/firebird_V

firebird_v module installation guide

🤖 Firebird V Programming Guide

Overview

This guide provides comprehensive instructions for programming the Firebird V robot using Atmel Studio and flashing code onto the ATmega2560 microcontroller.

📋 Prerequisites

  • Computer with Windows OS
  • Atmel Studio 6
  • Firebird V robot
  • STK cable

🔧 Installation Steps

1. Install Atmel Studio 6

2. Set Up Your Project in Atmel Studio

Create a New Project

  1. Launch Atmel Studio
  2. Click New Project
  3. Choose GCC C Executable Project

Configure Microcontroller

  1. In the project setup window, select ATmega2560
  2. Click OK

3. Coding and Building

Write Your Code

  • Use the code editor to develop your program

Build the Solution

  1. Click Build
  2. Select Build Solution
  3. Verify successful build message

Locate Hex File

  1. Right-click project name
  2. Select Open Contingency Folder
  3. Navigate to debug folder
  4. Find your .hex file

4. Flashing Code to Firebird V

Prepare for Flashing

  1. Open AVRDUDE_ATMEGA2560 folder
  2. Locate stkrun.bat

Flash the Code

  1. Open Command Prompt in the AVRDUDE folder
  2. Type stkrun
  3. Provide path to your .hex file
  4. Connect Firebird V with STK cable
  5. Press Enter to upload code

⚠️ Important Notes

  • Install all necessary drivers before flashing
  • Ensure Firebird V is powered on
  • Verify proper cable connection

🚀 Troubleshooting

  • Check cable connections
  • Verify driver installations
  • Confirm correct .hex file selection

📚 Resources

🤝 Contributing

Found an issue? Please open a GitHub issue or submit a pull request.

Happy Robotics Programming! 🤖👩‍💻👨‍💻