RF-Star RF-BM-ND08 Manual

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RF-BM-ND08
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-ND08 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 19...
  • 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 19...
  • 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 19...
  • 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-ND08 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-ND08 1.5 Part Number Conventions The part numbers are of the form of RF-BM-ND08 where the fields are defined as follows: Company Name Module Version nRF52832 Third Version...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    4.4 Basic Operation of Hardware Design ...................... 13 4.5 Trouble Shooting .............................. 15 4.5.1 Unsatisfactory Transmission Distance ..................15 4.5.2 Vulnerable Module ..........................15 4.5.3 High Bit Error Rate ..........................16 4.6 Electrostatics Discharge Warnings ......................16 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 6 of 19...
  • Page 8: Table Of Figures

    Figure 3. Pin Diagram of RF-BM-ND08 ......................9 Figure 4. Photos of RF-BM-ND08 ........................12 Figure 5. Recommended PCB Footprint of RF-BM-ND08 (mm) ............12 Figure 6. Schematic Diagram of RF-BM-ND08 ................... 13 Figure 7. Recommendation of Antenna Layout ................... 14 Figure 8.
  • Page 9: Module Configuration And Functions

    RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 2 Module Configuration and Functions 2.1 Module Parameters Table 1. Parameters of RF-BM-ND08 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-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 2.2 Module Pin Diagram Top View Bottom View Figure 3. Pin Diagram of RF-BM-ND08 2.3 Pin Functions Table 2. Pin Functions of RF-BM-ND08 Name Chip Pin Pin Type Description Antenna interface Ground Power supply 1.7 V ~ 3.6 V, Recommend 3.3 V...
  • Page 11 SWD debugging ports are on the bottom side of the module, which is not pull out in the stamp half hole way, please refer to the module pin diagram for details. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 10 of 19...
  • 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-ND08 Items Condition Min.
  • Page 13: Application, Implementation, And Layout

    RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 4 Application, Implementation, and Layout 4.1 Module Photos Figure 4. Photos of RF-BM-ND08 4.2 Recommended PCB Footprint Figure 5. Recommended PCB Footprint of RF-BM-ND08 (mm) Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 12 of 19...
  • Page 14: Schematic Diagram

    V1.2 - Sep., 2020 4.3 Schematic Diagram Figure 6. Schematic Diagram of RF-BM-ND08 4.4 Basic Operation of Hardware Design 1. It is recommended to offer the module with a DC stabilized power supply, a tiny power supply ripple coefficient and the reliable ground.
  • Page 15: Figure 7. Recommendation Of Antenna Layout

    (3) It is the best to hollow out the antenna position in the following figure so as to ensure that S11 of the module is minimally affected. Figure 7. Recommendation of Antenna Layout Note: The hollow-out position is based on the antenna used. 12. Antenna output mode change: Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 14 of 19...
  • Page 16: Trouble Shooting

    3. Due to some humidity sensitive components, please ensure the suitable humidity during installation and application. If there is no special demand, it is not recommended to use at too high or too low temperature. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 15 of 19...
  • 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. 4.6 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

    RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 Figure 9. Recommended Reflow for Lead Free Solder 4.8 Optional Packaging Figure 10. Optional Packaging Mode Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 17 of 19...
  • Page 19: 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 18 of 19...
  • Page 20: Contact Us

    RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 6 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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