Silicon Laboratories TS-TG1 User Manual

TS-TG1

Thin Gateway User Manual

Silicon Labs Thin Gateway is a small form factor, full-featured Ethernet-to-ZigBee Gateway. The Thin
Gateway acts as a bridge between a low-power RF ZigBee network (running on 802.15.4) and an IP
network running on Ethernet (802.3).

This uses the Silicon Labs EM358x System-on-chip (SOC) for ZigBee communication and as the host for
the Ethernet driver and IP stack. The Thin Gateway features a tri-color LED, one button, and onboard
serial flash chip.

This document provides information on how to use the Thin Gateway.

Contents

1.0 Thin Gateway Features ........................................................................................................................... 2

2.0 Contents of the Kit .................................................................................................................................. 3

3.0 Setting up the Thin Gateway................................................................................................................... 3

3.1 Checking for Power ............................................................................................................................. 4

3.2 Checking for Ethernet Connectivity .................................................................................................... 4

4.0 Running an Application ........................................................................................................................... 5

4.1 Application Power Level Settings ........................................................................................................ 5

Appendix: Regulatory Information ............................................................................................................... 6

A.1 FCC Statement .................................................................................................................................... 6

A.2 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement .................................................................................................... 6

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1.0 Thin Gateway Features

The Thin Gateway has the following features

 802.15.4 Radio for connecting to low-power ZigBee RF networks
 Ethernet Connector (RJ-45) for connecting to IP networks
 Power Connector for Power Adapter
 Button
 Green LED for Power indication
 Tri-Color LED
 InSight Programming Header

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2.0 Contents of the Kit

The Thin Gateway Kit contains:

 1 Thin Gateway
 1 Ethernet cable
 1 Power Adapter

3.0 Setting up the Thin Gateway

To setup the Thin Gateway follow these steps

1. Attach the included Ethernet cable to an Ethernet Router

2. Attach the Ethernet cable to the Thin Gateway (see picture)

3. Attach the Power Adapter to a power source

4. Attach the Power Adapter to the Power Connector on the Thin Gateway (see picture)

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3.1 Checking for Power

Once the Thin Gateway has been plugged in, see the Power Indicator LED to determine if the Gateway is
being powered

3.2 Checking for Ethernet Connectivity

Once the Thin Gateway has been plugged in to power and Ethernet, the Tri-Color LED will indicate if the
Gateway has a good Ethernet Link. The LED will change from Red to Green on Gateway boot up.

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802.15.4 Channel

Power Setting

11 – 17

-1

18

-2

19 – 24

-1

25

-20

26

-26

4.0 Running an Application

An Ember Application can be loaded onto the Thin Gateway using the Programming Header and a Silicon
Labs Ember ISA3. Please see the Silicon Labs Ember Development Kit for more information.

http://www.silabs.com/products/wireless/zigbee/Pages/zigbee-ember-dev-kits.aspx

4.1 Application Power Level Settings

The Application should use the power settings in Table 1 as the maximum power setting. The actual
output power will be +20 dB from these settings.

Table 1: Maximum Power Settings

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Appendix: Regulatory Information

A.1 FCC Statement

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 product has been tested and complies with the specifications 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 according to 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 radio or television
reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to attempt to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
 Increase the separation between the equipment or devices
 Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's
 Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user´s authority to operate this equipment.

A.2 FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the
radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.

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CONTACT INFORMATION

The information in this document is believed to be accurate in all respects at the time of publication but is subject to change without notice.
Silicon Laboratories assumes no responsibility for errors and omissions, and disclaims responsibility for any consequences resulting from the
use of information included herein. Additionally, Silicon Laboratories assumes no responsibility for the functioning of undescribed features or
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