TIM

OEM GPS Module

SiRFstar™ II Positioning Engine

Overview

TIM is a fully self-contained low-cost GPS module based on the SiRFstar™ II GPS technology. With its innovative packaging technology the TIM GPS receiver is the ideal solution for high volume application with stringent, minimal space requirements. The integrated data logger allows storing GPS data on the receiver.

The TIM GPS receiver module is another milestone in the miniaturization of GPS receiver modules. Innovative packaging technology has opened the door for a thin and compact GPS receiver unique to the market. The TIM module is SMT solderable and can be handled by standard pick-and-place equipment. This allows a fully automatic assembly process. The height of 3mm (~120mil) and the size of 25.4 x 25.4 mm (1" x 1") make it the ideal GPS solution for applications with stringent space requirements.

TIM provides two serial ports, which can handle NMEA or SiRF^® proprietary data format or accept differential GPS data (RTCM). The integrated data logging function stores up to 100'000 logs on the internal FLASH memory.

Operating at a nominal operating voltage of 3.3 Volts, the module consumes less than 0.5 Watts in continuous operation mode. The implementation of the TricklePowerTM mode allows a considerable reduction of power consumption for applications where power consumption is of primary concern.

Further Information: Product Summary, Data Sheet

Benefits

Fully self-contained GPS receiver (PVT output)
Low power consumption
Excellent GPS performance
- Fast Time-to-first-fix
GPS module
- Very compact design
- Automatic pick and place assembly
- Reflow solderable
Supports Satellite Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS)
Integrated data logging
Fully EMI shielded
Passive and active antenna support
Immune to RF interference

Features

12 channel GPS receiver
1Hz position update rate
SiRFstar™ II architecture
- GRF2i RF front-end IC
- GSP2e GPS DSP with integrated Real Time Clock
8 MBit FLASH memory
Low-noise amplifier
Power management features
- TricklePower™ mode
- Push-to-Fix™ mode
Operating voltage 2.75...3.45 V
Battery supply pin for internal backup memory and real time clock
Industrial operating temperature range -40...85°C
Small size:
- Size: 25.4 x 25.4mm
- Height: 3mm
- Weight: 3g

Ordering Information

TIM GPS Receiver Module

TIM-ST-0-000-0

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