California Eastern Laboratories ZICM357SP0 MeshConnect ZICM357SP0-1C Zigbee Module User Manual External Antenna Manual V3

Download:
Mirror Download [FCC.gov]
Document ID	3078951
Application ID	GA5iN58IrEwtOqmApq3irw==
Document Description	External Antenna Manual V3
Short Term Confidential	No
Permanent Confidential	No
Supercede	No
Document Type	User Manual
Display Format	Adobe Acrobat PDF - pdf
Filesize	51.99kB (649850 bits)
Date Submitted	2016-07-28 00:00:00
Date Available	2016-07-28 00:00:00
Creation Date	2017-12-11 04:58:28
Producing Software	GPL Ghostscript 9.18
Document Lastmod	2017-12-11 04:58:28
Document Title	Microsoft Word - mini_mod_antenna_implementation July 27.doc
Document Creator	PScript5.dll Version 5.2.2
Document Author:	dwilde

Technical Note
Document No:
0011-00-16-11-000 (Issue C)
0011-00-16-11-000
Mini Module External Antenna Implementation
INTRODUCTION
This Technical Note describes the host board layout
requirements for using an external antenna with the
MeshConnect™ ZigBee and Thread Mini Modules from
California Eastern Laboratories (CEL). The ZigBee and
Thread ZICM35x Mini Modules have been certified for
use with an external antenna through the use of the
Mini Module castellation pin, a U.FL connector, a U.FL
cable assembly and the specified external antenna. For
the B1010SPx Mini Modules please refer to the
datasheet for latest regulatory certification. This
document d e ta ils the implementation required to
be compliant with the regulatory certification. In order
to preserve the Modular Radio certification, the
integrator of the module must abide by these
layout
recommendations
outlined
in
this
document.
Any
divergence
from
these
recommendations will invalidate the modular
radio certifications and require the integrator to
re-certify the module and/or end-product.
This document is subject to change without notice.
Document No: 0011-00-16-11-000 (Issue C)
Date Published: July 21, 2016
Page 1
Mini Module External Antenna Implementation
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction.........................................................................................................................................................................................
Coplanar
Waveguide.......................................................................................................................................................................
Components Used in the Implementation............................................................................................................................
Design Verification Test Procedure.........................................................................................................................................
Production Test Procedure for Ensuring Compliance .................................................................................................
References..........................................................................................................................................................................................
Revision
History...............................................................................................................................................................................
This document is subject to change without notice.
Document No: 0011-00-16-11-000 (Issue C)
Page 2
Mini Module External Antenna Implementation
COPLANAR WAVEGUIDE
An RF coplanar waveguide with ground plane structure consists of an RF trace on the topside of the printed circuit board
with adjacent ground planes spaced close to the RF transmission line. A ground plane under the RF trace should also
exist directly below the transmission line. Since the module castellation pad is 40 mils wide on the bottom of the module,
an RF trace width of 40 mils, along with a gap of 8 mils separation from the ground plane, will result in a 50 Ω
transmission line on a standard two layer FR4 printed circuit board with a thickness of 0.062 inches. Using the
transmission line width equal to the castellation pad width eliminates any RF discontinuity which could degrade the return
loss.
PCB Implementation Requirements
The ZICM35xSP0-1C was certified with two external antennas and the ZICM35xSP2-1C was certified with one external
antenna. The first implementation uses a U.FL non-standard connector to interface to an external antenna with its own
coaxial cable. The second configuration for the ZICM35xSP0-1C uses the non-standard reverse polarity SMA (RP-SMA)
