STS-3U
Legacy SimulCharge Adapter with 3 USB-A Ports for Peripherals
Legacy Product - Discontinued
The STS-3U is a SimulCharge adapter for compatible Samsung mobile devices with three USB-A ports. LAVA SimulCharge technology allows the tablet to operate as a USB Host while continuously charging the battery.
Note: The STS-3U is a discontinued LAVA product. If you are looking for an adapter with similar functionality, please check out the nSTS-3U, which also includes Docking Detect technology.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The STS-3U can support of up to three USB peripherals, such as a printer, scanner and mouse.
The STS-3U can be switched into Charge-Only mode to rapidly replenish the battery in the same manner as USB Charger with a Direct Charge Port (DCP) as defined by the USB Battery Charging specification v1.2.
The STS-3U can be used on its own, or as part of a third-party enclosure solution, supporting a variety of kiosk-type applications.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
System Requirements
TABLET
Select Micro-USB Samsung Mobile Devices
POWER
USB Charger/Power Supply with a Micro USB-B connector, such as the power supply provided with the Galaxy tablet. Any regulated 5 volt power supply capable of at least 2 amperes can be used.
The power supply must not exceed 5.25 volts.
Specifications
CABLES
1 x Micro USB-B to Micro USB-B cable (3.3ft/1m)
Note: The custom 3.3ft/1m cable connects the device to the tablet. This cable may not be extended.
PORTS/CONNECTORS
3 x USB A port (for USB 2.0 accessories)
1 x Micro USB B port (Tablet connection)
1 x Micro USB B port (Power input)
1 x Push Button (Charge mode switch)
1 x Charge Only indicator LED
1 x SimulCharge indicator LED
1 x Tablet USB indicator LED
OEM CONNECTORS
1 x 2-pin header
(to optional Charge Mode switch)
1 x 2-pin header
(Type jumper)
1 x 3-pin header
(Charge Only indicator LED)
1 x 3-pin header
(SimulCharge indicator LED)
Note: The OEM Connectors are not available on the standard product.
DIMENSIONS
Depth: 3.3 inches (83 mm)
Width: 3.8 inches (97 mm)
Height: 1.7 inches (44 mm) – with standoffs
Weight: 7.0 oz (shipping)
Weight: 4.1 oz (device only)
Features
Designed for select Samsung Tablets
USB Host operation while charging
10/100 Ethernet
3 USB 2.0 ports
USB-A receptacles can connect to USB Hubs
Works with tablet’s original charger
Can operate with any 5 volt supply
Works with external USB battery packs
3.3 foot (1 meter) tablet connection cable
Convenient charge mode switch
Charge mode status indicator lights
USB activity light
Enhanced charging stability
No tablet rooting required
Applications
Customer Facing Devices (CFDs) with scanners, card readers, etc. Point of Sale systems with peripherals (scanners, readers, printers) Camera Keyboard/mouse Biometric readers Taxi-cab systems (card readers) Other USB host mode devices and many more
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