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APPLICABILITY TABLE
PRODUCT
GS2K based Modules
Board Revision
EVB1.1, EVB 2.0, EVB 3.0
and EVB 3.1
Note: The features described in the present document are provided by the products equipped
with the software versions equal or higher than the versions shown in the table. See also
the Revision History section.
B.7.2 GS2200M Analog Digital Converter Terminal Header ................................................. 86
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About This Manual
This manual provides guidelines for setting up and using the GainSpan® GS2000 based
module evaluation board that supports the GS2011M, GS2100M, GS2101M and GS2200M
modules.
Refer to the following sections:
•Revision History, page 8
•Audience, page 8
•Standards, page 8
•Documentation Conventions, page 9
•Documentation, page 12
•References, page 14
•Contact Information, Support, page 15
•Returning Products to Telit, page 16
•Accessing the Telit Wi-Fi Portal, page 17
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Revision History
This version of the GS2000 Based Module Evaluation Board Hardware User Guide
contains the following new information listed in Table 1, page 8.
VersionDateRemarks
1.0November 2013 Initial Release
1.1February 2014
1.2November 2014
Table 1 Revision History
Updated GS2011M and GS2100M specifications.
See A.1 GS2011M Evaluation Board Specifications,
page 50 and A.6 GS2100M Evaluation Board
Specifications, page 56.
Added supported information for GS2011M and
GS2100M evaluation board Revision 3.0.
GS2011M Evaluation Board Components. See Tab le
7, page 22.
GS2100M Evaluation Board Components. See Table
9, page 28.
Added GS2011M and GS2100M Evaluation Board
Specifications for EVB revision 3.0. See Appendix A
GS2000 Evaluation Board Specifications, page 50.
Added GS2011M and GS2100M Evaluation Board
Connector Pinouts for EVB revision 3.0. See
This manual provides instructions on how to setup and use the GS2000 based module
evaluation board along with component description, jumper settings, board specifications,
and pinouts.
The standards that are supported by the GS2000 based modules are IEEE 802.11b/g/n.
for the GS2100M EVB. See GS2100M Module
Evaluation Board, page 25.
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Documentation Conventions
This manual uses the following text and syntax conventions:
–Special text fonts represent particular commands, keywords, variables, or window
sessions
–Color text indicates cross-reference hyper links to supplemental information
–Command notation indicates commands, subcommands, or command elements
Table 2, page 9, describes the text conventions used in this manual for software procedures
that are explained using the AT command line interface.
Table 2 Document Text Conventions
Convention TypeDescription
This monospaced font represents command strings entered on a
command syntax
monospaced font
command line and sample source code.
AT XXXX
Proportional font
description
UPPERCASE
Variable parameter
lowercase
Keyword parameter
[ ]
Square brackets
?
Question mark
<ESC>
Escape sequence
Gives specific details about a parameter.
<Data> DATA
Indicates user input. Enter a value according to the descriptions that
follow. Each uppercased token expands into one or more other token.
Indicates keywords. Enter values exactly as shown in the command
description.
Enclose optional parameters. Choose none; or select one or more an
unlimited number of times each. Do not enter brackets as part of any
command.
[parm1|parm2|parm3]
Used with the square brackets to limit the immediately following token
to one occurrence.
Each escape sequence <ESC> starts with the ASCII character 27 (0x1B).
This is equivalent to the Escape key.
<ESC>C
<CR>
Carriage return
<LF>
Each command is terminated by a carriage return.
Each command is terminated by a line feed.
Line feed
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Table 2 Document Text Conventions (Continued)
Convention TypeDescription
<CR> <LF>
Carriage return
Line feed
< >
Angle brackets
=
Equal sign
.
dot (period)
A.B.C.D
IP address
X:X::X:X
IPv6 IP address
Each response is started with a carriage return and line feed with some
exceptions.
Enclose a numeric range, endpoints inclusive. Do not enter angle
brackets as part of any command.
<SSID>
Separates the variable from explanatory text. Is entered as part of the
command.
PROCESSID = <CID>
Allows the repetition of the element that immediately follows it multiple
times. Do not enter as part of the command.
.AA:NN can be expanded to 1:01 1:02 1:03.
IPv4-style address.
10.0.11.123
IPv6-style address.
3ffe:506::1
Where the : : represents all 0x for those address components not
explicitly given.
LINE
End-to-line input token
WORD
Single token
Indicates user input of any string, including spaces. No other parameters
may be entered after input for this token.
string of words
Indicates user input of any contiguous string (excluding spaces).
singlewordnospaces
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Table 3, page 11, describes the symbol conventions used in this manual for notification and
important instructions
.
Table 3 Symbol Conventions
IconTypeDescription
Note
Provides helpful suggestions needed in understanding
a feature or references to material not available in the
manual.
Alert
Caution
Warn ing
Electro-Static Discharge
(ESD)
Alerts you of potential damage to a program, device,
or system or the loss of data or service.
Cautions you about a situation that could result in
minor or moderate bodily injury if not avoided.
Warns you of a potential situation that could result in
death or serious bodily injury if not avoided.
Notifies you to take proper grounding precautions
before handling a product.
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Documentation
The GainSpan documentation suite listed in Table 4, page 12 includes the part number,
documentation name, and a description of the document. The documents are available on
the Telit Wi-Fi Portal. Refer to Accessing the Telit Wi-Fi Portal, page 17 for details.
Table 4 Documentation List
Part NumberDocument TitleDescription
• 1VV0301415
• 1VV0301454
• 1VV0301416
• 1VV0301417
• 1VV0301422
• GS2011M Evaluation Board Quick
Start Guide
• GS2100M Evaluation Board Quick
Start Guide
• GS2101M Evaluation Board Quick
Start Guide
• GS2200M Evaluation Board Quick
Start Guide
• GS2200M SKB Quick Start Guide
Provides an easy to follow guide on
how to unpack and setup GainSpan
GS2000 based module kit for the GS2K
modules.
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• 1VV0301463
• GS2011M S2W Adapter Command
Reference Guide
• 1VV0301496
• GS2100M S2W Adapter Command
Reference Guide
• 1VV0301498
• GS2101M S2W Adapter Command
Reference Guide
• GS2200M S2W Adapter Command
• 1VV0301500
1VV0301482
1VV0301486
1VV0301395
Reference Guide
GS2011M Low Power Wi-Fi Module
Hardware user Guide
GS2011MxxS Low Power Wi-Fi
Module Hardware User Guide
GS2101M Low Power Wi-Fi Module
Hardware User Guide
Provides users steps to program the
on-board Flash on the GainSpan
GS2000 based modules using DOS or
Graphical User Interface utility
provided by GainSpan. The user guide
uses the evaluation boards as a
reference example board.
Provides a complete listing of AT serial
commands, including configuration
examples for initiating, maintaining,
and evaluating GainSpan Wi-Fi GS2K
series modules.
Provides information to help Wi-Fi
system designers to build systems using
GainSpan GS2011M module and
develop wireless applications.
Provides information to help Wi-Fi
system designers to build systems using
GainSpan GS2011MxxS module and
develop wireless applications.
Provides information to help Wi-Fi
system designers to build systems using
GainSpan GS2101M module and
develop wireless applications.
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Table 4 Documentation List (Continued)
Part NumberDocument TitleDescription
1VV0301514
1VV0301396
GS2100M Low Power Wi-Fi Module
Hardware User Guide
GS2200M Low Power Wi-Fi Module
Hardware User Guide
Provides information to help Wi-Fi
system designers to build systems using
GainSpan GS2100M module and
develop wireless applications.
