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REVISION HISTORY
The following major modifications and improvements have been made to the first version of
this document:

No Author Reviewer Major Changes

1.00 Wh Initial version
1.01 Wh Modification for Step Code DB; increased number of filters and Smart Ack mailboxes
1.02 Wh Supply voltage range extended
1.03 Wh Start-up time and current consumption in deep sleep mode added in 2.2; improved
layout recommendations in 3.5
1.04 Wh Antenna recommendations removed and referred to application note AN102 and
AN105; Maximum Rating for IOVDD modified (IOVDD may now exceed VDD); Addi-
tional information in 3.6; Chapter “Related Documents” added; pin numbers added in
3.2; update of FCC grant in 5.2; parameters for antenna requirements relaxed in
4.2.1.;
1.05 Wh Error in table in 3.2 corrected (pin 17 and 18 need to be connected to GND as shown
in figure above)
1.06 Wh Supply voltage range extended; start-up time from sleep added
1.07 Wh TCM 310U added
1.08 Wh Mitsubishi Materials Chip Antenna added to limited modular approval
1.1 Wh Updated power supply filter recommendation
1.15 Wh Added Start-up Time Parameter, Changed Vmin
1.2 Wh Duty cycle lock added in 3.6 and 5.1, and selective repeating added in 3.7
1.3 Wh Modified pin description in 3.2. Added 3.10
1.4 MK MKa Enhanced temperature and power supply voltage range, new format of revision
history, removed 315MHz variants, definition of telegram error rate, added receiver
category 2
1.5 MK MSL4->MSL3, new style guide, R&TTE -> RE-D
1.6 MK R&TTE -> RED: updated 2.2 technical data , 4.2 antenna and 5.1 RED for EU,
IC (CA) -> ISED (CA)

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Important!

This information describes the type of component and shall not be considered as assured characteris-
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are subject to change without notice. For the latest product specifications, refer to the EnOcean web-
site: http://www.enocean.com.

As far as patents or other rights of third parties are concerned, liability is only assumed for modules,
not for the described applications, processes and circuits.

EnOcean does not assume responsibility for use of modules described and limits its liability to the
replacement of modules determined to be defective due to workmanship. Devices or systems contain-
ing RF components must meet the essential requirements of the local legal authorities.

The modules must not be used in any relation with equipment that supports, directly or indirectly,
human health or life or with applications that can result in danger for people, animals or real value.
Components of the modules are considered and should be disposed of as hazardous waste. Local
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Packing: Please use the recycling operators known to you.

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TABLE OF CONTENT

1 MODULE VARIANTS AND RELATED DOCUMENTS ............................................... 4

2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................. 4
2.1 Basic functionality ......................................................................................... 4
2.2 Technical data............................................................................................... 5
2.3 Physical dimensions ....................................................................................... 6
2.4 Environmental conditions ............................................................................... 6
2.5 Ordering information ..................................................................................... 6
3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................ 7
3.1 Pin out ......................................................................................................... 7
3.2 Pin description and operational characteristics .................................................. 7
3.2.1 GPIO supply voltage - IOVDD ...................................................................... 8
3.3 Absolute maximum ratings (non operating) ...................................................... 8
3.4 Maximum ratings (operating) .......................................................................... 8
3.5 System environment ...................................................................................... 9
3.6 Serial Interface ............................................................................................. 9
3.7 Built-in Repeater ......................................................................................... 10
3.8 Smart Acknowledge ..................................................................................... 12
3.9 Remote Management ................................................................................... 12
3.10 Suggested reset circuitry ......................................................................... 12
4 APPLICATIONS INFORMATION....................................................................... 13
4.1 Transmission range ..................................................................................... 13
4.2 Antenna options .......................................................................................... 14
4.2.1 Overview ................................................................................................ 14
4.2.2 Whip antenna ......................................................................................... 14
4.2.3 Helical antenna ....................................................................................... 15
4.2.4 Chip antenna (supplier: Mitsubishi Material, Type AM11DG-ST01) ................. 16
4.3 Recommendations for laying a whip antenna .................................................. 17
4.4 Power supply requirements ........................................................................... 18
4.5 Layout recommendations ............................................................................. 18
4.5.1 Recommended foot pattern ....................................................................... 19
4.6 Soldering information .................................................................................. 22
4.7 Tape & Reel specification .............................................................................. 23
5 AGENCY CERTIFICATIONS ............................................................................ 24
5.1 Radio Equipment Directive (RED) for the European Union ................................. 24
5.2 FCC (United States) Certification ................................................................... 25
5.3 FCC Regulatory Statements ......................................................................... 27
5.4 ISED (former Industry Canada) Certification ................................................... 28
5.5 ISED Regulatory Statements ......................................................................... 28

