GPS/GNSS Receiver products IT600 Multi GNSS NEW! UC430 Miniature antenna module NEW! Choose from the widest range of GPS receiver solutions in the world! 11/2011 www.fastraxgps.com FASTRAX PRODUCT MATRIX Product Description TTFF Sensivity acq./navig. Power consumption Dimensions(mm) <33s -146 dBm /-162 dBm 150-230 mW 16.2 x 18.8x 2.3 FASTRAX 600-SERIES FOR MULTI GNSS IT600 Multi-GNSS receiver for GPS and Glonass positioning. Dead reckoning with MEMS sensors. FASTRAX 500-SERIES FOR ULTIMATE SENSITIVITY IT500 Ultra-sensitive, pin-compatible with MP family GPS receivers <33s -148 dBm /-165 dBm 75mW@3.0V 16.2 x 18.8x 2.3 IT520 Ultra small, low-power and highly sensitive GPS module <33s -148 dBm /-165 dBm 75mW@3.0V 10.4 x 14.0 x 2.3 FASTRAX 400-SERIES FOR MINIATURE SIZE AND LOW POWER IT430 Smallest available complete GPS receiver with low power consumption and 1.8V single power supply <35s -147 dBm /-163 dBm (tracking) 56mW@1.8V or 68mW@1.8V 9.6 x 9.6 x 1.85 FASTRAX 300-SERIES FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE IT310 Small and highly sensitive GPS receiver module <32s -146 dBm /-159 dBm 75mW@3.0V 13.1 x 15.9x 2.3 IT300 Highly sensitive, pin-compatible with MP family GPS receivers <32s -146 dBm /-159 dBm 75mW@ 3.0V 16.2 x 18.8x 2.3 -142 dBm /-156 dBm 95mW@2.7V 22 x 23 x 2.9 -148 dBm /-165 dBm 75mW@3.0V 22 x 22 x 8.0 -147 dBm /-163 dBm (tracking) 68mW@1.8V 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 -146 dBm /-159 dBm 84mW@3.0V 19 x 27 x 7.2 FASTRAX 03-SERIES FOR PROGRAMMABILITY AND LOW POWER IT03 Sensitive, low-power, programmable with iSuite SDK, DataLogger 140.000 pts <36s FASTRAX 500-SERIES WITH INTEGRATED ANTENNA UP501 High-sensitivity GPS receiver module with integrated antenna <33s FASTRAX 400-SERIES WITH INTEGRATED ANTENNA UC430 Smallest antenna module <35s FASTRAX 300-SERIES WITH INTEGRATED ANTENNA UP300 2 Sensitive, low-power GPS antenna module. www.fastraxgps.com <32s Protocols Programmable Chipset NMEA, RTCM104 Yes, with SDK ST Microelectronics Teseo II NMEA No NMEA Channels Photo Note 32 Multi-GNSS, PGPS, ST-AGPS, 10 Hz fix rate, sensor support for dead reckoning. MTK3329 66+22 IT MP compatible, 10 Hz fix rate, extended power supply range, predicted 14 days A-GPS No MTK3329 66+22 Up to 10 Hz fix rate, predicted 14 days A-GPS NMEA (default) OSP (binary) No SiRFstar IV GSD4e 48 Client Generated Extended EphemerisTM and SiRFAwareTM for always hot start feature, advanced power saving modes NMEA & SiRF Limited with Sirf SDK SiRFstarIIIGSC3f/LPx 20 Adaptive Trickle-PowerTM. Pushto-FixTM. NMEA & SiRF Limited with Sirf SDK SiRFstarIII GSC3e/LPx 20 Fastrax IT MP compatible Adaptive Trickle-PowerTM Push-to-FixTM. NMEA & iTalk Yes, iSuite SDK uNav (uN8021 RF, uN8130 BB) 12 Programmable with iSuite3. For embedded applications Custom protocols. On-board data logger. NMEA No MTK3329 NMEA (default) OSP (binary) No NMEA & SiRF No 66+22 Up to 10 Hz fix rate, predicted 14 days A-GPS SiRFstar IV GSD4e 48 Integrated chip antenna, option for external antenna with switch SiRFstar III GSC3e/LPx 20 Adaptive Trickle-PowerTM. Pushto-FixTM. Connector for optinonal external antenna. 11/2011 3 Fastrax in a Nutshell With over 12 years of expertise in positioning, Fastrax Ltd. manufactures OEM GNSS receiver modules and provides Software GNSS solutions that are amongst the most advanced anywhere. "Fastrax - smart positioning" reflects who we are, what we stand for and the ambitions we have as a corporation. It defines the dynamics, the accuracy, the reliability, the dedication, the primary focus on our customers; the passion for innovation. Fastrax GNSS modules With the world's widest range of GNSS OEM modules for positioning use, Fastrax meets the most demanding market requirements concerning receiver size, power consumption, performance and programmability. The receivers are ideally suited for modern industrial, automotive and consumer applications. Fastrax Software GNSS - Fastrax' lowest-cost GPS/GNSS solution - is also helping extend location-based services to a wider array of consumer devices. Designed to carry out all GPS/GNSS calculations on a device's main processor using only a small part of the available resources, it offers record-breaking sensitivity, low power consumption, small size as well as outstanding flexibility and support for other GNSS solutions like Glonass, Galileo etc. GNSS: Global Navigation Satellite System. Fastrax IT, iSuiteTM, iSysTM, iTalkTM are trademarks of Fastrax Ltd. ARM(R) and RealView(R) are registered Trademarks of ARM Limited. SiRF, SiRFstar, SiRFAware, Adaptive Trickle-Power, Push-to-Fix, Extended ephemeris, Static filter, Track smoothing are registered trademarks of SiRF Technology, Inc / CSR plc. All other products mentioned are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners. Copyright (c) 2012, Fastrax Ltd. 4 www.fastraxgps.com INDEX Fastrax Product Matrix ................................................................................................2 Fastrax in a Nutshell....................................................................................................4 Fastrax Products and Services - Overview...................................................................6 Fastrax Technology Platforms ......................................................................................7 GPS / GNSS Modules Fastrax IT600 Series * Fastrax IT600............................................................................8 Fastrax 500-Series Fastrax 400-Series Fastrax 300-Series Fastrax 03-Series * Fastrax IT520 and IT500..........................................................10 * Fastrax IT430..........................................................................12 * Fastrax IT310 and IT300..........................................................13 * Fastrax IT03............................................................................14 GPS Modules with Integrated Antennas * Fastrax UC430........................................................................16 * Fastrax UP300........................................................................16 * Fastrax UP501........................................................................17 Antenna Modules comparison...............................................................................18 Fastrax IT MP concept . .........................................................................................19 How to choose * GNSS Receiver module . ........................................................20 * GPS Antenna module..............................................................20 Fastrax Software GNSS..............................................................................................22 Evaluation Tools * Fastrax Mini Evaluation Kit.......................................................24 * Fastrax Application Boards . ...................................................25 Accessories .............................................................................................................26 Order Codes .............................................................................................................27 Technical Specifications for Fastrax receiver and antenna modules.............................30 11/2011 5 Fastrax products and services - overview Best available GNSS chipsets combined with Fastrax extensive hardware, RF design and software knowledge enable Fastrax to manufacture state of the art OEM GNSS receivers for varying needs and requirements at very low cost. The receivers combined with Fastrax strong support and application design knowledge allow customer to integrated GNSS functionality in devices with less effort and cost than ever before. GPS Receiver Module Series ( p.6-14) * Fastrax IT600 * Fastrax IT500 * Fastrax IT400 * Fastrax IT300 * Fastrax IT03 Highly sensitive, very small, low power consuming and cost-efficient GNSS modules. Fastrax solutions include, in addition to world-class OEM GNSS receiver modules, also the best-of-breed tools for product development and application integration, as well as for testing purposes. Fastrax Engineering Services Team GPS Receiver Modules with Antenna ( p.16-17) * Fastrax UP501 * Fastrax UP300 * Fastrax UC430 Fastrax solutions GPS modules with integrated and optimized patch antennas. Fastrax Engineering Services Team offers its outstanding expertise to help integrate Fastrax modules into specific designs and to optimize GNSS performance in any application in order to ensure highest possible quality in the end products and to allow system developers to concentrate on their core tasks and competencies. These services include, but are not limited to: Antenna design service - find the best possible signal reception in your application, even when space is very limited. Solving EMI issues - identify, avoid or minimize the harmful impact of Electro Magnetic Interference. System integration issues - solve any difficulties in integrating GNSS functionality in customer's application. GNSS testing - test the application in early stages of development, in order to ensure best available functionality and quality. GNSS Design Verification -verify design files already prior to ordering proto types in order to save time and development cost. Evaluation Kits (p.24-25) Evaluation tools for all GPS receivers in the lab or on the field. 6 www.fastraxgps.com Overview Technology Platforms Fastrax Technology Platforms Fastrax IT600 series Fastrax IT600-series is the first multi-GNSS receiver in Fastrax portfolio. In addition to GPS, the IT600-series receivers benefit from positioning satellites available in other GNSS constellations like Glonass, QZSS and in the future also Galileo and Compass/Beidou2. This multi-GNSS support gives better satellite availability and significantly better position accuracy than previously. The IT600-series is well suited for automotive industry, supporting different MEMS sensors (dead reckoning) for improved position accuracy when satellite signals are weak or even non-existing. Fastrax IT500 series Fastrax IT500-series is very high performing module with outstanding acquisition sensitivity and navigation sensitivity as well as 10 Hz update rate and low power consumption. In addition to extreme sensitivity the receivers offers excellent navigation results even in very demanding environments. Fastrax IT400 series Fastrax IT400-series modules provide extremely advanced power management and fast startup time combined with excellent performance, IT400-series is a ground-breaking solution for any portable application, especially with innovative smart antenna modules. Fastrax IT300 series The complete Fastrax 300-series has very high performance and low power consumption which is proven to be a successful combination all over the world. The protocols and commands are available as NMEA and/or Sirf binary. Fastrax IT03 series Fastrax IT03-series of GPS receivers offer minimal power consumption with onboard data logger, power saving interval mode and versatile programmability with a lot of free I/O's and processing resources. It provides accurate and configurable timing (1PPS), access to raw data such as code and carrier phase measurements and is thus suitable for varying expert needs. All Fastrax GNSS receivers are based on chipsets from leading suppliers in order to guarantee best possible features and functionalities at competitive prices for its customers. smart positioning 11/2011 7 Fastrax IT600 Multi-GNSS! Double the amount of visible satellites! Multi-GNSS in one receiver - GPS, Glonass