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SunnyA	Posted Using EFP0108 STK (BRD8100A) to implement EFP0109 BOOST configuration on 32-bit Microcontroller (MCU) Knowledge Base Within the EFP01 family, only EFP0108, EFP0109, EFP0110, EFP0111 can be used as a Boost converter for an application that has source voltage less than the desired load voltage. Out of all available OPNs, there are only two development boards – BRD8100A [EFP0108] and BRD8100B [EFP0111] currently available that can be used to develop such an application. If the user wants to develop an application for EFP0109 but is interested to test his proof of concept before prototyping, the user can use BRD8100A to approximate EFP0109 along with the hardware and software modifications explained in Case 2 of this KBA. Case 1 [0.8V < Vin < 1.8V] For source voltage less than 1.8V, BRD8100A (EFP0108) can be used with the following steps: Step 1: Power VIO by connecting the USB cable to the reference board. Step 2: Connect VIN (0.8V to 1.8V) through an external source or connect onboard a low voltage regulator by shorting ST208. Step 3: Using Simplicity Studio – EFP Configuration Tool, load the desired register settings to the device. Step 4: Connect load at the VOA terminal. Case 2 [1.8V < Vin < 3.6V] For source voltage more than 1.8V, the hardware of BRD8100A (EFP0108) can be modified similar to connections of EFP0109 with the following steps: Step 1: Remove R201, R202, R203, R204, R205, R206. Step 2: Connect R207 Step 3: Connect VDDB to VIN or LA2 Step 4: Connect external Host MCU using P202 and an additional common GND pin. Please note that external Host MCU such as EFM32/EFR32 starter kit will be required to program correct register settings into the EFP0108 after the initial start-up sequence. Step 5: Create any sample project in Simplicity Studio 5 to utilize the existing I2C firmware, add software component of EFP01 instance to the project. Create a new function for EFP01, create new handle, initialize the EFP and add the following C code to the sample project: sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_I2C_CTRL, 0x09); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_CC_CTRL,0x68); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_EM_CRSREG_CTRL,0xE8); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_VOA_V,0x34); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_VOC_V,0x05); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_VOB_EM0_V,0xAF); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_VOB_EM2_V,0x2F); sl_efp_write_register(efp,EFP01_BIAS_SW,0x0F); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_BB_IPK,0x6C); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_BB_CTRL3,0x17); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_BB_CTRL5,0x9B); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_BB_CTRL6,0x02); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_LDOB_CTRL,0x0C); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_LDOC_CTRL,0x8C); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_LDOC_BB_CTRL,0xF0); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_BK_CTRL0,0x00); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_BK_CTRL1,0xFC); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_BK_IPK,0x6C); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_BK_CTRL2,0x50); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_ADC_CC_CTRL,0x3F); sl_efp_write_register(efp, EFP01_ADC_LIMITS,0x18); Note that custom applications may have different register settings requirements than what is recommended above. Hence correct register values should be set by referring to the latest revision of the EFP01 datasheet. The above settings will configure the outputs to the following voltages: VOA = 3.33V VOB = 1.17V VOC = 1.86V The maximum output voltage obtained at VOB will be limited to 1.2V rather than 3.3V as on EFP0109 due to the physical limitation and presence of EFP0108 on the development board. Step 6: Power VIO from the external MCU board. Step 7: Connect VIN (1.8V to 3.6V) through an external source. Step 8: Load the register settings of EFP0108 using an external MCU. Step 9: Connect the load at the VOA terminal. Show more	17 days ago
SunnyA	allow Master Wireless Hardware Doc list for EFR32 Series 2 SoCs and Wireless Modules on blog The purpose of this KBA is to organize all Wireless Hardware related specific/generic technical documents (application notes and KBAs) applicable to EFR32 Series 2 SoCs and Wireless modules in one place. The content is grouped into the following categories to make it easier to find what you are looking for. [A] EFR32 Series 2 Wireless Modules [B] EFR32 Series 2 Wireless SoCs [C] Generic (applicable to both SoCs and Modules) [1] RF [2] Certifications [3] Antenna [4] Coexistence [5] MCU [6] Testing [7] Other [A] EFR32 Series 2 Wireless Modules: Application Notes AN1048: Regulatory RF Module Certifications AN1223: LGA Manufacturing Guidance KBAs STEP File information and steps to obtain those files Design and Assembly guidelines for SiPs [B] EFR32 Series 2 Wireless SoCs: AN0002.2: EFR32 Wireless Gecko Series 2 Hardware Design Considerations AN0948.2: EFR32 Series 2 Power Configurations and DC-DC AN933.2: EFR32 Series 2 Minimal BOM AN930.2: EFR32 Series 2 2.4 GHz Matching Guide AN928.2: EFR32 Series 2 Layout Design Guide [C] Generic [1] RF KBAs ESD protection of RF devices RF Range calculator RF Range factors Range improvement calculation for a given extra link budget Data rate, deviation, modulation index for 2GFSK signals Modulation choice OBW for digital modulations Modulation index for digital modulations RF shield vs. RX immunity General layer count versus power output recommendations Custom design PCB number