Provides information to help Wi-Fi
system designers to build systems using
GainSpan GS2101M module and
develop wireless applications.
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Documentation Feedback
We encourage you to provide feedback, comments, and suggestions so that we can i mprove
the documentation. You can send your comments by logging into the Telit Portal. If you are
using email, please email the following information with your comments to Telit Technical
Support TS-SRD@telit.com.
–Document name
–URL or page number
–Hardware release version (if applicable)
–Software release version (if applicable)
GS2011M IP2WiFi Adapter Command
Reference Guide
GS2100M IP2WiFi Adapter Command
Reference Guide
GS2101M IP2WiFi Adapter Command
Reference Guide
GS2200M IP2WiFi Adapter Command
Reference Guide
Provides a complete listing of AT serial
commands, including configuration
examples for initiating, maintaining,
and evaluation IP-to-Wi-Fi GS2000
based modules.
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References
The references listed in Table 5, page 14 are available on the Telit Wi-Fi Portal. Refer to
Accessing the Telit Wi-Fi Portal, page 17 for details.
Table 5 Other Documents and References
TitleDescription
Schematics
Module Firmware and
Programming Utilities
Smart Phone Applications
Software Utilities
GS2000 Based Module Evaluation Board schematics
supporting:
• GS2011M Revision 2.0 and Revision 3.0
• GS2100M Revision 2.0 and Revision 3.0
• GS2101M Revision 3.0 and Revision 3.0
• GS2200M Revision 3.0 and Revision 1.1
• Serial-to-Wi-Fi (S2W) based firmware
• Temperature and Light Sensor (TLS) based
firmware
–For use with GS2011M EVB, GS2200M
EVB and GS2200M SKB only
• Firmware Release Notes
• GSFlashprogram utility for programming the
modules
• Smart Phone applications for iOS and Android to
evaluate and demonstrate the Temperature and
Light Sensor (TLS) firmware.
–For use with GS2011M EVB, GS2200M
EVB and GS2200M SKB only
Serial terminal program to evaluate and demonstrate
Serial-to-Wi-Fi (S2W) applications
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Contact Information, Support
For general contact, technical support services, technical questions and report
documentation errors contact Telit Technical Support at:
•TS-SRD@telit.com
Alternatively, use:
http://www.telit.com/support
For detailed information about where you can buy the Telit modules or for
recommendations on accessories and components visit:
http://www.telit.com
Our aim is to make this guide as helpful as possible. Keep us informed of your comments
and suggestions for improvements.
Telit appreciates feedback from the users of our information.
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then scroll down the Telit Wi- Fi Portal.
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https://wifi.telit.com/secure/login
3. Log in with your customer E-mail and Password.
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•Links to customer profile, dashboard, and account information
•Links to product technical documentation
•Links to PDFs of support policies
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Returning Products to Telit
If a problem cannot be resolved by Telit technical support, a Return Material Authorization
(RMA) is issued. This number is used to track the returned material at the factory and to
return repaired or new components to the customer as needed.
NOTE: Do not return any components to Telit Corporation unless you have first
obtained an RMA number. Telit reserves the right to refuse shipments that do not
have an RMA. Refused shipments will be returned to the customer by collect
freight.
To return a hardware component:
1. Determine the part number and serial number of the component.
2. Obtain an RMA number from Sales/Distributor Representative.
3. Provide the following information in an e-mail or during the telephone call:
–Part number and serial number of component
–Your name, organization name, telephone number, and fax number
–Description of the failure
4. The support representative validates your request and issues an RMA number for
return of the components.
5. Pack the component for shipment.
Guidelines for Packing Components for Shipment
To pack and ship individual components:
–When you return components, make sure they are adequately protected with
packing materials and packed so that the pieces are prevented from moving
around inside the carton.
–Use the original shipping materials if they are available.
–Place individual components in electrostatic bags.
–Write the RMA number on the exterior of the box to ensure proper tracking.
CAUTION! Do not stack any of the components.
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Accessing the Telit Wi-Fi Portal
To find the latest version of documentation supporting the product release you are
interested in, you can search the Telit Wi-Fi Portal by performing the following steps:
NOTE: You must first contact Telit Support to set up an account, and obtain a
customer Email ID and password before you can access the Telit Wi-Fi Portal.
1. Visit http://www.telit.com, go to IoT Products & Solutions> Wi-Fi and Bluetooth,
then scroll down the Telit Wi- Fi Portal.
2. Click Access the Portal Here icon which will direct you to the Telit Wi-Fi portal
https://wifi.telit.com/secure/login
3. Log in using your customer Email and Password.
4. Click the Getting Started tab to view a Quick Start tutorial on how to use various
features within the Telit Wi- Fi Portal.
5. Click the Actions tab to buy, evaluate, or download our products.
6. Click on the Documents tab to search, download, and print product documentation.
7. Click the Software tab to search and download the latest software versions.
8. Click the Account History tab to view customer account history.
9. Click the Legal Documents tab to view GainSpan Non-Disclosure Agreement
(NDA).
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Chapter 1 Hardware Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the GainSpan® GS2000 based module evaluation
board features for the GS2011M, GS2100M, GS2101M and GS2200M modules.
•GainSpan GS2011M Ultra-Low Power 802.11b/g/n Module, page 18
•GainSpan GS2100M Low Power 802.11b/g/n Module, page 24
•GainSpan GS2101M Ultra-Low Power 802.11b/g/n Module, page 30
•GainSpan GS2200M Ultra-Low Power 802.11b/g/n Module, page 34
•Evaluation Board Software, page 37
1.1 GainSpan GS2011M Ultra-Low Power 802.11b/g/n Module
The GS2011M module provides a quick, easy, and cost effective way for device and
appliance manufacturers to add Wi-Fi connectivity to their products. The module provides
UART/SPI/SDIO interface connection for an embedded design using a 8/16/32-bit micro
controller. The GS2011M module supports ultra-low power mode enabling designs for both
battery powered or line powered applications. Alternatively, it can be run self-contained
without a host (to develop a hostless application an SDK is required).
The GS2011M is an ideal solution for organizations with limited Wi-Fi or RF expertise or
for those seeking faster time to market, as it reduces RF design time and removes the burden
of testing and certification.
The module runs the full Wi-Fi and TCP/IP networking stacks on module, completely
offloading the host micro controller. The module supports a complete suite of security
protocols, also without tasking the host micro controller, including WPA/WPA2-Enterprise
and Personal security modes, legacy WEP encryption, and upper layer security protocols
such as TLS/SSL and HTTPS. For ease of provisioning, the module can be set up simply
and easily from a smart phone or laptop through the innovative Limited AP mode or with
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS 2.0). In addition, the module includes two analog to digital
converter (ADC) pins for connecting sensors.
The GainSpan GS2011M module is designed to support the following features:
–An on-board antenna or u.FL connector to add an external antenna for extended
range
–Full Wireless LAN and Network services offload solution minimizes load on host
processor
–Ultra low power consumption through dynamic management modes: Standby,
Sleep, Deep Sleep
–Easy provisioning with Limited AP or Wi-Fi protected set up (WPS 2.0)
–IEEE 802.11 b/g/n connectivity
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–UART, SPI, SDIO interface to micro controller
–Security: 802.11i, WPA/2-Personal and Enterprise, legacy WEP, TLS
1.1.1 GS2011M Module Evaluation Board
Figure 1, page 19 illustrates key components included on the GS2011M evaluation board.
