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User guide v1.2 RESTRICTIONS ON USE – SATEL-B2-TR4+ SATEL-B2-TR4+ radio modems have been designed to operate on the 403-473 MHz frequency band, the exact use of which differs from one region and country to another. The user of a radio modem must take care that the said device is not operated without the permission of the local authorities on frequencies other than those specifically reserved and intended for use without a specific permit in each specific country.
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WARNING! Users of SATEL-B2-TR4+ radio modems in North America should be aware, that due to the allocation of the frequency band 406.0 – 406.1 MHz for government use only, the use of radio transceiver on this frequency band without a proper permit is strictly forbidden.
User guide v1.2 RESTRICTIONS ON USE – SATEL-B2-TR489 SATEL-B2-TR489 radio modems have been designed to operate on the following frequency bands, the exact use of which differs from one region and country to another: • 403-473 MHz (licenced frequencies in most countries) •...
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LV, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, TR, US WARNING! Users of SATEL-B2-TR4+ radio modems in North America should be aware, that due to the allocation of the frequency band 406.0 – 406.1 MHz for government use only, the use of radio transceiver on this frequency band without a proper permit is strictly forbidden.
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User guide v1.2 Restrictions on use – 869.4-869.65 MHz frequency band: SATEL-B2-TR489 (the product variants with the metal enclosure described in this user guide) are allowed to be used in the following countries on 869.4-869.65 MHz band, either on license free channels or on channels where the operation requires a license. More detailed information is available from the local frequency management authority.
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The frequency band in USA and Canada is 902 – 928 MHz. In Australia and Brazil the frequency band is limited to 915 – 928 MHz due to the local regulations. SATEL provides the specific product variants that are configured for the specific regions.
User guide v1.2 PRODUCT CONFORMITY Hereby, SATEL Oy declares that SATEL-B2 ME assemblies, incorporating SATEL-TR4+ or SATEL- TR489 radio module in the metal enclosure described in this user guide, are in compliance with the essential requirements (radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety) and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
-The radio modem is only to be operated at frequencies allocated by local authorities, and without exceeding the given maximum allowed output power ratings. SATEL and its distributors are not responsible, if any products manufactured by it are used in unlawful ways.
End users of SATEL products include both public organisations and private individuals. SATEL is the leading manufacturer of radio modems that has field proven solutions based on vast experience in mission critical wireless systems. SATEL radio modems have been certified in most European countries and also in many non-European countries.
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(assigned as SATEL-B2 “ME” assemblies), and as board level OEM variants without enclosures (assigned as SATEL-B2 “MP” assemblies). The combination of a SATEL radio module on a SATEL-B2 motherboard is easy to integrate into the host device. Due to the modular structure, integrators can always select the optimum radio solution that fits the application.
SATEL-B2 Motherboard/Radio Module Assemblies User guide v1.2 1.2 Board level SATEL-B2 “MP” assemblies without enclosure Assembly Description • Radio module: as defined by order code • Motherboard: B2A (horizontal female 26-pin connector, KL0058) • Heat transfer block (ME0909) to be installed between the boards •...
The radio modules listed below are readily available for SATEL-B2 assemblies. Contact SATEL for SATEL-B2 combinations with other radio modules (note also that the radio module must be the product variant with the 20-pin interface connector on the BOTTOM side of the board to fit on SATEL-B2 motherboards).
SATEL-B2 Motherboard/Radio Module Assemblies User guide v1.2 1.5 List of radio module/SATEL-B2 motherboard assemblies The assemblies listed below are readily available (contact SATEL for other combinations). 1.5.1 SATEL-B2 assemblies without radio module Radio module Order code of motherboard assembly combination None ->...
SATEL-B2 Motherboard/Radio Module Assemblies User guide v1.2 1.6 Accessories Accessories are ordered separately. SATEL provides a wide selection of accessories and solutions for SATEL radio modems. o Antennas o Serial data/Power cables and adapters o RF-cables o Mounting parts o Filters and lightning protectors...
User guide v1.2 2 SATEL-B2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS The table below specifies the properties of SATEL-B2 motherboard assemblies. The radio related specifications are presented in the integration guides of the radio modules. SATEL-B2-TR4+ and SATEL-B2-TR489 comply with the following international standards: •...
Depending on the assembly, terminal equipment is connected to one of the connectors presented below. The pinouts of the connectors are listed in the chapter Connector pinouts. BOARD LEVEL ASSEMBLY (SATEL-B2 MP1) (includes SATEL-B2A motherboard) • Antenna cable is connected directly to the female u-Fl connector of the radio module •...
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SATEL-B2 Motherboard/Radio Module Assemblies User guide v1.2 BOARD LEVEL ASSEMBLY WITH D15 ADAPTER (SATEL-B2 MP2): • Antenna cable) is connected directly to the female u-Fl connector of the radio module. • External devices and power are connected to the accompanying D15 adapter.
User guide v1.2 3.1 Connector pinouts SATEL-B2 ASSEMBLIES: 26-PIN HEADER & D15 CONNECTOR PINOUTS "IN" is the direction of the signal from DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) to the radio module. "OUT" is the direction of the signal from the radio module to DTE.
38400bps, 8N1 3.4 General purpose input/output (GPIO) lines SATEL-B2 assemblies provide one input line (GPIN) and one output line (GPOUT) for control signaling between the radio module and the external device: • GPIN controls the status of GPIO5 input of the radio module •...
SATEL-B2 Motherboard/Radio Module Assemblies User guide v1.2 3.6 LED indicators (board level SATEL-B2 assemblies MP1, MP2, M3) The two LED indicators are located on the bottom side of the board as illustrated below. Indication Red flashing Green POWER Power indicator...
SATEL-B2 Motherboard/Radio Module Assemblies User guide v1.2 4 HOW TO ASSEMBLE RADIO MODULE ON MOTHERBOARD APPLIES TO BOARD LEVEL ASSEMBLIES (SATEL-B2 MP1/MP2/MP3) The selected radio module is assembled on the motherboard as shown below. CAUTION! Integrated circuits can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Precautions and proper handling procedures must be followed when handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts such as radio modules and motherboards.
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SATEL-B2 Motherboard/Radio Module Assemblies User guide v1.2 Assembly steps (steps a and b are skipped if ME0909 is readily glued on the motherboard) a) Peel off one of the two plastic strips that protect the adhesive surfaces of the heat transfer block ME0909...
User guide v1.2 5 INSTALLATION OF SATEL-B2 ASSEMBLIES BOARD LEVEL ASSEMBLIES (SATEL-B2 MP1/MP2/MP3) are designed to be mounted inside a host device or an external enclosure. They can be mounted on the host structure by using spacers and screws (max diameter 3 mm). The dimensions of the assemblies are presented in the last chapters.
5.2 Wiring A typical wiring scheme for both the 26-pin connectors of SATEL-B2 MP1/MP3 assemblies and the D15 connector of SATEL-B2 ME1/ME2/ME3/MP2 assemblies is illustrated below. NOTE! •...
SATEL-B2 Motherboard/Radio Module Assemblies User guide v1.2 6 CHECK LIST The following points must be taken into account when installing and configuring a radio modem: All operating voltages of all the equipment concerned must always be switched OFF before connecting the serial interface cable.
SATEL-B2 Motherboard/Radio Module Assemblies User guide v1.2 12 VERSION HISTORY Version history: Version: Date: Remarks: 26.6.2023 First Draft. 17.8.2023 Updated pictures. 18.8.2023 Typos corrected.
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