Santa Clara, Calif., June 3, 2022 --- Socionext America today introduced the SC1240 Series radio-wave ranging sensors that use the 60GHz band with a built-in signal processing circuit for detecting the position and movement of a person with maximum accuracy. Sample shipments are scheduled for Q2 2022, and mass production in Q1 2023.
The SC1240 series is a radio-wave ranging sensor that complies with the global broadband 60GHz radio equipment standard. In addition to detecting the position and movements of a person, the sensor’s high-precision sensing and built-in signal processing circuits utilize a 6.8GHz (57.1 ~ 63.9GHz) wide band. This enables the detection of minute movements as positional information, making the device ideal for advanced applications such as tracking human movements and operation by gestures.
The broadband 60GHz radio-frequency range-finding sensor with built-in range-finding and angle-calculating signal processing circuit is the industry’s first. It is based on the company’s extensive experience and knowledge accumulated through years developing millimeter-wave radio communication LSIs and 24GHz radio-frequency range-finding sensors. The highly integrated SC1240 series uses 3D position information without the need for high frequency or advanced signal processing technology. It includes multiple antennas, wireless circuitry, A/D converters, FIFO memory, SPI interface, a high-performance sequencer that flexibly changes the duty cycle and controls power consumption, and a signal processing circuit for high-performance distance measurement and angle calculation. It also provides an autonomous start function. These features allow users to easily obtain the height and positional data on the X, Y, and Z planes for detection of multiple people, gesture without contact, and other high-precision sensing. Following the company’s debut of its SC1240AR3, Socionext will continue to develop products that meet customer needs and applications.
The new SC1240 series joins Socionext’s lineup of advanced radio-frequency ranging sensors powering the next generation advanced sensing applications. The full array of RF sensors enables Socionext’s goal to be the market leader in smart sensor technology and to contribute to better user experience.
SC1240 Series Specifications
| Key Features | 3D position detection (X, Y, Z coordinate output), 3D presence/absence detection, autonomous activation, automatic intermittent measurement, high-performance power supply noise filter, 11-bit oversampling ADC, advanced sequencer |
| Average Power Consumption | 0.72 mW at 0.1% duty cycle operation |
| transmission frequency | 57.1 ~ 63.9GHz |
| Package/Size | FC-BGA /4mm X 7mm X 1.2mm |
About Socionext America Inc.
Socionext America Inc. (SNA) serves as the US arm of Socionext Inc., a global leading fabless semiconductor supplier specializing in SoCs. Headquartered in Milpitas, California, SNA delivers cutting-edge technologies and a diverse array of customizable solutions. The company meets customer demands by providing high-quality semiconductor products, leveraging proven design methodologies and state-of-the-art implementation expertise. Additionally, SNA collaborates closely with industry-leading partners across manufacturing, IP, EDA, and software.
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About Socionext Inc.
Socionext Inc., a leading global System-on-Chip (SoC) supplier, is a pioneer of the ‘Solution SoC’ business model. This innovative approach encompasses Socionext’s ‘Entire Design’ capabilities and offering of ‘Complete Service’. As a trusted silicon partner, Socionext fuels global innovation, providing superior features, performance, and quality that set its customers’ products and services apart in diverse domains ranging from automotive and data centers to networking, smart devices, and industrial equipment.
Socionext Inc., based in Yokohama, operates offices across Japan, Asia, the United States, and Europe for development and sales. For more information, visit https://www.socionext.com/en/.
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