BACKGROUND
Ex consumer communications device that no longer had a purpose in life, in it's original form. I always take a look inside to see what modules or parts may be useful in other custom projects or even for servicing of other equipment and this module fits the bill perfectly.
Fully functioning, the communications device was functioning perfectly but old technology so as a complete piece of equipment, pretty limited in appeal but this module has potential for use in other equipment or projects!
This small module is actually a pretty amazing design, especially since it incorporates both Wi-Fi and Bluetooth communications capability. I do have the module technical information but you can also view this same information HERE or, if you request it, I am happy to provide the hardcopy specifications (architectural layout, pin designation etc)
SPECIAL NOTE: Although I could view the documents online, I could not open the pdf in Acrobat - something is dicky with the file ... so I have printed out the manual in case someone would like a hardcopy.
ITON TECHNOLOGY CORP - Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Transceiver Module
Country of origin: China
Type: BW2570-PCIE
Some basic technical specifications ...
Wi-Fi Key Features
• IEEE 802.11ac Draft compliant
• Dual-stream spatial multiplexing from 1 Mbps up to 866.7 Mbps data rates
• Supports 20, 40, and 80 MHz channels with optional Short GI(SGI) (256QAM modulation)
• Full IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n legacy compatibility with enhanced performance
• Supports IEEE 802.11ac/n beam forming
• On-chip power amplifiers and low-noise amplifiers for both bands
• Supports various RF front-end architectures including:
- Three antennas design: two separate antennas (Core0 and Core1 to WLAN) and a separate
antenna to Bluetooth
• Supports PCIe Gen2 interfaces
Bluetooth Key Features
• Complies with Bluetooth Core Specification Version 4.1 + EDR with provisions for supporting future
specifications
• Bluetooth Class 1 or Class 2 transmitter operation
• Adaptive frequency hopping(AFH) for reducing radio frequency interference
• USB 2.0 full-speed (12Mbps) supported for Bluetooth
• Supports Serial Flash interface
• Incorporates GFSK for 1Mbps, Pi/4-DQPSK for 2Mbps and 8-DPSK for 3Mbps to support EDR
52pin I/O connector plus RF antenna connectors (3)
A great deal more information is available either online or in the hardcopy that I have, including the connector pin out functions.
TESTING:
Fully operational prior to removal from the communications device and all "operating" undertaken under standard ESD protection measures to ensure no damage during the removal process.
COSMETIC CONDITION:
USED
Clean
I have decided to leave the antenna coax in place (3) and also the Bluetooth antenna was easy to remove and retain so that is included but NO Wi-Fi antennae (they were stick on types and removal without destroying them was not possible)
Since removal standard ESD practices have been undertaken and now I have packed the module itself within a sealed ESD packet ready while it awaits to start work once again.
