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SWRU284A

November 2013

CC1101-CC1190EMK Quick Start Guide

Opening the box and using the modules with SmartRF04EB

1. Kit Contents

2 x CC1101-CC1190EM (869 or 915 MHz)

2 x Pulse W5017 Antennas (2 dBi)

The 869 MHz RF board is tested to comply with

ETSI/R&TTE over temperatures from 0 to +70°C. The

915 MHz RF board is FCC and IC certified.

The boards should not be modified to operate in other

frequency bands than what they have been designed for.

FCC/IC Regulatory Compliance (915 MHz board only)

FCC Part 15 Class A Compliant

IC ICES-003 Class A Compliant

2. How to Use the Modules

The CC1101-CC1190 Evaluation Module

(EM) boards can be plugged into the

SmartRF04EB (EB), which is included in

the CC1101DK. This board lets you control

the devices from SmartRF™ Studio and it

can also be used as a development

platform.

The evaluation module is also supported

by the SmartRF TrxEB, included in the

CC11xL, CC1120 and CC1200

development kits.

This Quick Start Guide describes how to

properly power the SmartRF04EB with a

CC1101-CC1190EM and how to control

the combo from SmartRF Studio.

3. Plug EM into SmartRF04EB

Insert the EM into the EB. Attach the

antenna firmly.

Caution! The kit contains ESD sensitive

components. Handle with care to prevent

permanent damage. To minimize risk of

injury, avoid touching components during

operation if symbolized as hot.

4a. Apply Power

The EB can be powered from different

sources: USB, Battery or an External

Power Supply

The voltage regulator on the EB supplies

3.3 V to the assembly, but it can only

source up to 150 mA. It cannot supply the

CC1101-CC1190EM since it can consume

more than 300 mA. An external power

supply is therefore required for powering

the EM.

It is possible to have separate power

sources for the EB and for the EM. This is

controlled with the strap between I_OUT

and I_IN on P5 (the screw terminal).

Remove it to allow separate power

supplies.

4b. Power the EB

Connect the EB to a USB port on a PC.

Alternatively, connect a 9 V, non-

rechargeable, alkaline battery (not included

in the kit) to the battery connector on the

bottom side of the board.

Note that if multiple power sources are

connected, the source with the highest

voltage will power the EB. This means that

you should disconnect any attached

battery when using USB power; otherwise

the battery will be drained.

4c. Power the EM

As noted in 4a, remove the strap on P5

and connect the external power supply as

shown in the picture above. The red wire is

the positive supply and the black wire is

GND.

This will power the EM directly from the

external power supply, whereas the rest of

the EB will be powered from USB or the

battery.

The power supply range should be within

3.0 to 3.6 V.

4d. Optional: Same Power

Supply for both EB and EM

Connect a 3.3 V voltage source between

the 3.3 V and 0 V terminals. 3.3 V is the

middle terminal.

In this case, the on-board voltage regulator

will be bypassed. Note that the strap on P5

should not be removed.

5. Set Power Switch

If EB and EM are powered from different

sources as described in 4a-4c, the switch

should be set to the rightmost position.

If EB and EM are powered from the same

external supply as described in 4d, the

switch should be set to the leftmost

position.

This switch can be used to turn off the EB

by switching it to the opposite position of

that used to turn it on.

6. External Power Supply Range

With the test setup in 4a-4c, the EB is

connected to a 3.3 V supply through the

on-board voltage regulator and the EM is

EB is powered through a regulated 3.3 V

supply the signals going from CC1101-

CC1190 to the EB (and vice versa) need to

be within 3.0 V to 3.6 V. The external

supply connected to the EM when using

the setup in 4a-4c is therefore limited to 3.0

V to 3.6 V.

With the setup in 4d the supply range is

limited 2.7 V to 3.6 V.

External Power Supply

Requirements:

Nom Voltage: 3.3VDC

Max Current: 800 mA

Efficiency Level V

When using an external power supply, make sure it meets the listed requirements in addition to complying with applicable regional product regulatory and safety certification

requirements such as UL, CSA, VDE, CCC, and PSE

GND

VDD

Summary of content (6 pages)

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SWRU284A November 2013 CC1101-CC1190EMK Quick Start Guide Opening the box and using the modules with SmartRF04EB 1. Kit Contents 2 x CC1101-CC1190EM (869 or 915 MHz) 2 x Pulse W5017 Antennas (2 dBi) The 869 MHz RF board is tested to comply with ETSI/R&TTE over temperatures from 0 to +70°C. The 915 MHz RF board is FCC and IC certified. The boards should not be modified to operate in other frequency bands than what they have been designed for.
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SWRU284A November 2013 SmartRF™ Studio 1. Download and Install SmartRF Studio 2. Launch SmartRF Studio Before connecting the EB to your PC, download SmartRF™ Studio from www.ti.com/smartrfstudio. Install the program and follow the instructions in the wizard. Connect the EB with a CC1101-CC1190EM to the PC using the USB cable and install the USB driver as described in the manual.
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EVALUATION BOARD/KIT/MODULE (EVM) ADDITIONAL TERMS Texas Instruments (TI) provides the enclosed Evaluation Board/Kit/Module (EVM) under the following conditions: The user assumes all responsibility and liability for proper and safe handling of the goods. Further, the user indemnifies TI from all claims arising from the handling or use of the goods.
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FCC Interference Statement for Class B EVM devices 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.
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【Important Notice for Users of EVMs for RF Products in Japan】】 This development kit is NOT certified as Confirming to Technical Regulations of Radio Law of Japan If you use this product in Japan, you are required by Radio Law of Japan to follow the instructions below with respect to this product: 1. 2. 3. Use this product in a shielded room or any other test facility as defined in the notification #173 issued by Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications on March 28, 2006, based on Sub-section 1.
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EVALUATION BOARD/KIT/MODULE (EVM) WARNINGS, RESTRICTIONS AND DISCLAIMERS For Feasibility Evaluation Only, in Laboratory/Development Environments. Unless otherwise indicated, this EVM is not a finished electrical equipment and not intended for consumer use.