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VERA-P1 series
Host-based V2X transceiver module
Data Sheet
Abstract
This technical data sheet describes the VERA-P1 series transceiver
module that enables development of electronics for Vehicle-to-
Everything (V2X) communication systems. The VERA-P1 series
includes an integrated MAC/LLC/Baseband processor and the
required RF front-end components. It is connected to a host
processor through a USB or SPI interface.
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UBX-17004377 - R04
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- Page 1 VERA-P1 series Host-based V2X transceiver module Data Sheet Abstract This technical data sheet describes the VERA-P1 series transceiver module that enables development of electronics for Vehicle-to- Everything (V2X) communication systems. The VERA-P1 series includes an integrated MAC/LLC/Baseband processor and the required RF front-end components.
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Page 2: U-Blox Reserves All Rights To This Document And The Information Contained Herein. Products, Names, Logos And Designs Described Herein May In
Production Information Final product specification. End of Life This document applies to the following products: Product Status Product name Type number Firmware version PCN reference VERA-P171 VERA-P171-00A-00 Prototype VERA-P173 VERA-P173-00A-00 Prototype VERA-P174 VERA-P174-00A-00 Prototype u-blox reserves all rights to this document and the information contained herein. Products, names, logos and designs described herein may in whole or in part be subject to intellectual property rights. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Contents Contents ..........................3 Functional description ....................5 Overview .............................. 5 Product features ........................... 5 Block diagrams ............................. 6 Product description ..........................6 Supported features ..........................7 Host interfaces ......................8 USB interface ............................8 SPI interface ............................ - Page 4 VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Labeling and ordering information ................25 Product labeling ..........................25 Explanation of codes........................... 25 Ordering codes ........................... 25 Appendix .......................... 26 Glossary ..........................26 Related documents......................27 Revision history ........................ 27 Contact ..........................28 UBX-17004377 - R04 Confidential Contents Page 4 of 28...
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Page 5: Functional Description
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 1 Functional description 1.1 Overview The VERA-P1 series are compact, embedded transceiver modules that enables development of electronics for Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) communication systems. These automotive grade modules are designed for applications such as traffic safety, intelligent traffic management and entertainment. The modules can be used for in-vehicle units (OBU - On Board Unit) –... -
Page 6: Block Diagrams
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 1.3 Block diagrams Figure 1: Block diagram of VERA-P171 Figure 2: Block diagram of VERA-P173 and VERA-P174 1.4 Product description Model Description VERA-P171 Single channel, no antenna diversity, one antenna VERA-P173 Single channel, antenna diversity, two antennas... -
Page 7: Supported Features
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 1.5 Supported features Compliance with WAVE and ETSI ITS G5 for US and Europe operations USB and SPI host interfaces Frequency band 5.850 – 5.925 MHz (channels 172, 174, 176, 178, 180, 182, 184) ... -
Page 8: Host Interfaces
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 2 Host interfaces 2.1 USB interface The VERA-P1 series module supports a USB 2.0 high-speed interface for firmware loading (booting) and high speed data transfer (> 200 Mbps). The USB interface of the module is powered with 3.3 V supply voltage. The module acts as a device on the USB bus. -
Page 9: Pin Definition
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 3 Pin Definition 3.1 Pin description Figure 3: Pin allocation (top view) UBX-17004377 - R04 Confidential Pin Definition Page 9 of 28... -
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VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Power Description Name type domain Ground Ground Ground Ground RSTn Module Reset, has internal pull-up 100k to VIO Ground Ground Power Baseband/Radio supply (3.0 to 3.6V) Ground Ground Leave unconnected Power I/O voltage (1.8/2.5/3.3V), in case of 1.8V pin 8 can get supply from pin B7 Ground Ground Leave unconnected... -
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VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Power Description Name type domain 5V0_A2 Power Antenna 2 radio front-end supply (4.5 to 5.5 V) Ground Ground SPI_MOSI SPI Bus SPI_MISO SPI Bus MOD_IO_SPARE Optional SPI CS Ground Ground Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected... -
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VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Power Description Name type domain Leave unconnected 1.8 V supply output, can be connected to pin 8 only as a VIO voltage source Ground Ground Leave unconnected Ground Ground Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected... -
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VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Power Description Name type domain Leave unconnected Ground Ground Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Ground Ground Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Ground Ground Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected Leave unconnected... -
