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XLR PRO® Radio Frequency (RF) ModuleUser GuidePRELIMINARY DRAFT
DisclaimersInformation in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Digi International. Digi provides this document “as is,” without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of fitness or merchantability for a particular purpose. Digi may make improvements and/or changes in this manual or in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in this manual at any time.Trademarks and CopyrightDigi, Digi International, the Digi logo, and XLR PRO are trademarks or registered trademarks in the United States and other countries worldwide. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. © 2014 Digi International. All rights reserved.Customer SupportIf you need assistance, contact technical support:• Telephone (8:00 am - 5:00 pm—U.S. Mountain Time):(866) 765-9885 toll-free U.S.A. & Canada(801) 765-9885 Worldwide• Fax: 952-912-4952• Online:www.digi.com/support/eservice/• Email: tech.support@digi.comXLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User GuidePart Number 90001407Revision Date DescriptionP1 April 2014 Preliminary draft.PRELIMINARY DRAFT
XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User Guide 3 ContentsAbout the XLR PRO Radio Frequency (RF) ModuleXLR PRO RF Module Technical Specifications 5XLR PRO RF Module Receiver Sensitivity 6XLR PRO RF Module Pin Signals 6XLR PRO RF Module Data Rates 9XLR PRO CertificationsFCC (United States) Certification 11FCC Labeling Requirements 11FCC Notices 12FCC Limited Modular Approval 12FCC-Approved Antennas 12IC (Industry Canada) Certification 13IC Labeling Requirements 13XLR PRO Approved AntennasOmni-Directional Antennas 15Yagi Antennas 16PRELIMINARY DRAFT
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XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User Guide 5 About the XLR PRO Radio Frequency (RF) ModuleThe XLR PRO Application Name is a high performance, industrial grade long-range RF solution using Chirp Spread Spectrum (CSS) technology to maximize range and significantly increase immunity to interference.XLR PRO Application Name Technical SpecificationsSpecification DescriptionTransmit Power (Software Selectable) 30 dBm (highest power level)Receiver Sensitivity Up to -120 dBm (see XLR PRO RF Module Receiver Sensitivity on page 6)Throughput Data Rate (Software Selectable)TBDRF Data Rate 9 kbps to 3.1 MbpsNetworking and SecurityTransmission Chirp Spread Spectrum (CSS)Modulation Quadrature Phase Shift Keying (QPSK)Supported Network Topologies Point-to-point, Point-to-multipoint, Broadcast repeaterInterface Serial CMOS UART and I/O linesEncryption 128bit AESPower RequirementsSupply Voltage 3.8 to 5.5VDC Note Operation below 4.5V may reduce radio transmit power performance and LNA sensitivity. PRELIMINARY DRAFT
6 XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User GuideXLR PRO RF Module Receiver SensitivityXLR PRO Application Name Pin SignalsReceive Current 295 mA at 5 VTransmit Current 1.5 A at 5 VShutdown Mode Power Down 3 μAEnvironmentalOperating Temperature -40 C to 70 CCertificationsFCC ID MCQ-XLRP (pending)IC 1846A-XLRP (pending)Hazardous Locations C1D2 (pending)Specification DescriptionData RateReceiver Sensitivity (25°C)(dBm)9 kbps -12028 kbps -11965 kbps -116140 kbps -113290 kbps -109590 kbps -1061.1 Mbps -1042.3 Mbps -1003.1 Mbps -98Pin # Name Description1 Reserved Do not connect2 Reserved Do not connect3 Reserved Do not connectPRELIMINARY DRAFT
XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User Guide 7 XLR PRO Application Name Pin Signals4 Reserved Do not connect5 GND Ground6 VDD-5V Power Supply7 Reserved Do not connect8 Reserved Do not connect9 Reserved Do not connect10 Reserved Do not connect11 VDD-5V Power Supply12 GND Ground13 3.3V_OUT Regulated Output Voltage from VDD_5V. Controlled by nSHUTDOWN.14 3.3V_IN Voltage Supply for the Primary Processor and the I/O Voltages15 3.3V_ADJUST Voltage Control of 3.3V_OUT16 nRESET Module Reset17 Reserved Do not connect18 DIO0/AD0/CommBtn GPIO/Analog Input/Commissioning Button19 Reserved Do not connect20 DIO1/AD1 GPIO/Analog Input21 Reserved Do not connect22 DIO2/AD2 GPIO/Analog Input23 Reserved Do not connect24 DIO1/AD1 GPIO/Analog Input25 Reserved Do not connect26 DIO4 GPIO27 Reserved Do not connect28 DIO5/ASSOC GPIO/Associate Indicator29 DIO19/SPI_nATTN GPIO/SPI AttentionPin # Name DescriptionPRELIMINARY DRAFT
