AMW036 / AMW136
Data Sheet
AMWx36 Datasheet
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About this User Guide
This document provides information on the
AMWx36 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi networking module from
Zentri.
Modules covered by this datasheet include:
AMWx36 Rev 2
Further information about ZentriOS is available from:
http://docs.zentri.com
Organization
This document is organized into the following sections:
1
General Description .............................................. 1
2
Block Diagram ....................................................... 2
3
Electrical Specifications ......................................... 3
Trademarks
4
WLAN RF Specifications......................................... 5
Zentri and the Zentri logo are trademarks of Zentri.
Other trademarks in this document belong to their
respective owners.
5
Pinout and Signal Descriptions.............................. 7
6
Design Guidelines .................................................. 9
7
Regulatory Certification ......................................13
8
Packaging, Handling and Storage, RoHS .............19
9
Ordering Information ..........................................21
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Revision History & Glossary .........................21
11
References ...................................................21
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AMWx36 Datasheet
Features
Self-contained ultra-low power Wi-Fi module with
microcontroller and secure TCP network stack.
Integrated SPI-serial flash for software upgrades
and user accessible read/write file system
Wi-Fi
Broadcom single band 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n 1x1
Wi-Fi transceiver
Includes support for all Wi-Fi security modes
including Open, WEP, WPA, and WPA2-PSK
Microprocessor
ARM Cortex® M4 based microprocessor
AMW036: operates up to 84MHz core frequency
AMW136: operates up to 100MHz core frequency
RAM
AMW036: 96 KB
AMW136: 128 KB
Interfaces*
UART: 2 x 4-wire up to 10.5Mbit/s
SPI : SPI-Master (42Mbit/s), SPI-Slave (21Mbit/s)
GPIO: Up to 21 GPIOs (overlaid with peripherals)
A/D converter: 9 channel input, 12-bit resolution,
2.4MSPS sampling in single-shot or scan mode
PWM: Up to 14 PWM outputs
Wake-up: Wake pin for ultra-low power operation
Built in PCB trace antenna
*
Some interfaces share module pins
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Operational & Radio
Single operating voltage : 3.3V (typical)
All I/O pins are +5V tolerant
Operational Temperature Range: -30°C to +85°C
Size : 20.3 x 15.2 x 2.7mm (0.80” x 0.60” x 0.11”)
Weight : 0.07 oz (2g)
Current consumption @ 3.3V, 25°C
- VBAT : 0.97µA (with 32k RTC)
- Standby : 2.8µA (3.8uA with 32k RTC)
- Stop : 10µA with RAM retention (113µs wake)
- Wi-Fi Powersave : 0.77mA (DTIM = 3)
- Active receive : 5.7mA @ 1Mbit/s UDP
Active transmit : 11.4mA @ 1Mbit/s UDP
Maximum RF transmit power
- 802.11b/g : +18 dBm
- 802.11n : +14 dBm
Minimum Receive sensitivity
- 802.11b/g : -94 dBm
- 802.11n : -86 dBm
Sustained TCP throughput : 10 Mbit/s
Applications
Industrial, M2M and Home Automation
- Environmental monitoring
- Energy monitoring
- Wireless sensing, remote data logging
- HVAC, power, light, & thermostat control
- Appliance control
Security
- Cameras, Doors/Window monitoring
- Alarms, Smoke Detectors
- Door and entry control
Health & Fitness
- Fitness Equipment
- Home health monitoring e.g. weight scales
Consumer
- Audio, Toys, Robots
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7.2.2
Contents
7.3
Further Information .....................16
Europe ..................................................16
1
General Description .............................................. 1
2
Block Diagram ....................................................... 2
7.3.1
Labeling and User Information
Requirements..............................................16
3
Electrical Specifications......................................... 3
7.3.2
4
5
6
3.1
Absolute Maximum Ratings ................... 3
3.2
Recommended Operating Conditions ... 3
3.2.1
DC Operating Conditions ................ 3
3.2.2
Environmental Conditions.............. 4
3.3
Power Consumption .............................. 4
3.4
32kHz Crystal ......................................... 4
7.4
Australia ...............................................17
7.4.1
7.5
8
Further Information .....................17
New Zealand ........................................17
7.5.1
7.6
Further Information .....................16
Further Information .....................17
Japan ....................................................17
Packaging, Handling and Storage, RoHS .............19
WLAN RF Specifications ........................................ 5
8.1
Packaging .............................................19
4.1
