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PAN1770 – Bluetooth 5.1 Low Energy (LE) module

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The PAN1770 is a Bluetooth 5.1 Low Energy (LE) module based on the Nordic nRF52840 single-chip controller that allows you to attach an external antenna via uFL. The Bluetooth 5.1 features additionally a higher symbol rate of 2 Mbps using the high-speed LE 2M PHY or a significantly longer range using the LE coded PHY at 500 kb/s or 125 kb/s. The new channel selection algorithm (CSA#2) improves the performance in high interference environments. Furthermore, the new LE advertising extensions allow for much larger amounts of data to be broadcasted in connectionless scenarios.
An output power of up to 8 dBm and the high sensitivity of the nRF52840 in combination with the LE-coded PHY make the module very attractive in applications, where a long range is required. In addition, the ultra-low current consumption of the PAN1770 makes the module an ideal choice for battery-powered devices. With the Cortex ® M4F processor, 256 kB RAM and the build-in 1 MB flash memory the PAN1770 can easily be used in standalone mode, thereby eliminating the need for an external processor, saving complexity, space, and cost. The rich set of security features from the ARM TrustZone CryptoCell 310 security subsystem provide the necessary means for secure device operation in the IoT space. The PAN1770 also supports Type 2 Near Field Communication (NFC-A) for use in simplified pairing and payment solutions (external antenna required).

Features

  • Bluetooth 5.1 (Long Range, 2Mbps PHY)
  • ARM® Cortex®-M4F (64MHZ) with 1 MB flash memory and 256 kB internal RAM
  • Includes ARM® TrustZone® Cryptocell 310 and supports secure boot including Root-of-Trust
  • New channel selection algorithm (CSA#2) improves the performance in high interference environments
  • Up to 48× General Purpose I/Os (GPIO), which are shared by up to 4× SPI, 2× I²C, 2× UART, 4× PWM, 8× ADC, NFC-A, 32 kHz IN/OUT, nRESET
  • USB 2.0 full-speed device interface
  • REACH and RoHS Compliant
  • Over-the-air update of application software
  • Surface Mount Type (SMT) 15.6 mm x 8.7 mm x 2.05 mm
  • Typical max. output power 8 dBm, configurable from -20 dBm in 4dB steps
  • Sensitivity -95 dBm @ 1 Mb/s and -103 dBm @ 125 kb/s
  • Current consumption of 4.8 mA in TX (@ 0 dBm) and 4.8 mA in RX mode
  • On-module DC-DC and LDO regulators with automated low current modes
  • Voltage range: 1.7 V to 5.5 V
  • Typical current consumption: 0.4 μA in System OFF mode, 1.5 μA with RTC wake up
  • Temperature range: -40 °C to 85 °C
  • Certified Antenna list

more information: https://industry.panasonic.eu/products/devices/wireless-connectivity/bluetooth-low-energy-modules/pan1770-nrf52840

ZOTAC Announces a Powerful Portable PC with Extremely Small Form-Factor – ZBOX PI336 pico

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ZBOX PI336 pico Kit

The Global Manufacturer of Innovation, ZOTAC Technology recently announced a range of products including the ZBOX PI336 pico, the smallest full-fledged PC, a wearable PC, the new thinnest professional workstation, and a series of powerful graphic cards.

The new ZBOX PI336 launched by ZOTAC Technology enables users to uncover endless possibilities on the go with the power of an Intel Celeron N6211 dual-core processor with 4K capabilities and the all-new Windows 11.  It is one of the smallest full-fledged PCs available on the market. It allows the users to exploit the features of a full-scale PC in a compact enclosure having a form factor of 115 x 76 x 20.7 mm.

Intel Celeron running at the heart of ZOTAC ZBox

The ZBOX PI336 supports a simultaneous 4K (Ultra HD) dual display with HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.4. The Mini PC has onboard 4GB memory and 128GB onboard storage. Moreover, it allows the users to expand their storage through its microSDXC slot.

The ZBOX PI336 provides three USB 3.1 ports (including a type-c port) and a 3.5mm audio jack. Further, the ZBOX mini PC enhances connectivity through its WiFi 6E (6GHz spectrum support) and Bluetooth 5.2. Moreover, it offers a Gigabit Ethernet port that allows it to connect up to speeds of 1000 Mbps.

