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  • Page 1 ® SocketModem Cell MTSMC-L4G1 Device Guide...
  • Page 2 Legal Notices The MultiTech products are not designed, manufactured or intended for use, and should not be used, or sold or re-sold for use, in connection with applications requiring fail-safe performance or in applications where the failure of the products would reasonably be expected to result in personal injury or death, significant property damage, or serious physical or environmental damage.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Contents Chapter 1 – Product Overview ..........................6 Product Overview................................6 Product Build Options ..............................6 Documentation ................................6 Chapter 2 – Mechanical Drawings..........................7 MTSMC-L4G1 ................................7 MTSMC-L4G1-U................................8 Chapter 3 – Specifications............................9 MTSMC-L4G1 and MTSMC-L4G1-U Specifications ....................... 9 LED Interface ................................
  • Page 4 CONTENTS Chapter 5 – Safety Information ..........................21 Handling Precautions ..............................21 Radio Frequency (RF) Safety ............................21 Sécurité relative aux appareils à radiofréquence (RF)....................21 Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices ..................22 Potential interference ............................... 22 Precautions for pacemaker wearers ........................22 Vehicle Safety................................
  • Page 5 CONTENTS Settings tab ................................45 Connection tab................................45 Details tab ................................. 45 Terminal tab................................45 Charts tab.................................. 45 Troubleshooting ................................45 Serial COM port is not available in the Serial Modem Settings................45 Device is not detected ("No Device") ........................45 MultiConnect Cell USB Modem is not detected .......................
  • Page 6: Chapter 1 - Product Overview

    LTE Cat 4 performance. These quick-to-market communications devices allow developers to add wireless communication to products with a minimum of development time and expense. SocketModem Cell models are based on industry-standard open interfaces and use MultiTech’s Universal Socket design. Product Build Options...
  • Page 7: Chapter 2 - Mechanical Drawings

    MECHANICAL DRAWINGS Chapter 2 – Mechanical Drawings MTSMC-L4G1 ® SocketModem Cell MTSMC-L4G1 Device Guide...
  • Page 8: Mtsmc-L4G1-U

    MECHANICAL DRAWINGS MTSMC-L4G1-U ® SocketModem Cell MTSMC-L4G1 Device Guide...
  • Page 9: Chapter 3 - Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Chapter 3 – Specifications MTSMC-L4G1 and MTSMC-L4G1-U Specifications Category Description General Standards 4G LTE FDD/TDD UMTS/HSPA+ GSM/GPRS/EDGE GNSS: GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo/QZSS TCP/IP Functions FTP, SMTP, SSL, TCP, UDP Frequency Bands LTE FDD: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28 LTE TDD: B38/B39/B40/B41 WCDMA: B1/B2/B4/B5/B6/B8/B19 GSM: B2/B3/B5/B8 Speed Data Speed LTE FDD: Max 150Mbps (DL)/Max 50Mbps (UL) LTE TDD: Max 130Mbps (DL)/Max 35Mbps (UL)
  • Page 10: Led Interface

    SPECIFICATIONS Category Description Storage Temperature -40° C to +85° C Humidity 20%-90% RH, non-condensing Power Requirements Input Voltage 3.3 - 5 VDC Point-to-Point messaging Mobile-Terminated SMS Mobile-Originated SMS SMS over IMS Certifications and Compliance EMC and Radio FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance FCC Part 22H, 24E, 27, 90 EMC and Radio...
  • Page 11: Uart Dc Electrical Characteristics

    SPECIFICATIONS UART DC Electrical Characteristics Symbol Applicable VCC (V) Minimum Maximum Unit Signals #RESET, #RTS, 3.0 to 3.6 High-level #TXD, #DTR 4.5 to 5.3 VCC × 0.7 input voltage USB_VBUS 3.0 to 5.3 VCC × 0.7 #RESET, #RTS, 3.0 to 3.6 #TXD, #DTR 4.5 to 5.3 VCC ×...
  • Page 12: Recommended Operating Conditions

    SPECIFICATIONS Recommended Operating Conditions Symbol Applicable Signals VCC (V) Minimum Maximum Positive DC Supply 3.3V Voltage #RESET, #RTS, #TXD, 3.0 to 3.6 #DTR, USB_VBUS 4.5 to 5.5 Input transition rise or fall rate Electrical Characteristics Other Pins Signal VIL Min VIL Max VIH Min VIH Max...
  • Page 13: Pin Availability By Build

