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All specifications are subject to change without notice and do not represent a commitment on the part of Enfora, Inc. Enfora, Inc. will not be responsible for any loss or damages incurred related to the use of information contained in this document.
3.1............................4 EVISION ISTORY 3.2..............................5 EFERENCES 3.2.1. Enfora Enabler LPP G Product Documentation ................. 5 3.2.2. GSM Device Specifications ........................5 3.2.3. US Government ............................ 5 3.2.4.
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42, 43, 44, 45, 46) ..............35 UBSCRIBER DENTITY ODULE 6.6.1. Using a Remote SIM with the Enfora Enabler LPP G Module (Pins 42, 43, 44, 45, 46) ....36 6.6.1.1. Remote SIM Component Information ......................37 ...
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(OEM) ..........67 NSTRUCTIONS TO THE RIGINAL QUIPMENT ANUFACTURER 13.8.1. OEM Responsibilities for All Products Containing the Enabler LPP G module ....... 69 13.8.2. Specific OEM Responsibilities for Portable Products and Applications ........... 70 13.8.3.
2. Regulatory Compliance FCC 2.1. Integration Considerations and Installation Requirements The Enabler LPP G module is designed for use in a variety of host units, "enabling" the host platform to perform wireless data communications. However, there are certain criteria relative to integrating the Enabler LPP G module into a host platform such as a PC, laptop, handheld or ®...
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Any antenna used with the Enabler LPP G module must be approved by the FCC or as a Class II Permissive Change (including MPEL or SAR data as applicable). The "professional installation" provision of FCC Part 15.203 does not apply.
PTCRB, R&TTE, IMEI and other applicable codes that are in effect at the time of publication. Enfora disclaims all responsibility for any act or omissions, or for breach of law, code or regulation, including local or state codes, performed by a third party.
3. Manual Overview This document describes the available hardware interface of the Enabler LPP G module. The purpose of this document is to define the electrical, mechanical and software interfaces while providing detailed technical information in order to streamline the process of hardware and system integration.
The Enfora Enabler LPP G module is a fully Type-approved GSM/GPRS device, enabling application-specific, two-way communication and control. The small size of the Enfora Enabler LPP G module allows it to be integrated easily into the application and packaging. 4.2.
The Enfora Enabler LPP G module provides 4 frequency bands for compatibility with worldwide frequency standards. 850/1900 frequency bands are primarily used in North and South America, while 900/1800 bands are used throughout the world. The Enabler LPP G offers all four bands for use worldwide.
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Application Interface: Host Protocol ........ MCP Protocol, AT Commands, OTA Enfora Packet API and USB. Internal Protocols ......UDP stack and TCP/IP stack Physical Interface ......2 serial (primary - Default rate 115,200 baud; secondary - rate 19,200 baud), 1 USB (debug) Audio Interface ......
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Operating Power (TYPICAL): NOTE: UART disabled during testing; data average taken for 5 minutes; Vbat = 3.7V. Function Average Peak State Block Current Current Current 2.2V <2uA 22uA Idle 3.3V <2.5uA 25uA 2.2V <7uA 40uA Motion sensor on (no movement) 3.3V 3.5uA 21.5uA...
EMI emissions, maximum thermal conduction, mechanical integrity, and voice quality. The Enabler LPP G module is a very compact, high performance design, yet it is easy to interface into the final product. In order to realize its full potential, designers should pay close attention to ground structures, the routing of RF and Digital traces, and the size of the power supply lines.
4.5.1. Advanced tips for an RF friendly layout 4.5.1.1. Ground Plane To ensure the lowest possible EMI emissions and maximum thermal conductivity, it is recommended that all metal tabs on the GSM module shield must be soldered down onto a continuous ground plane that runs under the entire module.
4.5.1.2. Thermal Relief Because the ground plane acts as a large heat sink, it can affect the solderability of components. A common method to reduce this effect is to use thermal relief around the pad in question. However, great care must be taken when using thermal relief for high current or high frequency applications For example, a large thermal relief like the one shown in Figure 2 can serve the purpose for general applications such as low current, low speed data lines, DC connections and audio...
GOOD RF thermal relief Figure 3 - Example of a GOOD RF Thermal Relief 4.5.1.3. Antenna and RF Signal Trace The PCB trace that feeds the RF output port must be designed for a 50 ohm characteristic impedance, coplanar, or routed into internal layers to keep the top layer continuous around and underneath the Enabler module.
4.5.1.4. Vbat Input The Enabler Vbat input can have a relative high current draw that can fluctuate rapidly, especially when transmitting at max power and burst mode. The Vbat interface must be designed to provide the required instantaneous voltage and current with minimal voltage droop.
