Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual V1.0.3 HS-AP-USB001 For more information, visit our website at: https://www.hanshow.
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Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual ABOUT THE DOCUMENT Product Manual (HS-AP-USB001): This manual describes an instruction for ESL controller HS_C09959 involved in its features, specifications, the related configurations and precautions. Help you quickly understand all information for this device.
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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Overview ................................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 System architecture ....................................................................................................... 2 1.2 Features ......................................................................................................................... 3 2 Hardware performance ........................................
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 1 Overview HS_C09978 is an Hanshow’s third-generate ESL controller. HS_C09978 adopts USB physical interface embedded micro-PCB, which is dedicated to WLAN device that has USB virtual network function, known as USB integration AP. Its major advantage is to provide Wi-Fi access and ESL service simultaneously, servicing a better user experience. HS_C09978 works in 2.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual Figure 1-2 shows an appearance example of USB integration AP. Figure 1-2 USB integration AP 1.1 System architecture Hanshow ESL system includes PriSmart/ShopWeb, ESL-Working, ESL controller (AP), Electronic Shelf Label (ESL) and Handheld Terminal (PDA), as shown in Figure 1-3. Specifically, ESL controller acts as data transmission link to forward data between ESLWorking and ESLs.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual HS_C09978 builds TCP connection with ESL-Working system via USB virtual Ethernet port and bi-directional 2.4GHz wireless communication with ESLs. ⚫ Downlink: HS_C09978 receives downlink packets from ESL-Working system and transmits the data like price, inventory and template to ESLs. ⚫ Uplink: HS_C09978 forwards ESLs’ heartbeat packets or other information to the ESL-Working system. 1.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 2 Hardware performance This chapter consists of: ⚫ Specifications ⚫ Hardware interface ⚫ Key instruction ⚫ LED meaning ⚫ Nameplate information 2.1 Specifications The basic configurations of HS_C09978 are as shown in Table 2-1. Table 2-1 HS_C09978 specifications Item Power supply Main processor RF module Input voltage DC 5V Rated current 240mA Rated power 1.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual Item Description Dimension L*W*H (mm) 40*88*16 Weight Net weight (g) 40.2 Case - White 2.2 Hardware interface HS_C09978’s physical interfaces and each description is as shown in Figure 2-1 and Table 2-2. Figure 2-1 Hardware interface of HS_C09978 Table 2-2 Function description for each interface No. 5 Interface name Description 1 USB interface Used for power port and virtual network port. 2 RESET hole Used for system software reset.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 2.3 Key instruction RESET hole supports press and hold operations, each owns different features. 2.3.1 Press Press is used to switch IP address acquisition mode. This feature is limited to operate when AP is offline because it can disrupt business operations. AP address will be switched between DHCP and Static IP with each press.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 2.5 Nameplate information The nameplate of HS_C09978 contains the following implications, as shown in Figure 2-2. ⚫ IP and MAC address are the default configuration of HS_C09978. ⚫ IP address can be modified through configuration page. Figure 2-2 Nameplate of HS_C09978 Note: The SN and MAC address are all on the side of HS_C09978. 7 Hanshow Copyright Reserved © Hanshow Technology Co., Ltd.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 3 Installation The USB integration AP supports the following four installation modes: ⚫ Horizontal hanging suspension from the ceiling ⚫ Wall mounting ⚫ Threaded hanger mounting ⚫ Cross bar mounting The installation height may be affect AP wireless coverage. Generally, HS_C09978 is installed in a higher position to achieve better transmission and coverage, as shown in Figure 3-1.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual ⚫ The installation height of AP should be higher than shelf height to avoid signal shielding. ⚫ For the horizontal hanging suspension from the ceiling, keep the distance more than 6cm away from the ceiling. Note: For more information about Wi-Fi AP, see the related Wi-Fi AP Installation Manual or Instruction. 4 Parameter configuration Make sure Wi-Fi AP runs normally before HS_C09978 parameters configuration. 4.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual Figure 4-1 Login page 10 Hanshow Copyright Reserved © Hanshow Technology Co., Ltd.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual Figure 4-2 Password setting Note: ➢ Both of Chinese and English are supported, switch the language you want in upper-right corner. ➢ If the password does not meet the security rules or is set incorrectly, a prompt message appears; if the password strength is not strong enough, a pop-up prompts to reset your password. 11 Hanshow Copyright Reserved © Hanshow Technology Co., Ltd.