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RM024 Series
2.4 GHz ISM-Band Multipoint Wireless Modules
I
NDUSTRY
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EADING
F
LEXIBILITY AND
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ERFORMANCE IN
M2M
Laird’s RM024 series modules are built on the core technology and RF expertise of
Laird’s seven generations of Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) devices.
An improved RF frontend and a long list of configurable options yields the best of
both worlds: very low power consumption and extremely long range. The RM024
excels in serial cable replacement scenarios, signage, agricultural applications and
more. Available in 125 mW (FCC) or 10 mW (CE) variants, the RM024 provides the most reliable wireless link in
the ISM band with several inbuilt mechanisms to reject interference, boost throughput, and achieve
unparalleled range.
UNPARALLELED PERFORMANCE
IN EXTREME ENVIRONMENTS
POWERFUL API FOR A MORE
INTELLIGENT NETWORK
PERSONAL SUPPORT FROM
DESIGN TO MANUFACTURE
In difficult environments with extreme
demands, no ISM-band RF module performs
like the RM024. Built for
industrial
temperatures from -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to
185°F),
the RM024 is perfect for any
environment.
Interference avoidance
mechanisms
bring reliability to uncertain
deployments. The broad range of output
power options and sleep modes allows you
to opt
for high power and long range (up to
4km)
or
short range and low power.
The
modules’ improved RF frontend achieves
an
RF data stream of up to 500 kbps.
The RM024’s upgradeable firmware and
programmable API allow the device to be
customized for a broad range of use cases,
and advanced functionality via AT
commands. Using the
Laird Configuration
Utility
for programming and testing, the
RM024 may be placed into a wide variety of
configurable modes.
The RM024’s
architecture allows for large networks of
up
to 16 million nodes.
The RM024’s link is
robust, but much simpler than technologies
like Zigbee. The RM024 offers an intelligent
network that
excels even in the presence of
co-located systems.
Laird’s support team is always standing by
to provide integration support, analysis,
and troubleshooting for all currently
supported hardware. Working on-site with
Laird engineers in the US, Europe, and Asia,
Connectivity Solutions Support is your
personal bridge to all of Laird’s software,
experience, and expertise. Laird guarantees
a fast response and is
dedicated to seeing
your product through design to
manufacturing.
Laird’s online support
center serves as an archive of many
common questions, as well as
hundreds of
support documents and software files.
Features at a Glance
Improved RF Frontend
– 2.4GHz FHSS radio, 280 kbps or 500kbps
data rate, optional external antenna and range of 2.5 miles (4km)
Unique server/client implementation,
fully configurable with a
maximum network size of 16 million devices
Robust interference avoidance
due to FHSS implementation,
strong immunity to interference and multipath signals
Access to the Laird Configuration Utility,
a complete software
utility for configuration and testing.
Application Areas
Serial Cable
Replacement
Digital Signage /
Displays
Industrial Automation
Connectivity Solutions Support Center:
http://ews-support.lairdtech.com
www.lairdtech.com/wireless
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Europe: +44-1628-858-940
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RM024 ISM-band Modules
Datasheet
Category
General
Feature
Form Factor
Antenna
Serial Interface Data Rate
Channels
Security
Min. Flash (EEPROM) Memory
Endurance
Frequency Band
RF Data Rate (Raw)
Hop Bin Spacing
RF Technology
Modulation
Maximum Output Power Conducted
Supply Voltage
Current Draw
Implementation
SMD-ANT+U.FL, Pluggable-ANT+U.FL, SMD-U.FL, Pluggable-U.FL
External antenna through U.FL connector or dual antenna with
integrated antenna and U.FL
Baud rates from 1200 bps to 230400 bps. Non-standard baud
rates are also supported.
FCC: 42 or 78 selectable channels,
CE: 42 selectable channels
Channelization, System ID, and Vendor ID
1000 Write/Erase Cycles
2400 – 2483.5 MHz
280 kbps or 500 kbps selectable
900 kHz over 79 hops, 1500 kHz over 43 hops
Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
MSK
FCC: +5 to +21 dBm selectable,
CE: +3.5 to +10 dBm
2.3 – 3.6 V ± 50 mV ripple
RM024 Version
FCC (125 mW)
CE (10 mW)
100% Tx
136 mA
40 mA
1/8 Tx (when selected)
40 mA
40 mA
100% Rx
36 mA
36 mA
Rx average (idle current)
9.5 μA
9.5 mA
Deep sleep
.38 μA
.38 μA
-95 dBm at 280 kbps RF rate; -94 dBm at 500 kbps RF rate
Outdoor (line-of-sight)
Indoor (estimated)
FCC
2.5 miles (4 km)
1300 ft. (400 m)
CE
0.6 miles (1.0 km)
328 ft (100 m)
Transceiver
Receiver Sensitivity (1% PER)
Range (based on external 2.0 dBi
antenna at 280 kbps RF Data Rate
O
RDERING
I
NFORMATION
RM024-S125-C-30
RM024-S125-M-30
RM024-P125-C-30
RM024-P125-M-30
RM024-S10-C-20
RM024-S10-M-20
RM024-P10-C-20
RM024-P10-M-20
RM024-P10-M-24
SMT
SMT
Pluggable
Pluggable
SMT
SMT
Pluggable
Pluggable
Pluggable
125 mW
125 mW
125 mW
125 mW
10 mW (CE)
10 mW (CE)
10 mW (CE)
10 mW (CE)
10 mW (CE)
u.FL Jack
Chip Antenna
u.FL Jack
Chip Antenna
u.FL Jack
Chip Antenna
u.FL Jack
Chip Antenna
Chip Antenna
RM024125C30
RM024125M30
RM024125C30
RM024125M30
RM02410C30
RM02410M30
RM02410C30
RM02410M30
RM02410M30
D
EVELOPMENT
K
ITS
Part #
DVK-RM024-CE
DVK-RM024-FCC
Description
RM024 Developer Kit, Pluggable, 3.3V TTL Serial, 10mW, Multiple Ant, CE Approved
RM024 Developer Kit, Pluggable, 3.3V TTL Serial, 125mW, Multiple Antenna
R
EVISION
H
ISTORY
Version
1.0
2.0
Date
15 May 2015
2 Feb 2015
Notes
Initial Release
Update to new template
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© Copyright 2015 Laird. All Rights Reserved
Approver
Jonathan Kaye
Jonathan Kaye
Americas: +1-800-492-2320
Europe: +44-1628-858-940
Hong Kong: +852 2923 0610
Connectivitiy Solutions Support Center:
http://ews-support.lairdtech.com
www.lairdtech.com/wireless