PERASO X720 60GHz mm Wave Modules User Guide

PERASO X720 60GHz mm Wave Modules

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Specifications:

• Company: Peraso Inc.
• Development focus: 5G FR2 licensed bands and the 60GHz license-free band
• Experience: More than 10 years in providing RF solutions
• Patents: Holds several patents in the field
• IC products: Baseband ICs and various mmWave RFICs
• Module series: Perspectus 60 and Versatus 60
• Main features: Low latency, high reliability, multigigabit throughput
• Applications: Fixed Wireless, Enterprise data networking infrastructure, wireless UHD video streaming, augmented reality, virtual reality

Product Overview

• Peraso’s mmWave modules provide complete USB 3.0 to 802.11ad solutions for high-speed wireless applications including Fixed Wireless and Enterprise data networking infrastructure. The modules utilize the Peraso X720 and X130 60 GHz phased-array chipsets which include a baseband processor and mmWave beamforming transceiver RFICs.
• The modules incorporate phased array antennas which offer a variety of gain and field-of-view options. The antenna is integrated into the PCB and provides uniform performance over the entire license-free 60GHz band.
• The Baseband processor, the PRS4601-B2E, provides MAC and PHY layer functionality necessary for IEEE 802.11ad operation and supports point-to-point or point-to-multipoint capability. Peraso offers a variety of software/firmware versions which are optimized for common applications.

Perspectus 60 Series

• The Perspectus series of modules utilize Peraso’s high power X720 chipset. The modules are supported by Peraso’s Perspectus Infrastructure software and firmware packages.
• With a variety of integrated antenna options, and the ability to add a high gain parabolic reflector, the Perspectus system can achieve gigabit data rates at ranges exceeding 20km.

Perspectus 60 Module Comparison Table

Module| Image| Array| Max Antenna EIRP1 Gain2 [dBm] [dBi]| Scan Beam- Power Range width3 ; [W]| Sidelobe max4.[dB]| Size [mm]
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
PRM2141X| 16 elements, V-pol (supports 4 or 16 elements)| 38| Tx: 11.75, Rx: 4.5| 35 x 50| -13| 32 elements, V-pol
PRM2142X| 32 elements, V-pol| 40| Tx: 11.75, Rx: 4.5| 50 x 50| -12.5| PRM2143X
PRM2143X| 64 elements, V-pol| 44| Tx: 11.75, Rx: 4.5| 50 x 50| -12.5| PRM2144X
PRM2144X| 128 elements, V-pol| 46| Tx: 11.75, Rx: 4.5| 55 x 55| -19

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• What are the main features of Peraso’s mmWave modules?
  The main features of Peraso’s mmWave modules are low latency, high reliability, and multigigabit throughput.

• What applications are supported by Peraso’s mmWave modules?
  Peraso’s mmWave modules support Fixed Wireless, Enterprise data networking infrastructure, wireless UHD video streaming, augmented reality, and virtual reality applications.

• What is the range of the Perspectus system?
  The Perspectus system can achieve gigabit data rates at ranges exceeding 20km.

INTRODUCTION

• Peraso Inc. develops semiconductors and modules for the millimeter-wave markets. It is focused on 5G FR2 licensed bands and the 60GHz license-free band. Peraso has been a leader in providing RF solutions for more than 10 years, has made essential contributions to the IEEE 802.11ad/ay standard and holds several patents in the field.
• The company’s IC productsinclude baseband ICs and various mmWave RFICs. When combined with its patented antenna technology, the result is two compelling families of module products. Peraso offers its Perspectus 60 and Versatus 60 module series for the 60GHz band.
• These modules offer low latency, high reliability, multigigabit throughput and can be configured to support Fixed Peraso’s unique capabilities enable point-to-point and point-to-multipoint Fixed Wireless applications with link ranges exceeding 25 kilometers. Enterprise and consumer applications, such as wireless UHD video streaming, untethered augmented reality and virtual reality can also be supported.

60GHz Modules Overview

• Peraso’s mmWave modules provide complete USB 3.0 to 802.11ad solutions for high-speed wireless applications including Fixed Wireless and Enterprise data networking infrastructure. The modules utilize the Peraso X720 and X130 60 GHz phasedarray chipsets which include a baseband processor and mmWave beamforming transceiver RFICs.
• The modules incorporate phased array antennas which offer a variety of gain and field-of-view options. The antenna is integrated into the PCB and provides uniform performance over the entire license-free 60GHz band.
• The Baseband processor, the PRS4601-B2E, provides MAC and PHY layer functionality necessary for IEEE 802.11ad operation and supports point-to-point or point-to-multipoint capability. Peraso offers a variety of software/firmware versions which are optimized for common applications.

