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- STMicroelectronics
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- VL53L0X
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- Electronics
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- 2026-10-18
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STMicroelectronics VL53L0X Ranging and Gesture Detection Sensor User Manual
The document serves as a user guide for the VL53L0X sensor module, which is described as the world's smallest Time-of-Flight ranging and gesture detection sensor. It details an Application Programming Interface (API) designed to facilitate fast development of end-user applications without requiring direct register access.
The manual covers essential topics including initial customer manufacturing calibration steps such as data initialization, static initialization, reference SPADs calibration, temperature calibration, offset calibration, and cross-talk calibration. It also outlines the phases for range profile operations, ranging procedures, and provides information on API functions, timing budgets, and interrupt settings.
STMicroelectronics VL53L0X specifications
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V/5V |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 20mm x 24mm |
| Ranging Range | 30 ~ 2000mm |
| Laser Wavelength | 940nm |
| Operating Temperature | -20 ~ 70°C |
Source: STMicroelectronics VL53L0X Distance Sensor User Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the measurement range of the VL53L0X?
The sensor supports a ranging distance from 30mm to 2000mm.
From: STMicroelectronics VL53L0X Distance Sensor User Manual
What communication interface does the VL53L0X use?
The module supports I2C interface communication and can be controlled via IO pins.
From: STMicroelectronics VL53L0X Distance Sensor User Manual
What is the purpose of the VL53L0X sensor?
The VL53L0X is a ranging and gesture detection sensor.
From: STMicroelectronics VL53L0X Ranging and Gesture Detection Sensor User Manual
What does the API consist of?
It consists of a set of C functions that enable fast development without direct multiple register access.
From: STMicroelectronics VL53L0X Ranging and Gesture Detection Sensor User Manual