PiCAN2 - CAN Interface for Raspberry Pi With SMPS

• CAN v2.0 A/B at 1 Mb/s
• High speed SPI Interface (10 MHz)
• Standard and extended data and remote frames
• CAN connection via standard 9-way sub-D connector or screw terminal
• Compatible with OBDII cable
• Solder bridge to set different configuration for DB9 connector
• 120Ω termination resistor
• Serial LCD ready
• LED indicator
• Foot print for two mini push buttons
• Four fixing holes, comply with Pi Hat standard
• SocketCAN driver, appears as can0 to application
• Interrupt RX on GPIO25
• 5VDC 1A SMPS to power Raspberry Pi and accessories from DB9 or screw terminal
• Reverse polarity protection
• High efficiency switch mode design
• 6 VDC to 20 VDC input range

Installing CAN and Python Tools

• PiCAN2, PiCAN3, and PiCAN-M Driver Installation for Raspberry Pi...
• Installing python-can on the Raspberry Pi...

• User guide...
• Schematic Rev B...
• Python3 examples in Github...
• Example 2...
• Example 3...
• Troubleshooting your PiCAN2 CAN Interface Board for Raspberry Pi...
• PiCAN2 CAN Bus Board for Raspberry Pi - Functionality Test...
• Raspberry Pi PICAN2 Functionality Test With Two PICAN2 HATs...

Connections (Pins) Used On 40-Pin Header

The PiCAN2 CAN Bus interface board uses the highlighted pins on the Raspberry Pi's 40-pin header.

• PiCAN2 CAN Bus HAT for Raspberry Pi - Getting Access To The 40-pin GPIO Header...

Recommended Literature:

• Programming the Raspberry Pi, Second Edition: Getting Started with Python...
• Raspberry Pi User Guide...
• Raspberry Pi Projects for the Evil Genius...

Other Resources:

• What is Debian Jessie?...
• Raspberry Pi Proven To Withstand Extended Temperature Range...
• SAE J1939 ECU Simulator and Data Monitor for Raspberry Pi...
• The Raspberry Pi SPI Interface...
• Monitoring SAE J1939 Data Using The Raspberry Pi Plus PiCAN2 CAN Bus Interface Board...
• OBD-II Data Logging With Raspberry Pi And PiCAN2 CAN Bus Interface...

OBD2 And SAE J1939 Cables:

• OBD2 16Pin to DB9 Adapter Cable - Use Board Settings for OBD-II
• OBD2 16pin Cable Open End - Use Board Settings for OBD-II
• SAE J1939 9pin Cable to DB9 Female - Use Board Settings for Standard CAN
• SAE J1939 9pin Cable Open End - Use Board Settings for Standard CAN

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Programming the Raspberry Pi, Second Edition: Getting Started with Python

 

Learn to create inventive programs and fun games on your powerful Raspberry Pi―with no programming experience required. This practical book has been revised to fully cover the new Raspberry Pi 2, including upgrades to the Raspbian operating system. Discover how to configure hardware and software, write Python scripts, create user-friendly GUIs, and control external electronics. DIY projects include a hangman game, RGB LED controller, digital clock, and RasPiRobot complete with an ultrasonic rangefinder.

 

• Set up your Raspberry Pi and explore its features 
• Navigate files, folders, and menus 
• Write Python programs using the IDLE editor 
• Use strings, lists, functions, and dictionaries 
• Work with modules, classes, and methods 
• Create user-friendly games using Pygame 
• Build intuitive user interfaces with Tkinter 
• Attach external electronics through the GPIO port 
• Add powerful Web features to your projects

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