Hardware Connection and Power-on

2025-05-21

Precautions:

  • Before powering on, ensure QuecPi Alpha is not placed on a cluttered surface. A protective film should be placed underneath to prevent it from contacting with metallic foreign objects, which could short-circuit any two contact points beneath the board. In the case of long use, you should regularly check whether there is any foreign body on QuecPi Alpha to prevent short circuits. Additionally, protect the board from moisture, water, and dust.

Required Accessories for QuecPi Alpha Power-on

It is recommended to use a 27 W power adapter that supports the PD protocol.

  1. Charging Cable
    The charging cable for QuecPi Alpha is optional. However, you are recommended to purchase one. A standard Type-C cable (commonly used for Android phones) can be used, but it must support 5 A current output.
  2. Charger Plug
    QuecPi Alpha requires a 5V/5A PD-compliant charger plug. Insufficient current may cause operational issues, , so you are recommended to use a certified charger.
  3. Power on
    Plug the charger plug into a powered electrical outlet. Connect the Type-C end of the cable to the port labeled "POWER IN". After powering on, the POWER indicator will turn red (as shown by the red arrow in the figure below). Verify if the device is receiving power correctly.