DOODLE LABS DLM200 Wi-Fi 11n Module Instructions
- July 3, 2024
- DOODLe labs
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DLM200
2.4/5 GHz 2×2 MIMO Wi-Fi® 11n Module
Features
- Qualcomm-Atheros AR9590-AR1B Chipset with Extended Temperature Range
- Up to 300 Mbps Throughput with 2×2 MIMO Technology
- Supported Ath9k Linux Driver
- PCIE Interface (via SMD pins)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS|
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Model No.| DLM200
MAC Chipset| Qualcomm Atheros
QCA9590-AR1B with Extended Temperature range
Software Support| Linux Drivers ath9k
Center Frequency Range
| 5.180 GHz ~ 5.825 GHz
2.412 GHz ~ 2.484 GHz
This varies by the regulatory domain
Channel Bandwidth*| 20, 40 MHz channels
Radio Modulation (Dynamic Link Adaptation)| CCK, BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM, and 64
QAM (2.4 GHz – 11n models) BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM, and 64 QAM (5.x GHz – 11n
models)
CCK, BPSK, QPSK, 16 QAM, and 64 QAM (2.4 GHz – 11n models)
Data Rates Supported
| 802.11a : 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 and 54 Mbps (5.x GHz)
802.11n : MCS0-15 (5.x and 2.4 GHz)
802.11b/g : 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48 and 54 Mbps (2.4 GHz)
802.11n version 2.0 Capabilities
| · Packet aggregation: A-MPDU (Tx/Rx), A-MSDU (Tx/Rx), Maximal ratio
combining (MRC), Cyclic shift diversity (CSD), Frame aggregation, block ACK,
802.11e compatible bursting, Spatial multiplexing, cyclic-delay diversity
(CDD), low-density parity check (LDPC), Space Time Block Code (STBC)
· Phy data rates up to 450 Mbps (40 MHz channel)
Operating Modes| AP, STA and Adhoc modes to implement Point to Point, Point to
multi Point
MAC Protocol| TDD with Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance
(CSMA/CA)
Wireless Error Correction| FEC, ARQ
Wireless Data Security| 128 bit AES, WEP, TKIP and WAPI hardware encryption.
Support for IEEE 802.11d, e, h, i, k, r, v, w and time stamp standards
FIPS Certification| Loop back mode to facilitate FIPS AES certification, Small
packet size (96 bytes) in AES encryption at full packet rate
Tx/Rx Specification| Radio Modulation| Coding Rate|
Rx Sensitivity (Typ)|
5 GHz (20 MHz Channel)|
802.11a, STBC| BPSK| 1/2| -96| |
802.11a, STBC| 64 QAM| 3/4| -81|
MIMO| BPSK| 1/2| -94|
MIMO| 16 QAM| 3/4| -83|
MIMO| 64 QAM| 5/6| -72|
5 GHz (40 MHz Channel)|
MIMO| BPSK| 1/2| -91| |
MIMO| 16 QAM| 3/4| -79|
MIMO| 64 QAM| 5/6| -69|
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2.4 GHz (20 MHz Channel)
802.11b, STBC| 1 Mbps| CCK| -100|
802.11g, STBC| 64 QAM| 3/4| -80|
802.11n, MIMO| BPSK| 1/2| -92|
802.11n, MIMO| 16 QAM| 3/4| -82|
802.11n, MIMO| 64 QAM| 5/6| -72|
2.4 GHz (40 MHz Channel)
802.11n, MIMO| BPSK| 1/2| -90|
802.11n, MIMO| 16 QAM| 3/4| -79|
802.11n, MIMO| 64 QAM| 5/6| -70|
Note 1 It is advantageous to use the smallest Channel Bandwidth that can
support the Throughput requirements. Smaller bandwidths provide more channels
to choose and help avoid interference issues. The system’s SNR is higher at
smaller Channel Bandwidths and Range is longer.
Note 2 Max allowed Tx power depends on the regulatory domain
Antenna Signal Strength| -35 to -85 dBm (Recommended), Absolute Maximum=+12
dBm
Integrated Antenna Port Protection| >20 KV (Human Body Model)
Receiver LNA Gain| >10 dB
Receiver Adjacent Channel Rejection (ACR)| >18 dB @ 11a, 6 Mbps (Typ)
Receiver Alternate Channel Rejection (ALCR)| >35 dB @ 11a, 6 Mbps (Typ)
Receive chain Noise Figure| +6 dB
Transmitter Adjacent Channel Leakage power Ratio (ACLR)| 45 dB (Fc ± ChBW)
Transmitter Spurious Emission Suppression| -40 dBc
RF Power control| In 0.5 dBm steps. Accuracy of power calibration loop ±2 dBm.
Each transceiver individually calibrated and tested.
Control for External Power Amp| Available as an optional configuration
PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Antenna Ports| 2 Ports (50 Ohms) with u.FL connectors.
