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| 1 | +--- |
| 2 | +description: Getting Started with EE03 10.3-inch E-ink Driver Board |
| 3 | +title: Getting Started with XIAO ePaper Display Board - EE03 |
| 4 | +keywords: |
| 5 | + - E-ink |
| 6 | + - Driver Board |
| 7 | + - 10.3 inch |
| 8 | + - ESP32 |
| 9 | + - SenseCraft HMI |
| 10 | +image: https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/3-XIAO-ePaper-Display-Board-EE03-kit.jpg |
| 11 | +slug: /getting_started_with_ee03 |
| 12 | +sku: 100080566 |
| 13 | +last_update: |
| 14 | + date: 2026-03-1 |
| 15 | + author: Jackson.Li |
| 16 | +--- |
| 17 | + |
| 18 | +import Tabs from '@theme/Tabs'; |
| 19 | +import TabItem from '@theme/TabItem'; |
| 20 | +import Steppers from '@site/src/components/utils/Stepper'; |
| 21 | + |
| 22 | +## Introduction |
| 23 | + |
| 24 | +Powered by **XIAO ESP32-S3 Plus**, the ePaper driver board EE03 supports **10.3 Monochrome ePaper Display**. It features a JST 2.0 mm battery connector with power switch, built-in charging IC, and comes with one reset and three user buttons. Well-suited for low-power ePaper projects such as digital photo frames and information boards. |
| 25 | + |
| 26 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/1.jpg" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 27 | + |
| 28 | +### Features |
| 29 | + |
| 30 | +- **Built in XIAO ESP32-S3 Plus:** Works immediately when connected to a compatible ePaper display. |
| 31 | +- **Dedicated 10.3" Monochrome ePaper Display Support:** Specifically designed for 10.3" high-speed refresh epaper display, ensuring quick setup and stable operation. |
| 32 | +- **High-Speed Refresh Enabled:** Integrated T-CON timing control ensures precise high-speed driving, while the onboard SHT40 provides real-time temperature sensing for waveform compensation. |
| 33 | +- **BAT Connector with Switch:** Provides simple battery connection and integrates a switch, enabling efficient power management and energy savings. |
| 34 | +- **User-Friendly Buttons:** Features 1 reset button and 3 user-programmable buttons, providing flexibility for project acceleration and customizable functions. |
| 35 | +- **SenseCraft HMI Firmware Pre-Flashed:** Simply plug in and start right away with SenseCraft HMI, our AI-powered no-code UI design platform. Choose from rich templates or drag-and-drop UI building (with optional AI assistance), and deploy to the ePaper display in just a few clicks. |
| 36 | + |
| 37 | +### Specification |
| 38 | + |
| 39 | +| Parameter | Description | |
| 40 | +| :--- | :--- | |
| 41 | +| **Processor** | XIAO ESP32-S3 Plus | |
| 42 | +| **ePaper Connector** | FPC 40 Pin 0.5mm | |
| 43 | +| **Battery Connector** | JST 2.0mm | |
| 44 | +| **Switch** | Battery Power ON/OFF | |
| 45 | +| **Power Supply** | - 3.7V Li-Battery<br/>- USB Type-C | |
| 46 | +| **Button** | - 1x Reset button<br/>- 3x User button | |
| 47 | + |
| 48 | +### Application |
| 49 | + |
| 50 | +- **Digital E-Book Readers:** Deliver a paper-like monochrome reading experience with 16-level grayscale and fast refresh for smoother page turns and more responsive updates. |
| 51 | +- **Real-Time Dashboard:** Display live information such as weather updates, calendar schedules, key notifications, and data widgets like energy usage, sensor status, or KPIs. |
| 52 | +- **Security Alerts:** Display alerts and notifications about security events, such as motion detection or door/window sensor activation. |
| 53 | +- **Public Transit Arrival Board:** Show real-time bus/train arrival times, route status, and service alerts at a glance for daily commuting. |
| 54 | + |
| 55 | +## Hardware Overview |
| 56 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/2.png" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 57 | + |
| 58 | +- **USB Type-C**: For power supply and firmware flashing. |
| 59 | +- **FPC Connector**: To connect the ePaper display. |
| 60 | +- **Reset Button**: To reset the board. |
| 61 | +- **User Buttons**: Programmable buttons for user interaction. |
| 62 | +- **Power Switch**: Control the power of battery on/off. |
| 63 | +- **Boot Button**: Used for entering bootloader mode. |
| 64 | +- **LED Indicators**: Status indicators for power and charging. |
| 65 | +- **JST Connector**: 2 pins JST 2.0mm connector to connect battery. |
| 66 | + |
| 67 | +## Getting Started with SenseCraft HMI |
| 68 | + |
