Turn your pi into a tablet with The SmartPi Touch case

1

Use protection.

Affix the transparent rubber feet to the base. Stick the two square foam pads on the Pi trapdoor and near the case corner (where the GPIO side of the Pi will rest). Your display may come with a short ribbon cable, in which case you should replace this with the longer one provided.

2

Connect the power

Use the dual-micro USB adapter to connect both the display’s and the Pi’s power supplies. It’s especially important to have sufficient power to supply both of these appliances. A PC’s USB port can typically deliver 500mA, which explains the thunderbolt in the next picture.

3

Connect the DSI ribbon

Connect the ribbon connector to the Pi and place it in the cavity. It can be held in place with one or two of the small, silver screws. If you use that second screw by the USB ports then you won’t be able to use the trapdoor, which otherwise secures that side of the Pi in place.

4

Secure the base

Fix the case to the base with the generously provided tool. Don’t overtighten the bolts because then your hinge will lose its vigour. Place the touchscreen carefully into the case and feed the ribbon cable through the aperture. Secure it in place with the four dark-coloured screws.

5

Enjoy the view

Cross your fingers and plug in the power. An up-to-date Raspbian will have all the necessary drivers and the display should fire into life. Note the power warning in the corner. Also note that to change the micro SD card while the Pi is mounted, you’ll need to unscrew it and flip it over.

6

Take pictures

The Smart Pi Touch case includes a LEGO compatible case for the official Pi Cam. Feed the ribbon cable through the slot. Affix the top and clip the case on to the side or on top. Note that connecting the ribbon through the trapdoor is difficult and so you may prefer to remove it.