8 XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User Guide30 DIO8/nDTR/SLP_RQ GPIO/Pin Sleep Control Line31 DIO17/SPI_nSSEL GPIO/SPI Slave Select32 DIO9/ON_nSLEEP GPIO/Module Status Indicator33 DIO16/SPI_SI GPIO/SPI Slave In34 VREF Used internally used for programmable secondary processor. For compatibility with other XLR modules, we recommend connecting this pin to the voltage reference if Analog Sampling is desired. Otherwise, connect to GND.35 DIO15/SPI_SO GPIO/SPI Slave Out36 DIO10/PWM0/RSSI/DAC0 GPIO/RX Signal Strength Indicator37 DIO18/SPI_CLK GPIO/SPI Clock38 DIO11/PWM1/DAC1 GPIO/Pulse Witdh Modulator39 DIO7/nCTS GPIO/Clear-to-Send Flow Control40 DIO12/CD/PWM2/ADTRG GPIO/Pulse Width Modulator41 DIO6/nRTS GPIO/Request-to-Send Flow Control42 GND Ground43 DIO13/DOUT UART Data out44 Reserved Do not connect45 DIO14/DIN/nConfig UART Data in46 nSHUTDOWN Module Shutdown47 GND Ground48 VDD_5V Power Supply49 Reserved Do not connect50 Reserved Do not connect51 Reserved Do not connect52 Reserved Do not connectPin # Name DescriptionPRELIMINARY DRAFT
XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User Guide 9 XLR PRO Application Name Data RatesXLR PRO Application Name Data RatesRF Baud Rate SettingRaw Data Rate 9605 Mhz BW (Kbps)0x00 9.3800x01 12.500x02 28.140x03 37.520x04 65.660x05 87.550x06 140.70x07 187.60x08 290.80x09 387.70x0A 590.90x0B 787.80x0C 11910x0D 15880x0E 23920x0F 3189PRELIMINARY DRAFT
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XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User Guide 11 XLR PRO CertificationsThe XLR PRO radio frequency (RF) module, when used with approved antennas, complies with the FCC and IC certifications detailed in this section. For a list of antennas approved for use with XLR PRO, see XLR PRO Approved Antennas on page 15.FCC (United States) CertificationThe XLR PRO RF module complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and regulations. Compliance with the labeling requirements, FCC notices, and antenna usage guidelines is required. To operate under Digi International FCC Certification, RF modules/integrators must comply with the following regulations:1The system integrator must ensure that the text provided with this device (see FCC-Required Label Text on page 11) is placed on the outside of the final product and within the final product operation manual.2The XLR PRO RF module may be used only with antennas that have been tested and approved for use with this module refer to XLR PRO Approved Antennas on page 15.FCC Labeling RequirementsFCC-Required Label TextWARNING: The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) must ensure that FCC labeling requirements are met. This includes a clearly visible label on the outside of the final product enclosure that displays the text shown in FCC-Required Label Text on page 11.Contains FCC ID: MCQ-XLRPThe enclosed device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (i.) this device may not cause harmful interference and (ii.) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.PRELIMINARY DRAFT
12 XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User GuideFCC NoticesIMPORTANT: The XLR PRO OEM RF Module has been certified by the FCC for use with other products without any further certification (as per FCC section 2.1091). Modifications not expressly approved by Digi International could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.IMPORTANT: The RF module has been certified for remote and base radio applications. If the module will be used for portable applications, the device must undergo SAR testing.