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Python With RaspberryPi Interfacing Notes

The document provides a guide on interfacing external gadgets with Raspberry Pi using Python, covering GPIO setup, output devices like LEDs and buzzers, input devices such as push buttons and PIR motion sensors, and reading analog sensors with MCP3008. It includes example code snippets for controlling multiple outputs, like simulating traffic lights, and emphasizes the importance of cleaning up GPIO settings at the end of scripts. The guide is structured with clear wiring instructions and code examples for practical implementation.

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Python With RaspberryPi Interfacing Notes

The document provides a guide on interfacing external gadgets with Raspberry Pi using Python, covering GPIO setup, output devices like LEDs and buzzers, input devices such as push buttons and PIR motion sensors, and reading analog sensors with MCP3008. It includes example code snippets for controlling multiple outputs, like simulating traffic lights, and emphasizes the importance of cleaning up GPIO settings at the end of scripts. The guide is structured with clear wiring instructions and code examples for practical implementation.

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Python Programming with Raspberry Pi: Interfacing External Gadgets

1. Setting Up GPIO in Python

Use the built-in RPi.GPIO library.

import RPi.GPIO as GPIO

import time

GPIO.setmode(GPIO.BCM)

GPIO.setwarnings(False)

2. Output Devices (Control)

2.1 Blinking an LED

Wiring:

- Connect a resistor (220Ohm) and LED to GPIO 18. Cathode to GND.

Code:

GPIO.setup(18, GPIO.OUT)

while True:

GPIO.output(18, GPIO.HIGH)

time.sleep(1)

GPIO.output(18, GPIO.LOW)

time.sleep(1)

2.2 Buzzer

Wiring: Positive pin to GPIO 23, negative to GND.


Python Programming with Raspberry Pi: Interfacing External Gadgets

GPIO.setup(23, GPIO.OUT)

GPIO.output(23, GPIO.HIGH)

time.sleep(0.5)

GPIO.output(23, GPIO.LOW)

3. Input Devices (Read)

3.1 Push Button

Wiring: One end to GPIO 17, other to GND

GPIO.setup(17, GPIO.IN, pull_up_down=GPIO.PUD_UP)

while True:

if GPIO.input(17) == GPIO.LOW:

print("Button Pressed")

time.sleep(0.2)

3.2 PIR Motion Sensor

Wiring: VCC to 5V, GND to GND, OUT to GPIO 24

GPIO.setup(24, GPIO.IN)

while True:

if GPIO.input(24):

print("Motion Detected")

else:

print("No Motion")

time.sleep(1)
Python Programming with Raspberry Pi: Interfacing External Gadgets

4. Reading Analog Sensors (MCP3008)

Use MCP3008 to read analog sensors.

Libraries:

sudo pip3 install spidev

Code:

import spidev

spi = spidev.SpiDev()

spi.open(0, 0)

spi.max_speed_hz = 1350000

def read_adc(channel):

adc = spi.xfer2([1, (8 + channel) << 4, 0])

data = ((adc[1]&3) << 8) + adc[2]

return data

while True:

value = read_adc(0)

print("Analog Value:", value)

time.sleep(1)

5. Controlling Multiple Outputs

Example: Traffic Lights


Python Programming with Raspberry Pi: Interfacing External Gadgets

led_pins = [18, 23, 24]

for pin in led_pins:

GPIO.setup(pin, GPIO.OUT)

while True:

GPIO.output(18, GPIO.HIGH)

time.sleep(2)

GPIO.output(18, GPIO.LOW)

GPIO.output(23, GPIO.HIGH)

time.sleep(1)

GPIO.output(23, GPIO.LOW)

GPIO.output(24, GPIO.HIGH)

time.sleep(2)

GPIO.output(24, GPIO.LOW)

6. Cleanup Code

Always end your script with:

GPIO.cleanup()

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