VINT Hub + TMP1100 (J/K/E/T type thermocouples) - Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup (Beta)
This manual covers hardware connection, software installation and settings of Cropster’s Roasting Intelligence for J/K/T/E type thermocouples connected via Phidgets VINT Hub and TMP 1100.
Table of Contents
This roast machine is currently in the Beta stage of development at Cropster.
To access this integration, please register for Beta testing by completing the provided form here.
Beta testing involves the evaluation of new features by a limited group of users to uncover potential minor issues that may not be apparent during internal testing.
Your feedback is crucial in helping us improve the functionality of our product. Please let us know in case you come across any unexpected behavior.
We will be happy to help you resolve any issues you may encounter or propose alternative connection options.
Legal Note
Please read this installation and configuration guide carefully, as any mishandling could lead to permanent device damage.
By connecting a Phidget device or temperature probe to any computer or by installing Cropster’s Roasting Intelligence (RI) software, the user agrees to release Cropster from any liability and assumes any possible risk related to the use of this measuring device and/or software. Cropster's terms of service apply.
Cropster cannot advise on the installation of the hardware, and to ensure safety when installing any hardware on your machine, Cropster recommends consulting with a technician who can help with the installation.
Specifications
Requirements
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Digital thermocouples type K, J, T, or E
Learn how to identify your thermocouple type. -
VINT Hub (HUB0001_0)
- HUB0001_0 replaced the HUB0000_0
- Isolated Thermocouple Phidget (TMP1100_0)
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Phidget cables (i.e. 3002_0, 3003_0, 3004_0 )
There are various types of Phidget cables available for the connection. Please consult the Phidgets website for the TMP1100 and click on Connection & Compatibility to learn more about whether the Phidgets cable you use is supported by the Phidgets device.
Setup options
Depending on your setup and the type of probes, there are three connection options:
Direct connection
A direct connection applies when adding new probes independently from the roaster's readout. The newly added probe can be connected directly to the Cropster Connector.
Proceed with the hardware installation.
Dual connection
A dual connection applies when the roaster is equipped with a dual probe. A dual probe is a probe with two sensors inside the hull and two pairs of wires that allow a simultaneous connection to Cropster and the roaster's readout.
Proceed with the hardware installation.
Splicing connection
If none of the above is applicable, the temperature signal can be spliced from the probe into Cropster with the help of an extension wire.
Cropster explicitly does not recommend hardware connection via splicing. Your Cropster support person will gladly recommend different connection options for your machine.
Turn off your roast machine during the splicing procedure.
- Follow the probe cable from the tip of the probe to its end, where the two wires lead into the roaster's control board or the backside of the temperature display.
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Take out the temperature probe wires from where they are connected. Remember their position.
Take a picture before you disconnect the wires so you can look up their position.
EURO standard K-type probes (in this example, wires go into a control board. Instead of a roast control board, you may have a temperature display on your machine. Temperature probe wires (and splicing wires) look different depending on the standard your machine uses. - Take the splicing wire as provided with your Cropster Connector.
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Twirl the ends of the probe wires firmly together with the splicing wires by color.
This example shows EURO standard K-type probes and wires. - Put the twirled wires back into the original position (the existing readout) of the temperature probe wires.
VINT Hub + TMP1100 installation
VINT Hub HUB0000 (now HUB0001_0) on the left, connected to a TMP1100 on the right, using a Phidgets cable to connect the two devices.

Disconnect the USB cable from the VINT Hub and turn off your roast machine during the hardware installation.
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Follow the probe cable from the tip of the probe to its end, where the wires appear.
- In the case of dual probes, take the free end that is not connected to the roaster.
- In case of splicing, take the free end of the splicing wire.
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Connect the probe to the free channel of the Isolated Thermocouple Phidget
(TMP1100) as shown in the table below. - Repeat the installation steps for each sensor, then use the Phidgets cable to connect the TMP1100 to the VINT Hub.
- Connect the VINT Hub to your computer with the provided USB cable and proceed with the software setup.
EURO-standard |
US-standard |
K-type
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K-type
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J-type
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J-type
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Roasting Intelligence (RI) Setup
Installing the Roasting Intelligence (RI) software
- Download RI.
- Complete the installation process by following the steps provided.
- Download the Phidget driver.
- Double-click the Cropster icon on your desktop to access RI.
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Click the green Login with the browser button.
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You will be directed to the C-sar browser.
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Enter your Username* and Password* and click the green Sign in with password button.
Use the same credentials that you use to access the online platform C-sar.
Establishing a connection to the machine
The images below are for reference and may vary slightly from your screen.
Before you begin configuring your roast machine, ensure that you have added it via the online platform C-sar.
- Select
Preferences > Machine > Configuration
- To choose the Roast machine, click on the dropdown menu in the Machine section.
- Click the + Add connector option to choose your connector from the dropdown list.
- Select Phidgets Isolated Thermocouple Sensor (TMP1100) from the dropdown.
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Click Select to add the connector.
- Navigate to the Machine > Measurements tab. All supported measurements will be displayed.
- To activate the measurements, simply click the green toggle button.
- Enable the desired measurements and choose Phidgets Isolated Thermocouple Sensor (TMP1100) as the connector type.
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(Optional) Change the order of the measurements by using the
Drag and Drop icon and move it into position.
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Select the Hub port.
The Hub port refers to the port on the VINT Hub. If the TMP1100 is connected to VINT Hub's port 0, select 0 under Hub port. - Select the Type of thermocouple.
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Wireless VINT Hub (i.e., HUB5000) ONLY:
- Navigate to the Machine > Configuration tab and click on the
Gear icon in the Connector setup section to open and configure more settings.
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Enter the Hostname/IP address and port.
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Hostname/IP address:
The hostname or IP address of your Wireless VINT Hub - Port: The port of the Phidget Server configured on your Wireless VINT Hub
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Hostname/IP address:
- Navigate to the Machine > Configuration tab and click on the
- Click OK.
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Click Save to finalize the changes.
After saving the changes, RI will automatically restart. If the setup was successful, you will see the temperature values displayed on the right-hand side of the RI screen following the restart.

Learn more about the Roasting Intelligence (RI) Preferences.
Troubleshooting
If RI indicates No source connected and/or you cannot see any measurements, please check the following:
- Is the TMP1100 connected to the VINT Hub?
- Is the VINT Hub connected to the computer?
- Is the Phidgets driver installed?
- Mac only: Has the Phidgets driver been enabled in the Mac's Security & Privacy settings?
If Roasting Intelligence shows negative temperature readings, you will have to swap the wires on the board from the "-" port to the “+” port and the other way around.
Congratulations! You have successfully set up the Cropster Roasting Intelligence.
Your opinion matters. If you have further questions, feedback, or concerns, please submit a support ticket directly from support.cropster.com.