Product Description

The YCHIOT MAX5007-SMA Long Range UWB Module is a high-power Ultra-Wideband (UWB) transceiver module based on the Decawave DW1000 chipset. It is designed for long-range wireless communication, precision distance measurement, Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS), robotics, industrial automation, asset tracking, and positioning applications.

The module integrates a UWB transceiver with Power Amplifier (PA) and Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) circuitry to provide extended communication range compared with standard DW1000-based modules. According to the manufacturer, the module can achieve a communication distance of up to approximately 1000 m (1 km) under suitable conditions.

The MAX5007-SMA supports data rates of 110 kbps, 850 kbps, and 6.8 Mbps, making it suitable for applications requiring either long-range communication or higher-speed UWB data transfer. It supports Two-Way Ranging (TWR) and Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA) positioning methods.

The manufacturer specifies positioning/ranging accuracy of up to approximately 10 cm under suitable system conditions. Actual accuracy and range depend on antenna selection, RF configuration, line-of-sight conditions, installation environment, calibration, transmit power, and applicable RF regulations.

This SMA version features an external SMA antenna connector, allowing a suitable UWB antenna to be selected according to the required application and operating conditions.

Features

High-power Ultra-Wideband (UWB) transceiver module
Based on Decawave DW1000 UWB chipset
Integrated Power Amplifier (PA)
Integrated Low Noise Amplifier (LNA)
Manufacturer-specified communication range up to approximately 1 km
Supports IEEE 802.15.4-2011 UWB
RF operation approximately 6.0–8.0 GHz
Detailed RF range of approximately 6240–6998.9 MHz
Supports Band 5/7 operation
Maximum data rate up to 6.8 Mbps
Supports 110 kbps, 850 kbps, and 6.8 Mbps data rates
Supports Two-Way Ranging (TWR)
Supports TDOA positioning
Manufacturer-specified accuracy down to approximately 10 cm
Programmable transmit output power
SPI host interface
Integrated 38.4 MHz reference crystal
Configurable GPIO interface
IRQ, reset, and wake-up functionality
External SMA antenna connector
3.3 V operation
Compatible with DWM1000 footprint/interface
Suitable for long-range RTLS and positioning applications

Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	MAX5007-SMA
Manufacturer	YCHIOT
UWB IC	Decawave DW1000
Wireless Technology	Ultra-Wideband (UWB)
Standard	IEEE 802.15.4-2011
RF Operating Band	Approximately 6.0–8.0 GHz
Detailed RF Range	6240–6998.9 MHz
Channel Bandwidth	Approximately 499.2 MHz
Maximum Data Rate	6.8 Mbps
Supported Data Rates	110 kbps / 850 kbps / 6.8 Mbps
Communication Range	Up to approximately 1000 m
Positioning Accuracy	Down to approximately 10 cm
Ranging Method	TWR
Positioning Method	TDOA
Host Interface	SPI
Typical Supply Voltage	3.3 V
Operating Supply Range	2.2–3.6 V
Sleep Current	Approximately 40 µA
Idle Current	Approximately 13.4 mA
TX Current	Up to approximately 140 mA
RX Current	Up to approximately 160 mA, Channel 5
Reference Crystal	38.4 MHz
Antenna	External UWB antenna
Antenna Connector	SMA
Number of Pins	24
Operating Temperature	-40°C to +85°C
Approximate Dimensions	40 × 13 mm
Approximate Weight	3.2 g

