ELLO 2M: A DIY Computer
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ELLO 2M is portable computer for learning to program and experimentation.The hardware is built around the popular Micromite MMbasic (PIC32MX470-120), plus a number of added small hardware extras. Three microSD drives (one internal),RF transceiver, RTC, serial NVM, buzzer, and a solder-less prototyping space built from four PGA sockets, for electronic experiments.The idea behind ELLO is not to boast with the top parameters, but to make a nice and cute, pure entry level machine.
ELLO 2M Features
- 32-bit PIC32 micro-controller 128kB of RAM PIC32MX470 or 512kb of RAM PIC32MZ/EF for "hacker" edition model
- ELLO 2M is Thin - 6.4mm total without sockets, consisting of 6 stacked PCBs.
- Prototyping space - available on ELLO Geek and above, so you can create and test your projects using ELLO.
- Real-time clock and buzzer
- Ample storage - 3 Micro-SD card slots and an internal serial FRAM for data and code storage.
- Built in RF module - which essentially emulates a wireless UART connection and also has an internal stack with ability for simple networking with similar devices. The range (by specs) is about 100 metres.
- keyboard - 2 layered keyboard to create pushable buttons, complete with optional backlighting and indicator LED.
With ELLO 2M you can
- Learn how to program in BASIC and C; more programming languages will follow soon
- Have an open field to create programs for everything; ELLO is new and your programs will be needed
- Prototype electronic circuits and control them directly from your programs
- Develop own expansion boards
- Write your own games
- Play alone or connected with friends
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