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Functional description
Overview
The Xenon is a low cost mesh-enabled development board that can act as either an
endpoint or repeater within a Particle Mesh network.
The Xenon is mesh only and designed to function as the endpoint of your IoT network. It is
based on the Nordic nRF52840 and has built-in battery charging circuitry so it’s easy to
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connect a Li-Po and deploy your local network in minutes.
The Xenon is best for connecting sensors, motors, pumps, valves, and points of datainterest. Pair it with an Argon or Boron gateway to get all that great data into the Device
Cloud.
Features
Nordic Semiconductor nRF52840 SoC
ARM Cortex-M4F 32-bit processor @ 64MHz
1MB flash, 256KB RAM
IEEE 802.15.4-2006: 250 Kbps
Bluetooth 5: 2 Mbps, 1 Mbps, 500 Kbps, 125 Kbps
Supports DSP instructions, HW accelerated Floating Point Unit (FPU) calculations
ARM TrustZone CryptoCell-310 Cryptographic and security module
Up to +8 dBm TX power (down to -20 dBm in 4 dB steps)
NFC-A tag
On-board additional 4MB SPI flash
20 mixed signal GPIO (6 x Analog, 8 x PWM), UART, I2C, SPI
Micro USB 2.0 full speed (12 Mbps)
Integrated Li-Po charging and battery connector
JTAG (SWD) Connector
RGB status LED
Reset and Mode buttons
On-board PCB antenna
u.FL connector for external antenna
Meets the Adafruit Feather specification in dimensions and pinout
FCC, CE and IC certified
RoHS compliant (lead-free)
Interfaces
Block diagram
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Power
USB PORT
The USB port is the easiest way to power up the Xenon. Please make sure that the USB
port is able to provided at least 500mA. Power from the USB is regulated down to 3.3V by
the on board Torex XC9258A step-down regulator.
VUSB PIN
The pin is internally connected to the VBUS of the USB port. The typical output should be
around 4.5 to 5 VDC when the device is plugged into the USB port and 0 when not
connected to a USB source. You can use this pin to power peripherals that operate at such
voltages. Do not exceed the current rating of the USB port, which is nominally rated to
500mA. This pin is also protected with an internal fuse rated at 1000mA.
LiPo
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If you want to make your projects truly wireless, you can power the device with a single
cell LiPo/Lithium Ion (3.7V). The Xenon has an on board LiPo charger that will charge and
power the device when USB source is plugged in, or power the device from the LiPo alone
in the absence of the USB.
NOTE: Please pay attention to the polarity of the LiPo connector. Not all LiPo
batteries follow the same polarity convention!
Li+ PIN
This pin is internally connected to the positive terminal of the LiPo connector. You can
connect a single cell LiPo/Lithium Ion or a DC supply source to this pin for powering the
Xenon. Remember that the input voltage range on this pin is 3.6 to 4.2 VDC.
3V3 PIN
This pin is the output of the on board 3.3V step-down switching regulator (Torex
XC9258A). The regulator is rated at 1000mA max. When using this pin to power other
devices or peripherals remember to budget in the current requirement of the Xenon first.
This pin can also be used to power the Xenon in absence of the USB or LiPo power. When
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powering over this pin, please connect the ENABLE pin to GND so that the on board
regulator is disabled.
Antenna
There are two options for the Mesh antenna on the Xenon. It comes with an on-board PCB
antenna which is selected by default in the device OS and a u.FL connector if you wish to
connect an external antenna. If you wish to use the external antenna, you'll need to issue
an appropriate command in the firmware.
FCC approved antenna
The following antenna is optional, as the Xenon comes with an on-board PCB antenna.
Particle Device Frequency
Xenon
Antenna Type Manufacturer MFG. Part # Gain
2400-2500 MHz PCB Antenna
Particle
ANT-FLXV2
2.0dBi peak
Peripherals and GPIO
Peripheral Type Qty Input(I) / Output(O)
Digital
20
I/O
Analog (ADC)
UART
I/O
SPI
I/O
I2C
I/O
USB
I/O
PWM
Note: All GPIOs are only rated at 3.3VDC max.
SWD
The Xenon has a dedicated 10 pin debug connector that exposes the SWD interface of
the nRF5280. This interface can be used to debug your code or reprogram your Xenon
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bootloader, device OS, or the user firmware using any standard SWD tools including our
Mesh Debugger.
Memory map
nRF52840 Flash Layout Overview
Bootloader (48KB, @0xF4000)
User Application (128KB, @0xD4000)
System (656KB, @0x30000)
SoftDevice (192KB)
External SPI Flash Layout Overview (DFU offset: 0x80000000)
OTA (1500KB, @0x00289000)
Reserved (420KB, @0x00220000)
FAC (128KB, @0x00200000)
LittleFS (2M, @0x00000000)
Pins and button definitions
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Pin markings
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Pinout diagram
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You can download a high resolution PDF version of the pin out here.
