Introduction
Welcome to the interactive electronic world!
DFRobot proudly presents the Beginner Kit for those interested in learning about Arduino and electronics. Starting from basic LED control to more advanced environmental sensing, monitoring, and actuators, this comprehensive kit guides learners in exploring how to sense and control the physical world using Arduino-compatible sensors and microcontrollers through carefully designed hands-on projects.
Now fully upgraded, the kit includes 35 commonly used electronic components—such as premium jumper wires, resistors, LEDs, 9g servos, IR remote transmitters and receivers, as well as newly added modules like a relay, motor, fan, potentiometer, and more. Combined with 30 structured lessons, the kit provides a systematic and engaging introduction to both electronics and programming.
High-Quality Electronic Components – Entry-Level Education
The kit contains a DFRduino UNO R3 (fully compatible with Arduino UNO R3) and a DFRobot prototype shield, both of which are fully supported by the Arduino IDE. With attention to detail in hardware selection, packaging, and production, the kit ensures dependable performance and long-term usability. Components are professionally labeled and organized for efficient access and intuitive assembly.
Systematic Course Setup
Course Outline
The kit includes 30 Arduino-compatible projects, structured to guide learners from basic to more complex concepts. Each project covers both software and hardware fundamentals—ranging from blinking LEDs and temperature monitoring to sensor fusion and visual feedback using an LED matrix.
In addition to basic programming concepts such as variables and loops, learners also gain hands-on understanding of electronic components like sensors, actuators, and transistors.
Figure: Course - Playing electronic drums and H-bridge circuit driver
Figure: Course - Noise meter and Thermometer
Course Structure
Each lesson is structured in five phases:
Materials List ? Hardware Connection ? Code Input ? Code Walkthrough ? Hardware Explanation
This progression encourages both immediate implementation and deeper exploration of programming logic and electronic design. Unlike conventional tutorials, this set emphasizes the interpretation of Arduino code and the understanding of circuit principles, helping to build a foundation for independent development and creative prototyping.
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Project Cards
The kit includes 30 project cards with circuit wiring diagrams and concise task descriptions. These cards allow for flexible learning—students or users can freely select any project to begin their exploration, while educators can use them to facilitate classroom workshops, extracurricular programs, and introductory engineering labs.
User-Sponsored Contents
Developer Support – Mobile Application
A user-developed mobile app enables learners to read tutorials and write Arduino code on the go, making it easier to learn and experiment anytime, anywhere.
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Global Collaboration – Multilingual Resources
User-contributed translations of the tutorials are available in English, Korean, Russian, and other languages, supporting international learners and educators.
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Version Update Notice - 4/6/2025, V4.0(Now) and Previous Version
Component list expanded from 26 to 35. Added: microphone, piezo sensor, transistors, LED matrix
Project tutorials expanded from 15 to 30
Improved course structure with better circuit diagrams and deeper explanations
Tutorials now support Arduino IDE and Processing for visual and interactive development
New component packaging with black labels for faster identification
Improved jumper wires with imported pins and reinforced connectors
Documents
Shipping List
- DFRduino UNOÂ R3Â
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- Prototype ShieldÂ
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- USB Cable ×1
- Jumper Wires (Male-Male ×30, Male-Female ×10)
- Resistors (220?, 1K?, 4.7K?, 10K?, 1M?)
- LEDs (Red, Yellow, Green, RGB)
- Tactile Buttons ×4
- Tilt Switches ×2
- Light Sensors ×2
- LM35 Temperature Sensor ×1
- Relay Module ×1
- Piezo Buzzer ×1
- DC Motor with Fan ×1
- Potentiometers ×3
- 9g Servo Motor ×1
- IR Receiver ×1, IR Remote ×1
- Piezo Sensor ×1
- Microphone ×1
- NPN Transistors ×3, PNP Transistors ×3
- Diodes ×5, Zener Diodes ×2
- 8×8 LED Matrix ×1
- 0.1?F Capacitor ×1
- Battery Holder ×1
Projects
Project 1 Blinking An LED [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 2 S.O.S. Beacon [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 3 Traffic Light [Step-by-Step Guide]
More Projects:
Project 4 Fading Light [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 5 RGB LED [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 6 Alarm [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 7 Temperature Alarm [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 8 Detecting Vibration [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 9 Auto Light [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 10 Driving a Servo [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 11 Controlling a Servo [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 12 RGB Controller [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 13 Mini Fan [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 14 IR-Controlled Light [Step-by-Step Guide]
Project 15 IR-Controlled LED Matrix [Step-by-Step Guide]
