GSD WC5FM2601F Dual Band WiFi Module User Manual

June 4, 2024
GSD

GSD WC5FM2601F Dual Band WiFi Module

Product Description

The WC5EM2601F is a complete dual-band(2.4GHz and 5GHz)WIFI 2×2 MIMO module. This module provides a high level of integration with a dual-stream IEEE 802.11n MAC/ baseband /radio. The WLAN operation supports 20MHz,40MHz, and 80MHz channels for data rates up to 300Mbps. It fully complies with IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac feature-rich wireless connectivity at high standards and delivers reliable, cost-effective, throughput from an extended distance.

Product Features

  • Complies with IEEE 802.11b/g/n for 2.4GHz and IEEE 802.11a/n/ac 5GHz Wireless LAN.
  • Two transmit and Two receive paths (2T2R)
  • Works with all existing network infrastructure.
  • Capable of up to 128-Bit WEP Encryption.
  • Freedom to roam while staying connected.
  • UP to 866.7 Mbps High-Speed Transfer Rate in 802.11ac mode of operation.
  • Operating Systems: Linux, Win7, Win8, Win10, XP
  • Low power consumption.
  • Easy to install and configure.
  • High-speed USB 2.0 interface
  • ROHS compliant

Product Specification

Model WIFI Module
Product Name WC5EM2601F
Standard 802.11 a /b/g/n/ac
Interface USB
Data Transfer Rate 1,2,5.5,6,11,12,18,22,24,30,36,48,54,60,90,120 and maximum

of 866.7Mbps
Modulation Method| DQPSK,DBPSK,CCK(802.11b) QPSK,BPSK,16QAM,64QAM with OFDM (802.11g) QPSK,BPSK,16QAM,64QAM with OFDM (802.11n) QPSK,BPSK,16QAM,64QAM with OFDM (802.11a)

QPSK,BPSK,16QAM,64QAM,256QAM with OFDM (802.11a)

Frequency Band| 2.4G: 2412~2462 MHz

5G: 5150~5350MHz,5470~5725MHz

5725~5850MHz

Operation Mode| Infrastructure
Security| WEP, TKIP, AES, WPA, WPA2
Operating Voltage| 3.3V±10%
Current Consumption| <1000mA
Antenna Type| PIFA
Operating Temperature| 0 ~ 70°C ambient temperature
Storage Temperature| -40 ~ 80°C ambient temperature
Humidity| 5 to 95 % maximum (non-condensing)

NOTICE:

  • please keep this product and accessories attached to the places which children can’t touch;
  • do not splash water or other liquid onto this product, otherwise, it may cause damage;
  • do not put this product near the heat source or direct sunlight, otherwise, it may cause deformation or malfunction;
  • please keep this product away from flammable or naked flame;
  • please do not repair this product by yourself. Only qualified personnel can be repaired.

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment 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 received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Please notice that if the FCC identification number is not visible when the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording such as the following: “Contains FCC ID:2AC23-WC5E” any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The module is limited to OEM installation ONLY. The OEM integrator is responsible for ensuring that the end-user has no manual instruction to remove or install the module. The module is limited to installation in mobile applications. Separate approval is required for all other operating configurations, including portable configurations with respect to Part 2.1093 and different antenna configurations. There is a requirement that the grantee provides guidance to the host manufacturer for compliance with Part 15B requirements. The module complies with FCC Part 15.247 / Part 15.407 and apply for Single module approval. Trace antenna designs: Not applicable.

Antennas Type and Antenna Gains

2.4G WIFI:

Antenna Group 1

Antenna No.| Frequency (MHz)| Antenna Type| Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi)| Manufacturer
0| 2412 ~ 2462| PIFA| 2.32| Zhongshan B&T Communication

Technology Co., Ltd

1| 2412 ~ 2462| PIFA| 2| GSD
Antenna Group 2

Antenna No.| Frequency (MHz)| Antenna Type| Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi)| Manufacturer
0| 2412 ~ 2462| PIFA| 1.72| Shenzhen Yishengbang Technology Company Limited
1| 2412 ~ 2462| PIFA| 2| GSD

Note: Antenna 2 is permanently attached, can’t be replaced.

5G WIFI

Antenna Group 1

Antenna No.| Frequency (MHz)| Antenna Type| Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi)| Manufacturer
0| 5180 ~ 5825| PIFA| 4.13| Zhongshan B&T Communication Technology Co., Ltd
1| 5180 ~ 5825| PIFA| 3| GSD
Antenna Group 2

Antenna No.| Frequency (MHz)| Antenna Type| Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi)| Manufacturer
0| 5180 ~ 5825| PIFA| 2.57| Shenzhen Yishengbang Technology

Company Limited

1| 5180 ~ 5825| PIFA| 3| GSD

Note: Antenna 2 is permanently attached, can’t be replaced.

