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GT2HP-869.6125 Transmitter Module


General Description

The GT2HP-869.6125 module is the smallest narrow band high power module available on the market today for use in the 869 MHz band plan.

Measuring just 31 x 19 x 4mm the module generates 300mW and conforms to EN 300 220 for narrow band operation.

The common Genesis footprint of the GT2HP means that the module can be used to provide more range and more reliability in existing applications as well as new developments.

In conjunction with the GR2/GR2C1 receivers, a wireless link operating over many kilometres can be reliably established.

In addition a unique feature of the module is its watermark capability which offers a complete over air protocol that removes the need for any encoding from the host.

  • UHF Narrow Band FM Transmitter for portable applications and incorporating watermark technology

Compatible Receiver Modules

  • GR2-869.6125
  • GR2C1-869.2125 (Highly robust class1 receiver)

Applications

  • Wireless security
  • Long range remote switching
  • Long range telemetry
  • Social alarms
  • Remote Control

Features

  • MINIATURE SIL PACKAGE
  • 300mW RF OUTPUT POWER
  • DATA RATES UP TO 9600 BITS/S
  • NARROW BAND CRYSTAL TECHNOLOGY
  • WATERMARK CAPABILITY

  • CAN BE SUPPLIED ON OTHERFREQUENCIES
  • 25KHz CHANNEL SPACING
  • SINGLE 3 TO 3.7 VOLT SUPPLY
  • EN 300-220 COMPLIANT

GT2HP-300mW Transmitter

Absolute Maximum Ratings: Transmitter

Operating temperature: -10C to +55C
Storage temperature: -40C to +100C
Supply Voltage (pin 3) 3.7V
Data input (pin 5) 3.7V


Electrical Characteristics (869.6125 MHz version):

Parameters measured at 250C

pin

min.

Typ.

max.

units

notes

DC LEVELS

Supply voltage

3

3.0

3.3

3.7

Volts

Current & RF POWER

Supply current

3

260

mA

RF output power 

2

300

mW

1

RF & Data

2nd harmonic

-40

dBm

2

Harmonics @ > 1GHz

-50

dBm

2

Initial frequency accuracy

25

Hz

Frequency accuracy over full temp range

1.8

KHz

FM deviation of RF carrier

3

KHz

Power up time to full RF

5

6

ms

3

Data rate

9.6

kbits/s

4

Data pulse width

100

ms

Note   1:    Measured into a 50W impedance over production spread and Vcc = 5volts.

          2:    The limit for the European spec EN 300 220 is 36dBm.

          3:    Using enable pin on module..

          4:    All modules are 25KHz channel spacing in which case the data rate can be up to 9.6 kbps.

                


Connection Details

Figure 1: Transmitter Pin Functionality

Pin Description:

RF GND (pin 8 & PIN 6)

RF ground pin, internally connected to pin 4 (0V).  This pin should ideally be connected to the nearest ground plane (e.g. coax braid, main PCB ground plane etc.)

RF OUT (pin7)

50W RF antenna output.  To achieve best results the antenna impedance must match that of the module.

Programming Input (pin5)

This pin is not to be connected to anything on the host circuit.

Transmitter Enable (pin4)

A logic low will switch on the transmitter RF output and a logic high will disable the RF output. In this mode with supply voltage permanently connected to pin6, the module will consume less than 1uA.

VCC (pin 3)

+Ve supply pin. 

GND (pin 2)

Power supply ground connection,

Data IN (pin 1)

This input has an impedance of 47KW and should ideally be driven by a CMOS logic drive or compatible. 


Application Information

Antenna Design

The design and positioning of the antenna is as crucial as the module performance itself in achieving a good wireless system range.  The following will assist the designer in maximising system performance.

The antenna should be kept as far away from sources of electrical interference as physically possible.  If necessary, additional power line decoupling capacitors should be placed close to the module.

The antenna hot end should be kept clear of any objects, especially any metal as this can severely restrict the efficiency of the antenna to transmit power.  Any earth planes restricting the radiation path from the antenna will also have the same effect.

Best range is achieved with either a straight piece of wire, rod or PCB track @ wavelength (8cm @ 869 MHz).  Further range may be achieved if the wave antenna is placed perpendicular in the middle of a solid earth plane measuring 15cm radius.  In this case, the antenna should be connected to the module via some 50 ohm characteristic impedance coax

Figure 2: Antenna Configurations To Be Used With The Genesis Transmitter Modules




Ordering Information

Standard Product;

Part No

GT2HP-869.6125

GT2HP-869.6125WM (incorporating watermark)

Please consult our sales department for further information or other frequencies.



Address

  • M.K.Consultants (UK) Ltd
  • 288a-290 Queens Road
  • HALIFAX, West Yorkshire
  • HX1 4NS
  • England

Contact Details

  • Tel +44 (0) 1422 329002
  • Fax +44 (0) 1422 353153

  • Email: sales@mkconsultants.eu
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Disclaimer

MKConsultants have a policy to continually improve the reliability and performance of their products. We therefore reserve the right to upgrade our products performance without notice.

Although the data contained herewidth is believed to be accurate, however we do not assume any responsibility whatsoever for errors or omissions this document may contain.

In addition, we do not imply warranty or fitness for any particular application especially life support applications.