of layers Recommended routing technique for more layer RF designs General RF layout suggestions [2] Certifications KBAs Maximum allowed power for ZigBee applications under ETSI EN 300 328 ETSI EN 300 328 Adaptivity Compliance FCC Harmonic Requirements TX power limitations for regulatory compliance (ETSI, FCC) Tips for FCC certification on Silicon Labs' 2.4GHz 802.15.4-based solutions How to test and estimate TIS/TRP [3] Antenna Application Notes AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna APL10045: Antennas for Short Range Devices AN853: Single-ended Antenna Matrix Design Guide KBAs Design tip for dipole antennas Whip antenna length and size Whip antenna parameters Do loop antennas require a ground plane? PCB antenna with wider bandwidth Recommended distance between antennas for antenna diversity Recommended external antenna matching network How to maximize the isolation of coex. antennas on the same PCB [4] Coexistence AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN1017: Zigbee® and Silicon Labs® Thread Coexistence with Wi-Fi® [5] MCU/Peripherals Application Notes AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs AN0016.2: Oscillator Design Considerations KBAs EFR32 DCDC powering external circuits BSDL files Layout design practices around DC-DC converter CTUNE Access HFXO Capacitor Bank (Ctune) calibration on EFR32 Saving CTUNE value as manufacturing token [6] Testing Application Notes AN972: EFR32 RF Evaluation Guide AN718: Manufacturing Test Overview AN700.1: Manufacturing Test Guidelines for the EFR32 AN1162: Using the Manufacturing Library for EmberZNet AN1046: Radio Frequency Physical Layer Evaluation in Bluetooth® SDK v2.x AN1267: Radio Frequency Physical Layer Evaluation in Bluetooth® SDK v3.x UG409: RAILtest User’s Guide AN1019: Using the NodeTest Application AN961: Bringing Up Custom Devices for the EFR32MG and EFR32FG Families KBAs How to build and use the StandardizedRfTesting sample in EmberZnet SDK? Implementing wireless direct test mode (DTM) [7] Other How do I determine the PCB and schematic version of kit boards? BRD4001A WSTK dimension Hardware Design Review submission expectations for EFR32MGxx based designs What are the valid values for txPower? How to find schematics and other documentation for radio boards? Six Hidden Costs in a Wireless SoC Design Show more	41 days ago
SunnyA	allow Master Wireless Hardware KBA list for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless Modules on blog This Knowledge Base Article (KBA) aims to organize all Wireless Hardware related technical documents and related individual KBAs for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless modules together in one place. The KBA organizes all technical documents into categories for a better and convenient way to refer to the contents while designing a custom application based on these parts. The categorized RF hardware contents are as follows:- [A] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless Modules: Application Notes: AN1048: Regulatory RF Module Certifications AN1223: LGA Manufacturing Guidance AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN1017: Zigbee® and Silicon Labs® Thread Coexistence with Wi-Fi® INS12840: Case study for Z-Wave usage in the presence of LTE Knowledge Base Articles: Design and Assembly guidelines when using xGM parts based System in Package (SiP) Antenna tuning for BGM12x (coin-cell usage example) BGM12x SiP Module Layout Recommendations. GND plane shaping when using E variant of modules What is a STEP file and how to obtain a STEP file for Silicon Labs IOT products? [B] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless SOCs: [1] Matching Networks Application Notes: AN930.1: EFR32 Series 1 2.4 GHz Matching Guide AN923: EFR32 sub-GHz Matching Guide AN1180: EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz Discrete Matching Solutions AN1275: Impedance Matching Network Architectures AN1081: Integrated Passive Devices for EFR32 Series 1 Sub-GHz RF Matching Knowledge Base Articles: How to insert a SAW filter / RF switch / FEM into the EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz reference matching networks. Discrete matching solutions for EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz designs Overview of EFR32 series 1 matching networks for 2.4Ghz frequency band EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz single-ended operation Recommended external antenna matching network EFR32 2.4GHz discrete RF match EFR32 optimum load impedance at 2.4GHz [2] RF Application Notes: AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN933.1: EFR32 Series 1 Minimal BOM Knowledge Base Articles: Comparison of EFR32 series 1 pin connections for standard versus non-radio based applications RF Range Calculator Range improvement calculation for a given extra link budget RF range factors 2G4RF_ION pin connection on EFR32 Maximum allowed power for ZigBee applications under ETSI EN 300 328 EFR32 Minimal BOM filtering Purpose of SAW filters Z-Wave 700: SAW filter recommendations Recommended routing technique for more-layer RF designs [3] Antenna Application Notes: AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN853: SINGLE-ENDED ANTENNA MATRIX DESIGN GUIDE Knowledge Base Articles: PCB antenna with wider bandwidth Whip antenna parameters Whip antenna Length and Size Do loop antennas require a ground plane? Design tip for dipole antennas [4] MCU, Power Supply and Peripherals Application Notes: AN0002.1: EFM32 and EFR32 Wireless Gecko Series 1 Hardware Design Considerations AN0948: EFM32 and EFR32 Series 1 Power Configurations and DC-DC AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs Knowledge Base Articles: EFR32 VDD rail relations EFR32 Series 1 PA DC feed