The new LAVA eSTS-E, eSTS-PE, eSTS-2UE, eSTS-P2UE, and eSTS-3U products are being introduced in 2017 to provide the extended features of the LAVA RBM Technology in the same form factor as the classic STS** products. The first few devices were added to the company website in April 2017, and additional products will follow in the
Challenges in attempting to commercialize a consumer product A few years ago LAVA was approached by a customer to develop a solution for utilizing an Android tablet as a low-cost controller along with several USB peripherals. Since then a number of LAVA products have been developed which rely on a feature found in certain Samsung
Why does LAVA only support Samsung Tablets? A few years ago LAVA was approached by a customer to develop a solution for utilizing an Android tablet as a low-cost controller, in conjunction with several USB peripherals. The project required that the tablet operates in USB Host mode with 24/7 functionality. This early product was the
Overview A few years back LAVA looked into the possibility of using an Android tablet as a low-cost control panel for a Thermostat control system with a series of network sensors. These discussions began after we were approached by a customer to develop a solution for a tablet-based loyalty system and as fate would have
A typical USB power supply is rated at 5 volts nominal and a capacity of 1 to 2 amperes. The supply voltage will not be exactly 5 volts, but will vary depending on load (hence the amount of current being drawn). The voltage must never exceed 5.25 volts. A typical USB Power supply is rated
Most mobile devices (including tablets) currently use built-in Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries. These batteries have a high energy density, minimal memory effect, and low self-discharge. When using replaceable Lithium-ion batteries, only use a battery charger designed for this type of battery. Charging a Lithium-ion battery with the wrong charger can damage the battery, result in a
This article discusses issues for all STS-** products, the TL002, and the STS OEM board.