ELECROW CrowPanel Advance 7.0" ESP32 HMI AI Display

CrowPanel Advance -7 inch ESP32 HMI Display User Manual

Model: CrowPanel Advance 7.0" ESP32 HMI AI Display

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1. Kirish

The CrowPanel Advance 7-inch ESP32 HMI Display is an advanced human-machine interface (HMI) touch screen, serving as an upgraded version of previous CrowPanel HMI displays. It features an 800x480 resolution IPS screen and is powered by the ESP32-S3 chip, which acts as its core processor.

The ESP32-S3 chip integrates an Xtensa 32-bit LX7 dual-core processor, operating at up to 240MHz. It is equipped with 512KB SRAM, 8M PSRAM, and 16M Flash, providing robust data processing capabilities. The display includes integrated 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) functions, along with a built-in RF antenna, ensuring stable and reliable wireless connectivity. Its diverse interfaces and low power consumption make it suitable for various HMI applications requiring strong wireless capabilities.

This display supports multiple development environments, including Arduino IDE, Espressif IDF, PlatformIO, and MicroPython, and is compatible with the LVGL graphics library, supporting both MicroPython and C++ development languages.

2. Qutida nima bor?

Iltimos, paketingizga quyidagi barcha narsalar kiritilganligini tekshiring:

  • 1x CrowPanel Advance ESP32 Display-7.0 inch
  • 1x Wireless Module-ESP32-H2 (Optional)
  • 1x Wireless Module-ESP32-C6 (Optional)
  • 1x Wireless Module-nRF2401 (Optional)
  • 1x USB-A to Type-C Cable
  • 1x Crowtail/Grove 4pin DuPont cable
Contents of the CrowPanel Advance 7.0 inch ESP32 HMI AI Display box, showing the display, USB-A to Type-C cable, and Crowtail/Grove 4pin DuPont cable.
2.1-rasm: Paket tarkibi

3. Uskuna tugadiview

The CrowPanel Advance 7-inch display features a well-designed board with various ports and components for versatile use.

Diagram showing the dimensions of the 7.0 inch display (176.8mm width, 104.5mm height) and the layout of the mainboard with labeled ports and components.
3.1-rasm: Uskuna tugadiview with Dimensions and Port Labels
Detailed diagram of the CrowPanel Advance mainboard, highlighting various pin functions and connector types such as SPK, PWR, RST, BOOT, UART0-OUT, UART1-OUT, UART0-IN, I2C-OUT, BAT, TF, RTC BAT, Function Select, USB-5V-IN, CHG, and Wireless Module slot.
Figure 3.2: Mainboard Pinout and Connectors

3.1. Display Pin Definitions

PinTavsifUlagich turi
SPKOutput audio signal and connect to speakers. The mainboard has a power amplifier chip circuit.PH2.0-2P
PwrQuvvatli LED
RSTReset button. Press it to reset the system.
BOOT
UART0-OUTBuild communication between Logic modules, including serial communication module and printing module.HY2.0-4P
UART1-OUTBuild communication between Logic modules, including serial communication module and printing module.HY2.0-4P
UART0-INXH2.54-4P
I2C-OUTEstablish communication between the microcontroller and peripheral devices.HY2.0-4P
BATConnect lithium battery. (With battery charging circuit)PH2.0-2P

4. Texnik shartlar

4.1. Umumiy texnik shartlar

XususiyatTavsif
Asosiy chipESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8
CPU/SoCHigh-performance Xtensa 32-bit LX7 dual-core processor, up to 240MHz
Tizim xotirasi512KB SRAM, 8M PSRAM
Xotira16M Flash, 384KB ROM
Rivojlanish tiliMicroPython, C/C++
Rivojlanish muhitiESP-IDF, Arduino IDE, PlatformIO, Micro Python, LVGL
Ekran o'lchami7.0 dyuym
Haydovchi ICSC7277
Rezolyutsiya800*480
Displey paneliIPS paneli
Sensorli panelCapacitive Single Touch
Viewburchak178°
Yorqinlik400 CD / m² (Odatda)
Rang chuqurligi16-bit
Simsiz aloqaWiFi (2.4GHz, 802.11a/b/g/n), Bluetooth (5.0, BLE), Optional (Zigbee, LoRa, nRF2401, Matter, Thread, Wi-Fi 6)
InterfeysUSB port, UART, I2C, SD card slot, battery socket, speaker port, microphone
FunktsiyaRTC clock, audio amplifier, volume control, battery charge management, USB to UART
Buttons/LEDsReset Button, Boot Button, PWR indicator, CHG indicator
O'rnatishBack hanging, fixed hole
Ishlash harorati-20~70 °C
Saqlash harorati-30~80 °C
Quvvat kiritish5V/2A, USB or UART terminal
Faol hudud156 mm * 87 mm
O'lchamlari181.26 * 108.36 * 16 mm

