User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Foreword
- Important Safety Information
- Contents
- About this Document
- Related Publications
- Product Description
- Features
- Specifications
- Air Interface
- Product Functionality
- Contents
- Integration Goal and Objectives
- Customer Problem Isolation
- Wireline and Wireless Communications
- Design Tips for Serviceability
- Environmental Issues
- Regulatory Requirements
- Contents
- Power Supply
- Host Interface
- Power Management
- Antenna Systems
- Hardware Recommendations
- Battery Selection Criteria
- Contents
- Hardware Integration
- Application Software
- Final Assembly
- Installation
- Troubleshooting
- End User Problem Resolution
- Service Depot Repair
- Contents
- Accessories and Options
- Abbreviations and Acronyms
- Desense Overview
- Desense Measurement Techniques
- Preparing the Device Under Test
- Performance Goals
- Methods of Controlling Emissions
- Antenna
- Summary
- FLEX Application Protocol Licensing
- Licensing
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CreataLink2 XT Hardware Integrator’s Guide General
Specifications
External Antenna Kit
The external antenna kit includes a low profile antenna and coaxial cable with
connector (see Table 2-6).
See Section 6, "Parts Information" and the inside of the back cover for part numbers
and ordering information.
Interface Kit
The interface kit contains a PCB assembly and two cables. The interface PCB
assembly takes the signals on the 22-pin connector and brings them out for easy
access during hardware and software development. For a detailed description, see
the Software Integrator’s Guide listed in "Related Publication" section, for develop-
ment of an on-board/embedded application or Section 5 of this manual for develop-
ment of an off-board CLP application.
See Section 6, "Parts Information" and the inside of the back cover for part numbers
and ordering information.
Typical Configurations
End-User Configuration
The CreataLink2 XT data transceiver has an antenna connected to the SMA
connector on the board and a customer-developed cable to the 22-pin header on the
board for main supply power, alternate power for transmitter/backup battery
supply, I/O, A/D, and serial interface (see Figure 2-6, top).
Table 2-6. External Antenna Specifications
Property Description
Type Low profile with radome
Transmit frequency 896-902 MHz
Receive frequency 929-941 MHz
Impedance 50 ohms nominal
VSWR 1.5:1 maximum
Polarization Linear, vertical
Gain 0 dBi
Maximum power 5 watts continuous
Coaxial cable
6-foot long RG58/U with SMA male
connector