Ebyte E32-170T30D User manual

E32-170T30D User Manual
SX1278 170MHz 1W DIP Wireless Module

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CONTENT
1. OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................3
1.1 INT RODUCTION................................................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 FEAT URES.........................................................................................................................................................................................3
2. SPECIFICATION AND PARAMETER .....................................................................................4
2.1 LIMIT PARAMETER..........................................................................................................................................................................4
2.2 OPERATING PARAMETER................................................................................................................................................................4
3 SIZE AND PIN DEFINITION .........................................................................................................5
4 CONNECT TO MCU .......................................................................................................................6
5 FUNCTION DESCRIPTION ..........................................................................................................7
5.1 FIXED TRANSMISSION.....................................................................................................................................................................7
5.2 BROADCAST ING TRANSMISSION ...................................................................................................................................................7
5.6.1 Indication of UART output ...................................................................................................................................................8
5.6.2 Indication of wireless transmitting .....................................................................................................................................9
5.6.3 Configuration procedure of module ....................................................................................................................................9
5.6.4 Notes for AUX ...................................................................................................................................................................... 10
6 OPERATING MODE.................................................................................................................... 10
6.1 MODE SWITCH....................................................................................................................................................................... 10
6.2 NORMAL MODE (MODE 0) .................................................................................................................................................... 11
6.3 WAKE-UP MODE (MODE 1).......................................................................................................................................................... 12
6.4 POWER-SAVING MODE (MODE 2)................................................................................................................................................ 12
6.5 SLEEP MODE (MODE 3) ................................................................................................................................................................ 12
7 COMMAND FORMAT................................................................................................................. 13
7.1 DEFAULT PARAMETERS................................................................................................................................................................ 13
7.2 READING OPERATING PARAMETERS........................................................................................................................................... 13
7.3 READING VERSION NUMBER....................................................................................................................................................... 13
7.4 RE SET COMMAND......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
7.5 PARAMETER SETTING COMMAND.............................................................................................................................................. 14
8. HARDWARE DESIGN................................................................................................................ 16
9 FAQ................................................................................................................................................. 17

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9.1 COMMUNICATION RANGE IS TOO SHORT ................................................................................................................................... 17
9.2 MODULE IS EASY TO DAMAGE.................................................................................................................................................... 17
9.3 BER(BIT ERROR RAT E) IS HIGH................................................................................................................................................. 18
10 PRODUCTION GUIDANCE ..................................................................................................... 18
11 E32 SERIES.................................................................................................................................. 18
12 ANTENNA RECOMMENDATION........................................................................................... 19
13 PACKAGE FOR BATCH ORDER ............................................................................................ 19
REVISION HISTORY...................................................................................................................... 20
ABOUT US ........................................................................................................................................ 20

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1. Overview
1.1 Introduction
E32-170T30D is a wireless serial port module
(UART) based on SEMTECH's SX1278 RF chip. LoRa
spread spectrum technology, TTL level output,
compatible with 3.3V and 5V （reco mmendation
4.75-5.5 V ）,It has a great penetration ability. The
correcting ability on the software can be largely
increased at against disturbing.
SX1278 features LoRa ™, also it can bring longer communication distance, and has the advantages of concentrated
power density, meanwhile it has a very strong confidentiality. The modules of 30dBm trans mitting power are embedded
with power amp lifier (PA) and low noise amp lifie r (LNA), wh ich enhances the stability and longer co mmunicat ion range;
the modules of 30dBm transmitting power adopt industrial grade crystal oscillators to ensure the stability and consistency,
its precision is lower than the widely adopted 10ppm. It is in stable bulk production and are widely applied in utility
meters, IoT renovation, smart ho me, etc. The modules feature data encryption and compression. The data transmitted in
air features randomness. The encryption-decryption algorithm makes data interception meaningless. And the data
compression enables shorter transmitting time and lower rate of be ing interfered, which increased the reliab ility and
transmitting efficiency.
E32-170T30D strictly fo llows design standards of FCC, CE, CCC and meets various RF certification requirements
for exporting.
1.2 Features
Communication distance tested is up to 8km
Maximum transmission power of 1W, software multi-level adjustable；
Support the global license-free ISM 170MHz band；
Support air date rate of 0.3kbps ～9.6kbps；
Support new generation LoRa technology ；
Low power consumption for battery supplied applications ；
Support 3.3V~5.2V power supply, power supply over 5.0 V can guarantee the best performance；
Industrial grade standard design, support -40 ~ 85 °C for working over a long time；
SMA optional, good for secondary development and integration.
1.3 Application
Home security alarm and remote keyless entry；
Smart home and industrial sensors；

