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Silicon Labs RD-0002-0201

Name: RD-0002-0201
Brand: Silicon Labs
SKU: RD-0002-0201
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Part No.:: RD-0002-0201

Manufacturer:: Silicon Labs

Category:: RF, RFID, Wireless Evaluation Boards

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Overview

RD-0002-0201 from Silicon Laboratories is a ZigBee/IEEE 802.15.4 System-on-Chip integrating a 32-bit ARM® Cortex-M3 processor, 2.4 GHz transceiver, 512 kB flash, 64 kB RAM, and AES128 encryption accelerator. It operates from 2.1–3.6 V, delivers +3 dBm TX output (configurable to +8 dBm), and achieves –100 dBm RX sensitivity. It targets battery-powered wireless sensor nodes in smart energy and home automation systems.

For engineers reviewing the RD-0002-0201 datasheet, RD-0002-0201 pinout, RD-0002-0201 application, or RD-0002-0201 equivalent, key selection criteria include integrated MAC hardware acceleration, deep-sleep current of 1.0 µA (with RAM retention), 24 configurable GPIOs, USB serial option, and QFN48 package compatibility with Ember's EM358x reference designs.

Technical Context

The RD-0002-0201 implements a full IEEE 802.15.4-2003 PHY/MAC stack in hardware, including automatic ACK handling, clear channel assessment, and CRC generation. Its ARM Cortex-M3 core runs at 6/12/24 MHz with MPU support for privileged/user mode separation-enabling secure isolation between ZigBee stack and application firmware.

RF performance includes configurable boost mode extending link budget to 110 dB, robust coexistence with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth via integrated receive filtering, and dual-oscillator support (24 MHz crystal + optional 32.768 kHz crystal or internal RC oscillators) for precise timing and ultra-low-power sleep wake-up in under 110 µs.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
Core Processor	ARM Cortex-M3, 32-bit, supports privileged/user modes and MPU for memory protection
Flash / RAM	512 kB flash with read protection; 64 kB RAM-sufficient for full ZigBee PRO stack plus custom application
RF Performance	–100 dBm RX sensitivity (1% PER); +3 dBm nominal TX output, software-configurable up to +8 dBm
Power Consumption	1.0 µA deep-sleep current with RAM retained; 27 mA RX current (CPU active at 12 MHz)
Peripherals	24 GPIOs with Schmitt triggers; UART/SPI/TWI; optional USB; 10-bit ADC; AES128 hardware accelerator
Package	7×7 mm, 48-pin QFN-compatible with standard reflow profiles and low-profile antenna integration

Pinout & Package

RD-0002-0201 is housed in a 7×7 mm, 48-pin QFN package with exposed thermal pad. Pin assignments follow the EM358x family layout, supporting single-supply operation (2.1–3.6 V), dual-crystal options (24 MHz primary + 32.768 kHz optional), and RF I/O on dedicated differential pairs.

Pin/Terminal	Circuit Role	Design Meaning
VDD_PADS	Primary power supply input	Accepts 2.1–3.6 V; powers GPIOs, regulators, and digital I/O; requires local decoupling
VDD_CORE	Core voltage supply	Internally regulated 1.25 V ±7%; powers CPU, NVIC, and MPU-no external regulation needed
RF_P / RF_N	Differential RF transceiver interface	Direct connection to balun; supports 2.4 GHz O-QPSK modulation per IEEE 802.15.4
OSCA / OSCB	24 MHz crystal oscillator terminals	Drives main system clock; requires 18 pF load capacitors; mandatory for full-speed operation
nRESET	Active-low reset input	Asynchronous reset signal; internal pull-up; compatible with pushbutton or microcontroller-driven reset logic
SWCLK / SWDIO	Serial Wire Debug interface	Enables non-intrusive JTAG/SWD programming and real-time trace via ARM-standard debug infrastructure

