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ESP32 / Re: ESP-POE having problems wi...
Last post by djpeterlewis - Today at 12:47:02 PMHi
the software is open source. You can install it here https://install.wled.me/
You select using the ESP32-POE as the ethernet device which is your product.
The code for this project is also open source and can be downloaded from GIT
the link to the GIT Code is
https://github.com/Aircoookie/
This is the similar board that we used the same code ver 14.3 to test with. Granted it does not have POE.
https://quinled.info/quinled-dig-octa-brainboard-32-8l/
He used GPIO 0 for the output to the LEDS.
There is a whole process I went through to determine where I felt the problem was.
1. Installed WLED and ran the internal patterns - no flashing
2. Ran Artnet though Ethernet port - Flashing
3. Ran Artnet through Wifi - No Flashing
4. Added Level Converter - still Flashing
5. Added 1000uf capacitor after the BUC converter near to the ESP - still flashing
6. tried 4 different versions of WLED including the latest BETA versions.
7. Changed Power Supply with different brand - Circuit draws 1.4A we tried both 6A and 4A
8. Tried different GPIO, 16, 15 and 32
please dont get me wrong, I love your board.
Flashing defined:-
The easiest way to see it is to use a program that sends Artnet data like a free one JINX or Madrix.
Then on Blackout leave it for up to 10 minutes and there will be random flashes, sometimes all 100 pixels and other time only a few. Sometimes they are 3-4 minutes apart and other times within 1 minute.
I only use 100 Pixels per controller for this project. They are WS2815 12v.
I have tried with and without inline resistors on the data line
The fact that the LEDs work perfectly by either using the Internal Patterns and ARTNET using the Wifi Connection points towards 2 areas.
1. There is a problem with the WLED code or
2. There is compatibility issue between WLED and the ESP-POE.
By getting a similar product that works through the same code chain , helps me to eliminate the WLED code (My personal feel)
If I have missed anything that you can suggest. I am open to trying it out. I do not believe it is between the port and the LEDs as in 2 different ways it works perfectly. Having tested the issue it with a competing board and it works, narrows down the issue to your Wonderful board.
Thank you
the software is open source. You can install it here https://install.wled.me/
You select using the ESP32-POE as the ethernet device which is your product.
The code for this project is also open source and can be downloaded from GIT
Code Select
// ESP32-POE
{
0, // eth_address,
12, // eth_power,
23, // eth_mdc,
18, // eth_mdio,
ETH_PHY_LAN8720, // eth_type,
ETH_CLOCK_GPIO17_OUT // eth_clk_mode
},
Are the settings for your board. All other boards are specified and then they run though the same software chain to the output.the link to the GIT Code is
https://github.com/Aircoookie/
This is the similar board that we used the same code ver 14.3 to test with. Granted it does not have POE.
https://quinled.info/quinled-dig-octa-brainboard-32-8l/
He used GPIO 0 for the output to the LEDS.
There is a whole process I went through to determine where I felt the problem was.
1. Installed WLED and ran the internal patterns - no flashing
2. Ran Artnet though Ethernet port - Flashing
3. Ran Artnet through Wifi - No Flashing
4. Added Level Converter - still Flashing
5. Added 1000uf capacitor after the BUC converter near to the ESP - still flashing
6. tried 4 different versions of WLED including the latest BETA versions.
7. Changed Power Supply with different brand - Circuit draws 1.4A we tried both 6A and 4A
8. Tried different GPIO, 16, 15 and 32
please dont get me wrong, I love your board.
Flashing defined:-
The easiest way to see it is to use a program that sends Artnet data like a free one JINX or Madrix.
Then on Blackout leave it for up to 10 minutes and there will be random flashes, sometimes all 100 pixels and other time only a few. Sometimes they are 3-4 minutes apart and other times within 1 minute.
I only use 100 Pixels per controller for this project. They are WS2815 12v.
I have tried with and without inline resistors on the data line
The fact that the LEDs work perfectly by either using the Internal Patterns and ARTNET using the Wifi Connection points towards 2 areas.