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1 MODULE VARIANTS AND RELATED DOCUMENTS

This document describes operation of TCM 310 modules available in variations for following
frequencies:

 TCM 310 : 868.300 MHz

 TCM 310U: 902.875 MHz

This document describes operation of TCM 310x modules with their built-in firmware.

In addition we recommend following our application notes, in particular

 AN101: Power Supply Layout – Layout considerations for Line-Power

 AN102: Antenna Basics – Basic Antenna Design Considerations for EnOcean based
Products

The specification of the serial protocol ESP3 can be found here:

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2 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

2.1 Basic functionality

TCM 310x is a SMD mountable radio transmitter mod-
ule enabling the realization of gateways for EnOcean
868 MHz and 902 MHz radio systems. It provides a bi-
directional radio interface and a bi-directional serial
interface. Radio messages are sent transparently
through the serial interface in both directions from and
to an externally connected host processor or host PC.
In addition control commands can be sent from the
host, e.g. to configure the repeater functionality or to
manage Smart Ack functions. TCM 310x can act as
postmaster for up to 20 bi-directional sensors using
Smart Ack technology.

Features
 Smart Ack controller functionality
 Transparent radio channel
 Programmable repeater functionality (1 / 2 Level)
 ESP3 support (EnOcean Serial Protocol V3)
 Not API programmable!

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2.2 Technical data

Antenna TCM 310: external whip or 50 Ω antenna mountable

TCM 310U: external whip or helical antenna
Frequency TCM 310: 868.300 MHz (ASK)1)
TCM 310U: 902.875 MHz (FSK)1)
Radio Standard TCM 310: ISO/IEC 14543-3-10
Data rate/Modulation type 125 kbps
Receiver Sensitivity (at 25 °C) TCM 310: typ. –96 dBm (868.300 MHz) 2)
TCM 310U: typ. -98 dBm (902.875 MHz) 2)
Conducted Output Power TCM 310: 3 dBm @ 868.300 MHz
TCM 310U: 1 dBm @ 902.875 MHz
Power Supply 2.6V … 4.5 V
Start-up Time <500ms
Serial Interface UART
Current Consumption Receive mode: 33 mA
Transmit mode: 24 mA
Dimensions of PCB 22x19x3 mm
Operating temperature -25°C to +85 °C
Radio regulations TCM 310: RED (EU)
TCM 310U: FCC (US) / ISED (CA)

1) According to ISO/IEC 14543-3-1x 2) 0.1% telegram error rate (based on the combination of 3 received sub telegrams)

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2.3 Physical dimensions

Unless otherwise specified dimensions are in mm.

Tolerances:

PCB outline dimensions 0.2 mm

All other tolerances 0.1 mm

TCM 310 (pads on bottom side of PCB!)

PCB Dimension 22 x 19 x 3.1 mm

Weight 1.9 g

2.4 Environmental conditions

Operating temperature -25 °C … +85 °C

Storage temperature -40 °C … +85 °C
Storage temperature in tape & reel package -20 °C … +50 °C
Humidity 0% … 93% r.H., non-condensing

2.5 Ordering information

Type Ordering Code Frequency

TCM 310 S3003-K310 868.300 MHz
TCM 310U S3053-K310 902.875 MHz

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3 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

3.1 Pin out

RESET
GND

GND
GND
n.c.

n.c.

n.c.

n.c.
n.c.
GND 1 26
VDD DVDD
XTAL GND
n.c.
16MHz
IOVDD
Antenna
balun n.c.
EO3000I
RF_WHIP
n.c.
GND
n.c.
RF_50 n.c.
GND
TOP VIEW 18 READ_EN
RVDD 9
n.c.

n.c.

n.c.

n.c.

n.c.

n.c.

