Questions tagged [wiring]
Items referring to physical wiring. For question to the wiringPi library use the tag wiringPi.
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Proximity sensor reads not working
I'm trying to read output from NPN proximity sensor: but from the GPIO pin I don't read any state change: unfortunately I can't read anything from it cause it seems to fluctuate even if I set the pull ...
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Using single 5V relay module (jqc-3ff-s-z) - Asking for help
I have a developer background missing the electronics background. I read some threads with great interest:
Using single 5V relay (jqc-3ff-s-z) - safety advice required
and
5V relay (jqc-3ff-s-z)
I ...
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making a DC motor spin both ways
I week ago, I got my raspberry pi, connected it to a DC motor, and made the DC motor spin using python.
now, I'm trying to get the motor spinning both ways. I have tried but failed. What is the best ...
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How to wire an electromagnetic lock to my raspberry pi
I am trying to build an RFID controlled electronic lock using my raspberry pi 4.
I am still brand new to robotics and so far have only been able to turn a LED on and off.
I bought the following ...
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how to wire up a 12V solenoid valve without alligator clips [closed]
I have got a very beginner question.
I am building an irrigation system and so I need to use a 12V solenoid valve.
My question is as follows:
Given the following valve and in particular the contacts (...
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coin acceptor location instability (electricity)
i'm a software developer and a noob in electronics. I've built a photobooth for a friend of mine that runs by an ice cream stand.
The wiring is like this;
Coin acceptor | --> signal --> voltage ...
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ST7789 Display on Raspberry PI 3
I just got an ST7789 240x240 display and i can't get it to work with my PI.
i'm using this library: https://github.com/DjamesSuhanko/Python_ST7789
i installed all the python dependency's
When i ...
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Raspberry Pi GPIO and Relay Newbie Learning Problem
I'm a beginner with electrical circuits right now, so I apologize if this might sound a little riduclous.
Let's say if I have a switch device that's controlled by two wires. Can I use a Raspberry Pi ...
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GPIO Output Pin Reverse Current/Higher Voltage
I have a device with a built in voltage divider and opto-isolator. I need to send a pulse to from the RPi GPIO output to the input pin in the circuit.
The output from the optic-isolator goes to an ...
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Is this the correct way to connect this set of components (gardening application)
The project is one where I want to monitor and log
Soil pH
Soil moisture
Room Temp
Room Humidity
Shown in the diagram are:
Capacitive soil moisture detector 3.3-5.5V
link
ADC1115 to convert soil ...
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Is it safe to use 3V3 on raspberry pi 3B+ to control a 3V DC motor?
I want to connect power to a 3V DC motor straight from 3v3 GPIO. Is it safe or will I brick my Pi 3B+ ?
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RPi.GPIO + single channel relay + solenoid lock
I'm working on my first python/hardware project and I want to create a simple (or at least I thought it was simple) cabinet lock, which will lock/unlock when certain RFID tags are approached to the ...
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128x64 LCD install to Pi Zero W
This is my first Rasp project, so please be understanding. I have Raspberry Pi Zero W and 128*64 dot china LCD. I do not have any program done for the screen yet.
When start my Rasp only backlight ...
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Need Help with Controlling Some LEDs with a Raspberry Pi
I'm mainly trying to follow this guide here in order to connect some LEDs to a Raspberry Pi. I've read other guides as well, but this link is where I got the majority of my setup done. I've never used ...
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(Wiring) RPi 4B laptop keyboard
NOTE: Not that I've chosen a few wired keyboards, I'll accept an answer that explains HOW to (easily) wire a keybard to the pi - it cannot obstruct the use of a small fan powered by the GPIO.
I'm ...
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Need help powering a raspberry pi thermostat using 24v power from the unit. I have it working plugged in usb
I have a raspberry pi thermostat that is plugged in through USB. Dealing with this voltage I don't want to "try and see what happens". My current setup is the Pi is powering the relay module through ...
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Wiring GPIO pins to press hardware button on USB MOUSE
i have soldered out buttons and replaced them with wired in USB mouse.
Mouse itself is connected to device. Is it possible to wire those cables to GPIO in Raspberry PI model 2.