EFR32 Series 1 DC-DC to PAVDD How do I use the CTUNE token for EFR32? Powering External Circuits from EFR32 DC-DC Using a TCXO with an EFR32 Enhanced filtering of EFR32 Series 1-based designs for XO reference spur suppression How to enable voltage scaling in EM2 mode for EFR32MG12 and later devices EFR32xG1 SW changes if 4.7uF DC-DC capacitor is used EFR32 Maximum External Pull-up / down Resistor Values [6] Antenna Diversity Knowledge Base Articles: Recommended distance between antennas in an antenna diversity application How can I implement antenna diversity for EFR32MG? [7] General Application Notes: AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN1017: Zigbee® and Silicon Labs® Thread Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN700.1: Manufacturing Test Guidelines for the EFR32 AN1162: Using the Manufacturing Library for EmberZNet AN972: EFR32 RF Evaluation Guide APL10045: Antennas for Short Range Devices INS14284: Prepare for Z-Wave Certification Tests Knowledge Base Articles: How to maximize the isolation of coexistence antennas on the same PCB Board-level ESD protection of RF devices Tips for FCC certification on Silicon Labs' 2.4GHz 802.15.4-based solutions Hardware Design Review submission expectations for EFR32MGxx based designs KBA_BT_1301: How to find schematics and other documentation for radio boards? Layout design practices around the output of an on-chip DC-DC converter Are all EFR32 parts of the same package variant pin-compatible? Where can I find BSDL file for EFR32 Wireless Gecko devices? PCB number of layers vs Output power Custom design PCB number of layers Key Dimensions of the Main Board BRD4001A How do I determine the PCB and schematic version of kit boards? Data rate, deviation, modulation index for 2GFSK modulated signals Modulation choice Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the modulation index for digital frequency modulation EFR32xG devices inside BGM/MGM modules RF shield vs. RX immunity My EFR32 is not outputting the power I'm expecting for my zigbee (EmberZNet) application. How do I improve it? How to Manually Set-up the Arb Waveform Generator for functional test Show more	41 days ago
SunnyA	allow Master Wireless Hardware KBA list for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless Modules on blog This Knowledge Base Article (KBA) aims to organize all Wireless Hardware related technical documents and related individual KBAs for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless modules together in one place. The KBA organizes all technical documents into categories for a better and convenient way to refer to the contents while designing a custom application based on these parts. The categorized RF hardware contents are as follows:- [A] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless Modules: Application Notes: AN1048: Regulatory RF Module Certifications AN1223: LGA Manufacturing Guidance AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN1017: Zigbee® and Silicon Labs® Thread Coexistence with Wi-Fi® INS12840: Case study for Z-Wave usage in the presence of LTE Knowledge Base Articles: Design and Assembly guidelines when using xGM parts based System in Package (SiP) Antenna tuning for BGM12x (coin-cell usage example) BGM12x SiP Module Layout Recommendations. GND plane shaping when using E variant of modules What is a STEP file and how to obtain a STEP file for Silicon Labs IOT products? [B] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless SOCs: [1] Matching Networks Application Notes: AN930.1: EFR32 Series 1 2.4 GHz Matching Guide AN923: EFR32 sub-GHz Matching Guide AN1180: EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz Discrete Matching Solutions AN1081: Integrated Passive Devices for EFR32 Series 1 Sub-GHz RF Matching Knowledge Base Articles: How to insert a SAW filter / RF switch / FEM into the EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz reference matching networks. Discrete matching solutions for EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz designs Overview of EFR32 series 1 matching networks for 2.4Ghz frequency band EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz single-ended operation Recommended external antenna matching network EFR32 2.4GHz discrete RF match EFR32 optimum load impedance at 2.4GHz [2] RF Application Notes: AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN933.1: EFR32 Series 1 Minimal BOM Knowledge Base Articles: Comparison of EFR32 series 1 pin connections for standard versus non-radio based applications RF Range Calculator Range improvement calculation for a given extra link budget RF range factors 2G4RF_ION pin connection on EFR32 Maximum allowed power for ZigBee applications under ETSI EN 300 328 EFR32 Minimal BOM filtering Purpose of SAW filters Z-Wave 700: SAW filter recommendations Recommended routing technique for more-layer RF designs [3] Antenna Application Notes: AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN853: SINGLE-ENDED ANTENNA MATRIX DESIGN GUIDE Knowledge Base Articles: PCB antenna with wider bandwidth Whip antenna parameters Whip antenna Length and Size Do loop antennas require a ground plane? Design tip for dipole antennas [4] MCU, Power Supply and Peripherals Application Notes: AN0002.1: EFM32 and EFR32 Wireless Gecko Series 1 Hardware Design Considerations AN0948: EFM32 and EFR32 Series 1 Power Configurations and DC-DC AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs Knowledge Base Articles: EFR32 VDD rail relations EFR32 Series 1 PA DC feed EFR32 Series 1 DC-DC to PAVDD How do I use the CTUNE token for EFR32? Powering External Circuits from EFR32 DC-DC Using a TCXO with an EFR32 Enhanced filtering of EFR32 Series 1-based designs for XO reference spur suppression