Skyetek SkyeModule Nova User manual

SKYEMODULE NOVA USER GUIDE
VERSION 06/09/2017

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................................................. 7
1.1 GETTING STARTED ..............................................................................................................................................7
1.2 WHY A SKYETEK MODULE? ..................................................................................................................................7
1.3 ADDITIONAL READING .........................................................................................................................................8
1.4 REVISION HISTORY ..............................................................................................................................................8
2DEFINITION OF TERMS ................................................................................................................................... 8
3ORDERING INFORMATION .............................................................................................................................9
3.1 NOVA STANDARD PART NUMBERS .........................................................................................................................9
3.2 HOW TO BUY.....................................................................................................................................................9
4SKYEMODULE NOVA OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................. 10
4.1 D ESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................................................................10
4.2 BLOCK DIAGRAM ..............................................................................................................................................10
4.3 FEATURES........................................................................................................................................................11
4.4 APPLICATIONS..................................................................................................................................................11
4.5 AGENCY APPROVALS .........................................................................................................................................12
5MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................... 12
5.1 CONNECTOR DESCRIPTIONS ................................................................................................................................13
5.2 HOST INTERFACE CONNECTOR PIN MAPPING .........................................................................................................13
5.3 USING THE GPIO PINS ......................................................................................................................................14
6ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................ 15
6.1 ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS .............................................................................................................................15
6.2 ABSOLUTE MAXIMUM RATINGS...........................................................................................................................16
7ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................. 16
7.1 ELECTROSTATIC PRECAUTIONS.............................................................................................................................16
7.2 GENERAL RATINGS AND OPERATING CONDITIONS ...................................................................................................16
8SYSTEM PERFORMANCE............................................................................................................................... 17
8.1 SYSTEM RANGE ................................................................................................................................................17
9REGULATORY APPROVALS AND MODULE INTEGRATION GUIDELINES.......................................................... 17
9.1 AGENCY APPROVALS .........................................................................................................................................17
9.2 FCC/IC GUIDELINES (ENGLISH)...........................................................................................................................17
9.3 FCC/IC GUIDELINES (FRANÇAIS) .........................................................................................................................20
9.4 EU GUIDELINES................................................................................................................................................23
10 HOST INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................ 24
10.1 USB 2.0.........................................................................................................................................................25

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10.2 TTL SERIAL......................................................................................................................................................26
10.3 SPI ................................................................................................................................................................28
10.4 I2C.................................................................................................................................................................31
11 SKYEMODULE NOVA ANTENNA OPTIONS................................................................................................. 33
12 COMMUNICATING WITH THE MODULE .................................................................................................... 34
12.1 HOST COMMUNICATION (SKYETEK PROTOCOL V3)..................................................................................................34
12.2 REQUEST FORMATS...........................................................................................................................................34
12.3 RESPONSE FORMATS .........................................................................................................................................35
13 SYSTEM PARAMETERS .............................................................................................................................. 36
13.1 S YSTEM P ARAMETER S UMMARY ..................................................................................................................36
13.2 CHANGING SYSTEM PARAMETERS ........................................................................................................................37
13.3 SYSTEM PARAMETER DETAILS..............................................................................................................................37
14 SPECIAL FEATURES .................................................................................................................................. 46
14.1 SLEEP MODES ..................................................................................................................................................46
14.2 FEATURE REQUESTS ..........................................................................................................................................46

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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 3-1: SkyeTek Part Number Format .....................................................................................................................9
Figure 4-1: SM-NV........................................................................................................................................................10
Figure 4-2: SkyeModule Nova Block Diagram..............................................................................................................11
Figure 5-1: SM-NV Mechanical Drawing......................................................................................................................12
Figure 5-2: Host Interface Connector Pin Numbering .................................................................................................14
Figure 8-1: Range Measurements................................................................................................................................17
Figure 10-1: USB Connection Diagram ........................................................................................................................25
Figure 10-2: Serial Connection Diagram ......................................................................................................................26
Figure 10-3: TTL Serial Timing Diagram .......................................................................................................................27
Figure 10-4: SPI Simplified Connection Diagram .........................................................................................................28
Figure 10-5: SPI Request Setup and Sample Timing ....................................................................................................29
Figure 10-6: SPI Request Timing ..................................................................................................................................29
Figure 10-7: SPI Response Timing................................................................................................................................30
Figure 10-8: I2C Connection Diagram...........................................................................................................................31
Figure 10-9: I2C Timing Diagram ..................................................................................................................................33

