PiCap, RaspberryPi Compatible

Introduction

OUT OF THE BOX

Our tutorials take you through the complete process of installing the Raspbian operating system, attaching the Pi Cap to the Raspberry Pi, installing our software examples and guiding you through an introduction of what you can do.

HOW IT WORKS

The Pi Cap benefits from the same capacitive sensing platform that the Touch Board uses. This means you can use the sensors to detect touch, distance or proximity, and you can access all the same data on the Raspberry Pi using the Pi Cap.

CODING

The Pi Cap comes with example code and libraries for C++ and Python. Similarly to the Touch Board, you can use the Pi Cap to trigger MP3s, but unlike the Touch Board you can trigger multiple sounds at the same time (polyphonically). You can also take advantage of the more sophisticated features that the Raspberry Pi offers internet connectivity, video playback, OSC, Bluetooth and interface with the wealth of software already written for the Pi. 

POWER

The Pi Cap is powered by the Raspberry Pi that it is attached to, which is in turn powered via a USB power supply. Youll need a supply capable of at least 1.5A (although we recommend a 2.5A supply) the Pi is a lot more power hungry than the Touch Board. If you need portable power, a USB power pack is the best solution.

Specifications

 

Product Features

Robust and high resolution capacitive touch and distance sensing

High quality audio output

Extensive tutorials and easy startup experience

Powerful Python and C++ libraries so that you can include sensors in your project

User-programmable RGB LED and multi function button

Prototyping area with GPIO breakout to add additional sensors or buttons

Works with Raspberry Pi A+, B+, Zero and later*