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FC80A
Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series
Version: 1.0.3
Date: 2021-12-31
Status: Preliminary

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  • Page 1 User Manual FC80A Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Version: 1.0.3 Date: 2021-12-31 Status: Preliminary...
  • Page 2 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series At Quectel, our aim is to provide timely and comprehensive services to our customers. If you require any assistance, please contact our headquarters: Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd. Building 5, Shanghai Business Park Phase III (Area B), No.1016 Tianlin Road, Minhang District, Shanghai...
  • Page 3 Except as otherwise set forth herein, nothing in this document shall be construed as conferring any rights to use any trademark, trade name or name, abbreviation, or counterfeit product thereof owned by Quectel or any third party in advertising, publicity, or other aspects.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Manufacturers of the cellular terminal should notify users and operating personnel of the following safety information by incorporating these guidelines into all manuals of the product. Otherwise, Quectel assumes no liability for customers’ failure to comply with these precautions.

  • Page 5: About The Document

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series About the Document Revision History Version Date Author Description Elinor WANG/ 2021-04-15 Creation of the document Lucas HUANG Elinor WANG/ 1.0.0 2021-04-15 Preliminary Lucas HUANG Preliminary: Elinor WANG/ 1.0.1 2021-08-13 1. Updated the data in Chapter 4. Lucas HUANG 2.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Contents Safety Information ............................3 About the Document ..........................4 Contents ..............................5 Table Index ..............................7 Figure Index ..............................8 Introduction ............................9 1.1. Special Mark ..........................9 Product Overview ..........................10 2.1. General Description ......................... 10 2.2.
  • Page 7 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 4.5.1. Conducted RF Output Power ..................30 4.5.2. Conducted RF Receiving Sensitivity ................31 4.6. Bluetooth Performance ......................32 4.7. ESD Protection ......................... 32 Mechanical Information ........................33 5.1. Mechanical Dimensions ......................33 5.2. Recommended Footprint ......................34 5.3.
  • Page 8 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Table Index Table 1: Special Mark........................... 9 Table 2: Key Features ..........................10 Table 3: I/O Parameters Definition ......................14 Table 4: Pin Description ..........................14 Table 5: Definition of Power Supply and GND Pins................... 17 Table 6: Pin Definition of WLAN_EN ......................18 Table 7: Pin Definition of WLAN_WAKE ....................
  • Page 9 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Figure Index Figure 1: Functional Diagram of FC80A ....................12 Figure 2: Pin Assignment (Top View) ......................13 Figure 3: Turn Up Timing ........................... 17 Figure 4: WLAN Application Interface Connection ..................18 Figure 5: SDIO Interface Connection ......................19 Figure 6: Block Diagram of Bluetooth Application Interface Connection ...........

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Introduction This document defines the FC80A and describes its air interfaces and hardware interfaces which are connected with your application. This document can help you quickly understand module interface specifications, electrical and mechanical details, as well as other related information of the module. Associated with application notes and user guides, you can use FC80A to design and set up applications easily.

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    WLAN standards and Bluetooth 5.0 standard, which enables seamless integration of WLAN and Bluetooth low energy technologies. With a low-power SDIO 3.0 interface for WLAN, a UART and a PCM interface for Bluetooth. FC80A can provide WLAN and Bluetooth functions.
  • Page 12 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 2.4 GHz: ⚫ 802.11b/11 Mbps：18.0 ± 2.5 dBm ⚫ 802.11g/54 Mbps：16.5 ± 2.5 dBm ⚫ 802.11n/HT20 MCS7：15.5 ± 2.5 dBm 5 GHz: ⚫ Transmitting Power 802.11a/54 Mbps：12 ± 2.5 dBm ⚫ 802.11n/HT20 MCS7：12 ± 2.5 dBm ⚫ 802.11n/HT40 MCS7：11 ±...

  • Page 13: Functional Diagram

    Dedicated Bluetooth antenna (ANT_BT) is optional according to the order code of the module. 2.4. Evaluation Board To help customers to develop applications with FC80A, Quectel supplies an evaluation board (UMTS&LTE EVB), an RS-232 to USB converter cable, a USB data cable, a power adapter, antennas and other peripherals to control or test the module.

  • Page 14: Application Interfaces

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Application Interfaces FC80A is equipped with 50 LCC pins. The subsequent chapters will provide a detailed introduction to the following interfaces and pins of the module: ⚫ Power supply ⚫ WLAN Application Interface ⚫ Bluetooth Application Interface ⚫...

