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This post walks you through the step-by-step process of flashing MicroPython firmware onto the ESP32-C5_MINI . 1. Download the MicroPython Firmware First, grab the correct binary for your chip: Visit the official MicroPython Download Page . Search or scroll down to the ESP32 section and locate the ESP32-C5 targets. Select ESP32-C5 by Espressif and download your preferred .bin file version. 2. Flash the Firmware (The 0x2000 Offset) To flash the firmware, connect your board to your computer and run the following esptool command. ⚠️ Crucial Note: Unlike older ESP32 chips (like the S3) which often start flashing at 0x0 , the ESP32-C5 requires you to write the flash starting exactly at address 0x2000 . Run this command in your terminal (replace PORTNAME and the .bin filename with your actual values): esptool --port PORTNAME ...

Hello World on ESP32-C5_MIINI , list info and blink onboard LED (on IO23). ESP32-C5_MINI_hello.ino #define LED 23 void setup() { delay(2000); Serial.begin(115200); delay(1000); // initialize digital pin of the ESP32-C5_MINI onboard LED as an output. pinMode(LED, OUTPUT); digitalWrite(LED, LOW); // LED ON Serial.println("\n===================================="); Serial.println("Arduino_Hello World example"); Serial.println("ESP32-C5_MINI"); Serial.println("===================================="); Serial.printf("Chip model: %s\n", ESP.getChipModel()); Serial.printf("Chip revision: %d\n", ESP.getChipRevision());// Get ESP-IDF Version Serial.print("ESP-IDF Version: "); Serial.println(esp_get_idf_version()); #ifdef ESP_ARDUINO_VERSION_STR Serial.print("Arduino-ESP32 Core Version (String): "); Serial.println(ESP_ARDUINO_VERSION_STR); #else Serial.println("E...

ESP32-C5_MINI esptool read flash-id of ESP32-C5_MINI esptool --port COM4 flash-id Exercises: ~ Hello ESP32-C5_MIINI MicroPython: ~  Flashing MicroPython Firmware on the ESP32-C5_MINI using esptool

my dev.board WeActStudio.STM32G474CoreBoard Github: https://github.com/WeActStudio/WeActStudio.STM32G474CoreBoard.git Gitee: https://gitee.com/WeAct-TC/WeActStudio.STM32G474CoreBoard.git

Basic Test run on  Waveshare ESP32-S3-Touch-LCD-4B , with built-in 4inch 480 × 480 resolution ST7701 RGB interface LCD. S3_ST7701_basictest.ino /* Basic test run on Waveshare ESP32-S3-Touch-LCD-4B https://coxxect.blogspot.com/2026/06/waveshare-esp32-s3-touch-lcd-4b-hello.html Remark about "USB CDC On Boot" option for Serial.print() If host PC connect to USB TO UART port (lower one), select USB CDC On Boot: "Disabled". If connect to ESP32-S3 USB Interface port (middle one), select USB CDC On Boot: "Enabled" Otherwise, you cannot see the output by Serial.print(). */ #include <Arduino.h> #include "Arduino_GFX_Library.h" #define BL 4 Arduino_XCA9554SWSPI *expander = new Arduino_XCA9554SWSPI( 7, 0, 2, 1, &Wire, 0x20); Arduino_ESP32RGBPanel *rgbpanel = new Arduino_ESP32RGBPanel( 17 /* DE */, 3 /* VSYNC */, 46 /* HSYNC */, 9 /* PCLK */, 10 /* B0 */, 11 /* B1 */, 12 /* B2 */, 13 /* B3 */, 14 /* B4 */, 21 ...

In my previous post, I demonstrated how to download and display JPG images via WiFi on the Waveshare ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8 with an 240x320 ST7789 SPI TFT LCD using hardcoded filenames . This new implementation is much more flexible: filenames are now stored in a jpg_list.txt file on the server, allowing the ESP32 to download the images dynamically. I have also successfully tested this setup on the Waveshare ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16 with its 480x480 AMOLED (CO5300 driver) . (Scroll down for ESP32-S3-Touch-LCD-4B version). How it Works The program operates in three distinct phases: WiFi connection: The ESP32-S3 connects to a local WiFi access point and establishes communication with a Python-based HTTP server. Since the WiFi access point is a Windows 11 Mobile Hotspot and the Python-based HTTP server is running on that same PC, we can assume the server IP address is identical to the Access Point (Gateway) IP. Dynamic Manifes...

