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SpiritBro V1 - V1.1

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@A2ThreeD A2ThreeD released this 27 Jun 01:43

Version 1.1

Changed code to have a 1s long power on pulse to test with FrankenGeek boards.

Board Flashing Instructions:

Unplug all power and wand connections from board.

🔧 What You Need:

  • A computer (Windows, macOS, or Linux)
  • The file: SpiritBro_1984.ino.uf2.zip
  • A Raspberry Pi Pico board
  • A micro-USB cable

📁 Step 1: Unzip the File

  1. Locate the downloaded file: SpiritBro_1984.ino.uf2.zip.
  2. Right-click on the file and choose:
    Windows: “Extract All…” or use a tool like 7-Zip
    macOS: “Open With > Archive Utility”
  3. You’ll get a file called:
    SpiritBro_1984.ino.uf2

🔌 Step 2: Put the SpiritBro into Bootloader Mode

  1. Unplug your SpiritBro from the USB cable if it’s already connected.
  2. Hold down the BOOTSEL button (the white button on the green microcontroller board).
  3. While holding the button, plug in the Pico using the micro-USB cable.
  4. Release the button after plugging in.
  5. A new drive called “RPI-RP2” should appear on your computer.

📤 Step 3: Copy the UF2 File to the SpiritBro board

  1. Drag and drop the file SpiritBro_1984.ino.uf2 onto the RPI-RP2 drive.
  2. The SpiritBro will automatically reboot and run the new firmware.
  3. Once you see a flashing green light, you can safely disconnect the board from your computer and connect it back into your pack.

✅ Done!
Your Spirit Bro V1 board is now running this SpiritBro_1984 firmware.