2 layers87 × 97 mm
2 layers24 × 35 mm
MatrixBuddyPCBBrainOnly
BadRAM/MatrixBuddyFriendly face via MAX7219
- Size
- 24 × 35 mm
- Copper layers
- 2
- Thickness
- 1.6 mm
- Parts
- 10
- Nets
- 23
- Pads
- 49
- Tracks, vias
- 103, 10
- Pours
- 1
- Routed
- Yes
- KiCad
- KiCad 7 (file 20221018)
- Created
- 28 Nov 2023
- Updated
- 19 Apr 2024
Overview
MatrixBuddyPCBBrainOnly is an open-source printed circuit board by BadRAM, from the BadRAM/MatrixBuddy repository on GitHub. It is a 2-layer board of 24 × 35 mm with 10 parts on 23 nets, routed with 103 tracks and 10 vias.
Its parts include 3 resistors, 2 ICs, 2 connectors and 1 transistor. It belongs with the SAM D and SAM boards of this library.
README
README.mdA friend shaped device, using a MAX7219 driven LED matrix.
Features:
- Matrix Buddy posesses the GREAT EMOTIONAL STRENGTH to grin through any mood, should you need TOTAL AFFIRMATION. Press the bell to toggle, Buddy will wink to acknowledge, or blink when it is released.
- Worried about light pollution? Matrix Buddy can read the room! Sleep mode activates in near darkness. Press the left paw to configure it's light threshold. The light sensor is on the back, make sure it's not covered.
- Not light polluted enough? Press the right paw to configure brightness. Unleash the power of the sun!
- Connect to a computer using the bridge program and matrix buddy can mouth along to your apps. Give a face to that cameras-off zoom call!
To set up the Matrix Buddy Bridge app, you will first need to install the included serial drivers (CM212364_Setup.exe) and restart your computer. Run MatrixBuddyBridge.exe and press "Scan", if a device is found, you're ready, just uncheck "Mute" when you're ready for the buddy to start.
Parts
10| Qty | Value | Footprint | References |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100k | Resistor_SMD:R_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.20x1.40mm_HandSolder | R3 |
| 1 | 22 | Resistor_SMD:R_0805_2012Metric_Pad1.20x1.40mm_HandSolder | R4 |
| 1 | 4104 | Package_SO:SO-16_3.9x9.9mm_P1.27mm | U2 |
| 1 | BATT Connector | Connector_PinHeader_2.54mm:PinHeader_1x02_P2.54mm_Vertical | J3 |
| 1 | Conn_01x08_Pin | Connector_PinHeader_2.54mm:PinHeader_1x08_P2.54mm_Horizontal | J1 |
| 1 | Q_PMOS_GSD | PCM_Package_TO_SOT_SMD_AKL:SOT-23W_Handsoldering | Q1 |
| 1 | R_Photo | Connector_PinHeader_2.54mm:PinHeader_1x02_P2.54mm_Vertical | R1 |
| 1 | SeeeduinoXIAO | Seeeduino-Xiao:Seeeduino XIAO-MOUDLE NO-BOTTOM-CONNECTIONS | U3 |
The 8 most common of 10 parts.
Questions
How big is the MatrixBuddyPCBBrainOnly PCB?
It measures 24 × 35 mm and has 2 copper layers, 1.6 mm thick.
What parts does the MatrixBuddyPCBBrainOnly use?
10 parts. The full list of its parts is on this page, with links to each part's symbol and footprint where PCBKit's library has them.
Where can I download the MatrixBuddyPCBBrainOnly KiCad files?
From the BadRAM/MatrixBuddy repository on GitHub, at the commit this page was made from: the board is MatrixBuddyPCB/MatrixBuddyPCBBrainOnly.kicad_pcb and its schematic MatrixBuddyPCB/MatrixBuddyPCB.kicad_sch. PCBKit opens the board in the browser, with nothing to install.
Can I use the MatrixBuddyPCBBrainOnly design in my own project?
Its repository states no licence, so its author keeps all rights: ask BadRAM before reusing the design.
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