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                         GEM 2 Dual Band Bluetooth and ANT+ Module
                                                Hardware Integration Guide
                                                               Version 0.1
                                                                July 27, 16




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Revision History
Version                           Revision Date             Change History
0.1                               May 2, 2016               Initial Draft




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Contents
REVISION HISTORY                                                                      2

CONTENTS                                                                              3

OVERVIEW AND KEY FEATURES                                                             4
FEATURES                                                                              4

SPECIFICATION                                                                         5
SPECIFICATION SUMMARY                                                                 5

HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS                                                               6
BLOCK DIAGRAMS AND PINOUT                                                             6
PIN DEFINITIONS                                                                       7
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS                                                             8

DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS                                                                 8
HARDWARE                                                                              8

MODULE LAYOUT CONSIDERATIONS                                                         10
ANTENNA CHARACTERISTICS                                                              11

MECHANICAL INFORMATION                                                               12
DIMENSIONS (IN MM)                                                                   12
RECOMMENDED PAD LAYOUT                                                               12

TAPE AND REEL INFORMATION                                                            13

SOLDERING GUIDELINES                                                                 13

REGULATORY & STANDARDS INFORMATION                                                   13
FCC & INDUSTRY CANADA                                                                13
FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION (FCC) RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:                 13
FCC LABELING REQUIREMENTS                                                            13
FCC WARNING:                                                                         14
INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) WARNING:                                                        14
CE                                                                                   16
BLUETOOTH QUALIFICATION                                                              17

ORDERING DETAILS                                                                     17

FURTHER ASSISTANCE                                                                   17

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Overview and Key Features
The GEM module has been designed to allow OEMs to easily add Bluetooth and ANT+
wireless connectivity in their product offering. The GEM 2 module incorporates Wahoo
Fitness software specifically designed to enable fitness machines such as treadmills,
exercise bikes, ellipticals, rowers, stair climbers and step machines to wirelessly
communicate exercise data with smart phone or tablets as well as leaderboard software
systems. For applications other than fitness machines, developer’s can use Nordic
Semiconductor’s SDK to create their own embedded application specific software.

The GEM 2 module is based on Nordic Semicondutor’s nRF52832 multiprotocol Bluetooth
and ANT+ chipset. The GEM 2 module offers a variety of peripheral interfaces including
UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, and GPIO, has a maximum transmit power of +4dBm, and a sensitivity
of ‐96dBm. This manual is intended to assist hardware integration of the GEM 2 module
into a given design. Details on Wahoo’s GEMSAFE and GEMHCI software can be found
www.wahoogy.com. For applications using Nordic Semiconductor SDK, please refer to
Nordic Semiconductor’s SDK available at developer.nordicsemi.com.


Features
   •   ‐96 dBm sensitivity
   •   TX Power‐20 to +4dBm in 4dB steps
   •   xxm line of sight range
   •   5.3 mA peak TX @ 0dB
   •   5.4 mA peak RX
   •   1dB dB RSSI resolution
   •   ARM® CortexTMM4F 32 bit processor running at 64MHz
   •   512 kB embedded flash memory and 64 kB RAM
   •   Onboard NFC for Out of Band pairing
   •   Peripheral Interfaces: ADC, GPIO, SPI, I2C, UART, Low power comparator,
       Temperature sensor
   •   AES HW encryption
   •   FCC, CE, IC certified
   •   Integrated Antenna
   •   RoHS compliant
   •   Bluetooth End Product Listed
   •   Integrated Fitness Equipment Firmware and mobile application




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Specification
Specification Summary
Category                         Feature                  Implementation
RF                               Bluetooth                4.1 Single Mode Peripheral

                                 ANT+                     Broadcast

                                 Frequency                2.402‐2.480 GHz

                                 Maximum Transmit Power   +4dBm

                                 Minimum Transmit Power   ‐20dBm

                                 Receive Sensitivity      ‐96dBm

                                                          up to TBDm line of sight
                                 Range
Peripherals                      UART Host Interface      TX, RX 115.2kbps n,8,1

                                 GPIO                     Link Indicator
                                                          Pairing Button

