CodeCell: Arduino Setup

Follow these steps to get your CodeCell C3 or CodeCell C6 ready for programming in just a few minutes.

Step 1 – Install the Arduino IDE

Download and install the latest version from the official Arduino website.

Step 2 – Add ESP32 Board Support

1. Open File > Preferences.
2. In the Additional Board Manager URLs field, paste:
   

   https://dl.espressif.com/dl/package_esp32_index.json

3. Click OK and restart the IDE.
4. Go to Tools > Board > Boards Manager, search for ESP32, and click Install.

Step 3 – Install the CodeCell Library

1. Go to Sketch > Include Library > Manage Libraries.
2. Search for CodeCell and install the latest version.

Step 4 – Select Your Board

For CodeCell C3

• Go to Tools > Board → select ESP32C3 Dev Module.
• Set CPU Frequency → 160 MHz.
• Set Partition Scheme → Default 4MB with SPIFFS.
• Set Flash Size → 4MB 
• Enable USB_CDC_On_Boot under Tools.

For CodeCell C6/C6-Drive

• Go to Tools > Board → select ESP32C6 Dev Module.
• Set CPU Frequency → 160 MHz.
• Set Partition Scheme → 8M with SPIFFS (3MB APP / 1.5MB SPIFFS).
• Set Flash Size → 8MB
• Enable USB_CDC_On_Boot under Tools.

Note: For CodeCell C6 Drive make sure to also install the 'DriveCell' library

Step 5 – Select the Port & Upload

1. Go to Tools > Port and select the port that appears when you plug in CodeCell.
2. Open File > Examples > CodeCell > GettingStarted.
3. Click Upload and wait for “Done Uploading.”

Step 6 – Open the Serial Monitor

Go to Tools > Serial Monitor and set the baud rate to 115200 to see messages from your CodeCell.

Quick Tips

• Use a USB-C cable that supports data transfer, not just power charging
• Always keep the ESP32 core and CodeCell library updated 

Your CodeCell is now ready to program in Arduino. Try the examples, explore the library, and start building your own projects!