User Manual for AMBER WIRELESS models including: AMB2720, AMB2730, AMBZ420, AMBZ430, AMB2620, AMB-DB2 Demonstration Board, AMB-DB2, Demonstration Board
Manual AMB-DB2. Version 1.0. For use with the wireless modules AMB2720, AMB2730, AMBZ420, AMBZ430 and AMB2620. AMBER wireless GmbH.
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DocumentDocumentManual AMB-DB2 Version 1.0 For use with the wireless modules AMB2720, AMB2730, AMBZ420, AMBZ430 and AMB2620 AMBER wireless GmbH Albin-Koebis-Strasse 18 51147 Cologne, Germany Tel. +49 2203 98019 0 Fax +49 2203 98019 25 E-Mail info@amber-wireless.de Internet http://www.amber-wireless.de Downloaded from Arrow.com. Table of Contents 1 Functional Description ......................................................................................................... 3 2 Scope of Delivery .................................................................................................................. 3 3 The Demonstration Board .................................................................................................... 3 3.1 Overview........................................................................................................................... 4 3.1.1 Jumper Location......................................................................................................... 4 3.1.2 Connector Location .................................................................................................... 4 3.2 Power Supply.................................................................................................................... 5 3.2.1 Power Adapter / Power Jack ...................................................................................... 5 3.2.2 JP3 / Current Measurement ....................................................................................... 5 3.3 Interfaces.......................................................................................................................... 6 3.3.1 UART / USB ............................................................................................................... 6 3.3.2 UART / TTL ................................................................................................................ 6 3.4 Reset ................................................................................................................................ 7 3.5 Schematic of AMB-DB2 .................................................................................................... 8 4 Using the AMB-DB2 with different RF modules .................................................................. 9 4.1 AMB2720 .......................................................................................................................... 9 4.2 AMB2730 .......................................................................................................................... 9 4.3 AMBZ420.......................................................................................................................... 9 4.4 AMBZ430.......................................................................................................................... 9 4.5 AMB2620 .......................................................................................................................... 9 5 Important Notes................................................................................................................... 10 5.1 Disclaimer of liability ....................................................................................................... 10 5.2 Trademarks .................................................................................................................... 10 5.3 Limitation of use.............................................................................................................. 10 AMB-DB2_MA_EN_1_0 Downloaded from Arrow.com. Page 2 of 10 Released: 06/12/2011 1 Functional Description The demonstration board AMB-DB2 allows for the establishment of a wireless connection between wireless devices within a very short time. Moreover, the AMB-DB2 board provides easy connection to a computer or to an external processor. The EV kit is suitable for the commissioning of AMB2720, AMB2730, AMBZ420, AMBZ430 and AMB2620. The radio module can be addressed directly from the computer, using the Windows program "AMBER Commander". The development board can be connected either directly to the USB interface of a PC or to any other micro controller system. For this purpose, there are several pin headers to which all signals of the module are connected besides of to the antenna connection. 2 Scope of Delivery The AMB8425-M-EV kit is delivered in a product case and comprises: 2 x development board AMB-DB2 with mounted wireless module 2 x USB data cable 1.8m 3 The Demonstration Board Figure 1: Demonstration board AMB-DB2 AMB-DB2_MA_EN_1_0 Downloaded from Arrow.com. Page 3 of 10 Released: 06/12/2011 3.1 Overview 3.1.1 Jumper Location P5 CBUS Pins of the FTDI chip P10 For disconnecting the UART pins P15 Ground signal P8 / P9 Select UART or USB connection to module P6 Selection of power source: USB or DC-connector P7 Measure the power supply of the radio module P12 Enable pull up (3V3) to pin 19 3.1.2 Connector Location P11 Enable 3V3 to pin 14 Selection of low power modes P13: SLEEP P14: TRX_DISABLE Direct access to the signals of the radio module USB jack for interface and power supply Antenna Connector Power jack for power supply AMB-DB2_MA_EN_1_0 Downloaded from Arrow.com. JTAG Interface for programming the module Page 4 of 10 Released: 06/12/2011 3.2 Power Supply 3.2.1 Power Adapter / Power Jack The development board can be operated by connecting a 5 V power source to the power jack. Caution: Pay attention to the polarity. If the power supply is connected and the bridge on P6 is set to "DC", the power LED will be active. It is also possible to supply the board via USB-Interface. To do this, switch P6 to "USB". Then the 5V of the USB-Interface is used to supply the board. Power can also be supplied to the module via P7 pin2 (2.0 V 3.6 V). However, in this case the USB converter will not be powered. 