Key Features

Feature	Design Value
Hardware-accelerated MAC	Offloads CSMA-CA, ACK generation, CCA, and packet filtering from CPU-reducing latency and freeing >30% CPU cycles
AES128 encryption engine	Dedicated cryptographic block enabling sub-10 µs encryption/decryption-critical for ZigBee security layer compliance
Multi-oscillator timing system	Combines 24 MHz crystal (high-accuracy TX/RX timing) with internal HF RC (110 µs wake-up) and LF RC (low-power sleep timer)
24 configurable GPIOs	All support Schmitt-trigger inputs and programmable drive strength-enabling direct interface to sensors, LEDs, and switches without external buffers
Packet Trace Interface (PTI)	Non-intrusive, real-time capture of all RF packets via dedicated trace port-essential for ZigBee network debugging and protocol validation

Applications

Smart Energy Metering	Home Automation Hub
Use Scenario: Wireless communication between electricity/gas/water meters and concentrator gateways in AMI networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary SoC executing ZigBee SE 1.1 profile, managing secure meter data aggregation and time-synchronized reporting. Use Value: 1.0 µA deep-sleep current extends battery life beyond 10 years; hardware MAC ensures deterministic <15 ms response to utility command bursts.	Use Scenario: Central controller coordinating lights, thermostats, door locks, and motion sensors in residential ZigBee mesh networks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Application processor and radio co-processor-running EmberZNet PRO stack while hosting local UI logic and OTA update handler. Use Value: 512 kB flash stores full ZigBee PRO stack + vendor-specific firmware; USB option enables field technician configuration via PC.
Building Security Sensor	Industrial Wireless Sensor Node
Use Scenario: Battery-powered door/window contact, glass-break, and PIR motion detectors transmitting alerts to security panel. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Ultra-low-power endpoint node-waking only on interrupt, sampling sensor, encrypting payload, and transmitting in <50 ms. Use Value: Configurable +8 dBm TX output compensates for metal enclosure attenuation; AES128 engine secures alarm payloads against replay attacks.	Use Scenario: Monitoring temperature, humidity, and vibration in HVAC ducts or factory equipment using battery or energy-harvesting power. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated sensor interface SoC-converting analog signals via on-chip ADC, applying local thresholds, and forwarding events over ZigBee mesh. Use Value: 10-bit ADC with DMA support enables continuous 1 kSPS sampling without CPU intervention; 24 GPIOs allow direct connection to multiple sensor types.

Smart Energy Metering

Home Automation Hub

Use Scenario: Wireless communication between electricity/gas/water meters and concentrator gateways in AMI networks.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary SoC executing ZigBee SE 1.1 profile, managing secure meter data aggregation and time-synchronized reporting.

Use Value: 1.0 µA deep-sleep current extends battery life beyond 10 years; hardware MAC ensures deterministic <15 ms response to utility command bursts.

Use Scenario: Central controller coordinating lights, thermostats, door locks, and motion sensors in residential ZigBee mesh networks.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Application processor and radio co-processor-running EmberZNet PRO stack while hosting local UI logic and OTA update handler.

Use Value: 512 kB flash stores full ZigBee PRO stack + vendor-specific firmware; USB option enables field technician configuration via PC.

Building Security Sensor

Industrial Wireless Sensor Node

Use Scenario: Battery-powered door/window contact, glass-break, and PIR motion detectors transmitting alerts to security panel.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Ultra-low-power endpoint node-waking only on interrupt, sampling sensor, encrypting payload, and transmitting in <50 ms.

Use Value: Configurable +8 dBm TX output compensates for metal enclosure attenuation; AES128 engine secures alarm payloads against replay attacks.

Use Scenario: Monitoring temperature, humidity, and vibration in HVAC ducts or factory equipment using battery or energy-harvesting power.

IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Integrated sensor interface SoC-converting analog signals via on-chip ADC, applying local thresholds, and forwarding events over ZigBee mesh.

Use Value: 10-bit ADC with DMA support enables continuous 1 kSPS sampling without CPU intervention; 24 GPIOs allow direct connection to multiple sensor types.

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ZigBee/802.15.4 SoC applications.

