Using the TI LaunchPad from your KoP

[billbo911]

Originally Posted by wt200999

Energia support for this is something we tried to push for, and would love to see in the future. It just wasn't going to happen for this release.



The gamepad code comes out to be around 10K, so it is cutting it close, but it should not be a problem for most modifications.



The root folder is the whole project, the three different options are selected based on build properties in CCS. The important files are the source files in the root, and the files in the USB_config and USB_app folders.

CCS is Eclipse based and needs a workspace set up before importing projects. To set up CCS to work on the project, clone the MSP430-Gamepad repo into your workspace folder. From there you should be able to import and run the code.

I will be posting more detailed documentation soon.

Thanks Will.

The priority to modify the three existing options is actually fairly low, at least for this season. The modifications I was considering adding can be easily achieved by simply adding a small arduino to the DS in addition to the LaunchPad.
I was hoping to add the ability to run a fairly long set of addressable LEDs in the DS. By simply jumpering a few of the Digital Indicator lines to the Arduino, we can get all kinds of really nice lighting effects.

I'll stay on the lookout for more information on how to work with the LaunchPad. Honestly, Energia is a good start, but it really needs to be able to handle working with the LaunchPad as a USB HID device, just as the Teensyduino Plugin does for Arduino and the Teensy board(s).