TRIXELL WNFB265AX Wi-Fi Bluetooth Combo Solution Module Instructions

June 15, 2024
TRIXELL

TRIXELL WNFB265AX Wi-Fi Bluetooth Combo Solution Module

Product Information

  • Specifications
    • Standards: IEEE 802.11ax/ac/a/b/g/n (2T2R) Bluetooth V5.3, V5.0, V4.2, V4.1, V4.0 LE, V3.0+HS, V2.1+EDR
    • Chipset: Broadcom
    • Data Rate: 802.11b: 11Mbps, 802.11a/g 54Mbps, 802.11n: MCS0~15, 802.11ac: MCS0~9, 802.11ax: HE0~11, Bluetooth: 1 Mbps, 2Mbps and Up to 3Mbps
    • Operating Frequency: ISM Band, 2.400GHz~2.4835GHz, 5.150GHz~5.850GHz (subject to local regulations)
    • Interface: WLAN: PCIe, Bluetooth: UART
    • Form Factor: M.2 2230 E KEY
    • Antenna: 2 x IPEX MHF4 connectors ANT1 for WLAN/BT, ANT2 for WLAN
    • Modulation: Wi-Fi: 802.11b: DS, 802.11g: OFDM, 802.11n: OFDM, 802.11a: OFDM, 802.11ac: OFDM, 802.11ax: OFDMA
    • Power Consumption: TX Mode: 660mA (Max.), RX Mode: 201mA (Max.)
    • Operating Voltage: DC 3.3V
    • Humidity (Non-Condensing):
    • Dimension L x W x H (in mm):
    • Weight (g): 3.5g
    • Driver Support: Linux, Android
    • Security: 64/128-bits WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, 802.1x

Product Usage Instructions

  • Installation
    • To install the Wireless Module, follow these steps:
    • Locate the M.2 slot on your device.
    • Insert the Wireless Module into the M.2 slot, aligning the notches.
    • Tighten the screws to secure the module in place.
    • Connect the antennas to the IPEX MHF4 connectors.
  • Software Setup
    • To set up the software for the Wireless Module, follow these steps:
    • Make sure your device is powered on and running the supported operating system.
    • Download and install the required drivers for your operating system from the manufacturer’s website.
    • Restart your device to complete the installation.
  • Connecting to Wi-Fi
    • To connect to a Wi-Fi network using the Wireless Module, follow these steps:
    • Open the network settings on your device.
    • Select the desired Wi-Fi network from the available networks list.
    • Enter the network password if prompted.
    • Wait for your device to connect to the Wi-Fi network.
  • Using Bluetooth
    • To use Bluetooth with the Wireless Module, follow these steps:
    • Enable Bluetooth on your device.
    • Pair your device with the desired Bluetooth device.
    • Once paired, you can transfer files, stream audio, and use other Bluetooth features.
  • FAQ
    • Q: What is the maximum data rate supported by the Wireless Module?
    • A: The Wireless Module supports a maximum data rate of 1200 Mbps with dual stream.
    • Q: What are the supported Wi-Fi and Bluetooth versions?
    • A: The Wireless Module supports IEEE 802.11ax/ac/a/b/g/n Wi-Fi standards and Bluetooth versions 5.3, 5.0, 4.2, 4.1, 4.0 LE, 3.0+HS, and 2.1+EDR.
    • Q: Can the Wireless Module be used in industrial applications?
    • A: Yes, the Wireless Module is designed for industrial-grade applications such as medical devices, security systems, industrial PCs, and more.

Wi-Fi+Bluetooth

Wi-Fi+Bluetooth Combo Solution M.2 2230 Module

  • WNFB265AX is an 802.11ax WiFi 6+Bluetooth 5.3 M.2 2230 (KEY E) Module, 802.11ax allows efficient allocation of low data-rate connections, improves the battery life of IoT sensors, and extends the range of Wi-Fi signals.
  • WNFB265AX module brings steady, high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity for Remote control, Smart manufacturing, shop, home, TV etc.
  • The new 802.11ax standard with its unique features such as OFDMA, 1024QAM, and Target Wake Time (TWT). 802.11ax (WiFi 6) enables smooth streaming of high-resolution videos, fewer dropped connections, and faster connections farther away from the router and in dense environments.
  • WNFB265AX 2230 (KEY E) module can support Multi-User MIMO (MU-MIMO) technology to increase channel capacity when simultaneously servicing multiple devices using the same frequency chunks and can accomplish up to speed of 1200Mbps with dual-stream.
  • Bluetooth 5 features including Low-Energy 2 Mbps and Low-Energy Long Range.
  • Furthermore the included PCIe interface for Wi-Fi, UART/PCM interface for Bluetooth.

