Texas Instruments CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR

Overview

CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR from Texas Instruments is a Wi-Fi antenna diversity evaluation module designed to support antenna selection testing for CC3200-based IoT applications. It integrates dual orthogonal on-board chip antennas (horizontal and vertical), U.Fl connectors for conducted RF testing, and a Skyworks SKY13351-378LF SPDT switch for antenna path control. The module operates at 2.4 GHz and requires 3.3 V power supplied directly from the CC3200-LAUNCHXL development board.

For engineers reviewing the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR datasheet, CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR pinout, CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR application, or CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR equivalent, this BoosterPack enables real-time antenna diversity evaluation in Wi-Fi range extension, signal strength optimization, and RF path characterization workflows - critical for embedded wireless system validation.

Technical Context

The CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR implements antenna diversity via hardware-controlled RF switching using the SKY13351-378LF GaAs SPDT switch (2.0–6.0 GHz), enabling selection between two horizontal and two vertical chip antennas (E1–E6) or external U.Fl-connected antennas (J17/J18). Antenna path configuration is managed through discrete resistor population per Table 2-1 in SWRU387.

It interfaces exclusively with TI's CC3200-LAUNCHXL (Rev 4.0-A or later) via standardized 2×10-pin LaunchPad headers (P1–P4), drawing 3.3 V power without onboard regulation. Signal routing includes GPIO-controlled antenna selection logic implemented with SN74AVCH2T45 bus transceivers and 74AHC1GU04 inverters - all powered and controlled by the host LaunchPad.

Key Specifications

Availability

CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for Wi-Fi antenna evaluation, RF path characterization, and embedded IoT wireless validation requiring stable component supply and traceable sourcing for prototyping and pre-production design phases.

Supply support for CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor company specializing in analog, embedded processing, and connectivity technologies for industrial, automotive, and consumer applications.

This module belongs to TI's SimpleLink™ Wi-Fi BoosterPack family, engineered specifically to accelerate RF subsystem validation and antenna performance benchmarking for CC31xx/CC32xx wireless MCUs in early-stage IoT development.

FAQ

What is the primary function of the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR?

The CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR is a hardware evaluation module that enables antenna diversity testing for TI's CC3200 Wi-Fi SoC. It provides selectable on-board chip antennas and U.Fl ports to compare RF performance across multiple orientations and external antenna configurations - supporting signal strength optimization and range extension analysis without modifying the host CC3200-LAUNCHXL firmware or layout. The CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR does not contain a processor or run software independently.

Which development boards is the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR compatible with?

The CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR is mechanically and electrically designed for direct connection to the Texas Instruments CC3200-LAUNCHXL (LaunchPad) revision 4.0-A or later, using standard 2×10-pin headers (P1–P4). It also supports interoperability with the CC3100-BOOST (Rev 3.3+) when paired with an external MCU like the MSP430FR5529. Compatibility relies on physical header alignment and correct jumper/resistor configuration - the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR itself contains no active logic or protocol translation.

Does the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR include its own power regulation?

No, the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR has no onboard LDO or voltage regulator. It draws all operating power (3.3 V) directly from the CC3200-LAUNCHXL via the P1–P4 headers. This design eliminates redundant regulation but requires the host LaunchPad to be powered - typically via USB - before connecting the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR. Power sequencing is handled automatically by the LaunchPad, and no external power supply is needed for the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR.

How is antenna selection configured on the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR?

Antenna selection on the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR is performed by populating specific surface-mount resistors (R44–R50) as defined in Table 2-1 of SWRU387. Each combination selects either one of four chip antennas (E1–E6) or a U.Fl port (J17 or J18). No software or GPIO toggling is required - the configuration is static and hardware-defined. The SKY13351-378LF SPDT switch routes RF signals based solely on these passive resistor placements, making selection deterministic and repeatable across test setups.

Can the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR be used for FCC pre-compliance testing?

The CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR is intended for R&D and antenna evaluation only, not final product certification. While it supports conducted RF measurements via its U.Fl connectors (J17/J18), TI explicitly states in SWRU387 that the module is not FCC-approved and must be used in shielded environments or under experimental licenses per FCC Part 15 rules. For formal compliance, users must integrate the CC3200 SoC into a fully certified end-product design - the CC3200MODR1M2AMOBR itself cannot serve as a compliant final device.