Press Release
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Socionext Introduces Ultra-compact 60GHz Radio-wave Ranging
Sensor with Built-in Signal Processing Circuit[Yokohama, Japan. June 03, 2022]--- Socionext Inc. today introduced the "SC1240 Series" radio-wave ranging
sensors that use the 60GHz band with a built-in signal processing circuit for detecting the position and movement ofa person with maximum accuracy. Sample shipments are scheduled for Q2 2022, and mass production in Q1 2023.

The SC1240 series is a radio-wave ranging sensor that complies with theglobal broadband 60GHz radio equipment standard. In addition todetecting the position and movements of a person, the sensor’s highprecision sensing and built-in signal processing circuits utilize a 6.8GHz(57.1 to 63.9GHz) wide band. This enables the detection of minor
movements as positional information, making the device ideal foradvanced applications such as tracking human movements and operationby gestures.

Photo: SC1240AR3
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The broadband 60GHz radio-wave range-finding sensor with built-in
range-finding and angle-calculating signal processing circuit is the industry’s first. It is based on the company’s
extensive experience and knowledge accumulated through years developing millimeter-wave radio communication
LSIs and 24GHz radio-wave range-finding sensors. The highly integrated SC1240 series uses 3D position information
without the need for high frequency or advanced signal processing technology. It includes multiple antennas,
wireless circuitry, A/D converters, FIFO memory, SPI interface, a high-performance sequencer that flexibly changes
the duty cycle and controls power consumption, and a signal processing circuit for high-performance distancemeasurement and angle calculation. It also provides an autonomous activation function. These features allow users
to easily obtain the height and positional data on the X, Y and Z planes for detection of multiple people, gesture
without contact, and other high-precision sensing. Following the company’s debut of its SC1240AR3, Socionext willcontinue to develop products that meet customer needs and applications.

The new SC1240 series joins Socionext’s lineup of advanced radio-wave ranging sensors powering the next
generation advanced sensing applications. The full array of RF sensors enables Socionext’s goal to be the market
leader in smart sensor technology and to contribute to better user experience.

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SC1240 Series Specifications
3D position detection (X, Y, Z coordinate output), 3D presence/absence detection,
Key Featuresautonomous activation, automatic intermittent measurement, high performance
power supply noise filter, 11-bit oversampling ADC, advanced sequencer

Average Power Consumption

0.72 mW at 0.1% duty cycle operationtransmission frequency

57.1 to 63.9GHz

Package/Size

FC-BGA / 4mm x 7mm x 1.2mm

Related Links
SC1240 Series Product Catalog
https://www.socionext.com/en/download/catalog/AD04-00144-1E.pdf

Radio-wave Ranging Sensor Product Page
https://www.socionext.com/en/products/assp/radar-sensor/

Product Inquiries
https://www.socionext.com/en/contact/

About Socionext Inc.
Socionext Inc. is a global SoC (System-on-Chip) supplier and a pioneer of a unique “Solution SoC” businessmodel through decades of industry experience and expertise. Socionext contributes to global innovation inadvanced technologies including automotive, data center, networking, and smart devices. As a trusted silicon
partner, Socionext delivers superior features, performance, and quality that differentiate its customers’
products and services from their competition.
Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to leadits development and sales activities. For more information, visit https://www.socionext.com/en/.

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