California Eastern Laboratories FSTARPRO User Manual

DATA SHEET

FREESTAR PRO SERIES TRANSCEIVER MODULES

ZFSM-201-1
ZFSM-201-2

Integrated Transceiver Modules for ZigBee/IEEE 802.15.4

Evaluation Kit available: ZFSM-201-KIT-1

DESCRIPTION

CEL’s FreeStar Pro module provides a high performance and cost

effective RF transceiver solution for 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4, ZigBee,

and Zigbee PRO wireless networks.

The FreeStar Pro module is based on the Freescale™ MC13224V

(ZFSM-201-1) or MC13226V (ZFSM-201-2) transceiver platforms. It

combines Freescale’s transceiver IC with an onboard 100mW Power

Amplier. Ideal for remote sensing, AMR/AMI, home and building

automation, industrial control, and security applications, FreeStar Pro

combines extensive processing capability with high output power and

low power consumption.

The processing power of the MC1322xV enables the FreeStar Pro to

provide a level of integration unprecedented in a ZigBee module. The

32-bit ARM7TDMI processor and expansive on-chip memory enable

designers to eliminate the peripheral host processors often required

by 8- and 16-bit transceiver solutions. This high level of integration

reduces component count, lower power consumption and overall

system costs.

FEATURES

• Powerful 32-bit ARM7TDMI based microprocessor

• Extensive on-board memory resources

• Up to 100 mW output power

• Miniature footprint: 1” x 1.4” (25.4 mm x 36.5 mm)

• Integrated PCB trace antenna

• Optional MMCX connector for external antenna

• 15 RF channels

• Over 4000 feet of range

• AES 128-bit encryption

• Low power consumption

• FCC, CE and IC certied

• RoHS compliant

FREESTAR PRO

ZFSM-201-x

APPLICATIONS

Automated Meter
Reading

• In meter applications

• Thermostats

• In-home display units

Home &
Building Automation

• Security

• HVAC control

• Lighting control

• Thermostats

• Transmit Power: 100 mW

• Receive Sensitivity: -94 dBm

• Freescale MC1322xV platform

• 128 kB Serial Flash Memory

• 96 kB SRAM

• 80 kB ROM

• 32-bit ARM7TDMI-based MCU

• 46 GPIO Pins

• 12-bit ADC

Industrial Controls

• Food processing controls

• Trafc Management

• Sensor Networks

• Asset Management

• Barcode reader

• Patient Monitoring

• Glucose monitor

ORDERING INFORMATION

Part Number Order Number Description Mins/Mults

ZFSM-201-1

FreeStar Pro

ZFSM-201

The information in this document is subject to change without notice, please conrm data is current

Document No: 0006-00-07-00-000 (Issue B)

Date Published: May 17, 2012

ZFSM-201-1C

ZFSM-201-2

ZFSM-201-2C

ZFSM-201-KIT-1

FreestarPro MC13224 100mW transceiver module PCB Trace Antenna

FreestarPro MC13224 100mW transceiver module with MMCX connector

FreestarPro MC13226 100mW transceiver module PCB Trace Antenna

FreestarPro MC13226 100mW transceiver module with MMCX connector

FreeStar Pro Module Kit 1

5,040 pcs /

140 pcs

FREESTAR PRO MODULE BLOCK DIAGRAM

24 MHz

Freescale

MC1322xV

XTAL

Radio

RF Front End

(NEC PA and

NEC Switch)

PWR

Reg

Connector

Castellation Edge

processor

32.768 kHz XTAL

32.768 kHz XTAL (optional)

Micro

FreeStar Pro

ZFSM-201 Series

ANT

EVALUATION KIT

The FreeStar Pro Kits assists users in both evaluation and
development. As a stand alone radio system, the kit allows users
to place the modules into the target environment and evaluate
performance. The FreeStar Pro kit also serves as an invaluable
aid in application development. Through the many headers on
the interface board, the user has access to all pins on the
ZFSM-201-1 enabling easy connection to the target system for
application development.

The FreeStar Pro module contains the Freescale™ MC1322xV

transceiver IC, an NEC high gain Power Amplier, XTALs, Power

Regulator, and an integrated PCB antenna.

The interface board features a serial communication interface, a
power management module, peripherals such as potentiometer
LEDs, and GPIO headers. The Evaluation Kit also contains four

AA batteries and two USB cables.

For more detailed information regarding FreeStar Pro Evaluation

Kit, refer to the FreeStar Pro Evaluation Kit User Guide docu­ment. (Available at CEL’s website http://www.cel.com)

Kit Contents:

• Three Evaluation Boards with ZFSM-201-1 Modules

• Two USB A/B Cables

• Ten Jumpers (Spares)

• Four AA Batteries

• Software & Technical Information CD

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction and Overview

Description.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 1

Features.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1

Applications............................................................................................................................................................................................ 1

Ordering Information............................................................................................................................................................................. 1

Module Block Diagram........................................................................................................................................................................... 2

Evaluation Kit......................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

System Level Function

Module Microprocessor......................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Modes of Operation (TX, RX, Sleep)...................................................................................................................................................... 5

Power Amplier....................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

Power Amplier Control Line................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Interface.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 6

Host Protocol Interface Commands...................................................................................................................................................... 6

Electrical Specication

Absolute Maximum Ratings................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Recommended (Operating Conditions)................................................................................................................................................ 7

DC Characteristics.................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

RF Characteristics.................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

Pin Signal & Interfaces

Pin Signals I/O Conguration................................................................................................................................................................