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 4.2.2 Homepage HS_C09978’s configuration homepage is as shown in Figure 4-3. Figure 4-3 Configuration homepage The configuration item description is shown in Table 4-1. Table 4-1 Configuration item description No. Configuration item Description 1 Network Used to set network parameters such as DHCP, IP address, subnet mask, etc. 2 ESL-Working Used to configure ESL-Working parameter. 3 Reboot AP Reboot AP device.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 4.2.3 Network setting Network setting is used for setting network parameters of HS_C09978. It supports two IP types: IPv4 and IPv6; two IP address acquisition modes: DHCP or static IP. ⚫ If IP type is IPv4, the configuration page is shown in Figure 4-4. Figure 4-4 Network configuration page 1 The configuration items are illustrated as shown in Table 4-2. Table 4-2 Configuration item description No.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual No. 5 Configuration item Gateway Description It is able to configure when DHCP is OFF. Domain Name Server (DNS), DNS1: Primary DNS server; DNS2: Secondary server. 6 DNS Must be set when the ESL-Working address is configured as domain name address; Enable DHCP, to get DNS from DHCP. 7 ⚫ MAC Unique MAC address, refer to the nameplate. If IP type is IPv6, the configuration page is shown in Figure 4-5.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual No. Configuration item Description ⚫ When set to OFF, IP address should be configured manually. ⚫ When set to ON, the device is DHCP client, and IP address should be get from DHCP server. 2 DHCP 3 IPv6 address Configurable when DHCP is OFF. 4 Gateway Configurable when DHCP is OFF. Domain Name Server (DNS), DNS1: Primary DNS server; DNS2: Secondary server; DNS3: Secondary server.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual Each configuration item is illustrated as shown in Table 4-4. Table 4-4 Configuration items description No. 1 Configuration item AUTO search 2 IPv6 3 ESL-Working address Description ⚫ When set to OFF, you need to set the related ESLWorking parameters manually. ⚫ When set to ON, the AP will automatically search and connect to ESL-Working address in local area network (LAN).
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 4.2.5 Reboot AP Click Reboot AP, click OK on pop-up box, the device will reboot. Reboot AP takes about 1min, as shown in Figure 4-7. Figure 4-7 Reboot device 4.2.6 AP description This can add custom information for AP record and recognition, as shown in Figure 4-8. Figure 4-8 AP description 17 Hanshow Copyright Reserved © Hanshow Technology Co., Ltd.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 4.2.7 NTP setting NTP setting can add custom device acquisition time, easy to synchronize time in time zone, as shown in Figure 4-9. Figure 4-9 NTP setting 4.2.8 Change admin password This is used for changing login password, as shown in Figure 4-10. Figure 4-10 Change password 18 Hanshow Copyright Reserved © Hanshow Technology Co., Ltd.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 4.2.9 Restore factory settings Click Restore factory settings, click OK on pop-up box, the device will restore factory settings and reboot. Restore factory settings takes about 1min, as shown in Figure 4-11. Figure 4-11 Restore factory settings Note: ➢ The effect is the same as the key action. ➢ Don’t cut off the power during the process, otherwise the device will be damaged. 19 Hanshow Copyright Reserved © Hanshow Technology Co., Ltd.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 4.2.10 Upgrade firmware HS_C09978 upgrade is used to online upgrade for main system and RF subsystem. It supports local upgrade and remote upgrade. ⚫ Local upgrade: Do not use other AP models’ upgrade package in our company for upgrade testing, avoiding incorrect upgrade. ⚫ Remote upgrade: Currently, it is only available to LAN environment. If cross-network segment upgrade, you need to do port mapping in advance.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 5 Workflow To ensure that Wi-Fi AP works normally before HS_C09978 powered-on. Specifically, the workflow of USB integration AP is as shown in Figure 5-1. Circuit check Integration AP powered -on Wi-Fi AP runs normally Association parameter settings HS_C09978 powered-on HS_C09978 configuration HS_C09978 running Integration AP running Figure 5-1 Wi-Fi AP workflow Follow the steps: 1.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 6. HS_C09978 will automatically connect to ESL-Working after the correct configurations. If success, the indicators will flash green; if failed, the prompt messages appear. HS_C09978 will connect to ESL-Working regularly. 7. HS_C09978 will perform data communications such as heartbeat packet reception, data transceiver and ESLs inquiry.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual 7 Precautions and suggestions During USB integration AP (Hereinafter referred to as AP), please note the following precautions and suggestions. Table 7-1 Precautions and suggestions Item Description ⚫ Keep AP operating in standard temperature and humidity. ⚫ The AP operates best in normal indoor conditions. To prevent circuit damage, avoiding poor ventilation or other extreme conditions.
Hanshow ESL Controller HS_C09978 Product Manual Item Installation distance Network settings Post-installation check 24 Description ⚫ If the shelf height is ≤3m, recommended the installation distance of two Hanshow APs is about 22m, and at least 5m. ⚫ If the shelf height is 3m ~ 5m, it is recommended that the installation distance of two Hanshow APs is about 18m and at least 5m. ⚫ If shelf height exceeds 5m, the installation height of AP is determined according to the actual situation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
