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- Page 1 CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide Proprietary and Confidential Includes: MC5725 MC8201 MC5725V MC8301V MC5727 MC8775 MC5727V MC8775V MC5728 MC8780 MC8781 MC8790 MC8790V MC8791V MC8792V MC8795V MC8700 2130114 Rev 1.12.6...
- Page 3 Do not operate the Sierra Wireless modem in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. In aircraft, the Sierra Wireless modem MUST BE POWERED OFF. When operating, the Sierra Wireless modem can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard systems. Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door is open. Sierra Wireless modems may be used at this time. The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sierra Wireless modem while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or operatorʹs control and operation of that vehicle. In some states and provinces, operating such ...
- Page 4 CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide REVENUE OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR REVENUE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY SIERRA WIRELESS PRODUCT, EVEN IF SIERRA WIRELESS AND/OR ITS AFFILIATES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR THEY ARE FORESEEABLE OR FOR CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PARTY. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall Sierra Wireless and/or its affiliates aggregate liability arising under or in connection with the Sierra Wireless product, regardless of the number of events, occurrences, or claims giving rise to liability, be in excess of the price paid by the purchaser for the Sierra Wireless product. Patents Portions of this product may be covered by some or all of the following US patents: 5,515,013 5,629,960 5,845,216 5,847,553 5,878,234 5,890,057 5,929,815 6,169,884 6,191,741 6,199,168 6,339,405 6,359,591 6,400,336 6,516,204 6,561,851 6,643,501 6,653,979 6,697,030...
- Page 5 Preface Contact Information Sales Desk: Phone: 1-604-232-1488 Hours: 8:00 to 5:00 Pacific Time sales@sierrawireless.com E-mail: Post: Sierra Wireless 13811 Wireless Way Richmond, BC Canada V6V 3A4 Fax: 1-604-231-1109 www.sierrawireless.com Web: Consult our website for up‐to‐date product descriptions, documentation, application notes, firmware upgrades, trouble‐ shooting tips, and press releases: www.sierrawireless.com Rev 1.12.6 Feb.10 Proprietary and Confidential...
- Page 6 CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide Proprietary and Confidential 2130114 In the event of a discrepancy in values between this guide and the Product Specification Document (PSD), the PSD takes precedence.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ..........9 The Universal Development Kit . - Page 8 CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide LED output ........... 27 Regulatory Information .
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Page 9: Introduction
CDMA and GSM Mini Cards MC8201 • —Operates on GSM networks using the GSM / respectively. GPRS / EDGE / UMTS / HSDPA network standards. MC8775 / MC8775V —Operate on GSM networks using the • GSM / GPRS / EDGE / UMTS / HSDPA network standards, and support Standalone GPS functionality. MC8301V / MC8780 / MC8781 / MC8790 / MC8790V / MC8791V / • MC8792V / MC8795V —Operate on GSM networks using the GSM / GPRS / EDGE / UMTS / HSDPA / HSUPA network standards, and support Standalone GPS, gpsOneXTRA™, A‐GPS, selected enhanced Navigation 2.0 features, and five NMEA sentences. MC8700 —Operates on GSM networks using the GSM / •... -
Page 10: Required Connectors
CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide Antennas • Other accessories • For instructions on setting up the UDK, see PCI Express Mini Card Dev Kit Quick Start Guide (Document 2130705). Required connectors When integrating these modules into your host device, you Note: Contact vendors before need the following connector types: choosing your connectors — the numbers included here are for RF cables that mate with Hirose U.FL connectors (model • reference only. Choose U.FL #CL331‐0471‐0‐10). Modules include one or two connectors that are appropriate connector jacks depending on individual module support ... -
Page 11: Related Documents
Introduction Note: The term "host" always refers to the host device. Related documents This guide deals specifically with hardware integration issues that are unique to the MC57xx and MC8xxx modules. Table 1‐1 lists other documents referenced in this guide. Table 1-1: Related documentation Document title Description AT Command Set for User Standard AT commands for GSM / UMTS devices. Equipment (UE) (Release 6) Download this document (3GPP TS 27.007) from www.3gpp.org. - Page 12 MC8201. (Document 2131362) MC8301V PCI Express Mini Features, mechanical and electrical specifications, and Card Product Specification standards compliance of the MC8301V. (Document 2131326) MC8775 PCI Express Mini Card Features, mechanical and electrical specifications, and Product Specification standards compliance of the MC8775.
- Page 13 MC8xxx series of modems. 2130602) MC87xx Modem CnS Reference Voice-related CnS (Control and Status) messages (Voice) (Document 2130817) supported by the MC8201, MC8301V, MC8775V, MC8790V,MC8791V, and MC8792V, and MC8795V. UMTS Modems Supported AT Proprietary, basic AT commands for the MC8xxx. For Command Reference...
