RF-Star RF-BM-ND08 Instruction Manual

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RF-BM-ND08 nRF52832
Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy Module
Version 1.2
Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd.
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May 26
, 2023
All rights reserved. Those responsible for unauthorized reproduction will be prosecuted.

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  • Page 1 RF-BM-ND08 nRF52832 Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy Module Version 1.2 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. May 26 , 2023 All rights reserved. Those responsible for unauthorized reproduction will be prosecuted.
  • Page 2: Device Overview

    NFC, ANT and 2.4 GHz proprietary for simple programming. RF-BM-ND08 also supports Bluetooth mesh which can be run concurrently with Bluetooth LE, enabling smartphones to provision, commission, configure and control mesh nodes. The module has NFC-A Tag for use in simplified pairing and payment solutions.
  • Page 3: 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 4: Table Of Contents

    4.7.2 Vulnerable Module ..........................14 4.7.3 High Bit Error Rate ..........................14 4.8 Electrostatics Discharge Warnings ......................14 4.9 Soldering and Reflow Condition ......................... 15 5 Optional Package Specification ..........................17 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 3 of 20...
  • Page 5 RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - May, 2023 6 Revision History ................................19 7 Contact Us ..................................20 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 4 of 20...
  • Page 6: Module Configuration And Functions

    RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - May, 2023 2 Module Configuration and Functions 2.1 Module Parameters Table 1. Parameters of RF-BM-ND08 Chipset nRF52832 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 7: Module Pin Diagram

    RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - May, 2023 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 P0.25...
  • Page 8 SWD debugging ports are on the bottom side of the module, which is not pulled out in the stamp half hole way, please refer to the module pin diagram for details. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 7 of 20...
  • Page 9: Specifications

    The 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 10: Application, Implementation, And Layout

    RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - May, 2023 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 9 of 20...
  • Page 11: Schematic Diagram

    RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - May, 2023 4.3 Schematic Diagram Figure 6. Schematic Diagram of RF-BM-ND08 4.4 Reference Design Figure 7. Reference Design of RF-BM-ND08 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 10 of 20...
  • Page 12: Antenna

    Note: The hollow-out position is based on the antenna used. 4.5.2 Antenna Output Mode Modification The module has two antenna output modes, which are onboard PCB antenna and stamp half-hole output (ANT pin, see pin function table for details). Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 11 of 20...
  • Page 13: External Antenna Design Recommendation Of The Half-Hole Ant Pin

    2. The RF trace width and copper-clad spacing can be calculated by SI9000 software, and the impedance is controlled to 50 Ω according to the actual board thickness, number of layers, plate, dielectric thickness, dielectric constant, copper thickness, line width, line spacing, and solder mask thickness. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 12 of 20...
  • Page 14: Basic Operation Of Hardware Design

    It is recommended to stay away from the module according to the strength of the interference. If circumstances permit, appropriate Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 13 of 20...
  • Page 15: Trouble Shooting

    3. If the extension wire or feeder wire is of poor quality or too long, the bit error rate will be high. 4.8 Electrostatics Discharge Warnings The module will be damaged for the discharge of static. RF-star suggests that all modules should follow the 3 precautions Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd.
  • Page 16: Soldering And Reflow Condition

    T Max. 6 ℃/s Max. 6 ℃/s Time from 25 ℃ to Peak Temperature (t Max. 6 minutes Max. 8 minutes Time of Soldering Zone (t 20±10 s 20±10 s Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 15 of 20...
  • Page 17 RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - May, 2023 Figure 13. Recommended Reflow for Lead-Free Solder Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 16 of 20...
  • Page 18: Optional Package Specification

    The default package method is . If you need the modules to be shipped by tape & reel, pls contact us in advance. Figure 14. Default Package by Tray Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 17 of 20...
  • Page 19 RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - May, 2023 Figure 15. Package by Tape & Reel Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 18 of 20...
  • Page 20 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.rfstariot.com and www.szrfstar.com. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 19 of 20...
  • Page 21 RF-BM-ND08 www.szrfstar.com V1.2 - May, 2023 7 Contact Us SHENZHEN RF-STAR TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Shenzhen HQ: Add.: C601, Skyworth Building, High-tech Park, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, 518057 Tel.: 86-755-3695 3756 Chengdu Branch: Add.: B3-03, Building No.1, Incubation Park, High-Tech District, Chengdu, Sichuan, China, 610000 Tel.: 86-28-6577 5970...

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