Raspberry Pi Pico and Range Finder

Discover how to integrate the HC-SR04 Range Finder with the Raspberry Pi Pico using MicroPython in this comprehensive tutorial video. Learn about the HC-SR04 pinouts, its working principles, and how to adapt the 5V sensor to work with the 3.3V Pico. Explore voltage splitting techniques, understand Ohm's law, and master resistor value interpretation. Follow along as the instructor demonstrates wiring the Range Finder with a voltage splitter, introduces a Python class for the HC-SR04, and provides a live demo. Gain practical insights with a breadboard example of a voltage splitter, and access additional resources including code samples and a detailed presentation to enhance your learning experience.

Raspberry Pi Pico & HC-SR04 Range Finder Sensor
Goals of this session
HC-SR04 Pinouts
How the HC-SR04 Range Finder works
How to make the 5v HC-SR04 work with 3.3v Raspberry Pi Pico
How to make a voltage splitter
Ohms law
How to read Resistor values
How to wire up the Range Finder using a voltage splitter
HC-SR04 Range Finder Python Class
Demo Time
Breadboard example of a voltage splitter