M5Stack Core2 AWS ESP32 IoT Development Kit

M5Stack Core2 AWS ESP32 IoT Development Kit is the official reference hardware for the AWS IoT Kit, designed to make building cloud-connected IoT applications easy and cost-effective.

Based on the powerful M5Stack Core2, this kit comes with an ESP32 dual-core processor, rich interfaces, and modular expandability. It includes the Microchip ATECC608 Trust&GO secure element, pre-provisioned for secure identity and encrypted communications – essential for cloud IoT development.

The Core2 for AWS integrates a touch screen, microphone, speaker, 6-axis IMU, vibration motor, and a rechargeable battery – providing everything you need to prototype smart home solutions, industrial automation, and remote monitoring projects.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, the M5StackCore2 for AWS ESP32 IoT Kit offers a secure, feature-rich, and scalable platform to bring your AWS-powered IoT ideas to life.

To learn more about the Core2 for AWS IoT Kit program, visit https://core2-for-aws-docs.m5stack.com

The M5Stack Core2 for AWS is an advanced and secure ESP32 IoT development kit officially recommended by AWS. Designed for building cloud-connected IoT applications, this kit is part of the AWS IoT Kit learning program and is ideal for both beginners and experienced developers.

Powered by the ESP32-D0WDQ6-V3 microcontroller, the Core2 for AWS features dual 32-bit Xtensa LX6 cores, a 240MHz main frequency, and 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connectivity. With 8MB PSRAM and 16MB flash memory onboard, it offers robust performance for a variety of IoT scenarios.

The device includes a 2.0-inch capacitive touch screen, delivering a smooth and responsive interface for interactive applications. It’s equipped with a vibration motor for haptic feedback, RTC module for accurate timekeeping, and an AXP192 power management chip to monitor and optimize energy usage. Additional hardware includes:

• TF card slot (supports microSD cards up to 16GB)

• Built-in speaker with I2S amplifier for clear audio

• 3 programmable capacitive touch buttons on the front

• Physical power and reset buttons on the sides

The M5GO Bottom2 for AWS, included in this kit, extends the capabilities with:

• MPU6886 6-axis IMU and temperature sensor

• SPM1423 digital microphone for voice applications

• 10 RGB LEDs (SK6812) for custom light effects

• 500mAh lithium battery for portable operation

• Microchip ATECC608 Trust & GO secure element for hardware-based authentication and cryptographic acceleration

• CP2104 chip interface for lithium battery communication

The M5Stack Core2 AWS ESP32 IoT Development Kit is a plug-and-play, scalable, and secure solution for developing edge devices, smart home solutions, industrial automation systems, and cloud-native IoT projects on AWS.

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Power Management

Operations:
Power on: One click the power button on the left
Power off: Long press the left power button for 6 seconds
Reset: Click the RST button on the bottom side

Extensions

Some of the screen edges will have touch non-linearity problems, you can try to use M5Tool to upgrade the screen firmware to solve this problem.

Product Feature

• Reference hardware kit for use with AWS IoT Kit

• ESP32-D0WDQ6-V3, supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi

• 16M Flash, 8M PSRAM

• Built-in ATECC608 hardware encryption chip

• Capacitive touch screen

• Built-in PDM microphone, power indicator, 6-Axis IMU, vibration motor, I2S codec, Amplifier, Speaker, RTC, power button, reset button, 10 x RGB LEDs

• TF card slot (support up to 16GB)

• Built-in 500mAh Lithium-ion battery, equipped with power management chip

• Validated through AWS Device Qualification Program

• Compatible with multi-platform development:

• UIFlow

• MicroPython

• FreeRTOS

• Arduino

• .NET nano Framework

Include

• 1x M5Stack Core2

• 1x M5GO Bottom2 for AWS

• 1x Type-C USB (50cm)

• 1x HEX KEY

Application

• Internet of Things Controller

• STEM Education

• DIY projects

Specification

FAQs

Q: Is this kit compatible with MicroPython?
A: Yes, the M5Stack Core2 for AWS supports MicroPython, Arduino, and UIFlow.

Q: What cloud services are supported?
A: It is optimized for AWS IoT Core, FreeRTOS, and AWS Greengrass.

Q: How does it connect to the AWS cloud platform?
A: The onboard ATECC608 secure element is pre-provisioned with credentials, allowing easy and secure connection to AWS IoT Core.

Schematics

• Core2-Schematic

PinMap

LCD & TF card

LCD :320x240 TF card Maximum size 16GB

CAP.TOUCH (I2C Addr: 0x38)

Mic & NS4168

AXP Power Indicator Light

RTC

IMU(3-axis gyroscope & 3-axis accelerometer) &Pogo Pin

USB to serial chip

PSRAM

SK6812-LED

Internal I2C connection

Charging current measured value