RF-Star RF-BM-ND08CI Manual

Bluetooth 5.0 low energy module

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RF-BM-ND08CI
Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy Module
Version 1.2
Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd.
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Sep. 22
, 2020

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  • Page 1 RF-BM-ND08CI 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

    1.3 Applications • Mouse and keyboard • Health and medical • Mobile HID • Industrial lighting • Remote controls • Retail • Wearables • Commercial • Virtual reality headsets • Beacons Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 4 of 19...
  • Page 6: Functional Block Diagram

    Reset 1.7 V ~ 3.6 V Figure 1. Functional Block Diagram of RF-BM-ND08CI 1.5 Part Number Conventions The part numbers are of the form of RF-BM-ND08CI where the fields are defined as follows: 08CI Company Name Module Version nRF52810 Third IPEX Version...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    4.5 Basic Operation of Hardware Design ...................... 14 4.6 Trouble Shooting .............................. 14 4.6.1 Unsatisfactory Transmission Distance ..................14 4.6.2 Vulnerable Module ..........................15 4.6.3 High Bit Error Rate ..........................15 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 6 of 19...
  • Page 8: Table Of Figures

    Figure 3. Pin Diagram of RF-BM-ND08CI ....................... 9 Figure 4. Photos of RF-BM-ND08CI ........................ 12 Figure 5. Recommended PCB Footprint of RF-BM-ND08CI (mm) ............12 Figure 6. Specification of Antenna Seat ......................12 Figure 7. Specification of IPEX Wire ........................ 13 Figure 8.
  • Page 9: Module Configuration And Functions

    RF-BM-ND08CI www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 2 Module Configuration and Functions 2.1 Module Parameters Table 1. Parameters of RF-BM-ND08CI Chipset nRF52810QFAA 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-ND08CI www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 2.2 Module Pin Diagram Top View Bottom View Figure 3. Pin Diagram of RF-BM-ND08CI 2.3 Pin Functions Table 2. Pin Functions of RF-BM-ND08CI 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-ND08CI Items Condition Min.
  • Page 13: Application, Implementation, And Layout

    4.2 Recommended PCB Footprint Figure 5. Recommended PCB Footprint of RF-BM-ND08CI (mm) 4.3 Antenna RF-BM-ND08CI module is integrated the IPEX version 1 antenna seat, the specification of antenna seat is as follow: Figure 6. Specification of Antenna Seat Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd.
  • Page 14: Schematic Diagram

    L1 position capacitor. The location of L1 is shown in the figure below. Figure 8. Antenna Output Mode Change 4.4 Schematic Diagram Figure 9. Schematic Diagram of RF-BM-ND08CI Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 13 of 19...
  • Page 15: Basic Operation Of Hardware Design

    10. The antenna must not be installed inside the metal case, which will cause the transmission distance to be greatly weakened. 4.6 Trouble Shooting 4.6.1 Unsatisfactory Transmission Distance 1. When there is a linear communication obstacle, the communication distance will be correspondingly weakened. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 14 of 19...
  • Page 16: Vulnerable Module

    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 17: Soldering And Reflow Condition

    Time from 25 ℃ to Peak Temperature (t Max. 6 minutes Max. 8 minutes 20±10 s 20±10 s Time of Soldering Zone (t Figure 10. Recommended Reflow for Lead Free Solder Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 16 of 19...
  • Page 18: Optional Packaging

    RF-BM-ND08CI www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - Sep., 2020 4.9 Optional Packaging Figure 11. Optional Packaging Mode Note: Default tray packaging. 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-ND08CI 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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