Summary of Contents for Telit Wireless Solutions XE910
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 APPLICABILITY TABLE PRODUCT HE910 Mini PCIe HE910-D Mini PCIe DE910 Mini PCIe LE910-SVG Mini PCIe LE910-NVG Mini PCIe LE910-NAG Mini PCIe LE910-EUG Mini PCIe LE910-NA V2 Mini PCIe LE910-SV V2 Mini PCIe...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Notice While reasonable efforts have been made to assure the accuracy of this document, Telit assumes no liability resulting from any inaccuracies or omissions in this document, or from use of the information obtained herein.
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Usage and Disclosure Restrictions License Agreements The software described in this document is the property of Telit and its licensors. It is furnished by express license agreement only and may be used only in accordance with the terms of such an agreement.
1.1. Scope The aim of this document is the description of some hardware solutions useful for developing a product with the Telit xE910 Mini PCIe Adapter. 1.2. Audience This document is intended for Telit customers, who are integrators, about to implement their applications using our xE910 Mini PCIe Adapter.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 1.4. Text Conventions Danger – This information MUST be followed or catastrophic equipment failure or bodily injury may occur. Caution or Warning – Alerts the user to important points about integrating the module, if these points are not followed, the module and end user equipment may fail or malfunction.
The aim of this document is the description of some hardware solutions useful for developing a product that will host the Telit XE910 Mini PCIe Adapter. In this document all the basic functions of a mobile phone will be taken into account; for each one of them a proper hardware solution will be suggested and eventually the wrong solutions and common errors to be avoided will be evidenced.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 xE910 Mini PCI express card connections 3.1. PIN-OUT This product has a standard Mini PCI express connector, excepting the (4) audio signals which use normally reserved connectors. Pin Signal Function...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Miscellaneous Functions WAKE# Active low signal used to wake up the system from stand-by 3.3V 20 WDISABLE# Active low signal for wireless disabling (Flight mode) 3.3V 22 PERST# Active low functional reset to the card 3.3V...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 3.2. Antenna Connectors The xE910 Mini PCIe adapter is equipped with a set of 50 Ω RF U.FL. connectors from Hirose U.FL-R-SMT-1(10). The available connectors are: • Main RF antenna (ANT) •...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Power Supply The power supply circuitry and board layout are a very important part in the full product design and they strongly reflect on the product overall performances, hence read the requirements carefully and the guidelines that will follow for a proper design.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 4.2. Power Consumption Please refer to the Module’s Hardware User guide for the details The GSM system is made in a way that the RF transmission is not continuous, else it is packed into bursts at a base frequency of about 216 Hz, and the relative current peaks can be as high as about 2.4A.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 GSM/WCDMA/LTE /CDMA Radio Section 5.1. xE910 Mini PCI Product Variants The following table is listing the main differences between the xE910 variants: Product 2G Bands 3G Bands LTE Bands CDMA Bands...
The antenna connection is one of the most important aspect in the full product design as it strongly affects the product overall performances, hence read carefully and follow the requirements and the guidelines for a proper design. The xE910 Mini PCIe adapter is provided with three RF connectors. The available connectors are: •...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 MAIN ANTENNA REQUIREMENTS for LE910-EU V2 Depending by frequency band(s) provided by the network Frequency range operator, the customer shall use the most suitable antenna for that/those band(s) 250 MHz in LTE/WCDMA Band 1...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 MAIN ANTENNA REQUIREMENTS for LE910-NAG Depending by frequency band(s) provided by the network Frequency range operator, the customer shall use the most suitable antenna for that/those band(s) GSM850 : 70 MHz...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 MAIN ANTENNA REQUIREMENTS for HE910 Depending by frequency band(s) provided by the network Frequency range operator, the customer shall use the most suitable antenna for that/those band(s) 70 MHz in GSM850, 80 MHz in GSM900, 170 MHz in DCS & 140...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 20 of 56...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 5.4. Antenna Diversity Requirements This product includes an input for a second RX antenna to improve the radio sensitivity. The function is called Antenna Diversity. DIVERSITY ANTENNA REQUIREMENTS for LE910-NA V2...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 DIVERSITY ANTENNA REQUIREMENTS for LE910-EU V2 Depending by frequency band(s) provided by the network Frequency range operator, the customer shall use the most suitable antenna for that/those band(s) 60 MHz in LTE/WCDMA Band 1...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 DIVERSITY ANTENNA REQUIREMENTS for LE910-NVG Depending by frequency band(s) provided by the network Frequency range operator, the customer shall use the most suitable antenna for that/those band(s) Bandwidth WCDMA band II(1900) : 140 MHz...
