Cambridge Executive BC11X BC118/BC119 User Manual
Cambridge Executive Limited BC118/BC119
User Manual
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Key Specifications
Bluetooth Certified 4.0 Audio module
Single Mode: Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Embedded Bluetooth Protocol Stack
Supports GATT Profile, Audio, Proximity, and iBeacon
Supports I2C and UART transparent Data Modes
Simple UART and GPIO interface for command and control
Small form factor (14.4mm x 19.3mm x 2.2mm)
Bluetooth, FCC and CE certified
Applications
Industrial Automation
Lighting
Automotive
Medical Devices
Wearable Devices
Sensors, Actuators
BC118 is a highly flexible, ultra low power, small
form factor Bluetooth Version 4.0 Certified
module. It comes preloaded with BlueCreation
Melody Smart software, and is ideal for
developers who want to quickly and cost
effectively integrate Bluetooth Low Energy
functionality into their products or develop
standalone sensors or accessories.
Description
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General Specifications
Specifications Description
Bluetooth Standard Bluetooth 4.0
Interfaces UART, AIO, GPIO, USB, I2C
Size 19.3mm x 14.4mm x 2.8mm
Weight 0.9g
RF Specifications
Specifications Description
Frequency Band 2,402 MHz to 2,480 MHz
Modulation 8 DPSK, PI/4 DQPSK, GFSK
Maximum Data Rate 270kbps (typical 60kbps)
Operating Range
30m
RF Sensitivity 0.1% BER at -92.5dBm
Transmit Power 7.5dBm
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Electric Specifications
Specifications Description
Supply Voltage 1.8V to 4.3V DC (Supports Li Ion battery voltage range)
Typical Current Tx 16mA (Only on Tx/Rx)
Typical Deep Sleep <5µA (Connected)
Typical Hibernate <1.9µA (Connected)
Typical Dormant >900nA
Operating Temperature -40°C to 85°C
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Module Drawing
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Module Footprint
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Placement Considerations
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PIN Description
No1 is top left on the module and then it goes anti clockwise
No Pin Name Pin Type Pin Description
1 GND GND Common Ground
2 GND GND Common Ground
3 AIO_2 Bi-Directional Analog programmable input/output line
4 AIO_1 Bi-Directional Analog programmable input/output line
5 AIO_0 Bi-directional Analog programmable input/output line
6 UART_TX Bi-directional UART TX Data
7 UART_RX Bi-directional UART RX Data
8 PIO_3 Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
9 PIO_4 Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
10 PIO_5/SPI_CLK Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
11 PIO_6/SPI_CSB Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
12 GND GND Common Ground
13 GND GND Common Ground
14 PIO_7/SPI_MOSI Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
15 GND GND Common Ground
16 GND GND Common Ground
17 VDD_PADS Supply Positive Supply input
18 GND GND Common Ground
19 PIO_8/SPI_MISO Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
20 SPI_PCM# Input Select PCM/SPI
21 PIO_2 Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
22 I2C_SCL Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
23 GND GND Common Ground
24 GND GND Common Ground
25 I2C_SDA Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
26 PIO_9 Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
27 VBAT Battery terminal +ve Battery Positive
28 PIO_10 Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
29 PIO_11 Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
30 WAKE Wake Pin Wake Pin
31 GND GND Common Ground
32 GND GND Common Ground
33 GND GND Common Ground
34 GND GND Common Ground
35 GND GND Common Ground
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Notes
PIO_X are bidirectional with weak pull down
Reset Input is with strong pull-up
USB data positive with selectable internal 1.5kΩ pull up resistor
UART are Bidirectional with weak pull up
PCM_OUT, IN, SYNC and CLK can be used as SPI_MISO, MOSI, CSB and CLK respectively. SPI-PCM#
high switches SPI/PCM lines to SPI, low switches to PCM/PIO use
Solder Reflow Profile
Preheat Temperature: 150°C for 100 seconds
Temperature: 240°C for 40 seconds.
Single Pass
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Regulatory Certifications
BC118 is delivered with FCC, CE, IC and Bluetooth SIG certifications. This allows to integrate the module
in an end product without the need to obtain subsequent and separate approvals from these regulatory
agencies. This is valid in the case no other intentional or un-intentional radiator components are
incorporated into the product. Without these certification, an end product cannot be marketed in the
relevant regions.
United States - FCC
In case no other intentional or un-intentional radiator is incorporated, the BC118's FCC certification allows
users to integrate the module into products without the need to obtain subsequent and separate approval.
The BC118 was approved as "intentional transmitter radio module" by the United States' Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) with accordance to CFR47 Telecommunications Part 15, Subpart C,
section 212. This certification is applicable in all the states in the United States.
The certification allows products to be listed in the NRTL (National Recognized Test Laboratory) as
appointed by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
Labelling
The BC118 has been labelled with its own FCC ID number. In order to the extend the certification granted
to the BC118, its FCC ID number must be displayed on the finished product in which the module is
integrated. The following wording should be used "Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: SSS - BC11X " or
“Contains FCC ID: SSS-BC11X”.
The user-manual for any product in which the BC118 is integrated in must include the following statements:
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: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna; Increase the separation
between the equipment and receiver; Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected; Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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To satisfy FCC RF Exposure requirements for mobile and base station transmission devices, a separation
distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during
operation. To ensure compliance, operation at closer than this distance is not recommended. The
antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
For further information regarding the FCC certification requirements please review the following websites:
Federal Communications Commission (FCC):
http://www.fcc.gov
FCC Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) Laboratory Division Knowledge Database (KDB):
http://apps.fcc.gov/oetcf/kdb/index.cfm
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Europe - CE and RoHS Marking
In case no other intentional or un-intentional radiator is incorporated, the BC118's CE marking certification
allows users to integrate the module into products without the need to obtain subsequent and separate CE
approval.
