CAMBRIONIX ModIT-Boss User manual
ModIT-Boss
User Manual
© 2023-02 Cambrionix Ltd. All rights reserved. EN
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1. Table of Contents
1. Table of Contents 2
2. Safety 3
2.1. Signal word panel 3
2.2. Safety alert symbol 4
2.3. Pictograms 4
2.4. Product modification 4
2.5. Power supply 5
2.6. Storage and Installation 5
3. Getting Started 7
3.1. Unpacking your product 7
3.2. What's Included 7
3.3. Connecting to the mains 8
3.4. Charging 8
3.5. Cables 8
3.6. Registration 8
3.7. Cleaning your ModIT-Boss 9
3.8. Help and Support 9
4. Installing Host System 10
5. Product Specifications 13
5.1. Input Power Requirements 13
5.2. Rail value limits 13
5.3. Physical specifications 13
5.4. Packaged information 13
5.5. Consumables and Placing Orders 13
6. Disposal 16
7. Returns and Damaged Products 17
7.1. What if my order arrives with an issue? 17
7.2. What happens after I have requested a Return? 17
8. Compliance and Standards 18
9. Terms and Conditions 19
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2. Safety
This user manual is for informational purposes only, it contains information for the start-up and
operation of this product. Note: the contents and the product described are subject to change
without notice. To avoid injuries and damage, observe the safety instructions in the user manual.
This manual has been arranged to follow the IEC/ICEE 82079-1 standard. This is to facilitate the easier
understanding and location of information relating to the ModIT-Boss. Any errors or omissions can be
reported using our support ticket system (seeHelp and Support). This way, any issues that are
discovered can be acted on quickly and we can update the documentation to reflect this.
Understanding and observing the instructions in this user manual are prerequisites for hazard-free
use and safety during operation. This user manual cannot cover all possible applications. If you would
like additional information or if problems arise that are not sufficiently addressed in this manual,
please ask your distributor or contact us directly using the means preferred, which are located on the
back cover of this manual.
CAUTION
Personal Injury and Damage to the product
Always observe the safety instructions in this user manual
2.1. Signal word panel
Depending on the probability of serious consequences, potential dangers are identified with a signal
word, the corresponding safety colour, and if appropriate, the safety alert symbol.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in moderate or
minor (reversible) injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage to the
product and its functions, or to property in its proximity.
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2.2. Safety alert symbol
Use of the safety alert symbol indicates a risk of injury.
Observe all measures that are marked with the safety alert symbol in order to avoid injury
2.3. Pictograms
These symbols will be used throughout this documentation to alert to any potential dangers or any
actions that must be taken.
Warning Signs
Electrical hazard Fire Hazard
Mandatory action signs
Read operating instructions Mandatory regulation
2.4. 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.
CAUTION
An electric shock or personal injury may occur
Do not modify the product in any way.
Do not dismantle the product.
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CAUTION
Fire, or personal injury may occur
Do not obstruct air vents on the product.
Do not cover the product in or place near combustible material.
CAUTION
Damage to your product may occur
Do not bend or compress any part of the product.
2.5. Power supply
This section describes the safety precautions you must follow when using the external power supply.
CAUTION
An electric shock or personal injury may occur
Do not use a damaged power cord or plug, or a loose power socket.
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.
Do not disconnect the power cord while the product is being used.
Do not bend or pull the power cord with excessive force.
Do not use a power supply that exceeds the power supply specifications
within this manual
2.6. Storage and Installation
This section describes safety precautions you must follow when installing and storing your ModIT-
Boss.
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CAUTION
An electric shock or personal injury may occur
Do not place the power cord near heat sources.
Connect the plug only 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.
Operate the product only in an environment where the relative humidity is
inside the operating range.
Be careful not to leave the power cord underneath a heavy object.
CAUTION
Overheated power sockets may cause a fire
Do not overload the power socket that your hub is connected to.
Insert the power plug all the way into the socket so that it is not loose.
CAUTION
Overloading the brackets may cause failure
The rack brackets for all our products are not designed to be used in a mobile
application, bracket failure could occur if the units are not supported fully e.g
Shock during road transport.
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3. Getting Started
This manual provides a reference for end-users installing for the first time and using their hub
afterwards. As well as a guide for product safety-related information.
The ModIT-Boss 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.
3.1. Unpacking your product
When you have received your product, please check the packing slip inside the box to ensure all
contents and quantities are correct before opening. This is to avoid retesting and repackaging any
items that are not required.
