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Version 2.1
SW-V2.0
Features
receiver sensitivity of typically -112 dBm (for 2.4 and 4.8 kBaud RF transmission rate)
transmission power typically 27 dBm – 500 mW
range of more than 20 km with a clear line of sight and suitable operating conditions
optional data securing with CCITT 16-bit checksum
transparent bit transmission without command level (cable replacement!)
different transmission modes (broadcast, transmission protocol)
installation mode as a means for link quality assessment
individual addressing of the AMB8355
complete RS-232 port based on the V.24 standard
serial data rates of 110 to 115,200 baud, configurable
RF transmission rates of 2400, 4800, 9600, or 19200 baud, configurable
parameterisation via RS232 with Windows configuration software or AT commands
possibility of firmware update by RS232 with the help of the ACC
power supply 7.0 – 30 V (5.6V with reconfiguration)
2.6.2 RF Parameters
Measured at 25°C
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Comment
10 channels ("ATCX")
Frequency range* 869.4 MHz 869.5375 MHz 869.65 MHz
See restrictions in 2.6.2
Channel spacing 25 kHz See restrictions in 2.6.3
Duty Cycle <10% 10% Based on one hour
Transmitting power at
-10 dBm 27 dBm 27 dBm Configurable ("ATPX")
50Ω
Input sensitivity -112 dBm BER ≤ 0.1%
Data transfer rate, net 1500 bit/s Packet length 20 Byte, mode 2
2400
Caution: The user is responsible for compliance with the duty cycle, the choice of
working frequency and for setting the transmitting power as per the table in chapter
2.6.3!
According to the R&TTE directive, a duty cycle of 10% and a transmission power of 27 dBm
(500 mW) can be used.
Channel 5 as well as a RF data rate of 4.8 kbps are configured upon initial delivery. Please
refer to the corresponding AT commands (“ATC” and “ATS6”).
Caution: The AT commands will only be understood correctly if the settings are the
same, and only then is correct data transmission possible. Therefore, we
recommend writing down the parameter settings of each modem. That way the
interface settings can be set later and correct communication with the modem can
be set up and executed quickly.
3.2.1 General
The RF data transmission device must be connected to a free COM port of the PC
Commands are input with the help of a terminal program, e.g. Hyperterminal (see
external short description “Hyperterminal_HB”)
When the RF data transmission module is put into operation for the first time, the
terminal session must be configured with the RS232 parameters 9600 bps, 8n1, without
handshake (default settings)
Command lines must always begin with AT (ATtention)
The commands can be entered in capitals or small letters
The commands must be completed with a CR (return), except for escape sequences
At command level, a character echo is always returned to the RS232 port
Caution: Most configuration settings are only stored in the modules non-volatile
memory with the command “AT&W”, and they usually only become effective after a
reset (power up or soft reset “ATZ”). Some parameters become effective when
switching back to transmission mode using “ATO” (see the respective comments).
2: not permitted
3: Hardware handshake (RTS/CTS)
4: Software handshake (Xon/Xoff)
5: no handshake, instead RS232 Rx/Tx signalling (e.g. for RS485 converter)
Level on ST1 Pin5 (RTS): LOW=RS232-TxD, HIGH=RS232-RxD
Default setting: 0
Local address : 1
Target address : 1
Baud rate : 9600,8,N,1
Flow control : Disabled (0)
Operating mode : Transparent (2)
RF frequency : 869537500 Hz
RF channel : 5
RF data rate : 4.8kbps (1)
OK
&W Save the current operating parameters AT&Wt
With this command, the prior configured operating parameters are saved in the
modules non-volatile memory and will be used afterwards as default parameters after
every software or hardware reset.
Frequency correction : 0
PA power : 500
Max. retrys : 3
Escape char : +
TX char limit : 20
TX time limit : 5
End delimiter 1st byte : 13
End delimiter 2nd byte : 10
OK
The AMBER module can be configured via RS232 with the ACC PC software. Lines
RxD, TxD, and GND are required for this. In contrast to parameterisation with AT
commands and a terminal program, the RS232 interface parameters set in the module
do not play any role in the communication with ACC.
With the current ACC Version 2.4.0, the firmware of the AMB8355 can be conveniently
updated. However, it is not possible to change the device settings with the help of the
graphical user interface. Use the AT command interface for this instead.
6.1 Latency
Due to internal data buffering and radio packet assembling, there is a time lag between two
radio modules during the radio transmission of serial data. The delay is dependent on the
operating mode, data rate and quality of the radio link. This effect should be always considered
when using radio data transmission!
Figure 3
Top: RX line of the transmitter, Bottom: TX line of the receiver
Figure 4 Dimensions
Exemption Clause
Relevant regulation requirements are subject to change. AMBER wireless GmbH does not
guarantee the accuracy of the before mentioned information. Directives, technical standards,
procedural descriptions and the like may be interpreted differently by the national authorities.
Equally, the national laws and restrictions may vary with the country. In case of doubt or
uncertainty, we recommend that you consult with the authorities or official certification
organizations of the relevant countries. AMBER wireless GmbH is exempt from any
responsibilities or liabilities related to regulatory compliance.
9.2 Trademarks
AMBER wireless® is a registered trademark owned by AMBER wireless GmbH
Windows is a registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation
All other trademarks, registered trademarks and product names are the sole property of their
respective owners.