User Manual

Banana PI User Manual
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Use method
Step 1: Get what you need
First time to enjoy your Banana Pi, you need at least the accessories in the table
below.
No. Item Minimu recommended specification & notes
1
SD card
 Minimum size 4Gb; class 4 (the class indicates how fast
the card is).
 We recommend using branded SD cards as they are
more reliable.
2a
HDMI(Full sized)
to HDMI / DVI
lead
 HDMI to HDMI lead (for HD TVs and monitors with
HDMI input).
OR
HDMI to DVI lead (for monitors with DVI input).
2b
AV video lead
 A standard AV video lead to connect to your analogue
display if you are not using the HDMI output.
3
Keyboard and
mouse
 Any standard USB keyboard and mouse should work.
 Keyboards or mice that take a lot of power from the
USB ports, however, may need a powered USB hub.
This may include some wireless devices.
4
Ethernet
cable/USB
WiFi(Optional)
 Networking is optional, although it makes updating and
getting new software for your Banana Pi much easier.
5
Micro USB power
adapter
 A good quality, micro USB power supply that can
provide at least 700mA at 5Vis essential.
 Many mobile phone chargers are suitable—check the
label on the plug.
6
Audio lead
(Optional)
 You can choose a 3.5mm jack audio led to connect to
audio port to get stereo audio.
7
Mobile Hard disk
(Optional)
 You can choose to connect a mobile hard disk to SATA
port to store more files.