Hawk
Tech Specs
This device is designed, developed, and manufactured by Digital Matter
Hawk D Cell Housing Grey – Digital Matter
ONBOARD CONNECTIVITY
The Hawk PCB is currently available in LTE-M/NB-IoT. IoT Satellite version planned.
| LTE-M / NB-IoT | Nordic nRF9160 Modem operates on all major global LTE-M and NB-IoT bands Supported LTE bands: LTE-M (Cat-M1): B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B14, B17, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 NB-IoT (Cat-NB1/NB2): B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B12, B13, B17, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B66 |
| SIM Size & Access | Internal Micro 3FF SIM |
ONBOARD DESIGN AND MECHANICS
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +60°C LiPo Charger – At < -10°C and > +45°C the internal backup battery will not be charged as a safety precaution due to the dangers associated with charging batteries at extreme temperatures. |
| Self-Resetting Fuse | Built-in self-resetting fuse makes installation simple and safe |
| Cellular Antenna | Internal. Supports optional external antenna for maximum range. |
| GPS Antenna | Internal |
| LiPo Battery Charger | Internal |
| 3-Axis Accelerometer | 3-Axis Accelerometer to detect tampering (planned in future firmware release) |
| Diagnostic LED | 2 Diagnostic LEDs and Push Button for testing and operational status |
| Flash Memory | Store months of records if device is out of cellular coverage |
| Onboard Temperature | The device reports internal temperature and prevents the internal battery from charging in extreme temperatures. Internal temperature provides an indication of ambient temperature but may not always be precise. Use an external sensor for precise temperature monitoring. |
ONBOARD LOCATION
| Module | Nordic nRF9160 internal GPS |
| Constellation | GPS |
| *Location Accuracy | ~3m CEP, 50%, GPS, Open sky |
| GNSS Assistance | GPS predicted ephemeris data for greater sensitivity and position accuracy |
| Low Noise Amplifier | GPS signals are boosted by a low-noise amplifier (LNA) allowing operation in low signal |
*Positioning accuracy specifications are provided by the GNSS supplier and reflect ideal conditions. Device configuration, installation, environmental conditions, augmentation services, and many other factors may lead to variations in positioning accuracy.
ONBOARD INTERFACES
| Digital Inputs | 1 x Digital Input with configurable pull up/pull down 0-40V DC input range On/Off thresholds: On >2V, Off <1V Can be used for pulse counting (max 40Hz) |
| Plugin Board | The versatile and flexible Hawk architecture caters for plug-in cards that define the 9 inputs/outputs, offering limitless options for interfacing to sensors. Flexible onboard output power to power your sensors. See the current card list below or contact us to discuss your requirements. |
ONBOARD SMARTS
| Auto-APN | Auto-APN allows the device to analyze the SIM card and select the correct APN details from a list that is pre-loaded in the device’s firmware |
| Voltage Monitoring | LiPo battery and external voltage readings for “Battery Low” and “Power Loss” alerts |
| Task Management | Powerful onboard task management allows you to schedule tasks or run tasks based on sensor thresholds and events, even when out of cellular coverage |
HAWK POWER OPTIONS
Large Rechargeable LiPo – Optional Support for External Power
Powered by 3500mAh rechargeable LiPo battery to support full season deployments. Optionally connect the Hawk to an external power source (6-28V) such as a solar panel or grid power.
| Large Rechargeable Battery | 3500mAh LiPo rechargeable battery |
| Input Voltage | 6-28V DC (max) For continuous operation at high temperatures and high output load currents we recommend an input voltage of 12V or higher |
| Self-Resetting Fuse | Built-in self-resetting fuse makes installation simple and safe |
| Solar Power Support | Designed to optionally use a variety of solar panels |
D Cell Battery Pack
Powered by 2 x D Cell LTC batteries for a completely self-powered solution
| User-Replaceable Batteries | 2 x D Cell (3.6V per cell). Batteries not included. |
| Supported Battery Types | *Lithium Thionyl Chloride (LTC) *Please dispose of Lithium batteries in a safe and responsible manner |
HAWK HOUSING OPTIONS
We offer two ultra-rugged housing options
Hawk LiPo Housing (HawkLipo)
Designed to accommodate the PCB, I/O Card, and pre-installed 3500mAh rechargeable LiPo battery
| Dimensions | 180mm x 119mm x 39mm (7.1” x 4.7” x 1.5”) |
| Housing | Non-branded housing for optional white-labeling |
| IP/IK Rating | Ultra-rugged and waterproof IP68 and IK07-rated housing ensures the Hawk can withstand impact, fine dust, and brief submersion |
| GORE® Vent | Allows for pressure equalization while protecting against water and dust ingress |
