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Espressif ESP32-S3-BOX-3 User Manual

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ESP32-S3-BOX-3 AIoT Development Kit User Guide
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GitHub ESP-BOX SDK
Important Note :
Upon receiving the ESP32-S3-BOX-3, we advise updating the built-in factory firmware to ensure you
have the latest bugfixes via Espressif's online firmware flashing tool
latest version is ESP-BOX-3_Demo_V1.2.3.
Hint - To verify the software version, please go to the 'About Us' Page.
Overview
In a world where innovation combines with artistry, where sharing and collaboration are paramount, we
introduce the ESP32-S3-BOX-3, a fully open-source AIoT development kit based on the powerful ESP32-
S3 SoC. This next-generation tool brings a positive change to traditional development boards, it features a
compact and beautiful enclosure also provides rich assemblies, empowering developers to easily
customize and expand its functionality with Espressif trusted software solutions such as ESP-BOX, ESP-
SR, ESP-Rainmaker and ESP-Matter. Whether you're prototyping a new project or building a complex IoT
system, the ESP32-S3-BOX-3 strikes the perfect balance of form and function, propelling the future of
development board ecology.
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  • Page 1 Espressif trusted software solutions such as ESP-BOX, ESP- SR, ESP-Rainmaker and ESP-Matter. Whether you're prototyping a new project or building a complex IoT system, the ESP32-S3-BOX-3 strikes the perfect balance of form and function, propelling the future of development board ecology.

  • Page 2: Target Group

    The ESP32-S3-BOX-3 comes with pre-built firmware supporting offline voice wake-up and speech recognition in both Chinese and English. The ESP-BOX mobile APP facilitates reconfigurable AI voice interaction, enabling you to create personalized commands for controlling smart devices. Furthermore, the firmware showcases various sensor demos and enables users to perform IR learning, transforming the box into a controller for in-house air conditioners.

  • Page 3: Key Features

    Key Features An out-of-the-box entry-level edge AI + HMI application development board. FreeRTOS-based four-in-one voice interaction panel: offline voice recognition, network communication, screen display, peripheral control. Supports far-field voice interaction with 2 mics. Offline voice wake-up and commands recognition with high wake-up rate. Allows continuous recognition, wake-up interrupt, and over 200 customizable command words.

  • Page 4: Hardware Introduction

    ESP32-S3-BOX-3-DOCK, a functional accessory serving as a stand for the main box ESP32-S3-BOX-3-SENSOR, a functional accessory showcasing sensor applications ESP32-S3-BOX-3-BRACKET, an adapter accessory for mounting the main box to other devices ESP32-S3-BOX-3-BREAD, an adapter accessory facilitating easy connection of the main box to a standard breadboard A USB-C Power Cable...
  • Page 5 ESP32-S3-BOX-3 is the main unit powered by the ESP32-S3-WROOM-1 module, which offers Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5 (LE) wireless capability as well as AI acceleration capabilities. On top of 512 KB SRAM provided by the ESP32-S3 SoC, the module comes with additional 16 MB Quad flash and 16 MB Octal PSRAM.
  • Page 6 ESP32-S3-BOX-3-DOCK is designed to serve as a stand for ESP32-S3-BOX-3 through the gold fingers, and offers diverse expandability. It has two Pmod™ compatible headers, which allow users to expand additional peripheral modules. These headers offer 16 programmable GPIOs that can supply 3.3 V power to peripherals.
  • Page 7 ESP32-S3-BOX-3-BRACKET can be utilized to help ESP32-S3-BOX-3 mount to other devices, opens up a multitude of possibilities for transforming non-smart devices into smart ones. Installation of ESP32-S3- BOX-3-BRACKET is straightforward, simply prepare 2 mounting holes and a slot using our template HERE.
  • Page 8 ESP32-S3-BOX-3-BREAD is an adapter that enables easy connection of the ESP32-S3-BOX-3 to a standard breadboard, providing convenience for makers who enjoy hands-on projects to expand and connect with other devices. It utilizes a high-density PCIe connector and two rows of 2.54 mm pitch pins to expose the ESP32-S3's 16 programmable GPIOs, making ESP32-S3-BOX-3-BREAD highly practical and functional.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Power on Your Device Power on your device using the USB-C cable. Once the device is powered on, the screen will play the Espressif logo boot animation. Let's Play Around! The initial two pages of the quick guide provide an overview of the functions of the buttons on your BOX.
  • Page 10 The subsequent pages of the quick guide introduce how to use AI voice control. Tap OK Let’s Go access the menu. The menu consists of six options: Sensor Monitor Device Control Network Media Player , and . You can move between these options by swiping left or right. For instance, you Help About Us can access the...
  • Page 11 Press the mute button on the top of the device to disable voice wake-up and speech recognition. Press it again to enable them. Tap the red circle located below the screen to go back to the previous page. This red circle serves as a customizable touch region, allowing users to customize extra touch capabilities according to their preferences.

