Trimble Copernicus™ GPS Module

. Trimble quality at low cost
. 12-channel operation
. Operating temp -40° to +85°C
. Tape & reel packaging
. Pick & place assembly
. Reflow solderable
. Only 19 mm x 19 mm x 2.54 mm!
. Highly sensitive; -152 dBm
. TSIP, TAIP & NMEA support       
. Starter kit available
. ROHS compliant
. Ultra-low power: 93.9 mW (typ)       

Copernicus Data Sheet
Copernicus Manual

Introduction

Trimble’s Copernicus™ GPS receiver delivers proven performance and Trimble quality for a new generation of position-enabled products. It features the Trimble revolutionary TrimCore™ software technology for extremely fast startup times and high performance in foliage canopy and urban canyon environments.

Designed for the demands of automated, high-volume production processes, the Copernicus module is a complete 12-channel GPS receiver in a 19mm x 19mm x 2.54mm, thumbnail-sized shielded unit. The small, thin, single-sided module is packaged in tape and reel for pick-and- place manufacturing processes; 28 reflow-solderable edge castellations provide interface to your design without costly I/O and RF connectors. Each module is manufactured and factory tested to Trimble’s highest quality standards.

The ultra-sensitive Copernicus GPS receiver can acquire GPS satellite signals and generate fast position fixes with high accuracy in extremely challenging environments and under poor signal conditions. The module consumes typically 93.9mw at full power with continuous tracking. The module is RoHS (lead-free) compliant.

The Copernicus GPS module is a complete drop-in, ready-to-go receiver that provides position, velocity and time data in a user’s choice of three protocols. Trimble’s powerful TSIP protocol offers complete control over receiver operation and provides detailed satellite information. The TAIP protocol is an easy-to-use ASCII protocol designed specifically for track and trace applications. The bi-directional NMEA 0183 v3.0 protocol offers industry-standard data messages and a command set for easy interface to mapping software

Applications

Compatible with active or passive antennas, the Copernicus GPS receiver is perfect for portable handheld, battery-powered applications. The receiver’s small size and low power requirement make it ideal for use in Bluetooth appliances, sport accessories, personal navigators or cameras and computer and communication peripherals, as well as vehicle tracking, navigation, and security applications.

Copernicus Starter Kit

The Copernicus Starter Kit provides everything you need to get started integrating state of the art GPS capability into your application. The kit includes the reference interface board, which gives designers a visual layout of the Copernicus module on a PCB including the RF signal trace and RF connector, as well as the I/O connections of the 28 signal pins. Also included are a power converter, power adapter, GPS antennas, and the software for you to readily check out how easy it is to add Copernicus GPS to your application.

Key features

• THUMBNAIL-SIZED: Just 2.54 mm THIN 19 mm W x 19 mm L
• FAST MANUFACTURING Tape & reel packaging; Pick & place assembly; Reflow solderable
• HIGH PERFORMANCE Low power usage; 93.9 mW (typ). Highly sensitive; -152 dBm Fast TTFF (cold start): 39 sec
• FLEXIBLE Supports active or passive antennas NMEA, TSIP, TAIP protocols
• TRIMBLE VALUE High quality, low price RoHS compliant

Performance Specifications

Interface

Technical

Physical Characteristics

Accessories

	Ultra Compact Embedded 3.3V GPS Antenna (unpackaged): PN 57859-00 Ultra Compact 3.3V active miniature unpackaged antenna with 80mm cable Connector: HFL; mates directly to on-module RF connector 22 mm W x 21 mm L x 8 mm H, Gain 27dB
	Miniature Magnetic 3V GPS Antenna: PN 56237-50 (MCX) & PN 56237-52 (SMA) Compact, active micropatch antenna with 5-meter cable Connector: MCX or SMA; mates through the optional RF transition cables to on-module RF connector 50.5 mm L x 42 mm W x 13.8 mm H
Additional HIgh Performance Antennas	Special feature Antennas In addition to the above antennas Step Global supply antennas up to 40dB gain, down to 2mA current and with noise figures down to 0.5dB some of the highest in the business. Mounting options include covert, glass, pipe, through-hole, low profile surface and screw mounts.

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