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Wireless alarm security system；
Building automation solutions ；
Wireless industrial-grade remote control；
Health care products；
Advanced Meter Reading Architecture(AMI)；
Automotive industry applications.
2. Specification and parameter
2.1 Limit parameter
Main parameter
Performance
Notes
Min.
Max.
Power supply（V）
0
5.2
Voltage over 5.2V will cause permanent
damage to module
Blocking power（dBm）
-
-10
Chances of burn is slim when modules
are used in short distance
Operating temperature（℃）
-40
85
-
2.2 Operating parameter
Main parameter
performance
Notes
Min
Typ.
Max.
Operating voltage（V）
3.3
5.0
5.2
≥5.0 V ensures output power
Communication level（V）
-
3.3
-
For 5V TTL, it may be at risk of
burning down
Operating temperature（℃）
-40
-
85
Industrial design
Operating frequency（MHz）
160
-
173
Support ISM band
Power
consumptio
n
Transmitting current [mA]
-
680
-
Instant powerconsumption
Receiving current [mA]
-
22
-
-
Turn-off current [μA]
-
5
-
Software is shut down
Max Tx power（dBm）
29.3
-
30.5
-
Receiving sensitivity（dBm）
-145
-147
-148
Air data rate is 2.4kbps
Air data rate（bps）
0.3k
2.4k
9.6k
Controlled via user’s
programming
Main parameter
Description
Notes
Distance for reference
8000m
Test condition：clear and open area, antenna gain: 5dBi，

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antenna height: 2.5m，air data rate: 2.4kbps
TX length
58 Byte
Maximum capacity of single package
Buffer
512 Byte
Modulation
LoRa™
Communication interface
TTL
@3.3V
Package
DIP
Connector
2.54mm
Size
24* 43mm
Antenna
SMA-K
50 ohm impedance
3 Size and pin definition

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No.
Name
Direction
Function
1
M0
Input
（Weak pull-up）
Work with M 1 to decide 4 working modes of module (not suspended, if
not used, could be grounded).
2
M1
Input
（weak pull-up）
Work with M 0 to decide 4 working modes of module (not suspended, if
not used, could be grounded).
3
RXD
Input
TTL UART inputs, connects to external (MCU, PC) TXD output pin. Can
be configured as open-drain or pull-up input.
4
TXD
Output
TTL UART outputs, connects to external RXD (M CU, PC) input pin. Can
be configured as open-drain or push-pull output
5
AUX
Output
To indicate module ’ s working status & wakes up the external M CU.
During the procedure of self-check initialization, the pin outputs low
level. Can be configured as push-pull output (suspending is allowed).
6
VCC
Input
Power supply ：2.3~ 5.2V DC
7
GND
Input
Ground
8
Fixed orifice
-
Fixed orifice
9
Fixed orifice
-
Fixed orifice
10
Fixed orifice
-
Fixed orifice
4 Connect to MCU
No.
Description（S TM8L MCU）
1
The UART module is TTL level.
2
For some M CU works at 5VDC, it may need to add 4-10K pull-up resistor for the TXD & AUX pin.

