BLE113-A-M256K

Bluetooth 4.0 modules with OTA update and antenna support

Manufacturer: ['bluegiga', 'silicon-laboratories']

series introduction

# Introduction to the BLE113 - A - M256K Product Series

## 1. Overview
The BLE113 - A - M256K product series represents a cutting - edge solution in the field of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology. These devices are designed to offer high - performance, reliable, and energy - efficient connectivity for a wide range of applications. Whether it's in the consumer electronics, industrial automation, healthcare, or smart home sectors, the BLE113 - A - M256K series provides a seamless and cost - effective way to integrate BLE functionality into various products.

## 2. Key Features

### 2.1 Bluetooth Low Energy Connectivity
- **Standard Compliance**: The BLE113 - A - M256K is fully compliant with the Bluetooth 4.0 and later standards, ensuring compatibility with a vast array of Bluetooth - enabled devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops. This allows for easy pairing and communication, enabling users to connect their products to the existing Bluetooth ecosystem effortlessly.
- **Low Power Consumption**: One of the most significant advantages of BLE technology is its low power consumption. The BLE113 - A - M256K series is optimized to minimize energy usage, making it ideal for battery - powered devices. It can operate for extended periods on a single battery charge, reducing the need for frequent battery replacements and enhancing the overall user experience.

### 2.2 Memory and Processing Power
- **256KB Flash Memory**: The "M256K" in the product name indicates the presence of 256KB of on - board flash memory. This ample memory space allows for the storage of application code, device configuration data, and other important information. It provides developers with the flexibility to implement complex applications and features without worrying about running out of storage.
- **Efficient Processor**: The series is equipped with a high - performance processor that can handle the demands of BLE communication and application processing. It ensures fast and reliable data transfer, enabling real - time communication between devices.

### 2.3 Integrated Peripherals
- **UART and SPI Interfaces**: The BLE113 - A - M256K devices come with Universal Asynchronous Receiver - Transmitter (UART) and Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) interfaces. These interfaces allow for easy integration with other microcontrollers, sensors, and external devices. Developers can use these interfaces to transfer data between the BLE module and other components of the system, enabling a wide range of applications.
- **GPIO Pins**: A set of General - Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) pins are available on the module. These pins can be used for various purposes, such as controlling external devices, reading sensor data, or implementing custom interfaces. The GPIO pins provide flexibility in system design and allow for easy customization of the product.

### 2.4 Security
- **Encryption and Authentication**: To ensure the security of data transmission, the BLE113 - A - M256K series incorporates advanced encryption and authentication mechanisms. It uses industry - standard encryption algorithms to protect sensitive data from unauthorized access and eavesdropping. This is particularly important in applications where data privacy and security are critical, such as healthcare and financial applications.

## 3. Applications

### 3.1 Consumer Electronics
- **Wearable Devices**: The low power consumption and small form factor of the BLE113 - A - M256K make it an ideal choice for wearable devices such as fitness trackers, smartwatches, and health monitors. These devices can connect to smartphones or tablets via BLE to transfer data such as activity data, heart rate, and sleep patterns.
- **Smart Home Devices**: In the smart home ecosystem

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BLE113-A-M256K
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