E30-400M20S

SI4463 433/470MHz 100mW SPI Wireless Module

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Contents
Disclaimer .............................................................................................................................................................3

1. Overview .......................................................................................................................................................... 4

1.1 Brief Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 4

1.2 Features ................................................................................................................................................... 4

1.3 Application .............................................................................................................................................. 4

2. Specification and parameter ............................................................................................................................. 5

2.1 Limit parameter ....................................................................................................................................... 5

2.2 Operating parameter ................................................................................................................................ 5

3. Size and pin definition ......................................................................................................................................6

4. Recommended circuit diagram .........................................................................................................................7

5. Hardwar design .................................................................................................................. 错误！未定义书签。

6. FAQ ...................................................................................................................................................................8

6.1 Communication range is too short ...........................................................................................................8

6.2 Module is easy to damage ....................................................................................................................... 8

6.3 BER(Bit Error Rate) is high .................................................................................................................... 8

7. Production guidance ......................................................................................................................................... 9

8. E30 series ..........................................................................................................................................................9

9. Antenna guide ................................................................................................................................................... 9

10. Package method for bulk order .....................................................................................................................10

Revision history ..................................................................................................................................................10

About us ..............................................................................................................................................................11

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1 OVERVIEW

1.1 Brief Introduction

E30-400M20S(4463) is a hardware module (SPI) based on the SI4463
RF chip imported from Silicon Labs. It is a half-duplex, SMD integrated
transceiver with transparent transmission available. With working frequency
band 425～525MHz, transmitting power 100mW, it is suitable for a variety of
environments. The original imported SI4463 RF chip from Silicon Labs(USA)
features high receiving sensitivity and strong anti-interference, supporting the
development of low power consumption as well. It has been widely used in
various industries and has the characteristics of stable performance, long
transmission distance, and strong ability of penetration and diffraction, etc.

1.2 Features
The measured communication distance can reach 2500m;
Maximum transmission power: 100 mW;
Support 425-525MHz ultra-wide frequency band;
Support air date rate of 1k～25kbps;
Support 1.8～3.6V power supply, power supply over 3.3 V can guarantee the best performance;
Industrial grade standard design, support -40 ~ 85 °C for working over a long time;

1.3 Application
Home security alarm and remote keyless entry;
Smart home and industrial sensors, etc.;
Wireless alarm security system;
Building automation solutions;
Wireless industrial-grade remote control;
Intelligent agriculture and oilfield solutions;
Health care products;
Advanced Meter Reading Architecture(AMI);
Automotive industry applications.

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2 Specification and Parameter

2.1 Limit Parameter

Performance
Main parameter Remark
Min Max
Voltage over 3.6V will cause permanent damage to
Power supply（V） 1.8 3.6
module
Chances of burn is slim when modules are used in
Blocking power（dBm） - 10
short distance
Operating temperature（℃） -40 +85 Industrial grade

2.2 Operating Parameter

Performance
Main parameter Remark
Min Typical Max
Operating voltage（V） 1.8 3.3 3.6 3.3 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 grade
Operating frequency（MHz） 425 - 525 -
Power TX current（mA） 80 100 130 Instant power consumption
Consump RX current（mA） - 16.5 - -
- tion Sleep current （μA） - 2.5 - -
Max TX power（dBm） 19 20 21 -
Receiving sensitivity（dBm） -113 -115 -116 Air data rate is1kbps
Crystal oscillator frequency（MHz） 26 Passive chip crystal

Main parameter Description Remark

Test condition：clear and open area, antenna gain: 5dBi，
Reference distance 2.5Km
antenna height: 2.5m，air data rate: 1kbps
Modulation GFSK -
Communication Interface SPI Max. rate 10Mbps
Package SMD -
Interface method Stamp Hole -
Size 20*14mm -
Antenna IPEX/STAMP 50 ohm impedance

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3 Size and Pin definition

Pin No. Item Direction Description

1 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground
2 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground
3 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground
4 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground

5 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground

6 GPIO_2 Output Configurable universal GPIO port (see SI4463manual for details)
7 GPIO_3 Output Configurable universal GPIO port (see SI4463manual for details)
8 GPIO_0 Output Configurable universal GPIO port (see SI4463manual for details)
Power supply, 2.5~3.6V, 3.3V is recommended (It is also recommended to add
9 VCC
external ceramic filter capacitor)
10 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground
11 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground
12 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground
13 GPIO_1 Output Configurable universal GPIO port (see SI4463manual for details)
14 IRQ Output SPI interrupt request
Shutdown Input Pin. It is low level when working
15 SDN
(See SI4463 manual for more details)

