Getting Started

This section guides you through setting up and using the Pi-Eliminator hardware and software.

System Setup

The Pi-Eliminator is designed to work with Raspberry Pi-compatible setups, but it is specifically intended to enable the use of NUC-style computers (like Beelink) and standard laptops with existing data collection hardware.

Prerequisites

To work with the design files, you will need:

• KiCad 7.0 or newer.

• Manufacturing files (located in the production/ directory).

Hardware Assembly

1. PCB Fabrication: Use the provided Gerber files in production/ to order your PCBs.

2. Component Sourcing: Refer to the production/bom.csv for the Bill of Materials.

3. Assembly: Solder the components following the schematic and PCB layout.

Software Setup

1. Installation: Follow the platform-specific instructions to install the necessary drivers and interface software.

2. Configuration: Configure the software to recognize the Pi-Eliminator and connected magnetometer hardware.

Connection

The Pi-Eliminator features a 2x20 pin header, allowing it to interface with devices that typically connect to a Raspberry Pi’s GPIO header.