Connecting VESC to BLDC tool (or new VESC tool) via Bluetooth on a Mac - possible?

ESK8 Electronics
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It’s really annoying having to open up my board every time I wanna program my VESCs and connect them to my computer via USB.

I know you can run a BT module to connect to a phone app, but is it possible to connect via Bluetooth to the BLDC tool (or new VESC tool) on a Mac or PC?

I wanna be able to do everything the desktop tools can do (including motor detection, etc), not just the limited functionality of the phone apps.

Is this possible?

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Nope, too much data loss. Get a USB Panel Adaptor and install it in your enclosure.

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Unfortunately, not enough room inside the enclosure for the extra connectors to do that :frowning:

So, am I out of luck then?

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You could solder an extension usb cable to the USB pins on the vesc, just make sure to keep it tucked away/sealed. Cut it and solder the wires coming from the female end

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I really miss @ackmaniac firmware with bluetooth connectivity via HM-10