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Product Catalog 15Wireless & Positioning Solutions 2014

locate, communicate, accelerate

Contents

Page 2 | Contents

4 Company

6 Markets 7 Automotive 8 Industrial 9 Consumer

10 Quality

14 Products

16 Wireless modules overview 18 GSM/GPRS modules 22 UMTS/HSPA(+) modules 24 CDMA modules 30 LTE modules

32 Positioning modules overview 34 Standalone positioning modules 42 GNSS antenna modules 46 Timing and raw data modules 50 Dead Reckoning modules 52 Precise positioning modules

56 Previous generation modules overview

58 Positioning chips overview 60 Standalone GNSS chips 64 Dead Reckoning chips

66 Positioning antennas 67 Active GPS antennas

68 Services 69 Services overview 70 Assisted GNSS 72 CellLocate®

74 Support 75 Support overview 76 Evaluation kits and reference designs 77 Evaluation software 80 Middleware 81 Glossary

82 Technology 83 Technology overview 84 Module roadmap philosophy 85 Nested design 86 LTE 87 eCall / ERA-GLONASS 88 Multi GNSS support 89 Automotive Dead Reckoning 90 GNSS antenna modules 92 Precise Point Positioning (PPP) 93 Precision timing

94 Contacts

95 Worldwide presence

Dear readers,

Our Product Catalog 15 comes soon after reaching two of the most significant milestones in the history of our company; the introduction of our TOBY-L1 LTE module series, and the launch of our first u-blox M8 concurrent GNSS receivers.

The future of mobile communications is LTE, and we have ramped up our R&D to meet the challenge. LTE will enable a whole new breed of advanced applications and services for internet connectivity as well as high-speed, low latency human-to-machine and machine-to-machine applications. We strive to be your preferred vendor for embedded LTE, and have laid down a smooth 2G, 3G and 4G roadmap to get us to that goal. We look forwards to travelling that road with you as your partner!

On the positioning side of our business, our latest u-blox M8 concurrent GNSS chips and modules work with multiple satellite systems at the same time, including GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS. Alongside our u-blox 7 products, our positioningportfolio covers all your requirements for high-sensitivity, low-power, compact designs while satisfyingregional and government demands for compatibilitywith specific GNSS standards.

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Very often we, as well as our competitors, place great emphasis on communicating product features and performance. I want to take this opportunity to emphasize to you our extraordinary commitment to quality and reliability.

We have worked hard since our founding 16 years ago to build a reputation as a best-in-class provider of semiconductor components. We have established this reputation on a solid foundation built by listening to your needs, continuous improvement, world-class manufacturing partners, large investments in in-house reliability and test equipment, committed employees, and strict adherence to the toughest industry and environmental standards.

Our commitment to you is to deliver the best products with the highest quality, and equally important, exactly when you need them.

After all, as a Swiss-founded company with a global foot print, we have a reputation to live up to!

We look forwards to doing continued business with you.

Thomas SeilerCEO u-blox

Thomas Seiler – CEO u-blox

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Company

Page 4 | Company

u-blox at a glance

Company | Page 5

Foundation Founded in 1997, Switzerland

Stock exchange listing Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (UBXN)

Employees Over 400

Sales 2012 revenue of CHF 173.1 million (approximately USD 189 million)

H1 2013 revenue of CHF 105.1 million (approximately USD 115 million)

Markets served Automotive, industrial and consumer

Market penetration More than 3‘500 customers worldwide benefit from our solutions

More than 10‘000 types of devices rely on our products

More than 70‘000‘000 people and machines utilize our technology

Key facts

Swiss-based u-blox (SIX:UBXN) is the global leader in wireless and positioning semicon-ductor components for the automotive, industrial and consumer markets. Our solutions enable people, vehicles and machines to locate their exact position and wirelessly com-municate via voice, data, text or video. With a broad portfolio of modules, chips and software solutions, u-blox is uniquely positioned to enable OEMs to develop innovative personal, professional and M2M solutions quickly and cost-effectively. With headquarters in Thalwil, Switzerland, u-blox is globally present with offices and R&D centers in Europe, Asia and the USA.

Global presenceOur presence in 15 countries ensures that we can react quickly to changing customer demands. It also puts us in a very strong position to share knowledge and market requirements with our customers.

With our staff of over 400 people worldwide, we support our customers from com-ponent evaluation and selection right through to product design and final production set-up.

u-blox is headquartered in Switzerland and has offices in Italy, Ireland, Belgium, Finland, UK, USA, Singapore, China, India, Pakistan, Taiwan, Korea, Japan and Australia.

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Markets

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Automotive

High-speed LTE connectivity combined with global positioning is at the heart of new in-vehicle servicesu-blox’ robust cellular and positioning technologies allow designers to put a whole new array of helpful and enter-taining features as well as critical emer-gency services at the driver’s fingertips. Features such as connected navigation with automated trip advisor wirelessly download details about your surround-ings. LTE will enable new high-end mobile entertainment and information services unimaginable just a few years ago.

Vehicle recovery and automotive “black-box” based on GNSS positioningThe ability to recover stolen vehicles has become an important feature for owners, insurers, and law enforcement agencies. u-blox’ ultra-small, yet highly sensitive positioning solutions combined with wireless connectivity provide the perfect solution to this growing prob-lem. Additionally, in-vehicle telematics systems positioning can also be used to record location, speeds, and accelera-tion for use in “crash-logging.” When chosen as an option, this feature can dramatically reduce insurance costs to the driver.

“Our GPS Log Book takes advantage of u-blox’ extremely sensitive GPS receiver technology to provide a simple and useful way to keep an accurate overview of vehicle usage. It provides a simple, cost-effective way for businesses to keep track of one of their most valuable assets: their cars.”

Alex Soldatos, General Manager at Digital Matter Embedded, South Africa

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Industrial

Machine-to-machine communications (M2M)Our GSM, UMTS, CDMA and LTE mod-ules support a diverse range of ma-chine-to-machine applications such as mobile resource management, automatic meter reading, wireless security systems and vending equipment monitoring. Our 3G and LTE solutions support high-band-width applications such as car infotain-ment systems, telehealth, and mobile computing devices where high-speed wireless internet connection is essential.

Fleet management and asset trackingKeeping accurate track of valuable assets via satellite positioning and wireless con-nectivity streamlines your supply chain. Whether for fleet management, vehicle recovery, locating people or shipments, u-blox has the right embedded solutions that combine high-sensitivity, small size and low power consumption with in-dustrial temperature range. u-blox’ asset tracking solutions let you combine satel-lite positioning with the power to com-municate over the world’s largest cellular networks.

Precision TimingOur GNSS technology provides a preci-sion reference clock accurate to 15 nanoseconds to support time-critical appli-cations such as synchronization of distributed computer systems, mobile base-stations and femtocells.

“We are proud to have achieved an industry-leading position for dependable, ruggedized mobile computers that can be trusted to work in the most hostile environ-ments. To achieve this extremely high-level of performance, we only select components with the highest reliability on the market. GNSS positioning is one of the most important functionalities of our products. For this mission-critical feature, we chose u-blox.”

Jerker Hellström, CEO Handheld Group

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Staying connectedEmbedded in tablets, cameras, smart-phones, and wrist watches, our wireless and positioning products and solutions do much more than guide you to your destination; they keep you in touch with family and friends, connected to use-ful entertainment, communication and emergency services, and display infor-mation relevant to where you are, and where you are going.

Portable wireless and positioning for safety and recreationOur products are used in a diverse range of handheld safety and recrea-tional devices such as personal locators and health monitors, golf range-find-er, hiking, biking and marine equip-ment. Whether for fun or for safety, u-blox’ highly-integrated, ultra-sensitive 2G/3G/4G and GNSS modules, chips, software and services enable consumer devices to keep you in-touch and connect-ed with the world around you, no matter where you are.

Geotagging photo and videosu-blox‘ compact, ultra-sensitive GNSS chips and modules are perfect for pho-tography equipment, and are designed into a wide range of SLR, compact and video camera equipment.

Consumer

“As the population ages, more and more people are choosing to remain independent for as long as possible. With the help of u-blox’ reliable, low-power positioning and wireless technologies, our MobileHelp medical alert systems are giving a whole generation of people the freedom to live in their homes and travel independently knowing that simple and fast emergency assistance is just a push-button away.”

Robert Flippo, President of MobileHelp, USA

Quality

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u-blox has earned an industry-wide reputation as a best-in-class vendor of high-quality, reliable integrated circuits (ICs) and modules for the Automotive, Industrial and Consumer markets. We have achieved this distinction through a systematic, multi-pronged approach that emphasizes quality at every phase of our product’s life cycle. This encompasses product development, prototyping, qualification, manufacturing and delivery.

u-blox quality philosophy is supported by 5 main pillars:

• Understand and fulfill our customers’ needs We strive to understand our customers’ evolving

design and quality requirements, and keep pace with their innovation cycles.

• Continuous improvement We continuously improve our quality, product

features, and cost-efficiency through cutting-edge design innovation, expansion and acquisition of know-how.

• World-class partners u-blox operates as a fabless IC and module design-

house, utilizing high-volume, state-of-the-art fabrication and packaging partners that adhere to the highest manufacturing standards.

• Committed employees u-blox‘ leading technology, quality and reliability

depends on our corporate environment that fosters teamwork, enthusiasm and dedication of our employees.

• Environmental and social commitment u-blox is committed to environmental excellence

and meeting or exceeding regulatory requirements with respect to the use of hazardous substances (e.g. RoHS, ELV, REACH compliancy etc.). All of our contract manufacturers are ISO 14001 certified. u-blox is also a signatory to the UN Global Compact meaning we comply with sustainable production, environmental friendliness as well as with human-rights and anti-corruption principles.

Our global quality program covers all aspects of our organization including R&D, module and IC manufacturing, testing, supply chain, and ultimately timely delivery to our global customers. The program spans a multi-continent manufacturing chain that includes semiconductor fabrication and assembly in Asia, module assembly in Europe and Asia and independent stock points in America, Europe and Asia.

We adhere to the industry’s strictest standards. Our design-centers and manufacturing sites are

dedicated to ISO/TS 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO/IEC 80079-34 quality standards.

We are an established automotive supplier. u-blox has been a preferred vendor to the global automotive markets for many years, supplying key electronic components to many of the world’s most prestigious car brands. To achieve this distinction, all our manufacturing sites are ISO/TS 16949 automotive certified.

• Our modules are ISO 16750 qualified and Automotive End of Life (ELV) compliant.

• Our automotive ICs are JESD47 and AEC-Q100 qualified.

• We are committed to meet automotive service levels as required by our customers.

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Our Corporate commitment to quality

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Customer satisfaction through structured life cycle management• We maintain a well-planned, transparent

product roadmap that we develop with, and share with our customers. We focus not only on our

customer’s current generation of products, but look at their product evolution years into the future. We

make sure our product innovation and ease of upgrade are in-synch with our customer’s evolving designs.

• We communicate regularly with our customers via a well-managed, customer-friendly Product change notification (PCN) process based on a comprehensive in-house CRM system.

• Our End-of-life (EOL) process is a smoothly implemented procedure that gives our customer sufficient time to place all-time-buys, while providing them with a clear upgrade path to our next generation product.

• We address customer concerns through detailed reporting in order to quickly analyze and solve any nonconformity or product quality issues.

u-blox modules: the highest quality on the marketOur modules have the highest quality level in the industry. Our qualification process includes stress tests such as temperature cycling, mechanical shock and vibration tests. Most of those tests are done at our laboratory facilities and are performed as stipulated in the ISO 16750 standard: Road vehicles – environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment standard.

Extensive software tests with GNSS, GSM, UMTS, LTE & CDMA simulators as well as challenging real-world environments around the world are carried out to make sure that our products perform to the high level of quality we pride ourselves in.

Manufactured in a fully automatic assembly line, every u-blox module undergoes thorough production testing with maximum test coverage. This includes a full detection and processing path, from antenna input to data output. X-ray examination is performed on every module to identify and eliminate units with potentially faulty solder joints.

Designed for automotive grade quality and Zero DefectsWe work exclusively with world-class semiconductor fabri-cation partners that use the most reliable technologies to manufacture our chips. Our collaborative approach creates synergies, leveraging our product know-how and our partners’ manufacturing expertise. This allows us to optimize our design, test and manufacturing processes in line with our Zero Defect strategy.

Our in-house team of highly-specialized Test and Production Engineers develop and verify all chip and module tests in-house before installation at mass-production assembly and testing facilities.

Our chip production process includes 100% wafer sorting, packaging, as well as 100% final testing. Our automotive-grade integrated circuits (ICs) are qualified according to AEC-Q100, the automotive standard that includes the requirements of the common JEDEC standard JESD47 for ICs.

Qualification tests are performed at our laboratory facilities following the Zero Defects flow for automotive grade semiconductors (see diagram on following page).

u-blox: a reliable supplierManufacturing quality products is only half the game. Delivering the right product in the right quantity at the required time is crucial for our customer’s success. That is why we go to extreme measures to ensure that our products get to our customers when they need them.

We achieve this through multiple safety measures:

• We perform long-term capacity planning for modules and ICs 12 months into the future.

• Short term “Just-in-time” delivery planning for modules is performed weekly.

To make sure that all subcomponents for our products are available on time, our safety stock concept includes:

• 6 weeks safety stock of finished products at three different inventory locations.

• 2 month safety stock for all components.

• 1 month safety stock of wafers.

• Long-term committed production capacity from our contract manufacturers.

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Design

• Requirement Management• DFMEA• Simulation• Characterization• Design for Test / Assembly• BIST

• Wafer level reliability monitoring• Process / Product improvement• Product reliability monitoring

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• Problem solving techniques• Failure analysis process

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• Statistical data analysis• Environmental stress tests• Physical failure analysis

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Our benefits:• Excellent service level: 97% of all delivery requests

met (service level 2012).

• Very short delivery lead time.

• Flexible, responsive delivery for small, medium and high capacity requirements.

• Total customer satisfaction.

packaging and deliveryu-blox delivers chips and modules packed into reels which are, in turn, packed into ESD (Electrostatic Sensitive Device) and moisture-shielding bags. Sample deliveries are packed onto trays and are also packaged into ESD and moisture-shielding bags.

Products are delivered on reels that are dry-sealed into ESD and moisture-shielding bags that come with

detailed care instructions about moisture sensitivity levels and maximum factory floor times.

For Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific regions, samples of modules are shipped from our headquarters in Switzerland or assembly center in Austria and chip-sets are sent from the Philippines. For the Americas, all shipments, regardless of quantity, are sent from our US headquarters in Reston, Virginia, USA.

Samples and pre-production quantities can be purchased directly from our Online shop:

www.u-blox.com/en/online-shop.html

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Zero Defects flow diagram

manufacturing

• Process selection and qualification• Corner lot evaluation• Process FMEA• Control plan / Safe launch plan• SPC / Process capabilities• Product qualification

test

• Test program development• Parametric and final testing • ATE capability studies (MSA)• Statistical yield analysis• Extended temperature testing• 100% burn-in for automotive products

Application

• Design-In support• Schematics review• Support for key component selection• Assembly process support• Test procedures support

http://www.u-blox.com/en/online-shop.html

Products

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Overview

Embedded products for wireless communications and global positioning Our market-proven products can be found in demanding automotive and industrial applications, as well as in mobile and handheld consumer devices where size and power consumption are critical.

Combining industry-leading robustness, sensitivity and performance with innovative features and packaging, u-blox offers the right products, software and solutions to suit your designs.

Wireless modules (Page 16)

GSM/GPRS modules: 2.5G voice and data modem modules

UMTS/HSPA(+) modules: 3 – 3.75G voice and data modem modules

CDMA modules: CDMA2000 voice and data modem modules

LTE modules: 4G data modem modules

Positioning modules (Page 32)

Standalone positioning modules: single and concurrent GNSS receiver modules

GNSS antenna modules: single and concurrent GNSS receiver modules with integrated antenna

Timing and raw data modules: precision time and reference frequency modules

Dead Reckoning modules: GNSS receiver modules with integrated Automotive Dead Reckoning

Precise positioning modules: GNSS receiver modules with Precise Point Positioning (PPP)

Positioning chips (Page 58)

Standalone GNSS chips: single and concurrent GNSS receiver chips

Dead Reckoning chips: GNSS receiver chips with integrated Automotive Dead Reckoning

Positioning antennas (Page 66)

Active GPS antennas: Active GPS antennas

Wireless modules

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Wireless modules overview

LISA UMTS/HSPA(+) and CDMA modules22.4 x 33.2 x 2.6 mm

TOBY LTE modules24.8 x 35.6 x 2.6 mm

SARA GSM/GPRS modules16.0 x 26.0 x 3.0 mm

FW75/x200 CDMA modules33.9 x 35.0 x 3.3 mm

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SARA-G350ATEX

Q 2 4 1 1 • • • • • • • • • 18

LEON-G100 Q 1 4 2 1 • • • • • • • • • 20

UMTS/HSPA modules

LISA-U200JK Q800/850/900

1700/1900/2100L 1 1 1 14 2 • • • • • • • • F • • 22

LISA-U230 Q800/850/900

1700/1900/2100M 1 1 1 14 2 • • • • • • • • • • • 22

LISA-U260 Q 850/1900L 1 1 1 14 2 • • • • • • • • • • 22

LISA-U270J Q 900/2100L 1 1 1 14 2 • • • • • • • • • • 22

CDMA modules

LISA-C200800/1900

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LTE modules

TOBY-L100 4,13T • 6 • • • 30

TOBY-L110 3,7,20T • 6 • • • 30

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D = Dual-band 900/1800 MHz, Q = Quad-bandJ = Version for Japan available (DoCoMo, Softbank)K = Version for Korea available (SKT)* = Optional integrated GNSS

R = 153 kb/s down and upE = 3.1 / 1.8 Mb/s down and upL = 7.2 / 5.76 Mb/s down and upM = 21.1 / 5.76 Mb/s down and upT = 100 / 50 Mb/s down and up

= Available on requestA = Available from versions 03S/23S onwards

U = via USB onlyS = Sprint version only

F = FOTA version available* = available in the Japanese Product Catalog only

SARA-G3 series GSM/GPRS modules

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Highlights• GSM/GPRS functionality scalable to customer needs• Easy migration to u-blox W-CDMA (UMTS), CDMA

and LTE modules• Smallest footprint; lowest standby current: < 0.90 mA• Extended temperature range: -40 to +85°C• Simple integration of u-blox GNSS and A-GNSS• CellLocate®: location based on cellular network• ISO 16750 qualification• Manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified production sites

SARA-G3 series16.0 x 26.0 x 3.0 mm

Product descriptionThe SARA-G3 series is the latest family of u-blox GSM/GPRS modules, featuring extremely low power consump-tion and a miniature LGA form factor. SARA-G3 modules are interchangeable, and have been designed with the diverse needs of M2M customers in mind. Different func-tionalities and feature sets are available to meet different customer and application requirements.

SARA-G350 is a full feature quad-band GSM/GPRS module with a comprehensive feature set including an extensive set of internet protocols (TCP, UDP, HTTP and FTP). SARA-G350 also provides fully integrated access to u-blox GNSS positioning chips and modules, along with embedded A-GPS (AssistNow Online and AssistNow Offline) functionality. SARA-G350 allows customers to develop M2M devices with minimal software develop-ment on the host processor.

The SARA-G350 ATEX is an ATEX / IECEx certified variant

A = available upon request

that further complements the product family by offering the ideal solution for the development of smart devices deployed in potentially explosive environments.