4.2. ESP32-S3 Chip Features (from Datasheet)

  • CPU and Memory: Xtensa® 32-bit LX7 dual-core microprocessor (up to 240 MHz), 384 KB ROM, 512 KB SRAM, 8 KB RTC SRAM.
  • Wi-fi: IEEE 802.11b/g/n compliant, supports 20 MHz and 40 MHz bandwidth in 2.4 GHz band, 1T1R mode with data rate up to 150 Mbps.
  • Bluetooth: Bluetooth LE 5, Bluetooth mesh, high power mode (20 dBm), speeds of 125 Kbps, 500 Kbps, 1 Mbps, 2 Mbps.
  • Advanced Peripheral Interfaces: 45 programmable GPIOs, multiple SPI ports, LCD and Camera interfaces, three UARTs, two I2Cs, two I2Ss, RMT, Pulse counter, LED PWM controller, two Motor Control PWMs, full-speed USB OTG, USB Serial/JTAG controller, SD/MMC Host controller.
  • Analog interfeyslar: Two 12-bit SAR ADCs (up to 20 channels), Temperature sensor, 14 touch sensing IOs.
  • Low Power Management: Active, Modem-sleep, Light-sleep, Deep-sleep modes with power consumption as low as 7 μA in Deep-sleep mode.
  • Xavfsizlik: Secure boot, Flash encryption, 4-Kbit OTP, Cryptographic hardware acceleration (AES-128/256, SHA, RSA, RNG, HMAC, Digital signature).

4.3. Wireless Module Specifications

The CrowPanel Advance supports replaceable wireless modules. Below are details for some common modules:

Sotib olishasing Guide table for wireless modules, showing ESP32-H2, ESP32-C6, and nRF2401 modules with their size, pin functions, chip, flash, and frequency range.
Figure 4.1: Wireless Module Comparison and Pinouts

4.3.1. ESP32-C6 Wireless Module

Pin definition table for ESP32-C6 Wireless Module, listing pins like U1RXD, U1TXD, GPIO0-GPIO2, 3V3, GND, GPIO23-GPIO18, BOOT, and RST with their direction and notes.
Figure 4.2: ESP32-C6 Wireless Module Pin Definitions
Chip modeliESP32-C6FH4
L1 kesh32 KB
ROM320 KB
HP SRAM512 KB
LP SRAM16 KB
FLASH4MB Quad SPI
Atrof-muhit harorati-40 ℃ ~ 105 ℃
jildtage3.3V
Bluetooth Low Energy Radio Specifications
Working channel center frequency range2402 ~ 2480 MGts
RF transmission power range-15.0~20.0dBm
WIFI RF texnik xususiyatlari
Working channel center frequency range2412 ~ 2484 MGts
Simsiz standartlarIEEE 802.11b/g/n/ax

4.3.2. nRF2401 Wireless Module

Pin definition table for nRF2401 Wireless Module, listing pins like CE, SCK, MISO, MOSI, 3V3, GND, CSN, and IRQ with their direction and notes.
Figure 4.3: nRF2401 Wireless Module Pin Definitions
Chip modelinRF24L01+
ChastotasiButun dunyo bo'ylab 2.4 gigagertsli ISM diapazonida ishlash
Maʼlumot stavkalari250kbps, 1Mbps and 2Mbps on-air data rates
Quvvat iste'moliUltra-low power operation: 11.3mA TX at 0dBm, 13.5mA RX at 2Mbps, 900nA in power down
jildtage regulyatorOn-chip, 1.9 to 3.6V supply range

5. Sozlash va ishga tushirish

5.1. Qurilmani quvvatlantirish

  1. Connect the provided USB-A to Type-C cable to the USB-5V-IN port on the CrowPanel Advance.
  2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to a 5V/2A power source (e.g., a computer USB port or a USB wall adapter).
  3. The PWR LED indicator on the board should light up, indicating the device is receiving power.

5.2. Connecting Wireless Modules (Optional)

If you have purchased an optional wireless module (ESP32-H2, ESP32-C6, or nRF2401), you can install it into the designated wireless module slot on the mainboard. Ensure correct orientation before gently pressing it into place.

Diagram showing the replaceable wireless module design, with a module being inserted into the mainboard and examples of ESP32-H2, ESP32-C6, and nRF2401 modules.
Figure 5.1: Replaceable Wireless Module Installation

5.3. Initial Boot Mode

The device typically boots into its default operating mode. To enter burning mode for flashing new firmware:

  1. BOOT tugmasini bosing va ushlab turing.
  2. While holding BOOT, tap the RST (Reset) button.
  3. Release the BOOT button. The device should now be in burning mode, ready to receive new firmware.

6. Foydalanish bo'yicha ko'rsatmalar

6.1. Touch Screen Operation

The CrowPanel Advance features a capacitive 5-point touch screen for intuitive interaction.

