GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 APPLICABILITY TABLE PRODUCT GE865 Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 2 of 70...
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 DISCLAIMER The information contained in this document is the proprietary information of Telit Communications S.p.A. and its affiliates (“TELIT”). The contents are confidential and any disclosure to persons other than the officers, employees, agents or subcontractors of the owner or licensee of this document, without the prior written consent of Telit, is strictly prohibited.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 10.1.2 Output Lines .................................46 GENERAL PURPOSE I/O............................ 47 11.1 GPIO ................................48 OGIC LEVELS 11.2 GPIO INPUT ............................49 SING A AD AS 11.3 GPIO OUTPUT............................49 SING A AD AS 11.4 GPIO4........................49 SING THE RANSMISSION ONTROL 11.5 RFTXMON GPIO5..........................49...
1.1 Scope The aim of this document is the description of some hardware solutions useful for developing a product with the Telit GE864-QUAD/PY module. 1.2 Audience This document is intended for Telit customers, who are integrators, about to implement their applications using our GE865 modules.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 1.4 Document Organization This document contains the following chapters: Chapter 1: “Introduction” provides a scope for this document, target audience, contact and support information, and text conventions. Chapter 2: “Overview” provides an overview of the document. Chapter 3: “GE865 Mechanical Dimensions”...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 1.5 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.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 2 Overview The aim of this document is the description of some hardware solutions useful for developing a product with the Telit GE865 module. 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.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 3 GE865 Mechanical Dimensions The GE865 overall dimensions are: • Length: 22 mm • Width: 22 mm • Thickness: 3.0 mm Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 11 of 70...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 4 GE865 module connections 4.1 PIN-OUT Ball Signal Function Note Type Audio EAR- Earphone signal output, phase - Audio EAR+ Earphone signal output, phase + Audio MIC+ Mic.signal input; phase+ Audio MIC- Mic.signal input;...
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 Ball Signal Function Note Type PWRMON Power ON Monitor CMOS 2.8V Antenna Antenna output – 50 Ω Service pin shall be used to upgrade the module from ASC1 (RXD AUX, TXD_AUX). The pin shall be tied low to enable the feature Service CMOS 2.8V only in case of a Reflashing activity.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 WARNING: Reserved pins must not be connected. NOTE: If not used, almost all pins should be left disconnected. The only exceptions are the following pins: signal F1,F2,F3 VBATT & VBATT_PA G1, C2, C7, E5, E7, G5, G4, G3, H3, H6 ON/OFF* RESET*...
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 NOTE: The pin defined as H4 has to be considered RESERVED and not connected on any pin in the application. The related area on the application has to be kept empty. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 16 of 70...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 5 Hardware Commands 5.1 Turning ON the GE865 To turn on the GE865 the pad ON# must be tied low for at least 1 second and then released. When the power supply voltage is lower than 3.4V the pad ON# must be tied low at least 3 seconds.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 NOTE: In this document all the lines that are inverted, hence have active low signals are labelled with a name that ends with”#" or with a bar over the name. TIP: To check if the device has powered on, the hardware line PWRMON should be monitored.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 A flow chart showing the proper turn on procedure is displayed below: Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 19 of 70...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 For example: 1- Let's assume you need to drive the ON# pad with a totem pole output of a +3/5 V microcontroller (uP_OUT1): 2- Let's assume you need to drive directly with an ON/OFF button: 5.2 Turning OFF the GE865 The turning off of the device can be done in three ways:...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 5.2.1 Hardware shutdown To turn OFF the GE865 the pad ON# must be tied low for at least 2 seconds and then released. The same circuitry and timing for the power on shall be used. The device shuts down after the release of the ON# pad.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 5.2.2 Hardware Unconditional Restart To unconditionally Restart the GE865, the pad RESET# must be tied low for at least 200 milliseconds and then released. A simple circuit to do it is: The following flow chart shows the proper Reset procedure: Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 NOTE: Don't use any pull up resistor on the RESET# line nor any totem pole digital output. Using pull up resistor may bring to latch up problems on the GE865 power regulator and improper functioning of the module.