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The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 1 of 25 SABLE-X MODULE APPLICATION GUIDE Last updated May 13, 2015

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 2 of 25 Table of Contents 1 Introduction ................................................................................................................... 3 1.1 Purpose & Scope ....................................................................................................................... 3 1.2 Applicable Documents ............................................................................................................... 3 2 PCB Trace Antenna ....................................................................................................... 4 2.1 PCB Trace Antenna Specifications ............................................................................................ 4 3 Dipole Antenna .............................................................................................................. 5 3.1 Dipole Antenna Specifications ................................................................................................... 6 3.2 Mechanical Dimensions ............................................................................................................. 7 4 FlexPIFA Antenna.......................................................................................................... 8 4.1 FlexPIFA Antenna Specifications ............................................................................................... 9 4.2 FlexPIFA Mechanical Dimensions ........................................................................................... 10 5 FlexNotch Antenna ...................................................................................................... 11 5.1 FlexNotch Antenna Specifications ........................................................................................... 12 5.2 FlexNotch Antenna Mechanical Dimensions ........................................................................... 13 6 PCB Layout Requirements ......................................................................................... 14 6.1 Reference Design Schematic .................................................................................................. 19 6.2 Reference Design BOM ........................................................................................................... 20 6.3 U.FL Connector Drawing.......................................................................................................... 22 7 EMC Compliance ......................................................................................................... 23 7.1 Summary .................................................................................................................................. 23 7.2 Module Integration Considerations - Antenna Systems ........................................................... 23 7.3 Module Integration Considerations - Substitute Antenna Systems ......................................... 23 7.4 Module Integration Considerations - Circuit Implementation ................................................... 24 7.5 Module Integration Considerations - Top Assembly ................................................................ 24 7.6 Testing Requirements for End-Product .................................................................................... 24 7.7 SAR Testing Requirements for End-Product ........................................................................... 24 8 Contacting LSR ........................................................................................................... 25

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 3 of 25 1 Introduction 1.1 Purpose & Scope The purpose of this document is to provide details regarding the design and integration of certified antennas to the SaBLE-x module. It covers the on-module PCB trace antenna as well as several off-module antennas (Dipole, FlexPIFA, and FlexNotch). It will inform the designer as to the required PCB layout details, and provide expected performance specifications. 1.2 Applicable Documents  SaBLE-x Module Datasheet (330-0166)  SaBLE-x Development Board User Guide (330-0168)  LSR U.FL to RPSMA Cable Datasheet (330-0018)  LSR 2.4 GHz Dipole Antenna Datasheet (330-0016)  LSR 2.4 GHz FlexPIFA Antenna Datasheet (330-0149)  LSR 2.4 GHz FlexNotch Antenna Datasheet (330-0150)

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 4 of 25 2 PCB Trace Antenna The PCB trace antenna is integral to the SaBLE-x 450-0119 module, such that the end user does not incur the added cost of adding an external antenna to their end product. LSR Part Number Description 450-0119 SaBLE-x Module with PCB Trace Antenna Table 1 PCB Trace Antenna Overview 2.1 PCB Trace Antenna Specifications Specification Value Peak Gain 0 dBi Type PCB Trace Polarization Linear Vertical Frequency 2400-2500MHz Table 2 PCB Trace Antenna Specifications

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 5 of 25 3 Dipole Antenna The LSR 2.4 GHz Dipole Antenna can be used in conjunction with the LSR U.FL to Reverse Polarity SMA Cable, and the Hirose PCB mounted U.FL connector, to provide an externally mounted antenna solution for the SaBLE-x 450-0144 module. Part Number Description 450-0144 SaBLE-x Module, External Antenna Port 001-0001 2.4 GHz Dipole Antenna with Reverse Polarity SMA Connector 080-0001 U.FL to Reverse Polarity SMA Bulkhead Cable 105 mm Hirose U.FL-R-SMT(10) PCB Mounted U.FL Connector Table 3 Dipole Antenna Overview

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 6 of 25 3.1 Dipole Antenna Specifications Specification Value Gain +2 dBi Impedance 50 ohms Type Dipole Polarization Linear Vertical VSWR ≤2.5：1, Maximum Frequency 2400 - 2500MHz Weight 13g Size 105mm x 10mm Antenna Color Black Operating Temp -40°C to +85°C Table 4 Dipole Antenna Specifications

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 7 of 25 3.2 Mechanical Dimensions Figure 1 Dipole Antenna Dimensions

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 8 of 25 4 FlexPIFA Antenna The LSR 2.4 GHz FlexPIFA Antenna can be used in conjunction with the Hirose PCB mounted U.FL connector, to provide an externally mounted antenna solution for the SaBLE-x 450-0144 module. Part Number Description 450-0144 SaBLE-x Module, External Antenna Port 001-0014 2.4 GHz FlexPIFA Antenna with Integrated Cable Hirose U.FL-R-SMT(10) PCB Mounted U.FL Connector Table 5 FlexPIFA Antenna Overview

