SparkFun Thing Plus Matter - MGM240P

The SparkFun Thing Plus Matter, a groundbreaking development board that combines the power of Matter and SparkFun's Qwiic ecosystem to facilitate agile development and prototyping of IoT devices. This innovative board integrates the MGM240P wireless module from Silicon Labs, ensuring secure connectivity for 802.15.4 Mesh communication (Thread) and Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3 protocols. With the module already equipped for integration into Silicon Labs' Matter IoT protocol for home automation, it offers a seamless experience.

The Thing Plus Matter - MGM240P board is designed to be Feather-compatible, making it easy to use and expand upon. It includes a Qwiic connector, enabling effortless integration into the Qwiic Connect System for solderless I2C circuits. Additionally, the board features connectors for Qwiic and LiPo batteries, as well as multiple GPIO pins that can be fully controlled through software for versatile multiplexing. For convenience, the MCP73831 single-cell LiPo charger and the MAX17048 fuel gauge are included to efficiently charge and monitor the connected battery. Moreover, an µSD card slot is provided to accommodate any external memory requirements.

At the heart of the MGM240P wireless module lies the EFR32MG24 Wireless SoC, featuring a powerful 32-bit ARM Cortex-M33 core processor operating at 39 MHz. With 1536 kb of Flash memory and 256 kb of RAM, this module offers ample storage and processing capabilities. It supports various 802.15.4 wireless protocols, including Matter, Zigbee, and OpenThread, in addition to Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3. For enhanced security in Thread applications, the MGM240P incorporates Silicon Labs' Secure Vault technology, providing a robust foundation for secure communication.

• MGM240P Wireless Module

  • Built around the EFR32MG24 Wireless SoC
  • 32-bit ARM-M33 Core Processor (@39MHz)
  • 1536kB Flash Memory
  • 256kB RAM
  • Supports Multiple 802.15.4 Wireless Protocols (Zigbee and OpenThread)
  • Bluetooth Low Energy 5.3
  • Matter-ready
  • Secure Vault Support
  • Built-in Antenna
• Thing Plus Form-Factor (Feather-compatible):

  • Dimensions: 2.30" x 0.9"
  • Two Mounting Holes:
    • 4-40 screw compatible
  • Twenty One GPIO PTH Breakouts
    • All pins have complete multiplexing capability through software
    • SPI, I2C and UART interfaces mapped by default to labeled pins
    • Thirteen GPIO (Six labeled as Analog, seven labeled for GPIO)
      • All function as either GPIO or Analog
    • Built-in-Digital to Analog Converter (DAC)
  • USB-C Connector
  • 2-Pin JST LiPo Battery Connector for a LiPo Battery (not included)
  • 4-Pin JST Qwiic Connector
  • MC73831 Single-Cell LiPo Charger
    • Configurable charge rate (500mA Default, 100mA Alternate)
  • MAX17048 Single-Cell LiPo Fuel Gauge
  • uSD Card Slot
  • Low Power Consumption (15uA when MGM240P is in Low Power Mode)
• LEDs:

  • PWR - Red Power LED
  • CHG - Yellow battery charging status LED
  • STAT - Blue status LED
• Reset Button:
  • Physical push-button
  • Reset signal can be tied to A0 to enable use as a peripheral device

• Schematic
• Eagle Files
• Board Dimensions
• Hookup Guide
• Connecting Thing Plus Matter to Google Nest Hub
• Datasheet (MGM240P)
• GitHub Hardware Repo

FAQs:

Q: What are the main features of the SparkFun Thing Plus Matter MGM240P?

A: The SparkFun Thing Plus Matter MGM240P features the MGM240P module with support for Matter protocol, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Thread, and Zigbee. It offers versatile connectivity for various IoT applications.

Q: What is the Matter protocol and how is it used with the SparkFun Thing Plus?

A: The Matter protocol is an open-source standard for IoT devices, enabling secure and reliable communication across different platforms. The SparkFun Thing Plus supports Matter to integrate devices with various ecosystems.

Q: Which wireless communication protocols are supported by the MGM240P module?

A: The MGM240P module supports Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Thread, and Zigbee protocols, allowing for a wide range of wireless communication options for IoT devices.

Q: What development tools and resources are available for the SparkFun Thing Plus Matter MGM240P?

A: The board is compatible with Arduino IDE and PlatformIO, and SparkFun provides libraries, example code, and documentation for development and integration.

Q: Can the SparkFun Thing Plus Matter MGM240P be used for building home automation systems?

A: Yes, the SparkFun Thing Plus Matter MGM240P is ideal for home automation systems due to its support for Matter, which enables interoperability between different smart home devices and platforms.