How to enable voltage scaling in EM2 mode for EFR32MG12 and later devices EFR32xG1 SW changes if 4.7uF DC-DC capacitor is used EFR32 Maximum External Pull-up / down Resistor Values [6] Antenna Diversity Knowledge Base Articles: Recommended distance between antennas in an antenna diversity application How can I implement antenna diversity for EFR32MG? [7] General Application Notes: AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN1017: Zigbee® and Silicon Labs® Thread Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN700.1: Manufacturing Test Guidelines for the EFR32 AN1162: Using the Manufacturing Library for EmberZNet AN972: EFR32 RF Evaluation Guide APL10045: Antennas for Short Range Devices INS14284: Prepare for Z-Wave Certification Tests Knowledge Base Articles: How to maximize the isolation of coexistence antennas on the same PCB Board-level ESD protection of RF devices Tips for FCC certification on Silicon Labs' 2.4GHz 802.15.4-based solutions Hardware Design Review submission expectations for EFR32MGxx based designs KBA_BT_1301: How to find schematics and other documentation for radio boards? Layout design practices around the output of an on-chip DC-DC converter Are all EFR32 parts of the same package variant pin-compatible? Where can I find BSDL file for EFR32 Wireless Gecko devices? PCB number of layers vs Output power Custom design PCB number of layers Key Dimensions of the Main Board BRD4001A How do I determine the PCB and schematic version of kit boards? Data rate, deviation, modulation index for 2GFSK modulated signals Modulation choice Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the modulation index for digital frequency modulation EFR32xG devices inside BGM/MGM modules RF shield vs. RX immunity My EFR32 is not outputting the power I'm expecting for my zigbee (EmberZNet) application. How do I improve it? How to Manually Set-up the Arb Waveform Generator for functional test Show more	Nov 24 2020, 8:26 PM
SunnyA	Updated Master Wireless Hardware KBA list for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless Modules on Zigbee and Thread Wireless Knowledge Base This Knowledge Base Article (KBA) aims to organize all Wireless Hardware related technical documents and related individual KBAs for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless modules together in one place. The KBA organizes all technical documents into categories for a better and convenient way to refer to the contents while designing a custom application based on these parts. The categorized RF hardware contents are as follows:- [A] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless Modules: Application Notes: AN1048: Regulatory RF Module Certifications AN1223: LGA Manufacturing Guidance AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN1017: Zigbee® and Silicon Labs® Thread Coexistence with Wi-Fi® INS12840: Case study for Z-Wave usage in the presence of LTE Knowledge Base Articles: Design and Assembly guidelines when using xGM parts based System in Package (SiP) Antenna tuning for BGM12x (coin-cell usage example) BGM12x SiP Module Layout Recommendations. GND plane shaping when using E variant of modules What is a STEP file and how to obtain a STEP file for Silicon Labs IOT products? [B] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless SOCs: [1] Matching Networks Application Notes: AN930.1: EFR32 Series 1 2.4 GHz Matching Guide AN923: EFR32 sub-GHz Matching Guide AN1180: EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz Discrete Matching Solutions AN1081: Integrated Passive Devices for EFR32 Series 1 Sub-GHz RF Matching Knowledge Base Articles: How to insert a SAW filter / RF switch / FEM into the EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz reference matching networks. Discrete matching solutions for EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz designs Overview of EFR32 series 1 matching networks for 2.4Ghz frequency band EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz single-ended operation Recommended external antenna matching network EFR32 2.4GHz discrete RF match EFR32 optimum load impedance at 2.4GHz [2] RF Application Notes: AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN933.1: EFR32 Series 1 Minimal BOM Knowledge Base Articles: Comparison of EFR32 series 1 pin connections for standard versus non-radio based applications RF Range Calculator Range improvement calculation for a given extra link budget RF range factors 2G4RF_ION pin connection on EFR32 Maximum allowed power for ZigBee applications under ETSI EN 300 328 EFR32 Minimal BOM filtering Purpose of SAW filters Z-Wave 700: SAW filter recommendations Recommended routing technique for more-layer RF designs [3] Antenna Application Notes: AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN853: SINGLE-ENDED ANTENNA MATRIX DESIGN GUIDE Knowledge Base Articles: PCB antenna with wider bandwidth Whip antenna parameters Whip antenna Length and Size Do loop antennas require a ground plane? Design tip for dipole antennas [4] MCU, Power Supply and Peripherals Application Notes: AN0002.1: EFM32 and EFR32 Wireless Gecko Series 1 Hardware Design Considerations AN0948: EFM32 and EFR32 Series 1 Power Configurations and DC-DC AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs Knowledge Base Articles: EFR32 VDD rail relations EFR32 Series 1 PA DC feed EFR32 Series 1 DC-DC to PAVDD How do I use the CTUNE token for EFR32? Powering External Circuits from EFR32 DC-DC Using a TCXO with an EFR32 Enhanced filtering of EFR32 Series 1-based designs for XO reference spur suppression How to enable voltage scaling in EM2 mode for EFR32MG12 and later devices EFR32xG1 SW changes if 4.7uF DC-DC capacitor is used EFR32 Maximum External Pull-up / down Resistor