Magnetcode is an Android App which can be used for coding and electronics circuit simulation (e.g. Bulb, DC motor, servo motor). Magnetcode coding is a type of pseudocode programming. Each command is placed in a color / mono color block. User can combine these command blocks to form a coding program for a project.

Yes. You can download Magnetcode from Google play store and create an account for free.

Yes. You only need to go online when you login and update Magnetcode.

Yes. You can power up a Inventor Kit using a 12VDC power adapter (similar with a phone charger) or 8 units of AA batteries.

Create advanced projects easily. You can use Magnetcode to create advanced projects without the need to purchase expensive modules, as Android phone / Tablet consists of many advanced modules, such as: colorful screen (to display photos, texts and play video), camera (to capture photos and videos), audio, vibration, Bluetooth, GPS sensor, gyro sensor, compass... You can use Magnetcode commands to integrate these modules into your project without referring to datasheets, e.g. door security system with camera, flood detector with Email alert, remote control fan...

a. Low startup cost: You can buy an Android phone / Tablet from Shopee or Lazada at a cost below USD45. Price of a Magnetcode Microcontroller board is as low as USD16.

b. Fast learning output: On average, a beginner with no typing or engineering background is able to cope with Magnetcode within 30 minutes (guided by self learning videos). On average, a beginner is able to complete a Magnetcode project within 15 minutes, e.g. Remote control bulb, beverage dispenser, push up counter, light dimmer.

c. Any place: Android phone / Tablet and Inventor Kits are light weight and small in size. You can do a Magnetcode project anywhere, e.g. in the playground, on the floor, inside a car, at a bus stop.

d. Low maintenance cost: It is easier to maintain an Android phone / Tablet as compared with a laptop or a desktop, as there is no need to format the computer, install an Antivirus software, or update the operating system.

e. Trending: Today, almost everyone has a Smartphone / Tablet, but not everyone has a laptop / desktop. Overall, people are shifting from a laptop / desktop to a Smartphone / Tablet for their daily tasks, e.g. gaming, sourcing information, online purchasing, presentation, social media... . Therefore, teaching coding using a Smartphone / Tablet would gain wider acceptance by students.

As Magnetcode has solved most technical issues (e.g. coding, wiring) involved in fabricating a project, you can spend more time on project observation, logical thinking, problem solving and project presentation. This learning process will enhance your analytic thinking ability, innovation and presentation skills.

Magnetcode can be used to create:

a. App project: such as QR scanner, digital clock, jogging counter, digital compass.

b. Automation project: such as automatic hand washer, pet food dispenser, automatic dustbin.

c. Robotic project: such as obstacle detection robot, line follower robot, robotic arm.

d. Wireless project: such as remote control robot, fan, window, pump, wireless security system.

a. Magnetcode is designed for children age 10 to 18.

b. Able to operate an Android phone or a Tablet.

c. Fluency in English is not a must but will be an advantage.

d. Typing skill is not required.

e. IT or engineering background is not required.

f. Magnetcode is not only for clever children.

You can buy it from your local online stores (e.g. Lazada, Shopee) / Magnetcode agents / Whatsapp to +6010-288 2938 to place order.

You can buy it from your local online stores (e.g. Lazada, Shopee) / Magnetcode agents / Whatsapp +6010-288 2938 to place your order.

Yes. If you:

a. Receive incomplete products (e.g. insufficient quantity or accessories)

b. Receive wrong product(s)(e.g. LED with wrong color )

c. Receive products with physical damages (e.g. broken plastic propellers, broken jumper wires, buzzers without connector, broken connector pins on sensors).

d. Receive faulty products (e.g. Microcontroller board, LED, water pump, bulb, buzzer, motor).

You can contact your merchant or Whatsapp us at +6010-288 2938 to solve your problem.

a. If you place your order through our agents, e.g. agents from Lazada or Shopee, you can contact them after placing your order.

b. If you place your order directly through us, we will send you a tracking code after your order is shipped.

Order from Malaysia: We provide free delivery for any order above RM200.

International order: You can Whatsapp us at +6010-288 2938 for more information.

You can Whatsapp us at +6010-288 2938. We will Whatsapp you whenever we have new activities.

Address: 3363-2, Jalan 18/31, Taman Seri Serdang, 43300, Seri Kembangan, Selangor, Malaysia.

Phone: +6010-288 2938 (Whatsapp)

Email: info@magnetcode.com

No. Magnetcode app only operates on Android OS 4.4 or above.

Yes. However, due to account privacy issue, it is not advisable to do that.

Your coding is saved in: Internal storage -> mydata folder.

Your simulation circuit will be saved in: Internal storage -> mydata -> Simulator folder.

