WIT2450 Low-Cost Frequency Hopping

Transceiver OEM Module

From the leader in robust, high-performance wireless modules comes the next
generation of low-cost 2.4GHz spread spectrum OEM modules. The Cirronet WIT2450
provides the unique combination of highly integrated low-cost components and the high
performance, high-reliability RF know-how that has made Cirronet products the first
choice of designers for mission critical applications, at a price that allows use in a wide
variety of cost-sensitive applications.

Simple. Simple to use and simple to integrate, the
WIT2450 is a complete wireless data modem. All you need to do
is send data to the module through a standard asynchronous
serial interface. Error detection and correction is handled by the
WIT2450. The WIT2450 provides an addressing mode that allows
point-to-multipoint operation without having to sacrifice data
reliability or throughput. There is no need for your application to
know what the radio module is doing – you simply send and
receive data through a UART.
Reliable. The WIT2450 provides robust, reliable wireless
communications as well as reliable operation. With frequency
hopping spread spectrum radio technology and Cirronet's patent-
ed wireless MAC, the WIT2450 provides immunity to jamming
and multipath fading. Using a 24-bit CRC and automatic retrans-
mit request (ARQ) along with a 3K buffer, transparent, error-free
communications is automatic. Reliable operation over a -40 C to
+70 C operating temperature range is assured through our strin-
gent QA processes. All WIT2450 modules are produced in an
ISO9001:2000 certified facility to Cirronet's exacting standards.
Just another reason Cirronet is the choice of hundreds of design-
ers worldwide.
Flexible. While the factory-set parameters are suitable for
most applications, the WIT2450 provides the same degree of
configurability that has distinguished the WIT2410. Standard
and non-standard baud rates can be selected through a simple
command-driven configuration mode. Transmit power settings,
the speed at which the radio hops, 802.11b avoidance
frequency bands, and network IDs, among other settings, can
be set and saved in non-volatile memory for applications
requiring different operating characteristics. Point-to-point,
point-to-multipoint and store-and-forward repeating while
operating as a node are supported.
Let us be your experts. Cirronet has delivered high-
performance wireless products since 1987. To find out how to put
our experience to work for you, call +1.678.684.2000 or visit
our website at www.cirronet.com

F e at u r e s : Benefits:
• 2.4 GHz frequency hopping spread spectrum • Worldwide license-free operation
technology
• Immunity to jamming and multipath fading
• Auto ranging
• Supports far ranging applications
• Store-and-forward repeating while operating as a
node • Ideal for battery powered devices

• 3.3 volt operation/low power consumption • Supports large number of nodes

• Small size, light weight • Easy to integrate

• 460.8 Kbps channel data rate • Shortens time to market

• RS-232 style asynchronous interface • Low cost

• FCC & ETSI certified for unlicensed operation

An ISO 9001:2000 Certified Company

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RF Frequency 2400 to 2483 MHz
Radio Certification FCC Part 15.247 and ETS 300.328 rules, license free
Operating Range Indoor: 450’ to 900’ Outdoor: 3000’ with dipole antenna,>5 miles with gain antenna
Network Topology Star network
Network Protocol Dynamically assigned TDMA
Error Detection and Correction 24 bit CRC and ARQ
Serial Data Interface Asynchronous (RS-232) CMOS signals, 3.3v; 5v tolerant
I/O Data Rate Up to 230.4 Kbps, software selectable
Channel Data Rate 460.8 Kbps
# of Frequency Channels 95
RF Bandwidth 864 KHz
Transmit Power Output 10mW, 63mW, 250mW at the RF connector, software selectable
Receiver Sensitivity -92 dBm @ 10-5 BER
Supply Voltage 3.3 v to 10 v, 5 v nominal (5v required for 250mW Tx power)
Current Consumption Remote Power Down 750µA Base Continuous 155mA
(250mW Transmit Power, Operation Receive 40mA Operation Peak (Tx) 155mA
Typical 55mA
115.2Kbps I/O)
Peak (Tx) 150mA
Size 69.85 x 47.75 x 4.57mm
Weight 28g
Operating Temperature -400C to 700C
Humidity 20% to 90% (non-condensing)

Connector Pinout
Pin Signal Type Description
1 Gnd - Signal and chassis ground
2 TxD Input Transmit data
3 RxD Output Receive data
4 CFG Input Configuration selector. Used to switch radio between data and control mode
5 RTS Input Request to send. Used for receive flow control by the host
6 DTR Input Soft Reset
7 DCD Output Data carrier detect. For remotes, indicates successful synchronization
8 CTS Output Clear to send. Used for receive flow control by the radio
9 RSSI Output Received signal strength indicator (analog signal)
13 RSSI Strobe Output High signal indicates valid RSSI
14 PwrDown Input Puts radio in low power mode
16 Vcc - Positive supply. Min 3.3 v, Nom 5.0 v, Max 10.0

Pins 10-12 and 15 are reserved for future use.

P h y s i c a l S p e c i f i c at i o n s

6/2004

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