The evaluation board supports GS2011M module and provides access to SDIO, SPI,
UART, and GPIO interfaces. The evaluation board includes temperature and light sensors,
USB interfaces, power jumpers for power measurement, a daughter board header, and
buttons for various features. Table 6, page 20 lists the evaluation board components on the
GS2011M EVB 2.0. Table 7, page 22 lists the evaluation board components on the
GS2011M EVB 3.0.
Used to detect and read temperature sensor data
when using the TLS mobile application
RUN: Normal Operation (default)
PROGRAM: For programming the module
Used for testing and debugging the GS2011M
evaluation board
Additional module pins that don’t go to daughter
board header
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1.2 GainSpan GS2100M Low Power 802.11b/g/n Module
The GS2100M module provides a quick, easy, and cost effective way for device and
appliance manufacturers to add Wi-Fi connectivity to their products. Intended for smart
energy and sensor applications, the module runs the SEP 2.0 Smart Energy Profile stack and
has 3 high bit-rate sigma-delta ADCs for high resolution sensor and measurement devices.
This module provides a UART/SPI/SDIO serial interface or Wi-Fi connectivity to
embedded design with an 8/16/32-bit micro controller. Alternatively, it can be run
self-contained without a host.
The GS2100M is an ideal solution for organizations with limited Wi-Fi or RF expertise or
for those seeking faster time to market, as it reduces RF design time and removes the burden
of testing and certification.
The module runs the full Wi-Fi and TCP/IP networking stacks, completely offloading the
host micro controller. It supports a complete suite of security protocols, also without
tasking the host micro controller, including WPA/WPA2-Enterprise and Personal security
modes, legacy WEP encryption, and upper layer security protocols such as TLS/SSL and
HTTPS. For ease of provisioning, the module can be set up simply and easily from a smart
phone or laptop through the innovative Limited AP mode or with Wi-Fi Protected Setup
(WPS 2.0).
The GainSpan GS2100M module is designed to support the following features:
–An on-board antenna or u.FL connector to add an external antenna for extended
range
–Full Wireless LAN and Network services offload solution minimizes load on host
processor
–Enables Smart Energy Profiles; Smart Thermostat and Load Control
–High resolution sensing and energy measurements
–Easy provisioning with Limited AP or Wi-Fi protected set up (WPS 2.0)
–Low power consumption through dynamic management modes: Standby, Sleep,
Deep Sleep
–IEEE 802.11 b/g/n connectivity
–UART, SPI, SDIO interface to micro controller
–Security: 802.11i, WPA/2-Personal and Enterprise, legacy WEP
The GainSpan module is easily designed into embedded systems, allowing customers to
develop a broad array of devices and appliances that connect to other local devices or the
Internet over Wi-Fi. Applications include smart energy, healthcare and fitness, industrial
controls, commercial building automation, and consumer electronics.
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1.2.1 GS2100M Module Evaluation Board
Figure 2, page 25 illustrates key components included on the GS2100M evaluation board.
The evaluation board supports GS2100M module and provides access to SDIO, SPI,
UART, and GPIO interfaces. The evaluation board includes USB interfaces, power jumpers
for power measurement, a daughter board header, and buttons for various features. Tab le 8,
page 26 lists the evaluation board components on the GS2100M EVB 2.0. Table 9, page 28
lists the evaluation board components on the GS2100M EVB 3.0.
Figure 2 GS2100M Evaluation Board Components
NOTE: When using dual UART, connect GPIO30 to J9 for UART1RX to work
properly.
A 3 high bit-rate Sigma Delta ADC connector
and header for high resolution sensor and
measurement devices
RUN: Normal Operation (default)
PROGRAM: For programming the module
Test points for connecting VPP, Active, Deep
Sleep, Standby, and Ground (see Appendix B
Connector Pinouts, page 68 for more
information on test point and description)
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1.3 GainSpan GS2101M Ultra-Low Power 802.11b/g/n Module
The GS2101M based modules provide cost effective, low power, and flexible platform to
add Wi-Fi® connectivity for embedded devices for a variety of applications, such as
wireless sensors and thermostats. It uses the GS2000 SoC, which combines ARM® Cortex
M3-based processors with a 802.11b/g/n Radio, MAC, security, & PHY functions, RTC
and SRAM, up to 4 MB FLASH, and on-board with an OFF module certified antenna
options. The module provides a Wi-Fi and regulatory certified IEEE 802.11b/g/n radio with
concurrent network processing services for a variety of app lications along with the existing
802.11 wireless network infrastructures.
The GS2101M is an ideal solution for organizations with limited Wi-Fi/RF expertise or for
those seeking faster time to market, as it reduces RF design time and removes the load of
testing and certification.
The module runs the full Wi-Fi and TCP/IP networking stacks, completely offloading the
host micro controller. It supports a complete suite of security protocols, also without
tasking the host micro controller, including WPA/WPA2-Enterprise and Personal security
modes, legacy WEP encryption, and upper layer security protocols such as TLS/SSL and
HTTPS. For ease of provisioning, the module can be set up simply and easily from a smart
phone or laptop through the innovative Limited AP mode or with Wi-Fi Protected Setup
(WPS 2.0).
The GainSpan GS2101M module is designed to support the following features:
–An on-board PCB trace antenna/u.FL connector to add an external antenna for
extended range.
–Full Wireless LAN and Network services offload solution minimizes load on host
processor.
–Enables Smart Energy Profiles; Smart Thermostat and Load Control.
–High resolution sensing and energy measurements.
–Easy provisioning with Limited AP or Wi-Fi protected set up (WPS 2.0).
–Low power consumption through dynamic management modes: Standby, Sleep,
Deep Sleep.
–IEEE 802.11 b/g/n connectivity.
–UART, SPI, SDIO interface to micro controller.
–Security: 802.11i, WPA/2-Personal and Enterprise, legacy WEP.
The GainSpan module is easily designed into embedded systems, allowing customers to
develop a broad array of devices and appliances that connect to other local devices/ Internet
over Wi-Fi. Applications include smart energy, healthcare and fitness, industrial
controls, commercial building automation, and consumer electronics.
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1.3.1 GS2101M Module Evaluation Board
Figure 3, page 31 illustrates key components included on the GS2101M evaluation board.
The evaluation board supports GS2101M module and provides access to SDIO, SPI,
UART, and GPIO interfaces. The evaluation board includes USB interfaces, power jumpers
for power measurement, a daughter board header, and buttons for various features. Tab l e
10, page 31 lists the evaluation board components on the GS2101M EVB 3.1.
Figure 3 GS2101M Evaluation Board Components
NOTE: When using dual UART, connect GPIO30 to J9 for UART1RX to work
properly.
