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FC800L
Hardware Design
Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series
Version: 1.0.3
Date: 2022-08-22
Status: Preliminary

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  • Page 1 FC800L Hardware Design Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Version: 1.0.3 Date: 2022-08-22 Status: Preliminary...
  • Page 2 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series At Quectel, our aim is to provide timely and comprehensive services to our customers. If you require any assistance, please contact our headquarters: Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd. Building 5, Shanghai Business Park Phase III (Area B), No.1016 Tianlin Road, Minhang District, Shanghai...
  • Page 3 Privacy Policy To implement module functionality, certain device data are uploaded to Quectel’s or third-party’s servers, including carriers, chipset suppliers or customer-designated servers. Quectel, strictly abiding by the relevant laws and regulations, shall retain, use, disclose or otherwise process relevant data for the purpose of performing the service only or as permitted by applicable laws.

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Manufacturers of the cellular terminal should notify users and operating personnel of the following safety information by incorporating these guidelines into all manuals of the product. Otherwise, Quectel assumes no liability for customers’ failure to comply with these precautions.

  • Page 5: About The Document

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series About the Document Revision History Version Date Author Description 2021-11-08 Macky XU Creation of the document 1.0.0 2021-11-08 Macky XU Preliminary Preliminary: 1.0.1 2022-04-13 Arrow HUANG Updated operating temperature. Preliminary: 1.0.2 2022-04-27 Arrow HUANG Updated operating mode (Table 2, Table 29) Preliminary: Update RF characteristics.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Contents Safety Information ............................ 3 About the Document ..........................4 Contents ..............................5 Table Index ............................... 7 Figure Index .............................. 8 Introduction ............................9 1.1. Special Mark ........................... 14 Product Overview ..........................15 2.1. General Description ........................ 15 2.2.
  • Page 7 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 4.3. I/O Interface Characteristics ....................37 4.4. Current Consumption ......................38 4.5. RF Performances ........................40 4.5.1. Wi-Fi Performance ...................... 40 4.5.2. Bluetooth Performance ....................42 4.6. Electrostatic Discharge ......................43 Mechanical Information ........................44 5.1. Mechanical Dimensions ......................44 5.2.
  • Page 8 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Table Index Table 1: Special Mark ..........................14 Table 2: Key Features ..........................15 Table 3: I/O Parameters Definition ......................20 Table 4: Pin Description .......................... 20 Table 5: Definition of Power Supply and GND Pins ................. 22 Table 6: Pin Definition of WLAN_WAKE ....................
  • Page 9 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Figure Index Figure 2: Pin Assignment (Top View) ...................... 19 Figure 3: Power up Timing ........................23 Figure 4: WLAN Application Interface Connection .................. 23 Figure 5: SDIO Interface Connection ...................... 25 Figure 6: Block Diagram of Bluetooth Application Interface Connection ..........26 Figure 7: Reference Design for UART Interface Connection ..............

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Introduction This document defines the FC800L and describes its air interfaces and hardware interfaces which are connected with your application. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 11 Important Note notice that any deviation(s) from the defined parameters of the antenna trace, as described by the instructions, require that the host product manufacturer must notify to Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd that they wish to change the antenna trace design. In this case, a Class II permissive change application is required to be filed by the USI, or the host manufacturer can take responsibility through the change in FCC ID (new application) procedure followed by a Class II permissive change application.
  • Page 12 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. Dé claration d'exposition aux radiations: Cet é...
  • Page 13 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users. The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains IC: 10224A-2022FC800L”.
  • Page 14 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Note that this is not intended to prohibit transmission of control or signaling information or the use of repetitive codes where required by the technology. Caution: i) The device for operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems;...

  • Page 15: Special Mark

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series iii. where applicable, antenna type(s), antenna models(s), and worst-case tilt angle(s) necessary to remain compliant with the e.i.r.p. elevation mask requirement set forth in section 6.2.2.3 shall be clearly indicated. 1.1. Special Mark Table 1: Special Mark Mark Definition Unless otherwise specified, when an asterisk (*) is used after a function, feature, interface,...

  • Page 16: Product Overview

    WLAN standards and Bluetooth 5.0 standard, which enables seamless integration of WLAN and Bluetooth low energy technologies. With a low-power SDIO 3.0 interface for WLAN, a UART and a PCM interface for Bluetooth. FC800L can provide WLAN and Bluetooth functions.
  • Page 17 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series  2.4 GHz 802.11b/11 Mbps：16.0 ± 2 dBm 802.11g/54 Mbps：15.0 ±2 dBm 802.11n/HT20 MCS7：14 ± 2 dBm 802.11n/HT40 MCS7：14 ±2 dBm  5 GHz Transmitting Power 802.11a/54 Mbps：15 ± 3 dBm 802.11n/HT20 MCS7：14 ±3 dBm 802.11n/HT40 MCS7：14 ±3 dBm 802.11ac/VHT20 MCS8：13 ±...

