# DevTerm

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## [HDMI output on A04 - disabled?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/hdmi-output-on-a04-disabled/7867)

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**Author:** [@henryhu](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/henryhu)\
**Replies:** 20\
**Last updated:** [December 10, 2025, 10:10am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/hdmi-output-on-a04-disabled/7867 "2025-12-10T10:10:46Z")

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It seems like that tcon\_tv is disabled in dts, and it’s in charge of HDMI output.Are there still some problems to be resolved for HDMI output?

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## [EXT Cartridge Module](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/ext-cartridge-module/8782)

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**Author:** [@fip](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/fip)\
**Replies:** 125\
**Last updated:** [November 16, 2025, 10:28pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/ext-cartridge-module/8782 "2025-11-16T22:28:13Z")

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The DevTerm EXT Cart Goal is to build an EXT module for plug-and-play hardware extension cartridges. ▶ OP Most recent update ===\> Github to yatli’s implementation: ===\> Hackaday.io Page: ===\>

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## [Ubuntu 22.04 for Devterm CM4 with working Fan Daemon and fast audio switching ! WIP!](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/ubuntu-22-04-for-devterm-cm4-with-working-fan-daemon-and-fast-audio-switching-wip/13386)

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**Author:** [@lanealucy](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/lanealucy)\
**Replies:** 11\
**Last updated:** [November 16, 2025, 10:26pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/ubuntu-22-04-for-devterm-cm4-with-working-fan-daemon-and-fast-audio-switching-wip/13386 "2025-11-16T22:26:45Z")

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oem-config is broken, just do what it want, let it crash and, IMPORTANT, let it gather its crash information, then you can click ok on all error messages and its open another first time use wizard…

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## [How to install Ubuntu22.04 on a CM4](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/how-to-install-ubuntu22-04-on-a-cm4/9724)

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**Author:** [@linuxnoob](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/linuxnoob)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [November 16, 2025, 10:17am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/how-to-install-ubuntu22-04-on-a-cm4/9724 "2025-11-16T10:17:24Z")

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So I’ve been trying a LOT to get Ubuntu working on my CM4 So What I’ve thanked about is installing a VM Or running it bear metal. Plz help me :pensive:

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## [LTE modem on Devterm?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/lte-modem-on-devterm/10587)

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**Author:** [@alcane](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/alcane)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [November 6, 2025, 1:48pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/lte-modem-on-devterm/10587 "2025-11-06T13:48:11Z")

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hi, Somebody found the way to install a lte modem to the devterm ? Thank you for your help Alcane

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## [Meshtastic on Devterm A06](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/meshtastic-on-devterm-a06/20345)

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**Author:** [@GuardianZX9](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/GuardianZX9)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [November 4, 2025, 8:13pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/meshtastic-on-devterm-a06/20345 "2025-11-04T20:13:22Z")

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Has anyone managed to get the web Meshtastic client or meshtastic-mui working on the Devterm A06? I can open the web client within chromium but there is no new connection button. I have web experimental features enable…

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## [DevTerm: Replacing the trackball](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-replacing-the-trackball/13222)

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**Author:** [@thwill](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/thwill)\
**Replies:** 19\
**Last updated:** [October 28, 2025, 5:54pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-replacing-the-trackball/13222 "2025-10-28T17:54:11Z")

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Hi folks, Before I do something “daft” am I correct in believing that in order to replace the trackball (https://a.aliexpress.com/\_mNFyrDC) I need to unscrew the 20+ screws on the back of the keyboard unit ? Best wishe…

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## [If/When they will make more DevTerms](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/if-when-they-will-make-more-devterms/19744)

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**Author:** [@jbarrychristian](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/jbarrychristian)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [October 25, 2025, 4:46am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/if-when-they-will-make-more-devterms/19744 "2025-10-25T04:46:16Z")

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Any insight on this? I periodically check it, but it is always “Out of stock”

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## [Compiling custom keyboard firmware](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/compiling-custom-keyboard-firmware/14285)

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**Author:** [@1337p337](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/1337p337)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [October 19, 2025, 9:38pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/compiling-custom-keyboard-firmware/14285 "2025-10-19T21:38:24Z")

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Every time I bump the keyboard and it gets disconnected and I have to pop the front off to do the plug/unplug dance, I play a little more with getting my custom firmware onto the keyboard. (I use acme so I need a proper…

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## [Devterm A06 for sale](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-a06-for-sale/9433)

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**Author:** [@ckelly3](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ckelly3)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [October 1, 2025, 7:17pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-a06-for-sale/9433 "2025-10-01T19:17:42Z")

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DevTerm Kit A06 series, Back Shell Color: Retro Gray, Memory size: 4GB $275 plus shipping from USA Lost interest after waiting a long time to solve problems due to time issues on my side. Nice unit. Works as it should.…

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## [I just got a used devterm and it's not as bad as expected](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/i-just-got-a-used-devterm-and-its-not-as-bad-as-expected/18939)