Common Module Features

• Operates in the license-free 60 GHz band
• IEEE 802.11ad MAC and PHY compliance
• Integrated phased-array antenna
• Dynamic beamforming
• Up to 3.5 Gbps user throughput
• Extremely low (< 1ms) link latency
• USB 3.0 data and control interface
• Automatic rate adaptation
• Automatic calibrations
• AES 128-bit data encryption
• Network synchronization support
• A- MSDU, A-MPDU data aggregation
• Integrated power management
• -40°C to 85°C operation
• Single 5V power supply input
• Application Software Modules
• Scanned for FCC compliance

Perspectus 60 Series

• The Perspectus series of modules utilize Peraso’s high power X720 chipset. The modules are supported by Peraso’s Perspectus Infrastructure software and firmware packages.
• The PRS1165 RFIC provides 16 RF chains with high transmit power levels and supports all 6 of the IEEE 802.11ad/ay defined channels. Channels 5 and 6 are outside the oxygen absorption band thereby allowing for long range operation. Selectable RF filters allow it to also support ½ bandwidth channels.
• With a variety of integrated antenna options, and the ability to add a high gain parabolic reflector, the Perspectus system can achieve gigabit data rates at ranges exceeding 20km.

Target Applications

• Point-to-multipoint Fixed Wireless Access Networks
• Secure communication networks
• Point-to-Point Backhaul / Fiber alternative
• Industrial Automation

Features

• 57-71 GHz, Channels 1-6
• ½ Channel capability
• High-power 16 RF chains
• 16 to 64 element antenna arrays
• MCS 1-12
• Total user data capacity up to 3Gbps*
• Multi-user support up to 32 STA
• Peraso Directional Beam Scan and Connect (DBSC) for establishing long-range Fixed Wireless links
• Peraso STA Focus for long-range Fixed Wireless Access point-to-multipoint systems
• EDCA tuning to optimize channel utilization
• -40°C to 85°C operation
• 5VDC power input
• Scanned for FCC compliance

Perspectus 60 Module Comparison Table

Notes:

1. EIRP may be limited for regulatory compliance.
2. Antenna gain referenced to Channel 5, boresight
3. Azimuth -3dB beamwidth. Varies over channels; low channels wider than upper channels.
4. Azimuth, boresight sidelobe.

Versatus 60 Series

• Versatus 60 series modules are targeted for enterprise, industrial and consumer applications which demand reliable, low latency, multi-gigabit data rates.
• The modules incorporate antenna arrays which can switch between vertical and horizontal polarizations to match any installation or operational scenario.
• The modules are supported by Peraso’s Software and Firmware packages which include features such as roaming and the ability to service up to 32 associated and active STA.

Target Applications

• Enterprise networking
• Industrial automation
• Multi-AP and STA networks with fast roaming
• Wireless display
• Untethered AR/VR
• Secure communications

Module Features

• 57-66 GHz, Channels 1-4
• 8 active RF chains
• Wide field-of-view beam-steering range
• Automatic polarization switching
• π/2-BPSK, π/2-QPSK, π/2-16QAM modulations
• Total user data capacity up to 3.5 Gbps
• Multi-user support up to 32 STA
• Fast roaming between APs
• 0°C to 50°C operation
• Scanned for FCC compliance

Versatus 60 Module Comparison Table

Module Total Solution: Eliminates Risk – Shortens Time to Market

• Peraso’s Module solutions focus on eliminating the time and cost of designing a module that must be manufactured in high volume and is of high quality and reliability. Modules allow system companies to focus on their competitive advantage with the confidence of using a proven RF module. The Result: Short Time to Revenue.
• Peraso modules benefits are:
  • Matched set of components from one supplier (RFIC, Baseband IC, Integrated Antenna)
  • Single supplier, single point of support
  • Eliminates High frequency board design challenges
  •  Proven Manufacturability for quality, reliability and volume
  • Operating test coverage and testing time
  • Pre-scanned for compliance with FCC regulations
  • Allow customers for focus on the application not the RF connectivity
• And, when the 5G RF market, application or configuration requirements change, that can be solved by selecting a different module. No need to go back to the design drawing board.
• The competitive advantage of a Peraso Module, in addition to meeting stringent FCC qualification:
  • Integrated antenna
  • Patented technology
  • Reduces transition losses
  • Eliminated costly LTCC component
  • RF
  • Antenna and RFIC were co-designed to optimize performance over wide frequency band
  • Field-proven beamforming with selective antenna matching to provide a range of performance
  • Multiple application specific software offering for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint
  • Baseband
  • Co-designed to work with Peraso RFIC
  • Highly programmable for complex beamforming
  • Easy to use USB 3.0 interface
  • Module
  • Eliminates design risks in the mmWave frequency range which require specialized skills
  • Solves the difficult issues of high-volume module manufacturing
  • Eliminates a requirement to build complex RF testing systems
  • Golden units and automated test systems available for in-house testing

SUMMARY

• Peraso’s modules eliminate the RF design concerns that come with using different component suppliers, component matching, trying to minimize power transition losses, board reliability and quality, difficulty of testing to specific RF power and beamforming performance, etc. Peraso modules allow you to focus on what you do best, delivering on your system and product’s Value Propositions.
• The module’s antenna, RFIC, Baseband IC, board (substrate) are all from Peraso, providing a single source for all key elements. Module designs utilize the technology, design techniques, and manufacturing flows of modules that are already in production at Tier 1 customers. Modules Eliminates Risks and Shorten your Time to Revenue
  Peraso Modules can help you quickly create compelling 5G Products

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