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 9 of 25 4.1 FlexPIFA Antenna Specifications Specification Value Gain +2 dBi Efficiency >60% Impedance 50 ohms Type Flexible Planar Inverted F Antenna (FlexPIFA) Polarization Linear VSWR < 2.5:1, 2400 - 2480 MHz Frequency 2400 - 2480 MHz Weight 1.13g Size 40.1mm × 11mm × 2.5mm Antenna Color Clear Yellow Adhesive 3M 100MP Operating Temp -40°C to +85°C Table 6 FlexPIFA Antenna Specifications

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 10 of 25 4.2 FlexPIFA Mechanical Dimensions Figure 2 FlexPIFA Antenna Mechanical Dimensions

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 11 of 25 5 FlexNotch Antenna The LSR 2.4 GHz FlexNotch Antenna can be used in conjunction with the Hirose PCB mounted U.FL connector, to provide an externally mounted antenna solution for the SaBLE-x 450-0144 module. Part Number Description 450-0144 SaBLE-x Module, External Antenna Port 001-0015 2.4 GHz FlexNotch Antenna with Integrated Cable Hirose U.FL-R-SMT(10) PCB Mounted U.FL Connector Table 7 FlexNotch Antenna Overview

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 12 of 25 5.1 FlexNotch Antenna Specifications Specification Value Gain +2 dBi Efficiency >70% Impedance 50 ohms Type Flexible Notch Polarization Linear VSWR < 2.5:1, 2400 - 2480 MHz Frequency 2400 - 2480 MHz Weight 0.85g Size 32.0mm × 21.08mm Antenna Color Clear Yellow Adhesive 3M 100MP Operating Temp -40°C to +85°C Table 8 FlexNotch Antenna Specifications

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 13 of 25 5.2 FlexNotch Antenna Mechanical Dimensions Figure 3 FlexNotch Antenna Mechanical Dimensions

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 14 of 25 6 PCB Layout Requirements Since this module and its associated set of approved antennas has been certified by the FCC and Industry Canada (IC) as a Modular Radio, the end user is authorized to integrate this module into an end-product, and is solely responsible for the Unintentional Emissions levels produced by the end-product. In order to preserve the Modular Radio certifications, the integrator of the module must abide by the PCB layout recommendations outlined in the following paragraphs. Any divergence from these recommendations will invalidate the modular radio certifications and require the integrator to re-certify the module and/or end-product. The module must be used with one of the approved antennas: 1. On module PCB trace antenna. 2. LSR 001-0001 center-fed 2.4 GHz dipole antenna and 080-0001 U.FL to Reverse Polarity SMA connector cable. 3. LSR 001-0014 2.4 GHz FlexPIFA Antenna. 4. LSR 001-0015 2.4 GHz FlexNotch Antenna. When using the external antenna version of the module (450-0144), and the reference design that supports the off module U.FL connector, you may use a substitute antenna if the antenna gain is less than or equal to +2 dBi. LSR provides a FCC Modular Certified reference design which utilizes a controlled impedance PCB that uses microstrip trace design to route the RF signal from the SaBLE-x module to an external coaxial connector. The external coaxial connector and associated microstrip PCB trace is optional when the application is using the On Module PCB Trace Antenna version of the module (450-0119). In order to use the modular certification for your design, it is critical that the reference design is correctly followed. The full PCB reference design is shown in Figure 4, Schematic Figure 7, and Bill of Materials Table 9. It is not required to replicate the entire design, but what is required is the circuitry and layout as it pertains to the antenna configuration as shown in Figure 5 and Figure 6.

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 15 of 25 PCB Trace Antenna Implementation When using the PCB Trace Antenna version of the module (Part Number 450-0119), the PCB layout shown in Figure 4, Figure 5, and Figure 6 should be followed. It is acceptable to keep the U.FL circuitry J3, or it may be removed from the PCB to save component cost. By keeping the external U.FL circuitry, the design can accommodate both antenna versions of the module. To minimize the influence of de-tuning to the module PCB trace antenna, it is recommended to extend the antenna end of the module off the edge of the host PCB. Another alternative is to have a cutout notched in the host PCB such that there is no PCB underneath the antenna end of the module. External Antenna Implementation (Dipole, FlexPIFA, or FlexNotch) When using the External Antenna Port version of the module (Part Number 450-0144), and one of the three certified 2.4 GHz antennas (Dipole Antenna and U.FL to RPSMA Cable, FlexPIFA, or FlexNotch), the PCB layout shown in Figure 4 should be followed. The U.FL connector J3 must be populated, and a controlled impedance microstrip trace ran between the module RF output pad and the U.FL connector as shown in the Reference Design PCB Figure 4, Figure 5, and Figure 6) and the Schematic Figure 7. Please use the latest CAD files from the LSR web site when incorporating the SaBLE-x module into a new design. CAD files are provided in native Mentor Grahics PADS PCB and PADS Logic formats, as well as ASCII, Gerber, and PDF formats. CAD files can also be translated to most popular CAD package. Contact LSR Tech support for CAD translation. Visit the LSR web site http://www.lsr.com for current PCB and Schematic CAD files.

