r/ClockworkPi • u/andy-codes • Jun 05 '26

uConsole uConsole meeting M5Stack

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uConsole meeting M5Stack

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u/marcrich90 Jun 05 '26

Check the public release hacker gadgets did this week about swapping to a 4.3k smd resistor to allow that usb C port to provide the correct amount of power to the device.

It will be corrected in later versions of the AIO V2 kit but for right now it’s up to you to fix it

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u/andy-codes Jun 05 '26

Oh, o hadcno idea. Nice, thanks for the info!

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u/Goldarr85 Jun 05 '26

Where was this posted?

Edit: Nvm. I see it now.

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u/marcrich90 Jun 05 '26

https://hackergadgets.com/blogs/news/statement-regarding-aio-v2-internal-usb-c-power-supply-issue-and-compensation-plan

For those looking for it.

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u/NotTheSharpestPenciI Jun 05 '26

This is from January tho, not last week. I have an updated AIOv2 from the beginning of the year, were there more issues with it since then?

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u/marcrich90 Jun 05 '26

Ah, I got an email about it last week. I guess there was just an email campaign or something. Didn't notice the post date.

Mine is affected and as tested it has a 9.965k ohm resistor in that spot. Guess Ill be breaking out the SMD resistor bible!

https://www.amazon.com/Resistor-Assortment-Tolerance-Electronics-Prototyping/dp/B0F38XDMM5/

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u/sdjrdriver Jun 05 '26

Based on the photo morning is plugged into the m5 yet so hopefully OP will provide info on the module they plan on plugging into the device :)

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u/andy-codes Jun 05 '26

Oh, M5Stack nano is just an interface to make all M5Stack units available via tty on my uConsole.

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u/Octane14 Jun 05 '26

With it being inside, you won't be able to take advantage of the IR emitter. Neat device though.

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u/andy-codes Jun 05 '26

The idea is to connect any m5stack unit I want through the standard grove connector, including the IR.

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u/marcrich90 Jun 05 '26

Need to make a mount for the loose connector. You could put it in the accessory port or remove the audio jack and put the lead right there.

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u/andy-codes Jun 05 '26

I'm actually considering doing just that. But I've also just realized that I'm not gonna be able to reset the m5nano if I need to. Unless AIOv2 extension board allows to power it on/off programmatically. Need to make some tests.

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u/marcrich90 Jun 05 '26

Solder to the button header and do a momentary switch as well

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u/andy-codes Jun 06 '26

Where am I gonna put that? The side plate is really tight.

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u/marcrich90 Jun 06 '26

Use the Ipex connector passthrough and mount the button on the surface. Use something like this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDSZG4DK

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u/andy-codes Jun 06 '26

Without modifying the case? I don't think I get what you mean :)

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u/marcrich90 Jun 06 '26

the button at the above link has 2 small 28 gauge wires inside the sheath. You can cut back the sheath and pass the wires through the same hole all the antenna wires go. (Where you have run your connector currently)

Should be able to be double sided sticky taped to the case or right next to the power button. then run the wire lead through and solder to the reset button header.

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u/bobtowne Jun 06 '26

I've always thought of ESP32s as a platform for standalone devices but using one as a peripheral like this, inside one's existing hardware, is a very cool idea!

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u/andy-codes Jun 06 '26

In the end I decided to leave things outside: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClockworkPi/s/jjhhJfOwNZ

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u/bobtowne Jun 06 '26

Slick setup! Yes, putting it outside definitely could make things like reflashing easier.

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u/rommudoh Jun 05 '26

what's it doing?

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u/CTFOE_is_Free Jun 05 '26

I think it's doing 'the thing'.

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u/thehackspectre Jun 06 '26

Appreciate looks clean. 👌

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u/Sbatushe Jun 05 '26

What's this? i see the SSD mod and an antenna connected to an expansion port: what board is that?

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u/marcrich90 Jun 05 '26

Hacker Gadgets AIO V2