Prepare libraries to run HelloWorld on Waveshare ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16 , in Arduino framework. Following the steps in Waveshare docs, ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16 > Working with Arduino Notice: About display resolution: currently, both LCD_WIDTH and LCD_HEIGHT in libraries//Mylibrary/pin_config.h are set 466, have to set it 480 to match the actual resolution. The following exercise define LCD connection in code, so no need to #include "pin_config.h". S3_CO5300_basictest.ino /* Exercise run on ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16 https://coxxect.blogspot.com/2026/05/prepare-helloworld-for-waveshare-esp32.html Remark about "USB CDC On Boot" option for Serial.print() For Waveshare ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16 with a single USB port only, select USB CDC On Boot: "Enabled". Otherwise, you cannot see the output by Serial.print(). */ #include <Arduino.h> #include "Arduino_GFX_Library.h" // === #define LCD_SDIO0 4...

To install the Arduino IDE 2.3.8 on Linux Mint using the AppImage format, tested on Linux Mint 22.3 Xfce over VirtualBox on Windows 11. Step 1: Download the AppImage - Go to the official Arduino Software page . - Look for Arduino IDE 2.3.8 (or the latest version). - Click on the "Linux AppImage 64 bits" link to download the file. - You can move the downloaded file to other folder you want. Step 2: Grant Execution Permission By default, Linux treats downloaded AppImages as non-executable files for security. You must enable execution rights. Option A: Using the Terminal (Recommended) Open your terminal and navigate to the folder contain the downloaded file: chmod +x arduino-ide_2.3.8_Linux_64bit.AppImage Option B: Using the GUI - Right-click the downloaded .AppImage file. - Select Properties. - Go to the Permissions tab. - Check the box that says "Allow executing file as program". Step 3: Configure Serial Port Permissions (dialout) In Linux, your user accou...

A USB filter in VirtualBox allows you to automatically capture USB devices for use in a virtual machine (VM). This ensures that the device is passed directly to the guest OS when connected, bypassing the host system. Steps to Add a USB Filter 1. Install VirtualBox Extension Pack      Ensure the Extension Pack is installed on the host. It adds support for USB 2.0/3.0. Download and install it from the VirtualBox website . 2. Enable USB Controller in VM Settings      Open VirtualBox and select your VM. Go to Settings > USB. Enable USB 2.0 (EHCI) or USB 3.0 (xHCI) depending on your guest OS support. 3. Create a USB Filter      While the USB device is connected to the host, click Add Filter (+) in the USB settings of your VM. A new filter will be created with details like Vendor ID, Product ID, etc., pre-filled for the connected device. You can edit these fields if needed (e.g., leave fields blank for broader matching). 4....

In this exercise, I demonstrate how to download a JPG image over Wi-Fi, decode it using the JPEGDEC library, and display it on a 3.2-inch 240×320 ST7789 TFT LCD (4-wire SPI) . The project uses the Arduino_GFX_Library together with the Waveshare ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8 , running in the Arduino framework. Connection: 3.2" 240x320 ST7789 TFT LCD Waveshare (4-Wire SPI) ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8 BL --------------------------- GPIO26 CS --------------------------- GPIO23 DC --------------------------- GPIO24 RES --------------------------- GPIO25 SDA --------------------------- GPIO8 SCL --------------------------- GPIO10 VCC --------------------------- 3V3 GND --------------------------- GND Libraries: Arduino_GFX_Library and  JPEGDEC libraries are needed to be installed in Arduino IDE Library Manager. Basic Test: ESP32C5_ST7789_SPI.ino /* Exercise run on Waveshare ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8 Work with 3.2" 240x320 ST7789 SP...

