MRF24WG0MA_12 Datasheet, PDF (1/38 Pages) Microchip Technology – MRF24WG0MA/MB Data Sheet 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g™

MRF24WG0MA/MB
MRF24WG0MA/MB Data Sheet
2.4 GHz IEEE 802.11b/g™
Features:
• IEEE 802.11-compliant RF transceiver
• Serialized unique MAC address
• Data rate: 1 to 11 Mbps for 802.11b / 6 to 54 Mbps
for 802.11g
• Compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g/n networks
• Small size: 21 mm x 31 mm 36-pin Surface Mount
module
• Integrated PCB antenna (MRF24WG0MA)
• External antenna option (MRF24WG0MB) with
ultra-miniature coaxial (U.FL) connector
• Easy integration into final product – accelerates
product development, provides quicker time to
market
• Radio regulation certification for United States
(FCC), Canada (IC), and Europe (ETSI)
• Designed for use with Microchip microcontroller
families (PIC18, PIC24, dsPIC33, and PIC32) with
downloadable Microchip TCP/IP Stack
Operational:
• Single operating voltage: 2.8V to 3.6V (3.3V typical)
• Temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
• Simple, four-wire SPI interface with interrupt
• Low-current consumption:
- RX mode – 156 mA (typical)
- TX mode – 240 mA (+18 dBm typical)
- PS mode – 4 mA (typical)
- Hibernate mode – 0.1 mA (typical)
RF/Analog Features:
• ISM Band 2.400 to 2.484 GHz operation
• Channels 1-11
• DSSS/OFDM modulation
• Application throughput: 4500 kbps
• -95 dBm Typical sensitivity at 1 Mbps
• +18 dBm Typical 802.11b TX power with control
• +16 dBm Typical 802.11g TX power with control
• Integrated low phase noise VCO, RF frequency
synthesizer, PLL loop filter and PA
• Integrated RSSI ADC and I/Q DACs, RSSI
readings available to host
MAC/Baseband Features:
• Hardware CSMA/CA access control, automatic
ACK, and FCS creation and checking
• Automatic MAC packet retransmit
• Hardware Security Engine for AES and
RC4-based ciphers
• Supports 802.1x, 802.1i security: WEP,
WPA-PSK, and WPA-2-PSK.
• Supports Infrastructure, Adhoc, Wi-Fi^® Direct
Client
• Implements Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), and
SoftAP for easy product commissioning
Applications:
• Utility and Smart Energy:
- Thermostats
- Smart Meters
- White Goods
- HVAC
• Consumer Electronics:
- Remote Control
- Internet Radio
- Home Security
- Toys
• Industrial Controls:
- Chemical Sensors
- HVAC
- Security Systems
- M2M Communication
• Remote Device Management:
- Location and Asset Tracking
- Automotive
- Code Update
• Retail:
- POS Terminals
- Wireless Price Tags
- Digital Remote
• Medical, Fitness, and Health Care:
- Glucose Meters
- Fitness Equipment
- Patient Asset Tracking
 2012 Microchip Technology Inc.
Preliminary Information
DS70686B-page 1