SARA-G300/G310 modules target high volume, cost sensitive applications, and provide “bit pipe” GSM/GPRS functionalities while minimizing the customer’s total cost of ownership. Functionalities requiring dedicated and expen-sive hardware components are eliminated where they are not needed, or can be implemented in the host processor.

u-blox wireless modules are certified and approved by the main regulatory bodies and operators, and RIL software for Android and Embed ded Windows are available free of charge. SARA-G3 modules are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Each module is tested and inspected during production. The modules are qualified according to ISO 16750 – Environmental conditions and electrical testing for electrical and electronic equipment for road vehicles.

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Features

Electrical data

Power supply 3.00 to 4.50 V (extended)

Power Power Off: < 40 μA consumption Idle mode4: < 0.9 mA Idle mode5: < 5.0 mA Connected: < 250 mA

4 SARA-G300 and SARA-G310: requires external 32 kHz signal5 SARA-G300 and SARA-G310: without external 32 kHz signal

Interfaces

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Antenna 50 SMT pad

Serial Port 1 UART for data and AT Commands 1 UART for tracing and firmware update

SIM 1.8 V and 3 V

SARA-G350 only:

GPIO 4, controllable over AT commands

GNSS serial 1 DDC (I2C)

Audio 1 analog 1 digital (I2S/PCM)

GSM GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz 1, 2

GSM 900 /1800 MHz 3

3GPP Release 99

GPRS GPRS Class 10, CS1-CS4 - up to 85.6 kb/s PBCCH support

CSD GSM max 9.6 kb/s

AT Commands 3GPP 27.005, 3GPP 27.007 u-blox AT command extension 3GPP 27.010 MUX protocol

SMS MT/MO Text/PDU mode

FW upgrade Via UART

SARA-G350 only: Voice HR / FR / EFR / AMR Echo cancellation Noise reduction

Protocols Embedded TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP/FTP

Network Jamming detection

GNSS Direct access to u-blox GNSS via SARA-G350 Interfaces AssistNow software for faster acquisition CellLocate & Hybrid Positioning

Special inBand modem features eCall and ERA/GLONASS support

1 SARA-G3502 SARA-G3103 SARA-G300

Certifications and approvals

SARA modules offer a comprehensive set of regulatory certifications and approvals, including R&TTE, GCF, PTCRB, FCC, IC, NCC, ICASA, and Anatel. See the u-blox website for latest approvals.

Ordering information

SARA-G350-xxS6 Quad-band GSM/GPRS module, extended feature set

SARA-G350-xxX6 Quad-band GSM/GPRS module, ATEX/IECEx certified

SARA-G310-xxS6 Cost optimized quad-band GSM/GPRS data module

SARA-G300-xxS6 Cost optimized dual-band (900/1800 MHz) GSM/GPRS data modul

6 xx refers to firmware version.

Samples available via u-blox’ Online shop atwww.u-blox.com/en/online-shop.html

Support product

EVK-G35 Evaluation Kit for SARA-G350

EVK-G31 Evaluation Kit for SARA-G300/G310

RIL software Android 2.3 and 4.1 Embedded Windows 6.x, 7.x Windows Mobile 6.5

Environmental data, quality & reliability

Operating temperature –40 to +85°C (extended range)

RoHS compliant (lead-free)

Qualification according to ISO 16750

Manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified production sites

ATEX / IECEx certification (SARA-G350 ATEX)

96 pin LGA: 16.0 x 26.0 x 3.0 mm, < 5 g

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LEON-G1 series GSM/GPRS modules

Page 20 | GSM/GPRS modules

Highlights• Full feature quad-band GSM/GPRS, class 10

• Easy forward migration to u-blox LISA UMTS/HSPA and CDMA 1xRTT modules

• Lowest standby current: < 0.99 mA

• Extended temperature range: –40 to +85°C

• Simple integration of u-blox GNSS and A-GNSS

• CellLocate®: location based on cellular network

• ISO 16750 qualification

• Manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified production sites

LEON-G10018.9 x 29.5 x 3.0 mm

Product descriptionLEON-G1 modules provide full feature quad-band GSM/GPRS data and voice communication in a compact and cost optimized SMT form factor. LEON modules are fully qualified and certified and feature extremely low power consumption and a rich set of Internet protocols. They are ideally suited to M2M and automotive appli-cations such as: Fleet management, Automatic Meter Reading (AMR), people and asset tracking, surveillance and security and Point of Sales (PoS) terminals.

LEON modules implement fully integrated access to u-blox GNSS receivers. Wireless and GNSS are con-trolled through a single serial port from any host pro-cessor, and A-GNSS (AssistNow Online and AssistNow Offline) functionality is integrated.

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The compact SMT package enables easy manufactur-ing, and simple forward migration to u-blox LISA UMTS/HSPA and CDMA 1xRTT modules and seamless GSM to UMTS and GSM to CDMA handover. This allows customers to take maximum advantage of their hard-ware and software investments, and provides very short time to market. An extensive set of national regulatory and operator certificates is available. RIL software for Android and Embedded Windows is available free of charge.

LEON modules are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 cer-tified sites. Each module is tested and inspected during production. The modules are qualified according to ISO 16750 – Environmental conditions and electrical testing for electrical and electronic equipment for road vehicles.

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LEON-G100 • 1 4 1 2 1 • • • • • • • • e •

e = with LEON-G100-71S

GSM/GPRS modules | Page 21

Features

Electrical data

Power supply 3.0 V – 4.50 V (extended range)

Power Power Off: < 90 μA consumption Idle mode1: DRX9: < 0.99 mA DRX5: < 1.60 mA GSM Voice: < 300 mA GPRS Class 10: < 410 mA1 GSM and GPRS attach

Interfaces

Antenna 50 Antenna detection

Serial port 1 UART 1 DDC (I2C) for GNSS communication

Audio lines 2 audio analog 1 audio digital (I2S/PCM) interface

SIM 1.8 V and 3.0 V

GPIO 4, controllable over AT commands

RTC Internal

A/D converter 1, accessible via AT commands

Software features

Protocols Embedded TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP/FTP

Network Jamming detection

GNSS Interfaces Direct access to u-blox GNSS via LEON AssistNow software for fastest GNSS Time-to-First-Fix CellLocate & Hybrid positioning

AT commands 3GPP 27.005, 3GPP 27.007 u-blox proprietary AT command 3GPP 27.010 MUX protocol

Firmware Via UART (Xmodem protocol) upgrade

Special features DTMF decoder InBand modem eCall and ERA-GLONASS support

GSM GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz 3GPP Release 99 PBCCH support

GPRS Class 10, CS1-CS4 – up to 85.6 kb/s

CSD GSM max 9.6 kb/s

Voice HR / FR / EFR / AMR Echo cancellation Noise reduction

AT Commands 3GPP 27.005, 3GPP 27.007 u-blox AT command extension 3GPP 27.010 MUX protocol

SMS MT/MO PDU / Text mode


R&TTE, CE, GCF, PTCRB, FCC, IC, NCC, ICASA, A-Tick,AT&T, Rogers, Orange. See website for latest approvals.


LEON-G100-xxS2 Quad-band GSM/GPRS module



Support product

EVK-G20 Evaluation Kit for LEON-G1

RIL software Android 2.3 and 4.1, Embedded Windows 6.x, 7.x, Windows Mobile 6.5






50 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier): 18.9 x 29.5 x 3.0 mm, < 5 g

Pinout

Package

MIC_BIAS2

MIC_GND2

MIC_GND1

MIC_BIAS1

GND

ANT

GND

GND

GND

VCC50

49

48

47

46

45

44

43

42

41

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10RI

DSR

GND

GND

GND

ADC1

Reserved

GND

V_BCKP

GND

LEON-G1Top View

VSIM

SIM_RST

SIM_IO

SIM_CLKSDA

I2S_RXD

I2S_CLK

SCL

I2S_TXD

I2S_WA26

27

28

29

30

31

32

33

34

35

25

24

23

22

21

20

19

18

17

16RxD

GND

HS_DET

PWR_ON

GPIO1

GPIO2

RESET_N

GPIO3

GPIO4

GND

Reserved

SPK_N

SPK_P

HS_PGND36

37

38

39

40

15

14

13

12

11DCD

DTR

RTS

CTS

TxD

WIR

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LISA-U2 series UMTS/HSPA(+) modules

Page 22 | UMTS/HSPA modules

Product descriptionWith 6-band W-CDMA(UMTS) and quad-band GPRS/EDGE, LISA-U2 modules are suited for networks world-wide. Features include data-rates of up to 21.1 Mb/s (downlink), a rich set of internet protocols, very small footprint, very low power consumption and extended op-erating temperature range. LISA-U2 modules provide fully integrated access to u-blox positioning products. Antenna diversity permits LISA-U2 modules to provide the highest data speeds.

LISA-U2 modules are ideal for consumer and industri-al applications requiring high-speed data transmission rates, and machine-to-machine applications. They are the perfect choice for mobile Internet terminals, tablets, in-car infotainment, connected navigation systems, security and

Highlights• Worldwide W-CDMA(UMTS) and GPRS/EDGE

coverage• HSDPA 21.1 Mb/s, HSUPA 5.76 Mb/s • SMT form factor, small foot-print• Easy migration to u-blox GSM/GPRS, CDMA and LTE

modules• Low idle mode current: 1.5 mA• Extended temperature range: –40 to +85°C• Simple integration of u-blox GNSS and A-GNSS• CellLocate®: location based on cellular network• Manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified production sites

LISA-U2 series22.4 x 33.2 x 2.6 mm

Product selector

surveillance systems, eCall, fleet management, metering, anti-theft systems, and other automotive applications. The compact SMT package enables easy manufacturing, and migration from u-blox SARA, LEON, and other LISA modules is simple. This allows customers to take maximum advantage of their hardware and software investments, and provides very short time-to-market. An extensive set of national regulatory and operator certificates is available. RIL software for Android and Embedded Windows is available free of charge.

LISA-U2 modules are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Each module is tested and inspected during production. The modules are qualified according to ISO 16750 - Environmental conditions and electrical testing for electrical and electronic equipment for road vehicles.

Model Technology Bands Interface Audio Features

HSU

PA [M

b/s]

HSD

PA [M

b/s]

UM

TS/H

SPA

[MH

z]

GPR

S/ED

GE

quad

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UA

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SPI

USB

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LISA-U200 5.76 7.2800/850/900/

1700/1900/2100• 1 1 1 14 1 2 • • • • • • • • • • •

LISA-U230 5.76 21.1800/850/900/

1700/1900/2100 • 1 1 1 14 1 2 • • • • • • • • • • • •

LISA-U260 5.76 7.2 850/1900 • 1 1 1 14 1 2 • • • • • • • • • • •

LISA-U270 5.76 7.2 900/2100 • 1 1 1 14 1 2 • • • • • • • • • • •

LISA-U200 FOTA 5.76 7.2 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 • 1 1 1 14 1 2 • • • • • • • • • • • •

UMTS/HSPA modules | Page 23

Features

Electrical data

Power supply 3.3 V to 4.4 VPower consumption Power Off 50 μA Idle (2G, DRX5) 1.3 mA Idle (3G, DRX7) 1.7 mA GSM Voice 175 mA (Bands II & III) UMTS Voice 385 mA (Band V) GPRS Data 175 mA (1 Tx slot, Bands II & III) 400 mA (4 Tx slots, Bands II & III) HSPA 500 – 800 mA (depends on frequency band)

Interfaces

GPIO Up to 14 GPIOs, configurable(U)SIM Supports 1.8 V and 3 V, SIM toolkit

Serial 1 UART 1 USB 2.0 (high-speed, 480 Mb/s) 1 SPIAudio 2 digital

Software features

Protocols Embedded TCP/IP, UDP/IP HTTP/FTP/SSL (Secure Socket Layer)Network Jamming detectionGNSS Interfaces Direct access to u-blox GNSS via LISA AssistNow software for fastest GNSS Time-To-First-Fix CellLocate & Hybrid PositioningFW upgrade Via UART and USB

UMTS/HSPA 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 MHz (Bands VI, V, VIII, IV, II, I) 3GPP Release 7 5.76 Mb/s uplink, 21.1 Mb/s downlink or 5.76 Mb/s uplink, 7.2 Mb/s downlink

GSM GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 MHz 3GPP Release 7 PBCCH support

GPRS Class 12, CS1-CS4 – up to 86.5 kb/s

EDGE Class 12, MCS1-9 – up to 236.8 kb/s

CSD GSM max 9.6 kb/s UMTS max 64 kb/s


Voice HR/FR/EFR/AMR/AMR-WB

GCF, R&TTE, PTCRB, FCC, IC, Giteki (Japan), A-tic (Australia), CCC (China), NCC (Taiwan), KCC (Korea), IDA (Singapore), ANATEL (Brazil), ICASA (S. Africa).AT&T, DoCoMo, Softbank, SKT (S.Korea), Telstra (Australia), Vodafone, BellMobility, Telus, Rogers (Canada).


Support products

EVK-U20/EVK-U23 Evaluation Kits for LISA-U2 series

RIL software Android 2.3 & 4,0, Embedded Windows 6.x, 7.x, Windows Mobile 6.5

USB driver Embedded Windows 6.x, 7.x, Windows XP, Vista, 7, Windows Mobile 6.5


LISA-U200-xxS1 UMTS/HSPA, quad-band GPRS/EDGE 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 MHz

LISA-U200-82S FOTA, UMTS/HSPA, quad-band GPRS/EDGE 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 MHz

LISA-U230-xxS1 UMTS/HSPA+, quad-band GPRS/EDGE 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 MHz

LISA-U260-xxS1 UMTS/HSPA, quad-band GPRS/EDGE 850/1900 MHz

LISA-U270-xxS1 UMTS/HSPA, quad-band GPRS/EDGE 900/2100 MHz1 xx refers to firmware version.


Package


Operating temperature –40 to +85°C (extended range)RoHS compliant (lead-free)Qualification according to ISO 16750Manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified production sites

76 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier): 22.4 x 33.2 x 2.6 mm, < 7 g

Pinout

LISA-U2Top View

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

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65

64

63

62

61

60

59

58

57

56

55

54

53

52

51

50

49

48

47

46

45

44

43

42

41

40

39

76757473727170

69686766

GND

GND

VCC

VCC

VCC

GND

SPI_MRDY / GPIO14

SPI_SRDY / GPIO13

SPI_MISO / GPIO12

SPI_MOSI / GPIO11

SPI_SCLK / GPIO10

GPIO9 / I2S1_WA

RSVD / CODEC_CLK

GPIO5

VSIM

SIM_RST

SIM_IO

SIM_CLK

SDA

SCL

GND

GND

V_BCKP

V_INT

RSVD

GND

GND

GND

DSR

RI

DCD

DTR

RTS

CTS

TXD

RXD

GND

VUSB_DET

PWR_ON

GPIO1

GPIO2

RESET_N

GPIO3

GPIO4

GND

USB_D-

USB_D+

RSV

D /

AN

T_D

IV

AN

T

GN

D

GN

D

GPIO8 / I2S1_CLK

GPIO6 / I2S1_RXD

GPIO7 / I2S1_TXD

RSVD / I2S_WA

RSVD / I2S_TXD

RSVD / I2S_CLK

RSVD / I2S_RXD

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

Pin 28 - 38 = GND

WIR

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LISA-C2 series CDMA 1xRTT module

Page 24 | CDMA modules

The LISA-C2 form factor is compatible with the LISA-U, SARA and LEON module families, enabling straight-forward development of products supporting either CDMA, UMTS/HSPA, or GSM/GPRS wireless technology with the same application board. This allows customers to take maximum advantage of their hardware and software investments.

LISA-C2 is certified by Sprint, Verizon and Aeris.

Product descriptionThe LISA-C2 series provides dual-band CDMA2000 1xRTT data and voice communication in a compact SMT form factor. These are fully qualified and certified modules, featuring low power consumption and a rich set of internet protocols.

LISA-C2 modules are ideally suited to M2M applications such as: fleet management, Automatic Meter Reading (AMR), people and asset tracking, surveillance and security and Point of Sales (PoS) terminals.

Highlights• Dual-band CDMA2000 1xRTT 800 MHz/1900 MHz

• SMT form factor, extremely small foot-print

• Low power consumption

• Pin/pad compatible with u-blox GSM/GPRS, W-CDMA(UMTS) and LTE modules

• Simple integration of u-blox GNSS and A-GNSS

• USB 2.0 and serial interfaces (27.010 MUX support)

• Sprint, Verizon and Aeris approvals

Product selector


CD

MA

1xR

TT [k

b/s]

(for

war

d/re

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e)

CD

MA

[MH

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UA

RT

SPI

USB

GPI

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S

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P/IP

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P/IP

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FTP

, HTT

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SSL

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LISA-C200 153 800/1900 1 1 5 A 1 1 • • • A S U A

LISA-C20022.4 x 33.2 x 2.7 mm

A = available from versions 03S/23S onwards U = via USB only S = Sprint version only

CDMA modules | Page 25

Features

Electrical data

Power supply 3.3 V to 4.4 V

Power consumption

Power Off < 20 μA Sleep mode < 5 mA Data traffic < 750 mA

Interfaces

Antenna 50 Ω Antenna supervisor

Serial 1 UART (5 wire) 1 USB 2.0 (high-speed)

Audio 1 audio digital (PCM) interface 1 audio analog interface

GPIO 5

Software features

Protocols Embedded UDP/IP, TCP/IP, HTTP and FTP

Network OTA provisioning, software maintenance and device management (OTASP, OTAPA) OMA-DM / FOTA

AT commands Enhanced AT command set IS-707.3 3GPP 27.005, 3GPP 27.007 and ITU-T V.25 u-blox proprietary AT commands 3GPP 27.010 MUX protocol

Firmware upgrade Via USB FOTA (Sprint)

CDMA2000 1xRTT 800/1900 MHz (Sprint and Verizon bands) 153 kb/s forward/reverse

Voice Analog / digital

SMS Text mode

Carrier provisioning Over-the-Air (Sprint) OTASP/OTAPA (Verizon)

GNSS interfaces1 Direct access to u-blox GNSS via LISA-C2, AssistNow software for faster acquisition1 available from versions 03S/23S onwards

FCC, IC, Sprint, Verizon, Aeris. See website for latest approvals.


Support products

EVK-C20-0xS Evaluation Kit for LISA-C200 (Sprint)

EVK-C20-2xS Evaluation Kit for LISA-C200 (Verizon)


LISA-C200-0xS2 CDMA 2000 1xRTT 800/1900 MHz, data and voice, Sprint and Aeris

LISA-C200-2xS2 CDMA 2000 1xRTT 800/1900 MHz, data and voice, Verizon

2 x refers to firmware version.


Package


Operating –30 to +85°C temperature (extended range)


76 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier):22.4 x 33.2 x 2.7 mm, < 7 g

Pinout

LISA-C2Top View

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

26

27

2829303132333435363738

65

64

63

62

61

60

59

58

57

56

55

54

53

52

51

50

49

48

47

46

45

44

43

42

41

40

39

76757473727170

69686766

GND

GND

VCC

VCC

VCC

GND

RSVD

RSVD

RSVD

RSVD

RSVD

SPK_N

RSVD

GPIO5

VSIM

SIM_RST

SIM_IO

SIM_CLK

RSVD

RSVD

GND

GND

RSVD

V_INT

RSVD

GND

GND

GND

RSVD

RI

RSVD

RSVD

RTS

CTS

TXD

RXD

GND

VUSB_DET

PWR_ON

GPIO1

GPIO2

RESET_N

GPIO3

GPIO4

GND

USB_D-

USB_D+

RSV

D

AN

T

GN

D

GN

D

SPK_P

MIC_N

MIC_P

PCM_SYNC

PCM_DO

I2S_CLK

PCM_DI

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

GN

D

Pin 28 - 38 = GND

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http://www.u-blox.com


FW75-C2 series CDMA 1xRTT module


Product descriptionThe u-blox FW75-C200 module provides dual-band CDMA2000 1xRTT data and communication in an easy to integrate board-to-board form factor. The FW75-C200 features extremely low power consumption and a rich set of Internet protocols. It is ideally suited to M2M ap-plications such as: Fleet management, Automatic Meter Reading (AMR), people and asset tracking, surveillance and security and Point of Sales (PoS) terminals.

