Overview
The CC3120RNMARGKR, produced by Texas Instruments, is a part of the SimpleLink™ Wi-Fi® family and is designed to simplify the implementation of low-power internet connectivity for Internet-of-Things (IoT) applications. This device is a wireless network processor (NWP) that includes a dedicated Wi-Fi Internet-on-a-chip™, which completely offloads Wi-Fi and internet protocols from the application microcontroller unit (MCU). It features an Arm® network processor and supports various Wi-Fi modes, including station, access point (AP), and Wi-Fi Direct® client/group owner. The CC3120R is delivered as a complete platform solution, including tools, software, sample applications, and comprehensive support resources.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Package | 64-pin VQFN, 9mm × 9mm, 0.5mm pitch |
| Operating Temperature | –40°C to +85°C |
| Supply Voltage | VBAT: 2.1V to 3.6V, VIO tied with VBAT, Preregulated 1.85V mode |
| Power Consumption | Shutdown: 1µA, Hibernate: 4.5µA, LPDS: 115µA, RX Traffic: 59mA at 54 OFDM, TX Traffic: 229mA at 54 OFDM |
| Wi-Fi Modes | 802.11b/g/n station, 802.11b/g/n access point (AP) supports up to four stations, Wi-Fi Direct® client/group owner |
| Security | WPA2 personal and enterprise, WPA3 personal and enterprise, WEP, WPA™/ WPA2™ PSK, 802.1x |
| IP Stack | IPv4 and IPv6 TCP/IP Stack, up to 16 simultaneous TCP or UDP sockets, up to 6 simultaneous TLS and SSL sockets |
| Clock Source | 40.0MHz crystal with internal oscillator, 32.768kHz crystal or external RTC |
Key Features
- Dedicated Wi-Fi Internet-on-a-chip™ with Arm® network processor to offload Wi-Fi and internet protocols from the host MCU.
- Supports various Wi-Fi modes: 802.11b/g/n station, 802.11b/g/n access point (AP), and Wi-Fi Direct® client/group owner.
- Advanced security features including WPA2 and WPA3 personal and enterprise security.
- IPv4 and IPv6 TCP/IP Stack with industry-standard BSD socket APIs.
- Flexible Wi-Fi provisioning methods: SmartConfig™, HTTP based on AP mode, and WPS2.0.
- Optimized low-power management with shutdown, hibernate, and low-power deep sleep modes.
- Integrated DC/DC converters supporting a wide range of supply voltages.
- SimpleLink connection manager for autonomous and fast Wi-Fi connections.
- Support for HTTPS and RESTful API.
- Asymmetric keys crypto library.
Applications
- Cloud connectivity
- Internet gateway
- Home and building automation
- Appliances
- Access control
- Security systems
- Smart energy
- Industrial control
- Smart plug and metering
- Wireless audio
- IP network sensor nodes
- Asset tracking
- Medical devices
Q & A
- What is the CC3120RNMARGKR?
The CC3120RNMARGKR is a wireless network processor (NWP) from Texas Instruments, part of the SimpleLink™ Wi-Fi® family, designed for IoT applications.
- What Wi-Fi modes does the CC3120R support?
The CC3120R supports 802.11b/g/n station, 802.11b/g/n access point (AP) with up to four stations, and Wi-Fi Direct® client/group owner modes.
- What security protocols are supported by the CC3120R?
The device supports WPA2 personal and enterprise, WPA3 personal and enterprise, WEP, WPA™/ WPA2™ PSK, and 802.1x security protocols.
- What is the power consumption of the CC3120R in different modes?
The power consumption includes shutdown: 1µA, hibernate: 4.5µA, LPDS: 115µA, RX traffic: 59mA at 54 OFDM, and TX traffic: 229mA at 54 OFDM.
- What is the operating temperature range of the CC3120R?
The operating temperature range is –40°C to +85°C.
- What are the key features of the CC3120R's power management?
The device features integrated DC/DC converters, advanced low-power modes, and a wide supply voltage range.
- How does the CC3120R simplify Wi-Fi connections?
The CC3120R simplifies Wi-Fi connections through its SimpleLink connection manager and flexible Wi-Fi provisioning methods like SmartConfig™ and WPS2.0.
- What are some common applications of the CC3120R?
Common applications include cloud connectivity, home and building automation, appliances, access control, security systems, and more.
- What is the significance of the Arm® network processor in the CC3120R?
The Arm® network processor offloads many networking activities from the host MCU, significantly simplifying system integration and enhancing performance.
- How does the CC3120R support multiple internet protocols?
The device includes embedded TCP/IP and TLS/SSL stacks, an HTTP server, and multiple internet protocols, supporting up to 16 simultaneous TCP or UDP sockets.
- What kind of support and resources are available for the CC3120R?
The CC3120R is delivered with various tools, software, sample applications, user and programming guides, reference designs, and the TI E2E™ support community.