Jumpers to facilitate measurement of current
consumption of module, (see Appendix A GS2000
Evaluation Board Specifications, page 50 for more
information on jumper settings and description)
Test points for connecting external power supply
(see Appendix B Connector Pinouts, page 68 for
more information on test point and description)
See Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation Board
Specifications, page 50 for more information on
jumper settings and description
If installed (default), these jumpers enable LEDs (see
13LED Select Jumper (J4)
Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation Board
Specifications, page 50 for more information on
jumper settings and description)
Status LEDs (see Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation
14LEDs
Board Specifications, page 50 for more information
on jumper settings and description)
15Alarm Switch (SW5)Push button switch for Alarm 2
16Restore Switch (SW4)
Push button switch to restore the board to factory
default settings (not used)
17WPS Switch (SW3)Push button switch to enter WPS mode (not used)
18Reset Switch (SW6)Push button switch to reset the GS2101M
Analog to Digital Converter
19
(ADC) Connector (J17) and
Analog to Digital Converter
A 3 high bit-rate Sigma Delta ADC connector for
high resolution sensor and measurement devices
(ADC) Connector (J26)
20Program Switch (SW7)
RUN: Normal Operation (default)
PROGRAM: For programming the module
Test points for connecting VPP, Active, Deep Sleep,
21
Test Points (TP1, TP5, TP6, TP7,
and TP8)
Standby, and Ground (see Appendix B Connector
Pinouts, page 68 for more information on test point
and description)
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NOTE: For GS2101M hardware specifications, refer to the GainSpan GS2101M
Low Power Wi-Fi Module Hardware User Guide.
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1.4 GainSpan GS2200M Ultra-Low Power 802.11b/g/n Module
The GS2200M module provides a quick, easy, and cost effective way for device and
appliance manufacturers to add Wi-Fi connectivity to their products. The module provides
a built-in application CPU to run the device's application firmware on the module,
eliminating the need for an external host MCU. Alternatively, the module can be interfaced
with a host MCU via a UART, SPI or SDIO interface.
The GS2200M module supports ultra-low power mode enabling designs for both battery
powered or line powered applications. Alternatively, it can be run self-contained without a
host (to develop a hostless application an SDK is required). GS2200M is an ideal solution
for organizations with limited Wi-Fi/RF expertise and for those seeking faster time to
market, as it reduces RF design time and the load of testing and certification. The module
incorporates a complete Wi-Fi and TCP/IP networking stack, a full suite of networking
service includes Wi-Fi provisioning, DHCP, TLS/SSL, HTTP(S), mDNS, DNS, CoAP,
XML, JSON and Over-the-Air firmware upgrade.
GainSpan module is easily designed into an embedded system by allowing the user to
develop a broad array of devices and appliances that connect to other local devices/Internet
over Wi-Fi.
Example: Smart energy, healthcare and fitness, industrial controls, commercial building
automation, and consumer electronics.
The GainSpan GS2200M module is designed to support the following features:
–An on-board antenna or u.FL connector to add an external antenna for extended
range.
–Wireless LAN and network service offload solution minimizes load on host
processor.
–Ultra low power consumption through dynamic management modes: Standby,
Sleep, Deep Sleep.
–Easy provisioning with Limited AP or Wi-Fi protected set up (WPS 2.0).
–IEEE 802.11 b/g/n connectivity.
–UART, SPI, SDIO interface to peripherals or a host MCU.
–Security: 802.11i, WPA/2-Personal and Enterprise, legacy WEP, TLS.
1.4.1 GS2200M Module Evaluation Board
Figure 4, page 35 illustrates key components included on the GS2200M evaluation board.
The evaluation board supports GS2200M module and provides access to SDIO, SPI,
UART, and GPIO interfaces. The evaluation board includes USB interfaces, power jumpers
for power measurement, a daughter board header, and buttons for various features. Tab l e
11, page 35 lists the evaluation board components on the GS2200M EVB 1.1.
11SDIO Connector (J20)Secure Digital Input/Output connector
12SPI Connector (J19)Serial connector
13LED Select Jumper (J4)
14LEDs
15Alarm Switch (SW3, SW4)Push button switch for Alarm 2
See Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation Board
Specifications, page 50 for more information on jumper
settings and description
If installed (default), these jumpers enable LEDs (see
Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation Board Specifications,
page 50 for more information on jumper settings and
description)
Status LEDs (see Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation
Board Specifications, page 50 for more information on
jumper settings and description)
16Restore Switch (SW2)
Push button switch to restore the board to factory default
settings (not used)
17WPS Switch (SW1)Push button switch to enter WPS mode (not used)
18Reset Switch (SW7)Push button switch to reset the GS2200M
A single high bit-rate Sigma Delta ADC and single SAR
ADC connector for high resolution sensor and
measurement devices.
19
Analog to Digital Converter
(ADC) Header (J2)
RUN: Normal Operation (default)
20Program Switch (SW8)
PROGRAM: For programming the module
Test points for connecting VPP, Active, Deep Sleep,
21
Test Point (TP1, TP5, TP6, TP7
and TP17)
Standby, and Ground (see Appendix B Connector
Pinouts, page 68 for more information on test point and
description)
NOTE: For GS2200M hardware specifications, refer to the GainSpan GS2200M
Low Power Wi-Fi Module Hardware User Guide.
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1.5 Evaluation Board Software
The evaluation board ships with Serial-to-Wi-Fi firmware, which uses the UART interface
at 9600 Baud, 8-bit (8), No parity bit (N), one stop bit (1) that abstracts the hardware and
provides Wireless LAN (WLAN) and Network Services for embedded applications.
NOTE: To use other I/O interfaces for Serial-to-Wi-Fi, such as SPI, or to
customize firmware features you can build the binaries using the SDK Builder and
reprogram the module using the gs2k_flashprogram utility. If using Serial-to-Wi-Fi
with SPI, you will need to wire the host to the SPI0 connector or use the daughter
board connector. Refer to the GS2011M or GS2100M or GS2200M or GS2101M
evaluation board schematic for connections.
To evaluate a hostless application such as Temperature and Light Sensor (TLS), refer to the
GainSpan Temperature and Light Sensor (TLS) Demo Application Note.
NOTE: Additional software/documentation are available on the Telit Wi-Fi
Support Portal website: https://wifi.telit.com/secure/login
NOTE: For re-programming the module, use the gs2k_flashprogram GUI tool
and follow the steps per the GainSpan GS2000 Based Module Programming User
Guide.
NOTE: The Temperature and Light Sensor (TLS) application is supported on the
GS2011M and GS2200M evaluation board only.
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Chapter 2 Setting Up the Evaluation Board
This chapter introduces the tasks that are typically required to setting up the GainSpan®
GS2000 based module evaluation board for GS2011M, GS2100M, GS2200M and
GS2101M. You can begin the setup process as soon as the site preparation is complete and
the board is unpacked and inspected.
Refer to Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation Board Specifications, page 50 in this manual
regarding electrical and environmental requirements.
The following sections are covered in this chapter:
•Preparing for Evaluation Board Setup, page 38
•Setting Up the GS2000 Based Module Evaluation Board, page 41
•Power Guidelines, Requirements, and Safety Specifications, page42
2.1 Preparing for Evaluation Board Setup
This section describes how to prepare for setting up the GS2000 based module evaluation
board. It discusses the following topics:
•Site Preparation, page 39
•Safety Guidelines and Standards, page 39
•Environmental Requirements, page 39
•Unpacking and Inspecting the GS2000 Based Module Evaluation Board, page 40
•Placing the GS2000 Based Module Evaluation Board on a Tabletop, page 41
•Electrical Guidelines, page 42
•Connecting Power, page 42
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2.1.1 Site Preparation
The following table (Table 12, page 39) summarizes the tasks you need to perform when
preparing to setup your GS2000 based module evaluation board.
