GPS RADIONOVA RF Antenna Module

Part No. M10295

Product Specification

Applications
Personal Navigation Devices (PNDs) Portable Media Players (PMPs) Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) Feature phones / Smart phones Ultra Mobile Devices (UMDs) Asset Tracking / Personal Safety

Features
Low cost single package GPS RF antenna module MStar single-chip MSB2122 Poseidon IC Low 5mm height for thin devices Low current consumption Easy to use drop-in solution External antenna support Resistant to de-tuning

RF Antenna Module Block Diagram

Product Description
GPS RADIONOVA M10295 is a flash based highly integrated GPS RF Antenna Module suitable for L1-band GPS and A-GPS systems. The device is based on the high performance MStar Poseidon IC combined with Antenovas high efficiency antenna technology designed to provide an optimal radiation pattern for GPS reception. All front-end components are contained in a single package laminate base module providing a complete GPS receiver for optimum performance. M10295 operates on a single 3.6V positive bias supply with low power consumption and available low power modes for further power savings. M10295 supports stand alone autonomous and assisted operation through MStars proprietary longterm ephemeris data network. The M10295 also incorporates an antenna switch with built-in current sensing for optional active antenna connection.

Package Style
28 x 13mm RF Antenna Module Top View - Antenna Side

Component Side View (w/shielding can)

Typical Mount (side view)

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Product Specification 09MD-0018-4-PS

GPS RADIONOVA RF Antenna Module

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Absolute Maximum Ratings

Symbol VIN RFin ESD TSTG VVDD30 VANT VRTC_IN Parameter Main Supply Voltage RF Input Power Electrostatic Discharge Immunity (HBM) Storage Temperature Output current at VIO_OUT pin External Antenna Voltage Supply RTC LDO Voltage Supply -0.2 -2 -40 Min -0.2 Max 5.5 -10 +2 +85 50 6 5.0 Unit V dBm kV C mA V V

* Exposure to absolute ratings may adversely affect reliability and may cause permanent damage.

Recommended Operating Conditions

Symbol Ta VIN VRTC_IN VANT Parameter Ambient Temperature Main Supply Voltage RTC LDO Voltage Supply External Antenna Voltage Supply Min -30 3.2 2.2 3.2 Typ 25 3.6 3.6 3.6 Max +85 5.0 5.0 4.2 Unit C V V V

DC Electrical Characteristics
Conditions: Vin = 3.6V, Ta = 25 C (No external antenna) Symbol IccTRK Icc(HIBERNATE) Parameter Track Mode Sleep (Hibernate) Mode Typ 40 40 Unit mA A

External Antenna
Symbol Parameter Insertion loss from modules connector to external antenna switch Insertion loss of external antenna switch I_ext V_ext External antenna bias current External antenna bias voltage*** 2* VANT-0.67 Min Typ 0.7 Max Unit dB

0.35 30** VANT-0.044

dB mA V

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Product Specification 09MD-0018-4-PS

GPS RADIONOVA RF Antenna Module

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External antenna LNA gain (including cable loss) LAnt_Det VAnt_Det Load at Ant_Det pin Output voltage at Ant_Det pin, external antenna detected Output voltage at Ant_Det pin, no external antenna detected

18 50kW (VANT-0.35) *0.72 (VANT-0.12) *0.72

30

dB

V 0.25 V

Below this threshold the sensor might not detect the external antenna.

** The external antenna bias circuit is not protected from short circuits: a continuous short circuit on the Ext_Ant pin could permanently damage the external antenna sensor or the whole module. *** Depends on external antenna current draw.

RF Specifications
Conditions: VIN = 3.6V, Ta = 25 C Symbol GLNA NFLNA IP3 ANTRL ANTEFF ANTEFF RHCP ANTBW Parameter LNA Gain LNA Noise Figure IP3 at external antenna port Antenna Return Loss Antenna Total Efficiency Antenna RHCP Efficiency Antenna Bandwidth at -10dB Typ 18 1.1 -27 -15 70 45 30 Unit dB dB dBm dB % % MHz

Band Rejection
Frequency 824-849 869-894 880-915 1710-1785 1850-1910 1920-1980 2400-2492
*

Standard Cellular CDMA GSM850 GSM900 DCS PCS WCDMA WLAN, BT and WiMAX

Typ 43 43 44 44 46 51 60

Unit dB dB dB dB dB dB dB

Does not include antenna rejection.