Values [6] Antenna Diversity Knowledge Base Articles: Recommended distance between antennas in an antenna diversity application How can I implement antenna diversity for EFR32MG? [7] General Application Notes: AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN1017: Zigbee® and Silicon Labs® Thread Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN700.1: Manufacturing Test Guidelines for the EFR32 AN1162: Using the Manufacturing Library for EmberZNet AN972: EFR32 RF Evaluation Guide APL10045: Antennas for Short Range Devices INS14284: Prepare for Z-Wave Certification Tests Knowledge Base Articles: How to maximize the isolation of coexistence antennas on the same PCB Board-level ESD protection of RF devices Tips for FCC certification on Silicon Labs' 2.4GHz 802.15.4-based solutions Hardware Design Review submission expectations for EFR32MGxx based designs KBA_BT_1301: How to find schematics and other documentation for radio boards? Layout design practices around the output of an on-chip DC-DC converter Are all EFR32 parts of the same package variant pin-compatible? Where can I find BSDL file for EFR32 Wireless Gecko devices? PCB number of layers vs Output power Custom design PCB number of layers Key Dimensions of the Main Board BRD4001A How do I determine the PCB and schematic version of kit boards? Data rate, deviation, modulation index for 2GFSK modulated signals Modulation choice Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the modulation index for digital frequency modulation EFR32xG devices inside BGM/MGM modules RF shield vs. RX immunity My EFR32 is not outputting the power I'm expecting for my zigbee (EmberZNet) application. How do I improve it? How to Manually Set-up the Arb Waveform Generator for functional test Show more	Nov 24 2020, 8:25 PM
SunnyA	allow Master Wireless Hardware KBA list for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless Modules on blog This Knowledge Base Article (KBA) aims to organize all Wireless Hardware related technical documents and related individual KBAs for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless modules together in one place. The KBA organizes all technical documents into categories for a better and convenient way to refer to the contents while designing a custom application based on these parts. The categorized RF hardware contents are as follows:- [A] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless Modules: Application Notes: AN1048: Regulatory RF Module Certifications AN1223: LGA Manufacturing Guidance AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® Knowledge Base Articles: Design and Assembly guidelines when using xGM parts based System in Package (SiP) Antenna tuning for BGM12x (coin-cell usage example) BGM12x SiP Module Layout Recommendations. GND plane shaping when using E variant of modules What is a STEP file and how to obtain a STEP file for Silicon Labs IOT products? [B] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless SOCs: [1] Matching Networks Application Notes: AN930.1: EFR32 Series 1 2.4 GHz Matching Guide AN923: EFR32 sub-GHz Matching Guide AN1180: EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz Discrete Matching Solutions AN1081: Integrated Passive Devices for EFR32 Series 1 Sub-GHz RF Matching Knowledge Base Articles: How to insert a SAW filter / RF switch / FEM into the EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz reference matching networks. Discrete matching solutions for EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz designs Overview of EFR32 series 1 matching networks for 2.4Ghz frequency band EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz single-ended operation Recommended external antenna matching network EFR32 2.4GHz discrete RF match EFR32 optimum load impedance at 2.4GHz [2] RF Application Notes: AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN933.1: EFR32 Series 1 Minimal BOM Knowledge Base Articles: Comparison of EFR32 series 1 pin connections for standard versus non-radio based applications RF Range Calculator Range improvement calculation for a given extra link budget RF range factors 2G4RF_ION pin connection on EFR32 Maximum allowed power for ZigBee applications under ETSI EN 300 328 EFR32 Minimal BOM filtering [3] Antenna Application Notes: AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN853: SINGLE-ENDED ANTENNA MATRIX DESIGN GUIDE Knowledge Base Articles: PCB antenna with wider bandwidth Whip antenna parameters Do loop antennas require a ground plane? [4] MCU and Peripherals Application Notes: AN0002.1: EFM32 and EFR32 Wireless Gecko Series 1 Hardware Design Considerations AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs Knowledge Base Articles: How do I use the CTUNE token for EFR32? Powering External Circuits from EFR32 DC-DC Using a TCXO with an EFR32 How to enable voltage scaling in EM2 mode for EFR32MG12 and later devices EFR32xG1 SW changes if 4.7uF DC-DC capacitor is used EFR32 Maximum External Pull-up / down Resistor Values [5] Power Supply Application Notes: AN0948: EFM32 and EFR32 Series 1 Power Configurations and DC-DC Knowledge Base Articles: EFR32 VDD rail relations EFR32 Series 1 PA DC feed EFR32 Series 1 DC-DC to PAVDD [6] Antenna Diversity Knowledge Base Articles: Recommended distance between antennas in an antenna diversity application How can I implement antenna diversity for EFR32MG? [7] General Application Notes: AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN700.1: Manufacturing Test Guidelines for the EFR32 Knowledge Base Articles: How to maximize the isolation of coexistence antennas on the same PCB Board-level ESD protection of RF devices Tips for FCC certification on Silicon Labs' 2.4GHz 802.15.4-based solutions Schematic and PCB Layout Reviews Where can I find EFR32 reference designs? Layout design practices around the output of an on-chip DC-DC converter Are all EFR32 parts of the same package variant pin-compatible? Where can I find BSDL file for EFR32 Wireless Gecko devices? PCB number of layers vs Output power Custom design PCB number of layers Key Dimensions of the Main Board BRD4001A How do I determine the PCB and schematic version of kit boards? Data rate, deviation, modulation index for 2GFSK modulated signals Modulation choice Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the modulation index for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation EFR32xG devices inside BGM/MGM modules Show more	Nov 24 2020, 3:26 PM