Yes. You need to save your magnetcode projects by using 'Save Project'. Magnetcode coding is saved as the text file format (.txt). You can then copy / share the file to your laptop or desktop, and use any text editor (e.g. Notepad, wordpad, Ms word, WPS) to view or edit it.

Yes. You can click 'Export JPG' to save the simulation circuit as a photo (JPG format). After that, you can copy / share the file to your laptop or desktop and use any photo browser to view or edit it.

DC 10V to 12V. You can use a 12VDC adapter or 8 units of AA batteries to power up the Magnetcode Microcontroller board.

Yes. Example: After five different students create separate programs on their own Android phone / Tablet, they can take turn to test their programs on the same Microcontroller board.

You can only save one program in the Carrot or Salad board at any instant of time. The existing program will be written by new program.

Whenever you want to connect the Carrot / Salad board to an Android phone / Tablet (e.g. Download code or run a program without downloading), you need to switch it to the download mode (DL).

After you have downloaded a program into the Carrot / Salad board, you can switch it to the execute mode (EXE) to test the downloaded program.

No. A Carrot Microcontroller board can only be connected to a Android phone / Tablet at any instant of time.

When the LED on the Bluetooth module starts blinking, it means it is ready to connect to your Android phone / Tablet. After the Bluetooth module is successfully connected to your Android phone / Tablet, the LED on the Bluetooth module will be turned on and stop blinking.

Maximum is 10 meters / 30 feets.

The full name of the DOUT pin is 'Digital output pin'. It is used to output 0V (logic 0) or 5V (logic 1). The maximum output current of each DOUT pin is around 20mA. You can connect a low power actuator, e.g. LED, buzzer or the relay module to the DOUT pin for your project.

The full name of the DIN pin is 'Digital input pin'. It is used to detect 0V (logic 0) or 5V (logic 1). You can connect a sensor with digital output to the DIN pin for your projects.

The full name of the AIN pin is 'Analog input pin'. It is used to detect voltage from 0V (ADC value = 0) to 5V (ADC value = 255). You can connect a sensor with analog output to the AIN pin for your projects.

The full name of the SERVO pin is 'Servo output pin'. It is used to control the rotation angle of the servo motor. You can connect a servo motor to the SERVO pin for your projects.

The full name of the PULSE pin is 'Pulse output pin'. It is used to output pulses with 0V (logic 0) and 5V (logic 1). It is used to control e.g. DC motor speed, brightness of bulb / LED.

In general, short circuitry happens if you put any metal items (e.g. wire, key, coin) below the module (the soldering part). You can cover the soldering part with selefon tape, cardboard or acrylic board to avoid it from short circuit damage.

It is a submersible pump. Its operating voltage is from DC 3V (AA battery x2) to 6V (AA battery x4). You can turn on the water pump when you apply voltage to it.

The operating voltage of the mini DC motor is from DC 3V (AA battery x2) to 6V (AA battery x4). You can turn on the DC motor in either direction (clockwise or counter-clockwise) by inverting the polarity of the applied voltage.

The operating voltage of the micro servo motor is from DC 4.5V (AA battery x3) to 6V (AA battery x4). It can rotate from 0 degree to 180 degree. The torque of the servo motor is around 1.5kg/cm.

These 3 sensors are active low sensors. When these sensors are not triggered, they will give 5V (logic 1) and turn on 1 LED on the sensor module. When these sensors are triggered, they will give 0V (logic 0) and turn on 2 LEDs on the sensor module.

a. Ensure that the wiring is correct: pin VDD -> 5V pin on the Microcontroller board, pin GND -> GND pin on the Microcontroller board, pin DO -> DIN on the Microcontroller board, pin AO (if available) -> AIN pin on the Microcontroller board.

b. Each sensor has an on board potentiometer (with '+' marker) which allows you to adjust the sensitivity of the sensor (e.g. by using a screwdriver).

The Carrot Microcontroller board uses Bluetooth (wireless) to communicate with an Android phone / Tablet.

The Salad Microcontroller board uses USB OTG (wired) to communicate with an Android phone / Tablet.

If your projector / TV has an HDMI input, you can connect it with a wireless mirroring dongle, such as a Mirascreen (HDMI)(around USD10). However, if your projector / TV only has a VGA input, you may need to connect a wireless mirroring dongle on a HDMI to VGA converter before connecting it to a projector / TV.

Yes. The new version of the Magnetcode App will support all existing Magnetcode boards (e.g. Carrot, Salad).

Yes. The new version of the Magnetcode App will support all existing codes and simulation circuits.

No. Your codes and simulation circuits will remain in your Android phone / Tablet unless you delete it on purpose.