Proximity sensing and ambient light sensing in a single compact package - Proximity sensing using time-of-flight ToF with a SPAD detector array - The VL6180X measures distance by detecting the time a single photon travels from the target back to the sensor, in combination with amplitude - Distance measurement is provided regardless of target reflectivity - Enables simple but reliable one-dimensional gesture control - Ambient light sensing with high sensitivity and precision - Performs well in very low light conditions - Wide dynamic range with lux-corrected output - ALS is integrated into the same packaged optical as the proximity sensor - 3-in-1 integrated optoelectronic device - Includes infrared surface emission source with vertical resonator, a proximity sensor, and an ambient light sensor (ALS) - All components are packaged together in a single optical module, allowing an embedded design without a mechanical spacer or additional lens system - Common features and integration - Infrared wavelength: 850 nm - Communication interface: I2C at 400 kHz - I2C address: 0x29 (7-bit) - Programmable GPIOs available - Operating temperature: -10 to 60 Celsius - Range: 0 to 100 mm - Distance error: 13 mm - External condition sensitivity: performance varies under certain external conditions (for example at 100 mm in dark environments) - Temperature drift: 9 to 15 mm - Voltage drift: 3 to 5 mm - Size, compatibility and packaging - Packaged optical design with no need for additional spacers or external lenses - Suitable for compact applications where a small form factor and integrated sensing are advantageous - Compatible with systems that use I2C, with a defined 7-bit address and programmable GPIOs for flexible integration - Use scenarios and applications - Gesture-based control in consumer electronics (remote interfaces, touchless controls, or proximity-triggered actions) - Auto-adjustment of display brightness and backlighting by leveraging ambient light sensing in portable devices or wearables - Proximity detection and ambient light monitoring in robotics, automation, or smart home devices to trigger actions or optimize energy use - Practical benefits - One-chip solution reduces component count and board space - Proximity measurements remain functional across varying surface reflectivity - Compact package and standard I2C interface simplify integration into existing designs - Provides both proximity information and ambient light data to enable intelligent device behavior and power optimization