The guidelines presented in IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020C for handling, preparation, and reflow of lead-free devices should be applied to the Enabler LPP G module. Care should be taken to minimize module moisture exposure before reflow. The module is classified as a Type 3 MSL (moisture sensitivity level).
5.2. Detailed Product Specifications Physical Dimensions and Weight Size (L x W x H) 38.5 mm x 33.6 mm x 4.19 mm Weight < 8.6 grams Climatic: Operational GSM Compliant temperature -20°C to +60°C Operating temperature -30°C to +70°C Relative humidity 5 - 95% Air pressure (altitude) 70 kPa to 106 kPa (-400 m to 3000 m)
5.3. Operating Power The Enfora Enabler LPP G module requires an input voltage of 3.3 Vdc to 4.5 Vdc. 5.3.1. Typical Input Current Test Conditions: Typical Results @ 3.8V, 20 deg C, terminated into a 50 load. GSM Operation...
SIM Card I/O Data SIM_VDD SIM Output Voltage 1.8 V / 2.85 V SIM_DETECT SIM Card Detect System Ground System Ground GPS_RF_ANT GPS RF Output System Ground Table 3 - Enabler LPP G Pin Assignments LPP0108IG001 Version - Preliminary – 06/20/08...
RF Antenna IEC 61000-4-2 8000 Table 4: ESD Protection Levels Caution – It is the Integrator’s responsibility to protect the Enabler LPP G module from electrical disturbances and excursions, which exceed the specified operating parameters. LPP0108IG001 Version - Preliminary – 06/20/08...
6.4. Power Button and Status LED The power button is polled once per second. Once the power button press is detected, the signal is debounced using Timer A. The button must be held for three (3) seconds to deactivate the device. Once sufficient button press and hold occurs, the status LED is enabled for three (3) seconds.
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Passive antenna is enabled by placing a jumper on J403 in the sample schematic between pins 2 and 3. LPP0108IG001 Version - Preliminary – 06/20/08...
6.6.1. Module Power (Pins 30, 31) The Enfora Enabler LPP G module uses a single voltage source of VCC=+3.3V to 4.5V. (The exact values of the uplink currents are shown in the tables in section 5.3.1.)
6.6.2. On/Off Signal (Pin 4) The module may be set into a low power ‘off’ mode by pulling the pin low for a minimum of 3 seconds. This will shutdown any active functions including GPS and GSM, and stop the processor. This is the lowest power mode of the module, it can be ideally used when storing or shipping units and the controller is not to be enabled.
Input Voltage – High 2.2V/3 V 0.8*Vcc Reset µS Pulse Duration 6.6.3. USB (Pins 34, 35, 36) This is for Enfora Debug only Pin Name Signal Description Number Direction USB_VBUS 5 V tolerant power Supply VBUS line; Used only as a USB sense, not for powering the module.
DCE Input Transmit Data (TD) from DTE Output Signal Ground both The key features of the UART in the Enabler LPP G module mode are as follows: 16C550 compatibility Baud rate 115200 Kbits/s Data format: ...
Module Number Signal Direction Transmit Data (TD) Output Signal Ground The key features of the UART in the Enabler LPP G module mode are as follows: Baud rate 19200 Kbits/s Data format: Data bit: 8 bits Parity bit: none ...
6.6.5. Handset Microphone Input (Pins 39, 40) The handset differential inputs MICIP and MICIN can be amplified by the differential handset microphone amplifier. This amplifier has a gain of 25.6 dB. Handset Mic Input Parameter/Conditions Units Maximum Input Range – Inputs 3 dBm0 (Max.
"key"). This information consists of a microprocessor and memory installed on a plastic card. Note: The SIM is not provided with the Enfora Enabler LPP G module. The SIM must be obtained from the GSM service provider and must be provisioned by the operator for data and/or voice.
6.7.1. Using a Remote SIM with the Enfora Enabler LPP G Module (Pins 42, 43, 44, 45, 46) The Enabler LPP G module does not include an on-board SIM carrier. The module supports the use of 1.8 V and 3 V SIM cards. The module includes a hardware interface module dedicated to Universal Subscriber Identity Module (USIM).
Debouncing time (SIM-card extraction) Detect Pull-up resistor (resistor + resistive switch) kΩ 6.7.1.1. Remote SIM Component Information Any compatible SIM carrier can be used in conjunction with the Enabler LPP G module. For example: Lumberg P/N 8840_A_21. Suyin P/N: 254016MA006G103ZL LPP0108IG001...