and QZSS Fastrax IT600 is the first receiver that can use several GNSS systems simultaneously. It can be configured to use GPS, Glonass and QZSS, with an upgrade possibility for upcoming Galileo and Compass/Beidou2 systems. IT600 has 32 dedicated tracking channels that can be assigned to acquire and track any mix of GPS, Glonass and QZSS signals. This simultaneous, Multi-GNSS support is the biggest improvement for any device or application using satellite positioning during several years! IT600 Actual size Key Features: Multi-GNSS support (GPS/Galileo and Glonass) DR support (Odometer/Gyro or CAN DWP) Small form factor - 16.2 x 18.8 x 2.3mm Low power consumption: 150-230mW Ultra High Sensitivity -162 dBm (Tracking) High navigation availability and accuracy Cold start sensitivity -146dBm Any GPS user is familiar with the challenges of trying to get a position fix in difficult places with limited visibility to the sky and with a receiver struggling to decode data from some satellites that happens be to visible from a parking garage or among high rise buildings in a city center. This is normal for applications supporting one GNSS system as each, even slightly visible satellite, is crucial to make the required position calculations. With double amount of visible satellites the situation is completely different. In some cases the impossible is made possible, Fastrax IT600 has taken satellite positioning to a completely new level giving better position availability and position accuracy than what was possible before. Optional 10Hz update rate I2C for MEMS sensors and other I2C peripherals Three serial ports 1PPS output SPI and GPIO available for custom purposes ST-AGPS support Anti-Jamming detection and removal 1.8V core voltage and 3.3V I/O voltage JTAG for SDK and debugging Sensor support for dead reckoning Fastrax IT600 also offers advanced support for MEMS based dead reckoning in order to increase the position accuracy when limited or no satellites are visible. By supporting 3-axis digital gyro, odometer as well as DWP (Differential Wheel Pulse) from a vehicle's CAN bus the position accuracy and availability is secured as well as possible. Additional sensors, such as magnetometer and pressure sensor, can be integrated through the same interface. 8 www.fastraxgps.com Benefit from free CPU resources Approximately 50% of the ARM CPU inside the IT600 is available for customer use. This can lead to significant cost saving as smaller or even no additional CPU is required. The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. GPS MODULES Fastrax IT600 Competitor GPS (4-6 satellites all the time) IT600 GPS+GLONASS (8-12 satellites all the time) smart positioning 11/2011 9 Fastrax IT520 and IT500 Ultra sensitive! Simply the most sensitive GPS receiver modules IT520 Actual size The most sensitive GPS receivers for ultimate performance Fastrax IT520 and IT500 GPS receiver modules offer the best performance and sensitivity among any GPS modules. Both modules have same features and specifications, like 14 days predicted A-GPS, up to 10Hz update rate, and on top of all: an amazing signal acquisition and record breaking navigation sensitivity. The only difference is size. IT520 is the smallest module in the Fastrax IT500 series of GPS receivers with a footprint of only 10.4 x 14.0 x 2.3mm while the IT500 has Fastrax Multiplatform footprint, which means that that the same hardware design can be used for Fastrax IT300 modules as well. Key Features: Sensitivity A-GPS (14 days predicted ephemeris) Sensitivity = "Minimum received signal strength that a receiver can work with" Optional USB 2.0 connection (IT520U) With cold start sensitivity of -148dBm it is possible to acquire satellite signals and start navigating in places where competing modules do not get even the first fix. Once the receivers have a fix, the ultimate navigation sensitivity of -165 dBm ensures the satellite signals will be received even in most dense and difficult urban areas. Very high sensitivity also compensates the possible negative effect of host system EMI, enabling postinstallations in several additional applications. Assisted GPS (A-GPS) with two weeks ephemeris information makes the startup time to acquire a position even faster. 10 www.fastraxgps.com IT500, compatible with Fastrax IT Multiplatform footprint IT520, size only 10.4 x 14.0 x 2.3mm Low power consumption: 75mW@3.0V Ultimate sensitivity: -148 dBm (acquisition) -165 dBm (navigation) 10 Hz fix update rate Jammer detection and removal Flexible and low power Fastrax IT500 series receiver modules have internal high-efficiency switch mode regulators which enable a wide power range (+3.0...+4.2V) and power supply directly from Lithium Ion or Lithium Polymer batteries, without adding the cost of expensive external regulators. At +3.0 volt the power consumption is as low as 75mW in full operation, 3mW in stand-by mode and only 15uW in back-up mode. The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. GPS MODULES Fastrax IT520 and IT500 Fastrax 500-series modules with integrated antenna Fastrax UP501 - more on page 17. Perfect trace with IT500 and 10Hz update rate in roundabout Acquisition and navigation sensitivity comparison of IT500, Fastrax SW GPS and Fastrax main module competitor. NMEA Manual for IT500-series of receivers can be requested from support@fastraxgps.com while brochure and technical interface description are found from: http://www.fastraxgps.com/products/gpsmodules/500series smart positioning 11/2011 11 Fastrax IT430 Smallest available complete GPS module with low power consumption Ultra small! Next generation of GPS Fastrax IT430 offers a range of new benefits that speed the inclusion of location-aware features in battery operated consumer devices. The