DATA SHEET
MeshConnect™
Module Series
Module and Extended Range Module
Integrated Transceiver Modules for IEEE 802.15.4
Development Kits available: ZICM2410P0-KIT2-1, ZICM2410P2-KIT1-1
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DESCRIPTION
CEL's MeshConnect™ Module Series provides high performance
and low cost 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 modules for a broad range
of wireless networks. The MeshConnect certified and quali-
fied modules, enable customer to accelerate time to market by
greatly reducing design and certification phases of development.
CEL's MeshConnect™ radio modules leverage the advanced
features of the MeshConnect™ Integrated Circuit (IC). The
IC is a true single-chip solution, compliant with IEEE 802.15.4
specifications, a complete wireless solution for all applications.
The IC consists of an RF transceiver with baseband modem,
a hardwired MAC and an embedded 8051 microcontroller with
internal Flash memory. The device provides numerous general-
purpose I/O pins, peripheral functions such as timers and UARTs
and is one of the first devices to provide an embedded Voice
CODEC. This device is also ideal for low power applications.
The original MeshConnect module delivers excellent performance
at a surprisingly low cost. The module’s +6dBm output power
means better range, more reliable transmission and fewer nodes
in your network. It also makes these modules ideal for applica-
tions where cost and power constraints do not allow for external
power amplifiers or peripheral range extension components.
MeshConnect
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Module Series
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The MeshConnect Extended Range module adds a power ampli-
fier (PA) and low noise amplifier (LNA) to increase range to over
two miles - plus more reliable transmission and fewer nodes in
your network. It is especially useful for open outdoor applica-
tions where the nodes are physically far apart, or for indoor use
where the nodes have to operate in a noisy RF environment.
The Extended Range Module’s outstanding +123 dB budget link
ensures high quality connections even in such harsh environments.
APPLICATIONS
• High RF performance:
- Up to 123 dB RF Link Budget
- RX Sensitivity: -97 dBm and -103.0 dBm
- RF TX Power:+6 dBm and +20 dBm
• Scalable Data Rate: 250 kbps, 500 kbps and 1Mbps
• Small footprint: 1” x 1.413” (25.4 mm x 35.9 mm)
• Voice Codec Support: µ-law/a-law/ADPCM
• 4 Level Power Management Scheme w/ Deep Sleep Mode (0.3 µA)
• Integrated PCB trace antenna
• 16 RF channels
• Range:
- ZICM2410P0: 2000+ feet (609+ meters)
- ZICM2410P2: 16000+ feet (4876+ meters)
• AES 128-bit encryption
• Extended software support:
- SNAP™
- SMAC, MAC
- Audio
• FCC, CE and IC certifications
• ROHS compliant
FEATURES
96 kB FLASH Memory
8 kB SRAM
8051 MCU core
up to 22 GPIO Pins
SPI (Master/Slave) + UARTs
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S/PCM Interface with two 128-byte FIFOs
µ-law/a-law/ADPCM Voice Codec
4-channel 8-bit ADC
Industrial Controls
ORDERING INFORMATION
Part Number
ZICM2410P0-1
• Food processing controls
• Traffic Management
• Sensor Networks
• Asset Management
• Barcode reader
• Patient Monitoring
• Glucose monitor
Home &
Building Automation
• Security
• HVAC control
• Lighting control
• Thermostats
Order Number
Description
Mins/Mults
140 / 140
14 0 / 140
140 / 140
14 0 / 140
1/1
140 /140
14 0 / 140
140 /140
14 0 / 140
1/1
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+6 dBm Output power, PCB Trace antenna
MeshConnect™
Module
ZICM2410P0-1-SN
ZICM2410P0-1C
+6 dBm Output power, PCB Trace antenna, SNAP OS with MAC address
+6 dBm Output power, with u.FL Connector for external antenna
+6 dBm Engineering Development Kit
+20 dBm Output power, PCB Trace antenna
ZICM2410P0-1C-SN
ZICM2410P0-KIT2-1
ZICM2410P2-2
ZICM2410P2-2-SN
ZICM2410P2-2C
ZICM2410P2-2C-SN
ZICM2410P2-KIT1-1
+6 dBm Output power, with u.FL Connector for external antenna, SNAP OS with MAC address
MeshConnect™
Extended Range
Module
+20 dBm Output power, PCB Trace antenna, SNAP OS with MAC address
+20 dBm Output power, with u.FL Connector for external antenna
+20 dBm Output power, with u.FL Connector for external antenna, SNAP OS with MAC address
Evaluation board for +20 dBm module
The information in this document is subject to change without notice, please confirm data is current
Document No: 0007-00-07-00-000 (Issue E)
Date Published: June 14, 2012
MeshConnect™
Module Series
MODULE BLOCK DIAGRAM
Module
PWR
Reg
16 MHz
XTAL
Extended Range Module
PWR
Reg
ANT
16 MHz
XTAL
ANT
Castellation Edge
Connector
Castellation Edge
Connector
MeshConnect™
IC
Micro
processor
Radio
MeshConnect™
IC
Micro
processor
Radio
PA
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LNA
DEVELOPMENT KIT
CEL's
MeshConnect Development
Kit assist users in
both evaluation and development. As a stand-alone radio
system, the kit allows users to place the modules in to the
target environment and evaluate performance on-site. The
MeshConnect Development
Kit also serves as an invalu-
able aid in application development. Through the many
interface headers on the board, the user has access to all
the
MeshConnect module pins
enabling easy connection
to target systems for application development. The key
components of the
MeshConnect Development
Kits are
the CEL’s
MeshConnect