Image demonstrating 5-point capacitive touch gestures: Tap, Press, Zoom out, Zoom in, and Mouse Click, applied to a graphical user interface on the display.
Figure 6.1: Capacitive 5-point Touch Functionality

Supported gestures include tap, press, zoom in/out, and mouse click, providing a smooth, accurate, and fast response for navigating user interfaces.

6.2. Integrated AI Functions

The display integrates AI functions, allowing for voice interaction through its built-in microphone and speaker. Users can engage in seamless conversations with smart assistants, utilizing voice recognition and speech synthesis capabilities to access information or control devices.

Image depicting the display with a microphone icon and speech bubbles showing AI interaction: 'Hello!', 'No problem.', 'I am here.', 'OK, the lights are on.'.
Figure 6.2: Integrated Intelligent AI Functions

6.3. Development and Software

The CrowPanel Advance supports a variety of development environments and tools:

  • Multiple Development Environments: Compatible with Arduino IDE, Espressif IDF, PlatformIO, and MicroPython. This flexibility allows developers to choose the environment best suited for their projects.
  • Screenshot collage showing various supported development environments: Arduino IDE, Micro Python, Espressif IDF, and PlatformIO.
    Figure 6.3: Supported Development Environments
  • LVGL Graphics Library: Supports the open-source LVGL graphics library, enabling the design of rich and custom user interfaces.
  • Image showing a music player UI designed with LVGL, demonstrating the display's capability to render complex graphics.
    Figure 6.4: LVGL Graphics Library Support
  • SquareLine Studio: Facilitates easy design and building of LVGL UIs, simplifying the development process.
  • Screenshot of SquareLine Studio interface, showing a drag-and-drop UI design environment for LVGL projects.
    Figure 6.5: UI Design with SquareLine Studio

6.4. Connecting Crowtail Sensors

The display can connect with over 150+ Crowtail sensors, expanding its functionality for various projects. Use the provided Crowtail/Grove 4pin DuPont cable for connections.

Image showing the CrowPanel Advance display connected to various Crowtail sensors via a Crowtail/Grove 4pin DuPont cable, demonstrating its expandability.
Figure 6.6: Crowtail Sensor Connectivity

7. Foydalanuvchi maslahatlari

  • Wireless Module Compatibility: The LoRa module is intended solely for LoRa communication and does not include Meshtastic firmware. This version of the CrowPanel Advance does not support Meshtastic devices.
  • Version V1.2 Enhancements: If you have version V1.2 or later, you can adjust the screen brightness. This version also uses updated factory/course codes.
  • Dasturiy ta'minotni yangilash: Regularly check the official Elecrow Wiki or Espressif documentation for the latest firmware and development resources to ensure optimal performance and access to new features.

8. Xizmat ko'rsatish

  • Tozalash: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the screen and casing. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents that could damage the display or components.
  • Atrof-muhit sharoitlari: Operate and store the device within the specified temperature ranges (-20~70 °C operating, -30~80 °C storage) to prevent damage. Avoid high humidity and direct sunlight.
  • Dasturiy ta'minot yangilanishlari: Keep the device's firmware updated to benefit from performance improvements, bug fixes, and new features. Refer to the official Elecrow Wiki for update instructions.
  • Ishlov berish: Handle the display with care to avoid physical damage, especially to the screen and connectors.

9. Muammolarni bartaraf qilish; nosozliklarni TUZATISH

  • Displey yoqilmaydi: Ensure the USB-A to Type-C cable is securely connected to both the display and a 5V/2A power source. Check if the PWR LED is illuminated.
  • Sensorli ekran javob bermayapti: Verify that the display is powered correctly. If the issue persists, a system reset might be necessary.
  • Ulanish muammolari (Wi-Fi/Bluetooth): Ensure any optional wireless modules are correctly installed. Check your development environment settings for proper configuration of wireless communication.
  • Qurilma muzlashi/javob bermayapti: Press the RST button to perform a system reset. If the problem recurs, consider reflashing the firmware.
  • Entering Burning Mode: If you need to reflash firmware, press and hold the BOOT button, then tap the RST button, and finally release BOOT.

10. Tez-tez so'raladigan savollar (FAQ)

Q: What development environments are supported?
A: The CrowPanel Advance supports Arduino IDE, Espressif IDF, PlatformIO, and MicroPython.
Q: Does this version support Meshtastic?
A: No, this specific version of the CrowPanel Advance does not support Meshtastic. The LoRa module is intended for general LoRa communication only.
Savol: Ekran yorqinligini qanday sozlashim mumkin?
A: Screen brightness adjustment is supported on version V1.2 and later models of the CrowPanel Advance.
Q: What is the main chip used in this display?
A: The core processor is the ESP32-S3 chip, specifically the ESP32-S3-WROOM-1-N16R8 module.

11. Kafolat va qo'llab-quvvatlash

For technical support, inquiries, or customized requests, please contact Elecrow directly at service@elecrow.com.

Additional resources and documentation can be found at the following links:

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