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DATA SHEET
RF Engine Model RF100
Part Numbers: RF100PC6 and RF100PD6
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Table of Contents
1.0 Model RF100 OEM Module Overview
1.1 Specifications
1.2 Module Pin Definitions
1.3 Electrical Characteristics
1.4 Mechanical Drawings
1.5 Board Mounting Configurations
2.0 Agency Certifications
2.1 United States (FCC)
2.1.1 OEM Labeling Requirements
2.1.2 FCC Notices
2.1.3 FCC Approved Antennas
2.2 Canada (IC)
2.2.1 OEM Labeling Requirements
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1.0 Model RF100 OEM Modules Overview
The Synapse RF Engine™ Model Number RF100 is the all-in-one solution to your
embedded wireless control and monitoring needs. Just apply power and you’re instantly
connected in a SNAP® mesh network. Typical applications include a wireless serial
port, sensor monitoring, actuator control, or an intelligent embedded controller. The
RF100 offers unmatched performance in a 2.4GHz, IEEE 802.15.4 module. Combined
with SNAP firmware, it is the off-the-shelf solution to bring your application to market
quickly.
SNAP’s on-board Python interpreter provides for rapid application development and
over-the-air programming. The RF100 is approved as an FCC Part 15 unlicensed
modular transmitter. The modules provide up to 16 channels of operation in the ISM
2.4GHz frequency band. The RF100PD6 module contains both a power amplifier for
transmission and a low noise amplifier in the receive path for extended range.
This Data Sheet details the RF100PC6 and RF100PD6, which includes:
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SNAP Network Operating System already loaded
Powerful, reliable wireless connection in 2.4GHz license-free band
Spread spectrum (DSSS) technology surmounts noisy environments
Optional, Transmit amplifier (18 dBm) for best-in-class range
Receive amplifier (10 dBm) standard
Multiple antenna choices:
o RF100PD6 – SMA connector (reverse-polarity) for
external antenna
o RF100PC6 – Embedded “F” antenna
Up to 3-mile range
Low power modes, down to 1.6 μA with internal timer running
Nineteen available general purpose I/Os including:
o Up to eight analog inputs with 10-bit ADC
o Two UART ports for control or transparent data
60k flash, with 20k free for over-the-air uploaded user applications
FCC Certified on all 16 channels
Available with AES-128 encryption for added
network security (RF150PC6 and RF150PD6)
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Figure 1.0 Block diagram showing the major subsystems comprising the RF100
1.1 Specifications
Table 1.0 RF100 Specifications
Performance
Power
Requirements
General
Networking
Available I/O
Agency
Approvals
RF100PD6
RF100PC6
Up to 3 miles at 250Kbps
18 dBm
250Kbps
-102 dBm (1% PER)
2.7 - 3.4 V
115mA
60mA
1.6uA
ISM 2.4 GHz
Direct Sequence (DSSS)
O-QPSK
1.333" x 1.333"
- 40 to 85 deg C.
Integrated FAntenna Options
External RPSMA
Antenna
Topology
SNAP
Error Handling
Retries and acknowledgement
Number of Channels
16
UARTS with HW Flow Control
2 Ports - 8 total I/O
GPIO 20 total; 8 can be analog-in with 10bit ADC
FCC Part 15.247
FCC ID: U9O-RFET
Industry Canada (IC)
IC: 7084A-RFET
CE available as a custom part. Call 1-877-982-7888.