Summary WLAN Specifications .............. 5
8.2
Handling & Storage ..............................19
4.2
WLAN Receiver Specifications ............... 5
8.3
RoHS Directive .....................................19
4.3
WLAN Transmitter Specifications .......... 6
8.4
Tape and Reel Specifications ...............20
Pinout and Signal Descriptions ............................. 7
9
5.1
Pinout..................................................... 7
10
5.2
Pin Description ....................................... 7
Design Guidelines.................................................. 9
6.1
Recommended PCB Footprint ............... 9
6.2
Routing Recommendations ................. 10
6.3
Soldering Information .......................... 10
6.4
Module Photograph ............................. 12
6.5
Application Examples ........................... 12
Ordering Information ..........................................21
Revision History & Glossary .........................21
10.1
11
Revision History ...................................21
References ...................................................21
6.5.1
Operation using ZentriOS Serial
Interface...................................................... 12
7
Regulatory Certification ...................................... 13
7.1
United States ....................................... 13
7.1.1
Labeling and User Information
Requirements ............................................. 13
7.2
7.1.2
RF Exposure .................................. 14
7.1.3
Further Information ..................... 14
Canada ................................................. 14
7.2.1
Labeling and User Information
Requirements ............................................. 15
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General Description
1 General Description
The AMW036 and AMW136 modules from Zentri
combine a microcontroller with a BCM43362 Wi-Fi
device to provide an advanced stand-alone Wi-Fi and
networking solution.
The term AMWx36 refers to both modules.
An integrated module avoids difficult RF layout and
enables designers to rapidly embed Wi-Fi and secure
networking functionality into virtually any device.
The ZentriOS serial-to-Wi-Fi application may be used to
fast-track module integration into end-products.
With dimensions of just 20.3mm x 22.9mm and a wide
temperature range, the module is suitable for
integration into most embedded applications.
The Wi-Fi device from Broadcom includes an integrated
RF transmit power amplifier and provides superior WiFi performance and full compatibility with all 2.4GHz
802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi networks. Connections for two
external antennas provide applications with maximum
radio range and mechanical design flexibility.
The module is powered by a 3.3V power supply, a
separate WLAN power supply pin is provided to
minimize noise coupling into the WLAN subsystem.
Various powersave modes offer ultra-low power
operation. Wake from low power sleep mode is
possible using IO pins or the internal real-time clock,
and wake from ultra-low power standby mode is
achieved using the dedicated wake pin.
The module incorporates a 32.768kHz crystal to
maintain an accurate real time clock. A 32kHz clock
output is available on a dedicated module pin in both
active power save modes. The 32kHz clock output may
be used to drive the clock input of other system devices.
This avoids the need for an additional crystal thereby
minimizing total system cost.
The module has FCC & IC modular approval for use in
the United States and Canada, CE approval for use in
Europe, TELEC/MIC approval for use in Japan and
related approvals for use in other countries.
The microprocessor is based on a high-performance
ARM® 32-bit Cortex™-M4.
The AMW036/AMW136 microcontroller core operates
at a frequency up to 84/100MHz providing up to 125
DMIPS or 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1).
The AMW036 has 96KB of RAM.
The AMW136 has 128KB of RAM.
The AMWx36 module offers extensive I/O and
peripheral interfaces listed below, and provides
additional interface combinations by leveraging
multiplexing and alternate function capabilities.
2 x 4-Wire UART interfaces
2 x SPI interfaces (1 master, 1 slave)
21 x GPIOs
9 x 12-bit A/D converters
14 x PWM outputs
1 x ultra-low power wake input
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Block Diagram
2 Block Diagram
Figure 1 is a block diagram of the AMWx36 module. The
main components of the module are a microprocessor
and BCM43362 Wi-Fi System-on-Chip (SoC). The
processor and peripherals are driven by a 26MHz
crystal. The integrated real-time clock (RTC) is driven by
a 32.768kHz crystal. An on-board 1MByte serial flash
chip may be used to store user data and configuration,
additional applications, and firmware images as part of
the Zentri secure over the air (OTA) update process.