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5 Function description
5.1 Fixed transmission
5.2 Broadcasting transmission
5.3 Broadcasting address
For example: Set the address of module A as 0xFFFF or 0x0000, and the channel as 0x04;

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When module is the transmitter (transparent transmission), all modules under channel 0x04 will receive the data, the
purpose of broadcast is realized.
5.4 Monitor address
For example: Set the address of module A as 0xFFFF or 0x0000, and the channel as 0x04;
When module A is the receiver, it can receive the data sent from all modules under channel 0x04, the purpose of
monitor is realized.
5.5 Reset
When the module is powered, AUX outputs low level immediately, conducts hardware self-check and sets the
operating mode based on user’s parameters. During the process, the AUX remains low level. After the process
completed, the AUX outputs high level and starts to work as per the operating mode combined by M1 and M0.
Therefore, users need to wait the AUX rising edge as the start of module’s normal work.
5.6 AUX description
AUX Pin can be used as indication for wireless send & receive buffer and self-check.
It can indicate whether there are data that are not sent yet via wireless way, or whether all wireless data has been
sent through UART, or whether the module is still in the process of self-check initialization.
5.6.1 Indication of UART output
To wake up external MCU

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5.6.2 Indication of wireless transmitting
Buffer (empty): the internal 512 bytes data in the buffer are written to the RFIC (Auto sub-packaging).
When AUX=1, the user can input data less than 512 bytes continuously without overflow. Buffer (not empty): when
AUX=0, the internal 512 bytes data in the buffer have not been written to the RFIC co mp letely. If the user starts to
transmit data at this circu mstance, it may cause overtime when the module is waiting for the user data, or
transmitting wireless sub package.
When AUX = 1, it does not mean that all the UART data of the module have been transmitted already, perhaps the
last packet of data is still in transmission.
5.6.3 Configuration procedure of module
Only happened when power-on resetting or exiting sleep mode

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5.6.4 Notes for AUX
No.
Description
1
For function 1 & function 2 mentioned above, the priority should be given to the one with low level output,
which means if it meets each of any low level output condition, AUX outputs low level, if none of the low
level condition is met, AUX outputs high level.
2
When AUX outputs low level, it means the module is busy & cannot conduct operating mode checking.
Within 1ms since AUX outputs high level, the mode switch will be completed.
3
After switching to new operating mode, it will not work in the new mode immed iately until AUX rising edge
lasts for 2ms . If AUX stays on the high level, the operating mode switch can be affected immediately.
4
When the user switches to other operating modes from mode 3 (sleep mode) or it ’s still in reset process, the
mo dule will reset user parameters, during which AUX outputs low level.
6 Operating mode
There are four operating modes, which are set by M1 and M0, the details are as follows:
Mode（0-3）
M0
M1
Mode introduction
Remark
0 Normal
0
1
UART and wireless channel are open, transparent
transmission is on
The receiver must work in
mode 0 or mode 1
1 Wake up
1
0
UART and wireless channel are open, the only
difference with mode 0 is that before transmitting data,
increasing the wake up code automatically, so that it can
awake the receiver under mode 3.
The receiver could be 0,1 or 2
2 Power
saving
0
1
UART close, wireless is under air-awaken mode, after
receiving data, UART open and send data.
transmitter must be mode 1,
unable to transmit in this mode.
3 Sleep
1
1
sleep mode, receiving parameter setting command is
available.
more details on parameter
specification.
6.1Mode switch
The user can decide the operating mode by the co mb ination of M1 and M0. The two GPIO of MCU can be used to
switch mode. After modifying M1 or M0, it will start to work in new mode 1ms later if the module is free. If there
are any serial data that are yet to finish wireless transmitting, it will start to work in new mode after the UART
transmitting finished. After the module rece ives the wireless data & t ransmits the data through serial port, it will
start to work in new mode after the transmitting finished. Therefore, the mode -switch is only valid when AUX
outputs 1, otherwise it will delay.
For example, in mode 0 or mode 1, if the user inputs massive data consecutively and switches operating mode at the
same time, the mode-switch operation is invalid. New mode checking can only be started after all the user’s data
process completed. It is recommended to check AUX p in out status an d wait 2ms after A UX outputs high level
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If the module switches from other modes to stand -by mode, it will work in stand-by mode only after all the
remained data process completed. The feature can be used to save power consumption . For example, when the
transmitter works in mode 0, after the external M CU transmits data “12345”, it can switch to sleep mode
immed iately without waiting the rising edge of the AUX pin, also the user’s main MCU will go dormancy
immed iately. Then the module will transmit a ll the data through wireless transmission & go dormancy 1ms later
automatically, which reduces MCU working time & save power.
Likewise, this feature can be used in any mode-switch. The module will start to work in new mode within 1ms after
completing present mode task, which enables the user to omit the procedure of AUX inquiry and switch mode
swiftly. For e xamp le, when switching from transmitting mode to receiving mode, the user MCU can go dormancy
before mode-switch, using external interrupt function to get AUX change so that the mode-switch can be realized.
This operation is very fle xib le and efficient. It is totally designed on the basis of the user MCU ’s convenience, at the
same time the work load and power consumption of the whole sys tem have been reduced and the efficiency of
whole system is largely improved.
6.2 Normal mode (mode 0)
When M1 = 0 & M0 = 0, module works in mode 0
Transmitti
ng
The module can receive the user data via serial port, and transmit wireless data package of 58 bytes. When the data
inputted by user is up to 58 byte, the module will start wireless transmission. During which the user can input data
continuously for transmission.
When the required transmission bytes are less than 58 bytes, the module will wait 3-byte time and treat it as data
termination unless continuous data inputted by user. Then the module will transmit all the data through wireless
channel.
When the module receives the first data packet from user, the AUX outputs low level.
After all the data are transmitted into RF chip and transmission start , AUX outputs high level.
At this time, it means that the last wireless data package transmission is started, which enables the user to input
another 512 bytes continuously. The data package transmitted from the module working in mode 0 can only be
received by the module working in mode 0 or 1.
Receiving
The wireless receiving function of the module is on, the data packet transmitted from the module working in mode 0
& mode 1 can be received.
After the data packet is received, the AUX outputs low level, 5ms later the module starts to transmit wireless data
through serial port TXD pin.
After all the wireless data have been transmitted via serial port, the AUX outputs high level.

