M5Stack Core2 Bruce Wireless Research Tool | Touchscreen & Preinstalled Firmware
M5Stack Core2 Bruce Wireless Research Tool | Touchscreen & Preinstalled Firmware
Before You Order
- Included: One M5Stack Core2 with Bruce firmware installed, integrated touchscreen, and rechargeable battery.
- Standalone use: Built-in wireless scanning and the on-device interface use the Core2's onboard hardware. No external radio module is needed for these functions.
- Power: Charge through USB-C before portable use. USB-C cable and USB power supply are not included in this listing.
- Not included: MicroSD card, GPS receiver, NFC/RFID reader, infrared accessory, and external RF modules.
Portable Wireless Research With a Touchscreen
The M5Stack Core2 combines a 2-inch touchscreen, ESP32 processor, onboard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, speaker, and rechargeable battery. Bruce provides an on-device interface for supported wireless research and educational functions.
Functions Using Built-In Hardware
- View nearby 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks and signal information.
- Explore supported Bluetooth/BLE scanning functions.
- Navigate Bruce menus and device settings using the integrated touchscreen.
- Use supported on-device utilities without a separate home-automation server.
Hardware-Dependent Features
A firmware menu does not mean the required hardware is installed. Sub-GHz RF functions require a supported external transceiver; NFC/RFID requires a compatible reader; GPS location requires an external GPS source; infrared functions require suitable hardware. Features that save files may require a separately supplied microSD card. The Core2's onboard Wi-Fi is 2.4 GHz only.
Available functions depend on the installed Bruce release and board support. This listing covers the Core2 itself with firmware, not a complete external-module kit.
Intended Use
For learning, wireless diagnostics, and authorized security research on systems you own or have permission to test. Use the device in accordance with applicable rules and the scope of your authorization.
Firmware and Support
Bruce is an open-source project. This device is offered by STS Collective with firmware installed; no affiliation or endorsement by the firmware project is implied.
For compatibility questions, contact sales@stscollective.com. For setup support, contact support@stscollective.com.
Bruce firmware and documentation
Setup guides and downloads
Download your free PDF guide for setup, power requirements, troubleshooting and documentation links. Save a copy for offline reference.
Project documentation
Use the instructions for your exact hardware and installed firmware version. Setup help: support@stscollective.com.
Hardware, firmware, compatibility, testing, and support
- Hardware: M5Stack Core2 Bruce Wireless Research Tool | Touchscreen & Preinstalled Firmware
- Firmware: Bruce is the firmware or software path identified above. The listing states that the image is installed or preloaded.
- Compatibility: Supports only the frequencies, cards, readers, host connections, and software identified above.
- Testing: This listing does not promise individual pre-shipment testing. Contact support before ordering if you need a specific verification.
- Setup and DIY: Use the project, setup, and DIY references already included in this description. Follow the guide for the exact hardware and firmware. Project or setup documentation 1 Project or setup documentation 2
- Support: Contact support@stscollective.com for setup and product questions.
- Lawful use: Use only on hardware, networks, cards, radio bands, and systems you own or have explicit permission to test. Follow applicable laws, platform rules, privacy rules, and radio regulations. Do not access, copy, interfere with, or disrupt other people's systems.
DIY flashing option
Flashing your own compatible device is usually manageable when you follow the project guide. STS Collective provides a ready-to-use flashed device for customers who prefer convenience. You do not need to buy a flashed unit to use the project.
Use the guide for your exact board and selected firmware:
Confirm the board revision, firmware target, power requirements, and current release before flashing. Reflashing replaces the installed firmware and may erase settings.
Hardware origin, packaging, and firmware
This listing uses standard off-the-shelf OEM hardware from the original hardware manufacturer. STS Collective is not the hardware manufacturer. The hardware supplied matches the hardware shown in this listing.
STS Collective develops and flashes STS firmware, or flashes firmware from the original developer identified below. Your order is packaged to represent the physical hardware, not the firmware. When original packaging is supplied, it is OEM packaging for the hardware model. Fulfillment handling sometimes removes original packaging or uses other shipping packaging. Packaging does not identify the firmware developer.
Firmware developer
- Bruce: The Bruce project is developed by BruceDevices. STS Collective flashed it for this hardware.
STS Collective flashes the identified firmware before shipment. The installed firmware does not change the source or manufacturer of the physical hardware.