Item and/or TaskNotes
Verify that the environmental factors such
as temperature and humidity do not exceed
required tolerances
Plan evaluation board location
Acquire cables
Download product documentation
2.1.2 Safety Guidelines and Standards
To ensure that you setup the evaluation board safely, observe the following guidelines:
Table 12 Setup Checklist
•Review the information in Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation Board Specifications,
page 50 and observe all safety information and precautions and warnings
provided throughout this manual.
•Comply with all applicable safety requirements, practices, and standards. Refer to
Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation Board Specifications, page 50.
•After setting up the evaluation board, protect your equipment by using an ESD
The following Environmental Requirements must be taken into consideration when setting
up the evaluation board. Specific details and values for following key environmental
requirements are listed in Table 13, page 51, Table 18, page 56, Table 26, page 64 and Table
22, page 60.
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2.1.4 Unpacking and Inspecting the GS2000 Based Module Evaluation Board
This section describes how to remove the evaluation board from its shipping box, and
determine that you received all of the required equipment.
The unpacking process is described in the following steps:
1. Remove the packing slip from the shipping box. Use this paper work to validate the
contents.
2. Prepare to remove the evaluation board from the shipping box.
•Remove cabling from the box and set it aside
•Remove any documentation from the box and set it aside
3. Carefully lift the evaluation board from the shipping container.
4. Remove the protective ESD bag from the evaluation board.
5. Set all protective packaging aside for later use.
6. Inspect the contents for damage.
If damaged, contact your GainSpan distributor to file a RMA (see Returning Products to
Telit, page 16).
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2.2 Setting Up the GS2000 Based Module Evaluation Board
This section describes how to perform the following installation tasks:
•Place the evaluation board on a secure flat surface
•Connect all cabling
•Apply and verify power to the evaluation board
2.2.1 Placing the GS2000 Based Module Evaluation Board on a Tabletop
The evaluation board must be set on a sturdy tabletop or workbench environment. Use safe
practices when placing evaluation boards next to each other.
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2.3 Power Guidelines, Requirements, and Safety Specifications
The following sections contain important safety, planning, and power requirements
information.
2.3.1 Electrical Guidelines
When connecting power to the evaluation board, observe all caution and warning
statements. The following guidelines will help ensure your safety and protect the
equipment. However, these guidelines may not cover all potentially hazardous situations
you may encounter during board installation.
•Always disconnect all cables before installing
•Keep the evaluation board area clear and free of dust during and after installation
•The evaluation board operates safely when it is used in accordance with its
marked electrical ratings and product usage instructions.
WARNING! Before connecting or re-connecting header and test point cabling,
turn the power switch off and disconnect the mini-USB cable from the board.
2.3.2 Connecting Power
The evaluation board gets power from a computer USB port via the mini-USB cable.
The board is designed to operate on only one USB connection. Power can also be supplied
from the USB1 port or a 3.3V Bench Supply to TP3 (Yellow).
ESD ALERT! Charged devices and circuit boards can discharge without
detection. Although this product features patented or protection circuitry, damage
may occur on devices subjected to high energy. Therefore, proper ESD
precautions should be taken to avoid performance degradation or loss of
functionality.
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Chapter 3 Initial Board Connections and Configuration
This chapter describes how to quickly administer initial settings and start a Serial-to-Wi-Fi
application on a GainSpan
The following sections are covered in this chapter:
•Connecting the Board to a Communication Port, page 43
•Providing Power to the Evaluation Board, page 46
•Configuring the Board for Wireless Network, page 48
®
GS2000 based module evaluation board.
3.1 Connecting the Board to a Communication Port
There are a few basic connections that must be addressed in order to communicate with the
GS2000 based module evaluation board.
Perform the following:
1. Plug the mini-USB cable into the USB0 port on the evaluation board, and plug the
other end of the mini-USB cable into the USB port on a computer.
2. From the Windows desktop, open the Device Manager as shown in Figure 5, page 43.
The USB Serial port is listed under Ports (COM & LPT).
Figure 5 Windows Device Manager Properties
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NOTE: The FTDI Virtual COM port driver can enumerate devices to any one of a
number of COM ports. It is necessary to find the COM port being used to
communicate with the GS2000 based module evaluation board.
3. Open the GS2000 software release folder, and unzip the files to a location on your C:\
drive.
4. Under the SW Utilities folder, select the Tera Term VT terminal emulation application
(teraterm_utf8-4.58 or later) to install.
5. Open the Tera Term VT from your desktop and select the serial port associated with
the evaluation board (see Figure 6, page 44).
NOTE: The Serial Port must match the port identified.
Figure 6 Connect Evaluation Board to a Serial Port
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6. Setup the Serial Port (COM port) as shown in Figure 7, page 45.
Figure 7 Select Serial Port (COM port) Settings
NOTE: For Temperature and Light Sensor (TLS) application set the Baud Rate to
115200.
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3.2 Providing Power to the Evaluation Board
To provide power to the GS2000 based module evaluation board perform the following
procedures:
•Connect power to the evaluation board
3.2.1 Connecting Power to the Board
1. Plug the mini-USB cable into the USB0 port on the evaluation board and plug the
other end of the mini-USB cable into a USB port on a computer.
2. Turn the PROGRAM/RUN switch to the RUN position.
3. Turn the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
4. The Serial2Wi-Fi APP ready prompt will display within the Tera Term VT window
(see Figure 8, page 46).
Figure 8 Serial-to-Wi-Fi Application Ready
5. Enter a basic AT command.
AT+VER=?
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6. This command will respond back with the Serial-to-Wi-Fi firmware version (see
Figure 9, page 47).
Figure 9 Serial-to-Wi-Fi Firmware Version
7. Setup an Access Point (AP) that is specific to your environment and network.
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3.3 Configuring the Board for Wireless Network
This section describes how to configure network settings on the GS2000 based module
evaluation board for the first time.
When configuring the evaluation board for the first time, make sure you have completed
the setup according to the hardware setup instructions in Chapter 2 Setting Up the
Evaluation Board, page 38. Before you setup the board, make sure you are using a
computer connected to the same network as the board, and obtain the correct serial
communication port information.
3.3.1 Connect to a Network
To begin connecting the GS2000 based module evaluation board to a network, use the AT
command, by connecting a computer or laptop with a terminal emulation program.
To look for available wireless networks, perform the following:
1. Enable DHCP by issuing the command.
AT+NDHCP=1
2. Scan for available Wi-Fi access points within your network by issuing the command.
AT+WS
3. Enter the SSID associated with the access point and channel number (optional).
AT+WA=<SSID>
The evaluation board will receive an IP address from the access point DHCP server.
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The IP address, subnet, and gateway of the GainSpan node will be displayed upon
successful association (see Figure 10, page 49).
Figure 10 Receiving IP Address from the Access Point DHCP Server
For more information on how to setup application examples for:
•UDP and TCP client/server connections either in station (infrastructure mode) or
Limited AP mode.
•Demonstrate Temperature and Light Sensor (TLS) mobile application on iOS and
Android devices.
•Web Provisioning using Limited AP Provision mode and Wi-Fi Protected Setup
(WPS).
Refer to the Temperature and Light Sensor (TLS) Demo Application Note.
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Appendix A GS2000 Evaluation Board Specifications
This appendix summarizes the physical, electrical, environmental specifications, on-board
jumper and switch settings for the GainSpan
GS2101M evaluation boards.