AT#RXDIV command (ref to the At User guide for the proper syntax). 5.5. GNSS Receiver The XE910 Mini PCIe adapter integrates a GNSS receiver that could be used in Standalone mode and in A-GPS (assisted GPS), according to the different configurations. The supported technologies are described in the following table:...
This allows the module to work well with a passive GPS antenna. If the antenna cannot be located near the xE910, then an active antenna (that is, an antenna with a low noise amplifier built in) can be used with an external dedicated power supply circuit.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Logic level specifications The following table shows logic level specifications used in the xE910 interface circuits: Absolute Maximum Ratings -Not Functional Parameter Input level on any digital pin (CMOS 1.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 SIM interface The SIM pins provide the connections necessary to interface to a SIM socket located on the host device. Voltage levels over this interface comply with 3GPP standards. SIM Card Interface SIMVCC External SIM signal –...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Control signals The XE910 Mini PCIe provides signals for module control, as described in the following table: Signal Function Type WAKE# Active low signal used to wake up the system from stand-by 3.3V...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Following picture shows the internal WAKE# driver: WAKE# output may be connected to an edge sensitive application input (e.g. a microcontroller input with IRQ enabled). No external pull-up is needed, since it is internally implemented.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 9.2. W_DISABLE# W_DISABLE# is used to force the module to shut down. Thanks to its internal pull-up, leaving this pin unconnected allows the module to operate normally. This switch follows the behavior as described in the PCI-Express Mini Card specification.
It may only be used to reset a device already on that is not responding to any command. NOTE: Do not use this signal to power cycle the xE910 Mini PCIe. Use the AT#SHDN command instead. Reset Signal Operating levels:...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 dedicated CODEC on the Application design. 10.1. Electrical Characteristics The product provides a PCM Digital Audio Interface (DVI) on the following Pins: Digital Voice Interface (DVI) PCM_CLK Digital Audio Interface (CLK) CMOS 1.8V...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 11. Mechanical specifications The xE910 Mini PCIe adapters have been designed to be compliant with a standard lead-free SMT process. Moreover, it is compatible with the Mini PCIe card 52-pin card edge-type connector.
Thickness(SIM holder version): 4.78 mm The module complies with the standard dimensions specified in the PCI Express Mini Card Electromechanical Specification Revision 1.1 11.1. WEIGHT The Telit xE910 Mini PCIe adapter weight is about 10 grams. 11.2. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Temperature range Storage and operating -40°...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 12. Packing system The XE910 Mini PCIe modules are packaged on trays of 20 pieces each. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 35 of 56...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 13. SAFETY RECOMMANDATIONS READ CAREFULLY Be sure the use of this product is allowed in the country and in the environment required. The use of this product may be dangerous and has to be avoided in the following areas: ...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 14. Conformity assessment issues The following chapters are related to the module soldered on the carrier board 14.1. 1999/5/EC Directive (HE910) The HE910 mPCIe and HE910-D mPCIe have been evaluated against the essential requirements of the 1999/5/EC Directive.