Pin description
Pin
Description
Li+
This pin is internally connected to the positive terminal of the LiPo battery connector.
VUSB
This pin is internally connected to the USB (+ve) supply.
3V3
This pin is the output of the on-board 3.3V regulator.
GND
System ground pin.
EN
Device enable pin is internally pulled-up. To disable the device, connect this pin to GND.
RST
Active-low system reset input. This pin is internally pulled-up.
MD
This pin is internally connected to the MODE button. The MODE function is active-low.
RX
Primarily used as UART RX, but can also be used as a digital GPIO.
TX
Primarily used as UART TX, but can also be used as a digital GPIO.
SDA
Primarily used as data pin for I2C, but can also be used as a digital GPIO.
SCL
Primarily used as clock pin for I2C, but can also be used as a digital GPIO.
MO,MI,SCK These are the SPI interface pins, but can also be used as a digital GPIO.
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Pin
Description
D2-D8
These are generic GPIO pins. D2-D8 are PWM-able.
A0-A5
These are analog input pins that can also act as standard digital GPIO. A0-A5 are PWM-able.
LED status
System RGB LED
For a detailed explanation of different color codes of the RGB system LED, please take a
look here.
Charge status LED
State Description
ON
Charging in progress
OFF
Charging complete
Technical specifications
Absolute maximum ratings
[1]
Parameter
Symbol
Supply Input Voltage
Max
Unit
VIN-MAX
+6.2
Battery Input Voltage
VLiPo
+6.5
Supply Output Current
I3V3-MAX-L
1000
mA
Storage Temperature
Tstg
+75
°C
kV
ESD Susceptibility HBM (Human Body Mode) VESD
Min Typ
-30
[1]
Stresses beyond those listed under absolute maximum ratings may cause permanent
damage to the device. These are stress ratings only, and functional operation of the device
at these or any other conditions beyond those indicated under recommended operating
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conditions is not implied. Exposure to absolute-maximum-rated conditions for extended
periods may affect device reliability.
Recommended operating conditions
Parameter
Symbol
Min
Typ
LiPo Battery Voltage
VLiPo
+3.3
+4.4
Supply Input Voltage
V3V3
+3.0 +3.3 +3.6
Supply Output Voltage
V3V3
+3.3
Operating Current (uC on, Radio ON)
ILi+ avg
20
mA
Operating Current (uC on, Radio OFF)
ILi+ avg
TBD
TBD
mA
Operating Current (EN pin = LOW)
Idisable
20
30
uA
Sleep Current (4.2V LiPo, Radio OFF)
IQs
TBD
TBD
mA
Deep Sleep Current (4.2V LiPo, Radio OFF)
IQds
TBD
TBD
uA
Operating Temperature
Top
+60
°C
95
-20
Humidity Range Non condensing, relative humidity
Max Unit
Radio specifications
Xenon uses the Nordic Semiconductor nRF52840 SoC as the main controller and the
mesh radio.
Feature
Description
Operating Frequencies 2360 to 2500 MHz
Output Power
Programmable -20dBm to +8dBm
PLL channel spacing
1 MHz
On the air data rate
125 to 2000 kbps
I/O Characteristics
These specifications are based on the nRF52840 datasheet.
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Parameter
Symbol
Input high voltage
Conditions
Min
Typ
Max
Unit
VIH
0.7*3.3
--
3.3
Input low voltage
VIL
0.3*3.3
Current at GND+0.4 V, output set low, high drive
IOL,HDL
V3V3 >= 2.7V
10
15
mA
Current at V3V3-0.4 V, output set high, high drive IOH,HDH V3V3 >= 2.7V
14
mA
Pull-up resistance
RPU
11
13
16
kœ
Pull-down resistance
RPD
11
13
16
kœ
Mechanical specifications
Dimensions and Weight
Weight = 10 grams
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Mating connectors
The Xenon uses two single row 0.1" pitch male header pins. One of them is 16 pin while
the other is 12 pin. It can be mounted with matching 0.1" pitch female headers with a
typical height of 0.335" (8.5mm). When you search for parts like these it can be difficult to
navigate the thousands of parts available online so here are a few good choices for the
Xenon:
Description
MFG
MFG Part Number
16-pin 0.1" (2.54mm) Female Header Sullins PPTC161LFBN-RC
16-pin 0.1" (2.54mm) Female Header TE
6-535541-4
12-pin 0.1" (2.54mm) Female Header Sullins PPTC121LFBN-RC
12-pin 0.1" (2.54mm) Female Header TE
6-534237-0
Recommended PCB land pattern
The Xenon can be directly soldered onto the PCB or be mounted with the above
mentioned female headers.
