CalAmp 500005 User Manual
CalAmp WPAN Module
Installation Guide
R1.0
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This guide covers the installation of the CalAmp Zigbee Module. Specifications described are typical
only and are subject to normal manufacturing and service tolerances.
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notice, in the interest of improving performance, reliability or servicing. At the time of publication all
data is correct for the operation of the equipment at the voltage and/or temperature referred to.
Performance data indicates typical values related to the particular product. No part of this
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FCC Statements
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 equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 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 nearby
electrical devices, 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 CalAmp technical support for help
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
To comply with FCC regulations for the device, the following rules must be obeyed during and after
installation
Keep the antenna of the Module at a safe distance from your head and body while the modem is in
use. Maintain a distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) between the transmitter’s antenna and any
person while in use. This device is designed for use in applications that observe the 20 cm separation
distance.
Non-Collocation for External Antenna
External antenna must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter. Collocation is defined as any antenna or radiating element positioned within 20cm
of another antenna or radiating element.
Only Calamp approved antennae can be used with the CalAmp WPAN Module. Contact Calamp for a
list of approved antennas.
The antennas used for the initial filing are;
Pulse W1030 (External)
Antenova A6250 (Internal)
The max gain on an antenna is 2dBi. Do not use an antenna with a higher gain.
Contents
1. OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................................................5
1.1. Advisory Symbols........................................................................................................................ 5
1.2. Module Identification ................................................................................................................. 5
1.3. General Description .................................................................................................................... 6
1.4 Module Images ........................................................................................................................... 6
2. EXTERNAL INTERFACES.....................................................................................................................8
2.1. Mechanical Connection .............................................................................................................. 8
2.3 Power .......................................................................................................................................... 9
2.4 External I/O ................................................................................................................................. 9
2.5 System Reset............................................................................................................................. 10
2.6 Power Supply Enable ................................................................................................................ 10
2.7 UART.......................................................................................................................................... 10
2.8 SPI.............................................................................................................................................. 10
2.9 WPAN Antenna ......................................................................................................................... 10
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