Compact new module features low power consumption and embedded BTLE stack

Now available from RS Compnents, the Panasonic PAN1740 Series is a compact 2nd generation Bluetooth Low Energy (BTLE) transceiver module featuring low power consumption and has an embedded BTLE stack. Low power consumption of 5mA in Tx or Rx mode reduces battery requirements by up to 50% when compared to current generation BTLE devices. Measuring just 9mm x 9.5mm x 1.8mm footprint, the unit is housed in a shielded case with integrated crystal oscillators and chip antenna. The PAN1740 Series is qualified to the Bluetooth 4.0 standard. To help reduce time to market a designer-friendly easy-to-use USB dongle development kit version is also available.