User's Guide

6 Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1.2 BLE
The module offers a novel firmware solution upgrade by augmenting LoRa, together with Bluetooth
Low Energy (BLE). As LoRa protocol is not suitable for transmitting large amounts of data, MatchX
has combated this with BLE, offering a quick, robust and remote way of updating your software.
It is a perfect method in cases where a sensor may be mounted in an unaccessible place like in a
basement, sealed container box or behind a wall. Moreover BLE together with provided mobile app
enables you to configure your module and read its status and additional data.
1.2 Main Features
Long range, long battery life, flexible sensor configuration and wireless firmware update are the key
features that are offered by the Core module.
1.2.1 Hardware
• +18dBm output power in 868MHz
• -146dBm sensitivity of LoraWAN packets
• integrated LoRa and BLE antennas connectors
• 0 Hz up to 96 MHz 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0 microcontroller
• Dialog DA14680
• Semtech SX1276
• Li-ION battery charger
• ultra low power design
1.2.2 Software
• Runs LoRa and Bluetooth stack simultaneously
• Bluetooth low energy (Bluetooth 4.2 specification)
• Low power consumption modes
• Easy to use software package
• Eclipse-based IDE
• Firmware upgrade over the air
• Mobile application
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Currently there is no Class B support in server yet, but the hardware and firmware are fully
prepared for Class B specification, it is expected to support Class B in future firmware upgrade.