Radio Controller Board RCB231 V4.0.2

The Radio Controller Board RCB231 V4.0.2 is an affordable, high-performance radio module based on the 2.4 GHz radio transceiver AT86RF231 [datasheet] combined with Atmel's low power AVR microcontroller ATmega1281V [datasheet].

The used AT86RF231 possesses extended hardware functions - e.g. 128 bit AES engine and separate frame start interrupt opposite to 86RF230. Thereby it is ideally suitable for radio solutions according to standard IEEE 802.15.4 and for ZigBee^TM- and ISM applications, which require extended security functions.

The module's transmitter power is 5 dBm ERP and its receiving sensitivity is -103 dBm. Ranges of over 500 m in a free field can be reached even with low energy consumption. The module's 60 pin interface allows for flexible operation and use of all of the ATmega1281V components and because of this, quick realization of different applications.

Power is supplied either by 2 AAA batteries or the 60 pin interface and operates in the range of 1.8..3.6 VDC. Energy consumption is approximately 22 mA in sending and receiving mode and less than 1 µA in standby. The module features a 32 kHz low power timer.

Accessories:
Recommended connectors 30-pin:
- SAMTEC TFM-115-02-S-D (available at Farnell, article no. 1690087)
- Tyco 5-104655-4 (available at Farnell, article no. 1106324 or RS Components, article no. 406-893)

Using the following evaluation boards made by dresden elektronik this radio controller board (RCB) can be started quickly:
Sensor Terminal Board (RCB)
RCB Breakout Board
RCB Breakout Board light

Further radio boards from dresden elektronik
- Further radio boards with transceiver and microcontroller can be found under Radio Controller Boards.
- Radio boards without microcontrollers can be found under Radio Extender Boards.

The Radio Controller Board RCB231 V4.0.2 is an affordable, high-performance radio module based on the 2.4 GHz radio transceiver AT86RF231 [datasheet] combined with Atmel's low power AVR microcontroller ATmega1281V [datasheet].

The used AT86RF231 possesses extended hardware functions - e.g. 128 bit AES engine and separate frame start interrupt opposite to 86RF230. Thereby it is ideally suitable for radio solutions according to standard IEEE 802.15.4 and for ZigBee^TM- and ISM applications, which require extended security functions.

The module's transmitter power is 5 dBm ERP and its receiving sensitivity is -103 dBm. Ranges of over 500 m in a free field can be reached even with low energy consumption. The module's 60 pin interface allows for flexible operation and use of all of the ATmega1281V components and because of this, quick realization of different applications.

Power is supplied either by 2 AAA batteries or the 60 pin interface and operates in the range of 1.8..3.6 VDC. Energy consumption is approximately 22 mA in sending and receiving mode and less than 1 µA in standby. The module features a 32 kHz low power timer.

Accessories:
Recommended connectors 30-pin:
- SAMTEC TFM-115-02-S-D (available at Farnell, article no. 1690087)
- Tyco 5-104655-4 (available at Farnell, article no. 1106324 or RS Components, article no. 406-893)

Using the following evaluation boards made by dresden elektronik this radio controller board (RCB) can be started quickly:
Sensor Terminal Board (RCB)
RCB Breakout Board
RCB Breakout Board light

Further radio boards from dresden elektronik
- Further radio boards with transceiver and microcontroller can be found under Radio Controller Boards.
- Radio boards without microcontrollers can be found under Radio Extender Boards.

Technical data
Dimensions	50 x 50 mm
Control and display elements	1 button (freely programmable) 3 LEDs (freely programmable)
Power supply	2 AAA batteries (1.8 - 3.6V)
Power consumption	Active: 22 mA Power down: <1 µA
Interfaces	2 x 30 PIN I/O connector
Antenna	PCB antenna Optional U.FL socket
Antenna gain	5 dBi
Range	>500 m
Frequency range	2.4 GHz
Transmitting power	5 dBm ERP
Receiver sensitivity	-103 dBm
Communication standard	IEEE 802.15.4
Microcontroller	Atmel ATmega1281V [datasheet]
Transceiver	Atmel AT86RF231 [datasheet]
Board-Information auf EEPROM	- MAC address - serial number - calibration values - board model information