Introduction
The PIC32-BZ6 Curiosity Board is a versatile development platform designed to facilitate rapid prototyping and showcase the features of Microchip's PIC32WM-BZ6204UE Module. This module supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and IEEE 802.15.4 wireless communication.
Key capabilities include integrated debugging and programming via the PICkit™ On-board 4 (PKOB4) debugger, and expansion options such as mikroBUS™ Click™ sockets, Xplained Pro (XPRO) header, and a u.FL connector for external antennas.
This board is ideal for developers creating wireless communication solutions for Internet of Things (IoT), home automation, and industrial applications, offering a rich set of features for efficient prototyping and development.
Key Features
- On-board PIC32WM-BZ6204UE module
- USB or External 5V power supply or Li-Po battery powered
- On-board Programmer/Debug Circuit (PKOB4)
- Microchip Li-lon/LiPo Battery Charger
- On-board USB-to-UART Serial Converter
- Two MikroBUS™ Sockets
- One XPRO Header
- RGB LED, Reset Switch, User Configurable Buttons, User LED
- 32.768kHz SOSC Crystal
- External QSPI Flash Memory
- Low Power Analog Voltage Temperature Sensor
- RMII for Ethernet Connectivity
- Microchip LCC Adapter Connector
- Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI) Support
- Controller Area Network (CAN) Support
- USB Type-C™ Interface
- 8-Pin Header for External Programmer/Debugger
Supported Applications
- Wireless Lighting
- Home Automation
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Industrial Automation
Resources
For more detailed information, refer to the official Microchip documentation: