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Ublox IRIS-W10 Series System Integration Manual

Stand-alone multi-radio module with dual band wi-fi 6, bluetooth low energy 5.3 or 802.15.4
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IRIS-W10 series
Stand-alone multi-radio module with dual band Wi-Fi 6,
Bluetooth® Low Energy 5.3 or 802.15.4
System integration manual
Abstract
This manual provides a functional overview combined with best-practice design guidelines for
integrating IRIS-W10 in customer applications. Targeted towards hardware and software engineers,
the document describes the hardware design-in, software, component handling, regulatory
compliance and testing of the module. It also includes a list of approved external antennas for use
with the module. IRIS-W10 provides tri-radio Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth® 5.3 low energy and 802.15.4. IRIS-
W10 has an open CPU architecture with a powerful MCU for customer applications. The module
series also includes variants with or without an internal antenna.
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  • Page 1 IRIS-W10 series Stand-alone multi-radio module with dual band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth® Low Energy 5.3 or 802.15.4 System integration manual Abstract This manual provides a functional overview combined with best-practice design guidelines for integrating IRIS-W10 in customer applications. Targeted towards hardware and software engineers, the document describes the hardware design-in, software, component handling, regulatory compliance and testing of the module.

  • Page 2: Document Information

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Document information Title IRIS-W10 series Stand-alone multi-radio module with dual band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth® Low Subtitle Energy 5.3 or 802.15.4 Document type System integration manual Document number UBX-23003263 Revision and date 20-Nov-2023 Disclosure restriction...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Contents Document information ..........................2 Contents ................................3 Functional description ......................... 6 1.1 Overview ................................ 6 1.2 Module Architecture ........................... 6 1.2.1 Block diagram ............................7 1.3 Software options ............................8 1.3.1 Open CPU.............................. 8 Module integration ..........................
  • Page 4 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 3.4 GND pins ..............................27 3.5 Data communication interfaces ......................27 3.5.1 SDIO 3.0 ..............................27 3.5.2 USB 2.0 ...............................29 3.5.3 Ethernet RMII ............................29 3.6 General layout guidelines ........................30 3.6.1 Considerations for schematic design and PCB floor-planning ..........30 3.6.2 Layout and manufacturing ......................30...
  • Page 5 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 6.4 FCC and ISED compliance ........................48 FCC compliance ..............................48 6.4.2 RF-exposure statement ........................49 6.4.3 End product user manual instructions..................49 6.4.4 End product labeling requirements ....................50 6.4.5 FCC and IC IDs ...........................51 6.4.6 End product compliance ........................51 6.5 Japan radio equipment compliance ......................52...

  • Page 6: Functional Description

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Functional description 1.1 Overview IRIS-W10 series an ultra-compact module including NXP RW612 tri-radio Wireless MCU System-On- Chip (SoC). The module is intended for stand-alone products with the application SW running on the embedded Arm® Cortex®-M33 MCU.

  • Page 7: Block Diagram

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 1.2.1 Block diagram The block diagram of the IRIS-W101 module is shown in Figure IRIS-W101 RW 1 0 11 di e er Wi- i s itc etoot T / oot stra Po er management...

  • Page 8: Software Options

    Arm GCC [21] 1.3.1 Open CPU The Open CPU architecture of IRIS-W10 series module allows module integrators to build their own applications. Table 2 describes the possible connectivity and application support in recommended MCUXpresso SDK environments for IRIS-W10 hardware. See also Open CPU software.

  • Page 9: Module Integration

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Module integration IRIS-W10 module is intended for stand-alone applications running on its embedded Arm Cortex-M33 MCU – implemented either with MCUXpresso or FreeRTOS . The module includes an on-chip 1.2 MB SRAM and an 8 MB eXecute-In-Place Flash. Memory expansion with up to 128 MB pSRAM is possible through the QSPI pSRAM interface.

  • Page 10: Digital I/O Interfaces Reference Voltage, Vccio

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual • Low Drop Out (LDO) regulator It is important that any power source complies with specified voltage tolerances and can source the required peak currents. When using IRIS-W10 with a battery, it is important that the chosen battery can handle the peak power of the module.

  • Page 11: Antenna Interface

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 2.3 Antenna interface Figure 4 summarizes each of the available antenna options. Figure 4: Antenna options IRIS-W10 versions are equipped either with an internal Niche PCB trace antenna or RF pin. • IRIS-W106 is equipped with an internal 2.4 and 5-6 GHz dual band Niche PCB trace antenna.

  • Page 12: Internal Antenna (Iris-W106)

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual ⚠ Make sure the correct antenna impedance is connected to the RF port prior to power-on. Failing to do so may cause undesirable operation of the module. 2.3.1 Internal antenna (IRIS-W106) For proper antenna performance observe the following design considerations.

  • Page 13: Antenna Reference Design (Iris-W101)

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 2.3.2 Antenna reference design (IRIS-W101) The module reference design is used for certification. To leverage u-blox FCC pre-certifiation, the application product must have an identical design to that of the module reference design. Figure 6...

  • Page 14: Module Reset

    2.4 Module reset IRIS-W10 series module is reset and set in Power-down mode by applying a low level on the PDn input pin. A low logic level on this pin initiates an “e terna ” or “ ard are” reset of t e mod e. T e prevailing parameter settings at the time of the reset are not saved in the non-volatile memory of the module and a proper Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE network detach is not performed.

  • Page 15: Usb 2.0

    2.6.3 SDIO 3.0 IRIS-W10 series modules include a SDIO device interface that is compatible with the industry standard SDIO 3.0 specification (UHS-I, up to 104 Mbyte/s). It allows a controller using the SDIO bus protocol to access Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE functions. The module also supports legacy modes, such as default speed and High-Speed modes.

  • Page 16: Serial Interfaces

    The IRIS-W10 SPI interface supports Main and Sub modes with up to four Main selects. The module supported bitrates up to 30 Mbps. IRIS-W10 series supports QSPI interface for use with an external PSRAM memory. The interfaces are supplied from the VIO power domain.

  • Page 17: Universal Synchronous Asynchronous Serial Interface (Usart)

    The Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) interfaces can be used to transfer or receive data on a 2-wire bus network. The IRIS-W10 series contains up to two I2C bus interfaces and can operate as both Main and Sub modes using both standard (100 kbps) and fast (400 kbps) transmission speeds. The interface uses the SCL signal to clock instructions and data on the SDA signal.

  • Page 18: I2S Interface

    Clock (SCK), Word select (WS), and Serial Data (SD). 2.8 GPIO pins IRIS-W10 series IRIS-W10 provides up to 64 GPIO’s, which can be configured as general-purpose input or output. You can use two GPIOs for digital-to-analog conversion (DAC) and eight for analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) with common trigger and voltage reference pins.

  • Page 19: Jtag And Swd Debug Interface

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 2.9 JTAG and SWD Debug interface IRIS-W10 modules support both Serial Wire debug (SWD) and JTAG debug (software download), see EVK-IRIS-W10 User guide [3]. When designing an application product with IRIS-W1, the SWD interface pins to the module (SWDCLK, SWDIO) and JTAG pins (JTAG_TCK, JTAG_TDI, JTAG_TDO, JTAG_TMS, JTAG_TRSTn) should ideally be made accessible in the application design.

  • Page 20: Design-In

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Design-in 3.1 Overview All application circuits must be properly designed, but several points require special attention during the application design. In an order of importance:: • Select appropriate antenna type and part. • Follow the schematic and layout reference design recommendations provided in this document.

  • Page 21: Antenna Design

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 3.2.1 Antenna design To optimize the radiated performance of the final product, the selection and placement of both the module and antenna must be chosen with due regard to the mechanical structure and electrical design of the product.
  • Page 22 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Item Requirements Remarks To maximize the amount of power transferred to the antenna, the impedance of the antenna termination must match (as far as possible) the 50  nominal impedance of antenna pins over the operating frequency range,.

  • Page 23: Rf Transmission Line Design

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual • Ensure that correct the installation and deployment of the antenna system, including PCB layout and matching circuitry, is done correctly. Strictly follow the specific guidelines provided by the antenna manufacturer. • Further to the custom PCB and product restrictions, antennas can also require some tuning/matching to reach the target performance.
  • Page 24 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Figure 9 shows the cross-sectional area of each trace design. Figure 9: Transmission line trace design Follow these recommendations to design a 50  transmission line correctly: • Designers must provide enough clearance from surrounding traces and ground in the same layer.

  • Page 25: Rf Connector Design

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual • Avoid stubs on the transmission lines. Any component on the transmission line should be placed with the connected pin located over the trace. Also avoid any unnecessary components on RF traces. 3.2.3 RF connector design If an external antenna is required, the designer should consider using a proper RF connector.

  • Page 26: Supply Interfaces

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Figure 10 shows a proper layout example for a U.FL connector. Figure 10: U.FL connector layout example 3.3 Supply interfaces 3.3.1 Module supply design Although the GND pins are internally connected, it is advisable to connect all available ground pins on the application board to solid ground with a good (low impedance) connection to external ground.

  • Page 27: Vcc Application Circuits

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 3.3.2 VCC application circuits VCC application circuits designed with a switched mode power supply (SMPS) makes for ideal choice when the available primary supply source has a more than moderately higher voltage than the operating supply of the module.
  • Page 28 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Figure 11 shows the suggested application schematic for the SDIO bus. The electrical requirements of the bus are described in Table Figure 11: SDIO application schematic ☞ As an EMI debug option and signal termination for SDIO_CLK, consider using a small-value capacitor in the range of few picofarads to GND.

  • Page 29: Usb 2.0

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 3.5.2 USB 2.0 The USB bus supports Hi-Speed connectivity with a transfer rate of 480 Mb/s. USB 2.0 offers a controlled impedance bus that uses a single differential pair. The main parameters to considerr when...

  • Page 30: General Layout Guidelines

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 3.6 General layout guidelines This section describes the best practice for the schematic design and circuit layout of the application. 3.6.1 Considerations for schematic design and PCB floor-planning • Low frequency signals are generally not critical to the layout and designers should focus on the higher speed buses.

  • Page 31: Module Footprint And Paste Mask

    Figure 13 Figure 14 show the pin layout for the IRIS-W10 series module. The proposed land pattern layout corresponds with the pin layout of the module. Both Solder Mask Defined (SMD) and Non Solder Mask Defined (NSMD) pins can be used.

  • Page 32: Thermal Guidelines

    3.6.4 Thermal guidelines IRIS-W10 series modules are designed to operate in a specified temperature range at an ambient temperature inside the enclosure box. The PCB generates heat during high loads that must be dissipated to sustain the lifetime of the components.
  • Page 33 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Contact discharges are performed on conductive surfaces, while air discharges are performed on insulating surfaces. Indirect contact discharges are performed on the measurement setup horizontal and vertical coupling planes as defined in CENELEC EN 61000-4-2.

  • Page 34: Design-In Checklists

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 3.7 Design-in checklists 3.7.1 Schematic checklist  The module pins are properly numbered and designated on the schematic, as shown in the pin list of the data sheet [2].  Power supply design comply with the voltage supply requirement, as described in the respective IRIS-W10 data sheet [2].

  • Page 35: Open Cpu Software

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Open CPU software This section describes how to download and setup the software for different applications. The MCU software development toolkit, MCUXpresso SDK [15], currently supports the following environments: • MCUXpresso IDE • IAR Embedded Workbench •...

