TIMI-MB Starter Kit

The TIMI-MB Starter Kit is a versatile breadboard-compatible display development module designed for seamless integration with mikroBUS™ Click sockets. It features a vivid 0.96-inch TFT LCD display driven by the PIXXI-28 graphics processor and includes a Mates Programmer for easy setup.

Encased in a sleek metal frame, TIMI-MB offers a stunning 160×80 resolution display with 65K vivid colors, ensuring clear visibility from any angle. Its mikroBUS™ interface allows for straightforward attachment to compatible development platforms.

The main interface operates on a 3.3V Asynchronous Serial UART, with three GPIOs that can function as Digital or Analog inputs, Digital Outputs, Controller I2C Communication, or PWM Audio output. This flexibility enables TIMI-MB to act as a stand-alone controller, a host-driven peripheral, or a tethered test instrument, all while powering external devices.

The module connects to the mikroBUS™ Click interface primarily via the Serial UART of the Click host. A selector switch enables easy programming by redirecting the RX signal to the programming header, allowing TIMI-MB to stay connected to the host board during programming. The reset function is linked to the mikroBUS™ RST.

A 5-pin programming header and a selection switch for programming mode or device connection to the mikroBUS™ Host are also included, enhancing the module's versatility.

Designed to simulate component readouts and meters, TIMI-MB accelerates development and conserves GPIO hardware typically limited in many projects. Its flexibility makes it ideal for engineers, hobbyists, and students of all skill levels.

Includes:

• 1x TIMI-MB
• 1x Mates Programmer
• 1x Hookup cable

Features:

TIMI-MB

• Powered by 4D Labs Pixxi-28 Graphics Processor.
• 160×80 pixel resolution TFT LCD (non-touch).
• RBG (65K vivid colors) display.
• 3.3V (5V tolerant) serial UART interface (300 to 2187500 Baud).
• Controller I2C (3.3V level) interface bus.
• 3 GPIO (3.3V level): 2 analog or I2C, 1 PWM Audio.
• 16MB Flash Memory.
• 32KB of Processor Flash Memory.
• 14KB of Processor SRAM for User Variables.
• 5Vdc supply input (3.3V possible).
• Dedicated 3.3V 500mA power output for User.
• Click board™ form factor, compatible with mikroBUS™ Socket.
• RoHS and REACH compliant.
• PCB is UL 94V-0 Flammability Rated.
• Weight approx. 6 grams.

Documents:

• TIMI-MB Datasheet
• Programmer Datasheet
• Mates Studio