GND
SER_TX
SER_RX

The figure above shows the pin out of the TCM 310x hardware.

3.2 Pin description and operational characteristics

HW Symbol Pin # Function Characteristics

GND 1, 5, 7, 17, 24, Ground connection Must be connected to GND; see 4.4
26, 28, 31
VDD 2 Supply voltage 2.6 V … 3.5 V
RVDD 8 RF supply voltage Leave open
regulator output
DVDD 25 Digital supply volt- 1.8 V
age Output current: max. 5 mA
regulator output
IOVDD 23 GPIO supply volt- Must be connected to desired inter-
age face supply voltage (see 3.4) See
also 3.2.1.
RESET 27 Reset input External 10 kΩ pull-down parallel to
>10nF capacitor recommended.
READ_EN 18 In read mode, the HIGH: read mode active
firmware version LOW: operating mode
and configuration Digital input, external 10 kΩ pull-
area can be read down parallel to >10nF capacitor
from the module recommended.
SER_RX 15 UART input See 3.6

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SER_TX 16 UART output See 3.6

RF_WHIP 4 RF output Output for whip antenna
RF_50 6 RF output 50 Ohm output for external antenna
n.c. 3, 9-14, 19-22, Not connected Do not connect!
29,30, 32-34

3.2.1 GPIO supply voltage - IOVDD

For digital communication with other circuitry the pins of the serial interface UART may be
operated from supply voltages different from DVDD. Therefore an interface voltage supply
pin IOVDD is available which must be connected either to DVDD or to an external supply
within the tolerated voltage range of IOVDD.

If DVDD=0 V (e.g. in any sleep mode or if VDD<VOFF) and IOVDD is supplied,

there may be unpredictable and varying current from IOVDD caused by internal
floating nodes. It must be taken care that the current into IOVDD does not exceed
10 mA while DVDD=0 V.

If DVDD=0 V and IOVDD is not supplied, do not apply voltage to any above men-
tioned pin. This may lead to unpredictable malfunction of the device.

IOVDD voltage must not exceed VDD voltage! A malfunction of the module may be
caused by such inverse supply!

3.3 Absolute maximum ratings (non operating)

Symbol Parameter Min Max Units
VDD Supply voltage at VDD -0.5 5.5 V
IOVDD GPIO supply voltage -0.5 3.6 V
GND Ground connection 0 0 V
VIND1 Voltage at RESET, and UART -0.5 3.6 V

3.4 Maximum ratings (operating)

Symbol Parameter Min Max Units
Supply voltage at VDD
VDD
TCM 310 2.6 3.6 V
IOVDD GPIO supply voltage (see also 3.2.1) 1.7 3.6 V
GND Ground connection 0 0 V
VIND1 Voltage at RESET, and UART 0 3.6 V
VDDR Max. ripple at VDD 50 mVpp

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3.5 System environment

In the figure below, TCM 310x is shown in a typical system environment.

3.6 Serial Interface

TCM 310x provides a bi-directional serial interface which conforms to the EnOcean ESP3
specification. For details regarding ESP3 please refer to the ESP3 specification 1. The data
rate on the serial interface is 58.8 kbit/s which is usually interoperable with systems run-
ning at 57.6 kbit/s.

Direction Nominal serial data rate Tolerance

TX (sent by module) 58823 bit/s (=57600 bit/s + 2.1%) < 50 ppm

RX (received by module) 58823 bit/s < 5%

The following ESP3 commands are supported:

 Type 1 Radio command for transparent mode

 Type 2 Responses
 Type 4 Event
o SA_CONFIRM_LEARN to confirm/discard learn in/out
o CO_READY to indicate wake up from deep sleep initiated by CO_WR_SLEEP
o CO_DUTYCYCLE_LIMIT to inform about a current limitation due to duty cycle
 Type 5 Common commands
o CO_WR_SLEEP to enter energy saving mode (deep sleep mode)
o CO_WR_RESET to reset the device
o CO_RD_VERSION to read SW/HW versions, chip ID etc.
o CO_RD_SYS_LOG to read system log from device data base
o CO_WR_SYS_LOG to reset system log from device data base
o CO_WR_BIST to perform flash BIST operation
o CO_WR_IDBASE to write ID range base number
o CO_RD_IDBASE to read ID range base number
o CO_WR_REPEATER to configure repeater functionality
o CO_RD_REPEATER to read repeater state