Pin Configuration

Pin	Signal	Function
1	EXTON	External device enable
2	WAKEUP	Wake-up control
3	RSTn	Reset
4	GPIO7	GPIO / Sync
5	VDDAON	Always-on supply
6	VDD3V3	3.3 V supply
7	VDD3V3	3.3 V supply
8	GND	Ground
9	GPIO6 / SPIPHA / EXTRXE	GPIO / SPI phase / RX enable
10	GPIO5 / SPIPOL / EXTTXE	GPIO / SPI polarity / TX enable
11	GPIO4 / EXTPA	GPIO / PA control
12	GPIO3 / TXLED	GPIO / TX indicator
13	GPIO2 / RXLED	GPIO / RX indicator
14	GPIO1 / SFDLED	GPIO / SFD indicator
15	GPIO0 / RXOKLED	GPIO / RX OK indicator
16	GND	Ground
17	SPICSn	SPI chip select
18	SPIMOSI	SPI MOSI
19	SPIMISO	SPI MISO
20	SPICLK	SPI clock
21	GND	Ground
22	IRQ / GPIO8	Interrupt / GPIO
23	GND	Ground
24	GND	Ground

Recommended Antenna Specification

The MAX5007-SMA requires a suitable UWB antenna connected through its external SMA connector. A standard Wi-Fi antenna should not be assumed to provide suitable UWB performance.

Parameter	Recommended Specification
Frequency Range	3.5–8.0 GHz
Impedance	50 Ω
Gain	Approximately 3 dBi
VSWR	≤2.0
Polarization	Vertical
Radiation Pattern	Omnidirectional
Reference Length	Approximately 110 mm
Connector	Compatible SMA

Note: Antenna is not included unless specifically mentioned in the package contents.

Working Principle

The MAX5007-SMA uses the DW1000 UWB transceiver to transmit and receive very short-duration UWB radio signals. The host microcontroller communicates with the module through the SPI interface and controls functions such as transmission, reception, ranging, configuration, and status monitoring.

For distance measurement, the module can use Two-Way Ranging (TWR). In a typical TWR system, two UWB devices exchange precisely timed messages. The measured signal transmission and reception timing is used to calculate the distance between the devices.

For positioning applications, the module can also support TDOA (Time Difference of Arrival) systems. Multiple fixed anchors can receive signals from a tag, and the differences in signal arrival times can be used to determine the tag’s position.

The integrated PA and LNA help improve the RF link performance, while the external SMA connector allows the use of an appropriate UWB antenna.

Interfacing

The module communicates with a host controller through SPI and can be interfaced with suitable:

ESP32 development boards
STM32 microcontrollers
Arduino-compatible controllers
Raspberry Pi
Other SPI-capable embedded controllers

For a basic hardware implementation, use a suitable 3.3 V supply with appropriate decoupling. The manufacturer’s recommended implementation includes 10 µF and 0.1 µF decoupling capacitors positioned close to the module.

The SPI signals include SPICLK, SPIMOSI, SPIMISO, and SPICSn. The module also provides IRQ, RSTn, and WAKEUP signals for interrupt, reset, and wake-up control.

Applications

Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS)
Long-range UWB ranging
Indoor positioning systems
Outdoor positioning prototypes
Industrial asset tracking
Personnel tracking
Robot localization
Autonomous robot navigation
Warehouse positioning
Anchor and tag networks
Two-Way Ranging systems
TDOA positioning systems
Precision distance measurement
Industrial automation
Wireless sensor networks
Robotics projects
IoT positioning systems
Embedded UWB applications
Research and development projects
High-accuracy location tracking

Package Includes

1 × YCHIOT MAX5007-SMA High-Power Long Range UWB Module

Note :- Antenna is not included.

Product Disclaimer

The communication range of up to approximately 1 km and positioning/ranging accuracy of approximately 10 cm are manufacturer-specified values under suitable conditions and should not be considered guaranteed performance for every installation.

Actual performance may vary depending on antenna characteristics, antenna placement, transmit power, RF configuration, obstacles, line-of-sight conditions, interference, environmental conditions, system calibration, and applicable regulatory transmit-power limitations.

For precision ranging applications, antenna-delay calibration is recommended after the final antenna and hardware configuration have been selected.

The actual module appearance, dimensions, connector position, markings, and other physical characteristics may vary slightly depending on the manufacturing batch.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the YCHIOT MAX5007-SMA?

The YCHIOT MAX5007-SMA is a high-power UWB transceiver module based on the Decawave DW1000 chipset. It is designed for long-range wireless communication, ranging, positioning, RTLS, robotics, and asset-tracking applications.

