Overview
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Explore the nRF21540 RF front-end module (FEM) for range extension and link robustness improvements in Nordic Semiconductor's nRF52 and nRF53 Series SoCs. Learn about its support for Bluetooth Low Energy, Bluetooth mesh, Thread, Zigbee, and 2.4 GHz proprietary protocols in this 39-minute webinar recording. Discover the nRF21540's highlights, applications, and technical overview, as well as the nRF21540 Development Bundle (DB) for kickstarting development. Gain insights into the module's benefits, link budgets with different Nordic SoCs, TX gain adjustment, and software support. Understand operational states, FEM control, and how to add support in nRF Connect SDK samples. Examine reference circuitry and current numbers to fully grasp the capabilities of this range-extending solution.
Syllabus
Introduction
nRF21540 RF FEM Highlights and Applications
nRF21540 Technical Overview
nRF21540 Development Bundle Overview
Benefits of nRF21540
nRF21540 Link Budgets with different Nordic SoCs
How to adjust TX gain and nRF21540 SW support
Operational states and FEM control
nRF21540 DB software support and adding support in other nRF Connect SDK samples
Reference circuitry
nRF21540 current numbers
Taught by
Nordic Semiconductor