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Page 15: Power Interface
2: Power Interface Overview of operation Note: This chapter contains information for CDMA (MC57xx) and GSM (MC8xxx) modules. Information that is unique to specific module types is clearly identified. The module is designed to use a 3.3 V (nominal) power supply (3.8 V nominal on MC8201), provided by the host. It is the host’s responsibility to provide safe and continuous power to the module at all times; the module does NOT have an independent power supply, or protection circuits to guard against electrical issues. The module’s power state is controlled by the host’s assertion / de‐assertion of the signal. The module also W_Disable# monitors its supply voltage and requests shutdown if the ... -
Page 16: Module Power States
CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide JESD22‐C101 +/‐ 250 V Charged Device Model MC5728V has placeholders for additional ESD devices, for cases where the device must, per customer requirements, meet the higher Human Body Model (+/‐1kV) ESD rating. Specific recommendations are provided where needed in this guide, however, the level of protection required depends on your application. Note: ESD protection is highly recommended for the USIM connector at the point where the contacts are exposed, and for any other signals from the host interface that would be subjected to ESD by the user of the product. -
Page 17: Off State
Power Interface Off state In this state, the host is powered up and the module is powered down (but still connected to the power source). The host keeps the module powered off by driving the signal low. In this state, the module draws minimal W_Disable# current. Normal state This is the active state of the module. In this state: Note: This is the default state when VCC is first applied in the The module is fully powered. • absence of W_Disable# control. • The module is capable of placing / receiving calls or estab‐ lishing data connections on the wireless network. • The USB interface is fully active. Low power mode In this state, RF (both Rx and Tx) is disabled in the module, but ... - Page 18 CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide Table 2-1: Power consumption of a sample application (Continued) Used by a field worker Used for remote data (data only) logging Hours of 8/day (off 16 hrs/day) 24/day operation Total power 60 mAh 200 mAh consumed over...
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Page 19: Rf Integration
3: RF Integration The MC8xxx operates on the frequencies detailed in Table 3‐1. Table 3-1: MC8xxx— RF parameters Product Band Frequencies (MHz) MC8201 GSM 850 Tx: 824–849 (2%) CS Rx: 869-894 MC8301V MC8775 MC8775V MC8780 MC8781 MC8790 MC8790V MC8791V MC8792V MC8795V MC8700 MC8301V EGSM 900 Tx: 880-915 (2%) CS... - Page 20 CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide Table 3-1: MC8xxx— RF parameters (Continued) Product Band Frequencies (MHz) MC8301V Band I Tx: 1920–1980 UMTS 2100 Rx: 2110–2170 MC8775 (0.1%) 12.2 kbps MC8775V MC8780 MC8781 MC8790 MC8790V MC8791V MC8792V...
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Page 21: Rf Connection
RF Integration RF connection When attaching an antenna to the module: Use a Hirose U.FL connector (model • Note: To disconnect the U.FL #CL331‐0471‐0‐10) to attach an antenna to a antenna, make sure you use the connection point on the module, as shown in Figure 3‐1 (the Hirose U.FL connector removal main RF connector on the top side; the diversity RF or GPS tool (P/N UFL-LP-N-2(01)) to connector on the bottom side). prevent damage to the module or coaxial cable assembly. Match coaxial connections between the module and the • antenna to 50 ... -
Page 22: Ground Connection
CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide Ground connection When connecting the module to system ground: Prevent noise leakage by establishing a very good ground • connection to the module through the host connector. Connect to system ground using the two mounting holes at • the top of the module (as shown in Figure 3‐1). Minimize ground noise leakage into the RF. • Depending on the host board design, noise could potentially be coupled to the module from the host board. This is mainly an issue for host designs that have signals traveling along the length of the module, or circuitry operating at both ends of the module interconnects. Shielding The module is fully shielded to protect against EMI and to ensure compliance with FCC Part 15 ‐ “Radio Frequency Devices” (or equivalent regulations in other jurisdictions). Note: The module shields must NOT be removed. Antenna and cabling When selecting the antenna and cable, it is critical to RF perfor‐... -
Page 23: Interference And Sensitivity
RF Integration Determining the antenna’s location Consider the following points when deciding where to put the antenna: Antenna location may affect RF performance. Although the • module is shielded to prevent interference in most applica‐ tions, the placement of the antenna is still very important — if the host device is insufficiently shielded, high levels of broadband or spurious noise can degrade the module’s performance. Connecting cables between the module and the antenna • must have 50 impedance. If the impedance of the module is mismatched, RF performance is reduced significantly. Antenna cables should be routed, if possible, away from • noise sources (switching power supplies, LCD assemblies, etc.). If the cables are near the noise sources, the noise may be coupled into the RF cable and into the antenna. Disabling the diversity antenna MC57xx — I f your host device is not designed to use the • MC57xx module’s diversity antenna, terminate the interface with a 50 load. MC8201 / M C8301V / M C8780 / M C8781 / M C8790 / M C8790V / •... -
Page 24: Interference From Other Wireless Devices
CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide The power supply ripple limit for the module is no more than Note: Values in this guide are 200 mVp‐p 1 Hz to 100 kHz. This limit includes voltage ripple taken from the appropriate due to transmitter burst activity. product specification documents Related (PSDs) (listed in documents page 11) — in the Interference from other wireless devices case of a discrepancy between this document and the relevant Wireless devices operating inside the host device can cause ... - Page 25 RF Integration Note: In practice, there are usually numerous interfering frequencies and harmonics. The net effect can be a series of desensitized receive channels. Rev 1.12.6 Feb.10 Proprietary and Confidential In the event of a discrepancy in values between this guide and the Product Specification Document (PSD), the PSD takes precedence.