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 16 of 25 Figure 4 Reference Design PCB

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 17 of 25 Figure 5 Host PCB Details Note the “No Copper” keep out requirement on the host PCB shown in Figure 5 above. Figure 6 External Antenna Connector and Host PCB RF Trace Details

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 18 of 25 Notes for Integrating PCB Trace Antenna Module (450-0119): 1. To minimize the influence of de-tuning to the module PCB trace antenna, it is recommended to extend the antenna end of the module off the edge of the host PCB. 2. An alternative to cantilevering the antenna outside the edge of the host PCB is to have a cutout notched in the host PCB, such that there is no PCB underneath the antenna end of the module. 3. The ground plane from the host PCB, and metal of any type, should be kept a minimum of .5” from the antenna circuitry to the left, top, and right of the dashed line shown in Figure 5. Notes for Integrating External Antenna Module (450-0144): 1. In order to accommodate a design that can support either antenna version of the module, the designer should follow the notes for integrating a PCB trace antenna from above.

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 19 of 25 6.1 Reference Design Schematic Figure 7 Reference Design Schematic

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 20 of 25 6.2 Reference Design BOM Qty PCB Ref Value Tolerance Manufacturer Mfg Part Number 1 B1 Memory Protection Devices BU2032SM-G 13 C1 C3 C4 C5 C8 C9 C10 C11 C12 C13 C14 C15 C16 100nF +/- 10% Murata GRM155R71C104KA88# 1 C2 100pF +/- 5% Murata GRM1555C1H101JA01# 1 C6 2.2uF +/- 20% Kemet C0402C225M9PAC# 1 C7 10uF +/- 10% Kemet T491A106K016AT# 1 FB1 Murata BLM18HE152SN1# 1 FB2 Murata BLM15HG102SN1# 1 FB3 Taiyo Yuden FBMH1608HL601-# 2 J1 J2 Samtec ESQ-112-24-G-S 1 J3 Hirose U.FL-R-SMT-1# 1 J4 Samtec ESQ-109-24-G-S 1 J5 Samtec ESQ-106-24-G-S 1 J6 AMP 640456-2 1 J7 Sullins PRPN021PAEN-RC 1 J8 Sullins GRPB052VWQS-RC 1 J9 Molex 105017-0001 1 JMP1 Sullins SPN02SXCN-RC 2 LED1 LED3 Kingbright APTD1608QBC/D 2 LED2 LED4 Kingbright APTD1608SURCK 2 LED5 LED6 Kingbright APTD1608CGCK 1 MOD1 LSR 450-0119 or 450-0144 1 PCB1 5 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 Fairchild FDN340P 1 Q6 Fairchild BSS138 5 R1 R2 R6 R7 R9 2.2K 5% KOA RK73B1ET#222J 2 R3 R11 68 5% KOA RK73B1ET#680J 2 R4 R12 680 5% KOA RK73B1ET#681J 2 R5 R10 180 5% KOA RK73B1ET#181J 10 R8 R13 R14 R15 R16 R17 R18 R19 R20 R21 10k 5% Vishay RCG040210K0JN# 3 S1 S2 S3 Panasonic EVQPNF04M 1 S4 Copal CUS-14TB 2 S5 S6 CTS 219-12MSTJ 1 S7 CTS 219-09MSTJ 1 U1 Texas Instruments TMP100NA# 1 U2 Future Technology Devices International FT232RQ 1 U3 Texas Instruments SN74CBTLV3257RGYR 1 U4 Macronix MX25V4006EZNI-13G 1 U5 Texas Instruments REG113NA-3.3/#

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 21 of 25 1 U6 On Semiconductor MC74VHC1G03DFT#G 1 U7 Kionix KXTF9-4100-FR 1 U8 Fairchild NC7SV11P6X 1 U9 Maxim Integrated MAX44009EDT+# 3 Z1 Z2 Z3 Epcos B72590D0050H1# Notes: # designates manufacturer packaging option. Table 9 Reference Design Development Board BOM

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 22 of 25 6.3 U.FL Connector Drawing Figure 8 U.FL Connector Drawing

