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For example, the board is appropriate for 8-bit microcontroller development using the PIC18 Explorer Board (DM183032) or for 16-bit microcontroller development using the Explorer 16 Development Board (DM240001). User’s Guide The MRF24J40MA/MB PICtail/PICtail Plus Daughter Board User’s Guide (DS51867) is available for download at http://www.microchip.com/wireless. The User’s Guide contains more detailed information on the features, operation, schematics and the PCB (Printed Circuit Board). Software Sample source code is available from the Microchip Wireless Design Environment: Microchip Wireless Media Access Controller (MiMAC) and Microchip Wireless Application Programming Interface (MiApp), as described in application notes AN1283 and AN1284, respectively. A Quick Start Guide is included in the software installation package that explains the installation and operation of the demonstration program. The Quick Start Guide is available for download from the Microchip web site http://www.microchip.com/wireless. Operation Programming and configuration options for the MRF24J40MA and MRF24J40MB transceiver modules are provided in the MRF24J40 IEEE 802.15.4 2.4 GHz RF Transceiver Data Sheet (DS39776). Sample source code is the best place to start. Refer to the compile options when enabling the MRF24J40MA and MRF24J40MB transceiver modules. IMPORTANT The MRF24J40MB module contains a power amplifier (PA) and low noise amplifier (LNA). It is important that the MRF24J40 be configured to control the PA and LNA. Refer to Section 4.2 External PA/LNA Control in the MRF24J40 IEEE 802.15.4 2.4 GHz RF Transceiver Data Sheet (DS39776). When using the sample source code, refer to the compile options to enable the PA and LNA. CAUTION Microchip Technology Inc. • 2355 West Chandler Blvd. • Chandler, AZ 85224-6199 www.microchip.com The Microchip name and logo, the Microchip logo and MPLAB are registered trademarks of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U.S.A. and other countries. PICkit is a trademark of Microchip Technology Incorporated in the U.S.A. and other countries. All other trademarks mentioned herein are property of their respective companies. © 2009, Microchip Technology Incorporated, Printed in the U.S.A. All Rights Reserved. 7/09 *DS51870A* DS51870A Voltage and current to the MRF24J40MA/MB PICtail/PICtail Plus Daughter Board should be in the range of 2.4-3.6V and capable of supplying 130 mA. Ensure that the daughter board is plugged into a development/demonstration board that meets this power requirement; otherwise, damage to the MRF24J40 may occur. Jumper Configuration Power Disconnect/Current Measure Jumpers (JP1/JP2) – Two, 2-pin headers are connected in parallel. A shunt connects power to the MRF24J40 module. A current meter can be placed on the header and the shunt removed to measure current consumption. TIP: To prevent power interruption to the MRF24J40 module, keep the shunt on the header while connecting the current meter. Once connected, remove the shunt to measure current. INT2 Jumper (JP3) – For the PIC18 Explorer Board, jumpering JP3 with a shunt allows the connection of RA5 to RB2/INT2 and enables push-button switch S2 to trigger an interrupt.