    SPECIFICATIONS Signal Name Logic Level In/Out Description Voltage –TXD Input with 47KΩ Transmitted data (active low) pull-down –RI Output with 47KΩ Ring indicator (active low) pull-up –DSR Output with 47KΩ Data set ready (active low) pull-up –CTS Output with 47KΩ Clear to send (active low) pull-up –DCD...
  • Page 14: Dsr Signal

    SPECIFICATIONS Signal Name Serial Only USB Only –LED LINK DSR Signal The contained cellular module does not provide a signal output for Data Set Ready (DSR). To support legacy appliations, the SocketModem provides a controllable output signal on that pin. Refer to the commands below to control the output.
  • Page 15: Mtsmc-L4G1-U Power Draw

    SPECIFICATIONS Radio Protocol Sleep Mode Power Down Power Down Callbox Live Connection Current Mode (via Mode (via Reset Connection Idle Idle (No Data) AT+QPOWD) line) (No Data) 5 Volts GSM 850 23 mA 26 mA 5 mA 37 mA WCDMA Band 2 22.6 mA 31 mA 4.88 mA...
  • Page 16: Powering Down The Device

    SPECIFICATIONS Radio Protocol Sleep Mode Power Down Power Down Callbox Live Connection Current Mode (via Mode (via Reset Connection Idle Idle (No Data) AT+QPOWD) line) (No Data) 5 Volts GSM 850 27.5 mA 373 uA 46 mA 46 mA WCDMA Band 2 27.7 mA 374 uA 47 mA...
  • Page 17: Mounting Hardware

    SPECIFICATIONS Mounting Hardware The board has three mounting holes at corners. Use #4 or M3 hardware for mounting the SocketModem to the board. Refer to Dimensions for more information. Recommended Parts Manufacturer Part Part Number PEM (Penn Engineering & Surface Mount Standoff SMTSO-M3-4ET Manufacturing) RAF Electronic Hardware...
  • Page 18: Chapter 4 - Antennas

    Antenna Devices were approved with the following antenna: Manufacturer: Wieson Description: LTE Antenna with SMA-Male Connector Model Number GY115IE002-001 MultiTech ordering information: Model Quantity ANLTE4-1HRA ANLTE4-2HRA ANLTE4-10HRA ANLTE4-50HRA Antenna Specifications Category...
  • Page 19: Lte Antenna Diversity

    All antennas need to have a minimum flammability rating. Safety requirements depend on your final product. Unless otherwise noted, antennas certified by MultiTech are not approved for outdoor use. Do not extend these antennas outside of any building. Diversity and Power Draw There are no significant power draw differences.
  • Page 20: Host Labeling

    ANTENNAS FCC Definitions Portable: (§2.1093) — A portable device is defined as a transmitting device designed to be used so that the radiating structure(s) of the device is/are within 20 centimeters of the body of the user. Mobile: (§2.1091) — A mobile device is defined as a transmitting device designed to be used in other than fixed locations and to generally be used in such a way that a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters is normally maintained between the transmitter’s radiating structure(s) and the body of the user or nearby persons.
  • Page 21: Chapter 5 - Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Chapter 5 – Safety Information Handling Precautions To avoid damage due to the accumulation of static charge use proper precautions, such as an ESD strap, when handling any cellular device to avoid exposure to electronic discharge during handling and mounting the device. Radio Frequency (RF) Safety Due to the possibility of radio frequency (RF) interference, it is important that you follow any special regulations regarding the use of radio equipment.
  • Page 22: Interference With Pacemakers And Other Medical Devices

    SAFETY INFORMATION Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices Potential interference Radio frequency energy (RF) from cellular devices can interact with some electronic devices. This is electromagnetic interference (EMI). The FDA helped develop a detailed test method to measure EMI of implanted cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators from cellular devices.
  • Page 23: User Responsibility