  • Page 36: Open Cpu Ide

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 4.2 Open CPU IDE Use this guide to import, configure, build, debug, and run the IRIS-W10 demo in the supported IDEs. 4.2.1 Building for IRIS-W10 with MCUXpresso IDE setup To build a demo application:...
  • Page 37 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 4.2.2.1 Install Arm GCC toolchain To install the toolchain: Download the toolchain [18] for Linux x86_64 system and cmake [19]. gcc-arm-none-eabi-XXXXXX-x86_64- linux.tar.bz2 (Linux x86_64 tarball) tar -xf gcc-arm-none-eabi-10-2020-q4-major-x86_64-linux.tar.bz2 Export the ARMGCC_DIR export ARMGCC_DIR=/toolchain-dir/gcc-arm-none-eabi-XXXXXX Add toolchain path to PATH environment export PATH=$PATH:/toolchain-dir/gcc-arm-none-eabi-XXXXXX/bin/ 4.2.2.2...

  • Page 38: Building For Iris-W10 With Iar Workbench Ide

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 4.2.3 Building for IRIS-W10 with IAR Workbench IDE The software development process for the IRIS-W10 module can be accomplished using the IAR Embedded Workbench IDE. To build a demo application: Download MCUXpresso SDK [15]...

  • Page 39: Flashing Over The Jtag Interface Using An External Debugger

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Launch the flashing tool on the computer. Figure 15 Figure 16 show flashing examples using the SEGGER J-link Lite Software flashing tool running on the host computer. Figure 13: J-Flash Lite device SWD interface Figure 14: J-Flash Lite program target device over SWD interface 4.3.2...
  • Page 40 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Figure 15: J-Flash Lite device over JTAG interface Figure 16: J-Flash Lite program target device over JTAG ☞ SEGGER J-Link BASE or NXP MCU-link Probe external debugger works with IRIS-W10 module. ☞ To generate a application, it is necessary to utilize an internal feature of the .bin/.hex...

  • Page 41: Blhost Application

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 4.4 blhost application application is a command-line utility used on the host computer to initiate communication blhost and send commands to the IRIS-W1 bootloader. supports multi-platforms like Windows, Linux blhost (x86-based), macOS, and Linux (arm-based). The host computer can communicate directly with the IRIS-W1 bootloader over the UART (serial port) or USB connection.

  • Page 42: Handling And Soldering

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Handling and soldering ⚠ IRIS-W10 series modules are Electrostatic Sensitive Devices that demand the observance of special handling precautions against static damage. Failure to observe these precautions can result in severe damage to the product.

  • Page 43: Packaging, Shipping, Storage, And Moisture Preconditioning

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 5.2 Packaging, shipping, storage, and moisture preconditioning For information pertaining to reels, tapes or trays, moisture sensitivity levels (MSL), shipment and storage, as well as drying for preconditioning, refer to the IRIS-W10 data sheet and Packaging information reference guide [12].

  • Page 44: Cleaning

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Figure 16: Reflow profile ☞ The lower value of T and slower ramp down rate (2–3 °C/sec) is preferred. 5.3.2 Cleaning Cleaning the module is not recommended. Residues underneath the module can’t be easily removed with a washing process.
  • Page 45 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual • Grounding metal covers: Attempts to improve grounding by soldering ground cables, wick, or other forms of metal strips directly onto the EMI covers is done so at the customer’s own risk and will void the module warranty.

  • Page 46: Qualifications And Approvals

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Qualifications and approvals ⚠ Approvals for the IRIS-W1 module series are currently pending. For further information about the current approval status, see the Qualifications and approvals in the data sheet [2]. 6.1 General requirements...

  • Page 47: Ce End-Product Regulatory Compliance

    Northern Ireland. Northern Ireland continues to accept the CE marking. The following notice is applicable to Great Britain only. IRIS-W10 series modules have been evaluated against the essential requirements of the Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (SI 2017 No. 1206, as amended by SI 2019 No. 696).

  • Page 48: Fcc And Ised Compliance

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 6.4 FCC and ISED compliance ⚠ Approvals are pending This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with ISED license-exempt RSS standard(s). ⚠ Any changes or modification NOT explicitly APPROVED by u-blox AG may invalidate the module compliance against FCC rules part 15 and consequently void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 49: Rf-Exposure Statement

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 6.4.1.1 FCC statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 50: End Product Labeling Requirements

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual ☞ This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, cience and conomic eve o ment anada’s icence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference.