The following sections are covered in this appendix:
TCP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6, TLS Client and Server, SNTP Client,
DHCP Client and Server v4, DHCP Client and Server v6,
DNS Client and Server, HTTP Client and Server, XML Parser
2
C, I2S, GPIO, ADC (12-bit), JTAG
Outline Dimensions22.8mm x 32.5mm x 3.63mm (shield)
I/O Voltage3.3V VDDIO
Operating Voltage2.7-3.6V
NOTE: For complete GS2011M module specifications, refer to the GS2011M
Wi-Fi Module Hardware User Guide.
A.2 GS2011M Evaluation Board LEDs
Table 14, page 51 lists the GS2011M evaluation board LEDs.
Table 14 GS2011M Evaluation Board LEDs
LED StateEVB 2.0EVB 3.0Description
VIN_3V3 - D8VIN_3V3 - D8
Power
3V3 - D93V3 - D9
LED on board will be Solid GREEN
indicating board is ON and receiving
input voltage
LED on board will be Solid GREEN
indicating board is ON and receiving
power voltage
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Table 14 GS2011M Evaluation Board LEDs
LED StateEVB 2.0EVB 3.0Description
GPIO8 - D2GPIO30 - D2
General Purpose
Input/Output
GPIO9 - D3GPIO31 - D3
RUN/PROGRAM
FLASH
PROGRAM - D1PROGRAM - D1
UART0 - D5UART0 - D5
Universal
Asynchronous
Receiver/Transmitter
UART1 - D7UART1 - D7
General Purpose LED’s controlled either
by Serial-to-Wi-Fi AT commands or by
TLS firmware
General Purpose LED’s controlled either
by Serial-to-Wi-Fi AT commands or by
TLS firmware
LED on board will be Solid RED when
the RUN/PROGRAM switch is set to
PROGRAM mode
LED on board will be Solid AMBER
indicating that the board is transmitting
through the USB0 port
LED on board will be Solid AMBER
indicating that the board is transmitting
through the USB1 port
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A.3 GS2011M Evaluation Board Sensors
Table 15, page 53 lists the GS2011M evaluation board sensors.
Table 15 GS2011M Evaluation Board Sensors
Sensor StateEVB 2.0 and EVB 3.0Description
Used to detect and read light sensor data when
Light SensorQ10
Temperature SensorRT1
using the Temperature and Light Sensor (TLS)
mobile application
Used to detect and read temperature sensor data
when using the Temperature and Light Sensor
(TLS) mobile application
A.4 GS2011M Evaluation Board Switches
Table 16, page 53 lists the GS2011M evaluation board switches.
Table 16 GS2011M Evaluation Board Switches
Switch StateEVB 2.0EVB 3.0Description
WPSSW1SW1
RestoreSW2SW2
SW3SW3Push button for Alarm1
Alarm
SW4SW4Push button for Alarm2
Program FlashSW5SW8
ON/OFFSW6SW6
ResetSW7SW7
Push button switch to enter WPS mode (not supported at this time)
Push button switch to restore the board to
factory default settings
Toggle switch to set the board in RUN mode
(default)
Toggle switch to set the board in PROGRAM
mode to program the module
Toggle switch to power ON/OFF the GS2011M
evaluation board
Push button switch to reset the GS2011M
evaluation board
TCP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6, TLS Client and Server, SNTP Client,
DHCP Client and Server v4, DHCP Client and Server v6, DNS
Client and Server, mDNS, DNS-SD, HTTP Client and Server,
XML Parser
2
C, GPIO, ADC (16-bit), JTAG
Host ConnectionsSPI, UART, SDIO (typically to an external micro controller)
Outline Dimensions18 mm x 25 mm x 2.5 mm (shield)
I/O Voltage1.8V or 3.3V VDDIO
Operating Voltage2.7-3.6V
NOTE: For complete GS2100M module specifications, refer to the GS2100M
Wi-Fi Module Data Sheet.
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A.7 GS2100M Evaluation Board LEDs
Table 19, page 57 lists the GS2100M evaluation board LEDs.
Table 19 GS2100M Evaluation Board LEDs
LED StateEVB 2.0EVB 3.0Description
LED on board will be Solid GREEN indicating
board is ON and receiving input voltage
LED on board will be Solid GREEN indicating
board is ON and receiving power voltage
General Purpose LED’s controlled either by
Serial-to-Wi-Fi AT commands or by TLS
firmware
General Purpose LED’s controlled either by
Serial-to-Wi-Fi AT commands or by TLS
firmware
LED on board will be Solid RED when the
RUN/PROGRAM switch is set to PROGRAM
mode
LED on board will be Solid AMBER indicating
that the board is transmitting through the USB0
port
LED on board will be Solid AMBER indicating
that the board is transmitting through the USB1
port
Power
General Purpose
Input/Output
RUN/PROGRAM
FLASH
Universal
Asynchronous
Receiver/Transmitter
VDDIO - D9VDDIO - D9
3V3 - D103V3 - D10
GPIO8 - D7GPIO30 - D7
GPIO9 - D8GPIO31 - D8
PROGRAM - D6PROGRAM - D6
UART0 - D5UART0 - D4
UART1 - D7UART1 - D5
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A.8 GS2100M Evaluation Board Switches
Table 20, page 58 lists the GS2100M evaluation board switches.
Table 20 GS2100M Evaluation Board Switches
Switch StateEVB 2.0EVB 3.0Description
WPSSW3SW3
RestoreSW4SW4
AlarmSW5SW5Push button for Alarm2
ResetSW6SW6Resets to factory default (not available)
Program FlashSW2SW7
Push button switch to enter WPS mode (not supported at this time)
Push button switch to restore the board to factory
default settings
Toggle switch to set the board in RUN mode
(default)
Toggle switch to set the board in PROGRAM
mode to program the module
ON/OFFSW1SW1
Toggle switch to power ON/OFF the GS2100M
evaluation board
TCP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6, TLS Client and Server, SNTP Client,
DHCP Client and Server v4, DHCP Client and Server v6,
DNS Client and Server, HTTP Client and Server, XML Parser
2
C, I2S, GPIO, ADC (12-bit), JTAG
I/O Voltage3.3V VDDIO
Operating Voltage2.7-3.6V
NOTE: For complete GS2101M module specifications, refer to the GS2101M
Low Power Wi-Fi Module Hardware User Guide.
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A.11 GS2101M Evaluation Board LEDs
Table 23, page 61 lists the GS2101M evaluation board LEDs.
Table 23 GS2101M Evaluation Board LEDs
LED StateEVB 1.1Description
VIN_3V3 - D9
Power
3V3 - D10
GPIO08 - D7
General Purpose
Input/Output
GPIO09 - D8
LED on board will be Solid GREEN
indicating board is ON and receiving
input voltage
LED on board will be Solid GREEN
indicating board is ON and receiving
power voltage
General Purpose LED’s controlled either
by Serial-to-Wi-Fi AT commands or by
TLS firmware
General Purpose LED’s controlled either
by Serial-to-Wi-Fi AT commands or by
TLS firmware
RUN/PROGRAM
FLASH
Universal
Asynchronous
Receiver/Transmitter
PROGRAM - D6
UART0 - D4
UART1 - D5
LED on board will be Solid RED when
the RUN/PROGRAM switch is set to
PROGRAM mode
LED on board will be Solid AMBER
indicating that the board is transmitting
through the USB0 port
LED on board will be Solid AMBER
indicating that the board is transmitting
through the USB1 port
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A.12 GS2101M Evaluation Board Switches
Table 24, page 62 lists the GS2101M evaluation board switches.
