• Terminal
    Terminal
    An electrical connector acting as reusable interface to a conductor and creating a point where external circuits can be connected.
  • Ground
    A common return path for electric current. Commonly known as ground.
  • Net Portal
    A net identifier used to create connectivity to other Net Portal with the same designator. #portal
  • Power Net Portal
    Power net portal is a special schematic object used to define a power or ground net. Power ports allow you to conveniently indicate a power net at any location in the design. Power nets of the same designator automatically connect throughout your design #portal #power
  • Generic Resistor
    A generic fixed resistor for rapid developing circuit topology. Save precious design time by seamlessly add more information to this part (value, footprint, etc.) as it becomes available. Standard resistor values: 1.0Ω 10Ω 100Ω 1.0kΩ 10kΩ 100kΩ 1.0MΩ 1.1Ω 11Ω 110Ω 1.1kΩ 11kΩ 110kΩ 1.1MΩ 1.2Ω 12Ω 120Ω 1.2kΩ 12kΩ 120kΩ 1.2MΩ 1.3Ω 13Ω 130Ω 1.3kΩ 13kΩ 130kΩ 1.3MΩ 1.5Ω 15Ω 150Ω 1.5kΩ 15kΩ 150kΩ 1.5MΩ 1.6Ω 16Ω 160Ω 1.6kΩ 16kΩ 160kΩ 1.6MΩ 1.8Ω 18Ω 180Ω 1.8KΩ 18kΩ 180kΩ 1.8MΩ 2.0Ω 20Ω 200Ω 2.0kΩ 20kΩ 200kΩ 2.0MΩ 2.2Ω 22Ω 220Ω 2.2kΩ 22kΩ 220kΩ 2.2MΩ 2.4Ω 24Ω 240Ω 2.4kΩ 24kΩ 240kΩ 2.4MΩ 2.7Ω 27Ω 270Ω 2.7kΩ 27kΩ 270kΩ 2.7MΩ 3.0Ω 30Ω 300Ω 3.0KΩ 30KΩ 300KΩ 3.0MΩ 3.3Ω 33Ω 330Ω 3.3kΩ 33kΩ 330kΩ 3.3MΩ 3.6Ω 36Ω 360Ω 3.6kΩ 36kΩ 360kΩ 3.6MΩ 3.9Ω 39Ω 390Ω 3.9kΩ 39kΩ 390kΩ 3.9MΩ 4.3Ω 43Ω 430Ω 4.3kΩ 43KΩ 430KΩ 4.3MΩ 4.7Ω 47Ω 470Ω 4.7kΩ 47kΩ 470kΩ 4.7MΩ 5.1Ω 51Ω 510Ω 5.1kΩ 51kΩ 510kΩ 5.1MΩ 5.6Ω 56Ω 560Ω 5.6kΩ 56kΩ 560kΩ 5.6MΩ 6.2Ω 62Ω 620Ω 6.2kΩ 62KΩ 620KΩ 6.2MΩ 6.8Ω 68Ω 680Ω 6.8kΩ 68kΩ 680kΩ 6.8MΩ 7.5Ω 75Ω 750Ω 7.5kΩ 75kΩ 750kΩ 7.5MΩ 8.2Ω 82Ω 820Ω 8.2kΩ 82kΩ 820kΩ 8.2MΩ 9.1Ω 91Ω 910Ω 9.1kΩ 91kΩ 910kΩ 9.1MΩ #generics #CommonPartsLibrary
  • Generic Capacitor
    A generic fixed capacitor for rapid developing circuit topology. Save precious design time by seamlessly add more information to this part (value, footprint, etc.) as it becomes available. Standard capacitor values: 1.0pF 10pF 100pF 1000pF 0.01uF 0.1uF 1.0uF 10uF 100uF 1000uF 10,000uF 1.1pF 11pF 110pF 1100pF 1.2pF 12pF 120pF 1200pF 1.3pF 13pF 130pF 1300pF 1.5pF 15pF 150pF 1500pF 0.015uF 0.15uF 1.5uF 15uF 150uF 1500uF 1.6pF 16pF 160pF 1600pF 1.8pF 18pF 180pF 1800pF 2.0pF 20pF 200pF 2000pF 2.2pF 22pF 20pF 2200pF 0.022uF 0.22uF 2.2uF 22uF 220uF 2200uF 2.4pF 24pF 240pF 2400pF 2.7pF 27pF 270pF 2700pF 3.0pF 30pF 300pF 3000pF 3.3pF 33pF 330pF 3300pF 0.033uF 0.33uF 3.3uF 33uF 330uF 3300uF 3.6pF 36pF 360pF 3600pF 3.9pF 39pF 390pF 3900pF 4.3pF 43pF 430pF 4300pF 4.7pF 47pF 470pF 4700pF 0.047uF 0.47uF 4.7uF 47uF 470uF 4700uF 5.1pF 51pF 510pF 5100pF 5.6pF 56pF 560pF 5600pF 6.2pF 62pF 620pF 6200pF 6.8pF 68pF 680pF 6800pF 0.068uF 0.68uF 6.8uF 68uF 680uF 6800uF 7.5pF 75pF 750pF 7500pF 8.2pF 82pF 820pF 8200pF 9.1pF 91pF 910pF 9100pF #generics #CommonPartsLibrary
  • Generic Inductor
    A generic fixed inductor for rapid developing circuit topology. *You can now change the footprint and 3D model at the top level anytime you want. This is the power of #generics
  • RMCF0805JT47K0
    47 kOhms ±5% 0.125W, 1/8W Chip Resistor 0805 (2012 Metric) Automotive AEC-Q200 Thick Film #forLedBlink
  • 875105359001
    10uF Capacitor Aluminum Polymer 20% 16V SMD 5x5.3mm #forLedBlink #commonpartslibrary #capacitor #aluminumpolymer #radialcan
  • CTL1206FYW1T
    Yellow 595nm LED Indication - Discrete 1.7V 1206 (3216 Metric) #forLedBlink
are there any issues in this project?