  • Page 18: Evb

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 2.3. EVB Quectel supplies an evaluation board (FC800L-M.2) with accessories to control or test the module. FC800L_Hardware_Design 17 / 50...

  • Page 19: Application Interfaces

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Application Interfaces 3.1. General Description FC800L is equipped with 50 LCC pins. The subsequent chapters will provide a detailed introduction to the following interfaces and pins of the module:  Power supply  WLAN application interface ...

  • Page 20: Pin Assignment

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 3.2. Pin Assignment RESERVED RESERVED RESERVED BT_EN SDIO_DATA1 BT_TXD SDIO_DATA0 BT_RXD SDIO_DATA2 BT_RTS SDIO_DATA3 BT_CTS FC800L SDIO_CLK RESERVED SDIO_CMD RESERVED WLAN_WAKE RESERVED CHIP_EN RESERVED RESERVED RESERVED HOST_WAKE_BT RESERVED BT_WAKE_HOST Other signals RESERVED Power WLAN Bluetooth Figure 1: Pin Assignment (Top View) NOTE Keep all RESERVED pins open.

  • Page 21: Pin Description

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 3.3. Pin Description Table 3: I/O Parameters Definition Type Description Analog Input Analog Input Analog Input/Output Digital Input Digital Output Digital Input/Output Power Input Power Output Table 4: Pin Description Power Supply Pin Name Pin No. Description Comment Power supply for the It must be provided with sufficient...
  • Page 22 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series SDIO_DATA3 SDIO data bit 3 SDIO_DATA2 SDIO data bit 2 SDIO_DATA0 SDIO data bit 0 SDIO_DATA1 SDIO data bit 1 Bluetooth Application Interface Pin Name Pin No. Description Comment PCM_SYNC* PCM data frame sync PCM_DIN* PCM data input VDDIO power domain PCM_DOUT* PCM data output...

  • Page 23: Power Supply

    1, 3–8, 10–11, 23, 32, 39, 47 FC800L is powered by VBAT and VDDIO, and VBAT is recommended to use a power supply chip with maximum output current more than 1.2 A. The following figure shows the recommended power up timing of FC800L.

  • Page 24: Wlan Application Interface

    VBAT should be up before or at the same time as VDDIO. VDDIO should not be present first or be held high before VBAT is high. RTC_CLK must held stable before CHIP_EN held high. 3.5. WLAN Application Interface The following figure shows the WLAN application interface connection between FC800L and the host. SDIO3.0 SDIO3.0 FC800L...

  • Page 25: Wlan_Wake

    SDIO clock SDIO_DATA3 SDIO data bit 3 VDDIO power domain SDIO_DATA2 SDIO data bit 2 SDIO_DATA0 SDIO data bit 0 SDIO_DATA1 SDIO data bit 1 The following figure shows the SDIO interface connection between FC800L and host. FC800L_Hardware_Design 24 / 50...

  • Page 26: Bluetooth Application Interface

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series VDDIO SDIO_CLK SDIO_CLK SDIO_CMD SDIO_CMD HOST FC800L SDIO_DATA0 SDIO_DATA0 SDIO_DATA1 SDIO_DATA1 SDIO_DATA2 SDIO_DATA2 SDIO_DATA3 SDIO_DATA3 Figure 4: SDIO Interface Connection To ensure that the interface design complies with the SDIO 3.0 specification, the following principles are recommended to be adopted: ...

  • Page 27: Bt_En

    Figure 5: Block Diagram of Bluetooth Application Interface Connection NOTE GPIO_2 connected to BT_WAKE_HOST must be interruptible. 3.6.1. BT_EN BT_EN is used to control the Bluetooth function of FC800L. Bluetooth function will be enabled when BT_EN is at high level. Table 8: Pin Definition of BT_EN Pin Name Pin No.

  • Page 28: Bt_Wake_Host* And Host_Wake_Bt

    Bluetooth UART clear to send The voltage range of the Bluetooth UART interface of FC800L is determined by VDDIO. It is necessary to pay attention to whether the voltage range of host and FC800L Bluetooth UART interface is consistent. If necessary, voltage-level translator shall be added.

  • Page 29: Other Interfaces

    PCM_SYNC PCM data frame sync PCM_DIN PCM data input VDDIO power domain PCM_DOUT PCM data output PCM_CLK PCM clock The following figure shows the PCM interface connection between FC800L and the host. PCM_CLK PCM_CLK PCM_SYNC PCM_SYNC FC800L Host PCM_DOUT PCM_DIN...