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 23 of 25 7 EMC Compliance 7.1 Summary The SaBLE-x module has been tested and approved as a Modular Radio in accordance with the appropriate FCC and IC standards. The supporting test data may be found in the modular test report. Since this module and its associated set of approved antennas have been certified as a Modular Radio, this allows the end user to integrate this module into an end-product without the requirement of re-certifying the radio module. The module-integrator is responsible for the unintentional conducted and radiated emissions and must verify that the integrated product is compliant with the rules associated with unintentional radiators. The module integrator is also required to maintain an engineering record of the verification testing and declare on the product through proper labeling and marking that the device is compliant with these particular rules. The module integrator is responsible for using the patch file that corresponds to the antenna configuration and region for EMC compliance. The installed module’s FCC ID and IC numbers need to be clearly marked on the product with the following verbiage “Contains FCC ID: TFB-1002” and "Contains IC: 5969A-1002". The SaBLE-x has been certified for use in a portable configuration, which allows a transmitting device to be used with any part of its radiating structure in direct contact with the user’s body or within 20 cm of the body of a user or bystanders under normal operating conditions. 7.2 Module Integration Considerations - Antenna Systems The module must be used with one of the approved antennas: 1. On module PCB trace antenna. 2. LSR 001-0001 center-fed 2.4 GHz dipole antenna and LSR 080-0001 U.FL to Reverse Polarity SMA connector cable. 3. LSR 001-0014 2.4 GHz FlexPIFA antenna. 4. LSR 001-0015 2.4 GHz FlexNotch Antenna. The antenna should be placed such that it is minimally disturbed by the product’s packaging material. The incorporation of the largest practical free-space clearance around the antenna is important for maximizing overall performance. Further, the antenna must be placed such that at least a 20 cm separation distance is maintained from the antenna to all other radio transmitters. 7.3 Module Integration Considerations - Substitute Antenna Systems The module’s certification is only valid for the list of approved antennas presented in section 4. However, substitute antennas may be used in place of the approved antenna only if the antennas are of the same type and the peak gain is less than or equal to the peak gain of the similar approved antenna. Also the antennas should have similar in-band and out-of-band characteristics.

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 24 of 25 7.4 Module Integration Considerations - Circuit Implementation It is recommended that all connection PCB (printed circuit board) traces to the power supply and digital control terminal be as short as possible. Though not necessarily required in all cases, it is a best practice to provide an optional shunt capacitor placement at the module pin on all active and routed power supply and digital control lines. Further, a series damping resistor placement should be incorporated between the module pin/shunt capacitor node and the source/sink of the digital control signals. This provides for effective bypassing and decoupling of digital lines from the radio module, in the event that the application circuit has longer power supply and digital routing. 7.5 Module Integration Considerations - Top Assembly In addition to the recommendations given for the antenna systems and the module placement onto a product PCB, it is recommended that all wiring and interconnect systems within the product be not routed anywhere close the module and its associated circuitry on the PCB, doing so could change the emission characteristics of the module. 7.6 Testing Requirements for End-Product Once the module is integrated and the product realized in a mobile or portable configuration, the product must be tested and follow the verification process for Unintentional Conducted and Radiated Emissions in accordance to the FCC and IC guidelines. The module needs to be powered and placed in the receive mode for this test. The receiver must be tuned to its lowest frequency channel, mid-frequency channel, and highest frequency channel. The supporting test data does not need to be submitted to the FCC or IC. 7.7 SAR Testing Requirements for End-Product Since the SaBLE-x radio module was certified in a portable configuration, the end-product does not require SAR testing assuming it is not located within 20 cm of another transmitter.

SaBLE-x Module APPLICATION GUIDE The information in this document is subject to change without notice. 330-0167 Copyright © 2015 LSR Page 25 of 25 8 Contacting LSR Headquarters LSR W66 N220 Commerce Court Cedarburg, WI 53012-2636 USA Tel: 1(262) 375-4400 Fax: 1(262) 375-4248 Website www.lsr.com Technical Support forum.lsr.com Sales Contact sales@lsr.com The information in this document is provided in connection with LS Research (hereafter referred to as “LSR”) products. No license, express or implied, by estoppel or otherwise, to any intellectual property right is granted by this document or in connection with the sale of LSR products. EXCEPT AS SET FORTH IN LSR’S TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE LOCATED ON LSR’S WEB SITE, LSR ASSUMES NO LIABILITY WHATSOEVER AND DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY WARRANTY RELATING TO ITS PRODUCTS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL LSR BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, SPECIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR LOSS OF INFORMATION) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS DOCUMENT, EVEN IF LSR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. LSR makes no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this document and reserves the right to make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time without notice. LSR does not make any commitment to update the information contained herein. Unless specifically provided otherwise, LSR products are not suitable for, and shall not be used in, automotive applications. LSR’s products are not intended, authorized, or warranted for use as components in applications intended to support or sustain life.