The LCDuino-1 display I/O processor

LCDuino-1

  • "Backpack" board: Plug-in for industry-standard 2x16 LCD modules
  • Atmel ATMEGA328P microcontroller
  • Arduino-compatible
  • Microchip MCP23008 I/O port expander
  • I²C serial control interface
  • Additional analog & digital I/O lines
  • Optional onboard DS1302 real-time clock with supercap backup
  • LCD contrast adjustment trimpot
  • Reset pushbutton switch
  • Power and pin 13 LEDs
  • 5V DC power
  • Open source, user-extensible firmware
  • Standard FTDI download USB cable support
  • Central platform for a series of future "application" modules, including:
    • Audio preamplifier functions
    • Volume control
    • Analog & digital input/output routing and selection
    • Infrared remote control
    • Other possible uses, audio or non-audio
  • 2-layer PCB with double ground planes
  • Prototype through-plated pads area on 0.1" grid for custom applications
  • Small form-factor: same outline as LCD module
LCDuino-1 is a joint project between AMB and LinuxWorks. It is currently under development. Please read the head-fi forum thread for more information.

A small quantity of prototype boards are in fabrication. A prototype program will be launched soon.

This site is under construction. More comprehensive content about the
LCDuino-1 will debut here soon.

LinuxWorks website


Perfboard prototype with LCD module

Working prototype

PCB layout

Bottom side of PCB