  • Page 30: Chip_En

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 3.7.2. CHIP_EN The module is enabled by CHIP_EN. Table 13: Pin Definition of CHIP_EN Pin Name Pin No. Description Comment Active high. CHIP_EN Module enable pin VDDIO power domain FC800L_Hardware_Design 29 / 50...

  • Page 31: Rf Antenna Interfaces

    3.8.3. Reference Design of RF Antenna Interfaces FC800L module provides an RF antenna pin for Wi-Fi & Bluetooth antenna connection. The RF trace in host PCB connected to the module’s RF antenna pin should be microstrip line or other types of RF trace, with characteristic impendence close to 50 Ω.
  • Page 32 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Figure 8: Reference Circuit for RF Antenna Interfaces FC800L_Hardware_Design 31 / 50...

  • Page 33: Reference Design Of Rf Layout

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 3.8.4. Reference Design of RF Layout For user’s PCB, the characteristic impedance of all RF traces should be controlled to 50 Ω. The impedance of the RF traces is usually determined by the trace width (W), the materials’ dielectric constant, the height from the reference ground to the signal layer (H), and the spacing between RF traces and grounds (S).

  • Page 34: Antenna Requirements

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Figure 12: Coplanar Waveguide Design on a 4-layer PCB (Layer 4 as Reference Ground) In order to ensure RF performance and reliability, the following principles should be complied with in RF layout design:  Use an impedance simulation tool to accurately control the characteristic impedance of RF traces to 50 Ω.

  • Page 35: Recommended Rf Connector For Antenna Installation

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Table 4: Antenna Requirements Type Requirements 2.400–2.4835 Frequency Range (GHz) 5.150–5.850 VSWR < 2:1 recommended Gain (dBi) Typical 1 Max Input Power (W) Input Impedance (Ω) Polarization Type Vertical 3.8.6. Recommended RF Connector for Antenna Installation If RF connector is used for antenna connection, it is recommended to use U.FL-R-SMT connector provided by Hirose.
  • Page 36 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Figure 14: Mechanicals of UF.L-LP Connectors (Unit: mm) The following figure describes the space factor of mated connector Figure 15: Space Factor of Mated Connector (Unit: mm) For more details, please visit http://www.hirose.com. FC800L_Hardware_Design 35 / 50...

  • Page 37: Reliability, Radio And Electrical Characteristic

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Reliability, Radio and Electrical Characteristic 4.1. General Description This chapter mainly introduces the electrical characteristics and radio frequency characteristics of FC800L, the specific content is as follows:  Absolute maximum ratings  I/O interface characteristics  Power consumption ...

  • Page 38: I/O Interface Characteristics

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series The following table shows the recommended operating conditions of FC800L module. Table 6: Recommended Operating Conditions Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Unit VBAT 2.97 3.63 VDDIO 1.62 1.98 4.3. I/O Interface Characteristics The following table shows the general DC electrical characteristics over recommended operating conditions (unless otherwise specified).

  • Page 39: Current Consumption

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 4.4. Current Consumption Table 8: Current Consumption of the Module (Normal Operation) Description Conditions VBAT (3.3 V) VDDIO (1.8 V) Unit Shutdown AT+QWIFI=0 µA Idle AT+QWIFI=1 TX (2.4 GHz) 1 Mbps 241.50 0.03 802.11b TX (2.4 GHz) 11 Mbps 203.50 0.07 TX (2.4 GHz) 6 Mbps...
  • Page 40 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series TX (5 GHz) VHT80 MCS0 431.50 0.04 TX (5 GHz) VHT80 MCS9 167.50 0.02 FC800L_Hardware_Design 39 / 50...

  • Page 41: Rf Performances

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 4.5. RF Performances The following tables summarize the transmitting and receiving performances of FC800L. 4.5.1. Wi-Fi Performance Table 14: Conducted RF Output Power at 2.4 GHz Standard Min. Typ. Unit 802.11b @ 1 Mbps 802.11b @ 11 Mbps 802.11g @ 6 Mbps...
  • Page 42 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 802.11ac, VHT20 @ MCS8 802.11ac, VHT40 @ MCS0 802.11ac, VHT40 @ MCS9 802.11ac, VHT80 @ MCS0 802.11ac, VHT80 @ MCS9 Table 16: Conducted RF Receiving Sensitivity at 2.4 GHz Standard Receiving Sensitivity (Typ.) 802.11b, 1 Mbps -95.5 dBm 802.11b, 11 Mbps -87.0 dBm 802.11g, 6 Mbps...