Embedded Application
Applications include medical devices, security systems, industrial PCs, Remote control, digital signs, STBs, embedded / tablet PCs, smart devices, Smart manufacturing, shops, Home, TV, etc.

Key Feature

  • Dual-stream spatial multiplexing up to 1200 Mbps data rate.
  • Wi-Fi 6 features including 1024-QAM Modulation, OFDMA, MU-MIMO, and WPA3.
  • IEEE 802.11ax beam forming.
  • BT host digital interface: HCI UART (up to 4 Mbps), PCM for audio data.
  • BT 5.3 features include Low-Energy 2 Mbps and Low-Energy Long Range.
  • Supports PCIe v3.0 compliant and runs at Gen2 speeds.

Specification

Standards| IEEE 802.11ax/ac/a/b/g/n (2T2R)

Bluetooth V5.3, V5.0, V4.2, V4.1, V4.0 LE, V3.0+HS, V2.1+EDR

---|---
Chipset| Broadcom
Data Rate| 802.11b: 11Mbps

802.11a/g: 54Mbps 802.11n: MCS0~15

802.11ac: MCS0~9

802.11ax: HE0~11

Bluetooth: 1 Mbps, 2Mbps and Up to 3Mbps

Operating Frequency| IEEE 802.11ax/ac/a/b/g/n

ISM Band, 2.400GHz~2.4835GHz, 5.150GHz~5.850GHz

*Subject to local regulations

Interface| WLAN: PCIe

Bluetooth: UART

Form Factor| M.2 2230 E KEY
Antenna| 2 x IPEX MHF4 connectors

ANT1 for WLAN/BT, ANT2 for WLAN

Modulation| Wi-Fi:

802.11b: DSSS (DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK)

802.11g: OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM)

802.11n: OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM)

802.11a: OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM)

802.11ac: OFDM (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM, 256-QAM)

802.11ax: OFDMA (BPSK, QPSK, 16-QAM, 64-QAM, 256-QAM, 1024-QAM)

Bluetooth:

Header: GFSK

Payload 2M: π/4-DQPSK Payload 3M: 8-DPSK

Power Consumption| TX Mode: 660mA (Max.)

RX Mode: 201mA (Max.)

Operating Voltage| DC 3.3V
Operating Temperature Range| -40°C~85°C
Storage Temperature Range| -40°C~105°C
Humidity

(Non-Condensing)

| 10%~95% (Operating)

5%~95% (Storing)

---|---
Dimension L x W x H (in mm)| 30mm(±0.15mm) x 22mm(±0.15mm) x 2.8mm(±0.2mm)
Weight (g)| ≦3.5g
Driver Support| Linux, Android
Security| 64/128-bits WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3, 802.1x

Block Diagram

TRIXELL-WNFB265AX-Wi-Fi-Bluetooth-Combo-Solution-Module-FIG-1
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Mechanical Diagram (mm)

TRIXELL-WNFB265AX-Wi-Fi-Bluetooth-Combo-Solution-Module-FIG-1
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MHF4 Connector spec

TRIXELL-WNFB265AX-Wi-Fi-Bluetooth-Combo-Solution-Module-FIG-1
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Pin Assignment

The following section illustrates signal pin-outs for the module connector.

TOP

Pin#| Pin Name| Type| Description
1| GND| G| Ground connections
3| USB_D+| NC| No Connection
5| USB_D-| NC| No Connection
7| GND| G| Ground connections
9| SDIO_CLK(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
11| SDIO_CMD(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
13| SDIO_DATA0(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
15| SDIO_DATA1(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
17| SDIO_DATA2(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
19| SDIO_DATA3(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
21| SDIO_WAKE#(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
23| SDIO_RESET# (1.8V)| NC| No Connection
25

27

29

31

| NOTCH FOR KEY E| NC| No Connection
NOTCH FOR KEY E| NC| No Connection
NOTCH FOR KEY E| NC| No Connection
NOTCH FOR KEY E| NC| No Connection
33| GND| G| Ground connections
35| PERp0| I| PCI Express received a positive
37| PERn0| I| PCI Express receives data-Negative
39| GND| G| Ground connections
41| PETp0| O| PCI Express transmits data-Positive
43| PETn0| O| PCI Express transmits data-Negative
45| GND| G| Ground connections
47| REFCLKp0| I| PCI Express differential clock input-Positive
49| REFCLKn0| I| PCI Express differential clock input-Negative
51| GND| G| Ground connections
53| CLKREQ0#(3.3V)| I/O| PCIe clock request