I/O Pin Assignments............................................................................................................................................................................... 8

Module Dimensions................................................................................................................................................................................

Processing.........................................................................................................................................................................................

Agency Certications...................................................................................................................................................................

Shipment, Storage & Handling.................................................................................................................................................

References & Revision History.................................................................................................................................................

7

10

12

13

15

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mICROPROCESSOR

The primary component of the FreeStar Pro module is Freescale’s third generation ZigBee platform. It incorporates
a complete, low power, 2.4 GHz radio frequency transceiver, 32-bit ARM7TDMI-based microprocessor, hardware
acceleration for both IEEE 802.15.4 MAC and AES security plus a full suite of processor peripherals.

The MC1322xV architecture offers superior processing power for ZigBee applications. The core operates up to 26 MHz.
An 80 kByte ROM is utilized for the low level IEEE 802.15.4 MAC and PHYsical layer commands. This off loads the Flash
memory, leaving more space for the end user application. The MC1322xV supports 128 kBytes of Flash memory. The
program code is mirrored in 96 kBytes of RAM for faster execution by the processor core. A full set of peripherals and
Direct Memory Access (DMA) capability for transceiver packet data are also included.

In addition, the MC1322xV provides extensive power savings options, including low current sleep modes allowing for
maximum operating life when battery-powered.

The MC1322x family is available as two part numbers. These device types differ only in their ROM contents, all other

device hardware, performance, and specications are identical:

• mC13224V - this is the original version and is the generic part type.

- The MC13224V is intended for most IEEE 802.15.4 applications including MAC-based,

ZigBee-2007 Prole 1, and ZigBee RF4CE targets.

- It has a more complete set of peripheral drivers in ROM.

• mC13226V - this is a more recent version and is provided specically for ZigBee-2007 Prole 2 (Pro)

applications. Only the onboard ROM image has been changed to optimize ROM usage for the ZigBee Pro

prole and maximize the amount of available RAM for application use.

- The IEEE MAC/PHY functionality has been streamlined to include only that functionality
required by the ZigBee specication. The MAC functionality is 802.15.4 compatible.

- For a typical application, up to 20 kbytes more of RAM is available versus the M13224V

- Some drivers present in the MC13224 ROM have been removed and these include the ADC,
LCD font, and SSI drivers. These drivers are still available as library functions, but now compile into the
RAM space.

- The Low Level Component (LLC) functionality has also been streamlined for the ZigBee Specication.

ANTENNA

FreeStar Pro modules include an integrated PCB trace antenna. An optional MMCX connector can be specied, enabling

connection to a 50-ohm external antenna of the user’s choice. See Ordering Information on page 1.

The PCB antenna employs an F-Antenna topology that is compact and supports an omni-directional radiation pattern.

To maximize antenna efciency, an adequate ground plane must be provided on the host PCB. Correctly positioned, the
ground plane on the host board under the module will contribute signicantly to antenna performance.

The position of the module on the host board and overall design of the product enclosure contribute to antenna perfor-

mance. Poor design affects radiation patterns and can result in reection, diffraction, and/or scattering of the transmitted

signal.

Here are some design guidelines to help ensure antenna performance:

• Never place the ground plane or route copper traces directly underneath the antenna portion of the module.

• Never place the antenna close to metallic objects.

• In the overall design, ensure that wiring and other components are not placed near the antenna.

• Do not place the antenna in a metallic or metallized plastic enclosure.

• Keep plastic enclosures 1cm or more from the antenna in any direction.

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MODES OF OPERATION

FreeStar Pro power management is controlled through the Freescale MC1322xV’s Clock and Reset Module (CRM). The
CRM is a dedicated module to handle clock, reset, and power management functions including control of the power regu­lators. All these functions have direct impact on attaining the lowest power.

The FreeStar Pro module supports three modes of operation: Active, Doze and Hibernation. The latter two modes are the
low-power sleep modes.

Active Mode

In this mode all functions / features are operating normally.

Doze Mode

Doze mode provides signicant reduction in power consumption while still maintaining a high degree of sleep timing ac­curacy. In Doze mode, the reference oscillator of the processor continues to operate normally.

Hibernation Mode

Hibernation mode provides the greatest reduction in power consumption however the sleep timing accuracy is not as
precise as in Doze mode.

The CRM manages the recovery from the low-power modes, similar to power-up from reset, providing regulator and clock
management.

The module can be awoken from the low-power modes in 3 ways, wake-up can occur:

• On external interrupts through any of the 4 Keyboard Interface inputs

• From internal interrupts

• On the Real Time (wake-up) timer interrupt

For more detail information on modes of operation refer to Freescale’s MC1322xV datasheet available at
Freescale’s website (www.freescale.com)

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