Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 RADIONOVA(R) Product Specification Features * SMD Active GNSS antenna module (GPS/GLONASS/GALILEO/BEIDOU) * SAW filter on board * Ultra-small SMD package; 7.0 x 7.0 x 0.9mm * 1.5 to 3.3V supply * Low power consumption Description A compact Active GNSS antenna module using a high performance LNA with SAW for optimum performance. The M20057-1 operates on a versatile 1.5 - 3.3V supply with low power consumption. Applications * Wearable devices * Portable Devices * Asset Tracking / Personal Safety * Sport Cameras / Equipment * Smart Watches * Navigation devices Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 1 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Part number M20057-1 Bottom Side Top Side Functional Block Diagram Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 2 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Module Specifications Absolute Maximum Ratings Symbol Parameter Min Max Unit V DC Supply Voltage -0.3 3.6 V Maximum RF Input Power N/A 0.0 dBm Storage Temperature -40 +85 C Operating Temperature -40 +85 C CC RF IN T STG T A * Exposure to absolute ratings may adversely affect reliability and may cause permanent damage. Recommended Operating Conditions Symbol Parameter Min Typ Max Unit V DC Supply Voltage 1.5 - 3.3 V Operating Temperature -40 - +85 C CC T OP DC Electrical Characteristics = 2.8V, T Conditions: V CC OP = 25 C Symbol Parameter Typ Unit I Supply Current (On Mode) 2.6 mA CC(AVG) RF Specifications Conditions: V = 2.8V, T = 25C, Freq = 1575.420MHz CC OP Symbol Parameter Typ Gain LNA Insertion Power Gain 18.5 dB NF Noise Figure 1.8 dB ANT RL Antenna Return Loss <-10.3 dB ANT BW Antenna Bandwidth at -10dB Return Loss 62 MHz ANT EFF Antenna Total Efficiency 65 % 33 % LNA ANT EFF_RHCP Antenna RHCP Efficiency Unit Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 3 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Band Rejection Frequency Standard Typ* Unit 698-798 LTE700 53 dB 824-849 Cellular CDMA 54 dB 869-894 GSM850 55 dB 880-915 GSM900 55 dB 1710-1785 GSM1800/DCS 40 dB 1850-1910 GSM1900/PCS 43 dB 1920-1980 WCDMA 38 dB 2400-2492 WLAN, BT and WiMAX 33 dB 2500-2690 LTE2600 33 dB *Does not include antenna rejection. Mechanical Specifications Parameter Module exterior dimensions (L x W x H) Module support and connection Module mass Typ 7.0 (0.1) x 7.0 (0.1) x 0.9 (+0.2 / - 0.0) Unit mm Surface mounted (SMD) - <2 g Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 4 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Pin out Description Table shows the designation and function of each pin on the M20057-1 module. Pin Designator Description 1 2 AT1 Ground connection GND Ground connection 3 GND Ground connection 4 GND Ground connection 5 RFO/VCC 6 AT2 Antenna Tuning 2 7 NC Not Connected RF Signal Output / DC Voltage Input Schematic symbol of module Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 5 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Mechanical All dimensions in mm L W H Length Width Height 7.0 0.1 7.0 0.1 0.9 +0.2 / - 0.0 BOTTOM SIDE All dimensions in mm Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 6 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Module Host PCB Footprint All dimensions in mm Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 7 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Application Schematic Bill of Materials Designator Value M20057-1 NA D1 ESD Diode L1 47nH Inductor C1 22pF Capacitor L2 TBD R1 Resistor Description/Comments Quantity Active GNSS Module 1 TVS 20kV ESD protection, CT<0.2pF (Non-specific) 1 RF choke 1 DC blocking Capacitor 1 Antenna tuning (Value dependent on host PCB) 1 For additional antenna tuning 1 Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 8 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Front-end Rejection The figure below shows the rejection for the input SAW filter after the LNA, including the effect of pads, tracks. The plot can be useful to calculate the isolation required from adjacent transmitters in order to avoid the saturation of the LNA. Frequency Response - Wideband Frequency - Narrowband Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 9 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 RF Performance Return Loss VSWR Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 10 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Antenna Pattern 1559 MHz - 1609MHz 3D pattern at 1575 MHz Drag to rotate pattern and PCB by using Adobe Reader Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 11 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Module Integration