Page 14: Electrical Specification
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 4 Electrical specification Stressing the device above one or more of the ratings listed in the Absolute Maximum Rating section may cause permanent damage. These are stress ratings only. Operating the module at these or at any conditions other than those specified in the Operating conditions section of this document should be avoided. -
Page 15: Peak Current Consumption
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 4.4 Peak current consumption Peak current (mA) Operation Mode 5V0_A1 5V0_A2 +23 dBm +15 dBm +10 dBm +0 dBm Table 7: Peak current consumption 4.5 Current consumption Power consumption for different operation modes – TBD Peak values are shown. -
Page 16: Radio Specifications
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 4.6 Radio specifications Parameter Operation Mode Specification 802.11p 5.85 – 5.925 GHz RF Frequency Range 802.11p OFDM Modulation 802.11p 3, 4.5, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 27 Mbps Supported Data Rates Supported Bandwidth 802.11p 10 MHz Maximum Transmit Power 802.11p 20 dBm ±... -
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VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Bit rate Target ACR (dB) Target opt. enc. ACR (dB) VERA-P1 typical ACR (dB) 3 Mbps (1/2BPSK) 4.5 Mbps (3/4BPSK) 6 Mbps (1/2QPSK) 9 Mbps (3/4QPSK) 12 Mbps (1/2QAM16) 18 Mbps (3/4QAM16) 24 Mbps (2/3QAM64) 27 Mbps (3/4QAM64) Table 10: Adjacent channel rejection Bit rate... -
Page 18: Mechanical Specifications
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 5 Mechanical specifications 5.1 Physical dimensions Figure 4: Physical dimensions UBX-17004377 - R04 Confidential Mechanical specifications Page 18 of 28... - Page 19 VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Symbol Description Millimeters Min. Nom. Max. Module Thickness Vertical distance from the solder mask to the pad surface 0.010 0.020 0.035 Width of the peripheral pads 0.70 0.75 0.80 Module horizontal dimension 24.8 BSC Horizontal dimension of the exposed thermal pads pattern 17.7 17.8 17.9...
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Page 20: Qualification And Approvals
Part 95, Subpart L covers DSRC service of On-Board Units. VERA-P173 authorization for Road Side Units is pending. 6.1.3 IC compliance 6.1.4 FCC and IC IDs Model FCC ID IC ID VERA-P171 VERA-P173 XPYVERAP173 VERA-P174 Table 14: FCC and IC IDs for different models of VERA-P1 series These approvals are pending. UBX-17004377 - R04... -
Page 21: Certification In Other Countries
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 6.1.5 Certification in other countries 6.2 Approved antennas VERA-P173 is certified to be used with dipole antennas of up to 6 dBi peak gain. Table 15 below lists an example of an approved antenna. Model name Manufacturer and description Gain [dBi] (peak) TD.10.5113... -
Page 22: Product Handling & Soldering
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 7 Product handling & soldering 7.1 Packaging The VERA-P1 series modules are delivered as hermetically sealed, reeled tapes to enable efficient production, production lot set-up and tear-down. For more information about packaging, see the u-blox Package Information Guide [1]. -
Page 23: Mounting Process And Soldering Recommendations
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 7.2.2 Mounting process and soldering recommendations The VERA-P1 series module is a surface mount module supplied on an 8-layer FR4-type PCB with gold plated connection pins and produced in a lead-free process with a lead-free soldering paste. The wrap page of the PCB is max. -
Page 24: Esd Handling Precautions
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet 7.2.3 ESD handling precautions VERA-P1 series modules are Electrostatic Sensitive Devices (ESD). Observe precautions for handling! Failure to observe these precautions can result in severe damage to the Wi-Fi receiver! Wi-Fi transceivers are Electrostatic Sensitive Devices (ESD) and require special precautions when handling. Particular care must be exercised when handling patch antennas, due to the risk of electrostatic charges. -
Page 25: Labeling And Ordering Information
Minor product version (not relevant for certification) Table 18: Part identification code 8.3 Ordering codes Ordering Code Product name Product VERA-P171-00A-00 VERA-P171 VERA-P171 automotive grade module VERA-P173-00A-00 VERA-P173 VERA-P173 automotive grade module VERA-P174-00A-00 VERA-P174 VERA-P174 automotive grade module EVK-VERA-P174-00A EVK-VERA-P174... -
Page 26: Appendix
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Appendix Glossary Name Definition COTS Commercial off-the-shelf Chip select Electrostatic Sensitive Devices ETSI European Telecommunications Standards Institute Federal Communications Commission Ground GPIO General-purpose input/output Industry Canada Logical Link Control Media Access Control nACR Non-adjacent channel rejection NLoS Non-Line-of-Sight On Board Unit... -
Page 27: Related Documents
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Related documents u-blox Package Information Guide, document number UBX-14001652 For regular updates to u-blox documentation and to receive product change notifications, register on our homepage (http://www.u-blox.com). Revision history Revision Date Name Comments 23-Feb-2017 ishe, kgom Initial release. -
Page 28: Contact
VERA-P1 series - Data Sheet Contact For complete contact information visit us at www.u-blox.com. u-blox Offices North, Central and South America Headquarters Asia, Australia, Pacific Europe, Middle East, Africa u-blox America, Inc. u-blox Singapore Pte. Ltd. u-blox AG Phone: +1 703 483 3180 Phone: +65 6734 3811 E-mail:...
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