Anaren Integrated Radio A2500R24x User’s Manual Release Date: 09/05/12
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USER’S MANUAL Models A2500R24A and A2500R24C Contents 1. Overview .......................................................................................................................................................... 5 1.1. A2500R24A .................................................................................................................................................5 1.2. A2500R24C ...............................................................................................................
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A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 5 of 35 1. Overview The A2500R24C and A2500R24A are surface mount modules with an integrated crystal, internal voltage regulator, matching circuitry and filtering. The A2500R24A has an integral antenna, whereas the A2500R24C utilizes an external antenna through a U.FL connector (see Table 1). The modules operate in the global non-licensed 2.
Page 6 of 35 1.3. A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Features Features: Benefits Summary: Frequency range: 2400 – 2483.5 MHz Ultra small package size 9mm x 12mm x 2.5mm Impedance controlled multi-layer PCB Shielded Package 1.8 to 3.6 V operation SPI Interface RoHS Compliant Approximate weight 0.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 7 of 35 registers. To receive data, a receive command is given, which enables the unit to “listen” for a transmission and when one occurs put the received frame in the FIFO. When neither transmit nor receive is required, the device can enter either an Idle mode, from which it can quickly reenter receive/transmit mode, or a low power sleep mode, from which a crystal startup is also required prior to a receive/transmit operation.
Page 8 of 35 A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Figure 1 The functionality of the A2500R24A, using an integral antenna Figure 2 The functionality of the A2500R24C, using an external antenna. Table 1 Approved Antennas Item 1 2 3 4 Part Number Integral part of A2500R24A 66089-2406 66089-2430 66129-2480 Manufacturer Anaren Anaren Anaren Anaren Type Integral Antenna Monopole whip, 6mm lead Monopole whip, 30mm lead Patch.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 9 of 35 Figure 3 Transceiver IC block diagram. 1.4.1. Typical Flow Figure 4 shows the normal operation flow diagram after initial setup of the registers for desired operation. In applications of infrequent data transmissions the transceiver would be in “sleep” mode to save power. From there, it would awaken and then enter “idle” mode.
Page 10 of 35 A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Medium access Figure 4 Transceiver state diagram
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 1.5. Page 11 of 35 Applications Ultra low-power wireless applications operating in the 2400-2483.5 MHz ISM/SRD bands.
Page 12 of 35 A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Table 2 Configuration Parameters Register Name IOCFG2 IOCFG1 IOCFG0 FIFOTHR SYNC1 SYNC0 PKTLEN PKTCTRL1 PKTCTRL0 ADDR CHANNR FSCTRL1 FSCTRL0 FREQ2 FREQ1 FREQ0 MDMCFG4 MDMCFG3 MDMCFG2 MDMCFG1 MDMCFG0 DEVIATN MCSM2 MCSM1 MCSM0 FOCCFG BSCFG AGCCTRL2 AGCCTRL1 AGCCTRL0 WOREVT1 WOREVT0 WORCTRL FREND1 FREND0 FSCAL3 FSCAL2 FSCAL1 FSCAL0 RCCTRL1 RCCTRL0 FSTEST PTEST AGCTEST TEST2 TEST1 TEST0 PARTNUM VERSION FREQOFF_EST LQI RSSI MARC_STATE WORTIME1 WORT
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 13 of 35 2. Approvals and Usage The A2500R24C and A2500R24A have been designed to meet most national regulations for world-wide ISM-band use. In particular, the radio modules have been certified to the following standards. 2.1. Product Approvals 2.1.1.
Page 14 of 35 2.1.1.2. A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 End User Manual The end user manual should include the following statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 15 of 35 2.1.2. Canada (Industry Canada, IC) The A2500R24A and A2500R24C modules have been certified for use in Canada under Industry Canada (IC) Radio Standards Specifications (RSS) RSS-210 and RSS-Gen. From section 3.
Page 16 of 35 2.1.2.1. A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 IC Labeling Requirements From section 3.2.1 RSS-Gen, Issue 3, December 2010, Labeling Requirements for the Host Device: The host device shall be properly labeled to identify the modules within the host device.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 17 of 35 Label: Contains IC: 8975A-A10030501 Notice: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Avis: Cet appareil est conforme avec Industrie Canada RSS standard exempts de licence (s).
