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BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P
BluNor BC40C is a powerful, highly flexible, ultra low power Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) using Nordic
nRF5340 SoC. With a dual core ARM Cortex
an integrated PCB trace antenna or a chip antenna. It allows faster time to market with reduced development
cost.
No external component needed to minimize host PCB area: Both 32 MHz and 32.768 KHz, -40
20 PPM crystals are integrated. DCDC inductors for VDD and VDDH are integrated.

Specifications:

nRF5340 CLAA, dual core ARM
Application Core
• 128/64 MHz Cortex M33 with FPU and DSP
instructions
• 1MB flash, 512KB RAM
• 8KB 2-way set associate cache
• ARM® TrustZone® Cryptocell-312 co-processor
Network core:
• 64 MHz Cortex M33 with 2KB instruction cache
• 256KB flash, 64KB RAM
• 2.6 mA in RX and 3.2 mA in 0dBm TX
• Receiver Sensitivity: -98 dBm at 1Mbps
• TX power: programmable +3dBm to -20dBm
• BLE 5.1 data rate: 2Mbps, 1Mbps, 500kbps, 125kbps.
DC-DC converter, inductors for VDD, VDDH on
board.
Direct powered by Lithium batteries or USB supply (up
to 5.5V)
Serial Wire Debug (SWD)

Model Summaries

module
SoC
Size
32 MHz and 32.768 kHz crystals
DC converter inductors, VDD,VDDH
BT Antenna
Max TX
Operating temp.
Availability
TM
M33 MCU, embedded 2.4GHz multi-protocol transceiver, and
®
Cortex M33
BC40C
nRF5340 CLAA
8.4x11.5x1.5 mm
Integrated
Integrated
Chip
-40
o
C to +105
o
C
Sample 05/2021
Nordic SoftDevice Ready
Over-the-Air (OTA) firmware update
48 General purpose I/O pins
USB 2.0 full speed (12 Mbps) controller
QSPI interface
Type 2 NFC-A tag with wake-on field, Touch-to-pair
support
Programmable peripheral interconnect (PPI)
12 bit/200 Ksps ADC, 8 configurable channels with
programmable gain
Temperature sensor
Up to 3x pulse width modulator (PWM)
Audio peripherals: I
(PDM)
5 x 32 bit timers with counter mode
Up to 3x SPI masters/3x SPI slaves
2
Up to 2x I
C compatible 2-wire masters/slaves
2x UART (CTS/RTS)
Quadrature Demodulator (QDEC)
2x real time counters (RTC)
LGA pins: 64.
Both 32 MHz and 32.768KHz crystals on board
Integrated PCB trace or chip antenna
Operation voltage: 1.7V to 5.5V
Q D I D :
BC40M
nRF5340 CLAA
8.4(10.1)x12.7x1.5mm
Integrated
Integrated
PCB trace
Note: can only used with the
identical trace as approved,
and designed in the manual.
Modification of the trace
requires class II of the
antenna changes.
-40
o
C to +105
o
C
Sample 05/2021
1
Ver 0.90 May 2021
o
C to +105
2
S, digital microphone interface
BC40P
nRF5340 CLAA
8.4x9x1.5mm
Integrated
Integrated
Pads for external
-40
o
C to +105
o
C
Sample 06/2021
o
C,

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  • Page 1: Specifications

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 BluNor BC40C is a powerful, highly flexible, ultra low power Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) using Nordic nRF5340 SoC. With a dual core ARM Cortex M33 MCU, embedded 2.4GHz multi-protocol transceiver, and an integrated PCB trace antenna or a chip antenna. It allows faster time to market with reduced development cost.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Mechanical Drawings ............................8 Pin Assignments of BC40C ..........................11 Pin Function ............................... 14 Mounting BC40M and BC40C on the Host PCB ....................15 Host Board Design for Low Cost or Long Range ....................16 4. BC40C Evaluation Board..........................17 EV-BC40C and EV-BC40M Evaluation Board Schematics ................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    BC40C Block Diagram The following is a block diagram of BC40C. Antenna circuit and main clock are integrated. All 48 GPIOs of nRF5340 can be accessed from main board. For lower power consumption at idle state, a 32.768 kHz crystal can be added on the host board.
  • Page 4: Codes Development Using Nordic Tools

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 2. Codes Development Using Nordic Tools Development tools from Nordic and other third party development tools recommended by Nordic should be used. Over-The-Air DFU The nRF52840 is supported by an Over-The-Air Device Firmware Upgrade (OTA DFU) feature. This allows for in the field updates of application software and SoftDevice.
  • Page 5: Product Descriptions

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 3. Product Descriptions Brief description of nRF5340 SoC is provided. For full description of the SoC, please download from Nordic Semiconductor website. https://www.nordicsemi.com/eng/Products/Bluetooth-low-energy...
  • Page 6: Block Diagram Of Nrf5340

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 Block Diagram of nRF5340 The following is a block diagram of Nordic nRF5340 Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) SoC. Arrows with white heads indicate signals that share physical pins with other signals.
  • Page 7 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 nRF5340 is a wireless ultra-low power multiple core System on Chip (SoC) integrating two fully programmable Arm Cortex M33 processors, advanced security features, a range of peripherals, and a multi protocol 2.4 GHz transceiver.
  • Page 8: Mechanical Drawings

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 Mechanical Drawings Soldering pads are identical for BC40C, BC40M, and BC40P. All modules have 64 LGA (Land Grid Array) pins. Antenna areas are different. Mechanical drawings are different. BC40C mechanical drawings, top view. Module size is 8.4x11.5x1.5mm.
  • Page 9 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 BC40M mechanical drawings, top view. Module size is 8.4 (10.1) x 12.7 x 1.5mm, L-shape.
  • Page 10 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 BC40P mechanical drawings, top view. Module size is 8.4x9.0x1.5mm.
  • Page 11: Pin Assignments Of Bc40C