1. There is a problem with the WLED code or
2. There is compatibility issue between WLED and the ESP-POE.
By getting a similar product that works through the same code chain , helps me to eliminate the WLED code (My personal feel)
If I have missed anything that you can suggest. I am open to trying it out. I do not believe it is between the port and the LEDs as in 2 different ways it works perfectly. Having tested the issue it with a competing board and it works, narrows down the issue to your Wonderful board.
Thank you
#2
ESP32 / Re: Serial Monitor with ESP32-...
Last post by dwd - Today at 12:18:03 PMThanks for the suggestions. Installing "developer Arduino for ESP32. 3.0.0-rc3" helped a little, as the "USB CDC on boot" option now appears (and is enabled).
Unfortunately, I still see the problem. In boot-loader mode, I see two ports (COM3 & COM4 - COM3 looks like the one that works), and I can upload a sketch. However, when I reset to run mode, the ports disappear, and so the serial monitor does not work. "Not connected. Select a board and a port to connect automatically." But, the Port menu option is disabled (grey).
I have tried 2 boards, different cables and different USB sockets
I guess there is some other magic missing!
Unfortunately, I still see the problem. In boot-loader mode, I see two ports (COM3 & COM4 - COM3 looks like the one that works), and I can upload a sketch. However, when I reset to run mode, the ports disappear, and so the serial monitor does not work. "Not connected. Select a board and a port to connect automatically." But, the Port menu option is disabled (grey).
I have tried 2 boards, different cables and different USB sockets
I guess there is some other magic missing! #3
ESP32 / Re: ESP32-POE: esp_eth_driver_...
Last post by LubOlimex - Today at 11:42:52 AMI've updated the manual and the web-pages, thanks again for the report.
#4
UEXT / Re: Changing I2C address of MO...
Last post by ilario - Today at 11:42:41 AMThank you indeed for releasing everything as open source 
#5
UEXT / Re: Changing I2C address of MO...
Last post by LubOlimex - Today at 10:21:34 AMYou are right, looking at the source code that is also published, and more specifically in OLIMEX.h there is list of all commands and corresponding code and at the bottom there is:
#define SET_ADDRESS 0xF0
I will be fixing the manuals, sorry for your troubles but thanks for the effort and contribution.
#define SET_ADDRESS 0xF0
I will be fixing the manuals, sorry for your troubles but thanks for the effort and contribution.
#6
ESP32 / Re: Serial Monitor with ESP32-...
Last post by LubOlimex - Today at 10:09:52 AMYour code works fine here: https://imgur.com/a/d9JChM2
These are the settings I use: https://imgur.com/Apk76Z6
I use latest developer Arduino for ESP32. 3.0.0-rc3
These are the settings I use: https://imgur.com/Apk76Z6
I use latest developer Arduino for ESP32. 3.0.0-rc3
#7
ESP32 / Re: ESP32-gateway...different ...
Last post by LubOlimex - Today at 09:50:34 AMCan you use other free GPIO pins instead of GPIO9, GPIO10, GPIO11?
#8
ESP32 / Re: Serial Monitor with ESP32-...
Last post by LubOlimex - Today at 09:48:35 AMThe board doesn't use USB-serial convertor, it uses the native USB of the ESP32-S2 chip.
You'd probably need to figure out which serial to use and have USB CDC on boot option selected.
You'd probably need to figure out which serial to use and have USB CDC on boot option selected.
#9
ESP32 / Re: ESP-POE having problems wi...
Last post by LubOlimex - Today at 08:12:09 AMIt would be impossible to solve this for you since we lack the same software and hardware as you but we can compare with the board that works.
> I did a test with another supplier of a board using WLED as well using the same settings
Which other board exactly did you use and where did you connect the LED on it?
> I did a test with another supplier of a board using WLED as well using the same settings
Which other board exactly did you use and where did you connect the LED on it?
#10
AM3352 / Re: Touchscreen compatibility ...
Last post by Christopher23 - Today at 07:22:53 AMA good choice for a small touchscreen that is compatible with the AM3359-SOM-EVB-IND is the 4.3-inch LCD with resistive touchscreen from Waveshare. This monitor has a resolution of 480x272 and comes with a USB touch control board, making it easy to connect to the AM3359-SOM-EVB-IND via USB port.