Arduino Sensor Shield V5 0 Manual

This interface is extremely useful for connecting I2C‑based devices such as OLED displays, real‑time clocks (RTC), temperature/humidity sensors (like the BME280), or port expanders. Using I2C, you can control multiple devices using only two data lines.

Plug 3-pin sensors directly into the digital or analog headers. Servos: Plug servos into the digital headers ( D13cap D 13

The Sensor Shield V5.0 organizes the chaotic pin layout of a standard Arduino into specialized zones. The 3-Pin Sensor Headers (SVG)

Compatible with Arduino Uno R3, Leonardo, and Duemilanove pin footprints arduino sensor shield v5 0 manual

Understanding the layout of the V5.0 shield is essential for correct wiring. The board is divided into specialized zones, each serving a distinct hardware function.

The shield includes a standard header that routes the SPI bus:

This is the shield’s magic.

from the shield to isolate motor power from the Arduino.

Dedicated headers for I2C, SPI, UART (Serial), and Bluetooth.

These headers support both digital input (e.g., buttons, PIR motion sensors) and digital output (e.g., LEDs, relays, buzzers). They also work with any device that uses a standard servo‑style 3‑pin connector. Servos: Plug servos into the digital headers (

The core innovation of the V5.0 shield is the standardization of the 3-pin male header, known as the GVS interface:

The URF (sometimes labelled ) header is intended for ultrasonic range finders. It brings out two analog/digital pins (you can choose which to use) together with power and ground. This makes it easy to connect popular modules like the HC‑SR04 without any extra wiring.