User's Guide

1. Introduction
1.1 Product overview
The LPWAN Core module by MatchX is a high performance, ready to use system on module
allowing you to kick-start your IoT project. It is an incredibly flexible solution that can be deployed
in a various number of applications which require long distance communication and long battery
life. The unique combination of both LoRa and Bluetooth Low Energy makes non-contact firmware
updates easy, especially when the device is mounted in a difficult or unaccessible place.
This guide covers both the US and EU version of the Core module. The main differences between
these two versions are listed in Table 1.1.
Parameter US EU
Operating Frequency Band 902-928MHz 863-870MHz
Maximum Output Power +17dBm +14dBm
Lora BW 500k/125kHz 125kHz
SF 7-10 7-12
Certification IEC 60950-1 EN 300200
FCC PART 15.247 EN 301489
Table 1.1: Comparison of different regions
1.1.1 Lora
The MatchX Module uses LoRa communication to send messages over long distances (up to 20km
in open spaces). This unique modulation scheme guarantees robust wireless communication even in
difficult from RF point of view environments such as high-rise city landscapes or within the inside
of buildings. The module can output up to 18dBm of power and is fully LoraWAN compatible. It’s
uniquely designed to work with the MatchX Box gateway and can also be used with a LoraWAN
compatible Gateway of your choice.