The WLAN subsystem is controlled by ZentriOS enabling
the module to achieve minimum power consumption
when the Wi-Fi networking interface is not required.
The module includes an antenna diversity switch. The
switch enables static or dynamic control of the external
antenna(s).
Figure 1. AMW036 / AMW136 Architecture
32kHz
26MHz
VBAT
3v3 MCU
1 MByte
Serial Flash
3v3 Wi-Fi
32kHz Out
ADC
PWM
UART
SPI
GPIO
Reset
ARM
Cortex® M4
BCM43362
Wi-Fi
AMW036 / AMW136
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Electrical Specifications
3 Electrical Specifications
3.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
CAUTION! The absolute maximum ratings in Table 1 and Table 2 indicate levels where permanent damage to the device
can occur, even if these limits are exceeded for only a brief duration. Functional operation is not guaranteed under
these conditions. Operation at absolute maximum conditions for extended periods can adversely affect long-term
reliability of the device.
The values in Table 1 reflect absolute maximum ratings from the respective microprocessor and BCM43362 datasheets.
Table 1. Absolute Maximum Voltage Ratings
Symbol
Ratings
Min
Max
External power supply voltage to MCU VBAT pin
-0.3
4.0
VDD_3V3
External power supply voltage to MCU subsystem
-0.3
4.0
VDD_WIFI
External power supply voltage to WLAN subsystem
-0.5
6.0
GND - 0.3
VDD_3V3 + 4.0
VBAT
Vin
Input voltage on any other MCU pin
Unit
V
Table 2. Absolute Maximum Environmental Ratings
Characteristic
Storage Temperature
Relative Humidity
Note
Min
Max
Unit
–
-40
+125
°C
–
65
%
Non-condensing (storage)
3.2 Recommended Operating Conditions
Functional operation is not guaranteed outside the limits shown in Table 3 and Table 4, and operation outside these
limits for extended periods can adversely affect long-term reliability of the device.
3.2.1
DC Operating Conditions
Table 3. Recommended DC Operating Conditions
Symbol
VBAT
VDD_3V31
1,2
VDD_WIFI
Ratings
Min
Typ
Max
External power supply voltage to MCU VBAT pin
3.0
3.3
3.6
External power supply voltage to MCU subsystem
3.0
3.3
3.6
External power supply voltage to WLAN subsystem
3.0
3.3
3.6
Unit
V
Notes:
1. VDD_3V3 and VDD_WIFI must be at the same voltage when using the Wi-Fi subsystem
2. The performance of the Wi-Fi subsystem is degraded significantly at low voltages
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3.2.2 Environmental Conditions
Table 4. Recommended Environmental Conditions
Characteristic
Ambient Temperature
Relative Humidity
Note
Min
Max
Unit
Limited by WLAN chip specification
-30
+85
°C
–
85
%
Non-condensing (operating)
3.3 Power Consumption
Table 5. Power consumption (VDD_3V3, VDD_WIFI, VBAT @ 3.3V)
Operational State
VBAT7
Standby
7
Stop3, 7
Wi-Fi Powersave
2,3
Active Receive2,3,4
Active Transmit
2,3,5
Wi-Fi Tx Test Mode6
Notes:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Note
Typ1
Max1
Max1
TA =
25°C
TA =
85°C
Unit
MCU VBAT Mode, RTC on, Wi-Fi powered off
0.97
–
3.0
µA
MCU Standby Mode, RTC on, Wi-Fi powered off
3.8
5.0
17.0
µA
MCU Stop Mode, Wi-Fi powered off
10
28
230
µA
MCU Stop mode, Wi-Fi in powersave
0.77
–
–
mA
MCU Stop mode, Wi-Fi active receive
5.7
–
–
mA
MCU Stop mode, Wi-Fi active transmit
11.4
–
–
mA
MCU Stop mode, Wi-Fi active transmit
–
320
–
mA
Total combined current consumed by all power supplies: VBAT, VDD_3V3, VDD_WIFI.
802.11 beacon Interval = 102.4ms, DTIM=3, Beacon Duration = 1ms @ 1Mbps.
