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eChook GPT Documentation
Welcome to eChook GPT
System Overview
The eChook Nano Kit
Build Instructions
Programming the Arduino
Install Arduino IDE
Arduino CH340 Drivers
Download the eChook Arduino Code
Programming the Arduino
Setting up the Bluetooth
Connecting the eChook to the Car
Calibrating the eChook
Using the App
Telemetry (Live Data)
Using the Data
Circuit Schematics
All about the Arduino nano
Bluetooth Communication
DIY eChook
Spare Parts
Troubleshooting
Contributing
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Arduino CH340 Drivers
The Arduino IDE software installs the drivers for genuine Arduinos, however the Nano included in the eChook Nano Kit from Greenpower is an Arduino clone in an effort to reduce the kit price.
The disadvantage is that the clone require different drivers. These are for the CH340 Serial to USB interface chip they use instead of the more expensive FTDI chip on genuine arduinos. This page links to drivers for different operating systems. It is required to install the relevant driver before continuing. Once installed the clone Arduino will behave exactly as a genuine one.

Windows

Windows drivers can be installed from here or here. Go through the beautifully chenglish install process.

Mac

Drivers for mac are slightly more difficult. You can either disable KEXT security (which is not advisable) and get a free driver or you can get a signed driver from here - they do however cost money.

Linux

CH340 drivers are baked in, just plug and play.
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