Latest portfolio of WLAN modules based on Marvell chipsets

New Panasonic Wi-Fi modules based on Marvell chipsets are now available from MSC. Two modules are offered, - the PAN90x0 Series supporting only the 2,4GHz Wi-Fi and secondly the PAN90x5 Series supporting 2.4GHz WLAN/BT combo module. Both modules support 802.11 b/g/n while the combo module can be used with Bluetooth v4.0 Smart Ready in addition. The modules are delivered in a SMD package and in very compact size (22/26.75mm x 13.5mm x 2.4mm) and can be delivered with antenna or as 50ohm pad versions. The driver platforms for both host controlled Wi-Fi modules are Linux and Android. Features include Soft-Access Point, Client Mode, Wi-Fi Direct and security features like WPA and AES encryption. Furthermore, the software package from Marvell consists of various applications, demonstration code and utilities. The cost-competitive modules provide a typical RF output power of +18dbm and a receiver sensitivity of -98dBm. An on-board power management unit for low-power operation is supporting deep sleep and standby modes. The excellent 802.11 wireless radio is combined with baseband processor, medium access controller, and encryption unit. An onboard boot ROM with patching capability, internal SRAM, in-system programmable flash memory and other peripherals complete the comprehensive module. Total cost of ownership is reduced by integrating crystal oscillators. The PAN90x0 Series is available in different versions based on Marvell’s 88W8782 SoC; with USB or SDIO including the antenna (PAN9020) or as an 50-Ohm Pad version (PAN9010). At the moment this module is only supplied with consumer grade temperature range of 0C - 70C. Alternatively the modules of PAN90x5 Series are also available in four different versions based on Marvell 88W8797 SoC; either with antenna or 50 Ohm Pad and in consumer grade temperature range or in extended temperature grade from -30 – 85°C. The implemented 2x2 MiMo technology on this module offers improved radio range and throughput, but allows also simultaneous data transmission over multiple streams using the same frequency. Development kits are also available. Embedded world, Hall A2, Booth 260.