GameCube does not power ESP32 correctly #253
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Unlikely, I think you just need to stabilize the unused pins (5, 26, 27) as indicated in assembly instructions: |
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Post some pictures were I can see the connection easily. |
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Don't use GC 3.3v leave unconnected, use the 3.3v from the ESP32 at the top. |
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Okay, I'll try that and I'll let you know the result. Thank you |
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Update: soldered 3.3V from the ESP to the unused controller pins instead of using controller's 3.3V line and still the same issue |
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I am using a wii the first model compatible with gamecube controllers and connect the data cable to IO19 the GND of the connector to GND of the esp32 and 5v to the VIN pin of the esp32 and then bridge pin D5,IO26,IO27 to 3.3v and that's it It works without problem and without using the micro usb to give it power, my wii is in the USA region |
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this is how i have it for gamecube where i am currently using it on the wii |
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Cool, I also plan to 3d print a case but I'll remove gpio pins to have a slim design. |
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Hello everyone, I built the BlueRetro device for GameCube using an ESP32-DevKitC-32E and while powering everything through micro usb I can get it working (I do only plug data line to the GC on pin 19), state led blinks correctly while pairing etc.. Then if I try to get power from the GC it does not work and the state led blinks very slowly (like once every 8-10 seconds). I measured output voltage from the controller cord that I'm using and I get 5V when I don't plug it to the esp module, 4.6-4.8V when it's plugged to the esp module. I'm afraid that it can't get enough power to boot up, can someone help me figure out why?
If it's relevant to diagnose the problem I'm using a Japanese GC with Xeno Mod, GB Player plugged and the power supply I'm using is a cheap Amazon one since I can't use the original 110V psu in Europe.
Thanks in advance!
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