55

| ****

PEWAKE0#(3.3V)

| ****

OD

| PEWAKE0#(1.8V)

PCIe PME Wake

57| GND| G| Ground connections
59| RESERVED| NC| No Connection
61| RESERVED| NC| No Connection
TOP

Pin#| Pin Name| Type| Description
63| GND| G| Ground connections
65| RESERVED| NC| No Connection
67| RESERVED| NC| No Connection
69| GND| G| Ground connections
71| RESERVED| NC| No Connection
73| RESERVED| NC| No Connection
75| GND| G| Ground connections

Note: Power (P), Ground (G), Open-Drain (OD), Input(I), Output(O), Do Not Connect (DNC), No Connection (NC)

Pin Assignment: The following section illustrates signal pin-outs for the module connector.

BOTTOM

Pin#| Pin Name| Type| Description
2| 3.3 V| P| VDD system power supply input
4| 3.3 V| P| VDD system power supply input
6| LED_1#| NC| No Connection
8| PCM_CLK (1.8V)| I/O| PCM clock
10| PCM_SYNC (1.8V)| I/O| PCM sync signal
12| PCM_OUT (1.8V)| O| PCM Data output
14| PCM_IN (1.8V)| I| PCM data input
16| LED_2#| NC| No Connection
18| GND| G| Ground connections


20

| ****

UART_WAKE#(3.3V)

| ****

O

| BT_HOST_WAKE(1.8V)

Bluetooth wake-up Host

22| UART_TXD(1.8V)| O| Bluetooth UART interface
24

26

28

30

| NOTCH FOR KEY E| NC| No Connection
NOTCH FOR KEY E| NC| No Connection
NOTCH FOR KEY E| NC| No Connection
NOTCH FOR KEY E| NC| No Connection
32| UART_RXD(1.8V)| I| Bluetooth UART interface
34| UART_RTS(1.8V)| O| Bluetooth UART interface
36| UART_CTS(1.8V)| I| Bluetooth UART interface


38

| ****

VENDOR DEFINED

| ****

I

| BT_DEV_WAKE(1.8V)

HOST wake-up Bluetooth device

BOTTOM

Pin#| Pin Name| Type| Description


40

| ****

VENDOR DEFINED

| ****

O

| WL_HOST_WAKE(1.8V)

WLAN wake up HOST

42| VENDOR DEFINED| NC| No Connection
44| COEX3(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
46| COEX_TXD(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
48| COEX_RXD(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
50| SUSCLK(3.3V)| NC| No Connection
52| PERST0#(3.3V)| I| PCIe host indication to reset the device



54

| ****


W_DISABLE2#(3.3V)

| ****


I

| BT_REG_ON(3.3V)

Used by PMU to power up or power down the internal module regulators used by the Bluetooth section.

(must be connect to CPU’S GPIO)



56

| ****


W_DISABLE1#(3.3V)

| ****


I

| WL_REG_ON(3.3V)

Used by PMU to power up or power down the internal module regulators used by the WLAN section.

(must be connected to CPU’S GPIO)

58| I2C_DATA(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
60| I2C_CLK(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
62| ALERT#(1.8V)| NC| No Connection
64| RESERVED| NC| No Connection
66| UIM_SWP| NC| No Connection
68| UIM_POWER_SNK| NC| No Connection
70| UIM_POWER_SRC| NC| No Connection
72| 3.3 V| P| VDD system power supply input
74| 3.3 V| P| VDD system power supply input

Note: Power (P), Ground (G), Open-Drain (OD), Input(I), Output(O), Do Not Connect (DNC), No Connection (NC)

Certification

Dipole Ant.

  • FCC
  • IC

Federal Communication

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement:

  • This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under 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 per 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 the receiver.
    • Connect the equipment to 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.
    • Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

KDB 996369 D03 OEM Manual v01r01: 2.2:

  • CFR 47 FCC PART 15 SUBPART C (15.247) and SUBPART E (15.407) have been investigated.
  • It applies to the modular transmitter.

2.3:

  • The devices must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product.

2.4 :

  • This module is not limited to module

2.5:

  • The antenna is not traced antenna designs

2.6 :

  • This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • The product complies with the FCC portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled environment and is safe for intended operation as described in this manual.
  • Further RF exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user body or set the device to lower output power if such a function is available.