2. What is the maximum communication range?

The manufacturer specifies a communication range of up to approximately 1 km under suitable conditions. Actual range depends on the antenna, environment, line of sight, RF configuration, transmit power, and regulatory restrictions.

3. What chipset does this module use?

The module is based on the Decawave DW1000 UWB transceiver.

4. What data rates are supported?

The module supports 110 kbps, 850 kbps, and 6.8 Mbps, with a maximum specified data rate of 6.8 Mbps.

5. Does the module support distance measurement?

Yes. It supports Two-Way Ranging (TWR) for UWB-based distance measurement.

6. Does it support TDOA positioning?

Yes. The MAX5007 supports Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA) positioning when used as part of a suitable multi-anchor positioning system.

7. What positioning accuracy can it achieve?

The manufacturer specifies accuracy down to approximately 10 cm under suitable system conditions. Actual accuracy depends on antenna characteristics, calibration, installation, multipath, line of sight, and system design.

8. What interface does the module use?

The module uses an SPI interface for communication with a host microcontroller or processor.

9. Can I use this module with ESP32?

Yes. The module can be interfaced with an ESP32 through SPI, provided the electrical levels, power requirements, pin configuration, and appropriate DW1000 software support are correctly implemented.

10. Can I use it with Arduino?

Yes. It can be interfaced with suitable Arduino-compatible boards that provide an appropriate SPI interface and sufficient software support for the DW1000.

11. Can I use it with Raspberry Pi?

Yes. The module can be connected to a Raspberry Pi through SPI and the required control and interrupt signals.

12. What supply voltage does the module require?

The typical supply voltage is 3.3 V, with a specified operating supply range of approximately 2.2–3.6 V.

13. Does the module include an antenna?

No. The MAX5007-SMA module does not include an antenna unless specifically mentioned in the package contents.

14. What type of antenna should I use?

A suitable UWB antenna should be used. The recommended reference specification is approximately 3.5–8.0 GHz, 50 Ω impedance, around 3 dBi gain, and VSWR ≤2.0.

15. Does the module have an SMA connector?

Yes. The MAX5007-SMA variant has an external SMA antenna connector.

16. How many pins does the module have?

The module has 24 pins, including power, ground, SPI, GPIO, IRQ, reset, and wake-up connections.

17. What is the operating temperature range?

The specified operating temperature range is approximately -40°C to +85°C.

18. Can this module be used for robot localization?

Yes. Its UWB ranging and positioning capabilities make it suitable for robot localization, autonomous navigation, indoor positioning, and anchor/tag-based tracking systems.

19. Can it be used for warehouse asset tracking?

Yes. The module can be used in UWB-based asset tracking and RTLS systems, where tags and fixed anchors are used to determine the location of equipment or other assets.

20. Is the 1 km range guaranteed?

No. The 1 km figure is a manufacturer-specified maximum under suitable conditions. Actual range can be significantly affected by antenna selection, obstacles, line of sight, RF environment, installation, transmit power, and regulatory limitations.

21. Is the 10 cm accuracy guaranteed?

No. The approximately 10 cm figure is a manufacturer-specified performance value under suitable conditions. Proper antenna-delay calibration and system design are important for achieving high ranging accuracy.

22. Does it require antenna calibration?

For precision ranging applications, antenna-delay calibration is recommended after the final antenna and hardware configuration have been selected.

23. What is the module size?

The approximate module dimensions are 40 × 13 mm, with an approximate weight of 3.2 g.

24. Can it be used for indoor and outdoor positioning?

Yes. It can be used for both indoor and outdoor UWB positioning prototypes, subject to appropriate antenna selection, installation, RF configuration, and local regulations.

25. Is this module suitable for long-range RTLS?

Yes. Its high-power UWB design, integrated PA/LNA, DW1000 chipset, TWR/TDOA support, and external SMA antenna interface make it suitable for long-range RTLS development.

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