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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1-1: Revision History ............................................................................................................................................8
Table 3-1: Nova Standard Part Numbers .......................................................................................................................9
Table 3-2: Part Number Details .....................................................................................................................................9
Table 5-1: SkyeModule Nova Connector Recommendations ......................................................................................13
Table 6-1: SkyeModule Nova Electrical Specifications ................................................................................................15
Table 6-2: Absolute Maximum Ratings........................................................................................................................16
Table 7-1: Environmental Ratings/Operating Conditions............................................................................................16
Table 12-1: Request Format (bytes), ASCII Mode........................................................................................................34
Table 12-2: Request Format (bytes), Binary Mode......................................................................................................34
Table 12-3: Response Format (bytes), Binary Mode ...................................................................................................35
Table 13-1: SkyeModule Nova System Parameters.....................................................................................................36
Table 13-2: Common Power Values.............................................................................................................................41
Table 13-3: Commonly Used Frequencies ...................................................................................................................43
Table 13-4: Common Modulation Depth Values .........................................................................................................44
Table 13-5: Regulatory Mode Values...........................................................................................................................44

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1Introduction
1.1 Getting Started
Operating your SkyeModule Nova begins with finding a method to connect to a host. The SkyeModule itself does
not operate without direction (commands) from a host. The host can be in the form of a PC or, more typically, an
embedded microcontroller. This document explains the physical and electrical characteristics of the module, so
you can understand how to integrate the Nova into a finished product.
For initial demonstration of the module, SkyeWare v4 software is available on the media that came with the
developer/evaluation kit or available for download at support.skyetek.com. Open this software on your windows
PC and it will be recognized when you connect through USB or RS232 (with developer kit interface board). The
software demonstrates features like selecting tags, reading and writing. It also has a powerful command builder
that lets you format, send and receive any command to and from the reader. More about SkyeWare can be found
in the SkyeWare User Guide. See the Additional Reading section below.
The next step after demonstrating the module’s functionality is developing your own communication with the
module. This can be achieved with simple code on a microcontroller or using the SkyeTek API on a PC. Once
connected to a host through one of the four host interfaces, the reader to host communication is formatted with a
full featured protocol called SkyeTek Protocol v3. In order to make learning commands and formatting easy, we
have developed a series of application notes with examples to get you started. The application notes start with
basic tag and reader commands and become very detailed for tags with special features. Read more about the
protocol and commands in section 12, Communicating with the Module and then move on to the Additional
Reading in section 1.3.
1.2 Why a SkyeTek Module?
Many customers may wonder, “What value does a module add over an RFID transceiver chip?”
RFID transceiver chips may seem simple, but they actually require significant engineering time and capital
investment to integrate. Transceiver chips contain up to 50 registers for configuration and functionality. In
addition, communicating over air protocols such as ISO18000-6C is complex, described in nearly 150 pages of
cryptic procedures. For example, just selecting a tag requires a minimum of 6 and up to 100 over air interactions
with multiple tags present. SkyeTek has also optimized the complex RF chain to give the best performance and
efficiency possible. SkyeTek modules mask the complexities of RFID from the user and pack functionality into
just a few commands.
SkyeTek’s core set of commands allow the user to read and write to tags with a single command, regardless of the
tag type. The module is also field upgradable, so you can use the latest security algorithms and tag features as they
are released. Power regulation and filtering for the radio are handled in the Nova, so you can supply voltage
directly from an unregulated source like a battery. Finally, the Nova will be modularly approved by the FCC and CE,
so you can bypass expensive radio testing at a certified test lab and avoid potential schedule delays due to failures.
Using a SkyeTek module will greatly reduce time to market and upfront development costs. Allow SkyeTek to
take the burden of developing an RF system so you can focus your energy on your core products.