Alternative Part	Technical Difference	Application Difference	Selection Advice
EM3587-RTR	Same EM358x family; 256 kB flash / 32 kB RAM variant-smaller code footprint, reduced cost	Suitable for simpler HA profiles without OTA updates or large routing tables	Select when application firmware fits within 256 kB and BOM cost is prioritized over future scalability
CC2652R1F	Texas Instruments SimpleLink device; dual-band (sub-GHz + 2.4 GHz), 352 kB flash, different peripheral set and SDK	Supports multi-protocol (ZigBee, BLE, Thread) but requires TI-RTOS and separate RF calibration	Choose for multi-protocol flexibility or sub-GHz extension-accept longer development cycle and different toolchain

Compared with RD-0002-0201, EM3587-RTR offers lower memory and cost for basic ZigBee endpoints, while CC2652R1F provides multi-protocol capability at the expense of EmberZNet ecosystem integration and simplified RF layout.

Availability

RD-0002-0201 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for smart energy metering, home automation hubs, building security sensors, and industrial wireless sensor networking requiring stable component supply and long-term ZigBee ecosystem support.

Supply support for RD-0002-0201 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

Silicon Labs is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in secure, energy-efficient MCU and wireless SoC solutions for IoT edge devices.

RD-0002-0201 belongs to the EM358x ZigBee/802.15.4 SoC product line, designed specifically for low-power, standards-compliant mesh networking in utility, residential, and commercial automation applications.

FAQ

What wireless standard does RD-0002-0201 implement?

RD-0002-0201 implements the IEEE 802.15.4-2003 physical and MAC layers, fully supporting ZigBee 3.0 and ZigBee PRO application frameworks. It complies with O-QPSK modulation, 250 kbps data rate, and mandatory channel agility across the 2.4 GHz ISM band. The hardware MAC handles CSMA-CA, automatic ACK, and CCA-ensuring strict adherence to ZigBee timing requirements without CPU overhead.

Does RD-0002-0201 require an external crystal?

Yes, RD-0002-0201 requires a 24 MHz crystal connected to OSCA/OSCB pins for primary system clocking and RF timing accuracy. An optional 32.768 kHz crystal may be added for high-precision sleep timer operation, though the internal low-frequency RC oscillator (1.25 µA typical) suffices for basic deep-sleep timing. Crystal load capacitance must match manufacturer specifications-typically 18 pF for the 24 MHz unit.

How much current does RD-0002-0201 draw in deep-sleep mode?

RD-0002-0201 draws 1.0 µA at +25 °C with VDD_PADS = 3.6 V while retaining 4 kB of RAM and disabling the internal RC oscillator. With the low-frequency RC oscillator enabled for sleep timer operation, current rises to 1.25 µA. Each additional 4 kB of retained RAM adds ~0.067 µA at +25 °C. These values are measured per Silicon Labs EM358x datasheet Rev 1.0 Section 3.4.

Can RD-0002-0201 support USB connectivity?

Yes, RD-0002-0201 includes optional USB 2.0 device-mode functionality accessible via dedicated USB_DP/USB_DM pins. When enabled, it supports full-speed (12 Mbps) operation with integrated transceiver and pull-up/pull-down resistors-eliminating need for external PHY. USB firmware requires Ember-provided stack extensions and is validated with Silicon Labs' Simplicity Studio tools.

What debug interfaces are available on RD-0002-0201?

RD-0002-0201 provides Serial Wire Debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces via SWCLK/SWDIO/nRESET pins, fully compliant with ARM CoreSight standards. It integrates Flash Patch & Breakpoint (FPB), Data Watchpoint & Trace (DWT), Instrumentation Trace Macrocell (ITM), and Embedded Trace Macrocell (ETM)-enabling real-time instruction tracing, memory watchpoints, and non-intrusive packet capture via the Packet Trace Interface (PTI).

RD-0002-0201 Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: Silicon Labs

Series:: Ember®

Packaging:: Box

Product Status:: Obsolete

Type:: Transceiver; 802.15.4 (Zigbee®)

Frequency:: 2.4GHz

Contents:: Board(s)

Utilized IC / Part:: EM3588

RD-0002-0201 FAQ

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6.How does Aetrix verify that RD-0002-0201 is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?

All RD-0002-0201 products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that RD-0002-0201 meets industry standards.

7.What is the process for return or replacement of RD-0002-0201?

All RD-0002-0201 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with RD-0002-0201, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:

1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.

2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.

3.The RD-0002-0201 part is unused and in its original packaging.

Return procedure for RD-0002-0201:

1.Submit a request within 90 days.

2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.

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