Comgate
Comgate is an advanced IoT solution offering 3-in-1 functionality as a vending machine controller, telemetry unit, and LTE modem, all integrated into a single device.
Comgate serves as the ultimate connectivity and integration device for various unattended retail applications, including vending machines, car washes, amusement kiosks, EV charging stations, parking systems, and petrol stations.
Features
With a built-in powerful microcontroller, Comgate serves as an interface bridge for unattended businesses, supporting MDB Master & Slave, EXEC, CCI/CSI, BDV, and other proprietary interfaces commonly used in unattended environments.
The telemetry unit can gather data from unattended retail solutions using standard DEX/DDCMP protocols or any other interfaces available from vending machines, office coffee systems, car washes, parking booths, or petrol stations.
The powerful LTE router with Cat4 modem includes fallback options to a 2G GPRS network and is equipped with a GPS system. It can share its internet connection via LAN or WiFi, allowing other devices to connect easily.
Additionally, it features multiple serial and USB ports, along with Bluetooth and GPIO interfaces, enabling countless integrations with various types of equipment, mobile apps, and third-party units.
Connectivity
LTE Cat4 modem
with fallback option to 2G/GPRS
GPS receiver
with active antenna for geo-positioning and support of various navigation systems
LAN / WAN Ethernet interface
for sharing internet connection with external devices or uplink connection
Wi-Fi capability
for uplink or downlink (access point / network sharing)
Bluetooth
for connecting external PDA devices or mobile phone with for proprietary apps for inventory or payment wallets
Interfaces
MDB Master and Slave interfaces capable of driving other MDB payment units or acting as MDB cashless device to vending machines
MULTIPORT interface
with support of RS-232, external IN & OUT GPIO to connect a variety of external devices or sensors, or used for communication protocols (such as DEX/DDCMP, CCI/CSI, BDV)
USB Host interfaces
to connect external units such as RFID readers, QR-code scanners, receipt printers, etc
PULSE IN & OUT interfaces
to support a variety of pulse payment devices (such as coin acceptors) and telemetry for pulse-based vending machines
AC/DC power relay
for power supply management of vending and OCS machines, or other self-service devices where "hard reboot/cold start" is necessary to repair the machine remotely without the need for an onsite visit by a technician