From 247bb0cd86561923cb98bba8cc61913691cafb38 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Erik <48140503+ErikdBr@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Fri, 12 Jul 2019 23:40:17 +0200 Subject: [PATCH] Update FAQ-en.md (#286) * Update FAQ-en.md * Update FAQ-en.md * Update FAQ-en.md Changed the alignment of the config tab --- docs/FAQ-en.md | 45 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 45 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/FAQ-en.md b/docs/FAQ-en.md index 4c1a7d30..3d823801 100644 --- a/docs/FAQ-en.md +++ b/docs/FAQ-en.md @@ -31,3 +31,48 @@ To achieve a sufficient WLAN signal strength you can do the following things: - Break open the faradic cage. This is possible by electrically separating the lid from the pot. Can be achieved by applying a silicone sealant between the two parts. - Use a passive antenna. Use a shielded cable that is stripped from both ends (i. e. Lambda/4), where one side ends in the pot, exactly 3.2mm. This is transmitted passively from the inside to the outside and vice versa. A good example can be found here: http://hobbybrauer.de/forum/viewtopic.php?p=208782#p208782 - Install a wifi range extender next to the barrel to increase the signal level. + +- ***What should I do if my iSpindel isn't working properly after flashing it with the firmware?*** + +For unclear reasons sometimes it looks like flashing of the iSpindel went well while it actually didn’t which could lead to unpredictable behavior. +This behavior could be but is not limited to: +- the blue led of the wemos stays on permanently +- parts of configuration is not saved, e.g. offset tilt + +The solution to this can be initializing the memory of the wemos before flashing it with the iSpindel firmware.(as if you were formatting a new harddrive before you can use it) + +Here is how to do that using NODEMUCU FIRMWARE PROGRAMMER + +To initialize: + +In the Config Tab +```` + 1st column 2nd column +1st Line: INTERNAL://NODEMCU 0x00000 +2nd Line: INTERNAL://BLANK 0x01000 +```` +In the Advanced Tab +Set the Baudrate to 115200 + +In the Operation Tab +Click Flash(E) and wait till the flashing is done + +To flash with the iSpindel firmware: + +In the Config Tab +```` + 1st column 2nd column +1st Line: C:\iSpindel-6.0.6.bin 0x00000 +```` +Where “C:\iSpindel-6.0.6.bin” is to be replaced by the path to your firmware file +Make sure all the other lines in the Config tab are cleared and only the checkbox in front of your firmware path is checked. + +In the Advanced Tab +Set the Baudrate to 115200 + +In the Operation Tab +Click Flash(E) and wait till the flashing is done + +It now should work properly. + +Source: https://www.homebrewtalk.com/forum/threads/ispindle-diy-electronic-hydrometer.598187/page-19#post-8366882