Advantech BB-APMN-Q551

The AirborneM2M line of highly-integrated 802.11 wireless access point modules allow OEMs to Wi-Fi enable devices used in an array of machine-to-machine (M2M) applications. B B SmartWorx delivers all the necessary RF technology networking stacks and advanced security features in a compact, single-board package, reducing integration costs for OEMs and providing for a quick time to market.

The AirborneM2M series delivers the industry’s most rugged, highly integrated, embedded wireless access point Wi-Fi module solution. AirborneM2M modules meet extended operating temperature and shock vibration specifications of the most demanding M2M applications.

Utilizing a 32-bit ARM9 processor and the high-performance Atheros AR6203 802.11 radio, the module delivers increased transmit power and receive sensitivity, contributing to superior range performance.

The AirborneM2M Speed Link roaming feature provides enhanced connection reliability, enabling OEM devices to roam freely within a wireless network without loss of data or connection.

AirborneM2M incorporates support for both wireless access point and serial to Wi-Fi communications. Utilizing AirborneM2M Port Flex capability, OEMs may configure via software any combination of UART, SPI, Ethernet, GPIO and 802.11 interfaces. Each individual port can be independently configured. A development kit is also available to aid developers (sold separately).

These AirborneM2M modules are footprint and pin-compatible with their predecessors. B B SmartWorx’ commitment to maintaining hardware and software compatibility assures OEMs of a simple, future-proof migration path even as wireless technology evolves.

Security protocols are important to mission critical wireless M2M applications. AirborneM2M™ Access Point multi-layer security addresses the requirements of Enterprise-class networks and corporate IT departments. These advanced security features include wireless security (802.11i/WAP2 enterprise), authentication security using WPA2 (AES-CCMP) and device security (multi-layered encryption). The AirborneM2M™ Access Point includes a fully functional DHCP server to provide unique addresses for each authenticated client. Up to 10 clients can be supported on the local Wi-Fi network.

SPECIFICATIONS

TECHNOLOGY


Technology
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Wi-Fi compliant

Frequency
2.4 ~ 2.4835 GHz (US/Canada/Europe)
5.150 ~ 5.350 GHz
5.725 ~ 5.825 GHz

Modulation Technology
DSSS, CCK, OFDM


Modulation Type
DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK, BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM

Network Access Modes
Access Point, Infrastructure (Client), Ad Hoc

Channels

Europe:
13 Channels 802.11b/g
19 Channels 802.11a
France:
4 Channels 802.11b/g

Wireless Data Rate
802.11b: 11, 5.5, 2, 1 Mbps
802.11a/g: 54, 48, 36, 24, 18, 12, 9, 6 Mbps
802.11n: 65, 58.5, 42, 39, 26, 19.5, 13, 6.5 Mbps

MAC
CSMA/CA with ACK, RTS, CTS

Network Protocols
TCP/IP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, DHS, UDAP, TFTP, UDP, PING

Receive Sensitivity 802.11 b/g
54 Mb/s = -72 dBm
36 Mb/s = -78 dBm
18 Mb/s = -84 dBm
6 Mb/s = -89 dBm
11 Mb/s = -86 dBm
1 Mb/s = -92 dBm

Receive Sensitivity 802.11 a
54 Mb/s = -74 dBm
36 Mb/s = -80 dBm
18 Mb/s = -86 dBm
6 Mb/s = -90 dBm

Transmit Power
802.11b = 15 dBm (31.6 mW)
802.11g = 12.6 dBm (18.12 mW)
802.11a = 17 dBm (50.1 mW)

Security Protocols (AP and AdHoc modes)
Disabled, WEP 64 & 128-bit, WPA-PSK(TKIP), WPA2-PSK(AES)

Security Protocols (Client mode)
Disabled, WEP 64 & 128-bit, WPA-PSK(TKIP), WPA2-PSK(AES), WPA & WPA2 Enterprise (EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, EAP-PEAP, EAP-FAST, LEAP) and a suite of migration modes (WPA-LEAP64, WPA-LEAP128, WPA-PSK64, WPA-PSK128, WPA-PSK128-TKIP, WPA2-PSK-TKIP)
Supports Certificates and Private Key Upload and Storage (multiple)

Antenna
Two (2) U.FL Coaxial Connectors, 50 Ohms
Maximum Gain @ 5 GHz = 5.5 dBi
Maximum Gain @ 2.4 GHz = 4.1 dBi

Supply
3.3VDC +/-5%, 650 mA (maximum)

Supply In-rush Current
1500 mA (maximum) for 400us

DC Characteristics
Operating Current (Tx, 802.11g) = 370 mA (typical)
Operating Current (Rx, 802.11g) = 200 mA (typical)

Environmental
Operating Temperature: -40 to +85 °C
Storage Temperature: -40 to +85 °C
Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (non-condensing)

Interfaces
Dual UART (960Kbaud, RS232/ 422/ 485, SPI (1-bit/8 MHz), 10/100 Ethernet, PortFlex

Digital I/O
8 GPIO

LED Indicators
4 Indicator LED Signals (RF_ACT, POST, CONNECT, RF_LINK), Signal Strength

Connector
36-pin High Density SMT Connector from Hirose (DF12-36DS-0.5V), 4mm Height



MEANTIME BEFORE FAILURE (MTBF)


MTBF
522001 hours (# APMN-Q551)
524380 hours (# WLNN-EK-DP551)



APPROVALS, DIRECTIVES & STANDARDS


CE - Directives (Europe)
2014/35/EU - Low Voltage Directive
2014/53/EU - Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
Hereby, Advantech B+B SmartWorx declares that the radio equipment type Wi-Fi access point (module) is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.advantech-bb.com
2011/65/EU - Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive
2012/19/EU - Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive

CE - Standards (Europe)

EMC:

ETSI EN 300 328 v2.1.1 - EMC & Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM) Wideband Transmission Systems - 2.4 GHz ISM Band
ETSI EN 301 893 v1.8.5 - EMC & Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM) Wideband Transmission Systems - 5 GHz ISM Band
ETSI EN 301 489-1 v2.1.1 - Applied in accordance with the specific requirements of:
ETSI EN 301 489-17 v3.1.1 - EMC & Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM) Broadband Data Systems
EN 55032+AC, Class A - Information Technology Equipment (ITE) - RF Emissions
EN 55024 - Information Technology Equipment (ITE) - Immunity Characteristics - Limits and Methods of Measurement


Safety:

EN 60950-1 + A1 + A11 + A12 + A2 - Information Technology Equipment (ITE) - Safety - Part 1 - General Requirements


RF Exposure:

EN 62311 - Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human exposure restrictions for EM fields (0 Hz to 300 GHz)

ORDERING INFORMATION

Model Number	Description
BB-APMN-Q551	802.11a/b/g/n, 10/100 Industrial Wireless Access Point/Router/ Client Module: UART, SPI and RS-232/422/485 wired interfaces
BB-WLNN-EK-DP551	Design and Development Kit

ACCESSORIES

BB-ACH2-DBAT-DP002	- 2dBi portable (rubber duck), 2.4/5GHz antenna
BB-ACH2-DBAT-DP003	- 3.8/5.5dBi portable (rubber duck), 2.4/5GHz antenna