Ghizzy
Robot-shaped Microcomputer
- Overview
- Commands
- Samples
- On-Module Code
Ghizzy is a robot-shaped DUELink microcomputer with two RGB eyes, ear and mouth LEDs, an on-board buzzer, two user buttons, and PCB USB-A legs that plug straight into a USB port. Both Uplink and Downlink JST connectors are on board, so Ghizzy can be hosted by another DUELink module or host a chain of its own.
Code it in Python, JavaScript, .NET, Arduino, or C++ — or run it standalone with MicroBlocks. The dedicated Ghizzy tutorial walks through a complete first project.
Pick Ghizzy for character-driven STEM projects, interactive desk toys, or event give-aways with built-in personality.
The "legs" are a printed circuit, not a standard USB connector. Works reliably on the vast majority of devices.
Key features • 2x RGB LEDs | Resources 📄 Schematics PID: 0x0C0001 |
Modules ship without cables to reduce waste. Some specialty boards include a USB cable; for the rest, see Cables to add cables to your order.
Commands this module accepts. See Samples for runnable code in popular host languages.
| Function | Description |
|---|---|
LEye(r,g,b) | Sets the left eye with r for red, g for green and b for blue color. |
REye(r,g,b) | Sets the right eye with r for red, g for green and b for blue color. |
Ear(l,r) | Activate the l left and r "ears" LEDs (1 on, 0 off). |
Mouth(l,c,r) | Activate the m "mouth" with l for left, c for center and r is right leds. |
BtnLdr() | Returns 1 if LDR button is pressed. |
PlyBeep() | Plays buzzer. |
DVer() | This driver version. |
Peek under the hood
The script below is this module's driver — it teaches the hardware how to respond to the commands listed above. It ships pre-loaded from the factory; most users never need to open it.
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Example code that calls this module's commands from popular host languages.
New here? See Get Started to connect a module and send your first command.
- Python
- MicroPython
- JavaScript
- .NET
- Arduino
- MicroBlocks
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This sample runs in MicroBlocks on a any host board that's connected/tethered to this module, or a chain of modules. This module keeps its official DUELink firmware and module driver and responds to commands from the connected MicroBlocks-running host. New here? See the MicroBlocks page.
There are two ways to use it:
Open the full sample — the complete project (the module's library plus a ready-to-run example) opens directly on the MicroBlocks website.
Add just the libraries to your own project — copy the link, then in your MicroBlocks project click Add Library → Cloud and paste it. This loads this module's libraries into your project without replacing your current work.
Copy Library LinkCode that runs directly on this module's MCU. See how On-Module Code allows modules to run standalone.
- Script
- Arduino IDE
- MicroBlocks
This example runs using the default DUELink Internal Engine using its Scripting Language, and it expects the module's driver to be loaded first, see the Commands Tab.
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See Arduino IDE page for more info.
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This project runs standalone. It assumes that the MicroBlocks firmware is already loaded on the module.
Click the button below to open, edit, and run the project directly on the MicroBlocks website.
Ordering Info
| Product | Part Number | Price |
|---|---|---|
| DUELink Ghizzy | GDL-SPGHIZZY-D | $9.95 |