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6.3 Wake-up mode (mode 1)
When M1 = 0 & M0 = 1, module works in mode 1
Transmitting
The condition of data packet transmission & AUX function is the same as mode 0. The only difference is that
the module will add preamble code before each data packet automatically. The preamble code length depends
on the wake-up time set in the user parameters. The purpose of the preamble code is waking up the receiving
module works in mode 2. Therefore, the data package transmitted from mode 1 can be received by mode 0,
mode1 and mode 2.
Receiving
The same as that in mode 0.
6.4 Power-saving mode (mode 2)
When M1 = 1 & M0 = 0, module works in mode 2
Transmitting
UART is closed, the module cannot receive any serial port data from outside M CU.
Hence the function of wireless transmission is not available for the module working in this mode.
Receiving
In mode 2, it is required the data transmitter works in mode 1.
The wireless module monitors the preamble code at regular time.
Once it gets the preamble code, it will remain as receiving status and waiting for the completion of receiving the
entire valid data package.
Then the AUX outputs low level, 5ms later the serial port is open to transmit received wireless data through
TXD. Finally, AUX outputs high level after process completed.
The wireless module stays in “power-saving – monitoring” working status (polling).
By setting different wake-up time, the module will have different receiving response delay (2s in maximum) and
average power consumption (30uA in minimum).
The user needs to achieve a balance between communication delay time & average power consumption.
6.5 Sleep mode (mode 3)
When M1=1, M0=1, module works in mode 3
Transmitting
N/A
Receiving
N/A
Parameter
setting
This mode can be used for parameter setting. It uses serial port 9600 & 8N1 to set module working parameters
through specific instruction format. (pls refer to parameters setting for details)
Notes
When the mode changes from stand-by mode to others, the module will reset its parameters, during which the
AUX keeps low level and then outputs high level after reset completed. It is recommended to check the AUX
rising edge for user.

