Lucent Technologies WaveLAN

WaveMODEM

WaveMODEM wireless LAN module brings Lucent Technologies' proven wireless communications technology to integrators who wish to add license-free, high-speed data communications support to their product platform.
The WaveMODEM is interoperable with Lucent Technologies' industry awarded WaveLAN AT/ISA, WaveLAN/PCMCIA and WavePOINT bridge products.

With all Radio Frequency (RF) analog technology built in, the WaveMODEM RF module enables application of digital engineering skills to quickly integrate wireless connectivity into remote ormobile applications.
Two models are available:

An Assembly Module with or without integrated antennas
An Encapsulated Module with integrated antennas

Both models are available for 915 MHz and 2.4 GHz (multi-channel) frequency bands

Features
Platform Applications
Deliverables
Hardware Specifications
OEM Ordering and Information

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Industry-Leading Radio Frequency Design assures reliable high-speed communication

WaveMODEM incorporates Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) Technology to provide high-speed data transmission. The design combines Direct Sequence modulation, a patented dual antenna design (for antenna diversity, both on-board or external), and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) architecture to provide robust and error free communications. Modem connections to the hardware platform and LAN connections are simplified via the WaveMODEM Modem Management Interface (MMI).
The WaveMODEM is equipped with a number of diagnostic and evaluation options for the integrator . For the end-user a variety of tools can be made available to configure the WaveMODEM, validate communications quality, configurations and applications in intended operational environments.

Platform Applications

WaveMODEM technology can be incorporated into a wide variety of applications that require online and mobile communications support.

These include:

Shop floor process monitoring
Mobile point-of-sale terminals
Mobile office automation devices
Scanning systems
Barcode readers
Notebook/ notepad/ handheld computers
Medical/ diagnostic instrumentation
Environmental monitoring equipment

Serial data interface for transferring data

The WaveMODEM module includes a Serial Data Interface for transferring data to and from the host using the following signals; a subset of these signals enables various customer defined interfaces:

TD Transmit Data
RD Receive Data
TxC Transmit Clock
RxC Receive Clock
CRS Carrier Sense

RTS Request To Sent
CTS Clear To Sent
DTR Data Terminal Ready
DSR Data Set Ready

Additional Features

Default parameter settings can be altered using a 3-line serial control interface which combines a clock signal, data signal and an enable signal.
The WaveMODEM host interface includes a SLEEP line controlled by the host, to facilitate power management.

Deliverables

Assembly Module

The WaveMODEM assembly module (without housing), has been designed for integration into host computer systems.
The assembly module is available with or without two omni-directional LIFA antennas.
Modules without LIFA antennas have an additional single row 3-pin connector to pass on the antenna signal between an external antenna and the modem.

Automatic Receiver Antenna Selection ("Antenna Diversity")
MAC/PHY interface via single row 20-pin female connector
Easy integration to a host board with two span rivets
Three status LEDs: (Power, Transmit, Receive).

Encapsulated Module

The encapsulated module can be attached externally to a host computer system. The module interfaces to the host via a 45 cm cable. 22 and 100 cm cables or customized housing color are available on request. Features include:

Automatic Receiver Antenna Selection ("Antenna Diversity")
LAN interface via single row 15-pin male connector.
Three status LEDs (Power, Transmit, Receive)
Mounting bracket allows easy removal and remounting
Two internal omni-directional LIFA antennas.

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Optional Features for integrators and end-users

Data Encryption Standard (DES).
Advanced Encryption Scheme (AES).
Variable digital cable lengths (WaveMODEM Encapsulated module only)
Integrated or external antennas (WaveMODEM Assembly module only)

Features

ISM Band License Free Operation
915 MHz or 2.4 GHz Spread Spectrum RF Technology
2 Mbit/s Raw Data Rate
Large in-building Signal Range
Bit Error Rate (BER) is 10^-8 or better
Compliant with worldwide regional regulatory requirements:

USA: FCC (Federal Communications Commission), 47 CFR Part 15
Canada: ISC RSS-210
Europe: ETSI, ETS 300-328 (2.4 GHz modems only)
Japan: MPT, Ministry of Post and Telecommunications (2.4 GHz modems only)

Assembly modules can be used with integrated or external antennas
Optional Encryption Chip
Requires only +5 Volt
Active output power control
Sleep Mode for Power Management suppport

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Hardware Specifications

		Assembly Module	Encapsulated Module
Dimensions	Radio module (LxWxH)	106.7 x 59.9 x 10mm	118 x 65 x 18.6mm
	Cable Length	-	450 mm (optional 200mm or 1000mm)
Weight	2.4 GHz module	70 g.	170 g.
	915 MHz module	70 g.	150 g.

Media Access Protocol	Ethernet variety	CSMA/CA
Bit error Rate	Better than 10-⁸
Visible Feedback	3 LEDs	Power On/Off
		Transmit Activity
		Receive Activity

Radio module	Modulation Technique	Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DQSPK)
	Frequency Band	2.4 GHz	915 MHz
		Selectable operating frequency	Fixed operating frequency
	Output Power	15 dBm	24.5 dBm
	Receiver Sensitivity	-82 dBm	-80 dBm

Coverage in office environments		2.4 GHz	915 MHz
	Open Environment	200 m (600 ft)	250 m (800 ft)
	Semi-Open Environment	50 m (160 ft)	60 m (200 ft)
	Closed Environment	25 m ( 80 ft)	30 m (100 ft)

DC Characteristics	Voltage relative to GND	+5 V DC	+5 V DC
Variation	Assembly modules	-10 % to +5%	-10 % to +5%
	Encapsulated modules	-4.5% to +5%	-4.5% to +5%
Power Consumption	Sleep	180 mW	180 mW
	Receive	1800 mW	1480 mW
	Transmit	1825 mW	3000 mW
	Average	200 mW	360 mW

Temperature range operating environment
	Assembly modules	10^oC to 55^oC
	Encapsulated modules	10^oC to 45^oC
	Relative humidity	20% to 80% (No condensation allowed)

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OEM Ordering and Information

Organization	Lucent Technologies USA	Lucent Technologies The Netherlands	NCR Japan
Attn:	George Keogh Sales Manager	Gary Mink Business Manager	Tousuke Yoshida Program Manager
	NJC370 1C242 5 Woodhollow Road Parsippany, NJ 07054-2821 USA	WCND BV P.O. Box 755 3430 AT Nieuwegein The Netherlands	Akasaka 1-chome Minato-ku Tokyo 107 Japan
Voice: Fax:	+1 201 581 4156 +1 201 581 4162	+31-30- 6097 666 +31-30- 6097 555	+81 (0)3 5561 - 5454 +81 (0)3 5561 - 8248

Wireless Communications and Networking Division
Product & Bussiness Development OEM

Facsimile: +31-30- 6097 555

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