FW Upgrade                       Wahoo Firmware           Over the air
                                                          Via JTAG interface
Control Protocol                 GEMSAFE or GEMHCI        CSAFE Command Interface
                                                          or GEM HCI binary command
                                                          interface
Supply Voltage                   Min                      1.7V
                                 Max                      3.6V
                                 Recommended              3.0V
Power Consumption                                         TBD
Physical                                                  TBD.mm x TBDmm
Environmental                                             ‐40 to +85C
Approvals                                                 FCC, IC, CE, Bluetooth EPL




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Hardware Specifications

Block Diagrams and Pinout




        Hardware Block Diagram                                                                                                              Software Diagram




(GND) 0                                                                                                                  26   (G N D)
(GND) 1                                                                                                                  25   (P0.21/RST)
( P0.26) 2                                                                                                               24   (RESERVED)
( P 0.27) 3                                                                                                              23   (SW DCLK)
( P0.28) 4                                                                                                               22   (SW DI O)
( P0.29) 5                                                                                                               21   (P0.1 6)
( P0.30) 6                                                                                                               20   (P0.1 5)
( P0.31) 7                                                                                                               19   (P0.14)
( P0.05) 8                                                                                                               18   (VCC)
( PAI R) 9                                                                                                               17   (GND)
              ( LED1) 10
                           ( P0 .0 1) 11
                                           ( P0 .0 2) 12
                                                           ( P0 .0 7) 13
                                                                           ( P0 .0 8) 14
                                                                                           ( NF C 1) 15
                                                                                                          ( NF C 2) 16




              Pinout Diagram

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Pin Definitions
Pin number      Pin Name                  Function                  Comment
0               GND                                                 Connect to GND Plane
1               GND                                                 Connect to GND Plane
2               SPI Enable                SPI mode enable
3               LED                       GPIO to trigger LED for   Active High
                                          pairing/connection
                                          indication
4               Programmable I/O          ADC or GPIO
5               Programmable I/O          ADC or GPIO
6               Programmable I/O          ADC or GPIO
7               Programmable I/O          ADC or GPIO
8               NC
9               NC                        RESERVED                  Reserved for 32kHz
                                                                    crystal if a real time
                                                                    clock is needed during
                                                                    module sleep
10              NC                        RESERVED                  Reserved for 32kHz
                                                                    crystal if a real time
                                                                    clock is needed during
                                                                    module sleep
11              NC
12              PAIR                      GPIO to trigger           Active low
                                          advertising
13              UART TX/SPI MISO          Host interface
14              UART RX/SPI MOSI          Host interface
15              NFC1                      NFC antenna input 1
16              NFC2                      NFC antenna input 2
17              GND                       Module Power Ground
18              VCC                       Module Power Supply
19              UART CTS/SPI Slave        Flow control
                Event
20              UART RTS/SPI SS           Flow control
21              GPIO/SPI SCLK             GPIO or SPI Clock
22              RESET/SWDIO               Debug Interface
23              SWCLK                     Debug Interface
24              Wake                      Wakes module from sleep
25              RESET                     Module Reset
26              GND                                                 Connect to GND Plane



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Electrical Specifications
Absolute Maximum ratings
Maximum and minimum ratings for digital and analog pins are listed below.

Parameter                 Min                  Max
VCC Voltage               ‐0.3V                +3.9V
Voltage at VIO            ‐0.3V                VCC+.3V
Storage Temperature       ‐40C                 +85C


Recommended Operating Parameters
Parameter                     Min              Typical       Max
VCC                           1.7V             3.0V          3.6V
VCC maximum ripple                                           10mV
VCC Rise time                                                60ms
Operating Temperature @ 3.3V ‐40C                            +85C



Design Considerations
The GEM 2 module has been designed for easy integration into OEM applications requiring
minimal additional componentry. The following section provides suggestions to ensure
successful design in of the GEM 2 module.

Hardware

VCC
Ensure the power source operating range and noise is within the specified limits for the
GEM 2 module and filter capacitors are incorporated as needed. The GEM 2 module
includes decoupling capacitors for circuits within the module. External circuits sharing the
same power source should also be decoupled locally at connections to VCC and GND.