And control clicks via ...
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How can I get the image recorded from a rear-view camera?
I have a rear-view camera (NAVITEL MR250) which I use everyday. I got into image processing and I thought a good personal project would be to create a "self-driving car" (Quotation marks because I ...
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Can I safely add a switch between a fan connected to power/ground?
I've just got a small 5V fan for my Pi, but it is very loud, and I'd like to be able to switch it on/off.
Currently, the fan is just wired to 5V power and ground.
I know that I can use the GPIO pins ...
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Rpi GPIO Controlling 5V Relay Problem
I am working on a project that requires a camera analyzing some images and activating the appropriate GPIOs to control a relay board. I currently have a touchscreen display, a Raspberry Pi Cam ...
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Rpi to Arduino Serial UART Communication Tutorial
I'm trying to connect my Arduino to my Raspberry Pi using the GPIO pins. I understand that the Pi uses a 3.3V signal while the Arduino uses a 5V signal so I bought a bi-directional logic level ...
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Multiple SDA/SCL | Getting 16x32 RGB LED to work with MCP23017?
I am close to completing a device which will have a 16x32 led matrix as well as quite a few lights/buttons/sensors. All these lights and sensors go through an MCP23017.
I am using the Adafruit led ...
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Motor-Potientiometer read and write, additional power source
I want to get and set values for a motor potentioneter ALPS RK16812MG from a raspberry pi. I found a similar approach here however, the answers in that forum suggest a different wiring with an ...
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Connecting Raspberry Pi to old found TFT display
I have an old car DVD player sitting around that has a fairly decent secondary TFT LCD screen (hannstar 721h440b19-a1) that I thought I could use with my Raspberry Pi 3 Model B.
I opened up the unit,...
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How can I wire a Raspberry Pi to an 8-relay board in a tidy professional manner?
I want to connect a Raspberry Pi to an 8-relay board, such as this one.
Together with ground and power this amounts to ten wires. One option to connect the two is by using female to female jumper ...
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DS18B20 device not showing
Things I've tried:
Replacing the DS18B20 twice (First one was a different brand than the other 2)
Using:
modprobe -r -a w1 w1-therm
modprobe w1 pullup=1
modprobe w1-therm strong_pullup=1
Checking ...
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Creating jumper leads from ethernet cables - connect multiple components
I've bought some crimpers and a dupont connection kit and I'm planning on reusing some old cat5 ethernet cables I have.
Is it reasonable to connect two devices to the RPi via the 8 wires in the cat5 ...
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How to use Solenoid Lock 12V DC
I'm new to this, and I can't see how to control a solenoid lock using raspberry (The wirings). I have an 8x AA Battery pack which is wired to output 12V. I don't know where to connect the black and ...
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Controlling button on YwRobot with Raspberry Pi
I am obviously new to Raspberry and Stack, but would be great if community can advice.
My setup is the following:
- YwRobot 545043 power supply (controller) connected to the breadboard and to the ...
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Do I need a resistor to wire my Pi Zero directly to a power source?
I want to connect my Pi Zero directly to a 5V 10amp power adapter (shown below) which in turn connects to a wall outlet. I know that with LEDs you can't just connect it directly to the power source ...
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How to connect more I2C sensors on top of a RPI shield
I'm struggling with a problem, how to connect more sensors on top of this raspberry shield => https://sixfab.com/product/raspberry-pi-nb-iot-shield/
The shields schematic can be found here and it ...
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How to wire up a LED Matrix with a Raspberry PI
I'm not sure how to wire up the LED Matrix corrctly. I followed the steps in this guide: https://github.com/hzeller/rpi-rgb-led-matrix/blob/master/wiring.md In this tutorial the matrix has 3 GND pins. ...
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Correct wiring for multiple analogue sensors?
I’ve recently embarked upon a project that I’ve wanted to do for a while. My overall plan is to have 3 planting shelves; each will have its own soil moisture sensor, water pipe and LED lighting. The ...
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Can somebody please tell me how to wire this?
