AC4486 868MHz Radio Module Innovative Technology for a Connected World THE FASTEST WAY TO WIRELESS Compact, low-cost 868MHz radio modules can replace miles of cable in harsh industrial environments. Using field-proven technology that needs no additional ETSI (Europe) licensing, OEMs with little or no previous RF experience can easily make existing systems wireless. AC4486s feature a number of on-the-fly control commands, providing OEMs with a very versatile interface for any application. The modules can be used as direct wire replacements, requiring no special host software for communication. All synchronization and RF system data transmission/reception is performed by the radio module. AC4486s operate in a point-to-point or point-to-multipoint, client/server or peer-to-peer architecture. They are (socket-compatible network-wide) with 2.4GHz and 900MHz models, preserving OEMs' hardware/software investments while providing solutions that meet different market, regulatory and environmental needs. FEATURES * * * * * * global solutions: local support USA: +1.800.492.2320 Europe: +44.1628.858.940 Asia: +852.2268.6567 wirelessinfo@lairdtech.com www.lairdtech.com/wireless TM Approved for European use Seamless cable-to-radio module replacement High 868MHz data rate: 76.8 Kbps Small form factor: 1.65 x 1.9 inches Operates in -40C to +80C temperatures Socket-compatible with 2.4GHz models MARKETS * * * * * Recreation Areas Pool & Spa Control Point of Sale Gaming Devices Utilities Management AC4486 868MHz Radio Module Innovative Technology for a Connected World FLEXIBLE RF PROTOCOL Laird Technologies' embedded transparent protocol simplifies the OEM's integration process by utilizing drop-in installation. As each radio module receives raw data, it manages its over-the-air protocol to assure successful communication. Headers, data packet length, and CRCs are not required. The RF232 supports simple cable-replacement to complex peer-to-peer configurations; and broadcast communication to all radio modules or address packets to a specific destination using unique MAC addresses embedded in each radio module. SPECIFICATIONS RF PROTOCOL MODES Parameter AC4486-5 Interface 20-pin mini connector Frequency 869.7-869.65 MHz Modulation FSK Serial interface options 3V TTL Serial interface data rate Up to 115.2 Kbps Output power (w/ 2dBi antenna) 5mW variable Power consumption (transmit/receive) 40mA typical Security One-byte system ID Sensitivity (w/ 2dBi antenna) -100 dB typical @ 76.8 Kbps RF Data Rate Voltage 3.3V nominal +/-2%, +/-30mV Range Up to 1000 meters line of sight Temperature -40 to +80C Humidity (non-condensing) 10% to 90% Dimensions 1.90 x 1.65 x 0.20" (49 x 42 x 5 mm) Weight < 0.75 oz (< 21 g) Antenna External MMCX connector ORDERING INFORMATION AC4486 - 5M AC4486 - 5M - 485 AC4486 - 5A AC4486 - 5A - 485 868MHz transceiver, TTL serial RS232, 0-250mW, -40 to +80 C, MMCX antenna 868MHz transceiver, TTL serial RS485, 0-250mW, -40 to +80 C, MMCX antenna 868MHz transceiver, TTL serial RS232, 0-250mW, -40 to +80 C, integral antenna 868MHz transceiver, TTL serial RS485, 0-250mW, -40 to +80 C, integral antenna a) Communication Unicast (one-to-one addressing) Broadcast (one-to-multiple addressing) b) Acknowledgement mode (ACK) API with hardware and/or software ACK indication INTERFACE PROTOCOL a) On-the-fly radio module configuration: Destination address RF transmit power Broadcast/addressed b) 9-bit serial interface mode c) A/D, D/A generic I/Os d) Variable baud rate e) RF packet size, timeout control f) Onboard temperature sensor g) Handshaking, CTS/RTS h) In-range indicator i) Error detection Onboard CRC Duplicate packet filtering j) Data encryption standard (DES) The details contained within the document are subject to change. Download the product specification from www.lairdtech.com/wireless for the most current specification. LWS-SPEC-AC4486 0309 Any information furnished by Laird Technologies and its agents is believed to be accurate and reliable. Responsibility for the use and application of Laird Technologies materials rests with the end user since Laird Technologies and its agents cannot be aware of all potential uses. Laird Technologies makes no warranties as to the fitness, merchantability, or suitability of any Laird Technologies materials or products for any specific or general uses. Laird Technologies shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages of any kind. All Laird Technologies products are sold pursuant to the Laird Technologies terms and conditions of sale in effect from time to time, a copy of which will be furnished upon request. For further information please visit our website at www.lairdtech.com. Alternatively contact: wirelessinfo@lairdtech.com. Bluetooth(R) is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., USA and licensed to Laird Technologies. (c) 2009 All Rights Reserved. Laird Technologies is a registered trademark of Laird Technologies, Inc..