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3.2.7  Mini-USB Connector 
A  5-pin  standard  mini-USB  connector  is  available  on  board.  This  module  supports  USB  2.0  full-speed 
(12Mbit/s) connections. 
Please note: 
-  On-board digital core logic (mainly processor and EEPROM) will be powered via USB in case no 
other  supply  is  connected.  The  USB  connection  might  be  used  to  set  parameters  /  download 
TMCL programs or perform firmware updates while power supply for the module (and the rest of 
the machine) has been switched off or is not connected. 
-  CAN  interface  will  be  de-activated  as  soon  as  USB  is  connected  due  to  internal  sharing  of 
hardware resources. 
1
5
Pin 
Label 
Description 
1 
VBUS 
+5V supply from host 
2 
D- 
Data – 
3 
D+ 
Data + 
4 
ID 
Not connected 
5 
GND 
Module ground (system and signal ground) 
Table 3.6 Mini USB connector 
For remote control and communication with a host system the TMCM-1160 provides a USB 2.0 full-speed 
(12Mbit/s)  interface  (mini-USB  connector).  As  soon  as  a  USB-Host  is  connected  the  module  will  accept 
commands via USB. 
USB BUS POWERED OPERATION MODE  
The TMCM-1160 supports both, USB self powered operation (when an external power is supplied via the 
power supply connector) and USB bus powered operation, (no external power supply via power supply 
connector).  
On-board  digital  core  logic  will  be  powered  via  USB  in  case  no  other  supply  is  connected  (USB  bus 
powered operation). The digital core logic comprehends the microcontroller itself and also the EEPROM. 
The  USB  bus  powered  operation  mode  has  been  implemented  to enable  configuration,  parameter 
settings, read-outs, firmware updates, etc. by just connecting an USB cable between module and host PC. 
No additional cabling or external devices (e.g. power supply) are required. 
Please note that the module might draw current from the USB +5 V bus supply even in USB self powered 
operation depending on the voltage level of this supply. 
Motor movements are not possible in this operation mode. Therefore, connect the power connector and 
change to USB self powered operation mode. 