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 Pin Assignments of BC40C The followings are BC40C and BC40M pin assignment. Pin functions are in a table in next section. Please refer to Nordic nRF5340 Product Specifications for detailed descriptions and features supported. https://infocenter.nordicsemi.com/index.jsp?topic=%2Fstruct_nrf53%2Fstruct%2Fnrf5340.html&cp=3_0...
  • Page 12 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 BC40P pin assignment is below. It has two additional pins for external antenna connection. BC40C/M/P BC40P nRF5340 pin# Only pin# pin name Descriptions Connection to an external antenna, BC40P only. Ground for an external antenna.
  • Page 13 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 P021 GPIO P019 GPIO P009 GPIO, High speed SPI_MOSI P102/I2C GPIO, I2C interface P003/NFC2 GPIO, NFC antenna connection P008 GPIO, High speed SPI clock SWDIO Serial wire debug data for debug and programming...
  • Page 14: Pin Function

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 P111 GPIO P114 GPIO P115 GPIO USB data No Connect Ground Pin Function...
  • Page 15: Mounting Bc40M And Bc40C On The Host Pcb

    • We don’t recommend mounting BC40C module in the middle of a host PCB. BC40P shall be mounted near the external connector for an antenna. For the best Bluetooth range performance, keep all external metal at least 30mm from the antenna area.
  • Page 16: Host Board Design For Low Cost Or Long Range

    Host Board Design for Low Cost or Long Range On nRF53 series SoCs, Nordic offers various memory options and protocol supports. Fanstel offers various antenna and power amplifier options. A host board can be designed to accommodate these nRF53 modules.
  • Page 17: Bc40C Evaluation Board

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 4. BC40C Evaluation Board An evaluation board consists of the followings: • Mini USB cable • Evaluation board • 10-conductor cable for connection to Nordic nRF53 DK (DK is not included)
  • Page 18: Ev-Bc40C And Ev-Bc40M Evaluation Board Schematics

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 EV-BC40C and EV-BC40M Evaluation Board Schematics BC40C and BC40M evaluation board schematics can be this one or the EV-BC40P schematics on the next page.
  • Page 19: Ev-Bc40P Evaluation Board Schematics

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 EV-BC40P Evaluation Board Schematics BC40P module has two additional pins for an external antenna. They are connected to an u.FL connector on the evaluation board.
  • Page 20: Nordic Development Tools

    Some firmware, Android OS, and iOS app codes can be downloaded from Bluetooth 5 Codes section of this Fanstel webpage. http://www.fanstel.com/download-document/ BC40 firmware can be used in all nRF5340 modules without power amplifier, e.g., BC40C, BC40M, and BC40P. Android OS Apps The following Android OS apps are available for download from Google Play Store: BlueNor nrf5x: to use with Bluetooth 5 stacks, AT commands, or Slave firmware.
  • Page 21: Ev-Bc40C Evaluationboard Schematics

    Evaluation board schematics and Gerber files can be downloaded from http://www.fanstel.com/download-document/ Evaluation board can be used as a reference design for using modules. EV-BC40C is designed for the BC40C soldering pads with 64 pins. This EV board can also be used for BC40M and BC40P modules. An external antenna required but not included in EV-BC40P.
  • Page 22: Miscellaneous

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 5. Miscellaneous Soldering Temperature-Time Profile for Re-Flow Soldering Maximum number of cycles for re-flow is 2. No opposite side re-flow is allowed due to module weight. Cautions, Design Notes, and Installation Notes Failure to follow the guidelines set forth in this document may result in degrading of the product’s functions and damage to the product.
  • Page 23 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 (7) this product away from other high frequency circuits. Notes on Antenna and PCB Layout  (1) Don’t use a module with internal antenna inside a metal case. (2) For PCB layout: • Avoid running any signal line below module whenever possible, •...
  • Page 24 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 (7) These products are intended for general purpose and standard use in general electronic equipment, such as home appliances, office equipment, information and communication equipment. Storage Notes  (1)The module should not be stressed mechanically during storage.
  • Page 25 (6) If an abnormal voltage is applied due to a problem occurring in other components or circuits, replace these products with new products because they may not be able to provide normal performance even if their electronic characteristics and appearances appear satisfactory. (7) When you have any question or uncertainty, contact Fanstel.
  • Page 26: Packaging And Lot Number

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 Packaging and Lot Number Production modules are delivered in reel, 1000 modules in each reel. Lot number for modules made after May 2019, can be used to track silicon version of SoC, module PCB version, and production test code version.
  • Page 27: Revision History

    BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 ÉTIQUETTE CI Le fabricant d'équipement d'origine (OEM) doit s'assurer que le transmetteur modulaire OEM doit être étiqueté avec son propre numéro IC. Cela comprend une étiquette clairement visible à l'extérieur de l'enceinte du produit final qui affiche le contenu indiqué...
  • Page 28 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 Contact Us United States: Fanstel Corp. 7466 E. Monte Ctisto Ave. Scottsdale AZ 85260 Tel. 1 480-948-4928 Fax. 1-480-948-5459 Email: module@fanstel.com Website: www.fanstel.com Taiwan: Fanstel Corp. 10F-10, 79 Xintai Wu Road Xizhu, New Taipei City, Taiwan 22101 泛世公司...
  • Page 29 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the part responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 30 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 Industry Canada (IC) Statement This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
  • Page 31 BLE 5.1, Modules, BC40C, BC40M, BC40P Ver 0.90 May 2021 Information for the OEM and Integrators The following statement must be included with all versions of this document supplied to an OEM or integrator, but should not be distributed to the end user.

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