  • Page 15: Pin Description

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series NOTE Keep all RESERVED pins open. 3.2. Pin Description The following tables show the pin description of FC80A. Table 3: I/O Parameters Definition Type Description Analog Input Analog Input Analog Input/Output Digital Input Digital Output Digital Input/Output...
  • Page 16 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Pin Name Pin No. Description Comment WLAN function enable WLAN_EN Active high. control Wake up the host by WLAN_WAKE WLAN SDIO_CMD SDIO command SDIO_CLK SDIO clock VDDIO power domain SDIO_DATA3 SDIO data bit 3 SDIO_DATA2 SDIO data bit 2 SDIO_DATA0 SDIO data bit 0 SDIO_DATA1...
  • Page 17 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Host wakes up HOST_WAKE_BT* Bluetooth Bluetooth wakes up BT_WAKE_HOST* host Other Interfaces Pin Name Pin No. Description Comment External 32.768 kHz WLAN_SLP_CLK VDDIO power domain low power clock input SDIO voltage select: Pull up to VDDIO internally through a 200 kΩ...

  • Page 18: Power Supply

    1, 3–8, 10–11, 23, 32, 39, 47 FC80A is powered by VBAT and VDDIO, and it is recommended to use a power supply chip with maximum output current more than 1.2 A. The following figure shows the recommended turn up timing of FC80A.

  • Page 19: Wlan Application Interface

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 3.4. WLAN Application Interface The following figure shows the WLAN application interface connection between FC80A and the host. HOST FC80A SDIO SDIO WLAN_EN GPIO1 WLAN_WAKE GPIO2 Figure 4: WLAN Application Interface Connection 3.4.1. WLAN_EN WLAN_EN is used to control the WLAN function of the module. WLAN function will be enabled when WLAN_EN is at high level.

  • Page 20: Sdio Interface

    SDIO data bit 3 VDDIO power domain SDIO_DATA2 SDIO data bit 2 SDIO_DATA0 SDIO data bit 0 SDIO_DATA1 SDIO data bit 1 The following figure shows the SDIO interface connection between FC80A and host. VDDIO SDIO_CLK SDIO_CLK SDIO_CMD SDIO_CMD SDIO_DATA0 SDIO_DATA0...

  • Page 21: Bluetooth Application Interface

    As for other modes, such as DDR50, SDR104, etc., the recommended bus length is less than 150 mm. 3.5. Bluetooth Application Interface The following figure shows the block diagram of Bluetooth application interface connection between FC80A and a host. UART UART BT_EN...

  • Page 22: Bt_En

    Bluetooth UART clear to send The voltage range of the Bluetooth UART interface of FC80A is determined by VDDIO. It is necessary to pay attention to whether the voltage range of host and FC80A Bluetooth UART interface is consistent. If necessary, voltage-level translator shall be added.

  • Page 23: Bt_Wake_Host* And Host_Wake_Bt

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series FC80A Host BT_TXD UART_RXD BT_RXD UART_TXD UART_CTS BT_RTS UART_RTS BT_CTS Figure 7: Reference Design for UART Interface Connection 3.5.3. BT_WAKE_HOST* HOST_WAKE_BT* Table 11: Pin Definition of BT_WAKEUP_HOST and HOST_WAKEUP_BT Pin Name Pin No. Description Comment HOST_WAKE_BT Host wakes up Bluetooth...

  • Page 24: Other Interfaces

    The 32.768 kHz sleep clock is used in low power modes, such as power saving mode and sleep mode. It serves as a timer to determine when to wake up FC80A to receive signals in various power saving schemes, and to maintain basic logic operations when the module is in sleep mode.

  • Page 25: Rf Antenna Interfaces

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 3.7. RF Antenna Interfaces This information will be included in the future version of this document. Table 15: Pin Definition of RF Antenna Interfaces Pin Name Pin No. Description Comment 50 Ω impedance. ANT_WIFI0/BT Wi-Fi0/Bluetooth antenna interface 50 Ω...

  • Page 26: Reliability, Radio And Electrical Characteristics

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Reliability, Radio and Electrical Characteristics 4.1. Electrical Characteristics The following table shows the absolute maximum ratings. Table 16: Absolute Maximum Ratings Parameter Min. Max. Unit VBAT -0.5 VDDIO -0.5 Digital I/O Input Voltage -0.5 The following table shows the recommended operating conditions of the module. Table 17: Recommended Operating Conditions Parameter Min.