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1.3 Additional Reading
SkyeTek Protocol v3 Reader Commands –Application note with descriptions and examples of the reader
commands: read/write system, read/write default system, load defaults, and reset.
1.4 Revision History
Revision
Author
Change
031014
Josh Peifer
Initial draft.
Rev 1.0
Mark Matlin
Initial Release
Rev 1.1
Mark Matlin
Added Regulatory Section
Rev 1.2
Mark Matlin
Incorporated TCB changes
Rev 1.3
Mark Matlin
Updated recommended antennas for reverse polarity
Rev 1.4
Mark Matlin
Updated MPE distance to 23cm for IC
Rev 1.4.1
Steve Schneiter
Updated Address information
06082017
Eric S. Harden
Added RED Declaration of Conformance, updated JADAK information
Table 1-1: Revision History
2Definition of Terms
3DES
Triple Data Encryption Standard
AES
Advanced Encryption Standard
API
Application Programming Interface
DES
Data Encryption Standard
GPIO
General Purpose Input/Output
HID
Human Interface Device
I2C
Inter-integrated Circuit
LSB
Least Significant Bit
MSB
Most Significant Bit
NC
No Connect
RoHS
Reduction of Hazardous Substances
SPI
Serial Peripheral Interface
SSEL
Slave Select
STP V3
SkyeTek Protocol Version 3
TTL
Transistor-transistor Logic

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3Ordering Information
3.1 Nova Standard Part Numbers
Part Number
Host Interface
Baud Rate
Description
SM-NV-00
USB (HID)
12Mbps
Mini PCI express connector
Table 3-1: Nova Standard Part Numbers
The Nova part number is constructed according to the SkyeTek part number specification below:
PF-PT-BT-OPTS
Product Family
Product Type
Build Type
Options
Figure 3-1: SkyeTek Part Number Format
Code
Options
Description
Product Family
SM = SkyeModule
Highest level product family code.
Product Type
NV = NOVA
Specifies the specific part type.
Build Type
Specifies hardware form factor.
Options
Blank = Standard
This field is left for special customer part numbers or standard
variations such I2C for I2C as the default host interface. Consult
the SkyeTek sales team for custom orders.
Table 3-2: Part Number Details
3.2 How to Buy
SkyeTek products are available through a worldwide distribution network including Digikey, Mouser and Atlas
RFID. Products are also available directly from JADAK.

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4SkyeModule Nova Overview
4.1 Description
The SkyeModule™ Nova marks the next generation of SkyeTek UHF reader modules. The Nova is an ultra-
small, 2 port, 500mW EPC Class 1 Gen 2 reader/writer module. A cutting edge ARM Cortex microcontroller,
latest UHF transceiver technology and cutting edge adaptive antenna tuning coupled with the reader's
intelligent operating system make this module the most powerful and feature rich UHF reader module of its
size. Manufactured in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485, quality is a top priority for all SkyeTek
modules.
Figure 4-1: SM-NV
4.2 Block Diagram

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Antenna
Tuner
Power
Regulation IN OUT
ISOL
CPLD
ARM CORTEX M0 MICRO
ANT A
PCIe Connector
USB
SPI_0
UART
12C
GPIO(4)
ANT B
RF
Synthesizer
LO I
LO Q
Power
Divider
RX
Detector
and
Framing
Logic
MCU Interface
Clock
Logic
TX
Framing
TX
Modulator
Baseband Filter
TX RF ANT SEL
RX RF
AS3993
Radio IC Drivers
Skye OS
Protocol Parser
Tag Commands
Crypto
Libraries
ISO
Protocol
Libraries
Tag
Feature
Libraries
RF PA
Interface Drivers
TX
TX
Radio Control
Drivers
Vin
RF RF BPF Coupler
Figure 4-2: SkyeModule Nova Block Diagram
4.3 Features
Selects, Reads and writes to transponders based on EPC Global Class 1 Gen 2v2 (ISO 18000-6C)
2 antenna ports, each capable of 500mW output power
Adaptive Antenna Tuning
Can operate from 500mA USB port
Modular certification for USA and Canada
CE Mark
Mini PCIe half card form factor
Wide and efficient power supply with input from 2.5 –5.5V
Deep sleep mode current down to 10uA
Easy migration from the SkyeModules M7/M9/M10
Supported host interfaces include USB, TTL level RS232, SPI, I2C
Return Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI)
4.4 Applications
Mobile Computing
Inventory and Asset Management
oRetail Inventory
oIn Transit Inventory
Access Control