When opening the packaging, use a suitable method to open the box i.e, do not use a knife. This is to
ensure the product is not damaged.
CAUTION
Personal Injury and Damage to the product
There will be a label on the hub advising you to read the User manual before
use. This will need to be removed before use as it may be covering host ports,
vents etc.
3.2. What's Included
lModIT-Boss Hub
l2m Mains power cable (Country specified on order including fuse for the UKplugs)
Part description Part number
UK Power cable 200144
US Power cable 200327
EU Power cable 200329
AUSPower cable 200337
IND Power cable 200341
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3.3. Connecting to the mains
Make sure you adhere to local safety regulations, connect the power cable to the socket and switch
the power supply on. The hub is now ready to charge the attached devices.
Periodic inspections should be made to power supply cables and any USB cables for any signs of
damage. If any damage is found, replace the damaged cord before further use.
Please note that USB specifications require a minimum 100 mA charge current to be available during
data transfer. As indicated in above, if the attached device has a BC1.2 compliant CDP port, the
device can draw up to A whilst transferring data.
3.4. Charging
Your ModIT-Boss will allow your device to charge at the maximum rate possible up to A. The way that
charging takes place is the ModIT-Boss will provide the device with a capability to charge and the
devices USB charging controller will determine the maximum amount of charge it wants to draw
down.
Although a maximum charge rate of A is possible, the device itself determines the exact rate and as
such you may not see the maximum amount of charging on every device type that is connected.
3.5. Cables
Some USB cables are data transfer only, and some are power delivery only. There are also options
that can handle both tasks. Be sure to verify a cable’s abilities before purchasing it and select a cable
which can handle the speeds and power transfer that you require. We would advise using the cable
that was provided with the device to connect to our hubs.
3.6. Registration
You may register your product at www.cambrionix.com/product-registration
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3.7. Cleaning your ModIT-Boss
Cleaning the product is generally not required, although in some instances it may be necessary if
excess dirt/ dust/ hair has accumulated, or if minor liquid spillages have occurred on the module
during operation or storage.
CAUTION
Electric shock or personal injury may occur
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 seek advise before reapplying power
lEnsure that the product is switched off and the power cord is removed from the product. Hold
the power cable by the plug and do not touch either the plug or the power cord with wet or
damp hands as an electrical shock may result
lWipe the product with a clean, dry and soft cloth. Do not use detergents which contain alcohol,
solvent or surface-active agents. Do not spray water or detergent directly onto the product
lMildly dampen a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean the product as
required
lDry the product thoroughly once the cleaning has finished
lReconnect the power cord and use your product as advised once cleaning is complete
Antimicrobial additive
Our integrated antimicrobial technology within ModIT (made by Clariant) works to continuously
minimise the presence of microbes (incl. bacteria, algae and fungi) throughout the entire life-cycle of
the product. This works by having a surface where microbes cannot grow which in turn reduces the
spread of the microbes, this will help minimise contact points and reduce the risk of passing on
infections/ diseases throughout your work environment.
3.8. Help and Support
FAQs and help can be found on the Help page here
lwww.cambrionix.com/help_pages/help.
You can raise a support ticket for more in depth support here
lhttps://cambrionix.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portals
You can also download any of our manuals and keep up to date at the link here
lwww.cambrionix.com/product-user-manuals
When contacting support, please supply the product information for the hub in question. This can be
found on the Device Information Plate which is either on the underside or back of the unit.
Providing serial and Purchaseorder numbers, can help identify your specific product and speed up
the process.
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4. Installing Host System
One of the features of the Boss Module is the ability to install a Mac mini inside. This provides
different levels of sophistication to the ability of your device.
There are eight screws on the underside of the case
and seven on the rear that need to be removed there are also two pins on each side of the boss unit
that will needs to be removed.
Remove these using a screwdriver and slide the top of the Boss Module four inches, as
demonstrated in the image below.
The image below demonstrates how the product should look at this stage. Notice the
highlighted yellow screws, which should all have been removed at this point
With a spanner, undo the highlighted nut below. Once removed, it will allow you to slide the
lid off fully.
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Once the lid is completely removed, it will reveal the inside of the product. Next, remove
the screws (highlighted in yellow), to remove the Mac mini chassis.