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**Author:** [@ceratophyllum](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ceratophyllum)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [September 16, 2025, 4:56pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/i-just-got-a-used-devterm-and-its-not-as-bad-as-expected/18939 "2025-09-16T16:56:53Z")

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So I ordered a used devterm with a CM4 with 4GB RAM on eBay a little over a week ago. I liked the old HP handhelds and it reminded me of them. As I dug into the forums I was beginning to think I’d made a bad choice with …

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## [Enjoy daemon: better joystick mouse](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/enjoy-daemon-better-joystick-mouse/19155)

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**Author:** [@ceratophyllum](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/ceratophyllum)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 11, 2025, 9:34pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/enjoy-daemon-better-joystick-mouse/19155 "2025-08-11T21:34:33Z")

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I found this when searching for how to configure xorg to use the “joystick” buttons to control the mouse because as far as I can tell, Manjaro does not have a package for this like Raspbian-based distros do. It works…

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## [Want to buy: devterm](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/want-to-buy-devterm/19095)

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**Author:** [@Cdevt](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Cdevt)\
**Replies:** 0\
**Last updated:** [August 8, 2025, 5:00pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/want-to-buy-devterm/19095 "2025-08-08T17:00:56Z")

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I’m looking to purchase a devterm. Preferably one with the printer accessory included if available. I’d prefer it in working condition but if minor repairs are needed I can likely handle those.

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## [Is there an issue with tariffs when ordering?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/is-there-an-issue-with-tariffs-when-ordering/17597)

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**Author:** [@markatlnk](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/markatlnk)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [August 5, 2025, 5:21pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/is-there-an-issue-with-tariffs-when-ordering/17597 "2025-08-05T17:21:01Z")

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I have a DevTerm but I have the CM3 and the RISC-V modules for it. I suppose I should upgrade to a CM4 and will need the adapter. Does the tariff issues hit us when shipping to USA?

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## [Keyboard Stops Working After Plugging in USB Device](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/keyboard-stops-working-after-plugging-in-usb-device/18925)

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**Author:** [@wangzhen.here](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/wangzhen.here)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [August 1, 2025, 8:49am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/keyboard-stops-working-after-plugging-in-usb-device/18925 "2025-08-01T08:49:33Z")

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I noticed that when I plug in some power-hungry USB devices—like an external hard drive or an RTL-SDR dongle—into the left USB port, the DevTerm’s keyboard and mouse stop working. Rebooting doesn’t help at all. I couldn’…

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## [How good is minecraft pi edition on devterm](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/how-good-is-minecraft-pi-edition-on-devterm/9421)

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**Author:** [@Melting\_theeth](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Melting_theeth)\
**Replies:** 7\
**Last updated:** [July 30, 2025, 11:32am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/how-good-is-minecraft-pi-edition-on-devterm/9421 "2025-07-30T11:32:41Z")

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this is realy stupid but i want to know

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## [Designing a Full size case with a real keyboard](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/designing-a-full-size-case-with-a-real-keyboard/18604)

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**Author:** [@michael\_mayer](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/michael_mayer)\
**Replies:** 6\
**Last updated:** [July 15, 2025, 6:07pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/designing-a-full-size-case-with-a-real-keyboard/18604 "2025-07-15T18:07:41Z")

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Hi, I have not found any topic describing this, but I playing with the idea to using the PCB of the Devterm an build around a new case with new display to get a more fullsized System. I think the keyboard connector is …

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## [DevTerm + Data Projects? Quick Help Needed and a Power BI Question](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-data-projects-quick-help-needed-and-a-power-bi-question/16951)

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**Author:** [@Smiths](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Smiths)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2025, 11:00pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-data-projects-quick-help-needed-and-a-power-bi-question/16951 "2025-07-11T23:00:31Z")

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Hey everyone, I’ve been using my DevTerm mostly for coding and retro computing fun, but I recently started thinking about trying out some lightweight data projects on it. I know it’s not a powerhouse machine, but it…

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## [Thermal printer](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/thermal-printer/17549)

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**Author:** [@nya](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/nya)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [July 11, 2025, 10:44pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/thermal-printer/17549 "2025-07-11T22:44:10Z")

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Is the 58mm size for the thermal printer just a straight up lie? Even 57mm paper doesn’t fit.

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## [\[A06\] Suspend to ram is working](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/a06-suspend-to-ram-is-working/9263)

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**Author:** [@yatli](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/yatli)\
**Replies:** 9\
**Last updated:** [June 13, 2025, 12:42pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/a06-suspend-to-ram-is-working/9263 "2025-06-13T12:42:11Z")

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It’s finally here, following 6 months of experiments and failures. A06 now suspends to ram, which means \<100mA power draw. I’m estimating \>2day standby time, need testing. As much as I want to provide ready-to-use pac…

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## [Huge disappointment](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/huge-disappointment/17539)

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**Author:** [@KaizoBlock](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/KaizoBlock)\
**Replies:** 13\
**Last updated:** [June 12, 2025, 5:19pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/huge-disappointment/17539 "2025-06-12T17:19:40Z")

