The Telink ML9118A is a wireless IoT module featuring Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, and 802.15.4 connectivity (Zigbee/Thread/Matter), specifically designed for applications in smart homes, lighting, and remote controls. It includes a 32-bit RISC-V microcontroller running at 160 MHz, along with 576KB SRAM, 4MB flash, and various peripheral interfaces like SDIO 3.0, 19x GPIOs, I2C, SPI, UART, and an I2S for audio.
Specifications for the Telink ML9118A module (ML9118A-GAIA-M0-PG12) include:
– MCU: 32-bit dual-core RISC-V MCU @ 160MHz
– Memory: 576KB SRAM
– Storage: 4MB embedded flash
– Wireless connectivity:
– 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi 6 IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ax
– Bluetooth 5.4 LE
– 802.15.4 radio compatible with Matter 1.3, Zigbee 3.0, and Thread
– Transmission and reception power details
– Peripherals: SDIO 2.0, up to 19x GPIO, 2x SPI, 2x I2C, 3x UART, I2S audio interface, 6-channel PWM controller
– Security: Secure boot, OTA updates, multiple encryption and hash options, and a true random number generator
– Power consumption specifics for different modes
– Dimensions: 25.5 x 18 mm
– Certifications: FCC, IC, CE, TELEC, NCC, SRRC, ROHS, REACH, ESD(+2kV)
Competing IoT modules include Espressif System ESP32-C6, NXP iW612, among others. Telink offers a Zephyr SDK for its wireless chips and the AIOT-DK2 development kit, which comes with a user manual.
AIOT-DK2 specifications:
– Includes Telink ML9118A wireless module
– Audio capabilities: 3.5mm audio jack, speaker and microphone headers
– USB Type-C for power
– GPIO connector for expansion
– Debugging: JTAG connector
– Additional features: user buttons, LEDs, headers for various functionalities
– Power supply: 5V via USB-C
Other technical documents, the TLSR9118 datasheet, and board files are obtainable through Telink representatives. The availability of the Telink ML9118A module and development board is suggested, however, pricing details remain undisclosed. More information can be found on the product page and the press release.
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