Before you get started assembling your kit, check to make sure that you have everything you need.

System requirements:

• Ethernet connection with Internet service (10BaseT or 100Base-T with DHCP addressing)
• 100-240V a/c power outlet (50/60Hz)
• A houseplant with soil at least 3″ deep

Parts:

(1) leaf PCB	(2) 22pF capacitors	(1) 10µF capacitor
(1) 100µF capacitor	(1) ATMEGA368 microcontroller	(1) 3.3V regulator
(1) power jack	(1) 6-pin Male Header	(2) 20-pin female sockets
(2) LEDs	] 1) 2N3904 transistor	(1) 16MHz crystal
(1) 10K ohm resistor	(2) 220 ohm resistors	(2) 100 ohm resistors
(2) tactile switches	(1) WIZ811MJ Ethernet module	(1) terminal block
(1) 28-pin IC socket	(2) 7″ steel probes	(2) 4″ cable ties
(1) 0.1µF capacitor	(1) 5V DC poweradaptor	(1) 3-pin header w/ jumper

The 5V DC power adapter included in the kit is rated for 120V/220V, so it’s appropriate for use worldwide. You may of course need a plug adapter to match your region’s sockets.

You’ll also need:

Optional:

If you’d like, you can use helping hands or a (small work vice like the PanaVise Junior 201). However these are not required – you can assemble the whole kit on a flat work surface.

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