Firmware update

Update your device

Install Free Dope on the Waveshare ESP32-S3 knob display with a USB-C data cable.

⌘ Mac or Windows computer ◉ Chrome or Edge ↔ USB-C data cable

Prepare

Check the device

Checking files…

This updater is for the Waveshare ESP32-S3-Knob-Touch-LCD-1.8 only. Turn it on and connect it to your computer with a data-capable USB-C cable.

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Connect

Select your device

Not connected

Click Connect, choose USB JTAG/serial debug unit in the browser dialog, then confirm. The page checks that the connected chip is an ESP32-S3.

Keep a way back Connect the device to save a full 16 MB backup, including DopeSpin settings.

Install

Flash Free Dope

Waiting for connection

Keep the cable connected and the page open while the firmware is written. The device will restart when installation finishes.

I understand this installs Free Dope and replaces DopeSpin. My DopeSpin profiles and settings may not carry over, and I have saved a recovery backup or do not need one.

This first install writes the bootloader, partition table, and app. It does not erase the entire flash, but the new partition layout can change how old DopeSpin data is used. Keep a full backup before installing.

Installer status

Ready when you are

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