SunnyA	Updated Master Wireless Hardware KBA list for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless Modules on Zigbee and Thread Wireless Knowledge Base This Knowledge Base Article (KBA) aims to organize all Wireless Hardware related technical documents and related individual KBAs for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless modules together in one place. The KBA organizes all technical documents into categories for a better and convenient way to refer to the contents while designing a custom application based on these parts. The categorized RF hardware contents are as follows:- [A] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless Modules: Application Notes: AN1048: Regulatory RF Module Certifications AN1223: LGA Manufacturing Guidance AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® Knowledge Base Articles: Design and Assembly guidelines when using xGM parts based System in Package (SiP) Antenna tuning for BGM12x (coin-cell usage example) BGM12x SiP Module Layout Recommendations. GND plane shaping when using E variant of modules What is a STEP file and how to obtain a STEP file for Silicon Labs IOT products? [B] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless SOCs: [1] Matching Networks Application Notes: AN930.1: EFR32 Series 1 2.4 GHz Matching Guide AN923: EFR32 sub-GHz Matching Guide AN1180: EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz Discrete Matching Solutions AN1081: Integrated Passive Devices for EFR32 Series 1 Sub-GHz RF Matching Knowledge Base Articles: How to insert a SAW filter / RF switch / FEM into the EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz reference matching networks. Discrete matching solutions for EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz designs Overview of EFR32 series 1 matching networks for 2.4Ghz frequency band EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz single-ended operation Recommended external antenna matching network EFR32 2.4GHz discrete RF match EFR32 optimum load impedance at 2.4GHz [2] RF Application Notes: AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN933.1: EFR32 Series 1 Minimal BOM Knowledge Base Articles: Comparison of EFR32 series 1 pin connections for standard versus non-radio based applications RF Range Calculator Range improvement calculation for a given extra link budget RF range factors 2G4RF_ION pin connection on EFR32 Maximum allowed power for ZigBee applications under ETSI EN 300 328 EFR32 Minimal BOM filtering [3] Antenna Application Notes: AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN853: SINGLE-ENDED ANTENNA MATRIX DESIGN GUIDE Knowledge Base Articles: PCB antenna with wider bandwidth Whip antenna parameters Do loop antennas require a ground plane? [4] MCU and Peripherals Application Notes: AN0002.1: EFM32 and EFR32 Wireless Gecko Series 1 Hardware Design Considerations AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs Knowledge Base Articles: How do I use the CTUNE token for EFR32? Powering External Circuits from EFR32 DC-DC Using a TCXO with an EFR32 How to enable voltage scaling in EM2 mode for EFR32MG12 and later devices EFR32xG1 SW changes if 4.7uF DC-DC capacitor is used EFR32 Maximum External Pull-up / down Resistor Values [5] Power Supply Application Notes: AN0948: EFM32 and EFR32 Series 1 Power Configurations and DC-DC Knowledge Base Articles: EFR32 VDD rail relations EFR32 Series 1 PA DC feed EFR32 Series 1 DC-DC to PAVDD [6] Antenna Diversity Knowledge Base Articles: Recommended distance between antennas in an antenna diversity application How can I implement antenna diversity for EFR32MG? [7] General Application Notes: AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN700.1: Manufacturing Test Guidelines for the EFR32 Knowledge Base Articles: How to maximize the isolation of coexistence antennas on the same PCB Board-level ESD protection of RF devices Tips for FCC certification on Silicon Labs' 2.4GHz 802.15.4-based solutions Schematic and PCB Layout Reviews Where can I find EFR32 reference designs? Layout design practices around the output of an on-chip DC-DC converter Are all EFR32 parts of the same package variant pin-compatible? Where can I find BSDL file for EFR32 Wireless Gecko devices? PCB number of layers vs Output power Custom design PCB number of layers Key Dimensions of the Main Board BRD4001A How do I determine the PCB and schematic version of kit boards? Data rate, deviation, modulation index for 2GFSK modulated signals Modulation choice Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the modulation index for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation EFR32xG devices inside BGM/MGM modules Show more	Nov 11 2020, 3:57 PM
