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Spot Core I/O enhances both the computation and communications available on the Spot platform.
Easily configure inputs such as sensors, cameras, and other devices to Spot and process data collected into actionable insights.
Compute
Compact CPU and GPU with customizable inputs and outputs
Cabling
Easy cable sealing to maintain IP54 rating
Ports
RJ45 standard ethernet adapter
Power
5, 12, and 24V regulated power output
Data Analysis
Comes with sample computer vision model
Spot EAP 2
Option to add lidar for enhanced autonomy
Modem
Built-in 5G/LTE modem with CBRS support for private networks and option to use AT&T’s public network
DIMENSIONS
Length
224 mm (8.8 in)
Width
173 mm (6.8 in)
Height (with antenna)
246 mm (9.7 in)
Height (without antenna)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Mass/Weight (with antenna)
2.8 kg (6.3 lbs)
Mass/Weight (without antenna)
1.4 kg (3.2 lbs)
SECURITY
Disk Encryption
SSD encrypted with standard LUKS technology
Network Encryption
Connections encrypted with TLS 1.2 and 1.3
Authentication
Access to services restricted to authenticated users
Secure Boot
Tamper-proof filesystem with hardware root of trust
Firmware Verification
Firmware updates must be cryptographically signed
CONNECTIVITY AND STORAGE
5G/LTE
User-installable SIM card
Ethernet
GbE interface, unmanaged 2 port Ethernet switch for additional connectivity
Storage
512GB SSD*
USB 3.1
2x USB 3.1 ports with support for 4.5W
USB-C
1x USB-C port with support for 50W power delivery and video out
SD Card
1x SD card slot
Other Connections
E-Stop interface PPS output GPIO (Configurable to PWM output) I2C Ports
Power Outputs
48V or robot battery voltage for Spot Explorer models 24V, 50W 12V, 50W 5V, 30W
MODEM SUPPORTED BANDS (TELIT FN980)
Regions
North America, EMEA, APAC
5G FR1
n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12† , n20, n25, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79
LTE
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29DL, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43† , 46(LAA) 48(CRS), 66, 71
WCDMA
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 19
PROCESSING (JETSON XAVIER NX)
CPU
6-core NVIDIA Carmel ARM V8.2 64-bit CPU with 6MB Lw + 4MB L3 cache
GPU
384-core NVIDIA Volta GPU with 48 Tensor cores
Memory
16GB 128-bit LPDDR4x at 51.2 GB/s
ENVIRONMENT
Storage Temperature
-40 to 70°C
Operating Temperature
-20 to 55°C
Ingress Protection
IP54
If you want to learn more about Spot Core I/O and our solutions, reach out to our experts today.
