consy85
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Module rpi_ft5406

Fri Jun 17, 2016 6:16 am

Hello all,

Linux 3.18.14-v7+
Raspberry Pi2

I am trying to make Raspberry Pi 7" Touch Screen Display to work on older version of kernel.
I added module rpi_ft5406 and its dependency to Linux 3.18.14-v7+, build is ok. After launching debian, with the help of modprobe/lsmod I can see the module is loaded ok. However, I am still unable get the touch screen working (not appear on /dev/input/event). Can anyone point out what I possibly missed?

Many Thanks.

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procount
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Re: Module rpi_ft5406

Fri Jun 17, 2016 8:03 am

See https://github.com/raspberrypi/linux/issues/1147 which recounts my ordeal in getting it working in the NOOBS pre-DT kernel v3.18.
I have also added a patch file now. It may need checking/adapting, especially if you are not using buildroot.
PINN - NOOBS with the extras... https://www.raspberrypi.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=63&t=142574

consy85
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Re: Module rpi_ft5406

Sun Jul 10, 2016 5:43 am

Sorry I was away for a while, yes thanks procount! That is exactly what I am looking for. Cheers!

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