BirdNET-Pi Components and Parts List

My BirdNET-Pi Setup

To assemble a BirdNET-Pi system for real-time acoustic bird classification, you'll need the following components. This guide includes links to recommended products that have been tested with the system.

1. Raspberry Pi 4 Model B (4GB)

The central processing unit for the BirdNET-Pi system. The 4GB model provides sufficient RAM for processing audio in real-time.

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2. Power Supply for Raspberry Pi

Provides the necessary power to the Raspberry Pi. Look for a USB-C power supply with at least 3A output.

Note: If you opt for an enclosure that includes a power supply, such as the Miuzei Raspberry Pi 4 Case mentioned below, you can omit this separate power supply.
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3. USB Microphone with 20ft Cord

Captures bird sounds for analysis. A longer cord allows for flexible placement to capture outdoor sounds while keeping the Raspberry Pi indoors.

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4. Micro HDMI to HDMI Cable

Connects the Raspberry Pi to a monitor for setup and monitoring. The Raspberry Pi 4 uses micro HDMI ports.

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5. Heatsink for Raspberry Pi Processor

Helps in dissipating heat to maintain optimal performance, especially during continuous operation.

Note: The Miuzei Raspberry Pi 4 Case (item #10) includes custom-sized aluminum heatsinks. Do not purchase these separate heatsinks if you plan to use the enclosure, as they won't fit properly with the case. The heatsinks included with the enclosure are specifically designed to work with it.
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6. 32GB MicroSD Card

Serves as the storage medium for the operating system and data. Class 10 or higher is recommended for better performance.

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7. USB Mouse

Facilitates interaction during setup. A mouse with a USB dongle or a corded USB mouse is recommended, as setting up a Bluetooth mouse might be more involved.

Note: You may already have a suitable USB mouse that you can use temporarily during setup.

8. USB Keyboard

Essential for input during the setup process. Any standard USB keyboard will work.

Note: You may already have a suitable USB keyboard that you can use temporarily during setup.

9. HDMI-Compatible Monitor

Allows you to view the Raspberry Pi's interface during setup and monitoring.

Note: This is only needed for initial setup. After configuration, the system can run headless and be accessed via web interface.

10. Enclosure for Raspberry Pi

Protects the Raspberry Pi from environmental factors and can include additional features like cooling.

The Miuzei Raspberry Pi 4 Case includes a 5V 3A USB-C power supply with an on/off switch, a cooling fan, and four aluminum heatsinks.

Note: Purchasing this enclosure eliminates the need for separate power supply (item #2) and heatsinks (item #5), simplifying your shopping list.
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