ScoutMakes FM Radio Board - STEMMA QT / Qwiic

SKU: ADA5651 Brand: Adafruit

The ScoutMakes FM Radio Board is a great way to learn about the world of electronics. It is an I2C breakout board for the RDA5807 FM radio chip by RDA...

$59.95 AUD, inc GST

$54.50 AUD, exc GST

Available with a lead time
Expect dispatch between Dec 02 and Dec 05

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12+ $50.68 (exc GST)

The ScoutMakes FM Radio Board is a great way to learn about the world of electronics. It is an I2C breakout board for the RDA5807 FM radio chip by RDA Microelectronics. The board supports Arduino and CircuitPython. Libraries and example code are provided to help you get started. The board also has connectors which support SparkFun's Qwiic and Adafruit's STEMMA QT I2C connector standards, JST-SH 4-pin.

The RDA5807 also has RDS (Radio Data System) capability where station information (station name, song name) can be received. The example code shows RDS information as well.

The board is open source with design files provided. Designed and manufactured in the USA!! The design has been open source certified by the Open Source Hardware Association (OSHWA) - US002137. Arduino & CircuitPython code can be found here.

This is a perfect introduction for newbies to get into electronics! What is more satisfying than getting an FM radio to work? No internet connection needed! The board also is a great entry into the magical world of wireless communications.

This is the first FM radio breakout that supports CircuitPython and is STEMMA QT/Qwiic compatible. It is also open source!

FM Radio Kit Features & Specifications

Open hardware & open source software
RDA5807M single-chip FM receiver
High-quality stereo audio output
Built-in volume and bass control
Received signal strength indicator (RSSI) information
Station scanning and presets are supported in code
Radio Data Service (RDS) information available for display
Received signal strength (RSSI) indication
Adafruit CircuitPython library
Adafruit STEMMA QT and SparkFun Qwiic connectors for easy, solderless attachment of other I²C devices
3.5 mm audio jack
Power LED indicator

Example Code user menu options:

increase volume
decrease volume
next preset
previous preset
scan up
scan down
direct frequency input
station status
mono/stereo mode
bass boost
mute/unmute
get rssi data
soft reset

Please note: Headphones, antenna wire, and STEMMA QT/Qwiic cables are NOT included with the board. A short 770 mm/30.31-inch wire will make for a good antenna (typically 1/4 of the wavelength of the tuned frequency will make for a good antenna).

Technical Details

Documentation:

RDA5807 Datasheet

This product is listed in:

Wireless>General RF>Receivers
Home Lab>Weekend Projects

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