  • Page 51: Fcc And Ic Ids

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual ☞ In accordance with 47 CFR § 15.19, the end product shall bear the following statement in a conspicuous location on the device: "This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions;...

  • Page 52: Japan Radio Equipment Compliance

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 6.5 Japan radio equipment compliance ⚠ Approvals are pending 6.5.1 Compliance statement IRIS-W1 series modules comply with the Japanese Technical Regulation Conformity Certification of Specified Radio Equipment (ordinance of MPT N°. 37, 1981), Article 2, Paragraph 1: •...

  • Page 53: Labeling Requirements For End Product

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 6.6.2 Labeling requirements for end product End products based on IRIS-W1 series modules and targeted for distribution in Taiwan must carry labels with the textual and graphical elements shown in Figure Contains Transmitter Module xxxxxxxyyyyyyy 內含發射器模組...

  • Page 54: Australia And New Zealand Regulatory Compliance

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual In cases where the final product is to be installed in locations where the end user is unable to see the Anatel logo, IRIS-W1 Homologation number and/or statement, these graphical and textual elements must be included in the end product manual.

  • Page 55: Antennas

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Antennas This chapter describes the antennas that are planned for pre-approval with IRIS-W1 modules. ⚠ All approvals are currently pending ☞ Note that not all antennas are approved for use in all markets/regions. 7.1 Antenna accessories Name U.FL to SMA adapter cable...
  • Page 56 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual InSide-WLAN Square (InSide™ WLAN P.No 403-100/PRO-IS-579) Manufacturer Abracon Gain +3.0 dBi Impedance 50 Ω Size 24x22x1 mm with mounting hole Type Patch Cable length 100 mm Connector U.FL. connector Comment Should be attached to a plastic enclosure or part for best performance.

  • Page 57: Product Testing

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Product testing 8.1 u-blox in-line production testing As part of our focus on high quality products, u-blox maintain stringent quality controls throughout the production process. This means that all units in our manufacturing facilities are fully tested and that any identified defects are carefully analyzed to improve future production quality.

  • Page 58: Oem Manufacturer Production Test

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual 8.2 OEM manufacturer production test As all u-blox products undergo thorough in-series production testing prior to delivery, OEM manufacturers don’t need to repeat any firmware tests or measurements that might otherwise be necessary to confirm RF performance. Testing over analog and digital interfaces is also unnecessary during an OEM production test.

  • Page 59: Appendix

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Appendix A Glossary Abbreviation Definition Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene Analog to Digital Converter Automatic Test Equipment Bluetooth Low Energy Clear To Send Data/Command Signal Device Firmware Update Dual-Data Rate Device Under Test Electro Magnetic Compatibility...
  • Page 60 IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Abbreviation Definition SubMiniature version A Solder Mask Defined SMPS Switching Mode Power Supply Surface-Mount Technology Serial Peripheral Interface Serial Wire Debug Thread Networking protocol for Internet of Things (IoT) "smart" home automation devices to communicate on a...

  • Page 61: Related Documentation

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Related documentation IRIS-W10 product summary, UBX-23000279 IRIS-W10 data sheet, UBX-23002331 EVK-IRIS-W1 user guide, UBX-23007837 JEDEC J-STD-020C - Moisture/Reflow Sensitivity Classification for Non Hermetic Solid State Surface Mount Devices IEC EN 61000-4-2 - Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-2: Testing and measurement techniques –...

  • Page 62: Ubx-23003263 - R04

    IRIS-W10 series - System integration manual Revision history Revision Date Name Comments 28-Mar-2023 lber, tpat Initial release 21-Sep-2023 lber, tpat Deleted pin list, product features list, and table data describing country code approvals status (with all relevant content now maintained in data sheet).

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