Table 24 GS2101M Evaluation Board Switches
Switch StateEVB 1.1Description
WPSSW3
RestoreSW4
AlarmSW5Push button for Alarm2
Program FlashSW7
ON/OFFSW1
ResetSW6
Push button switch to enter WPS mode (not supported at this time)
Push button switch to restore the board to
factory default settings
Toggle switch to set the board in RUN mode
(default)
Toggle switch to set the board in PROGRAM
mode to program the module
Toggle switch to power ON/OFF the GS2101M
evaluation board
Push button switch to reset the GS2101M
evaluation board
TCP, UDP, IPv4, IPv6, TLS Client and Server, SNTP Client,
DHCP Client and Server v4, DHCP Client and Server v6,
DNS Client and Server, HTTP Client and Server, XML Parser
SPI, UART, SDIO, I
Sigma Delta (16-bit) JTAG
2
C, I2S, GPIO, SAR ADC (12-bit),
Host ConnectionsSPI, UART, SDIO (typically to an external micro controller)
Outline Dimensions22.8mm x 32.5mm x 3.63mm (shield)
I/O Voltage3.3V VDDIO
Operating Voltage2.7-3.6V
NOTE: For complete GS2200M module specifications, refer to the GS2200M
Low Power Wi-Fi Module Hardware User Guide.
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A.15 GS2200M Evaluation Board LEDs
Table 27, page 65 lists the GS2200M evaluation board LEDs.
Table 27 GS2200M Evaluation Board LEDs
LED StateEVB 1.1Description
VIN_3V3 - D8
Power
3V3 - D9
GPIO30 - D2
General Purpose
Input/Output
GPIO31 - D3
LED on board will be Solid GREEN
indicating board is ON and receiving
input voltage
LED on board will be Solid GREEN
indicating board is ON and receiving
power voltage
General Purpose LED’s controlled either
by Serial-to-Wi-Fi AT commands or by
TLS firmware
General Purpose LED’s controlled either
by Serial-to-Wi-Fi AT commands or by
TLS firmware
RUN/PROGRAM
FLASH
Universal
Asynchronous
Receiver/Transmitter
PROGRAM - D1
UART0 - D5
UART1 - D7
LED on board will be Solid RED when
the RUN/PROGRAM switch is set to
PROGRAM mode
LED on board will be Solid AMBER
indicating that the board is transmitting
through the USB0 port
LED on board will be Solid AMBER
indicating that the board is transmitting
through the USB1 port
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A.16 GS2200M Evaluation Board Sensors
Table 28, page 66 lists the GS2200M evaluation board sensors.
Table 28 GS2200M Evaluation Board Sensors
Sensor StateEVB 1.1Description
Used to detect and read light sensor data when
Light SensorQ10
Temperature SensorRT1
using the Temperature and Light Sensor (TLS)
mobile application
Used to detect and read temperature sensor data
when using the Temperature and Light Sensor
(TLS) mobile application
A.17 GS2200M Evaluation Board Switches
Table 29, page 66 lists the GS2200M evaluation board switches.
Table 29 GS2200M Evaluation Board Switches
Switch StateEVB 1.1Description
WPSSW1
RestoreSW2
SW3Push button for Alarm1
Alarm
SW4Push button for Alarm2
Program FlashSW8
ON/OFFSW6
ResetSW7
Push button switch to enter WPS mode (not supported at this time)
Push button switch to restore the board to
factory default settings
Toggle switch to set the board in RUN mode
(default)
Toggle switch to set the board in PROGRAM
mode to program the module
Toggle switch to power ON/OFF the GS2200M
evaluation board
Push button switch to reset the GS2200M
evaluation board
GS2101M and GS2200M
JTAG Cortex Debug Connector
Pinouts, page 68.
Install jumper enables LED for
Program Flash
Install jumper enables LED for
GPIO30
Install jumper enables LED for
GPIO31
Install jumper enables LED for
VD DI O V IN 3V 3 (tu rn s O FF i n
Standby mode)
Install jumper enables LED for
3V3 (turns ON in Standby
mode)
Deep Sleep mode (default
installed)
Install jumper on pins 1-2:
Regulated 3.3V via on board
PowerJ31
Note: Power is turned off to the board during Standby mode.
voltage regulator
Install jumper on pins 2-3:
External 3.3V bench supply
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Appendix B Connector Pinouts
This appendix describes the pinouts for the JTAG, SPI, SDIO, Headers, and JTAG Test
Header connectors on the GainSpan
evaluation boards (EVB 1.1, EVB 2.0, EVB 3.0 and EVB 3.1).
The following sections are covered in this appendix:
One JTAG debugging connector (J21) on the GS2011M evaluation board, connector (J19)
on the GS2100M evaluation board, connector (J19) on GS2101M module evaluation board
and connector (J21) on the GS2200M evaluation board uses a 20-pin connector. Table 31,
Trace Clock to Trace Clock Connector J22 pin 1.
Jumper from GPIO5, GPIO31
To Trace Connector J22 pin 2. Jumper from GPIO10,
GPIO13, GPIO29, and GPIO33
16TRACEDATA1
17GNDGround
18TRACEDATA2
19GNDGround
20TRACEDATA3
To Trace Connector J22 pin 3. Jumper from GPIO9,
GPIO21, GPIO25, and GPIO34
To Trace Connector J22 pin 4. Jumper from GPIO0,
GPIO20, and GPIO32
To Trace Connector J22 pin 5. Jumper from GPIO8,
GPIO19, and GPIO24
B.2 GS2011M, GS2100M, GS2101M and GS2200M SPI0 Connector Pinouts
One Serial Peripheral Input connector (J19) on the GS2011M evaluation board, (J16) on
the GS2100M evaluation board, (J16) on the GS2101M evaluation board and (J19) on
GS2200M evaluation board uses a 10-pin connector. Table 32, page 69 gives the pin
assignments.
Secure Digital Input Output Command and
Serial Port Input Output Data In
Secure Digital Input Output Data 3 and
Serial Port Input Output CS0
B.3 GS2011M, GS2100M, GS2101M and GS2200M SDIO Test Connector
Pinouts
One Secure Digital Input/Output connector (J20) on the GS2011M evaluation board,(J18)
on the GS2100M evaluation board, (J18) on the GS2101M evaluation board, and (J20) on
the GS2200M evaluation board uses a 14-pin connector. Table 33, page 70 gives the pin
assignments.
Table 33 SDIO Test Connector Pin Assignments - EVB 1.1, EVB 2.0, EVB 3.0 and
EVB 3.1
Pin No.Signal NameDescription
Secure Digital Input Output Data Bit 2
1SDIO_DAT2_UART1_TX
2GNDGround
3SDIO_DAT3/SPI0_CS0
4GNDGround
5SDIO_CMD/SPI0_DIN
6GNDGround
7NCNot Connected
8NCNot Connected
9SDIO_CLK/SPI0_CLK
10GNDGround
11SDIO_DAT0/SPI0_DOUT
12GNDGround
13SDIO_DAT1_INTSecure Digital Input Output Data 1 Interrupt
The daughter board header enables different daughter cards to be connected to the
evaluation board. The head signals list the primary function and also provides the alternate
functions that are available on the module. This header connector (J1) on the GS2011M
evaluation board uses a 36-pin connector.
