Smart Finder Development Guide - Ace Sensor · Smart Finder Development Guide PCB boards：KF-4A/KF-Li Authors: Jeffrey Peng, Charlie Xia Ace Sensor Inc. Every reasonable effort has

Smart Finder Development Guide

PCB boards：KF-4A/KF-Li

Authors: Jeffrey Peng, Charlie Xia

Ace Sensor Inc.

Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the information and procedures detailed in this guide are complete and accurate at the time of printing. However, information contained in this guide is subject to change without notice.

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