1.2.0

.vscode/settings.json

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         "datasheet",
         "EEPROM",
         "LOGI",
+        "selftest",
         "Sensirion"
     ]
 }

README.md

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 # SCD4x Library
 
-This is a library to interface with the Sensirion SCD4x true CO2 sensors in Arduino using the I2C protocol.
+The SCD4x Library provides an interface to interact with Sensirion SCD4x true CO2 sensors using the I2C protocol in Arduino.
 
-## Warning
-These sensors by default have an auto-calibrate mode that takes the lowest CO2 level from the last week and assumes it is 400ppm. This can cause the sensor to read hundreds of ppm off if it is in a room that doesn't get to 400ppm of CO2 in a week. It's important to be aware of this issue, as some scientific papers are even using this sensor and haven't noticed the problem. Here is the code that you need to permanently set them to not auto calibrate. To avoid unnecessary wear of the EEPROM, the saveSettings command should only be used sparingly. The EEPROM is guaranteed to endure at least 2000 write cycles before failure.
+## Warning: Auto-Calibration Issue and Recommended Actions
 
-```c++
+The SCD4x CO2 sensors come with a default auto-calibrate mode that assumes the lowest CO2 level from the past week as 400ppm. However, it's crucial to be aware that this auto-calibration can result in inaccurate readings if the sensor is placed in an environment that doesn't reach 400ppm CO2 within a week. This issue is particularly important to note when using the sensor for scientific purposes.
+
+To address this issue, it is recommended to permanently disable the auto-calibration mode by using the provided code snippet:
+
+```cpp
 #include "scd4x.h"
 