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ive recently acquired a used devterm a04 for the purposes of simple pico 8 game development and i have to say this device is an incredible disappointment. jumping through a lot of hurdles to update to the latest firmware…

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## [The screen goes off after some time of clockwork devterm operation](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/the-screen-goes-off-after-some-time-of-clockwork-devterm-operation/17753)

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**Author:** [@Roman\_Romanov](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/Roman_Romanov)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [June 7, 2025, 9:56pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/the-screen-goes-off-after-some-time-of-clockwork-devterm-operation/17753 "2025-06-07T21:56:21Z")

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Hello! Please, tell me what the problem might be: the clockwork devterm with the cm4 lite module is constantly darkening the screen after a while after loading and some time of use (5-10 minutes of operation). At the sa…

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## [WTB: DevTerm A06 / CM4](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/wtb-devterm-a06-cm4/17676)

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**Author:** [@jwiede](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/jwiede)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [June 3, 2025, 2:54pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/wtb-devterm-a06-cm4/17676 "2025-06-03T14:54:11Z")

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If you’re looking to sell your DevTerm, and are in North America, we should talk, as I’m interested in buying it. PM me here if you want to discuss further.

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## [DevTerm A06 For Sale - US Only \[SOLD\]](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-a06-for-sale-us-only-sold/17685)

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**Author:** [@David\_Trotz](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/David_Trotz)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [May 30, 2025, 12:03am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-a06-for-sale-us-only-sold/17685 "2025-05-30T00:03:34Z")

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I have a DevTerm A06 4GB that I have decided to part with. It has the thermal printer and improved track ball as well as a 3D printed stand and cover. The item is in excellent condition, and has a screen protector insta…

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## [CM4: Getting Started](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/cm4-getting-started/9838)

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**Author:** [@jan-peter](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/jan-peter)\
**Replies:** 27\
**Last updated:** [May 20, 2025, 2:22am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/cm4-getting-started/9838 "2025-05-20T02:22:19Z")

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\[WIP\] Getting Started Guide for the DevTerm RPi Compute Module 4 \*\*This guide is outdated and needs revision. If you have any suggestions, please drop them down below in the comments. \*\* For all of us who are a happy s…

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## [What is the name of the printer module used in the devterm?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/what-is-the-name-of-the-printer-module-used-in-the-devterm/17381)

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**Author:** [@thedarted](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/thedarted)\
**Replies:** 3\
**Last updated:** [May 10, 2025, 11:50am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/what-is-the-name-of-the-printer-module-used-in-the-devterm/17381 "2025-05-10T11:50:47Z")

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Looks like the devterm printer may be something off the shelf, so I was wondering if anyone knows what printer is that and if there are drivers to use it under different linux OS

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## [I ordered my uconsole December 30, 2022 and STILL HAVE NOTHING](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/i-ordered-my-uconsole-december-30-2022-and-still-have-nothing/10689)

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**Author:** [@jrapkin99](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/jrapkin99)\
**Replies:** 10\
**Last updated:** [April 29, 2025, 4:38pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/i-ordered-my-uconsole-december-30-2022-and-still-have-nothing/10689 "2025-04-29T16:38:01Z")

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Transaction ID 75385233635036149 I’ve been emailing with “Alex” but now nothing. WTF???

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## [DevTerm Touch - A Touchscreen Mod for the DevTerm](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-touch-a-touchscreen-mod-for-the-devterm/16883)

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**Author:** [@fip](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/fip)\
**Replies:** 4\
**Last updated:** [April 23, 2025, 5:39pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-touch-a-touchscreen-mod-for-the-devterm/16883 "2025-04-23T17:39:33Z")

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Hello, in this thread I’ll introduce my touchscreen mod for the DevTerm. This was one year in the making, and I want to share my findings with the community here. This mod has one constraint: do not use the EXT IO. …

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## [Did anyone get a camera working?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/did-anyone-get-a-camera-working/16900)

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**Author:** [@andypiper](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/andypiper)\
**Replies:** 1\
**Last updated:** [April 20, 2025, 2:25am UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/did-anyone-get-a-camera-working/16900 "2025-04-20T02:25:27Z")

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Curious about the MIPI-CSI connector on the default EXT board. I’ve done some searching here, Reddit etc - did anyone successfully connect a camera module via this connector?

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## [Devterm updates - CM4/5, Parrot, Bookworm, display... help?](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-updates-cm4-5-parrot-bookworm-display-help/16897)

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**Author:** [@andypiper](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/u/andypiper)\
**Replies:** 2\
**Last updated:** [April 19, 2025, 10:55pm UTC](https://forum.clockworkpi.com/t/devterm-updates-cm4-5-parrot-bookworm-display-help/16897 "2025-04-19T22:55:09Z")

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Revisiting my DevTerm after some time away. Previous state was CM4 Lite with the Clockwork Pi released OS image from way back, but the screen connector was damaged (I had kludged it into working, with flicker / corrupti…

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