MCU Stop Mode with 113µs wakeup latency (flash in deep power down mode), VDD_WIFI = 0V
Average current receiving 1Mbit/s UDP at 802.11n MCS7
Average current transmitting 1Mbit/s UDP at 802.11n MCS7
Wi-Fi Transmitting at +18dBm CCK 11Mbit/s with maximum duty cycle
Hardware capability; minimum power consumption is dependent on ZentriOS version and external components
connected to AMWx36 pins
3.4 32kHz Crystal
Table 6. 32kHz Crystal Specifications1
Operational State
Min
Typical
Max
Unit
Frequency
–
32768
–
Hz
Frequency Tolerance
–
20
–
ppm
-3
–
+3
ppm
Frequency Ageing
Note
Measured @25°C ±3°C
Notes:
1. Reproduced from manufacturer’s datasheet.
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WLAN RF Specifications
4 WLAN RF Specifications
The AMWx36 WLAN radio specifications are derived from the Broadcom BCM43362 WLAN radio specifications.
Unless otherwise stated, the specifications in this section apply when the operating conditions are within the limits
specified in Section 3.2, Recommended Operating Conditions. Functional operation outside these limits is not
guaranteed.
All specifications are measured by connecting directly to either of the antenna ports via a short PCB trace with the
other antenna port terminated in 50 ohms.
4.1 Summary WLAN Specifications
Table 7. Summary WLAN Specifications
Feature Supported
Description
WLAN Standard
IEEE 802.11b/g/n 1x1 SISO
Frequency Band
2.400 GHz – 2.484 GHz
WLAN Channels
Channels 1 – 13
Data Rates
802.11b (1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps)
802.11g (6, 9, 12, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps)
802.11n (HT20 MCS0-MCS7)
Maximum Receive level
@ 2.4GHz
-2.5 dBm @ 1, 2 Mbps (8% PER, 1024 octets)
-8.5 dBm @ 5.5, 11 Mbps (8% PER, 1024 Octets)
-12 dBm @ 6-54 Mbps (10% PER, 1000 Octets)
Maximum RF Tx Output Power
+18 dBm @ 802.11b (EVM < -9 dB)
+14 dBm @ 802.11n MCS7 (EVM < -28 dB)
Carrier Frequency Accuracy
±20 ppm (26MHz crystal with ±10 ppm @ 25C)
4.2 WLAN Receiver Specifications
Table 8. WLAN Receiver Performance Specifications
Parameter
Frequency Range
Operating Temperature1
2
Condition/Notes
Min
Typical
Max
Unit
–
2400
–
2500
MHz
–
-30
–
+85
°C
Receive Sensitivity
(8% PER for 1024 octet PSDU)
at either antenna port3
1 Mbps DSSS
–
-94
-91
11 Mbps CCK
–
-87
-83
Receive Sensitivity2
(10% PER for 1000 octet
PSDU) at either antenna port3
6 Mbps OFDM
–
-86
-81
54 Mbps OFDM
–
-73
-69
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WLAN RF Specifications
Parameter
Condition/Notes
Min
Typical
Max
Receive Sensitivity2
(10% PER for 4096 octet
PSDU) at either antenna port3.
Defined for default
parameters: GF, 800ns GI, and
non-STBC
65 Mbps MCS0, HT20
–
-86
-81
65 Mbps MCS7, HT20
–
-70
-65
Max. Receive Level @ 2.4GHz
@ 1, 2 Mbps (8% PER, 1024 octets)
-2
–
–
@ 5.5, 11 Mbps (8% PER, 1024 Octets)
-8
–
–
@ 6-54 Mbps (10% PER, 1000 Octets)
-11.5
–
–
Unit
dBm
dBm
Notes:
1. Operation below -20°C and above +65°C with parameter derating per Note 2
2. Derate receive sensitivity by 1.5dB for operation between temperatures of -30°C to -20°C and 65°C to 85°C
3. All measurements performed with the other antenna port terminated in 50 ohms
4.3 WLAN Transmitter Specifications
Table 9. WLAN Transmitter Performance Specifications
Parameter
Condition/Notes
Min
Typical
Max
Unit
Frequency Range
–
2400
–
2500
MHz
Operating Temperature1
–
-30
–
+85
°C
2
Transmit power measured at
either antenna port3 for
highest power level setting at
25°C, VDD-3V3_RF_IN=3.3V
with spectral mask and EVM
compliance
EVM does NOT exceed :
1 Mbps DSSS
-11 dB
+14
+16
+18
11 Mbps CCK
-11 dB
+14
+16
+18
6 Mbps OFDM
-22 dB
+12
+14
+16
54 Mbps OFDM
-25 dB
+12
+14
+16
MCS0, HT20
-22 dB
+10
+12
+14
MCS7, HT20
-28 dB
+10
+12
+14
dBm
Notes:
1. Operation below -20°C and above +65°C with parameter derating per Note 2
2. Derate transmit power by 1.5dB for operation between temperatures of -30°C to -20°C and 65°C to 85°C
3. All measurements performed with the other antenna port terminated in 50 ohms
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Pinout and Signal Descriptions
5 Pinout and Signal Descriptions
5.1 Pinout
A top view of the AMWx36 pinout is depicted in Figure 2.
