Wi-Fi and ZigBee now the latest additions to RabbitCore modules
2 May 2007
DSP, Micros & Memory
Rabbit Semiconductor is going wireless by offering two new wireless technologies directly integrated in new RabbitCore modules. Customers can now easily connect their products to the Internet and network their devices.
The new RCM4400W is a Wi-Fi/802.11-based core module that leverages the increasing penetration of Wi-Fi in businesses around the world. The RCM4510W is a ZigBee/802.15.4-based module that taps into the high growth ZigBee market for low cost, low power wireless sensor networks. These modules add to the powerful list of embedded control features that have made RabbitCore modules so appealing to design engineers around the world.
Rabbit has engineered these wireless solutions into its product line as part of a fundamental goal to provide easy-to-use connectivity built upon proven platforms that can accommodate the typically long embedded product life cycles. The RCM4400W and RCM4510W expand on its family of pin-compatible modules based on the Rabbit 4000 microprocessor. This gives developers more freedom to now select from serial, wired Ethernet, wireless Ethernet/ Wi-Fi or wireless ZigBee/802.15.4 as their communication link in their industrial control, RTU or building automation applications.
* The RCM4400W features Wi-Fi/802.11 connectivity and is powered by the Rabbit 4000 microprocessor, running at 58,98 MHz. Features include up to 35 GPIO lines shared with six serial ports, hardware DMA, quadrature decoders, PWM, and up to four levels of alternate pin functions. It operates from -20 to 85°C.
* The RCM4510W features ZigBee/802.15.4 connectivity and uses MaxStream technology with the integration of the XBee Series 2 ZigBee module as part of the RabbitCore design. It is also powered by the Rabbit 4000 running at 29,49 MHz. Features include up to 49 GPIO lines shared with six serial ports and four channels of analog inputs, hardware DMA, quadrature decoders, PWM, and up to four levels of alternate pin functions. It operates from -40 to 85°C.
Because both modules are designed to be electrically pin-compatible with all other Rabbit 4000-based RabbitCore modules, engineers can support numerous applications with the same motherboard design by simply changing the RabbitCore module to meet each application's specific requirement.
Development kits for the RCM4400W and RCM4510W are also available. Each contains the wireless RabbitCore, a development board, the latest Dynamic C development software, and all accessories needed.
Further reading:
Industrial-grade ESP32-S3 controller
DSP, Micros & Memory
Erqos Technologies has introduced the EQSP32CE, a CE-certified, industrial-grade ESP32-S3 controller designed for developers who want the flexibility of the ESP32 ecosystem in hardware that can be deployed directly into real-world automation.
Read more...
Next-gen smart module powers intelligence at the edge
iCorp Technologies
DSP, Micros & Memory
Quectel Wireless Solutions has expanded its smart module portfolio with the SH803FD, a new-generation, high-performance smart module.
Read more...
Advanced sensing powers modern drones
Future Electronics
DSP, Micros & Memory
Allegro MicroSystems has a portfolio of sensors, motor drivers, and power management devices specifically designed to enhance drone efficiency, reliability, and control.
Read more...
Addressing latency and signal integrity challenges
Altron Arrow
DSP, Micros & Memory
Strengthening Microchip Technology’s data centre solutions portfolio, its XpressConnect retimers support high-bandwidth architectures, while helping reduce integration complexity.
Read more...
ESP32-S31 for advanced IoT
iCorp Technologies
DSP, Micros & Memory
At the heart of the device is a dual-core 32-bit RISC-V MCU operating at up to 320 MHz, delivering 6,86 CoreMark/MHz performance with MMU support for efficient memory management.
Read more...
Cortex-M33 performance for cost-sensitive designs
Future Electronics
DSP, Micros & Memory
The STM32C5 series from STMicroelectronics introduces a new generation of entry-level microcontrollers engineered to deliver enhanced processing capability, modern security, and cost-effective scalability for connected embedded applications.
Read more...
Memory shortage 2026: Engineering implications for South Africa
DSP, Micros & Memory
[Sponsored] Addressing this challenge requires system-level thinking and adoption with McKinsey Electronics providing the engineering and sourcing framework required to maintain system resilience despite ongoing global constraints.
Read more...
Cost-effective microcontroller series
Altron Arrow
DSP, Micros & Memory
The STM32C5 series from STMicroelectronics delivers an excellent balance of performance, efficiency, and affordability for embedded designs that require more capability without increasing bill of materials cost.
Read more...
Battery-friendly Thread and BLE solution
iCorp Technologies
DSP, Micros & Memory
Positioned as an incremental upgrade to the ESP32-H2, Espressif’s ESP32-H21 adds an integrated DC-DC converter that reduces active current draw and helps extend battery life in power-sensitive consumer and industrial devices.
Read more...
Next generation HMI processing platform
Future Electronics
DSP, Micros & Memory
Microchip’s latest hybrid MCU SiP integrates an Arm926EJ-S processor with 512 Mb of DDR2 SDRAM and is engineered to meet the rising demand for sophisticated HMI solutions in modern vehicles.
Read more...
printer friendly version