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o CO_WR_FILTER_ADD to add filter to filter list or to selective repeating

(up to 30 filters are supported)
o CO_WR_FILTER_DEL to delete filter from filter list or from selective repeating
o CO_WR_FILTER_DEL_ALL to delete all filter
o CO_WR_FILTER_ENABLE to enable/disable supplied filters
o CO_RD_FILTER to read supplied filters
o CO_WR_WAIT_MATURITY to wait maturity time before returning radio telegrams
o CO_WR_MEM for writing into memory
o CO_RD_MEM for reading memory
o CO_RD_MEM_ADDRESS to get addresses of special areas
o CO_RD_DUTYCYCLE_LIMIT to read information about current duty cycle limitations
 Type 6 Smart Acknowledge commands
o SA_WR_LEARNMODE to set/reset Smart Acknowledge learn mode
o SA_RD_LEARNMODE to get learn mode
o SA_WR_LEARNCONFIRM to add or delete a mailbox of a client
o SA_WR_RESET to send a reset command to a client
o SA_RD_LEARNEDCLIENTS to get learned mailboxes/clients
o SA_WR_POSTMASTER to activate/deactivate post master functionality
 Type 7 Remote Management messages up to 256 Bytes

All configuration values set via ESP3 commands are held in RAM and will therefore
be lost after RESET or after a deep sleep phase. Only Smart Ack mailboxes are
stored in FLASH and are available also after RESET or a deep sleep phase.

After sending a CO_WR_RESET command, the following CO_READY event indi-

cates wake up reason 06 meaning ”A memory request from the CPU core does not
correspond to any valid memory location.” This is caused by the real reset cause
used when CO_WR_RESET will be performed. It is not a SW/HW malfunction.

3.7 Built-in Repeater

TCM 310x provides the option to activate a one or two-level repeater for EnOcean radio
telegrams.

1-level repeater: If a received telegram is a valid and original (not yet repeated), the tele-
gram is repeated after a random delay. This delay will be chosen such that the maximum
TX maturity time (as standardized in ISO 14543-3-10) of 40ms will not be exceeded.

2-level repeater: If a received telegram is valid and original or repeated once, the telegram
is repeated after a random delay. This delay will be chosen such that the maximum TX ma-
turity time (as standardized in ISO 14543-3-10) of 40ms will not be exceeded.

Repeated telegrams are marked as “repeated” by an increased repeater counter. Configura-

tion of the repeater functionality is done via serial interface commands.

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When using repeaters, care must be taken to ensure that regulatory transmitter
duty cycle limits (if applicable) are not exceeded.

2-level repeating function should only be activated after careful study of the radio
conditions! Otherwise the system function can be compromised by collisions of
telegrams.

For detailed recommendations regarding the usage of repeaters please refer to our applica-
tion note EnOcean Wireless Systems - Installation Notes (PDF), 09/2010.

TCM310x also provides selective repeating. It is possible to add filters and these will be
applied during repeating. Selective repeating can be done based on:

 Sender ID
 Destination ID
 RORG
 dBm value

It is possible to define white lists or black lists for selective repeating and for filtering of
received radio telegrams passed via ESP3 independently.

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3.8 Smart Acknowledge

TCM 310x provides a post master function with 20 mailboxes for sensors using Smart Ac-
knowledge technology. For more information on smart acknowledge please refer to the
EnOcean End Equipment Profiles (EEP) 2.6 specification.

When teaching-in a device using Smart Acknowledge please take care to switch off
all TCM 3xy devices which are not continuously powered. Otherwise these TCM
3xy modules could be declared postmaster.
If power supply to such postmaster will be switched off then Smart Acknowledge
would not work due to the absence of the postmaster.

Smart Ack radio telegrams will be received and internally processed (post master,
mailbox, etc.). There is no forwarding of such telegrams to the serial ESP3 inter-
face.

3.9 Remote Management

TCM 310x provides a transparent radio channel also for remote management messages
with a message length of up to 256 bytes. This enables an external micro controller con-
nected to TCM 310 to handle remote management request from external devices or to con-
trol other devices via remote management.