Guide Placement Due to the internal antenna, care must be taken when defining the placement of the module on the host PCB. Here are some guidelines that should be used when deciding the position of the module. * The module top edge must be placed almost level with the edge of the host PCB * The edge of the host PCB that the module is to be placed at must be a minimum of 40mm in length. * The central placement of the module is advised. However, an offset placement is also possible. * For an offset closer to the PCB edge to the right side of the module, a minimum of 10mm distance is required to the edge of the host PCB. * The antenna uses the host PCB ground to effectively radiate. As such, a GND plane must be placed on the host PCB on at least two layers. * In the example below, the only area void of GND is the antenna keep-out area. The solder mask is removed to make the copper visible. Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 12 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 * An ideal stack-up for a host PCB would be to use the top and bottom layers as GND planes, while using the internal layers for any signal and power planes. This not only helps the GPS antenna to perform effectively, but also helps to reduce any potential noise issues that can be associated with mixed signal PCB's. * An example below shows a 4-layer host PCB, GND flooding all available space not used by signals or components. Please contact Antenova for advice on placement. Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 13 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Antenna Clearance Area The M20057-1 modules internal antenna requires a small clearance on the host PCB to operate. The clearance means that no Ground or tracks of any kind can be within this area. This must also be clear through the entire PCB stack up. The minimum area needed clear is 7.0 X 5.0 (mm). Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 14 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 External Matching The M20057-1 module uses matching circuit components on the host PCB to fine-tune the on-board antenna to each specific application. This "external matching" allows compensating for the detuning of the antenna caused by various components that can be close to the M20057-1 module in the actual application (plastic case, battery, speakers etc). The external matching must be placed on the host PCB from pads AT1(Pad 1) and AT2 (Pad 6). A single component from each pin to GND is all that is required. This should be placed close to the modules pads. In the example above AT1 only required a 0R resistor and AT2 uses a small value inductor to tune the antenna. Both components should be designed in as both may be required for the intended device. Type of Matching Components * Capacitors: Use 0402, COG components * Inductors: High-Q, wire wound inductors in 0402 sizes are recommended for maximum performance, e.g. Murata LQW15 series * Good quality multi-layer type inductors (e.g. Murata LQG15 series) can also be used as a lower cost alternative Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 15 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Evaluation Kit The EVK is a single PCB that contains the module and required components to operate. The supply is driven from either a USB supply or on-board battery. M20047/57-EVB-1 Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 16 RADIONOVA(R) RF Active Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Reflow Soldering Placement Typical placement systems used for any LGA package are acceptable. Soldering Paste Use of "No Clean" soldering paste is strongly recommended, as it does not require cleaning after the soldering process has taken place. An example of suitable soldering paste is Alpha OM350. Soldering The recommended soldering profile for M20057-1 is shown below. However, it is the responsibility of the Contract Manufacturer to determine the exact reflow profile used, taking into consideration the parameters of the host PCB, solder paste used, etc. Profile Feature Pb-Free Solder Temperature (Ts ) Min 130C Temperature (Ts ) Max 220C Time (ts ) <150s Liquidus Temperature - (Tl ) 220C Time (tl ) 45-90s Pre-Heat Reflow Peak Package Body Temperature (Tp) 245C Time within 5C of peak temp (tp) 30s Average Ramp up rate - Ts(max) to (Tp) 3C/s Ramp Down Rate 6C/s max Example Reflow profile The Pb Free Process-Package Peak Reflow Temperature is 260C. Exceeding the maximum soldering temperature could permanently damage the module. Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 17 GPS RADIONOVA(R) Active RF Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Multiple Soldering The M20057-1 module can be submitted up to 2 reflow soldering processes. Upside-down soldering is acceptable, but it is recommended that the Contract Manufacturer qualify the process before mass production. The second reflow must take place within the recommended floor life limit (MSL3). Please contact Antenova for further information. Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 18 GPS RADIONOVA(R) Active RF Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Quality and Environmental Specifications Test Standard Parameters PCB Inspection IPC-6012B, Class 2. Qualification and Performance Specification for Rigid Printed Boards - Jan 2007 Assembly Inspection IPC-A-610-D, Class 2 "Acceptability of electronic assemblies" Temperature Range ETSI EN 300 019-2-7 specification T 7.3 -30 C, +25 C, +85 C, operating Damp Heat ETSI EN 300 019-2-7 specification T 7.3 +70 C, 80% RH, 96 hrs, nonoperating Thermal Shock ETSI EN 300 019-2-7 specification T 7.3 E -40 C ... +85 C, 200 cycles Vibration ISO16750-3 Random vibration, 10~1000Hz, 27.8m/s2, 8hrs/axis, X, Y, Z 8hrs for each 3 axis non-operating Shock ISO16750-3 Half-sinusoidal 50g, 6ms, 10time/face, X, Y and Z non-operating Free Fall ISO16750-3 1m height, 2 drops on opposite side ESD Sensitivity JEDEC, JESD22-A114 ESD Sensitivity Testing Human Body Model (HBM). Class 2 +2000V - Human hand assembly JEDEC, JESD22-A115 ESD Sensitivity Testing Machine Model (MM), Class B +200V - Machine automatic final assembly Shear IEC 60068-2-21, Test Ue3: Shear Force of 5N applied to the side of the PCB Moisture/Reflow Sensitivity IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D.1 MSL3 Storage (Dry Pack) IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033C MSL3 Solderability EN/IEC 60068-2-58 Test Td More than 90% of the electrode should be covered by solder. Solder temperature 245 C 5 C Moisture Sensitivity Antenova ships all devices dry packed in tape on reel with desiccant and moisture level indicator sealed in an airtight package. If on receiving the goods the moisture indicator is pink in colour or a puncture of the airtight seal packaging is observed, then follow J-STD-033 "Handling and Use of Moisture/Reflow Sensitive Surface Mount Devices". Storage (Out of Bag) The M20057-1 modules meet MSL Level 3 of the JEDEC specification J-STD-020D - 168 hours Floor Life (out of bag) 30 C/60% RH. If the stated floor life expires prior to reflow process, then follow J-STD-033 "Handling and Use of Moisture/Reflow Sensitive Surface Mount Devices". Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 19 GPS RADIONOVA(R) Active RF Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Hazardous material regulation conformance The RF antenna module meets RoHS requirements. Packaging Tape Characteristics W F E P0 P P2 24.00 0.3 11.50 0.1 1.75 0.1 4.00 0.1 12 0.1 2.00 0.1 D B0 T K0 A0 1.55 0.1 7.30 0.1 0.30 0.05 3.30 0.1 7.30 0.1 Dimensions in mm Quantity Leading Space Trailing Space 1000 pcs / reel 50 blank module holders 50 blank module holders Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 20 GPS RADIONOVA(R) Active RF Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Reel Dimensions Width Reel Diameter Hub Diameter Shaft Diameter (W) (D) (H) (C) 24.4mm +0.2/-0.2 330.0mm +0.0/-2.0 100.0mm +3.0/-3.0 13.3mm +0.3/-0.3 Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 21 GPS RADIONOVA(R) Active RF Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Box Dimensions Width (W) Breadth (B) Thickness (H) 358mm 350mm 73mm Bag Properties Reels are supplied in protective plastic packaging. Reel Label Information Antenova Limited Description: Antenna Module Part number: M20057-1 Quantity: 1,000 PCS Date Code: YYWW Package code sales@antenova.com / www.antenova.com RADIONOVA(R) Antennas for wireless applications Product Specification RADIONOVA M20057-1-PS-1.0 page 22 GPS RADIONOVA(R) Active RF Antenna Module Part No. M20057-1 Quality statements Antenova's products conform to REACH and RoHS legislation. For our statements regarding these and other quality standards, please see www.antenova.com. Antenna design, integration and test resources Product designers - the details contained in this datasheet will help you to complete your embedded antenna design. Please follow our technical advice carefully to obtain optimum antenna performance. It is our goal that every customer will create a high performing wireless product using Antenova's antennas. You will find a wealth of design resources, calculators and case studies to aid your design at our website. 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