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Application note
B-UWB-MEK1 antenna offset adjustment
Introduction
B-UWB-MEK1 boards have an SMA connector as UWB output. The module is calibrated so that the distance measure starts at
the SMA output.
When plugging an antenna with a connector, this reference point changes and offsets the distance measurement. Therefore, the
system must take into account specific offset values, which depend on the antenna and connector types.
The B-UWB-MEK1 standard and extension kits are delivered with omnidirectional antennas and SMA male‑male connectors.
The offset for this configuration is 31 cm. This is the default value in MOD1/MEK1 programming tool applied to each board.
This application note complements the information available in the SDK. It is intended for advanced users already familiar with
the quick start guide. It is based on system version 3.x.
Figure 1. B-UWB-MEK1 board with an omnidirectional antenna
Omni-directional antenna
SMA male-male connector
UWB output
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1 General information
B-UWB-MEK1 embeds the B-UWB-MOD1, which features the STM32L476JE 32-bit microcontroller based on the
Arm® 32-bit Cortex®‑M4 processor.
Note: Arm is a registered trademark of Arm Limited (or its subsidiaries) in the US and/or elsewhere.
Definitions
Table 1 presents the definition of acronyms that are relevant for a better understanding of this document.
Table 1. List of acronyms
Term Definition
3D_SELF 3D single self-positioning
BLR Beacon-listening rate
HF Hyperframe
PHS Protocol hyperframe size
PSN Protocol slot number
PSS Protocol slot size
RTLS Real‑time locating system
RV Rendez-vous (slot and zone)
SF Superframe
SFI Superframe information
TDMA Time-division multiple access
UWB Ultra-wideband
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References
Refer to the following documents for an introduction to the B-UWB-MEK1 and B-UWB-MOD1 products in indoor
location systems:
• Ultra-wideband module for high-precision indoor location (DB4404)
• Evaluation kit for the B-UWB-MOD1 ultra-wideband module (DB4392)
• B-UWB-MEK1 quick start guide (UM2798)
• SDK advanced documentation
Demonstration software
Contact the local STMicroelectronics sales office or distributor (refer to www.st.com) for the latest software and
associated documentation.
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2 Offset adjustment
2.1 Find the offset
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Offset adjustment
Table 2. Find the offset
Antenna
Additional
connector
Component
Omni-directional with
original SMA connector
Directional with
original connector
SMA male‑male
SMA female‑male right
angle
Attenuator
Offset (in cm)
Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4
26 31 27 37
29 37 26 50
3
Cable
Average factor
Measurement on a network vector analyzer
Offset of
two SMA
wire‑male
connectors
included
Real cable length (in cm) × 1.49
Group delay (in s) × C (in m.s-1) × 100
(C = 299 792 458 m.s-1)
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2.2 Apply the offset
Step 1. Refer to Table 2:
– If your configuration includes the original connector only, select the antenna value only.
– If your configuration includes more than one connector, sum the values of all components:
◦ Antenna with additional connector,
◦ Or antenna with cable.
Step 2. Connect the board to the computer.
Step 3. Open the MOD1/MEK1 programming tool and turn the board ON.
Step 4. In the menu on the right, select the board serial port.
The programming tool displays a progress bar and device information.
Step 5. In [Settings tab > PROTOCOL CONFIGURATION], select [Advanced].
The advanced setting field opens.
Step 6. In [ANTENNA CONFIGURATION], enter your offset value.
Step 7. Click on [Apply settings].
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Step 8. Wait until the progress bar displays OK.
The antenna offset is adjusted.
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3 Ask for support
Additional information is available from the documents listed in References. All documents may be updated
without notice to individual users beforehand.
For up-to-date support or information about standardized as well as customized solutions, refer to the UWB and
product pages on www.st.com, or to the nearest STMicroelectronics office.
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Revision history
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Table 3. Document revision history
Date Revision Changes
20-Apr-2021 1 Initial release.
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Contents
1 General information ...............................................................2
2 Offset adjustment..................................................................3
2.1 Find the offset .................................................................3
2.2 Apply the offset ................................................................4
3 Ask for support....................................................................5
Revision history ........................................................................6
Contents ...............................................................................7
List of tables ...........................................................................8
List of figures...........................................................................9
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List of tables
List of tables
Table 1. List of acronyms ....................................................................2
Table 2. Find the offset ......................................................................3
Table 3. Document revision history ..............................................................6
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List of figures
Figure 1. B-UWB-MEK1 board with an omnidirectional antenna .........................................1
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