For more information on remote management please refer to the EnOcean End Equipment
Profiles (EEP) 2.5 specification.

3.10 Suggested reset circuitry

In order to ensure reliable operation it is recommended to connect both the reset and the
READ_EN input with a 10 kΩ resistor in parallel with a 10 nF capacitor to ground. This
avoids spurious signal detection in very noisy environments.

The suggested circuit is shown below.

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4 APPLICATIONS INFORMATION

4.1 Transmission range

The main factors that influence the system transmission range are type and location of the
antennas of the receiver and the transmitter, type of terrain and degree of obstruction of
the link path, sources of interference affecting the receiver, and “dead” spots caused by
signal reflections from nearby conductive objects. Since the expected transmission range
strongly depends on this system conditions, range tests should categorically be performed
before notification of a particular range that will be attainable by a certain application.

The following figures for expected transmission range are considered by using a PTM, a
STM or a TCM radio transmitter device and the TCM radio receiver device with preinstalled
whip antenna and may be used as a rough guide only:

 Line-of-sight connections: Typically 30 m range in corridors, up to 100 m in halls

 Plasterboard walls / dry wood: Typically 30 m range, through max. 5 walls
 Line-of-sight connections: Typically 30 m range in corridors, up to 100 m in halls
 Ferro concrete walls / ceilings: Typically 10 m range, through max. 1 ceiling
 Fire-safety walls, elevator shafts, staircases and supply areas should be considered as
screening.

The angle at which the transmitted signal hits the wall is very important. The effective wall
thickness – and with it the signal attenuation – varies according to this angle. Signals
should be transmitted as directly as possible through the wall. Wall niches should be
avoided. Other factors restricting transmission range:

 Devices mounted on metal surfaces (shielding and detuning of antenna may cause heavy
loss of transmission range)
 Hollow lightweight walls filled with insulating wool on metal foil
 Suspended ceilings with panels of metal or carbon fibre
 Lead glass or glass with metal coating, steel furniture

The distance between EnOcean receivers and other transmitting devices such as com-
puters, audio and video equipment that also emit high-frequency signals should be at least
0.5 m

A summarized application note to determine the transmission range within buildings is

available as download from www.enocean.com.

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4.2 Antenna options

4.2.1 Overview

Several antenna types have been investigated by EnOcean. Please refer to our application
notes AN102, and AN105 which give an overview on our recommendations.
All TCM 310x modules have been approved with whip antenna, and TCM 310U with helical
antenna in addition.
In order to fulfil European radio requirements EnOcean proposes following antenna re-
quirements:

Frequency 868.000 – Antenna must be suited for this band

band 868.600 MHz
ISM
Antenna type Passive Mandatory for radio conformity

Impedance ~50 Ohm Mandatory for radio conformity

Maximum gain ≤ 0 dBd Mandatory for radio conformity

In addition it is important to fulfill the following requirements in order to achieve compati-

bility with other EnOcean products and to ensure excellent EMI robustness:
VSWR ≤ 3:1 Important for compatibility with EnOcean protocol

Return Loss > 6 dB Important for compatibility with EnOcean protocol

Bandwidth ≤ 20 MHz Important if 10 V/m EMI robustness required for device

For 902.875 MHz modules (TCM 310U) please note that a full approval is
needed if modules are used with antennas other than the specified anten-
nas.

4.2.2 Whip antenna

868.3 MHz
Antenna: 86 mm wire, connect to RF_WHIP
Minimum GND plane: 38 mm x 18 mm
Minimum distance space: 10 mm

902.875 MHz
Antenna: 64 mm wire, connect to RF_WHIP
Minimum GND plane: 50 mm x 50 mm
Minimum distance space: 10 mm

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4.2.3 Helical antenna

902.875 MHz
limited modular approval available
please contact EnOcean for MOQ and mandatory limited modular approval user agreement
according to drawing below, connect to RF_WHIP
Minimum GND plane: 35 mm x 30 mm
Minimum distance space: 10 mm

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4.2.4 Chip antenna (supplier: Mitsubishi Material, Type AM11DG-ST01)

902.875 MHz
Limited modular approval is available. Please contact EnOcean to sign the mandatory lim-
ited modular approval user agreement. Dimensions may not be shortened. Matching circuit
is part of the limited modular approval and may not be changed. Minimum top and bottom
side ground plane required as shown below. Connect ground planes using multiple via as
shown. Connect matching circuit to RF_50. Use High Q wire wound inductors, e.g. 0603
Murata LQW18A series. Matching circuits values: L1 = 3.9 nH; L2 = 33 nH, L3 = 12 nH.
This antenna evaluation board is available upon request for use with EnOcean EDK 350 de-
veloper kit.

