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# micro:bit target for PXT
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This target allow to program a [BBC micro:bit](https://www.microbit.co.uk/) using
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This target allow to program a [BBC micro:bit](https://microbit.org/) using
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PXT ([Microsoft Programming Experience Toolkit](https://github.com/Microsoft/pxt)).
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* [Try it live](https://pxt.microbit.org)
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### @description A Blocks / Javascript code editor for the micro:bit, a pocket-size computer with 5x5 display, sensors and Bluetooth.
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The [BBC micro:bit](https://www.microbit.co.uk) is a [pocket-size computer](/device) with a 5x5 display of 25 LEDs, Bluetooth and sensors that can be programmed by anyone.
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The BBC micro:bit was made possible by many [partners](https://www.microbit.co.uk/partners).
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The [BBC micro:bit](https://microbit.org) is a [pocket-size computer](/device) with a 5x5 display of 25 LEDs, Bluetooth and sensors that can be programmed by anyone. The BBC micro:bit was made possible by many [partners](https://www.microbit.co.uk/partners).
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The micro:bit provides an easy and fun introduction to programming and making – switch on, program it to do something fun – wear it, customize it.
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Just like Arduino, the micro:bit can be connected to and interact with sensors, displays, and other devices.
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The BBC micro:bit is packaged with sensors, radio and other goodies. Learn about the [hardware components](/device) of the micro:bit to make the most of it!
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### ~ hint
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**Looking to buy a micro:bit?** See the [list of resellers](https://microbit.org/resellers).
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### ~
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## Programming: [Blocks](/blocks) or [JavaScript](/javascript)
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You can program the micro:bit using [Blocks](/blocks) or [JavaScript](/javascript) in your web browser via the [micro:bit APIs](/reference):
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# Device
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### ~ hint
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**Looking to buy a micro:bit?** See the [list of resellers](https://microbit.org/resellers).
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### ~
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All the bits and pieces that make up the BBC micro:bit
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### LED Screen and Status LED
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The red lights are [LEDs](/device/screen) (light emitting diodes) and form a 5 x 5 LED Screen.
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### USB connection
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When you plug in your micro:bit, it should appear as ``MICROBIT``.
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When you plug in your micro:bit via [USB](/device/usb), it should appear as a ``MICROBIT`` drive.
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If you accidentally hold down the reset button as you’re plugging in your micro:bit,
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the micro:bit will appear as a MAINTENANCE drive instead of ``MICROBIT``. This is known as maintenance mode.**
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the micro:bit will appear as a MAINTENANCE drive instead of ``MICROBIT``. This is known as maintenance mode.
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To continue programming your micro:bit YOU MUST unplug your USB and reconnect it. Check that the drive now shows as ``MICROBIT``.
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**Use with caution. If you click on the drive while it shows as ``MAINTENANCE``,
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### ~ hint
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Use with caution. If you click on the drive while it shows as ``MAINTENANCE``,
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you can see which version of firmware you have running on your micro:bit.
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Firmware on your micro:bit should be up-to-date already.
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You can find the version of firmware in the 'version.txt' file on the micro:bit. Further information on the firmware can be found here:
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https://developer.mbed.org/platforms/Microbit/#firmware
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### ~
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### Compass
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The compass can detect magnetic fields such as the Earth’s magnetic field.
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### Pins
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The pins can be a form of input or output.
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There are labels for the input/output pins P0, P1, P2, which you can attach external sensors to such as thermometers or moisture detectors.
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You can read more about large and small pins [here](/device/pins).
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The [pins](/device/pins) can be a form of electrical input or output.
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There are labels for the input/output pins ``P0``, ``P1``, ``P2``, which you can attach external sensors to such as thermometers or moisture detectors.
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### Light level
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The screen can also be used a light level sensor (it's a really cool trick).
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### Runtime
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The micro:bit embodies many fundamental concepts in computer science. To learn more, read [the micro:bit - a reactive system](/device/reactive).
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Sometimes, your micro:bit may display an error code. For more information, see:
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* [the error codes](/device/error-codes)
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### How do I connect the micro:bit to my computer?
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Your micro:bit can be connected to your computer via a micro USB cable.
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### Technical Information
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The micro:bit has been designed to be a bare-board micro controller for use by children aged 11-12.
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More information is available at the [BBC web site](http://www.microbit.co.uk/device).
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More information is available at the [Microbit Foundation web site](https://microbit.org/device).
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# micro:bit - the device
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The micro:bit is a very capable device with many components:
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* [the USB connector](/device/usb)
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* [the LED screen](/device/screen)
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* [the buttons]
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* [the accelerometer]
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* [the compass]
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* [the pins](/device/pins)
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* [the battery plug]
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The micro:bit embodies many fundamental concepts in computer science. To learn more, read:
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* [the micro:bit - a reactive system](/device/reactive)
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Sometimes, your micro:bit may display an error code. For more information, see:
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* [the error codes](/device/error-codes)
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{
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"name": "Hardware",
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"path": "/device"
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},
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{
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"name": "Shop",
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"path": "https://microbit.org/resellers"
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}
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],
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"hasReferenceDocs": true,
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