Description

The RN4020-V/RM is a Bluetooth module developed by Microchip, designed for wireless connectivity applications. It is a fully-certified Bluetooth version 4.1 module with an on-board embedded Bluetooth low energy stack. This module features a simple ASCII command interface over UART and allows for multiple IOs for control and status. It also includes advanced encryption methods, such as AES128, to ensure secure data transmission. The RN4020-V/RM has a compact form factor of 11.5 x 19.5 x 2.5mm and is environmentally friendly, RoHS compliant, with FCC, IC, CE, and QDID certifications. It supports various applications such as industrial monitoring and control, home automation, healthcare devices, asset tracking, proximity sensing, retail beacons, automotive, and smart appliances. In standalone mode, the module allows for analog and digital data collection through scripting. With its 7 dBm transmit power, it provides a range of over 100 meters. The module also features low power modes to extend battery life.

Features

Based on the product information provided, some of the features of the RN4020-V/RM are:

• Fully-certified Bluetooth version 4.0 module
• On-board embedded Bluetooth low energy stack
• Simple ASCII command interface over UART
• Multiple IOs for control and status
• Secure AES128 encryption
• Supports GAP, GATT, SM, L2CAP, and public profiles
• Ability to create custom services using command API
• Data streaming with Microchip's Low Energy Data Profile (MLDP)
• Scripting for standalone module operation with analog and digital data collection

Additionally, the RN4020-V/RM has a range of 100m+ due to its 7 dBm transmit power. It also supports low power modes and has a compact form factor. The module is field-upgradeable via UART interface or over-the-air and can be configured as peripheral or central, client or server.

Package

The package type of RN4020-V/RM is SMD Module-24, which refers to a surface-mount device (SMD) module with a size of 11.5 x 19.5 x 2.5mm.

Pinout

The RN4020-V/RM has a pin count of 24. The functions of each pin are:

• VCC: Power supply (3.3V)
• GND: Ground
• UART_RXD: UART receive data
• UART_TXD: UART transmit data
• CTS: Clear to send
• RTS: Request to send
• GPIO0-4: General-purpose input/output pins
• ADC0-1: Analog-to-digital converter inputs
• INT: Interrupt output

Please note that this information is based on the product description and may not be exhaustive. For more detailed information, please refer to the official datasheet or documentation provided by Microchip.

Manufacturer

The manufacturer of the RN4020-V/RM is Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontrollers, memory products, and semiconductors. They are a publicly traded company that specializes in the design, manufacture, and supply of a broad range of semiconductor products used in a wide variety of applications, including industrial, automotive, medical, and consumer markets.

Applications

The RN4020-V/RM Bluetooth module is suitable for various applications, including industrial monitoring and control, home automation, healthcare devices, asset tracking, proximity sensing, retail beacons, automotive, and smart appliances. Its compact form factor, low power modes, and secure encryption make it an ideal choice for a wide range of IoT projects.

Equivalent

The equivalent products to the RN4020-V/RM are other Bluetooth modules from Microchip, such as:

• RN4021-V/RM
• RN4677-V/RM
• RN4871-V/RM

These modules also feature a built-in antenna and support for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity. They may have slightly different specifications or features compared to the RN4020-V/RM, but they share similar characteristics as all-party qualified BLE modules.