5. Quick Installation Guide
The Core module incorporated in the Dev Kit is by default configured to connect with MatchX
LoraWAN cloud server if the network coverage is present. Nonetheless some settings can be changed
and some set up may be required in order to use the Dev Kit in a custom application. This installation
guide will introduce how to set up the LoRa parameters and establish LoraWAN network connection.
5.1
Software and Hardware requirements
To configure the board, users will need to have the following:
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Dev Kit with USB-C power cable or Li-ion battery
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MatchX server account
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LoraWAN coverage by e.g. MatchX Box gateway
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USB-to-UART converter
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PC computer with Windows or Linux OS
5.2
Connections
5.2.1
Power
The Dev Kit is equipped with battery connector. As long as the battery is charged there is no other
connection required for the Dev Kit to work. Charging: If the LED is signaling that the battery needs
to be charged or the state of charge readouts from the mobile app or through LoRa are indicating low
battery it can be charged two ways:
1. By connecting the Dev Kit to a USB charger. A standard USB charger with 5V output and
minimum 500mA of current can be used and standard, reversible USB-C cable. The integrated
charging controller will take care of proper charging of the battery. This process can take up
to 12h.
2. By using a dedicated lithium battery charger . Using this method may result in a faster charging
process due to higher charging current. Please refer to the battery datasheet for details about
the charging characteristics.