Highlights• Dual-band CDMA2000 1xRTT 800 MHz/1900 MHz

• Drop in compatible with existing GSM, GPRS, and EDGE modules


• USB 2.0 and serial interface

• 27.010 MUX support

• Sprint, Verizon and Aeris approvalsFW75-C200

33.9 x 35.0 x 3.3 mm

Supporting a comprehensive set of AT commands and drop-in compatibility with existing GSM, GPRS, and EDGE modules, the FW75-C200 is the ideal solution to bring CDMA connectivity into existing GSM-based designs.

Product selector


CD

MA

1xR

TT [k

b/s]

(f

orw

ard/

reve

rse)

CD

MA

UA

RT

SPI

USB

GPI

O

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P/IP

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P/IP

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FTP

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FW75-C200 153 800/1900 1 1 • • S U

U = via USB only S = Sprint version only


Features

Electrical data


Power consumption Power Off <20 μA Sleep mode <15 mA Idle mode <100 mA Data traffic mode <800 mA

RF sensitivity –107.0 dBm, ± 0.5 dBm (Typical)

Max. output +25 dBm, ± 0.5 dBm (Typical)

Software features

Protocols Embedded UDP/IP, TCP/IP, HTTP and FTP

Network OTA provisioning, software maintenance and device management (OTASP, OTAPA) OMA-DM / FOTA

AT commands Enhanced AT command set IS-707.3, 3GPP 27.005, 3GPP 27.007 and ITU-T V.25 u-blox proprietary AT commands 3GPP 27.010 MUX protocol

Firmware upgrade Via USB FOTA (Sprint)

CDMA 2000 1xRTT 800/1900 MHz (Sprint and Verizon bands) 153 kb/s

SMS Text mode

Carrier provisioning Over the Air (Sprint) OTASP/OTAPA (Verizon)

FCC, IC, Sprint, Verizon, Aeris. See website for latest approvals.


Support products

EVK-C21 Evaluation Kit for FW75-C200 module


FW75-C200-0xS1 1xRTT module with B2B connector, data only, 800/1900 MHz, Sprint and Aeris

FW75-C200-2xS1 1xRTT module with B2B connector, data only, 800/1900 MHz, Verizon

1 x refers to firmware version.




Supported standards

• IS-2000 (CDMA2000 Release 0) MOB_P_REV 6

• IS-95A/IS-95B (JSTD-008) backward compatibility (MOB_P_REV1,3,4,5)

• TIA/EIA-98F minimum RF performance

• TIA/EIA-637A; two-way SMS

• TIA/EIA-683A; OTASP and OTAPA

Interfaces

Antenna 1 U.FL-R-SMT 50 Ω antenna connector

Board to board 80 pin connector Molex 0529910808

Serial 1 UART (5 wire) 1 USB 2.0 (full-speed)

Package

80 pin Board to Board Connector: 33.9 x 35.0 x 3.3 mm, < 10 g

Pinout:

WIR

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S


FW2770pCDMA EV-DO module


Highlights

• CDMA EV-DO Rev A supporting data rates up to 3.1 Mb/s (forward link) and 1.8 Mb/s (reverse link)

• PCI Express Mini Card form factor

• Dual band 800/1900 MHz

• USB 2.0 interface

• A-GNSS (optional)

• Rx diversity

• Sprint, Aeris and Verizon approvals

Product descriptionThe u-blox FW2770p module provides a full-featured EV-DO Rev A dual band CDMA solution in an easy to integrate PCI Express Mini Card form factor. This high speed module supports EV-DO Rel 0 and 1xRTT networks and is ideally suited to consumer applications requiring high data transmission rates such as laptop and tablet connectivity, mobile Internet terminals and internet gateways.

The FW2770p is fully certified and is available with or without GPS to meet customer requirements.

Supporting a comprehensive AT command feature set, the FW2770p provides quick time to market and optimal performance.

Product selector


CD

MA

EV

-DO

[Mb/

s](f

orw

ard)

CD

MA

EV

-DO

[Mb/

s](r

ever

se)

CD

MA

1xR

TT [k

b/s]

(for

war

d/re

vers

e)

CD

MA

UA

RT

SPI

USB

GPI

O

Ana

log

Aud

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Net

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P/U

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FTP

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GPS

PCI-D100 3.1 1.8 153 800/1900 1 • • • • •

PCI-D101 3.1 1.8 153 800/1900 1 • • • • • •

FW2770p30.0 x 51.0 x 4.5 mm


Features

Electrical data

Power supply VAUX for Mini PCIe (3.3 V)

Power consumption Sleep mode <2 mA Idle mode ~100 mA Data traffic mode ~800 mA

RF sensitivity –106.5 dBm, ± 0.5 dBm (Typical)

Max. output +24 dBm, ± 0.5 dBm (Typical)

Software features

Protocols Embedded TCP/IP and UDP/IP SMS Client with inbox functionality

Network Over-the-Air (OTA) provisioning, software maintenance, and device managementAT commands Enhanced AT command set: IS-707.3, GSM 07.05, GSM 07.07, ITU-T V.25 as applicable

Firmware upgrade Via Serial FOTA

CDMA EV-DO Rev A 800/1900 MHz 3.1 Mb/s (forward link) 1.8 Mb/s (reverse link)


FCC, CDG1 and 2, CCF, US CDMA Carriers approvals.See website for latest approvals.


Support products

EVK-D10 Evaluation Kit for FW2770p


PCI-D100-xxS1 FW2770p: EV-DO PCI Express Mini Card, 800/1900 MHz

PCI-D101-xxS1 FW2770p: EV-DO PCI Express Mini Card, 800/1900 MHz, with GPS1 xx refers to firmware version.


Operating temp. –30°C to +85°C

Storage temp. –40°C to +105°C


Supported standards

• IS-856-A (CDMA1xEV-DO Rev A)

• IS-856 (CDMA1xEV-DO Rel 0)

• IS-2000 (CDMA2000 Release 0) MOB_P_REV 6

• IS-95A/IS-95B (JSTD-008) backward compatibility (MOB_P_REV1,3,4,5)

• TIA/EIA-98F minimum RF performance

• TIA/EIA-637A; two-way SMS

• TIA/EIA-683A; OTASP and OTAPA

• TIA/EIA-707A; data service options, CSD

• OMA-DM version 1.2

Interfaces

RF 3 Hirose UFL-R_XMT (50 Ω) Connectors (main, diversity, and GPS)

Communication 1 USB 2.0 (high-speed, 480 Mb/s)

R-UIM Supported

Package

52 pin PCI Express Mini Card, 30 x 51 x 4.5 mm, 12 g

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TOBY-L1 series LTE modules

Page 30 | LTE modules

Highlights• LTE-only LGA module in a very small form-factor

• LTE Cat. 3, 100 Mb/s download, 50 MB/s upload

• Easy migration from u-blox GSM/GPRS, W-CDMA (UMTS) and CDMA modules

• Variants for Verizon (USA) & European operators

• Extended temperature range: –40 to +85°C


TOBY-L1 series:24.8 x 35.6 x 2.6 mm

Product descriptionThe TOBY-L1 series comprises LTE-only modules in a very small form-factor that are easy to integrate in compact designs. The TOBY-L1 supports up to three LTE-FDD bands. LTE-only modules offer cost advantages compared to multi-mode (LTE/3G/2G) modules and are optimized for applications using only LTE networks.

The modules are dedicated for data transfer, supporting a high-speed USB 2.0 interface. With LTE Category 3 data rates of 100 Mb/s (downlink) and 50 Mb/s (uplink), the modules are ideal for applications requiring the highest data-rates and high-speed internet access. They are the perfect choice for consumer fixed-wireless terminals, mobile routers and gateways, and applica-tions requiring video streaming. They are also optimally suited for industrial (M2M) applications, such as remote access to video cameras, digital signage, telehealth, security and surveillance systems.

The TOBY-L1 can operate in a temperature range of –40 to +85°C, making it well suited to devices intended for outdoor operation and harsh environments.

The compact LGA package enables easy manufacturing, and straightforward migration from u-blox GSM/GPRS, W-CDMA (UMTS) and CDMA modules. This allows cus-tomers to take maximum advantage of their hardware and software investments, and provides very short time-to-market. The modules are fully certified for Verizon and European networks. USB drivers and RIL software for Android is available free of charge.

TOBY-L1 modules are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Each module is tested and inspected during production.

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Model Bands GNSS Interfaces Audio Features

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3 4,13 • 6 • • •

TOBY-L110Europe

3 3,7,20 • 6 • • •

LTE modules | Page 31

Features

Electrical data


Power consumption

Power Off 40 μA Idle (power saving) 2.6 mA Transmitting 740 mA (Band 4, 10 MHz channel width) Transmitting 800 mA (Band 13, 10 MHz channel width)

Interfaces

Serial 1 USB 2.0 (high-speed, 480 Mb/s)

GPIO 6 GPIOs

(U)SIM 1 4-wire interface, supports 1.8 V and 3 V, SIM toolkit

LTE Cat. 3 50 Mb/s UL,100 Mb/s DL TOBY-L100: FDD Bands 4, 13 TOBY-L110: FDD Bands 3, 7, 20 3GPP Release 9 FDD channel width 1.4 – 20 MHz MIMO 2x2 Rx diversity

SMS SMS via embedded IMS1

Network Status Indication via LED

Firmware upgrade FOTA (Firmware upgrade Over The Air)1 IP Multimedia Subsystem


GCF, R&TTE, FCC, Verizon, Vodafone (planned). Available certifications will be posted on the u-blox website.


TOBY-L100-xxS2 LTE Cat 3., Bands 4, 13 (Verizon)

TOBY-L110-xxS2 LTE Cat 3., Bands 3, 7, 20 (Europe)


Support product

EVK-L10/EVK-L11 Evaluation Kit for TOBY-L1 series

RIL software Android 4.x

USB driver Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8




REACH compliant


152 pin LGA (Land Grid Array): 24.8 x 35.6 x 2.6 mm, < 7 g

Package

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Positioning modules

Positioning modules | Page 33

Positioning modules overview

For an overview of previous generation positioning modules, see page 57.

Model Type Supply Interfaces Features

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MAX-7C • • • • • C • • 34

MAX-7Q • • • • • • T • • 34

MAX-7W • • • • • • T • • • • 34

MAX-M5Q • • • • • • • • T • • 36

NEO-M8N • • R • • • • • • • • • • T • • 38

NEO-M8M • • • • • • • • C • • 38

NEO-7N • • R • • • • • • • • • T • • 40

NEO-7M • • • • • • • C • • 40

PAM-7Q1 • • • • • • • T • • 42

CAM-M8Q1 • • • • • • • • • T • • 44

Timing and raw data modules

LEA-M8F • • R • • • • • • • • V • P • • 46

LEA-6T-0 • • • • • • • • • T • • 48

LEA-6T-1 • • • • • • • • • • T • • 48

NEO-6T • • • • • • • • • • T • • 48

Dead Reckoning modules

LEA-6R2 • • • • • X • • • • C • • 50

NEO-6V3 • • • • • • • • C • • 52

Precise positioning modules

NEO-7P • • • • • • • • • • C • • 54

PAMGPS antennamodule22x22x8 mm

LEASpecial function GNSS modules17x22.4x2.4 mm

CAMGNSS antenna module9.6x14x1.95 mm

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= Optional, not activated per default or requires external componentsX = SPI available for communication with external sensors onlyR = Galileo readyP = Protection only

= Higher backup current 1) with integrated antenna2) Hardware interface for sensor data3) Software interface for sensor data

C = CrystalT = TCXO

V = VCTCXO

MAXCompact GNSS modules9.7x10.1x2.5 mm

NEOVersatile GNSSmodules12.2x16x2.4 mm

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MAX-7 series u-blox 7 GNSS modules

MAX-7 series9.7 x 10.1 x 2.5 mm

Highlights• Extremely small form factor


• Cost and performance optimized versions

• Simple integration with u-blox wireless modules

• Easy migration from MAX-6 family

Product descriptionThe MAX-7 series of standalone GNSS modules is built on the exceptional performance of the u-blox 7 multi-GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS) engine. The MAX-7 series delivers high sensitivity and minimal acquisition times in the ultra compact MAX form factor.

The MAX-7 series provides maximum sensitivity while maintaining low system power. The MAX-7C is optimized for cost sensitive applications. The MAX-7Q provides best performance and lowest power, while the MAX-7W provides best performance and is optimized for active antennas. The industry proven MAX form factor allows easy migration from MAX-6 modules. Sophisticated RF-architecture and interference suppres-sion ensure maximum performance even in GPS-hostile environments.

Product selector

The MAX-7 series combines a high level of integration capability with flexible connectivity options in a minia-ture package. This makes it perfectly suited for indus-trial and mass-market end products with strict size and cost requirements. The DDC (I2C compliant) interface provides connectivity and enables synergies with u-blox SARA, LEON and LISA wireless modules.

u-blox 7 modules use GNSS chips qualified according to AEC-Q100 and are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”. MAX-7Q complies with green/halogen free standards.


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MAX-7W • • • • • • T • • • •

= Optional, not activated per default or requires external components C = Crystal / T = TCXO = higher backup current

Standalone positioning modules | Page 35

Features

Receiver type 56-channel u-blox 7 engine GPS/QZSS L1 C/A, GLONASS L1 FDMA SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS

Navigation up to 10 Hz update rate

Accuracy GPS GLONASS Position 2.5 m CEP 4.0 m SBAS 2.0 m CEP n.a.

Acquisition Cold starts: 29 s 30 s Aided starts: 5 s n.a. Reacquisition: 1 s 3 s

Sensitivity Tracking: –161 dBm –158 dBm Cold starts: –148 dBm –140 dBm Warm starts: –148 dBm –145 dBm

Assistance AssistNow Online AssistNow Offline AssistNow Autonomous OMA SUPL & 3GPP compliant

Oscillator TCXO (MAX-7Q/7W), crystal (MAX-7C)

RTC crystal Built-In (MAX-7Q/7W)

Anti jamming Active CW detection and removal

Memory Onboard ROM

Supported Active and passive antennas

Electrical data

Supply voltage 1.65 V – 3.6 V (MAX-7C) 2.7 V – 3.6 V (MAX-7Q/7W)

Digital I/O 1.65 V – 3.6 V voltage level

Power 16.5 mA @ 1.8 V (continuous)1

consumption 17.5 mA @ 3 V (continuous)1

4.5 mA @ 1.8 V (power save mode, 1 Hz)1

Backup supply 1.4 V – 3.6 V

1 MAX-7C


Operating temp. –40° C to +85° C

Storage temp. –40° C to +85° C


Green (halogen-free): MAX-7Q



Uses u-blox 7 chips qualified according to AEC-Q100

Package 18 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier): 9.7 x 10.1 x 2.5 mm

Pinout

Interfaces

Serial interfaces 1 UART 1 DDC (I2C compliant)

Digital I/O Configurable timepulse 1 EXTINT input for Wakeup

Timepulse Configurable: 0.25 Hz to 1 kHz

Protocols NMEA, UBX binary, RTCM


MAX-7C-0 u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module, crystal, 9.7 x 10.1 mm

MAX-7Q-0 u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module, TCXO, 9.7 x 10.1 mm

MAX-7W-0 u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module, TCXO, short-circut protection, 9.7 x 10.1 mm

Available as samples and tape on reel (500 pcs).


MAX-7Top View

1

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10

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SCL2

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V_ANT/NC

VCC_RF

ANTON

GND

RF_IN

GND

GND

TXD1

RXD1

TIMEPULSE

EXTINT0

V_BCKP

VCC_IO

VCC

VRESET

Support products

u-blox 7 Evaluation Kits:

Easy-to-use kits to get familiar with u-blox 7 positioning technology, evaluate functionality, and visualize GNSS performance.

EVK-7N: u-blox 7 GNSS Evaluation Kit, with TCXO, supports MAX-7Q

EVK-7C: u-blox 7 GNSS Evaluation Kit, with Crystal, supports MAX-7C

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MAX-M5Q Concurrent GNSS module

MAX-M5Q9.7 x 10.1 x 2.5 mm

Highlights• Multi-GNSS engine for concurrent GPS, GLONASS and QZSS reception • Extremely small form factor


• Form factor compatible with MAX-7 series

Product descriptionThe MAX-M5Q is a standalone, multi-GNSS module. With the exceptional utilization of concurrent GPS and GLONASS, MAX-M5Q can enhance the position availability in harsh GNSS satellite visibility conditions or at high latitudes, e.g. in the polar regions of Russia. It is characterized by a small foot-print, low power con-sumption, and sophisticated interference suppression, ensuring maximum performance even in GPS-hostile environments. This makes incorporating MAX-M5Q into customer designs simple and straightforward.

Product selectorThe table below shows the MAX-M5Q feature set compared to the MAX-7 based receivers.

MAX-M5Q supports autonomous A-GPS, allowing areduction of the warm start TTFF by as much as 90%.It features an embedded data logger, which can store location information to internal Flash memory for up to 16 hours at the predetermined interval of 15 seconds.

MAX-M5Q targets industrial and consumer applica-tions that require concurrent GPS/GLONASS reception. MAX-M5Q is form factor compatible with other MAX modules, allowing the upgrade of existing designs with minimal effort.


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MAX-7W • • • • • • T • • • •

MAX-M5Q • • • • • • • • T • = Optional, not activated per default or requires external components C = Crystal / T = TCXO = Derived from single crystal feature


Features

Receiver type MT3333 engine 99/33-channel (search/track) GPS/QZSS L1 C/A, GLONASS L1 FDMA SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS


Accuracy Position 3.0 m CEP SBAS 3.0 m CEP

Acquisition Cold starts: 23 s Aided starts: 3 s Reacquisition: 1 s

Sensitivity Tracking: –165 dBm Cold starts: –148 dBm Warm starts: –148 dBm

Assistance Autonomous

Oscillator TCXO

RTC crystal Built-In


Memory Flash

Supported Active antenna suggested antennas

Electrical data

Supply voltage 3.0 V – 3.6 V

Power consumption 57 mW @ 3.3 V (continuous)







Package 18 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier): 9.7 x 10.1 x 2.5 mm, 0.4 g

Pinout

Interfaces

Serial interfaces 1 UART

Digital I/O Timepulse

Timepulse 1 Hz

Protocols NMEA


MAX-M5Q-0 Fastrax GNSS LCC module, TCXO, 9.7 x 10.1 mm


M5QTop View

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RF_IN

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V_BCKP

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VCC

VRESET

Support products

Evaluation Kit:

Easy-to-use kit to get familiar with the u-blox MAX- M5Q concurrent GNSS module, evaluate its functionality, and visualize performance.

EVK-M5Q: u-blox MAX-M5Q GNSS Evaluation Kit, with TCXO, supports MAX-M5Q

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NEO-M8 series u-blox M8 concurrent GNSS modules

Highlights

• Concurrent reception of GPS/QZSS, GLONASS, BeiDou

• Product variants to meet performance and cost requirements

• Combines low power consumption and high sensitivity


• Backward compatible with NEO-7, NEO-6 and NEO-5 families

Product descriptionThe NEO-M8 series of standalone concurrent GNSS modules is built on the exceptional performance of the u-blox M8 GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS and SBAS) engine in the industry proven NEO form factor.

