JAVAD GNSS BT4EX8M Bluetooth Module User Manual BT4EX Evaluation Kit Application Notes
JAVAD GNSS, Inc. Bluetooth Module BT4EX Evaluation Kit Application Notes
Users Manual
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BT4EX8M Evaluation Kit
Application Notes
Version 1.0
Last Revised July 30, 2010
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Terms and Conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
WEEE Directive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Technical Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Chapter 1. Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Chapter 2. Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.1. Powering the Evaluation board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
2.2. Bluetooth Antenna Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
2.3. USB Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
2.4. Serial RS-232 connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
2.5. Parallel connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Appendix A. Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
A.1. General Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Appendix B. Warranty Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
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PREFACE
Thank you for purchasing this product. The materials available in these Application Notes (the
“Application Notes”) have been prepared by JAVAD GNSS, Inc. (“JAVAD GNSS”) for owners of
JAVAD GNSS products. It is designed to assist owners with the use of BT4EX8M Evaluation Kit
and its use is subject to these terms and conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”).
Note: Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully.
Terms and Conditions
COPYRIGHT – All information contained in these Application Notes is the intellectual property
of, and copyrighted material of JAVAD GNSS. All rights are reserved. You may not use, access,
copy, store, display, create derivative works of, sell, modify, publish, distribute, or allow any third
party access to, any graphics, content, information or data in these Application Notes without
JAVAD GNSS’ express written consent and may only use such information for the care and
operation of your BT4EX8M Evaluation Kit. The information and data in these Application Notes
are a valuable asset of JAVAD GNSS and are developed by the expenditure of considerable work,
time and money, and are the result of original selection, coordination and arrangement by JAVAD
GNSS.
TRADEMARKS – BT4EX8M Evaluation KitTM, JAVAD GNSS® are trademarks or registered
trademarks of JAVAD GNSS. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation;
Product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY – EXCEPT FOR ANY WARRANTIES IN THESE
APPLICATION NOTES OR A WARRANTY CARD ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT,
THESE APPLICATION NOTES AND THE BT4EX8M EVALUATION KIT ARE PROVIDED
“AS-IS.” THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES. JAVAD GNSSDISCLAIMS ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
USE OR PURPOSE. JAVAD GNSS AND ITS DISTRIBUTORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; NOR FOR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING,
PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THESE MATERIAL OR THE BT4EX8M OEM BOARDS.
SUCH DISCLAIMED DAMAGES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF TIME,
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LOSS OR DESTRUCTION OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFIT, SAVINGS OR REVENUE, OR
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ANY OTHER COSTS. IN ANY EVENT, JAVAD GNSS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR
DAMAGES OR OTHERWISE TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY IN EXCESS
OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR THE BT4EX8M Evaluation KIT.
LICENSE AGREEMENT – Use of any computer programs or software supplied by JAVAD
GNSS or downloaded from a JAVAD GNSS website (the “Software”) in connection with the
BT4EX8M Evaluation Kit constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions in these
Application Notes and an agreement to abide by these Terms and Conditions. The user is granted
a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use such Software under the terms stated
herein and in any case only with a single BT4EX8M Evaluation Kit or single computer. You may
not assign or transfer the Software or this license without the express written consent of JAVAD
GNSS. This license is effective until terminated. You may terminate the license at any time by
destroying the Software and Application Notes. JAVAD GNSS may terminate the license if you
fail to comply with any of the Terms or Conditions. You agree to destroy the Software and
application notes upon termination of your use of the BT4EX8M Evaluation Kit. All ownership,
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your employees as may be necessary or appropriate to operate or care for the BT4EX8M
Evaluation Kit. Such employees must also keep the Confidentiality Information confidential. In
the event you become legally compelled to disclose any of the Confidential Information, you shall
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WEBSITE; OTHER STATEMENTS – No statement contained at the JAVAD GNSS website (or
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(including the Software license, warranty and limitation of liability).
SAFETY – Improper use of the OEM boards can lead to injury to persons or property and/or
malfunction of the product. The BT4EX8M Evaluation Kit should only be repaired by authorized
JAVAD GNSS warranty service center. Users should review and heed the safety warnings in
Appendix A on page 17.
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MISCELLANEOUS – The above Terms and Conditions may be amended, modified,
superseded, or canceled, at any time by JAVAD GNSS. The above Terms and Conditions will be
governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California, without
reference to conflict of laws.
Regulatory Information
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.
“Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment”.
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
WEEE Directive
The following information is for EU-member states only:
The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about the take-back
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and recycling of this product, please contact your supplier where you purchased the product or
consult.
Technical Assistance
If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product documentation,
contact your local dealer. Alternatively, request technical support using the JAVAD GNSS World
Wide Web site at: www.javad.com
To contact JAVAD GNSS Customer Support use the QUESTIONS button available on the
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INTRODUCTION
The Evaluation Kit is designed for use in laboratories and allows:
• JAVAD GNSS BT4EX8M Bluetooth module testing;
• evaluating all the features of BT4EX8M Bluetooth module;
• developing applications using BT4EX8M Bluetooth module.
