GPS-29491 GNSS Flex pHAT - DAN-F10N

This SparkFun GNSS Flex pHAT kit combines the dual-band DAN-F10N with the capability of a Raspberry Pi or other 40-pin single-board computer.

Equip your Raspberry Pi projects with meter-level, dual-band GNSS positioning using the SparkFun DAN-F10N GNSS Flex pHAT. This development platform combines our versatile GNSS Flex pHAT carrier board with the reliable DAN-F10N GNSS Flex Module, providing an affordable and easy-to-integrate solution for any single-board computer with a 40-pin header.

The GNSS Flex pHAT acts as the bridge between your Raspberry Pi and the modular SparkPNT ecosystem. It mounts securely via an extended 40-pin header and connects to the included GNSS module using standardized 2x10-pin headers, making it simple to swap modules for repairs or future upgrades.

• Raspberry Pi Connectivity: Standard 40-pin GPIO header for a direct, secure connection.
• USB-C Port: Provides an alternative data interface to the GNSS module.
• microSD Card Slot: Perfect for data logging position, velocity, and time data.
• Mounting Hardware Included: Comes with the necessary standoffs, screws, and an extended header for a clean, stable setup.

Economical Urban Performance

At the heart of this module is the affordable u-blox DAN-F10N, engineered to excel where other receivers struggle. By harnessing dual-band L1/L5 GNSS technology and a sophisticated multipath mitigation engine, it delivers meter-level accuracy in challenging environments like dense urban canyons.

Additionally, its robust RF architecture features a SAW-LNA-SAW filter chain and an additional notch filter for the LTE B13 band. This design provides exceptional out-of-band interference rejection, ensuring clean signal reception even when operating near cellular modems.

Flexible Antenna Options

The DAN-F10N includes a high-performance, integrated 20mm x 20mm x 8mm dual-band patch antenna. This Right-Hand Circularly Polarized (RHCP) antenna offers a wide beamwidth, giving you flexibility in device orientation without sacrificing performance. Need even more range? An onboard switch allows you to easily connect an external dual-band antenna to maximize signal reception for your specific application.

Powerful Software & Connectivity

Get up and running quickly with comprehensive software support. The DAN-F10N is fully compatible with the u-blox u-center 2 GNSS software, a tried and tested tool for real-time performance analysis, configuration, and data logging.

• Fast Acquisition: Utilize AssistNow Online, Offline, and Autonomous A-GNSS services for significantly reduced time-to-first-fix.
• Standard Protocols: Interface directly with the module using the industry-standard NMEA 4.11 or the powerful UBX binary protocol for advanced control.

Users have the option to connect an external GNSS antenna to their GNSS receiver.

• The GNSS Flex module has a U.FL connector for an external antenna.
• Users can find GNSS AntennAs in our catalog.

This product requires a Raspberry Pi (or similar single-board computer). Users can find Raspberry Pi and Nvidia single-board computers in our catalog. 
By default, we use the Raspberry Pi's primary serial bus (i.e. TX: GPIO14/Pin 8; RX: GPIO15/Pin 9) to communicate with the GNSS receiver on our SparkPNT GNSS Flex modules.

Product includes:

• x1 - SparkFun GNSS Flex pHAT
• x1 - SparkPNT GNSS Flex Module - DAN-F10N
• x1 - Tall GPIO Female Headers - 2x20 Pin
• x4 - Aluminum Hex Standoff (Thread: M2.5-0.45; Length: 16mm)
• x8 - Phillips Machine Screw (Thread: M2.5-0.45x8mm)

Does not include:

• Raspberry Pi (or similar single-board computer)

Features & Specs

GNSS Flex pHAT:

• 40-pin socket for Raspberry Pi header
• 40-pin header for GNSS Flex modules
• Two 2x20-pin, 2mm-pitch male headers
• Power
• 3.3V
• Backup power
• USB bus detect (not a power source)
• USB data
• UART (x4)
• SD card
• I²C bus
• PPS signal (x2)
• LED indicators (x2)
• Event indicators (x2)
• USB-C connector
• Interfaces directly w/ GNSS Flex Module
• Antenna bridge
• U.FL connector
• SMA connector
• µSD card socket
• Qwiic connector
• Indicator LEDs
• PWR (Red)
• PPS (Yellow)
• RTK (White)
• PVT (Blue)
• Twenty-four jumpers
• Raspberry Pi GPIO isolation (x16)
• LED power isolation (x4)
• I²C pull-up resistors (x4)