USB4VC
USB4VC Kit Assembly
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Thanks for getting USB4VC! Here is a quick guide on how to put everything together.
Recommended Tools
A small Phillips-head screwdriver (+shape) should be included in the package.
A pair of pliers would make tightening the fasteners easier, but not required.
Handling Bare Circuit Boards
To reduce the risk of damage from static discharge:
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Wash your hands first
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Always hold the circuit board by its edge
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Don’t touch the components
Assembly Steps
By now, you should have:
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USB4VC Baseboard
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USB4VC Protocol Card(s)
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Raspberry Pi 1/2/3/4 Model B
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Acrylic Plates
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Mini Screwdriver
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Fasteners
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Anti-slip feet
You should have the following fasteners, take note of what they look like :)
Start by peeling off the protective layer on acrylic plates:
Orient plate the plate as shown, insert four 8mm Screws into the marked holes:
Put something rigid (cardboard, etc) over the screws, and flip the whole thing over.
The screws should stay in place, insert four 2.5mm Spacers over the screws:
Put the Baseboard over the screws, and install four 11mm Standoffs, moderately tighten.
Plug your Raspberry Pi into the pin headers, push down gently until fully inserted, make sure everything is lined up.
Put four 2.5mm Spacers over the holes.
Position the top plate over the holes, make sure the plastic standoffs are not displaced.
Screw the four 8mm Screws into the metal standoffs underneath.
Insert two 4mm Screws from the underside.
Install two 4mm Standoffs from top. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN! Otherwise you might crack the acrylic. Finger-tight is OK.
Insert the Protocol Card into the connector, and secure it with two 4mm Screws.
Flip it over, clean the area if dirty, and stick on the anti-slip feet on the corners:
If your package came with labels, attach them like so:
And you’re done! Congratulations!
Head back to the Getting Started Guide to see how to use it.
Questions or Comments?
Feel free to ask in official Discord, raise a Github issue, DM on Twitter, or email dekunukem gmail.com!
Table of Contents
(Youtube Video) USB4VC in Action
Tinkering Guide / Make Your Own Protocol Card / Technical Notes