Jessi McKissick
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29 lines
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# Fossdeck
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### An open-source modular system for science and fun based on the RP2040 platform and micropython.
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## The hardware
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The hardware consists of a handful of simple components:
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1. Raspberry Pi Pico (or compatible microcontroller)
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2. SSD1306 oled display (128x32)
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3. Some perfboard and momentary switches to create a control board
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4. A diy power junction to connect various things to
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5. 1100+ mah lipo battery
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6. lipo charge controller
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7. Wire (duh)
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8. A toggle switch to control power from the charge controller to the device
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(Pictures and schematic coming soon)
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## Flashing the software
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To install the operating system to your fossdeck:
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1. Install Thonny
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2. Open the main.py file in thonny
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3. Plug in your fossdeck
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4. In the bottom right of thonny, click "default"
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5. Select micropython
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6. Select install
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7. Once completed, press the play icon in thonny
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8. Select pi pico on the popup
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9. Thonny will flash the OS to your fossdeck
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10. Check your fossdeck's screen. If nothing shows up, check all of your hardware connections and ensure you connected everything to the correct pins.
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