SparkLAN Communications WPEQ256ACN 802.11ac/b/g/n Mini PCIe Module User Manual
SparkLAN Communications, Inc. 802.11ac/b/g/n Mini PCIe Module
User Manual
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WPEQ-256ACNRBI
WPEQ-256ACN
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Product Introduction
Standard IEEE802.11ac/a/b/g/n
Chipset solution QCA9892-BR4B
Radio stream [Note1] 2T2R
Antenna type / connector. External with IPEX connector
Bus Interface PCI Express
Form Factor Mini-PCIe
Data Rate
802.11b: 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps;
802.11g: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps
802.11a: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps
802.11n:
MCS 0 to 15 for HT20MHz
MCS 0 to 15 for HT40MHz
802.11ac:
MCS 0 to 8 for HT20MHz
MCS 0 to 9 for HT40MHz
MCS 0 to 9 for HT80MHz
1. In HT (High Throughput) mode, the data rate depends on the MCS Index.
2. The MCS index for HT (High Throughput) mode is from 0 to 32 as described
in the MCS table.
Spreading /Modulation
Techniques
802.11a: OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM)
802.11b: DSSS (DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK)
802.11g: OFDM (BPSK,QPSK,16-QAM,64-QAM)
802.11n: OFDM (BPSK,QPSK,16-QAM,64-QAM)
802.11ac: OFDM (BPSK,QPSK,16-QAM,64-QAM, 256-QAM)
Frequency Range
[Note2]
11b/g/n: 2.412GHz ~ 2.484GHz
11ac/a/n: 5.15GHz ~ 5.85GHz
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Transmit Output Power
(Tolerance: +/-2dBm)
802.11a: 14dBm@54Mbps
802.11b: 20dBm@11Mbps
802.11g: 16dBm@54Mbps
802.11gn HT20: 15dBm@MCS7
802.11gn HT40: 15dBm@MCS7
802.11an HT20: 13dBm@MCS7
802.11an HT40: 13dBm@MCS7
802.11ac VHT80: 10dBm@MCS9
Receiver Sensitivity
802.11a: ≤-74dBm@54Mbps
802.11b: ≤-87dBm@11Mbps
802.11g: ≤-74dBm@54Mbps
802.11gn HT20: ≤-70dBm@MCS7
802.11gn HT40: ≤-68dBm@MCS7
802.11an HT20: ≤-71dBm@MCS7
802.11an HT40: ≤-68dBm@MCS7
802.11ac VHT80: ≤-59dBm@MCS9
Operating Voltage DC 3.3V
Power Consumption TX Mode:1050mA (Max.)
Temperature Range -40°C~+85°C (Operating), -40°C~+85°C (storing)
Humidity (non-condensing) 10~85 % (Operating), 5~90 % (Storing) [Note3]
Security WEP / WPA / WPA2,802.1X
OS supported Linux (Linux supports have different versions based on different CPU platforms
and O/S. Please contact SPK support group.)
Note:
1. For Radio stream with diversity or MIMO design, all RF connectors on the module must
be fitting antennas in order to guarantee the module performance.
2. The frequency range is subject to local regulations.
3. The storing condition is only for product functionality, no included for parts appearance.
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2. Hardware Specification
2.1 Hardware Dimension
Dimension: 50.8mm * 29.85mm * 4.1mm(±0.5mm)
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The following section illustrate signal pin-outs for the system connector.
2.3 Pin Assignment
Pin# Pin Name Description Pin# Pin Name Description
1 WAKE_L(NA)
Output and open Drain
active Low signal. This
signal is used to request
that the system return
from a sleep/suspended
state to service a
function initiated wake
event.
2 +3.3V +3.3V
3 No Connection - 4 GND GND
5 No Connection - 6 No Connection -
7 CLKREQ_L Output for reference
clock request signal 8 No Connection -
9 GND GND 10 No Connection -
11 REFCLK-
Input signal for PCI
Express differential
reference clock (100
MHz)
12 No Connection -
13 REFCLK+
Input signal for PCI
Express differential
reference clock (100
MHz)
14 No Connection -
15 GND GND 16 No Connection -
17 No Connection - 18 GND GND
19 No Connection - 20 W_DISABLE_L
(OPT)
Input and active low
signal. This signal is
used by the system to
disable radio
operation on add-in
cards that implement
radio frequency
applications.
