Arduino® Portenta H7
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Arduino® Portenta H7 / Rev. 01 - 25/11/2021
2 The Board
2.1 Application Examples
Due to the dual core processing and the low-power capabilities, Portenta supports a wide array of applications.
Machine Vision: In combination with the Portenta Vision Shield it can run machine vision applications. This allows
to detect the presence or movement of objects in a video stream.
AI & Machine Learning: Thanks to the power of the two cores it can simultaneously read data from sensors or
other devices on one core while the other core processes the data stream and uses machine learning to make
sense of the data. When used with the Portenta Vision Shield its camera module or the two directional
microphones can be used as data sources.
Connectivity: The Portenta features on-board Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capabilities which makes it the perfect
candidate for reliable IoT applications. When used together with the Portenta Vision Shield it enables LoRa
communication in places where it needs to communicate efficiently over a long distance. The Vision Shield also
features an Ethernet port that allows for wired networking applications.
2.2 Accessories
The Portenta H7 Vision Shield is a rapid pathway to developing applications that combine vision, audio and
connectivity. The ultra low power HM-01B0 CMOS image sensor is designed with always-on applications in mind.
The 324x324 data stream can be used with either the Arduino toolchain or OpenMV for gestures, ambient light,
proximity sensing, and object identification. The large pixel size (3.6μm) provides a high signal-to-noise ratio. The
two omnidirectional digital-microphones (MP34DB02) allows concurrent capture of stereo sounds alongside the
video stream on the MicroSD Card, as well as for beamforming uses. Connectivity is provided by either ethernet or
LoRa technology. LoRa technology enables the use of this platform as part of wireless sensor network solutions.
2.3 Related Products
Portenta H7 Lite
Portenta H7 Lite Connected