Cognosos 10015 433MHz UHF transceiver User Manual PCA 10015 Radio Module User s Manual Rev4

Cognosos, Inc. 433MHz UHF transceiver PCA 10015 Radio Module User s Manual Rev4

User Manual

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Cognosos PCA-10015 Radio Module
User’s Manual
The PCA-10015 Radio Module is a small, battery powered 433MHz UHF transceiver with a integrated
sensors. This module is extremely low power and is used to create end devices that operate on
Cognosos’ RadioCloud® radio networks. The baseline application for the end products includes asset
tracking and sensor network applications. In use, a combination of events trigger the module to gather
and relay sensor data to a Cognosos’ RadioCloud® radio network.
The PCA-10015 module offers several methods of UHF communication including long-range and short-
range communication modes. Each communication mode is internally limited for compliance with the
associated FCC/IC regulations. The end application may use the various transmission modes to
communicate operational events, to provide event-based alerts or for system interrogation and
maintenance. The PCA-10015 is a versatile transceiver module that enables communication with other
devices compatible with RadioCloud® radio protocols.
Product Models:
For compatibility with multiple end product designs, the PCA-10015 module comes in several variants,
with the only difference being the direction the LEDs face or population of the optional serial port
connector. Contact Cognosos at www.cognosos.com for more detailed information.
Operational Modes
Tracker Tag – This is the default mode of the PCA-10015. Without further input, the unit will default to
operation in this mode.
Storage Mode – The PCA-10015 in tracker tag mode will sleep if the rounded antenna end of the
product is held vertically upwards. This mode is useful for transport and storage to minimize battery
life.
Host Control Mode – Specific models include a serial port connector which can be used to send unique
messages via the radio control modes. Host Control is used to create Cognosos’ RadioCloud® network
elements. All radio communication is controlled by the integrated radio subsystem to ensure
compliance with regulatory requirements.
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System Operation
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PCA-10015 Functional Block Diagram
Host Integration:
The PCA-10015 module is typically integrated into a host device. When connecting to a host device, the
following connections are made:
PCA-10015 Module Connections
Power: To power the module, apply 2.0-3.8 VDC across the VDC input and ground terminals. The
module is protected against reverse voltage connection.
Mounting: Two size 4 screw holes are provided for module mounting.
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Antennas: All antennas are integrated on the PCA-10015 module. For maximum performance, care
should be taken to avoid metal in the area of the antennas.
Host Interface: For applications utilizing host interface control, data can be transmitted to Cognosos
RadioCloud® networks using any of the radio operating modes. The PCA-10015 module ensures that all
transmissions are compliant with regulatory rules and the RadioCloud® radio protocol. The serial port
connector is only installed on the certain models. Serial port command protocols are Cognosos
proprietary. Please contact your Cognosos representative for more information.
Expansion Port: This optional port is provided for additional sensor I/O. It is only available on specific
models. Contact Cognosos for details.
FCC and IC Labeling Requirements: When the PCA-10015 module is used in a host product, the host
product is required to display “Contains FCC ID: 2AKFQ10015” and “Contains IC: 22165-10015”
respectively to comply with FCC and IC rules. These marking must be on the outside of the unit in 4-
point font minimum.
Regulatory
Warning: Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Cognosos Inc. could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
FCC ID: 2AKFQ10015
IC: 22165-10015
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO
CONDITIONS.
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY
INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
NOTE: 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.
Radio/broadcast products shall comply with the requirements to include required notices and/or statements to
the user of the product for each unit of the product offered for sale. The required notices shall comply with the
following requirements:
• The notices shall be as specified in the applicable RSS regulation(s) to the product.
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• These notices shall be shown in a conspicuous location in the user manual for the product, or to be
displayed on the product - variable formats are acceptable for providing the notices (i.e. in paper form,
CD, DVD, or insert with download link on the company's website).
• If more than one notice is required for multiple product versions, the product version to which each
notice pertains should be identified.
• The suppliers of radio equipment shall provide the notices and/or statements in both English and French.
• In cases where the user notifications are only available in one language (English or French) at the time of
the certification process, the applicant shall provide a declaration in writing that the user notices and/or
statements to the user of the product will be in both English and French when the product is for sale
and/or lease in Canada.
This 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 present appareil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) /'appa reil ne do it pas produire de brouif/age , et (2
) /'ut ilisateu r de /'appare il doit accepter tout brouif/age
radioe lect rique sub i, meme si le brouif/age est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
This 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 present appareil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
L'exploitation est autorisee aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) /'appa reil ne do it pas produire de brouif/age , et (2
) /'ut ilisateu r de /'appare il doit accepter tout brouif/age
radioe lect rique sub i, meme si le brouif/age

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