The NEO-M8 series provides high sensitivity and min-imal acquisition times while maintaining low system power. The NEO-M8M is optimized for cost sensitive applications, while NEO-M8N provides best perfor-mance and easier RF integration. The NEO form factor allows easy migration from previous NEO generations. Sophisticated RF-architecture and interference suppres-sion ensure maximum performance even in GPS-hostile environments.

The NEO-M8 combines a high level of robustness and inte gration capability with flexible connectivity options.

Product selector

NEO-M8 series12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm

The future-proof NEO-M8N includes an internal Flash that allows simple firmware upgrades for supporting additional GNSS systems. This makes NEO-M8 perfectly suited to industrial and automotive applications.

The DDC (I2C compliant) interface provides connectivity and enables synergies with u-blox SARA, LEON and LISA wireless modules. For RF optimization the NEO-M8N features an additional front-end LNA for easier antenna integration and a front-end SAW filter for increased jamming immunity.

u-blox M8 modules use GNSS chips qualified according to AEC-Q100 and are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”.

= Optional, not activated by default or requires external components C = Crystal / T = TCXO R = Galileo ready with future firmware


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Features

Receiver type GPS/QZSS L1 C/A, GLONASS L10F, BeiDou B1 SBAS L1 C/A: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS Galileo-ready: E1B/C (NEO-M8N)

Navigation up to 5 Hz Concurrent GNSS update rate up to 10 Hz Single GNSS



Sensitivity Tracking & Navigation: –167 dBm Cold starts: –148 dBm Hot starts: –156 dBm

Assistance AssistNow GNSS Online AssistNow GNSS Offline AssistNow GNSS Autonomous OMA SUPL & 3GPP compliant

Oscillator TCXO (NEO-M8N), crystal (NEO-M8M)



Memory ROM (NEO-M8M) or Flash (NEO-M8N)


Electrical data

Supply voltage 1.65 V to 3.6 V (NEO-M8M) 2.7 V to 3.6 V (NEO-M8N)

Power 21.0 mA @ 3.0 V (continuous)1

consumption 5.0 mA @ 3.0 V Power Save Mode (1 Hz)1


1 NEO-M8M

Package

24 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier):12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm, 1.6 g

Pinout

Interfaces

Serial interfaces 1 UART 1 USB V2.0 full speed 12 Mb/s 1 SPI (optional) 1 DDC (I2C compliant)


Timepulse Configurable: 0.25 Hz to 10 MHz








Uses u-blox M8 chips qualified according to AEC-Q100


NEO-M8M-0 u-blox M8 concurrent GNSS LCC module, Crystal, ROM, 12.2x16 mm

NEO-M8N-0 u-blox M8 concurrent GNSS LCC module, Flash, TCXO, SAW, LNA, 12.2 x 16.0 mm


NEO-M8Top View

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D_SEL

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EXTINT

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USB_DP

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RESET_N

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GND

RF_IN

GND

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RxD

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SDA

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Support products

u-blox M8 Evaluation Kits:

Easy-to-use kits to get familiar with u-blox M8 positioningtechnology, evaluate functionality, and visualize GNSS performance.

EVK-M8N: u-blox M8 GNSS Evaluation Kit, with TCXO, supports NEO-M8N

EVK-M8C: u-blox M8 GNSS Evaluation Kit, with Crystal, supports NEO-M8M

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NEO-7 series u-blox 7 GNSS modules

Highlights• GNSS engine for GPS, GLONASS, QZSS

• Product variants to meet performances and cost requirements



• Backward compatible with NEO-6 and NEO-5 families

Product descriptionThe NEO-7 series of standalone GNSS modules is built on the exceptional performance of the u-blox 7 GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS) engine. The NEO-7 series delivers high sensitivity and minimal acqui-sition times in the industry proven NEO form factor.

The NEO-7 series provides maximum sensitivity while maintaining low system power. The NEO-7M is opti-mized for cost sensitive applications, while NEO-7N pro-vides best performance and easier RF integration. The industry proven NEO form factor allows easy migration from previous NEO generations. Sophisticated RF-archi-tecture and interference suppression ensure maximum performance even in GPS-hostile environments.

Product selector

NEO-7 series12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm

The NEO-7 combines a high level of robustness and inte gration capability with flexible connectivity options. Future-proof the NEO-7N’s internal Flash allows simple firmware upgrades for supporting additional GNSS systems. This makes NEO-7 perfectly suited to industrial and automotive applications. The DDC (I2C compliant) interface provides connectivity and enables synergies with u-blox SARA, LEON and LISA wireless modules. For RF optimization the NEO-7N features an additional front-end LNA for easier antenna integration and a front-end SAW filter for increased jamming immunity.

u-blox 7 modules use GNSS chips qualified according to AEC-Q100 and are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”.

= Optional, not activated per default or requires external components C = Crystal / T = TCXO


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NEO-7N • • • • • • • • • • • • T • •NEO-7M • • • • • • • • C • •


Features

Receiver type 56-channel u-blox 7 engine GPS L1 C/A, GLONASS L1 FDMA, QZSS L1 C/A SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS


Accuracy GPS GLONASS Position 2.5 m CEP 4 m SBAS 2.0 m CEP n.a.




Oscillator TCXO (NEO-7N), Crystal (NEO-7M)



Memory ROM (NEO-7M) or Flash (NEO-7N)


Electrical data

Supply voltage 1.65 V to 3.6 V (NEO-7M) 2.7 V to 3.6 V (NEO-7N)

Power 17 mA @ 1.8 V (continuous)1

consumption 5 mA @ 3 V (power save mode, 1 Hz)1

Backup supply 1.4 V – 3.6 V1 NEO-7M

Package

24 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier):12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm, 1.6 g

Pinout

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NEO-7M-0 u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module, 12.2 x 16.0 mm

NEO-7N-0 u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module, Flash, TCXO, Low Noise Figure, 12.2 x 16.0 mm

Available as samples and tape on reel (250 pieces)


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EVK-7N: u-blox 7 GNSS Evaluation Kit, with TCXO, supports NEO-7N

EVK-7C: u-blox 7 GNSS Evaluation Kit, with Crystal, supports NEO-7M

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PAM-7Q u-blox 7 GPS antenna module

Page 42 | GNSS antenna modules

PAM-7Q 22.0 x 22.0 x 8.0 mm

Highlights• Embedded GPS antenna

• Excellent antenna performance


• Form-factor compatible with UP501

• Easy integration into design

Product descriptionThe u-blox PAM-7Q patch antenna module has the exceptional performance of the u-blox 7 engine and delivers high sensitivity and minimal acquisition times in an industry proven form factor.

Incorporating the PAM-7Q into customer designs is simple and straightforward, thanks to the embedded antenna, low power consumption, simple interface, and sophisticated interference suppression that ensures maximum performance even in GPS-hostile environ-ments.

The 18 x 18 mm patch antenna of PAM-7Q provides RHCP polarization, which is not achievable with smaller patch antenna elements. The simple design and easy interfacing keeps installation costs to a minimum.

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T = TCXO

PAM-7Q targets industrial and consumer applications that require small and cost efficient smart antenna solu-tions. It is form factor compatible with UP501 module, allowing the upgrade of existing designs with minimal effort.

PAM-7Q modules use GPS chips qualified according to AEC-Q100 and are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”. PAM-7Q complies with green / halogen-free standards.


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Top view(patch antenna side)

GNSS antenna modules | Page 43

Features

Receiver type 56-channel u-blox 7 engine GPS / QZSS L1 C/A SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS


Accuracy Position 2.5 CEP SBAS 2.0 m CEP


Sensitivity Tracking: –161 dBm Cold starts: –147 dBm Warm starts: –147 dBm


Oscillator TCXO


Anti jamming Active CW detection and removal, onboard SAW band pass filter

Memory Onboard ROM

Electrical data


Digital I/O voltage level 2.7 V – 3.6 V

Power consumption 22 mA @ 3 V (continuous)

Backup supply 1.4 V to 3.6 V

Interfaces


Digital I/O Configurable timepulse



Package 8 pin contact header: 22.0 x 22.0 x 8.0 mm, 9 g

Pinout





Green (halogen free)



Use u-blox 7 chips qualified according to AEC-Q100

Support products


Easy-to-use kits to get familiar with u-blox 7 positioning technology, evaluate functionality, and visualize GPS performance.

EVK-7PAM: u-blox 7 GPS Evaluation Kit, supports PAM-7Q


PAM-7Q-0 u-blox GPS antenna module, TCXO, SAW, 22.0 x 22.0 x 8.0 mm

Available as samples and on trays (50 pcs/tray).

PAM-7QBottom View (shield side)

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CAM-M8Q u-blox M8 concurrent GNSS antenna module

CAM-M8Q 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 mm

Highlights• Concurrent reception of GPS with GLONASS or

BeiDou

• Embedded GNSS antenna

• Extremely small form factor


• Exceptional jamming immunity

• Form-factor compatible with UC530 and UC530M

• LCC package for reliable and cost effective manufacturing

Product descriptionThe u-blox CAM-M8Q chip antenna module has the exceptional performance of the u-blox M8 multi-GNSS (GPS/QZSS, GLONASS and BeiDou) engine in an industry proven form factor. The CAM-M8Q delivers high sensitivity and minimal acquisition times in an ultra compact form factor.

Incorporating the CAM-M8Q into customer designs is simple and straightforward, thanks to the embedded GNSS antenna, low power consumption, a small foot-print of 9.6 x 14 x 1.95 mm, and sophisticated interfer-ence suppression that ensures maximum performance even in GPS-hostile environments.

The chip antenna in the CAM-M8Q performs well against larger patch antennas. Special PCB layout design rules should be complied due to customer PCB is used as part of antenna.The omnidirectional radia-

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T = TCXO = Optional, not activated per default or requires external components

tion pattern increases flexibility for device installation. Optionally, CAM-M8Q can be connected to an external GNSS antenna. The SMD design keeps manufacturing costs to a minimum.

The CAM-M8Q targets industrial and consumer ap-plications that require concurrent GPS and GLONASS or BeiDou reception. The CAM-M8Q is form-factor compatible to UC530 and UC530M modules, allowing the upgrade of existing designs with minimal effort.

CAM-M8Q modules use GNSS chips qualified according to AEC-Q100 and are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”. CAM-M8Q complies with green / halogen-free standards.


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Features

Receiver type 72-channel u-blox M8 engine GPS/QZSS L1 C/A, GLONASS L10F, BeiDou B1 SBAS L1 C/A: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS Galileo-ready E1B/C (ext. Flash required)

Max. nav. Single GNSS: 10 Hz update rate Concurrent GNSS: 5 Hz

Accuracy Autonomous1 2.5 m SBAS1 2.0 m GPS/GLONASS 4.0 m

Acquisition Cold starts: 26 s Aided starts: 2 s Hot start: 1 s

Sensitivity Tracking & Navigation: –167 dBm Reacquisition: –160 dBm Cold starts: –148 dBm Warm starts: –148 dBm Hot start: –156 dBm


Oscillator TCXO


Anti jamming Active CW detection and removal, onboard SAW band pass filter

Memory Onboard ROM

1 GPS only mode

Electrical data


Digital I/O voltage level 1.65 V – 3.6 V

Power consumption 28 mA @ 3.0 V (continuous)


Interfaces


Digital I/O Configurable timepulse 1 EXTINT input for WAKEUP



Package 28 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier): 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 mm, 5 g

Pinout





Green (halogen free)



Use u-blox M8 chips qualified according to AEC-Q100

Support products


Easy-to-use kits to get familiar with u-blox M8 positioning technology, evaluate functionality, and visualize GNSS performance.

EVK-M8CAM: u-blox M8 GNSS Evaluation Kit, supports CAM-M8Q


CAM-M8Q-0 u-blox GNSS LCC antenna module, TCXO, SAW, 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 mm

Available as samples and tape on reel (500 pcs/reel).

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LEA-M8F u-blox M8 time and frequency reference GNSS module

Page 46 | Timing and raw data modules

Highlights• Reception of GPS, QZSS, GLONASS, BeiDou• Integral low phase-noise 30.72 MHz system reference

oscillator disciplined by GNSS• Accurate measurement and control of external

oscillators• High sensitivity acquisition and single-satellite timing• Automatic hold-over • Prepare for integration with external PTP, Sync-E and

network listen

Product descriptionu-blox time and frequency products provide multi-GNSS synchronisation for cost-sensitive network edge equipment including Small Cell and Femto wireless base-stations. The LEA-M8F module is a fully self-contained phase and fre-quency reference based on GNSS, but can also be used as part of a complete timing sub-system including macro-sniff Synchronous Ethernet and packet timing.

The LEA-M8F module includes a low-noise 30.72MHz VCTCXO meeting the master reference requirements for LTE Small Cells and providing 100 ppb autonomous hold-over. An external TCXO or OCXO can also be measured and controlled for TD-LTE, LTE-Advanced and other applications requiring extended hold-over. External sources of synchronization are supported through time-pulse and frequency inputs and a message interface. This allows measurements from macro-sniff, Sync-E or packet timing to be combined with measurements from GNSS.

u-blox time and frequency products include timing integ-rity alarms that report phase and frequency uncertainty both during normal operation and hold-over. They feature a high dynamic range radio with both analog and digital interference mitigation supporting their inclusion as an integral part of a local area base station design.

LEA-M8F17.0 x 22.4 x 3.6 mm

V = VCTCXO P = Short circuit protection only = Optional, not activated per default or requires external componentsR = Galileo ready with future firmware

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Example application (Small Cell)In a wireless Small Cell application, the LEA-M8F can distribute a disciplined low-phase noise 30.72MHz reference signal directly to the RF transceivers. GNSS synchronisation is combined with network sources by an exchange of synchronisation signals, status and control messages with the base-band processor. Source selection and hold-over may be controlled by either the LEA-M8F or base-band application.

Base-band IC

Transceiver Transceiver SON/Macro-sniff

E-NetPHY Time-stamp

counter

Mobile PHY

LEA-M8F

UBX

PPS

Micro-controller

OS

PTP/NTP

GPS interface

Sync-E PLL

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Synchronisation management

Reference Oscillator

Timing and raw data modules | Page 47

Features – GNSS


GPS GLONASS

Accuracy 2.5 m CEP < 4 m CEP

Acquisition Cold starts: 26 s 30 s Hot/Aided starts: 1 s 3 s

Sensitivity Tracking: –167 dBm –158 dBm Cold starts (aided): –155 dBm –138 dBm (autonomous): –148 dBm –138 dBm Reacquisition: –160 dBm

Assistance AssistNow Online OMA SUPL & 3GPP compliant interface

LNA Built-in

Internal oscillator VCTCXO


Supported antennas Active and passive

Internal SQI Flash For firmware update

Features – synchronizationFrequency output 30.72 MHz disciplined

Phase noise 10 Hz: -90 dBc/Hz 10 kHz: -147 dBc/Hz 100 Hz: -126 dBc/Hz 100 kHz: -153 dBc/Hz 1 kHz: -140 dBc/Hz 1 MHz: -156 dBc/Hz

Jitter (100 Hz – 1 MHz) 0.15 ps

EVM (100 Hz – 1 MHz @ 2100 MHz) < 0.2%

Frequency control (internal oscillator) GNSS locked: 5 ppb Hold-over: 100 ppb, 24 hr

Frequency control (external oscillator) Resolution: < 5 ppb Frequencies: 19.2, 20, 26, 30.72 MHz Hold-over: Determined by external oscillator

Phase Clear sky: < 20 ns control Indoor: < 500 ns typ.

Time-pulse input Resolution: < 50 nsTime-pulse output Jitter: < 2 ns

Package 28 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier): 17.0 x 22.4 x 3.6 mm

Pinout






Electrical data


Power consumption 100 mW


LEA-M8F-0 u-blox M8 Time & Frequency module, VCTCXO, 17.0 x 22.4 x 3.6 mm


LEA-M8FTop View

1SDA2

SCL2

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RxD1

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VCC

GND

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InterfacesSerial interfaces SPI or UART and DDC (I2C compliant) USB v2.0 full speed (ext. voltage regulator)


Timing interfaces Timepulse output 2x timepulse/frequency inputs

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Page 48 | Timing and raw data modules

LEA-6T/NEO-6T u-blox 6 timing GPS modules

Highlights• Precision Timing: o 1 or 2 timepulse outputs (up to 10 MHz) o Single-satellite operation o Stationary (survey-in) mode for enhanced timing

accuracy o Time mark of external event inputs

• Raw pseudo-range data output

• UART, USB and DDC (I2C compliant) interfaces

• Onboard RTC Crystal for faster warm and hot startsProduct descriptionThe LEA-6T/NEO-6T modules provide precision GPS timing for demanding synchronization applications such as bases-tations. This module features user configurable frequency and timepulse outputs. An accuracy of up to 15 ns is achievable by using the quantization error information to compensate the granularity of the time pulse. LEA-6T/NEO-6T feature a time mode function whereby the GPS receiver assumes a stationary 3D position, whether programmed manually or determined by an initial self-survey.

During stationary operation GPS timing is possible with only one visible satellite. This means that time can be maintained even under adverse signal conditions or in environments with poor sky visibility. A built-in time mark and counter unit provide precise time measurement of external event inputs. T-RAIM (Timing Receiver Auton-omous Integrity Monitoring) is available to detect faulty GPS measurements. LEA-6T/NEO-6T deliver raw pseu-do-range data for survey and specialist applications.

LEA-6T/NEO-6T modules are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Each module is tested and inspected during production. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”.

