Trackball Module- Parallax item code 27908

 

 

Trackball Module

 

 

Similar to the trackball found on many smart phones, this sensor is easily portable and can be used to replace a mouse in many applications. The Trackball Module comes with a built in center select switch and a red LED which can be programmed to light up the trackball when desired.

Features:

  • Built-in Center select switch and red LED
  • Detect movement in the up, down, left, right and diagonal directions
  • 8-pin DIP module is ready for breadboard or through-hole projects
  • Built-in 1 kΩ series resistors for compatibility with the Propeller microcontroller and other 3.3 V devices
  • Power requirements: 5 VDC
  • Communication: Four-pin variable-frequency binary signaling output (for trackball)
  • Dimensions: 1.0 x 1.0 x 0.67 in (25.4 x 25.4 x 17.08 mm)
  • Operating temp range: +32 to +158°F (0 to +70°C)

 

Downloads & Resources:
Trackball Modules Docs v1.0 (.pdf)
Propeller Demo Code v1.1 (.zip)