Chrono Smart Clock Kit
A round-screen smart clock on a Pico W that sets its own time from the internet and shows the weather, a stopwatch, and a timer.
Chrono Smart Clock Kit
Key Features
- Set its own time. It asks the internet what time it is, so it is never
- Show the time your way. Pick giant digital numbers or an old-style
- Tell you the weather. Today's and tomorrow's forecast appear with
- Time laps and count down. It works as a stopwatch that records laps
- Switch with one button. Press MODE to step through all five faces.
Key Benefits
- Free, open lessons. The Clocks and Watches textbook has the kit page, wiring, and MicroPython code.
- Ready-made curriculum. 14 additional lab pages walk students through the build step by step.
- Classroom friendly. Built on a solderless breadboard or no-solder connectors.
- Wireless-ready. The Pico W option adds Wi-Fi for time sync and web projects.
- Instant feedback. Students see their code's results on lights or a display.
- Budget. Under $20.
Parts
| Part (price) | Role |
| Raspberry Pi Pico W ($5) | Microcontroller with Wireless |
| GC9A01 Round TFT ($3.19) | Display |
| GC9B72 Smartwatch Display ($5.39) | Display |
| Momentary Push Buttons | Input button / switch |
| Piezo Buzzer / Speaker | Sound output |
| 830-Point Breadboard ($1.10) | Breadboard |
| Micro-USB Data Cable ($2.50) | Power and programming cable |
Microcontroller listed first. Prices shown only where known; see the source book for quantities, wiring, and current prices.
About this kit: It has 13 labs, needs no soldering, and is for ages 10 and up.
Source: Clocks and Watches
Source: Clocks and Watches