Flashing Firmware Using Arduino IDE - tuanchris/dune-weaver GitHub Wiki

This guide provides instructions on how to flash firmware to your device using the Arduino IDE. Make sure to follow each step carefully to avoid issues.

Prerequisites

  • Install Arduino IDE
  • Connect your board (Arduino UNO or ESP32 Dev Module) to your computer via USB

Install the required library

  • Open Arduino IDE.
  • Go to Sketch > Include Library > Manage Libraries.
  • Search for AccelStepper and install it.

Selecting the Right Board

Depending on your hardware, select the appropriate board in the Arduino IDE:

For Arduino UNO:

  1. Open Arduino IDE.
  2. Go to Tools > Board > Arduino AVR Boards and select Arduino UNO.
  3. Select the correct port under Tools > Port (e.g., COM3 on Windows, /dev/ttyUSB0 on Linux/Mac).

For ESP32 Dev Module:

  1. Install the ESP32 Board Support Package if not already installed. You can do this via Arduino IDE > Preferences and adding the following URL under Additional Board Manager URLs: 
    https://raw.githubusercontent.com/espressif/arduino-esp32/gh-pages/package_esp32_index.json
  2. Go to Tools > Board > ESP32 Arduino and select ESP32 Dev Module.
  3. Select the correct port under Tools > Port (e.g., COM4 on Windows, /dev/ttyUSB1 on Linux/Mac).
  4. Set the baud rate to 115200 under Tools > Upload Speed.

Flashing the Firmware

For Arduino UNO:

  1. Open the corresponding firmware file in firmware/arduino_code/ or firmware/arduino_code_TMC2209/.
  2. Click Verify (✔) to compile the code.
  3. Click Upload (→) to flash the firmware to the board.

For ESP32:

  1. Open the corresponding firmware file in firmware/esp32/ or firmware/esp32_TMC2209/.
  2. Click Verify (✔) to compile the code.
  3. Click Upload (→) to flash the firmware to the board.

Important Notes

  • After testing the serial output in the Serial Monitor, close it. Leaving it open will prevent the frontend from connecting to the device.
  • If you encounter issues with flashing the ESP32, try holding the BOOT button on the ESP32 while clicking the Upload button in the Arduino IDE.
  • Ensure you are using a high-quality USB cable that supports data transfer.

Once the firmware has been successfully uploaded, your device is ready to use!