The RP2040 Metro Board: Powerful Development Platform, Arduino-Friendly Features
The RP2040 Metro Board packs a punch in a familiar form. Built around the Raspberry Pi RP2040 chip, it offers robust processing power, ample memory, and generous GPIO pins, making it ideal for a wide range of projects.
Familiar Footprint, Extra Muscle:
- Arduino-style layout keeps things comfortable for experienced users.
- Extra space and debugging ports provide flexibility for more ambitious projects.
Dual Cores, Ample Memory:
- Two Cortex M0+ cores deliver impressive performance for demanding tasks.
- 264KB of RAM ensures smooth operation for complex applications.
Packed with Connectivity:
- 24 GPIO pins with 4 supporting analog inputs give you plenty of ways to connect sensors, actuators, and more.
- Micro SD card slot expands storage for data logging and larger projects.
- Onboard LEDs and NeoPixel driver add visual flair to your creations.
Seamless Debugging:
- Dedicated SWD and Pico Probe ports simplify troubleshooting and programming.
Effortless Pin Control:
- Unique RX-TX switch lets you choose between traditional Arduino pin order or hardware UART configuration with a flick. No more cutting or soldering needed!
Whether you're a seasoned hobbyist or a curious newcomer, the RP2040 Metro Board offers a versatile and powerful platform to bring your ideas to life.
Features
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RP2040 main chip, 133MHz clock, 3.3V logic
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16 MB of QSPI flash for program storage
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24 GPIO, 4 of which are also analog inputs
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Micro SD card socket wired up for SPI interfacing, also has extra pins connected for advanced-user SDIO interfacing (note that there's no released usage code for SDIO in Arduino/Python, so this is a super-cutting-edge setup)
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Onboard RGB NeoPixel
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Onboard #13 LED
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Stemma QT port for I2C peripherals and sensors
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Reset and Boot buttons on PCB edge
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Pico Probe debug port - 3 pin JST SH compatible
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SWD debug port - 2x5 0.05" standard connector
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USB Type C power and data
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5.5mm / 2.1mm DC jack for 6-12VDC power
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On/off switch for DC jack
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GPIO pin numbers match classic Arduino pins, other than A4/A5 which are D24 and D25 (there's only 4 ADC pins on the RP2040)
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RX / TX switch for swapping D0 and D1 locations
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