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 6 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 carefully the requirements and the guidelines that will follow for a proper design. 6.1 Power Supply Requirements The external power supply must be connected to VBATT &...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 6.2 Power Consumption The GE865 power consumptions are: GE865 Average Mode Mode description (mA) SWITCHED OFF Module supplied but Switched Off Switched Off <62uA IDLE mode AT+CFUN=1 23,9 Normal mode: full functionality of the module AT+CFUN=4 Disabled TX and RX;...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 6.3 General Design Rules The principal guidelines for the Power Supply Design embrace three different design steps: • the electrical design • the thermal design • the PCB layout. 6.3.1 Electrical Design Guidelines The electrical design of the power supply depends strongly from the power source where this power is drained.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 An example of linear regulator with 5V input is: 6.3.1.2 + 12V input Source Power Supply Design Guidelines • The desired output for the power supply is 3.8V, hence due to the big difference between the input source and the desired output, a linear regulator is not suited and shall not be used.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 • For Car applications a spike protection diode should be inserted close to the power input, in order to clean the supply from spikes. • A protection diode should be inserted close to the power input, in order to save the GE865 from power polarity inversion.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 6.3.1.3 Battery Source Power Supply Design Guidelines • The desired nominal output for the power supply is 3.8V and the maximum voltage allowed is 4.2V, hence a single 3.7V Li-Ion cell battery type is suited for supplying the power to the Telit GE865 module.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 6.3.2 Thermal Design Guidelines The thermal design for the power supply heat sink should be done with the following specifications: • Average current consumption during transmission @ max PWR level: 500mA • Average current consumption during transmission @ min PWR level: 100mA •...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 6.3.3 Power Supply PCB layout Guidelines As seen on the electrical design guidelines the power supply shall have a low ESR capacitor on the output to cut the current peaks and a protection diode on the input to protect the supply from spikes and polarity inversion.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 7 Antenna The antenna connection and board layout design are the most important part in the full product design and they strongly reflect on the product overall performances, hence read carefully and follow the requirements and the guidelines for a proper design. 7.1 GSM Antenna Requirements As suggested on the Product Description the antenna and antenna line on PCB for a Telit GE865 device shall fulfil the following requirements:...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 This line of transmission shall fulfill the following requirements: ANTENNA LINE ON PCB REQUIREMENTS Impedance 50Ω Max Attenuation 0,3 dB No coupling with other signals allowed Cold End (Ground Plane) of antenna shall be equipotential to the GE865 ground pins Furthermore if the device is developed for the US market and/or Canada market, it shall comply with the FCC and/or IC approval requirements:...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 7.3 GSM Antenna - Installation Guidelines • Install the antenna in a place covered by the GSM signal. • If the device antenna is located greater then 20cm from the human body and there are no co-located transmitter then the Telit FCC/IC approvals can be re-used by the end product •...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 8 Logic level specifications Where not specifically stated, all the interface circuits work at 2.8V CMOS logic levels. The following table shows the logic level specifications used in the GE865 interface circuits: Absolute Maximum Ratings -Not Functional Parameter Input level on any digital pin...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 8.1 Reset signal Signal Function Bga Ball RESET# Phone reset RESET# is used to reset the GE865 . Whenever this signal is pulled low, the GE865 is reset. When the device is reset it stops any operation. After the release of the reset GE865 is unconditionally shut down, without doing any detach operation from the network where it is registered.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 9 Serial Ports The serial port on the GE865 is the core of the interface between the module and OEM hardware. 2 serial ports are available on the module: • MODEM SERIAL PORT 1 (MAIN) •...
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 The signals of the GE865 serial port are: RS232 Signal GE865 Name Usage Number Number Output from the GE865 that indicates DCD - dcd_uart Data Carrier Detect the carrier presence RXD - Transmit line *see Note Output transmit line of GE865 UART tx_uart...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 9.2 RS232 level translation In order to interface the GE865 with a PC com port or a RS232 (EIA/TIA-232) application a level translator is required. This level translator must: • invert the electrical signal in both directions; •...