  • Page 12: Sensor Monitor

    Sensor Monitor This feature needs ESP32-S3-BOX-3 is mounted to the ESP32-S3-BOX-3-SENSOR dock. ESP32-S3- BOX-3-SENSOR is a versatile accessory, which integrates a Temp&Hum Sensor, a pair of IR Emitter and Receiver, and a Radar Sensor. It empowers user to create sensor network and other sensor applications with ease.
  • Page 13 Enter the screen and tap button to enable/ disable radar monitoring feature. Sensor Monitor ON/OFF When the radar enables switch is set to , a red body icon will be shown if a person is detected in front of the device, and the icon will turn gray if no person is detected within 2 minutes. IR Learning Below the temperature and humidity data and radar functions is the infrared learning module.
  • Page 14 Reversal Relearn remote controllers. Tips: Please be aware that when the ESP32-S3-BOX-3 is not mounted to the ESP32-S3-BOX-3-SENSOR dock, the entire function will not be operational. Sensor Monitor During the period of experiencing the built-in firmware with ESP32-S3-BOX-3-DOCK,...
  • Page 15 Firstly, connect the RGB LED module to your device. Refer to the pin definitions in the table below, and use Dupont wires to connect the R, G, B, and GND pins of the RGB LED module to the female header connector on the Pmod™ interface of the ESP32-S3-BOX-3-DOCK. You may say at any screen to wake up your device.
  • Page 16 You can use voice commands to enjoy music. First, wake up the device, then say "Sing a song" This will launch the music player and start playing built-in music. You can also use voice commands to pause or skip songs. There are two built-in songs. Tips: If the LED light fails to turn on, check whether the module pins are inserted into the right ports.
  • Page 17 Currently, the device cannot recognize commands while it's playing beep. Voice Command Customization The ESP32-S3-BOX-3 is also equipped with Espressif proprietary AI Speech Recognition System, which allows you to customize commands through our ESP BOX APP. We will take the LED light on the module as an example, to show how to create your own voice commands.
  • Page 18 1.4 After adding the device, you will see the following prompts: And this prompts in the box:...
  • Page 19 Tips: Please do not exit the QR code page during the network provisioning. Make sure you connect the device to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi instead of 5 GHz, and enter the correct Wi-Fi password. If the Wi-Fi password is incorrect, the prompt "Wi-Fi Authentication failed" will pop up. Long press the button (i.e.
  • Page 20 2.2 Tap , and the tab shows the default pin information and commands. The pins for Light Configure Red, Green, and Blue can be changed as needed. 2.3 In the tab, you may also customize commands to turn on or off the light and change its Configure color.
  • Page 21 2.4 In the tab, you may adjust the color, brightness, and saturation of the light. Control 2.5 Now, you can try out your new command! First, say to wake up your device. Then "Hi E. S. P." within 6 seconds to turn on the light. The new command will show on the screen "Good Morning"...
  • Page 22 The ESP-BOX APP is built based on the commercial software architecture, Nova Home APP, which provides fancy UI and better user experience but has limited openness, customers need commercially contact us to access it by email sales@espressif.com. For developer, we offer ESP RainMaker solution, which includes publicly available development document and API guide.

  • Page 23: Technical Specification

    Hardware Overview ESP32-S3-BOX-3 Orthographic View Technical Specification...
  • Page 25 ESP32-S3-BOX-3-DOCK Orthographic View Technical Specification Digilent Pmod™ Interface Specification Pinout Diagram...
  • Page 26 ESP32-S3-BOX-3-SENSOR Orthographic View...
  • Page 27 Technical Specification Tips: When charging the 18650 battery, please switch the toggle to 'ON' and plug the ESP32-S3-BOX-3 into the ESP32-S3-BOX-3-SENSOR. Again, during the period of experiencing the built-in firmware with ESP32-S3-BOX-3-DOCK, avoid hot-plugging ESP32-S3-BOX-3-DOCK and switching to ESP32-S3-BOX-3-SENSOR. This action...
  • Page 28 ESP32-S3-BOX-3-BRACKET Orthographic View Technical Specification ESP32-S3-BOX-3-BREAD Orthographic View...
  • Page 29 Technical Specification Pinout Diagram...

  • Page 31: Fcc Regulations

    FCC Regulations This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

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