From 680150a824d779f1f2b1f47f822cd5b945a3baf8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Matthieu Bucchianeri Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:42:13 -0700 Subject: [PATCH] Add instructions to build the XTMax firmware. --- XTMax/Code/XTMax/README.md | 27 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 27 insertions(+) create mode 100644 XTMax/Code/XTMax/README.md diff --git a/XTMax/Code/XTMax/README.md b/XTMax/Code/XTMax/README.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..527c00e --- /dev/null +++ b/XTMax/Code/XTMax/README.md @@ -0,0 +1,27 @@ +# XTMax Firmware + +## Prerequisites + +This procedure assumes a modern Windows operating system. + +Please follow the instructions to download and [install Teensyduino](https://www.pjrc.com/teensy/td_download.html) (which is two programs: the Arduino IDE and the Teensy board support package). + +## Building and deploying + +1) Open the Arduino IDE and load the `XTMax.ino` file. + +2) Under `Tools` -> `Board` select `Teensy` then `Teensy 4.1`. + +3) Under `Tools` -> `Optimize` select `Fastest`. + +4) Under `Tools` -> `CPU Speed` select `912 MHz`. + +5) Connect your Teensy via USB. **It is recommended that you remove the Teensy from the XTMax or remove the XTMax from the host ISA computer to avoid back-driving from USB.** + +6) Under `Sketch` select `Upload`. + +7) Put the Teensy and/or XTMax back into the host ISA compute and enjoy! + +## Using XTMax and its drivers + +See [these instructions](../../Drivers/README.md). \ No newline at end of file