Tag Archives: IOT

BLE010 Environmental Sensor CC2640R2F Firmware _20191128_2140

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New Firmware for the BLE010 Environmental Sensor
Release 20191128_2140
Pairs with Android EvoThings Demo App 20191128_2140

EvoThingsDemo App – Requires EvoThings App installed on your tablet or phone.
Simply click on the link below from your tablet or phone browser.
Furzy BLE 101 App _20191128_2140 – EvoThings App – Furzy BLE 101 App
For further information see the
BLE010 Indoor Environmental Sensor – Detailed Product Page

BLE010 Indoor Environmental Sensor Demo 20190613

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New Demo Firmware (.hex) for BLE010 Indoor Environmental Sensor
for CC2640-S1 module with a CC2640R2F device using BLE 4.2 SDK

New Demo App for BLE010 Indoor Environmental Sensor

Demo App – Requires EvoThings App installed on your tablet or phone.
Simply click on the link below from your tablet or phone browser.
Furzy BLE 101 App _20190618 – EvoThings App – Furzy BLE 101 App
BLE010 Environmental Sensor

BLE010 Environmental Sensor

For further information see the
BLE010 Indoor Environmental Sensor – Detailed Product Page

BLE010 Indoor Environmental Sensor Demo 20180516

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New Demo App for BLE010 Indoor Environmental Sensor

Demo App – Requires EvoThings App installed on your tablet or phone.
Simply click on the link below from your tablet or phone browser.
EvoThings App FurzyBLE _20180516 – Furzy BLE Device Scanning App
EvoThings App FurzyBLE _20180607 – Furzy BLE Device Scanning App – includes BME280
  • Battery Voltage – analog reading
  • OPTO Sensor – analog reading (Lights ON / OFF)
  • Temperature (HDC2010)
  • Humidity (HDC2010)
  • Temperature (BME280)
  • Humidity (BME280)
  • Pressure (BME280)
BLE010 Environmental Sensor

BLE010 Environmental Sensor

For further information see the
BLE010 Indoor Environmental Sensor – Detailed Product Page

New BLE Demo Using CC2650STK with BLE009A and EVO Things App Ver 20180215

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We are releasing updates for demo firmware for the TI CC2650STK with BLE009A Demo Board.

TI CC2650STK FW – Furzy BLE FW Ver1ZZ _20180309_1840
BLE009A CC2650STK TI Sensor Tag IO Demo Dev Board – Downloads
Demo App – Requires EvoThings App installed on your tablet or phone.
Simply click on the link below from your tablet or phone browser.
EvoThings FurzyBLE _20180215 – Furzy BLE Device Scanning App

BLE Broadcast (not connectable), advertises Temperature, Humidity, Ambient Light, Keys, AA Cell Voltage every 2 seconds.
Sensor Sampling is synchronised to advertising.

GAP_ADTYPE_LOCAL_NAME_COMPLETE has complete identification including FWVer and Device ID number (positive identification of each device even on ios).

GAP_ADTYPE_MANUFACTURER_SPECIFIC has the Sensor Data.

Excellent for Demos and Systems Development, realistic environmental sensing.

Typical Alkaline AA cell > 1.5 years operation (subject to ambient temperature, see cell manufacturers data sheet). Use  LiFeS2 AA cell (Eg Energizer L91) for low ambient temperature operation.

For further information see the
BLE009A CC2650STK TI Sensor Tag IO Demo Dev Board – Detailed Product Page
Furzy BLE App Ver 20180215

Furzy BLE App Ver 20180215

Furzy BLE FW Ver1ZZ _20180309_1840 CurrentPulses

Furzy BLE FW Ver1ZZ _20180309_1840 CurrentPulses

This CRO sample shows the synchronised Sensor Sampling before the BLE Advert Packet is transmitted (Sensor Sampling starts 1 sec before Advert TX).

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board

We offer this as a BLE009A board, and a pre-programmed CC2650STK – each with a different DeviceID (The downloads page demo firmware is only the one DeviceID).

Latest Published Price List – See Hardware Availability and Prices

New BLE App – FurzyBLE Ver 20180130 – BLE Device Scanner

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This App currently lists the BLE devices in range, and provides some basic information on “known” devices.

  • TI SensorTag Stock Firmware
  • TI LaunchPad Stock Frimware
  • FWVer00A (BLE009A demo firmware) – reports as a SensorTag
  • FWVer008 (BLE005 demo firmware) – includes the switch contact state and count
  • FWVer007 (SensorTag Demo Firmware – client specific)
  • FWVer001 (SensorTag with “Furzy” Advertising – includes ID and Keys)

Contact me for further information.