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Schematic
The complete schematic and board files are open source and available on Particle's
GitHub repository here.
Power
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nRF52840
SPI FLASH
Interfaces
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Ordering information
Xenons are available from store.particle.io in single quantities.
Qualification and approvals
Model Number: XENN
RoHS
CE
FCC ID: 2AEMI-XENN
IC: 20127-XENN
Product Handling
ESD Precautions
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The Xenon contains highly sensitive electronic circuitry and is an Electrostatic Sensitive
Device (ESD). Handling Xenon without proper ESD protection may destroy or damage it
permanently. Proper ESD handling and packaging procedures must be applied
throughout the processing, handling and operation of any application that incorporates
Xenon. ESD precautions should be implemented on the application board where the
Xenon is mounted. Failure to observe these precautions can result in severe damage to
the Xenon!
Connectors
There are four connectors on the Xenon that will get damaged with improper usage. The
JST connector on the circuit board, where you plug in the LiPo battery, is very durable but
the connector on the battery itself is not. When unplugging the battery, take extra
precaution to NOT pull the connector using the wires, but instead hold the plug at its base
to avoid putting stress on the wires. This can be tricky with bare hands - nose pliers are
your friend here.
The micro B USB connector on the Xenon is soldered on the PCB with large surface pads
as well as couple of through hole anchor points. Despite this reinforcement, it is very easy
to rip out the connector if too much stress is put on in the vertical direction.
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The u.FL antenna connector is a very fragile piece of hardware ( and is fancy too with all
the gold plating). The connector was not designed to be constantly plugged and
unplugged. Care must be taken not to put stress on it at any time (yes, swinging the
Xenon by the antenna is a very bad idea, this is not your cat). The antenna pin is also the
most static sensitive and you can destroy the radio with improper handling. If you are
feeling adventurous, we highly recommend putting a tiny dab of glue (epoxy, rubber
cement, liquid tape or hot glue) on the connector to securely hold the plug in place.
The 10 pin SWD connector provides an easy in-system debugging access to the device.
The pins on the connector can easily be damaged if the mating connector cable is
inserted improperly. If you are trying to debug the device, you probably are not in a good
mood to begin with. The last thing you want is to render the connector useless. Be nice,
and be gentle on the connector. Good luck with the debugging!
Breadboarding
The breadboard provided with the Xenon is specifically designed to require low insertion
force. This makes it easy to plug the Xenon in and out of the breadboard. If you end up
using a different breadboard, remember that it may require more force. In this case,
always remember to pinch-hold your precious Xenon by the sides (along the header pins)
when plugging-unplugging and not by the USB connector (don't be this person).
Default settings
The Xenon comes preprogrammed with a bootloader and a user application called Tinker.
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very easily toggle digital pins, take analog and digital readings and drive variable PWM
outputs.
The bootloader allows you to easily update the user application via several different
methods, USB, OTA, Serial Y-Modem, and also internally via the Factory Reset procedure.
All of these methods have multiple tools associated with them as well.
FCC IC CE Warnings and End Product Labeling
Requirements
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 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 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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. 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.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter module must
not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This
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End equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20
centimeters between the radiator and your body.
IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example certain
laptop configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC authorization
is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID can not be used on the final product. In
these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end
product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC authorization.
End Product Labeling The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the
following:
Contains FCC ID: 2AEMI-XENN
Manual Information to the End User The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide
information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s
manual of the end product which integrates this module.
Canada Statement This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs.
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;
2. l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Caution Exposure: This device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in
section 2.5 of RSS102 and users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and
compliance. Le dispositif répond à l'exemption des limites d'évaluation de routine dans la
section 2.5 de RSS102 et les utilisateurs peuvent obtenir des renseignements canadiens
sur l'exposition aux RF et le respect.
The final end product must be labelled in a visible area with the following: The Industry
Canada certification label of a module shall be clearly visible at all times when installed in
the host device, otherwise the host device must be labelled to display the Industry
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Canada certification number of the module, preceded by the words “Contains transmitter
module”, or the word “Contains”, or similar wording expressing the same meaning, as
follows:
Contains transmitter module IC: 20127-XENN
This End equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20
centimeters between the radiator and your body. Cet équipement devrait être installé et
actionné avec une distance minimum de 20 centimètres entre le radiateur et votre corps.
The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning as shown in
this manual.
Revision history
Revision Date
v001
Author Comments
26 Oct 2018 MB
Initial release
Known Errata
Contact
Web
https://www.particle.io
Community Forums
https://community.particle.io
Email
https://support.particle.io
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