MC1319x RF Test Modes Application Note
Application note detailing SPI register programming for RF test modes in MC1319x 802.15.4 transceivers, including carrier transmission and PRBS9 data packet testing.
Overview
This document outlines the programming interface details and procedures required to implement RF test modes for the Freescale MC1319x series (MC13191, MC13192, and MC13193) 802.15.4 transceivers. It specifies SPI register assignments for power amplifier control, bit error rate testing, and phase shift modulator settings. The note provides step-by-step instructions for transmitter modes, such as continuous unmodulated carrier transmission, continuous modulated carrier transmission using repeating symbols, and PRBS9 data packet transmission. It also describes a continuous receiver mode for measuring current consumption during RF reception.
Use Cases
- RF performance characterization in laboratory environments
- Implementation of manufacturing test procedures
- Regulatory and standards certification testing
- Measuring TX and RX current consumption
Topics
Referenced Parts
Freescale Semiconductor
The MC13192 and MC13193 transceivers are capable of two data transfer modes: (Packet Mode and Streaming Mode).
Freescale Semiconductor
The MC13192 and MC13193 transceivers are capable of two data transfer modes: (Packet Mode and Streaming Mode).
| MC13191 | Freescale Semiconductor | The MC13191 transceiver supports only Packet Mode. |
| MC13192 | Freescale Semiconductor | The MC13192 and MC13193 transceivers are capable of two data transfer modes: (Packet Mode and Streaming Mode). |
| MC13193 | Freescale Semiconductor | The MC13192 and MC13193 transceivers are capable of two data transfer modes: (Packet Mode and Streaming Mode). |