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mmWave Products for FWA
Peraso Inc. develops semiconductors and modules for the millimeter-wave markets.
It is focused on 5G FR2 licensed bands and the 60GHz unlicensed band. Peraso has
been a leader in providing RF solutions for more than 10 years, has made essential
contributions to the IEEE 802.11ad/ay standard and holds several patents in the field.
The company’s IC products include baseband ICs and various mmWave RFICs.
When combined with its patented antenna technology, the result is two compellingfamilies of module products. Peraso offers its Perspectus and Pro module series forthe 60GHz band.
These modules offer low latency, high reliability, multi-gigabit throughput and can beconfigured to support Peraso’s unique capabilities that enable point-to-point and pointto-multipoint Fixed Wireless applications with link ranges exceeding 25 kilometers.
Enterprise and consumer applications, such as wireless UHD video streaming,
untethered augmented reality and virtual reality can also be supported.

60GHz Modules Overview
Peraso’s mmWave modules provide complete USB 3.0 to 802.11ad solutions for high-speed wireless applications including
Fixed Wireless and Enterprise data networking infrastructure. The modules utilize the Peraso X720 and X130 60 GHz phasedarray chipsets which include a baseband processor and mmWave beamforming transceiver RFICs.
The modules incorporate phased array antennas which offer a variety of gain and field-of-view options. The antenna is integrated
into the PCB and provides uniform performance over the entire unlicensed 60GHz band.
The Baseband processor, the PRS4601-B2E, provides MAC and PHY layer functionality necessary for 802.11ad operation andsupports point-to-point or point-to-multipoint capability. Peraso offers a variety of software/firmware versions which are optimized
for common applications.

Common Module Features•••••••••

Operates in the unlicensed 60 GHz band
802.11ad MAC and PHY complianceIntegrated phased-array antenna
Dynamic beamforming
Up to 3.5 Gbps user throughput
Extremely low (< 1ms) link latency
USB 3.0 data and control interface
Automatic rate adaptation
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AES 128-bit data encryption
1PPS synchronization support
A- MSDU, A-MPDU data aggregation
Integrated power management-40°C to 85°C operation
Single 5V power supply input
Application Software Modules
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Perspectus Series
The Perspectus series of modules utilize Peraso’s high power X720 chipset. The modules are supported by Peraso’s Perspectus
Infrastructure software and firmware packages.
The PRS1165 RFIC provides 16 RF chains with high transmit power levels and supports all 6 of the 802.11ay defined channels.
Channels 5 and 6 are outside the oxygen absorption band thereby allowing for long range operation. Selectable RF filters allow
it to also support ½ bandwidth channels.
With a variety of integrated antenna options, and the ability to add a high gain parabolic reflector, the Perspectus system canachieve gigabit data rates at ranges exceeding 20km.

Target Applications• Point-to-multipoint Fixed Wireless Access Networks• Point-to-Point Backhaul / Fiber alternativeFeatures
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57-71 GHz, Channels 1-6½ Channel capability
High-power 16 RF chains
16 to 64 element antenna arrays
π/2-BPSK, π/2-QPSK modulations
Total user data capacity > 2Gbps
Multi-user support up to 32 STA••••••

Peraso Directional Beam Scan and Connect (DBSC)
for establishing long-range Fixed Wireless links
Peraso STA Focus for long-range Fixed WirelessAccess point-to-multipoint systems
EDCA tuning to optimize channel utilization-40°C to 85°C operation
5VDC power input
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Module Comparison Table		

PRM2141X

PRM2142X

PRM2143X

StatusIn production

In production

Q’3 2022

Baseband 		

PRS4601 (802.11ad)

RFIC		PRS1165

Antenna Array

16-element. V-pol

32-element. V-pol

64-element. V-pol

Max EIRP

37 dBm

40 dBm

44 dBmAntenna Gain

15 dBi18 dBi22 dBi

Scan range±45° azimuth±45° azimuth±20° azimuth		

±45° elevation±45° elevation±20° elevation			

Digital Interface

USB 3.0 data and control. 2.5V CMOS 1PPS Sync and GPIO.