When implemented,
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this signal requires a
pull-up resistor on the
card
21 GND GND 22 PERST_L
Input signal for
functional reset to the
card
23 PERn0
PCI Express x1 data
interface: one differential
receive pair
24 +3.3V +3.3V
25 PERp0
PCI Express x1 data
interface: one differential
receive pair
26 GND GND
27 GND GND 28 No Connection -
29 GND GND 30 No Connection -
31 PETn0
PCI Express x1 data
interface: one differential
transmit pair
32 No Connection -
33 PETp0
PCI Express x1 data
interface: one differential
transmit pair
34 GND GND
35 GND GND 36 No Connection -
37 GND GND 38 No Connection -
39 No Connection - 40 GND GND
41 No Connection - 42 No Connection -
43 GND GND 44 LED_WLAN_L
(OPT)
Output and open drain
active low signal. This
signal is used to allow
the PCI Express Mini
Card add-in card to
provide status indicators
via LED devices that will
be provided by the
system
45 No Connection - 46 No Connection -
47 No Connection - 48 No Connection -
49 No Connection - 50 GND GND
51 No Connection - 52 +3.3V +3.3V
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* NA: No active
* OPT: Optional (Depends on S/W and H/W design of the module and customer platform
main board, functionalities of end devices and drivers.)
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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 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.
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.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
This device is restricted to indoor use.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
The module is limited to OEM installation ONLY.
This module is intended for OEM integrators under the following conditions:
1. This module is restricted to installation in products for use only in mobile and fixed applications.
2. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20
cm from all persons.
3. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not transmit simultaneously with any other antenna or
transmitter.
4. OEM integrator has be limited the operation channels in channel 1-11 for 2.4GHz band.
5. Fixed outdoor applications for point to multipoint operations are subject to the conditions in Part
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15.407(a)(1)(i).
The OEM integrator is still responsible for
1. ensuring that the end-user has no manual instructions to remove or install module
2. the FCC compliance requirement of the end product, which integrates this module.
3. Appropriate measurements (e.g. 15 B compliance) and if applicable additional equipment authorizations
(e.g. Verification, Doc) of the host device to be addressed by the integrator/manufacturer.
4. The separate approval is required for all other operating configurations, including portable configurations
with respect to Part 2.1093 and different antenna configurations
The user manual of the end product should include
1. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate this equipment.
2. the restriction of operating this device in indoor could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
3. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
4. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator &
your body.
5. The FCC part 15.19 statement: 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.
Label of the end product:
The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following " Contains TX FCC ID:
RYK-WPEQ256ACN".
The end product shall bear the following 15.19 statement: 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.
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This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and
Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Innovation,
Sciences et Développement économique 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’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
This radio transmitter [IC: 6158A-WPEQ256ACN] has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic
Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the maximum permissible gain
indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for
any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
FCC/ISED Antenna List
# Brand Model Connector Type Type 5GHz 2.4GHz
Band 1 Band 2 Band 3 Band 4
1 SparkLAN AD-103AG I-Pex Dipole 2.03 2.02
2 SparkLAN AD-301N I-Pex Dipole 5.2 5.8 4.4
3 SparkLAN AD-302N I-Pex Dipole 2.87 3.14
4 SparkLAN AD-303N I-Pex Dipole 3.45 3.14
5 SparkLAN AD-305N I-Pex Dipole 5.53 5
6 SparkLAN AD-300N I-Pex Dipole 5 3
Le présent émetteur radio [IC: 6158A-WPEQ256ACN] a été approuvé par Innovation, Sciences et
Développement économique Canada pour fonctionner avec les types d'antenne énumérés ci-dessous et ayant
un gain admissible maximal. Les types d'antenne non inclus dans cette liste, et dont le gain est supérieur au
gain maximal indiqué pour tout type figurant sur la liste, sont strictement interdits pour l'exploitation de
l'émetteur.
