Add a bunch of docs and help

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`BlueSCSI` created by https://github.com/erichelgeson[erichelgeson] is a fork of `ArdSCSino-stm32` which adds:
* Usability Improvements
* Mac specific functionality
* Passive SCSI termination
* Enable/Disable Passive SCSI termination
* An alternative power source if not able to be powered by the SCSI bus
* Documentation
* Open Hardware (KiCad & Grebers)
`ArdSCSino-stm32` created by https://github.com/ztto/ArdSCSino-stm32[ztto] is the STM32 version of `ArdSCSino`
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#### Tested by Me
SE, SE/30, Classic, Classic II, Color Classic, LC I/II/III, LC 475, LC 575
SE, SE/30, Classic, Classic II, Mac II's, Color Classic, LC I/II/III, LC 475, LC 575
#### Partially Compatible
Mac Plus (1.0-c and above) - Only System 7 currenty works.
PowerPC - Some have had luck booting but is not recommended.
#### Reported by others
https://68kmla.org/forums/topic/61045-arduino-scsi-device-work-in-progress/?do=findComment&comment=663077[IIcx], https://68kmla.org/forums/topic/61045-arduino-scsi-device-work-in-progress/?do=findComment&comment=664446[PowerBook 100 (with custom adapter)]
### Incompatible
Plus, PowerPC (SCSI-2?)
## Performance
Tested on a Color Classic with https://macintoshgarden.org/apps/scsi-director-pro-40[SCSI Director Pro 4]
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`HD99_712 foo bar fizz buzz bang.hda` Over 32 chars and invalid SCSI/LUN/Block size
If no image files are found PC13 will pulse on and off. Check the log file for any errors.
If no image files are found PC13 will pulse on and off. Check the LOG.txt on the root of the SD card for any errors.
### Premade Images
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## Troubleshooting
### Log Files
### Check Log Files
If your device is not working - check the `LOG.txt` in the root of the SD card.
### Verify you are not using a fake
https://github.com/keirf/Greaseweazle/wiki/STM32-Fakes[How to tell if your STM32 is fake]
### Performance is slower than expected
Use ExFat instead of FAT32
Try a different SD card. Cheap/old SD cards can affect performance.
## Development
### Version Specific
<<docs/troubleshooting-1.0-b.adoc,Version 1.0-b>>
<<docs/troubleshooting-1.0-c.adoc,Version 1.0-c>>
## Development (Advanced)
Below is for users who wish to edit or develop on the BluePill - normal users should not need to worry about this.
### Setup PlatformIO
### Setup PlatformIO IDE
Open the project in https://platformio.org/[PlatformIO] and everything is pre-configured.
Open the project in https://platformio.org/platformio-ide[PlatformIO IDE] and everything is pre-configured.
## Flashing
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Flash by setting up the IDE and re-compiling and programming. If you are a developer and plan to contribute this method is what you should use.
You may also flash the `.bin` file directly from STM32CubeProgrammer. If you are not a developer and just wish to get the code to the BluePill, use this (as development environment setup can be a bit tricky!)
You may also flash the `.bin` file directly from https://www.st.com/en/development-tools/stm32cubeprog.html[STM32CubeProgrammer]. Use this method if you are not a developer and just wish to get the code to the BluePill.
### Using STLink v2 (prefered)
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### Using USB HID
Note: I have not been able to get this method to work.
Note: I have not been able to get this method to work. Please contribute to this document if you do.
## Making Gerber files
## Notes
### Making Gerbers for JLCPCB
https://support.jlcpcb.com/article/44-how-to-export-kicad-pcb-to-gerber-files

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# BlueSCSI 1.0-b to 1.0-c
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## Introduction
1.0-c was a small change to fix an issue with machines that provide low or no `TERMPOWER` over the SCSI bus. If you recived a Fully Assembled BlueSCSI after April 1st, 2021 then this was done for you. If you have a kit labled 1.0-b you can make these modifications to become a 1.0-c.
## Steps
### Disconnect `TERMPOWER` from 220 Pull Up Jupmer
Use a cutting tool to cut the small trace between the `TERMPOWR` and 220 Pull Up Jumper pictured below.
Make sure continiutiy from `TERMPOWER` to the diode still flows correctly but is disconnected from the jumper.
image::images/1.0-b-bodge-1.jpg[]
### Connect 5V to 220 Pull Up Jupmer
Now we will provide pull up from the 5v provided by the BluePill.
image::images/1.0-b-bodge-2.png[]
### Complete!
Thats it! 5v to the Pull Up resistors will now work when powered externally.

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# Troubleshooting 1.0-b
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NOTE: If your BlueSCSI was shipped after April 3rd, 2021 please refer to the 1.0-c troubleshooting guide.
## Green LED Flashes on and off
This indicates BlueSCSI could not find any files on the SD card or communicate with the SD card.
Ensure your files are named properly (case sensitive) following the naming convetion in the readme.
If you recived a kit - verify all connections and that the outside of the SD holder is grounded.
## LOG.txt is empty
This indicates the BlueSCSI could communicate with the SD Card but found no files. Check your naming convention.
## Slow performance
Ensure you are using a good SD card. SD card quality can vary widely.
Format your card as ExFat - users have seen quite a jump in performance.
## (Kit Only) Verify you are not using a fake
https://github.com/keirf/Greaseweazle/wiki/STM32-Fakes[How to tell if your STM32 is fake]

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# Troubleshooting 1.0-c
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## Review the LOG.txt
There should logs that indicate what BlueSCSI did at startup.
## Green LED Flashes on and off 3x
This indicates BlueSCSI could not find any files on the SD card or communicate with the SD card.
Ensure your files are named properly (case sensitive) following the naming convetion in the readme.
If you recived a kit - verify all connections and that the outside of the SD holder is grounded.
## Slow performance
Ensure you are using a good SD card. SD card quality can vary widely.
Format your card as ExFat - users have seen quite a jump in performance.
## (Kit Only) Verify you are not using a fake
https://github.com/keirf/Greaseweazle/wiki/STM32-Fakes[How to tell if your STM32 is fake]