radio module and the interface
board.
The MeshConnect module contains the CEL transceiver
IC, Crystals, Power Regulator and an integrated PCB
antenna or connector for an external antenna
(optional). The interface board features a serial com-
munication interface, a power management module, and
peripherals such as potentiometers, LEDs, and GPIO
headers.
For more detail information regarding MeshConnect
Development Kits, refer to the respective development
kit user guides documents. (Available at CEL’s website
http://www.cel.com)
Order Number
Description
MeshConnect™
Module Development Kit
• Evaluation Boards w/Module (3)
• USB Cables (1)
• Jumpers (10)
Kit Contents:
• AA Batteries (4)
• Universal AC/DC Power Supply (2)
• Software & Technical Information CD (2)
• USB/WNA w/Cable (1)
MeshConnect™
Extended Range Module Development Kit
ZICM2410P0-KIT2-1
+6 dBm Engineering Development Kit
Evaluation board for +20 dBm module
• Evaluation Boards w/Module (1)
• USB Cables (1)
Kit Contents:
• Jumpers (2)
ZICM2410P2-KIT1-1
• Software & Technical Information CD (2)
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MeshConnect™
Module Series
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction and Overview
Description..............................................................................................................................................................................................
Features..................................................................................................................................................................................................
Applications............................................................................................................................................................................................
Ordering Information.............................................................................................................................................................................
Module Block Diagram...........................................................................................................................................................................
Development Kit.....................................................................................................................................................................................
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System Level Function
Electrical Specification
Pin Signal & Interfaces
Processing
Agency Certifications
Shipment, Storage & Handling
References & Revision History
Transceiver IC.........................................................................................................................................................................................
Modes of Operation (TX, RX, Sleep)......................................................................................................................................................
Power Amplifier.......................................................................................................................................................................................
Interface..................................................................................................................................................................................................
Software Tools........................................................................................................................................................................................
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Absolute Maximum Ratings...................................................................................................................................................................
Recommended (Operating Condition)..................................................................................................................................................
DC Characteristics..................................................................................................................................................................................
RF Characteristics..................................................................................................................................................................................
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Pin Signals I/O Configuration................................................................................................................................................................
I/O Pin Assignment.................................................................................................................................................................................
Module Dimensions................................................................................................................................................................................
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MeshConnect™
Module Series
TRANSCEIVER IC
A true monolithic solution, the MeshConnect IC incorporates the RF transceiver with baseband modem, a hardwired MAC,
and an embedded 8051 microcontroller, offering an excellent low cost high performance solution for all IEEE 802.15.4
applications.