Updating Module Firmware
The GEM 2 module firmware can be updated over the air using the Wahoo utility
application. The Wahoo utility application can be downloaded here: www.xxxx.yyy.com

The GEM 2 module firmware can also be updated through the Serial Wire Debug interface.
The following circuit example provides a reference for developers wanting an alternative to
programming the GEM 2 module over the air:



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Example for Serial Wire Debug Interface

UART Host
The UART is required for communicating between the GEM 2 module and fitness machine
console using the GEMSAFE or HCI command protocol. Pins 13 and 14 of the module have
been configured as the UART interface. Pin 13 is the UART TX line and pin 14 is the UART
RX line.


Reset
The GEM 2 module can be reset by holding PIN 25 low for 0.5us. The following is an
example reset circuit:




                       Example Reset Circuit




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Module Layout Considerations




   1. Good: Place module antenna side as close as possible to the board edge. Better:
      Allow module antenna area to overhang the edge of the board by ~5.6mm.

   2. Good: Define a copper keepout area approx. 53mm x 20mm, 6mm in from module
      edge. Better: Increase the keepout area, starting at 6mm in from module edge.

   3. Mechanical items (especially metal) should be kept as far as possible from the
      module antenna in all directions, including above and below the board surface. If
      possible, move mechanical items out and away from the keepout area.

   4. Bottom layer ground plane under the module strongly recommended. Connect all
      ground pins directly to ground plane.

   5. Top layer ground plane is good to have wherever practical, but avoid having copper
      directly under the module.

   6. Place Via stitching where both top and bottom layer ground planes are used,
      especially along the plane edges adjacent the module.

   Top‐side area directly under the module should be kept clear of copper, silkscreen and
   vias




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Antenna Characteristics
The GEM 2 module includes an integrated monopole chip antenna. Antenna performance
will depend on host PCB layout. The following plots show antenna radiation pattern of the
GEM 2 antenna.




            2.4GHz                        2.442GHz                  2.484GHz



   Antenna Gain: 5.46dBi (Typ.)




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Mechanical Information
Dimensions (in mm)




            Top View                      Side View


Recommended Pad Layout
The land pattern dimensions can be modified based on experience.




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Tape and Reel Information
TBD


Soldering Guidelines
See the Stencil pattern above for solder paste application. Recommended Stencil thickness
is 120um.


Regulatory & Standards Information
FCC & Industry Canada
The GEM 2 module has modular approval for the United States and Canada. To ensure
compliance when using the GEM 2 module in a design, the OEM is required to adhere to the
implementation considerations supplied in this hardware integration guide.

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement:
This device is in compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits
in ANSI/IEEE C95.1‐1999 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement
methods and procedures specified in OET Bulletin 65 Supplement C.

This transceiver must not be co‐located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna,
transmitter, or external amplifiers. Further testing / evaluation of the end product will be
required if the OEM’s device violates any of these requirements.

The GEM 2 Module is fully approved for mobile and portable applications.

FCC Labeling Requirements
WARNING: The OEM must ensure that FCC labeling requirements are met. This includes a
clearly visible label on the outside of the OEM enclosure specifying the appropriate FCC
identifier is visible.

Contains       FCC ID: PADWF116
               IC: 10563A‐WF116

If OEM device is larger than 8x10cm, the following FCC part 15.19 statement has to be
visible on outside of device:

The enclosed device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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Label and text information type should be large enough to be legible and consistent with the
dimensions of the equipment and the label. The type size is not required to be larger than
eight points.

Comments
The OEM should have their device tested by a qualified test house to verify compliance with
FCC Part 15 Subpart B limits for unintentional radiators.

Any modifications to the GEM 2 module could void the OEM’s authority to operate the
equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
     Re‐orient or relocate the receiving antenna
     Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
     Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit that is different from that to which
        the receiver is connected.
     Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Warning:
“THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES AND INDUSTRY CANADA
LICENSE‐EXEMPT RSS STANDARD(S). OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO
CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS
DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT
MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

Industry Canada (IC) Warning:
This device complies with Industry Canada license‐exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

French equivalent:
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1)
l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter
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tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.

