{"product_id":"sparkfun-sparkfun-satellite-transceiver-kit-swarm-m138","title":"SparkFun SparkFun Satellite Transceiver Kit - Swarm M138","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for a low-cost way to send and receive data messages via satellite? This is it! With a clear view of the sky, the SparkFun Swarm M138 Satellite Transceiver Kit allows you to send and receive short messages at will. This kit works almost anywhere in the world, including the polar regions, far beyond the reach of WiFi and Cellular networks. It is perfect for a variety of low-bandwidth use cases: from connecting people and tracking vehicles, ships, or packages to relaying sensor data for agriculture, energy, and industrial IoT applications. The built-in GNSS receiver in this Satellite Transceiver Kit makes it perfect for many tracking applications thanks to Swarm's satellite network.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this kit is a Swarm M138 satellite modem, a Mini-PCI Express Card containing both the satellite modem and a very capable GNSS receiver, all in one integrated package! It can operate from a wide range of supply voltages: 3.0V Min; 5.0V Max. Its standard 3.3V CMOS serial UART interface and NMEA-style command set make it easy to integrate into your project. Our board includes both a USB-C interface (for power and\/or serial data) and a full set of breakout pins.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe modem has two u.FL antenna connections on it, one marked \"VHF\" (for the Very High Frequency signal used to communicate with the Swarm satellites) and a separate one for satellite navigation (marked \"GPS\"). You can, if you wish, connect the provided antennas directly to the u.FL connectors on the modem. Or, you can use the provided 25mm u.FL cables to connect the modem to the robust SMA connections on the Breakout.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Swarm antenna is a purpose-designed coiled quarter-wave antenna tuned to the Swarm satellite frequencies. It does require a ground plane and so we've included one of those in the box too! It comes with mounting holes to allow it to be secured to (e.g.): 2in. or 1.5in. antenna pole, a camera tripod, or a handrail.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"alert alert-warning\"\u003eEach Swarm modem requires a data plan to send and receive data. However, the cost of this is \u003ci\u003emuch\u003c\/i\u003e lower than other networks. A data plan is an annual contract for USD $60 per year (USD $5 per month). Each plan includes 750 data packets per month. Each packet can be up to 192 Bytes in size. Please see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swarm.space\/registering-your-swarm-m138-modem\/\"\u003eRegistering Your Swarm M138 Modem\u003c\/a\u003e for full details. Additionally, you can create or log in to your Swarm account \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bumblebee.hive.swarm.space\/login\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"alert alert-warning\"\u003eSwarm provide global coverage over all regions, but there are regulatory restrictions for specific countries. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The current list of approved countries \/ regions for the M138 Modem is: USA, Antarctica, Australia, Austria, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, Georgia, Germany, Greenland, Iceland, Ireland, New Zealand, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom and International Waters (12 nautical miles offshore). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Swarm continues to grow this list of approved countries as quickly as possible. Customers will receive regular updates on approved regions through the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swarm.space\/contact\/\"\u003eSwarm newsletter\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"center-block text-center\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learn.sparkfun.com\/tutorials\/sparkfun-satellite-transceiver-kit---swarm-m138-hookup-guide\" class=\"btn btn-default\"\u003eSwarm M138 Satellite Transceiver Kit - Hookup Guide\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSwarm M138 Modem\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSparkFun Satellite Transceiver Breakout\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSwarm VHF Antenna\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eu.FL - SMA Adapter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSparkFun Antenna Ground Plane (PCB, 8\" x 8\")\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMolex adhesive GNSS Antenna (u.FL)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2x u.FL to u.FL cables\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2x M2.5 Screws\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePCB Dimensions (with modem attached): \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e3.5\" x 1.4\" x 0.37\" (89 x 36 x 9.5mm)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSMA Connections: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSeparate, robust connectors for VHF satellite communication and GPS \/ GNSS positioning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSerial Interface: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUSB-C via a CH340E USB-serial converter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e3.3V UART via 0.1\" breakout pins\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSplit pads allow the TX and RX breakout pins to be isolated from the CH340E\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTX and RX LEDs (configurable)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePower Supply: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e3.0V (Min)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e5.0V (Max)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePower can be provided by USB-C or via 0.1\" breakout pins\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\"Ideal diode\" power mux circuit with ~0V voltage drop\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent Draw @ 3.3V: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSleep: Modem: 80µA (Peak); Power Mux: ~70µA\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReceive: 26mA (Typ.); 40mA (Peak)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTransmit: 850mA (Typ.); 1000mA (Peak)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent Draw @ 5.0V: \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSleep: Modem: 110µA (Peak); Power Mux: ~100µA\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReceive: 25mA (Typ.); 45mA (Peak)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTransmit: 550mA (Typ.); 600mA (Peak)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhen powering the board from USB, please use a USB-C or USB 3 port\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUSB 2.0 is not supported\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDocuments:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.sparkfun.com\/assets\/1\/a\/7\/c\/8\/Schematic.pdf\"\u003eSchematic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.sparkfun.com\/assets\/a\/e\/5\/8\/e\/Satellite_Transceiver_Breakout__Swarm_M138.zip\"\u003eEagle Files\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.sparkfun.com\/assets\/c\/3\/6\/7\/3\/Dimensions.png\"\u003eSatellite Transceiver Breakout Dimensions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.sparkfun.com\/assets\/1\/0\/b\/d\/4\/Ground_Plane.png\"\u003eGround Plane Dimensions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.sparkfun.com\/assets\/9\/1\/0\/e\/3\/SwarmM138-Modem-Product-Manual.pdf\"\u003eModem Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swarm.space\/registering-your-swarm-m138-modem\/\"\u003eHow to Register Your Swarm M138 modem\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bumblebee.hive.swarm.space\/login\"\u003eSwarm Account Login\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/kube.tools.swarm.space\/pass-checker\/\"\u003eSwarm Pass Checker\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swarm.space\/frequently-asked-questions\/\"\u003eSwarm FAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swarm.space\/contact\/\"\u003eSwarm Newsletter Sign-Up\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/swarm.space\/\"\u003eSwarm Website\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/sparkfun\/SparkFun_Swarm_Satellite_Arduino_Library\"\u003eArduino Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/sparkfunX\/Satellite_Transceiver_Breakout__Swarm_M138\"\u003eHardware Repo on GitHub\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/sparkfun\/SparkFun_Swarm_M138_GUI\"\u003eGUI Repo on GitHub\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex-video-wrap clearfix\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"flex-video widescreen img\"\u003e \u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FUw1Z5Dipjg\/?autohide=1\u0026amp;border=0\u0026amp;wmode=opaque\u0026amp;enablejsapi=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen width=\"560\" height=\"315\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"sparkfun-10","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40531157188693,"sku":"21287:KIT-21287:spark","price":32675.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/1611\/products\/21218-Swarm-kit.jpg?v=1678249528","url":"https:\/\/www.tanotis.com\/products\/sparkfun-sparkfun-satellite-transceiver-kit-swarm-m138","provider":"Tanotis","version":"1.0","type":"link"}