This set pairs a BBC micro:bit V2 board with a 3 ft microUSB cable for programming and powering it from a computer. The V2 board uses a Nordic nRF52833 with a 64MHz Arm Cortex-M4 and has 25 LEDs, two buttons, a touch logo, accelerometer, magnetometer, microphone, speaker, radio and Bluetooth. A battery holder and batteries are needed to run it away from a computer and are not included.
Key Features
- Includes micro:bit V2 board and 3 ft microUSB cable
- 25 LEDs, 2 programmable buttons and capacitive touch logo
- Accelerometer, magnetometer, microphone and speaker
- Radio and Bluetooth for wireless projects and code upload
- Free online code editors for computer, phone or tablet
Specifications
| Product | BBC micro:bit V2 board with cable |
|---|---|
| Processor | Arm Cortex-M4 32-bit with FPU, 64 MHz |
| SoC | Nordic nRF52833 |
| Memory | 512KB flash, 128KB RAM |
| Display / inputs | 25 LEDs (5x5), 2 programmable buttons, capacitive touch logo |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, magnetometer, microphone |
| Wireless | Radio and Bluetooth |
| Audio output | Built-in speaker |
| Debug | SWD, J-Link/OB |
| Cable length | 3 ft microUSB |
| SKU | 01MICROBITUSB |
What's Included
- 1 x BBC micro:bit V2 board
- 1 x 3 ft microUSB cable
What You'll Need (Sold Separately)
- Battery holder and batteries to run without a computer (not included)
Ideal For
Learners who will code and run the micro:bit while connected to a computer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I program the micro:bit?
Use the free online code editors on the micro:bit website from a computer, smartphone or tablet. Code is sent over a microUSB cable or wirelessly over Bluetooth from a phone or tablet.
Can I run it on batteries?
Yes, with a battery holder and batteries, which are sold separately.
How long is the cable?
3 feet.