ETC PRM120

INTEGRATION GUIDE FOR TRANSITIONING FROM LT2510 TO RM024
INTRODUCTION
The RM024 is the first new module in Laird’s rebranded RAMP (Range Amplified MultiPoint) line of
modules. Laird’s RAMP modules excel at providing a wireless serial link over long ranges and with
support for multipoint networks. RAMP modules utilize a Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
(FHSS) protocol for greater interference and multipath immunity. With two transceivers, the RAMP
line can provide a wireless serial cable replacement capable of extending communications well
beyond the 50 foot maximum for wired connections. RAMP modules also support multipoint –
Star network topologies – and users can employ a nearly unlimited number of clients for
applications such as sensors, controls, and text display boards.
The RM024 is based on the same core technology as the LT2510 and is designed to be a drop in
replacement. Differences between the modules may affect customer designs though; this
document will identify those differences. The RM024 and the LT2510 are over the air compatible
and can both be used in the same network.
PART NUMBERS
LT2510
Part Number
RM024
Part Number
Form Factor
Maximum
Tx Power
Antenna
EEPROM
Product ID
PRM110
RM024-S125-C-01
SMT
125 mW
u.FL Jack
RM024125C01
PRM111
RM024-S125-M-01
SMT
125 mW
Chip
Antenna
RM024125M01
PRM120
RM024-P125-C-01
Pluggable
125 mW
u.FL Jack
RM024125C01
PRM121
RM024-P125-M-01
Pluggable
125 mW
Chip
Antenna
RM024125M01
PRM112
RM024-S50-C-01
SMT
50 mW
(CE)
u.FL Jack
RM02450C01
PRM113
RM024-S50-M-01
SMT
50 mW
(CE)
Chip
Antenna
RM02450M01
PRM122
RM024-P50-C-01
Pluggable
50 mW
(CE)
u.FL Jack
RM02450C01
PRM123
RM024-P50-M-01
Pluggable
50 mW
(CE)
Chip Ant
RM02450M01
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SPECIFICATIONS
Detailed Specifications
General
LT2510
RM024
Form Factor
SMD-ANT, SMD-U.FL, PluggableANT, Pluggable-U.FL
SMD-U.FL, Pluggable-U.FL, SMDANT+U.FL, Pluggable-ANT+U.FL
Antenna
Integrated chip antenna or
external antenna through U.FL
connector
external antenna through U.FL
connector or both U.FL and
Integrated Chip Antenna
Output Power
Conducted2
FCC: +11 to +21dBm selectable
FCC: +5 to +21dBm selectable
CE: +8 to +17dBm selectable
CE: +3.5 to +17dBm selectable
Supply Voltage
3.3V – 3.6V ± 50mV ripple
2.3 – 3.6V ± 50mV ripple
Current Draw
100% Tx
190 mA
85 mA
100% Tx
166 mA
85 mA
1/8 Tx
(when
selected)
40mA
40 mA
1/8 Tx
(when selected)
40mA
40 mA
100% Rx
40 mA
40 mA
100% Rx
36 mA
36 mA
Rx average
(idle current)
10 mA
10 mA
Rx average
(idle current)
9.5 mA
11.6 mA
Deep sleep
50 µA
Deep sleep3
50 µA
50 µA
Transceiver
Receiver
Sensitivity (1%
PER)
Range
(based on
external 2.5dBi
antenna at
280kbps RF Data
Rate)5
50 µA
-95 dBm at 280 kbps RF Data
Rate4
-94 dBm at 500 kbps RF Data Rate
Outdoor
(line-ofsight)
Indoor
(estimated)
FCC
2.5 miles
(4 km)
1300 ft
(400 m)
CE
1.5 miles
(2.4 km)
790 ft
(240 m)
-95 dBm at 280 kbps RF Data Rate
-94 dBm at 500 kbps RF Data Rate
Outdoor
(line-of-sight)
Indoor
(estimated)
FCC
2.5 miles
(4 km)
1300 ft
(400 m)
CE
1.5 miles
(2.4 km)
790 ft
(240 m)
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SMD-ANT and
SMD-Both
Dimensions
1.0” x 1.54” x 0.14”
(25.4 mm x 39 mm x 3.6 mm)
1.0” x 1.54” x 0.14”
(25.4 mm x 39 mm x 3.6 mm)
SMD-U.FL
Dimensions
1.0” x 1.28” x 0.14”
(25.4 mm x 32.4 mm x 3.6 mm)
1.0” x 1.28” x 0.14”
(25.4 mm x 32.4 mm x 3.6 mm)
Pluggable-ANT
and PluggableBoth Dimensions
0.96” x 1.42” x 0.406”
(24.3 mm x 36 mm x 10.3 mm)
1.05” x 1.56” x 0.44”
(26.7 mm x 39.6 mm x 11.3 mm)
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General
LT2510
Pluggable-U.FL
Dimensions
RM024
0.96” x 1.185” x 0.406”
(24.3 mm x 30.1 mm x 10.3 mm)
1.05” x 1.29” x 0.42”
(26.7 mm x 33 mm x 10.6 mm)
Certificate
FCC Part 15.247
KQL-2510100P
TBD
KQL-2510100P
Industry Canada
(IC)
2268C-2510100P
CE
N/A
TBD
2268C-2510100P
TBD
EN 300 328-2 V1.71,EN 301 489
RoHS
Yes
Yes
Japan
PRM122: 005WWCA0358
PRM123: 005WWCA0359
TBD
Brazil (Anatel)1
3000-10-6625
None
No
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Contact your sales representative for more details.