All dimensions are in thousands of an inch. A
recommended footprint is provided in Section 6.1.
Figure 2. AMWx36 Pinout (TOP View – Pins NOT visible from top!)
5.2 Pin Description
Table 10. AMWx36 ZentriOS Pin Definitions
Pin
Name
Type1
1-2
GND
3
VBAT
4
GPIO_0
5
GPIO_1
Primary Function
Alternate & Other Function(s)
S
Ground
-
S
VBAT MCU supply
-
I/O
Factory Reset2
SPI1_MISO (S), GPIO
I/O
GPIO
-
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Pinout and Signal Descriptions
Pin
Name
Type1
6
GPIO_2
7
Primary Function
Alternate & Other Function(s)
I/O
GPIO
SPI1_SCK (S)
GPIO_3
I/O
GPIO
SPI1_CS (S)
8
GPIO_4
I/O
GPIO
-
9
OSC_32K_OUT
OSC_32K_OUT
-
10
VDD_3V3
11-12
GND
O
I/O
S
3.3V MCU supply
Ground
-
13
GPIO_5
I/O
GPIO
SPI1_MOSI (slave), PWM5
14
GPIO_6
I/O
SPI0_MISO (M) 5
ADC6 (when SPI not in use).
Not available for digital I/O.
15
GPIO_7
I/O
SPI0_SCK (M) 5
ADC5 (when SPI not in use).
Not available for digital I/O.
16
GPIO_8
I/O
SPI0_MOSI (M) 5
ADC7 (when SPI not in use).
Not available for digital I/O.
17
GPIO_9
I/O
GPIO
UART0_RTS
18
GPIO_10
I/O
GPIO
UART0_CTS, PWM0
19
GPIO_11
I/O
UART0_RX
GPIO, PWM0
20
GPIO_12
I/O
UART0_TX
GPIO, PWM0
21
GPIO_13
I/O
GPIO
PWM1
22
GPIO_14
I/O
GPIO
PWM3
23
GPIO_15
I/O
GPIO
PWM3
24
GPIO_16
I/O
GPIO
PWM6
25
GPIO_17
I/O
GPIO
UART1_RX, ADC3, PWM4
GND
I/O
Ground
-
28
GPIO_18
I/O
GPIO
-
29
GPIO_19
I/O
GPIO
UART1_TX, ADC2, PWM4
30
GPIO_20
I/O
GPIO
ADC9, PWM2
31
GPIO_21
I/O
GPIO
ADC8, PWM2
32
GPIO_22
I/O
GPIO
UART1_CTS, WAKE, ADC0, PWM1
33
GPIO_23
I/O
GPIO
UART1_RTS, ADC1, PWM4
34
RESET_N
I
System Reset4
35
VDD_WIFI
S
3.3V WLAN supply
-
GND
S
Ground
-
26-27
36-52
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Design Guidelines
Notes:
1.
2.
3.
4.
I = Input, O = Output, S = Supply
Factory reset is sampled at power-on-reset and available for other purposes thereafter.
Wi-Fi Antenna pins are AC-coupled and have a nominal 50 ohms output impedance.
The module Reset pin is connected to the internal MCU via a 1k resistor.
We recommend driving the pin. If the pin is not driven, connect a 0.1uF capacitor to ground close to the pin to
bypass noise which may cause unintended reset.
