I have hooked up the Mini to the computer using an FTDI USB-TTL converter. I am having trouble uploading the program on it. It is attempting it 10 times before it shows the error (I am guessing that's how the upload process works). How do I get about this?
Are you sure the Mini has a bootloader on it?
CrossRoads:
Are you sure the Mini has a bootloader on it?
I am not sure I understand your question. I have only used the Uno or the Mega till date and this is a new board for me.
I figured that the onboard LED is blinking signifying that the bootloader exists.? So, that is there in my board.
Try: Make sure the correct board is selected. Make sure the right port is selected. Try calling the board an Uno, a Pro Mini, and a Nano, attempting to upload each time - sometimes the cheap clones from ebay come loaded with the wrong bootloader.
DrAzzy:
Try: Make sure the correct board is selected. Make sure the right port is selected. Try calling the board an Uno, a Pro Mini, and a Nano, attempting to upload each time - sometimes the cheap clones from ebay come loaded with the wrong bootloader.
Thank you for the suggestion, it worked out fine when I updated the board to the Nano.