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RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 Uplynx-M-RCZ24 Module Users Manual M2COMMUNICATION Inc. Confidential and Proprietary...
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M2COMM assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any product or circuit, and specifically disclaims any and all liability, including without limitation consequential or incidental damages.
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RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 Revision Control Date Description of Change Approved 04/20/2017 Released Charles Lee Confidential and Proprietary...
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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.
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RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions: The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna. As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter tests will not be required.
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 1 Product Overview The UPLYNX-M-RCZ24 is a Sigfox Verified modem module for the low power wide area network (LPWAN) market. It is designed with M2COMM’s Uplynx M2C8001 SOC. The module was designed for high performance, high quality, small form factor and a low cost. The design is fully compliant with FCC part 15.209.
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 3 Functional Description The core of the Uplynx-M-RCZ24 module is the Uplynx M2C8001 SOC. The module design is based on the M2C8001 Sigfox Verified reference design. The Uplynx-M-RCZ24 has 6 sets of analogue/digital multi-function pins and digital only multi-function pins. Each multi-function pin can be configured by the user.
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 4 Pin Assignment and Package Mechanicals Dimension 13.5 7.65 2.25 TYP. Dimension TYP. Pad Length: 1.68 TYP. Maximum thickness: 3.0 Figure 4-1 Bottom view of module PCB Layout and Gerber files are available upon request Confidential and Proprietary...
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 Pad Name Description Power VLDO Operating voltage monitor point RESET_N Reset: When asserted LOW sets module to INITIAL state POW_EN Enable: Logic low for Disable; Logic high for Enable UART_TX UART Tx data (9600bps) UART_RX UART Rx data (9600bps) TX_OUT 50Ω...
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 5 Electrical Specifications Parameter Unit Power (VDD) -0.3 Voltage on GPIO -0.3 Storage Temperature °C Maximum soldering temperature °C Table 5-1 Absolute Maximum Ratings Parameter Unit Operating Temperature °C Table 5-2 Recommended Operating Conditions Parameter Typ. Unit Off mode 0.05 µA...
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 Parameter Typ. Unit Reference Frequency Frequency Range: High band 902.1375 904.6625 In-Band Phase Noise Floor -89.77 dBc/Hz Phase Noise @ 1MHz Offset from Carrier -104 dBc/Hz Settling time from power on µs Lock Time µs Table 5-5 Synthesizer Specification Parameter Note Typ.
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 Parameter Condition/Note Typ. Unit Crystal Frequency This is the total tolerance including a) initial tolerance Crystal b) crystal loading Frequency ±20 c) aging accuracy d) temperature dependence requirement The acceptable crystal tolerance depends on RF frequency and channel spacing / bandwidth Startup time Table 5-7 24MHz Crystal Oscillator Specification...
GUI and EasyAT User Guide” 6.1 Sigfox Verified AT command The Uplynx-M-RCZ24 is designed to be compliant with the Sigfox uplink specification. The Sigfox Verified AT command set is a standard deliverable and is used to access the network. For API interface request, please contact our sales representatives.
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RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 Test mode with random Packet length = number of bytes to AT$CM= packetlength data packet at fixed be transmitted (1~26) frequency Read firmware AT$V? information Mode: 1 to load Sigfox library AT$O=mode, standard Open Sigfox API library Standard: 1-RCZ1;...
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 page input will be scanned. [EasyAT Commander related] e.g. port = “100000”, GPIO0 value is scanned and either GPIO0_Input(High) or GPIO0_input(Low) flash page will be executed [EasyAT Commander related] Voltage supply is measured and the AT command on page 12 or page 13 Set battery detection will be executed if the voltage is AT$IFVTH=voltage...
135.8 Table 7-1 Recommended Pin Connections The current consumption of the Uplynx-M-RCZ24 is measured and data is presented as a reference. The current is measured using the evaluation kit for Uplynx-M-RCZ24. Current through J2 is measured by a Tektronix MDO3104 and a TCPA300. The module is configured for RCZ2 and AT$SB=1 is executed to send a bit.
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 7.2 Current Profile and Measurement Figure 7-1 Current Profile VDD @ 5V, 902.2MHz Output Power Current AT$302 to give Average Current consumption AT$SB=1 14dBm 59.3mA 16dBm 70.6mA 18dBm 83mA 20dBm 124mA 22dBm 132mA Standby Current (waiting for AT command) 2.5mA Average current between packets (waiting 14.5mA...
RM-UPLYNX-E003 version 1.0 8 Application Information 8.1 Mounting Considerations Please note this module is designed for inclusion in an embedded design. If you need an off- the-shelf solution you can purchase one of the Uplynx-M-RCZx Evaluation boards. Surface mount board layout is a critical portion of the total design. The footprint for the module must be the correct size to ensure proper solder connection interface between the board and the module.
8.5 RF Grounding for FCC compliance The Uplynx-M-RCZ24 is designed to deliver ~22dBm and is compliant to FCC emission regulations. To achieve the tight emission limitation of the restricted bands, the grounding of the module must be maintained by connecting all the ground pads to a large ground plan in the PCB stack.