PASCO EM-3533 User manual

Product Manual
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Wireless AC/DC Module
EM-3533
Included Equipment
1 Wireless AC/DC Module
2 Micro USB cable
For connecting the accessory to a USB charger
or port.
Required Equipment
The following table lists the equipment required to
perform experiments with the device. Only one of the
options provided for each item is required.
Item
Options
Modular
Circuits Set
EM-3535 Basic Kit
EM-3536 Essential Physics Kit
EM-3556 Advanced Expansion Kit
EM-3540 Expansion Kit
Software
PASCO Capstone
SPARKvue

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Components
1 Micro USB port
For connecting the included USB cable to a USB
charger or USB port.
5 Clip holder
For inserting a jumper clip to electrically connect
modules.
2 Power button
Press and hold to turn the power on or off.
6 Peg
Insert into a notch of another module to physically
connect modules.
3 Bluetooth status LED
Red blink
Ready to be paired with software.
Green blink
Paired with software.
Yellow blink
Remotely logging data.
7 Notch
Insert over a peg of another module to physically
connect modules.
4 Battery status LED
Red blink
Battery needs to be recharged soon.
Green solid
Battery is fully charged.
Yellow solid
Battery is charging.
Getting Started
Before using the device with students for the first time,
perform the following tasks:
1. Charge the battery.
2. Update your PASCO data collection software.
3. Update the firmware.
To charge the battery
1. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the
device. Connect the other end of the cable to a
USB charger or port.
2. Allow the battery to charge for at least three
hours. The battery status LED will turn green
when fully charged.
Charging automatically stops when the battery is fully
charged. The device can remain connected to a power
source when fully charged without damaging the battery.

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To update PASCO data collection software
1. Open the PASCO data collection software.
2. The software will display a message if an update
is available. Follow the instructions on the screen.
If you do not receive a message, the software is
up to date.
You can also check for an update by doing the following:
Go to Help and select Check for Updates.
Go to the menu and select Check for Updates.
To update the firmware
The device contains firmware that controls how it
functions. It is important to make sure that your device has
the latest version of the firmware installed.
1. Connect the device to your software. It is
recommended to use a USB connection since
this will result in a faster update.
2. The software will prompt you if a firmware update
is available. Follow the instructions on the screen
if prompted. If you do not receive a prompt, the
firmware is up to date.
Connecting to Software
The device can be connected to software using USB or
Bluetooth.
To connect using USB
1. Connect the device to your computer or mobile
device using the USB cable.
2. Open your PASCO software. The device
automatically connects with the software.
To connect using Bluetooth
1. Press and hold the power button until the battery
status LED turns on.
2. Open Capstone and click Hardware Setup.
3. Select the wireless device that matches your
device ID.
1. Press and hold the power button until the battery
status LED turns on.
2. Open SPARKvue and select Sensor Data.
3. Under Connected Devices, select the wireless
device that matches your device ID.
Outputs
The Wireless AC/DC Module output voltage is controlled
from the signal generator panel in PASCO Capstone and
SPARKvue. The signal generator panel provides controls
for the waveform, frequency, and amplitude of the output
voltage. It is also possible to control the output amplitude
and frequency by writing a program with Blockly in
PASCO Capstone and SPARKvue. The output voltage
data can be viewed in a display such as a scope or graph.
To access the signal generator panel
Under the Tools palette, click Signal Generator .
1. Build a new page.
2. Select a layout that contains a template that
covers at least 1/3 of the workbook page.
3. Select the signal generator icon .
To access the Blockly code blocks
1. Under the Tools palette, click Code .
2. In the Code palette, click Hardware.
1. In the control panel, click Code.
2. In the Code screen, click Hardware.

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Experimental Setup
The Wireless AC/DC Module is designed to be used with
all PASCO Modular Circuits kits. Experiments can be
performed with the module by connecting it with other
Modular Circuits modules.
To connect to a module
Connecting the Wireless AC/DC Module to another other
modules requires a physical and electrical connection
(Figure 1):
1. Physically connect the module by slipping the peg
and notch on one edge of the module onto the
notch and peg of another module.
2. Electrically connect the module by inserting a
jumper clip into the clip holders.
Be sure to note the polarity markings on the module when
making connections.
Figure 1. Wireless AC/DC Module connected to a wire module
with a jumper clip inserted.
Specifications
Output ±3V @ 300 mA
Output Resolution 1 mV
Output Types DC, Sine, Triangle, Square
Output Frequency 0.01 Hz – 10 kHz
Output Frequency
Resolution
10 mHz
Max Sample Rate 100 kHz
Battery Rechargeable Lithium-
Polymer 1000 mA
Protection Overcurrent,
Overtemperature, Back EMF
Connectivity USB, Bluetooth Low Energy
Max wireless range 30 m (unobstructed)
Technical Support
For assistance with PASCO products, contact PASCO
Technical Support at:
Address: PASCO scientific
10101 Foothills Blvd.
Roseville, CA 95747-7100
Phone:
916-462-8384
Web:
www.pasco.com
Email:
[e-mail]
FCC Statement
This digital device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Product End of Life Disposal Instructions
This electronic product is subject to disposal and recycling
regulations that vary by country and region. It is your
responsibility to recycle your electronic equipment per your local
environmental laws and regulations to ensure that it will be
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment. To find out where you can drop off your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local waste
recycle/disposal service, or the place where you purchased the
product.
The European Union WEEE (Waste Electronic and
Electrical Equipment) symbol (to the right) and on the
product or its packaging indicates that this product
must not be disposed of in a standard waste
container.
Warranty, Copyright, and Trademarks
Limited Warranty For a description of the product warranty, see
the PASCO catalog.
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