    Do not place the device alongside computer discs, credit or travel cards, or other magnetic media. The information contained on discs or cards may be affected by the device. Using accessories, such as antennas, that MultiTech has not authorized or that are not compliant with MultiTech's accessory specifications may invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 24: Chapter 6 - Regulatory Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION Chapter 6 – Regulatory Information 47 CFR Part 15 Regulation Class B Devices This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 25 REGULATORY INFORMATION Rule Parts Frequency Range Output Watts Frequency Tolerance Emission Designator 1710.7 - 1754.3 0.2877 0.1 PPM 1M09W7D 829.0 - 844.0 0.2333 0.1 PPM 8M93G7D 829.0 - 844.0 0.1703 0.1 PPM 8M93W7D 825.5 - 847.5 0.235 0.1 PPM 2M70G7D 824.7 - 848.3 0.1936 0.1 PPM...
  • Page 26: Industry Canada Class B Notice

    REGULATORY INFORMATION Single Modular Approval. Power listed is ERP for part 22 and part 27 below 1 GHz, EIRP for part 24 and part 27 above 1 GHz. Approval is limited to OEM installation only. Compliance of this device in all final host configurations is the responsibility of the Grantee.
  • Page 27: Industry Canada Grant Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION Industry Canada Grant Information Company Number/Numéro de compagnie: 10224A Company Name/Nom de compagnie:: Quectel Wireless Solutions Co.,Ltd Certification Number/Numéro d’homologation: 10224A-201903EG25G Approval Date/Date d’approbation: Wed Apr 03 00:00:00 EDT 2019 Hardware Version Identification Number EG25-G (HVIN)/Numéro d’identification de la version du matériel (NIVM): Product Marketing Name (PMN)/Nom de marque du Quectel EG25-G...
  • Page 28 REGULATORY INFORMATION Specificati Issue Frequency Emission Power/Puissance Field Dist. on/Cahiers Number/N Range/Gamme de Designator Strength/I uméro de fréquence /Désignatif ntensité charges la version d’émission de champ RSS132 From/De To/À Min. Max. RSS132 826.5 MHz 846.5 MHz 4M49W7D- 145.0 mW 195.0 mW -- RSS132 831.5 MHz 841.5 MHz 13M4W7D- 150.0 mW 183.0 mW --...
  • Page 29 REGULATORY INFORMATION Specificati Issue Frequency Emission Power/Puissance Field Dist. on/Cahiers Number/N Range/Gamme de Designator Strength/I uméro de fréquence /Désignatif ntensité charges la version d’émission de champ RSS132 From/De To/À Min. Max. RSS130 2502.5 2567.5 4M49W7D- 238.0 mW 319.0 mW -- RSS132 782.0 MHz 782.0 MHz 8M91W7D- 244.0 mW 291.0 mW --...
  • Page 30: Emc, Safety, And Radio Equipment Directive (Red) Compliance

    Council Directive 2014/53/EU on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity. MultiTech declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. The declaration of conformity may be requested at https://www.multitech.com/landing-...
  • Page 31: Chapter 7 - Environmental Notices

    Substances) complements the WEEE Directive by banning the presence of specific hazardous substances in the products at the design phase. The WEEE Directive covers all MultiTech products imported into the EU as of August 13, 2005. EU-based manufacturers, distributors, retailers and importers are obliged to finance the costs of recovery from municipal collection points, reuse, and recycling of specified percentages per the WEEE requirements.
  • Page 32: Restriction Of The Use Of Hazardous Substances (Rohs)

    2015/863 of the European Parliament (Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment - RoHS 3). These MultiTech products do not contain the following banned chemicals Lead, [Pb] < 1000 PPM Mercury, [Hg] <...
  • Page 33: Information On Hs/Ts Substances According To Chinese Standards

    ENVIRONMENTAL NOTICES Information on HS/TS Substances According to Chinese Standards In accordance with China's Administrative Measures on the Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic Information Products (EIP) # 39, also known as China RoHS, the following information is provided regarding the names and concentration levels of Toxic Substances (TS) or Hazardous Substances (HS) which may be contained in Multi-Tech Systems Inc.
  • Page 34: Information On Hs/Ts Substances According To Chinese Standards (In Chinese)

    ENVIRONMENTAL NOTICES Information on HS/TS Substances According to Chinese Standards (in Chinese) 依 依 照 照 中 中 国 国 标 标 准 准 的 的 有 有 毒 毒 有 有 害 害 物 物 质 质 信 信 息 息 根据中华人民共和国信息产业部...
  • Page 35: Chapter 8 - Labels

