Nordic Semiconductor nRF9161
nRF9161 Companion IC - Low power cellular IoT System-in-Package with integrated LTE-M, NB-IoT, GNSS and DECT NR+ wireless modem
The nRF9161 sets a new standard for highly integrated System-in-Package (SiP) solutions, specifically designed for cellular IoT and DECT NR+ applications. Leveraging low-power LTE technology, advanced processing capabilities, and robust security features, the nRF9161 offers unparalleled performance and versatility. It offers enhanced capabilities compared to its predecessor (nRF9160), including DECT NR+ support and 3GPP release 14 LTE-M/NB-IoT support.
Key features
- Fully integrated SiP with 64 MHz Arm Cortex-M33 and multimode LTE-M/NB-IoT modem with DECT NR+ support and GNSS
- 700-2200 MHz LTE band support
- 1.9GHz NR+ band support
- Certified for global operation
- Dedicated programmable application processor and memory
- 1 MB flash + 256 KB RAM
- Arm TrustZone + Arm CryptoCell 310
Applications
- Asset tracking
- Smart Metering
- Smart city
- Smart Agriculture
- Predictive maintenance
- Portable Medical Devices
- Industry 4.0
nRF9161 DK - Development kit for LTE-M/NB-IoT/GNSS/DECT NR+
The nRF9161 DK is an affordable, pre-certified single board development kit for evaluation and development on the nRF9161 System-in-Package (SiP) for LTE-M, NB-IoT, GNSS and DECT NR+. It has a dedicated LTE-M, NB-IoT and DECT NR+ antenna that supports a wide range of bands to operate globally. The nRF9161 DK has the same coverage as the nRF9161 SiP. LTE bands B1-B5, B8, B12, B13, B17-B20, B25, B26, B28, B65, B66 and B85 are supported.
An integrated patch antenna for GNSS is also included on the PCB, while SWF RF connectors are available for measuring the performance of the RF
signals. Both antenna connectors also allow for the use of external antennas.
All GPIOs and interfaces are available via connectors. The kit is Arduino Uno Rev3 compatible, meaning it can easily interface with external device shields. User-programmable LEDs and buttons (4 each) are available for output and input.
The nRF9161 DK has both a nano/4FF SIM card slot and an MFF2 SIM footprint, to support plug-in and soldered (e)SIMs. The kit is shipped with a SIM card that is pre-loaded with free data. It also supports the use of Software SIM, further reducing power consumption.
Programming and debugging are enabled through the on-board SEGGER J-Link, which also supports programming and debugging external targets.
The nRF9161 DK is supported by a full suite of development software, tools and resources, including the Nordic Developer Academy’s Cellular IoT Fundamentals course.
The nRF9161 DK comes pre-flashed with our Serial LTE Modem application for interfacing through AT Commands. Getting started with other firmware samples is available in the Quick Start tool, found in nRF Connect for Desktop.
Key features
- Same certification coverage as nRF9161 SiP
- LTE-M/NB-IoT & GNSS antennas with respective SWF RF connectors
- SEGGER J-Link OB programmer/debugger
- Pins for measuring power consumption, e.g. with Nordic's Power Profiler Kit II
- User-programmable LEDs & buttons
- 3.0-5.5 V supply from external or 5 V
- Supply from USB
- Included SIM with free data
Applications
- Asset tracking
- Smart Metering
- Smart city
- Smart Agriculture
- Predictive maintenance
- Portable Medical Devices
- Industry 4.0
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