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Detailed Description

The NEO-6M GPS Module is a cost-effective, standalone satellite navigation receiver designed to provide continuous, high-accuracy positioning data. At its core is the advanced u-blox 6 position engine, engineered to track up to 50 satellite channels simultaneously with a rapid Time-To-First-Fix (TTFF) of under 27 seconds from a cold start.

What sets this specific breakthrough layout apart is its integrated AT24C32 EEPROM memory chip paired with a rechargeable MS621FE backup coin-cell battery. This subsystem enables the module to instantly save configuration parameters, satellite ephemeris profiles, and last-known positions into non-volatile storage. When powered back on, the module bypasses slow "cold initialization" loops and drops immediately into a fast, highly precise "hot start" calculation loop.

Key Features and Benefits

• Standalone High-Gain Antenna: Shipped with a detachable, high-sensitivity ceramic patch antenna that optimizes signal locking even in moderately dense environments.

• Onboard Configuration Memory: The built-in EEPROM safely saves custom settings (such as baud rate tweaks or update frequency profiles) so settings aren't wiped when power drops.

• Signal Status LED Indicator: Features an onboard LED that remains solid during satellite searches and flashes cleanly once a successful position lock is secured.

• 5V Logic Friendly Integration: Built with an integrated low-dropout (LDO) voltage regulator, allowing the board to run safely on standard 3.3V or 5V power rails.

Technical Specifications

How to Use

The NEO-6M module uses serial communication to stream data packages using standard NMEA sentences ($GPRMC, $GPGGA, $GPGSA, etc.).

Pinout Configuration:

1. VCC: Connect to 3.3V or 5V DC on your microcontroller board.

2. GND: Connect to common system Ground.

3. TXD (Transmit): Connect to your microcontroller's hardware or software Serial Receive pin (RX).

4. RXD (Receive): Connect to your microcontroller's hardware or software Serial Transmit pin (TX).

Quick Software Deployment:

• Securely connect the external ceramic antenna to the miniature IPEX/U.FL connector socket on the board.

• Mount the module outdoors or near a window with a clear, unobstructed line of sight to the open sky.

• Open your microcontroller IDE (e.g., Arduino IDE) and install an open-source parsing engine such as the TinyGPS++ or NeoGPS library.

• Initialize your serial port at 9600 baud. Call parsing functions inside your code loop to isolate raw NMEA data into readable data variables like gps.location.lat() and gps.location.lng().

Common Applications

• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs): Serving as the core location anchor for custom quadcopters and autonomous drone flight control systems.

• Vehicle Telematics & Asset Tracking: Building IoT fleet management devices to upload real-time transit locations over GSM/GPRS.

• Automated Data Loggers: Creating geographical mapping equipment to timestamp sensor metrics at exact earth coordinates.

• Marine & Hiking Navigators: Crafting handheld, portable orientation instruments for wilderness navigation.

Package Includes

• 1 x NEO-6M GPS Module Control Board with Integrated EEPROM

• 1 x High-Gain Ceramic Patch Antenna with Connecting Cable

• 1 x 4-Pin Straight Male Header Strip

Shipping & Delivery

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• Free Shipping: Enjoy Free Shipping on all orders above ₹999 across India.

• Dispatch Time: Your order will be carefully packed and dispatched within 1-3 business days.

• Estimated Delivery: Expect your package at your doorstep within 3-7 business days (depending on your specific location).

• Secure Packaging: We use specialized anti-static and cushioned packaging to ensure total safety and safe transit of all your sensitive electronic components.