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PP8S
2022/05
© 2021 Cambrionix Ltd. All rights reserved.
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  • Page 1 User Manual PP8S 2022/05 © 2021 Cambrionix Ltd. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1. Table of Contents 1. Table of Contents 2. Your PP8S at a glance 2.1. Key Features 3. Safety 3.1. Signal word panel 3.2. Safety alert symbol 3.3. Pictograms 3.4. Product modification 3.5. Power supply 3.6. Storage and Installation 4. Getting Started 4.1.
  • Page 3 5.5.7 Command Line Instructions (CLI) 5.6. Cleaning your PP8S 6. Product Specifications 6.1. Input Power Requirements 6.2. Output Power 6.3. Physical specifications 6.4. Packaged information 6.5. Consumables and Placing Orders 6.6. Power Supply 7. Troubleshooting 7.1. Initial troubleshooting tips 7.2. Logging through LiveViewer 7.3.
  • Page 4: Your Pp8S At A Glance

    2. Your PP8S at a glance The PP8S has been designed primarily for desktop use, being highly compact and quiet. It provides 10W of charging power to each of its 8 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports, allowing mobile devices to be charged quickly, safely and reliably. All ports can be controlled using Cambrionix software to enable charging and data transfer while monitoring important port and device information.
  • Page 5: Safety

    This manual has been arranged to follow IEC/ICEE 82079-1 standard. This is to facilitate the easier understanding and location of information relating to the PP8S. Any errors or omissions can be reported using our support ticket system (seeHelp and Support). This way, any issues can be collected and fixed.
  • Page 6: Safety Alert Symbol

    Mandatory regulation 3.4. Product modification Cambrionix products are designed and manufactured to meet the requirements of UK and International safety regulations. Modifications to the product could affect safety and render the product non-compliant with relevant safety standards, resulting in injury or damage to the product.
  • Page 7: Power Supply

    Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Do not allow liquids to come into contact with the unit or power supply. CAUTION Damage to your product may occur Do not short circuit the Power Supply Unit (PSU) supplied with your product. PP8S Page 6 of 35...
  • Page 8: Storage And Installation

    Do not place the power cord near heat sources. Connect the plug to an earthed socket. CAUTION Damage to your Cambrionix product may occur Operate the product only in an environment where the ambient temperature is inside the operating temperature range.
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    As well as a guide for product safety-related information. The PP8S is intended to be used in an indoor static environment in which the environment falls within the tested specifications to provide charge, sync and management functionality. Please see the physical specifications section of this manual for information on the environment specifications.
  • Page 10: Connecting To The Mains

    If any damage is found, replace the damaged cord before further use. 4.4. Connecting to Host Once the power is connected, connect the PP8S to your host system using a USB 2.0 Type-A cable. Using an incorrect host cable may result in the hub and all subsequent ports not being recognised by your host.
  • Page 11: Help And Support

    Device Information Plate which is either on the underside or back of the unit. Including serial and PO numbers, can help identify the product in question faster, and speed up the process. PP8S Page 10 of 35...
  • Page 12: Using Your Pp8S

    5.2.1 Connecting the Hub to a host computer Connect the PP8S to your host system using a USB 2.0 Type-A cable. Using an incorrect host cable may result in the hub and all subsequent ports not being recognised by your host.
  • Page 13: Data Transfer

    ThePP8S appears as a virtual serial port (also called a UART or VCP). On Microsoft™ Windows, the system will appear as a COM port. On macOS®, a device file is created in the / directory. S is an alpha-numeric serial string unique to each device /dev/tty.usbserial S PP8S Page 12 of 35...
  • Page 14 The default communications settings should be set to 115200 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, and one stop bit. This is sometimes referred to as "115200,8,N,1". No flow control is used. ANSI terminal emulation should be selected PP8S Page 13 of 35...
  • Page 15: Scalability

    USB port. Thereafter, eight additional hubs can be attached to the downstream USB ports of the first hubs by their host ports as shown below. PP8S Page 14 of 35...
  • Page 16: Manage Ports & Your Pp8S

    5.4. Manage Ports & Your PP8S Each port on your PP8S can be managed either individually, or all together. You can turn the ports off and on, change the port mode, or change the charging profiles. This can be done either through LiveViewer, or by connecting to the hub via the API.
  • Page 17: Software

    The PP8S uses string commands to communicate with the host system. These can be sent via the virtual serial port of the PP8S directly, or the API can be used to provide other protocols that send translated string commands. LiveViewer can use the API to interact with the devices through a user-friendly application.
  • Page 18: Liveviewer

    5.5.2 LiveViewer LiveViewer is an application downloaded from www.cambrionix.com/products/liveviewer. Once downloaded and installed on the host computer, LiveViewer allows you to switch the ports on and off, set the port to charge only, or sync mode. LiveViewer’s home page shows the following information about all the ports: •...
  • Page 19: Cambrionix Api