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4.5 Agency Approvals
RoHS 2
FCC Modular
IC Modular
CE Mark
UL
Manufactured according to ISO9001 and ISO13485
5Mechanical Specifications
Dimensions: 26.8 mm x 30 mm = 804mm2
Height: 5.5 mm
Figure 5-1: SM-NV Mechanical Drawing
Note that the Nova complies with the PCI Express (PCIe) Mini form factor. Detailed information on this standard is
available at https://www.pcisig.com/specifications. Mating board edge connectors are available from numerous
vendors including JAE, Molex and TE connectivity (see table below). The pin numbering convention is shown in the

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drawing above, with odd numbered pins on the top, and even numbered pins on the bottom of the board. Pin 2 is
directly below pin 1. Pinning Information
5.1 Connector Descriptions
The SM-NV-00 is the standard version of the Nova module and uses the 52 pin Mini PCIe connector In addition, the
Nova features two antenna ports that connect via U.FL connectors. A sampling of mating connectors is listed
below:
Nova Connector
Description
Ref Des
Man.
Mating Connector
Notes
52 pin Mini PCIe
Host interface
connector
J1
Molex
0679101002
JAE
MM60-52B1-G1-R850
TE Connectivity
1717831-1
U.FL Jack
Antenna Connector
(Port0, Port1)
J2, J3
Taoglas
CAB.011
U.FL to SMA
Digi International
JF1R6-CR3041
U.FL to SMA
Table 5-1: SkyeModule Nova Connector Recommendations
5.2 Host Interface Connector Pin Mapping
The SkyeModule Nova host connector is a 52-pin Mini PCI Express edge connector. The pin numbers are located as
illustrated in Figure 5-2 above. The pin mappings and descriptions are shown in Error! Reference source not
found.. Note that all unconnected pins should be left floating.

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Figure 5-2: Host Interface Connector Pin Numbering
Pin
Name
Description
I/O
Pin
Name
Description
I/O
1
NC
Not Connected
N/A
2
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
3
NC
Not Connected
N/A
4
GND
Ground
Input
5
NC
Not Connected
N/A
6
NC
Not Connected
N/A
7
NC
Not Connected
N/A
8
MISO
SPI Master In, Slave Out
Output
9
GND
Ground
Input
10
MOSI
SPI Master Out, Slave In
Input
11
NC
Not Connected
N/A
12
SCK
SPI Clock IN
Input
13
NC
Not Connected
N/A
14
SSEL
SPI Slave Select
Input
15
GND
Ground
Input
16
NC
Not Connected
N/A
17
NC
Not Connected
N/A
18
GND
Ground
Input
19
NC
Not Connected
N/A
20
Deep Sleep
Active Low Deep Sleep
Input
21
GND
Ground
Input
22
Reset
Active Low Reset
Input
23
NC
Not Connected
N/A
24
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
25
NC
Not Connected
N/A
26
GND
Ground
Input
27
GND
Ground
Input
28
NC
Not Connected
N/A
29
GND
Ground
Input
30
SCL
I2C Clock
Input
31
NC
Not Connected
N/A
32
SDA
I2C Data
I/O
33
NC
Not Connected
N/A
34
GND
Ground
Input
35
GND
Ground
Input
36
D-
USB D minus
I/O
37
GND
Ground
Input
38
D +
USB D Plus
I/O
39
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
40
GND
Ground
Input
41
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
42
GPIO0
General Purpose I/O 0
I/O
43
GND
Ground
Input
44
GPIO1
General Purpose I/O 1
I/O
45
GPIO3
General Purpose I/O 3
I/O
46
GPIO2
General Purpose I/O 2
I/O
47
NC
Not Connected
N/A
48
NC
Not Connected
N/A
49
RXD
UART Receive
Input
50
GND
Ground
Input
51
TXD
UART Transmit
Output
52
VIN
Input Power Supply
Input
5.3 Using the GPIO Pins
You can use the User Port Direction and User Port Value system parameters to address the GPIO pins to set
the user port direction (input or output) and the user port value (high or low). For more information, see
the following:
 “User Port Direction” in section 13.3.9
 “User Port Value” in section 13.3.10
NOTE –GPIO3 is used as a data ready pin when in SPI or I2C mode. GPIO3 cannot be used as GPIO when using
these interfaces.