-Wire.begin();
-co2.begin(Wire);
-co2.setCalibrationMode(false);
-co2.saveSettings();
+SCD4X co2;
+
+void setup() {
+  // Initialize the SCD4x library
+  co2.begin();
+
+  // Disable auto-calibration
+  co2.setCalibrationMode(false);
+
+  // Save the settings to EEPROM
+  co2.saveSettings();
+}
+
+void loop() {
+  // Your code here
+}
 ```
 
-Despite this issue with the auto-calibration mode, I still believe that the Sensirion SCD4x CO2 Sensors are a great choice for measuring indoor air quality. In my experience, they have proven to be much more accurate than other popular sensors such as eCO2 sensors. It's important to be aware of this particular limitation and take the necessary steps to disable the auto-calibration mode, but overall, these sensors are a reliable and effective tool for monitoring CO2 levels.
+Please exercise caution when using the `saveSettings()` command as it writes to the EEPROM, which has a limited lifespan of approximately 2000 write cycles before potential failure.
+
+Despite the auto-calibration issue, the Sensirion SCD4x CO2 Sensors remain an excellent choice for monitoring indoor air quality, as they have proven to be more accurate than other popular eCO2 sensors.
+
+## Factory Calibration with Auto-Calibration Off
+![Co Location Calibration](/images/cal.png)
 
 ## Features
-- use multiple I2C Busses -> scd4x.begin(Wire1);
-- no extra dependencies
-- only implements necessary functions
-- uses doubles (64bit floating point numbers) for proper accurate data calculations
+* Supports multiple I2C busses: scd4x.begin(Wire1);
+* No extra dependencies required
+* Implements only necessary functions
+* Uses doubles (64-bit floating-point numbers) for accurate data calculations
 
 ## Warnings
 - not all functions are implemented
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 ## 🖼️ Schematic
 ![Schematic](/images/schematic.png)
-- the scd4x sensor can draw up to 205ma peaks at 3.3V (only 18ma average) so make sure you have a robust power source (the above schematic has been tested to work)
-- you only need to solder the 6 pins shown and the thermal pad on the underside to get it working
-- unfortunately, I have not found a way to easily solder these sensors with a soldering iron, a oven or hotplate seems to be the only way
-- look out for a temperature offset if you place the sensor in a case of sorts
+* The SCD4x sensor can draw up to 205mA peaks at 3.3V (only 18mA average), so ensure you have a robust power source (the above schematic has been tested to work).
+* You only need to solder the 6 shown pins and the thermal pad on the underside to get it working.
+* Unfortunately, soldering these sensors with a soldering iron is not easy; an oven or hotplate seems to be the only way.
+* Watch out for a temperature offset if you place the sensor in a case or enclosure.
 
-## Based on the awesome work of Raphael Nestler and everyone at Sensirion AG
-Origin created by Raphael Nestler in 2021
-https://github.com/Sensirion/arduino-i2c-scd4x
+## Function Refreence
+| Function                     | Description                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  |
+| ---------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
+| `begin()`                    | Initializes the library. Must be called before any other library functions.                                                                                                                                                                                                                  |
+| `isConnected()`              | Checks if the device is correctly connected by verifying the response, manufacturer ID, and part ID.                                                                                                                                                                                         |
+| `startPeriodicMeasurement()` | Starts periodic measurement, with new data available in approximately 5 seconds.                                                                                                                                                                                                             |
+| `stopPeriodicMeasurement()`  | Stops periodic measurement. Wait at least 500ms before sending further commands.                                                                                                                                                                                                             |
+| `readMeasurement()`          | Reads the sensor output, including CO₂ concentration in ppm, temperature in °C, and relative humidity in %RH. The measurement data can only be read out once per signal update interval as the buffer is emptied upon read-out.                                                              |
+| `isDataReady()`              | Checks whether new measurement data is available for read-out.                                                                                                                                                                                                                               |
