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1.0 Introduction of MiniSatCom

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The MiniSatCom UHF Transceiver is a small radio used for two-way data communications in unique applications. MiniSatCom is designed to support the unmanned spacecraft industry, various autonomous systems, and terrestrial applications. To ensure compliance of assembly quality, MiniSatCom is assembled to IPC J-STD-001ES space grade soldering standards.
Full Scale: 44 x 30 x 5 mm 1 Watt Half-Duplex SDR 420 - 450 MHz Module 902 - 928 MHz Module *other frequencies available

Promote a fast development with advanced development tools. Our full kit includes two spaceflight-certified radios, two development radios, two development boards, a logic analyzer, and sample code to get you started. With our radio hardware, developers can be talking within hours of opening the package without soldering.

MiniSatCom is 44mm by 30mm by 5mm, allowing you to integrate into any project. Each radio is half-duplex, producing up to 1W of RF power. One unit fits comfortably in the PocketQube form factor. Two or more units fit comfortably in the CubeSat form factor. Achieve full dual band operations in your CubeSat by using two MiniSatCom units, and also achieve a redundant communication link. MiniSatCom also works well as a backup transceiver for larger spacecraft. The electronics case is metal. The finished electrical system is potted into the metal enclosure allowing for full support of the electronics in heavy load conditions.

1.1

Conforms to the MiniSatCom form factor, defining electrical, mechanical interfaces, and logic interface. User programmable between 420 MHz and 450 MHz This product is available through various retailers as the MiniSatCom 420-450 Developers Kit. Other packaging options including bulk orders are available.

MiniSatCom 420-450 Transceiver Module

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Conforms to the MiniSatCom form factor, defining electrical, mechanical interfaces, and user interface. User programmable between 902 MHz and 928 MHz This product is available through various retailers as the MiniSatCom 902-928 Developers Kit. Other packaging options including bulk orders are available. The MiniSatCom can be custom ordered to use any of the following frequency ranges: 300 - 348 MHz, 387 - 464 MHz, and 779 - 928 MHz. Lead time is approximately 6 weeks. **Final integration specifications to be released soon.**
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MiniSatCom 902-928 Transceiver Module

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1.3 Definitions

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MiniSatCom - A series of UHF transceivers sharing a common electrical, mechanical, and logic interface UHF - Ultra High Frequency, defined by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers as radio waves between 300 MHz and 1 GHz Spaceflight-Certified MiniSatCom - Defined by RadioBro, individually tested with vibration testing, circuits inspected individually by X-Ray, RF power system individually analyzed J-STD-001ES - Defined by Joint Industry Standard, Space Applications Electronic Hardware Addendum to IPC J-STD-001E Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies.

2.0

Direct control of the RF amplifier power enable, a critical feature regarding radio licensing compliance. RF power can be software defined from +30dbm (1Watt) to -30dbm (.001mW), allowing the user to take control of the power requirements. The radio is powered by most satellites without customization, accepting anywhere from 3.0-5.5V. There is internal power conditioning. Data input and output interactions can be set to a variety of voltages, 1.8-5.5V. There is a built-in voltage level-shifter. Satellite developers can use any of the following data protocols to interact with the radio: SPI, TWI, USART, Serial TTL with handshaking. RF path uses an MMCX connector, a reliable miniature coax connector. A bypass load protects the radio if transmissions are sent without an external antenna engaged. The MMCX can be connected using a cable connection or board mount. This allows for custom antenna to be utilized. The outer shell of the radio is a rugged metal case ensuring durability and protection from contaminants in your lab and operating environment.