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16 MISO Output SPI master output slave input

17 MOSI Input SPI master input slave output
18 SCK Input Serial Clock Input
19 nSEL Input SPI Chip select for starting SPI communication
20 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground
21 ANT Input/Output Antena
22 GND Ground wire, connected to the power reference ground

4 Recommended circuit diagram

5 Hardware design

It is recommended to use a DC stabilized power supply. The power supply ripple factor is as small 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 that between the recommended supply voltage, if exceeding the maximum, the
module will be permanently damaged;
Please check the stability of the power supply. Voltage can not fluctuate greatly and 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;
Bottom Layer 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

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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;
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 recommended to keep them away from 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, high-frequency analog,
power traces) around the module that will greatly affect the performance of the module. It is recommended to stay
away from the module according to the strength of the interference.If necessary, appropriate isolation and shielding
can be done;
If the communication line uses a 5V level, 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 400MHz;
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;
When the antenna is installed inside a metal case, it will cause the transmission distance to be greatly weakened.

6 FAQ

6.1 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 seriously affected when the antenna is near metal object or put in a metal case;
Power register was set incorrectly or 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 our recommendation, the lower the voltage, the
lower the transmitting power;
Due to antenna quality or poor matching between antenna and module.

6.2Module is easy to damage

Please check the power supply source, ensure it is 1.8V~3.6V, voltage higher than 3.6V will damage the module;
Please check the stability of power source, the voltage cannot fluctuate too much;
Please make sure anti-static operation when installing and using, high frequency devices have electrostatic
susceptibility;
Please ensure the humidity is within limited range, some parts are sensitive to humidity;
Please avoid using modules under too high or too low temperature.

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6.3 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.

7 Production guidance

This product is a SMD module. When soldering the module, the soldering personnel must work in accordance with
the anti-static operation specification;
This product is an electrostatic sensitive product. If the module is not welded according to the specification, the
module may be permanently damaged.

8 E30 series

Tx
Frequency Distance Air data rate Size
Model No. IC power Package Antenna
Hz km bps mm
dBm
E30-170T20D SI4463 170M 20 2.0 1k～25k DIP 21 * 36 SMA-K
E30-170T27D SI4463 170M 27 5.0 1k～25k DIP 24 * 43 SMA-K
E30-433T20S3 SI4438 433M 20 2.5 1k～25k SMD 16 * 26 IPEX/STAMP
E30-433T20S SI4438 433M 20 2.5 1k～25k SMD 17 * 30 IPEX/STAMP
E30-433T20D1B SI4438 433M 20 2.5 1k～25k DIP 21 * 36 SMA-K
E30-490T20S SI4438 490M 20 2.5 1k～25k SMD 17 * 30 IPEX/STAMP
E30-490T20D SI4438 490M 20 2.5 1k～25k DIP 21 * 36 SMA-K
E30-780T20S SI4463 780M 20 2.5 1k～25k SMD 17 * 30 IPEX/STAMP
E30-868T20D SI4463 868M 20 2.5 1k～25k DIP 21 * 36 SMA-K
E30-868T20S SI4463 868M 20 2.5 1k～25k SMD 17 * 30 IPEX/STAMP
E30-915T20D SI4463 915M 20 2.5 1k～25k DIP 21 * 36 SMA-K
E30-915T20S SI4463 915M 20 2.5 1k～25k SMD 17 * 30 IPEX/STAMP

9 Antenna recommendation

The antenna is an important role in the communication process. A good antenna can largely improve the communication
system. Therefore, we recommend some antennas for wireless modules with excellent performance and reasonable price.

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Frequeny Gain Hight Cable

Model No. Type Interface Function feature
Hz dBi mm mm
Rubber antenna for cabinet,
TX433-JZLW-15 Rubber 433M IPEX 1 3.0 165 150
omnidirectional
TX433-FPC-5711 FPC 433M IPEX 1 2.5 57 68 Cost-effective
TX433-PCB-3207 PCB 433M IPEX 1 2.0 32 90 PCB antenna,
TX433-FPC-4516 FPC 433M IPEX 1 2.0 45 120 Cost-effective
TX433-FPC-3208 FPC 433M IPEX 1 2.0 32 90 Cost-effective
Rubber antenna for cabinet,
TX470-JZLW-15 Rubber 470MHz IPEX 1 3.0 155 150
omnidirectional

10 Package method for bulk order

Revision history

Version Date Description Issued by

1.0 2021-06-09 Content updated Linson

1.1 2022-8-17 Bug fixes Yan

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