G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y NIU X OEM/Integrators Installation Manual Model Name Description Version Date Author Revision History NIUX-UART-LIT , NIUX-USB-LIT NIUX Wi-Fi module for household and professional appliances Release 1.0 May 12, 2017 Livio Plos 1 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y Date 2017-05-12 Release 1.0 Author Livio Plos Description First preliminary release. Description Qualcomm Atheros QCA4531 datasheet IEEE 802.11n 2.4 specifications Related Documents Date Author IEEE.org Electrolux Italia spa Corso Lino Zanussi, 24 33080 Porcia (PN) Italy All other trademarks appearing herein are the property of their respective owners. This document may contain privileged or confidential information that is the property of Electrolux and the improper disclosure of which is an offense punishable under law. This document may be viewed and used only by the individual or other entity that received it directly from Electrolux. Redistribution of this document in any form is strictly prohibited. The products described in this document are not intended or designed for use in any application involving risk of harm to persons or property. ELECTROLUX PROVIDES THIS DOCUMENT AS-IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. ELECTROLUX DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. 2 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................................................... 5 2. FEATURES ............................................................................................................................................................... 5 3. SPECIFICATION .................................................................................................................................................. 6 4. MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS ................................................................................................................ 8 4.1 MODULE DIMENSIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 8 4.2 PIN OUT DEFINITIONS .........................................................................................................................................9 6. WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................................................. 10 3 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y List of Figures FIGURE 1: PCB OUTLINE TOP VIEW (UNIT: MM) ....................................................................................................... 8 FIGURE 2: PIN OUT CONFIGURATIONS ........................................................................................................................ 9 FIGURE 3: BLOCK DIAGRAM ........................................................................................................................................ 10 4 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y 1. Introduction NIU X is an IoE Smart Network module that enables wireless internet connectivity for any device wishing to be monitored or managed remotely. The NIU X is architected for high performance, feature-rich applications. This module is based on Qualcomm QCA4531, a highly integrated and feature-rich IEEE 802.11n 2x2 2.4 GHz System-on-a-Chip (SoC). External DDR2 and SPI flash memories are provided to support a big variety of applications. On-board antennas provide robust radio coverage even if the module is being installed inside an appliance. 2. Features IEEE 802.11n two stream radio 2.412-2.484 GHz for worldwide market Full security support: WPS, WPA, WPA2, WAPI, WEP, TKIP On-board memories: 64MB DDR2 and 32MB SPI NOR Flash Host interfaces: UART, I2C, GPIO, USB, and Ethernet ROM API support 5 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y 3. Specification Model Number Product Type Memory Sizes Host Interface(s) Embedded MAC Address Main Chip Coating Material Wireless Standard(s) Spreading Operating Frequency Antenna Number of Channels Data Rates Modulation Schemes Tx Power (typical) NIU X 802.11n IoE module Memories on-board:
SPI Flash:
32MB DDR2:64MB UART, I2C, GPIO, USB, Ethernet Yes Qualcomm SoC QCA4531 OSIO SF711 or HUMISEAL 1A33 IEEE 802.11b/g/n IEEE 802.11b DSSS and 802.11g/n OFDM 2412~2483.5MHz ISM band 2 on-board metal PIFA antennas. 11 (US), 13 (EU), 14 (Japan) 802.11n: up to 300Mbps 802.11g: 54Mbps with fallback to 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9 and 6Mbps 802.11b: 11Mbps with fallback to 5.5, 1 and 1Mbps 802.11g/n:
64QAM (up to 300Mbps), 16QAM
(39/36/26/24Mbps), QPSK
(19.5/18/13/12Mbps), BPSK (9/6.5/6Mbps) 802.11b:
CCK (11/5.5Mbps), DQPSK (2Mbps), DBPSK
(1Mbps) 18.171dBm for 26.371dBm for 802.11g 26.281dBm for 802.11n (HT20) 6 802.11b G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y Rx Sensitivity (typical) Media Access Protocol Supply Voltage 22.141dBm for 802.11n (HT40)
-82dBm for 802.11b @11M
-72dBm for 802.11g @54M
-68dBm for 802.11n HT20 @MCS15
-65dBm for 802.11n HT40 @MCS15 CSMA/CA with ACK 5V+/- 5%
7 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y Model Number Power Requirements (typical) (TBD) NIU X Tx mode:
11Mbps:
360mA 54Mbps:
370mA 65Mbps:
410mA Rx mode :
11Mbps:
220mA 54Mbps:
220mA 65Mbps:
210mA Power in Standby Modes Dimensions Regulatory Conformance RoHS Compliance Operating Temperatures Storage Temperatures Software Functions 100mA 54.74 x55 x 9.06 mm (typical) EMI: FCC Part 15b, Part 15c Europe EN 301 489, EN 300 328 Safety : Europe : EN 60950-1, EN 62311 Yes
-20 ~ +85oC
-40 ~ +85oC ROM API Support:
(TBD) MFi support Ready 8 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y 4. Mechanical Characteristics 4.1 Module Dimensions 9 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y 4.2 Pin Out Definitions The logical definitions of the modules pins are depicted below. Pinnumber 1 2 3 4 Signal GND
+5VDC+5%suggested(foroptimalradioperformance),5.25V/4.2V maximumpermittedrange NIUUARTRX(3V3,5Vtolerant) NIUUARTTX(opencollector,maxpullupat5V) Signal Pinnumber 1 2 3 4 5 6 VUSBSupplyvoltageoutput USBD+
USBD GND GPIO1(2V5) GPIO2(2V5) Figure 2: Pin out Configurations 10 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y 5. Block Diagram 11 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y 6. US requirements 6.1 Label of the end product The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following " Contains TX FCC ID:
2AIBX-NIUXL ". If the labelling area is larger than the palm of the hand, then the following FCC part 15.19 statement has to also be available on the label: This device complies with Part 15 of 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. 6.2 Additional rules for US market The module can only be used without additional authorizations if they have been tested and granted under the same intended end-use operational conditions, including simultaneous transmission operations. IMPORTANT NOTE:
6.3 This module is intended for OEM integrator. The OEM integrator is still responsible for 1. ensuring that the end-user has no manual instructions to remove or install module 2. the FCC compliance requirement of the end product, which integrates this module. 3. Appropriate measurements(e.g. 15 B compliance) and if applicable additional equipment authorizations (e.g. Verification, Doc) of the host device to be addressed by the integrator/manufacturer. 4. The separate approval is required for all other operating configurations, including portable configurations with respect to Part 2.1093 and different antenna configurations 6.4 USERS MANUAL OF THE END PRODUCT:
The module is limited to installation in mobile or fixed applications In the users manual of the end product, the end user has to be informed to keep at least 20cm separation with the antenna while this end product is installed and operated. The end user has to be informed that the FCC radio-frequency exposure guidelines for an uncontrolled environment can be satisfied. The end user has to also be informed that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. If the size of the end product is smaller than the palm of the hand, then additional FCC part 15.19 statement is required to be available in the users manual: This device complies with Part 15 of 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. 6.5 Federal Communication Commission Interference 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 that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does 12 7. Canada requirements G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y cause harmful interference to radio or television 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. 6.6 FCC Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. 6.7 FCC 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 & your body. 7.1 Label of the end product The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following " Contains IC ID: 21700-
NIUXL . DOC: CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B) 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. Cet appareil est conu uniquement pour les intgrateurs OEM dans les conditions suivantes:
(Pour utilisation de dispositif module) 1) L'antenne doit tre installe de telle sorte qu'une distance de 20cm est respecte entre l'antenne et les utilisateurs, et 2) Le module metteur peut ne pas tre complant avec un autre metteur ou antenne. 7.2 This device complies with Industry Canadas licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference; and This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne 13 G L O B A L C O N N E C T I V I T Y A N D T E C H N O L O G Y doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. 7.3 IMPORTANT NOTE:
IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 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. Cet quipement est conforme aux limites dexposition aux rayonnements IC tablies pour un environnement non contrl. Cet quipement doit tre install et utilis avec un minimum de 20cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps 7.4 This module is intended for OEM integrator. The OEM integrator is still responsible for 1. ensuring that the end-user has no manual instructions to remove or install module 2. the ISED compliance requirement of the end product, which integrates this module. 3. Appropriate measurements and if applicable additional equipment authorizations of the host IMPORTANT NOTE For OEM integrator:
device to be addressed by the integrator/manufacturer. 4. The separate approval is required for all other operating configurations, including portable configurations and different antenna configurations 8. Warranty Two years limited warranty. 14