Hi all,
I've created a DIY gimx adapter using the following parts:
ATmega32U4:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/323935195221
CP2102
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/283433187691
edit: I don't seem to be able to upload pictures either so see these two links
https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZJ8tTsheyi2Z1wn47
https://photos.app.goo.gl/yPhDrvBbuvimAj7w6
I've been able to load firmware without issue, but when I connect everything up I get an error:
"Error: failed to read packet header from the GIMX adapter"
I've rewired several times, tried swapping rx/tx but I get the same error repeatedly.
I've obviously done something fundamentally wrong, is it a hardware compatibility issue or is it something I've done?
See the log here:
https://pastebin.com/8eMEkcb3
DIY Fail!
- LoneWolf81
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Re: DIY Fail!
Hi
Just to confirm when you press start is the console powered up as it can give that error when you try and run it before the adapter is powered from the console side.
Have you tried a different cable between the adapter and console your soldering looks good to me.
Just to confirm when you press start is the console powered up as it can give that error when you try and run it before the adapter is powered from the console side.
Have you tried a different cable between the adapter and console your soldering looks good to me.
Please Remember to Post your Log file in the support section , that way its easier and faster to start identifying the issue thus helping you to sort it out so you can enjoy GIMX .
Re: DIY Fail!
Hi,
The console is definitely powered up and I've tried a few different leads.
They are definitely data cables also.
When I plug the adapter into my rig PC and open gimx I get the "Failed to read firmware type" error
It will still allow me to update the firmware, which it does successfully but the error still occurs.
Should I be using a different tool to update the firmware perhaps?
https://photos.app.goo.gl/mStrsJgxhLP8MxwU7
Thanks for the help!
The console is definitely powered up and I've tried a few different leads.
They are definitely data cables also.
When I plug the adapter into my rig PC and open gimx I get the "Failed to read firmware type" error
It will still allow me to update the firmware, which it does successfully but the error still occurs.
Should I be using a different tool to update the firmware perhaps?
https://photos.app.goo.gl/mStrsJgxhLP8MxwU7
Thanks for the help!
- LoneWolf81
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- Location: South Africa
Re: DIY Fail!
Try installing this driver for the CP2102
https://www.silabs.com/documents/public ... Driver.zip
If that fails to work I would suggest you try a live linux distro to test then we can isolate if its a windows issue or the maybe the serial board is faulty
https://www.silabs.com/documents/public ... Driver.zip
If that fails to work I would suggest you try a live linux distro to test then we can isolate if its a windows issue or the maybe the serial board is faulty
Please Remember to Post your Log file in the support section , that way its easier and faster to start identifying the issue thus helping you to sort it out so you can enjoy GIMX .
Re: DIY Fail!
Thanks, the drivers didn't help.
I tried running a USB based ubuntu but I don' know much about linux and couldn't get gimx installed.
I tried running a USB based ubuntu but I don' know much about linux and couldn't get gimx installed.
- LoneWolf81
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Re: DIY Fail!
Just want to confirm the firmware loading method you are using, are you doing it from the help menu and choosing update firmware or are you using another method.
Please Remember to Post your Log file in the support section , that way its easier and faster to start identifying the issue thus helping you to sort it out so you can enjoy GIMX .
Re: DIY Fail!
I'm loading via the help-update firmware method. (which tells me that the firmware loaded successfully)
I'm wondering if I should try another method?
I've also tried a different usb-uart board with exactly the same outcome
I'm wondering if I should try another method?
I've also tried a different usb-uart board with exactly the same outcome
Re: DIY Fail!
Would just like to say that I've resolved this issue by purchasing a pre made adapter. Worked perfectly straight away so I must have had an issue with one of the boards.
Re: DIY Fail!
Im glad you resolved the issue. Have fun with GIMX!
My hardware: PS3 Slim CFW 4.80 | PS4 Pro 500 Million LE | PS5 | Xbox Series X
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Re: DIY Fail!
That's great, games sometimes may give us the pulse and energy to do things.
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