User Manual

CHAPTER 2
Quick Start
2.1 Board Description
The FreeStar module is a 2.4GHz 802.15.4 data transceiver module based
on the Freescale MC13192 Low Power Transceiver device. It provides
enhanced range performance with a 100mW power amplifier. The module
also contains the Freescale MC9S08GT60CFD microprocessor and an
integrated PCB trace antenna. Power is supplied by the host device through
the interface connection in accordance to the operating voltage requirements
with a nominal operating voltage of +3.3V. Exact details on the interface
connections and messaging are available in the FreeStar Electrical Interface
Control Drawing.
Figure 2-1. Top-Side of RF FreeStar Module
Figure 2-2. Top Side of FreeStar Interface Board
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