The ZBOX PI336 comes with multi-tip power adapters enabling users across the globe to exploit the capabilities of this powerful mini PC. Moreover, the PI336 pico features a passive cooling design with no active cooling components, making it more durable and pocket friendly.

Specifications of the ZBOX PI336 pico

  • Intel Celeron N6211 dual-core processor
  • Onboard 4GB LPDDR4x memory
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
  • 60Hz Dual display  – HDMI 2.0 & DisplayPort 1.4
  • 128GB eMMC onboard storage
  • Micro SDHC/SDXC card reader
  • 3.5mm I/O audio jack
  • 3 x USB 3.1 ports (including a type-C port)
  • 10/100/1000 Ethernet port
  • Intel WiFi 6E
  • Bluetooth 5.2
  • Pre-installed Windows 11 OS

“Uncovering Endless Possibilities” with the World’s Smallest Full-Fledged PC

The new ZBOX PI336 pico by ZOTAC Technologies features the capabilities of a full-fledged desktop in an astonishingly small size. With its amazing features, the ZBOX PI336 pico is an “Ideal media hub, security device and digital signage solution at any home, office or workspace”, as stated by ZOTAC on the product page.

Adafruit’s Bluefruit EZ-Link Launches Back to the Market in a New Form

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Original Bluefruit EZ-Link Module

After discontinuing the production of the Bluefruit EZ-Link many years ago, Adafruit is trying to bring back the Bluefruit EZ-Link with some exciting modifications to the board, giving it a new form.

The EZ-Link was the most advanced product added to the Adafruit Bluefruit line of products a few years back. The Bluefruit EZ-Link was a regular SPP serial link client device that could pair with any Bluetooth-enabled device (Except iOS). The feature that made it outstand other Bluetooth modules was its ability to dynamically detect and change the serial baud rate automatically. Moreover, the DTR/RTS/DSR flow control pins could automatically sync to the computer serial port.

This ability of the Bluefruit EZ- Link to toggle the DTR pins as desired enabled it to wirelessly program simple microcontrollers (like Arduino) remotely (within the transmission range of Bluetooth protocols). Adafruit claimed it to be a “Wireless FTDI-like cable”.

Bringing back the Bluefruit EZ-Link from dead with enhanced features

Unfortunately, due to some technical and unspoken issues, Adafruit discontinued the production of the Bluefruit line of series. However, recently Adafruit stated about “Bringing it back from the dead” with an Espressif ESP32 pico module. Adafruit claims the new version would have a much smaller form factor than the original one while maintaining the same configuration of pinouts. The board will provide classic Bluetooth support with an improved SDK version. Moreover, the new form of EZ-Link would have an external antenna, further enhancing the range of communication.

Layout of the new Adafruit's Bluefruit EZ-Link

The new EZ-Link will use the hardware UART on the ESP32 for Rx and Tx. The onboard LED is an RGB NeoPixel for displaying the connection status. Further, the pair-button uses the GPIO-0, allowing it to enter the programming mode.

With the plan to restart the production of the Bluefruit EZ-Link with new features, Adafruit has just stated about some of the new features in a recent blog. However, no information has been provided yet regarding the Launch date and pricing. Adafruit has quoted “We’ll see if this works!” at the end of the blog.

Beetle RP2040 Mini Development Board from dfrobot.com

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Designed by Raspberry Pi, RP2040 features a dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ processor with up to 133MHz clock and 264KB internal RAM, and supports USB 1.1 devices, which allows users to focus on function implementation instead of spending too much time and effort on improving codes.

DFRobot Beetle RP2040 is a development board built around the RP2040 chip. It has a compact size of 27mm×20mm, which is easy to be embedded into small devices or projects.

Features

  • RP2040 microcontroller chip designed by Raspberry Pi
  • 2M FLASH storage
  • Small size of 27mm x 20mm
  • Immersion gold pad for easy soldering
  • Support C++, MicroPython, and Arduino C programming
  • 8 GPIO pins, I2C × 1, UART × 2, SPI × 1, digital port × 8, analog port × 2
  • Onboard BLINK_LED light
  • USB TYPE-C interface
  • Work well with USB 1.1 device

The board adopts a beginner-friendly large pad design, effectively reducing the difficulty of soldering. And it provides 8 carefully-selected GPIO ports that can serve as I2C, UART, SPI, digital port, analog port, etc., more convenient and flexible for users to develop various applications.

