Summary of SMALL HOST-BASED MODULE WITH WI-FI 5 AND BLUETOOTH LOW ENERGY 5
u-blox launched the JODY-W2, a compact 13.8mm x 19.8mm multiradio module for automotive and industrial use. Operating between -40ºC and 105ºC, it features AEC-Q100 qualified Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5 with separate antennas. The module supports simultaneous AP, STA, and P2P modes, allowing up to eight devices to connect for video streaming while handling parallel Wi-Fi and Bluetooth traffic efficiently.
Parts used in the JODY-W2:
- Wireless SoC
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) radio
- Bluetooth 5 radio
- Separate antenna for Bluetooth
- Separate antenna for Wi-Fi
u-blox has introduced the JODY-W2 multiradio module, a feature-rich and compact wireless module for automotive applications. by Ally Winning @ eenewsembedded.com
Measuring only a 13.8mm x 19.8mm to address the space constraints that car manufacturers face, the module can operate in temperatures from -40ºC to 105ºC. The module is also well suited for industrial applications.
The robust module uses the latest AEC-Q100 qualified wireless SoC technology. A variant is available for industrial control and monitoring applications without AEC-Q100 certification. It offers Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), covering both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency channels in addition to WPA3-compliant security mechanisms. It also has Bluetooth 5 capabilities, with both Bluetooth Classic and Bluetooth low energy. Separate antennas are used for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Specifications
- Dual band Wi‑Fi 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
- Dual‑mode Bluetooth 5 (Bluetooth BR/EDR and Low Energy)
- Supports operation at 105 ° C
- Simultaneous access point (AP), station (STA), or Wi‑Fi Direct (P2P)
- Optimized for parallel operation of Wi‑Fi and Bluetooth
JODY-W2 modules are able to provide an access point for connection with up to 8 devices with high enough enough bandwidth for video streaming through several devices at once. It can support parallel transportation of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth signals, and can simultaneously act as an access point and as a station, or conduct peer-to-peer communication.
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- What is the size of the u-blox JODY-W2 module?
The module measures only 13.8mm by 19.8mm. - Can the JODY-W2 operate in extreme temperatures?
Yes, it operates from -40ºC to 105ºC. - Does the module support Wi-Fi 5 standards?
It offers Wi-Fi 5 covering both 2.4GHz and 5GHz frequency channels. - How many devices can connect to the JODY-W2 access point?
It provides an access point for connection with up to 8 devices. - Is the module suitable for automotive applications?
Yes, it uses AEC-Q100 qualified wireless SoC technology for automotive use. - Does the module support simultaneous Wi-Fi and Bluetooth operation?
It is optimized for the parallel operation of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth signals. - What security mechanisms does the module offer?
It includes WPA3-compliant security mechanisms. - Can the module act as a station and access point simultaneously?
Yes, it can simultaneously act as an access point and as a station.
