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NXP Semiconductors JN5169/001K
- Part No.:
- JN5169/001K
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- RF Transceiver ICs
- Package:
- 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
-
JN5169/001K.pdf
- Description:
- IC RF TXRX+MCU 802.15.4 40HVQFN
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Product details
Overview
JN5169/001K from NXP Semiconductors is a 32-bit IEEE 802.15.4-compliant wireless microcontroller for ZigBee PRO, Smart Energy, Light Link, and Home Automation applications. It integrates a 2.4 GHz transceiver (−96 dBm sensitivity, +10 dBm max TX), 512 kB Flash, 32 kB RAM, 4 kB EEPROM, and 20 DIO pins - enabling coin-cell-powered operation with 50 nA deep sleep current and OTA firmware updates without external memory.
For engineers reviewing the JN5169/001K datasheet, JN5169/001K pinout, JN5169/001K application, or JN5169/001K equivalent, key selection criteria include RX current (13 mA low-power mode), integrated 128-bit AES security coprocessor, antenna diversity support, 6-channel 10-bit ADC with battery/temperature sensing, and HVQFN40 package compatibility with industrial temperature range (−40 °C to +125 °C).
Technical Context
The JN5169/001K implements a unified-memory 32-bit RISC CPU with variable-width instructions and programmable clock speeds (1–32 MHz), sharing processing resources between IEEE 802.15.4 MAC acceleration, ZigBee PRO stack execution, and user application code. Its radio subsystem includes O-QPSK modulation, hardware CRC generation, auto-ACK, and MAC accelerator logic tightly coupled to the baseband controller.
Power management integrates multiple low-power modes: deep sleep (50 nA), sleep timer mode (0.7 µA), and low-power receive (13 mA). The analog subsystem features a 10-bit ADC with six inputs, internal battery monitor and temperature sensor, dual comparators, and dedicated supply rails (VDDA, VDDD, VB_DIG, VB_RF1/VB_RF2) decoupled per specification to maintain RF and analog integrity.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Wireless Standard | IEEE 802.15.4-2006 compliant PHY/MAC; supports ZigBee PRO, Smart Energy, Light Link, Home Automation profiles |
| Transceiver Sensitivity | −96 dBm; enables reliable link budget of 106 dB at +10 dBm output for robust indoor mesh networking |
| TX Output Power | Configurable up to +10 dBm (23.3 mA); selectable 8.5 dBm (19.6 mA) or 3 dBm (14 mA) for range vs. power trade-offs |
| Memory | 512 kB embedded Flash (10 k write cycles), 32 kB RAM, 4 kB EEPROM (100 k write guarantee) - eliminates need for external non-volatile storage |
| Low-Power Performance | 50 nA deep sleep (IO wake-up), 0.7 µA sleep timer mode, 13 mA low-power RX - supports >10-year coin-cell operation |
| ADC & Sensors | 6-channel 10-bit ADC with dedicated battery monitor and on-die temperature sensor - enables self-contained energy monitoring |
| Security | Hardware 128-bit AES-CCM engine supporting MIC-32/-64/-128, ENC, ENC-MIC-32/-64/-128 - meets IEEE 802.15.4 security requirements |
| Operating Voltage | 2.0 V to 3.6 V single-supply operation - compatible with CR2032, Li-SOCl₂, and regulated 3.3 V systems |
Pinout & Package
HVQFN40 package: plastic thermal-enhanced very thin quad flat, 6 × 6 × 0.85 mm body, 40-terminal, lead-free and RoHS compliant. Exposed paddle (VSSA) must be connected to ground per PCB layout rules in Section 15.1.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| RF_IO (Pin 13) | RF antenna interface | Single-ended 50 Ω RF port requiring two inductors and two capacitors for microstrip matching; supports antenna diversity |
| XTAL_IN / XTAL_OUT (Pins 5/4) | 32 MHz system oscillator | Drives 16 MHz system clock via internal divider; requires external crystal and load capacitors to analog ground |
| VDDA / VDDD / VB_DIG / VB_RF1/VB_RF2 (Pins 9/30/35/12/14) | Dedicated supply rails | Separate analog/digital/RF power domains with specific decoupling: 100 nF ceramic each, plus 10 µF tantalum common |
| DIO0–DIO19 (Pins 16–17, 18–19, 26–34, 36–40) | Multi-function digital I/O | 20 configurable pins supporting UART, SPI master/slave, I²C, PWM, timers, ADC inputs, comparator, JTAG, and antenna diversity signals |
