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Packaged Network Routers for Horizontal Mounting
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Compatible with RFM miniMESH
TM
Network Protocol
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3 V, Very Low Current Operation
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Ready-to-Use OEM Module
The DM1800-916MR-PAH and DM1800-916MR-PBH are 916.5 MHz packaged router modules de-
signed for indoor horizontal mounting. The modules are part of the DM1800 family of RF transceiv-
ers. The DM1800 family is designed for adding wireless mesh connectivity to a wide range of
monitoring and control systems. These modules are compatible with RFM’s miniMESH
TM
network
protocol, which provides “plug-and-play” multicast mesh network routing. Radio communications
range in an “open field” environment is typically 200 meters/hop. The modules combine RFM’s very
low current ASH radio technology with low power microcontroller technology to achieve long bat-
tery life. The DM1800-916MR-PAH and DM1800-916MR-PBH contain a DM1800-916MR router,
which is module certified for operation under FCC 15.249 regulations.
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Rating
All Input/Output Pins Except VIN
Non-Operating Ambient Temperature Range
Value
-0.3 to +3.3
-40 to +70
Units
V
o
DM1800-
916MR-PAH
DM1800-
916MR-PBH
916.50 MHz
Transceiver
Modules
C
Electrical Characteristics
Characteristic
Operating Frequency
Modulation Type
RF Encoded Data Transmission Rate
Average Receiver Input Current, No External Power Supply Load
Receiver Input Signal for 10
-3
BER, 25
°C
Peak Transmitter Input Current, No External Power Supply Load
Peak Transmitter Output Power
Bind Input Logic High
Bind Input Logic Low
Average Sleep Input Current, No External Power Supply Load
Power Supply Input Voltage Range
Regulated Power Supply Output Voltage, VIN 3.1 to 10 V
Regulated Power Supply Voltage Ripple
Operating Temperature Range
Relative Humidity Range, Non-Condensing
RH
0
10
I
SA
VIN
VOUT
2.6
3.0
10
70
90
90
10
I
TP
P
O
2.4
.45
1
I
R
Sym
f
O
Notes
Minimum
916.30
OOK
4.8
4
-98
13.5
kb/s
mA
dBm
mA
mW
V
V
µA
V
Vdc
mV
P-P
o
Typical
Maximum
916.70
Units
MHz
C
%
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DM1800-916MR-PAH/PBH - 4/18/08
D M 1 8 0 0 -9 1 6 M R -P A H a n d D M 1 8 0 0 -9 1 6 M R -P B H
B lo c k D ia g r a m
J 1 -1 0
C N T R L 0
G N D
J 2 -3
J 2 -2
G N D
J 2 -1
J 1 -9
J 1 -8
J 1 -7
C N T R L 1
R X D A T A
T X M O D
G N D
A S H
T r a n s c e iv e r
P IC
1 6 F 6 8 8
µ P
J 1 -6
J 1 -5
J 1 -4
J 1 -3
B IN D
V O U T
V IN
G N D
L E D
L E D
2
1
3 V
R e g
J 1 -2
J 1 -1
Figure 1
Theory of Operation
The DM1800-916MR-PAH and DM1800-916MR-PBH
are packaged versions of the DM1800-916MR router.
The major components in these modules include an
RFM TR1000 ASH transceiver and a Microchip
PIC16F688 microcontroller. The TR1000 operates on
a frequency of 916.50 MHz, at a nominal output power
of 1 mW. Two LEDs, visible through a view port, indi-
cate the router’s operating mode.
The DM1800-916MR-PAH and DM1800-916MR-PBH
are compatible with RFM’s miniMESH
TM
network pro-
tocol, which provides add-on “plug-and-play” mesh
network routing to improve communication range and
robustness.
The DM1800-916MR-PAH includes a wall plug trans-
former power supply.
The DM1800-916MR-PAH includes a battery pack
power supply.
FCC Certification
The DM1800-916MR-PAH and DM1800-916MR-PBH
hardware have been certified for operation under FCC
Part 15 Rules, Section 15.249.
FCC Notices and Labels
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 re-
ceived, including interference that may cause unde-
sired operation.
A clearly visible label is required on the outside of the
user’s (OEM) enclosure stating that this product con-
tains a DM1800-916MR-PAH or DM1800-916MR-PBH
transceiver assembly, FCC ID: TE6-DM1800.
WARNING: This device operates under Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Any modification to this device, not ex-
pressly authorized by RFM, may void the user’s au-
thority to operate this device.
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B in d
B u tto n
A c c e s s
L E D
V ie w
P o rt
P o w e r
J a c k
Figure 2
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DM1800-916MR-PAH/PBH - 4/18/08
D M 1 8 0 0 -9 1 6 M R -P A H a n d D M 1 8 0 0 -9 1 6 M R -P B H
O u tlin e D r a w in g
1 .6
(4 0 .6 )
0 .5 6
(1 4 .2 )
D im e n s io n s in
in c h e s a n d (m m )
1 .2 6
(3 2 )
2 .0 6
(5 2 .3 )
Figure 3
Note: Specifications subject to change without notice.
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