@ANY900 series
The @ANY900 series played a decisive role in shaping our development in the field of wireless Sub-1 GHz communication. The robust modules, USB dongles, and development boards based on the IEEE 802.15.4 standard were used in a variety of energy-efficient applications and laid the foundation for many of today's solutions. Although the @ANY900 products are no longer a full part of our current portfolio, they continue to form the technological basis of our latest generation of advanced products. In this archive, you will find an overview and can explore the technical specifications of each product in detail.
@ANY900 Modules
A ruggedized IEEE 802.15.4 wireless networking module for Sub-1 GHz ISM band that combines exceptional transmission characteristics and ultra-low power consumption in a tiny form factor ideally suited for battery powered applications.
Mechanical module size 40 x 13.5 x 3 mm
@ANY900 modules are fully integrated solutions that contain all of the digital and analog circuitry required for easily establishing wireless connectivity. Utilizing the robust and popular Microchip/ Atmel platform, the modules achieve optimal RF characteristics with either an on-chip ceramic antenna (@ANY900-1) or a U.FL connector (@ANY900-2), providing ultimate flexibility of external antenna adaptations.
The module eliminates the need for costly and time-consuming RF development and shortens time to market for a wide range of standards-based wireless products.
Ensure the quick setup by ordering the product preprogrammed with either our AT-command-based Smart MAC Suite firmware, your own firmware, or common stacks such as 6LoWPAN, Zigbee PRO or Lightweight Mesh.
Thanks to @ANY modules’ impressive feature set, creating ambitious wireless IoT designs becomes a breeze.
Overview
Key Features
- Full compliance to IEEE 802.15.4-2006, Zigbee PRO and more
- Outdoor range (line of sight): ≤ 500 m (@ANY900-1) and ≥ 2.5 km (@ANY900-2)
- Excellent receiver sensitivity (-110 dBm) and transmitter output power (up to +10 dBm)
- Software adjustable support of European, US, Japanese and Chinese Sub-1 GHz ISM bands
- Network topology: P2P, P2MP, Star, Tree, Mesh (IEEE802.15.4 and Zigbee PRO)
- Extra 256 kB on-board DataFlash for storing firmware images, application data and OTAU support
- Fully matched on-board ceramic chip antenna (@ANY900-1, 868 MHz optimized) or U.FL connector for external antennas (@ANY900-2, 50Ω)
- Data rate: up to 1 Mbps, e.g. Zigbee: 250 kbps gross
Benefits
- Stamp-shaped soldering pattern, visually controllable, high mechanical strengths
- Full EN300328, FCC CFR Part 15, RoHS and REACH compliance
- Easy development with ready-to-use AT-command-based Smart MAC Suite firmware, app examples, Development Kits and full technical support
- Fast prototyping with preprogrammed firmware (SMS or other common stacks especially preconfigured for modules, e.g. Zigbee)
- Accelerated project bring-up and testing using @ANY900 out-of-the-box devices (see @ANY900 BRICKs, USB Dongle or DESIGN Development Kit)
- Best-in-class range and excellent wall penetration for indoor usage
- Self-contained structure perfected for extremely low energy consumption, ideal for battery operated devices
- Easy firmware management using off-the-shelf tools and JTAG interface, including ISP, OTAU or serial flashing via bootloader
Specifications
| Max. Transceiver Output Power | up to 2.0 dBm EIRP for @ ANY900-1 (with ceramic chip antenna) up to 10 dBm for @ANY900-2 (U.FL antenna connector) |
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| Receiver Sensitivity (per 1%) | up to -110 dBm |
| Data Rate | up to 1 Mbps (proprietary), e.g. 250 kbps @ Zigbee |
| Frequency | European SRD Band (868 MHz), North American ISM Band (915 MHz), Japanese band (928 MHz), Chinese WPAN band (780 MHz) |
| Data Encryption | AES 128 supported |
| Modulation | O-QPSK (IEEE 802.15.4 compliant) |
| Applicable Network Topologies | P2P, P2MP, Tree, Star, Mesh and other IEEE 802.15.4 based topologies |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller & Transceiver | ATmega1281V AT86RF212B |
| On-Chip Flash | 128 kB |
| On-Board DataFlash | 256 kB |
| On-Chip RAM | 8 kB |
| On-Chip EEPROM | 4 kB |
| ADC | 4 ADC lines |
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| GPIOs | up to 30 configurable GPIOs |
| IRQs | 2 IRQ lines |
| Interfaces | JTAG, SPI, TWI/I2C, UART, 1-Wire |
| Voltage | 1.8 V up to 3.6 V |