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Portuguese Telit Communications S.p.A. declara que este 2G/3G module está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Telit Communications S.p.A. týmto vyhlasuje, že 2G/3G module spĺňa základné požiadavky a Slovak všetky príslušné...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 The full declaration of conformity can be found on the following address: http://www.telit.com/ There is no restriction for the commercialisation of the HE910 mPCIe, HE910-D mPCIe in all the countries of the European Union.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 14.2. FCC/IC Regulatory notices (HE910) Modification statement Telit has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements de la IC pour un environnement non contrôlé. L'antenne doit être installé de façon à garder une distance minimale de 20 centimètres entre la source de rayonnements et votre corps.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 14.3. 1999/5/EC Directive (LE910) The LE910-EUG module has been evaluated against the essential requirements of the 1999/5/EC Directive. С настоящето Telit Communications S.p.A. декларира, че 2G/3G/LTE module Bulgarian отговаря на съществените изисквания и другите приложими изисквания на...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Maltese Hawnhekk, Telit Communications S.p.A., jiddikjara li dan 2G/3G/LTE module jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid- Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC. Norwegian Telit Communications S.p.A. erklærer herved at utstyret 2G/3G/LTE module er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Thus, the following marking is included in the product: The full declaration of conformity can be found on the following address: http://www.telit.com/ There is no restriction for the commercialisation of the LE910-EUG modules in all the countries of the European Union.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 14.4. FCC/IC Regulatory notices (LE910) Modification statement Telit has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements de la IC pour un environnement non contrôlé. L'antenne doit être installé de façon à garder une distance minimale de 20 centimètres entre la source de rayonnements et votre corps.
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 L'appareil hôte doit être étiqueté comme il faut pour permettre l'identification des modules qui s'y trouvent. L'étiquette de certification du module donné doit être posée sur l'appareil hôte à un endroit bien en vue en tout temps.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 14.5. Conformity Assessment Issues / Problèmes d'évaluation de conformité (DE910) The DE910 is FCC/IC Approved as a module to be installed in other devices. This device should be used only for fixed and mobile applications and if the final product after integration is intended for portable use, a new application and FCC is required.
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 The user must refer to below information to meet the FCC/IC's RF exposure rules and regulations when they design: Lors de la conception, l'utilisateur doit se référer à l'information ci-dessous pour remplir les conditions et règlementations FCC/IC' d’exposition aux ondes RF:...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 ayant un gain supérieur au gain maximum indiqué pour ce type, sont strictement interdits pour un usage avec ce dispositif. The following regulatory and safety notices must be published in documentation supplied to the end user of the product or system incorporating an adapter in compliance with local regulations.
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est...
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Bande de LE910-NA LE910-SV fréquence 700 MHz 6.63 dBi 6.94 dBi 850 MHz 6.63 dBi 1700 MHz 6.00 dBi 6.00 dBi 1900 MHz 8.51 dBi 9.01 dBi L'émetteur ne doit pas être colocalisé ni fonctionner conjointement avec à autre antenne ou autre émetteur.
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Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Labelling Requirements for the Host device The host device shall be properly labelled to identify the modules within the host device. The certification label of the module shall be clearly visible at all times when installed in the host device, otherwise the host device must be labelled to display the FCC ID and IC of the module, preceded by the words "Contains transmitter module",...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme à la norme canadienne ICES-003. 14.7. Safety Recommendations (LE910 V2) Be sure the use of this product is allowed in the country and in the environment required.
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 The European Community provides some Directives for the electronic equipment introduced on the market. All the relevant information’s are available on the European Community website: http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/sectors/rtte/documents/ The text of the Directive 99/05 regarding telecommunication equipment is available, while the applicable Directives (Low Voltage and EMC) are available at: http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/sectors/electrical/...
Mini PCIe Hardware User Guide 1vv0301006 Rev.10 – 2015-12-06 product has to be handled with care, avoiding any contact with the pads because electrostatic discharges may damage the product itself. The system integrator is responsible for the functioning of the final product; therefore,...
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