complete Fastrax IT430 GPS module is packed into a tiny casing for easy fitting into various handheld or other battery powered devices. Fastrax IT430 features a miniature form factor of only 9.6 x 9.6 x 1.85 mm, which makes it one of the smallest complete GPS modules available on the market. With the included TCXO, RTC and SAW filter, the amount of required external components is reduced to a minimum. Battery life is critical Fastrax IT430 is especially well suitable for battery operated devices using 1.8 V internal power regulation. The low-power GPS module consumes only 56 mW at 1.8 V in full operation mode. With the SiRFAware technology it consumes only 125uA in average (with ROM 2.0 onwards). The small size and low power consumption combined with ultra-high sensitivity, allows easy utilization in a variety of applications, including the smallest battery-operated consumer devices. With its new innovative standby mode, Fastrax IT430 activates itself autonomously from time to time in order to maintain awareness of its location at all times. As a result, updated location information is available almost immediately when activated, without compromising battery life. Actual size Key Features: Miniature size: 9.6 x 9.6 x 1.85 mm Ultra high sensitivity: -147dBm (cold start) -163dBm (tracking) Low Power Consumption: 56 / 68mW@1.8V 125uA average power consumption with SiRF Aware (ROM2.0 onwards) 48 channels Host port configurable to UART, SPI or I2C Advanced power modes Jammer detection and removal, up to 8 CW EMI sources Client Generated Extended Ephemeris Up to 5 Hz update rate Fastrax IT400-series modules with integrated antenna Fastrax UC430 - more on page 16. 12 www.fastraxgps.com The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. GPS MODULES Fastrax IT430 IT310 IT300 Fastrax 300-Series GPS Receiver Modules Fastrax IT310 Fastrax IT300 Key Features: Key Features: * Very low power consumption: * Compatible with IT Multiplatform footprint * Ultra-High Sensitivity with SiRFstarIII 75mW @ 3.0V * Small form factor: 13.1 x 15.9 x 2.3 mm -146dBm (cold start) * Ultra High Sensitivity: -159 dBm (Tracking) -146dBm (cold start) -159 dBm (tracking) * Extremely Fast TTFF * Very low power consumption: 75mW @ 3.0V * Size 16.2 x 18.8 x 2.3 mm Actual size * Extremely Fast TTFF Actual size Why IT310? Why IT300? The advantage of Fastrax IT310 is the small size combined with very low power consumption. IT310 module has a low power consumption during acquisition and navigation, only 75mW The main benefit of Fastrax IT300 is the IT Multiplatform compatible footprint. This allows customers to select two different modules (IT300 and IT500), with two different functionalities in one form factor. This translates to flexibility and cost-saving in any design. Fastrax 300-Series receivers with integrated antenna Fastrax UP300 (More on page 16) smart positioning 11/2011 13 Fastrax IT03 Programmable, High Sensitive and Low Power GPS Receiver Module Performance for savings The Fastrax IT03 features a 16Mbit Flash memory, which allows remote firmware updates, permanent operation parameter changes via NMEA or iTalk 3 and data logging as a standard feature. Fastrax IT03 supports versatile programmability with iSuite 3 SDK, which results to reduced application costs when no external processor is required as the Fastrax IT03 is used as a host controller. Module for advanced use Ultra-low, user configurable power management makes Fastrax IT03 one of the lowest power consuming, complete GPS receiver modules on the market. Furthermore, the expert features like accurate and configurable timing, different coordinate systems, availability of raw measurement data and many other advantages make this module the most intelligent GPS receiver on the market. See expert features on next page. Programmable with iSuiteTM SDK Very accurate time 20ns RMS (configurable pulse) Low power consumption - only 95 mW @ 2.7V Small form factor: 22 x 23 x 2.9 mm High sensitivity: -156 dBm (navigation) World of applications Offering industry-leading benefits in performance, size, power consumption, programmability and total cost of product, the Fastrax IT03 receivers are ideally suited for both industrial tracking and navigation systems and battery operated consumer products like sports accessories, handheld computers, asset tracking devices, vehicle navigation devices and mobile phones. 14 www.fastraxgps.com Key Features: Built-in data logger Atheros chipset Extensive interface ports The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. GPS MODULES Fastrax IT03 Actual size IT03-SERIES EXPERT FEATURES Very accurate timing, 20ns accuracy Configurable cable delay Changeable polarity of time pulse Configurable length of time pulse Enables different coordinate systems For example MGRS On-board data logger Enables easy logging of position, speed, velocity Access to Raw measurement data Carrier phase Code phase Pseudorange Extensive configurability Programmability Functions as host CPU Management of radio modems, displays, LED's, buttons, I/O's Custom protocols smart positioning 11/2011 15 Fastrax GPS Modules with Integrated Antennas Fastrax UC430 The smallest GPS antenna module in the world! OEM GPS Receiver for many Applications Miniature size with embedded GPS antenna and optional external GPS antenna connectivity allows the UC430 to suit wide range of applications ranging from handheld computers to asset tracking devices. Small in size and power, big in features Fastrax UC430 is similar to IT430 in features and performance, including market-leading power consumption combined with excellent performance. The main difference is in the embedded antenna. The chip antenna is using the application PCB as a part of the antenna, the whole GPS solution taking only a