Quick Start EVK-M8QSAM / EVK-M8xCAM
1. Overview
E (RS232)
D (USB)
F (RST)
G (Boot)
C (14 pin connector)
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A (RF IN)
EVK-M8xCAM only
Plastic
protection
cover
B (USB / RS232 switch)
2. Setup
1. Download and install the EVK-M8QSAM / EVK-
M8xCAM software (and documentation) from
www.u-blox.com/evaluation-kits.
See the installation notes on the back of this card.
2. Connect the unit to a PC. Options:
• USB: Connect via USB port (D). Set switch (B) to
USB. The USB driver installs automatically when
the device is connected to a PC - requires internet
connection.
• UART: Connect via RS232 (E). Set switch (B) to
RS232.
NOTE: Press RST (F) after setting switch (B).
3. Provide power to the device at all times, either via
USB on the back or the V5 IN pin on the front.
4. EVK-M8QSAM: Place the EVK with an unobstructed
view of the sky, no external antenna connectivity at
(A).
EVK-M8QCAM / EVK-M8CCAM: Place the EVK with
an unobstructed view of the sky or connect antenna
signal to (A).
5. Start the u-center GNSS Evaluation Software and
select the corresponding COM port and baud rate.
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