BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 and TFT35 SPI V2.1 Control Board Kit Instruction Manual

1. ምርት አብቅቷልview

The BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 + TFT35 SPI V2.1 Control Board Kit is designed for FDM 3D printers, enabling them to run Klipper firmware. This kit combines a powerful processing unit with an intuitive display for enhanced 3D printing control.

ቁልፍ ባህሪያት

• BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2: Equipped with a quad-core 64-bit ARM Cortex-A53 @ 1.5GHz processor and 1GB DDR3L memory for powerful performance.
• ማሳያ በይነገጽ Features an HDMI2.0A display interface supporting 4K resolution.
• ግንኙነት፡ Includes 4-way USB2.0 ports, 40-pin GPIO, 3.5mm audio interface, and an onboard 100M Ethernet interface with WIFI transmission support.
• ግራፊክስ፡ GPU is Mali G31 MP2, supporting OpenGL3.2.
• TFT35 SPI V2.1 Display: Utilizes SPI for display and I2C for touch communication, sharing the main control chip with the motherboard to reduce cost.
• ቀላል ግንኙነት; The TFT35 SPI display connects to the main board via an FPC cable for simple operation.
• የኃይል አማራጮች: Each motor drive can select power supply from either the motor power supply or the main power supply (heating rod power supply).

2. BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 Board Details

The BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 is a compact and powerful single-board computer designed to run Klipper firmware, offering robust control for your 3D printer.

Figure 1: BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 board with highlighted 64-bit Quad-Core Architecture, ARM Cortex-A53 Processor, and 1GB DDR3L RAM.

ምስል 2 - ተጠናቀቀview of BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 board showing PWM Fan Port, SPI Port for ADXL345, Dedicated CAN bus Port, and Multiple Display Options.

ምስል 3: ዝርዝር view of BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 power options (DC 12V-24V, DC 5V±5%/2A via USB Type-C) and connectivity (40-pin GPIO, 4 x USB 2.0).

Figure 4: BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 network connections, including onboard RJ45 port for 100Mbps wired network and built-in 2.4G WiFi module.

BIGTREETECH Pi Overview ቪዲዮ

3. TFT35 SPI V2.1 Display Details

The TFT35 SPI V2.1 is a 3.5-inch color touchscreen display designed for intuitive and responsive operation with your 3D printer.

Figure 5: The 3.5-inch TFT Color Touchscreen display, highlighting its size, 480x320 resolution, SPI & I2C interface, and touch control capabilities.

Figure 6: The TFT35 SPI V2.1 display showcasing its 480x320 resolution, providing crisp text and images for clear readability.

Touch Screen Controller Display Overview

4. ዝርዝሮች

5. ማዋቀር እና መጫን

This section provides general guidance for setting up your BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 and TFT35 SPI V2.1 kit. For detailed wiring and specific Klipper firmware configuration, please refer to the official BIGTREETECH documentation and Klipper project documentation.

Connecting the TFT35 SPI V2.1 Display

The TFT35 SPI V2.1 display connects to the main board using an FPC cable. Ensure proper orientation and secure connection to avoid damage.

Klipper Firmware Configuration

The BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 is designed to run Klipper firmware. Configuration involves setting up the Klipper environment on the Pi and configuring the printer.cfg file to match your specific 3D printer and the BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 + TFT35 SPI V2.1 kit.

• Install Klipper on the BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2.
• አዋቅር printer.cfg file with the correct pin assignments and settings for your printer's components (steppers, heaters, thermistors, endstops, etc.).
• Ensure the communication between the Pi and your printer's mainboard is correctly established.

6. የአሠራር መመሪያዎች

Once installed and configured, the TFT35 SPI V2.1 display provides an interface to control your 3D printer running Klipper firmware.

Using the TFT35 SPI V2.1 Display

• The display supports both Serial Touch Screen mode and LCD12864 Simulator mode, which can be switched via a button.
• In Serial Touch Screen mode, you can navigate menus and control printer functions directly.
• Firmware upgrades for the display can be performed using an SD card.
• ማተም files can be initiated from TFT SD, Onboard SD, or a USB Disk when in Serial Touch Screen mode.

7. ጥገና

Regular maintenance ensures the longevity and optimal performance of your BIGTREETECH Pi V1.2 and TFT35 SPI V2.1 kit.

• Keep the boards clean and free from dust and debris.
• Ensure proper ventilation to prevent overheating of the Pi board.
• ሁሉንም የኬብል ግንኙነቶች ደህንነት እና ታማኝነት ለማረጋገጥ በመደበኛነት ያረጋግጡ።
• Keep Klipper firmware and display firmware updated to the latest versions for bug fixes and new features.

8. መላ መፈለግ

If you encounter issues, refer to the following general troubleshooting steps:

• ኃይል የለም፡ Check all power connections to the BIGTREETECH Pi and your printer's mainboard. Ensure the power supply is adequate.
• የማይሰራ ማሳያ; Verify the FPC cable connection between the TFT35 SPI V2.1 and the main board. Check if the display mode is correctly set.
• Klipper Connection Issues: Ensure the Klipper firmware is correctly flashed and configured. Check network connectivity (Ethernet/WIFI) for the Pi.
• አታሚ ምላሽ አይሰጥም፡- Verify all motor, endstop, heater, and thermistor connections. Check the printer.cfg file for any errors.
• የጽኑ ትዕዛዝ ማዘመን አለመሳካት፡- Double-check the firmware files and the update procedure. Ensure the SD card or USB drive is correctly formatted.

For more specific troubleshooting, consult the BIGTREETECH GitHub page or the Klipper documentation.

9. ዋስትና እና ድጋፍ

BIGTREETECH products typically come with a manufacturer's warranty. Please retain your proof of purchase for warranty claims.

• የዋስትና ጊዜ፡- Refer to the product packaging or the official BIGTREETECH website for specific warranty duration.
• የቴክኒክ ድጋፍ; For technical assistance, visit the official BIGTREETECH website or their GitHub repository for detailed guides, firmware, and community support.
• ያነጋግሩ፡ If you require further assistance, please contact BIGTREETECH customer service through their official channels.