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7 Command format
In sleep mode（Mode 3：M1=1, M0=1）, it supports below instructions on list.
(Only support 9600 and 8N1 format when setting)
No.
Instruction
format
Illustration
1
C0+working
parameters
C0 + 5 bytes working parameters are sent in hexadecimal format. 6 bytes in total and
must be sent in succession, ( Save the parameters when power-down ).
2
C1+C1+C1
( Save the parameters when power-down )
3
C2+working
parameters
Three C1 are sent in hexadecimal format. The module returns the saved parameters and
must be sent in succession.
4
C3+C3+C3
C2 + 5 bytes working parameters are sent in hexadecimal format. 6 bytes in total and
must be sent in succession. ( Do not save the parameters when power-down )
5
C4+C4+C4
Three C3 are sent in hexadecimal format. The module returns the version information
and they must be sent in succession.
7.1 Default parameters
Default parameter values：：C0 00 00 1A 17 44
Model
Frequency
Address
Channel
Air data rate
Baud rate
Parity
Transmitting
power
E32-170T30D
170MHz
0x0000
0x28
2.4kbps
9600
8N1
1W
7.2 Reading operating parameters
Instruction format
Description
C1+C1+C1
In sleep mode（M 0=1，M 1=1），
User gives the module instruction (HEX format): C1 C1 C1,
Module returns the present configuration parameters.
For example, C0 00 00 1A 17 44.
7.3 Reading version number
Instruction format
Description
C3+C3+C3
In sleep mode（M 0=1，M 1=1）,User gives the module instruction (HEX format): C3 C3 C3,Module
returns its present version number, for example C3 32 xx yy. the second bytes means frequency. 32
here means the frequency is 433M HZ, 38 means frequency is 470MHz, 45 means frequency is;
868MHz, 44 means the frequency is 915 MHz, 46 means the frequency is 170MHz; xx is the version
number and yy refers to the other module features.

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7.4 Reset command
Instruction format
Description
C4+C4+C4
In sleep mode（M 0=1，M 1=1）,
User gives the module instruction (HEX format): C4 C4 C4, the module resets for one time. During
the reset process, the module will conduct self-check, AUX outputs low level. After reset completing,
the AUX outputs high level, then the module starts to work regularly which the working mode can be
switched or be given another instruction.
7.5 Parameter setting command
No
.
Item
Description
Remark
0
HEAD
Fix 0xC0 or 0xC2, it means this frame data is control command
Must be 0xC0 or 0xC2
C0: Save the parameters when power-down
C2: Do not save the parameters when power-down
1
ADDH
High address byte of module
（the default 00H）
00H-FFH
2
ADDL
Low address byte of module
（the default 00H）
00H-FFH
3
SPED
7
6
UART parity bit
UART mode can be different between
communication parties
0
0
8N1 (default)
0
1
8O1
1
0
8 E1
1
1
8N1 (equal to 00)
5
4
3
TTL UART baud rate（bps）
UART baud rate can be different between
communication parties
The UART baud rate has nothing to do with
wireless transmission parameters & won’t
affect the wireless transmit / receive features.
0
0
0
1200
0
0
1
2400
0
1
0
4800
0
1
1
9600 (default)
1
0
0
19200
1
0
1
38400
1
1
0
57600
1
1
1
115200
2
1
0
Air data rate（bps）
The lower the air data rate, the longer the
transmitting distance, better anti-interference
0
0
0
0.3k

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0
0
1
1.2k
performance and longer transmitting time
The air data rate must keep the same for both
communication parties.
0
1
0
2.4k (default)
0
1
1
4.8k
1
0
0
9.6k
1
0
1
19.2k
1
1
0
19.2k (same to101)
1
1
1
19.2k (same to101)
General Specifications
Except for E32 (400T20S)
4
CHAN
7
6
5
reserved
Write 0
Communication channel
00H-36H, correspond to 160~173.5MHz
5 ~ 0, channel (160MHz+CHAN * 250KHz), default 28H
(170MHz)
5
OPTIO
N
7
Fixed transmission enabling bit（similar to
MODBUS）
In fixed transmission mode, the first three
bytes of each user's data frame can be used as
high/low address and channel. The module
changes its address and channel when
transmit. And it will revert to original setting
after complete the process.
0
Transparent transmission mode
1
Fixed transmission mode
6
IO drive mode (default 1)
This bit is used to the module internal pull-up
resistor. It also increases the level’s
adaptability in case of open drain. But in
some cases, it may need external pull-up
resistor.
1
TXD and AUX push-pull outputs, RXD pull-up inputs
0
TXD、AUX open-collector outputs, RXD
open-collector inputs
5
4
3
wireless wake-up time
The transmit & receive module work in mode
0, whose delay time is invalid & can be
arbitrary value.
The transmitter works in mode 1 can transmit
the preamble code of the corresponding time
continuously.
When the receiver works in mode 2, the time
means the monitor interval time (wireless
wake-up). Only the data from transmitter that
works in mode 1 can be received.
0
0
0
250ms (default)
0
0
1
500ms
0
1
0
750ms
0
1
1
1000ms
1
0
0
1250ms
1
0
1
1500ms
1
1
0
1750ms
1
1
1
2000ms
2
FEC switch
After turn off FEC, the actual data
transmission rate increases while
0
Turn off FEC

