Propeller QuickStart board: Tips and Tricks

• Enable the QuickStart to accept power over it's USB connection without being connected to a computer.
  
  When you plugged QuickStart board (and anything plugged into it) into your computer, it will get the 5v it needs for power from your computer's USB port. If you attempt to power a QuickStart from a charger or battery pack, you need to add one jumper wire to enable the QuickStart to accept power over it's USB connection without being connected to a computer. This is called /USB_PWR_EN pin. Adding a simple jumper wire to your QuickStart will enable this ability.

• Disable auto-reset on serial connection.
  
  Connect a 10KOhm or greater resistor on the QuickStart header between RTS and Vdd.