ROHM SENSORSHLD1-EVK-101 Multi-Sensor Shield Quick Start Guide

About this manual

The document serves as a quick start guide for the ROHM SENSORSHLD1-EVK-101, a sensor evaluation platform designed to connect various ROHM sensors onto a single board using standard Arduino shield interfaces. It details the specific core and special function sensors included in the kit.

The guide provides step-by-step instructions for environment preparation, including preparing the Arduino IDE on a PC and performing necessary hardware rework on the Arduino UNO board to resolve pin conflicts with the UV sensor. It also covers programming the board using code from the associated GitHub repository and verifying operation via the Serial Monitor.

What's inside

• Introduction
• Environment Preparation
• Arduino Environment Setup
• HW Rework Instructions
• Programming the Arduino Board
• Verifying Operation

Frequently asked questions

What Arduino board is this shield designed to work with?

The document states that the SENSORSHLD1-EVK-101 is a shield evaluation platform specifically written for use with the Arduino Uno.

What specific hardware rework is required on the Arduino board before using this shield?

To reroute the UV sensor ADC output, you must disconnect existing nets by removing resistors R27 and R31.

Does this shield require any user input commands to generate sensor data?

No, the board will continually send back messages containing sensor output without needing the user to input key commands.