5. Connected to SPI serial flash inside the module.
6 Design Guidelines
6.1 Recommended PCB Footprint
All dimensions in Figure 3 are in thousands of an inch unless otherwise marked.
Figure 3. AMWx36 Recommended Footprint (Top)
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Design Guidelines
6.2 Routing Recommendations
When designing a carrier board, the addition of ground fill directly underneath the AMWx36 module, rather than signal
or power traces, is recommended. All ground pads must be connected to a solid ground plane. Failure to comply with
these recommendations may result in degraded performance of WLAN functionality.
6.3 Soldering Information
Figure 4 - Recommended solder reflow profile
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Design Guidelines
Figure 5 - Example solder reflow profile (AMWx36-E03 evaluation board)
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6.4 Module Photograph
Figure 6. AMW036 Image (Top)
6.5 Application Examples
6.5.1 Operation using ZentriOS Serial Interface
To use Zentri’s easy-to-use ZentriOS serial-to-Wi-Fi
application, the module only requires an external
connection to power and a UART serial interface. A host
processor connects to UART0 (pins 17-20) as shown in
Figure 7.
Figure 7. Using the AMW036 Module with ZentriOS and a UART serial interface
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Regulatory Certification
7 Regulatory Certification
transmitter modules may also contain digital logic
functions) as appropriate.
The AMWx36 module has been certified for operation in
various regulatory domains. This section outlines
certification information specific to the following
countries and regions:
7.1.1 Labeling and User Information
Requirements
United States
Canada
Europe
Australia
New Zealand
Japan
Should you require regulatory certification for the
AMWx36 module in a country or region not listed, please
contact your local Zentri sales office or create a support
request
via
our
website
at
https://support.zentri.com.
7.1 United States
The Zentri AMWx36 module has received Federal
Communications
Commission
(FCC)
CFR47
Telecommunications, Part 15 Sub-part C “Intentional
Radiators” modular approval in accordance with Part
15.212 Modular Transmitter approval. Modular approval
allows the end user to integrate the AMWx36 module
into a finished product without obtaining subsequent
and separate FCC approvals for intentional radiation,
provided no changes or modifications are made to the
module circuitry. Changes or modifications could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The end
user must comply with all of the instructions provided by
the Grantee which indicate installation and/or operating
conditions necessary for compliance.
The AMWx36 module has been labelled with a unique
FCC ID number, and if the FCC ID is not visible when the
module is installed inside another device, then the
outside of the finished product into which the module is
installed must also display a label referring to the
enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording as
follows:
Contains FCC ID: 2ABPY-B5BD9
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
The user manual for the product should include the
following statement:
The finished product is required to comply with all
applicable FCC equipment authorization, regulations,
requirements, and equipment functions not associated
with the transmitter module portion. For example,
compliance must be demonstrated to regulations for
other transmitter components within the host product;
to requirements for unintentional radiators (Part 15 Subpart B “Unintentional Radiators”), such as digital devices,
computer peripherals, radio receivers, etc.; and to
additional authorization requirements for nontransmitter functions on the transmitter module (i.e.
Verification, or Declaration of Conformity) (e.g.,
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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. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Additional information on labeling and user information
requirements for Part 15 devices can be found in KDB
Publication 784748 available at the FCC Office of
Engineering and Technology (OET) Laboratory Division
Knowledge Database (KDB) at the following website:
https://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/kdb/index.cfm
7.1.2 RF Exposure
All transmitters regulated by FCC must comply with RF
exposure requirements. OET Bulletin 65, Evaluating
Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to
Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, provides
assistance in determining whether proposed or existing
transmitting facilities, operations or devices comply with
limits for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) fields
adopted by the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC). The bulletin offers guidelines and suggestions for
evaluating compliance.
the use of warning labels and by providing users with
information concerning minimum separation distances
from transmitting structures and proper installation of
antennas.
The following statement must be included as a CAUTION
statement in manuals and OEM products to alert users
of FCC RF exposure compliance:
To satisfy FCC RF Exposure requirements for mobile
and base station transmission devices, a separation
distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained
between the antenna of this device and persons
during operation. To ensure compliance, operation
at closer than this distance is not recommended.