end launch connector to interface to a 3" cable and external antenna.
The figures below detail the Gerber layout for the using a U.FL connector for both the ZICM35xSP0-1C and the
ZICM35xSP2-1C. The transmission line is 40 mils wide with an 8 mil gap to the ground. The length of the transmission
line is 200 mils long from the castellation pad to the edge of the U.FL connector. Figure 1 below represents the top layer,
while Figure 2 is the bottom layer on the two layer FR4 printed circuit board.
Figure 1. Top Layer
Figure 2. Bottom Layer
The second configuration is detailed below and pertains only to the ZICM35xSP0-1C. Once again a 400mil wide trace
with an 8 mil gap to the adjacent ground planes. It extends from the module footprint to the edge launch RP-SMA
connector which has been placed 200 mils from the top edge of the module. The RF trace is 590 mils in length between
the pad of the module and the RPSMA center pin. A continuous ground plane must be present under the RF trace once
again.
This document is subject to change without notice.
Document No: 0011-00-16-11-000 (Issue C)
Page 3
Mini Module External Antenna Implementation
COMPONENTS USED IN THE IMPLEMENTATION
The following components specify the requirements for this implementation:
•
•
•
•
•
CEL Module Part Number: ZICM35xSP0-1C is certified with external Antennas "E-2820-CA" & LSR 001-0100"
CEL Module Part Number: ZICM35xSP2-1C is certified with external antenna "Nearson S181AH-2450S"
U.FL Connector Part Number: U.FL-R-SMT(10) from Hirose Electric Co. Ltd.
RP-SMA end launch Part Number: Amphenol 132255RP
Host Board: FR4 two layer, 0.062” thick with dielectric constant of 4.2 typical. The transmission line between the
module and the U.FL connector should be a straight line with a width of 40 mils, and ground plane spaced 8 mils apart
on the top layer. The bottom layer should be a continuous ground plane under the transmission line. Ground vias
should be included between the module castellation pins and the U.FL connector ground pads to provide a good
RF ground connection.
• Connectors, Cable assemblies, and antennas must be as specified in photos below or equivalent.
Figure 3 and 4 below illustrates the implementation.
Part Number ZICM35xSP1-1C
External Antenna Implementation
Antenna: 001-0100
Antenna + Cable Assembly
E-2820-CA
Cable: 095D1ASMARG316
Edge Mount Reverse Polarity SMA Connector
Figure 3. Implementation using connector, cable and external antenna
This document is subject to change without notice.
Document No: 0011-00-16-11-000 (Issue C)
Page 4
Mini Module External Antenna Implementation
Part Number ZICM35xSP2-1C
External Antenna Implementation
Antenna: S181AH-2450S
Cable: 336320-12-0100
U.FL-R-SMT connector
Figure 4. Implementation using connector, cable and external antenna
DESIGN VERIFICATION TEST PROCEDURE
Any manufacturer that chooses to implement the external antenna on their host board should verify that the implementation
was done properly. To assist with this, the following Test Procedure can be used. The procedure uses a Network Analyzer
capable of making return loss measurements at 2.4 GHz.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Calibrate the network analyzer for a one port measurement with a center frequency of 2.44 GHz and a span of 200 MHz.
Take a blank host board and solder a 100 Ω resistor between castellation Pin 31 and 32.
Solder a second 100 Ω resistor between castellation Pin 32 and 33.
Solder the U.FL connector on the host board.
Using the appropriate U.FL to SMA adapter for your network analyzer, measure the Return Loss of the trace,
(either S11 or S22 depending on which port was chosen during the 1-port calibration).
6. A return loss of -15 dB or lower indicates an acceptable implementation (PASS).
This document is subject to change without notice.
Document No: 0011-00-16-11-000 (Issue C)
Page 5
Mini Module External Antenna Implementation
Figure 5. displays the measurement where Port 2 was used as the measurement Port.
Figure 5. Measured Return Loss of RF trace
PRODUCTION TEST PROCEDURE FOR ENSURING COMPLIANCE
During production, host boards should be tested to ensure compliance. CEL recommends that when the host board is
manufactured, the requirement of “Electrical Testing” is specified with the PCB order to guarantee that no short is present
anywhere on the host board (which includes the trace between the U.FL connector location and the module RF castellation
pad). This greatly simplifies the production test requirements down to verifying that a solder short did not occur during