| Installation | Multiple installation options for securing the device with screws, bolts, cable ties, rivets, and more. Includes 2 cable glands to allow for waterproof cable entry to the housing. |
D Cell Housing (Hawk2D)
Designed to accommodate the PCB, I/O Card, and 2 x D Cell LTC Batteries
| Dimensions | 185mm x 150mm x 30mm (7.3” x 5.9” x 1.2”) |
| Housing | Non-branded housing for optional white-labeling |
| IP/IK Rating | Ultra-rugged and waterproof IP68 and IK07-rated housing ensures the Hawk can withstand impact, fine dust, and brief submersion |
| GORE® Vent | Allows for pressure equalization while protecting against water and dust ingress |
| Installation | Multiple installation options for securing the device with screws, bolts, cable ties, rivets, and more. Includes 2 cable glands to allow for waterproof cable entry to the housing. |
DEVICE MANAGEMENT
| Flexible Configuration | Configure sensor and position update rates, task management scheduling, and more |
| Device Management Platform | Manage, monitor, configure, debug, update, and restart devices remotely from our cloud-based device management system |
| Configuration App | Configurable with DM-Link provisioning tool |
INTEGRATION
| Third-Party Integration | TCP Direct or HTTPS Webhook |
SECURITY
| Data Security | Military-level AES-256 Encryption from device to Device Management Platform to protect the integrity and confidentiality of telematics data. Data forwarded to third-party systems is sent via HTTPS for end-to-end security. |
WARRANTY
| Manufacturer’s Warranty | Two-year manufacturer’s warranty. Exclusions apply. |
CERTIFICATIONS
| LTE-M / NB-IoT – FCC, CE, ACMA Certifications are not valid if using the Hawk without a Digital Matter housing or with an external antenna. Visit support.digitalmatter.com for full device certifications for your region. |
I/O CARD OPTIONS
The Hawk’s sensor interfaces and protocol and managed by “I/O Cards” – a range of plug-in Input/Output cards standardized for common applications.
See the current card list below or contact us to discuss your requirements
AgTech1
| Digital Input | 1 x Digital Input with configurable pull up/pull down 0-40V DC input range On/Off thresholds: On >2V, Off <1V Can be used for pulse counting (max 40Hz) |
| Digital Outputs | 1 x switched ground |
| I²C | Yes |
| SDI-12 | Yes |
| Switched Power Out | 3.3V switched power for sensors |
| Switched Sensor Power | 5V or 12V selectable power for sensors |
| 1-Wire® or iButton® | Yes |
| 4-20mA | 1 x 4-20mA input |
AgTech2 (coming soon)
| Analogue Inputs | 4 x Analogue Input (0-30V range) |
| Digital Output | 1 x switched ground |
| SDI-12 | Yes |
| Switched Power Out | 3.3V switched power for sensors |
| Switched Sensor Power | 5V or 12V selectable power for sensors |
| 1-Wire® | Yes |
RS-1
| Analogue Input | 1 x Analogue Input (0-30V range) |
| Digital Input | 1 x Digital Input with configurable pull up/pull down 0-40V DC input range On/Off thresholds: On >2V, Off <1V Can be used for pulse counting (max 40Hz) |
| Digital Outputs | 1 x switched ground |
| RS485 | Yes |
| Switched Power Out | 3.3V switched power for sensors |
| Switched Sensor Power | 5V or 12V selectable power for sensors |
| 1-Wire® | Yes |
| 4-20mA | 1 x 4-20mA input |
Preliminary Serial Card (coming soon)
| Analogue Input | 1 x Analogue Input (0-30V range) |
| Digital Input | 2 x Digital Input with configurable pull up/pull down 0-40V DC input range On/Off thresholds: On >2V, Off <1V Can be used for pulse counting (max 40Hz) |
| Digital Outputs | 1 x switched ground (1A current limit) |
| Switched Sensor Power | 5V or 12V selectable power for sensors |
| RS232 TX | Yes |
| RS232 RX | Yes |
| TTL TX | Yes |
| TTL RX | Yes |
Preliminary Bluetooth+ Card (coming soon)
| Analogue Input | 1 x Analogue Input (0-30V range) |
| Digital Input | 1 x Digital Input with configurable pull up/pull down 0-40V DC input range On/Off thresholds: On >2V, Off <1V Can be used for pulse counting (max 40Hz) |
| Digital Outputs | 1 x switched ground (1A current limit) |
| Switched Power Out | 3.3V switched power for sensors |
| Switched Sensor Power | 5V or 12V selectable power for sensors |
| SDI-12 | Yes |
| I²C | Yes |
| 4-20mA | 1 x 4-20mA input |
| Bluetooth Module | BGM240PA22VNA3 |
*Note: The Bluetooth+ Card has a Bluetooth module on the card, in addition to the above I/Os
Preliminary Digital Card (coming soon)
| Analogue Input | 2 x Analogue Input (0-30V range) |
| Digital Input | 5 x Digital Input with configurable pull up/pull down 0-40V DC input range On/Off thresholds: On >2V, Off <1V Can be used for pulse counting (max 40Hz) |
| Digital Outputs | 1 x switched ground (1A current limit) |
| Switched Sensor Power | 5V or 12V selectable power for sensors |
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