Web Store: www.parallax.com Office: (916) 624-8333 Tutorials: learn.parallax.com Educator Hotline: (916) 701-8625 Sales: sales parallax.com Sales: (888) 512-1024 Tech Support: support parallax.com Tech Support: (888) 997-8267 Badge WX for BlocklyProp ( 20300) The feature-packed, battery-powered, WiFi-enabled Badge WX is ready for wireless programming with our free visual BlocklyProp or text-based C tools. Energize your events by using the Badge WX to store and distribute schedules, identify participants, share contact info, and play interactive games. In educational settings, the Badge WX encourages hands-on activities, student creativity, and collaboration while studying electronics and programming. Features Propeller 8-core microcontroller, 64 KB EEPROM, and 5 MHz crystal oscillator Wireless module for programming and WiFi communication 128 x 64 OLED display 3-axis accelerometer (1.5 g) for orientation and motion detection Two-way infrared communication MicroSD card slot Four super-bright, tri-color serial RGB WS2812b LEDs, and expansion port Two user-programmable status LEDs Two 3-way rocker buttons (left, right, press) Two passive touchpad buttons on the back Stereo audio and composite video output Convenient on/off push switch with status LED Supports long life rechargeable and non-rechargeable AAA batteries Reverse polarity protection if batteries are inserted incorrectly Access to I2C, 7 I/O s, RGB bus, Pwr controller, 3.3V, and battery voltage Protective acrylic cover may be customized or removed for alternative mounting Four mounting holes and two lanyard holes lanyard included Copyright Parallax Inc. BlocklyProp Badge WX ( 20300) v1.0 9/6/2018 Page 1 of 36 Key Specifications Voltage requirements: +3.5V to +4.5V DC (3x AAA battery holder included) Communication: ESP8266 WiFi module Operating temperature: -13 to +158 F (-25 to +70 C) Mounting holes diameter: 2.2mm Lanyard holes diameter: 4.2mm PCB dimensions: 70 x 54 mm Application Ideas Interactive lessons in programming, cyber security, and information diffusion in the classroom Interactive ID Badge for conferences, hackathons, and maker spaces Research and experimentation with parallel processing and social communication Develop portable games or interactive quizzes Expand existing projects with interactive OLED display and wireless control Tutorial Support The online tutorial Getting Started with the Badge WX and BlocklyProp will guide you through setting up your Badge WX for wireless programming with our free online visual programming tool. Tutorials and project links are under the Additional Resources tab on the 20300 product page at www.parallax.com. Read through this Product Guide for complete information about your Badge WX, and keep it handy as a reference for all of the Badge WX features. For additional software tools, tutorials, projects, and videos, check the Downloads and Additional Resources tabs on the 20300 product page at www.parallax.com . CAUTION Do not wear a Badge WX with conductive materials, such as metallic cloth, metal jewelry or buttons, or metal-clip lanyards which may short out against the Badge WX PCB. Protect the Badge WX from your skin, moisture, fluids, lotions, and static discharge from the environment. Parallax Inc. is not responsible for damage to people or objects caused by electrically connecting with your Badge WX. Copyright Parallax Inc. BlocklyProp Badge WX ( 20300) v1.0 9/6/2018 Page 2 of 36