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1
Turn on FEC (default)
anti-interference ability decreases. Also the
transmission distance is relatively short.
Both communication parties must keep on
the same pages about turn-on or turn-off
FEC.
1
0
Transmission power (approximation)
The external power must make sure the ability
of current output more than 1A and ensure the
power supply ripple within 100mV.
Low power transmission is not recommended
due to its low power supply efficiency.
1
0
Transmission power (approximation)
0
0
30dBm(default)
0
0
27dBm
0
1
24dBm
1
0
21dBm
For example: The meaning of No.3 "S PED" byte:
The binary bit of the byte
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Configures by user
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
0
Meaning
UART parity bit 8N1
UART baud rate is 9600
Air data rate is 2.4k
Corresponding hexadecimal
1
A
8. Hardware design
It is reco mmended to use a DC stabilized power supply. The power supply ripple factor is as s mall as possible, and
the module needs to be reliably grounded.；
Please pay attention to the correct connection of the positive and negative poles of the power supply. Reverse
connection may cause permanent damage to the module；
Please check the power supply to ensure it is within the reco mmended voltage otherwise when it exceeds the
maximu m value the module will be permanently damaged ；
Please check the stability of the power supply, the voltage can not be fluctuated frequently ；
When designing the power supply circuit for the module, it is often recommended to reserve more than 30% of the
margin, so the whole machine is beneficial for long-term stable operation.；
The module should be as far away as possible from the power supply, transformers, high-frequency wiring and other
parts with large electromagnetic interference.；
High-frequency digital routing, high-frequency analog routing, and power routing must be avoided under the
module. If it is necessary to pass through the module, assume that the module is soldered to the Top Layer, and the
copper is spread on the Top Layer of the module contact part(well grounded), it must be close to the digital part of
the module and routed in the Bottom Layer；

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Assuming the module is soldered or placed over the Top Layer, it is wrong to randomly route over the Bottom Layer
or other layers, which will affect the module's spurs and receiving sensitivity to varying degrees ；
It is assumed that there are devices with large electromagnetic interference around the module that will greatly
affect the performance. It is reco mmended to keep them away fro m the module according to the strength of the
interference. If necessary, appropriate isolation and shielding can be done ；
Assume that there are traces with large electromagnetic interference (high-frequency digital, h igh-frequency analog,
power traces) around the module that will greatly affect the performance of the module. It is reco mmended to stay
away from the module according to the strength of the interference. If necessary, appropriate isolation and shielding
can be done.
If the co mmunicat ion line uses a 5V leve l, a 1k-5.1k resistor must be connected in series (not recommended, there is
still a risk of damage)；
Try to stay away from some physical layers such as TTL protocol at 2.4GHz , for example: USB3.0；
The mounting structure of antenna has a great influence on the performance of the module. It is necessary to ensure
that the antenna is exposed, preferably vertically upward. When the module is mounted inside the case, use a good
antenna extension cable to extend the antenna to the outside；
The antenna must not be installed inside the metal case, which will cause the transmission distance to be greatly
weakened.
9 FAQ
9.1 Communication range is too short
The communication distance will be affected when obstacle exists.
Data lose rate will be affected by temperature, humidity and co-channel interference.
The ground will absorb and reflect wireless radio wave, so the performance will be poor when testing near ground.
Sea water has great ability in absorbing wireless radio wave, so performance will be poor when testing near the sea.
The signal will be affected when the antenna is near metal object or put in a metal case.
Power register was set incorrectly, air data rate is set as too high (the higher the air data rate, the shorter the
distance).
The power supply low voltage under room temperature is lower than 2.5V, the lower the voltage, the lower the
transmitting power.
Due to antenna quality or poor matching between antenna and module.
9.2 Module is easy to damage
Please check the power supply source, ensure it is 2.0V~3.6V, voltage higher than 3.6V will damage the module.
Please check the stability of power source, the voltage cannot fluctua te too much.
Please make sure antistatic measure are taken when installing and using, high frequency devices have electrostatic
susceptibility.
Please ensure the humidity is within limited range, some parts are sensitive to humidity.

