Overview
The ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL is a high-performance, sub-GHz radio transceiver IC produced by Analog Devices Inc. This integrated transceiver supports narrowband operation across several frequency bands, including 169.4 MHz to 169.6 MHz, 426 MHz to 470 MHz, and 863 MHz to 960 MHz. It features an on-chip ARM® Cortex®-M0 processor, which handles radio control, radio calibration, and packet management, thereby reducing the processing burden on the host processor.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Min | Typ | Max | Unit | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 169.4 MHz | - | 960 MHz | MHz | Multiple bands: 169.4-169.6 MHz, 426-470 MHz, 863-960 MHz |
| Data Rates (2FSK/2GFSK) | 0.1 kbps | - | 300 kbps | kbps | - |
| Data Rates (4FSK/4GFSK) - Transmit Only | 1 kbps | - | 360 kbps | kbps | - |
| Receiver Channel Bandwidth | 2.6 kHz | - | 406 kHz | kHz | Narrowband and wideband modes |
| Output Power Range | -20 dBm | - | +17 dBm | dBm | Ultrafine adjustment with 0.1 dB step resolution |
| Current Consumption - Receive | - | 25 mA | - | mA | - |
| Current Consumption - Transmit | - | 65 mA | - | mA | - |
| Operating Voltage | 2.2 V | - | 3.6 V | V | - |
| Package Type | - | - | - | - | 48-LQFP |
Key Features
- Highly configurable low intermediate frequency (IF) receiver supporting ultranarrow-band, narrow-band, and wideband channel spacing.
- Two independent power amplifiers (PAs) with output power ranges of −20 dBm to +13 dBm and −20 dBm to +17 dBm, featuring ultrafine power adjustment with 0.1 dB step resolution.
- Automatic power ramp control to limit spectral splatter and meet regulatory standards.
- On-chip ARM® Cortex®-M0 processor for radio control, radio calibration, and packet management, reducing the processing burden on the host processor.
- Support for multiple modulation schemes including 2FSK, 2GFSK, 4FSK, and 4GFSK.
- Programmable data rates and receiver channel bandwidths.
- Robust performance over temperature and voltage variations.
Applications
- Wireless sensor networks.
- Industrial automation and control systems.
- Smart metering and utility management.
- Medical devices and telehealth applications.
- Home automation and IoT devices.
- Low-power, long-range wireless communication systems.
Q & A
- What are the supported frequency ranges of the ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL?
The ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL supports frequency ranges of 169.4 MHz to 169.6 MHz, 426 MHz to 470 MHz, and 863 MHz to 960 MHz.
- What modulation schemes are supported by the ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL?
The ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL supports 2FSK, 2GFSK, 4FSK, and 4GFSK modulation schemes.
- What is the range of output power for the ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL?
The output power range is from −20 dBm to +17 dBm with ultrafine adjustment in 0.1 dB steps.
- What is the current consumption during receive and transmit modes?
The current consumption is approximately 25 mA during receive mode and 65 mA during transmit mode.
- What type of processor is integrated into the ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL?
The ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL features an on-chip ARM® Cortex®-M0 processor.
- What are the key benefits of the integrated ARM® Cortex®-M0 processor?
The integrated processor reduces the processing burden on the host processor by handling radio control, radio calibration, and packet management.
- What is the operating voltage range of the ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL?
The operating voltage range is from 2.2 V to 3.6 V.
- What types of applications is the ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL suited for?
The ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL is suited for wireless sensor networks, industrial automation, smart metering, medical devices, home automation, and other low-power, long-range wireless communication systems.
- What is the package type of the ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL?
The package type is 48-LQFP.
- Does the ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL support automatic power ramp control?
Yes, the ADF7030-1BSTZN-RL features automatic power ramp control to limit spectral splatter and meet regulatory standards.