I litterally cannot find it anywhere on how to wire this
https://www.adafruit.com/product/2934
The only thing any of the pigrrl schematics show is connecting wires from b1,2,3,4 to pins on another ...
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How to wire an HC-SR04 without a breadboard?
I have a Raspberry Pi and a HC-SR04 integrated circuit for measuring distance. I have found many resources for how to connect the HC-SR04 to the GPIO of the Raspberry Pi, but because the HC-SR04 ...
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Wiring a RGB LED on to a Raspberry Pi
So I got a bunch of these LEDs and I can't seem to figure out how to wire them. This is what I'm working with.
I tried adding the gnd and 5v but it doesnt do anything. When i connect the Din to 5v ...
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How can I use Garage Door Safety Sensors with Raspberry Pi?
I am trying to use garage door safety sensors as a way of counting cars. From my understanding, if there is no object (car) between the sensors, then they output a 3.3V signal every 6 milliseconds. If ...
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Flow Meter connected RPI 3 wiring [closed]
Is the wiring the same from a RPI B+ to a RPI 3 to connect a the flow meter too? If you strip the connector to just bare ends from the flow meter what cables/connectors do you recommend purchasing for ...
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Potentiometer on 16x2 LCD, does it need to be connected to VCC?
I am following this Adafruit tutorial on 16x4 LCD, and I managed to make it work.
https://learn.adafruit.com/drive-a-16x2-lcd-directly-with-a-raspberry-pi/wiring
From this tutorial, the potentiometer ...
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How do I debug an LED strip that isn't working?
I've scoured the forums here and elsewhere and can't exactly figure out what my next step should be. I've followed this tutorial
https://tutorials-raspberrypi.com/how-to-control-a-raspberry-pi-ws2801-...
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Trouble with Flex Sensor and MCP3008
I'm working on a project currently, though things aren't quite working so I would like whoever's advice.
So, to put it briefly, I'm using a Sparkfun Flex Sensor and an MCP3008 hooked up via a ...
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Wiring a SNES Controller to pi3 gpio or tactile switches
I'm looking to build a super pi boy, in the original they use tactile switches. However, I'm not sure how to wire the tactile switches and make them work as a x b y up down left right etc. I'm also ...
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How do I connect this anemometer to a Raspberry Pi? [closed]
I want to connect an anemometer to my Raspberry Pi 3.
I'm trying to use the Maplin N25FR Wind Speed Sensor.
How do I connect it to my Raspberry Pi?
I found this picture online, but I don't ...
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“Blinking” relay by toggling pins between input and output
Edit for searches:
This question is about using a 5v relay with Raspberry Pi GPIO pins that outputs 3.3v.
There are a number of great questions below, read them through to understand whats going on. ...
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Controlling Switches from both Raspberry Pi relay & Manual [Home Automation]
I am currently working on Home Automation Project with Raspberry Pi, I am using 8 channel relay board for this, I can control switches over relay easily. But I want to operate them with pre-existing ...
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Basic questions about inputs/outputs on a breadboard (Pi 3)
I have started my first basic project today and I have a few questions I couldn't find answers to yet or I just don't know how to search for any. Sorry if those questions seem a bit stupid, but I will ...
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How to wire a switch to turn on and off the power source on a Pi Zero?
I'm planning a project that involves a portable Pi Zero with a battery and I want to wire a switch that turns on and off the pi/battery. I'm not too experienced with hardware and I would like some ...
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What Circuit Should I Use to Hardwire Raspberry Pi to Doorbell?
I am trying to connect my raspberry pi to my hardwired doorbell in order to send a text message when the doorbell button is pushed. I have successfully sent the text message using a button connected ...
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GPIO Buzzer. Not sure how to do this
Buzzer (all it says on the back): 3 VDC, 15 mA, 75 dB
I have a simple breadboard circuit with a LED that works. I'm now perplexed (again, I know zero about circuitry) how to add a working buzzer. ...
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Using single 5V relay (jqc-3ff-s-z) - safety advice required
Above is relay I'm using and everything works as expected using diagram below.
I will add 1n4148 diode on IN line for safety and will connect VCC to power supply before Pi.
Can I use ground (GND) ...