Specification

  • MCU: Raspberry Pi RP2040
  • Main Frequency: 133MHz
  • RAM: 264K
  • FLASH: 2M
  • Power Supply: DC 3.3V~5V
  • System Level: 3.3V
  • USB Interface: TYPE-C
  • GPIO: ×8
  • I2C: ×2
  • UART: ×2
  • SPI: ×1
  • Digital Port: ×8
  • Analog Port: ×2
  • Reset Button: ×1
  • BOOT Button: ×1
  • LED: ×1
  • USB Device: USB 1.1
  • Programming Method: C++, MicroPython, Arduino C, Mind+ graphical programming
  • Soldering Pad Size: 4×3.5mm
  • Pad Pitch: 2.54mm
  • PCB Material: FR-4
  • PCB Copper Clad Process: immersion gold
  • Solder Material: environment-friendly and lead-free
  • Dimension(without package): 27×20×4.91mm (at the highest point)/1.06×0.79×0.19″

Documents

more information: https://www.dfrobot.com/product-2615.html

DOOGEE V30 Series Positioned To Lead the High-end Rugged Smartphone Market with Dimensity 900 Chipset

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DOOGEE V series rugged phones are flagship models that carry the most recent technologies of the time. The DOOGEE takes a lot of pride in its V series and designs them to stand out. For example, earlier this year, the DOOGEE V20 5G with an innovative rear display was released to much acclaim and quickly became the most loved and sold the rugged phone.

DOOGEE is preparing the next device in the V series line-up dubbed DOOGEE V30 series. This series includes the V30, V30 Pro, V Max, and V Max Pro models with different price points and slightly different features.

All the models in this series will adopt MediaTek 6nm chipsets with the higher-end V30 Pro and V Max Pro going with Dimensity 900 chipset. V30 series smartphones will be the first and the only rugged phone to sport these processors when they hit the market.

The new MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset brings extra advantages including Bluetooth 5.2, 4k video recording, encoding capabilities at 30fps, better LPDDR5 RAM, faster UFS 3.1 storage, 120Hz refresh rate, and Wi-Fi 6.

The V30 series also stand out design-wise. The back is covered by a deerskin and a ceramic strip lines the edges. These aren’t typical materials you would expect from phones designed to withstand drops, dunks in water, and withstand extreme weather. But they do add a certain aesthetic value and feel great in the palm. The materials are also lighter, more durable, and improve signal transmission.

This is exclusive, and we are hoping you will be interested in publishing the story first. Attached are some rendered pictures of the V30 series. There is also a screenshot of the side-by-side comparison of the MediaTek Dimensity 900 and Dimensity 700 to see the improvements the V30 series come with.

AAEON’s de next-TGU8 Breaks Through Board Space Limitations in Single Board Computing

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In a major breakthrough in single board computing, AAEON introduces the de next-TGU8, the smallest board featuring an on-board Intel® Core™ i-level processor ever created, measuring just 3.31” x 2.17” (84mm x 55mm).

Offering up to 4 cores, with 8 threads, the 11th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3/Celeron® Processor (formerly Tiger Lake-UP3) provides the de next-TGU8 with the kind of high-performance power never-before-seen in a board so small.

This power ensures users can utilize the potential of the de next-TGU8’s 16GB onboard LPDDR4x memory and expandability. It has an M.2 2280 M-Key (PCIe [x2]) to enable AI acceleration, Wi-Fi, and 4G modules. The de next-TGU8 also provides an FPC slot for PCIe [x4] Gen 3 with a Riser kit, for additional storage or more advanced graphics options to go along with its Intel® UHD Graphics.

Despite being such a small board, the de next-TGU8 is equipped with a sophisticated interface featuring dual RJ45 ethernet ports, two USB 3.2 Gen2, and four USB 2.0 slots, along with a dual display interface via HDMI and eDP ports.

Because of these features, AAEON believes the de next-TGU8 to be the product to usher in the next generation of edge AI applications in drone and robotics technology.

For more information about the new de next-TGU8, visit its product page or contact an AAEON sales representative.

