EL Sequencer/Escudo Dos Hookup Guide
Contributors:
Toni_K
Toni_K Introduction
Heads up! Originally, this tutorial was written to configure an XBee Series 1 to communicate in transparency mode. However, this can apply to the XBee Series 3 module as long as you configure the firmware to the legacy 802.15.4 protocol. For more information, check out the Exploring XBees and XCTU tutorial.
The SparkFun EL Sequencer is an Arduino-comptabile microcontroller, with circuitry for controlling up to eight strands of electroluminescent (EL) wire. The Arduino shield version of the Sequencer is the SparkFun EL Escudo Dos, and it can be used with any Arduino Uno footprint-compatible microcontroller.
Materials Required
To follow along with this tutorial, we recommend you have access to the following materials in addition to your Sequencer or Escudo Dos.
Suggested Reading
If you aren't familiar with the following concepts, we recommend reviewing them before beginning to work with the EL Sequencer or Escudo Dos.
How to Solder: Through-Hole Soldering
This tutorial covers everything you need to know about through-hole soldering.
Battery Technologies
The basics behind the batteries used in portable electronic devices: LiPo, NiMH, coin cells, and alkaline.
Installing Arduino IDE
A step-by-step guide to installing and testing the Arduino software on Windows, Mac, and Linux.
Alternating Current (AC) vs. Direct Current (DC)
Learn the differences between AC and DC, the history, different ways to generate AC and DC, and examples of applications.
Getting Started with Electroluminescent (EL) Wire
This guide will help you get started with electroluminescent (EL) wire, tape, panel, chasing wire, and bendable wire to let your project glow!
Arduino Shields v2
An update to our classic Arduino Shields Tutorial! All things Arduino shields. What they are and how to assemble them.