Product Description
Achieve greater performance and reliability of your system with VCore in control. VCore is a sleek yet powerful controller. This compact device can be programmed quickly to command any kiosk, exhibit area, or subsystem.
Systems of all sizes need a robust controller to maximize efficiency. VCore can control up to ten devices and provides the same rock solid performance synonymous with the Alcorn McBride brand. VCore’s form factor is unlike anything on the market. Weighing only three pounds, the sleek looking VCore is compact yet contains many of the high level features of the larger V Series controllers: Ethernet, real-time clock scheduler, incoming message processing, online programming interface, touch panel integration, and much more.
Program VCore with Timeline in minutes. Timeline offers a flexible way to program events and supports hundreds of time-based and event-based sequences and hundreds of timelines. This product also works seamlessly with Touch software to create customizable user interfaces. Touch software runs on ShowTouch hardware, available in 7”, 10”, and 17” models, or any iOS device.
Put VCore in command of your system for solid, reliable, superior control that will outlast the life of its application.
Product Information
Model
VCORE – V-Core Controller (1 Serial, 4 Inputs, 4 Outputs, 1 Ethernet Port)
Control
Front
Power LED
Script Status LED (SD read, external device status)
IP/Configuration LED (DHCP, valid IP; other config)
Power-over-Ethernet (POE) LED
(2) Ethernet Status LED’s (Link, Activity)
(4) Input Status LEDs
(4) Output Status LEDs
Rear
Mounting for standard 35mm Din Rail
Side Panel(s)
USB 2.0 Type B (Programming Port)
RJ-45 (Ethernet)
4 Position DIP Switch: DHCP, CC/Voltage, Settings Reset, Backlight on/off
Removable SD Card for Script Storage (currently 4GB)
(1) Serial Port 3 pin phoenix style
Serial Port
(1) RS-232C; 300 baud – 115.2 Kbaud, 7, 8, or 9 Data Bits, 1 or 2 Stop Bits, All parity types
Network
(1)10/100 Base-T Ethernet
Supports hundreds of networked device protocols
UDP
Ethernet IP Client, native CIP
TCP Client, TCP Server, ModBus TCP
HTTP; Custom web pages, FTP server
DHCP, NTP, SMTP Client
Compatible with ShowTouch 7″, 10″, 17″, and ShowTouch for iOS
Digital Inputs
Input voltage range 5-24 VDC, 5 mA maximum
Hardware protected against misconfiguration
Trigger latency < 1 frame
Relay Outputs
Contact closures limited internally to 900 mA
Self-restoring polymer fuses
Physical
Size
8″ W x 4.75″ H x 2″ D (20.32 cm W x 12.07 cm H x 5.08 cm D), 2RU
Weight
3 lbs. (1.4 Kg)
Operating Temperature
0°C (32°F) to 38°C (100°F) 0-90% Relative Humidity
Operating Environment
0-90% relative humidity, non-condensing
AC Adapter Included
100 to 250 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz, 20W maximum
(CE, UL, CSA, CCC, WEEE, RoHS Compliant)
Power Options
Power-over-Ethernet (POE) capable; or AC Adapter
Docs
Description
Download
Drawings
Description
Download
Software
Description
Download
WinScript Live!
Our powerful scripting language for designing, testing and downloading your VCore.
AMI Terminal
Send serial or ethernet commands to Alcorn McBride products. Good for controlling hardware and troubleshooting.
These tools help you access the advanced features of your product. Visit our Software page for more selections.
Firmware
Product
Version
Download
Alcorn McBride provides the latest firmware for your product at no charge. To learn how to check your firmware version and upgrade it, visit our Firmware page.
Part Number
Description
CETHN
Spare Peer-to-Peer Ethernet Null Cable
DIN19
19″ DIN Rail for mounting VCore to a standard equipment rack or surface
USBSER
USB to RS232 Serial Adapter for Computer
PS12VP
Spare Universal Power Supply 12V /w Phoenix-style Connector
PSPOE
Power over Ethernet Power Supply