Highlighted Features of MiniSatCom

2.1 Spaceflight-Certification:
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Full Performance Check Vibration test each unit, simulating the launch environment. GSFC-STD-7000A X Ray each radio board to ensure structural integrity and solder joint quality Bake out each radio to clean off any remaining debris, 10^-4 Torr for 3 hours TEMPERATURE? Full Performance Check

2.2

CubeSat Integration and PocketQube Integration

The MiniSatCom transceivers are designed to support the CubeSat market. Two modules can be integrated to provide redundant functionality of communications in a CubeSat. The size of the radio is so small that a CubeSat developer can easily integrate two units in a single slab. The MiniSatCom radios are small enough to fit in a PocketQube, leaving plenty of room for your satellite systems and experiment. The profile dimensions are 30mm by 44mm, with a thickness of 5mm. **Final integration specifications to be released soon.**
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2.3 Manufacturing Information

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The MiniSatCom transceiver is built to J-STD-001ES. This is the highest soldering standard recognized by industry, specifically oriented for long-duration spacecraft. Click here for more information on J-STD-001ES.

2.3.1 Manufacturing Highlights:

Circuit boards made in the USA All parts assembled in the USA The assemblies are cleaned and sealed to prevent water and contaminates from penetrating the parts and circuit board layers. Accelerated life testing is available on a sample of each production batch to ensure durability and longevity on Earth and in orbit, per request.

2.4

AX.25 packet protocol (G3RUH compatible) Physical layer of OSI model Checksum verification LFSR bit scrambling NRZI AES Data Encryption/Decryption

Communication Protocol

2.5

Modulation options: 2-FSK, 4-FSK, GFSK, MSK 600 to 600000 bits/second (depending on modulation)

RF Properties

2.5.1 Transmission

Transmit high power mode: 30dBm (1000mW) Transmit low power mode: 10dBm (10mW) Transmit direct mode: -30dBm (0.001mW)

2.5.2 Receiver

High sensitivity mode (low noise amplifier): -120dB Low sensitivity mode: -100dBm **Final integration specifications to be released soon.**

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GND Vin 3-5.5 V VCC IO 1.8-5.5V Update Notice/DSR SPI MISO SPI SS USART RX USART DTR TWI SCl Output 1 I I I O O I O I I O 12 34 56 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 I GND I Vin 3-5.5 V I RF Amplifier enable I SPI MOSI I SPI SCK I USART TX O USART CTS I USART XCK IO TWI SDA O Output 2

MiniSatCom Development Board

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Description Direction Pin #

Development and Testing Board for MiniSatCom UHF Radio Module

USB User Input

Input from power source (USB or User PWR) Input from 18pin Header

Footprint: 44 x 30mm Electrical plug: 10 x 2 header, 0.050in pitch

Antenna Cradle

The MiniSatCom Breakout Interface allows you to plug in a MiniSatCom transceiver and utilize every pin of the radio. As a developer, you get full control over the pins and can play with it. Along with a built in antenna, you can get some work done quickly. Optional USB Interface Optional direct access to every pin Direct ports to logic analyzer Direct ports to oscilloscope test points

UP: Output serial to FTDI

DOWN: Output serial to rockers

4.0

Breakout Board Deployable antenna module for CubeSat and PocketQube Outdoor protective enclosure for ground station operations

Future Development

5.0 Limitations

Not intended for any operation involving human life Not radiation tolerant at this time Product features are subject to change without notice

6.0

Package Options
Developers Kit

420-450 2

Essentials Kit
* 420-450 MHz Module * 420-450 MHz Module

420-450 1 1

Training Kit

420-450

Developers Kit
* 902-928 MHz Module

902-928 2 2

Essentials Kit
* 902-928 MHz Module * 902-928 MHz Module

902-928 1 1

Training Kit

902-928

Spaceflight-Certified MiniSatCom Transceiver Development MiniSatCom Transceiver MiniSatCom Development Board Logic Analyzer Sample Code

* 420-450 MHz Module * 420-450 MHz Module

* 420-450 MHz Module

* 902-928 MHz Module

* 902-928 MHz Module

2 1 Yes

1 Yes

1 Yes

2 1 Yes

1 Yes

1 Yes

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RadioBro welcomes custom orders working through your retailer. Custom orders can achieve customer-specified testing requirements, customer-specified frequency range, customer-specified software or interfacing, bulk discounts, and special integration or engineering support.
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Custom Orders