Features• u-blox 6 position engine: o Navigate down to –162 dBm and –148 dBm coldstart o Faster acquisition with AssistNow Autonomous o Hybrid GPS/SBAS engine (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS) o Anti-Jamming technology


• A-GNSS: AssistNow Online and AssistNow Offline services, OMA SUPL compliant

• Backward compatible (hardware and firmware); easy migration from LEA-5T or LEA-4T (LEA-6T)


• Optional upgradeable Firmware support

• Compatible with u-blox GPS solution for Android

• Based on GPS chips qualified according to AEC-Q100


• Qualified according to ISO 16750

LEA-6T17.0 x 22.4 x 2.4 mm

NEO-6T12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm

= Optional, not activated per default or requires external components T = TCXO


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Receiver performance data

Receiver type 50-channel u-blox 6 engine GPS L1 C/A code SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS

Navigation up to 5 Hz (2 Hz for LEA-6T-1) update rate


Acquisition1 Cold starts: 26 s Aided starts: 1 s Hot starts: 1 s

Sensitivity Tracking: –162 dBm Cold starts: –148 dBm Hot starts: –157 dBm

Timing performance data

Timing accuracy RMS 30 ns 99% < 60 ns Granularity 21 ns Compensated 15 ns1

1 Quantization error information can be used to compensate the granularity related error of the timepulse signal

Electrical data

Power supply 2.7 V – 3.6 V

Power 123 mW @ 3.0 V (LEA-6T) consumption 120 mW @ 3.0 V (NEO-6T)

Backup power 1.4 V – 3.6 V, 22 μA


Antenna power External or internal VCC_RF (LEA-6T)

Antenna Integrated short-circuit detection supervision and antenna shutdown, open circuit detection with minimal external circuitry (LEA-6T)

Interfaces

Serial interfaces 1 UART 1 USB V2.0 full speed 12 Mb/s 1 DDC (I2C compliant) 1 SPI (NEO-6T only)

Digital I/O 2 configurable timepulse (1 for NEO-6T) 1 EXTINT input for Timemark

1 reset (LEA-6T only)

Serial and I/O Voltages: 2.7 V – 3.6 V



Package LEA-6T: 28 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier): 17.0 x 22.4 x 2.4 mm, 2.1 g

NEO-6T: 24 pin LCC (Leadless Chip Carrier): 12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm, 1.6 g

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Support product



EVK-6T u-blox 6 Evaluation Kit with Precision Timing


LEA-6T-0 u-blox 6 GPS module, Precision Timing, TCXO, 17.0 x 22.4 x 2.4 mm

LEA-6T-1 u-blox 6 GPS module, Precision Timing, TCXO, Flash, 17.0 x 22.4 x 2.4 mm

NEO-6T-0 u-blox 6 GPS module, Precision Timing, TCXO, 12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm



LEA-6TTop View

1SDA2

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LEA-6R17.0 x 22.4 x 2.4 mm

LEA-6R u-blox 6 Dead Reckoning GPS module

Page 50 | Dead Reckoning modules

Highlights• Automotive Dead Reckoning (ADR) technology: o 100% coverage, continuous positioning even in

tunnels o 1 Hz combined DR+GPS navigation rate o Speedpulse sensor monitoring via I/O pin or as

messages o Gyroscope/Temperature sensor monitoring o Automatic sensor calibration / temperature

compensation

• UART and USB interfaces

• Integrated antenna supervisor

• Low noise figure LNA

Features• u-blox 6 position engine: o Navigate down to –162 dBm and –147 dBm coldstart o Hybrid GPS/SBAS engine (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS) o Anti-jamming technology



• Backward compatible (hardware and firmware); easy migration from LEA-4R


• Compatible with u-blox GPS solution for Android




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Product descriptionThe LEA-6R provides 100 % coverage, combining the high performance u-blox 6 positioning engine with u-blox’ ADR Dead Reckoning technology. ADR supple-ments GPS satellite position information with heading and distance data provided by additional sensors. When GPS satellites are out of sight, location is extrapolated using distance and angle information from the gyro-scope and speedpulse sensors. The speedpulse sensor signal can be received either as a digital tick signal or as messages via the serial interface. The gyroscope is monitored via an external ADC over the SPI interface.

ADR enables accurate navigation even in locations with poor or absent GPS signals such as tunnels, indoor parking facilities and deep urban canyons. In addition, ADR effectively eliminates the impact of multipath effects in urban canyon environments. This makes the LEA-6R the ideal solution for applications requiring accurate, reliable positioning, all of the time.

LEA-6R modules are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Each module is tested and inspected during production. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”.


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Dead Reckoning modules | Page 51



Navigation 1 Hz (GPS + ADR) update rate

Accuracy1 Position 2.5 m CEP SBAS 2.0 m CEP ADR 5% of distance travelled without GPS

Acquisition Cold starts: 27 s Aided starts: 3 s Hot starts: 1 s


Electrical data


Power 120 mW @ 3.0 V (continuous) consumption



Antenna power External or internal VCC_RF

Antenna Integrated short-circuit detection and supervision antenna shutdown, open circuit detection with minimal external circuitry

Interfaces

Serial interfaces 1 UART 1 USB V2.0 full speed 12 Mbit/s

Speedpulse via digital I/O or as messages via sensor serial interface

Gyroscope via ADC and SPI sensor (Temp. sensor mandatory)

FWD sensor via digital I/O pin (optional)

Serial and I/O Voltages 2.7 V – 3.6 V

Timepulse Configurable 0.25 Hz to 1 kHz









Pinout

Support product



EVK-6R u-blox 6 Evaluation Kit with Dead Reckoning


LEA-6R-0 u-blox 6 GPS Module, DR hardware sensor interface, TCXO



LEA-6RTop View

1SPI_MOSI

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NEO-6V u-blox 6 Dead Reckoning GPS module

Highlights• Automotive Dead Reckoning (ADR) technology:

o 100% coverage, continuous positioning even in tunnels

o Highly accurate and reliable navigation performance

o Automatic sensor calibration

• ROM-based for cost effectiveness

• Uses vehicle’s onboard sensors

• UART, USB, DDC (I2C compliant) and SPI interfaces

• Onboard RTC crystal for faster warm and hot starts

Product descriptionAutomotive Dead Reckoning (ADR) is u-blox’ industry proven off-the-shelf Dead Reckoning solution for tier-one automotive customers. u-blox’ ADR solution combines GPS and sensor digital data using a tightly coupled Kal-man filter. This improves position accuracy during periods of no or degraded GPS signal.

The NEO-6V provides ADR functionality over its software sensor interface. A variety of sensors (such as wheel ticks and gyroscope) are supported, with the sen-sor data received via UBX messages from the application processor. This allows for easy integration and a simple hardware interface, lowering costs. By using digital sensor data available on the vehicle bus, hardware costs are minimized since no extra sensors are required for Dead Reckoning functionality. ADR is designed for simple integration and easy configuration of different sensor options (e.g. with or without gyroscope) and vehicle variants, and is completely self-calibrating.

All NEO-6 modules are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Each module is tested and inspected during production. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”.

Features• u-blox 6 position engine: o Navigate down to –161 dBm and –147 dBm

coldstart o Hybrid GPS/SBAS engine (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS) o 1 Hz combined ADR+GPS navigation rate o Anti-jamming technology







NEO-6V12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm

= Optional, not activated per default or requires external components C = Crystal 1 = Software interface for sensor data


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Navigation 1 Hz (GPS + ADR) update rate


Acquisition Cold starts: 27 s Aided starts: < 3 s Hot starts: 1 s


Electrical data




Antenna Short and open circuit detection supervision supported with external circuit


Interfaces

Serial interfaces 1 UART 1 USB V2.0 full speed 12 Mb/s 1 DDC (I2C compliant) 1 SPI


Serial and I/O Voltages: 2.7 V – 3.6 V










Pinout

Support product

EVK-6V u-blox 6 Evaluation Kit with Dead Reckoning, SW sensor


NEO-6V-0 u-blox 6 GPS module, Dead Reckoning, SW sensor, LCC, 12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm

Supported for high volume projects only.


NEO-6VTop View

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ADR performance and requirements

u-blox ADR supports four standard sensor configura-tions: Rear wheel sensors, Front wheel sensors, 4 wheel sensors, and Gyro + speedpulse. The digital data provided by the sensors is converted to proprietary UBX messages by the application processor. Sensor option Typ. position error1, 2 Rear wheels: 12%3 Front wheels: 13%3

Four wheels: 10%3

Gyro + speedpulse: 5%3

1 Values obtained with typical sensor latency of 40 ms and

expected jitter of < 5 ms.2 With GPS reception: position error with ADR (GPS

+ Sensor) is as good as or better than u-blox standard GPS receiver (GPS only).

3 Percentage of distance travelled without GPS.

Sensor requirements

Wheel tick: Resolution better than 2 cm/tick.Wheel info: Free from deadband behavior and linear with wheel rotation. Gyro (optional): Accuracy: < 0.02°/s Dynamic range: ±60°/s to ±125°/s Linearity: ±0.5°/s (full scale)

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Page 54 | Precise positioning modules

NEO-7P u-blox 7 precise point positioning GNSS module

Highlights• High precision GNSS < 1 m

• DGPS by SBAS or RTCM



• Backward compatible with NEO-6 and NEO-5 families

• Raw measurement data (GPS)

Product descriptionThe NEO-7P module combines the high performance of the u-blox 7 multi-GNSS engine with precise point posi-tioning (PPP) technology for GPS. u-blox’ industry-prov-en PPP algorithm, in combination with SBAS, provides exceptional precision in clear-sky applications without the need for a reference station. This makes NEO-7P the ideal solution for many applications in surveying, marine navigation, agriculture, sports and leisure.

For world-wide application, the NEO-7P supports Differential GPS (DGPS) operation as an alternative to SBAS and PPP, using RTCM correction messages from a local reference station or aiding network. Ionospher-ic corrections received from regional SBAS satellites (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS) enable the highest stand-alone positioning accuracy from the PPP algorithm. u-blox’ PPP also provides useful improvements in stand-alone precision even without SBAS. PPP delivers its full ben-efits after the first few minutes of operation with an unobstructed sky view.

NEO-7P12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm

Product selector

QZSS only with Standard Point Positioning = Optional, not activated per default or requires external componentsC = Crystal / T = TCXO


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The entire NEO-7 series combines excellent sensitiv-ity with low power and includes variants optimised for cost and performance. The industry-proven NEO form factor allows easy migration from previous NEO generations. The NEO-7P features a front-end SAW RF filter for increased jamming immunity. This is reinforced by sophisticated RF-architecture and interference suppression, ensuring maximum performance even in hostile signal environments. UART, USB and DDC (I2C compliant) interfaces provide flexible connectivity and synergies with u-blox SARA, LEON and LISA cellular wireless modules. The NEO-7P’s internal Flash allows simple firmware upgrades.

u-blox 7 modules use GNSS chips qualified according to AEC-Q100 and are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”.

Precise positioning modules | Page 55









NEO-7P-0 u-blox 7 LCC module, GNSS Precise Point Positioning, Raw Data, 12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm, 3 V



Receiver type 56-channel u-blox 7 engine GPS L1 C/A, GLONASS L1 FDMA, QZSS L1 C/A, SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS


Accuracy GPS GLONASS Position: 2.5 m CEP 4 m SBAS: 2.0 m CEP n.a. SBAS + PPP: < 1 m CEP n.a.




Oscillator Crystal

RTC crystal Built-in


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Accuracy with PPP+SBAS(units in m)

Accuracy with GPS and SBAS(units in m)


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Backup power 1.4 V – 3.6 V

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Page 56 | Previous generation modules

Previous generation modules

Previous generation modules overview

u-blox 6 / Fastrax GNSS modules For new designs, please refer to the latest generation GNSS module overview table on page 33.

LEA GNSS modules17.0 x 22.4 x 2.4 mm

NEO GPS module12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm

MAX GPS module9.7 x 10.1 x 2.5 mm

u-blox 6 module Description Recommended for new designs Description

AMY-6 Small, low-cost u-blox 6 GPS module Please contact u-blox

MAX-6G u-blox 6 GPS LCC module, 1.8 V MAX-7C u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module

MAX-6Q u-blox 6 GPS LCC module, TCXO MAX-7Q u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module

NEO-6M/6G u-blox 6 GPS LCC module NEO-7M u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module

NEO-6Q u-blox 6 GPS LCC module, TCXO NEO-7N u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module

LEA-6N/S/A/H u-blox 6 GPS/GNSS LCC module Please contact u-blox

u-blox 6 modules

Fastrax module Description Recommended for new designs Description

UP501 GPS antenna module PAM-7Q u-blox 7 GPS antenna module

IT530 GPS LCC module MAX-7Q u-blox 7 GNSS LCC module

IT530M Concurrent GNSS module MAX-M5Q u-blox concurrent GNSS module

UC530 GPS antenna module CAM-M8Q u-blox M8 GNSS antenna module

UC530M Concurrent GNSS antenna module CAM-M8Q u-blox M8 GNSS antenna module

Fastrax modules

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u-blox wireless modules

u-blox wireless modules Description Recommended for new designs Description

LISA-U1 series UMTS/HSPA modules LISA-U2 series UMTS/HSPA(+) modules

LEON-G200 GSM/GPRS module with FOTA SARA-G350 GSM/GPRS module with FOTA

FW2763p 1xRTT PCI express module FW2770p 1xRTT/EVDO PCI express module

For new designs, please refer to the latest generation wireless module overview table on page 17.

Page 58 | Positioning chips

Positioning chips

Positioning chips | Page 59

Based on a proprietary high-performance architecture with 72 parallel channels, u-blox’ powerful range of GNSS positioning chips are ideal for automotive, industrial and consumer applications.

Positioning chips overview

* = Automotive grade C/T = Crystal & TCXO supported = Optional, not activated by default S = supported, may require ext. components Note: for details about previous generation chips not shown, please visit our website. F = Flash required R = Galileo ready with future FW

Key benefits include• Ultra-fast acquisition time: Time-To-First-Fix (TTFF)

down to 1 second for hot and aided starts

• High sensitivity: Down to –167 dBm and –148 dBm for coldstart

• Automotive Dead Reckoning and Precision Timing options

• Intelligent, user configurable power management for radically lower power consumption

• Minimal board space, < 30 mm2

• Minimal e-BOM, as few as 8 external parts

• Works with standard crystal or TCXO

• Miniature outline packages ideal for small end products with tight space and low cost requirements

• Operating voltage down to 1.4 V

• Anti-Jamming architecture allows easy embedding in noisy electronics

• Automotive grade versions

• Concurrent reception of GPS/QZSS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo ready

• Assisted GNSS support (AssistNow)

Product selector: GNSS positioning chips

UBX-M8030-KT5.00 x 5.00 x 0.59 mm

UBX-M8030-CT2.99 x 3.21 x 0.36 mm

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UBX-M8030-CT WL-CSP47 • • R • • • • • S S S C/T S • • 60

UBX-M8030-KT/KA* QFN40 • • R • • • • • S S S C/T S • • 60

UBX-G7020-CT WL-CSP50 • • • • • • S S S C/T S • • 62

UBX-G7020-KT/KA* QFN40 • • • • • • S S S C/T S • • 62

Dead Reckoning chips

UBX-M8030-KA-DR*UBX-M8030-KT-DR

QFN40 • • R • F • • • • S S S C/T S • • 64

UBX-M8030-KA5.00 x 5.00 x 0.59 mm

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UBX-M8030 u-blox M8 concurrent GNSS chips

Page 60 | Standalone GNSS chips

Highlights• Concurrent reception of GPS, QZSS, GLONASS,

BeiDou

• Galileo ready



• Minimal e-BOM, as few as eight external parts


Product descriptionThe UBX-M8030 is the newest generation of standalone positioning chips from u-blox. The high performance u-blox M8 position engine delivers exceptional sensitivity and acquisition times, utilizing concurrent reception of GPS (QZSS) and GLONASS or BeiDou, or concurrent reception of GLONASS and BeiDou satellite signals.

u-blox M8 chips feature low power consumption in concurrent reception mode, thanks to an innovative single-die architecture combined with sophisticated software algorithms. In cases where single constellation reception is acceptable, the total power consumption can be as low as 12 mW in power save mode.

The extended voltage supply range and 1.8 V and 3.0 V I/O compliance support a wide variety of user applica-tions. Sophisticated RF-Architecture and interference suppression using active CW jamming detection ensure maximum performance even in GNSS hostile environ-ments.

UBX-M8030 is available in miniature WL-CSP and QFN packages. Featuring built-in LNA, LDOs and DC/DC converter and a small external BOM, the UBX-M8030 enables ultra-small solutions with a footprint of only 30 mm2. Supporting TCXOs or lower price GNSS oscillators further ensures a minimal bill of materials.

Migrating existing u-blox 7 designs to u-blox M8 is simple, since the UBX-M8030 QFN chips’ hardware is completely backward compatible with u-blox 7 QFN chips. This enables fast migration and significantly reduces time-to-market.

The ultra small UBX-M8030-CT is the perfect choice for portable consumer applications with demanding size and cost constraints.

C/T = Crystal and TCXO supported R = Galileo ready with future firmware S = supported, may require external components = Optional, not activated by default

UBX-M8030-KT5.00 x 5.00 x 0.59 mm

UBX-M8030-KA5.00 x 5.00 x 0.59 mm

UBX-M8030-CT2.99 x 3.21 x 0.36 mm

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UBX-M8030-CT WL-CSP47 • • R • • • • • S S S C/T S • •

UBX-M8030-KT/KA QFN40 • • R • • • • • S S S C/T S • •



Time-to-first-fix Cold start: 26 s Aided starts: 2 s Hot starts: 1 s

Sensitivity Tracking & Nav.: –167 dBm Reacquisition: –160 dBm Cold start: –148 dBm Hot start: –156 dBm

Max. nav. update rate Single GNSS: 10 Hz Concurrent GNSS: 5 Hz

Velocity accuracy 0.1 m/s

Heading accuracy 0.3 degrees

Horizontal pos. accuracy Autonomous1: 2.5 m CEP SBAS1: 2.0 m CEP GPS/GLONASS: 4.0 m CEP

Accuracy of time pulse signal RMS: 30 ns 99%: 60 ns

Frequency of time pulse signal 0.25 Hz – 10 MHz

Operational limits Dynamics: < 4 g Altitude: 50,000 m Velocity 500 m/s

* Unless noted, figures are for default mode: GPS/GLONASS with TCXO1 GPS-only mode

Interfaces

Serial interfaces 1 UART 1 USB V2.0 compatible 1 DDC (I2C compliant) 1 SPI

Digital I/O 2 configurable time pulse 2 EXTINT interrupt inputs 2 PIO for antenna supervision

Memory SQI interface for optional FLASH




Humidity JEDEC MSL 1

RoHS compliant (lead-free) and green (no halogens)



Package

UBX-M8030-CT: 47 Pin WL-CSP 2.99 x 3.21 x 0.36 mm

UBX-M8030-KT/KA: 40 Pin QFN 5.00 x 5.00 x 0.59 mm

Electrical data

Supply voltages 1.4 V – 3.6 V


Power 17.5 mA @ 3.0 V consumption (single GNSS, continuous mode) 24.5 mA @ 3.0 V (concurrent GNSS, continuous mode) 8.5 mA @ 1.4 V (power save mode,1Hz) 4.9 mA @ 3.0 V (power save mode,1Hz)


Support products


Easy-to-use kits to get familiar with u-blox M8 positioning technology, evaluate functionality, and visualize GNSS performance.

EVK-M8N: u-blox M8 GNSS Evaluation Kit, which supports TCXO-based u-blox M8 designs

EVK-M8C: u-blox M8 GNSS Evaluation Kit, which supports Crystal-based u-blox M8 designs


UBX-M8030-CT u-blox M8 GNSS chip, 47 Pin WL-CSP

UBX-M8030-KT u-blox M8 GNSS chip, 40 Pin QFN

UBX-M8030-KA u-blox M8 GNSS chip, 40 Pin QFN, automotive grade

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UBX-G7020 u-blox 7 GNSS chips

Page 62 | Standalone GNSS chips

Highlights• GNSS engine for GPS, GLONASS, QZSS

• Galileo ready



• Minimal e-BOM, as few as 8 external parts


• UART, USB, SPI, and DDC (I2C compliant) interfaces

Product descriptionThe high performance UBX-G7020 multi-GNSS chip supports GPS, GLONASS, QZSS, SBAS, and is Galileo and BeiDou ready. It delivers exceptional sensitivity and acquisition times.

u-blox 7 features ultra low power consumption, thanks to innovative single die architecture and enhanced soft-ware algorithms. This gives the UBX-G7020 best in class power consumption for GLONASS reception.

The extended voltage supply range and 1.8 V and 3.0 V I/O compliance supports a wide variety of user appli-cations. Sophisticated RF-architecture and interference suppression using active continuous wave detection ensure maximum performance even in GPS-hostile environments.

Product selector

The UBX-G7020 is available in your choice of minia-ture WL-CSP and QFN packages and features an ultra small solution footprint of only 30 mm2. The built-in LNA, LDOs and DC/DC converter, and on-chip ROM mean that only the smallest possible external BOM is required. By supporting TCXOs or lower price GNSS oscillators the UBX-G7020 further ensures a minimal Total-Cost-of-Ownership.

The ultra small UBX-G7020-CT is the perfect choice for portable consumer applications with demanding size and cost constraints. With its rigorous Automotive quality and manufacturing standards (AEC-Q100, ISO/TS 16949) the UBX-G7020-KA is ideal for automotive applications.

