Quick Start GuideRenesas Bluetooth Low Energy Modules

RYZ012A1 Pmod™ Expansion Board
1. Product Overview
This Pmod™ expansion board provides a quick and easy way to interface with the RYZ012A1 module.
More information about this module can be found on the Renesas website:
https://www.renesas.com/eu/en/products/interface-connectivity/wireless-communications/bluetooth-lowenergy-modules/ryz012x1-bluetooth-le-module

2. Pmod™ Interface
2.1

Overview

The RYZ012A1 Bluetooth Low Energy Pmod™ Expansion Board provides an interface using a 12-pin
Digilent Pmod™ compatible connector (CN1).
This provides access to:••••

A high-speed UART interface (MSTR_CTS)An SPI interface (MSTR_SS)
A mode reset pin (NRST)VDD and GND connections for module power

Pmod™ is registered to Digilent Inc. and its specification can be found at the link below:
https://digilent.com/reference/pmod/start

2.2

Pin Diagram

Figure 1. Pin Diagram

2.3

Pin Descriptions and Directions

Table 1.

Pin Descriptions and Directions

Pin Number
123
45

Pin Name
MSTR_CTS/SS
MSTR_TX
MSTR_RXMSTR_CKGND

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SPI SS / UART CTSSPI DI / UART RX
SPI DO / UART TX
SPI CK / UART RTSGND

Direction
UART CTS output, or SPI SS output
TX Input to Pmod
RX Output from Pmod
CLK input to Pmod
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Pin Number
6789Direction
NA
Input
Input
Low = UARTHigh = SPI
10GPIO_16
GPIO
Input/Output
11GND
GND
NA
12VDD
3.3 V
NA
Note: RTS/CTS are not supported by the RYZ012A1 Pmod™ Expansion Board.

2.4

Pin Name
VDD
GPIO_IRQ
NRSTGPIO_10RYZ012A1 Pmod™ Expansion Board – Quick Start GuideDescription
3.3 V
INTERRUPTRESETUART / SPI SelectConnector CN1 Pin Assignment

Figure 2. Connector CN1 Pin Assignment

2.5Electrical Specification

Table 2. Recommended Operating Conditions
Item
Min.
Typ.
VDD
+1.8 V+3.3 V
Please refer to the module data sheet for full electrical specifications.

2.6

Max.
+3.6 V

Module Control

The high-speed UART or SPI interface can be used to communicate with the module using the Renesas
SPP Bluetooth LE Commands.
Software resources are available here:
RTKYZ012A1B00000BE - PMOD Expansion Board for RYZ012x1

2.7

CN2 Connector

CN2 is not fitted, this connector is for programming the module and is not used.

3. Support
For further information about this product and to access further resources such as Application Notes andsoftware from Renesas, please go to: renesas.com/pmod_ryz012a1

4. NoteThird party links in this document may change at any time and are the responsibility of the third party, notRenesas.

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5. Regulatory Information
This section contains general regulatory information. For a full list of requirements and integration guidelines
please refer to the RYZ012A1 User’s Manual.

5.1

FCC Statement
FCC-ID: COR-RYZ012A1

This 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.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant topart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in an industrial or residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:•

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Any changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. Thistransmitter must be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna and transmitter.

5.2

EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
2014/53/EU. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is available on request.

Warning – This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference inwhich case the user may be requried to take adequate measures to correct this interference.

5.3

UKCA Declaration of Conformity
This device is in conformity with the following relevant UK Statutory Instrument(s) (and theiramendments); No.1206 Radio Equipment Regulations 2017. A copy of the Declaration ofConformity is available on request.

Warning – This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference inwhich case the user may be required to take adequate measures to correct this interference.

5.4

Japanese Radio Law
This device is granted pursuant to the Japanese Radio Law (電波法).
This device should not be modified (otherwise the granted designation number
will become invalid)
The host product should provide the statement below on its housing:
当該機器には電波法に基づく、技術基準適合証明等を受けた特定無線設備を装着している(Translation: “This equipment contains specified radio equipment that has beencertified to the Technical Regulation Conformity Certification under the Radio Law.”)

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6. Website and Support
Visit the following URLs to learn about the kit and the RA family of microcontrollers, download tools anddocumentation, and get support.
RYZ012A1 Resources
renesas.com/pmod_ryz012a1
Bluetooth Low Energy Modules renesas.com/bluetooth-low-energy-modules
Product Support Forumrenesas.com/bluetooth/forum
Renesas Support
renesas.com/support

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