CC900 is a single chip high performance UHF transceiver designed for low power and low voltage wireless applications.
This manual describes the Chipcon 66900 single‑chip UHF RF transceiver, covering its applications, features, and electrical specifications. It includes detailed pin assignments, absolute maximum ratings, and performance parameters such as frequency range, supply voltage, and receiver sensitivity.
Configuration procedures are explained, including the 3‑wire serial programming interface and the use of SmartRF Studio software to generate configuration data. Ordering information, packaging details, and safety notices are also provided.
| Frequency range | 800 – 1000 MHz |
|---|---|
| Supply voltage | 2.7 V to 3.3 V |
| Receiver sensitivity | -110 dBm |
| Programmable output power | up to 4 dBm |
| Data rate (FSK) | up to 9.6 kbit/s |
| Current consumption (receive mode) | 21 mA |
The 66900 operates from 800 MHz to 1000 MHz.
It is programmed via a 3‑wire serial interface (STROBE, PDATA, CLOCK) that loads 16‑bit configuration frames.
The receiver sensitivity is –110 dBm measured at a 1.2 kbit/s data rate.
The device operates with a low supply voltage of 2.7 V to 3.3 V.