Topic: [ANN] BitSafe Hardware Wallet Now Shipping (Read 22172 times)

Still fabricating these Alten?

Dont associate yourselves with BFL at all if you want to keep your credibility

Inaba actually get your BFL products up and running and being sold to the masses who ordered before you offer any help or guidance to anyone else asshole

Bitsafe your product looks awesome

Hello all,

I just received the bitsafe device from alten. Fast shipping, device is working as expected. I got the basic test working with this firmware from alten https://www.dropbox.com/s/an5ej306snzbk51/bitsafe_tester.X.production.hex

With the first compilation I did (under ubuntu linux), the hex file failed to load properly with the PIC32 bootloader. I got the error message : "Verification failed". Alten then suggested I add a linker script called "app_32MX695F512H.ld" (it can be found in the bootloader source downloadable from Microchip). This linker
script will help the compiler to use the correct memory regions of the PIC32; otherwise, it will compile it to run in the same location where the bootloader resides in memory.

So I got my own bitsafe_tester firmware to work after that. Still trying to get the real firmware going.

I do not have a windows machine readily available, does anyone know of a good linux bootloader application?

Thanks!

Getting Started with Microchip's PIC32 IDE (MPLAB X)

If you want to develop, compile, or make small tweaks to the Bitsafe firmware,
you'll want to start by installing Microchip's latest IDE (MPLABX) They've made
considerably improvements over the last several months and it works really
good.

Download and install these two programs for your OS:
Windows:
       MPLABX: http://www.microchip.com/mplabx-ide-windows-installer
       X32C: http://www.microchip.com/mplabxc32windows
Linux:
       MPLABX: http://www.microchip.com/mplabx-ide-linux-installer
       X32C: http://www.microchip.com/mplabxc32linux
OSX:
       MPLABX: http://www.microchip.com/mplabx-ide-osx-installer
       X32C: http://www.microchip.com/mplabxc32osx

The 32 bit C compiler has 3 modes: Free, Standard, and Pro.
The Free edition will work just fine for our purposes. The binaries
will be slightly larger, but they work just the same.

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Additional resources to learn about MPLABX

Main Page:
http://www.microchip.com/pagehandler/en-us/family/mplabx/

Great Intro:
http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/Market_Communication/Getting_started_with_MPLAB-X.pdf

Wiki:
http://microchip.wikidot.com/mplab:_start

Forum:
http://www.microchip.com/forums/f238.aspx

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Opening Project

work n Progress

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Compiling Project and Downloading Firmware with the PICKIT3

work n Progress

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Compiling Project for the bootloader

work n Progress

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Finding the binaries for the bootloader

work n Progress

Open Source Hardware and Software Files (Bitsafe 1.0)

Note: The only difference between 1.0 and 1.1 is the later version has a 0.1uF
(100nF) capacitor soldered on top of R30 (750 Ohm resistor) to help provide a
more stable 4.05V source.

Firmware:
https://github.com/someone42/hardware-bitcoin-wallet
https://github.com/someone42/bitsafe-tester

Microchip's Bootloader:
http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1824&appnote=en554836
http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/AppNotes/AN1388%20Source%20Code%202013_02_01.zip

There were edits made to Microchip's Bootloader for Bitsafe compatibility. Due to licensing,
it was felt that it would not be a good idea to publish their bootloader on Github until all
concerns are resolved.

Please email me if you would like a copy of the source with the Bitsafe edits.
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Schematic:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/r0wlb2j80xwmmfd/Schematic.pdf

Schematic File - Requires Eagle CAD Tool:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/rab32936mwqe0ve/BitSafeDev.sch

Bill of Materials (BOM) - PDF Format:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/rclrxxhhhud5zwz/BOM.pdf

Bill of Materials (BOM) - Microsoft Excel Format:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/6czeygtv7i90ixk/BOM.xls

Top View of PCB Component Placement:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/bib6x9cicxtd212/Top.pdf

Bottom View of PCB Component Placement:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/khi322q14npnx9o/Bottom.pdf

PCB File - Requires Eagle CAD Tool:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/z2fy2shgx5kjn5p/BitSafeDev.brd

Fabrication Files:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/sfod6gk17ui1qvf/BitSafeDevA0_FabFiles.zip

It's ok, I'm happy to help out.

Thanks for the suggestions. I'll do that.
Did I mention developing hardware is my strong point and PR is my weak point 

The one of this thread would make the most sense if you ask me.  

Thanks, but which one? the getting started thread?

Would be smart if you update your OP with that

Loading and Updating The Firmware

As firmware rolls out the door followed by updates, it is important to know how
to get those upgrades onto the Bitsafe. Here is a step by step process on how
to do just that.

1) First, plug the Bitsafe into the computer while holding down one of the
buttons. It doesn't matter which one. The Bitsafe will start flashing the green
LED and it will enumerate with the OS in a few seconds. You should always be
able to enter Bootloader mode this way. If the LED is not flashing then unplug
the Bitsafe and try it again.

2) The Bitsafe uses Microchip's Bootloader. The source code is freely
available for download. Here is the link to the PIC 32 Bootloader AP note:
http://www.microchip.com/stellent/idcplg?IdcService=SS_GET_PAGE&nodeId=1824&appnote=en554836

Download the PIC32 Bootloader Zip file:
http://ww1.microchip.com/downloads/en/AppNotes/AN1388%20Source%20Code%202013_02_01.zip

3) Extract the zip file and run the compressed executable. This will simply
extract all the source files and bootloader program to the C:\ directory. The
default path is "C:\AN1388_Source_Code_2013_02_01"

4) Run the PC Software: PIC32UBL.exe Here's the default location:
C:\AN1388_Source_Code_2013_02_01\PIC32_Bootloaders\PC application\PIC32UBL.exe



5) Click on the Enable Check box in the USB section Leave the
Vendor ID (VID) and Product ID (PID) numbers at their default values
(VID=0x4D8; PID=0x03C). This VID belongs to Microchip and they have
designated PID 0x03C for their HID bootloader.