For any further questions or chip antenna quotes, please refer to Mitsubishi Materials web-
site at www.mmea.com or email to [email protected].

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4.3 Recommendations for laying a whip antenna

 PCB with GND

PCB without GND

Antenna too close

to GND area


Antenna end led
back to foot point Antenna too close
to GND area

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4.4 Power supply requirements

In order to provide a good radio performance, great attention must be paid to the power
supply and a correct layout and shielding. It is recommended to place a 22 µF ceramic ca-
pacitor between VDD and GND close to the module (material: X5R, X7R, min 6.3 V to avoid
derating effects).

In addition, an HF SMD EMI Suppression Ferrite Bead such as the Würth WE-CBF HF SMD
EMI Suppression Ferrite Bead (Würth order number 742863160) shall be inserted in the
power supply line.

For best performance it is recommended to keep the ripple on the power supply rail below
10 mVpp (see 3.4).

All GND pins must be connected to GND. Be careful not to create loops! The
ground must be realized ideally on both sides of the PCB board with many vias. At
least there must be a short star connection. Otherwise RF performance can be
reduced!

4.5 Layout recommendations

The length of lines connected to I/Os should not exceed 5 cm.

It is recommended to have a complete GND layer in the application PCB, at least

in the area below the module and directly connected components (e.g. mid-layer
of your application PCB).
Due to unisolated test points there are live signals accessible on the bottom side
of the module.
Please follow the following advices to prevent interference with your application
circuit:
 We suggest avoiding any copper structure in the area directly underneath
the module (top-layer layout of your application PCB). If this is not possible
in your design, please provide coating on top of your PCB to prevent short
circuits to the module. All bare metal surfaces including vias have to be
covered (e.g. adequate layout of solder resist).
 It is mandatory that the area marked by the circle in the figure below is
kept clear of any conductive structures in the top layer and 0.3 mm below.
Otherwise RF performance will be degraded!
Furthermore, any distortive signals (e.g. bus signals or power lines) should not be
routed underneath the module. If such signals are present in your design, we sug-
gest separating them by using a ground plane between module and these signal
lines.

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4.5.1 Recommended foot pattern

Top layer

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Solder resist top layer

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Solder paste top layer

The data above are also available as EAGLE library.

In order to ensure good solder quality a solder mask thickness of 150 µm is recommended.

In case a 120 µm solder mask is used, it is recommended to enlarge the solder print. The
pads on the solder print should then be 0.1 mm larger than the pad dimensions of the
module as specified in chapter 2.3. (not relative to the above drawing).

Nevertheless an application and production specific test regarding the amount of soldering
paste should be performed to find optimum parameters.

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4.6 Soldering information

TCM 310x shall be soldered according to IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020C standard.

TCM 310 shall be handled according to Moisture Sensitivity Level MSL3 which means a floor
time of 168h. TCM 310 may be soldered only once, since one time is already consumed at
production of the module itself.

Once the dry pack bag is opened, the desired quantity of units should be removed and the
bag resealed within two hours. If the bag is left open longer than 30 minutes the desiccant
should be replaced with dry desiccant. If devices have exceeded the specified floor life
time, they may be baked according IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033B at max. 90°C for less than 60h.

Devices packaged in moisture-proof packaging should be stored in ambient conditions not

exceeding temperatures of 40 °C or humidity levels of 90% r.H.

TCM 310x modules shall be soldered within 6 months after delivery!

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4.7 Tape & Reel specification

Tape running direction

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5 AGENCY CERTIFICATIONS

The modules have been tested to fulfil the requirements for RED (TCM 310) and FCC/ISED
(TCM 310U) based on the built-in firmware.

