Virtuabotixrtch Arduino Library ^new^

Have you ever built an Arduino project that needed to know the exact time? Whether you're making a digital clock, a timed plant waterer, or a data logger, a standard Arduino can’t keep accurate time once the power goes out.

This library is the perfect choice if you are using a DS1302 module, are a beginner, or want the simplest possible code for a basic clock project. Its direct variable access makes it exceptionally easy to work with. virtuabotixrtch arduino library

(Note: Always check your specific module’s pinout labels, as they can vary by manufacturer.) Have you ever built an Arduino project that

That’s where modules come in, and the virtuabotixRTC library is one of the easiest ways to get them running. Why Use the VirtuabotixRTC Library? Its direct variable access makes it exceptionally easy

| DS1302 Module Pin | Connect to Arduino Pin | | :--- | :--- | | | 5V | | GND | GND | | CLK | Digital Pin 6 | | DAT | Digital Pin 7 | | RST | Digital Pin 8 |

// Define the pins for the DS1302 // Arguments: RST(CE), DAT(I/O), CLK virtuabotixRTC myRTC(6, 7, 8);

Once the library is installed and your DS1302 is wired up, you can start using it. The code below demonstrates how to set the time for the first time and then read it back over the Serial Monitor.