PS/2
UART/2
SPI
ADPCM
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RF RX
PLL
MODEM
a-law
-law
DMA
AES
Engine
WDT
GPIO/24
Timer/4
PWM/2
Temp.
Sensor
Voice
FIFFO
MAC
RF TX
MCU
(8051)
DATA
8KB
FLASH
96KB
Bat
Monitor
ADC
(4CH)
Quad
Key Scan
ROM
Digital
Regulator
RC
Oscillator
Clock
PLL
POR
3V
Ciruitry
Analog
Regulator
With an industry best +6 dBm output power, the MeshConnect IC will support a wide a variety of applications without the
need for external amplification. Combined with a highly sensitive -97 dBm receiver the MeshConnect IC leads the industry
with 103 dB link budget.
In addition to excellent RF performance at 250 kbps data rates, the IC adds high speed modes, Turbo (500 kbps) and
Premium (1 Mbps), for networks looking for increased throughput. The device provides numerous general-purpose I/O pins,
peripheral functions such as timers and UARTs and is one of the first devices to provide an embedded Voice CODEC.
CEL provides its customers with the IEEE 802.15.4 stack as part of the software library. Also available are the hardware &
software tools required to develop custom applications.
The combination of industry leading link budget, high speed RF, and integrate voice CODEC make the IC a truly distinct
single chip solution.
The Extended Range module adds both an PA and LNA to maximize RF performance. The PA enable the Extended Range
module to output up to +20 dBm transmit power. In the receive path the addition of the LNA boosts the already sensitive
receiver up to -103 dBm. The Extended Range link budget boasts a very robust 123 dB enabling a line of sight range over
3 miles.
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MeshConnect™
Module Series
ANTENNA
CEL's MeshConnect modules include an integrated Printed Circuit Board (PCB) trace antenna. An optional u.FL connector
can be specified, providing connection to a 50-ohm external antenna of the user’s choice. See Ordering Information on
page 1.
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Here are some design guidelines to help ensure antenna performance:
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Never place the ground plane or route copper traces directly underneath the antenna portion of the module.
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Never place the antenna close to metallic objects.
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In the overall design, ensure that wiring and other components are not placed near the antenna.
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Do not place the antenna in a metallic or metalized plastic enclosure.
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Keep plastic enclosures 1cm or more from the antenna in any direction.
For optimum antenna performance, the MeshConnect modules should be mounted with the PCB trace antenna
overhanging the edge of the host board. To further improve performance, a ground plane may be placed on the host board
under the module, up to the antenna. The installation of an uninterrupted ground plane on a layer directly beneath the
module will also allow you to run traces under this layer. CEL can provide assistance with your PCB layout.
There are three power down modes in the IC. Each mode can be set using the PDMODE [1:0] bits in the PDCON register
and power down modes can be started by setting the PDSTART bit to 1. Each mode has a different current consumption
and wake-up sources, please refer to the IC datasheet for further information on the available power down modes. Table 8
describes the three power down modes.
Table 8 – Power Down Modes
The PCB antenna employs an F-Antenna topology that is compact and supports an omni-directional radiation pattern.
To maximize antenna efficiency, an adequate ground plane must be provided on the host PCB. Correctly positioned, the
ground plane on the host PCB will contribute significantly to the antenna performance (it should not be directly under
the F-Antenna). The position of the module on the host board and overall design of the product enclosure contribute to
antenna performance. Poor design affects radiation patterns and can result in reflection, diffraction, and/or scattering of the
transmitted signal.
MODES OF OPERATION
PDMODE [1:0]
0
Description
Wake-Up Source
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Regulator for Digital
block
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Active (Normal Operation)
1
PM1 mode
Hardware Reset,
Sleep Timer interrupt,
External interrupt
ON
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PM2 mode
Hardware Reset,
Sleep Timer interrupt,
External interrupt
Hardware Reset,
External interrupt
OFF
(After wake-up, register
configuration is required)
OFF
(After wake-up, register
configuration is required)
3
PM3 mode
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