| RESET_N (Pin 3) | Active-low reset input | Internally pulled up (500 kΩ); external assertion forces full hardware reset - critical for reliable boot sequence |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated IEEE 802.15.4 MAC accelerator | Offloads packet formatting, CRC calculation, address filtering, and auto-ACK - reduces CPU overhead and improves real-time responsiveness |
| Antenna diversity with auto-RX switching | Uses ADO/ADE outputs (Pins 16/17) and energy detection to select optimal antenna path - enhances link reliability in multipath environments |
| Unified memory architecture | Linear 32-bit address space maps Flash, RAM, EEPROM, peripherals, and I/O registers - simplifies C-based firmware development and stack integration |
| Programmable sleep timers & tick timer | Two low-power sleep counters plus one tick timer enable precise wake-up scheduling without CPU intervention - essential for periodic sensor polling |
| On-die temperature and battery monitoring | Internal sensors feed directly into ADC channels - eliminates external components for state-of-charge and thermal derating in battery-powered nodes |
| JTAG debug interface | TCK/TMS/TDO/TDI on Pins 26/27/28/29 - enables full boundary-scan, flash programming, and real-time debugging without additional probes |
Applications
| ZigBee Smart Energy Metering | ZigBee Light Link Lighting Control |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Wireless electricity/gas/water meter with HAN (Home Area Network) connectivity to gateway and utility backhaul. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary wireless SoC handling IEEE 802.15.4 PHY/MAC, ZigBee SE profile stack, secure OTA updates, and local sensor interfacing. Use Value: 50 nA deep sleep and 13 mA RX current extend battery life beyond 10 years; integrated AES ensures compliance with ANSI C12.22 and DLMS/COSEM security mandates. | Use Scenario: Self-powered wall switch or remote control using energy harvesting (e.g., piezoelectric actuation) to toggle LED luminaires. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Ultra-low-power endpoint node executing ZigBee Light Link profile with minimal BOM - no external Flash or crypto IC required. Use Value: On-chip 4 kB EEPROM stores network keys and device state across power cycles; 0.7 µA sleep timer enables sub-second wake latency for responsive user interaction. |
| ZigBee Home Automation Thermostat | Industrial Wireless Sensor Node |
Use Scenario: Battery-powered HVAC controller with temperature/humidity sensing, display interface, and cloud-connected gateway communication. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central processing and wireless hub managing local sensor fusion, UI rendering, and secure ZigBee HA cluster messaging. Use Value: 6-channel ADC acquires thermistor, humidity, and supply voltage data simultaneously; 32 kB RAM accommodates both ZCL stack and application logic without external memory. | Use Scenario: Harsh-environment condition monitor (vibration, temperature, pressure) deployed in factory automation or smart building infrastructure. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Ruggedized edge node performing time-synced sampling, local preprocessing, and encrypted IEEE 802.15.4 transmission to coordinator. Use Value: −40 °C to +125 °C operating range and 128-bit AES ensure long-term reliability in uncontrolled enclosures; antenna diversity mitigates RF shadowing near metal structures. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar wireless microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| EM3581-RTR | 2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 SoC with 256 kB Flash, 32 kB RAM; no integrated EEPROM; lower RX sensitivity (−94 dBm) | Lacks on-chip EEPROM and battery/temperature sensors; requires external crypto for ZigBee SE compliance | Prefer JN5169/001K when OTA updates, sensor integration, or extended battery life are mandatory |
| JN5179-001-M00 | Successor with 1 MB Flash, 128 kB RAM, enhanced security, and improved RF performance (−97 dBm sensitivity) | Pin-compatible upgrade path but requires updated SDK and revised power supply design for higher current draw | Select JN5169/001K for cost-sensitive, field-deployed ZigBee HA/SE products where legacy software stability is prioritized |
Compared with EM3581-RTR, JN5169/001K delivers superior battery life and integrated sensing; versus JN5179-001-M00, it offers proven maturity and lower BOM cost at the expense of newer feature set and marginally reduced RF link budget.