  • Page 27: Operating And Storage Temperatures

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Table 18: General DC Electrical Characteristics for 1.8 V Domain Symbol Parameter Min. Max. Unit High Level Input Voltage 0.65 × VDDIO 3.63 Low Level Input Voltage 0.35 × VDDIO High Level Output Voltage VDDIO - 0.45 Low Level Output Voltage 0.45 Table 19: General DC Electrical Characteristics for 3.3 V Domain...

  • Page 28: Power Consumption

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 4.4. Power Consumption The following tables show the power consumption of the module in different modes. 4.4.1. Power Consumption in Low Power Modes* This chapter information will be included in the future version of this document. 4.4.2. Power Consumption Table 21: Power Consumption in OFF State and Idle Description Conditions...
  • Page 29 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Description Conditions VBAT (3.3 V) VDDIO (1.8 V) TX (5 GHz) 54 Mbps 0.40 TX (5 GHz) VHT20 MCS0 0.44 TX (5 GHz) VHT20 MCS8 0.41 TX (5 GHz) VHT40 MCS0 0.45 802.11ac TX (5 GHz) VHT40 MCS9 0.44 TX (5 GHz) VHT80 MCS0 0.71...

  • Page 30: Rf Performances

    TX (5 GHz) VHT40 MCS0 0.73 802.11ac TX (5 GHz) VHT40 MCS9 0.74 TX (5 GHz) VHT80 MCS0 0.74 TX (5 GHz) VHT80 MCS9 0.74 4.5. RF Performances The following tables summarize the transmitting and receiving performances of FC80A. FC80A_Hardware_Design 29 / 43...

  • Page 31: Conducted Rf Output Power

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 4.5.1. Conducted RF Output Power Table 25: Conducted RF Output Power at 2.4 GHz Description Rate Typ. Unit 802.11b 1 Mbps 18± 2.5 802.11b 11 Mbps 18 ± 2.5 802.11g 6 Mbps 18± 2.5 802.11g 54 Mbps 16.5 ±...

  • Page 32: Conducted Rf Receiving Sensitivity

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 4.5.2. Conducted RF Receiving Sensitivity Table 27: Conducted RF Receiving Sensitivity at 2.4 GHz Description Receiving Sensitivity (Typ.) Unit 802.11b @ 1 Mbps 802.11b @ 11 Mbps 802.11g @ 6 Mbps 802.11g @ 54 Mbps 802.11n, HT20 @ MCS0 802.11n, HT20 @ MCS7 Table 28: Conducted RF Receiving Sensitivity at 5 GHz Description...

  • Page 33: Bluetooth Performance

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 4.6. Bluetooth Performance The following table shows the Bluetooth transmitting and receiving performance of FC80A. Table 29: Bluetooth Transmitting and Receiving Performance Frequency Transmit power Receive sensitivity Unit EDR (π/4-DQPSK) EDR (8-DPSK) BLE (1M) 4.7. ESD Protection If the static electricity generated by various ways discharges to the module, the module maybe damaged to a certain extent.

  • Page 34: Mechanical Information

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Mechanical Information This chapter describes the mechanical dimensions of FC80A. All dimensions are measured in millimeter (mm), and the dimensional tolerances are ± 0.2 mm unless otherwise specified. 5.1. Mechanical Dimensions Pin 1 Figure 9: Top and Side Dimensions (Top and Side View) NOTE The package warpage level of the module conforms to JEITA ED-7306 standard.

  • Page 35: Recommended Footprint

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 5.2. Recommended Footprint Figure 10: Recommended Footprint (Top View) NOTE 1. For easy maintenance of this module, keep at least 3 mm between the module and other components on the motherboard. 2. Keep all RESERVED pins open. FC80A_Hardware_Design 34 / 43...

  • Page 36: Top And Bottom Views

    Figure 11: Top and Bottom Views of the Module NOTE Images above are for illustration purpose only and may differ from the actual module. For authentic appearance and label, please refer to the module received from Quectel. FC80A_Hardware_Design 35 / 43...

  • Page 37: Storage, Manufacturing And Packaging

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Storage, Manufacturing and Packaging 6.1. Storage Conditions The module is provided with vacuum-sealed packaging. MSL of the module is rated as 3. The storage requirements are shown below. 1. Recommended Storage Condition: The temperature should be 23 ± 5 ° C and the relative humidity should be 35–60 %.