small area of the PCB: UC430 is only 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 mm. Actual size Key features like IT430 with following differencies: * Extremely tiny form factor 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 mm * Low power consumption: 68 mW @ 1.8 V Cutting component costs The chip antenna of UC430 performs well against larger patch antennas and circular radiation pattern increases flexibility for device installation. When external antenna is required, UC430 works efficiently as a back-up antenna if the external antenna is damaged or removed. With small design, limited amount of required external components and SMT design both space and manufacturing cost are reduced to a minimum. Fastrax UP300 Actual size GPS Antenna Module * * * * * Embedded GPS patch antenna Connector and switch for optional external antenna Low power consumption: 84 mW @ 3.3V Ultra High Sensitivity with SiRFstarIII GSC3f/LPx single chip receiver External system connector Key features: Size 19 x 27 x 7.2mm Sensitivity -146 dBm (acquisition) -159 dBm (tracking) Cable + connector available for Fastrax UP300 - see accessories on page 30. 16 www.fastraxgps.com The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. GPS ANTENNA MODULES Fastrax UC430 UP300 UP501 Fastrax UP501 The most sensitive antenna module Can the best be improved? Fastrax UP501 is the successor of extremely popular UP500, with further improved sensitivity and power consumption. Extremely sensitive UP501 can have a fix even indoors when necessary, due to its extremely high cold start sensitivity of -148 dBm. Performance and ease of use make UP501 a reliable and simple GPS solution for any device. Solid and simple Fastrax UP501 is specially designed to make application design easy. It eliminates the need for antenna selection and tuning, speeding up the time-to-market for the device. The integrated patch antenna of 18 x 18mm provides very good performance, and it is already tuned for a plastic enclosure. In order to support stable mounting, there are built-in PCB-mounting flanges on the shield for firm soldering, to survive even tougher environments. Ultimate performance Fastrax UP501 enables extremely high navigation performance due to the navigation sensitivity of -165dBm. This sensitivity can also be utilized on 10 Hz update rate, making UP501 ideal also for motor sports applications. When a very fast fix is needed, Assisted-GPS with 14-days predicted assistance can be used to further speed up the fix time, without having to connect the server for download every time. Very high sensitivity and internal jammer detection compensates the possible negative effect to host system EMI, enabling post-installations in multiple applications. smart positioning Actual size Key Features: Ultra high sensitivity: -148 dBm (Cold start acquisition) -165 dBm (Navigation) Low Power consumption: 75 mW @ 3.0V Up to 10 Hz fix rate Tiny form factor: 22 x 22 x 8mm Embedded, pre-tuned 18 x 18 mm patch antenna Predicted A-GPS for 14 days WAAS/EGNOS support Optional internal back-up battery (UP501B) Optional dual SAW filter (UP501D) Jammer detection and removal On-board high efficiency switch mode regulator and extensive supply range allow direct power supply from Li-Ion or Li-Polymer batteries. Different variants Fastrax UP501 comes in few different variants: UP501B with an on-board backup battery, as well as UP501D with dual SAW filter for increasing resistance against possible radio interference. 11/2011 17 Fastrax Antenna Modules Comparison Fastrax UC430 Fastrax UP501 Cold start 35 s 33 s Hot start 1s 1s Acquisition -147 -148 Navigation -163 -165 Navigating 68 mW 75 mW Back-up state 36 uW <15 uW Channels 48 66 + 22 Size (mm) 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 22 x 22 x 8 Ground plane Minimum 45 x 20 mm Integrated External antenna connector Optional externally No Automated antenna int/ext switch Optional externally No Interface Connector 31 SMD pads 1x6pin grid, 2.54 mm pitch Back-up supply Hibarnate mode Yes (optional internal battery) Chipset SiRFstar IV (GSD4e) Mediatek MT3329 HW options N/A UP501 UP501B (internal back-up battery) UP501D (Dual SAW filter) Mounting SMD component Using pin headers + wings on shield + Optimal solution for mobile devices where small and slim design required + Suitable for any application requiring extremely good sensitivity + Very flexible installation due to circular radiation pattern. + Best antenna module when indoor navigation is required + Low total cost, SMD component, no manual labor + Easy to mount due to "wings" on the shield and standard 6-pin header+ Low cost, simple module with three different hardware options TTFF Sensitivity (dBm) Power consumption Advantages + Low cost, simple module with three different hardware options 18 www.fastraxgps.com The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. GPS MODULES Antenna Modules Comparison Fastrax Multiplatform Concept Fastrax Multiplatform Receivers Benefits: Common footprint Only one hardware design Optimal receiver for each application GPS receivers for several applications Fastrax MP (Multiplatform) receivers are pin-compatible with each other offering common form factor and main functionality. The receivers offer very high sensitivity, low power consumption and excellent navigation performance even in most demanding environments. Fast Time To Market with Low Development Cost (Development, testing and documentation costs can be shared among several designs) Fastrax IT MP (Multiplatform) modules 2 UARTS, 1PPS * Fastrax IT500 High sensitivity * Fastrax IT300 Low power consumption All the MP modules work with NMEA protocol, while binary protocols are not compatible. In order to verify seamless change between modules it is important