Key Takeaways
- Quectel launches the LG580P, a multi-band GNSS module designed for high-precision positioning applications.
- Supports L1, L2, L5, and L6 bands, enabling real-time kinematic (RTK) positioning with a dual antenna heading algorithm.
- Built-in interference detection and anti-jamming capabilities enhance signal reliability in complex electromagnetic environments.
- Compatible with multiple GNSS constellations, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BDS, QZSS, and NavIC, supporting 1,040 tracking channels.
- Upcoming Q2 2025 support for Precise Point Positioning (PPP) using Galileo HAS and BDS B2b signals for enhanced accuracy.
Quectel Expands GNSS Solutions with LG580P Launch
Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, has introduced the LG580P GNSS module, designed to provide high-precision positioning for applications such as precision agriculture, intelligent robotics, ADAS, and autonomous driving. The module supports multi-band GNSS signals across L1, L2, L5, and L6, offering real-time kinematic (RTK) positioning and an integrated dual antenna heading algorithm.
Norbert Muhrer, President and CSO of Quectel Wireless Solutions, commented: “We’re delighted to unveil the LG580P to bring a new level of high precision, robust, low-power positioning capability to the precise navigation application sector. The compact form factor, low power consumption, and secure features accommodate diverse user needs for multiple bands and constellations.”
Advanced Interference Detection and Anti-Jamming Features
The LG580P incorporates professional-grade interference detection and mitigation algorithms, ensuring reliable signal reception in complex electromagnetic environments. Key features include:
- Built-in NIC anti-jamming unit to counteract narrowband interference.
- Integrity detection information to support automatic navigation control decisions.
- Robust positioning capabilities designed for demanding operational conditions.
These enhancements improve GNSS reliability, making the module suitable for industrial and autonomous applications.
Multi-Constellation GNSS Support for Enhanced Accuracy
The LG580P module supports concurrent reception of six major GNSS constellations:
- GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BDS, QZSS, and NavIC
- 1,040 tracking channels to ensure global coverage and high-precision positioning
- Multiple SBAS (Satellite-Based Augmentation Systems), including WASS, EGNOS, BDSBAS, MSAS, GAGAN, and SDCM
With this broad compatibility, the module is well-suited for high-accuracy geospatial applications and navigation systems.
Compact Design and Future-Ready Capabilities
The LG580P features a compact design (21.0mm × 16.0mm × 2.6mm) and operates in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +85°C, making it adaptable for varied environmental conditions. The module also includes:
- Multiple interface options: UART, SPI, I2C, and CAN
- RoHS compliance, ensuring environmental sustainability
- Future support for Precise Point Positioning (PPP) in Q2 2025, utilizing:
- Galileo High Accuracy Service (HAS) on the E6 signal
- BDS B2b signals for improved precision without additional correction networks
Quectel’s Full-Band GNSS Antenna Solutions
Quectel also offers two external full-band GNSS antennas optimized for the LG580P:
- YEGR001W8AH – An active GNSS antenna with multiple mounting options.
- YEGD006U1A – Ensures reliable, high-precision positioning.
