Raspberry Pi

The Raspberry Pi is a credit-card sized computer that plugs into your TV and a keyboard. It is a capable little computer which can be used for many of the things that your desktop PC does, like spreadsheets, word-processing and games. It also plays high-definition video. We want to see it being used by kids all over the world to learn programming.

Picture 1: Raspberry Pi

Basic Features:

1. SD card
• Minimum size 4Gb; class 4 (the class indicates how fast the card is);
• We recommend using branded SD cards as they are more reliable.

2. HDMI to HDMI / DVI lead
• HDMI to HDMI lead (for HD TVs and monitors with HDMI input) or HDMI to DVI lead (for monitors with DVI input);
• Leads and adapters are available for few pounds -- there is no need to buy expensive ones.

3. RCA video lead
• A standard RCA composite video lead to connect to your analogue display if you are not using the HDMI output.

4. Keyboard and mouse
• Any standard USB keyboard and mouse should work;
• Keyboards or mice that take a lot of power from the USB ports, however, may need a powered USB hub. This may include some wireless devices.

5. Ethernet (network) cable [optional]
• Networking is optional, although it makes updating and getting new software for your Raspberry Pi much easier.

6. Power adapter
• A good quality, micro USB power supply that can provide at least 700mA at 5V is essential;
• Many mobile phone chargers are suitable—check the label on the plug;
• If your supply provides less than 5V then your Raspberry Pi may not work at all, or it may behave erratically. Be wary of very cheap chargers: some are not what they claim to be;
• It does not matter if your supply is rated at more than 700mA.

7. Audio lead [optional]
• If you are using HDMI then you will get digital audio via this;
• If you are using the analogue RCA connection, stereo audio is available from the 3.5mm jack next to the RCA connector.




More information about Raspberry Pi.


Source: Raspberry Pi Organization.