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SURVIVING AN RF IMPLEMENTATION
Adding an RF stage brings an exciting new dimension to
any product. It also means that additional effort and
commitment will be needed to bring the product
successfully to market. By utilizing premade RF
modules, such as the HP-II Series-II, the design and
approval process will be greatly simplified. It is still
important, however, to have an objective view of the
steps necessary to insure a successful RF integration.
Since the capabilities of each customer vary widely it is
difficult to recommend one particular design path, but
most projects follow steps similar to those shown at the
right.
In reviewing this sample design path you may notice
that Linx offers a variety of services, such as
antenna design, and FCC prequalification, that are
unusual for a high-volume component manufacturer.
These services, along with an exceptional level of
technical support, are offered because we recognize
that RF is a complex science requiring the highest
caliber of products and support. “Wireless Made
Simple” is more than just a motto, it’s our
commitment. By choosing Linx as your RF partner
and taking advantage of the resources we offer, you
will not only survive implementing RF, but you may
even find the process enjoyable.
DECISION TO UTILIZE RF IS MADE
RESEARCH RF OPTIONS
LINX MODULE IS CHOSEN
ORDER EVALUATION KIT(S)
TEST MODULE(S) WITH
BASIC HOOKUP
INTERFACE TO CHOSEN
CIRCUIT AND DEBUG
CONSULT LINX REGARDING
ANTENNA OPTIONS AND DESIGN
LAY OUT BOARD
SEND PRODUCTION-READY
PROTOTYPE TO LINX
FOR EMC PRESCREENING
OPTIMIZE USING RF SUMMARY
GENERATED BY LINX
SEND TO PART 15
TEST FACILITY
RECEIVE FCC ID #
COMMENCE SELLING PRODUCT
TYPICAL STEPS FOR
IMPLEMENTING RF
HELPFUL APPLICATION NOTES FROM LINX
It is not the intention of this manual to address in depth many of the issues that
should be considered to ensure that the modules function correctly and deliver
the maximum possible performance. As you proceed with your design you may
wish to obtain one or more of the following application notes, which address in
depth key areas of RF design and application of Linx products.
00500
Antennas: Design, Application, Performance
00130
Modulation techniques for low-cost RF data links
00126
Considerations for operation in the 902 Mhz to 928 Mhz band
00100
RF 101: Information for the RF challenged
00140
The FCC Road: Part 15 from concept to approval
00150
Use and design of T-Attenuation Pads
00110
Understanding the performance specifications of receivers
00160
Considerations for sending data with the HP Series-II
NOTE # LINX APPLICATION NOTE TITLE