C/T = Crystal and TCXO supported = Optional, not activated by default S = supported, may require external components


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UBX-G7020-CT WL-CSP50 • • • • • • S S S C/T S • •

UBX-G7020-KT/KA QFN40 • • • • • • S S S C/T S • •

UBX-G7020-KT5.0 x 5.0 x 0.59 mm

UBX-G7020-KA5.0 x 5.0 x 0.59 mm

UBX-G7020-CT3.0 x 3.4 x 0.36 mm


Receiver type 56-channel u-blox 7 engine GPS/QZSS L1 C/A, GLONASS L1OF SBAS: WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS


Accuracy GPS GLONASS Position 2.5 m CEP 4.0 m CEP SBAS 2.0 m CEP

Acquisition Cold starts: 29 s 30 s Hot starts: 1 s 3 s

Sensitivity Tracking: –162 dBm –158 dBm Cold starts: –148 dBm –140 dBm Reacquisition: –160 dBm –156 dBm


LNA Built-In

Oscillator Crystal or TCXO

RTC input 32.768 kHz (optional). Real time clock can be derived from GPS crystal or TCXO

Antenna Short and open circuit detection supervision supported with external circuit

DC/DC converter Integrated


Memory Optional SQI Flash

Data logger* Continuous log of position, velocity & time

* External FLASH required

Electrical data



Power 41 mW @ 1.4 V (continuous) consumption 9 mW @ 1.4 V (power save mode, 1 Hz)


Interfaces

Serial interfaces 1 UART 1 USB 1 DDC (I2C compliant) 1 SPI

Digital I/O 2 configurable time pulse 2 EXTINT interrupt inputs 2 GPIO for antenna supervision

Memory SQI interface

Package

UBX-G7020-CT: 50 Pin WL-CSP 3.4 x 3.0 x 0.36 mm 11.9 mg

UBX-G7020-KT/KA: 40 Pin MLF/QFN 5.0 x 5.0 x 0.59 mm 75 mg

Environmental data





Support products



EVK-7N: u-blox 7 GNSS Evaluation Kit, with TCXO, supports u-blox 7 chips

EVK-7C: u-blox 7 GNSS Evaluation Kit, with Crystal, supports u-blox 7 chips


UBX-G7020-CT u-blox 7 GNSS chip, 50 Pin WL-CSP

UBX-G7020-KT u-blox 7 GNSS chip, 40 Pin QFN

UBX-G7020-KA u-blox 7 GNSS chip, 40 Pin QFN, automotive grade

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UBX-M8030-Kx-DR u-blox M8 3D Dead Reckoning GNSS chips

Page 64 | Dead Reckoning chips

Highlights• 100% coverage, continuous positioning even in

tunnels

• Altitude discrimination thanks to 3D sensor support

• Automatic sensor calibration; configurable lever arm correction

• Pin compatible with UBX-M8030-Kx

• Up to 20 Hz position update rate


• Available in standard and automotive grade

Product descriptionUBX-M8030-Kx-DR is u-blox’ industry-proven off-the-shelf Automotive Dead Reckoning (ADR) solution. u-blox ADR combines concurrent GNSS and sensor digital data using a tightly coupled Kalman filter. This improves position accuracy during periods of unavail-able or degraded GNSS signals.

ADR supports a variety of sensor combinations, such as wheel ticks, single axis / 3-axis gyroscope, and 3D accel-erometer. The 3D sensor support improves performance during altitude changes without a GNSS signal, such as in tunnels, fly-overs, or underground parking.

ADR receives the sensor data via UBX messages from the application processor. Digital sensor data is available on the vehicle bus. This reduces hardware costs since no extra sensors are required for dead reckoning

functionality. ADR is designed for simple integration and easy configuration of different sensor options (e.g. DR with or without gyroscope) and vehicle variants, and is completely self-calibrating.

The flash-based u-blox 3D-ADR features are available on UBX-M8030-KA-DR and UBX-M8030-KT-DR chips which are pin compatible with standard UBX-M8030 chips.

The UBX-M8030-Kx chips are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Each chip is tested and inspected during production. The chips are qualified according to ISO 16750 - Environmental conditions and electrical testing for electrical and electronic equipment for road vehicles.

C/T = Crystal and TCXO supported R = Galileo ready with future FW S = supported, may require external components = Optional, not activated by default F = Flash required

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UBX-M8030-KA-DR5.00 x 5.00 x 0.59 mm

UBX-M8030-KT-DR5.00 x 5.00 x 0.59 mm



Time-to-first-fix Cold start: 26 s Aided starts: 2 s Hot starts: 1 s

Sensitivity Tracking & Nav.: –160 dBm Reacquisition: –160 dBm Cold start: –148 dBm Hot start: –156 dBm

Max. nav. update rate 20 Hz1

Velocity accuracy 0.1 m/s

Heading accuracy 0.3 degrees

Horizontal pos. accuracy Autonomous:2 2.5 m CEP SBAS:2 2.0 m CEP GPS/GLONASS: 4.0 m CEP

Frequency of time puls signal 0.25 Hz – 10 MHz

Operational limits Dynamics: < 4 g Altitude: 50,000 m Velocity 500 m/s 1) For update rates > 5 Hz, extrapolation techniques are applied2) GPS-only mode

Electrical data



Power 20 mA @ 3.0 V consumption (single GNSS, continuous mode) 28 mA @ 3.0 V (concurrent GNSS, continuous mode)


Interfaces

Serial interfaces 1 UART 1 USB V2.0 full speed 12 Mbit/s 1 DDC (I2C compliant) 1 SPI

Digital I/O Configurable time pulse 2 EXTINT interrupt inputs 10 configuration pins

Memory SQI interface

Package

UBX-M8030-KA-DR 40 Pin QFN: UBX-M8030-KT-DR: 5.00 x 5.00 x 0.59 mm

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ADR performance and requirements

u-blox ADR supports standard sensor configurations: Rear wheel sensors, front wheel sensors, four wheel sensors, accelerometer, and gyro + speedpulse + acceler-ometer. The digital data provided by the sensors is con-verted to proprietary UBX messages by the application processor. Position accuracy with GNSS reception and ADR sensor is as good as or better than with the u-blox standard GNSS receiver (GNSS only).

Sensor option Typical position error3

Rear wheels (2D): 12% Front wheels (2D): 13% Four wheels (2D): 10% Gyro + speedpulse (2D): 5% Gyro + speedpulse + accelerometer (3D): <5%3 Percentage of distance travelled without GNSS. Values obtained with

typical sensor latency of <40 ms and expected jitter of <5 ms.

Sensor requirements

Wheel tick: Resolution better than 2 cm/tick4. Wheel info: Free from deadband behavior and linear with wheel rotation. Gyro (optional): Accuracy: < 0.1°/s Dynamic range: ±100°/s Linearity: ±0.5°/s (full scale) Accelerometer: Linear acceleration measurement (optional) range: ± 4g Linear acceleration sensitivity: 8mg

4 Resolution better than 50 cm/tick in combination with a yaw gyroscope.

Support products

Contact nearest u-blox representative.


UBX-M8030-KA-DR u-blox M8 3D ADR chip, 40 Pin QFN, automotive grade

UBX-M8030-KT-DR u-blox M8 3D ADR chip, 40 Pin QFN

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Positioning antennas

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Active GPS antennas | Page 67

ANN-MS High performance active GPS antennas

ANN-MS40 x 48 x 13 mm, 5 m coaxial cable

Highlights

• High performance active GPS antenna

• Low noise figure and high gain coverage

• Fast and easy integration

• No antenna know-how necessary

• Magnetic base suitable for mounting on car roof

• Industrial temperature range: –40° C to +85° C

Amplifier characteristics

Gain without cable Typ. 27 dBNoise figure Max. 1.8 dBOutput VWSR Max. 2.0DC voltage 2.7 V – 6 VDC current typ 8.5 mA, ± 4.5 mA

Product descriptionThe high performance ANN-MS active GPS antenna with integrated low-noise amplifier (LNA) is the perfect match to u-blox GPS receivers where high sensitivity and optimum sky coverage are essential. ANN-MS offers the high performance to exploit the full capabilities of all u-blox GPS receivers, and can be operated at a supply voltage of 2.7 V to 6 V.

Environmental data

Operating temperature –40° C to +85° CStorage temperature –50° C to +85° CHumidity 95% ~ 100% RHVibration Sine sweep 1G (0-Peak), 10 – 150 – 10 Hz each axis

CE approval

Applicable standards ETSI EN 301 489-19

Mechanical data

Weight 42 g (without cable)Size 40 x 48 x 13 mmCable 5 m RG174 standardConnectors (choice) SMA, SMB, MCX, FAKRAMounting Magnetic baseHousing color Black


ANN-MS-0-005-0 ANN active GPS antennas with 5m cable and SMA connector

ANN-MS-1-005-0 ANN Active GPS Antenna with 5m cable, SMB connector

ANN-MS-2-005-0 ANN Active GPS Antenna with 5m cable, MCX connector

ANN-MS-3-005-0 ANN Active GPS Antenna with 5m cable, FAKRA connector


Patch antenna characteristics

Frequency 1575 ± 3 MHzVSWR Max. 2Bandwidth Min. 10 MHzImpedance 50 Peak gain Min. 4 dBic (over 7 x 7 cm ground plane)Gain coverage (over 75% volume)Polarization RHCP (Right-handed circular polarization)

≥ –4 dBic

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Services

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Services overview

Users expect instant position information. During coldstart conditions, this is sometimes not possible because at least four satellites must be identified, and their complete orbital position data, called Ephemeris, received. Due to the low data rate of satellite signals (only 50 baud!) together with adverse geographical or city conditions, downloads from satellites can be unacceptably long, or even fail altogether.

u-blox’ AssistNow online service delivers global satellite position data 24/7

AssistNow™ global online service for accelerated positioning

Assisted GNSS (A-GNSS) accelerates calculation of po-sition by instantly delivering the necessary satellite data such as Ephemeris, Almanac, accurate time and satellite status to GNSS receivers via wireless networks such as GSM/GPRS or the Internet. The aiding data enables a GNSS receiver to compute a position within seconds, even under poor satellite signal conditions.

Based on information gathered from its global networkof satellite tracking stations, u-blox offers AssistNowservice to its customers worldwide via the Internetbased on a highly reliable online AssistNow Server.Both Online and Offline option are available.

u-blox also supports a new feature, AssistNowAutonomous. Available on all u-blox 6/7/M8 GNSS receivers, this feature adds embedded satellite orbit prediction capability for even faster positioning withoutrelying on any external aiding data.

Read about u-blox’ AssistNow service on page 70.

CellLocate®: hybrid solution for indoor positioning

u-blox’ proprietary cellular/GNSS positioning service merges mobile phone cell information with GNSS to improve positioning in areas where satellite signals are weak, jammed, or completely blocked.

CellLocate combines mobile cell and/or GNSS position-ing data to deliver better results than either technology can accomplish alone:

• Positioning performance can be improved and extended to areas where satellite signals are 100% blocked, especially within buildings

• Eliminate “no-fix” scenarios by providing at least an approximate fix wherever cell phone coverage is available

• Overcome jamming scenarios to improve antitheft system performance

u-blox‘ CellLocate cellular positioning technology is a feature implemented in u-blox SARA, LEON and LISA GSM and UMTS wireless modem families.

Read about u-blox’ CellLocate service on page 72.

Increased reliability and indoor positioningbased on mobile network attributes

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The challenge of stand-alone GNSSGNSS users expect instant position information. With standard positioning this is often not possible because at least four satellites must be identified, and their complete orbital position data (called Ephemeris) received. Under adverse signal conditions, data downloads from the satellites to the receiver can take minutes, hours or even fail altogether. Assisted GNSS (A-GNSS) accelerates calculation of position by delivering satellite data such as Ephemeris, Almanac, accurate time and satellite status to the GNSS receiver via wireless networks or the Internet. This aiding data enables a GNSS receiver to compute a position within seconds, even under poor signal conditions.

AssistNow A-GNSSAssistNow Online and AssistNow Offline are u-blox’ end-to-end A-GNSS services for OEM customers and their end users. These services boost GNSS acquisition performance for devices with or without network connectivity. AssistNow Online and AssistNow Offline can either be used alone or in combination.

AssistNow A-GNSS services require no additional hardware and generate virtually no CPU load. The system is very easy to implement and can be installed and operational within a day.

u-blox wireless modules feature an embedded AssistNow client making integration simple.

Assisted GNSS u-blox A-GNSS services

AssistNow OnlineWith AssistNow Online, an internet-connected GNSS device downloads assistance data from u-blox’ AssistNow Online Service at system start-up. The service works on all standard mobile communication networks that support Internet access, including GPRS, UMTS and Wireless LAN. No special arrangements with mobile network operators are needed to enable AssistNow Online, making this solution network operator independent and globally available. u-blox only sends ephemeris data for those satellites currently visible to the mobile device requesting the data, thus minimizing the amount of data transferred.

AssistNow OfflineWith AssistNow Offline, users download u-blox’ Differential Almanac Correction Data from the Internet at their convenience. The correction data is then transferred to the mobile terminal via TCP/IP, serial port, memory card, etc, and can either be stored in the GNSS receiver’s memory or in the memory of the application processor. Therefore, the service requires no connectivity at system start-up and enables a position fix within seconds, even when no network is available.

u-blox provides correction data valid from 1 to 35 days.The size of these files increases with the length of theprediction period, from as little as 3 kB to 90 kB. Positioning accuracy decreases with the length of thecorrection data duration, with 1–3 day data providing relatively high accuracy and 10–35 day data progres-sively less accuracy. Regular updates help to ensure a high level of position accuracy.

True Orbit

Almanac

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Correction Data

AssistNow Offline(no connection needed at start-up)

Occasional updates of AssistNow Offlinedata via file transfer at user’s conveniece

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Free and premium service optionsAssistNow data is collected by u-blox’ global array of satellite receivers, and maintained in real-time on u-blox AssistNow servers accessible via the Internet. For best-effort applications, u-blox provides AssistNow free-of-charge to its customers.

For applications requiring a guaranteed minimum Quality of Service (QoS), u-blox provides AssistNow Premium which provides guaranteed availability based on a service level agreement and 24/7 support.


Please contact u-blox to obtain access to the free AssistNow service.

This service is available to u-blox OEM customers and their end-customers.

Benefits of AssistNow• Fast Time-To-First-Fix, even under poor signal conditions• Global coverage• Network operator independent• No additional hardware required• Free best-effort service• Guaranteed QoS option for premium customers• Low CPU load• Available for all u-blox GNSS products• Easy to install and use• u-blox wireless modules include an embedded AssistNow client for effortless implementation

AssistNow AutonomousAssistNow Autonomous is an embedded feature available free-of-charge that accelerates GNSS positioning by capitalizing on the periodic nature of GNSS satellite orbits. GNSS orbit predictions are directly calculated by the GNSS receiver and no external aiding data or connectivity is required. AssistNow Autonomous can be used alone, or together with AssistNow Online or AssistNow Offline for increased positioning speed and accuracy.

AssistNow Online AssistNow Offline AssistNow Autonomous

Data download frequency At every startup Once every X days Never

Data retrieval at start-upData downloaded from server

Pre-downloaded data from local memory

Retrived from local memory

Aiding data typeEphemeris, almanac, time, health

Differential almanac correction data

Automatically generated

Data validity period 2 – 4 hours 35 days Up to 3 days

Size of downloaded data 1 – 3 kB10 kB (1 day) ... 125 kB (35 days)

None

Acquisition (TTFF) performance As low as 1 second As low as 5 seconds As low as 10 seconds

Standard service Best-effort Best effort Embedded best effort

Premium serviceGuaranteed availability based on service level agreement

Guaranteed availability based on service level agreement

Not applicable

time

Non-volatile storage options forAssistNow Autonomous data

Battery Backup RAM: data for approx. 20 satellites

External Flash (optional): data for 32 satellites

Host (optional): data for 32 satellites and optional data

Legend

true satellite orbit

broadcast ephemeris orbit (downloaded from the satellite)

broadcast eph. used beyond validity period (unusable for navigation)

AssistNow Autonomous orbit (autonomously generated from broadcast ephemeris)

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Broadcast ephemeris orbit (downloaded from the satellite)

Broadcast eph. used beyond validity period (unusable for navigation)

AssistNow Autonomous orbit (autonomously generated from broadcast ephemeris)

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CellLocate® Objective Specification

Mobile network-based hybrid positioning

Increased reliability and indoor positioning based on mobile network informationAlthough it is a widespread and very effective technology, Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) positioning is not always possible, particularly in challenging signal environments such as urban canyons, indoors, in enclosed park houses, or when GNSS jamming signals are present. Performance can be improved by complementing the GNSS receiver data with information from mobile network cells that can benefit numerous applications. u-blox, through its in-house development of wireless data modules and GNSS receivers, has developed and embedded a cellular positioning technology, CellLocate, into its SARA and LEON families of GSM/GPRS and LISA family of UMTS wireless modules. This technology enables stand-alone location estimation based on surrounding mobile network information in conjunction with GNSS positioning data to improve positioning.

For any given location with wireless network coverage (GSM/GPRS and/or UMTS), a specific combination of wireless cells will be visible. The proprietary CellLocate feature allows u-blox GSM/GPRS and UMTS wireless modules to report to the CellLocate server those cells which are visibile at any specific location. This enables the server to estimate a coarse position on the basis of previous observations from other modules reporting the same cell visibility pattern, and this position is reported back to the module. The estimated position is then output by the module to the host processor via its serial port.

CellLocate database contains historic observations of cell A reported by several devices

CellLocate server defines area of cell visibility

New device observes cell A, position is estimated from the previous observations

Visibility of multiple cells provides even better coverage and accuracy

Cellular locationWireless cells are widely available in urban and rural environments enabling the CellLocate service to provide a position estimate virtually everywhere and under any conditions.

The service is offered free of charge on a best effort basis and the performance depends on the density of network cells and database population. A self learning mechanism is implemented allowing continuous database improvement and update in order to increase performance over time and prevent database aging.

CellLocate and hybrid positioningCellLocate and hybrid positioning are u-blox’ end-to-end services for OEM customers and their end-users. These services enhance and complement stand-alone GNSS acquisition performance when u-blox wireless modules and GNSS modules or chips are used.

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2G / 3GNetwork

Customer application CellLocate serverCells info

Cellular locationu-blox system solution

GNSSWirelessmodem

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CPU Globalreferencenetwork

u-blox implementation provides a single AT command interface enabling full control of the GNSS receiver and cellular positioning functionality in order to maximize performance and virtually eliminate any “no position scenario”. Through the single AT command interface it is possible to define all the positioning settings (cellular, stand-alone GNSS, GNSS aiding data) and enable the wireless module to optimize positioning performance.

CellLocate and hybrid services are fully integrated into u-blox wireless modules and work in parallel to normal module functionality.While stand-alone CellLocate is able to estimate position even when the GNSS signal is completely absent, hybrid positioning technology provides even better performance by using a combination of complementary positioning methods.