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Please avoid using modules under too high or too low temperature.
9.3 BER(Bit Error Rate) is high
There are co-channel signal interference nearby, please be away from interference sources or modify frequency and
channel to avoid interference;
Poor power supply may cause messy code. Make sure that the power supply is reliable.
The extension line and feeder quality are poor or too long, so the bit error rate is high;
10 Production guidance
This type is full-sized module, when the welder welds the module, he must be welding according to the anti-static
regulation. This product is allergic to static, randomly welding the module will have the chance of damaging it
permanently.
11 E32 series
Model No.
Core IC
Frequency
Hz
Tx power
dBm
Distance
km
Air Data Rate
Package
Size
mm
Interface
E32-868T20S
SX1276
868M
20
3
0.3k~19.2k
SMD
16 * 26
UART
E32-915T20S
SX1276
915M
20
3
0.3k~19.2k
SMD
16 * 26
UART
E32-400T20S
SX1278
433M 470M
20
3
0.3k~19.2k
SMD
16 * 26
UART
E32-915T30S
SX1276
915M
30
8
0.3k~19.2k
SMD
25 *
40.3
UART
E32-868T30S
SX1276
868M
30
8
0.3k~19.2k
SMD
25 *
40.3
UART
E32-433T30S
SX1278
433M
30
8
0.3k~19.2k
SMD
25 *
40.3
UART
E32-433T20S2T
SX1278
433M
20
3
0.3k~19.2k
SMD
17 * 30
UART
E32-868T30D
SX1276
868M
30
8
0.3~19.2k
DIP
24 * 43
SMA-K
E32-915T30D
SX1276
915M
30
8
0.3~19.2k
DIP
24 * 43
SMA-K
E32-170T30D
SX1278
170M
30
8
0.3k~9.6k
DIP
24 * 43
SMA-K
E32-868T20D
SX1276
868M
20
3
0.3~19.2k
DIP
21 * 36
SMA-K
E32-915T20D
SX1276
915M
20
3
0.3~19.2k
DIP
21 * 36
SMA-K
E32- 433T20DC
SX1278
433M
20
3
0.3k~19.2k
DIP
21 * 36
SMA-K
E32- 433T30D
SX1278
433M
30
8
0.3k~19.2k
DIP
24 * 43
SMA-K
E32-433T27D
SX1278
433M
27
5
0.3k~19.2k
DIP
24 * 43
SMA-K
E32-433T20S1
SX1278
433M
20
3
0.3k~19.2k
SND
17 *
25.5
SMA-K

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12 Antenna recommendation
The antenna is an important role in the communication process. A good antenna can largely imp rove the
communicat ion system. Therefore, we reco mmend some antennas for wireless modules with excellent performance and
reasonable price.
Model No.
Type
Frequency
Hz
Interfa
ce
Gain
dBi
Height
Cable
Function feature
TX170-XP-200
Sucker antenna
170M
SMA-J
4
-
200cm-
Sucker antenna, High gain
TX170-JK-20
Rubber antenna
170M
SMA-J
3
-
-
Flexible &omnidirectional
TX170-JK-11
Rubber antenna
170M
SMA-J
2.5
-
-
Flexible &omnidirectional
13 Packagefor batch order