  • Page 43: Bluetooth Performance

    802.11ac, VHT40, MCS9 -64.5 dBm 802.11ac, VHT80, MCS0 -84.0 dBm 802.11ac, VHT80, MCS9 -59.0 dBm 4.5.2. Bluetooth Performance The following table shows the Bluetooth transmitting and receiving performance of FC800L module. Standard Transmitting Power Receiving Sensitivity Unit -90.0 EDR(π/4-DQPSK) -90.5 EDR(8-DPSK) -85.5...

  • Page 44: Electrostatic Discharge

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 4.6. Electrostatic Discharge Static electricity occurs naturally and it may damage the module. Therefore, applying proper ESD countermeasures and handling methods is imperative. For example, wear anti-static gloves during the development, production, assembly and testing of the module; add ESD protection components to the ESD sensitive interfaces and points in the product design.

  • Page 45: Mechanical Information

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Mechanical Information This chapter describes the mechanical dimensions of FC800L. All dimensions are measured in millimeter (mm), and the dimensional tolerances are ±0.2 mm unless otherwise specified. 5.1. Mechanical Dimensions Figure 16: Top and Side Dimensions (Top and Side View) NOTE The package warpage level of the module conforms to JEITA ED-7306 standard.

  • Page 46: Recommended Footprint

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 5.2. Recommended Footprint Figure 17: Recommended Footprint (Top View) NOTE 1. For easy maintenance of this module, keep at least 3 mm between the module and other components on the motherboard. 2. Keep all RESERVED pins open. FC800L_Hardware_Design 45 / 50...

  • Page 47: Top And Bottom Views

    Figure 18: Top and Bottom Views of the Module NOTE Images above are for illustration purpose only and may differ from the actual module. For authentic appearance and label, please refer to the module received from Quectel. FC800L_Hardware_Design 46 / 50...

  • Page 48: Storage, Manufacturing And Packaging

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Storage, Manufacturing and Packaging 6.1. Storage Conditions The module is provided with vacuum-sealed packaging. MSL of the module is rated as 3. The storage requirements are shown below. 1. Recommended Storage Condition: The temperature should be 23 ± 5 ° C and the relative humidity should be 35–60 %.

  • Page 49: Manufacturing And Soldering

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series NOTE 1. To avoid blistering, layer separation and other soldering issues, extended exposure of the module to the air is forbidden. 2. Take out the module from the package and put it on high-temperature-resistant fixtures before baking. All modules must be soldered to PCB within 24 hours after the baking, otherwise put them in the drying oven.
  • Page 50 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Table 19: Recommended Thermal Profile Parameters Factor Recommendation Soak Zone Max slope 1–3 ° C/s Soak time (between A and B: 150 ° C and 200 ° C) 70–120 s Reflow Zone Max slope 2–3 ° C/s Reflow time (D: over 217 °...

  • Page 51: Packaging Specifications

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 6.3. Packaging Specifications The module adopts carrier tape packaging and details are as follow: 6.3.1. Carrier Tape Dimension details are as follow: Figure 20: Carrier Tape Dimension Drawing Table 20: Carrier Tape Dimension Table (Unit: mm) 13.4 15.4 14.2 1.75...

  • Page 52: Plastic Reel

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 6.3.2. Plastic Reel Figure 21: Plastic Reel Dimension Drawing Table 21: Plastic Reel Dimension Table (Unit: mm) øD1 øD2 32.5 FC800L_Hardware_Design 51 / 50...

  • Page 53: Packaging Process

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series 6.3.3. Packaging Process Place the module into the carrier tape and use the cover tape to cover them; then wind the heat-sealed carrier tape to the plastic reel and use the protective tape for protection. One plastic reel can load 500 modules. Place the packaged plastic reel, humidity indicator card and desiccant bag into a vacuum bag, then vacuumize it.

  • Page 54: Appendix References

    Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Appendix References Table 22: Related Documents Document Name [1] Quectel_UMTS&LTE_EVB_User_Guide [2] Quectel_Module_Secondary_SMT_Application_Note Table 23: Terms and Abbreviations Abbreviation Description BPSK Binary Phase Shift Keying Bluetooth Complementary Code Keying Clear to Send Ground Host Controller Interface IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Input Leakage Current Input/Output Low-Noise Amplifier...
  • Page 55 Wi-Fi&Bluetooth Module Series Printed Circuit Board Pulse Code Modulation Quadrature Amplitude Modulation QPSK Quadrature Phase Shift Keying Radio Frequency RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances Request to Send Receive To Be Determined Transmit UART Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter Very High Throughput Wi-Fi Wireless-Fidelity WLAN Wireless Local Area Network...

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