| 69 | +This section will guide you through connecting your EE03 to the SenseCraft HMI platform, allowing you to easily update the screen content wirelessly. |
| 70 | +:::tip |
| 71 | +Please note that you need to burn the **SenseCraft HMI EE03 firmware** before you can use the SenseCraft HMI platform. |
| 72 | +::: |
| 73 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/EE03_HMI_0.jpg" style={{width:800,height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 74 | +### Equipment Installation |
| 75 | + |
| 76 | +**Step 1. Connect the Screen and Board** |
| 77 | +Carefully connect the FPC cable of your ePaper screen to the connector on the EE03 driver board. Ensure the locking mechanism is secure. |
| 78 | + |
| 79 | +**Step 2. Power On** |
| 80 | +Connect the EE03 board to a power source (computer or USB adapter) using a USB Type-C cable. Upon powering up, the screen will refresh and display a welcome image. |
| 81 | + |
| 82 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/EE03_HMI_1.jpg" style={{width:300,height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 83 | + |
| 84 | +**Step 3. Enter Network Configuration Mode** |
| 85 | +After the welcome image, the screen will automatically refresh to show the Network Configuration interface. This indicates the device is ready to connect to Wi-Fi. |
| 86 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/EE03_HMI_3.jpg" style={{width:300,height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 87 | + |
| 88 | + |
| 89 | +### Network Configuration |
| 90 | + |
| 91 | +**Step 4. Configure Wi-Fi via Mobile Phone** |
| 92 | +Use your mobile phone to scan the QR code displayed on the screen. Follow the prompts on your phone to enter your local Wi-Fi SSID and password to connect the EE03 to the internet. |
| 93 | + |
| 94 | +**Step 5. Obtain Pairing Code** |
| 95 | +Once the network configuration is successful, the screen will refresh again and display a unique **Pairing Code**. You will need this code for the next step. |
| 96 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/EE03_HMI_2.jpg" style={{width:300,height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 97 | + |
| 98 | +### Platform Binding & Update |
| 99 | + |
| 100 | +**Step 6. Bind Device on SenseCraft HMI** |
| 101 | +Go to the [SenseCraft HMI Platform](https://sensecraft.seeed.cc/hmi/device). Log in to your account. Navigate to the device management section and select "Add Device". Enter the Pairing Code displayed on your E-ink screen. |
| 102 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/EE03_HMI_4.jpg" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 103 | +**Step 7. Create and Push New Interface** |
| 104 | +On the SenseCraft HMI platform, select the template suitable for the 10.3-inch screen to create a new interface or upload an image. |
| 105 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/EE03_HMI_8.jpg" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 106 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/EE03_HMI_5.jpg" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 107 | + |
| 108 | +**Step 8. Apply your images** |
| 109 | +Once finished, click the "Apply" button and select your EE03 device. |
| 110 | + |
| 111 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/EE03_HMI_6.jpg" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 112 | + |
| 113 | +**Step 9. Display on the screen** |
| 114 | +Finally the EE03 will receive the data and refresh the 10.3-inch screen with your new content. |
| 115 | + |
| 116 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/EE03_HMI_7.jpg" style={{width:300, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 117 | + |
| 118 | + |
| 119 | +## Getting Started with Arduino |
| 120 | + |
| 121 | +### Install Seeed GFX Library |
| 122 | + |
| 123 | +:::tip |
| 124 | +This library has same function as TFT library and no compatible with it. If you have installed TFT library or other similar display libraries, please uninstall it first. |
| 125 | +::: |
| 126 | + |
| 127 | +Download and install the Seeed GFX library from GitHub. |
| 128 | + |
| 129 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/xiao_075inch_epaper_panel/fix1.jpg" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 130 | + |
| 131 | +<div align="center"> |
| 132 | +<a href="https://github.com/Seeed-Studio/Seeed_Arduino_LCD" target="_blank"> |
