Open Pixel Poi - Firmware Flasher

Step 1: Install Drivers

ESP32-C3 integrates a USB Serial/JTAG controller, however the datasheet doesn't say which. So install both drivers to be sure.

• CP210x: CP210x USB to UART Bridge VCP Drivers

• FTDI: FTDI Virtual COM Port Drivers

Step 2: Connect Controller

Connect your controller to your computer via usb-c.

• The pixel poi must be turned on (not sleeping).

• This will not work properly without a battery, it seems fine, but wont flash. (I don't know why tbh).

• Brand new, never flashed controllers with no firmware will keep disconnecting. This is normal, and this tool wont work, use platformio.

Windows

If the right driver is installed, you will see your controller show up in "Device Manager" under "Universal Serial Bus Drivers" as a "USB JTAG/serial debug unit".

Linux

If you use linux, you can figure out a driver 😛

Step 3: Flash Firmware

Use the button below and follow prompts. It will install the most recent firmware I've put on this site.

Step 4: Wait

Sometimes it takes up to 30 seconds for the poi to reset. You can wait, reset manually, or open the terminal page's reset button.