Episensor EPIZ31MOD001 ZIGBEE MODULE FOR WIRELESS NETWORKS User Manual
Episensor Limited ZIGBEE MODULE FOR WIRELESS NETWORKS Users Manual
Users Manual
EpiSensor Z31 ZigBee Module
User Information Sheet
Description:
The EpiLink Z31 ZigBee Module is a compact, programmable device specially designed for the Ember
ZNet ZigBee™ PRO Stack for wireless mesh networks. Using the Ember EM250 radio and microcontroller
chip, it has a 10-pin InSight Adapter port to allow easy programming from Ember Development Kits and
can be programmed as a ZigBee Co-ordinator, Router or End Device. It includes an on-board memory to
allow over-the-air firmware modifications without having to physically access devices that may already
be deployed in the field. The module is only 26.5 x 51 x 5mm, and includes a 20-pin serial, analogue and
digital interface header connector. It can be supplied with an on-board antenna (utilizing tracks on the
printed circuit board to form the antenna) or via a special U.FL connector, an external antenna.
Features:
• Compact and rugged device
• 10-pin InSight adapter port for programming and debugging with Ember development kits
• 20-pin I/O interface header connector
• Powered with 3 volts via the I/O interface header connector or the InSight adapter port
• Onboard antenna or external antenna via U.FL connector and U.FL to SMA adapter
• 3 x Indicator LEDs
• Onboard 128K EEPROM to facilitate Ember Multi-Hop Over-the-Air Bootloader Application
• Voltage Supervisor Chip which maintains the device in a Reset state in case of low voltages
• Boost mode available for additional output power
Specification:
Communications
ZigBee Pro
Radio
2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 compliant transceiver
Microcontroller
Ember EM 250 12MHz XAP2b 16-bit microcontroller core
Memory
128kB Flash EEPROM and 5kB RAM
Regulatory
CE Compliant and FCC Licensed (see Declaration of Conformity for details)
Input Voltage
+3V DC via InSight or I/O connectors
I/O Connector
20 Pin – See data sheet for details
InSight Connector
10-Pin – See www.ember.com for details on usage
Dimensions
26.5 x 51 x 5 mm
Output Power
+3dBm transmit power (+5dBm boost mode)
Range
Up to 300 metres direct line of sight, or up to 50 metres in typical indoor conditions
Power Consumption
2uA in Deep Sleep mode, 48 mA while transmitting in boost mode
Intended Use:
The EpiSensor Z31 ZigBee module is intended for Equipment Manufacturers and System Integrators
who wish to include ZigBee-based communications capability in their products and systems. They
provide a fast and easy way to implement ZigBee wireless networks with a wide variety of I/O options
for capturing sensor data or interfacing to controllers and actuators. Wireless sensor networks are ideal
for eliminating wires, collecting information from hazardous environments and minimizing time and
cost of field installation. Purchasers will need an Ember development kit to program the module. Kits
are available from authorised Ember resellers. See www.ember.com for details
Options:
Antenna option: On board F-antenna or U.FL connector for external antenna
USB option: USB connector fitted or not fitted
Model Number Format: Z31-1-2
1
N: USB circuit and connector not fitted
U: USB circuit and connector fitted
2
F: Uses on-board F antenna
U: Uses external antenna via U.FL connector
Accessories:
1) U.FL (female) to SMA (male) adapter cable (50 cm)
2) EpiLink External F-Antenna Pod with 1 metre of cable and an SMA (female) connector
3) EpiLink External F-Antenna Pod with 3 metres of cable and an SMA (female) connector
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.
Certificate of Conformity
I hereby declare that the EpiLinkZ31 ZigBee module fulfils the requirements of the European R&TTE
directive and that it has been tested and found to be compliant with the following European
harmonized standards:
1. IEC 60950-1:2006
2. IEC 60950-1:2005 (2nd Edition)
3. EN 300 328 V1.7.1
4. EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1
5. EN 301 489-01 V1.6.1
6. EN 50371: 2002
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.
Warning: Any changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by EpiSensor could result
in the product ceasing to comply with the regulations and standards that apply in the country of use and
hence void the user's authority to operate the product.
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Brendan H O’Malley
Chief Executive
EpiSensor Limited
Moylish Park, Limerick, Ireland.
Tel: 00-353-61-490185
Fax: 00-353-61-490186
E-mail: info@episensor.com
Web: www.episensor.com
Registered in Ireland. No: 438937 Registered office: New Garden, Lisnagry, Co. Limerick
Directors: P.G. Carroll (Managing), B.P. Carroll, B. H. O’Malley, P. Coleman, F. Walsh