CryptoClock's User Manual

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Introduction

This guide will help you understand how to set up and use your CryptoClock.

Welcome to the CryptoClock User Guide. This guide is designed to help you understand and fully utilize your CryptoClock, whether you are a new user or have previous experience. CryptoClock is not just a simple time-telling device; it is also a tool that connects you to the world of cryptocurrencies and conveniently displays the values of the cryptocurrencies you are interested in, through API connections with various exchanges. This guide will provide basic information about settings, basic operations, and advanced features that CryptoClock offers, along with troubleshooting methods for issues you may encounter. We hope this guide helps you enjoy and get the most out of your CryptoClock.

Hardware Technical

Parameters:

  • Use low-power dual-core 32-bit CPU, which can be used as an application processor.
  • The main frequency is up to 240MHz, and the computing power is up to 600 DMIPS.
  • Built-in 520 KB SRAM.
  • Support UART/SPI/I2C/PWM/ADC/DAC and other interfaces.
  • Support OV2640 and OV7670 cameras, built-in flash.
  • Support picture WiFI upload.
  • Support TF card.
  • Support multiple sleep modes.
  • Embedded Lwip and FreeRTOS.
  • Support STA/AP/STA+AP working mode.
  • Support Smart Config/AirKiss one-click network configuration.
  • Support secondary development.

Specifications:

  • Working voltage 4.75-5.25V.
  • SPI Flash default 32Mbit.
  • RAM internal 520KB.
  • Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/e/i.
  • Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.2BR/EDR and BLE standard.
  • Support interface (2Mbps) UART, SPI, I2C, PWM.
  • Support TF card, maximum support 4G.
  • IO port 9.
  • Serial port rate default 115200bps.
  • Spectrum range 2400 ~2483.5MHz.
  • Antenna form Onboard PCB antenna, gain 2dBi.
  • Image output format: JPEG (only OV2640 support), BMP, GRAYSCALE.
  • Packaging method DIP-16.
  • Transmit power 802.11b: 17±2dBm (@11Mbps), 802.11g: 14±2dBm (@54Mbps), 802.11n: 13±2dBm (@MCS7).
  • Receiving sensitivity varies by mode and rate.
  • Power consumption details.
  • Security WPA/WPA2/WPA2-Enterprise/WPS.
  • Working temperature -20 ℃~ 70 ℃.
  • Storage environment -40 ℃~ 125 ℃, <90%RH.

Getting Started

  • 1. Learn how to connect your CryptoClock to Wi-Fi. When powered on, the CryptoClock will search for Wi-Fi networks.
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    • 1.1 If Wi-Fi connection is successful, an IP will be displayed, and you will be directed to the home or last visited page. alternative text
    • 1.2 If it's your first time turning it on and the CryptoClock cannot find Wi-Fi, it will automatically start setting up Wi-Fi. alternative text
      • 1.2.1 Connect using a smartphone or computer to the Wi-Fi named "CryptoClock"; you may need to wait 1-2 minutes for it to find the Wi-Fi. alternative text
      • 1.2.2 After connecting, scan the QR Code with your smartphone or enter the Browser Url: 192.168.4.1 on your computer. alternative text
      • 1.2.3 Enter the SSID and password in the provided fields, note that only 2.4GHz Wi-Fi is supported (not 5GHz). alternative text
      • 1.2.4 Press the Update button and wait for a moment. CryptoClock will save the settings and restart. alternative text
      • 1.2.5 Once restarted, the Wi-Fi connection should be established. (If not, it means the SSID or password was entered incorrectly; repeat step 1.2.1.)

Basic Operation

2. Overview of the various displays on your CryptoClock

  • 2.1 Personal information, time, and date display alternative text
    • 2.1.1 Profile picture, users can set their own profile picture. alternative text
    • 2.1.2 Personal information including real name, surname, nickname, position, and company, which users can set themselves. alternative text
    • 2.1.3 Clock displays time and date automatically, no setup required, and users can change the display color. alternative text
    • 2.1.4 Touching any area of the screen other than the profile picture area switches to the cryptocurrency coin display. alternative text
  • 2.2 Cryptocurrency coin and desired information display alternative text
    • 2.2.1 Coins of interest, pressing this allows switching to another coin; typically, two coins can be toggled between in the standard version. alternative text
    • 2.2.2 Comparison currency, in the standard version purchased in Thailand, two currencies, THB and USDT, are available, pressing this toggles between them. alternative text
    • 2.2.3 Real-time coin price along with date and time, with the option to adjust update frequency in settings. alternative text
    • 2.2.4 Lowest and highest price in the last 24 hours. alternative text
    • 2.2.5 Coin logo of interest, pressing it allows setting the coins of interest through scanning a QR Code. alternative text
    • 2.2.6 The Set button, pressing it goes to the internal settings page. alternative text
    • 2.2.7 Touching any other area outside of the coin, currency, logo, and Set button switches to the personal information and clock display. alternative text
  • 2.3 Internal settings display alternative text
    • 2.3.1 Details such as Device ID, Firmware version, and the CryptoClock's IP address. alternative text
    • 2.3.2 Various settings such as screen brightness, data update interval, screen timeout, and up/down settings buttons. alternative text
    • 2.3.3 The back button to return to the cryptocurrency coin display page. alternative text
    • 2.3.4 Developer credit, myself (Natthaphong Suwanjit), thank you for supporting the product. You can support the developer with this QR Code. alternative text