  • Page 38: Manufacturing And Soldering

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series NOTE 1. To avoid blistering, layer separation and other soldering issues, extended exposure of the module to the air is forbidden. 2. Take out the module from the package and put it on high-temperature-resistant fixtures before baking. All modules must be soldered to PCB within 24 hours after the baking, otherwise put them in the drying oven.
  • Page 39 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Table 31: Recommended Thermal Profile Parameters Factor Recommendation Soak Zone Max slope 1–3 ° C/s Soak time (between A and B: 150 ° C and 200 ° C) 70–120 s Reflow Zone Max slope 2–3 ° C/s Reflow time (D: over 217 °...

  • Page 40: Packaging Specifications

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 6.3. Packaging Specifications The module adopts carrier tape packaging and details are as follow: 6.3.1. Carrier Tape Dimension details are as follow: Figure 13: Carrier Tape Dimension Drawing Table 32: Carrier Tape Dimension Table (Unit: mm) 13.4 15.4 14.2 1.75...

  • Page 41: Plastic Reel

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Please note that pin 1 is located directly below the Logo (Quectel). The triangular in the figure above does not correspond to pin 1. 6.3.2. Plastic Reel Figure 15: Plastic Reel Dimension Drawing Table 33: Plastic Reel Dimension Table (Unit: mm) øD1...

  • Page 42: Packaging Process

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 6.3.3. Packaging Process Place the module into the carrier tape and use the cover tape to cover them; then wind the heat-sealed carrier tape to the plastic reel and use the protective tape for protection. One plastic reel can load 500 modules. Place the packaged plastic reel, humidity indicator card and desiccant bag into a vacuum bag, then vacuumize it.

  • Page 43: Appendix Reference

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Appendix Reference Table 34: Related Documents Document Name [1] Quectel_UMTS&LTE_EVB_User_Guide [2] Quectel_Module_Secondary_SMT_Application_Note Table 35: Terms and Abbreviations Abbreviation Description Access Point BPSK Binary Phase Shift Keying Bluetooth Complementary Code Keying Clear to Send Ground Host Controller Interface IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Input Leakage Current...
  • Page 44 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Power Amplifier Printed Circuit Board Pulse Code Modulation Quadrature Amplitude Modulation QPSK Quadrature Phase Shift Keying Radio Frequency RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances Request to Send Receive To Be Determined Transmit UART Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter Very High Throughput Wi-Fi Wireless-Fidelity WLAN...

  • Page 45: Compliance Information

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Compliance Information Declaration of Conformity Hereby, [Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd] declares that the radio equipment type [Wi-Fi & BT Module] is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://www.quectel.com/shop...
  • Page 46 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series End Product Labeling The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following:Contains FCC ID: XMR202203FC80A ; IC: 10224A-202203FC80A.Le produit final doit être étiqueté dans une zone visible avec ce qui suit : Contient l'ID FCC : XMR202203FC80A ; CI : 10224A-202203FC80A. Manual Information to the End User The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end product which integrates this...
  • Page 47 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio RSS-210. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
  • Page 48 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Explanation: This module has been granted Single Modular Approval for mobile applications. integrators for host products may use the module in their final products without additional FCC certifications if they meet the following conditions. Otherwise, additional FCC approvals must be obtained.
  • Page 49 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series e) Test procedures for design verification; and f) Production test procedures for ensuring compliance. The module grantee shall provide a notice that any deviation(s) from the defined parameters of the antenna trace, as described by the instructions, require that the host product manufacturer must notify the module grantee that they wish to change the antenna trace design.
  • Page 50 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 2.8 Label and compliance information Grantees are responsible for the continued compliance of their modules to the FCC rules. This includes advising host product manufacturers that they need to provide a physical or e-label stating “Contains FCC ID” with their finished product. See Guidelines for Labeling and User Information for RF Devices –...
  • Page 51 instruction to OEM if integrator install the module, and use the external antenna that are able to be detached. 1)the device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems; Explain：we claim use indoor for the band 5150–5250 MHz.
  • Page 52 à la limite de la p.i.r.e; Expliquez : nous affirmons que la liste des antennes remplit la p.i.r.e. limite. The list Antenna fullfill the 6.2.2.3 Frequency(MHz） Gain（dBi） Antenna Type Dipole Antenna 2.4–2.5 MHz, 5.15–5.85 MHz 7)pour les dispositifs munis d’antennes amovibles, le gain maximal d’antenne permis (pour les dispositifs utilisant la bande de 5 725 à...

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