FCC/ISED Antenna List
# Brand Model Connector Type Type 5GHz 2.4GHz
Band 1 Band 2 Band 3 Band 4
1 SparkLAN AD-103AG I-Pex Dipole 2.03 2.02
2 SparkLAN AD-301N I-Pex Dipole 5.2 5.8 4.4
3 SparkLAN AD-302N I-Pex Dipole 2.87 3.14
4 SparkLAN AD-303N I-Pex Dipole 3.45 3.14
5 SparkLAN AD-305N I-Pex Dipole 5.53 5
6 SparkLAN AD-300N I-Pex Dipole 5 3
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the device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful
interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;
les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5150-5250 MHz sont réservés uniquement pour une utilisation à
l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les
mêmes canaux;
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your
body.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement
non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20cm de distance entre la source
de rayonnement et votre corps
Modular OEM Integrator Notice
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
Cet appareil est conçu uniquement pour les intégrateurs OEM dans les conditions suivantes: (Pour utilisation
de dispositif module)
1) L'antenne doit être installée de telle sorte qu'une distance de 20cm est respectée entre l'antenne et les
utilisateurs, et
2) Le module émetteur peut ne pas être coïmplanté avec un autre émetteur ou antenne.
The OEM integrator is still responsible for
1. ensuring that the end-user has no manual instructions to remove or install module
2. the ISED compliance requirement of the end product, which integrates this module.
3. Appropriate measurements and if applicable additional equipment authorizations of the host device to be
addressed by the integrator/manufacturer.
4. The separate approval is required for all other operating configurations, including portable configurations
and different antenna configurations
End Product Labeling
The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains transmitter module IC:
6158A-WPEQ256ACN”.
Contient le module d'émission IC: IC: 6158A-WPEQ256ACN
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The Host Model Number (HMN) must be indicated at any location on the exterior of the end product or product
packaging or product literature which shall be available with the end product or online.
Japan Antenna List
# Brand Model Connector
Type Type 5GHz 2.4GHz
Band 1 Band 2 Band 3
1 Walsin RFDPA131000SBLB808 I-Pex Dipole 4.4 2.93
2 Cortec AN2450-5511BRS I-Pex Dipole 3.14 3.58 2.89
3 SANSEI ANTDP-027A0 I-Pex Dipole 1.3 1.3 1.2 1.5
4 Taoglas MA231.LBC.002 I-Pex Flat Bar 2.84 2.84 2.84 2.41
5 WIESON GPOT113-020A I-Pex Dipole -5.96 -5.96 -5.96 -0.79
6 Cortec AN2450-16HM01BRS I-Pex Dipole 6.27 6.67 2.15
7 ARISTOTLE RFA-25-AP252-70-500 I-Pex PCB 2.6 3.62 2.47
8 ARISTOTLE RFA-25-AP287-4B-350F I-Pex PCB 3.5 3.5 3.5 2.8
9 LYNwave ALX17P-221XX9-00 I-Pex PCB 3.6 3.6 3.6 3.7
10 LYNwave ALX17P-221XXG-00 I-Pex PCB 3.6 3.6 3.6 3.7
11 ARISTOTLE RFA-25-C17M5-1 I-Pex Dipole 3 1.5
12 vso GRF1351 I-Pex Dipole 4.8 4.9 2.9
13 exceltek C0255-ANG0027 I-Pex PCB 2 2 2 2
14 exceltek C0255-ANG0029 I-Pex PCB 2 2 2 2
15 exceltek C0255-ANG0018 I-Pex Dipole 2.8 2.6 2.9 2.4
16 Anjie EX06-2458-B1-SMA-MR I-Pex Dipole 1.9 1.5
17 ARISTOTLE RFA-25-C2M2-U-M70 I-Pex Dipole 2.34 2.34 2.34 2.9
18 ARISTOTLE RFA-25-C2M2-M32-N I-Pex Dipole 1.81 2.56
19 SparkLAN AD-103AG I-Pex Dipole 2.03 2.02
20 SparkLAN AD-301N I-Pex Dipole 5.2 5.8 4.4
21 SparkLAN AD-302N I-Pex Dipole 2.87 3.14
22 SparkLAN AD-303N I-Pex Dipole 3.45 3.14
23 SparkLAN AD-305N I-Pex Dipole 5.53 5
24 SparkLAN AD-300N I-Pex Dipole 5 3
25 SparkLAN AD-300PF I-Pex Pifa 5 3