Setting Up the Raspberry Pi

So next step.

We have a working python script to grab GPS data

We have a python script to plot that data on the screen.

Now we need to get it going on the RasPi.

So the hardware we will need

1. RasPi Model B
2. Powered USb Hub
3. 4GB SD Card
4. GPS Receiver.
5. Keyboard and Mouse
6. Cables Video and some USB Cables

Step 1 - Put the OS on the SD Card

Instruction are here. I'm using the Debian Wheezy Image

Step 2 - Connect up the Hardware

NOTE - Don't connect the power to the USB Hub until you are ready to power up !!!!

a) Connect Network Cable to your router (We'll WIFI it later)

b) HDMI to a screen

c) Connect the USB Hub (1 connection to the USB Ports, another one to the RasPi Power Connector) 

d) Connect the keyboard and mouse to the USB Hub

c) Connect the GPS to the USB Hub

d) Put the SD Card into the RasPi

You should have something like this.

Step 3 - Startup and Configuration

Now switch on the TV or Monitor and tune to the right channel and then plug in the power to the USB hub.

All being well the RasPi should boot to a setup menu.

Run through the setup, configuring Locale, Keyboard etc.

And Enable SSH !!!!! This will allow you to log into your RasPi remotely with a terminal program like putty from another PC. I find that much easier to do config work from a full sized keyboard\screen rather than using the Media Center Keyboard\TrackPad.

Once that is all done you should end up with a login prompt.

You can then login. The default logon and password is "pi" and "raspberry".

Your RasPi is now up and running. Give yourself a pat on the back.