MAX-7 / NEO-7 / LEA-7 - Hardware Integration Manual
GPS.G7-HW-11006-1
Quick reference
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Quick reference
When using this manual for a design, make sure you also have the Data Sheet for the specific positioning
module (see the
For information about new designs, see section 3.1.
For information about migration, see sections 4.2.3 (MAX-7), 4.2.2 (NEO-7) and 4.2.4 (LEA-7).
Layout
Power
Interfaces
I/Os
Antenna
See section 3.3
See section 2.6
See section 2.7
Table 1: Quick guide to this document
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Hardware description
2.1
Overview
u-blox 7 modules are standalone GPS/GNSS positioning modules featuring the high performance u-blox 7
positioning engine. Available in industry standard form factors in leadless chip carrier (LCC) packages, they are
easy to integrate and combine exceptional positioning performance with highly flexible power, design, and
connectivity options. SMT pads allow fully automated assembly with standard pick & place and reflow-soldering
equipment for cost-efficient, high-volume production enabling short time-to-market.
For product features see the module Data Sheet.
To determine which u-blox product best meets your needs, see the product selector tables on the u-blox
website (www.u-blox.com).
2.2
Architecture
u-blox 7 modules consist of two functional parts - the RF block and the digital block (see
The RF block includes the input matching elements, the SAW band pass filter, the integrated LNA and the
oscillator, while the digital block contains the u-blox 7 GPS/GNSS engine, the RTC crystal and additional
elements such as the optional FLASH Memory for enhanced programmability and flexibility.
Figure 1: u-blox-7 block diagram
