Summary of Web Client Repeating using Arduino
This article explains how to perform repeated HTTP requests using an Arduino with an Ethernet shield. The Ethernet shield, equipped with a WizNet Ethernet controller, connects via SPI using pins 10-13 and optionally uses pin 4 for an SD card. The Arduino is configured with a MAC address, IP, and DNS to access the web page http://www.arduino.cc/latest.txt, displaying its content on the serial monitor. The shield must be connected to a network via Ethernet cable, and network settings should be customized accordingly.
Parts used in the Arduino Repeated HTTP Requests Project:
- Arduino board (shield-compatible)
- Ethernet shield with WizNet Ethernet controller
- Ethernet cable
This example shows you how to make repeated HTTP requests using an Ethernet shield. This example uses DNS, by assigning the Ethernet client with a MAC address, IP address, and DNS address. It connects to http://www.arduino.cc/latest.txt. The conent of the page is viewable through your Arduino’s serial window.
Circuit
The Ethernet shield allows you to connect a WizNet Ethernet controller to the Arduino via the SPI bus. It uses pins 10, 11, 12, and 13 for the SPI connection to the WizNet. Later models of the Ethernet shield also have an SD Card on board. Digital pin 4 is used to control the slave select pin on the SD card.
The shield should be connected to a network with an ethernet cable. You will need to change the network settings in the program to correspond to your network.
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In the above image, the Arduino would be stacked below the Ethernet shield.
Schematic
Code:
/* Repeating Web client This sketch connects to a a web server and makes a request using a Wiznet Ethernet shield. You can use the Arduino Ethernet shield, or the Adafruit Ethernet shield, either one will work, as long as it's got a Wiznet Ethernet module on board.
Hardware Required
- Arduino Ethernet Shield
- Shield-compatible Arduino board
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