Introduction; The Universal Development Kit - Sierra Wireless MC5720 Hardware Integration Manual

Introduction

Sierra Wireless manufactures several modules that are designed to be embedded
in other products, such as mobile phones and PDAs (Personal Digital Assistants).
The Sierra Wireless modules form the radio component of these products,
providing the ability to establish wireless phone calls and/or data connections.
There are several models of these embedded modules, including:
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Typically, integrating an embedded module into another product has these
phases:
1. Embedded module evaluation—The capabilities of the EM are evaluated,
2. Interface development—The host software is designed using the
3. Embedded module integration—A probe-ready connection is created
This guide is concerned with the third phase of integration and provides the
information necessary to create a connection between the embedded module and
the host product. Recommendations related to the host design are also provided.
An understanding of network technology and experience in integrating hardware
components into electronic equipment is assumed.

The Universal Development Kit

Sierra Wireless manufactures a Universal Development Kit (UDK) that
facilitates all phases of the integration process. The UDK is based on a
development platform that is designed to support multiple members of the
Wireless Embedded Module (EM) product family. For more information, see the
Universal Development Kit Hardware User Guide.
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The MC5720 which operates on CDMA networks using the IS-95A and
CDMA 1x, and EvDO (IS-866) network standards
The MC8755 which operates on GSM networks using the
GSM/GPRS/EDGE/W-CMDA/HSDPA network standards
Other modules under development that will operate using other network
standards.
and an interface strategy is developed.
appropriate communications protocols and control signal sequencing.
between the embedded module and the host product.
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