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Outdoor LOS Range
Transmit Power Output
RF Data Rate
Receiver Sensitivity
Supply Voltage
Transmit Current (Typ@3.3V)
Idle/Receive Current (Typ@3.3V)
Power-down Current (Typ@3.3V)
Frequency
Spreading Method
Modulation
Dimensions
Operating Temperature
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1.2 Module Pin Definitions
Table 1.2 RF100 Module Pin Assignments
Pin
Name
Description
1
GND
2
GPIO0_TPM1CH2
3
GPIO1_KBI0
GPI/O, Keyboard Interrupt
4
GPIO2_KBI1
GPI/O, Keyboard Interrupt
5
GPIO3_RX_UART0
GPI/O, or UART0 Data In
6
GPIO4_TX_UART0
GPI/O, or UART0 Data Out
7
GPIO5_KBI4_CTS0
GPI/O, Keyboard Interrupt, or UART0 CTS output
8
GPIO6_KBI5_RTS0
GPI/O, Keyboard Interrupt, or UART0 RTS input
9
GPIO7_RX_UART1
GPI/O, or UART1 Data In
10
GPIO8_TX_UART1
GPI/O, or UART1 Data Out
11
GPIO9_KBI6_CTS1
GPI/O, Keyboard Interrupt, or UART1 CTS output
12
GPIO10_KBI7_RTS1
13
GPIO11_AD7
GPI/O or Analog In
14
GPIO12_AD6
GPI/O, Analog In, CBUS CDATA, or SPI MOSI
15
GPIO13_AD5
GPI/O, Analog In, CBUS CLK, or SPI CLK
16
GPIO14_AD4
GPI/O, Analog In, CBUS RDATA, or SPI MISO
17
GPIO15_AD3
GPI/O, or Analog In
18
GPIO16_AD2
GPI/O, or Analog In
19
GPIO17_AD1
GPI/O, Analog In, or I2C SDA
20
GPIO18_AD0
GPI/O, Analog In, or I2C SCL
21
VCC
22
PTG0/BKDG
23
RESET*
24
GND
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Power Supply
GPI/O, or Timer1 Channel 2 (ex. PWM out)
GPI/O, Keyboard Interrupt, or UART1 RTS input
Power Supply
Background Debug Communications
Module Reset, Active Low
Power Supply
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1.3 Electrical Characteristics
Table 1.3 RF100 DC Characteristics
Symbol
VCC
TOP
VIH
VIL
2
Parameter
Condition
Supply Voltage
Operating Temp
Input Hi Voltage
Input Low Voltage
VOL
Output Low Voltage
VOH
Output High Voltage
ILIN
TX-ICC
RX-ICC
SHDN-ICC
In Leakage Current
Transmit Current
Receive Current
Sleep Current
Typ
Min
All Digital Inputs
All Digital Inputs
All drive strengths
(2,4,6,8 mA)
All drive strengths
(2,4,6,8 mA)
VIN=VCC or VSS, all Pins
VCC = 3.3V
1
2.7
-40
0.70xVcc
Max
3.3
3.6
85
Units
0.35xVcc
V
°C
V
V
0.5
V
VCC - 0.5
V
0.025
115
60
1.6
VCC = 3.3V
1.0
125
68
uA
mA
mA
uA
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All typical specifications are measured at 25°C.
Absolute maximum stress rated voltage for VCC is -0.3 to 3.6. It is recommended that a bulk decoupling capacitor (47 uF
tantalum rated at 6.3volts) be located close to the VCC pin 21 of the RF100 connector on host board.
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Table 1.4 ADC Electrical Characteristics (Operating)
Symbol
Parameter
Condition
VREFH
Voltage Reference, High
Fixed
VINDC
Analog input voltage
Single Ended
Min
Typical
Max
Unit
Vcc
Vcc+0.3
V
Vcc+0.3
V
-0.03
Table 1.5 ADC Timing/Performance Characteristics
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Symbol
Parameter
RAS
RES
DNL
INL
EZS
EG
Source impedance at input
Conversion Resolution
Differential non-linearity
Integral non-linearity
Zero-scale error
Gain error
Condition
Min
Typical
5
2.031
± 0.5
0.8
1.5
1
Max
Unit
10k
3.516
kΩ
mV
LSB
LSB
LSB
LSB
Any analog source with a source impedance greater the 3kΩ will increase the sampling time.
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1.4 Mechanical Drawings
These drawings in Figure 1.1 show both the version of the module with integrated Fantenna and the version of the module with the SMA connector for use with an external
antenna.
Figure 1.1 Mechanical drawings of the RF100 Modules
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1.5 Board Mounting Considerations
The RF100 modules are designed to mount into a receptacle (socket) on the host
board. Picture 1.1 shows an RF100PD6 module plugged in to a host board. The
receptacle sockets are on standard 2mm centers. Suggested receptacles to be used on
the host are:
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2)
Thru-hole receptacle
Surface mount receptacle
Samtec
Samtec
MMS-112-01-T-SV
MMS-112-02-T-SV
It is recommended that the mounting holes provided in the module on either side of the
SMA connector be used with supporting mounting hardware to hard mount the module
to either the host board or to the enclosure to handle the mechanical stresses that can
occur when an external antenna is screwed into the SMA. Picture 1.1 shows the
RF100PD6 with SMA connector mounted to the host board.
For the module with integrated F-antenna, in order to maximize RF range in the
direction behind the module, it is recommended that no components and no metal
(either traces or VCC and GND planes) be on any layers of the host board that lies
underneath the module in the area designated by the “Keep Out Area” shown in the
mechanical drawings of Figure 1.1.
Host Board
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Picture 1.1 RF100PD6 Mounted To Host Board
2.0 Agency Certifications
2.1 United States (FCC)
The Model RF100 modules comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules and regulations.
Compliance with the labeling requirements, FCC notices and antenna usage guidelines
is required. In order to comply with FCC Certification requirements, the Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) must fulfill the following requirements.
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2.
