RP2040-Zero Mini Microcontroller Development Board
= Dual-Core RP2040 Processor for Advanced Projects =
The RP2040Zero is a mini development board based on the official Raspberry Pi RP2040 dualcore processor. It offers high performance in a compact form factor, ideal for wearable tech, IoT devices, and embedded systems .
RP2040 DualCore Processor Arm Cortex M0+ running up to 133MHz
2MB Flash & 264KB SRAM - Ample storage for complex programs
Supply voltage is 5V via USB-C or 5V pin
Use the BOOT button for draganddrop UF2 programming
Logic level is 3.3V - use level shifters for 5V devices
= Technical Specifications =
| Parameter | Value |
|---|
| Processor | RP2040 Dual-Core Arm Cortex M0+ |
| Clock Speed | Up to 133 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 2MB |
| SRAM | 264KB |
| GPIO Pins | 29 (20 via pin headers) |
| ADC Channels | 4 x 12-bit |
| PWM Channels | 16 |
| Interfaces | 2x SPI, 2x I2C, 2x UART |
= Key Features =
USBC Connector Modern port for programming and power
Programmable I/O (PIO) - 8 state machines for custom peripherals
DragandDrop Programming - Copy UF2 files via USB mass storage
WS2812 RGB LED Builtin NeoPixel for status indication
LowPower Modes Sleep and dormant modes for battery projects
Temperature Sensor Onchip sensor for environmental monitoring
== Applications ==
- Wearable electronics
- IoT sensors and controllers
- Custom keyboard and HID devices
- Robotics and automation
- Educational microcontroller projects
Compact Design - 23.5 x 18mm board size
Flexible Mounting - Castellated edges for SMD soldering
√ Supports MicroPython, C/C++, and Arduino IDE
√ BOOT and RESET buttons onboard
√ Type-C port for easy connection
= Connection Guide =
Key pins:
- GPIO0/GPIO1: Default UART0 serial console (TX/RX)
- GPIO16: WS2812 RGB LED control
- GPIO2629: ADC0ADC3 analog inputs
- 5V, 3.3V, GND: Power pins
Use 3.3V logic for all GPIO connections
Hold BOOT button while connecting USB for programming mode
Do not apply 5V to GPIO pins
No battery protection circuit - use protected batteries
= Troubleshooting =
No USB connection:
- Hold BOOT button when plugging in USB
- Check USB-C cable supports data
- Install RP2040 drivers if needed
LED not working:
- GPIO16 controls WS2812 RGB LED
- Use NeoPixel library for control
- Check power supply stability