SunnyA	Updated KBA_BT_1307: What is a STEP file and how to obtain a STEP file for Silicon Labs IOT products? on Bluetooth Wireless Knowledge Base Question: What is a STEP file? Answer: A STEP [STandard Exchange of Product model data] file is a CAD file format defined by ISO 10303-21 to represent 3D models of components and assemblies. Since STEP files conform to the ISO standard, they are not vendor or software specific and have been adopted by the majority of ECAD and MCAD [Electronic and Mechanical Computer Aided Design] tools and systems. STEP files are helpful to understand the physical dimensions of a particular product in a 3D domain. STEP files are also helpful to understand the area required by the part on the PCB during component placement in the mechanical assembly. The following figure shows a sample for the preliminary STEP files for BGM13P22GA (Built-In Antenna) and BGM13P22GE (External Antenna) variants: Question: How to obtain it? Answer: As of Q3 2020, STEP files can now be directly downloaded from the Technical Resource Library available on our website or through the following link: https://www.silabs.com/support/resources.ct-schematic-and-layout-files?query=step If there is any STEP file for a typical wireless module that is not available on the website, then respective Preliminary STEP files can be obtained from Silicon Labs by contacting the Technical Support team. There are different STEP files for different part variations. For example, the BGM13PGA (built-in antenna) STEP file is different from the BGM13PGE (external antenna) STEP file. The example highlights the difference between a Bluetooth module with a U.FL connector versus a module with a chip antenna. When requesting STEP files, please include the correct part number so that the correct file can be provided. Once received, please refer to your CAD's website or help for instructions on how to import STEP files. To obtain a STEP file for a standard package such as QFN32, QFN48, etc, please contact our Technical Support team where you will receive a .bxl [Binary eXchange Language] file, which is a proprietary file format for vendor-neutral CAD data created by UltraLibrarian tool available on our website. Once you receive the .bxl file, please follow the instructions on the CAD/CAE webpage to generate appropriate files for your project. Show more	Nov 11 2020, 3:28 PM
SunnyA	allow Master Wireless Hardware KBA list for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless Modules on blog This Knowledge Based Article (KBA) aims to organize all Wireless Hardware related technical documents and related individual KBAs for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless modules together in one place. The KBA organizes all technical documents into categories for a better and convenient way to refer to the contents while designing a custom application based on these parts. The categorized RF hardware contents are as follows:- [A] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless Modules: Application Notes: AN1048: Regulatory RF Module Certifications AN1223: LGA Manufacturing Guidance AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® Knowledge Based Articles: Design and Assembly guidelines when using xGM parts based System in Package (SiP) Antenna tuning for BGM12x (coin-cell usage example) BGM12x SiP Module Layout Recommendations. GND plane shaping when using E variant of modules What is a STEP file and how to obtain a STEP file for Silicon Labs IOT products? [B] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless SOCs: [1] Matching Networks Application Notes: AN930.1: EFR32 Series 1 2.4 GHz Matching Guide AN923: EFR32 sub-GHz Matching Guide AN1180: EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz Discrete Matching Solutions AN1081: Integrated Passive Devices for EFR32 Series 1 Sub-GHz RF Matching Knowledge Based Articles: How to insert a SAW filter / RF switch / FEM into the EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz reference matching networks. Discrete matching solutions for EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz designs Overview of EFR32 series 1 matching networks for 2.4Ghz frequency band EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz single-ended operation Recommended external antenna matching network EFR32 2.4GHz discrete RF match EFR32 optimum load impedance at 2.4GHz [2] RF Application Notes: AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN933.1: EFR32 Series 1 Minimal BOM Knowledge Based Articles: Comparison of EFR32 series 1 pin connections for standard versus non-radio based applications RF Range Calculator Range improvement calculation for a given extra link budget RF range factors 2G4RF_ION pin connection on EFR32 Maximum allowed power for ZigBee applications under ETSI EN 300 328 EFR32 Minimal BOM filtering [3] Antenna Application Notes: AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN853: SINGLE-ENDED ANTENNA MATRIX DESIGN GUIDE Knowledge Based Articles: PCB antenna with wider bandwidth Whip antenna parameters Do loop antennas require a ground plane? [4] MCU and Peripherals Application Notes: AN0002.1: EFM32 and EFR32 Wireless Gecko Series 1 Hardware Design Considerations AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs Knowledge Based Articles: How do I use the CTUNE token for EFR32? Powering External Circuits from EFR32 DC-DC Using a TCXO with an EFR32 How to enable voltage scaling in EM2 mode for EFR32MG12 and later devices EFR32xG1 SW changes if 4.7uF DC-DC capacitor is used EFR32 Maximum External Pull-up / down Resistor Values [5] Power Supply Application Notes: AN0948: EFM32 and EFR32 Series 1 Power Configurations and DC-DC Knowledge Based Articles: EFR32 VDD rail relations EFR32 Series 1 PA DC feed EFR32 Series 1 DC-DC to PAVDD [6] Antenna Diversity Knowledge Based Articles: Recommended distance between antennas in an antenna diversity application How can I implement antenna diversity for EFR32MG? [7] General Application Notes: AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN700.1: Manufacturing Test Guidelines for the EFR32 Knowledge Based Articles: How to maximize the isolation of coexistence antennas on the same PCB Board-level ESD protection of RF devices Tips for FCC certification on Silicon Labs' 2.4GHz 802.15.4-based solutions Schematic and PCB Layout Reviews Where can I find EFR32 reference designs? Layout design practices around the output of an on-chip DC-DC converter Are all EFR32 parts of the same package variant pin-compatible? Where can I find BSDL file for EFR32 Wireless Gecko devices? PCB number of layers vs Output power Custom design PCB number of layers Key Dimensions of the Main Board BRD4001A How do I determine the PCB and schematic version of kit boards? Data rate, deviation, modulation index for 2GFSK modulated signals Modulation choice Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the modulation index for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation EFR32xG devices inside BGM/MGM modules Show more	Nov 11 2020, 2:31 PM
SunnyA	Posted Master Wireless Hardware KBA list for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless Modules on Zigbee and Thread Wireless Knowledge Base This Knowledge Based Article (KBA) aims to organize all Wireless Hardware related technical documents and related individual KBAs for EFR32 Series 1 SoCs and Wireless modules together in one place. The KBA organizes all technical documents into categories for a better and convenient way to refer to the contents while designing a custom application based on these parts. The categorized RF hardware contents are as follows:- [A] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless Modules: Application Notes: AN1048: Regulatory RF Module Certifications AN1223: LGA Manufacturing Guidance AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® Knowledge Based Articles: Design and Assembly guidelines when using xGM parts based System in Package (SiP) Antenna tuning for BGM12x (coin-cell usage example) BGM12x SiP Module Layout Recommendations. GND plane shaping when using E variant of modules What is a STEP file and how to obtain a STEP file for Silicon Labs IOT products? [B] EFR32 Series 1 Wireless SOCs: [1] Matching Networks Application Notes: AN930.1: EFR32 Series 1 2.4 GHz Matching Guide AN923: EFR32 sub-GHz Matching Guide AN1180: EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz Discrete Matching Solutions AN1081: Integrated Passive Devices for EFR32 Series 1 Sub-GHz RF Matching Knowledge Based Articles: How to insert a SAW filter / RF switch / FEM into the EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz reference matching networks. Discrete matching solutions for EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz designs Overview of EFR32 series 1 matching networks for 2.4Ghz frequency band EFR32 Series 1 sub-GHz single-ended operation Recommended external antenna matching network EFR32 2.4GHz discrete RF match EFR32 optimum load impedance at 2.4GHz [2] RF Application Notes: AN928.1: EFR32 Series 1 Layout Design Guide AN933.1: EFR32 Series 1 Minimal BOM Knowledge Based Articles: Comparison of EFR32 series 1 pin connections for standard versus non-radio based applications RF Range Calculator Range improvement calculation for a given extra link budget RF range factors 2G4RF_ION pin connection on EFR32 Maximum allowed power for ZigBee applications under ETSI EN 300 328 EFR32 Minimal BOM filtering [3] Antenna Application Notes: AN1088: Designing with an Inverted-F 2.4 GHz PCB Antenna AN853: SINGLE-ENDED ANTENNA MATRIX DESIGN GUIDE Knowledge Based Articles: PCB antenna with wider bandwidth Whip antenna parameters Do loop antennas require a ground plane? [4] MCU and Peripherals Application Notes: AN0002.1: EFM32 and EFR32 Wireless Gecko Series 1 Hardware Design Considerations AN0016.1: Oscillator Design Considerations AN958: Debugging and Programming Interfaces for Custom Designs Knowledge Based Articles: How do I use the CTUNE token for EFR32? Powering External Circuits from EFR32 DC-DC Using a TCXO with an EFR32 How to enable voltage scaling in EM2 mode for EFR32MG12 and later devices EFR32xG1 SW changes if 4.7uF DC-DC capacitor is used EFR32 Maximum External Pull-up / down Resistor Values [5] Power Supply Application Notes: AN0948: EFM32 and EFR32 Series 1 Power Configurations and DC-DC Knowledge Based Articles: EFR32 VDD rail relations EFR32 Series 1 PA DC feed EFR32 Series 1 DC-DC to PAVDD [6] Antenna Diversity Knowledge Based Articles: Recommended distance between antennas in an antenna diversity application How can I implement antenna diversity for EFR32MG? [7] General Application Notes: AN1128: Bluetooth® Coexistence with Wi-Fi® AN700.1: Manufacturing Test Guidelines for the EFR32 Knowledge Based Articles: How to maximize the isolation of coexistence antennas on the same PCB Board-level ESD protection of RF devices Tips for FCC certification on Silicon Labs' 2.4GHz 802.15.4-based solutions Schematic and PCB Layout Reviews Where can I find EFR32 reference designs? Layout design practices around the output of an on-chip DC-DC converter Are all EFR32 parts of the same package variant pin-compatible? Where can I find BSDL file for EFR32 Wireless Gecko devices? PCB number of layers vs Output power Custom design PCB number of layers Key Dimensions of the Main Board BRD4001A How do I determine the PCB and schematic version of kit boards? Data rate, deviation, modulation index for 2GFSK modulated signals Modulation choice Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the modulation index for digital frequency modulation Calculation of the occupied bandwidth for digital frequency modulation EFR32xG devices inside BGM/MGM modules Show more	Nov 11 2020, 2:31 PM

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