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VTAP100-OEM v3a Installation Guide Hardware v3a, Firmware from v1.0.4.0 Revised April 2021 v1.0...
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If you need help to set up or use VTAP100-OEM, beyond what is contained in this Installation Guide, then please contact our support team. Email: support@dotorigin.com Download the latest documentation and firmware from https://vtap100.com/resources/ Telephone UK and Europe: +44 (0) 1428 685861...
Contents 1 Using this guide 2 How the VTAP100 works 2.1 Default operation on factory settings 3 Mechanical installation 3.1 Power 3.2 Environment 3.3 Mounting points 3.4 RS232 connection 3.5 Optional wallbox 4 Hardware lock to prevent firmware or configuration change 5 Disposal...
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The VTAP100 is rated at 5V DC @ 50 to 150mA for power over USB. WARNING: USER DESIGNED ENCLOSURES It is the responsibility of the integrator to ensure that their enclosure design for the VTAP100 retains compliance with EMC emissions and immunity standards.
It contains the information you need about your VTAP100 hardware. Consult the complete VTAP100 Configuration Guide for more about configuration and maintenance features, including how to update the firmware on your VTAP100 unit, when a new release is available. If you need help beyond what is contained in this guide please contact support@dotorigin.com.
When the VTAP100-OEM is connected to a computer it appears as a generic mass storage device (like a memory stick). To configure your VTAP100, you simply edit or create text files. These will be read automatically, and control the operation of the VTAP100. Consult the VTAP100 Configuration Guide for more detail.
Figure 3-1 VTAP100 components WARNING: Observe all Safety instructions when installing the VTAP100 PCB. There is more detailed information in the next section about how to fit the VTAP100 unit inside the Optional wallbox case, if used. 3.1 Power Connect the PCB to a PC using only a MicroUSB to USB cable, or the optional captive USB cable, if any.
Use 2-4 small nuts and bolts. Figure 3-2 VTAP100 PCB mounting holes The user’s smartphone should be able to tap within 10mm of the antenna on the PCB. The antenna position should be clearly marked and easily accessed, so that users can position their smartphone appropriately.
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Figure 3-3 VTAP100 captive power cable or RS232 connection The connector J1 includes both USB and RS232 signals, as follows: Function USB D+ +5V supply USB D- RS232 RXD (input) Reserved (sense input) RS232 TXD (output) Reserved (sense GND) VTAP100-OEM V3A INSTALLATION GUIDE...
Function +5V supply The VTAP100 requires a 5V power supply. This can either be provided via: J1 (pins 1 and 3) and the serial cable/host (not all RS232 devices have 5V on pin 9), or other USB connectors on the VTAP100 PCB.
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Figure 3-6 Dimensions of label recess in wallbox Fit the VTAP100-OEM unit inside the optional wallbox case like this: Figure 3-7 Fitting VTAP100 PCB and antenna inside wallbox VTAP100-OEM V3A INSTALLATION GUIDE PAGE 7...
You can lock the VTAP100 so that its firmware and configuration cannot be changed. You can either do this in software or hardware. A software lock leaves some files visible. A hardware lock means that the VTAP100 will no longer be detected as a composite USB device.
5 Disposal For safety and sustainability, it is the responsibility of the integrator to ensure that when equipment containing a VTAP100 reaches the end of its life, it is recycled in accordance with WEEE Regulations within the EU. VTAP100 (PCB and cables) should not be disposed of in general waste. If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment (EEE), please contact your supplier for further information.
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