5.1 Radio Equipment Directive (RED) for the European Union

The Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU, typically referred to as RED) replaces the old
R&TTE directive from 1999 as regulatory framework for radio products in the European Un-
ion. All products sold to final customers after 12th of June, 2017 have to be compliant to
RED. At the time of writing, the text of the RED legislation was available from this link:
http://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2014/53/oj

Dolphin radio modules such as TCM 310 are components which are delivered to OEM manu-
facturers for their use in final or combined products.

It is the responsibility of the OEM manufacturer to demonstrate compliance to all applicable

EU directives and standards. The attestation of conformity for TCM 310 serves as input to
the declaration of conformity for the full product.

At the time of writing, guidance on the implementation of EU product rules – the so called
“Blue Guide” – was available from this link:
http://ec.europa.eu/DocsRoom/documents/18027/

Specifically within the new RED framework, all OEM manufacturers have for instance to
fulfill the following additional requirements:

 Provide product branding (on the product) clearly identifying company name or
brand and product name as well as type, charge or serial number for market surveil-
lance

 Include (with the product) documentation containing full postal address of the man-
ufacturer as well as radio frequency band and max. transmitting power

 Include (with the product) user manual, safety information and a declaration of con-
formity for the final product in local language

 Provide product development and test documentation upon request

Please contact an accredited test house for detailed guidance.

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Duty cycle lock for 868.3 MHz

In order to ensure the 1% duty cycle is not exceeded a watcher is implemented in firm-
ware. This watcher limits the transmission of telegrams beyond the defined 1 % boundary.
The EnOcean Duty cycle watcher implementation works as follows: the 60 minute regula-
tory interval is divided into 10 rolling time slots of equal length. For each of these time
slots, the total transmission time is recorded. In addition to that, the transmission time in
the current time slot is recorded. New telegrams will only be transmitted if the total trans-
mission time in the previous 10 time slots (representing a full 60 minute interval), the
transmission time in the current time slot, and the transmission time of the current tele-
gram combined do not exceed the regulatory limit. The time slots are rotating, freeing al-
ways the last slot.

5.2 FCC (United States) Certification

TCM 310U LIMITED MODULAR APPROVAL

This is an RF module approved for Limited Modular use operating as an intentional trans-
mitting device with respect to 47 CFR 15.231(a-c) and is limited to OEM installation. The
module is optimized to operate using small amounts of energy, and may be powered by a
battery. The module transmits short radio packets comprised of control signals, (in some
cases the control signal may be accompanied with data) such as those used with alarm sys-
tems, door openers, remote switches, and the like. The module does not support continu-
ous streaming of voice, video, or any other forms of streaming data; it sends only short
packets containing control signals and possibly data. The module is designed to comply
with, has been tested according to 15.231(a-c), and has been found to comply with each
requirement. Thus, a finished device containing the TCM 310U radio module can be oper-
ated in the United States without additional Part 15 FCC approval (approval(s) for uninten-
tional radiators may be required for the OEM’s finished product), under EnOcean’s FCC ID
number. This greatly simplifies and shortens the design cycle and development costs for
OEM integrators. The module can be triggered manually or automatically, which cases are
described below.

Manual Activation
The radio module can be configured to transmit a short packetized control signal if trig-
gered manually. The module can be triggered, by pressing a switch, for example.
The packet contains one (or more) control signals that is(are) intended to control some-
thing at the receiving end. The packet may also contain data. Depending on how much en-
ergy is available from the energy source, subsequent manual triggers can initiate the
transmission of additional control signals. This may be necessary if prior packet(s)
was(were) lost to fading or interference. Subsequent triggers can also be initiated as a pre-
caution if any doubt exists that the first packet didn’t arrive at the receiver. Each packet
that is transmitted, regardless of whether it was the first one or a subsequent one, will only
be transmitted if enough energy is available from the energy source.

Automatic Activation
The radio module also can be configured to transmit a short packetized control signal
if triggered automatically, by a relevant change of its inputs or in response to receiving a
signal from another transmitter, for example. Again, the packet contains a control signal
that is intended to control something at the receiving end and may also contain data. As

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above, it is possible for the packet to get lost and never reach the receiver. However, if
enough energy is available from the energy source, and the module has been configured to
do so, then another packet or packets containing the control signal may be transmitted at a
later time.
The device is capable to operate as a repeater, which can receive signals from the following
list of FCC/IC approved transmitters, and retransmit the signals.

