TI
Low-Power RF eNewsletter 
July
2007
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This Issue:
New:
SimpliciTI Network Protocol – Ideal for Simple Low-Power
RF Networks
Texas Instruments (TI) recently released the SimpliciTI Network
protocol, a new low-power RF network protocol designed for small
(<100 nodes) RF networks. Such networks typically contain
battery-operated devices that require a long battery life, low
data rate and low duty cycle. They have a limited number of
nodes talking directly to each other or through an access point
or range extenders. With the SimpliciTI Network protocol, the
MCU resource requirements are minimal, which results in a lower
system cost.
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Low
power: a TI proprietary low-power RF network protocol |
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Low
cost: uses <4K flash, <512 bytes RAM |
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Simplicity:
uses a very basic core API |
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Flexibility: |
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Direct
device-to-device communication |
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Simple
star with access point for store and forward to
end device |
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Range
extenders to increase range to four hops |
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Application
examples: |
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Alarm
and security: occupancy sensors, light sensors,
carbon monoxide sensors, glass-break detectors |
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Smoke
detectors |
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Automatic
meter reading: gas meters, water meters, e-meters |
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Active
RFID applications |
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As the SimpliciTI Network protocol is designed for simple
RF networks, it becomes the perfect complement to ZigBee,
which is designed for larger networks with mesh routing and
standardized profiles.
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New
Product Release – CC1101 Sub 1-GHz Transceiver Upgrade
The CC1101 is a low-cost, sub 1-GHz transceiver designed for
very low-power wireless applications. It is an improved code-compatible
version of the CC1100 transceiver. The main improvements include:
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Improved
spurious response |
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Better
close-in phase noise, resulting in improved adjacent channel
power performance |
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Higher
input saturation level |
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Improved
output power ramping |
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Extended
frequency bands of operation: |
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CC1100:
400-464 MHz and 800-928 MHz |
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CC1101:
387-464 MHz and 779-928 MHz |
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Read
more and download the datasheet here.
New:
CC1101 Reference Designs
Two new reference designs have been released in conjunction
with the CC1101 upgrade. These reference designs contain schematics
and layout files for the CC1101EM module used in development
kits and demonstrate techniques for CC1101 decoupling and RF
layout. This is a two-layer reference design with a discrete
balun and SMA antenna connector designed for a single-ended
50-Ohm antenna.
CC1101EM
315- and 433-MHz Reference Design
CC1101EM
868- and 915-MHz Reference Design
New
Design Note: DN009 – Upgrade From CC1100 to CC1101
This newly released design note describes in detail the differences
between the CC1100 and the upgraded CC1101.
Download
New Design Note: DN010 – Close-In Reception With CC1101
This newly released design note describes how you can use the
CC1101 in close-range applications.
Download
New Application Note: AN045 – Z-Tool
This newly released application note describes the Z-Tool application
and how you can use this tool during development and debugging
of ZigBee applications.
Download
Updated:
SmartRF™ Studio
The newly released SmartRF Studio revision 6.6.0 is now available
online. A minor bug has been corrected in the new revision.
Download
TI at ZigBee Open House Beijing
The Low-Power RF group will participate at the ZigBee Open House
Sept. 13 in Beijing, China. Visit our stand to view the range
of ZigBee solutions and end-equipment demos. Product experts
will be available to answer your questions.
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Sign
Up for ZigBee Training
The Low-Power RF and ZigBee Networking Workshop is the best
way to get on the fast track to ZigBee success. This hands-on
three-day course will provide a solid foundation in RF capabilities,
MAC layer communications, OSAL/HAL usage, ZigBee networking
and Z-Stack™ protocol stack-based product development.
The class is taught by an experienced engineer and provides
information, techniques and strategies you will not find elsewhere.
Get face-to-face access to expert assistance and answers that
address your specific needs. Even if you are currently just
evaluating ZigBee, our training course is designed to get you
started the right way. Upcoming
training dates:
Aug. 29 – Herzlia, Israel
Sept. 18 – Landshut, Germany
Sept. 25 – Dallas, Texas, USA
Oct. 16 – Chicago, Illinois, USA
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info
Low-Power
RF Developer Network
TI’s extensive network of low-power RF development partners
can help you speed up your application development. The network
comprises recommended companies, RF consultants and independent
design houses that provide a variety of hardware module products
and design services, including:
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RF
circuit, low-power RF and ZigBee design services |
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Low-power
RF and ZigBee module solutions and development tools |
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RF
certification services and RF circuit manufacturing |
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Online
search tool to determine a suitable RF development partner |
Search the Low-Power
RF Developer Network online tool to find a suitable partner
for your design project.
Ultra-Low-Power
MCUs and Analog for Utility Metering
MSP430 MCUs and RF devices provide the performance and integration
for wireless interfaces to enable automated meter reading in
single- and three-phase electricity, water and gas metering.
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