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I've been rather busy, so it's been slow going, but I think it's about time I show off what I have so far.







The changes aren't huge compared to v1.5:



Breadboard compatible, no more tiny soldering pads

Same size as before (1.3 x 0.7 inches)

BATT- and GND are bridged by default (the bridge can be cut if desired)

The components are a little farther away from the soldering pads

The SD card sticks out more than before, hopefully making it easier to grab.



FET pulldowns are grouned to BATT-, not GND

Reverse polarity protection

Beefier 5v power supply

able to completely cut power to the SD card (this *should* make deep sleep possible)

the SD card power is also available on a pad, which could be used to cut power to bluetooth and displays during deep sleep.

uses resistor arrays to cut down on the number of components

one less pad for neopixel data

tl;dr; same size, easier to use, deep sleep







I don't think it comes to a surprise to anybody that I've been working on an updated Proffieboard design.I've been rather busy, so it's been slow going, but I think it's about time I show off what I have so far.The changes aren't huge compared to v1.5:tl;dr; same size, easier to use, deep sleep

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I've been rather busy, so it's been slow going, but I think it's about time I show off what I have so far.







The changes aren't huge compared to v1.5:



Breadboard compatible, no more tiny soldering pads

Same size as before (1.3 x 0.7 inches)

BATT- and GND are bridged by default (the bridge can be cut if desired)

The components are a little farther away from the soldering pads

The SD card sticks out more than before, hopefully making it easier to grab.



FET pulldowns are grouned to BATT-, not GND

Reverse polarity protection

Beefier 5v power supply

able to completely cut power to the SD card (this *should* make deep sleep possible)

the SD card power is also available on a pad, which could be used to cut power to bluetooth and displays during deep sleep.

uses resistor arrays to cut down on the number of components

one less pad for neopixel data

tl;dr; same size, easier to use, deep sleep







I don't think it comes to a surprise to anybody that I've been working on an updated Proffieboard design.I've been rather busy, so it's been slow going, but I think it's about time I show off what I have so far.The changes aren't huge compared to v1.5:tl;dr; same size, easier to use, deep sleep *raucous cheering*

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Link to Post Back to Top Post by protonerd on Great news! By the look of it a very clean design. Reverse polarity protection will reduce the risk of bricking the board and will therefore increase user-friendliness. That power switch broke out sounds excellent for anyone wanting to attach further peripherals and still make use of the deep sleep. Bring it on! Great job adding features, making the overall layout more user friendly and still maintaining the same size!

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Link to Post Back to Top Post by profezzorn on church said: Any estimate for when these would go live or is it way too early to guess that?

I really need to verify that things work well before I start selling large quantities, and that will probably take a little while.

It's difficult to be precise, because if problems are found, fixing them is a somewhat slow process.







I really need to verify that things work well before I start selling large quantities, and that will probably take a little while.It's difficult to be precise, because if problems are found, fixing them is a somewhat slow process.

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Also how will deep sleep work with buttonless sabers? Will this board be open source in case people want to build their own againAlso how will deep sleep work with buttonless sabers?

Yes, it will be open source.

The current idea is that deep sleep will keep the motion chip running, and you'll use a double-tap to wake the saber up.

Other implementations are possible of course.





Yes, it will be open source.The current idea is that deep sleep will keep the motion chip running, and you'll use a double-tap to wake the saber up.Other implementations are possible of course.

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Link to Post Back to Top Post by obi6 on The new features are just awesome. I love bigger pads and the bridge saves a bit of work. The deep sleep is a big bonus, but to me the best feature is the reverse polarity protection. Excellent work. Wishlist - I would love to see a thinner and less easily clickable switch for the reset and boot button. For tight chassis, the switch height is a teeny bit tall and too easily clicked. I hardly use the switch too and would love a lower one with perhaps a level or recessed press surface.

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Link to Post Back to Top Post by profezzorn on obi6 said: The new features are just awesome. I love bigger pads and the bridge saves a bit of work. The deep sleep is a big bonus, but to me the best feature is the reverse polarity protection. Excellent work. Wishlist - I would love to see a thinner and less easily clickable switch for the reset and boot button. For tight chassis, the switch height is a teeny bit tall and too easily clicked. I hardly use the switch too and would love a lower one with perhaps a level or recessed press surface.

Smaller switches are hard to find, but higher pressure buttons are available.



Smaller switches are hard to find, but higher pressure buttons are available.

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I've been rather busy, so it's been slow going, but I think it's about time I show off what I have so far.







The changes aren't huge compared to v1.5:



Breadboard compatible, no more tiny soldering pads

Same size as before (1.3 x 0.7 inches)

BATT- and GND are bridged by default (the bridge can be cut if desired)

The components are a little farther away from the soldering pads

The SD card sticks out more than before, hopefully making it easier to grab.



FET pulldowns are grouned to BATT-, not GND

Reverse polarity protection

Beefier 5v power supply

able to completely cut power to the SD card (this *should* make deep sleep possible)

the SD card power is also available on a pad, which could be used to cut power to bluetooth and displays during deep sleep.

uses resistor arrays to cut down on the number of components

one less pad for neopixel data

tl;dr; same size, easier to use, deep sleep



Great work!

I want to use it early!

Where is this going to be sold?

And what does 5v power mean? Does not work with existing 3.7v?





I don't think it comes to a surprise to anybody that I've been working on an updated Proffieboard design.I've been rather busy, so it's been slow going, but I think it's about time I show off what I have so far.The changes aren't huge compared to v1.5:tl;dr; same size, easier to use, deep sleepGreat work!I want to use it early!Where is this going to be sold?And what does 5v power mean? Does not work with existing 3.7v?



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Link to Post Back to Top Post by yodadawa on That's awesome.



My opinion is that keeping size is perfect as we can use the chassis already designed.



About small pads I don't see problems with v.1.5 for switches wires, as AWG30 fits well. For blade pads and power supply yes, the biggest possible as now are too close to Mosfets.



For sound volume I think the 3W is enough or it will be needed a way to silent the saber on the fly. Now with YY 3W speaker at 2200 is very loud.



Many thanks for the update!!!