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna, Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver, Connect equipment and receiver to outlets on different circuits, or Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.FCC Limited Modular ApprovalThis is an RF module approved for Limited Modular use operating as a mobile transmitting device with respect to section 2.1091 and is limited to OEM installation for Mobile and Fixed applications only. During final installation, end-users are prohibited from access to any programming parameters. Professional installation adjustment is required for setting module power and antenna gain to meet EIRP compliance for high gain antenna(s).Final antenna installation and operating configurations of this transmitter including antenna gain and cable loss must not exceed the EIRP of the configuration used for calculating MPE. Grantee (Digi) must coordinate with OEM integrators to ensure the end-users and installers of products operating with the module are provided with operating instructions to satisfy RF exposure requirements.The FCC grant is valid only when the device is sold to OEM integrators. Integrators are instructed to ensure the end-user has no manual instructions to remove, adjust or install the device.FCC-Approved AntennasWARNING: This device has been tested with Reverse Polarity SMA connectors with the antennas listed in XLR PRO Approved Antennas on page 15. When integrated into OEM products, fixed antennas require installation preventing end-users from replacing them with non-approved antennas. Antennas not listed in the XLR PRO Approved Antennas on page 15 must be tested to comply with FCC Section 15.203 (unique antenna connectors) and Section 15.247 (emissions).PRELIMINARY DRAFT
XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User Guide 13 IC (Industry Canada) CertificationFixed Base Station and Mobile ApplicationsDigi RF Modules are pre-FCC approved for use in fixed base station and mobile applications. When the antenna is mounted at least 20cm (8") from nearby persons, the application is considered a mobile application.Portable Applications and SAR TestingIf the module will be used at distances closer than 20cm to all persons, the device may be required to undergo SAR testing. Co-location with other transmitting antennas closer than 20cm should be avoided.RF ExposureThe following statement must be included as a CAUTION statement in OEM product manuals.IC (Industry Canada) CertificationThis device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (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 exempts de licence. 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.IC Labeling RequirementsLabeling requirements for Industry Canada are similar to those of the FCC. A clearly visible label on the outside of the final product enclosure must display the following text.WARNING: The FCC requires that all spread spectrum devices operating within the Unlicensed radio frequency bands must limit themselves to a maximum radiated power of 4 Watts EIRP. Failure to observe this limit is a violation of our warranty terms, and shall void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This can be stated as follows:RF power - cable loss + antenna gain <= 36 dBm eirpCAUTION: This equipment is approved for mobile and base station transmitting devices only. Antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.PRELIMINARY DRAFT
14 XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User GuideIC-Required TextTransmitters with Detachable AntennasThis radio transmitter (IC: 1846A-XLRP) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed in XLR PRO Approved Antennas on page 15 with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.Le présent émetteur radio (IC: 1846A-XLRP) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci?dessous et ayant un gain admissible maximal et l'impédance requise pour chaque type d'antenne. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de l'émetteur.Detachable AntennaUnder Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may operate using only an antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication.Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peutfonctionner avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvépour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada. Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillageradioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne etson gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépassepas l'intensité nécessaire àl'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante.Contains IC:1846A-XLRPThe integrator is responsible for its product to comply with IC ICES-003 & FCC Part 15, Sub. B-Unintentional Radiators. ICES-003 is the same as FCC Part 15 Sub. B and Industry Canada accepts FCC test report or CISPR 22 test report for compliance with ICES-003.PRELIMINARY DRAFT
XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User Guide 15 XLR PRO Approved AntennasOmni-Directional AntennasPart Number Type ConnectorGain (dBi) ApplicationMinimum Cable Loss or TX Power Reduction Required in dBA09-F0 OMNI RPN 0.0 Fixed 0A09-F1 OMNI RPN 1.0 Fixed 0A09-F2 OMNI RPN 2.1 Fixed 0A09-F3 OMNI RPN 3.1 Fixed 0A09-F4 OMNI RPN 4.1 Fixed 0A09-F5 OMNI RPN 5.1 Fixed 0A09-F6 OMNI RPN 6.1 Fixed 0.1A09-F7 OMNI RPN 7.1 Fixed 1.1A09-F8 OMNI RPN 8.1 Fixed 2.1A09-W7 OMNI RPN 7.1 Fixed 1.1A09-F0 OMNI RPSMA 0.0 Fixed 0A09-F1 OMNI RPSMA 1.0 Fixed 0A09-F2 OMNI RPSMA 2.1 Fixed 0A09-F3 OMNI RPSMA 3.1 Fixed 0A09-F4 OMNI RPSMA 4.1 Fixed 0A09-F5 OMNI RPSMA 5.1 Fixed 0A09-F6 OMNI RPSMA 6.1 Fixed 0.1A09-F7 OMNI RPSMA 7.1 Fixed 1.1A09-F8 OMNI RPSMA 8.1 Fixed 2.1A09-M7 OMNI RPSMAF 7.2 Fixed 1.2A09-W7SM OMNI RPSMA 7.1 Fixed 1.1A09-F0TM OMNI RPTNC 0.0 Fixed 0A09-F1TM OMNI RPTNC 1.0 Fixed 0A09-F2TM OMNI RPTNC 2.1 Fixed 0A09-F3TM OMNI RPTNC 3.1 Fixed 0PRELIMINARY DRAFT
16 XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User GuideYagi AntennasA09-F4TM OMNI RPTNC 4.1 Fixed 0A09-F5TM OMNI RPTNC 5.1 Fixed 0A09-F6TM OMNI RPTNC 6.1 Fixed 0.1A09-F7TM OMNI RPTNC 7.1 Fixed 1.1A09-F8TM OMNI RPTNC 8.1 Fixed 2.1A09-W7TM OMNI RPTNC 7.1 Fixed 1.1A09-HSM-7 OMNI RPSMA 3.0 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-HASM-675 OMNI RPSMA 2.1 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-HABMM-P61 OMNI MMCX 2.1 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-HABMM-6-P61 OMNI MMCX 2.1 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-HBMM-P61 OMNI MMCX 2.1 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-HRSM OMNI RPSMA 2.1 Fixed 0A09-HASM-7 OMNI RPSMA 2.1 Fixed 0A09-HG OMNI RPSMA 2.1 Fixed 0A09-HATM OMNI RPTNC 2.1 Fixed 0A09-HATM-10 OMNI RPTNC 2.1 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-H OMNI RPSMA 2.1 Fixed 0A09-HBMMP61 OMNI MMCX 2.1 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-QBMMP61 OMNI MMCX 1.9 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-QSM-3 OMNI RPSMA 1.9 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-QSM-3H OMNI RPSMA 1.9 Fixed/Mobile 0A09-QBMM-P61 OMNI MMCX 1.9 Fixed/Mobile 0Max Gain 8.1Part Number Type ConnectorGain (dBi) ApplicationMinimum Cable Loss or TX Power Reduction Required in dBPart Number Type ConnectorGain (dBi) ApplicationMinimum Cable Loss or TX Power Reduction Required in dBA09-Y6 2-Element Yagi RPN 6.1 Fixed/Mobile 0.1A09-Y7 3-Element Yagi RPN 7.1 Fixed/Mobile 1.1A09-Y8 4-Element Yagi RPN 8.1 Fixed/Mobile 2.2A09-Y9 4-Element Yagi RPN 9.1 Fixed/Mobile 3.1A09-Y10 5-Element Yagi RPN 10.1 Fixed/Mobile 4.1A09-Y11 6-Element Yagi RPN 11.1 Fixed/Mobile 5.1PRELIMINARY DRAFT
XLR PRO Radio Frequency Module User Guide 17 Yagi AntennasA09-Y12 7-Element Yagi RPN 12.1 Fixed/Mobile 6.1A09-Y13 9-Element Yagi RPN 13.1 Fixed/Mobile 7.1A09-Y14 10-Element Yagi RPN 14.1 Fixed/Mobile 8.1A09-Y14 12-Element Yagi RPN 14.1 Fixed/Mobile 8.1A09-Y15 13-Element Yagi RPN 15.1 Fixed/Mobile 9.1A09-Y15 15-Element Yagi RPN 15.1 Fixed/Mobile 9.1A09-Y6TM 2-Element Yagi RPTNC 6.1 Fixed/Mobile 0.1A09-Y7TM 3-Element Yagi RPTNC 7.1 Fixed/Mobile 1.1A09-Y8TM 4-Element Yagi RPTNC 8.1 Fixed/Mobile 2.1A09-Y9TM 4-Element Yagi RPTNC 9.1 Fixed/Mobile 3.1A09-Y10TM 5-Element Yagi RPTNC 10.1 Fixed/Mobile 4.1A09-Y11TM 6-Element Yagi RPTNC 11.1 Fixed/Mobile 5.1A09-Y12TM 7-Element Yagi RPTNC 12.1 Fixed/Mobile 6.1A09-Y13TM 9-Element Yagi RPTNC 13.1 Fixed/Mobile 7.1A09-Y14TM 10-Element Yagi RPTNC 14.1 Fixed/Mobile 8.1A09-Y14TM 12-Element Yagi RPTNC 14.1 Fixed/Mobile 8.1A09-Y15TM 13-Element Yagi RPTNC 15.1 Fixed/Mobile 9.1A09-Y15TM 15-Element Yagi RPTNC 15.1 Fixed/Mobile 9.1Max Gain 15.1Part Number Type ConnectorGain (dBi) ApplicationMinimum Cable Loss or TX Power Reduction Required in dBPRELIMINARY DRAFT
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