RF-Star RF-ZM-2530B1 Instruction Manual

RF-Star RF-ZM-2530B1 Instruction Manual

Low-power 2.4 ghz ieee 802.15.4 and zigbee module

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RF-ZM-2530B1 and RF-ZM-2530B1I CC2530
Low-Power 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 and ZigBee
Module
Version 1.0
Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd.
May 25
th
, 2023
All rights reserved. Those responsible for unauthorized reproduction will be prosecuted.

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  • Page 1 RF-ZM-2530B1 and RF-ZM-2530B1I CC2530 Low-Power 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 and ZigBee Module Version 1.0 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. May 25 , 2023 All rights reserved. Those responsible for unauthorized reproduction will be prosecuted.
  • Page 2: Device Overview

    1 Device Overview 1.1 Description RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I is the low-power IEEE 802.15.4, ZigBee and RF4CE modules based on TI CC2530F256. To meet the industrial application requirements, the module can be widely applied to a short-distance wireless network communication field with the characteristics of low power consumption, small dimension, strong anti-interference ability, and so on.
  • Page 3: Functional Block Diagram

    32.768 kHz IPEX Connector RF-N GPIOs LC Balun CC2530 Debug RF-P Half-Hole Antenna Interface Switch Power Supply Reset 2.0 V ~ 3.6 V RF-ZM-2530B1I Figure 1. Functional Block Diagram of RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 2 of 25...
  • Page 4: Part Number Conventions

    RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 1.6 Part Number Conventions The part numbers are of the form of RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I where the fields are defined as follows: RF ZM 2530 Antenna Type Company Name IPEX connector RF-STAR Module Version The First Version...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    5.7.1 Unsatisfactory Transmission Distance ..................19 5.7.2 Vulnerable Module ..........................19 5.7.3 High Bit Error Rate ..........................19 5.8 Electrostatics Discharge Warnings ......................20 5.9 Soldering and Reflow Condition ......................... 20 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 4 of 25...
  • Page 6 RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 6 Optional Package Specification ..........................22 7 Revision History ................................24 8 Contact Us ..................................25 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 5 of 25...
  • Page 7: Module Configuration And Functions

    8 KB Flash 256 KB Package SMT packaging (1.27-mm half-hole pitch stamp stick) RF-ZM-2530B1: 15.3 mm x 22.3 mm x 2.1 mm Dimension RF-ZM-2530B1I: 15.3 mm x 22.3 mm x 2.2 mm RF-ZM-2530B1: PCB antenna Type of Antenna RF-ZM-2530B1I: IPEX connector/Half-hole ANT pin Operating Temperature -40 ℃...
  • Page 8: Module Pin Diagram

    RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 2.2 Module Pin Diagram RF-ZM-2530B1 RF-ZM-2530B1I Figure 3. Pin Diagram of RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I 2.3 Pin Functions Table 2. Pin Functions of RF-ZM-2530B1 Name Chip Pin Pin Type Description Ground Power supply: 2.0 V ~ 3.6 V. Recommend to 3.3 V...
  • Page 9 Port 1.3 P1_2 Digital I/O Port 1.2 P1_1 Port 1.1 Digital I/O P1_0 Digital I/O Port 1.0 P0_7 Digital I/O Port 0.7 P0_6 Digital I/O Port 0.6 P0_5 Port 0.5 Digital I/O Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 8 of 25...
  • Page 10 P0_4 Digital I/O Port 0.4 P0_4 Digital I/O Port 0.3 P0_2 Port 0.2 Digital I/O P0_1 Port 0.1 Digital I/O P0_0 Digital I/O Port 0.0 Ground Ground External ANT pin Ground Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 9 of 25...
  • Page 11: 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 4. Recommended Operating Conditions of RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I Items Condition Min.
  • Page 12: Application, Implementation, And Layout

    RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 4 Application, Implementation, and Layout 4.1 Module Photos RF-ZM-2530B1 RF-ZM-2530B1I Figure 4. Photos of RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I 4.2 Recommended PCB Footprint RF-ZM-2530B1 Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 11 of 25...
  • Page 13: Schematic Diagram

    RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 RF-ZM-2530B1I Figure 5. Recommended PCB Footprint of RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I (mm) 4.3 Schematic Diagram Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 12 of 25...
  • Page 14 RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 Figure 6. Schematic Diagram of RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 13 of 25...
  • Page 15: Reference Design Of Rf-Bm-2530B1/B1I

    RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 5.4 Reference Design of RF-BM-2530B1/B1I Figure 7. Reference Design of RF-ZM-2530B1 Figure 8. Reference Design of RF-ZM-2530B1I Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 14 of 25...
  • Page 16: Antenna

    ANT pin, the capacitor position should be removed to the left solder joint to have the access to the ANT pin. The location of the capacitor is shown in the figure below. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 15 of 25...
  • Page 17: External Antenna Design Recommendation Of The Half-Hole Ant Pin

    The traces are as short as possible, and 135° or arc traces are used as much as possible. No vias are used to change layers. More GND vias are placed around the RF traces. Figure 11. Reference Design of the External Antenna Figure 12. Reference Design of the External Antenna Traces Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 16 of 25...
  • Page 18: Ipex Connector Specification

    Figure 13. SI9000 Impedance Calculation Diagram 5.5.4 IPEX Connector Specification RF-ZM-2530B1 module is integrated the IPEX version 1 antenna seat, the specification of the antenna seat is as follows: Figure 14. Specification of Antenna Seat Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd.
  • Page 19: Basic Operation Of Hardware Design

    6. Assuming that there are devices with large electromagnetic interference around the module, which will greatly affect the module performance. It is recommended to stay away from the module according to the strength of the interference. If circumstances permit, appropriate isolation and shielding can be done. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 18 of 25...
  • Page 20: Trouble Shooting

    1. There are co-channel signal interferences nearby. It is recommended to be away from the interference sources or modify the frequency and channel to avoid interferences. 2. The unsatisfactory power supply may also cause garbled. It is necessary to ensure the power supply's reliability. Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 19 of 25...
  • Page 21: Electrostatics Discharge Warnings

    3. If the extension wire or feeder wire is of poor quality or too long, the bit error rate will be high. 5.8 Electrostatics Discharge Warnings The module will be damaged by the discharge of static. RF-star suggests that all modules should follow the 3 precautions below: 1.
  • Page 22 RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 Figure 16. Recommended Reflow for Lead-Free Solder Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 21 of 25...
  • Page 23 The default package method is . If you need the modules to be shipped by tape & reel, pls contact us in advance. Figure 17. Default Package by Tray Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 22 of 25...
  • Page 24 RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 Figure 18. Package by Tape & Reel Shenzhen RF-star Technology Co., Ltd. Page 23 of 25...
  • Page 25 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 24 of 25...
  • Page 26 RF-ZM-2530B1/B1I www.szrfstar.com V1.0 - May, 2023 8 Contact Us SHENZHEN RF-STAR TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Shenzhen HQ: Add.: Room 502, Podium Building No. 12, Shenzhen Bay Science and Technology Ecological Park, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, 518063 Tel.: 86-755-8632 9829 Chengdu Branch: Add.: N2-1604, Global Center, North No.

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