Profoto RMI3 Integration Manual
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RMI3 Thank you for choosing Profoto Thank you for giving us your confidence by investing in the Profoto RMI3. For more than five decades we have sought after the perfect light. What drives us is our conviction that we can offer even better tools for the most demanding photographers. Before our products are shipped we have them pass an extensive and strict testing program. We make sure that each individual product meets our high demands on performance, quality, and safety.
RMI3 Safety instructions NOTE ABOUT RF! This equipment makes use of the radio spectrum and emits radio frequency energy. Proper care should be taken when the device is integrated in systems. Make sure that all specifications within this document are followed, especially those concerning operating temperature and supply voltage range. Make sure the device is operated according to local regulations. The frequency spectrum this device is using is shared with other users. Interference can not be ruled out.
Introduction .......................................................................................................6 RMI3 Table of Contents General Description...................................................................................................6 System Diagram...........................................................................................6 Hardware Description................................................................................................
RMI3 Introduction Profoto’s RMI3 is the base for our versatile modular communication platform, used in products such as the flash generator Pro-10 and the Monolight D2. It utilzes communication in the 2.4GHz ISM- band and has an impressive performance with a range of up to 300 meters (free line of sight in open space )1.
RMI3 Hardware Description Mechanical Characteristics Dimensions 46x 18 x 10 mm +/- 1mm [Length, Width, Height] Weight: approx 10g Product Image 7 www.profoto.
RMI3 Mechanical Drawing 8 Electrical Characteristics PINOUT PIN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Function GND VCC (Transmit) Sync O.C. Test_0 Trig N.C. Sync COM TX Reset Test_2 Test_3 Test_1 TTL RMTE COM RX +3V CPU www.profoto.
Parameter Min Max Unit DC Supply 2.7 3.5 V Current RMI3 Recommended Operating Conditions 0.18 A Temperature -10 +55 °C Humidity 0 90 % rel n.c Interface Description The interface to the host system is implemented as a 16 pin male connector. The part used on the RMI3 module is an AMP Micro-MaTch (P/N: 8-215464-6). The recommended matching female connector is P/N: 8-215079-6. It is recommended to connect the module with a female header mounted in through holes.
RMI3 10 RF Characteristics Parameter Min Max Unit Frequency range 2404 Typ. 2480 MHz Frequency stability -25 +25 kHz Output power EU/US 8.7 8.9 9.3 dBm Output power Japan 5.4 6.2 8.7 mW Output power USA/Canada 9.2 9.8 11.2 dBm Channel list Channel Air Ch # Frequency Unit 1 1 2403.999 MHz 2 9 2406.998 MHz 3 2 2411.997 MHz 4 - 2414.996 MHz 5 3 2416.996 MHz 6 4 2421.994 MHz 7 5 2426.993 MHz 8 10 2429.992 MHz 9 11 2432.992 MHz 10 12 2435.
Profoto’s RMI3 has been designed to allow for easy integration with a wide range of devices. There are some key factors you need to consider when integrating the module. RMI3 Important Integration Notes Mechanical Integration The module needs at least 10 mm clearance in order to fit. This is the maximum height with consideration to the connector pins. On the module’s backside there is a test point underneath the antenna which must be protected from user access.
RMI3 12 Electrical Integration The minimum connections needed for operation are: PIN Function Comment 1 GND Digital ground 2 VCC Transmit mode 5 Trig Active high 7 Sync Active high In order to update the firmware the following pins is needed in addition to the ones mentioned above: 8 COM TX 9 Reset Transmit to host 15 COM RX Receive from host 16 +3V CPU CPU power supply Antenna Integration The Promote RMI3 module is available in one hardware configurations and several software co
World-wide Usage of Radio Spectrum The RMI3 operates on the license-free 2.4GHz ISM band for SRD (Short Range Devices). This band may be used in most parts of the world. Regional restrictions may apply. RMI3 Regulatory Information NOTE! Refer to national regulations for the region where the RMI3 module shall be operated and make sure that they are followed.
RMI3 compliance requirements are met. Integrators and installers must also make sure that compliance with Part 15B are ensured. 2.4 Limited module procedures This module is not shielded and therefore requires radiated emissions tests in each new host product. 2.5 Trace antenna designs 14 N/A, the module does not use a trace antenna, it uses a SMT chip antenna. 2.
RMI3 IMPORTANT NOTE: In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for certain configurations or co-location with another transmitter), then the FCC and Industry Canada authorizations are no longer considered valid and the FCC ID and IC Certification Number cannot 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 and Industry Canada authorization. 15 www.profoto.
RMI3 IC Compliance Statement (Canada): This Device complies with Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standard(s). 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.
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