3.2" 240x320 ST7789 TFT LCD (4-Wire SPI/8-Bit Parallel/16-Bit Parallel) T320H8-C40-11 Exercise: ~  Downloading and Displaying JPG Images via WiFi on ESP32-C5 with ST7789 SPI TFT LCD

Waveshare ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16 Product Pages: ~ https://docs.waveshare.com/ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16 (English) ~ https://docs.waveshare.net/ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16 (Chinese) ~ https://github.com/waveshareteam/ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16/ Arduino Framework: ~  Prepare HelloWorld for Waveshare ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16, in Arduino framework . ~  Dynamic WiFi Image Gallery run on Waveshare ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.16

In my understanding: To use 16MB Flash with LittleFS, have to select Partition Scheme of 16M Flash (2MB APP/12.5MB FATFS) or 16M Flash (3MB APP/9.9MB FATFS). Tested on  Waveshare ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8 . ESP32-xx_LittleLS_16M.ino /* Exercise on ESP32-xx to use 16MB Flash with LittleFS. In my understanding: To use 16MB Flash with LittleFS Have to select Partition Scheme of 16M Flash (2MB APP/12.5MB FATFS) or 16M Flash (3MB APP/9.9MB FATFS). But, if call simple LittleFS.begin(true), will fail. To use it, have to set partitionLabel to "ffat". In my test on Waveshare ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8: With "16M Flash (2MB APP/12.5MB FATFS)": LittleFS.totalBytes: 12451840 bytes LittleFS.usedBytes: 8192 bytes With "16M Flash (3MB APP/9.9MB FATFS)": LittleFS.totalBytes: 10354688 bytes LittleFS.usedBytes: 8192 bytes */ #include <LittleFS.h> #include "esp_partition.h" void setup() { delay(2000); Serial.begin(115200); delay(10...

arduino-esp32 read memory info, tested on Waveshare ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8 and YD-ESP32-S3 N16R8 . ESP32-xx_mem_info.ino /* Exercise run on Waveshare ESP32-xx - Memory info Tested on: VCC-GND Studio YD-ESP32-S3 N16R8 https://github.com/vcc-gnd/YD-ESP32-S3 16MB Flash, 8MB PSRAM WaveShare ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8: https://www.waveshare.com/wiki/ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-NXRX 16MB Flash, 8MB PSRAM */ #include <SPIFFS.h> void setup() { delay(2000); Serial.begin(115200); delay(1000); Serial.println("\n\n~ Start ~"); Serial.println("--- Memory Info ---"); Serial.println(); Serial.println("--- Model and Revision ---"); Serial.printf("Chip model: %s\n", ESP.getChipModel()); Serial.printf("Chip revision: %d\n", ESP.getChipRevision()); Serial.println(); Serial.println("--- SRAM (internal RAM) ---"); Serial.printf("Free heap: %d bytes\n", ESP.getFreeHeap()); Serial.printf("L...

Exercises (Arduino Framework) run on Waveshare ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8 , act as WiFi Access Point, and setup simple WebServer to control onboard RGB LED. ESP32C5_WiFi_AP_WebServer , act as Access Point and setup a simple WebServer. /* Exercise run on Waveshare ESP32-C5-WIFI6-KIT-N16R8 Setup WiFi AP, and a simple WebServer. details: https://coxxect.blogspot.com/2026/03/webserver-on-esp32-c5-wifi6-kit-n16r8.html Ref: Arduino ESP32 Wi-Fi API https://docs.espressif.com/projects/arduino-esp32/en/latest/api/wifi.html Github: espressif/arduino-esp32/libraries/WebServer/ https://github.com/espressif/arduino-esp32/tree/master/libraries/WebServer */ #include <WiFi.h> #include <WebServer.h> // Built-in lightweight HTTP server const char* ssid = "ESP32-C5_AP"; const char* password = "12345678"; // Create a web server on port 80 WebServer server(80); void handleRoot() { server.send(200, "text/html", "<h1>Hello from ESP32-C5 W...