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Protocol Interfaces
USB Insight Hub connects to a host computer by a USB Type-C connector and exposes three USB 3.0 downstream ports, each one with a 1.3-inch screen to display relevant information related to the connected device like: operating system enumeration name (COMx, TTYx, or drive letter), voltage and current drawn. In addition, it is possible to control the individual activation/deactivation of the D+/D- USB 2 data lines to force enumeration and the power control of each downstream device.
A small application running on the host computer extracts the USB information from the operating system and sends it by USB to the USB Insight Hub.
USB Insight Hub is primarily a tool intended to facilitate the interfacing with USB devices in development environments: it helps to identify the COM or port letter assigned to a plugged USB device, provides immediate feedback of the current and voltage, allows to power cycle the connected USB devices without physically unplugging the cable, and controls the activation of the USB 2 data lines.
Nevertheless, these features can also be useful in production environments where many devices are connected and need enumeration identification with current consumption verification.
Ultimately, the open-source nature of the hardware and software allows the USB Insight Hub to serve as a development platform to tailor its operation to specific user needs. Even if the intention is not to modify the software, having the schematics can help fellow hardware thinkers to work with a white box instead of a black box as with other USB Hubs.
A dedicated latching switch turns on/off the USB Insight Hub, and sequencing is required.
A dedicated power and energy monitor (PAC1943) provides current and voltage monitoring for each downstream port, with resolutions of 1 mA (current) and 1 mV (voltage).
USB Insight Hub is open hardware. We will release schematics and firmware before the crowdfunding campaign starts.
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"This unique tool... functions as a traditional three-port USB 3.0 hub. However, the USB Insight Hub goes a step further by conveniently monitoring power consumption and saving time by displaying helpful enumeration data..."
"The USB Insight Hub’s open-source nature allows for future enhancements, with hardware schematics and firmware to be released before the crowdfunding campaign."
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