NEO-M8U module
u-blox M8 UDR module including 3D inertial sensors
World’s first untethered dead reckoning GNSS solution
- Independent of any electrical connection to the car
- Positioning accuracy in dense cities and covered areas
- Complete positioning solution with integrated 3D sensors
- Compatible with all modules of the NEO family
- Real‑time positioning update rate of up to 20 Hz
- Standard
- Professional
- Automotive
Product variants
u-blox M8 GNSS LCC module with Untethered
Dead Reckoning and onboard sensors
| Product variants | NEO-M8U |
|---|---|
| GNSS features | |
| GNSS | BeiDou, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS / QZSS |
| Number of concurrent GNSS | 3 |
| Concurrent GNSS | ✓ |
| Interfaces | |
| UART | 1 |
| USB | 1 |
| SPI | 1 |
| DDC (I²C compliant) | 1 |
| Electrical data | |
| Minimum supply [V] | 2.7 |
| Maximum supply [V] | 3.6 |
| Environmental data, quality & reliability | |
| Maximum temperature [°C] | 85 |
| Minimum temperature [°C] | -40 |
| Size [mm] | 12.2 x 16 x 2.4 |
| Features | |
| Programmable flash memory | ✓ |
| RTC crystal | ✓ |
| Built-in sensor | ✓ |
| Data logging | ✓ |
| Other | |
| Markets | Automotive & Transport, Industry |
Overview
Product Summary
Data Sheet
Integration Manual
Interface Manual
Application Note
White Paper
See the C93‑M8E application example, which in addition to the evaluation kit can be used to evaluate Untethered Dead Reckoning functionality.
The NEO‑M8U module introduces u‑blox’s Untethered Dead Reckoning (UDR) technology, which provides continuous navigation without requiring speed information from the vehicle. This innovative technology brings the benefits of dead reckoning to installations previously restricted to using GNSS alone and significantly reduces the cost of installation for after‑market dead reckoning applications.
The strength of UDR is particularly apparent under poor signal conditions, where it brings continuous positioning in urban environments, even to devices with antennas installed within the vehicle. Useful positioning performance is also available during complete signal loss, for example in parking garages and short tunnels. With UDR, positioning starts as soon as power is applied to the module, before the first GNSS fix is available.
The NEO‑M8U may be installed in any position within the vehicle without configuration. In addition to its freedom from any electrical connection to the vehicle, the on‑board accelerometer and gyroscope sensors result in a fully self‑contained solution, perfect for rapid product development with reliable and consistent performance.
The intelligent combination of GNSS and sensor measurements enables accurate, real‑time positioning at rates up to 20 Hz, as needed for smooth and responsive interactive applications. Native high rate sensor data is made available to host applications such as driving behaviour analysis or accident reconstruction.
The NEO‑M8U includes u‑blox’s latest generation GNSS receiver, which adds Galileo to the multi‑constellation reception that already includes GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and QZSS. The module provides high sensitivity and fast GNSS signal
acquisition and tracking. UART, USB, DDC (I2C compliant) and SPI interface options provide flexible connectivity and enable simple integration with most u‑blox cellular modules.
u‑blox M8 modules use GNSS chips qualified according to AEC‑Q100 and are manufactured in ISO/TS 16949 certified sites. Qualification tests are performed as stipulated in the ISO16750 standard: “Road vehicles – Environmental conditions and testing for electrical and electronic equipment”.