Page 18 of 35 A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 2.1.3. Europe (Conformité Européenne, ) The A2500R24A and A2500R24C modules have been certified for use in European countries. The following tests have been performed and the module found to be compliant to the requirements: Test standard ETSI EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10) Maximum Isotropic Radiated Power (Normal and Extreme Conditions) Maximum e.i.r.p.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 19 of 35 Some of the most common interferences are listed below. 2.2.1. WLAN Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) are divided into a number of overlapping channels. Figure 5 below shows the channels used by WLAN; for the US and Canada, only channels 1-13 may be used. Predominantly, channels 1, 6 and 11 are used to achieve non-overlapping channels.
Page 20 of 35 o A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 These are typically operated on a fixed channel, determined at installation time and can be avoided by using clear channel assessment. It may be useful to change the channel used by the video surveillance equipment also, if possible. 2.2.5.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 21 of 35 Table 5 shows available power levels from the device along with the corresponding PA_Table register settings. Users are encouraged to use minimum power required to establish a link, thus minimizing interference and current consumption. Table 5 Output Power vs.
Page 22 of 35 A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 3. Electrical Characteristics 3.1. Absolute Maximum Ratings Under no circumstances shall the absolute maximum ratings given in Table 6 be violated. Stress exceeding one or more of the limiting values may cause permanent damage to the device. Caution! ESD sensitive device. Precaution should be used when handling the device in order to prevent permanent damage.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 3.2. Page 23 of 35 Operating Conditions Table 7 Operating Conditions Parameter Min Max Unit Supply Voltage (Vdd) 1.8 3.6 V Temperature Range -40 +85 ˚C 3.3. Condition/Note Pin Out The A2500R24C and A2500R24A radio modules share a common pin-out and foot print, that is also shared by Anaren modules using other frequencies -- thus enabling easy changeover from one to another, e.g.
Page 24 of 35 A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Table 8 Pin Descriptions Pin # 1 Pin Name DNC Pin Type NC 2 DNC NC 3 DNC NC 4 NC NC 5 NC NC 6 NC NC 7 Vdcoup1 Analog 8 9 10 GND SCLK MISO/GDO1 11 12 13 MOSI _CSN GDO0 14 15 GDO2 Vdcoup2 Ground Digital Input Digital Output Digital Input Digital Input Digital I/O (Analog output) Digital I/O Analog 16 NC NC 17 18 GND Vdd 19 NC Ground Power Supply NC 20 NC NC 21 NC NC 22 DNC NC 23 DNC NC 24 DNC NC
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 3.4. Recommended Layout Page 25 of 35 (dimensions in mm) Figure 7 Recommended PCB layout.
Page 26 of 35 A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Figure 8 Mounting the module in a corner 3.5. Figure 9 Mounting the module along an edge Power Supply Considerations Noise on the power supply line reduces the sensitivity of a receiver and modulates onto a transmitters signal, both of which causes a degradation of link quality and hence a reduction in range.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 27 of 35 4. Mechanical and Process 4.1. Radio Module Details (dimensions in mm) 4.1.1. A2500R24A Figure 10 A2500R24A dimensions 4.1.2.
Page 28 of 35 4.2. A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Packaging Details (dimensions in mm) AIR modules are available in Matrix Tray and Tape & Reel packaging for high-volume assembly. Details of packaging provided below: 4.2.1.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 4.2.2.
Page 30 of 35 4.3. A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Soldering AIR Modules may be mounted either manually (for prototyping or low volume production), or automatically for high-volume production. A no-clean tin/silver/copper (SAC) solder is recommended, however lead based no-clean pastes may also be used. CAUTION: AIR Modules are designed for no-clean fluxes only. DO NOT use waterbased fluxes that require aqueous cleaning after solder.
A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 31 of 35 4.3.2. Automated Mounting Procedure The AIR Radio Module recommended solder reflow profile is based on IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020.
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A2500R24x – User’s Manual Release Date 09/05/12 Page 33 of 35 DOCUMENT HISTORY Date 05/31/10 07/15/10 12/17/10 01/10/11 07/06/11 Author Richardson Richardson Richardson Richardson Richardson 07/03/12 Sula 09/05/12 Richardson Change Note No./Notes Initial Draft Initial Release Formatting applied – no content change Corrected typographic errors Corrected typographic errors / added process section Modified Section 2.3 Approved Usage, and did misc. corrections.
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Attach distributor contact information here If you have additional questions, need samples, or would like a quote – please email the AIR team at AIR@anaren.com . For a full list of our franchised distributors, please visit our website: http://www.anaren.com/air/ Anaren Microwave, Inc. 6635 Kirkville Road East Syracuse, NY 13057 Tel: +1 315 432 8909 +1 800 411 6596 Fax: +1 315 432 8970 Anaren Microwave (Europe), Inc.