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not
be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter
If the AMWx36 module is used in a portable application
(i.e., the antenna is less than 20 cm from persons during
operation), the integrator is responsible for performing
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) testing in accordance
with FCC rules 2.1091.
7.1.3 Further Information
Additional information regarding FCC certification and
use of the AMWx36 module in the United States is
available from the following sources.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
http://www.fcc.gov.au
FCC Office of Engineering and Technology (OET)
Laboratory Division Knowledge Database (KDB)
http://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/kdb/index.cfm
7.2 Canada
The AMWx36 module has been certified for use in
Canada under Industry Canada (IC) Radio Standards
Specification (RSS) RSS-210 and RSSGen. Modular
approval permits the installation of a module in a host
device without the need to recertify the device.
If appropriate, compliance with exposure guidelines for
mobile and unlicensed devices can be accomplished by
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7.2.1 Labeling and User Information
Requirements
Labeling Requirements for the Host Device (from Section
3.2.1, RSS-Gen, Issue 3, December 2010): The host
device shall be properly labeled to identify the module
within the host device.
The Industry Canada certification label of a module shall
be clearly visible at all times when installed in the host
device, otherwise the host device must be labeled to
display the Industry Canada certification number of the
module, preceded by the words “Contains transmitter
module”, or the word “Contains”, or similar wording
expressing the same meaning, as follows:
Contains transmitter module IC: 11685A-61F8D
User Manual Notice for License-Exempt Radio Apparatus
(from Section 7.1.3 RSS-Gen, Issue 3, December 2010):
User manuals for license-exempt radio apparatus shall
contain the following or equivalent notice in a
conspicuous location in the user manual or alternatively
on the device or both:
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio
transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a
type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the
transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential
radio interference to other users, the antenna type
and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent
isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than
that necessary for successful communication.
Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner avec
une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou
inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie
Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de
sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée
équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité
nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication
satisfaisante.
The above notice may be affixed to the device instead of
displayed in the user manual.
This device complies with Industry Canada licenseexempt 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.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie
Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de
licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux
onditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas
produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil
doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi,
meme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
Transmitter Antenna Notification (from Section 7.1.2
RSS-Gen, Issue 3, December 2010): User manuals for
transmitters shall display the following notice in a
conspicuous location:
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User manuals for transmitters equipped with detachable antennas shall also contain the following notice in a
conspicuous location:
This radio transmitter (identify the device by
certification number, or model number if Category II)
has been approved by Industry Canada to operate
with the antenna types listed below with the
maximum permissible gain and required antenna
impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna
types not included in this list, having a gain greater
than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are
strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Le présent émetteur radio (identifier le dispositif par
son numéro de certification ou son numéro de
modèle s'il fait partie du matériel de catégorie I) a été
approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner
avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et
ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance
requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types
d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain
est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont
strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de
l'émetteur.
Immediately following the above notice, the
manufacturer shall provide a list of all antenna types
approved for use with the transmitter, indicating the
maximum permissible antenna gain (in dBi) and required
impedance for each.
7.2.2 Further Information
Additional information may be obtained from the
Industry Canada website at http://www.ic.gc.ca
7.3 Europe
The AMWx36 module is an R&TTE Directive assessed
radio module that is CE marked and has been
manufactured and tested with the intention of being
integrated into a final product.
The AMWx36 module has been tested to R&TTE
Directives as summarized in Table 11. European
Compliance Testing. Opinion has also been issued. All
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The R&TTE Compliance Association provides guidance
on modular devices in the document titled Technical
Guidance Note 01 available on the website at
http://www.rtteca.com/html/download_area.htm.
NOTE: To maintain conformance to the testing listed
in Table 11. European Compliance Testing, the
module shall be installed in accordance with the
installation instructions in this data sheet and shall
not be modified.
When integrating a radio module into a completed
product the integrator becomes the manufacturer of
the final product and is therefore responsible for
demonstrating compliance of the final product with
the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive.
7.3.1 Labeling and User Information
Requirements
The label on the final product which contains the
AMWx36 module must follow CE marking requirements.