Benefits of CellLocate and hybrid positioning

• Position available even in areas of poor or no GNSS signal reception

• Network operator independent

• Easy to integrate into end applications

• No additional hardware required

• Free best-effort service

• Supported by all u-blox GSM/GPRS and UMTS/HSPA modules

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CellLocate enabled devices SARA-G350LEON-G100LISA-U2x0

Supported network technologies GSM/GPRSUMTS/HSPA

GNSS aiding settings Stand-alone, AssistNow Online/Offline/Autonomous

Data size* Uplink: 100-200 BytesDownlink (position only): 150 BytesDownlink (including GNSS aiding data): 1 – 3 kB

*) Data size depends on the number of visible cells and user selected GNSS aiding data


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Support

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Support overview

TOBY-L1 LTE evaluation kit EVK-L1x

Support and evaluation toolsu-blox’ worldwide offices provide you with Wireless and positioning technology experts to ensure the success of your designs (see list of our global locations on page 94). u-blox also gives you comprehensive interactive support software for evaluation, design-in, testing and performance visualization of all its wireless and positioning products. Based on a sophisticated graphical user interface, the u-center and m-center PC software supports our GNSS and wireless modules and may be downloaded free-of-charge from our website. See pages 77 and 78 for details.

Evaluation Kits for u-blox’ GSM, UMTS, CDMA, LTE modems and GNSS receiver families plus complete reference designs are also available. For more information please visit our website at www.u-blox.com/en/support-section.html.

Evaluation Kits and samples can be ordered via our Online shop or ordered via an authorized u-blox representative or sales office.

Visit our Online shop at www.u-blox.com/en/online-shop.html.

Global online servicesu-blox also provides globally accessible, highly-reliable Internet-based online services for Assisted GNSS (AssistNow, see page 70). AssistNow provides optional support to all u-blox satellite receivers worldwide with accurate satellite position aiding data to dramatically reduce Time-To-First-Fix, especially during cold start and weak signal conditions.

u-blox also provides it‘s CellLocate online service free of charge to facilitate indoor positioning. The service capitalizes on hybrid GNSS/cellular positioning to provide a fix when satellite signals are weak or absent. CellLocate supports u-blox‘ SARA, LEON GSM and LISA UMTS wireless modem series.

Complete documentationu-blox provides our customers with a complete set of technical documentation and support firmware supporting all u-blox based products including:

• Datasheets

• Application notes

• System integration manuals

• Protocol specifications

• Module firmware and USB device drivers

• Evaluation and integration software for Android

• GPS tutorial

• Field test reports

• Product change notifications

Documentation and software are available free-of-charge via our website. Our extensive archive of technical documents is searchable via the “Search Website” field at the upper right of every page of our website, www.u-blox.com.

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Evaluation kits and reference designsDesign tools for u-blox wireless and positioning products

Page 76 | Evaluation kits and reference designs

Evaluation kits are available to support the following u-blox positioning products:

Positioning chips & modules with TCXO:• EVK-7N: supports UBX-G7020 chips, MAX-7Q, NEO-7N, LEA-7N• EVK-M8N: u-blox M8 GNSS evaluation kit with TCXO, supports NEO-M8N

Positioning chips & modules with crystal:• EVK-7C: supports UBX-G7020 chips, MAX-7C,NEO-7M• EVK-M8C: u-blox M8 GNSS evaluation kit with crystal, supports NEO-M8M

Positioning chips & modules with Dead Reckoning:• EVK-6R: supports LEA-6R• EVK-6V: supports u-blox 6 Dead Reckoning Chips, NEO-6V

Positioning module with Precise Point Positioning: • EVK-7P: supports NEO-7P PPP module

GPS chip & modules with Precision Timing:• EVK-6T: supports u-blox 6 Timing Chips, LEA-6T, NEO-6T

Positioning evaluation kits

u-blox wireless evaluation kits are available to support the following u-blox wireless products:

GSM/GPRS evaluation kit:• EVK-G20 supports LEON-G100 GSM/GPRS module• EVK-G31/G35 supports SARA-G3 GSM/GPRS module series

UMTS (W-CDMA) evaluation kits: • EVK-U20 supports LISA-U200, LISA-U260 and LISA-U270• EVK-U23 supports LISA-U230

CDMA2000 evaluation kits:• EVK-C20 supports LISA-C200 (Sprint & Verizon versions)• EVK-C21 supports FW75-C200 (Sprint & Verizon versions)• EVK-D10 supports FW2770p (Sprint & Verizon versions)• EVK-D20 supports FW75-D200 (KDDI version)

LTE evaluation kits:• EVK-L10/L11 supports TOBY L100/L110

Wireless adapter boards:• ADP-G200 supports LEON-G100• ADP-G350 supports SARA-G3 modules• ADP-C200 supports LISA-C200• ADP-U200 supports LISA-U200• ADP-U230 supports LISA-U230

Wirelessevaluation kits

u-blox reference design/blueprints for telematics are complete, integrated solutions for telematics applications such as fleet management, asset tracking, road pricing, and security/surveillance:

GSM/GPRS/GNSS blueprints:• C16-G26Q blueprint (NEO-6Q, LEON-G200 with GNSS and GSM antennas integrated)• C16-U20/C20/G35 reference designs (LISA-U200/LISA-C200/SARA-G350 with GNSS and

wireless antennas integrated) • C04-6H GPS smart antenna (LEA-6H with 25 x 25 x 4 mm patch antenna integrated)• B70-6Q MAX blueprint (MAX-6Q with 18 x18 x 4 mm patch antenna integrated)• B71-7M u-blox 7 smart antenna (UBX-7020-KT with 18 x 18 x 4 mm patch antenna integrated)• B73-6V Dead Reckoning development board with NEO-6V• B75-6Q u-blox 7 low-cost CSP design with UBX-7020-CT (no hardware provided)• B74-7M u-blox 7 DSC datalogger with UBX-7020-CT

Reference designs/blueprints

Note: most evaluation kits and reference designs can be ordered via u-blox’ Online Shop. For detailed information: visit our website www.u-blox.com.

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u-centerPositioning evaluation software

Highlights• Interactive and easy to use

• Extensive GNSS configuration and control features

• Supports all u-blox positioning products

• Access to all controls and output messages

• Enables comparative performance analysis of posi-tioning products that output NMEA messages

• Free of charge

u-center includes• Support for NMEA and u-blox UBX binary protocol

• Integrated AssistNow A-GNSS client functionality

• Structured and graphical data visualization in real-time:

o Satellite summary view (SV) o Navigation summary view o Compass, speedometer, clock, altimeter o Chart view of any two parameters of choice o Data recording and playback functionality

• Docking views (real-time cockpit instruments): Satellite constellation, compass, clock, altimeter, speedometer, GNSS and satellite information views

• Full cut-and-paste functionality to transfer informa-tion to standard PC application software

• Firmware update feature for u-blox receivers

Visualization

Docking views with real-time cockpit instruments and satellite status charts allow easy observation of the stat-ic and dynamic behavior of u-blox positioning products.

To visualize positions and traveled routes on maps, easy-to-use interactive functions are provided that en-able importing a map file and entering three geodetic positions in order to calibrate the map so the measured positions are placed correctly on the map. Output posi-tion to Google Maps and Google Earth.

Data analysis

u-center allows the user to choose from a large number of parameters to create tabular views, 2D charts, histo- grams and compute statistics. Tabular views can be copied and inserted into commercial software like Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.

Product descriptionThe u-center positioning evaluation software provides a powerful platform for product evaluation, configura-tion, testing and real-time performance visualization of u-blox positioning receiver products. u-center provides AssistNow client functionality for A-GNSS. Its unique flexibility makes u-center the ideal tool through the entire system integration process.

Configuration and control options

u-center provides a convenient means to configure the GNSS receiver, to save customized configuration settings in the receiver Flash and to restore factory set-tings if needed. Toolbar buttons are available to control settings such as to force cold, warm and hot starts.

Hardware platform

u-center supports PCs running Windows 7, WIndows Vista, or Windows XP.


u-center is available free of charge and can be down-loaded from our website www.u-blox.com:Support -> Kits & tools -> Evaluation software section

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m-centerWireless evaluation software


m-center is available free of charge and can be down-loaded from our website www.u-blox.com:Support -> Kits & tools -> Evaluation software section.

Configuration and control options

m-center provides a convenient means to configure u-blox’ wireless modules and save the configuration in the module Flash. It is also possible to view and edit SIM phonebook entries, send text messages, and communi-cate with the wireless module using AT commands.

m-center can be used to restore the wirless module’s factory default settings and to perform traces. In addition, when using u-blox wireless Evaluation Kits, m-center allows for simple communication with the onboard GNSS module.

Hardware platform

m-center supports PCs running Windows 7, WIndows Vista, or Windows XP.

Product descriptionThe m-center wireless evaluation software is a powerful and easy to use tool for evaluating, configuring, and testing of u-blox wireless modules. It includes an intuitive, easy to understand and easy to use graphical interface. m-center is available free-of-charge.

Highlights• Allows simple evaluation of SARA, LEON,

LISA-U, and TOBY wireless modules

• Interactive and easy to use

• Access to main functionality and configuration parameters

• Learn AT commands using the GUI interfaces thanks to embedded AT Terminal

• Trace GSM/GPRS/UMTS module activity

• Free of charge

m-center includes• AT Command terminal with user defined commands

• PIN management

• Call management

• SMS management

• GPRS context configuration

• Communication with u-blox GNSS modules

• Intelligent driver detection

Visualization

The very simple graphical user interface allows the user to perform common GSM/GPRS/UMTS tasks and the embedded AT terminal shows all the AT commands trace in order to decrease the learning curve of the AT commands set. All the AT terminal activity can be saved to a text file.

Enabling the trace feature allows users to save internal GSM/GPRS/UMTS module activity to facilitate sending of binary data to u-blox customer support.


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Android solution / u-center Android Evaluation & integration software for Android positioning

Highlights• Allows easy integration of GNSS functionality in

Android-based products

• Royalty-free GNSS library, licensed for reuse in cus-tomer products

• GNSS evaluation and visualization app

u-blox Android solution includes• GNSS driver library

• u-center Android GNSS evaluation App

• Documentation explaining implementation

Solution descriptionu-blox’ GNSS Android solution enables customers to easily integrate and evaluate GNSS functionality in their Android-based end products. The solution includes A-GNSS capabilities for high performance GPS as well as Terminal and Network based positioning on mobile operator networks.

u-blox Android GNSS solution is available free of charge. The royalty-free GNSS hardware driver library is licensed for re-use in customer products and available upon request.

u-center Android GNSS evaluation App

The u-blox Android solution includes u-center Android, a specially modified Android version of u-blox’ powerful GNSS evaluation tool. u-center Android enables the visualization of location data and GNSS status published by the Android framework.

Messages and satallite information

u-center Android allows you to check the NMEA mes-sages from the receiver and the basic information of each satellite (e.g. azimuth, elevation, status).

Supported Products

Solution supports all u-blox positioning products.

System requirements

u-center Android supports Android versions 2.1 and above.GNSS Driver Library supports Android versions 2.3 to 4.0.

Testing and analysis

Cockpit type instruments, a wide range of tabular and graphical viewing tools as well as statistics functions are available to make testing and analysis easy. Features in-clude visualization of all visible GNSS satellites including signal strength and position, heading, altitude, velocity and GNSS time-of-day.

Visualization

u-center Android allows you to visualize GNSS traces on top of picture files of maps of any scale. A quick look at a trace on a map reveals a lot about the GNSS receiver’s performance. This feature is only available with devices supporting Google Maps.


For further details and to obtain u-blox’ GNSS Driver Library, please contact the u-blox sales representative nearest you. To download u-center Android visit our website or the Android Market: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ublox.ucenter

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RIL software for wireless modulesRadio interface layer for u-blox wireless modems

Highlights• Quick and easy integration of u-blox wireless modules into Android, Windows Embedded and

Windows Mobile based designs• Free of charge for u-blox customers

Features• Complete source-code of RIL library• PC-based simulator• Comprehensive documentation explaining implementation

Product descriptionu-blox RIL (“Radio Interface Layer”) software allows easy integration of u-blox wireless modules into Android and Windows Embedded based designs.

The software is available free of charge for u-blox customers.

The solution includes• PC-based simulator This simulator enables quick evaluation of u-blox RIL

software. The simulator is a stand-alone tool that can be installed on a PC running Windows XP, or Windows Vista. An evaluation kit can be connected to the PC and customers can run an application on the simulator.

• RIL libraries This is the source code of u-blox RIL libraries. The

source code can be integrated into an Android or Windows Embedded / Windows Mobile environment.

• Operating systems supported Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)

Android 4.0 (Ice cream sandwich)Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean)Windows Embedded 6.0 (Win CE)Windows Embedded 7.0Windows Mobile 6.5

• Wireless modules supportedSARA-G3 series (Android 2.3, 4.1, Embedded Windows 6.x 7.x, Windows Mobile 6.5)LEON-G100 (Android 2.3, 4.1, Embedded Windows 6.x, 7.x, Windows Mobile 6.5)LISA-U2 series (Android 2.3, 4.0 & 4.1, Embedded Windows 6.x 7.x, Windows Mobile 6.5)FW2763p (Android 2.3)FW2770p (Android 2.3)TOBY-L1 series (Android 4.0)

For more details, visit www.u-blox.com/en/support-section.html or contact the u-blox sales representative nearest you.

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Glossary2GShort for second-generation wireless telephone technology GSM. It is currently the world’s most widely deployed mobilecommunications technology.

3GThese are the third generation family of technologies for mobile wireless networking consisting of EDGE, HSPA, UMTS, and CDMA2000. They enable a wider range of services and higher speeds.

4Gis the fourth generation of mobile phone mobile communications standards. For cellular communications, 4G generally designates the LTE standard. Both voice and data utilize the same protocol.

Automotive gradeAutomotive grade is an umbrella term applied to components which meet specific automotive industry requirements such as adherence to specific standards, extended operating tempera-ture, tolerance to electrostatic discharge, burn-in, quality and packaging requirements.

Acquisition performancePerformance of a GNSS receiver in detecting (or ‘acquiring’) satellite signals. Once acquired, the receiver is able to receive and process the signals and use this information to calculate a position.

A-GnSS (Assisted GnSS) ServicesA service which provides a GNSS receiver with aiding data (i.e. satellite position data) in order to shorten the time required to establish a position fix.

Backwards compatibilityWhen upgrading electronic components for improved performance, lower cost or both, backwards compatibility with previous generation of products is maintained to insure smooth transition from older to newer products.

BeiDouChinese-based satellite navigation system. Currently available in China, global coverage with 35 satellites is planned for completion in 2020.

CDmA (Code Division multiple Access)Communication channel modulation technique that allows numerous radio transmitters to occupy the same radio spec-trum, each transmitting and receiving over a channel identifiableby a unique code.

CellLocate® A trademarked feature of u-blox’ wireless modules. This hybrid feature enables indoor positioning based on mobile cell visibility.

Dead reckoningTechnology that enables a GNSS receiver to calculate current position in the absence of GNSS satellite signals such as in tunnels based on vehicle distance and heading sensors.

eCallGSM/GNSS based automated vehicle emergency call system which will be soon be deployed in the EU.

ErA-GLOnASSGSM/GLONASS based automated vehicle emergency call system which will soon be deployed in Russia.

GLOnASSGLObal NAvigation Satellite System, is a satellite navigation

system operated by the Russian government. It complements and provides an alternative to GPS.

GnSSGlobal Navigation Satellite System: umbrella term for a satellite navigation system.

GprS (General packet radio Service)A packet oriented mobile data service available to users of the 2G cellular communication system GSM. It is generally much slower than newer 3G and 4G data services such as HSPA and LTE.

GpS (Global positioning System)A globally available positioning system developed and operated by the US Department of Defense consisting of a constellation of 24-32 satellites orbiting the Earth at a very high altitude.

GSm (Global System for mobile communications)Second generation mobile telephony system that is used worldwide. GSM uses a variation of time division multiple access (TDMA) and is currently the most widely used cellular communications standard.

HSpAHigh Speed Packet Access (HSPA) extends and improves the performance of UMTS by adding a parallel data channel. This service belongs to 3G technology.

Location based servicesRefers to a new class of services that deliver information to end-users that is relevant to their geographic location, for example shops, services and other end-users who are in the vicinity of their actual location.

LtE, (Long-term Evolution) is the 4th generation (4G) standard for mobile communication of voice and high-speed data for smartphones and data terminals.

m2m communications“Machine-to-Machine” communications is a technology that allows machines to exchange information directly with each other with minimal or no human intervention. Communication is typically implemented over a mobile network.

pnD (personal navigation Device)A portable electronic product which implements navigation technology such as GPS to provide location and navigation information to consumers.

pOS terminal (point-of-Sale)Short for “Point-of-Sales terminal”, a machine over which salestransactions occurs such as a (wireless) cash register orautomatic vending or ticketing machine.

QZSSGPS augmentation System based on 3 quasi-zenith satellites used for improving positioning performance in Japan and Southeast Asia.

telematicsThe integrated use of telecommunications and informatics used in the control and monitoring of remote objects.

UmtS (also referred to as W-CDmA)UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications Service) is a third-generation (3G) mobile communications standard. It implements packet based transmission of text, voice, video, and multimedia at data rates up to 2 megabits per second.

Technology

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Technology | Page 83

Whether for professional applications such as fleet management or asset tracking, vehicle services such as eCall / ERA-GLONASS, remote metering, security and surveillance systems or consumer devices such as smartphones, tablets and personal trackers, u-blox has the right technology to deliver the sensitivity, connectivity, noise immunity, low-power and compact size required by today’s and tomorrow’s demanding applications.

u-blox’ module roadmap philisophyWhen it comes to GNSS modules, u-blox adheres to a core design philosophy: maintain module form factor and footprint continuity to allow customers to easily upgrade their products with each successive generation of u-blox positioning modules.Read more on Page 84

Wireless module layout compatibilityWhen designing wireless modem products that mustaccommodate 2G/3G/4G variants or region-specific versions requiring different frequency bands, PCB layoutissues can generate a long list of expensive design andlogistic problems. The best way to avoid this issue is simple: layout compatibility across the entire range of wireless modems.Read more on Page 85

LTE4G LTE has become the fastest growing standard in the history of telecommunications. u-blox is addressing this rapidly expanding market for LTE connectivity through in-house 4G modem chip technology. Based on “Soft-ware Defined Modem” (SDM) design methodology, u-blox’ strategy is to design and test advanced modem products with specific M2M functionality in software.Read more on Page 86

eCall / ERA-GLONASSu-blox‘ GPS and GLONASS receivers combined with verified eCall and ERA-GLONASS compatible wireless modems and test environments are ideal for the latest vehicle emergency call systems being deployed in Europe and Russia. Read more on Page 87

Multi-GNSS support

To address the expanding number of satellite navigationsystems, u-blox has developed GNSS silicon receiver engines that support all deployed as well as upcoming standards. This includes support for both concurrent multi-GNSS reception for high performance, as well as single reception mode for power-optimized operation.Read more on Page 88

Automotive Dead Reckoning When satellite signals are blocked (e.g. in tunnels or indoor car parks) u-blox’ Automotive Dead Reckoning (ADR) technology allows uninterrupted vehicle navigation based on heading and distance data provided by external sensors.Read more on Page 89

GNSS antenna modulesu-blox offers two different kinds of GNSS antenna modules. These surface-mount components are complete GNSS receivers with integrated antenna.The result is a complete, high-performance positioning solution allowing for easy integration and fast time- to-market through simplified design and logistics.Read more on Page 90

Precise Point Positioning (PPP)For mapping, marine, and recreational applications,PPP provides sub-meter accuracy based on u-blox’single-frequency receiver and proprietary algorithm combined with ionospheric correctional data such as SBAS.Read more on Page 92

Precision Timing and Reference Frequency u-blox’ GPS clock synchronization technology allows globally distributed computer and telecom systems to synchronize their clocks as well as generate accurate reference frequences continuously and cost effectively.Read more on Page 93

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u-blox’ module roadmap philosophyForm factor and layout consistency

When it comes to modules, u-blox adheres to a core design philosophy: maintain form factor and software continuity to allow customers to easily upgrade their products with each new generation of u-blox position-ing or wireless modules.

