The PCSRPWH is a dedicated reference platform designed by Palma Ceia SemiDesign to demonstrate real-world applications of the IEEE 802.11ah standard, commonly referred to as Wi-Fi HaLow. This platform plays a crucial role in validating and optimizing Wi-Fi HaLow performance, providing developers and architects with essential tools to test and evaluate connectivity solutions in various use cases.
Comprising a Palma Ceia Wi-Fi HaLow transceiver IC alongside an FPGA module, the PCSRPWH allows comprehensive application testing, supporting both access point and sensor station functionalities. It features a Linux-based platform equipped with HaLow radio and Ethernet capabilities, making it straightforward to expand existing networks or create standalone demonstration setups.
The platform highlights scalable security and operational efficiency thanks to features such as WPA3 security, along with low-power operation modes that suit a myriad of Wi-Fi IoT applications. This versatility is further emphasized through its adaptable interfaces, enabling seamless integration into different network environments, thereby facilitating robust test and deployment options for emerging IoT technologies.