Table 34, page 71 gives the pin assignments and their alternate MUX functions on the
General Purpose Input
Output / Universal
Asynchronous Receiver
Transmitter 0 Request to
Send Output
22
24
GPIO25/UART0_RTS
_M
GPIO24/UART0_CTS
_M
General Purpose Input
Output / Asynchronous
Receiver Transmitter 0
Request to Send Output
General Purpose Input
Output / Universal
Asynchronous Receiver
Transmitter 0 Clear to
Send Input
General Purpose Input
25GPIO31/PWM2
Output / Pulse Width
Modulation Output 2.
This is also the program
26GPIO30/PWM1
General Purpose Input
Output / Pulse Width
Modulation Output 1
pin for the module
General Purpose Input
Output / Serial Peripheral
Interface 1 Data Input
from the HOST
27GPIO29/I2C_CLK
General Purpose Input
Output Inter-Integrated
Circuit Clock
28GPIO5/SPI1_DIN_M
29VIN_3V3Single Supply Port30GNDGround
General Purpose Input
Output / Serial Peripheral
Interface 1 Data Input
from the HOST
General Purpose Input
Output / Serial Peripheral
Interface 1 Chip Select
Input 1
31
33
GPIO4/SPI1_CSN_
0
GPIO7/SPI1_DOU
T_M
General Purpose Input
Output / Serial
Peripheral Interface 1
Chip Select Input 0
General Purpose Input
Output / Serial
Peripheral Interface 1
Data Output to HOST
32GPIO6/SPI1_DIN_M
34
GPIO13/SPI1_CSN_1
_M
35VDDIOVoltage Input Output36NCNot Connected
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B.4.2 GS2011M Test Point Header Connector Pinouts
These test points are used for external testing of the evaluation board. This header
connector (J2) on the GS2011M evaluation board uses a 13-pin connector. Table 36,
page 75 gives the pin assignments on EVB 2.0.
Table 36 Test Point Header Connector Pin Assignments - EVB 2.0
Pin No.Signal NameDescription
1RTC_IO_0Real Time Clock Input Output 0
2ADC_SAR_0
3ADC_SAR_1
4GPIO6/SPI1_DIN
5GPIO7/SPI1_DOUT
Analog to Digital Converter / Successive
Approximation Register 0
Analog to Digital Converter / Successive
Approximation Register 1
General Purpose Input Output / Serial
Peripheral Interface 1 Bus Data Input
General Purpose Input Output / Serial
Peripheral Interface 1 Bus Data Output
6VOUT_1V8Internal 1.8V V
7GPIO5/SPI1_CLK_M
General Purpose Input Output / Serial
Peripheral Interface 1 Bus Clock
The daughter board header enables different daughter cards to be connected to the
evaluation board. The head signals list the primary function and also provides the alternate
functions that are available on the module. This header connector (J1) on the GS2100M
evaluation board uses a 30-pin connector.
Table 38, page 77 gives the pin assignments and their alternate MUX functions on the
General Purpose Input
Output / Universal
Asynchronous Receiver
Transmitter 1 Request to
Send Output
General Purpose Input
Output / Asynchronous
Receiver Transmitter 0
Request to Send Output
General Purpose Input
Output / Universal
Asynchronous Receiver
Transmitter 0 Clear to
Send Input
23
GPIO0/UART0_RX_
M
General Purpose Input
Output / Universal
Asynchronous Receiver
Transmitter 0 Request to
Send Output
24
GPIO24/UART0_C
TS_M
General Purpose Input
25GPIO31/PWM2_M
Output / Pulse Width
Modulation Output 2.
This is also the program
26GPIO30/PWM1_M
General Purpose Input
Output / Pulse Width
Modulation Output 1
pin for the module
General Purpose Input
Output / Inter-Integrated
Circuit Data
27NCNot Connected28
GPI28/I2C_DATA_
M
29VIN_3V3Single Supply Port30GNDGround
31NCNot Connected32NCNot Connected
33NCNot Connected34NCNot Connected
35NCNot Connected36NCNot Connected
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B.5.2 GS2100M Analog Digital Converter Terminal Connector
The Analog Digital Converter (ADC) is used for connecting external analog devices for
evaluating. This connector (J17) on the GS2100M evaluation board uses 9 independent
screws to connect wires. Table 40, page 80 gives the pin assignments on the GS2100M
EVB 2.0.
Table 40 Analog Digital Converter Terminal Connector - EVB 2.0
These Analog Digital Converters (ADC) are used for connecting external analog devices
for evaluating. There are two ways to connect external analog devices to the evaluation
board EVB 3.0. Terminal Connector (J17) uses 9 independent screws to connect wires, and
Header (J26) uses 9 independent pins to connect wires. Table 41, page 80 gives the pin
assignments for both ADCs on the GS2100M EVB 3.0.
Table 41 Analog Digital Converter (ADC) Terminal and Header - EVB 3.0
The daughter board header enables different daughter cards to be connected to the
evaluation board. The head signals list the primary function and also provides the alternate
functions that are available on the module. This header connector (J1) on the GS2101M
evaluation board uses a 36-pin connector.
Table 42, page 81 gives the pin assignments and their alternate MUX functions on the
General Purpose Input
Output / Universal
Asynchronous Receiver
Transmitter 0 Request to
Send Output
General Purpose Input
Output / Universal
Asynchronous Receiver
Transmitter 0 Clear to
Send Input
General Purpose Input
Output / Pulse Width
Modulation Output 1
General Purpose Input
Output/Inter-Integrated
Circuit Data
29VIN_3V3Single Supply Port30GNDGround
31NCNot connected32NCNot connected
33NCNot connected34NCNot connected
35NCNot connected36NCNot connected
B.6.2 GS2101M Analog Digital Converter Terminal Connector
The Analog Digital Converter (ADC) is used for connecting external analog devices for
evaluation. This connector (J17) on the GS2101M evaluation board uses 9 independent
screws to connect wires
Table 43, page 83 gives the pin assignments on GS2101M EVB 3.1.
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Table 43 Analog Digital Converter Terminal Connector - EVB 3.1
B.6.3 GS2101M Analog Digital Converter Terminal and Header
The Analog Digital Converter (ADC) is used for connecting external analog devices for
evaluation. There are two ways to connect external analog devices to evaluate EVB 3.1
board. Terminal Connector (J17) uses 9 independent screws to connect wires and Header
(J26) uses 9 independent pins to connect wires. Table 44, page 83 gives the pin assignments
for both the ADC on GS2101M EVB 3.1.
Table 44 Analog Digital Converter Terminal and Header - EVB 3.1
The daughter board header enables different daughter cards to be connected to the
evaluation board. The head signals list the primary function and also provides the alternate
functions that are available on the module. This header connector (J1) on the GS2200M
evaluation board uses a 36-pin connector.
Table 45, page 84 gives the pin assignments and their alternate MUX functions on the
General Purpose Input
Output / Pulse Width
Modulation Output 1
27NCNot connected28NCNot connected
29VIN_3V3Single Supply Port30GNDGround
31NCNot connected32NCNot connected
33NCNot connected34NCNot connected
35VDDIOVoltage Input Output36NCNot connected
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B.7.2 GS2200M Analog Digital Converter Terminal Header
The Analog Digital Converter (ADC) is used for connecting external analog devices for
evaluation. This connector (J2) on the GS2200M evaluation board uses a 13-pin connector.
Table 46, page 86 gives the pin assignments on EVB 1.1.
Table 46 Analog Digital Converter Terminal Header - EVB 1.1