Microchip RN4020-V/RM123 Bluetooth Chip 4.1

RN4020 Bluetooth 4.1 BLE Module

The RN4020 from Microchip is a fully certified Bluetooth version 4.1 Low Energy (BLE or BTLE) Module. This module offers a simple embedded solution to add low-power Bluetooth communication into a design.

The small form factor surface mount module has the complete Bluetooth stack, includes all Bluetooth SIG profiles and the Microchip Low-Energy Data Profile (MLDP) for custom data. Control is via simple ASCII commands over UART and in addition the RN4020 can be controlled by another Bluetooth module wirelessly. The RN4020 also features internal scripting capabilities that allow operation without a host Processor or Microcontroller in simple applications.

Features

Fully certified Bluetooth version 4.1 module
On-board Bluetooth Low Energy 4.1 stack
Low-power consumption
Simple ASCII command interface over UART
Device Firmware upgrade over UART or over-the-air
Microchip Low-energy Data Profile (MLDP) for serial data applications
GAP, GATT, SM, L2CAP and integrated public profiles
Remote commands over-the-air
Built-in scripting capabilities for hostless operation
64 KB internal flash
Compact form factor: 11.5 x 19.5 x 2.5 mm
Castellated SMT pads for easy and reliable PCB mounting
Multiple IOs for control and status
Received Signal Strength Indication (RSSI) Monitor
Secure AES128 encryption
Create custom services using command API
Keyboard I/O authentication
Software configurable role as peripheral or central and client or server
Integrated PCB antenna

Performance

Carrier frequency range: 2.402 GHz to 2.480 GHz ISM-band with 40 channels
RX Sensitivity: -92.5 dBm at 0.1% BER
TX Power: -19.0 dBm to +7.5 dBm
Maximum Data Rate: 1 Mbps
Single operating voltage: +1.8 V to +3.6 V dc (3.3 V typical)
Temperature range: -30°C to 85°C

Approvals

FCC, IC, CE, QDID, VCCI, KCC and NCC