ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1(U) is a general-purpose development board based on `ESP32-S2FH4 <https://www.espressif.com/sites/default/files/documentation/esp32-s2_datasheet_en.pdf>`__ chip, which falls into ESP32-S2 chip series. With a rich peripheral set and optimized pinout, this board allows rapid prototyping.
ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1 is embedded with `ESP32-S2-MINI-1 <https://www.espressif.com/sites/default/files/documentation/esp32-s2-mini-1_esp32-s2-mini-1u_datasheet_en.pdf>`__ module (on-board PCB antenna), while ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1U with `ESP32-S2-MINI-1U <https://www.espressif.com/sites/default/files/documentation/esp32-s2-mini-1_esp32-s2-mini-1u_datasheet_en.pdf>`__ module (external antenna connector).
-`Related Documents`_: Gives links to related documentation.
Getting Started
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This section describes how to get started with ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1(U). It begins with a few introductory sections about the ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1(U), then Section `Start Application Development`_ provides instructions on how to get the ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1(U) ready and flash firmware into it.
Overview
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ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1(U) is entry-level development board equipped with either ESP32-S2-MINI-1 or ESP32-S2-MINI-1U module. Most of the I/O pins on the module are broken out to the pin headers on both sides for easy interfacing. Developers can either connect peripherals with jumper wires or mount ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1(U) on a breadboard.
Contents and Packaging
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Retail orders
^^^^^^^^^^^^^
If you order a few samples, each ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1(U) comes in an individual package in either antistatic bag or any packaging depending on your retailer.
For retail orders, please go to https://www.espressif.com/en/company/contact/buy-a-sample.
Wholesale Orders
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
If you order in bulk, the boards come in large cardboard boxes.
For wholesale orders, please check `Espressif Product Ordering Information <https://www.espressif.com/sites/default/files/documentation/espressif_products_ordering_information_en.pdf>`_ (PDF).
- ESP32-S2-MINI-1 and ESP32-S2-MINI-1U are two powerful, generic Wi-Fi MCU modules that integrate ESP32-S2FH4 chip. ESP32-S2-MINI-1 comes with a PCB antenna, and ESP32-S2-MINI-1U with an external antenna connector. They both feature a 4 MB external SPI flash.
* - Pin Headers
- All available GPIO pins (except for the SPI bus for flash) are broken out to the pin headers on the board. Users can program ESP32-S2FH4 chip to enable multiple functions such as SPI, I2S, UART, I2C, touch sensors, PWM etc. For details, please see :ref:`user-guide-devkitm-1-v1-header-blocks`.
- Turns on when the USB power is connected to the board.
* - USB to UART Bridge
- Single USB-UART bridge chip provides transfer rates up to 3 Mbps.
* - Reset Button
- Reset button.
* - Micro-USB Port
- USB interface. Power supply for the board as well as the communication interface between a computer and the ESP32-S2FH4 chip.
* - Boot Button
- Download button. Holding down **Boot** and then pressing **Reset** initiates Firmware Download mode for downloading firmware through the serial port.
Be sure to use an appropriate USB cable. Some cables are for charging only and do not provide the needed data lines nor work for programming the boards.
Please proceed to :doc:`../../get-started/index`, where Section :ref:`get-started-step-by-step` will quickly help you set up the development environment and then flash an application example into your ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1(U).
The two tables below provide the **Name** and **Function** of the pin headers on both sides of the board (J1 and J3). The pin header names are shown in :ref:`user-guide-devkitm-1-v1-board-front`. The numbering is the same as in the `ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1(U) Schematics <https://dl.espressif.com/dl/schematics/ESP32-S2-DevKitM-1_V1_Schematics.pdf>`_ (PDF).
