Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation
Communication Module Compatible with ELTRES™
The CXM150xGR series has been commercialized as a communication module fully compliant with the ELTRES communication standard. The small 16 x 16 mm module size (16×24mm for CXM1502GR) optimizes all functionality and high-frequency circuitry required for ELTRES communications, allowing IoT terminals to be configured with minimal number of external components and simple control.
Key Features:
- Built-in π/2-shift BPSK modulation (two-phase skew modulation) LSI with low power consumption and good signal-to-noise ratio for narrowband communications.
- Built-in impedance matching circuit with external Sub-GHz band antenna enables direct connection when using a general-purpose antenna (easy antenna design when using a dedicated antenna).
- Built-in GNSS reception LSI with high sensitivity and low power consumption compatible with GPS/GLONASS/QZSS (Michibiki)
- Optimized high frequency circuitry for GNSS reception is built in, enabling direct connection of an external GNSS antenna.
- Stand-alone capability for automatic payload generation and autonomous wake-up/deep sleep operation for easy external control.
- Compliant with relevant radio standards in each country/region.
ELTRES compatible communication module block diagram and system configuration
Key Specifications
| CXM1501AGR | CXM1502GR | CXM1503GR | CXM1504GR | CXM1505GR | CXM1506GR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Area | Japan | United States/Canada | EU/UK | Asia | Oceania | United States/Canada |
| Regulation | ARIB STD-T108 | FCC 15.247 / RSS-247 | ETSI EN 300 220 | NCC LP0002 | AS/NZS 4268 | FCC 15.247 / RSS-247 |
| Frequency Band | 923.5-928.1MHz | 902.3-907.3MHz | 865.1-868.5MHz | 920.2-924.8MHz | 918.0-923.0MHz | 902.3-907.3MHz |
| Transmitter Power | 20mW | 100mW | 25mW | 25mW | 25mW | 25mW |
| Package | LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
LGA-81pin Metal Lid |
LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
| Module Size | 16×16×2mm | 16×24×2mm | 16×16×2mm | 16×16×2mm | 16×16×2mm | 16×16×2mm |
| Interface | UART | UART | UART | UART | UART | UART |
| Power supply voltage | 2.0V | 3.3V | 2.0V | 2.0V | 2.0V | 2.0V |
| Status | Mass production | Engineering Sample | Engineering Sample | Engineering Sample | Engineering Sample | Engineering Sample |
| CXM1501GR | |
|---|---|
| Area | Japan |
| Regulation | ARIB STD-T108 |
| Frequency Band | 923.5-928.1MHz |
| Transmitter Power | 20mW |
| Package | LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
| Module Size | 16×16×2mm |
| Interface | UART |
| Power supply voltage | 2.0V |
| Status | Mass production |
| CXM1502GR | |
| Area | United States/Canada |
| Regulation | FCC 15.247 / RSS-247 |
| Frequency Band | 902.3-907.3MHz |
| Transmitter Power | 100mW |
| Package | LGA-81pin Metal Lid |
| Module Size | 16×24×2mm |
| Interface | UART |
| Power supply voltage | 3.3V |
| Status | Engineering Sample |
| CXM1503GR | |
| Area | EU/UK |
| Regulation | ETSI EN 300 220 |
| Frequency Band | 865.1-868.5MHz |
| Transmitter Power | 25mW |
| Package | LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
| Module Size | 16×16×2mm |
| Interface | UART |
| Power supply voltage | 2.0V |
| Status | Engineering Sample |
| CXM1504GR | |
| Area | Asia |
| Regulation | NCC LP0002 |
| Frequency Band | 920.2-924.8MHz |
| Transmitter Power | 25mW |
| Package | LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
| Module Size | 16×16×2mm |
| Interface | UART |
| Power supply voltage | 2.0V |
| Status | Engineering Sample |
| CXM1505GR | |
| Area | Oceania |
| Regulation | AS/NZS 4268 |
| Frequency Band | 918.0-923.0MHz |
| Transmitter Power | 25mW |
| Package | LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
| Module Size | 16×16×2mm |
| Interface | UART |
| Power supply voltage | 2.0V |
| Status | Engineering Sample |
| CXM1506GR | |
| Area | United States/Canada |
| Regulation | FCC 15.247 / RSS-247 |
| Frequency Band | 902.3-907.3MHz |
| Transmitter Power | 25mW |
| Package | LGA-65pin Metal Lid |
| Module Size | 16×16×2mm |
| Interface | UART |
| Power supply voltage | 2.0V |
| Status | Engineering Sample |
Download
| Document | Description | Version |
|---|---|---|
| [LPWA Module Information] | ||
| CXM1501AGR DataSheet | Module data sheet | 1.0 |
| CXM1503GR DataSheet | Module data sheet | 1.0 |
| CXM1504GR DataSheet | Module data sheet | 1.0 |
| CXM150x Configuration Manual | Description of the embedded EEPROM setting | 2.0 |
| CXM150x Host I/F Specification | Explanation of communication commands with modules | 2.1 |
| CXM150x Programmer's Manual | Sample API and application description for software development | 2.0 |
| CXM150x Firmware Update Manual | How to update the module firmware | 2.2.1 |
| [Application Note] | ||
| Application Note AN007 | Using Ephemeris Information | 1.0 |
| Application Note AN008 | Scheduling ELTRES Communications | 1.0 |
| Application Note AN009 | Standalone Mode | 1.0 |
| Application Note AN011 | Control Method For Skipping LPWA Transmission and GNSS Reception | 1.0 |
| Application Note AN013 | AutoPayload Configuration Assist tool | 1.0 |
| [Reference Board Information] | ||
| Reference board ELFLEX-DS schematics diagram and BOM | 1.1 | |
| Reference board ELFLEX-DS PCB Pattern | 1.0 | |
| Documents | Description | Overview | Version | Terms of Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Sample Source Code] | ||||
| CXM150x Sample Source Code Release Note | Changes from previous version | 3.0.4 | ||
| LPWA Sample Application | Sample application source code | 3.0.4 | Sample Source Code Terms of Use | |
| Low Power BUP Sample Application | Sample application source code | 3.0.4 | Sample Source Code Terms of Use | |
| Low Power Wait Fetching Time Sample Application | Sample application source code | 3.0.4 | Sample Source Code Terms of Use | |
| [StandAlone Mode Sample Source Code] | ||||
| CXM150x Standalone Mode Sample Source Code Release Note | Changes from previous version | 1.0.3 | ||
| Standalone Mode Sample Application | Sample application source code | 1.0.3 | Sample Source Code Terms of Use | |
| [Sample Source Code for Arduino] | ||||
| CXM150x Standalone Mode Sample Source Code for Arduino Release Note | Changes from previous version | 1.0.1 | ||
| Standalone Mode Sample Application for Arduino | Sample application source code | 1.0.1 | Sample Source Code Terms of Use | |
