#esp32c6

[adafruit]

ESP32-C6 Feather is here, time to bring it up 🚀🛠️💡

The ESP32-C6 (https://www.adafruit.com/product/5672) is Espressif’s first Wi-Fi 6 SoC integrating 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5 (LE) and the 802.15.4 protocol. It brings the goodness you know from the low-cost C3 series (https://www.adafruit.com/product/5337) and improves it with Zigbee/802.15.4 at 2.4Ghz. That means it could make for great Matter (https://csa-iot.org/all-solutions/matter/) development hardware!

We took our Feather ESP32-S2 (https://www.adafruit.com/product/5000) and swapped out the 'S2 for a C6. Plus some re-routing and here's what we've got: a C6 Feather with lots of GPIO, lipoly charging and monitoring with the MAX17048, (https://www.adafruit.com/product/5580) NeoPixel, I2C Stemma QT port, and a second low-quiescent LDO for disabling the I2C and NeoPixel when we want ultra-low power usage. We also tossed a BME280 (https://www.adafruit.com/product/2652) on there, so you could use it immediately as a low power temp/hum/pressure sensor.

Now it's time to do the bringup - we like to blink LEDs, toggle pins, and also check that NeoPixels glow up. Good news: so far everything works! We're going to keep at it and see if we can maybe get a simple Matter demo going before we book the PCBs

[electricalinsightsdaily]

Understanding ESP32 Pin Configuration: A Developer's Guide

The ESP32 microcontroller has become a cornerstone of IoT development, thanks to its versatility and powerful features. One of the most crucial aspects of working with ESP32 is understanding its pin configuration and capabilities. Let's dive into the essential aspects of ESP32 pins that every developer should know.

GPIO Pins Overview

The ESP32 boasts up to 34 GPIO (General Purpose Input/Output) pins, but not all are available for use in most development boards. Some key points about ESP32 pins:

GPIO 6-11: Reserved for internal SPI flash connection

GPIO 34-39: Input-only pins with no internal pull-up/pull-down resistors

ADC Capabilities: Two 12-bit SAR ADCs, supporting 18 measurement channels

Touch Sensors: Up to 10 capacitive touch GPIOs

Special Function Pins

Several pins serve dual purposes or have specific functions:

Boot Mode Pins GPIO 0: Bootloader mode when pulled low during reset GPIO 2: Connected to on-board LED in many development boards

UART Pins GPIO 1 (TX) and GPIO 3 (RX): Default UART0 communication Often used for flashing and debugging

SPI Pins VSPI: GPIO 5 (CS), 18 (CLK), 19 (MISO), 23 (MOSI) HSPI: GPIO 14 (CLK), 12 (MISO), 13 (MOSI), 15 (CS)

Best Practices for Pin Usage

Strapping Pins Always check the strapping pin status before using GPIO 0, 2, 4, 5, 12, and 15. These pins may affect boot behavior if incorrectly configured.

Input-Only Pins When designing sensor interfaces, prefer GPIO 34-39 for analog inputs as they're input-only and less susceptible to noise.

Pull-up/Pull-down Configuration

ADC Usage ADC1: Can be used with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth active ADC2: Only available when Wi-Fi/Bluetooth is disabled

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

Don't use GPIO 6-11 in your projects as they're connected to the internal SPI flash.

Avoid using strapping pins for critical functions that can't be changed during boot.

Remember that GPIO 34-39 don't have internal pull-up/pull-down resistors.

Be cautious with voltage levels - ESP32 pins operate at 3.3V.

Conclusion

Understanding ESP32 pinout is fundamental for successful project development. By following these guidelines and best practices, you can avoid common issues and make the most of your ESP32's capabilities. Remember to always consult the official ESP32 technical reference manual for detailed specifications and updates.

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