Original Antenna information

2.4G WIFI:

Antenna Frequency (MHz) Antenna Type MAX Antenna Gain (dBi)
0 2412-2462 PIFA 2
1 2412-2462 PIFA 2

Note: Antenna 2 is permanently attached, can’t be replaced.

5G WIFI:

Antenna No. Frequency Band Antenna Type Max Antenna Gain (dBi)
0 5180~5825 PIFA 3
1 5180~5825 PIFA 3

Note: Antenna 2 is permanently attached, can’t be replaced.

Canada Statement

This device complies with Industry Canada’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause interference; and
  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Please notice that if the ISED certification number is not visible when the module is installed inside another device, then the outside of the device into which the module is installed must also display a label referring to the enclosed module. This exterior label can use wording such as the following: “Contains IC:12290A-WC5E” any similar wording that expresses the same meaning may be used. The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems for devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the band 5725-5850 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limits as appropriate; The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 102 and compliance with RSS-102 RF exposure, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance. This transmitter must not be co- located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body. This radio transmitter [IC ID: 12290A-WC5E] has been approved by Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below, with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list that have a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for any type listed are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

The concrete contents to check are the following three points.

  1. Must use a PIFA antenna such as WC0D-60 with gains not exceeding those shown in the table below.
  2. Should be installed so that the end user cannot modify the antenna
  3. The feed line should be designed in 50ohm

Fine-tuning of return loss etc. can be performed using a matching network.

Antennas Type and Antenna Gains

2.4G WIFI:

Antenna Group 1

Antenna No.| Frequency (MHz)| Antenna Type| Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi)| Manufacturer
0| 2412 ~ 2462| PIFA| 2.32| Zhongshan B&T Communication Technology Co., Ltd
1| 2412 ~ 2462| PIFA| 2| /
Antenna Group 2

Antenna No.| Frequency (MHz)| Antenna Type| Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi)| Manufacturer
0| 2412 ~ 2462| PIFA| 1.72| Shenzhen Yishengbang Technology Company Limited
---|---|---|---|---
1| 2412 ~ 2462| PIFA| 2| /

Note: Antenna 2 is permanently attached, can’t be replaced.

5G WIFI

Antenna Group 1

Antenna No.| Frequency (MHz)| Antenna Type| Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi)| Manufacturer
0| 5180 ~ 5825| PIFA| 4.13| Zhongshan B&T Communication Technology Co., Ltd
1| 5180 ~ 5825| PIFA| 3| /
Antenna Group 2

Antenna No.| Frequency (MHz)| Antenna Type| Maximum Antenna Gain (dBi)| Manufacturer
0| 5180 ~ 5825| PIFA| 2.57| Shenzhen Yishengbang Technology Company Limited
1| 5180 ~ 5825| PIFA| 3| /

Note: Antenna 2 is permanently attached, can’t be replaced.

Notice to OEM integrator

Must use the device only in host devices that meet the FCC/ISED RF exposure category of mobile, which means the device is installed and used at distances of at least 20cm from persons. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The end user manual shall include FCC Part 15 /ISED RSS GEN compliance statements related to the transmitter as shown in this manual(FCC/Canada statement). The host manufacturer is responsible for compliance of the host system with the module installed with all other applicable requirements for the system such as Part 15 B, ICES 003. The host manufacturer is strongly recommended to confirm compliance with FCC/ISED requirements for the transmitter when the module is installed in the host. The use condition limitations extend to professional users, then instructions must state that this information also extends to the host manufacturer’s instruction manual. This module is stand-alone modular. If the end product will involve Multiple simultaneously transmitting conditions or different operational conditions for a stand-alone modular transmitter in a host, the host manufacturer has to consult with the module manufacturer for the installation method in the end system. Any company of the host device which installs this modular should perform the test of radiated & conducted emission and spurious emission etc. according to FCC Part 15C: 15.247 and 15.209 & 15.207, 15B class B requirement, only if the test result complies with FCC part 15C: 15.247 and 15.209 & 15.207, 15B class B requirement. Then the host can be sold legally. This modular transmitter is only FCC authorized for the specific rule parts ( 47CFR Part 15.247 and 15.407) listed on the grant, and the host product manufacturer is responsible for compliance to any other FCC rules that apply to the host not covered by the modular transmitter grant of certification. Host manufacturer is strongly recommended to confirm compliance with FCC/ISED requirements for the transmitter when the module is installed in the host. Must have on the host device a label showing Contains FCC ID: 2AC23-WC5E or IC: 12290A-WC5E Both FCC ID and IC ID are not to be placed on the host at the same time and only hosts going into the US can use the FCC ID and only hosts going into Canada can use the IC ID.

The installer should put it in the manual:
The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems

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