Key Features:
- The Kitronik ARCADE is a feature packed handheld gamepad for use with the Microsoft Arcade editor.
- Use the wealth of educational material available to create a game from the ground up or tweak existing code and learn the open source way.
- It features a full color LCD wide viewing angle screen.
- It also features 6 gamer input buttons, a menu button, a reset button and an on/off switch.
- ARCADE is supplied in a transparent reusable plastic container, also included are batteries and a USB lead.
The MakeCode Arcade editor has been designed to allow everyone, from beginners to experienced game enthusiasts, to create retro arcade games to run in the browser or on handheld consoles. It consists of drag and drop blocks that snap together to form programs. You can also write code for ARCADE in Javascript and Python. It ships in a plastic retail container that also contains batteries, USB lead, and a quick start guide.
The ARCADE can be powered by either 3xAA batteries or via the micro USB connector, with the battery holders located on the rear of the PCB. The three battery holders have been positioned to also act as hand grips for maximum comfort and control when gaming.
Item Specifics
1 - ARCADE for MakeCode Arcade gamepad.
1 - Laser cut protective case parts and fixings.
4 - AA Batteries.
1 - USB Type-A to Micro-B USB Noodle Cable (1m)
1 - Quick start booklet
1 - Reusable transparent plastic container
Processor: Atmel SAMD51J19A
Operating Voltage (Vcc): 3xAA – Alkaline or NiMH/NiCad (3.6-4.5V) or USB (typically 5V)
LCD screen resolution: 160 x 128
LCD screen size: 1.77 in
Typical Current Draw: Approx. 80mA
Typical Battery life (based on 3xAA 1500mAh batteries): Approx. 20 hours (depending on use).
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