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System-on-chip CMOS transceiver

The ZWIR4501 from ZMDI is a fully integrated system-on-chip CMOS transceiver providing license-free multi-channel operation in the 868.3MHz (EU) and 902MHz to 928MHz (North America) ISM bands. With data rates up to 40 kbit/s and incorporated DSSS (direct sequence spread spectrum) technology, this low-power RF transceiver ensures reliable data transfer in hostile RF environments. The high level of integration includes a thin MAC (media access control) layer, resulting in a minimum of external components and lower application costs. The single-chip 900MHz RF transceiver is available at distributor Rutronik now. The device is HW-MAC IEEE 802.15.4 compliant / ZigBee ready. The device has a transmit range of 100+ meter (0dBm, LoS). SPI and parallel interfaces, low-power modes for battery-powered devices and a 48pin QFN (7x7mm) package are additional key features of the new device. It is designated for applications in home control, remote metering, wireless sensor networks and consumer electronics.