Maximum Output power stated, step measurements for power could vary by +/- 1.5 dBm. Step
downs on RM024 are larger than on LT2510, resulting in lower Maximum Power for each step.
Sleep current is estimated.
Estimated. Measurements were taken at 4.1 miles with 5 dBi antenna.
RX Sensitivity is listed at -98 dBm in the LT2510 User Manual, restated here based on new
measurements.
Physical Dimensions are estimated, actual measurements are printed in Mechanical Drawings
section of this document.
PIN FUNCTION CHANGES
No pins change function.
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EEPROM ADDRESS CHANGES
The following EEPROM addresses are different on the RM024.
EEPRO
M
Addres
s
Notes
LT2510
Name
RM024
Name
LT2510
Description
RM024
Description
0x00 –
0x23
Product ID is
changing to reflect
new RM024 part
number
Product
ID
Product
ID
Product identifier
string; includes
revision
information for
software and
hardware.
Product identifier
string; includes
revision
information for
software and
hardware.
0x90 –
0x9F
Part Numbers is
changing to reflect
new RM024 part
number
Part
Numbers
Part
Numbers
Factory set part
number for the
unit
Factory set part
number for the
unit
0xC1,
Bit 5
This bit has been
repurposed.
In LT2510, this bit
enabled sleep timer
calibration. In
RAMP modules, the
sleep timer is
constantly
undergoing
calibration, so this
bit is no longer
required.
Sleep
Calibratio
n
Enabled
Antenna
Select
bit-5: Sleep
Calibration
Enable
Selects which
antenna port is to
be used
0 = Disable
0 == Antenna Port
2 (Black Chip)
1 = Enable
1 == Antenna Port
1 (u.FL)
The Antenna Select
EEPROM bit is
loaded at boot on
the RM024.
AT COMMANDS
The following is a new AT Command for Antenna Select on the RM024:
Antenna Switch Command: Command sets the antenna port for the transceiver to use.
Command:
Response:
Port Select:
<0xCC><0x26><Port Select>
<0xCC><0x26><Port Select>
Antenna Port 2 == 0x00 (Integrated Antenna)
Antenna Port 1 == 0x01 (U.FL Port)
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
FCC
Due to changes to the key components of the radio frequency (RF) Path, the RM024 will carry a
different regulatory approval number, model number, and have new test reports. Customers are
recommended to have a qualified test lab perform FCC Part 15 Subpart B unintentional radiator
testing on their device to make sure that it continues to be in compliance with the emission limits
for either a Class A or B digital device. In addition, customers will need to update their label
information on their product with the new FCC and IC identification numbers and will need to
update their user manuals and other documentation to reflect the new regulatory information.
CE
A new Declaration of Conformity will be issued for the RM024. Customers will need to update
their Declaration of Conformity to reflect new reports that we issue.
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MECHANICAL DRAWINGS
The form factor of the surface mount integrated antenna versions of the RM024 and LT2510 are
the same. Customers using the U.FL version of the SMT module can either purchase the new
integrated antenna version and use the new on board U.FL or purchase a U.FL only version
directly from Laird.
The form factor of the RM024 pluggable module will be slightly larger than the LT2510, see the
drawings below for details.
Note on Mechanical Drawings:
All dimensions are in millimetres
PC Board Material is 0.79mm thick FR4
Provide clearance of at least 1.5mm around the module to be free of other components
and features
Module should not exceed 260 degrees C during reflow soldering
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Figure 1: SMT LT2510 with Integrated Antenna (PRM111, PRM113)
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Figure 2: SMT LT2510 with U.FL (PRM110, PRM112)
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Figure 3: Pluggable LT2510 with Antenna (PRM121, PRM123)
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Figure 4: Pluggable LT2510 with U.FL (PRM120, PRM122)
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Figure 5: SMT RM024 (RM024-SXXX-M-01)
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Figure 6: Pluggable RM024 (RM024-PXXX-M-01)
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PHYSICAL APPEARANCE
Figure 7: Surface Mount LT2510
Figure 8: Surface Mount RM024
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