RN52-I/RM116 Communications & Networking Modules by Microchip Technology

Status: Not Recommended
Series: RN52
RoHS: Compliant
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The RN52 Bluetooth audio module provides a fully integrated solution for delivering high-quality stereo audio in a small form factor.  It combines a Class 2 Bluetooth radio with an embedded DSP processor, controlled and configured by simple ASCII commands and GPIO.  It integrates RF, a baseband controller, and DSP, making it a complete Bluetooth audio wireless link.  The RN52 supports HSP/HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, SPP, and iAP profiles.  The RN52 is easily integrated into any system via a simple UART interface.  The module also supports Digital I/O, Stereo speaker output, Stereo microphone input, up to 11 General Purpose I/O’s, and 2 LED status outputs.

For the latest firmware details and corresponding part numbers, please visit: www.microchip.com/wirelessfirmware

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Features

Fully certified Bluetooth version 3.0 audio module, fully compatible with Bluetooth version 2.1+EDR, 1.2, and 1.1
Software configurable through commands over UART console interface
Embedded Bluetooth stack profiles: SPP, A2DP, HFP/HSP, and AVRCP
Supports iAP profile discovery for iPhone® and iPod® Bluetooth accessories
Postage-stamp-sized form factor, 13.5 x 26 x 2.7mm
Dual-channel, differential audio input and output for highest quality audio
External audio codecs supported via I2S and S/PDIF interface
Castellated SMT pads for easy and reliable PCB mounting
Environmentally friendly, RoHS compliant
Certifications: FCC, IC, CE
Bluetooth SIG certified

Specifications

Bluetooth Classic-Data/SPP Yes
Bluetooth Classic-Audio Yes
Bluetooth Low-Energy No
On Board Antenna Yes
On Board Shield Yes
BT SIG Certified Yes
FCC Certified Yes
Unshielded Option Available No
Host Interface UART
ASCII Interface Yes
Audio Channels Stereo
Analog Audio Out Yes
Digital Audio Out Yes
MIC-in 2
Line-in Yes
I2C 1
SPI Yes
PWM No
ADC Channels 2
Security AES128
Temp Sensor No
RSSI No
Rx Sensitivity -85 dBm
Memory Type Flash
Tx Power +4dBm
GPIO 11
Pin Count 50
Package Type Surface mount module
Package Size 13.5 x 26.0 x 2.7 mm
Temp Range Min -40C
Temp Range Max 85C
Operation Voltage Min 3.0V
Operation Voltage Max 3.6V
Pins | Packaging 35 | MODULE
Temp Range -40C to +85C
Packing Media Tray (70)

Environmental Information

JEDEC Indicator e4
ROHS Compliant
China EFUP Compliant
Device Weight (g) 1.6282
Shipping Weight (kg) 1.5
Lead Count 35
Package Type MODULE
Package Width or Size 13.4x25.8x2mm
Soldering Composition NiAu

Alternative Descriptions

Bluetooth 3.0 class 2 surface mount audio module with PCB trace antenna | Microchip Technology
Bluetooth, Version3.0, 2.4-2.48Ghz | Newark Electronics
Bluetooth 3.0 class 2 surface mount audio module with PCB trace antenna | Microchip Technology Inc. RN52-I/RM116 | RS Americas
Bluetooth Class II 3V to 3.6V 3Mbps 50-Pin SMD Tray | Avnet America
BLUETOOTH MODULE | Richardson RFPD


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Yes. This part has been flagged as RoHS Compliant by Microchip Technology.

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