Microchip Technology RN-52-EK Data Sheet

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Fully certified Bluetooth
®
 version 3.0 audio 
module, fully compatible with Bluetooth version 
2.1+EDR, 1.2, and 1.1
Software configurable through commands over 
UART console interface
Embedded Bluetooth stack profiles: SPP,  
A2DP, HFP/HSP, and AVRCP
Supports iAP profile discovery for iPhone
®
 and 
iPod
®
 Bluetooth accessories
Available as an A2DP audio source or sink
Postage-stamp-sized form factor, 13.5 x 26  
x 2.7mm
Dual-channel, differential audio input and  
output for highest quality audio
External audio codecs supported via I
2
S and 
S/PDIF interface
Castellated SMT pads for easy and reliable  
PCB mounting
Additional support for codecs such as aptX
®
AAC, MP3, and others
Environmentally friendly, RoHS compliant
Certifications: FCC, IC, CE
Bluetooth SIG certified
It integrates RF, a baseband controller, and DSP, making it a complete 
Bluetooth audio wireless link. The RN52 supports HSP/HFP, A2DP, AVRCP, 
SPP, and iAP profiles and includes support for codecs such as SBC, aptX®, 
and AAC. It provides a UART interface, GPIO, stereo speaker outputs, stereo 
microphone inputs, and a USB port (see block diagram).
RN52-I/RM
RN52 Bluetooth Audio Module
Fully Certified Bluetooth
®
Version 3.0 Module
Roving Networks’ RN52-I/RM Bluetooth audio module provides an 
integrated solution for delivering high-quality stereo audio in a 
small form factor. It combines a Class 2 Bluetooth radio with an 
embedded DSP processor, controlled and configured by simple 
ASCII commands and GPIO.
PRODUCT BRIEF
© 2013 Roving Networks. All rights reserved.
RN52-I/RM-PB v. 1.0r 01/13
APPLICATIONS
Wireless stereo speakers 
and headsets
Wireless audio docking 
station for smartphones
High-quality, 2-channel 
audio streaming
Smartphone app streaming
Automotive hands free audio
Remote control for media player
Intercom push-to-talk audio connection
FEATURES
iPhone® and iPod® are registered trade marks of Apple, Inc. The aptX® mark and the aptX logo are trade marks of CSR plc or one of its group companies and may be registered in one or more jurisdictions.