Ordering information, Electrical specifications, Theory of operation – Linx Technologies OTX-xxx-HH-KF-MS User Manual
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Ordering Information
Part Number
Description
OTX-***-HH-KF#-MS-xxx
MS Keyfob Transmitter
MDEV-***-HH-KF-MS
MS Keyfob Development System
# = Number of Buttons, 1 to 5
*** = 418 (Standard) or 433MHz
xxx = Color (Leave blank for standard black)
 WHT = White
 CRE = Red
 CGY = Gray
Keyfob Electrical Specifications
Parameter
Designation Min.
Typ.
Max.
Units
Notes
Power Supply
Operating Voltage
V
CC
2.3
3.0
3.6
VDC
Supply Current
l
CC
12.6
mA
Power-Down Current
l
PDN
1.5
µA
1
Transmitter Section
Transmit Frequency Range
F
C
OTX-418-HH-KF#-MS
418
MHz
OTX-433-HH-KF#-MS
433.92
MHz
Center Frequency Accuracy
–8
+8
kHz
Data Rate
9,600
bps
Environmental
Operating Temperature Range
0
+70
°C
1
1. Characterized, but not tested
Electrical Specifications
Ordering Information
Figure 3: Ordering Information
Figure 4: Electrical Specifications
Theory of Operation
The MS Series Keyfob Transmitter combines a high-performance 
synthesized transmitter with an on-board MS Series encoder IC to form 
a highly reliable, yet cost-effective RF remote control transmitter. The 
transmitter’s advanced synthesized architecture delivers superior stability 
and frequency accuracy while minimizing the effects of temperature and 
body proximity.
The advanced MS Series encoder has several advantages over previous 
solutions. It provides more security by offering 2
24
addresses, which is
several orders of magnitude greater than older encoders. Furthermore, 
the address is instantly established with a simple button press, eliminating 
cumbersome DIP switches and cut traces. When paired with a MS Series 
decoder, keyfob identity can be determined and distinct transmitter-receiver 
relationships established.
The Keyfob operates in the following manner: when a button is pressed 
on the Keyfob, power is applied to the internal circuitry and the encoder IC 
is enabled. The encoder then detects the logic states of the button data 
lines. The encoder data is used to modulate the transmitter, which, through 
the antenna, conveys the data into free space. The transmission cycle 
continues until the button is released. On the receiver side, an MS Series 
decoder IC is used to check the transmitter’s address bits against the 
address saved in memory. If a match is confirmed, and if the decoder has 
permission to recognize the specific button being pressed, the decoder’s 
outputs are set to replicate the transmitter’s button states. These outputs 
can then be used to activate external circuitry required by the application.
The transmitter is compatible with the LT and LR product families. When 
the Keyfob transmitter is combined with an LR Series receiver and MS 
Series decoder, ranges of up to 750 feet are possible. Applications 
operating over shorter distances will also benefit from the increased link 
reliability and superior noise immunity provided by the LR receiver.