7. Battery Charging Calibration and Configuration 7.1. Objective The objective of this document is to outline how to configure the Enabler LPP G based battery charger for specific batteries and chargers. 7.2. Supported Devices Enabler LPP G 7.3. References ...
7.4.1. Setting BCIVSF parameters BCIVSF sets the scaling factor so the battery voltage reported by the Triton-Lite matches the real battery voltage on the Vbat pin. This one-time calibration should be done at module production. 7.4.2. Equipment required Programmable power supply with <10mV resolution and voltage sense lines. ...
7.4.4. Setting BCIISF Parameters The charging current calibration requires measuring the current at 2 levels and determining the adc_num and adc_offset based on the physical currents (Iphy) and reported charging currents (Ichg_avg_mA). Two points are required to get accurate calibrations at both the high and low current levels.
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charging so AT$BCIOFF=0 charge current will take effect. Measure Read I Iphy2 BATSIM power supply current. current Record AT$BAT= 40,1,2,4,3956,<Ichg2> Ichg2 reported Ichg, after update. Calculate Note 1 <adc_num>, Note 2 <adc_offset> Set scaling AT$BCIISF=<adc_num>,<adc_offset> factors Verify results. AT$BCICHG2= 1,32,6050,4725,5725 AT$BCIOFF=1, AT$BCIOFF=0 AT$BAT=...
7.5. Setting BCIAVG parameters Averaging of the voltage, temperature, and current readings is used to reduce noise or spikes that could otherwise trigger ill-timed state changes or inaccurate readings. It is up to the user’s comfort level what values should be set. Setting any alfa=0 my give readings that are too noisy, especially in the case of current readings.
7.6.4. Set the desired CI charge current for the designated charger. Determining the charge current for the constant-current charging stage now will make the BCIMAP# <%> parameters more accurate. Typical limiting values are listed in the following table: Charger Max. charge current <ci_chgireg>...
7.6.6. Note the first Vbat(mA) that occurred after the charge stopped and went to 3(SUP). Parameter Value (mV) Vbat(mA)_at transition Note the start and stop times of State 4(CCI). Calculate the time interval given the <#_ci_elements> chosen earlier: Parameter Value (hh:mm:ss) CI START CI STOP Value (sec)
7.8.2. Equipment required Temperature chamber Mostly discharged battery or battery simulator. A notebook or desktop computer with any version of Microsoft Windows that has the HyperTerminal communications program. If this hardware is not available, the user could use a DOS terminal emulation program.
7.9. Setting BCIDEL parameters Self-explanatory. Customer may choose to delete chargers or batteries from the list. 7.10. Setting BCIOFF parameters Self-explanatory. Customer may choose enable/disable the charging at any time. chg_ov_thr chg_id_low Vchg chg_id_low BAT OV Threshold 70%, ci=7 4.225V 4.2V cv_chgvreg 100%...
7.12. BCI Command Parameters - Appendix 2 Table of BCI command parameters relating to per-unit calibration and system-level configuration. Calibration is required on every module. Configuration is required once and all modules configured likewise. Recommend leave all other parameters at default values. Command Parameter Factory...
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<80%> Opt. <90%> Opt. <100%> Opt. <tbat_min> Opt. <tbat_max> Opt. <adc@-20> <adc@-10> <adc@0> <adc@+10> AT$BCITMP# <adc@+20> <adc@+30> <adc@+40> <adc@+50> <adc@+60> <i_meas> Opt. Table of BCI commands that report information and debug parameters. Command Parameter Information Debug AT$BAT <pct> <bat_id> <chg_id> <state>...
7.13. Set BCI parameters for an ActiveKey2 - Appendix 3 Example 1: Set BCI parameters for an ActiveKey2, 230mAh Li-Ion battery, and 5V regulated wall charger. Step 1 - Given: Variable Value Description 50mA AKII idle current 6.050 V AKII max. voltage on charger input 230mAh Battery1 capacity (Nitro battery), ID, 4.7kohm...
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Step 3 - Calculate BCI parameters: Variable Formula Result AT$BCICHG2 <ci_chgireg> [ 0.22 x (CI + I ) x 10 + 0 ] x 255 / 1750 AT$BCICHG2 <ov_thr> <ov_thr> = V x 1000 6050 AT$BCICHG2 <id_low> <id_low> = Vchg2_Min x 1000 4725 AT$BCICHG2 <id_high>...
