STMicro EVB-LIV4F GNSS/GPS Development Tool TESEO-LIV4F

Developing a GNSS-enabled product often means wrestling with complex integration, uncertain signal performance, and limited debugging tools. The STMicro EVB-LIV4F evaluation board puts the powerful TESEO-LIV4F module at your fingertips, giving you a reliable, ready-to-use platform for prototyping and testing location-based applications. Whether you're building asset trackers, fleet management systems, or wearable devices, this board accelerates your design cycle with proven hardware and comprehensive software support.

Who is it for

Embedded engineers, IoT developers, and hobbyists who need a robust GNSS solution for prototyping or production. It's ideal for those working on navigation systems, geofencing applications, or any project requiring precise positioning and timing data.

Main features

• Powered by the ST TESEO-LIV4F GNSS module with TESEO IV engine, supporting GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and QZSS constellations for global coverage.
• High sensitivity: tracking at -163 dBm and acquisition at -147 dBm, ensuring reliable fixes even in challenging environments.
• Fast time-to-first-fix: approximately 1 second hot start and 28 seconds cold start, minimizing wait times.
• Flexible connectivity: USB (virtual COM port), UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces for easy integration with various host systems.
• On-board SMA connector for external active antenna, enabling optimal signal reception.
• Supports advanced features like geofencing, odometer, datalogger, and jamming/spoofing detection.
• Compatible with TESEO-SUITE PC tool for configuration, monitoring, and firmware updates.

Specifications

• Positioning accuracy: 1.5 m CEP (50%)
• Update rate: up to 10 Hz
• Number of channels: 72
• Power supply: 5V DC via USB or external source
• Operating temperature range: -40 to +85 °C
• Dead reckoning support: yes (requires external sensors)
• Dimensions and weight: compact board suitable for bench testing and field trials

Tips

For best performance, use an active antenna with clear sky view. The TESEO-SUITE software provides a user-friendly interface to evaluate the module's capabilities and fine-tune parameters before integrating into your final design.