that any Fastrax IT MP design is made according to the Fastrax IT MP Application Note. The Fastrax IT MP Application Note can be downloaded from www.fastraxgps.com. Fastrax IT MP Actual size Key Features: * Two Pin Compatible receivers * Footprint: 16.2 x 18.8 x 2.3mm smart positioning 11/2011 19 How to choose the right GNSS receiver module Fastrax IT600 series CHOOSE IT600 SERIES FOR: Multi-GNSS system High availability of position Highest accuracy Glonass, GPS and Galileo support Dead reckoning support 10Hz update rate Embedded programming with SDK IT600 Fastrax IT500 series IT520 CHOOSE IT500 SERIES FOR: IT500 Highest possible sensitivity Low power consumption 10Hz fix rate A-GPS support Multiplatform footprint (IT500) How to choose the right GPS antenna module Fastrax IT500 series UP501 Fastrax IT300 series CHOOSE UP501 FOR: CHOOSE UP300 FOR: Highest sensitivity Lowest cost 10 Hz update rate A-GPS Back-up battery (UP501B) 20 www.fastraxgps.com UP300 Switch for optional external antenna System connector and cable Advanced power saving features The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. HOW TO CHOOSE GPS receiver/antenna module Fastrax IT400 series CHOOSE IT400 SERIES FOR: Smallest size (IT430) IT 430 Lowest power consumption 1.8V power supply High sensitivity Always hot start Advanced power saving modes Embedded extended ephemeris 8 CW jammer remover SiRFAware for 125 A avg. power consumption Fastrax IT300 series High sensitivity Advanced power saving features Multiplatform footprint (IT300) IT300 Fastrax IT03 series CHOOSE IT03 SERIES FOR: Embedded applications Expert requirements 1PPS accuracy and pulse configurability Different coordinate systems, custom protocols etc Data logging IT03 Fastrax IT400 series UC430 smart positioning How to choose IT310 CHOOSE IT300 SERIES FOR: Low power consumption CHOOSE UC430 FOR: Smallest size antenna module Possibility to use with external antenna Lowest power consumption Flexibility with orientation Slim design requirements Advanced power modes Autonomous AGPS (CGEE) 11/2011 21 Fastrax Software GNSS What is Fastrax Software GNSS? Fastrax Software GNSS performs all GNSS functionalities in software on an already existing CPU of the device, without the need of any GNSS specific IC. This includes signal correlation, - acquisition and - tracking as well as pseudorange calculations, navigation and final output. Fastrax Software GNSS is a highly flexible receiver using an RF Front-end as the only GNSS specific component. With a suitable RF front-end any existing and future GNSS system can be utilized for navigation. This kind of receiver architecture is also the most cost-efficient compared to any other GNSS receiver implementation. A software receiver can also be used to implement receiver architectures that are not possible with a traditional hardware based solution and therefore e.g. extreme sensitivity or lowest possible power consumption can be achieved. Close R&D cooperation with the customer during early stage of the project ensures that choice of RF Front-End and CPU as well as Software GNSS design is optimized for the customers' particular application and needs. Benefits with Fastrax Software GNSS Cost & Flexibility - Cost is significantly reduced as required silicon area is minimized in comparison to any other available GNSS solution. Flexibility is unique with Fastrax Software GNSS. By using latest available radios with Fastrax Software GNSS things become really interesting. The receiver supports GPS today but can be configured to receive other GNSS signals in the future as well. A multiband GNSS receiver can thus be implemented with a fraction of the cost of existing conventional multiband receivers. Low power consumption - Another truly unique feature with Fastrax Software GNSS is that the power consumption is typically 30mJ/fix, which is equivalent of more than 60.000 fixes from a single coin cell battery. 22 www.fastraxgps.com Key Features: Lowest cost GNSS solution Huge cost saving through software upgrades instead of HW re-designs Lowest possible energy/fix required. Easy to optimize and adjust to available resources and signal availability Flexibility for customizations Support for GNSS, Software upgradeable to new GNSS systems Non real time requirement for signal processing This is achievable as Fastrax Software GNSS receiver needs only to be on as long as the GNSS signal is received. In urban canyons 100ms is typically enough for good performance and in areas with good visibility it can be even shorter. Record Breaking Sensitivity - Fastrax Software GNSS enables also integration times far longer than conventional receivers and thus record breaking acquisition sensitivities can be achieved. The software architecture is also very flexible in terms of number of channels and number of correlator fingers used, which can be adjusted and optimized according to application specific requirements. With Fastrax Software GNSS it is additionally straightforward to implement multipath mitigation and to detect and eliminate interference of CW (continuous wave) type of signals. Software GPS SW GNSS benefits per target market Cellular (Handset) market: - New requirements for performance as well as additional GNSS systems are often limited by hardware. With Software GNSS, the flexibility of the solution will solve this issue. - Low BOM cost is a standard requirement; the best option to minimize component cost is to utilize already existing hardware capabilities. This can be achieved by true SW GNSS integration. - Size of required additional components is minimal Tablets and portable computers: - Low component cost. When properly planned, the existing CPU power is sufficient for continuous navigation utilizing SW GNSS. - Size of the GNSS solution