# Adafruit MiniPOV3 Kit

## Overview

![](https://cdn-learn.adafruit.com/assets/assets/000/005/563/medium800/adafruit_products_makezinepov.jpg?1396825429)

## Serial POV!
This project is the third revision of the MiniPOV. This version is nearly identical to the last version, MiniPOV2 but uses the serial port (possibly with a USB/Serial converter) instead of a parallel port, for programming. Because the programmer is built into the kit, one does not need a special "microcontroller programmer". This version can be used with PCs (Linux/Unix or Windows) and Macs (running MacOS X and with a USB/serial converter).  
  
I intend this project to be an ideal starting place for anyone who would like to:  

1. learn how to solder
2. learn how to assemble simple kits
3. learn how to program microcontrollers
4. make blinky stuff

Kits are available which provide all the components necessary to build & get going.  
  
- [Next Page](https://learn.adafruit.com/minipov3/f-dot-a-q.md)

## Featured Products

### MiniPOV 3 Kit

[MiniPOV 3 Kit](https://www.adafruit.com/product/20)
The latest MiniPOV kit is for serial ports so more people can use it! A simple POV toy for beginners who are looking to learn how to solder, how to program microcontrollers, or make LED blinky toys. Because the programmer is built into the kit, one does not need a special "microcontroller...

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### USB/Serial Converter

[USB/Serial Converter](https://www.adafruit.com/product/18)
This USB cable adds a DB9 serial port to your computer or laptop. Works with MacOS X, Linux and Windows. Note that this provides (approximately) +-6V serial (RS232) not 5V serial (TTL), good for old devices like GPS, handhelds, programmers, etc with chunky DB9's on the side. Some cheaper...

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