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| Current Consumption at 25°C | TX: <33 mA @ EIRPmax RX: <17 mA Idle: 9.5 mA Sleep: <6 μA |
| Radio Compliance | EN300220, FCC CFR Part 15 |
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| Manufacturing | RoHS & REACH |
| Part Number | AT-ANY-900-1 AT-ANY-900-2 |
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| Packing | Tray and Tape & Reel 13“ (Dry pack) |
| MOQ | 300 pcs. @Trays/ 500 pcs. @ T&R 13“ |
@ANY900 USB Dongles
A plug-and-play USB-hosted gateway to enable IEEE 802.15.4-based Sub-1 GHz wireless network. A versatile dongle can also serve as a regular node or a network sniffer. Supported by the commercially maintained driver suites, the robust USB dongle design allows seamless OS integration. @ANY900 modules provide stable operation for various Sub-1 GHz bands.
Mechanical module size 80 x 17 x 5 mm
Based on the @ANY900 modules, the host-powered @ANY900 USB dongles are reliable gateway solutions that come in a compact sized form factor. Optimal RF characteristics are achieved using on-chip ceramic antenna (@ANY900-1) or U.FL connector (@ANY900-2) option providing maximum flexibility of external antenna adaptations. The on-board UART chip allows for easy setup of a serial connection via USB interface. Supported with off-the-shelf drivers by the commercially maintained FTDI Driver Suite, the USB 2.0 compliant interface ensures a seamless integration to various operating systems.
Combined with Peryton S analyzer software, the dongle can serve as a single channel protocol analyzer. Firmware upgrades are performed via on-board bootloader or integrated JTAG interface.
Ensure quick setup by ordering the product preprogrammed with either our AT-command-based Smart MAC Suite firmware, your own firmware, or common stacks such as 6LoWPAN, Zigbee PRO or Lightweight Mesh.
Overview
Key Features
- USB 2.0 compliant IEEE 802.15.4 -2006 based hardware platform within compact USB dongle format
- Software adjustable support of European, US, Japanese, and Chinese Sub-1 GHz ISM bands
- Commercially maintained FTDI Driver Suite ensures a seamless OS integration and support
- Outdoor range (line of sight): ≤ 250 m (@ANY900-1 USB Dongle)
and ≤ 2.5 km (@ANY900-2 USB Dongle) - Network topology: P2P, P2MP, Star, Tree, Mesh (IEEE802.15.4 and Zigbee PRO)
- Extra 256 kB on-board DataFlash for storing firmware images, application data and OTAU support
- Data rate: up to 1 Mbps, e.g. Zigbee: 250 kbps gross
- Upgradeable via on-board bootloader or integrated JTAG interface
Benefits
- Self-contained, host-powered infrastructure solution to accelerate bring up, testing, monitoring and controlling of your IEEE 802.15.4 based wireless network
- Easy development with ready-to-use AT-command-based Smart MAC Suite firmware, app examples, Development Kits and full technical support
- Full EN300328, FCC CFR Part 15, RoHS and REACH compliance
- USB connectivity is in line with maintained commercial driver suite by FTDI to ensure seamless infrastructure bring up and customization
- Simple data exchange via human readable console output is available to speed-up the system design
- Best-in-class range and excellent wall penetration for indoor usage
- Easy firmware management using off-the-shelf tools and JTAG interface, including OTAU or serial flashing via bootloader
- Can be used as a single channel protocol analyzer for 802.15.4 Sub-1-GHz based networks utilizing Peryton S analyzer software
Specifications
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller & Transceiver | ATmega1281V AT86RF212B |
| On-Chip Flash | 128 kB |
| On-Board DataFlash | 256 kB |
| On-Chip RAM | 8 kB |
| On-Chip EEPROM | 4 kB |
| Interfaces | JTAG, USB 2.0 |
| USB Interface | FT234 USB |
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| Optical Elements | Status LED (programmable) |
| Connectivity | USB Type-A plug |
| Voltage | 5.0 V USB-powered |
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| Radio Compliance | EN300220, FCC CFR Part 15 |
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| Manufacturing | RoHS & REACH |
@ANY900 BRICK Boards
Extended development board for easy application development using IEEE 802.15.4 Sub-1 GHz @ANY900 modules. Featuring integrated sensors, battery- and USB-powered operation, programmable buttons, and full module interfaces, the board serves as a reference design for @ANY900 modules and offers a complete toolset for developing a wireless application.
