BT830

Datasheet

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This document describes key hardware aspects of the Laird BT830 Bluetooth HCI modules. This document is

intended to assist device manufacturers and related parties, with the integration of this module into their host

devices. Data in this document are drawn from a number of sources including data sheets for the CSR8811.

Because the BT830 is currently in development stage, this document is preliminary and the information in this

document is subject to change. Visit www.lairdtech.com to obtain the most recent version of this document.

The BT830 series of UART HCI devices are designed to meet the needs of OEMs adding

robust Bluetooth connectivity and using embedded Bluetooth stacks within their products.

Leveraging the market-leading CSR8811 chipset, the BT830 series provides exceptionally low

power consumption with outstanding range. Supporting the latest Bluetooth v4.0

specification with EDR (Enhanced Data Rate), the Laird BT830 series enables OEMs to

accelerate their development time for leveraging either Classic Bluetooth or Bluetooth Low

Energy (BLE) into their operating system-based devices.

With a footprint as small as 8.5 x 13 mm, yet output power at 7 dBm, these modules are ideal

for applications where designers need high performance in minimal size. For maximum

flexibility in systems integration, the modules are designed to support a UART interface

plus GPIO and additionally I2S and PCM audio interfaces.

These modules present an HCI interface and have native support for Windows and Linux Bluetooth software

stacks. All BT830 series devices are fully qualified as Bluetooth Hardware Controller Subsystem products. This

allows designers to integrate their existing pre-approved Bluetooth host and profile subsystem stacks to gain a

Bluetooth END product approval for their products.

The BT830 series is engineered to provide excellent RF performance with integrated antenna and additional

band pass filters. It further reduces regulatory and testing requirements for OEMs and ensures a hassle free

development cycle.

A fully featured, low-cost developer’s kit is available for prototyping, debug, and integration testing of the BT830

series modules and further reduces risk and time in development cycles.

BT830-SA

BTv4.0 Dual Mode UART HCI Module (Integrated Antenna)

BT830-ST

BTv4.0 Dual Mode UART HCI Module (SMT Pad for External Antenna)

2.1

Features and Benefits

2.2

Application Areas

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Bluetooth v4.0 - dual mode (Classic Bluetooth and BLE)

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Compact footprint

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3-wire Wi-Fi coexistence scheme

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High antenna radiation gain and efficiency

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Good interference rejection for multi-com system (GSM/WCDMA)

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Class 1 output – 7 dBm

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UART, GPIO, I2S, and PCM

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Industrial temperature range

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Bluetooth hardware controller subsystem

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FCC, IC, and CE approvals

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Host Wake up

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Medical devices

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ePOS terminals

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Barcode scanners

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Industrial cable replacement

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M2M connectivity

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Automotive Diagnostic Equipment

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Personal Digital Assistants (PDA)

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Bluetooth HID device (keyboard,

mouse, and joystick)

BT830-SA module

BT830 –ST module