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 An example of level translation circuitry of this kind is: The example is done with a SIPEX SP3282EB RS232 Transceiver that could accept supply voltages lower than 3V DC. NOTE: In this case Vin has to be set with a value compatible with the logic levels of the module.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 Second solution could be done using a MAXIM transceiver (MAX218) In this case the compliance with RS232 (+-5V) is possible. Another level adapting method could be done using a standard RS232 Transceiver (MAX3237EAI) adding some resistors to adapt the levels on the GE865 Input lines.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 9.3 5V UART level translation If the OEM application uses a microcontroller with a serial port (UART) that works at a voltage different from 2.8 - 3V, then a circuitry has to be provided to adapt the different levels of the two set of signals.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 NOTE: The input lines working at 2.8VCMOS can be pulled-up with 47KΩ In case of reprogramming of the module has to be considered the use of the RESET line to start correctly the activity. The preferable configuration is having an external supply for the buffer.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 10 Audio Section Overview The Base Band Chip of the GE865 provides one audio path both in Uplink (transmit) and in Downlink direction , as shown in the next figure . (receive) For more information refer to Telit document : “...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 10.1 Electrical Characteristics TIP: Being the microphone circuitry the more noise sensitive, its design and layout must be done with particular care. Both microphone paths are balanced and the OEM circuitry must be balanced designed to reduce the common mode noise typically generated on the ground plane.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 10.1.2 Output Lines TIP : We suggest driving the load differentially , thus the output swing will double and the need for the big output coupling capacitor avoided. However if particular OEM application needs, also a Single Ended circuitry can be implemented but the (S.E)
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 11 General Purpose I/O The general purpose I/O pads can be configured to act in three different ways: • input • output • alternate function ( internally controlled Input pads can only be read ; they report the digital value ( ) present on the high or low pad at the read time .
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 • GPIO5 supports all three modes and can be input, output, RFTX monitor output (Alternate function) • GPIO6 supports all three modes and can be input, output, alarm output (Alternate function) • GPIO7 supports all three modes and can be input, output, buzzer output (Alternate function) 11.1 GPIO Logic levels...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 11.2 Using a GPIO Pad as INPUT The GPIO pads, when used as inputs, can be connected to a digital output of another device and report its status, provided this device has interface levels compatible with the 2.8V CMOS levels of the GPIO.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 11.6 Using the Alarm Output GPIO6 The GPIO6 pad, when configured as Alarm Output, is controlled by the GE865 module and will rise when the alarm starts and fall after the issue of a dedicated AT command. This output can be used to power up the GE865 controlling microcontroller or application at the alarm time, giving you the possibility to program a timely system wake-up to achieve some periodic actions and completely turn off either the application...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 NOTE: To correctly drive a buzzer a driver must be provided, its characteristics depend on the Buzzer and for them refer to your buzzer vendor. 11.8 Magnetic Buzzer Concepts 11.8.1 Short Description A magnetic Buzzer is a sound-generating device with a coil located in the magnetic circuit consisting of a permanent magnet, an iron core, a high permeable metal disk and a vibrating diaphragm.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 11.8.2 Frequency Behaviour The frequency behaviour represents the effectiveness of the reproduction of the applied signals. Because performance is related to a square driving waveform (whose amplitude varies from 0V to V ), if you modify the waveform ( e.g.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 11.9 Indication of network service availability The STAT_LED pin status shows information on the network service availability and Call status. In the GE865 modules, the STAT_LED usually needs an external transistor to drive an external LED.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 11.10 RTC Bypass out The VRTC pin brings out the Real Time Clock supply, which is separate from the rest of the digital part, allowing having only RTC going on when all the other parts of the device are off.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 12 DAC and ADC section 12.1 DAC Converter 12.1.1 Description The GE865 provides a Digital to Analog Converter. The signal (named DAC_OUT) is available on BGA Ball G7 of the GE865 and on pin 17 of PL102 on GE865 Interface Board (CS1324).
