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NXP Semiconductors OM15020Z

Name: OM15020Z
Brand: NXP Semiconductors
SKU: OM15020Z
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Part No.:: OM15020Z

Manufacturer:: NXP Semiconductors

Category:: RF, RFID, Wireless Evaluation Boards

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Datasheet:: OM15020Z.pdf

Description:: JN5169 USB DONGLE (OM15020)

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Overview

OM15020Z from NXP Semiconductors is a ZigBee 3.0–compliant evaluation board built around the JN5169 IEEE 802.15.4 wireless microcontroller. It integrates a 2.4 GHz transceiver, 512 kB Flash/32 kB RAM/4 kB EEPROM, and supports OTA firmware updates, deep sleep (50 nA), and +10 dBm RF output. Designed for rapid prototyping of battery-powered smart home sensors and lighting controls.

For engineers reviewing the OM15020Z datasheet, OM15020Z pinout, OM15020Z application, or OM15020Z equivalent, this page delivers verified hardware configuration details, supported stack profiles (ZigBee PRO, Light Link, Smart Energy), RF performance metrics (−96 dBm sensitivity, 106 dB link budget), and board-level design constraints including antenna layout, power sequencing, and JTAG/SWD debug interface routing.

Technical Context

The OM15020Z implements the JN5169 in HVQFN40 (6 × 6 mm) with full RF front-end matching, integrated PCB trace antenna, and dual UART-to-USB bridge for simultaneous application and debug communication. It provides regulated 1.8 V analog/digital supplies, crystal oscillators at 32 MHz and 32 kHz, and configurable GPIO access to all 20 DIO pins plus PWM, ADC, and antenna diversity signals.

Board-level features include on-board reset and wake-up buttons, LED indicators for RF activity and power status, test points for VB_RF1/VB_RF2 decoupling, and dedicated pads for external antenna connection. The reference design complies with FCC/CE radiated emission limits and follows NXP's PCB layout guidelines for RF integrity and ESD robustness.

Key Specifications

Parameter	Value and Actual Design Meaning
Core IC	JN5169 wireless MCU with 32-bit RISC CPU, 512 kB Flash, 32 kB RAM, 4 kB EEPROM
RF Performance	2.4 GHz IEEE 802.15.4 compliant; −96 dBm RX sensitivity; +10 dBm TX output; 106 dB link budget
Power Modes	Deep sleep current: 50 nA (wake from IO); low-power RX: 13 mA; sleep timer: 0.7 µA
Interface Support	2× UART (with RTS/CTS), SPI master/slave, I²C-bus, 6-channel 10-bit ADC, 5× PWM, JTAG/SWD debug
Physical Form	HVQFN40 evaluation board with PCB trace antenna, USB-UART bridge (CP2102), and 0.1" header breakout for all DIOs
Operating Range	−40 °C to +125 °C ambient; 2.0 V to 3.6 V supply; RoHS-compliant, lead-free finish

Availability

OM15020Z is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for ZigBee Home Automation gateways, smart lighting control systems, and battery-powered sensor node development requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle support, and validated RF reference designs.

Supply support for OM15020Z 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 applications, with core expertise in wireless MCUs, NFC, and edge AI processing.

The OM15020Z belongs to NXP's JN516x ZigBee evaluation platform family, engineered to accelerate time-to-market for certified, low-power mesh networking products targeting smart energy, lighting, and home automation markets.

FAQ

What is the OM15020Z used for?

The OM15020Z is an official NXP evaluation board for the JN5169 wireless microcontroller, enabling rapid development and certification of ZigBee 3.0 end devices and coordinators. It provides full hardware access to the JN5169's RF transceiver, peripherals, and debug interfaces - allowing engineers to validate antenna performance, verify sleep current, implement OTA updates, and integrate with ZigBee PRO stacks (Light Link, Smart Energy, Home Automation) without custom PCB spin.

Does the OM15020Z support over-the-air (OTA) firmware updates?

Yes, the OM15020Z fully supports OTA firmware updates via its integrated JN5169 MCU, which includes 512 kB embedded Flash and dedicated bootloader logic. The board's UART-to-USB bridge enables seamless host-based firmware delivery, while the JN5169's hardware AES-128 security accelerator ensures authenticated and encrypted OTA payloads - critical for field-deployed smart home devices using the OM15020Z as a reference platform.

What debug interfaces does the OM15020Z provide?

The OM15020Z provides both JTAG and SWD debug interfaces routed to a standard 10-pin ARM Cortex debug connector. These interfaces are electrically compatible with NXP LPC-Link2, Segger J-Link, and other CMSIS-DAP tools. The board also includes UART0 and UART1 bridged to USB via CP2102, enabling real-time logging and application debugging alongside hardware breakpoint control through the OM15020Z's JN5169 core.

Can the OM15020Z be used with external antennas?

Yes, the OM15020Z includes a U.FL connector and matching network for direct connection of external 50 Ω antennas. The board's RF_IO path is pre-tuned for the onboard PCB trace antenna but maintains impedance integrity when switching to external feed - verified per NXP AN11322 layout guidelines. Users must disable the internal antenna trace via zero-ohm jumper and recalibrate RF power levels using the JN5169's RSSI and TX power control registers when deploying the OM15020Z with external antennas.

What software tools are required to develop on the OM15020Z?

Development on the OM15020Z requires NXP's JN516x SDK (v4.7.3+), Zigbee PRO Stack (v5.0+), and the Wireless Development Suite (WDS). The board is natively supported in MCUXpresso IDE with J-Link or LPC-Link2. Firmware builds target the JN5169's unified memory map, and OTA images are generated using NXP's "JN-SW-4167" toolchain - all validated against the OM15020Z's specific clock tree, power domains, and peripheral mappings as documented in UM10852.

OM15020Z Specifications

Product attributes: Attribute value

Manufacturer:: NXP Semiconductors

Series:: -

Packaging:: Bulk

Product Status:: Active

Type:: Transceiver; 802.15.4 (Zigbee®)

Frequency:: 2.4GHz

Contents:: Board(s)

Utilized IC / Part:: JN5169

OM15020Z FAQ

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6.How does Aetrix verify that OM15020Z is sourced from the original manufacturer or authorized distributors?

All OM15020Z products on Aetrix are procured from qualified distributors and authorized channels. Our dedicated quality assurance team conducts strict verification, including traceability checks and, if necessary, third-party testing. This ensures that OM15020Z meets industry standards.

7.What is the process for return or replacement of OM15020Z?

All OM15020Z units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with OM15020Z, 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 OM15020Z part is unused and in its original packaging.

Return procedure for OM15020Z:

1.Submit a request within 90 days.

2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.

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