Requires EvoThings App installed on your tablet or phone.
Simply click on the link below from your tablet or phone browser.

EvoThings FurzyBLE _20180130 – Furzy BLE Device Scanning App
FurzyBLE App Ver20180130 Demo

FurzyBLE App Ver20180130 Demo – Click for higher resolution

This app is under development to support our devices coming, see Products Page for further information on the upcoming development road map.

DIN001 STM32F091RC ISO485 IO – New Controller Product

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DIN001 STM32F091RC ISO485 IO Controller

DIN001 STM32F091RC ISO485 IO Controller – This first PCB from PCBWAY loaded by hand

Applications

  • Distributed Control Systems
  • RS485 Networked Systems
  • HVAC

On Board

  • 2 x ADM2687 isolated RS485 transcievers
  • 1 x non isolated RS485 port
  • 4 Analog Inputs
  • Opto Mosfet Output
  • Isolated Analog Control Port for Fans
  • Local Power Management (for a 48V Backbone Network Power Supply)
  • Local 24V Supply for Sensors
  • STM32F091RC
  • SPI Flash for Logging and Settings MX25R8035 (1 MByte)

Fits a SZOMK DIN Enclosure AK-DR-04 (6 unit – 108mm wide).
Install with a Meanwell HDR-15-48, fits Electrical Distribution Enclosures.

This distributed control product will be offered for manufacture under license – contact us for further details.

We are looking for Car Park Ventilation FAN manufacturers interested in having their FAN driver in our firmware, please do not hesitate to contact us.

A short video showing our DIN001 with some ventilation FANs.

Please contact us if interested in updates on this product.

DIN001 Distributed Controller - BMS / HVAC / IO - Fan Interface

DIN001 Distributed Controller – BMS / HVAC / IO – Fan Interface

BLE009A CC2650STK IO Demo Dev Board Gerbers and BOM released

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The Gerbers and BOM for the BLE009A CC2650STK IO Demo Dev Board are now available through the Downloads page.

You can use these files to build your own PCBs.

EvoThings AppVer00A _20170710 – Works with Demo Firmware FWVer00A Hex _20170629

 

New BLE Demo App for CC2650 Sensor Tag BLE009A Board

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We have released a new Evo Things App (AppVer00A) for the CC2650 Sensor Tag with the BLE009A IO Demo Dev Board

  • Runs on Android and ios.
  • Can be used with a stock CC2650 Sensor Tag
  • Can be used with a CC2650 Sensor Tag with FWVer00A with a BLE009A board
EvoThings AppVer00A _20170710 – Works with Demo Firmware FWVer00A Hex _20170629
AppVer00A_CC2650STK_BLE009A

AppVer00A_CC2650STK_BLE009A

BLE008A TI CC2640 Logging & Settings Plug In Module

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A CC2640 with a FLASH (SPI) and EEPROM (IIC) on a small plug in module (JST JMC receptical on the BLE008A).

Primarily intended to be a plug in module to add data logging and BLE enabled settings into a product. The demo firmware will provide a UART MODBUS interface for logging and settings communications with the host system.

This board is a tiny 20mm x 30mm.

BLE008A TI CC2640 Logging & Settings Plug In Module

BLE008A TI CC2640 Logging & Settings Plug In Module

It includes a JST SH 1mm 5pin connector for the cJTAG. The precrimped JST SH cable is available from OnLine marketplaces, and its easy to connect to a CC2650EXL launchpad for a programmer.

The JST JMC connector comes in different plug heights, allowing flexibility in the stacking with the host board.

The BLE008A can also be uses on its own, plug into your IO Sensor board, and you have an instant data logging solution with a BLE interface.

The board mounts a Radioland CC2640-S1 module. These modules have a ipx/ufl RF connector. You can use an external antenna for improved RF performance.

BLE008A TI CC2640 Logging & Settings Plug In Module

BLE008A TI CC2640 Logging & Settings Plug In Module

BLE009A CC2650STK TI Sensor Tag IO Demo Dev Board

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Pics of the BLE009A from the first boards made.

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board

While you can’t see it, the CC2650 Sensor Tag is running in advertising mode in the above picture.

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board

The board uses JST PH 2mm headers for external IIC, SPI, UART connections. The cables pictured are bought pre-crimped / assembled from OnLine marketplaces. This enables you to set up different interface boards, or plug in our Sensor Boards.

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board

EvoThings AppVer00A _20170710 – Works with Demo Firmware FWVer00A Hex _20170629

 

BLE009 CC2650STK TI Sensor Tag IO Demo Dev Board

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An excellent choice for BLE Demonstrations and Development. Very versatile, use for Systems testing (gateway development), peripheral and sensor interface development, and customer proof of concept demos.