PowerTx: 7-13 W; Rx: 5 W

Tx: 13 W; Rx: 5 W

Tx: 13 W; Rx: 5 W

Size

35mm × 50mm

50mm × 50mm

50mm × 50mm

Additional info.

Dish supported		

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Versatus Series
Versatus series modules are targeted for enterprise, industrial and consumer applications which demand reliable, low latency,
multi-gigabit data rates.
The modules incorporate antenna arrays which can switch between vertical and horizontal polarizations to match any installation
or operational scenario.
The modules are supported by Peraso’s Pro Software and Firmware packages which include features such as fast roaming andthe ability to service up to 32 associated and active STA.

Target Applications• Wireless display• Untethered AR/VR• Enterprise networking• Factory automation• Multi-AP and STA networks with fast roaming

Module Features••••••••••

57-66 GHz, Channels 1-4
8 active RF chains
Wide field-of-view beam-steering range
Automatic polarization switching
π/2-BPSK, π/2-QPSK, π/2-16QAM modulations

Total user data capacity > 3.5 Gbps
Multi-user support up to 32 STA
Fast roaming between APs
0°C to 50°C operation
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Module Comparison Table		

PRM2136X

PRM2132X

PRM2137X

StatusIn production

Q4 2022

Q4 2022

PRS4601 (802.11ad)

Baseband 		RFICPRS1145

Antenna Array

8+8 element dual polarized patch

16 element hybrid

8+8 element dual polarized patch

Max EIRP

29 dBm

20dBm

31 dBm (estimated)

Antenna Gain

13 dBi

8 dBi

12 dBi (estimated)

Scan range±45° azimuth

360° azimuth>90° azimuth (target)		

±40° elevation>120° elevation>80° elevation

Digital Interface

USB 3.0 data and control. 2.5V CMOS 1PPS Sync and GPIO.

Power consumption

Tx: 3.2 W; Rx: 2.9 W

Tx: 2.8 W; Rx: 2.7 W

Tx: 9 W; Rx: 4.5 W

Size

22mm × 45mm

22mm × 45mm (target)

35mm × 45mm (target)

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Module Total Solution: Eliminates Risk - Shortens Time to Market
Peraso’s Module solutions focus on eliminating the time and cost of designing a module that must be manufactured in highvolume and is of high quality and reliability. Modules allow system companies to focus on their competitive advantage with theconfidence of using a proven RF module. The Result: Short Time to Revenue.
Peraso modules benefits are:
• Matched set of components from one supplier (RFIC, Baseband IC, Integrated Antenna)• Single supplier, single point of support• Eliminates High frequency board design challenges• Proven Manufacturability for quality, reliability and volume• Operating test coverage and testing time
• Pre-scanned for compliance with FCC regulations• Allow customers for focus on the application not the RF connectivity
And, when the 5G RF market, application or configuration requirements change, that can be solved by selecting a different
module. No need to go back to the design drawing board.
The competitive advantage of a Peraso Module, in addition to meeting stringent FCC qualification:• Integrated antenna- Patented technology- Reduces transition losses- Eliminated costly LTCC component• RF- Antenna and RFIC were co-designed to optimize performance over wide frequency band
- Field-proven beamforming with selective antenna matching to provide a range of performance- Multiple application specific software offering for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint• Baseband- Co-designed to work with Peraso RFIC
- Highly programmable for complex beamforming- Easy to use USB 3.0 interface• Module- Eliminates design risks in the mmWave frequency range which require specialized skills- Solves the difficult issues of high-volume module manufacturing- Eliminates a requirement to build complex RF testing systems- Golden units and automated test systems available for in-house testing

SUMMARY
Peraso’s modules eliminate the RF design concerns that come with using different component suppliers, component matching,trying to minimize power transition losses, board reliability and quality, difficulty of testing to specific RF power and beamforming
performance, etc. Peraso modules allow you to focus on what you do best, delivering on your system and product’s Value Propositions.
The module’s antenna, RFIC, Baseband IC, board (substrate) are all from Peraso, providing a single source for all key elements.
Module designs utilize the technology, design techniques, and manufacturing flows of modules that are already in production atTier 1 customers.

Modules Eliminates Risks and Shorten your Time to Revenue
Peraso Modules can help you quickly create compelling 5G Products
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