DR8100-DK RFM, DR8100-DK Datasheet

3G DEVELOPMENT KIT 916MHZ

DR8100-DK

Manufacturer Part Number
DR8100-DK
Description
3G DEVELOPMENT KIT 916MHZ
Manufacturer
RFM
Type
Transceiverr
Datasheets

Specifications of DR8100-DK

Frequency
916MHz
For Use With/related Products
DR8100
Lead Free Status / RoHS Status
Lead free / RoHS Compliant
Other names
583-1050
Third Generation
Virtual Wire Development Kit
User Guide
General Overview
The Third Generation (3G) VWO Development Kits are
available as:
The 3G Development kits allows for complete evaluation
and application development of RFM’s SRR (Short Range
Radio) line of RFIC’s. A communication link or Range Test
can be executed with the Data Terminal to evaluate
system performance.
Kit Includes:
Key Features:
RF Monolithics, Inc.
Rev1
DR7000-DK (433.92 MHz)
DR7001-DK (315.00 MHz)
DR7003-DK (303.825 MHz)
DR8000-DK (916.5 MHz)
DR8001-DK (868.35 MHz)
DR8100-DK (916.5 MHz w/DSSS)
Full development with Silicon Labs C8051F330
IDE (sold separately)
Comprehensive Evaluation of Third Generation
Virtual Wire devices
Individual parameter configuration
Adjustable RF output power
USB 2.0 serial communication
Example Code
Third Generation demo software
2-way communication link
Range Test
Data Terminal Program
Diagnostic LED’s
“Out of the box” operation
2x USB 2.0 Cables
2x 9V batteries
VWO Configuration software
2x tuned, SMA antennas
2x DR development boards
CD with documentation
(800) 704-6079 toll-free in U.S. and Canada
www.rfm.com
Email: support@rfm.com
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DR8100-DK Summary of contents

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... DR8000-DK (916.5 MHz) • DR8001-DK (868.35 MHz) • DR8100-DK (916.5 MHz w/DSSS) The 3G Development kits allows for complete evaluation and application development of RFM’s SRR (Short Range Radio) line of RFIC’s. A communication link or Range Test can be executed with the Data Terminal to evaluate system performance ...

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... Current Monitor (J8) ............................................................................................ 6 2.8 TX Range Configuration Jumper (J5)................................................................. 6 2.9 Test Points............................................................................................................ 7 2.10 Custom Development Area ............................................................................... 7 2.11 Communication Link Protocol .......................................................................... 7 2.12 Communication Packet ..................................................................................... 8 2.13 3G VWO Configuration Software ...................................................................... 8 Rev1 RF Monolithics, Inc. (800) 704-6079 toll-free in U.S. and Canada TABLE OF CONTENTS www.rfm.com 5 2 Email: support@rfm.com ...

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... Unless you have access to this type of equipment, the use of an antenna consultant is recommended. Rev1 RF Monolithics, Inc. (800) 704-6079 toll-free in U.S. and Canada Figure 1. 3G VWO Development Board www.rfm.com 3 Email: support@rfm.com ...

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... For development using the on-board Silicon Labs C8051F330 microcontroller, a header is available for programming and debug capability using the Silicon Labs USB Debug Adapter module (sold separately). Full development is possible by purchasing the C8051F330DK Development Kit. All firmware code for the development kit is available from the RFM website. Figure 2. Development/Programming Connection 2.3 Power Supply The development board may be powered from one of three methods: 9V battery, USB port, or external power supply applied to J1 ...

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... When the USB port is connected, a Green LED will light indicating that a connection is established and ready for power-up. Refer to Figure 6. Rev1 RF Monolithics, Inc. (800) 704-6079 toll-free in U.S. and Canada Serial (COM) Traffic Indicator TX Packet Indicator Error Packet Indicator Figure 4. LED Indicators Figure 5. RESET Button www.rfm.com 5 Email: support@rfm.com ...

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... Should an error occur in the checksum, the Error LED (RED) will flash momentarily indicating a failed packet. Rev1 RF Monolithics, Inc. (800) 704-6079 toll-free in U.S. and Canada Figure 6. USB Power on LED Figure 7. Current Monitor Jumper J8 Figure 9. LED Indicators for Range Test www.rfm.com LEDs flash rapidly! 6 Email: support@rfm.com ...

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... The protocol software does not require or support hardware flow control, so the host software will have to do some timekeeping to interface the Rev1 RF Monolithics, Inc. (800) 704-6079 toll-free in U.S. and Canada Figure 10. Testpoints Figure 11. Prototyping Area www.rfm.com 7 Email: support@rfm.com ...

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... The software can Read and Write the internal registers as well as operate in backward- compatible second generation (2G) mode. See the 3G Configuration Software datasheet for detailed operational information. 4441 Sigma Road Dallas, Texas 75244 (800) 704-6079 toll-free in U.S. and Canada Email: info@rfm.com www.rfm.com www.wirelessis.com Rev1 RF Monolithics, Inc. (800) 704-6079 toll-free in U.S. and Canada ...

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