is critical, it's always beneficial to get rid of extra HW or components. - Multi-GNSS support will become de facto standard. Software is the optimal way to achieve this. - Narrowband EMI is a challenge in almost every platform, with SW GNSS the interference can easily be removed. Fastrax design support can also help in suppressing wideband EMI. FFT Acq smart Correlator API positioning iCoreTM Timing and synchronization: - Accuracy of timing is critical with most systems. SW GNSS with 1PPS accuracy of 15 ns will make the SW GNSS an unbeatable solution for any synchronization system. - Utilizing existing hardware, SW GNSS can be used for example in femtocell systems. There is no need to add a special GNSS receiver module with costly VCOCXO and other components, instead a lowcost VCTCXO can be used, saving remarkably on the cost. Digital cameras: - The most critical requirements for picture positioning in camera are TTFF as well as power consumption. - Using Tag & Locate with SW GNSS post-processing capability, the signals (noise) can be recorded at the moment of pressing the shoot-button, minimizing the power consumption as well as the typical time for TTFF. The recorded Tag can be stored simply on the memory card like the photo. Photos are then uploaded to a computer where the position can be calculated, using the Fastrax SW GNSS. - Price of SW GNSS in camera application is minimal compared to a built-in GNSS receiver. SW Corr 11/2011 23 Fastrax Mini Evaluation Kit Easy evaluation of Fastrax receivers The Fastrax Mini Evaluation Kit is equipped with a 40 pin socket for Fastrax IT(nn), UC430 and UP501 Application Boards and a JST system connector for Fastrax UP300 antenna modules. Easy module evaluation of the different GPS receivers can be done by simply changing the application boards or by connecting the UP300 and cable to the system connector. The Fastrax Mini Evaluation kit is furthermore equipped with two (mini-B) USB connectors, a reset switch and a programming switch for firmware upgrades. PPS signal is available from a pin header and the general I/O lines can be probed from a 40-pin socket connector if needed. The GNSS antenna signal is obtained by connecting an active antenna to the MCX rf connector of the Application Board. The Fastrax UP300, UC430 and UP501 receivers do not need an external antenna as they are already equipped with an internal patch or chip antenna. For all Fastrax IT GPS receiver modules For Fastrax UP300 and UP501 OEM GPS antenna modules Fastrax provides an active antenna and one USB cable in the sales package. The USB needs drivers to be installed on the PC. This driver can be downloaded from Fastrax support pages. Evaluation software Suitable PC software are Fastrax GPS WorkBench or SirfLive for Sirf binary. The SirfLive can be requested from support@fastraxgps.com while the Fastrax GPS WorkBench can be downloaded from: Mini-B USB connector JST system connector for Fastrax UP300 http://www.fastraxgps.com/support/ 24 www.fastraxgps.com The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. EVALUATION TOOLS Fastrax Mini Application and Evaluation boards Fastrax Application Boards Fastrax IT(nn) Application Boards Fastrax has developed Application Boards for all Fastrax IT(nn) modules and for UC430 and UP501 GPS antenna modules in order to make evaluation easier. The Application Boards are connected to the Fastrax Evaluation kit or the Fastrax Mini Evaluation kit with the on-board 40 pin system connector. The application boards are also equipped with a MCX antenna connector for the external active antenna. For Fastrax Evaluation kit For Fastrax Mini Evaluation kit Each Application Board is also a reference design for its appropriate Fastrax IT(nn) module and therefore each BoM and design layouts are described in detail in the Data Sheet of each module. smart positioning 11/2011 25 Accessories In order to make design, sourcing and manufacturing easier Fastrax offers some accessories that can be used together with the GPS receiver modules. The accessories are sold only together with modules. Fastrax UP300 system cable and mother board connector The 10cm system cable including system connectors on both ends is designed to be used with the Fastrax UP300 GPS antenna receivers. Fastrax offers also the mother board system connector separately in order to make sourcing even easier. Detailed information about the system cable and the mother board connector can be downloaded from www.fastraxgps.com or by contacting any Fastrax distributors, sales persons or by e-mailing support@fastraxgps.com Fastrax IT03-02 AMP 4-5353512-0 mating connector The AMP mating connector is used for the system connector on the Fastrax IT03-02 GPS receiver. 26 www.fastraxgps.com The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. Accessories Fastrax Order Code Fastrax Order Codes Fastrax order codes define GPS receivers, evaluation tools and accessories as well as hardware and software versions. General naming convention Fastrax GNSS receivers are named: xxxxxx-sssr-yyy-bbbb: Where xxxxxx = sss = r = yyy = bbbb = Module name (e.g. IT430, IT520, IT300, IT0316, UP501) Firmware version (e.g. 325, 350 (Sirf), 331, 341 (iTalk)) Build variant Firmware specific custom code (e.g. STD = standard) Material code Example codes: IT0316-331E-STD-3278IT03S = Fastrax IT03, firmware 3.31.E (6151) - standard conf., BoM 3278. IT300-350S-STD-2861 = Fastrax IT300, firmware 3.5.0 (Sirf), standard conf., BoM 2861. Evaluation Tools Fastrax Mini Evaluation kit: MVK Application Boards: AP + module code: APU + patch antenna module code AC + chip antenna module code AP430, AC430 AP300, AP310 AP03/16, AP520, AP500, APU501, APU501B, APU501D AP600, (DB600 - IT600 development board, equipped with connectors) Fastrax product