Can I use a Cypress VID/PID for a non-commercial USB project that might be published?

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kevin_psoc
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Hello,

I am using a PSoC 5LP Cy8CKIT-059 to implement a USB project that might be published in an Amateur Radio magazine.  It uses HID and UART interfaces via the USB port.  I will be submitting my design to a publication that would allow others to build the project, the entire design will be open source and will be for non-commercial purposes.  I am curious if I can use a Cypress VID/PID for the USB component for the published project or if I am required to obtain my own from USB.org.  I do not have the financial resources to purchase a VID from USB.org, so I am hoping Cypress will let developers use theirs for non-commercial purposes.  Please advise on the correct approach.

Thanks.

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PSBU_2325551
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Hi,

This AN "AN57294 - USB 101: An Introduction to Universal Serial Bus 2.0" in this topic "Acquiring a VID and PID" at page#40 available at this link:

https://www.cypress.com/file/134171/download

It is mentioned that if you have to sell or market a USB product you must have your own  Vendor ID, then only you can't use Cypress VID and have to get one from USB.org.

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PSBU_2325551
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Hi,

This AN "AN57294 - USB 101: An Introduction to Universal Serial Bus 2.0" in this topic "Acquiring a VID and PID" at page#40 available at this link:

https://www.cypress.com/file/134171/download

It is mentioned that if you have to sell or market a USB product you must have your own  Vendor ID, then only you can't use Cypress VID and have to get one from USB.org.

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