@copilot are there any issues in this project?
5mo
explain all schema evert single components

@copilot explain all schema evert single components
5mo
Sure, let's go through each component in your WiFi to IR gateway reference design. I'll explain the function and role of each component to ensure that you understand how they fit into your project.
LED Components
  • LED1: This is a basic LED with a cathode (K) and anode (A). It is likely used to provide visual feedback.
  • LED2: Similar to LED1, it is used for visual indicators.
  • LED3: This appears to be a multi-color LED, with Red (R), Green (G), Blue (B) and common anode (A). It is used to provide multi-color visual feedback.
  • LED_RED, LED_IR, LED_G, LED_B, LED_R: These are nets for the respective LEDs. They help connect LEDs to signals or power in the circuit.
Resistors
  • R1, R2, R6, R7, R8: These are current-limiting resistors (with specified resistance values: 150Ω, 150Ω, 135Ω, 50Ω, 50Ω respectively) for the LEDs to protect them from excessive current.
  • R3, R4, R5: These resistors are probably part of the USB Type-C and/or pull-down or pull-up circuitry (5.1kΩ, 5.1kΩ, 10kΩ respectively).
Capacitors
  • C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6, C7, C8: These capacitors are used for various purposes such as filtering and stabilizing the voltage. Capacitors like 10µF, 1µF, and 0.1µF are common for decoupling and bypassing.
Microcontroller
  • U1: This is the ESP32-S3-MINI-1U-N8 microcontroller. It manages WiFi connectivity and controls other components like LEDs and IR transmitter/receiver.
Voltage Regulator
  • U2: This is the AMS1117-3.3 voltage regulator that converts higher input voltage down to 3.3V required by the ESP32 and other components.
Infrared Components
  • U3: This is the TSOP4838, an IR receiver module that decodes infrared signals coming from a remote control.
Diode
  • D1: This is the 1N5819HW-7-F, a Schottky diode used for reverse polarity protection or for rectification.
Switches
  • SW1, SW2: These are push-button switches (PTS815 SJM 250 SMTR LFS) which can be used for reset and boot operations.
Connectors
  • J1: This is the USB Type-C connector (TYPE-C-31-M-12) for power and data transfer.
Power Nets
  • 3V3, 5V, VBUS: These are power nets supplying power to various components in the circuit. 3V3 is 3.3V for the ESP32 and associated components, while 5V and VBUS are for components requiring 5V input.
Ground Nets
