u-blox SAM-M8Q User Manual

SAM-M8Q
Easy-to-use u-blox M8 GNSS antenna module
Hardware Integration Manual
Abstract
This document describes the hardware features and
specifications of the SAM-M8Q patch antenna module,
which features the u-blox M8 concurrent GNSS engine with
reception of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and QZSS signals.
www.u-blox.com
UBX-16018358 - R05
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u-blox SAM-M8Q Specifications

General

Channels	72
Update Rate	up to 10 Hz
Navigation Sensitivity	-167 dBm
Acquisition Sensitivity	-148 dBm
Tracking Sensitivity	-167 dBm
Cold Start	26 s
Hot Start	1 s
Assisted Start	2 s
Operating Voltage	2.7 V to 3.6 V
Type	GNSS module
Position Accuracy	2.5 m
Interface	UART
Operating Temperature	-40°C to 85°C

Summary

Hardware Description

Overview

Describes the SAM-M8Q module as a concurrent GNSS patch antenna module with u-blox M8 engine.

Configuration

Explains how configuration settings are modified using UBX protocol messages and retained.

Connecting power

Details the three power supply pins (VCC, VCC_IO, V_BCKP) and their functions.

Interfaces

I/O pins

Electromagnetic interference on I/O lines

Design

Pin description

Footprint and paste mask

Antenna

Embedded antenna operation

PCB layout suggestion

Product handling

Packaging, shipping, storage and moisture preconditioning

Soldering

EOS/ESD/EMI precautions