Advanced Settings and Customization

3. Learn how to update data frequency, adjust screen brightness, and set screen timeout.

  • 3.1 Adjusting settings for screen brightness, price update interval, and screen timeout. alternative text
    • 3.1.1 Adjusting screen brightness settings. Pressing the up/down buttons increases/decreases brightness by 30% (100->70->40->10). alternative text
    • 3.1.2 Adjusting the price update interval settings. It can be set as (10, 30, 60, 120, 300). alternative text
    • 3.1.3 Adjusting the screen timeout settings. It can be set as (0, 30, 60, 120, 300). Setting it to 0 means no timeout; the screen will stay on continuously. Touching the screen once restores the brightness to the previously set level. alternative text
  • 3.2 Adjusting personal user information and display settings. This can be done by pressing on the profile picture, which displays a QR Code and then using a phone within the same network to scan it. alternative text alternative text
    • 3.2.1 Uploading a profile picture. Only images with .jpg extension and not exceeding 100x100 in size can be uploaded, and a link is provided to convert the image. alternative text
    • 3.2.2 Adjusting other personal user information such as real name, surname, nickname, position, and company or affiliation (English only). alternative text
    • 3.2.3 Adjusting Motto or slogan settings. It must not exceed 15 characters and is used to express our identity (English only). alternative text
    • 3.2.4 Adjusting the background and font colors. alternative text
    • 3.2.5 Profile upload button. Once pressed, it updates the settings to our CryptoClock and it will automatically restart. alternative text
    • 3.2.6 Purchase channels for CryptoClock, can be accessed by scanning a QRCode or through a link. alternative text
  • 3.3 Adjusting cryptocurrency coin settings. alternative text
    • 3.3.1 Step 1, click on the cryptocurrency coin logo at the top center. alternative text
    • 3.3.2 CryptoClock will display a QRCode, bring a mobile phone to scan it or enter the browser and type the ip address. alternative text
    • 3.3.3 Enter the web page displaying coins, select a coin from the list, and press the Submit button. Subsequently, CryptoClock will restart itself and switch to the new coin. alternative text

API Integration

4. Details on how to connect to various exchange APIs to retrieve real-time cryptocurrency data.

  • 4.1 Coin prices are primarily based on Binance and BitKUB Exchange.
  • 4.2 For coins available on both platforms and paired with USDT, prices from Binance are displayed first.
  • 4.3 For coins available on both platforms and paired with THB, prices from BitKUB are displayed first.
  • 4.4 For coins not available on Binance and paired with USDT, they are divided by the USDT/THB rate from Binance.
  • 4.5 For coins not available on BitKUB and paired with THB, they are multiplied by the USDT/THB rate from Binance.

Troubleshooting and Support

5. Tips for troubleshooting common issues and how to seek further help.

  • 5.1 If the screen freezes or does not display, press the reset button on the back of the screen (rim button). alternative text
  • 5.2 If the coin logo does not match the selected one, press the coin logo to change it again.
  • 5.3 If unable to display values from Cryptocurrency coins, check the internet signal, and also try turning the device off and on again.
  • 5.3 CryptoClock uses a 5V/2A power supply; ensure the power source is correct before use.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

6. Answers to frequently asked questions about using your CryptoClock.

  • 6.1. How do I connect my CryptoClock to Wi-Fi?

    When powered on, if the CryptoClock has never been connected before, it will act as a Server for us to configure by connecting to SSID CryptoClock and scanning the QR Code.

  • 6.2. How do I set the time and date on my CryptoClock?

    For those purchased in Thailand, it is not necessary to set the time and date as it will automatically update to universal time.

  • 6.3. How do I add or remove cryptocurrencies I want to follow?

    You can click on the coin icon at the top center to enter the coin setting mode and scan the QR Code to select coins, with a typical capability to choose 2 coins in the standard version.

  • 6.4. What should I do if my CryptoClock does not display values or displays incorrect values?

    Make sure your CryptoClock is connected to the internet. If there are still issues, try pressing the reset button on the back (rim button) to restart the device.

  • 6.5. How do I update the firmware of my CryptoClock?

    Currently, updates are not available, but you can set your profile by long-pressing the profile picture and scanning the QR Code.