3.2.2 JP3 / Current Measurement By default, P7 is closed for operation. If a current meter is connected instead of the jumper, the power consumption of the radio module can be measured here. If the meter is not attached and the bridge is not set, the module will not receive any supply voltage. However, the power LED is active, as it is connected upstream of the current measurement bridge in order not to distort the module's power consumption. AMB-DB2_MA_EN_1_0 Downloaded from Arrow.com. Page 5 of 10 Released: 06/12/2011 3.3 Interfaces 3.3.1 UART / USB The UART of the module can be connected to the USB converter by setting the jumper on P8 and P9 to UART and the jumper on P10 (Pin 13-14 and Pin 15-16). In this case, the module can be connected directly to a PC via USB cable. If the FTDI-driver is used, the PC will show you a virtual COM-Port to communicate with the module. USB converter P10 P8, P9 3.3.2 UART / TTL If a microcontroller is to be connected to the module, remove the jumper on P10. The UART can be accessed directly on the pin bar to which all other pins of the module are connected. Figure 2: Pin out P10 Watch the level compatibility. When powered over the power jack or USB (section 3.2.1), the levels of the module are 3.3 V. If the power supply is provided by P7 pin 2 (section 3.2.1), the levels of the module can be adjusted in the range from 2.0 to 3.6 V. AMB-DB2_MA_EN_1_0 Page 6 of 10 Released: 06/12/2011 Downloaded from Arrow.com. 3.4 Reset On the development board, there is a "RESET" button by means of which the module can be reset. Moreover, the reset is available on pin 27. Reset AMB-DB2_MA_EN_1_0 Downloaded from Arrow.com. Page 7 of 10 Released: 06/12/2011 3.5 Schematic of AMB-DB2 AMB-DB2_MA_EN_1_0 Downloaded from Arrow.com. Figure 3: Schematic of AMB-DB2 Page 8 of 10 Released: 06/12/2011 4 Using the AMB-DB2 with different RF modules For detailed description of the modules refer to the corresponding data sheets and manuals. 4.1 AMB2720 Place jumper on P12, P13 and P14 to set the module in normal operating mode and connect Pin 10 to GND. 4.2 AMB2730 Place jumper on P12, P13 and P14 to set the module in normal operating mode and connect Pin 10 to GND. 4.3 AMBZ420 Connect Pin 10 to GND to select UART interface Connect Pin 13 to 3V3 to select the watch crystal 4.4 AMBZ430 Connect Pin 10 to GND to select UART interface Connect Pin 13 to 3V3 to select the watch crystal 4.5 AMB2620 Place jumper on P11 and switch P8 / P9 to "USB". AMB-DB2_MA_EN_1_0 Downloaded from Arrow.com. Page 9 of 10 Released: 06/12/2011 5 Important Notes 5.1 Disclaimer of liability AMBER wireless GmbH believes the information contained herein is correct and accurate at the time of this printing. However, AMBER wireless GmbH reserves the right to change the technical specifications or functions of its products, or to discontinue the manufacture of any of its products or to discontinue the support of any of its products, without any written announcement and urges its customers to ensure, that the information at their disposal is valid. AMBER wireless GmbH does not assume any responsibility for the use of the described products, neither does it convey any license under its patent rights, or its other intellectual property rights, or any third party rights. It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that his system or his device, in which AMBER wireless products are integrated, complies with all applicable regulations. 5.2 Trademarks AMBER wireless® is a registered trademark owned by AMBER wireless GmbH Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation All other trademarks, registered trademarks and product names are the sole property of their respective owners. 5.3 Limitation of use AMBER wireless products are not authorised for use in life support appliances, devices, or other systems where malfunction can reasonably be expected to result in significant personal injury to the user, or as a critical component in any life support device or system whose failure to perform can be reasonably expected to cause the failure of the life support device or system, or to affect its safety or effectiveness. AMBER wireless GmbH customers using or selling these products for use in such applications do so at their own risk and agree to fully indemnify AMBER wireless GmbH for any damages resulting from any improper use or sale. Use of AMBER wireless products commits the user to the terms and conditions set out herein. © 2011, AMBER wireless GmbH. All rights reserved. AMBER wireless GmbH Albin-Koebis-Strasse 18 51147 Cologne, Germany Tel. +49 2203 98019 0 Fax +49 2203 98019 25 E-Mail info@amber-wireless.de Internet http://www.amber-wireless.de AMB-DB2_MA_EN_1_0 Page 10 of 10 Downloaded from Arrow.com. Released: 06/12/2011