The kit consists of:
1. BT4EX8M Test Board:
Figure 1-1. Test board
USB port
Serial
Bluetooth Power LED
Parallel
BT4EX8M module
Reset
PINs
PINs
port
Antenna connector
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Table 1-1. Test Board Pinout
2. Bluetooth Antenna:
Figure 1-2. Bluetooth Antenna
PIN I/O PIN Type Description
AIO2 I/O Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
AIO1 I/O Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
AIO0 I/O Bi-directional Programmable input/output line
PIO0 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Control output for external LNA (if fitted)
PIO1 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line
PIO2 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line
PIO3 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line
PIO4 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line or optional
BT_Priority/Ch_Clk output for co-
existence signaling
PIO5 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line or optional
BT_Active output for co-existence
signaling
PIO6 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line or optional
WLAN_Active/Ch_Data input for co-
existence signaling
PIO7 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line
PIO8 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line
PIO9 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line
PIO10 I/O Bi-directional with programmable strength
internal pull-up/down Programmable input/output line
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3. USB cable:
Figure 1-3. USB cable
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4. DB9 Female - DB9 Female Serial Cable.
Figure 1-4. DB9 Serial Cable
5. Plug for USB AC Adapter:
Figure 1-5. Plug for USB AC Adapter
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CONNECTION
2.1. Powering the Evaluation board
The BT4EX8M Evaluation board can be powered in two ways, using USB cable:
1. When the board is connected to PC via USB cable no additional powering required;
2. When the serial or parallel connection to PC is used, power the test board using USB cable
connected to plug, as depicted on Figure 2-1:
Figure 2-1. Powering
2.2. Bluetooth Antenna Connection
Connect the Bluetooth antenna to the Bluetooth antenna connector, as depicted on Figure 2-1.
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Connection
USB Connection
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2.3. USB Connection
A standard USB cable (included in Kit) may be used to connect PC USB port with USB port on adapter.
Table 2-1. USB Connector Specification
2.4. Serial RS-232 connection
A standard Null-Modem cable (included in Kit) with DB-9 Female connectors on both ends may
be used to connect PC COM_X port with Serial port on adapter.
Adapter’s DB-9 male connector external view and pinout is shown on the Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2. DB-9 Male connector
Table 2-2. DB-9 Male Connector Specification
Pin Signal Name Dir Description
1 5V_USB I +5 VDC Power Input
2 USB_D- I/O USB data minus
3 USB_D+ I/O USB data plus
4 GND - Ground
5 GND - Ground
Pin Signal Name Dir Description
1N/C1
1. N/C - Not connected
-
2 RX_IN I RS232 data input
3 TX_OUT O RS232 data output
4N/C O
5 GND - Ground
6N/C -
7 RTS_OUT O RS232 request to send active low
8 CTS_IN I RS232 clear to send active low
9N/C -
Connection
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2.5. Parallel connection
A standard parallel cable (not included in Kit) with DB-25 Female connectors on both ends may
be used to connect PC LPT_X port with LPT port on test board.
Test board’s DB-25 male connector external view and pinout is shown on the Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-3. DB-25 Male connector
Table 2-3. Connector Specification
Please, refer to particular external device parallel port specification to select and use right Serial
cable for proper connection.
Pin Signal Name Dir Description Pi
n
Signal
Name
Di
rDescription
1N/C114 N/C
2 SPI_CSB I Chip select for Synchronous
Serial Interface. Active low. 15 N/C
3 N/C 16 N/C
4 N/C 17 N/C
5 N/C 18 GND - Ground
6 N/C 19 GND - Ground
7 N/C 20 GND - Ground
8 SPI_MOSI I Serial Peripheral Interface data
input 21 GND - Ground
9 SPI_CLK I Serial Peripheral Interface clock 22 GND - Ground
10 SPI_MISO O Serial Peripheral Interface data
output 23 GND - Ground
11 N/C 24 GND - Ground
12 N/C 25 GND - Ground
13 N/C
1. N/C - Not connected
Connection
Parallel connection
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Appendix A
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SAFETY WARNINGS
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Clean only with a damp cloth.
• Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, or has been dropped.
• Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
Safety Warnings
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A.1. General Warnings
This product should never be used:
• Without the user thoroughly understanding operator’s manual.
• After disabling safety systems or altering the product.
• With unauthorized accessories.
• Contrary to applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
D
ANGER
:
THE EVALUATION KIT SHOULD NEVER BE USED IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS.
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WARRANTY TERMS
JAVAD GNSS electronic equipment are guaranteed against defective material and workmanship
under normal use and application consistent with this Manual. The equipment is guaranteed for
the period indicated, on the warranty card accompanying the product, starting from the date that
the product is sold to the original purchaser by JAVAD GNSS’ Authorized Dealers1.
During the warranty period, JAVAD GNSS will, at its option, repair or replace this product at no
additional charge. Repair parts and replacement products will be furnished on an exchange basis
and will be either reconditioned or new. This limited warranty does not include service to repair
damage to the product resulting from an accident, disaster, misuses, abuse or modification of the
product.
Warranty service may be obtained from an authorized JAVAD GNSS warranty service dealer. If
this product is delivered by mail, purchaser agrees to insure the product or assume the risk of loss
or damage in transit, to prepay shipping charges to the warranty service location and to use the
original shipping container or equivalent. A letter should accompany the package furnishing a
description of the problem and/or defect.
The purchaser's sole remedy shall be replacement as provided above. In no event shall JAVAD
GNSS be liable for any damages or other claim including any claim for lost profits, lost savings or
other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of, or inability to use, the product.
1. The warranty against defects in JAVAD GNSS battery, charger, or cable is 90 days.
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