the component placement and reflow of the host board assembly. Verifying no solder short has occurred can be done by
measuring an open circuit between castellation pins 32 and 33 using a DC multi-meter.
This document is subject to change without notice.
Document No: 0011-00-16-11-000 (Issue C)
Page 6
Mini Module External Antenna Implementation
REFERENCES
Reference Documents
Download
California Eastern Laboratories
0011-00-07-00-000 CEL – EM357 Mini Modules Datasheet
Link
0019-00-07-00-000 CEL – B1010SP0 Mini Modules Datasheet
Link
REVISION HISTORY
Previous Versions
Changes to Current Version
Page(s)
0011-00-16-11-000
(Issue A) August 26, 2013
Initial Technical Note
N/A
0011-00-16-11-000
(Issue B) September 4, 2015
Update to include all Mini Modules
ALL
0011-00-16-11-000
(Issue C) July 21, 2016
Added external antenna certification information for ZICM35xSPx-1C.
Added new photos under Components Used in the Implementation section
1,3
This document is subject to change without notice.
Document No: 0011-00-16-11-000 (Issue C)
Page 7
Mini Module External Antenna Implementation
Disclaimer
The information in this document is current as of the published date. The information is subject to change without notice. For actual
design-in, refer to the latest publications of CEL Data Sheets or Data Books, etc., for the most up-to-date specifications of CEL
products. Not all products and/or types are available in every country. Please check with an CEL sales representative for availability and
additional information.
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written consent of CEL.
CEL assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
CEL does not assume any liability for infringement of patents, copyrights or other intellectual property rights of third parties by or arising
from the use of CEL products listed in this document or any other liability arising from the use of such products. No license, express,
implied or otherwise, is granted under any patents, copyrights or other intellectual property rights of CEL or others.
Descriptions of circuits, software and other related information in this document are provided for illustrative purposes in semiconductor
product operation and application examples. The incorporation of these circuits, software and information in the design of a customer’s
equipment shall be done under the full responsibility of the customer. CEL assumes no responsibility for any losses incurred by
customers or third parties arising from the use of these circuits, software and information.
While CEL endeavors to enhance the quality, reliability and safety of CEL products, customers agree and acknowledge that the
possibility of defects thereof cannot be eliminated entirely. To minimize risks of damage to property or injury (including death) to persons
arising from defects in CEL products, customers must incorporate sufficient safety measures in their design, such as redundancy,
fire-containment and anti-failure features.
For More Information
For more information about CEL MeshConnect products and solutions, visit our website at: www.cel.com/MeshConnect.
Technical Assistance
For Technical Assistance, visit www.cel.com/MeshConnectHelp.
This document is subject to change without notice.
Document No: 0011-00-16-11-000 (Issue C)
Page 8

---

Source Exif Data:

File Type                       : PDF
File Type Extension             : pdf
MIME Type                       : application/pdf
PDF Version                     : 1.6
Linearized                      : Yes
Encryption                      : Standard V4.4 (128-bit)
User Access                     : Print, Extract, Print high-res
Author                          : dwilde
Create Date                     : 2016:07:27 13:47:45-05:00
Modify Date                     : 2016:07:27 14:16:04-05:00
XMP Toolkit                     : Adobe XMP Core 5.6-c015 84.158975, 2016/02/13-02:40:29
Format                          : application/pdf
Creator                         : dwilde
Title                           : Microsoft Word - mini_mod_antenna_implementation July 27.doc
Creator Tool                    : PScript5.dll Version 5.2.2
Metadata Date                   : 2016:07:27 14:16:04-05:00
Producer                        : Acrobat Distiller 11.0 (Windows)
Document ID                     : uuid:60579288-861b-4f6f-8069-ca77fd6d09e8
Instance ID                     : uuid:bc7a1f4b-7d3f-43da-a749-6350639a9b7e
Page Count                      : 8

EXIF Metadata provided by EXIF.tools