This is a shield for beginners and advanced users alike. It has the following features:
* 16X2 LCD character display
* 6 push buttons – four arranged in arrow keys and two more on the side
* 2 RJ11 ports for long and robust connections with sensors or control devices
* Optional buzzer and LED in place of the RJ11 ports
* Real time clock with battery backup keeps the time when Arduino is turned off
* EEPROM for easy data logging keeps data when Arduino is turned off
* GPS connector and breakout for this popular GPS module
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http://www.sparkfun.com/commerce/product_info.php?products_id=465)
* Reset button for Arduino
* All Arduino pins are brought out for maximal flexibility.
* Hackable for more functionality (see the end of the assembling)
Dedicated page:
http://liudr.wordpress.com/phi-1-shield/Documentation:
http://www.mediafire.com/?ku1jzkvpput6vadWhere to buy:
bare PCB or
kit I have written many fully functional codes for this shield, GPS logging, display, input letters, numbers or symbols with the keys (Morse code trainer), alarm clock, menu functions etc.