    This device is an industry and/or carrier approved modem. In most cases, when integrated and used with an antenna system that was part of the MultiTech modem certification, additional approvals or certifications are not required for the device that you develop as long as the following requirements are met: PTCRB Requirements: The antenna system cannot be altered.
  • Page 36 LABELS MTSMC-L4G1 Device Label MTSMC-L4G1-U Device Label ® SocketModem Cell MTSMC-L4G1 Device Guide...
  • Page 37: Chapter 9 - Basic Operations

    BASIC OPERATIONS Chapter 9 – Basic Operations Introduction This section describes how to use AT commands to interact with your device. Using terminal software such as TeraTerm, you can issue AT commands to communicate with and configure your modem. The AT commands let you establish, read and modify device parameters and help you control how the device operates.
  • Page 38 BASIC OPERATIONS Stop bit: 1 Flow control: hardware To confirm communication with the device: Type AT and press Enter. If the device responds with OK, it is properly communicating. ® SocketModem Cell MTSMC-L4G1 Device Guide...
  • Page 39: Chapter 10 - Using Connection Manager

    Click Connection Manager. Open or unzip the Connection Manager file and run the installer (.msi file). In the MultiTech Connection Manager Setup Wizard, read the end-user license agreement and check I accept the terms in the License Agreement. Click Next to have the installer automatically disable the native WWAN AutoConfig service in Windows.
  • Page 40: Setting Up A Serial Device In Windows Device Manager

    USING CONNECTION MANAGER To open Connection Manager after installation, check Start the MultiTech Connection Manager when the installation is finished. After the drivers are installed, you need to restart your computer if prompted by Windows. If using a USB device, you can connect the device to the carrier's network with Connection Manager. Refer to Connecting a Device.
  • Page 41 USING CONNECTION MANAGER Check Don't detect my modem; I will select it from a list, then click Next. Select Standard Modem Types, then select Standard 33600 bps Modem on the right. Important: Make sure that you select only Standard 33600 bps Modem. Selecting another model may cause your device to work incorrectly or fail.
  • Page 42: Connecting A Device

    USING CONNECTION MANAGER Connecting a Device Before You Begin Make sure that your device is connected to the computer where Connection Manager is installed. Set up the device in Device Manager. Refer to Setting Up a Serial Device in Windows Device Manager.
  • Page 43: Uninstalling Connection Manager

    The steps above describe how to uninstall Connection Manager using Control Panel. You can also uninstall the application by using the installer file (.msi). Double-click the file, in the MultiTech Connection Manager Setup Wizard, click Next, and then select Remove on the next two pages.
  • Page 44: Main Tab

    USING CONNECTION MANAGER Connection Details Terminal Charts Main tab The Main tab displays the following: Status of device connection: Searching, Connecting, Connected, Disconnecting, or Disconnected The action button, which changes according to the current device connection status: Detect, Connect, or Disconnect Signal strength bars and percentage indicator (only when connection to the carrier's network is established) Note:...
  • Page 45 USING CONNECTION MANAGER Settings tab Use the Settings tab to specify the type of device: USB Modem or Serial Modem. If USB Modem is selected, the tab displays USB settings. These settings cannot be edited. If Serial Modem is selected, the tab displays the serial settings that match the serial-port settings for the device.
  • Page 46 USING CONNECTION MANAGER Try the following steps: Click the Settings tab and make sure that the appropriate modem type is selected: USB or Serial. If you are connecting a serial device, make sure that all serial modem settings correspond to the serial modem and serial port configuration.
  • Page 47 INDEX Index activation...............39 electrical characteristics, pins ........12 antenna .................18 cellular devices............18 diversity..............19 grant notes...............19 FCC Notice build options ..............6 Class B ..............24 Chinese hazardous substances hazardous substances ...........32 Chinese version............34 host labeling..............19 English version ............33 Class B ................24 Industry Canada ............26 command mode ............37 Industry Canada Connection Manager...
  • Page 48 INDEX static................21 stop bits.................37 online data mode ............37 sécurité interférences RF............21 parity ................37 power down device............16 troubleshooting power draw..............14 15 Connection Manager ..........45 PTCRB ................18 user responsibility............23 radio frequency interference........21 RoHS................32 vehicle safety ..............22 verify communication ...........37 safety RF interference ............21 vehicle..............22 specifications..............9 Windows...

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