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Page 27: Led Output
4: Host / Module Interfaces LED output The module drives the LED output according to the PCI‐ Express Mini Card specification (summarized in Table 4‐1, below). Table 4-1: LED states State Indicates Characteristics Module is not Light is off. powered. Module is powered Light is on. and connected, but not transmitting or receiving. Slow blink Module is powered LED is flashing at a and searching for a steady, slow rate. - Page 28 CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide Figure 4-1: Example LED VCC 3.3V Current limiting Resistor MiniCard Proprietary and Confidential 2130114 In the event of a discrepancy in values between this guide and the Product Specification Document (PSD), the PSD takes precedence.
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Page 29: Regulatory Information
A: Regulatory Information Important notice Because of the nature of wireless communications, trans‐ mission and reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless modem are used in a normal manner with a well‐constructed network, the Sierra Wireless modem should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. Sierra Wireless and its affiliates accept no responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using the Sierra Wireless modem, or for failure of the Sierra Wireless modem to transmit or receive such data. Safety and hazards Do not operate your MC57xx / MC8xxx modem: • In areas where blasting is in progress Where explosive atmospheres may be present including • refuelling points, fuel depots, and chemical plants Near medical equipment, life support equipment, or any • equipment which may be susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the MC57xx / MC8xxx modem MUST BE POWERED OFF. Otherwise, the MC57xx / MC8xxx modem can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment. In an aircraft, the MC57xx / MC8xxx modem MUST BE POWERED OFF. Otherwise, the MC57xx / MC8xxx modem can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard systems and may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft or disrupt the cellular network. Use of a cellular phone in an aircraft is illegal in some jurisdictions. Failure to observe this ... -
Page 30: Important Compliance Information For North American Users
· For MC5728V: This device contains FCC ID: N7N‐MC5728 This equipment contains equipment certified under IC: 2417C‐MC5728 For MC8201: · This device contains FCC ID: N7NMC8201 This equipment contains equipment certified under IC: 2417C‐MC8201 For MC8301V: · This device contains FCC ID: N7NMC8301 This equipment contains equipment certified under IC: 2417C‐MC8301 For MC8775 / MC8775V: · This device contains FCC ID: N7NMC8775 Proprietary and Confidential 2130114 In the event of a discrepancy in values between this guide and the Product Specification Document (PSD), the PSD takes precedence. -
Page 31: Eu Regulatory Conformity
FCC Part 15. Note: If this module is intended for use in a portable device, you are responsible for separate approval to satisfy the SAR requirements of FCC Part 2.1093 and IC RSS‐102. EU regulatory conformity Sierra Wireless hereby declares that the MC8301V, MC8775, MC8775V, MC8780, MC8790, MC8790V, MC8791V, MC8792V, MC8795V, and MC8700 modems conform with all essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC. MC8301V: Rev 1.12.6 Feb.10 Proprietary and Confidential In the event of a discrepancy in values between this guide and the Product Specification Document (PSD), the PSD takes precedence. -
Page 32: Brazil Anatel Homologation
CDMA and GSM / UMTS Mini Card Hardware Integration Guide MC8775, MC8775V, MC8780, MC8790, MC8790V, MC8791V, MC8792V: MC8795V: MC8700: The Declaration of Conformity made under Directive 1999/5/ EC is available for viewing at the following location in the EU community: Sierra Wireless (UK), Limited Lakeside House 1 Furzeground Way, Stockley Park East Uxbridge, Middlesex UB11 1BD England Brazil ANATEL homologation (MC8790 somente) Este produto está homologado pela ANATEL, de acordo com os procedimentos regulamentados pela Resolução 242/2000, e atende aos requisitos técnicos aplicados. Para maiores informações, consulte o site da ANATEL www.anatel.gov.br. Proprietary and Confidential 2130114 In the event of a discrepancy in values between this guide and the Product Specification Document (PSD), the PSD takes precedence. -
Page 33: Acronyms And Definitions
B: Acronyms and Definitions Table B-1: Acronyms and definitions Acronym or term Definition Automatic Gain Control Bit Error Rate - a measure of receive sensitivity BLER Block Error Rate Call Box Base Station Simulator - Agilent E8285A or 8960, Rohde & Schwarz CMU200 CDMA Code Division Multiple Access... - Page 34 MC8791V / MC8792V / MC8795V / MC8700 MC8xxx Any of the following GSM / UMTS Mini Cards: MC8201 / MC8301V / MC8775 / MC8775V / MC8780 / MC8781 / MC8790 / MC8790V / MC8791V / MC8792V / MC8795V / MC8700...