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6Electrical Specifications
This chapter discusses the electrical specifications of the SkyeModule Nova. Unless otherwise noted, the following
assumptions apply to these specifications:
Temperature is 25 degrees Celsius.
Frequency is 915 MHz.
Supply voltage (VCC) is 5 V.
6.1 Electrical Characteristics
Specification
Min
Typ
Max
Units/Notes
RF Characteristics
Frequency range (Direct output)
860-960
MHz
Transmit Parameters
RF Transmit Output Power (Peak)
500
mW (27dBm)
RF Transmit Output Power Adjustment Range
17
10dBm - 27dBm
Transmit Power Adjustment Accuracy
+/- 1
+/- 2.5
dBm
Optimum PA Load Impedance
50
Ohms
Antenna Tuning Range
1.5:1
VSWR
Receive Parameters
Receive Sensitivity
-85
dBm
Logic Inputs
High state input voltage
2.3
5.0
V
Low state input voltage
0
1
V
Input Current (IINH/IINL)
10
nA
Logic Outputs
Output High Voltage (VOH)
2.8
3.3
3.6
V (IOH=4Ma)
Output Low Voltage (VOL)
0
0.4
V (IOH=-4mA)
Output Current (IINH/IINL)
+/- 4
mA
Power Supplies
Voltage Supply
2.5
5.5
V
Idle Current @ 5V Supply
155
mA
Continuous Transmit Current @ 5V Supply
450
mA
Low Power Software Sleep Mode Current @ 5V Supply
10
mA
Deep Sleep Mode Current @ 5V Supply
5
uA
Table 6-1: SkyeModule Nova Electrical Specifications

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6.2 Absolute Maximum Ratings
Specification
Rating
VSUPPLY to GND
7.0 V
Digital I/O voltage to GND
5.5 V
Table 6-2: Absolute Maximum Ratings
7Environmental Specifications
7.1 Electrostatic Precautions
CAUTION –Failure to take proper electrostatic precautions may result in damage to or failure of your
SkyeModule Nova.
The SkyeModule Nova contains static-sensitive parts. Observe the following precautions to prevent damage to
these parts.
Wear a static grounding strap when handling electronic control components.
Keep all plastic, vinyl, and Styrofoam (except antistatic versions) away from printed circuit boards.
Do not touch the components or conductors on a printed circuit board with your hands or with
conductive devices.
7.2 General Ratings and Operating Conditions
Specification
Rating
Temperature range
Operating
-20 to +70 degrees C
Storage
-40 to +125 degrees C
Humidity
Operating, continuous storage
10-90 percent (non-condensing)
Transient storage (<24 hours)
5-95 percent maximum (non-condensing)
ESD protection
< 1kV (ESD HBM 15500 Ω, 100pF) —or—
100V (ESD MM 0.75uH, 200pF)
Table 7-1: Environmental Ratings/Operating Conditions

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8System Performance
8.1 System Range
The range measurements below should be used as a guideline and not a guarantee. Environment can play a major
role on tag range performance. Be sure to avoid any conductor in or near the field, as eddy currents can
significantly reduce energy transfer between the reader antenna and the tag.
Measured Range with 6dBi Broad Band Antenna
Min
Typ
Max
Units/Notes
Avery Dennison Label, Monza 3 Chip
6
10
m
Figure 8-1: Range Measurements
9Regulatory Approvals and Module Integration Guidelines
9.1 Agency Approvals
The SkyeModule Nova has been approved for use in the following regions:
Region
Applicable Rule
Identifier
Notes
USA
FCC 15.247
WZ4-NOVA001
Modular Approval
Canada
IC RSS 210-ANNEX 8
5893A-NOVA001
Modular Approval
EU
ETSI 302 208-1
9.2 FCC/IC Guidelines (English)
The SkyeModule Nova module is provided with FCC and Industry Canada Modular Certification. This means that
the module meets the intentional radiator emissions requirements of the FCC Part 15 and IC RSS-210 and the
module integrator is not required to perform further testing, provided the following guidelines are met.
An approved antenna is directly coupled to a Nova antenna port. If a different antenna of the same type is
used, it must have the same or less gain than the approved antenna. A listing of approved antennas is
shown below.
End product must be externally labeled with “Contains FCC ID: WZ4-NOVA001 and IC: 5893A-NOVA001”
The end products user’s manual must contain an FCC statement equivalent to that listed below in section
9.2.1
The end product must not provide any information regarding installation, removal or modification of the
module.
9.2.1 Information to the User
The following information must be included in the end product’s user manual:

FCC / IC NOTICES
This product contains FCC ID: WZ4-NOVA001 / IC: 5893A-NOVA001. This device complies with
Part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standards. Operation of this
device is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

