RBVND-Lite Overview

Overview

This document contains basic RB-VND modem MQTT protocol description and gives information about initial configuration and using it on ThingsBoard platform. 

RB-VND terminal is a special modem adopted to work with vending machines. Based on reliable Quectel BG95 Multi-mode (LTE Cat M1/NB1/EGPRS) module. It is an irreplaceable platform for telemetric applications in vending sector. It is dedicated for all  machine manufacturer and developers that need remote access and centralized information about vending machines.

Equipped with standard communication interfaces like Executive and MDB it is compatible with most of machines available on market. Additionally, serial interface allows downloading audit EVA-DTS from vending machine controllers (VMC) or coin collectors. Audits have lot of information about state of the machine, status of sold products, amount of money and errors that occurred during usage.

Terminal can be also equipped with external digital inputs/outputs, analog inputs, temperature sensors etc. that allow collecting additional data about machine, controlling power supply or connecting other devices/accessories in reaction for errors/problems reported with one of interfaces. Thanks to built-in motion sensor* ( *on demand ) you are able to react in case machine is knocked in order to prevent any damage.