The key benefit is simple: customers do not need to keep changing their PCB designs whenever u-blox introduces an improved version of its module products. Simply drop in the next generation module on the existing PCB and start testing! As a leading global supplier of Wireless and GNSS modules, u-blox has established these compact module form factors as de-facto industry standards:

1) Leadless Chip Carrier 2) GPS, GLONASS, QZSS; Galileo and BeiDou ready 3) Land Grid Array

These form factors establish the base of our positioning and wireless module families, a philosophy that has been consistently applied over previous generations. In addition to providing a smooth upgrade path for your designs, form factor consistency allows for easy

interchanging of module family members to adapt to end-product variants targeted at specific regions or feature-sets. This applies especially to u-blox’ wireless 2G/3G/4G module products.

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Wireless module layout compatibilityUpgrade smoothly with nested GSM/UMTS/CDMA/LTE designs

This is why u-blox has maintained form-factor compat-ibility throughout its GSM/GPRS (SARA/LEON), UMTS/HSPA/CDMA2000 (LISA), and LTE (TOBY) wireless module families.

To facilitate nested designs, u-blox provides application notes and PCB reference designs with schematics, Gerber files and bill of materials for 1.8 V and 3.0 V systems.

Example of 2G/3G/4G layout compatibility:nested design accommodates SARA GSM, LISA UMTS/CDMA and TOBY LTE modules on the same footprint

When designing wireless modem products that must accommodate GSM, UMTS, CDMA, or LTE variants as well as region-specific versions requiring different frequency bands, PCB layout issues can generate a long list of expensive design and logistic problems.

The best way to avoid this issue is simple: layout com-patibility across the entire range of wireless modems. With this solution, a single PCB layout can be designed for use by all end-product variations.

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LTE Fastest growing standard in telecom history

approach significantly shortens development time as iterative silicon fabrication cycles can be eliminated. Ultimately, SDM will enable u-blox to deliver multimode wireless products which are able to meet user, market or local environmental conditions as they arise.

In-house 4G LTE protocol stack

u-blox has also acquired 4G LTE protocol stack tech-nology. Together with SDM modem design capability, u-blox aims to become a leading 4G LTE multimode modem provider based on in-house intellectual proper-ty. This will allow us to quickly address demands of the dynamically changing markets for M2M modems.

At u-blox we are excited about the 4G LTE-connected future and are working with pioneering companies

right now to bring new prod-ucts to market.

We recently launched the TOBY-L1 range of compact, cost-optimized LTE data mo-dems based on u-blox’ nested

design philosophy. Refer to page 30 for more details.

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Digital mobile communication was born in the 1990’s as an offshoot of the fixed wired telephony industry in the form of 2G GSM, which initially offered voice as the primary service. Later on, data was added as a lower priority “add-on” feature, first as SMS for text messaging and then as packetized data through GPRS and then HSPA.

Two cellular network generations later, data has taken over as the driver of mobile network technology. Voice, now a commodity, has been replaced by latency-sensi-tive multimedia and video-rich applications and services as the main revenue generator. This is why operators are rapidly rolling out 4G LTE, making it the fastest growing telecommunications standard in history.

LTE M2M applications

Ultimately, LTE connected devices will exceed human mobile phone users: the number of LTE connected M2M devices is forecast to exceed all other types of connected devices by 2020. Although typical data rates for M2M communication today are much lower than the data rates for which LTE is designed, specific M2M applications will be either created or enhanced to take advantage of the available bandwidth. New LTE-based M2M applications include:

• Wireless router for in-car infotainment systems

• Telehealth terminals providing remote diagnosis and healthcare

• Multimedia signage and advertisement displays

• Remote wireless surveillance cameras

• Vending machine monitoring with video commercial display

• Retail terminals displaying product demonstrations or live helpdesk

• Facial recognition systems used in homeland security

• Unmanned video drones used for surveying, utilities inspection, security, traffic, accident, crowd control and fire monitoring

Software defined modem (SDM)

u-blox is addressing this rapidly expanding market for LTE connectivity through in-house 4G modem chip technology. Based on “Software Defined Modem” (SDM) design methodology, u-blox’ strategy is to design and test advanced modem products with specific M2M functionality in software. The SDM

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eCall / ERA-GLONASS

eCall and ERA-GLONASS are a European, respectively Russian initiative to combine mobile communications and satellite positioning to provide rapid assistance to motorists in the event of a collision. The systems, the first based on GPS and Galileo the latter on GLONASS, monitor in-vehicle sensors for such events as airbag deployment to automatically transmit location details and summon assistance via emergency cellular service. The motivation for both systems is the reduction of the consequences of road accidents in Europe and Russia.

When activated, the in-vehicle systems automatically initiate an emergency call carrying both voice and data (including location data) directly to the nearest Public Safety Answering Point to determine whether rescue services should be dispatched to the known position.

The core functionality of both systems is an embedded computer that continuously monitors crash sensors and satellite positioning receiver in order to initiate an automated data and full duplex voice call via a dedicated wireless modem (e.g. GSM, UMTS) in case of an emergency condition. In-band modem capability, the ability to transmit data over the voice channel, is a key requirement for both systems.

Automated emergency response systems

The u-blox IVS eCall system

u-blox’ eCall solutionu-blox has developed both GNSS and GSM components supporting all aspects of “In-vehicle eCall Terminals”, or IVF. Based on the company’s SARA-G3 and LISA-U2 cellular modules and u-blox 8M GNSS receivers, the company supports critical design considerations re-quired by IVF designs:

• eCall system know-how• Automotive qualified components• In-band modem support• eCall test environment• eCall application note• High level of component integration• High GNSS receiver sensitivity• A-GPS support• Dead Reckoning capability• FOTA• Track record as automotive vendor• Operator modem certification• Support for special automotive requirements

The figure below shows the main blocks of the eCall solution:

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u-blox’ comprehensive approach to multi-standard positioning

GPS has been the global defacto standard for naviga-tion and positioning for decades. This situation is rapidly changing. To reduce the reliance on the US-based GPS satellite network, Russia, China, Japan and the EU are deploying their own Global Navigation Satellite Systems (“GNSS”).

The reasons are clear: many countries do not want to be reliant on the US controlled GPS system which could in theory be deactivated or degraded. Designers of GNSS systems are now faced with new motives for de-signing systems that support multiple GNSS standards:

• Government mandate and legal requirements to support their own GNSS system inside one’s country

• Availability / redundancy: increased reliability by removing the dependence on a single system

• Increased performance in cities where visibility of satellites belonging to any one system may be poor, in which case simply use a different one

• Accuracy: increase in precision achieved by using multiple systems concurrently

To address the expanding number of satellite navigationsystems, u-blox has developed GNSS silicon receiver engines that support all deployed as well as upcoming standards. This includes support for both concurrent multi-GNSS navigation for high performance (u-blox M8),as well as single-GNSS, power-optimized operation (u-blox 7).

The state of GNSS

RussiaThe first additional GNSS system to come online is Russia’s GLONASS (GLObal NAvigation Satellite System). GLO-NASS became fully operational in 2011

with 24 satellites. GLONASS provides global coverage, with positional accuracy typically less than 7 meters in Russia, and less than 9 meters outside of Russia. One of the first applications is ERA-GLONASS, an automated vehicle emergency response system similar to the EU’s eCall system. Functional today, GLONASS compatibility is supported by all u-blox 7 and M8 based chips and modules.

European UnionThe EU is deploying its own satellite network called Galileo. The final deploy-ment of a total of 30 satellites is planned for around 2019. Based on an advanced

version of CDMA, Galileo will operate over a similar frequency band as GPS. u-blox 7 and M8 receivers are hardware-ready to support Galileo.

ChinaChina is developing their own GNSS system called Bei-

Dou. First satellites are already in orbit, offering navigation and positioning ser-vices in China and Southeast Asia. It will ultimately rely on 35 satellites to provide global positioning capability to within 10

meters. BeiDou is scheduled for completion in 2020. u-blox M8 receivers support the BeiDou standard.

JapanDue to the high-rise nature of many of Japan’s cities,

QZSS (Quasi-Zenith Satellite System) was designed as an augmentation system to aid GPS in urban canyons. The system will consist of 3 satellites which will transmit correctional data to improve

GPS performance to sub-meter accuracy. The first QZSS satellite was launched in Sept. 2010 with the full com-plement of 3 satellites expected to be completed soon. QZSS supports devices operating in Japan, parts of Southeast Asia and Australia. QZSS service is available and supported by all u-blox 7 and M8 based chips and modules.

Other GNSS augmentation systemsAccurate positioning is highly dependent on atmo-spheric conditions, specifically the delay of GNSS signals while traversing the ionosphere. The 3 augmentation systems listed below (systems that aid GNSS) are rou-tinely used by positioning receivers to improve accuracy in specific geographic regions:

• WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System, available in North America)

• EGNOS (European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service, available in Europe and Russia),

• MSAS (Multi-functional Satellite Augmentation System, available in Japan)

u-blox 7 and M8 supports all of these civilian SBAS systems.

Automotive Dead Reckoning

GNSS positioning works well when at least four satellites are within a GNSS receiver’s line-of-sight. However, in urban environments where the accuracy of GNSS navigation is crucial, the view to the sky is often obstructed, or high-rise buildings reflect GNSS signals causing severe multipath effects, degrading the quality of GNSS. In tunnels or underground parking garages, GNSS positioning may not work at all.

u-blox’ proprietary Automotive Dead Reckoning (ADR) solution solves this problem: based on the last known position; vehicle sensors feed information to the u-blox receiver indicating how far and in what direction the vehicle has travelled. Sensor data and GNSS position are both processed, achieving 100% coverage, highly ac-curate and continuous positioning even in GNSS hostile environment (e.g. urban canyons) or in case of GNSS absence (e.g. tunnels and parking garages).

u-blox’ ADR supports a variety of sensor combinations. The classical setup, called “Gyroscope plus Wheel Tick” (GWT), consists of a 1-axis gyroscope providing the heading information and wheel tick providing the speed information. The use of 3-axis gyro and 3D accelerometer noticeably improves accuracy and allows for altitude discrimination. u-blox’ M8 ADR chip and module support 3D Dead Reckoning.

Alternatively, sensor information from left and rightwheels (front or rear) or all wheels are used differen-tially to deduce heading, called “Differential Wheel Tick” (DWT). This results in slightly lower performance compared to GWT, but has the big advantage of savingthe cost of a gyroscope. Additionally, which provides even more accurate results during elevation changes during driving.

Software sensor interface

The industry proven u-blox ADR solution is highly flexi-ble. The application processor can support a vast array of sensors, and must only convert the sensor data into UBX messages and pass them to the GNSS receiver via a standard serial interface (USB, SPI, UART, DDC). This makes the u-blox ADR solution very portable between

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various vehicle platforms and reduces development effort and time-to-market. u-blox ADR is completely self-calibrating, and requires only pre-configuration to the specific vehicle platform.

u-blox’ ADR with software sensor interface is available as a single chip UBX-M8030-Kx-DR or as NEO-6V module. The chips are qualified according to AEC-Q100 and manufactured according ISO/TS-16949 to meet demanding automotive quality requirements. These components are ideal for factory installed navigation and eCall systems since they use sensor data (wheel tick and gyroscope data) taken directly from the CAN bus.

Hardware sensor interface

The standard quality grade LEA-6R module is a dedicated ADR solution (GWT only) for after market installations with no access to the vehicle bus and no application processor for sensor data processing. Sensors are connected directly to the module: gyroscopes via SPI and ADC and the speedpulse information from the tachometer.

Evaluation toolsEvaluation Kits for u-blox‘ ADR technology can be ordered via a u-blox sales-representative.

For more details, visit our ADR webpage at:www.u-blox.com/en/dead-reckoning.html

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GNSS antenna modulesIntegration made easy

Every GNSS receiver requires an antenna for operation and thus the annual quantities has reached over a bil-lion antennas when including smart phone applications. As many customers do not have the RF/antenna tuning expertise or the sourcing capability, a highly optimized smart antenna module is a good selection. Smart antenna modules provide a fast time-to-market and an economically viable alternative. Usually an integrated antenna solution is also smaller in size than a module with external antenna.

Typical GNSS antenna module customers are consum-ing receivers in the 10k per year quantity. Sourcing an-tennas in these quantities may not be feasible in terms of cost and lead times. Custom tuning is also often needed, especially with patch antennas. u-blox GNSS Antenna Modules are highly optimized for performance including sensitivity and jamming immunity as they incorporate a dual SAW filter solution.

Currently u-blox offers two different kinds of Smart An-tenna Modules: PAM (Patch Antenna Module) and CAM (Chip antenna Module). Both of them are optimized for best antenna performance. The 18 x 18 mm antenna element used in PAM-7Q is a good compromise between size and performance. Smaller elements, like 12 x 12 mm suffer from poor radiation efficiency resulting in low SNR values. Note that adding an LNA does not improve radi-ation efficiency. Note also that patch antenna elements are by nature relatively narrowband and as a result mainly intended for single GNSS operation.

The chip antenna versions offer an interesting alter-native to traditional patch antenna solutions as good performance is combined with extremely compact form factor. Properly designed, a chip antenna module per-forms about equally well as a patch antenna module. The table on the following page shows typical SNR val-ues (in dBHz) that are expected with different antenna sizes and types.

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PAM is a highly popular form factor due to installation flexibility. It can be mounted ‘as is’ part of the customer mechanics or soldered with a pin-header to custom-er PCB. The 18 x 18 mm patch antenna of PAM-7Q provides RHCP polarization not achievable with smaller patch antenna elements. The omnidirectional radiation pattern increases flexibility for device installation. The simple design and easy interfacing keeps installation costs to a minimum.

PAM-7Q targets industrial and consumer applications that require small and cost efficient smart antenna solu-tions. PAM-7Q is form factor compatible with UP501 module, allowing the upgrade of existing designs with minimal effort.

The new chip antenna module, CAM-M8Q, is a really interesting alternative when customers require both

small size and multi-GNSS capability. The chip antenna element used in CAM-M8Q can handle all L1 frequen-cies ranging from Beidou (1560 MHz) up-to Glonass (1606 MHz). Traditional patch antenna solutions cannot achieve the same bandwidth. CAM-M8Q is also extremely low in height making thin customer designs possible. The chip antenna modules require however care in design implementation as the customer PCB forms part of the overall antenna (half of the dipole). CAM-M8Q has a feature whereby the internal chip antenna can be used as a backup antenna if the cus-tomer chooses to use an external antenna. This is useful in customer applications where there is a risk that the primary antenna is made malfunctional on purpose.

CAM-M8Q is targeted for all applications requiring good Multi-GNSS performance in a compact form factor.

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GNSS antenna gain measurements over three planes. Note the near uniform performance in the vertical planes. This demonstrates consistent antenna gain in the sky-facing direction, independent of device orientation. Measurements are based on the module mounted on an 80 x 40 mm ground plane, which acts as part of the antenna. The dark blue rectangle indicates the recommended mounting position of the antenna module.

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Precise Point Positioning (PPP)Ultra-precise GNSS positioning

Many industrial and leisure applications require higher accuracy than traditional GNSS provides, for example mapping, agricultural uses, marine navigation, con-struction, open-sky warehouse management and loca-tion-based recreational applications such as geocaching and handheld golf rangefinders.

In some of these applications, Real Time Kinematic (RTK) or post-processing can be used to achieve accu-racy to millimeters at the cost of time or deployment of a local reference receiver. A much lower-cost solution is based on Precise Point Positioning (PPP), a method that performs precise position determination to within a meter using a single receiver.

u-blox’ PPP technology is made possible by stabilizing measurements of the distance between GNSS satellites and the receiver (pseudo-ranges) using carrier phase tracking. Additional accuracy is achieved from iono-spheric correctional data received from satellite-based augmentation systems, such as WAAS (USA), EGNOS (Europe), MSAS (Japan) and upcoming GAGAN (India).

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Unlike other PPP solutions that require a dual-frequency receiver, u-blox’ PPP solution uses a single-frequency GPS receiver resulting in lower costs and power con-sumption.

u-blox has implemented PPP in its NEO-7P GNSS module, which also supports RTCM D-GPS in standard point-positioning mode for survey use. This stand-alone high-precision implementation requires no reference receiver deployment, is delivered as a compact (12.2 x 16.0 x 2.4 mm LCC) product, and integrates easily with u-blox wireless modules to support high-accuracy telematics applications.

The NEO-7P can be evaluated with the EVK-7P kit with Precise Point Positioning.

NEO-7PGNSS module with PPP

Precision Timing and Reference Frequency

In addition to positioning and navigation applications, GNSS signals are widely used as low-cost precision time or frequency references used by remote or distributed wireless communication, industrial, financial, and pow-er-distribution equipment.

By capitalizing on atomic clocks onboard positioning satellites, GNSS signals can be used to synchronize equipment to within 15 ns, as well as provide UTC time to an accuracy within 90 ns. For wireless communication standards that utilize Time Division Multiplex (TDM) and for CDMA2000 in applications such as femtocell basestations, a precision time reference is mandatory. For these and other systems, GNSS signals are utilized to provide an accurate reference frequency to within 1 part in 100 billion.

u-blox’ range of precision timing chips and modules are able to fulfill this important reference function for a fraction of the cost, power consumption, maintenance, size and weight of other technologies with comparable performance. These stand-alone products provide ac-curate time pulses wherever GNSS signals are available, as well as precise disciplined frequency references with hold-over.

u-blox’ precision timing products benefit from the com-pany’s extensive applications experience and advanced technologies including:

• Fast satellite acquisition by u-blox’ intelligent multi-GNSS signal capture algorithms

• Location-independent clock synchronization, even when only one satellite is in view

• Weak-signal optimization, interference removal and multi-path mitigation enabling deployment in more difficult environments

• Flexible GNSS-synchronised time-pulse and frequency outputs aligned to GNSS time or UTC

• Low cost Frequency/Time modules and reference designs add:

• Disciplined internal or external master reference oscillators with automatic hold-over

• Time-pulse inputs and message-based APIs for inte-gration with host-based sources of synchronization

Accurate reference based on GNSS technologies

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The histogram below shows the distribution of PPS time pulse time offsets for a u-blox LEA-6T receiver (light blue) and u-blox LEA-M8F receiver (dark blue).

Each PPS pulse edge from the LEA-M8F is precise-ly aligned with a disciplined reference frequency controlled by GPS. The result is excellent short- and long-term phase stability and the elimination of quanti-sation errors.The graph illustrates the very low standard deviation and maximal error of u-blox timing receivers.

u-blox products for Precision Timing:• LEA-M8F GNSS frequency reference module with

Precision Timing, automatic hold-over (see page 46)• UBX-G6010-ST-TM GNSS Precision Timing Chip• LEA-6T GPS receiver module with Precision Timing,

raw data and antenna supervision (see page 48)• NEO-6T GPS receiver module with Precision Timing

incompact form factor (see page 48)

Evaluation kit:• EVK-M8F Precision Timing Evaluation Kit for evalua-

tion of LEA-M8F (see page 76)• EVK-6T Precision Timing Evaluation Kit for evaluation

of LEA-6T and NEO-6T (see page 76)

Samples of u-blox precision timing modules and evalua-tion kit can be ordered via u-blox’ Online Shop.

Reference design:• B80-M8F Reference Design for LEA-M8F, contact

u-blox for details.LEA-M8F/-6T NEO-6T UBX-G6010-ST-TM TEC

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Phone: +1 (703) 483 3180 Phone: +1 (949) 754 3020 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Support: [email protected] Support: [email protected]

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