LSM303 Compass Module (Gadgeteer Compatible)

This LSM303 Compass Module is now discontinued. We suggest IMU Sensors as a great replacement. It's .NET Gadgeteer compatible, making device code - writing as simple as desktop, web, or Windows Phone app development. The module features the LSM303DLH, a triple - axis accelerometer combined with a triple - axis magnetic sensor, offering tilt compensation. It's one of the most cost - effective compass sensors on the market. It can be used in various scenarios like map rotation and display orientation. Note: SDK or drivers for the Gadgeteer platform are not included. **APPLICATIONS** - Compensated compassing - Map rotation - Position detection - Motion - activated functions - Free - fall detection - Intelligent power - saving for handheld devices - Display orientation - Gaming and virtual reality input devices - Impact recognition and logging - Vibration monitoring and compensation **SPECIFICATIONS** - .NET Gadgeteer Compatible - 3.3V power supply - Chip LSM303DLH - ±1.3 to ±8.1 gauss magnetic field full - scale - ±2 g/±4 g/±8 g dynamically selectable full - scale - 16 - bit data out - 2 independent programmable interrupt generators for free - fall and motion detection - Embedded self - test - Accelerometer sleep - to - wakeup function - 6D orientation detection - Dimensions: 32x27mm (1.26*1.063') **DOCUMENTS** - LSM303 datasheet - LSM303 Compass Schematic **SHIPPING LIST** - LSM303 Compass Module (.NET Gadgeteer Compatible) x1 - Cable for Gadgeteer x1

Using the LSM303 Compass Module is quite straightforward. First, connect it to your device using the provided cable. Since it's .NET Gadgeteer compatible, writing code for it is as easy as creating a regular desktop, web, or Windows Phone app. You can use it in different situations like rotating maps or setting the display orientation. Keep in mind that the SDK or drivers for the Gadgeteer platform are not included, so you'll need to source those separately. When it comes to power, the module runs on a 3.3V power supply, so make sure your power source matches this requirement. For maintenance, avoid exposing the module to extreme temperatures or moisture. If you're not using it for a while, store it in a dry and cool place. The module has an embedded self - test feature, so you can run this occasionally to check if it's working properly.