Freenove 4WD Smart Car Board for Raspberry Pi User Manual

Welcome
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About Battery
First, read the document About_Battery.pdf in the unzipped folder.
If you did not download the zip file, please download it and unzip it via link below.
https://github.com/Freenove/Freenove_4WD_Smart_Car_Kit_for_Raspberry_Pi/archive/master.zip
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 Product quality issues
 Product use and build issues
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Safety and Precautions
Please follow the following safety precautions when using or storing this product:
 Keep this product out of the reach of children under 6 years old.
 This product should be used only when there is adult supervision present as young children lack necessary
judgment regarding safety and the consequences of product misuse.
 This product contains small parts and parts, which are sharp. This product contains electrically conductive
parts. Use caution with electrically conductive parts near or around power supplies, batteries and
powered (live) circuits.
 When the product is turned ON, activated or tested, some parts will move or rotate. To avoid injuries to
hands and fingers, keep them away from any moving parts!
 It is possible that an improperly connected or shorted circuit may cause overheating. Should this happen,
immediately disconnect the power supply or remove the batteries and do not touch anything until it
cools down! When everything is safe and cool, review the product tutorial to identify the cause.
 Only operate the product in accordance with the instructions and guidelines of this tutorial, otherwise
parts may be damaged or you could be injured.
 Store the product in a cool dry place and avoid exposing the product to direct sunlight.
 After use, always turn the power OFF and remove or unplug the batteries before storing.

Freenove 4WD Smart Car Board for Raspberry Pi Specifications

General

Drive Type	4WD
Motor Type	DC Gear Motor
Wireless Communication	Wi-Fi
Motor Channels	4
Servo Channels	2
Servo Voltage	5V
Compatibility	Raspberry Pi
Power Supply	6V-12V
Programming Language	Python
Sensors	Ultrasonic Sensor
Input Voltage	7V-12V
Onboard Interfaces	GPIO, I2C, UART

Summary

Welcome and Introduction

About Battery Information

Refers to a separate document for battery details.

Get Support and Offer Input

Provides contact information for technical assistance and feedback.

Safety and Precautions

Lists essential safety guidelines for product usage and handling.

About Freenove

Company Overview and Copyright

Describes the company's mission and intellectual property notices.

Parts List

Smart Car Board Components

Details the main control board of the 4WD Smart Car.

Machinery and Transmission Parts

Lists screws, nuts, motors, wheels, and related hardware for assembly.

Electronic Parts, Tools, and Self-Prepared Items

Lists sensors, tools, and components the user must provide.

Preface

Raspberry Pi Introduction

Explains the role and features of the Raspberry Pi in the project.

GPIO Pinout and Usage

BCM GPIO Numbering

Details the Broadcom SOC channel numbering for GPIO pins.

Physical and WiringPi GPIO Numbering

Explains alternative GPIO numbering schemes: physical and WiringPi.

Chapter 0: Raspberry Pi Preparation

System Installation and Components

Guide to installing the Raspberry Pi OS and required hardware.

Remote Access Setup

Instructions for configuring VNC and remote desktop access.

Chapter 1: Software Installation and Testing

Code Setup and Library Installation

Downloading project code and installing necessary Python libraries.

Interface Configuration

Enabling I2C and VNC interfaces on the Raspberry Pi.

Library Installation Program

Running the script to install all required software libraries.

Chapter 2: Assemble Smart Car

Mechanical Assembly Steps

Step-by-step guide to building the car's chassis and attaching components.

Module Installation Guide

Instructions for installing sensors like line tracking and camera modules.

Chapter 3: Module Testing

Motor and Sensor Testing

Verifying the functionality of motors, ADC, and line tracking sensors.

LED, Buzzer, Servo, and Camera Testing

Testing LEDs, buzzer, servos, ultrasonic, and camera modules.

Chapter 4: Light Tracing Car

Light Tracing Functionality

Explains how the car uses photoresistors to detect and follow light.

Chapter 5: Ultrasonic Obstacle Avoidance Car

Obstacle Avoidance Functionality

Details how the car uses ultrasonic sensors for navigation.

Chapter 6: Infrared Line Tracking Car

Line Tracking Functionality

Explains how the car follows a line using infrared sensors.

Chapter 7: Smart Video Car

Server and Client Setup

Instructions for setting up the server on Raspberry Pi and the client.

Remote Access Clients

Guides for running clients on Windows, macOS, and Raspberry Pi.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Car Malfunctions and Solutions

Diagnosing and resolving common problems with the car's operation.

Mobile App Control

Android and iOS App Guide

Instructions on downloading and using the mobile application for control.

Free Innovation and Custom Programming

Writing Your Own Programs

Guidance on developing custom code for the smart car.