LoRa Low-Frequency (169MHz)
Scope
Enrich radio connectivity capabilities with LoRa low-frequency (VHF-band) operating at 169 MHz
General Information
| Host board | insigh.io main board |
| Add-on Capabilities | Radio Modem based on RFM98W-169S2 (HopeRF) module |
| Chipset: Semtech’s SX1276 137 MHz to 1020 MHz Low Power Long Range Transceiver | |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 30.5 x 49 x 16.7 mm |
| Weight | 7 g |
External components required/recommended
- External VHF (169 MHz) Antenna with U.FL to SMA cable (example part number: 169M-ANT720)
Connection
| Connector | Special 10-pin Connector (Part number: 90325-0010 [Molex] ) |
| Cable | Special Flexible 10-pin Ribbon Cable (Part Number: 92317-1015 [Molex] ) |
Marking
| CE | planned |
| FCC | planned |
| RoHS | planned |
Firmware Support
- Currently, basic functionality of the shield can be enabled with the open-source Micropython library u-lora available in Github
- Full “insighio-ready” firmware support expected in Q2-23
Custom designs
The existing boards are highly configurable and expandable so if the existing boards do not fit your need, get in contact with us and we will tailor a solution for you with your customizations.