Refine repository structure for KiCad 9 optimization

- Add dedicated /kicad/ directory with organized subdirectories for libraries, schematics, gerbers, plots, and backups
- Create comprehensive KiCad 9 library structure (symbols, footprints, 3D models)
- Add manufacturing-ready directories for production files (gerbers, drill, pick-and-place)
- Update all README files with KiCad-specific documentation and workflows
- Add KiCad-optimized .gitignore file for proper version control
- Create KICAD-PROJECT-TEMPLATE.md comprehensive usage guide
- Add hardware assembly documentation and BOM management
- Include detailed manufacturing file generation instructions
- Add docs structure with design-notes and user-manual directories
- Provide complete workflow from design to manufacturing with quality checklists
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# /docs/user-manual
End-user documentation and guides for your KiCad project.
## Purpose
This directory contains documentation for the end users of your finished product, including operation manuals, setup guides, and troubleshooting information.
## Document Types
- **User Manual**: Complete operating instructions
- **Quick Start Guide**: Getting started quickly
- **Installation Guide**: Setup and installation procedures
- **Troubleshooting Guide**: Common problems and solutions
- **Safety Information**: Important safety warnings
- **Specifications**: Technical specifications for users
- **FAQ**: Frequently asked questions
## Recommended Files
```
user-manual/
├── user-manual.md # Complete user manual
├── quick-start.md # Quick start guide
├── installation.md # Installation instructions
├── operation.md # Operating procedures
├── troubleshooting.md # Problem solving guide
├── specifications.md # Technical specifications
├── safety.md # Safety information
├── faq.md # Frequently asked questions
├── warranty.md # Warranty information
└── images/ # User manual images
├── setup-diagram.png
├── connection-diagram.png
├── led-indicators.jpg
└── troubleshooting-flowchart.png
```
## User Manual Structure
### Suggested Sections
1. **Introduction**
- Product overview
- Key features
- What's included in the box
2. **Safety Information**
- Important warnings
- Precautions
- Regulatory compliance
3. **Installation/Setup**
- Unpacking instructions
- Connection procedures
- Initial configuration
4. **Operation**
- Basic operation
- Advanced features
- User interface guide
5. **Troubleshooting**
- Common problems
- Error codes/indicators
- Solutions and fixes
6. **Specifications**
- Technical specifications
- Environmental conditions
- Compliance information
7. **Maintenance**
- Routine maintenance
- Cleaning procedures
- Storage recommendations
8. **Support**
- Contact information
- Warranty details
- Additional resources
## Quick Start Guide
Create a concise guide for immediate use:
- **Unboxing**: What's in the package
- **Connections**: Essential connections only
- **Power On**: First power-up procedure
- **Basic Test**: Simple functionality test
- **Next Steps**: Reference to full manual
## Installation Guide
Detailed setup instructions:
- **Prerequisites**: Required tools and materials
- **Environment**: Installation environment requirements
- **Step-by-Step**: Detailed installation procedure
- **Verification**: How to verify correct installation
- **Configuration**: Initial setup and configuration
## Troubleshooting Guide
Help users solve problems:
- **Symptom-Based**: Organize by what user observes
- **LED Indicators**: What different lights mean
- **Error Codes**: Explanation of error messages
- **Common Issues**: Most frequent problems
- **Advanced Diagnostics**: For technical users
- **When to Contact Support**: Escalation criteria
## Safety Information
Critical safety content:
- **Warnings**: Serious hazards that could cause injury
- **Cautions**: Situations that could damage equipment
- **Notes**: Important information for proper operation
- **Regulatory**: Compliance statements and certifications
- **Disposal**: Proper disposal and recycling information
## Writing Guidelines
- **User-Focused**: Write from user's perspective
- **Clear Language**: Avoid technical jargon
- **Step-by-Step**: Break complex procedures into steps
- **Visual Aids**: Include diagrams and photos
- **Consistent Terminology**: Use same terms throughout
- **Test Instructions**: Verify all procedures work
- **Version Control**: Keep documentation current with product
## Images and Diagrams
Include helpful visuals:
- **Connection diagrams**: How to connect cables
- **LED status indicators**: What lights mean
- **User interface**: Screenshots or photos of displays
- **Physical installation**: Mounting and positioning
- **Troubleshooting flowcharts**: Decision trees for problems
## Localization Considerations
If supporting multiple languages:
- **Text Translation**: Professional translation services
- **Cultural Adaptation**: Local customs and preferences
- **Units**: Metric vs imperial measurements
- **Regulatory**: Local compliance requirements
- **Support**: Local support contact information