+| `setCalibrationMode()`       | Sets the calibration mode and stores it in the EEPROM of the SCD4x. The automatic self-calibration algorithm assumes that the sensor is exposed to the atmospheric CO2 concentration of 400 ppm at least once per week. Use this function sparingly to avoid unnecessary wear of the EEPROM. |
+| `getCalibrationMode()`       | Gets the calibration mode. Returns `true` if auto calibration is enabled, `false` otherwise.                                                                                                                                                                                                 |
+| `saveSettings()`             | Stores settings in the EEPROM of the SCD4x. Wait at least 800ms before sending further commands. EEPROM is guaranteed to endure at least 2000 write cycles before failure.                                                                                                                   |
+| `getErrorText()`             | Converts an error code into descriptive text. Returns a pointer to a constant character array containing the descriptive text of the error. If the error code is not recognized, "Unknown error" is returned.                                                                                |
 
+## Credits
+Based on the work of Raphael Nestler and everyone at Sensirion AG.
+Originally created by Raphael Nestler in 2021.
+https://github.com/Sensirion/arduino-i2c-scd4x
 
-To help support my work check out my store: https://keastudios.co.nz/
+To help support my work, check out my store: https://keastudios.co.nz/

examples/async_scd4x_measurement.ino

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+/*
+  SCD4X Measurement Task Example
+
+  This example demonstrates the usage of the SCD4X CO2 sensor library with FreeRTOS on an Arduino board,
+  specifically designed for the ESP32's version of Arduino with FreeRTOS.
+
+  Instructions:
+  - Install the SCD4X library in your Arduino IDE or add it to platformio.ini
+  - Connect the SCD4X CO2 sensor to the ESP32:
+	- SDA: GPIO 21
+	- SCL: GPIO 22
+	- VCC: 3V3 (3.3V)
+  - Optionally, you can add external 4.7k pull-up resistors on the SDA and SCL lines.
+  - Flash code
+  - Open the Serial Monitor in the Arduino IDE to view the measurement data.
+
+  Note: This example is specifically designed for the ESP32's version of Arduino with FreeRTOS.
+*/
+
+#include <scd4x.h>
+
+SCD4X co2;
+double co2Value = 0, temperature = 0, humidity = 0;
+TaskHandle_t measurementTask;
+
+void measurementTaskFunction(void* parameter) {
+	Wire.begin();  // SDA: GPIO 21, SCL: GPIO 22 by default on the ESP32
+	co2.begin(Wire);
+	co2.startPeriodicMeasurement();
+
+	while (true) {
+		if (co2.isDataReady()) {
+			if (co2.readMeasurement(co2Value, temperature, humidity) == 0) {
+				Serial.printf("CO2: %.0f ppm, Temperature: %.1f °C, Humidity: %.0f %%RH\n", co2Value, temperature, humidity);
+				vTaskDelay(pdMS_TO_TICKS(4750));  // New data available after approximately 5 seconds
+			}
+		}
+		vTaskDelay(pdMS_TO_TICKS(50));	// Check every 50ms
+	}
+}
+
+void setup() {
+	Serial.begin(115200);
+	while (!Serial) {
+		// Wait for serial port to connect
+		delay(100);
+	}
+
+	xTaskCreatePinnedToCore(measurementTaskFunction, "MeasurementTask", 2048, NULL, 1, &measurementTask, 0);
+}
+
+void loop() {
+	// Your other code here
+}

examples/basic_data_logger_SD_card.ino

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+#include <SD.h>
+#include <Wire.h>
+#include <scd4x.h>
+
+SCD4X co2;
+
+const int chipSelectPin = 10;			   // Chip select pin for SD card module
+const String logFileName = "co2_log.txt";  // Name of the log file
+
+void setup() {
+	Serial.begin(115200);
+	while (!Serial) {
+		// Wait for serial port to connect
+		delay(100);
+	}
+
+	// Initialize SD card
+	if (!SD.begin(chipSelectPin)) {
+		Serial.println("SD card initialization failed.");
+		return;
+	}
+
+	// Initialize the I2C communication
+	Wire.begin();
+
+	// Initialize the SCD4x library
+	if (!co2.begin()) {
+		Serial.println("Failed to initialize SCD4X sensor.");
+		return;
+	}
+
+	// Check if the sensor is connected
+	if (!co2.isConnected()) {
+		Serial.println("Sensor not connected. Please check the wiring.");
+		return;
+	}
+
+	// Check if auto-calibration is enabled
+	if (co2.getCalibrationMode()) {
+		// Disable auto-calibration
+		co2.setCalibrationMode(false);
+
+		// Save the settings to EEPROM
+		co2.saveSettings();
+	}
+
+	// Start periodic measurement after updating settings
+	co2.startPeriodicMeasurement();
+
+	// Create or append to the log file
+	File logFile = SD.open(logFileName, FILE_WRITE);
+	if (logFile) {
+		logFile.println("CO2 (ppm), Temperature (°C), Humidity (%RH)");
+		logFile.close();
+		Serial.println("Data logging started. Press reset to start a new log.");
+	} else {
+		Serial.println("Failed to open log file.");
+		return;
+	}
+}
+
+void loop() {
+	double co2Value, temperature, humidity;
+
+	// Read measurement data from the sensor
+	uint8_t errorCode = co2.readMeasurement(co2Value, temperature, humidity);
+
+	// Check for errors
+	if (errorCode == 0) {
+		// Format the measurements into a string
+		char measurementString[50];