IC Radiation Exposure Statement
This device is in compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits
in IC RSS‐102 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and
procedures specified in IEEE 1528.

REMARQUE IMPORTANTE
Déclaration IC d'exposition aux radiations Ce EUT est conforme avec SAR pour la
population générale / limites d'exposition non contrôlée à IC RSS‐102 et a été testé en
conformité avec les méthodes de mesure et procédures spécifiées dans la norme IEEE 1528.

Modular Approval
OEM is still responsible for testing their product for any additional compliance
requirements required with this module installed (for example, digital device emissions, PC
peripheral requirements, etc.).

Approbation modulaire
OEM intégrateur est toujours responsable de tester leur produit final pour les exigences de
conformité supplémentaires nécessaires à ce module installé (par exemple, les émissions de
périphériques numériques, les exigences de périphériques PC, etc.)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for example certain laptop configurations
or co‐location with another transmitter), then the Canada authorization is no longer
considered valid and the IC ID cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances,
the OEM integrator will be responsible for re‐evaluating the end product (including the
transmitter) and obtaining a separate Canadian authorization.


NOTE IMPORTANTE:
Dans le cas où ces conditions ne peuvent être satisfaites (par exemple pour certaines
configurations d'ordinateur portable ou de certaines co‐localisation avec un autre
émetteur), l'autorisation du Canada n'est plus considéré comme valide et l'ID IC ne peut pas
être utilisé sur le produit final. Dans ces circonstances, l'intégrateur OEM sera chargé de
réévaluer le produit final (y compris l'émetteur) et l'obtention d'une autorisation distincte
au Canada.

Le produit final doit être étiqueté dans un endroit visible avec l'inscription suivante: " GEM
2 Module Contient des IC: TBD"


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CE
The GEM 2 Module has been tested against the appropriate regulatory standards for
European market. OEMs should consult a qualified test house to ensure their product meets
all regulatory requirements.

The GEM Module Declaration of Conformities is below. Test reports are available upon
request.

Health and Safety – EN60950‐1: 2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+A12:2011

Electromagnetic compatibility – EN301489‐17 Vx.x.x in accordance with EN 301 489‐1
V1.8.1

Radio Frequency Radiated Emissions: EN300 328 V1.8.1

Wahoo Fitness declares under our sole responsibility that the essential radio tests have
been carried out and that the GEM Module to which this declaration relates is in conformity
with all applicable essential requirements of Article 3 of the EU Directive 1999/5/EC when
used for its intended purpose.

Place of Issue:        Wahoo Fitness LLC
                       90 W. Wieuca Road Suite 110
                       Atlanta, GA 30342
                       +1(877) 978‐1112

Date:              April, 2016
Authorized Person: James Halter
Signature:




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Bluetooth Qualification
The GEM 2 module has been listed with the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) as a
qualified an End Product. The Wahoo Fitness Declaration ID is: TBD

The Bluetooth SIG requires every product implementing Bluetooth technology to have a
Declaration ID even though the end product references a Bluetooth design with its own
Declaration ID.

An over of the Bluetooth SIG Qualification Process is as follows:

   1. Register as a member of the Bluetooth SIG – www.bluetooth.org
   2. Go to product listing page https://www.bluetooth.org/en‐us/test‐
      qualification/qualification‐overview
   3. Go to Create a Listing: https://www.bluetooth.org/tpg/QLI_SDoc.cfm
   4. In the area “Reference a Qualified Design, Enter End Product ID: xxxxxxxx
   5. Select your Declaration ID or Purchase a Declaration ID. Fees for Declaration IDs
      vary based on Bluetooth SIG membership level.
   6. Once you have completed your listing and paid your declaration fee, your design will
      be listed on the Blueooth SIG website.

You can find more details on the Bluetooth SIG listing process at the following webpage:
https://www.bluetooth.org/en‐us/test‐qualification/qualification‐overview


Ordering Details
Part Number         Reel Size             Shipping Weight MOQ              Multiple
GEMSRB02            500 pieces            TBD             500              500


Further Assistance
Please contact Wahoo Fitness at 1‐877‐978‐1112 or via email at info@wahoofitness.com if
additional help is needed.




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