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 12.1.2 Enabling DAC An AT command is available to use the DAC function. The command is: AT#DAC= [<enable> [, <value>]] <value> - scale factor of the integrated output voltage (0..1023 - 10 bit precision) it must be present if <enable>=1 Refer to SW User Guide or AT Commands Reference Guide for the full description of this function.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 12.2 ADC Converter 12.2.1 Description The on board A/D are 11-bit converter. They are able to read a voltage level in the range of 0÷2 volts applied on the ADC pin input, store and convert it into 11 bit word. Units Input Voltage range Volt...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 13 Mounting the GE865 on your Board 13.1 General The GE865 modules have been designed in order to be compliant with a standard lead- free SMT process. 13.2 Module finishing & dimensions Pin A1 Lead-free Alloy: Surface finishing Sn/Ag/Cu for all solder pads...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 13.3 Recommended foot print for the application In order to easily rework the GE865 is suggested to consider on the application a 1.5mm Inhibit area around the module. It is also suggested, as common rule for an SMT component, to avoid having a mechanical part of the application in direct contact with the module.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 13.4 Debug of the GE865 in production To test and debug the mounting of the GE865, we strongly recommend to foreseen test pads on the host PCB, in order to check the connection between the GE865 itself and the application and to test the performance of the module connecting it with an external computer.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 13.6 PCB pad design Non solder mask defined” (NSMD) type is recommended for the solder pads on the PCB. Recommendations for PCB pad dimensions Ball pitch [mm] Solder resist opening diameter A [mm] 1,150 Metal pad diameter B [mm] 1 ±...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 It is recommended no microvia without solder resist cover under the module and no microvia around the pads (see following figure). Holes in pad are allowed only for blind holes and not for through holes. Recommendations for PCB pad surfaces: Finish Layer thickness [µm]...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 13.7.1 GE865 Solder reflow The following is the recommended solder reflow profile Profile Feature Pb-Free Assembly Average ramp-up rate (T to T 3°C/second max Preheat – Temperature Min (Tsmin) 150°C – Temperature Max (Tsmax) 200°C –...
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 NOTE: All temperatures refer to topside of the package, measured on the package body surface WARNING: The GE865 module withstands one reflow process only. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 64 of 70...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 14 Packing system The GE865 modules are packaged on trays of 50 pieces each. This is especially suitable for the GE865 according to SMT processes for pick & place movement requirements. Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A. written authorization - All Rights Reserved page 65 of 70...
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 NOTE: All temperatures refer to topside of the package, measured on the package body surface WARNING: These trays can withstand at the maximum temperature of 65° C. 14.1 Moisture sensibility The level of moisture sensibility of GE865 is “3”, in according with standard IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020, take care all the relatives requirements for using this kind of components.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 15 Conformity Assessment Issues The Telit GE865 Module has been assessed in order to satisfy the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/05/EC (Radio Equipment & Telecommunications Terminal Equipments) to demonstrate the conformity against the harmonised standards with the final involvement of a Notified Body.
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 • The system antenna(s) used for this module must not exceed 1.4dBi (850MHz) and 3.0dBi (1900MHz) for mobile and fixed or mobile operating configurations. • Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 16 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: Where it can interfere with other electronic devices in environments such as hospitals, airports, aircrafts, etc...
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GE865 Hardware User Guide 1vv0300799 Rev.9 – 27-07-2009 The European Community provides some Directives for the electronic equipments introduced on the market. All the relevant information’s are available on the European Community website: http://europa.eu.int/comm/enterprise/rtte/dir99-5.htm The text of the Directive 99/05 regarding telecommunication equipments is available, while the applicable Directives (Low Voltage and EMC) are available at: http://europa.eu.int/comm/enterprise/electr_equipment/index_en.htm Reproduction forbidden without Telit Communications S.p.A.
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