FAQ

How to set the time

Unplug its power. Plug it in at pi o'clock.

How to read the time

You cannot. It only beeps at pi o'clock.

How to power the Minimal Pi Clock

The Minimal Pi Clock can be powered by plugging the USB cable into most machines an USB ports, such as laptops.

How to make a casing for a Minimal Pi Clock

My favorite casing for the Mininal Pi Clock can be found at the 'casing' page.

How expensive is the Minimal Pi Clock?

About twenty euros in total.

Can I make a Minimal Pi Clock myself?

Yes, it is rather easy. All schematics and code are on this website.

Will you make a Minimal Pi Clock for me?

No. But I can help. Or try your local hacker- or makerspace. One example is my Minimal Pi Clock workshop at the Uppsala Makerspace..

Do you think using an ATMEGA328 chip is overkill here?

Yes.