Overview
The RSL10 SIP (System-in-Package) from onsemi is a comprehensive solution designed to integrate the industry’s lowest power Bluetooth Low Energy technology into wireless applications. This module is Bluetooth 5.2 certified and fully compliant with worldwide wireless standards, including FCC, CE, IC, MIC, and KCC. The RSL10 SIP includes an on-board antenna, the RSL10 radio SoC, and all necessary passive components in a single, miniature package, thereby eliminating the need for additional antenna design considerations or RF certifications. This ready-to-use solution significantly reduces the time to market for various wireless applications.
Key Specifications
| Description | Symbol | Conditions | Min | Typ | Max | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power supply voltage | VBAT | 1.1 | 3.63 | V | ||
| Current consumption RX, VBAT = 1.25 V | IVBAT | Low latency | 1.15 | 1.8 | mA | |
| Current consumption TX, VBAT = 1.25 V | IVBAT | Low latency | 1.8 | mA | ||
| Deep sleep current, VBAT = 1.25 V | Ids1 | Wake up from wake up pin or DIO wake up | 50 | nA | ||
| Deep sleep current, VBAT = 1.25 V | Ids2 | Embedded 32 kHz oscillator running with interrupts | 90 | nA | ||
| Xtal frequency | FXTAL | Fundamental | 48 | MHz | ||
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.1 | 3.3 | V | |||
| Flash Memory | 384 kB | |||||
| Program Memory | 76 kB | |||||
| Data Memory | 88 kB |
Key Features
- Bluetooth 5.2 Certified: Supports LE 2-Mbit PHY (High Speed), backwards compatibility, and earlier Bluetooth Low Energy specifications.
- Industry’s Lowest Power: Peak Rx Current = 5.6 mA (1.25 V VBAT), Peak Tx Current (0 dBm) = 8.9 mA (1.25 V VBAT), and ultra-low deep sleep current consumption.
- Advanced Wireless: Supports FOTA (Firmware Over-The-Air) updates, Rx Sensitivity (Bluetooth Low Energy Mode, 1 Mbps): −93 dB, and transmitting power: −17 to +6 dBm.
- Arm Cortex-M3 Processor: A 32-bit core clocked at up to 48 MHz, suitable for real-time applications.
- LPDSP32: A 32-bit Dual Harvard DSP core for intensive signal processing applications.
- Radio Frequency Front-End: Based on a 2.4 GHz RF transceiver, implementing the physical layer of Bluetooth Low Energy technology.
- Highly-Integrated SoC: Includes high-efficiency power management units, oscillators, flash and RAM memories, and a DMA.
- Flexible Supply Voltage: VBAT range of 1.1 to 3.3 V with high-efficiency power regulators.
- Highly Configurable Interfaces: I2C, UART, two SPI interfaces, PCM interface, multiple GPIOs, digital microphone interface (DMIC), and output driver (OD).
- Security: AES128 encryption hardware block for custom secure algorithms and code protection with authenticated debug port access (JTAG ‘lock’).
Applications
- IoT Edge-Node Applications: Ideal for low-power IoT devices.
- Wearables: Suitable for smart watches, fitness trackers, and wellness monitors.
- Energy Harvesting: Optimized for energy-efficient applications.
- Automotive Applications: Can be used in various automotive wireless systems.
- Smart Healthcare Beacons: Enables smart healthcare solutions as seen in the Intelligent Locations Case Study.
- Connected Lighting: Suitable for smart lighting systems.
- Smart Locks: Ideal for wireless security applications.
Q & A
- What is the RSL10 SIP?
The RSL10 SIP is a System-in-Package that integrates the industry’s lowest power Bluetooth Low Energy technology, including an on-board antenna, RSL10 radio SoC, and all necessary passive components.
- What are the key certifications of the RSL10 SIP?
The RSL10 SIP is certified to Bluetooth 5.2, FCC, CE, IC, MIC, and KCC standards.
- What is the power consumption of the RSL10 SIP in deep sleep mode?
The deep sleep current consumption is as low as 50 nA (IO wake-up) and 300 nA (8 kB RAM retention) at 1.25 V VBAT.
- What is the maximum range of the RSL10 SIP?
The RSL10 SIP has a range of up to 100 meters.
- What processor does the RSL10 SIP use?
The RSL10 SIP uses an Arm Cortex-M3 processor clocked at up to 48 MHz.
- What is the memory configuration of the RSL10 SIP?
The RSL10 SIP includes 384 kB of flash memory, 76 kB of program memory, and 88 kB of data memory.
- Does the RSL10 SIP support firmware updates?
Yes, the RSL10 SIP supports Firmware Over-The-Air (FOTA) updates.
- What are the typical applications of the RSL10 SIP?
The RSL10 SIP is suitable for IoT edge-node applications, wearables, energy harvesting, automotive applications, smart healthcare beacons, connected lighting, and smart locks.
- Is the RSL10 SIP RoHS compliant?
Yes, the RSL10 SIP is constructed with all RoHS compliant materials.
- What are the recommended handling and storage conditions for the RSL10 SIP?
The RSL10 SIP is an ESD sensitive device and should be handled and stored according to proper ESD precautions and moisture sensitivity level MSL3 standards.
