From Redpine Signals: "Dual mode Bluetooth 5 and IEEE 802.15.4 compatible wireless MCU, Redpine announced"
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Established in 1998, Symmetry Electronics is a focused global distributor of wireless connectivity solutions, sensors, and audio-video technologies. Offering comprehensive design support and available-to-ship inventory, Symmetry is committed to helping engineers accelerate time to market, reduce costs, and offer modern solutions for their IoT designs. Acquired by Berkshire Hathaway company, TTI, Inc. in 2017, Symmetry Electronics is part of the Exponential Technology Group (XTG) – a supergroup of electronic component distributors and engineering services firms working together to advance the electronics industry. For more information, visit www.symmetryelectronics.com.
Redpine Signals Inc. announced "RS13100", a wireless communication MCU compatible with dual mode Bluetooth 5 and IEEE 802.15.4 (news release). Fitness band, industrial control unit, location tag, battery-powered equipment such as smart lock etc.
Functional block diagram of new product. A diagram of Redpine SignalsAccording to Redpine, the feature of the new product is low power consumption, and the processing performance can be 2 to 3 times while prolonging the battery life of the equipment by 3 to 4 times. The power consumption of MCU subsystem including Cortex-M4F etc. is 19 μA / MHz when operating in low power mode and 500 nA or less at deep sleep. The current consumed by the wireless communication subsystem is 7.7 mA at the time of 1 Mbit / s transmission in Bluetooth 5 mode and 10.2 mA at reception. It is suppressed to 15 μA in Connected Mode.
The package is 79 balls WLCSP (3.51 mm × 3.6 mm), 84 pin QFN (7 mm × 7 mm), 196 ball BGA (6 mm × 6.3 mm). Besides this, you can also choose a 4.63 mm x 7.9 mm LGA module. The RS13100 is currently shipping samples, and mass production is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2018. Evaluation kit "RS13100-EVK1" is available. Prices are unpublished.
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About Symmetry Electronics Team
Established in 1998, Symmetry Electronics is a focused global distributor of wireless connectivity solutions, sensors, and audio-video technologies. Offering comprehensive design support and available-to-ship inventory, Symmetry is committed to helping engineers accelerate time to market, reduce costs, and offer modern solutions for their IoT designs. Acquired by Berkshire Hathaway company, TTI, Inc. in 2017, Symmetry Electronics is part of the Exponential Technology Group (XTG) – a supergroup of electronic component distributors and engineering services firms working together to advance the electronics industry. For more information, visit www.symmetryelectronics.com.