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GPS RADIONOVA RF Antenna Module

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System Performance
Communication Data Output Protocol Host Interface Baud Rate1 GPS Engine Chip Channels Position Accuracy Autonomous Maximum Position Update Rate Velocity Accuracy Max Velocity / Altitude 1PPS Timing Output Sensitivity Acquisition Tracking TTFF Hot Start Warm Start Cold Start
1 2 1

Specification NMEA 0183 Ver 3 - MStar Binary UART - CMOS 2.9V 9600 bps MStar Poseidon MSB2122 48 Acquisition and 12 Tracking channels 2m CEP2 1 Hz 0.1m/s 515 m/s, 18000m <20ns resolution -142dBm -161dBm <1.5s <32s <35s

Standard output protocol and baud rate - please contact Antenova for specific requirements. Circular Error Probability

UART Interface
Symbol VDD30 VIH VIL IIH IIL VOH VOL Parameter IO Regulator Output Voltage Logic High Input Voltage Logic Low Input Voltage Logic High Input Current Logic Low Iinput Current Input Capacitance Logic High Output Voltage Logic Low Output Voltage VDD30-0.1 5 2.5 0.8 1.0 1.0 Min Typ 2.9 +/- 5% Max Unit V V V A A pF V V

CMOS Interface Logic Levels

Note: Voltage level shifter circuit may be needed if different from above table.

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Pin out Description

Pin 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 26, 27, 29, 30 Name I/O Pull Description

GND

Ground connections. Connect directly to solid ground with the shortest possible path.

4 5 6 10 11 12 20 21 22 24 25 28
1

VDD30 1PPS TAID Vant RTC_IN RESET WAKEUP VIN Ant_Det RX1 TX1 Ext_Ant

O O I I I I I I O I O I/O Down High, 47kW High, 47kW

3V output from MSB2122 (VOUT_LDO). Bypass to ground using 22pF. 1PPS timing output. Bypass to ground using 22pF Timing Aiding input for AGPS applications. Bypass to ground using 22pF. Power supply for external antenna. 3.2V Vant 4.2V. If not used, leave unconnected or bypass to ground using 22pF. RTC LDO Voltage supply, 2.2V - 5.0V. Set low to reset. Power savings mode (Suspend) with a direct hardware control. Active low to wakeup and in suspended mode when held high.1 Connect directly to ground. Main Power supply, 3.2V - 5.0V This output is high if the external antenna is detected; bypass to ground using 22pF; minimum output load 50kW. If not used, leave unconnected or bypass to ground using 22pF. UART Receive Input (2.9V). UART Transmit Output (2.9V). External antenna RF connection. Provides bias current. Connect directly to a 50W line. If not used, leave unconnected or bypass to ground using 22pF. Maximum current draw 30mA.

It is not recommended to use this pin for putting the module in a power-saving state. Remove VIN power supply while keeping the RTC_IN power supply. Current consumption is about 40A in this mode.

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Product Specification 09MD-0018-4-PS

GPS RADIONOVA RF Antenna Module

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Recommended Application Schematic

The following schematic shows the recommended connection for the module for stand alone applications. Please contact Antenova for A-GPS applications.

Bill of Material
Ref. Designator L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, L6 C1, C2, C4, C5, C6, C7, C8, C10, C11, C12 C3, C9 J1
Notes: 1. The self-resonant frequency (SRF) of the inductors should be around 1600MHz to effectively choke the noise in the GPS band on the lines. For 0402 multi-layer inductors (e.g. Murata LQG15) 47nH is the typical value. Dont use wire-wound inductor. 2. Notice that the Hirose connector is not polarized: care must be taken in preventing insertion of the module in the wrong direction.

Values 47nH 22pF 2.2uF Connector 30 ways

QTY. 6 10 2 1

Description/Comments Murata LQG15HN47NJ02 or equivalent. Place as close as possible to the connector Hirose DF12 (4.0)-30DP-0.5V (86)

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Product Specification 09MD-0018-4-PS

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Typical Chamber Performance

Note: Radiation pattern measured on Antenovas standard test board.

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GPS RADIONOVA RF Antenna Module

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Typical RF Antenna Module Placement

Note: Module placement locations and orientations are critical for achieving optimal system performance. It is strongly recommended to contact Antenova for design recommendations.

Front View

Back View

Side View

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Mechanical Drawing
Side View with Antenna Side on top and Connector & Component side underneath

Bottom View (Connector & Component Side) Side View

Side View (Mated with Male Connector)

Notes: Units = mm

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Product Specification 09MD-0018-4-PS Release Date 15 June 2009