9. GSM/GPRS Modes of Operation GSM/GPRS supports many optional services and modes. The Enfora Enabler LPP G module supports the following GSM/GPRS services: Short-Message Services (SMS) Class B GPRS Functionality Voice communication 9.1. Enabling the Transmission Modes for the GSM/GPRS Services Each of the GSM/GPRS services has two modes that can be enabled separately: ...
The GSM SIM can have multiple telephone numbers. It is imperative for the Enfora Enabler LPP G module that the SIM be configured for the optional services that are required for the application. 9.5. GPRS Services Supported by the Enfora Enabler LPP G Module...
Up to Multi-slot 10 Class of Service 9.6. Selecting the GSM Modes of Operation When provisioning the SIM for the Enfora Enabler LPP G module, enable the following modes of operation: Voice calls: configure the SIM for both MO and MT service (to send and receive) ...
10. Software Interface 10.1. Software Interface The application sends commands to the Enfora Enabler LPP G module via the 50-pin I/O signal connector. These commands use the Enabler LPP G Menu System, Enfora AT Command Set and/or Enfora GSM-GPRS Family API.
12.1. Scope Enfora warrants to the original purchaser of the product that, for a period of one (1) year from the date of product purchase, the product hardware, when used in conjunction with any associated software (including any firmware and applications) supplied by Enfora, will be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal operation.
Exceptions and Disclaimers Enfora shall have no obligation under this limited warranty for (a) normal wear and tear, (b) the cost of procurement of substitute products or (c) any defect that is (i) discovered by purchaser during the...
13.2. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and Safety Requirements The Enfora Enabler LPP G module has been tested and approved for application in the United States of America (US) and the European Union (EU). The compliance details for each of these markets follow.
Regulations. This certification is contingent upon installation, operation and use of the Enfora Enabler LPP G module and its host product in accordance with all instructions provided to both the OEM and end user. When installed and operated in a manner consistent with the instructions provided, the Enfora Enabler LPP G module meets the maximum permissible exposure (MPE) limits for general population / uncontrolled exposure at defined in Section 1.1310 of the FCC Rules and...
Equipment designated as Class A is intended for use in a commercial, industrial or business environment. The Enfora Enabler LPP G module has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device and can be integrated into equipment or applications intended for use in commercial, industrial or business environments.
Both of these documents are available via the Internet at the OET web site: http://www.fcc.gov/oet The Enfora Enabler LPP G products are GSM radio transceivers, which operate under the authority of 47 CFR Part 24, Subpart E and Part 22 of the FCC Rules and Regulations. When installed and operated in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual, these devices comply with current FCC regulations regarding human exposure to radio frequency radiation.
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Note: Additional care must be taken by the installer and/or user of the Enfora Enabler LPP G products to ensure proper antenna selection and installation. Adherence to the above conditions is necessary to comply with FCC requirements for safe operation regarding exposure to RF radiation.
For fixed applications (2 meter separation) the antenna gain can be as much as 26 dBi. radiation Modifications and/or additions to the Enfora Enabler LPP G GSM transceiver, including use of antennas with higher gain than those authorized by the FCC, are prohibited...
Current FCC regulations limit the EIRP of mobile devices to 2 W. Because the nominal RF output power of the Enfora Enabler LPP G GSM1900 GSM transceiver is 1.0 W (31 dBm), antenna gain for mobile products and applications cannot exceed 2 dBi.
In most other countries that have not been listed above there are similar rules and regulations that must be met for importing the Enfora Enabler LPP G module. Each may require a different mark of approval (for example, the CB Scheme) as an acceptance requirement. For each of these cases the country should identified, and the appropriate steps should be taken to meet the requirements set forth in the intended market.
Application Programming Interface. Refers to the Application which sends or receives commands/responses App Application from the Enfora Enabler LPP G Module Commands issued by intelligent device to a modem to perform functions, AT Command Set such as to initiate call, to answer call, or to transmit data.
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Stores the identity and user data for all subscribers belonging to the area of the related MSC. Home Location Register A unique number for each GSM Terminal tracked by the GSM operators in IMEI their Equipment Identity Register (EIR) database. International Mobile Equipment Identity A unique number identifying the subscriber stored in the SIM card.
Figure 4 - Example of Vbat Voltage Droop ....................16 Figure 5 - Audio Reference Design Schematic ................... 17 Figure 6 - Enabler LPP G Module Block Diagram ..................18 Figure 7 – Side and Front of Module with Pin 1 reference ................. 21 ...
16. APPENDIX E - Contacting Enfora For technical support and customer service dealing with the modem itself, contact the company where you purchased the product. If you purchased the product directly from Enfora, visit the SUPPORT page on the Enfora website: http://www.enfora.com/support_newissue.asp...
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