- Page 35 Acronyms and Definitions Table B-1: Acronyms and definitions Acronym or term Definition UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications System Universal Serial Bus USIM Universal Subscriber Identity Module Supply voltage (3.8 V for MC8201, 3.3 V for all others) WCDMA Wideband Code Division Multiple Access — In this document, the term “UMTS”...
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Page 37: Index
Index Numerics desense. See RF disconnected, module power state 16 diversity antenna disabling 23 CDMA Standard 11 EDGE connector, manufacturers 10 acronyms and definitions 33–35 EGSM 900 airplane mode 17 RF parameters, MC8xxx 19 antenna electrostatic discharge. See ESD connection and mounting points 21 connection considerations 21 protection requirements 15–16 custom, considerations 22 testing techniques document (IEC‐61000‐4‐2) 11 diversity antenna, disabling 23 limit, matching coaxial connections 21 location, considerations 23 matching, considerations 22 maximum cable loss 21 AT commands regulations, relevant section 11 3GPP specification, details 11 low power mode, setting 17 standard, MC57xx (reference document) 11 standard, MC8xxx (reference document) 13 GPS band AT commands, extended RF parameters, MC8xxx 20 MC57xx, reference 11 grounding MC8xxx, reference 13 connection considerations 22 AT commands, standard GSM 850 MC57xx, reference 11 RF parameters, MC8xxx 19 MC8xxx, reference 13 impedance... - Page 38 MC5728V RF parameters 19 AT reference (extended) 11 MC8790V AT reference (standard) 11 AT reference (extended), and MC8xxx 13 CnS reference 11 AT reference (standard), and MC8xxx 13 networks supported 9 CnS reference, and MC8xxx 13 product specification 12 CnS voice reference, and MC8xxxV 13 MC8201 networks supported 9 networks supported 9 product specification 12 product specification 12 RF parameters 19 MC8301V MC8791V AT reference (extended), and MC8xxx 13 AT reference (extended), and MC8xxx 13 AT reference (standard), and MC8xxx 13 AT reference (standard), and MC8xxx 13 CnS reference, and MC8xxx 13 CnS reference, and MC8xxx 13 CnS voice reference, and MC8xxxV 13 CnS voice reference, and MC8xxxV 13 networks supported 9 networks supported 9 product specification 12 product specification 12 RF parameters 19 RF parameters 19 MC8700 MC8792V AT reference (extended), and MC8xxx 13 AT reference (extended), and MC8xxx 13 AT reference (standard), and MC8xxx 13...
- Page 39 Index MC8781, MC8790, MC8790V, MC8791V, parameters MC8792V, MC8795V, MC8700 MC8xxx 19 parameters, MC8xxx DCS 1800 19 EGSM 900 19 GPS 20 networks GSM 850 19 supported, by module type 9 PCS 1900 19 noise UMTS 1900 20 leakage, minimizing 22 UMTS 2100 20 RF interference, power supply 23 UMTS 850 20 normal, module power state 17 shielding off, module power state 17 module, compliance 22 testing methods, MS conformance specification 13 See also USIM PCI Express Mini Card specification 13 PCS 1900 RF parameters, MC8xxx 19 testing power ESD immunity, techniques document (IEC‐61000‐ default state 17 4‐2) 11 disconnected, characteristics 16 normal, characteristics 17 off, characteristics 17 required supply voltage 15 signals, overview 15...
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