# ESP32 Cam

## Version Requirements

Unfortunately, there are some version combinations that cannot work.

The working one is

|                     |             |   |
| ------------------- | ----------- | - |
| Arduino IDE         | 1.8.19      |   |
| esp32 board package | 1.0.6       |   |
| ESP32-CAM Board     | ESP32-S     |   |
| Camera Module       | DC-26 40-V3 |   |

## Add ESP32 Boards to Arduino IDE

Open Arduino, select File -> Preferences.

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Add the following URL to the "Additional Boards Manager URLs" section:

```
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/espressif/arduino-esp32/gh-pages/package_esp32_index.json
```

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Restart Arduino.

Go to Tools -> Board -> Boards Manager...

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Search and install the esp32.

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After installation, select "".

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## Configure Example Code

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Change the define to use `CAMERA_MODEL_AI_THINKER`.

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## Wiring

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Note: do NOT use the GND pin near U0T pin (the one labeled "GND/R"). That pin does not connect to ground for some of the boards.

After plugging in the debugger, select the corresponding COM port. No need to change other settings.

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After upload, remove the IO0 jumper wire, open Serial Monitor, and click reset button, located at the back of the board.


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