| 133 | +<p style={{textAlign: 'center'}}><button type="button" className="download" style={{backgroundColor: '#00A418', borderRadius: '8px', border: 'none', color: '#fff', padding: '12px 24px', textAlign: 'center', textDecoration: 'none', display: 'inline-block', fontSize: '16px', margin: '4px 2px', cursor: 'pointer'}}>Click here to download</button></p> |
| 134 | +</a> |
| 135 | +</div> |
| 136 | +Scroll down and open this link. |
| 137 | + |
| 138 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/xiao_075inch_epaper_panel/fix2.jpg" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 139 | + |
| 140 | +Select your device type and it will generate some code. Copy those code and we will use them later. |
| 141 | + |
| 142 | +:::tip |
| 143 | +If you make the wrong choice, the screen will display nothing. |
| 144 | + |
| 145 | +So please make sure you select the correct device or component type. |
| 146 | +::: |
| 147 | + |
| 148 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/3.png" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 149 | + |
| 150 | +After downloading the library, go to **Sketch** -> **Include Library** -> **Add .ZIP Library** and select the downloaded library. |
| 151 | + |
| 152 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/xiao_075inch_epaper_panel/51.png" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 153 | + |
| 154 | + |
| 155 | +### Configure and burn the program |
| 156 | +Select the example shown in the figure |
| 157 | + |
| 158 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/4.png" style={{width:800, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 159 | + |
| 160 | +Create a new "driver.h" file and paste those code into it. The code should be like: |
| 161 | +```cpp |
| 162 | +#define BOARD_SCREEN_COMBO 511 // 10.3 inch monochrome ePaper Screen(ED103TC2) |
| 163 | +#define USE_XIAO_EPAPER_DISPLAY_BOARD_EE03 |
| 164 | +``` |
| 165 | +
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| 166 | +
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| 167 | +After that, go to **Tools** -> **Board** -> **XIAO ESP32S3 Plus** and **Tools** -> **Port** -> **Select the port your board is connected to**. |
| 168 | +
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| 169 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/5.jpg" style={{width:1000, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 170 | +
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| 171 | +Note that PSAM must be enabled. |
| 172 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/6.jpg" style={{width:1000, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 173 | +
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| 174 | +Then click **Upload** to upload the code. |
| 175 | +Now you will see the feedback in your epaper screen! Following are the results of Bitmap examples. |
| 176 | +<div style={{textAlign:'center'}}><img src="https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/7.jpg" style={{width:500, height:'auto'}}/></div> |
| 177 | +
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| 178 | +
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| 179 | +## Troubleshooting |
| 180 | +
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| 181 | +**Q1: The screen does not refresh after powering on.** |
| 182 | +* Check if the FPC cable is correctly inserted and locked. |
| 183 | +* Ensure the USB Type-C cable provides sufficient power. |
| 184 | +* Press the Reset button to restart the board. |
| 185 | +
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| 186 | +**Q2: Wi-Fi configuration fails.** |
| 187 | +* Ensure your Wi-Fi network is 2.4GHz. |
| 188 | +* Check if the Wi-Fi password was entered correctly. |
| 189 | +
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| 190 | +**Q3: The screen display is blurry or has ghosting.** |
| 191 | +* This can happen if the screen hasn't been refreshed for a long time or if the power supply is unstable. Try refreshing the screen again via the HMI platform. |
| 192 | +
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| 193 | +## Resources |
| 194 | +- **[PDF]** [Seeed Studio XIAO ePaper Display EE03 Schematic](https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/XIAO_ePaper_Display_Board_EE03_V1.0_SCH_251217.pdf) |
| 195 | +- **[ZIP]** [Seeed Studio XIAO ePaper Display EE03 PCBA&SCH](https://files.seeedstudio.com/wiki/Epaper/EE03/XIAO_ePaper_Display_Board_EE03_V1.0_SCH_&_PCB_251217.zip) |
| 196 | +
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| 197 | +## Tech Support & Product Discussion |
| 198 | +
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