Boardoza SAM-M10Q GNSS Breakout Board
The Boardoza SAM-M10Q GNSS Breakout Board is a high-performance global navigation satellite system (GNSS) solution based on the u-blox SAM-M10Q module. Featuring an integrated patch antenna, SAW filter, and LNA (Low Noise Amplifier), this board delivers exceptional sensitivity, fast acquisition time, and robust interference immunity for reliable positioning. Built on the u-blox M10 standard precision GNSS platform, the SAM-M10Q supports concurrent reception of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou signals. With multi-constellation support and advanced anti-jamming and anti-spoofing detection, this breakout board is ideal for applications such as asset tracking, drone navigation, smart agriculture, robotics, fleet management, wearable tracking devices, and IoT positioning systems.
Key Features
- Multi-GNSS Support: Concurrent reception of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou signals.
- Integrated Patch Antenna: Built-in antenna design for compact and simplified integration.
- High Sensitivity Reception: Excellent satellite acquisition even in weak signal environments.
- Advanced Jamming & Spoofing Detection: Reports interference attempts directly to the host MCU.
- Flexible Communication: Supports both UART and I²C interfaces.
- Wide Input Voltage Range: Operates with both 3.3V and 5V systems.
Technical Specifications
- Model
- u-blox SAM-M10Q
- Manufacturer
- Boardoza
- Manufacturer IC
- u-blox AG
- GNSS Platform
- u-blox M10
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V – 5.5V
- Power Input Type
- 4-pin 2.50mm header
- Voltage Logic Level
- 3.3V (PPS, RST, INT, SAFE pins), other pins are both compitable with 3.3 and 5V
- Communication Interfaces
- UART, I²C
- Concurrent GNSS
- GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
- Integrated Components
- Patch Antenna, SAW Filter, LNA
- Position Accuracy
- ~1.5 m CEP (typical, open sky)
- Cold Start Time
- ~23 s (typical)
- Hot Start Time
- ~1 s (typical)
- Operating Temperature
- -40°C to +85°C
- Board Dimensions
- 40mm x 40mm
Board Pinout
( J1 ) UART Connector
| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | VCC | Power Supply (3.3V – 5.5V) |
| 2 | RXD | UART Receive Data |
| 3 | TXD | UART Transmit Data |
| 4 | GND | Ground |
( J2 ) I²C Connector
| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | VCC | Power Supply (3.3V – 5.5V) |
| 2 | SCL | I²C Serial Clock |
| 3 | SDA | I²C Serial Data |
| 4 | GND | Ground |
( J3 ) Control & Timing Pins
| Pin Number | Pin Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | PPS (TIMEPULSE) | Precision timing output (PIO4, 2 mA drive capability) |
| 2 | RST | System Reset (Active Low, ≥1 ms pulse) |
| 3 | INT | External Interrupt Input |
| 4 | SAFE | Safeboot Mode (Active Low, leave open if unused) |
Datasheet
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