RF-Star RF-BM-ND04 Manual

RF-Star RF-BM-ND04 Manual

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RF-BM-ND04
Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy Module
Version 1.2
Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd.
nd
Sep. 22
, 2020

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  • Page 1 RF-BM-ND04 Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy Module Version 1.2 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Sep. 22 , 2020...
  • Page 2: Nordic Ble Module List

    1. The communication distance is the longest distance obtained by testing the module's maximum transmission power in an open and interference-free environment in sunny weather. 2. Click the picture to buy modules. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 1 of 20...
  • Page 3: Nrf52 Series

    15.2  11.2 RF-BM-ND08I IPEX Contact me 15  24.8 RF-BM-ND04C 15  24.8 RF-BM-ND04CI IPEX nRF52810 15.2  11.2 RF-BM-ND08C 15.2  11.2 RF-BM-ND08CI IPEX Contact me RF-BM-ND04A 15  24.8 nRF52811 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 2 of 20...
  • Page 4 1. The communication distance is the longest distance obtained by testing the module's maximum transmission power in an open and interference-free environment in sunny weather. 2. Click the picture to buy modules. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 3 of 20...
  • Page 5: Device Overview

    It supports BLE stack v5.0 including the high-speed 2 Mbps feature and can be preprogrammed with a serial interface communication protocols, such as NFC, ANT and 2.4 GHz proprietary for simple programming. RF-BM-ND04 also support Bluetooth mesh which can be run concurrently with Bluetooth LE, enabling smartphones to provision, commission, configure and control mesh nodes.
  • Page 6: Functional Block Diagram

    Reset 1.7 V ~ 3.6 V Figure 1. Functional Block Diagram of RF-BM-ND04 1.5 Part Number Conventions The part numbers are of the form of RF-BM-ND04 where the fields are defined as follows: Company Name Module Version nRF52832 Version RF-STAR...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    4.4 Reference Design ......................13 4.5 Basic Operation of Hardware Design ................14 4.6 Trouble Shooting....................... 15 4.6.1 Unsatisfactory Transmission Distance ..............15 4.6.2 Vulnerable Module ....................15 4.6.3 High Bit Error Rate ....................16 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 6 of 20...
  • Page 8: Table Of Figures

    Figure 3. Pin Diagram of RF-BM-ND04 ..................9 Figure 4. Photos of RF-BM-ND04 ................... 12 Figure 5. Recommended PCB Footprint of RF-BM-ND04 (mm) ..........12 Figure 6. Schematic Diagram of RF-BM-ND04 ............... 13 Figure 7. Reference Design of RF-BM-ND04 ................. 13 Figure 8.
  • Page 9: Module Configuration And Functions

    RF-BM-ND04 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 2 Module Configuration and Functions 2.1 Module Parameters Table 1. Parameters of RF-BM-ND04 Chipset nRF52832QFAA Supply Power Voltage 1.7 V ~ 3.6 V, recommended to 3.3 V Frequency 2402 MHz ~ 2480 MHz Transmit Power -20.0 dBm ~ +4.0 dBm (Typical: 0 dBm)
  • Page 10: Module Pin Diagram

    RF-BM-ND04 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 2.2 Module Pin Diagram Figure 3. Pin Diagram of RF-BM-ND04 2.3 Pin Functions Table 2. Pin Functions of RF-BM-ND04 Name Chip Pin Pin Type Description Power Power supply 1.7 V ~ 3.6 V, Recommend 3.3 V Reset, active low.
  • Page 11 P0_13 P0_14 P0_15 P0_16 Serial wire debug I/O for debug and programming SWDIO JTAG SWD Serial wire debug clock input for debug and SWCLK JTAG CLK programming P0_17 P0_18 P0_19 P0_20 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 10 of 20...
  • Page 12: Specifications

    Functional operation does not guarantee performance beyond the limits of the conditional parameter values in the table below. Long-term work beyond this limit will affect the reliability of the module more or less. Table 3. Recommended Operating Conditions of RF-BM-ND04 Items Condition Min.
  • Page 13: Application, Implementation, And Layout

    RF-BM-ND04 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 4 Application, Implementation, and Layout 4.1 Module Photos Figure 4. Photos of RF-BM-ND04 4.2 Recommended PCB Footprint Figure 5. Recommended PCB Footprint of RF-BM-ND04 (mm) Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 12 of 20...
  • Page 14: Schematic Diagram

    RF-BM-ND04 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 4.3 Schematic Diagram Figure 6. Schematic Diagram of RF-BM-ND04 4.4 Reference Design Figure 7. Reference Design of RF-BM-ND04 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 13 of 20...
  • Page 15: Basic Operation Of Hardware Design

    Therefore, the layout of the module antenna location and routing is recommended as follows: (1) Place the antenna on the edge (corner) of the PCB. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 14 of 20...
  • Page 16: Trouble Shooting

    Please ensure the stable power supply and no frequently fluctuated voltage. 2. Please ensure the anti-static installation and the electrostatic sensitivity of high-frequency devices. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 15 of 20...
  • Page 17: High Bit Error Rate

    3. If the extension wire or feeder wire is of poor quality or too long, the bit error rate will be high. 4.7 Electrostatics Discharge Warnings The module will be damaged for the discharge of static. RF-star suggest that all modules should follow the 3 precautions below: 1.
  • Page 18: Optional Packaging

    Max. 8 minutes 20±10 s 20±10 s Time of Soldering Zone (t Figure 9. Recommended Reflow for Lead Free Solder 4.9 Optional Packaging Figure 10. Optional Packaging Mode Note: Default tray packaging. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 17 of 20...
  • Page 19: Certification

    (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC ID: 2ABN2-FBMND04 Figure 11. FCC Certificate 5.2 SRRC SRRC ID: 2019DP6546 Figure 12. SRRC Certificate Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 18 of 20...
  • Page 20: Revision History

    1. The document will be optimized and updated from time to time. Before using this document, please make sure it is the latest version. 2. To obtain the latest document, please download it from the official website: www.szrfstar.com. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 19 of 20...
  • Page 21: Contact Us

    RF-BM-ND04 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 7 Contact Us SHENZHEN RF-STAR TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Shenzhen HQ: Add.: Room 601, Block C, Skyworth Building, High-tech Park, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China Tel.: 86-755-3695 3756 Chengdu Branch: Add.: No. B3-03, Building No.1, Incubation Park, High-Tech District, Chengdu, Sichuan, China, 610000 Tel.: 86-28-6577 5970...

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