Waveshare VL53L0X User Manual

VL53L0X Distance Sensor User Manual
Version: V1.0.0, Date: 2018.06.27 1
VL53L0X Distance Sensor
User Manual
OVERVIEW
VL53L0X Distance Sensor is a Time-of-Flight (ToF) ranging module based on the
VL53L0X from ST, with accurate ranging up to 2m, it is controlled through I2C
interface, and pretty low power consumption.
The VL53L0X is a ToF sensor which embeds the ST’s second generation
FlightSense patented technology.
Unlike conventional ranging sensors, the VL53L0X is able to provide accurate
distance measurement whatever the target color and reflectance, achieves better anti-
interference capability.
FEATURES
⚫ I2C communication interface, control the module on/off via IO pins
⚫ Onboard voltage translator, compatible with 3.3V/5V operating voltage
⚫ Comes with development resources and manual (examples for Raspberry
Pi/Arduino/STM32)
SPECIFICATIONS
➢ Operating voltage: 3.3V/5V
➢ Dimension: 20mm × 24mm

Waveshare VL53L0X Specifications

General

Brand	Waveshare
Model	VL53L0X
Category	Accessories
Language	English

Summary

Overview

Pinouts

Hardware

Using With Demo Codes

Working With Raspberry Pi

Details using the sensor with Raspberry Pi, including code setup and hardware connection.

Raspberry Pi Hardware Connection

Illustrates the hardware connections between the VL53L0X Distance Sensor and the Raspberry Pi 3 Mode B+.

Compiling and Running Raspberry Pi Code

Provides instructions for downloading, compiling, and running demo code for the VL53L0X sensor on Raspberry Pi.

Working With Arduino

Arduino Hardware Connection

Details the hardware connection between the VL53L0X Distance Sensor and the Arduino UNO PLUS board.

Running Arduino Examples

Instructions for copying library, opening Arduino IDE, and running example sketches for testing.

High Accuracy Ranging Example

High Speed Ranging Example

Long Distance Ranging Example

Single Ranging Example

Continuous Ranging Example

Working With STM32

STM32 Hardware Connection

Illustrates the hardware connections for the VL53L0X sensor with STM32 NUCLEO boards.

Running VL53L0X GUI

Instructions for running the VL53L0X GUI software with STM32 NUCLEO boards.