4.4 WBZ35x Module Routing Guidelines

  • Use the multi-layer host board for routing signals on the inner layer and the bottom layer.
  • The top layer (underneath the module) of the host board must be ground with as many GND vias as possible, (see the following figure).
  • Avoid fan-out of the signals under the module or antenna area. Use a via to fan-out signals to the edge of the WBZ35x Module.
  • For a better GND connection to the WBZ35x Module, solder the exposed GND pads of the WBZ35x Module on the host board.
  • For the module GND pad, use a GND via of a minimum 10 mil (hole diameter) for good ground to all the layers and thermal conduction path.
  • The recommendation is to have a series resistor on the host board for all GPIOs. Place these resistors close to the WBZ35x Module. The following figure illustrates the placement of the series resistor.
  • Place the SOSC crystal (32.768 kHz) on the host board close to the WBZ35x Module and follow the shortest trace routing length with no vias (see the following figure).
    Figure 4-8. Example of Host Board on Top Layer