  • GND: This is the common ground reference for all the components in the circuit.
Other Nets and Connections
  • ESP_BOOT, ESP_RST: These are control signals for the ESP32 for boot and reset functionality.
  • USB_P_ESP, USB_N_ESP: These signals route the USB D+ and D- lines to the ESP32 for USB communication.
  • LED_IR, LED_RED, LED_G, LED_B, LED_R: These nets connect the respective LEDs to the ESP32 GPIOs to control them.
  • CC1, CC2: Configuration channel pins for the USB Type-C interface.
Voltage Regulation
This section ensures stable voltage levels, especially when transitioning between USB voltage and the required 3.3V for the ESP32 and other components.
Summary of Connections
  • Power Connections
    • Connect J1J1:CC1 to R4R4:P2.
    • Connect J1J1:VBUS to D1D1:A, J1J1:VBUS.
    • Connect D1D1:K to C1C1:P1, C7C7:P2, U2U2:VIN.
    • Connect U2U2:VOUT to 3V33V3:P1, LED3LED3:A, C4C4:P2, U1U1:3V3, LED2LED2:A, C3C3:P2, R5R5:P1, LED1LED1:A, C2C2:P2, U2U2:TAB(VOUT), C8C8:P2.
  • Ground Connections
    • Connect C1C1:P2, C3C3:P1, U2U2:GND, R4R4:P1, R3R3:P1, U1U1:GND__, C6C6:P2, SW1SW1:~4, SW1SW1:~2, C7C7:P1, SW2SW2:~4, SW2SW2:~2, C5C5:P2, C4C4:P1, J1J1:GND, C2C2:P1, C8C8:P1 to GND.
  • Controller Connections
    • Connect SW1SW1:~3 to ESPBOOTESP_BOOT:P1.
    • Connect SW2SW2:~3 to ESPRSTESP_RST:P1, R5R5:P2, U1U1:EN.
  • LED Connections
    • Connect R2R2:P2 to LED1LED1:K.
    • Connect R7R7:P2 to LED3LED3:B.
    • Connect R6R6:P2 to LED3LED3:R.
    • Connect R8R8:P2 to LED3LED3:G.
  • USB Data Lines
    • Connect J1J1:DP1 to U1U1:IO19, J1J1:DP2.
    • Connect J1J1:DN1 to U1U1:IO20, J1J1:DN2.
  • IR LED and Resistor
    • Connect LEDIRLED_IR:P1, R2R2:P1 to U1U1:IO37.
    • Connect LEDREDLED_RED:P1, R1R1:P1 to U1U1:IO36.
    • Connect LEDBLED_B:P1, R7R7:P1 to U1U1:IO41.
    • Connect LEDRLED_R:P1, R6R6:P1 to U1U1:IO39.
    • Connect LEDGLED_G:P1, R8R8:P1 to U1U1:IO40.
  • Configuration Channels
    • Connect CC1CC1:P1 to R3R3:P2.
    • Connect CC2CC2:P1 to R3R3:P2, J1J1:CC2.
I hope this detailed explanation clarifies the role of each component and their connections in the overall design. Let me know if you need more details on a specific part or connection!
5mo
3
LED_R
R7
Resistance
50 Ω
LED3
ESP_BOOT
R6
Resistance
135 Ω
C2
Capacitance
10u F
LED_B
3V3
C7
Capacitance
1u F
3V3
IR_IN
ESP_BOOT
3V3
USB_N_ESP
C4
Capacitance
1u F
USB_P_ESP
LED_RED
C3
Capacitance
1u F
LED_IR
3V3
IR_IN
ESP_RST
LED_B
ESP_RST
R8
Resistance
50 Ω
CC1
3V3
R5
Resistance
10K Ω
U1
3V3
LED_G
LED_G
LED_R
U3
3V3
5V