2.1.1
The system integrator must place an exterior label on the outside of the final
product housing the RF100 Modules. Figure 2.1 below shows the contents that
must be included in this label.
RF100 Modules may only be used with the antenna that has been tested and
approved for use with the module. Please refer to the antenna table provided in
this section.
OEM Labeling Requirements
NOTICE: The OEM must make sure that FCC labeling requirements are met. This
includes a clearly visible exterior label on the outside of the final product housing that
displays the contents shown in Figure 2.1 below.
MANUFACTURERS NAME
BRAND NAME or TRADE NAME
Figure 2.1 FCC Label
Contains RF Engine FCC ID: U9O-RFE*
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 interferences, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
* The FCC ID for the RF Engine without external amplifier is “U9O-RFE” which is part
number RF100PC1. The FCC ID for the RF Engine with external amplifier is “U9ORFET” which is part number RF100PD1.
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2.1.2 FCC Notices
WARNING: The RF100 modules have been tested by the FCC for use with other
products without further certification (as per FCC Section 2.1091). Changes or
modifications to this device not expressly approved by Synapse Wireless Inc. could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE: OEM’s must certify final end product to comply with unintentional radiators
(FCC Section 15.107 and 15.109) before declaring compliance of their final product to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
NOTICE: The RF100 modules have been certified for remote and base radio
applications. If the module will be used for portable applications, the device must
undergo SAR testing.
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:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
2.1.3 FCC Approved Antennas
The RF100 modules are FCC-approved for fixed base station and mobile applications
on channels 11 thru 26 of the ISM 2.4GHz frequency band as defined in IEEE 802.15
specifications. The FCC requirement for mobile applications states that the antenna
must be mounted at least 20 cm (8 in) from nearby persons.
Notice: To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its
gain should be chosen so that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not
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more than that permitted for successful communication. This module has been
designed to operate with the antennas listed below in Table 2.1, and having a maximum
gain greater than 5dB are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required
antenna impedance is 50 ohms.
Table 2.1 Approved FCC Antennas
Part Number
Type
Gain
Application
Min. Separation
AC12000
AC12001
AC12002
AC12003
Dipole (quarter-wave RPSMA)
Dipole (half-wave RPSMA)
Dipole (quarter-wave RPSMA)
Dipole (quarter-wave RPSMA)
3.2dBi
5.0dBi
4.9cBi
2.0dBi
Fixed/Mobile
Fixed/Mobile
Fixed/Mobile
Fixed/Mobile
20 cm.
20 cm.
20 cm.
20 cm.
RF Exposure WARNING: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. This
transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
NOTICE: The preceding statement must be included as a CAUTION statement in OEM
product manuals in order to alert users of FCC RF Exposure compliance.
2.2 Canada (IC)
This device complies with Industry Canada license-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.
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 (e.i.r.p.) is not
more than that necessary for successful communication.
This radio transmitter Model: RF100, IC: 7084A-RF100 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.
Table 2.2 Approved IC Antennas
Part Number
Type
Gain
Application
Min. Separation
AC12000
AC12001
AC12002
AC12003
Dipole (quarter-wave RPSMA)
Dipole (half-wave RPSMA)
Dipole (quarter-wave RPSMA)
Dipole (quarter-wave RPSMA)
3.2dBi
5.0dBi
4.9cBi
2.0dBi
Fixed/Mobile
Fixed/Mobile
Fixed/Mobile
Fixed/Mobile
20 cm.
20 cm.
20 cm.
20 cm.
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2.2.1 OEM Labeling Requirements
Labeling requirements for Industry Canada are similar to those of the FCC. A clearly
visible label on the outside of the final product housing must display the contents shown
in Figure 2.2 below.
Figure 2.2 IC Label
MANUFACTURERS NAME
BRAND NAME or TRADE NAME
MODEL:
Contains RF Engine IC: 7084A-RFE*
* The IC ID for the RF Engine without amp is “7084A-RFE” which is part number
RF100PC1. The IC ID for the RF Engine with amp is “7084A-RFET” which is part
number RF100PD1.
NOTE: The OEM can choose to implement a single label combined for both FCC and
IC labeling requirements. If a combined single label is chosen, there must be a clearly
visible label on the outside of the final product housing displaying the contents shown in
Figure 2.3 below.
MANUFACTURERS NAME
BRAND NAME or TRADE NAME
Figure 2.3 Combined FCC and IC Label
Contains RF Engine FCC ID: U9O-RFE*
Contains RFEngine IC: 7084A-RFE*
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 interferences, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
* The FCC ID for the RF Engine without amp is “U9O-RFE” and the IC ID is “7084ARFE” which is part number RF100PC1. The FCC ID for the RF Engine with amp is
“U9O-RFET” and the IC ID is “7084ARFET” which is part number RF100PD1.
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