TCM 310U:

 PTM 210U FCC ID:SZV-PTM210U IC:5713A-PTM210U

 PTM 330U FCC ID:SZV-PTM330U IC:5713A-PTM330U
 STM 300U FCC ID:SZV-STM300U IC:5713A-STM300U
 STM 320U FCC ID:SZV-STM320U IC:5713A-STM320U
 STM 332U FCC ID:SZV-STM332U IC:5713A-STM332U
 TCM 300U FCC ID:SZV-STM300U IC:5713A-STM300U
 TCM 310U FCC ID:SZV-STM300U IC:5713A-STM300U
 TCM 320U FCC ID:SZV-TCM320U IC:5713A-TCM320U

OEM Requirements
In order to use EnOcean’s FCC ID number, the OEM must ensure that the following condi-
tions are met:

 End users of products, which contain the module, must not have the ability to alter the
firmware that governs the operation of the module. The agency grant is valid only when
the module is incorporated into a final product by OEM integrators.

 The end-user must not be provided with instructions to remove, adjust or install the
module.

 The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) must ensure that FCC labeling require-
ments are met. This includes a clearly visible label on the outside of the final product.
Attaching a label to a removable portion of the final product, such as a battery cover, is
not permitted. The label must include the following text:

TCM 310U:

Contains FCC ID: SZV-STM300U

The enclosed device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (i.) this device may not cause harmful interference and
(ii.) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

When the device is so small or for such use that it is not practicable to place the state-
ment above on it, the information required by this paragraph shall be placed in a promi-
nent location in the instruction manual or pamphlet supplied to the user or, alternative-
ly, shall be placed on the container in which the device is marketed. However, the FCC
identifier or the unique identifier, as appropriate, must be displayed on the device.

The user manual for the end product must also contain the text given above.

 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by EnOcean could void the user's au-
thority to operate the equipment.

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 The module must be used with only the following approved antenna(s).

Part Number Type Gain

N.A. Wire/Monopole 1.0 dBi
ANT 300 Helical (TCM 310U only) 1.0 dBi
AM11DG-ST01 Chip (TCM 310U only) 1.0 dBi

 The OEM must ensure that timing requirements according to 47 CFR 15.231(a-c) are
met.

 The OEM must sign the OEM Limited Modular Approval Agreement with EnOcean

5.3 FCC Regulatory Statements

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

IMPORTANT! Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a par-
ticular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the re-
ceiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

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5.4 ISED (former Industry Canada) Certification

In order to use EnOcean’s IC number, the OEM must ensure that the following conditions
are met:

 Labeling requirements for Industry Canada are similar to those required by the FCC.
The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) must ensure that IC labeling requirements
are met. A clearly visible label on the outside of a non-removable part of the final prod-
uct must include the following text:

TCM 310U:
Contains IC: 5713A-STM300U
Contient le module d'émission IC: 5713A-STM300U

 The OEM must sign the OEM Limited Modular Approval Agreement with EnOcean

Pour utiliser le numéro IC EnOcean, le OEM doit s'assurer que les conditions suivantes sont
remplies:

 Les exigences d'étiquetage pour Industrie Canada sont similaires à ceux exigés par la
FCC. Le fabricant d'équipement d'origine (OEM) doit s'assurer que les exigences en
matière d'étiquetage IC sont réunies. Une étiquette clairement visible à l'extérieur d'une
partie non amovible du produit final doit contenir le texte suivant:

TCM 310U:
Contains IC: 5713A-STM300U
Contient le module d'émission IC: 5713A-STM300U

 L'OEM doit signer l'accord OEM limitée Approbation modulaire avec EnOcean

5.5 ISED Regulatory Statements

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils
radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1)
l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter
tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compro-
mettre le fonctionnement.

IMPORTANT! Tous les changements ou modifications pas expressément approuvés par la

partie responsable de la conformité ont pu vider l’autorité de l’utilisateur pour actioner cet
équipment.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada

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