program the PIC on the board.
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:BL0117The E-blocks2 Prototype Board (BL0117) provides an array of standard 2.54mm pitch holes which can be used to solder electronics onto the E-blocks board permanently. The board is also supplied with a small breadboard, allowing for temporary electronics to be created and tested with the E-blocks2 system.
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Item Number:BL0145The E-blocks2 Switch x 8 (BL0145) is a valuable tool allowing you to control what is happening in the system. The switches are push to make and active high, meaning the voltage to the microcontroller port pins is low when the switch is not pressed and high when the switch is pressed.
