Overview
The STA8088FG is a highly integrated single-chip standalone GNSS receiver IC developed by STMicroelectronics. It belongs to the Teseo II family of products and is designed for positioning system applications. This device supports multiple satellite navigation systems, including GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, and QZSS. The STA8088FG is backward compatible with previous models, facilitating easy migration for customers. It comes with a complete GNSS firmware that handles all GNSS operations, including tracking, acquisition, navigation, and data output, without the need for external memories.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Number of Tracking Channels | 48 |
| Number of Fast Acquisition Channels | 2 |
| Supported Constellations | GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS |
| Indoor Sensitivity (Tracking Mode) | -162 dBm |
| Time To First Fix (TTFF) | < 1 s (Hot Start), 30 s (Cold Start) |
| Microcontroller | High performance ARM946 MCU (up to 196 MHz) |
| Embedded SRAM | 256 Kbyte |
| In-package Flash Memory | 16 Mbits SQI Flash |
| Package Type | VFQFPN56 (7 x 7 x 1.0 mm) 0.4 mm pitch |
| Ambient Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| Main Voltage Regulator (VINL) | 1.8 V ± 5% |
| Backup Voltage (VINB) | 1.6 V to 4.3 V |
| Digital Voltage (VDD) | 1.0 V to 1.32 V |
| RF Core Voltage (VCC) | 1.2 V ± 10% |
| IO Ring Voltage (VddIO) | 1.8 V ± 5% or 3.3 V ± 10% |
Key Features
- STMicroelectronics positioning receiver with 48 tracking channels and 2 fast acquisition channels supporting GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, and QZSS systems.
- Single die standalone receiver embedding RF Front-End and low noise amplifier.
- Pin to pin compatible with STA8088FG, enabling fast customer application migration.
- High performance ARM946 MCU (up to 196 MHz).
- 256 Kbyte embedded SRAM and 16 Mbits in-package SQI Flash Memory.
- Real Time Clock (RTC) circuit and 32-bit Watch-dog timer.
- 3 UARTs, 1 I2C master interface, 1 Synchronous Serial Port (SSP, Motorola-SPI supported), and USB2.0 full speed (12 MHz) with integrated physical layer transceiver.
- 2 Controller Area Network (CAN) and 2 channels ADC (10 bits).
Applications
The STA8088FG is primarily used in various positioning system applications, including:
- Automotive navigation systems.
- Telematics and fleet management.
- Smartphones and mobile devices.
- Wearable devices and fitness trackers.
- Agricultural and industrial automation.
Q & A
- What constellations does the STA8088FG support?
The STA8088FG supports GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou, and QZSS constellations.
- What is the indoor sensitivity of the STA8088FG?
The indoor sensitivity of the STA8088FG is -162 dBm in tracking mode.
- What is the Time To First Fix (TTFF) for the STA8088FG?
The TTFF for the STA8088FG is less than 1 second in Hot Start and 30 seconds in Cold Start.
- What type of microcontroller does the STA8088FG use?
The STA8088FG uses a high performance ARM946 MCU (up to 196 MHz).
- What is the package type and dimensions of the STA8088FG?
The package type is VFQFPN56 with dimensions of 7 x 7 x 1.0 mm and a 0.4 mm pitch.
- What is the ambient temperature range for the STA8088FG?
The ambient temperature range for the STA8088FG is -40°C to +85°C.
- Does the STA8088FG have any backup voltage requirements?
Yes, the backup voltage (VINB) for the STA8088FG ranges from 1.6 V to 4.3 V.
- What interfaces does the STA8088FG support?
The STA8088FG supports 3 UARTs, 1 I2C master interface, 1 Synchronous Serial Port (SSP, Motorola-SPI supported), USB2.0 full speed, and 2 Controller Area Network (CAN) interfaces.
- Is the STA8088FG backward compatible with previous models?
Yes, the STA8088FG is pin to pin compatible with the STA8088FG, enabling fast customer application migration.
- What additional features does the STA8088FG offer?
The STA8088FG offers a Real Time Clock (RTC) circuit, a 32-bit Watch-dog timer, and 2 channels ADC (10 bits).
