controller-console-1.0

PICAXE Project Instructions

Downloading the Code from GitHub

1. Go to the Repository

   • Open your web browser and go to the GitHub repository: [https://github.com/Beluga-Studios/controller-console-1.0](https://github.com/Beluga-Studios/controller-console-1.0)

2. Download the Code

   • Click the green Code button.
   • Select Download ZIP and extract it to a folder on your computer.

   OR

   • Clone the repository using GitHub Desktop:
     • Click Open with GitHub Desktop and follow the instructions.
   • Clone the repository using Git (Terminal/Command Prompt):

     git clone https://github.com/Beluga-Studios/controller-console-1.0

Uploading Code to the PICAXE

1. Install PICAXE Programming Software

   • Download and install PICAXE Editor from https://www.picaxe.com/.

2. Connect the PICAXE to Your Computer

   • Use a PICAXE USB download cable or serial cable to connect your PICAXE microcontroller to your computer.

3. Open the Code in PICAXE Editor

   • Launch PICAXE Editor.
   • Open the downloaded .bas file.

4. Set Up the Correct PICAXE Model

   • Go to PICAXE > Mode and select your PICAXE model.

5. Download the Program to the PICAXE

   • Click the Program button to upload the code to your PICAXE.

Circuit Setup

Required Components

• PICAXE [INSERT MODEL]
• Breadboard or PCB
• Resistors [INSERT VALUES]
• LEDs [OPTIONAL]
• Sensors [IF APPLICABLE]
• Power source [INSERT VOLTAGE]
• Other components [LIST ANY EXTRA PARTS]

Wiring Instructions

1. Power Supply:
   • Connect the positive voltage to VCC and ground to GND on the PICAXE.
2. Connect Inputs and Outputs:
   • [INSERT DETAILS FOR SENSORS, BUTTONS, LEDS, ETC.]
3. Check Connections:
   • Ensure all components are securely connected before powering on.

Testing the Circuit

1. Power on the circuit.
2. Observe LED or sensor behavior to confirm proper operation.
3. If the program does not work, check:
   • The wiring.
   • The PICAXE model selected in the software.
   • Any error messages in the PICAXE Editor.

Troubleshooting

• If the PICAXE does not respond:
  • Check the power connections.
  • Ensure the correct COM port is selected in PICAXE Editor.
  • Verify that the correct model is set in the PICAXE Mode menu.

Additional Notes

• Modify the .bas file if needed to customize the program.
• Refer to the PICAXE manual for further details: https://www.picaxe.com/docs/picaxe_manuals.pdf

How to use

Developer Tools

• louisp2024/bs-console-controller-decoder

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Third-Party Projects

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Created by: louisp2024@dni.school.nz and angush2024@dni.school.nz