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Silicon Labs RD-0085-0401
- Part No.:
- RD-0085-0401
- Manufacturer:
- Silicon Labs
- Category:
- RF, RFID, Wireless Evaluation Boards
- Package:
- Datasheet:
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RD-0085-0401.pdf
- Description:
- ZIGBEE CONNECTED LIGHTING KIT GE
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Product details
Overview
RD-0085-0401 from Silicon Labs is a Zigbee 3.0 lighting reference design demo board kit built around the EFR32MG1P732F256GM32 wireless MCU, featuring RGB and color-temperature LEDs, micro-USB power, and 10-pin mini-Simplicity debug connectivity. It delivers out-of-the-box Z3ColorControlLight application support for smart bulb evaluation in home automation systems.
For engineers reviewing the RD-0085-0401 datasheet, RD-0085-0401 pinout, RD-0085-0401 application, or RD-0085-0401 equivalent, key selection considerations include PWM-controlled multi-channel LED drive capability, pre-certified 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 RF performance, Zigbee 3.0 cluster compliance (0x0006 On/Off, 0x0008 Level, 0x0030 Color Control), and compatibility with Simplicity Studio firmware development workflows.
Technical Context
The RD-0085-0401 integrates an EFR32MG1P732F256GM32 SoC with ARM Cortex-M3 core, 256 kB flash, and integrated 2.4 GHz transceiver supporting Zigbee PRO stack. Its hardware abstraction layer enables direct mapping of six PWM outputs to white/RGB LED channels via an 8-pin application header.
Operation relies on physical power-interrupt commissioning (10× S1 press for network join) and supports dual-mode LED control: RGB-based color tuning (Z3ColorControlLight) or dedicated warm/cool white channel control (Z3ColorTempLight), with network status indicated by green LED when S2 is set to NETWORK STATUS.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-M3 processor enabling Zigbee 3.0 application execution with real-time scheduling |
| Flash Memory | 256 kB internal flash storing EmberZNet PRO stack and Z3ColorControlLight firmware |
| PWM Outputs | 6 dedicated PWM channels mapped to PB14/PB15 (white temp), PC10/PD15/PC11 (RGB), and PB11 (network status) |
| RF Compliance | FCC Part 15 pre-certified 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 transceiver with +20 dBm output and PCB inverted-F antenna |
| Debug Interface | 10-pin mini-Simplicity connector supporting SWD programming, UART console, and packet trace (PTI) |
| Power Input | Micro-USB powered at 5 VDC with onboard 3.3 V LDO regulation for module and LEDs |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +125°C ambient range suitable for enclosed LED fixture environments |
Availability
RD-0085-0401 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for Zigbee lighting evaluation, smart bulb prototyping, and mesh network interoperability testing requiring stable component supply and full reference design documentation.
Supply support for RD-0085-0401 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, low-power wireless SoCs and software for IoT applications.
The RD-0085-0401 belongs to Silicon Labs' Zigbee Lighting Reference Design product line, engineered to accelerate development of certified, production-ready smart lighting products using EFR32MG1 wireless MCUs.
FAQ
What is the RD-0085-0401 used for?
The RD-0085-0401 is a complete Zigbee 3.0 lighting reference design demo board kit that enables rapid evaluation of smart bulb functionality-including color control, dimming, and network joining-using the EFR32MG1P732F256GM32 wireless MCU. It ships preprogrammed with the Z3ColorControlLight application and supports both RGB and correlated color temperature (CCT) LED configurations. Engineers use the RD-0085-0401 to validate lighting firmware, test RF performance, and assess interoperability within Zigbee home automation ecosystems before custom hardware design.
Does the RD-0085-0401 include the wireless MCU?
Yes, the RD-0085-0401 integrates the EFR32MG1P732F256GM32 wireless MCU as its core silicon, mounted on a lighting module (IST-A0085) and interfaced with the adapter/demo board. This SoC provides the ARM Cortex-M3 processor, 256 kB flash, 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 radio, and peripheral interfaces required to run Zigbee 3.0 lighting applications without external controllers. The RD-0085-0401 is not a bare MCU-it is a fully assembled, pre-flashed, and tested reference design kit centered on that device.
How do I program or reflash the RD-0085-0401?
The RD-0085-0401 is programmed via its 10-pin mini-Simplicity debug connector using a compatible debugger such as the SLSDA001A Simplicity Debug Adapter Board (sold separately). Firmware updates are performed through Simplicity Studio using the J-Link interface over SWD, supporting both debug sessions and OTA updates once deployed on a Zigbee network. The RD-0085-0401 does not require an ISA3 adapter-only the mini-Simplicity interface-distinguishing it from the RD-0035-0601 variant.
What Zigbee clusters does the RD-0085-0401 support out of the box?
The RD-0085-0401 runs the Z3ColorControlLight application and implements the following Zigbee 3.0 clusters: Basic (0x0000), Identify (0x0003), Groups (0x0004), Scenes (0x0005), On/Off (0x0006), Level (0x0008), Over-the-Air Boot Loading (0x0019), Color Control (0x0030), and Diagnostics (0xB05). These enable full remote control of LED state, brightness, hue, saturation, and color temperature via standard Zigbee gateways compliant with device profile ID 0x0100–0x0102.
Can the RD-0085-0401 be used for Thread protocol development?
No-the RD-0085-0401 is specifically configured and preprogrammed for Zigbee 3.0 operation using the EmberZNet PRO stack. While the underlying EFR32MG1P732F256GM32 SoC supports Thread firmware, the RD-0085-0401 kit lacks the Thread-specific bootloader, application binaries, and documentation required for Thread development. For Thread lighting evaluation, Silicon Labs recommends the RD-0098-0401 variant, which supports both Zigbee and Thread stacks and is explicitly referenced for Dimmable Light sample application deployment from the Thread 2.4 stack.
RD-0085-0401 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Silicon Labs
- Series:
- -
- Packaging:
- Box
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Type:
- Transceiver; 802.15.4 (Zigbee®)
- Frequency:
- 2.4GHz
- Contents:
- Board(s)
- Utilized IC / Part:
- EFR32MG
RD-0085-0401 FAQ
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6.How does Aetrix verify that RD-0085-0401 is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of RD-0085-0401?
All RD-0085-0401 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with RD-0085-0401, 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-0085-0401 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for RD-0085-0401:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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