Host Interface (SMD)| PCIe Interface
Host CPU Board| Host board with CPU supporting Industry standard PCI-Express
interface (via SMD pins)
Operating Voltage| 3.3 Volts
Power Consumption| 2W @ 20 dBm power, in continuous data transfer mode on all
chains 0.7W in continuous data receive mode 230 mW in Sleep mode
Shield case temperature range (Operating)| -40°C to +85°C The System’s thermal
design should ensure that the transceiver’s case temperature is maintained
within these specifications.
Humidity (Operating)| 0% – 95% (Non-condensing)
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Dimensions| 32 x 20 x 3 mm, 5 grams
Regulatory Requirements| Designed and Verified to meet various regulatory
requirements. Formal testing and approval is required based on the
Integrator’s particular host platform and antenna type. The Integrator is also
responsible for obtaining all required regulatory approvals in target markets
for the finished product.
FCC ID| In Progress
CE/ETSI| In Progress
Industry Canada (IC)| In Progress
RoHS/WEEE Compliance| Yes. 100% Recyclable/Biodegradable packaging
System Integration
As shown in the block diagram, the modular nature of the MIMO radio module
allow for accelerated development of the wireless modem. An embedded CPU with
standard PCIe interface is required.
Visit Doodle Labs Technical Library for extensive design-in documents.
Usage Instructions under Modular Approval:
Host Board Top Layer Instructions:
The top layer (underneath the module) of the host PCB must be ground with as many GND vias as possible.
FCC Regulatory Statement:
This device 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. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’ s authority to operate the equipment. Important Note:
Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the
radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating
in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Country Code selection
feature to be disabled for products marketed to the US/Canada . This device is
intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:
1.The antenna must be installed such that 20cm is maintained between the
antenna and users, and
2.The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or
antenna, Important
Note: In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for example
certain laptop configurations or colocation with another transmitter), then
the FCC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID cannot be
used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be
responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and
obtaining a separate FCC authorization.
End Product Labeling
The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following”
Contains FCC ID: 2AG87DLM200″
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 which integrates this module.
The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning
as show in this manual
Integration instructions for host product manufacturers according to KDB
996369 D03 OEM Manual v01.
2.2 List of applicable FCC rules
CFR 47FCC PART15 SUBPART C & E has been investigated. lt is applicable to the
modular transmitter
2.3 Specific operational use conditions
This module is stand-alone modular. If the end product will involve the
Multiple simultaneously transmitting condition or different operational
conditions for a stand-alone modular transmitter in a host, host manufacturer
have to consult with module manufacturer for the installation method in end
system.
2.4 Limited module procedures
Not applicable
2.5 Trace antenna designs
Not applicable
2.6 RF exposure considerations
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
2.7 Antennas
This radio transmitter FCC ID: 2AG87DLM200 has been approved by 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.
Model No.| Manufacturer| Type of Antenna and Gain (Max.)|
Frequency range
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ANT-HID-DB
| Doodle Labs| SMD Antenna 0 (on PCB) 2.0dBi (Max.)
2.4dBi (Max)
3.2dBi (Max)| 2412 ~ 2462 MHz
5180 ~ 5240 MHz
5745 ~ 5825 MHz
ANT-HID-DB
| Doodle Labs| SMD Antenna 1 (on PCB), 2.0dBi (Max.)
2.4dBi (Max)
3.2dBi (Max)| 2412 ~ 2462 MHz
5180 ~ 5240 MHz
5745 ~ 5825 MHz
2.8 Label and compliance information
The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following
“Contains FCC ID:
2AG87DLM200”.
2.9 Information on test modes and additional testing requirements
Host manufacturer is strongly recommended to confirm compliance with FCC
requirements for the transmitter when the module is installed in the host.
2.10 Additional testing, Part 15 Subpart B disclaimer
Host manufacturer is responsible for compliance of the host system with module
installed with all other applicable requirements for the system such as Part
15B.
A user’s manual for the finished product should include the following
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 interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
televisión 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
2.11 Note EMI Considerations
Host manufacture is recommended to use D04 Module Integration Guide
recommending as “best practice” RF design engineering testing and evaluation
in case non-linear interactions generate additional non-compliant limits due
to module placement to host components or properties.
2.12 How to make changes
This module is stand-alone modular. If the end product will involve the
Multiple simultaneously transmitting condition or different operational
conditions for a stand-alone modular transmitter in a host, host manufacturer
have to consult with module manufacturer for the installation method in end
system. According to the KDB 996369 D02 Q&A Q12, that a host manufacture only
needs to do an evaluation (i.e., no C2PC required when no emission exceeds the
limit of any individual device (including unintentional radiators) as a
composite. The host manufacturer must fix any failure.
ISED Statement
English: This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS
standard(s). 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.
This 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.
ISED Modular Usage Statement
NOTE 1: When 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 the wording ”Contains transmitter module
IC: 21411-DLM200” or “Contains IC: 21411-DLM200”.
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.
Label in User Manual:
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