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board Block Diagram

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board Block Diagram

  • BLE009 – CC2650STK TI Sensor Tag Demo & Dev Board
  • Sensor Tag plugs straight in – with mechanical Support for the Sensor Tag
  • cJTAG cable connects directly to CC2650STK for firmware development
  • 2 DI (Opto Inputs)
  • 2 DO (MOSFET Open Drain Outputs)
  • IIC Expansion Header
  • SPI Expansion Header
  • UART Expansion Header
  • AA Cell Holder (1V5)
  • On board boost TPS61221 (low Iq 6uA) – predictable peripheral performance
  • PCB Size 65mm x 59mm
BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board PCB Outline

BLE009A TI CC2650STK Sensor Tag Demo Dev Board PCB Outline

Available from the Downloads Page

  • Board PDFs (Datasheet, SCH, PCB)
  • Board Gerbers
  • Demo (time limited) Firmware
EvoThings AppVer00A _20170710 – Works with Demo Firmware FWVer00A Hex _20170629

 

BLE005 CC2650STK TI Sensor Tag IO Demo Dev Board

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  • BLE005 – CC2650STK TI Sensor Tag Demo & Dev Board
  • Sensor Tag plugs straight in – with mechanical Support for the Sensor Tag
  • cJTAG cable connects directly to CC2650STK for firmware development
  • 1 DI (Opto Input)
  • 1 DO (MOSFET Open Drain Output)
  • 1 AI (Analog Input)
  • 1 Switch Contact Monitor with Wetting Voltage
  • On Board AA/2 cell (3V) (for Lithium Cell SAFT LS14250 recommended)
  • PCB Size 62mm x 46mm
BLE005 CC2650STK TI Sensor Tag IO Board

BLE005 CC2650STK TI Sensor Tag IO Board

Available from the Downloads Page

  • Board PDFs (Datasheet, SCH, PCB)
  • Board Gerbers
  • Demo (time limited) Firmware

 

BLE CC2650STK Development – Switch Contact Monitor

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bit of an update on BLE – voltage free switch contact monitor – low power – with contact wetting boost circuit

We are using the TI CC2650STK and have a small development board with our boost circuit. We are using periodic monitoring to have a low average power consumption. Depending on the setup – up to 5 years on a SAFT LS14250 cell.

 

BLE001_SwContMon

We have setup a contact state and click counter, and have the data in the advertising, so no connection required to obtain data.

BLE001_SwContMon_EvoThings_Advertising

We will put up a board design for this application soon.

BLE (Bluetooth Smart) Sensors and IO

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Wireless Sensors and IO Control Points using Bluetooth SMART (Bluetooth Low Energy)

  • No data wiring required – its now simple to add a sensor to plant for monitoring
  • On board data logging capability
  • Battery Operation for low power sensors – several years on battery power possible
  • 4-20mA loop powered option – primary output on 4-20mA loop
  • Energy Harvesting options (eg small solar panel) to extend battery life
  • Intelligent actuator driver if external power is available
  • Primary Sensor data in the BLE advertising

CC2650STK BLE Sensor IO Model

 

 

 

 

Oh Dear, it’s Business as Usual …

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Today, I was made aware of an announcement from Revolv (a NEST Company). See the following quotes from their site…  (http://revolv.com/)

“What happens to my Revolv service? – As of May 15, 2016, Revolv service will no longer be available. The Revolv app won’t open and the hub won’t work.”

“Is my product still under warranty? – No. Our one-year warranty against defects in materials or workmanship has expired for all Revolv products.”

and if you do a quick search, (there’s plenty on the internet at the moment) the topic has moved along to “help on a case by case basis”, after an interesting barrage and ongoing public dirty laundry airing. Including the usual top management claims that the engineers they obtained by acquisition did not perform to expectations. (yeah sure, smells like …)

Now, some of you will be asking why am I writing this….

Well, I want you to be educated and ask the right questions.

The first question I would be asking when considering purchasing a smart device is, does it come with stand alone / inter-operable / public domain protocol options built in?

LPC1115 Dev Board – with ENC28J60 Ethernet Module

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I also have this demo on a TI TM4C129E Cortex M4 microcontroller for industrial and commercial applications. Don’t hesitate to contact me if you are interested.

This is a quick Ethernet Control Project with a low cost ARM Cortex M0 microcontroller and low cost SPI – Ethernet module.

This shows its entirely possible to put together IOT on an extremely tight budget.

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