SolderGO the smart ergonomic soldering iron launches campaign on kickstarter

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SolderGO launches comfortable ergonomic smart soldering iron to raise funding for the first production run exclusively on the platform Kickstarter known to bring projects to life.

The SolderGO iron features an easy-to-use, intuitive user interface and OLED display, compact ergonomic size with a full-size tip which is portable and can minimize workbench footprint. The SolderGO provides 72W of power for rapid heat-up time, temperature stability, and thermal recovery with a user-adjustable soldering temperature range up to 450 ⁰C.

The iron is DC powered for portability and can be connected to a mains power supply or various batteries which the iron can detect and protect. Sleep and wake up modes are employed to increase tip life and efficiency. The screen can be flipped for left or right handed use. A large variety of interchangeable tips can handle a range of soldering tasks from standard size to micro components.

The SolderGO iron has been developed with ergonomics and usability in mind, the iron case shape is designed for a comfortable grip between index finger, thumb and middle finger with support in the perlicue area which could alleviate muscle fatigue for long periods of use compared to traditional irons. (Patent Pending)

The company which has been running for 7 years designing and manufacturing drone parts under the brand name MenaceRC has already invested into the SolderGO soldering iron design, production mould tooling, production line setup to limit the risks to Kickstarter backers and to provide the soldering iron on time.

Greg Spencer, Director at Darmill Limited said:

“I am proud to bring the SolderGO iron to the world, it has been developed to be the most comfortable iron in hand and packed with features all at the right price point for hobbyists and professionals”

more information: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/422909497/soldergo-the-smart-ergonomic-soldering-iron

Barometric absolute pressure sensor BMP581 from Bosch at Rutronik

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The BMP581 absolute barometer sensor from Bosch enables design flexibility and energy-efficient applications.

Bosch expands its pressure sensor product portfolio with the BMP581. The small, low-power, low-noise 24-bit sensor measures pressure absolutely as well as barometrically and is suitable for a variety of altitude tracking applications. Especially the small form factor of 2 mm x 2 mm x 0.75 mm provides a high degree of design flexibility for the development of GPS modules, drones, wearables, hearables, and IoT and industrial products. Likewise, the product is compatible with other Bosch Sensortec sensors, including the BMI270. In comparison to previous models, the sensor boasts improved performance, stability, and robustness. The Bosch BMP581 is available.

Bosch’s digital sensor covers a wide measurement range from 300 hPa to 1250 hPa. The BMP581 is suitable for high-performance applications such as fitness measurements with ±6 Pa, which corresponds to a height difference of ±50 cm, as well as an offset temperature coefficient (TCO) of 0.5 Pa / K.

Similarly, the component matches localization applications, such as in products for detecting the level of the ground during emergency calls (E-911), and also detects water levels and falls. The BMP581 features MEMS as well as SPI and I3C interfaces.

The average power consumption of the sensor is 1.3 μA @ 1 Hz pressure and temperature and 0.5 μA in low stand-by mode. Its absolute accuracy is ±30 Pa and the operating voltage is between 1.65 V and 3.6 V. In addition, the sensor impresses with a wide temperature range from -40 °C to 85 °C.

www.rutronik24.com

ADG1634L 4.7Ω RON, Quad SPDT Switch is 1.2V and 1.8V logic compliance

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Analog Devices’ ADG1634L 4.7 Ω RON, quad SPDT switch has 1.2 V and 1.8 V JEDEC logic compliance

ADI’s ADG1634L is a monolithic industrial CMOS (iCMOS®) analog switch comprising four independently selectable single-pole, double-throw (SPDT) switches. Each switch has an input signal range that extends to the supplies and each switch conducts equally well in both directions when on. In the off condition, signal levels to the supplies are blocked.

All channels display break-before-make switching action, preventing brief shorting when switching channels. An EN input on the ADG1634L enables or disables the device. The switch is enabled with a Logic 1 EN input; the INx input defines the state of the SPDT switch (see Table 12 in the datasheet). When the EN input is disabled, all channels are switched off.

Where low distortion is critical for data acquisition and gain switching applications, the ultralow on resistance and on-resistance flatness of the switch is ideal. The device is well suited for portable and battery-powered instruments due to its iCMOS construction ensuring ultralow power dissipation.

An external VL supply provides flexibility for lower logic control. The ADG1634L is both 1.2 V and 1.8 V JEDEC standard compliant.

The EVAL-ADG1634LEBZ is the evaluation board for the ADG1634L.

Features

  • 4.7 Ω typical on resistance for ±5 V dual supply at +25°C
  • 1.2 Ω on-resistance flatness for ±5 V dual supply at +25°C
  • 8.2 Ω maximum on resistance over temperature
  • Fully specified at ±5 V, +12 V, +5 V, and +3.3 V
    • ±3.3 V to ±8 V dual-supply operation
    • 3.3 V to 16 V single-supply operation
  • VL supply for low logic level compatibility
    • 1.8 V JEDEC standard compliant
    • 1.2 V JEDEC standard compliant
  • Rail-to-rail operation
  • 24-lead, 4 mm × 4 mm LFCSP

more information: https://www.analog.com/media/en/technical-documentation/data-sheets/adg1634l.pdf

ROCK 4 SE Single Board Computer 4GB LPDDR4 RAM Rockchip RK3399-T ARM Cortex-A72

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ROCK 4 SE is a reliable and high-performing single-board computer that offers class-leading performance and superior hardware as standard. This special edition board is based on a powerful Rockchip RK3399-T hexa-core processor, big.LITTLE™ Arm® Dual Cortex-A72® CPU, Arm Mali™ – T860MP4 GPU and 4GB 64bit LPDDR4 RAM. With onboard RTC, WiFi, Bluetooth, antenna, audio jack, 4K HDMI port, and many more, ROCK 4 SE provides an incredible performance solid as a ROCK!

Highlights

  • ROCK 4 SE – a robust, versatile special edition single-board computer
  • Based on a high-performing Hexa-core Rockchip RK3399-T processor
  • big.LITTLE™ Arm® Dual Cortex-A72® CPU, Quad-core Cortex-A53 and Arm Mali™ – T860MP4 GPU
  • Available in a 4GB 64bit LPDDR4 RAM option
  • Expandable with eMMC module or SSD through m.2 connector
  • Onboard RTC, WiFi, Bluetooth, Antenna, Audio jack (headphone and headset), 4K HDMI port
  • Developed by OKdo Technology in collaboration with Radxa

What Are the Key Benefits of the ROCK 4 SE? 

Powerful Rockchip processor  

A low-power high-performing Rockchip RK3399-T processor is embedded into the heart of the ROCK 4 SE board. Equipped with an Arm® big.LITTLE™ technology Dual Cortex®[email protected], Quad

CPU, Arm Mali™ – T860MP4 GPU and 4GB 64bit LPDDR4 RAM, be sure that your board will provide a high-performance solid as a ROCK!

Extensive storage capacity 

ROCK 4 SE offers you an immense advantage over other competitors’ boards, benefiting from extensive storage capability. It features a Micro SD card, an eMMC and an M.2 (M key), ensuring the board with a tremendous amount of additional storage capacity.

RTC (real-time clock)  

The onboard real-time clock allows you to accurately register the time even when the ROCK 4 SE is powered off. The board features an onboard connector for an RTC battery.

Multiple connectivity capabilities 

The board offers you multiple connectivity capabilities, including Bluetooth 5.0, WiFi, Gigabit Ethernet, USB and HDMI ports, and a built-in antenna, allowing you to widely incorporate ROCK 4 SE into your applications.

Highly compatible with SBC accessories 

ROCK 4 SE features an onboard 40P GPIO extension header, offering extensive compatibility with a wide range of SBC accessories.

Advanced multimedia functions 

The ROCK 4 SE is fitted with an Arm Mali™ – T860MP4 quad-core graphics processing unit (GPU), ideal for advanced multimedia applications, including games. The board incorporates camera and display interfaces, an HDMI port supporting displays up to 4Kp60 resolution, a high-quality audio output via a 3.5mm onboard audio jack that supports microphone input as default, and much more.

Why is ROCK 4 SE the perfect alternative to other popular SBCs?

  • Better performance – 4GB 64bit RAM, more processing cores and a broader memory interface,
  • Extensive storage capacity,
  • Similar form factor,
  • 40 pin GPIO extension header.

more information: https://www.okdo.com/p/rock-4-se-single-board-computer-4gb-lpddr4-ram-rockchip-rk3399-t-arm-cortex-a72

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