2.7:

  • This radio transmitter VPQ-WNFB265AXIBT has been approved by the Federal
  • Communications Commission 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 following unique antenna connector (RP-SMA) must be used on Part 15 authorized transmitters and used in a separation distance of at least 20 cm.

Antenna

Type

| Antenna Model| Maximum Gain (dB)| Remark
---|---|---|---
2.4 GHz| 5GHz
Dipole| AD-103AG| 2.02 dBi| 2.03 dBi|
Dipole| AD-302N| 3.14 dBi| 2.73 dBi|
Dipole| AD-303N| 3.14 dBi| 3.24 dBi|

The following unique antenna connector (RP-SMA) can be used on the Part 15 authorized transmitters and used in the portable devices only that are limited to use for SAR requirements, the power shall be reduced to comply with SAR requirements as following table:

Antenna

Type

| Antenna Model| Maximum Gain (dB)| Remark
---|---|---|---
2.4 GHz| 5GHz

Dipole

|

FXP831.07.0100C

|

3 dBi

|

5.5 dBi

|

Band

| Tune-up Limit (dBm)
---|---
Chain 1| Chain 2
Wi-Fi 2.4GHz| 7| 7
Wi-Fi 5.2GHz| 2| 2
Wi-Fi 5.3GHz| 2| 2
Wi-Fi 5.5GHz| 1| 1
Wi-Fi 5.8GHz| 1| 1
Bluetooth| 6| N/A

2.8:

  • 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 Transmitter Module
  • FCC ID: VPQWNFB265AXIBT” Or “Contains FCC ID: VPQ-WNFB265AXIBT”

2.9:

  • The devices must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions as described in the user documentation that comes with the product.”

2.10:

  • The modular transmitter is only FCC-authorized for the specific rule parts (i.e., FCC transmitter rules) listed on the grant, and the host product manufacturer is responsible for compliance with any other FCC rules that apply to the host not covered by the modular transmitter grant of certification.
  • The final host product still requires
  • Part 15 Subpart B compliance testing with the modular transmitter installed

Industry Canada statement:

This device complies with Industry Canada 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.

Caution:

  1. 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;
  2. For devices with detachable antenna(s), the maximum antenna gain permitted for devices in the bands 5250-5350 MHz and 5470-5725 MHz shall be such that the equipment still complies with the e.i.r.p. limit;
  3. 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 specified for point-to-point and non-point-to-point operation as appropriate; and

Radiation Exposure Statement:

  • The radiated output power of the Wireless Device is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio frequency exposure limits.
  • The Wireless Device should be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.
  • This device has been evaluated for and shown compliant with the IC Specific Absorption Rate (“SAR”) limits when operated in portable exposure conditions.
  • Informations concernant l’exposition aux fréquences radio (RF)

This radio transmitter (IC: 7392A-NFB265AXIBT has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

The following unique antenna connector (RP-SMA) must be used in a separation distance of at least 20 cm.

Antenna

Type

| Antenna Model| Maximum Gain (dB)| Remark
---|---|---|---
2.4 GHz| 5GHz
Dipole| AD-103AG| 2.02 dBi| 2.03 dBi|
Dipole| AD-302N| 3.14 dBi| 2.73 dBi|
Dipole| AD-303N| 3.14 dBi| 3.24 dBi|

The following unique antenna connector (RP-SMA) must be used in portable devices only that are limited to use for SAR requirements.

Antenna

Type

| Antenna Model| Maximum Gain (dB)| Remark
---|---|---|---
2.4 GHz| 5GHz

Dipole

|

FXP831.07.0100C

|

3 dBi

|

5.5 dBi

|

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: 7392A- NFB265AXIBT”.

Manual Information To the End User:

  • The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end product that integrates this module.
  • The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warnings as shown in this manual.

The end user manual shall include FCC Part 15 /ISED RSS GEN compliance statements related to the transmitter as shown in this manual. 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. Must have on the host device a label showing Contains FCC ID: 7392A-NFB265AXIBT,

  • Contains IC: 7392A-NFB265AXIBT

The use condition limitations extend to professional users, so instructions must state that this information also extends to the host manufacturer’s instruction manual. If the end product will involve Multiple simultaneous 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. 802.11ax/ac/a/b/g/n Industrial Grade2T2R Wi-Fi+Bluetooth 5.3 Combo M.2 2230 Module.

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