NEO-6M GPS Module – Specifications

Receiver Type:
• GPS L1 (1575.42 MHz), 50-channel receiver
• u-blox 6 positioning engine

Position Accuracy:
• 2.5 m (CEP)

Sensitivity:
• Tracking: –161 dBm
• Cold start: –147 dBm

Time to First Fix (TTFF):
• Cold Start: 27–45 seconds
• Warm Start: 25 seconds
• Hot Start: 1 second

Update Rate:
• 1 Hz (default), up to 5 Hz (configurable)

Communication Interface:
• UART (9600 bps default)
• Supports NMEA protocols

Power Requirements:
• Operating Voltage: 3.3–5 V (board)
• GPS Chip Voltage: 3.0–3.6 V
• Current Consumption: 45–60 mA (typical)

Antenna:
• External active patch antenna (usually included)
• Antenna connector: u.fl / IPX

Additional Features:
• Built-in EEPROM for configuration backup
• Backup battery holder for faster GPS fix
• On-board LED indicator for fix status

Operating Temperature:
• –40 °C to +85 °C