6) Click "Connect". For successful connection with the Bitsafe, make sure
it is plugged in and running the bootloader firmware (Green LED should be
blinking). See step #1.



7) Click "Load Hex File" then find and select the firmware binaries of
interest. Binaries will have .hex file extension. Make sure the Binary file was
compiled for this hardware and this Bootloader (currently version 1.0). If it is
not then programming verification will fail.

8: Click "Erase-Program-Verify":


If all went well, you can now unplug it and plug it back in (avoid pushing any
buttons) and it should work. The "Run Application" button on the software
may not work if the newly loaded firmware does not yet support it. Just
use the unplug method.

[Important Update - Please Read]
All the Bitmit listings regarding the Bitsafe and Bitsafe development are now live!
https://www.bitmit.net/en/q/?q=bitsafe

There was also some changes to the description of the main Bitsafe listing. (i.e. Disclaimer now included)
https://www.bitmit.net/en/item/20780-bitsafe-1-1-hardware-wallet-firmware-now-upgradeable-via-usb

Please review these changes and the new listings to make sure you are happy with your order.
Gladly refund anyone in a heartbeat if there is any issue. Also, check if any of the development
accessories are something you are interested in. It would be nice to ship them together.

As mentioned in the OP, I want to support anyone that would like to develop for this open source
project but don't feel like they have the extra funds to purchase a Bitsafe at full price.
Development support from others is of utmost importance for the success of Hardware Wallets
in general. I've included a Bitmit listing just for you. Please purchase this one, and pay what
you feel is appropriate. Hopefully, no one will find this as a barrier to getting involved if they are
serious about improving this project:
https://www.bitmit.net/en/item/20786-bitsafe-1-1-donors-and-developers-version

There has been no Bitsafes shipped out the door yet. Thanks for your patience. I would like to
give everyone a chance to review these new Bitmit listings first and make any changes if needed.
The plan is to ship in mass this next weekend. With a full time job and family, mass shipping will
help me make best use of the extra time I find for this project.

Lastly, I've now included my email in my profile. I dislike the PM system. If you tried to contact me
through Bitcointalk's PM system, but I haven't responded then please try my email. That is still
no guarantee I will reply in a timely matter, but eventually, it will happen.

Thanks,
     Allten

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Thanks for the interest and enthusiasm.
I really don't know squat about licensing.
The way I view open source projects or community projects: when you see something lacking or something that needs to be done then that is your call to make it happen.
Are you up to it? That is, take care of all the licensing?

Between Family and work, like many here, I can only do so much. Hopefully, I can help foster an atmosphere where people feel welcome to jump right in and be part of this
in anyway they feel useful. No permission needed. I hope I'm not perceived as the owner of this initiative;
I'm just the guy who was passionate enough to dump a couple thousand (wife wasn't too happy) to make some prototypes after I saw the proof of concept and all the work
Someone42 had done.

Today, I received two messages from two different people that are taking the initiative to build a case for this first version. With a 3D printer, I believe.
That was great news!

This has encouraged me to start and manage some bounties. I would like to start with these two: one for case or enclosure and another for the licensing to be taken care of.

Open Source Licensing Bounty: 1DVXwuBuR4qLyW7axAq8tuTxPnTiGyvk5P
Case/enclosure Bounty: 1Jj3RkgLydBef2jpUrAUDxDYf1A5wvLsU

What amazes me about your add is that you took the time to get the LED colors correct. To my knowledge, no photos have been posted with the LEDs on.

For reference:
https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.1621501

The device doesn't store blocks, block headers, or any transaction data. This makes it somewhat difficult to use in a POS situation. It's still possible: there is a "get master public key" command which allows the POS terminal to derive every address in a wallet. From there, the POS terminal can scan the blockchain and build a transaction. This is a lot of legwork for the POS terminal. Another disadvantage is that the user sacrifices privacy, since the POS terminal knows every address in the wallet.

A description of the wire protocol can be found at https://github.com/someone42/hardware-bitcoin-wallet/blob/master/PROTOCOL. I'm trying to make it like the one described here: https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/hardware-wallet-wire-protocol-125383.

You would need to have the correct encryption key in order to initiate a backup, but once you do, the paper backup can be encrypted or unencrypted. Encrypted paper backups can buy you time if the paper is compromised, whereas unencrypted paper backups protect you against you forgetting the wallet passphrase .

I was going to have one encrusted in gold and gems with a USB cable disguised as a gold rope chain, but I didn't have the money. ;-)

SOON.

https://i.imgur.com/XYktA8R.jpg

This is a wonderful idea. I've wanted something like this for a long time.

Does the device store transaction data, or does it just look at transactions given to it by the PC to determine how many bitcoins the transaction is sending?

Kudos for someone42 for this post. This is exactly what I was coming onto this thread to write.

Especially the part where he says, "[then] a light flashes on the BitSafe and "Send 1.815 BTC to www.bitmit.net?" appears on the OLED display."

This is exactly what I need for Open-Transactions.

We have now gotten OT to where it installs on 64bit Linux through apt-get (using custom repo).

What do I need to make happen, in order to test OT on your device? Is there any comparable hardware I can buy now at home, which I can use to simulate running OT on your device? (So I can prepare OT to run on your device...)

This project is very interesting and important, especially the open-source aspect of it. May I recommend also that you choose an open-source license with patent protections built in so that your work doesn't later become subject to patent trolling. That will impact companies who try to use your hardware designs.

I am available [email protected] for any discussion. Great work!