SWRU548C February   2019  – September 2021 CC3235MODAS , CC3235MODASF , CC3235MODS , CC3235MODSF

 

  1. 1Introduction
    1. 1.1 CC3235MODSF LaunchPad™
    2. 1.2 LAUNCHCC3235MOD Key Features
    3. 1.3 What's Included
      1. 1.3.1 Kit Contents
      2. 1.3.2 Software Examples
    4. 1.4 REACH Compliance
    5. 1.5 Regulatory Compliance
    6. 1.6 First Steps: Out-of-Box Experience
      1. 1.6.1 Connecting to the Computer
      2. 1.6.2 Running the Out-of-Box Experience
    7. 1.7 Next Steps: Looking into the Provided Code
    8. 1.8 Trademarks
  2. 2Hardware
    1. 2.1 Block Diagram
    2. 2.2 Hardware Features
      1. 2.2.1  Key Benefits
      2. 2.2.2  XDS110-Based Onboard Debug Probe
      3. 2.2.3  Debug Probe Connection: Isolation Jumper Block
      4. 2.2.4  Application (or "Backchannel") UART
      5. 2.2.5  JTAG Headers
      6. 2.2.6  Using the XDS110 Debug Probe with a Different Target
      7. 2.2.7  Power Connections
        1. 2.2.7.1 XDS110 USB Power
        2. 2.2.7.2 BoosterPack Plug-in Module and External Power Supply
      8. 2.2.8  Reset Pullup Jumper
      9. 2.2.9  Clocking
      10. 2.2.10 I2C Connection
        1. 2.2.10.1 Default I2C Addresses
      11. 2.2.11 Sense on Power (SOP)
      12. 2.2.12 Push-Buttons and LED Indicators
    3. 2.3 Electrical Characteristics
    4. 2.4 Antenna Characteristics
    5. 2.5 BoosterPack Plug-in Module Pinout
  3. 3Layout Guidelines
    1. 3.1 LAUNCHCC3235MOD Board Layout
    2. 3.2 General Layout Recommendations
    3. 3.3 RF Layout Recommendations
    4. 3.4 Antenna Placement and Routing
    5. 3.5 Transmission Line Considerations
  4. 4Operational Setup and Testing
    1. 4.1 Measuring the CC3235MOD Current Draw
      1. 4.1.1 Low-Current Measurement with USB Power (<1 mA)
      2. 4.1.2 Active Current Measurements
    2. 4.2 RF Connections
      1. 4.2.1 AP Connection Testing
    3. 4.3 Design Files
      1. 4.3.1 Hardware Design Files
    4. 4.4 Software
  5. 5Development Environment Requirements
    1. 5.1 CCS
    2. 5.2 IAR
  6. 6Additional Resources
    1. 6.1 CC3235MODx Product Page
    2. 6.2 Download CCS or IAR
    3. 6.3 SimpleLink™ Academy for CC3235 SDK
    4. 6.4 TI E2E Support Forums
  7. 7Assembly Drawing and Schematics
    1. 7.1 Assembly Drawing
    2. 7.2 Schematics
      1.      A Manual Information to the End User
        1.       A.1 End User Manual
        2.       A.2 RF Function and Frequency Range
        3.       A.3 FCC and IC Certification and Statement
          1.        A.3.1 FCC
          2.        A.3.2 CAN ICES-3(B) and NMB-3(B) Certification and Statement
          3.        A.3.3 End Product Labeling
          4.        A.3.4 Device Classifications
          5.        A.3.5 FCC Definitions
          6.        A.3.6 Simultaneous Transmission Evaluation
        4.       A.4 EU Certification and Statement
          1.        A.4.1 RF Exposure Information (MPE)
          2.        A.4.2 Simplified DoC Statement
            1.         A.4.2.1 CC3235MODx and CC3235MODAx Modules
            2.         A.4.2.2 LAUNCHCC3235MOD
          3.        A.4.3 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
          4.        A.4.4 OEM and Host Manufacturer Responsibilities
          5.        A.4.5 Antenna Specifications
        5.       A.5 CC3235MODx Approved Antennas
          1.        B Revision History

3.4 Antenna Placement and Routing

The antenna is the element used to convert the guided waves on the PCB traces to the free space electromagnetic radiation. The placement and layout of the antenna are the keys to increased range and data rates. Table 3-1 provides a summary of the recommended antennas to use with the CC3235MODx module.

Table 3-1 Antenna Guidelines
SR NO.GUIDELINES
1Place the antenna on an edge or corner of the PCB.
2Ensure that no signals are routed across the antenna elements on all the layers of the PCB.
3Most antennas, including the chip antenna used on the LaunchPad, require ground clearance on all the layers of the PCB. Ensure that the ground is cleared on inner layers as well.
4Ensure that there is provision to place matching components for the antenna. These must be tuned for best return loss when the complete board is assembled. Any plastics or casing must also be mounted while tuning the antenna because this can impact the impedance.
5Ensure that the antenna impedance is 50 Ω because the module is rated to work only with a 50-Ω system.
6In case of printed antenna, ensure that the simulation is performed with the solder mask in consideration.
7Ensure that the antenna has a near omnidirectional pattern.
8The feed point of the antenna is required to be grounded. This is only for the antenna type used on the CC3235MODx LaunchPad. See the specific antenna data sheets for the recommendations.