list All Evaluation kits and Application Boards are supplied with the latest available firmware versions by default unless otherwise requested. GNSS Modules Accessories Fastrax 600-series: Fastrax 500-series: Fastrax 400-series: Fastrax 300-series: Fastrax 03-series: IT600 IT520 IT500 IT430 IT300 IT310 IT0316 IT3216 Cable for UP300: Connector for UP300 cable: AMP system connector for IT0302: CBL-JST-2351 CON-JST-1852 AMP 4-5353512-0 GPS Modules with integrated Antennas Fastrax 500-Series: Fastrax 400-series: Fastrax 300-Series: smart positioning UP501 UP501B UP501D UC430 UP300 11/2011 27 Widest Portfolio of GNSS Receivers in the World *Software GNSS *Multi GNSS modules GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BEIDOU2 * SBAS WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN *Dead Reckoning *Miniature form factors *Programmable with SDK *With and without integrated antennas *All Optimized for Accuracy, Sensitivity and Power Consumption GPS RECEIVER MODULES Module IT600 General L1 frequency (GPS, Glonass Galileo) L1 frequency, C/A code (SPS) IT500 IT520 IT430 Channels 32 Update rate up to 10 Hz 22 track + 66 acq. 22 track + 66 acq. 48 up to 10 Hz up to 10 Hz 1 Hz Position Velocity 2.7 m (CEP 95) 2.7 m (CEP 95) 2.7 m (CEP 95) 2.5 m (CEP 50) < 0.1m/s 0.1m/s 0.1m/s Time 0.01m/s 15ns RMS 50ns RMS 50ns RMS 1us (typ.) Accuracy Time-to-first-fix (TTFF), typically Cold start 33s 33s 33s 35s Warm start 33s 33s 33s 35s Hot start 1s 1s 1s 1s Acquisition (cold start) -146 dBm -148 dBm -148 dBm -147 dBm Re-acquisition -150 dBm -160 dBm -160 dBm -162 dBm Navigating -162 dBm (tracking) -165 dBm -165 dBm -163 dBm (tracking) Navigating 150-230 mW typ. 75mW typ. 75mW typ. 56/68mW Backup state 50uW 15uW 15uW 36uW (hibernate) Main supply +1.8V +3.0V...4.2V +3.0V...4.2V +1.8V Backup supply +1.62V...3.6V +2.0V...4.2V +2.0V...4.2V -- Protocol NMEA 0183 NMEA 0183 NMEA 0183 NMEA 0183, OSP binary Baud rate 115200 (configurable) 9600 (configurable) 9600 (configurable) 4800 (configurable) Chipset ST Teseo II Mediatek MTK3329 Mediatek MTK3329 SiRFstar IV (GSD4e) Dimensions 16.2 x 18.8 x 2.3 mm 16.2 x 18.8 x 2.3 mm 10.4 x 14.0 x 2.3 mm 9.6 x 9.6 x 1.85 mm Weight 3.0 g 1.5 g 0.7 g 0.4 g Operating temperature -40C...+85C (1) -40C...+85C -40C...+85C -40C...+85C (1) Storage temperature -40C...+85C -40C...+85C -40C...+85C -40C...+85C Memory size 16MBit 4 MBit 4 MBit Antenna External, passive or active External, passive or active External, passive or active External, passive or active Antenna input LGA pad, 50 ohm LGA pad, 50 ohm LGA pad, 50 ohm LGA pad, 50 ohm Antenna bias Same as I/O supply VDD3V3 Same as VDD Same as VDD Antenna bias supply input I/O ports 36 contact castellated vias Three asynchronous serial ports 1PPS output I2C or CAN1 CAN0 JTAG ADC input for Analog Gyro from car Odometer input from car RSTn, STANDBYn, WAKEUP inputs SPI Interface 30 contact LGA Two asyncronous serial ports 1PPS output Antenna detector status pins 24 contact LGA Two asyncronous serial ports 1PPS output Antenna detector status pins 28 contact LGA One host port: UART, SPI or I2C On_OFF control input 1PPS output Antenna bias supply input Dedicated I2C port for external sensors Sensitivity Power drain Operating voltage HW options (1) Operates down to -40degC, all specifications are not guaranteed below -30degC 30 www.fastraxgps.com The specifications in this document are subject to change without prior notice. Fastrax makes no warranties, either expressed or implied with respect to the information and specifications contained in this document. Performance characteristics listed in this document are estimates based on currently available firmware and do not constitute a warranty or guarantee of product performance. SPECIFICATIONS OEM GPS Receivers GPS ANTENNA MODULES IT03 UP501 UP300 UC430 12 22 track + 66 acq. 20 48 up to 3 Hz up to 10 Hz 1 Hz 1 Hz 2.7 m (CEP 95) 2.7 m (CEP 95) 2.7 m (CEP 95) 2.5 m (CEP 50) 0.1m/s 0.1m/s 0.1m/s 0.01m/s 20ns RMS 50ns RMS 1us 1us (typ.) 35s 33s 32s 35s 34s 33s 32s 35s 4s 1s 1s 1s -142 dBm -148 dBm -146 dBm -147 dBm -149 dBm -160 dBm -157 dBm -162 dBm -156 dBm -165 dBm -159 dBm -163 dBm (tracking) 95mW typ. 75mW typ. 84mW typ. 68mW 20uW (sleep mode) 15uW 18 uW typ. 36uW (hibernate) +2.7V..3.3V +3.0V...4.2V +3.0V..3.6V +1.8V - +2.0V...4.2V +1.5V..3.6V -- NMEA, iTalk NMEA 0183 NMEA, Sirf binary NMEA 0183, OSP binary 4800 (configurable) 9600 (configurable) 9600 (configurable) 4800 (configurable) uN2110 + uN8021 Mediatek MTK3329 SiRFstar III (GSC3f/LPx) SiRFstar IV (GSD4e) 21.6 x 23.3 x 2.6 mm 22.0 x22.0 x 8.0 mm 19.0 x 27.0 x 7.2 mm 9.6 x 14.0 x 1.95 mm 2.7 g 9.0 g 9.1 g 0.5 g -40C...+85C -40C...+85C -40C...+85C (1) -40C...+85C (1) -40C...+85C -40C...+85C -40C...+85C -40C...+85C IT0302 (replacement for IT02) UP501B (internal backup battery) UP501D (Dual SAW filter) 16MBit 4 MBit 4 MBit External, passive or active Integrated patch 18.4 x 18.4 mm Integrated patch 18.4 x 18.4 mm, connector & switch for external ant. Embedded chip antenna (ground plane required) LGA pad, 50 ohm - Hirose U.FL-R, 50 ohm LGA pad, 50 ohm Same as VDDRF - Same as VDD 37 contact LGA Two asynchronous serial ports 22-pin GPIO (Shared functionality) 2 x SPI-interface Dual pulse measurement inputs 1PPS output 2 x Pulse measurement timers 2 x Capture timers 2 x Clock inputs MMC (Master) connection 6 contact pin soldering Two asynchronous serial ports Main & Back-up supply 1PPS output 8-pin cable connector One asynchronous serial port Main & Back-up supply 1PPS output RESET input UPDATE input (re-programming) smart positioning 31 contact LGA One host port: UART, SPI or I2C On_OFF control input 1PPS output Antenna output, RF input Dedicated I2C port for external sensors 11/2011 31 Itsehallintokuja 6, 02600 ESPOO, FINLAND ww.fastraxgps.com