RFM introduces DNT2400 FHSS module

The DNT2400 operates in the 2.4GHz ISM band.

It is a multi-purpose multi-function OEM RF module suitable for a variety of applications, including SCADA applications, industrial automation and control and wireless-sensor networking.

The RFM advanced-networking features and robust proprietary frequency-hopping technology found in the DNT2400 provide reliable radio at a low single-piece price.

Over-the-air data rates vary from 38.4 to 500kbps while the transmit power can be adjusted from 1 to 100mW.

Additionally, the DNT2400 provides total flexibility in how fast the radio hops, how bandwidth is allocated between remotes and the base, support for co-located networks and a variety of sleep modes.

Designers can configure the DNT2400 for multiple products needing different radio performances.

The DNT2400 is pin-for-pin compatible with RFM's DNT900, giving designers the option of 2.4GHz or 900MHz operation in a single design.

The DNT2400 provides a TDMA mode for guaranteed bandwidth as well as a CSMA mode that supports networks of unlimited numbers of nodes.

RFM's advanced networking features and robust frequency-hopping technology along with a full 24-bit CRC and ARQ error-detection and correction scheme provide an extremely reliable radio with sophisticated features.

For WSN applications, the DNT2400 provides the ability to collect sensor data directly from devices using its analogue and digital I/O to wirelessly transmit sensor data.

The DNT2400 features standard UART serial ports as well as a collection of three ADC inputs, two DAC outputs and six GPIOs, making it ideal for most sensor applications.

The DNT2400 can auto-report sensor data and sleep in between reports, making it suitable for battery operation.

RFM offers a developer kit - the DNT2400DK - to help design engineers fast-track their designs.

The DNT2400DK developer kit will be available in early July from RFM distributors Avnet, Digi-Key, Mouser Electronics and Nu Horizons.