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F1 Starter Kit
Evaluation board and development platform for the F1 Smart Module.
Plug in, code up, ship out.
Global SIM card and USB-C connectivity. MicroPython programmable. Comprehensive I/O expansion.
🚀 Multi-network Ready
- Native support for four connectivity protocols: LTE Cat-M1/NB, LoRaWAN, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth LE
- Single board integration eliminates additional hardware complexity
- Immediate testing of F1 Smart Module‘s multi-connectivity features
- Native support for four connectivity protocols: LTE Cat-M1/NB, LoRaWAN, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth LE
- Single board integration eliminates additional hardware complexity
- Immediate testing of F1 Smart Module‘s multi-connectivity features
🔧 Arduino Compatible
- Full compatibility with Arduino UNO shields and access to Arduino ecosystem for sensors and components
- 6 analog inputs and 14 digital I/O pins (all PWM configurable)
- Qwiic connector for effortless module additions without soldering
- Full compatibility with Arduino UNO shields and access to Arduino ecosystem for sensors and components
- 6 analog inputs and 14 digital I/O pins (all PWM configurable)
- Qwiic connector for effortless module additions without soldering
☁️ ZTP and Cloud Support
- Built-in zero-touch provisioning eliminates manual on-site programming for remote or large-scale deployments
- Integrates with our Ctrl Cloud Platform for device management, data visualization, and workflow automation
- End-to-end ecosystem accelerates time-to-market and reduces deployment complexity
- Built-in zero-touch provisioning eliminates manual on-site programming for remote or large-scale deployments
- Integrates with our Ctrl Cloud Platform for device management, data visualization, and workflow automation
- End-to-end ecosystem accelerates time-to-market and reduces deployment complexity
🔌 Dual USB-C Architecture
- Top Device Port: Power, programming, and serial communication
- Bottom OTG Port: External USB devices and peripheral interfaces
- Simultaneous programming/debugging and USB peripheral connectivity for enhanced development flexibility
- Top Device Port: Power, programming, and serial communication
- Bottom OTG Port: External USB devices and peripheral interfaces
- Simultaneous programming/debugging and USB peripheral connectivity for enhanced development flexibility
What You Get in the Kit
- Evaluation board with the F1 Smart Module
- Global SIM card for 40+ countries, no carrier negotiations or data plan setup required
- CAP/T Sensor for temperature and humidity data
- USB cable, type A to type C
- LoRa FPC antenna
- Account on Ctrl Cloud Platform for device management, data visualization, and workflow automation
- Technical documentation
- 60min consultation with our team on starting your IoT project
- Community of like-minded IoT enthusiasts
Core Processing
- Core: F1 Smart Module (all 4 connectivity protocols)
- Processor: Dual-core 240MHz Xtensa LX7
- Memory: 8MB PSRAM, 16MB Flash
Connectivity and I/O
- Interfaces: 2x UART, 2x SPI, 2x I2C
- Expansion: Arduino UNO shield compatible
- I/O Capabilities: Up to 6 analog inputs, Up to 14 digital I/O (all PWM configurable)
- Qwiic connector included
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Power Options
- USB-C (5V) with OTG support
- VIN (5V)
- Li-Ion/Li-Po battery (3.7 – 4.2V)
- Battery charging with fuel gauge
Onboard Features
- Nano-SIM slot + Micro-SD slot
- RGB LED (programmable)
- 4x status LEDs (power, system, 3.3V, charging)
- Boot, reset, and multi-function buttons
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RF and Antennas
- LoRa: IPEX connector (868/915MHz)
- LTE: Onboard PCB antenna with regional band switching
- Wi-Fi/BLE: Onboard ceramic chip antenna
Real-world Use Cases
Be inspired – practical applications enabled by the F1 Starter Kit’s flexibility and performance.
Industrial Monitoring
Wi-Fi bridge, cellular backup
- Connect legacy industrial equipment to modern IoT platforms using Wi-Fi for primary connectivity and cellular as automatic failover.
- Monitor vibration sensors, temperature probes, or pressure gauges with real-time alerts via Cloud notifications.
- Arduino shield compatibility allows interfacing with existing PLCs and industrial sensors without custom PCB development.
Asset Tracking
Multi-network redundancy, global connectivity
- Track high-value assets across different environments: Wi-Fi/BLE for indoor positioning, cellular for wide-area tracking, and LoRaWAN for power-constrained scenarios.
- Included global SIM works across 40+ countries without roaming fees or carrier switches.
- Ideal for construction equipment, shipping containers, or fleet management where connectivity requirements change based on location.
Smart Agriculture
LTE for remote monitoring, LoRa for sensor networks
- Deploy soil moisture sensors using LoRaWAN for low-power, long-range communication, while cellular LTE provides real-time data uploads and alert notifications to your dashboard.
- Battery life extends for months with deep sleep mode, and global SIM eliminates carrier negotiations for rural deployments.
- Ideal for precision farming, livestock tracking, or greenhouse automation where Wi-Fi isn’t available.
Prototyping
Rapid testing across different connectivity scenarios
- Validate your IoT concept across multiple network types without ordering different development boards.
- Test power consumption profiles, connectivity reliability, and data throughput for each protocol using the same hardware platform.
- MicroPython environment lets you switch between connectivity modes with simple code changes, accelerating proof-of-concept development and client demonstrations.