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Acroview Technology, the industry leader in IC Programming, recently released the latest programming software update and a list of newly supported chip models. Among them,
the programming of NORDIC Semiconductor's cellular Internet of Things system level packaging device nRF9160 has been supported by Acroview's general programming platform AP8000.
The nRF9160 is a compact, highly integrated system level package (SiP) that makes the latest low-power LTE technology and advanced processing and security accessible and easy to use, suitable for various single device low-power cellular Internet of Things (cIoT) designs.
Built in ARM Cortex-M33 application specific processor, full LTE modem, RF front-end (RFFE), and power management system. NRF9160 is the most compact, complete, and energy efficient cellular Internet of Things solution on the market.
The integrated modem supports LTE-M and NB-IoT, and can operate globally without requiring any regional customization. All energy saving features, including eDRX and PSM, are supported, and IPv4/IPv6 supports Transmission and Security (TCP/TLS) levels. Modem firmware upgrade through secure, encrypted firmware wireless update (FOTA).
The Arm Cortex-M33 application processor is equipped with 1MB flash memory and 256KB RAM, making advanced application development possible in a single device solution.
This chip integrates a GPS receiver and provides various operating modes to adapt to various applications that use the position tracking function.
NRF9160 has a rich selection of built-in general-purpose interfaces and peripherals, including 12-bit ADC, RTC, SPI, and I ² C、I ² S, UARTE, PDM, and PWM.
Use Arm TrustZone technology to isolate and protect firmware and hardware, including memory and peripherals, for the best security in its class. Arm TrustZone helps build reliable and secure Internet of Things applications that feature secure startup, trusted firmware updates, and trusted root execution without affecting performance.
Arm CryptoCell further enhances security by providing cryptographic algorithms and security resources to help protect your Internet of Things applications from various attacks and threats. CryptoCell is designed for high-performance cryptographic solutions optimized for power constrained devices.
The nRF9160 supports both SIM and eSIM cards for connection and authentication with mobile network operators.
The nRF9160 hardware and development kit is currently in mass production for complete end-to-end sensor to cloud development.
LTE bands B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, and B66 have been certified.
Key Features
• Fully integrated SiP for cellular IoT
• Dedicated application processors and memory
• Multimode LTE-M/NB IoT modem with integrated RFFE
• GPS assisted
• Single model has passed global operation certification and operation certification
• LTE band certification: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66
• Mobile network operator certification: AIS, AT&T, Bell, Telstra, Verizon, Vodafone, KDDI, LGU+, etc
• Global and regulatory certifications: GCF, PTCRB, FCC, CE, ISED, ACMA RCM, NCC, IMDA, MIC, MSIP, IFT, ICASA, NBTC
• Certification Overview: nordicsemi.com/9160cert
• 10x16x1.04mm LGA package
LTE-M/NB IoT Modem
• Integrated RFFE
• Support for 700-2200 MHz LTE band
• 23dBm output power
• Assisted GPS
• eDRX and PSM power saving modes
• Enhanced coverage mode
• SMS, IPv4/IPv6
• TCP/UDP, TLS/DTLS
Single pin 50 Ω antenna interface
• UICC interface
Application processor
• 64MHz Arm ® Cortex ®- M33 CPU
• Arm TrustZone ® For trusted execution
• Arm CryptoCell 310 for accelerated encryption
• 1MB Flash memory and 256KB RAM
• 4xSPI/UART/TWI
• PDM, I2S, PWM, ADC
• Automatic power and clock management
• 32 GPIOs
Application
• Logistics and asset tracking
• Smart City
• Intelligent agriculture
• Industrial and predictive maintenance
• Wearable and medical
LTE-M/NB IoT Modem
The nRF9160 LTE modem integrates RFFE, radio, and baseband. It supports global operations, eliminating the need for cIoT products to be divided into multiple regional models.
LTE modems support half duplex FDD operation as well as all energy saving and enhanced coverage modes, providing a single pin antenna interface.
LTE stack layers L1 through L3, IPv4/IPv6, TCP/UDP, and TLS/DTLS are all part of modem firmware. The application processor communicates with the LTE modem through the BSD secure sockets API, and includes application layer protocols such as HTTP, CoAP, MQTT, or LWM2M, as well as the application itself.
The nRF9160 LTE modem supports both SIM and eSIM in plug-in or soldered forms, providing power to the SIM and automatically handling all communication operations.
Designed for truly low-power cIoT
The specially designed nRF9160 SiP fully leverages the energy efficiency possibilities associated with LTE-M and NB-IoT standards. Nordic designs all hardware and software to provide an unparalleled, optimized, efficient, low-power cIoT solution.
The nRF9160 supports PSM and eDRX power saving modes, resulting in longer sleep operation times. For LTE-M and NB-IoT applications, the minimum current for PSM is as low as 2.7 uA, the eDRX interval is 655 seconds, and the average current for LTE-M is 6 uA, while the average current for NB-IoT is 9 uA.
Overall block diagram
The AP8000 universal programmer independently developed by Acroview Technology includes three main parts: the host, the backplane, and the adapter seat.
The host supports USB and NET connections, allowing networking of multiple eMMC Programmer, achieving the goal of controlling multiple programmers to programming simultaneously. The built-in chip safety protection circuit ensures that even short circuits caused by chip reversal or other reasons can be immediately detected and powered off to ensure the safety of the chip and programmer. Embedded high-speed FPGA greatly accelerates data transmission and processing. There is an SD card slot on the back of the host computer. The engineering files produced by the PC software are placed in the root directory of the SD card and inserted into the slot. By pressing the buttons on the programmer, you can select, load, and execute commands such as burning engineering files to achieve the goal of being operable without the PC,
greatly reducing the cost of PC hardware configuration, and facilitating and quickly matching the working environment.
The AP8000 makes the host more scalable by adding an adapter board to the backplane. Currently, it supports all devices produced by mainstream semiconductor manufacturers, including TI, ST, MicroChip, Atmel, Hynix, Macronix, Micron, Samsung, Toshiba, and so on. Supported device types include NAND, NOR, MCU, CPLD, FPGA, EMMC, and other file formats, including Intel Hex, Motorola S, Binary, and POF.
Company Profile
About Nordic Semiconductor: Founded in 1983, Nordic is a Norwegian fabless semiconductor company dedicated to providing high-quality, easy-to-use, reliable, and cost-effective ultra-low power consumption (ULP) solutions for the wireless market. Through its four distinctive product lines - 2.4GHz RF, ANT, Bluetooth low-power, and Sub 1-GHz RF, The company enables customers to choose the solution that best meets their specific application needs.
About ACROVIEW Technology: ACROVIEW is a leading global provider of semiconductor chip programming solutions. The company adheres to changing the world with technology, driving the future with intelligence, and continuously creating value for customers. Acroview's AP8000 universal programmer platform and the latest IPS5000 automated burner solution provide one-stop solutions for customers in the semiconductor and electronic manufacturing fields. The company has served leading global customers such as Huawei, BYD, and Foxconn.
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