Mechanical module size 68.5 x 46.5 x 5 mm
@ANY900 BRICKs are reliable standalone nodes based on the @ANY900 modules. Powered by USB, a battery pack (2 x AAA) or via 2.54 mm pin socket, they encompass a wide range of use cases. Thanks to the on-board UART chip, a serial connection to a host or other device is easily set up either via USB interface or by using the corresponding pins. Supported with off-the-shelf drivers by the commercially maintained FTDI Driver Suite, the USB interface ensures maximum interconnectivity and seamless integration to various operating systems.
In addition to the integrated on-board temperature, humidity, dewpoint, acceleration, and battery voltage sensors, external devices can be easily attached to various interfaces such as TWI/ I2C or SPI via the pin socket. Customized BRICK nodes with robust ABS enclosure, RF pigtail connector, and optional external antenna, enable seamless product infrastructure setup.
Our Smart MAC Suite AT-command-based firmware and the included application examples guarantee a quick bring-up.
Overview
Key Features
- USB 2.0 compliant IEEE 802.15.4 -2006 based development hardware platform within compact design form factor
- Supports European, US, Japanese, and Chinese Sub-1 GHz software adjustable ISM bands
- Complete @ANY900 module interface accessible via 2.54 mm pin sockets for application development
- Versatile integrated temperature, humidity, dewpoint, acceleration, and battery voltage sensors
- Power options include USB interface, battery holder (AAA) or pin socket
- Programmable push-buttons and status LEDs
- Commercially maintained FTDI Driver Suite ensure a seamless OS integration and support
- Outdoor range (line of sight): ≤ 250 m (@ANY900-1 Brick)
and ≤ 2.5 km (@ANY900-2 Brick) - Integrated power supply monitoring for battery operation
Benefits
- Self-contained design with versatile powering options and full interface access to @ANY900 modules for building tailored IEEE 802.15.4 based applications
- Easy development with ready-to-use AT-command-based Smart MAC Suite firmware, app examples, Development Kits and full technical support
- Full EN300328, FCC CFR Part 15, RoHS and REACH compliance
- Seamless USB connectivity via commercially maintained FTDI driver suite ensures easy infrastructure bring up and customization
- Simple data exchange via human readable console output to accelerate system design
- Best-in-class range and excellent wall penetration for indoor usage
- Easy firmware management using off-the-shelf tools and JTAG interface, including OTAU or serial flashing via bootloader
- Customized BRICK Nodes with ABS enclosure and collaterals are available to facilitate the productization process
Specifications
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller & Transceiver | ATmega1281V AT86RF212B |
| On-Chip Flash | 128 kB |
| On-Board DataFlash | 256 kB |
| On-Chip RAM | 8 kB |
| On-Chip EEPROM | 4 kB |
| Interfaces | JTAG, USB 2.0 |
| Optical Elements | 3 Status LEDs (programmable) |
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| Supported Sensors | Temperature (LM73) Humidity & Dewpoint (SHT21) Acceleration (BMA253) |
| Connectivity | mini USB Plug (optional micro USB) |
| Others | 2x AAA battery holder ON/OFF switch 2x Push Button |
| Voltage | 5.0 V USB-powered Battery Power 2xAAA GPIO powered 3.3 V or 5.0 V |
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| GPIOs | up to 30 configurable GPIOs (4 ADC lines, TWI/I2C, 2 UART, 1-Wire, SPI, 2 IRQ lines) |
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| USB Interface | FT234 USB |
**ANY900-x BRICK completed with ABS enclosure and required antenna collaterals
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