Arducam MEGA User guide

Brand: Arducam

Model: MEGA

Type: User guide

Arducam MEGA, the powerful and versatile camera module, brings exceptional imaging capabilities to your projects. With its high-resolution sensor, wide field of view, and flexible connectivity options, it's perfect for various applications. From robotics and IoT devices to security systems and wildlife monitoring, Arducam MEGA is your go-to choice for capturing stunning visuals. Its compact size and low power consumption make it ideal for embedded systems, while its user-friendly interface and comprehensive documentation ensure a smooth integration experience.

Arducam MEGA, the powerful and versatile camera module, brings exceptional imaging capabilities to your projects. With its high-resolution sensor, wide field of view, and flexible connectivity options, it's perfect for various applications. From robotics and IoT devices to security systems and wildlife monitoring, Arducam MEGA is your go-to choice for capturing stunning visuals. Its compact size and low power consumption make it ideal for embedded systems, while its user-friendly interface and comprehensive documentation ensure a smooth integration experience.

SPI Camera for Any Microcontroller

SPI Camera for Any Microcontroller

Getting Started

Published in February 2022

by ARDUCAM TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED

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Connecting the Camera to an Arduino UNO

Arducam Mega Camera Pinout

Wiring

Camera pin

Plaorm pin

def

VCC GND SCK MISO MOSI CE

Power Ground Clock Input Output Chip Select

Arducam

Mega

Arduino

UNO

VCC GND SCK MISO MOSI CE

5V GND 13 12 11 7

13

12

11

10

9

8

7

6

5

4

3

2

L

5V

A0

ANALOG IN

AREF

1

GND

TX

RX

RESET

3V3

A1

A2

A3

A4

A5

VIN

GND

GND

DIGITAL (PWM=

)

Arduino

TM

IOREF

ICSP

ICSP2

ON

POWER

0

1

TX0

RX0

Select Platform

Operating the Camera

02

Choose the ArducamSpiCamera Example

Operating the Camera

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Published in February 2022

by ARDUCAM TECHNOLOGY CO., LIMITED

Open The ArducamSpiCamera GUI Tool

Select the port number of Arduino UNO, set baud rate to 921600,

click open.

Download program

Operating the Camera

04

The camera is up and running.

Operating the Camera

05

You can also use the Arducam Mega with other Arduino boards with

SPI interfaces, like Mega, Mega 2560, DUE, Nano 33 BLE, etc.

NOTE

Platforms That Are Already in Our SDK

06

ESP32/ESP8266 >

Raspberry Pi Pico >

STMicroelectronics STM32 Series >

Texas Instruments MSP430 >

Raspberry Pi >

Platforms That Are Not Yet in Our SDK

07

Connecting the Arducam Mega to any MCU you are familiar with is

super easy and simple, simple use the following resources:

NOTE

Arducam Mega timing >

Wiring diagram of Arducam Mega >

How to write the SPI driver for your platform >

C API Reference >

How to use the ArducamSpiCamera GUI tool >

C++ API Reference >

To properly use the Arducam Mega Camera, kindly

note:

Before connecting, you should always power the HOST MCU

off and remove the power supply first.

Make sure you connect the wires correctly.

Avoid high temperatures.

Avoid water, moisture, or conductive surfaces while in opera-

tion.

Avoid folding, or straining the flex cable.

Gently push/pull the connector to avoid damaging the printed

circuit board.

Avoid moving or handling the printed circuit board excessively

while it’s in operation.

Handle by the edges to avoid damages from electrostatic dis-

charge.

Where the camera board is stored should be cool and as dry

as possible.

Sudden temperature/humidity changes can cause dampness

in the lens and affect the image/video quality.

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Instructions for Safe Use

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Arducam MEGA User guide

Brand: Arducam

Model: MEGA

Type: User guide

Arducam MEGA, the powerful and versatile camera module, brings exceptional imaging capabilities to your projects. With its high-resolution sensor, wide field of view, and flexible connectivity options, it's perfect for various applications. From robotics and IoT devices to security systems and wildlife monitoring, Arducam MEGA is your go-to choice for capturing stunning visuals. Its compact size and low power consumption make it ideal for embedded systems, while its user-friendly interface and comprehensive documentation ensure a smooth integration experience.

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