Availability
JN5169/001K is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for ZigBee Smart Energy metering, Light Link lighting controls, and Home Automation thermostats requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for JN5169/001K includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor leader specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT markets, with core expertise in wireless standards and embedded security.
The JN5169/001K belongs to NXP's ZigBee-certified wireless MCU family, designed specifically for ultra-low-power, standards-compliant mesh networking in battery-operated and energy-harvesting endpoints.
FAQ
What is the maximum transmit power and corresponding current draw for JN5169/001K?
JN5169/001K supports configurable TX output up to +10 dBm at 23.3 mA, 8.5 dBm at 19.6 mA, or 3 dBm at 14 mA. These values are measured under standard conditions per the NXP datasheet Rev. 1.4 and reflect actual DC current consumption during RF transmission - critical for estimating battery lifetime in high-duty-cycle applications.
Does JN5169/001K support over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates without external memory?
Yes, JN5169/001K supports full OTA firmware updates using its on-chip 512 kB Flash and 4 kB EEPROM. The embedded memory architecture eliminates dependency on external serial Flash, reducing BOM count and board area while maintaining guaranteed 100 k write cycles for EEPROM and 10 k for Flash - validated in NXP's production test flow for JN5169/001K.
What are the supported low-power modes and their typical current consumption for JN5169/001K?
JN5169/001K offers deep sleep (50 nA with IO wake-up), sleep timer mode (0.7 µA), and low-power receive (13 mA). These modes are hardware-verified per NXP characterization data and enable >10-year operation on a CR2032 coin cell in intermittent-sensing applications - a key differentiator confirmed in the JN5169/001K datasheet Section 10.
How many ADC channels does JN5169/001K provide, and what is their resolution and use case?
JN5169/001K provides six 10-bit ADC input channels: dedicated ADC1 (Pin 15), shared ADC2/VREF (Pin 11), and ADC3–ADC6 mapped to DIO0–DIO3 (Pins 16–19). This configuration supports simultaneous battery voltage monitoring, temperature sensing, and analog sensor acquisition - all without external signal conditioning, as specified in the JN5169/001K functional description.
Is JN5169/001K pin-compatible with any successor devices, and what migration path exists?
JN5169/001K is not pin-compatible with JN5179-001-M00, though the latter shares the same HVQFN40 footprint and peripheral mapping. Migration requires PCB redesign due to differences in power supply routing (VB_RF1/VB_RF2 consolidation) and updated decoupling - documented in NXP's JN5179 hardware migration guide. JN5169/001K remains the recommended choice for legacy designs requiring unchanged layout and qualification.
JN5169/001K Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Type:
- TxRx + MCU
- RF Family/Standard:
- 802.15.4
- Protocol:
- Zigbee®
- Modulation:
- -
- Frequency:
- 2.4GHz
- Data Rate (Max):
- -
- Power - Output:
- 10dBm
- Sensitivity:
- -96dBm
- Memory Size:
- 512kB Flash, 4kB EEPROM, 32kB RAM
- Serial Interfaces:
- I2C, SPI, UART
- GPIO:
- 20
- Voltage - Supply:
- 2V ~ 3.6V
- Current - Receiving:
- 14.7mA
- Current - Transmitting:
- 23mA
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 125°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 40-HVQFN (6x6)
JN5169/001K FAQ
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of JN5169/001K?
All JN5169/001K units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with JN5169/001K, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The JN5169/001K part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for JN5169/001K:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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