Once you have removed the Mac mini chassis place your Mac mini on the circular mat
(outsides highlighted below). You can then attach the Mac mini to the three wires on the
left.
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Once the Mac mini is secure, reattach the Mac mini chassis, and the side panels in the same order
that they were removed.
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5. Product Specifications
The ModIT-Boss is manufactured in the UK
5.1. Input Power Requirements
Input Voltage (V) 100-240
Input Current (A) 1.5
Input Connector C14
5.2. Rail value limits
5.3. Physical specifications
Ambient Operating Temperature range 0-35°C
Relative humidity 5 - 95
Dimensions WxDxH (mm) 445 x 367 x 97
Weight (kg) 5.8
Rfid operating frequency 125/132 kHz and 13.56MHz
Host system space Mac®Mini, Intel NUC, Raspberry Pi
Screen pixel resolution 800 x 480
5.4. Packaged information
Boxed Dimensions WxDxH (m) 0.57 x 0.19 x 0.57 m
5.5. Consumables and Placing Orders
Below is a list of any Consumable products you may require for your ModIT-Boss including the cables
you will require to connect devices to the hub.
Fuses T3.15A 250
Cables
If you require any spare parts, such as the power cable or cable, these can be ordered by quoting the
product part number and the spare part number (available from the Getting Started section).
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These can be ordered from the reseller or solution partner you purchased your ModIT-Boss from, or
from Cambrionix directly.
To find one of our partners local to you please visit www.cambrionix.com/partners where you can
learn about the local vendors and distributors that can assist you and find their contact information.
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6. Disposal
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electrical Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other
European countries with separate collection systems)
This product is subject to Directive 2012/19/EU of the European
Parliament and the Council of the European Union on the waste
electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), and in jurisdictions
adopting that Directive, is marked as being put on the market
after August 12, 2005, and should not be disposed of as
unsorted municipal waste. Please utilize your local
WEEEcollection facilities in the disposition of this product and
otherwise observe all applicable requirements.
Cambrionix PRN (Producer Registration Number) For the UK is "WEE/BH191TT".
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7. Returns and Damaged Products
If you wish to return or fix a damaged product first look at the terms on our website
www.cambrionix.com/terms-conditions
Before a product is returned please contact support using the methods detailed in the Help and
Support section.
7.1. What if my order arrives with an issue?
lIf you have received your order in a damaged box and/or the product has physical damage
please contact Cambrionix Customer Support or your distribution partner. Please provide
photos of the damaged box and/or product when contacting Customer support.
lIf an item in your order does not have physical damage but is not functioning properly or will
not power on, please contact Customer Support or your distribution partner and provide as
much information as possible and including any steps followed to troubleshoot internally.
lPlease include photos of the damaged box and product when contacting Customer Support.
Note: If you have received your order in a damaged box and the damage was indicated to the courier,
please provide us with a copy of the delivery note detailing this.
7.2. What happens after I have requested a Return?
lIf you have not purchased the Product(s)direct from Cambrionix please contact the vendor the
item was originally purchased from for their returns process.
lOnce 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.
lWhen returning your product(s),please only send back the items that were advised through the
support process.
lReturn your product(s) in the original packaging where you can. Where original packaging is not
available, use suitable packing methods, which will ensure that the product cannot be subject
to impact damage. i.e. double-walled cardboard box with 50mm of soft material.
lProduct(s) not returned in their original condition may result in additional costs, please refer to
the warranty and terms section on our website.
lWhere Cambrionix arranges collection, return shipping will be free, unless Cambrionix notified
you otherwise.
lWhen contacting us about returning a product please provide the following information.
- Collection Address
- Weights and Dimensions WxDxH (m) of shipment
- Preferred collection date and time.
- Product serial number(s) (this can be found on a label on the rear or underside of the unit)
- Purchase order number(s)
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8. Compliance and Standards
lCETested and marked
lCB Certificate
lComplies with EN60950 safety requirements for IT equipment
lFCC Part 15 Tested and marked
lHoused within a UL94-VO specification fire enclosure
lRoHS Compliant
lIndependently safety tested by the Underwriters Laboratory (UL) under file #E346549
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Use of Trademarks, Registered Trademarks, and other Pro-
tected Names and Symbols
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.
Cambrionix hereby acknowledges that all trademarks, registered trademarks, service marks, and
other protected names and /or symbols contained in this manual and related documents are the
property of their respective holders
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“ Microsoft™ and Microsoft Windows™ are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.”
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