The BC118 has been tested and granted approval as R&TTE Directive product under the 1999/5/EC
Essential Requirements for Health and Safety (Article (3.1(a)), Electromagnetic Compatibility, (EMC)
(Article 3.1(b)), and Radio (Article 3.2). A Notified Body Opinion has been issued.
The BC118 has also been tested and granted approval under the directive on the restriction of the use of
certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment 2002/95/EC (commonly referred to as
the Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive or RoHS). This certification ensures the module is
environmental safe and free from hazardous substances (including Lead).
Both certifications are applicable in all the 27 countries of the European Economic Area.
Labelling and Documentation
Products complying with all relevant essential requirements shall bear the CE conformity marking
accompanied by the identification number XXX-XXX
The RoHS certification does not dictate any specific product labelling. However, we recommend marking
the product with a "RoHS Compliant" statement.
R&TTE Directive requires a manufacturer to establish technical documentation. It must be kept by the
manufacturer or his authorised representative in the EU for at least 10 years after the last product has been
manufactured. The documentation must cover:
a general description of the product,
conceptual design and manufacturing drawings and schemes of components, sub-assemblies,
circuits and other design documentation,
descriptions and explanations necessary for the understanding of said drawings and schemes and the
operation of the product,
a list of the standards referred to in Article 5, applied in full or in part, and descriptions and
explanations of the solutions adopted to meet the essential requirements of the Directive where such
standards
results of design calculations made, examinations carried out, etc.,
test reports.
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Test reports must include the following table containing the BC118 tests:
Certification Standards Article Laboratory Report
Number Date
Safety EN 60950-
1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011+A2:2013
(3.1(a))
Health EN 62479:2010
EMC EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2:2011
EN 301 489-17 V2.2.1:2012
(3.1(b))
Radio EN 300 328 V1.8.1:2012 (3.2)
For further labelling and CE marking requirements please review the R&TTE Compliance Association
Technical Guidance: http://rtteca.com/
For further information regarding the R&TTE certification requirements please review the following websites:
Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE):
http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/rtte/index_en.htm
European Conference of Postal and Telecommunications Administrations (CEPT):
http://www.cept.org
European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI):
http://www.etsi.org
European Radio Communications Office (ERO):
http://www.ero.dk
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Canada - IC
In case no other intentional or un-intentional radiator is incorporated, the BC118's IC certification allows
users to integrate the module into products without the need to obtain subsequent and separate approval.
The BC118 has been tested and granted approval under Industry Canada (IC) Radio Standards
Specification (RSS) RSS-210, RSSGen and ICES-003. This certification is applicable in Canada.
Labelling and Documentation
The BC118 has been labelled with its own IC ID number. In order to the extend the certification granted to
the BC118, its CE ID number must be displayed on the finished product in which the module is integrated.
The following wording should be used "Contains Transmitter Module IC: XXX"
The user-manual for any product in which the BC118 is integrated in must include the following statements:
This device complies with Industry Canada license 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.
Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using 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 peut fonctionner avec
une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par Industrie Canada.
Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres utilisateurs, il faut
choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne
dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une communication satisfaisante
For further labelling and IC marking requirements please review the Industry Canada website:
http://www.ic.gc.ca/
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Bluetooth Qualification Program (BQP)
In case no other non-certified Bluetooth components are incorporated, the BC118's BQP
marking certification allows users to integrate the module into products without the need to obtain
subsequent and separate approval.
The BC118 has been approved by the Bluetooth Qualification Body (BQB) to use the Bluetooth trademark
and to offer official Bluetooth functionality. The approval according to the V4.0B Bluetooth specification
confirms that the module complies with the Bluetooth specification and will successfully operate with other
products supporting the same profile. BQP certification also ensures that the module has gone through
safety assessment. This certification was granted through a combination of product performance testing
and interoperability testing. This certification applies globally.
Labelling
Products complying with all relevant requirements are allowed to bear the official Bluetooth logo
For further information regarding the BQP certification requirements please review the following websites:
Bluetooth Special Interest Group:
https://www.bluetooth.org/apps/content/
Notes:
Changes or modifications that are made to the module circuitry can hinder the certification
Installers must comply with all of the instructions provided by the certification agency, which indicate
installation and/or operating conditions necessary for compliance
It is important to note that the finished product is required to comply with all applicable authorizations
regulations and requirement that is not associated with the BC118 module, including non-intentional
transmitting modules and other intentionally transmitting modules.
The previous section represents BlueCreation interpretation of the salient issues of the certifications.
For full details of the certification please refer to the local agencies' websites. Where there is any
difference between this document and the local agencies' website, the subsequent should be
followed.
At the time of writing this document FCC, CE and BQP certification were still processed by the
relevant authorities.
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Ordering Information
Part number BC118
Order number Description
BC118 Standalone Bluetooth 4.0 Module with integrated Antenna
BC118-B Standalone Bluetooth 4.0 Module with integrated Antenna and iBeacon
BC119 Host Controlled Bluetooth 4.0 Module with integrated Antenna
BC119-B Host Controlled Bluetooth 4.0 Module with integrated Antenna and iBeacon
BC118-DISKIT001 Evaluation Kit for BC118
General Notes
BlueCreation's products are not authorised for use in life-support or safety-critical applications. Use in such
applications is done at the sole discretion of the customer. BlueCreation will not warrant the use of its
devices in such applications.
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