The R&TTE Compliance Association Technical Guidance
Note 01 provides guidance on final product CE marking
7.3.2 Further Information
A document that can be used as a starting point in
understanding the use of Short Range Devices (SRD) in
Europe is the European Radio Communications
Committee (ERC) Recommendation 70-03 E, which can
be downloaded from the European Radio
Communications Office (ERO) at: http://www.ero.dk.
Further information may be obtained from the following
websites:
Radio and Telecommunications Terminal
Equipment (R&TTE)
http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/index_en.htm
European Conference of Postal and
Telecommunications Administrations (CEPT)
http://www.cept.org
European Telecommunications Standards Institute
(ETSI)
http://www.etsi.org
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European Radio Communications Office (ERO)
http://www.ero.dk
The Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment
Compliance
Association
(R&TTE
CA)
http://www.rtteca.com/
Table 11. European Compliance Testing
Certification
Standard
Report Number
Date
Laboratory
Safety
EN
60950-1:2006,
A11:2009,
A1:2010, A12:2011, A2:2013
W6M2141014584-L
Jan 15, 2015
Worldwide Testing
Services (Taiwan) Co.,
Ltd.
EMF
EN 62311:2008
EA560122
Jul 1, 2015
EMC
EN 301 489-1 v1.9.2 (2011-09), Class
B
EN 301 489-17 v2.2.1 (2012-09)
EN 55022:2010/AC:2011, Class B
EN 55024:2010
EH560122
Jul 1, 2015
Sporton International, Inc.
(Taiwan)
Radio
EN 300 328 v1.9.1 (2015-02)
ER560122
Jul 1, 2015
TCF-1334TC15
Jul 5, 2015
Notified Body
Opinion
1177
7.4 Australia
Australian radio regulations do not provide a modular
approval policy similar to the United States (FCC) and
Canada (IC). However, AMWx36 module test reports
may be used in part to demonstrate compliance in
accordance with ACMA Radio communications “Short
Range Devices” Standard 2004 which references
Australia/New Zealand industry standard AS/NZS4268:2012. AMWx36 RF transmitter test reports may
be used as part of the product certification and
compliance folder. For further information regarding
the availability of RF test reports, please contact Zentri
via our website at https://support.zentri.com.
7.4.1 Further Information
Additional information may be obtained from the
Australian Communications and Media Authority
website at http://www.acma.gov.au.
7.5 New Zealand
New Zealand radio regulations do not provide a
modular approval policy similar to the United States
(FCC) and Canada (IC). However, AMWx36 module test
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reports may be used in part to demonstrate compliance
with the New Zealand “General User Radio License for
Short Range Devices”. New Zealand Radio
communications (Radio Standards) Notice 2010
references Australia/New Zealand industry standard
AS/NZS-4268:2012. AMWx36 RF transmitter test
reports may be used as part of the product certification
and compliance folder. For further information
regarding the availability of RF test reports, please
contact
Zentri
via
our
website
at
https://support.zentri.com.
7.5.1 Further Information
Additional information may be obtained from the New
Zealand Radio Spectrum Ministry of Economic
Development website at http://www.rsm.govt.nz.
7.6 Japan
The AMWx36 has been tested to comply with the radio
regulations set forth by the Japanese Ministry of
Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) as
documented in
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Table 12. The module is certified for operation with the
antenna supplied.
Table 12. Japan Compliance Testing
Certification
Standard
Report Number
Date
Laboratory
Verification of
Compliance
VCCI V-3/2014.04 Class B ITE
JV560122
Jul 1, 2015
Sporton International, Inc.
(Taiwan)
Radio
Notice No. 88 Appendix No. 43
JRF560122
Jul 1, 2015
152150256/AA/00
Jul 6, 2015
Equipment
Marking
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Packaging, Handling and Storage, RoHS
8.1 Packaging
Each AMWx36/S module is individually packaged in an ESD bag. The bag is NOT compliant with MSL3, and accordingly
AMWx36/S modules should NOT be passed through a reflow oven. AMWx36/S modules should be hand-soldered
ONLY!
If reflow is required, AMWx36/S must be baked first according to Joint Industry Standard J-STD-033C.
AMWx36/R modules are shipped in a reel enclosed inside a moisture resistant sealed bag. The shelf life of the sealed
reel is 12 months at 40°C and
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