WiFi to IR Gateway Reference Design bN3H

WiFi to IR Gateway Reference Design bN3H
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Created
August 20th 2024
Last updated by jon400
6 months ago
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how to change the net power name?
@copilot how to change the net power name?
5mo
To change a power net name in your design on Flux, you can follow these steps:
  1. Open your project in Flux.
  2. Locate the Power Net: Identify the power net you want to rename. Power nets are typically labeled with a prefix like VCC, 3V3, or GND.
  3. Edit the Net Properties: Click on the net or pad associated with the power net. A properties panel will typically appear.
  4. Rename the Net: In the properties panel, find the field where the net name is specified. Change it to the desired name.
  5. Update References: Ensure that all instances of the old net name are updated to the new name to maintain consistency in your schematic and PCB layout.
For instance, if you want to change the power net name from "3V3" to "VCC":
  1. Click on any instance of the "3V3" net.
  2. In the properties panel, change the net name from "3V3" to "VCC".
  3. Ensure all other "3V3" nets are also renamed to "VCC" for consistency.
In your specific project example, there are several instances of the "3V3" net. You would change each instance as follows:
  • Change Net: Net 1 to VCC.
You will need to do this for each occurrence of the 3V3 net designator to ensure uniformity across your design.
If you provide a specific designator or net you want to change, I can give more detailed instructions.
5mo
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5mo
@copilot How to add in this schema, the IR receiver?
5mo
To integrate the IR receiver, TSOP4838, into your design, you'll need to connect it to the ESP32-S3 MCU and power supply. Here's a step-by-step guide for adding the IR receiver:
Connections
  1. Connect TSOP4838:V+ to 3.3V Power:
    • Connect TSOP4838:V+ (Pin 3) to Net: 3V33V3:P1.
  2. Connect TSOP4838:GND to Ground:
    • Connect TSOP4838:GND (Pin 2) to Net: GNDGND:P1.
  3. Connect TSOP4838:OUT to ESP32-S3 input GPIO pin:
    • Connect TSOP4838:OUT (Pin 1) to U1:IO (select an available GPIO pin on the ESP32-S3, for example, IO4).
Assumptions
  • Power from 3V33V3 net is used for the TSOP4838 V+ pin based on the standard operating voltage requirement (3 to 5.5V).
  • Connected to an available GPIO on the MCU for signal reception (can be re-adjusted based on your further use case).
Final Suggested Connections
Connect U3:OUT to U1:IO9.
Addition to Schema
Update your components and nets as follows:
  • Net: GND
    • Add TSOP4838:GND (Pin 2) to Members list.
  • Net 1 (3V3)
    • Add TSOP4838:V+ (Pin 3) to Members list.
  • New Net for IR Receiver
Updated Schematic Snippet

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Net: GND
Members: ... (existing members), TSOP4838:GND

Net 1 (3V3)
Members: ... (existing members), TSOP4838:V+

Net: IR_IN
Members: TSOP4838:OUT, ESP32-S3:IO9
Integrate these connections into your existing design, and this should get your IR receiver properly wired and functional within your WiFi to IR Gateway project.
If you need further assistance on placing or routing these components on your PCB layout using Flux, feel free to ask!
5mo
Net: GND Members: ... (existing members), TSOP4838:GND
Net 1 (3V3) Members: ... (existing members), TSOP4838:V+
Net: IR_IN Members: TSOP4838:OUT, ESP32-S3:IO9
how i generate this
5mo
To generate these connections and ensure they are properly reflected in your schema, follow these steps in Flux:
Steps in Flux for Adding IR Receiver and its Connections
  1. Place the TSOP4838 on the Schematic:
    • Open your project in Flux and search for the TSOP4838 IR receiver.
    • Place the IR receiver with designator U3 in your schematic.
  2. Connect TSOP4838:GND to GND Net:
    • Select the GND net in your schematic.
    • Connect the GND pin (Pin 2) of the TSOP4838 to the GND net.
  3. Connect TSOP4838:V+ to 3V3 Net:
    • Select the 3V3 power net in your schematic.
    • Connect the V+ pin (Pin 3) of the TSOP4838 to the 3V3 net.
  4. Create a new net (IR_IN) for TSOP4838:OUT:
    • Choose an available GPIO pin on the ESP32-S3 (e.g., IO9):
      • Connect the OUT pin (Pin 1) of the TSOP4838 to the chosen GPIO pin (U1: IO9).
    • Label this connection as IR_IN.
Detailed Connection Instructions
  1. Connecting GND (Ground):
    • Select the GND net (identifier: GND) in Flux.
    • Connect $U3:GND$ (Pin 2) to this net.
  2. Connecting V+ (3.3V Power):
    • Select the 3V3 power net (identifier: Net 1).
    • Connect $U3:V+$ (Pin 3) to this net.
  3. Connecting OUT to ESP32 GPIO:
    • Add a new net named IR_IN.
    • Connect $U3:OUT$ (Pin 1) to $U1:IO9$.
Steps in Detail
  1. Place Components:
    • Search for TSOP4838 in Flux's component library.
    • Place $U3$ on the schematic.
  2. Make Connections:
    • GND: Connect $U3:GND$ to the GND net.
    • 3V3: Connect $U3:V+$ to the 3V3 net.
    • IR Input Signal:
      • Create a new net IR_IN.
      • Connect $U3:OUT$ (Pin 1) to $U1:IO9$.
Updated Schematic Snippet Implementation
After you've made the connections, your project's nets should be updated as follows:

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Net: GND
Members: [All existing members], U3:GND

Net 1 (3V3)
Members: [All existing members], U3:V+

Net: IR_IN
Members: U3:OUT, U1:IO9
By following these steps, you will have added the IR receiver to your schema and connected its relevant pins to the proper nets. If you encounter any issue or need further clarification, please let me know!
5mo
how to label net?
5mo
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