Rainbow Electronics RC1180-MBUS - Manual

RC1180-MBUS
 2008 Radiocrafts AS RC1180-MBUS Data Sheet (rev. 1.0) Page 1 of 28
Wireless M-Bus Multi-Mode RF Transceiver Module
(EN 13757-4:2005)
Product Description
The RC1180-MBUS RF Transceiver Module is a compact surface-mounted high performance
module with embedded Wireless M-Bus protocol. The module has a UART interface for serial
communication and configuration, and a one-pin antenna connection. The module is pre-
certified for operation under the European radio regulations for license-free use and
measures only 12.7 x 25.4 x 3.3 mm with shielding. When used with quarter-wave antennas a
line-of-sight range of 500-600 meter can be achieved. The RC1180-MBUS meets the
Wireless M-Bus specification S, T and R2 modes, and operates in 12 channels in the 868
MHz frequency band.
Applications
• Wireless M-Bus
• Automatic Meter Reading (AMR)
• Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
• Electricity meters
• Gas and Water meters
• Heat meters, Heat cost allocators
• Readers and concentrators
Features
• Embedded Wireless M-Bus protocol supporting EN 13757-4:2005 mode S, T and R2
• 12.7 x 25.4 x 3.3 mm compact module for SMD mounting
• Easy to use UART interface for communication and configuration
• Wide supply voltage range, 2.0 – 3.6 V
• Ultra low power modes for extended battery lifetime
• 2 channels (868.3, 868.95 MHz) in mode S and T
• 10 channels in mode R2 (868.03 + n x 0.06 MHz)
• No external components except antenna
• Configurable Manufacturer ID and serial number
• Conforms with EU R&TTE directive (EN 300 220, EN 301 489, EN 60950)
• Designed for EX compliance
Quick Reference Data
Parameter RC1180-MBUS Unit
Frequency bands 868.0 – 870.0 MHz
Number of channels 12
Data rate 4.8, 32.768, 100 kbit/s
Max output power 9 dBm
Sensitivity, R/S/T -106/-102/-101 dBm
Supply voltage 2.0 – 3.6 Volt
Current consumption, RX / TX 22 / 37 mA
Current consumption, SLEEP Typ 0.3 uA
Temperature range (S and T mode) -40 to +85 ° C
PRELIMINARY INFORMATION. Specifications and information herein are subject to change without notice.