9.2.2 Product Labeling
The end product must be labeled to meet the FCC and IC product label requirements. It must have text containing
the following:
Contains FCC ID: WZ4-NOVA001 / IC: 5893A-NOVA001
The label must be permanently affixed to the product and readily visible to the user. ‘‘Permanently affixed’’ means
that the label is etched, engraved, stamped, silkscreened, indelibly printed, or otherwise permanently marked on a
permanently attached part of the equipment or on a nameplate of metal, plastic, or other material fastened to the
equipment by welding, riveting, or a permanent adhesive. The label must be designed to last the expected lifetime
of the equipment in the environment in which the equipment may be operated and must not be readily
detachable.
9.2.3 RF Exposure Statement
To comply with FCC’s RF radiation exposure requirements, this device and its antenna(s) must operate at a
distance of at least 20cm from all persons, and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
To comply with IC’s RF radiation exposure requirements, this device, when operated with the Linearly Polarized
Panel or Circularly Polarized Panel antenna listed below, or any similar high gain panel antenna, must maintain a
separation distance of at least 23cm from all persons, and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter. To comply with IC’s RF radiation exposure requirements, this device, when
operated with all antennas, must maintain a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons, and must not
be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
9.2.4 Antenna Selection
IC Statement:
This radio transmitter (5893A-NOVA001) has been approved by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types
listed below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list, having a gain
greater than the maximum gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
As part of the Modular Certification, the SkyeModule Nova was tested and approved for use with the following
antennas. All of these antennas incorporate connectors that are “non-standard” per FCC 15.203.
Antenna Type
Peak Gain
Manufacturer
P/N
Connector
Linearly Polarized Panel
9dBi
Laird
PAV90209-HFRTN
RP-TNC
Circularly Polarized Panel
9dBi
Laird
PAL90209H-HFRTN
RP-TNC
Dipole
5.4dBi
Linx Technologies
ANT-916-MHW-RPS-S
RP-SMA
Planar Inverted F (PIFA)
2dBi
Proprietary
Proprietary
U.FL
Under FCC and Industry Canada regulations, the SkyeModule Nova may only operate using an antenna type and
maximum (or lesser) gain than that approved for these antennas by the FCC and Industry Canada.

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Other antennas types may be used, however they will not be recognized under this Modular Certification and
additional regulatory testing will be necessary. In all cases, the maximum total gain (antenna + cable) permissible
for use with the SkyeModule Nova will be 9dBi, which achieves the maximum field strength permitted by the FCC
in the 902 –928 MHz ISM band.
The Nova module is provided with a U.FL connector which has been determined to be “non-standard” complying
with FCC 15.203. Any antenna connection which is available to the end user must be “non-standard” so that user
may not easily connect a higher gain antenna than is permissible above.
9.2.5 Unintentional Radiator Testing
The SkyeModule Nova module was tested to and complies with the unintentional radiator requirements of FCC
sections 15.107 and 15.109 and Industry Canada license exempt RSS standards. When integrated within final
product, additional unintentional radiator testing may be required.
9.3 FCC/IC Guidelines (Français)
Le module SkyeModule Nova est fourni avec FCC et Industrie Canada modulaire certification. Cela signifie que le
module répond aux exigences d'émissions intentionnelles de radiateur de la FCC Part 15 et IC RSS-210 et le module
intégrateur ne est pas nécessaire d'effectuer des tests supplémentaires, à condition que les lignes directrices
suivantes sont remplies.
Une antenne approuvé est couplé directement à un port d'antenne Nova. Si une autre antenne du même
type est utilisé, il doit avoir le même ou moins de gain de l'antenne approuvé. Une liste des antennes
approuvés est indiqué ci-dessous.
Le produit final doit être étiqueté avec l'extérieur "Contient FCC ID: WZ4-NOVA001 et IC: 5893A-
NOVA001"
Le manuel de l'utilisateur des produits finis doivent contenir une déclaration de la FCC équivalent à celui
ci-dessous dans la section 9.3.1
e manuel de L'Utilisateur des Produits finis doivent contain Une déclaration de la FCC équivalent à celui ci-
dessous Dans la section 9.3.1
9.3.1 Informations utilisateur
Les renseignements suivants doivent être inclus dans le manuel d'utilisation de produit de fin :