    NVRAM settings, including reverting back to default factory settings. 5.5.3 Cambrionix API Cambrionix API allows you to monitor and control each port in more detail and to integrate these functions into your own workflow processes. The API comprises a daemon that can be downloaded from www.cambrionix.com/products/api...
  • Page 20: Removing Software

    5.5.5 Removing Software If you wish to uninstall the software (Cambrionix LiveViewer and Cambrionix API) from your host system, the following steps can do this. One thing to note when removing the API is to check you have also removed the recorder service which will install alongside it.
  • Page 21: Firmware

    Mac®. Then to completely delete the application, choose Finder > Empty Trash. Alternatively, use the below instructions. sudo /Library/Cambrionix/ApiService/bin/CambrionixApiService --remove sudo /Library/Cambrionix/ApiService/bin/CambrionixRecorderService --remove Linux® To remove software on Linux® there are two options.
  • Page 22: Command Line Instructions (Cli)

    Once selected press the update button at the top and the update will commence. CAUTION Your Cambrionix Firmware may get corrupted Do not interrupt the Firmware update process. Do not disconnect the power during the update process.
  • Page 23 Two example commands can be seen below, you can use these commands to check hub information and health. Command Action system Show hardware and firmware information Show voltages, temperatures, errors and boot health flag PP8S Page 22 of 35...
  • Page 24: Cleaning Your Pp8S

    If there is a dirt/ spillage over a ventilation slot, external data/ power connector or product aperture, please remove power from the unit without touching the liquid and contact Cambrionix immediately Ensure that the product is switched off and the power cord is removed from the product.
  • Page 25: Product Specifications

    6. Product Specifications The PP8S is manufactured in the UK 6.1. Input Power Requirements Input Voltage 12Vdc Input Current Input Connection 4-Pin DIN 6.2. Output Power Output Voltage 5.0V +/-5% Output Current (Max per Port) 2.1A Output Power (Max per Port) Output Power (Total) 87.36W...
  • Page 26: Consumables And Placing Orders

    6.5. Consumables and Placing Orders Below is a list of any Consumable products you may require for your PP8S including the cables you will require to connect devices to the hub. Cables 8 x USB 2.0 Type-A If you require any spare parts, such as the power cables or USB 2.0 Type-A cable, these can be...
  • Page 27: Power Supply

    Input Voltage 100-240VAC 4A @ 115VAC Input Current (Typical) 2A @ 230VAC Input Frequency 50-60Hz Input Connector Output Voltage Output Current Output Power (Max) 180W Output Connector 4-pin DIN Dimensions 210 x 85 x 46mm PP8S Page 26 of 35...
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    7. Troubleshooting If you experience any issues with your PP8S; please try the following solutions, if your issue is not addressed in this section, please get in touch with your local vendor or Cambrionix. 7.1. Initial troubleshooting tips Some tips and information to check first.
  • Page 29: Device Connection

    Unstable device connection Some devices can have unstable connections with your host system through the PP8S. We have only observed this behaviour in a very few amount of devices, by disabling CDP this has resolved all issues and the connections are stable.
  • Page 30: Hub Connection Issues

    Hub not connecting to host If you see that the PP8S is not connecting to the host system, one of the issues may be caused by the USB drivers on your host system not being up to date. It is good practice to ensure you...
  • Page 31 /var/log/cambrionix You may delete the file below when you are finished with it. /etc/opt/cambrionix/cambrionix.log.cfg PP8S Page 30 of 35...
  • Page 32: Disposal

    August 12, 2005, and should not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. Please utilize your local WEEE collection facilities in the disposition of this product and otherwise observe all applicable requirements. Cambrionix PRN (Producer Registration Number) For the UK is "WEE/BH191TT". PP8S Page 31 of 35...
  • Page 33: Returns And Damaged Products

    If you have not purchased the Product(s) direct from Cambrionix please contact the vendor the item was originally purchased from for their returns process. Once you have notified Cambrionix of your return, Cambrionix will arrange for the collection of the product(s), or provide instructions and details for you to return the product direct.
  • Page 34 Product(s) not returned in their original condition may result in additional costs, please refer to the warranty and terms section on our website. Where Cambrionix arranges collection, return shipping will be free, unless Cambrionix notified you otherwise. When contacting us about returning a product please provide the following information.
  • Page 35: Compliance And Standards

    10. Compliance and Standards CB Certificate CE Tested and marked FCC Part 15 Tested and marked Housed within a UL94-VO specification fire enclosure RoHS Compliant Independently safety tested by the Underwriters Laboratory (UL) under file #E346549 PP8S Page 34 of 35...
  • Page 36 This manual may make reference to trademarks, registered trademarks, and other protected names and /or symbols of third-party companies not related in any way to Cambrionix. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by Cambrionix, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in question.
  • Page 37 The Maurice Wilkes Building Cowley Road Cambridge CB4 0DS United Kingdom +44 (0) 1223 755 520 enquiries@cambrionix.com www.cambrionix.com Cambrionix Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales with the company number 06210854 2022/05 © 2021 Cambrionix Ltd. All rights reserved.

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