+		snprintf(measurementString, sizeof(measurementString), "%.0f, %.1f, %.0f", co2Value, temperature, humidity);
+
+		// Open the log file in append mode
+		File logFile = SD.open(logFileName, FILE_WRITE | FILE_APPEND);
+		if (logFile) {
+			// Write the measurement data to the log file
+			logFile.println(measurementString);
+			logFile.close();
+			Serial.println("Data logged: " + String(measurementString));
+		} else {
+			Serial.println("Failed to open log file.");
+		}
+
+	} else {
+		// Convert the error code to text
+		const char* errorText = co2.getErrorText(errorCode);
+
+		// Print the error message
+		Serial.print("Error reading measurement: ");
+		Serial.println(errorText);
+	}
+
+	// Delay for new measurement to be taken
+	delay(5000);
+}

examples/basic_scd4x.ino

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+/*
+  SCD4x CO2 Sensor Example
+
+  This example demonstrates the usage of the SCD4x CO2 sensor library on an Arduino board.
+
+  Instructions:
+  - Install the SCD4x library in your Arduino IDE.
+  - Connect the SCD4X CO2 sensor to the following pins on your Arduino board:
+	- SDA: Default SDA pin
+	- SCL: Default SCL pin
+	- VCC: 3.3V or 5V (make sure you match this with your Arduino VCC voltage or otherwise you can damage it)
+  - Optionally, you can add external 4.7k pull-up resistors on the SDA and SCL lines.
+  - Flash code
+  - Open the Serial Monitor in the Arduino IDE to view the measurement data and any error messages.
+
+  Default I2C pins for some common Arduino boards:
+  - Arduino Uno, Nano: SDA - A4, SCL - A5 (VCC: 5V)
+  - Arduino Mega: SDA - 20, SCL - 21 (VCC: 5V)
+  - Arduino Leonardo: SDA - 2, SCL - 3 (VCC: 5V)
+  - Arduino Due: SDA - 20, SCL - 21 (VCC: 3.3V)
+  - ESP32: SDA - GPIO 21, SCL - GPIO 22 (VCC: 3.3V)
+  - ESP8266: SDA - GPIO 4, SCL - GPIO 5 (VCC: 3.3V)
+  - RP2040: SDA - GP5 (pin 4), SCL - GP4 (pin 3) (VCC: 3.3V)
+
+  Note: The default SDA and SCL pins may vary depending on the specific board or variant. Please refer to the board documentation for the correct pin mappings.
+
+  4.7k Pull-up Resistors:
+  - I2C communication requires pull-up resistors on the SDA and SCL lines to ensure proper signal levels.
+  - Some Arduino boards already have built-in pull-up resistors for the I2C pins, so external resistors may not be necessary.
+  - However, if you encounter communication issues or have long wire lengths, adding external 4.7k pull-up resistors between the SDA/SCL lines and VCC can help improve signal stability.
+*/
+
+#include <Wire.h>
+#include <scd4x.h>
+
+SCD4X co2;
+
+void setup() {
+	// Initialize the I2C communication
+	Wire.begin();
+
+	// Initialize the SCD4x library
+	co2.begin();
+
+	// Check if the sensor is connected
+	if (!co2.isConnected()) {
+		while (true) {
+			Serial.println("Sensor not connected. Please check the wiring.");
+			delay(1000);
+		}
+	}
+
+	// Check if auto-calibration is enabled
+	if (co2.getCalibrationMode()) {
+		// Disable auto-calibration
+		co2.setCalibrationMode(false);
+
+		// Save the settings to EEPROM
+		co2.saveSettings();
+	}
+
+	// Start periodic measurement after updating settings
+	co2.startPeriodicMeasurement();
+
+	// Wait for the sensor to warm up and take the first reading
+	delay(5000);
+}
+
+void loop() {
+	double co2Value, temperature, humidity;
+
+	// Read measurement data from the sensor
+	uint8_t errorCode = co2.readMeasurement(co2Value, temperature, humidity);
+
+	// Check for errors
+	if (errorCode == 0) {
+		// Format the measurements into a string
+		char measurementString[100];
+		sprintf(measurementString, "CO2: %.0f ppm, Temperature: %.1f °C, Humidity: %.0f %%RH", co2Value, temperature, humidity);
+
+		// Print the measurements
+		Serial.println(measurementString);
+	} else {
+		// Convert the error code to text
+		const char* errorText = co2.getErrorText(errorCode);
+
+		// Print the error message
+		Serial.print("Error reading measurement: ");
+		Serial.println(errorText);
+	}
+
+	// Delay for new measurement to be taken
+	delay(5000);
+}

library.json

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 {
-"name": "scd4x-CO2",
-"version": "1.1.0",
-"description": "A library to interface esp chips with the SCD4x CO2 sensors in the Arduino (c++) Framework.",
-"keywords": "co2, scd40, scd41, scd4x, i2c",
-"repository": {
-    "type": "git",
-    "url": "https://github.com/CDFER/scd4x-CO2.git"
-},
-"authors": [
-    {
+    "name": "scd4x-CO2",
+    "version": "1.2.0",
+    "description": "An Arduino library for interfacing ESP chips with SCD4x CO2 sensors using the I2C protocol.",
+    "keywords": [
+        "co2",
+        "scd40",
+        "scd41",
+        "scd4x",
+        "i2c"
+    ],
+    "repository": {
+        "type": "git",
+        "url": "https://github.com/CDFER/scd4x-CO2.git"
+    },
+    "author": {
         "name": "Chris Dirks",
         "url": "https://keastudios.co.nz/about.htm",
         "maintainer": true
-    }
-],
-"license": "MIT",
-"homepage": "https://github.com/CDFER/scd4x-CO2",
-"frameworks": "arduino",
-"platforms": "*"
+    },
+    "license": "Other",
+    "homepage": "https://github.com/CDFER/scd4x-CO2",
+    "frameworks": "arduino",
+    "platforms": "*"
 }