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Summary of Contents for Multitech Dragonfly MTQ-MNA1-B02

  • Page 1 Dragonfly™ MTQ-MNA1-B02 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 Overview ..................................6 Build Options................................. 6 Additional Documentation............................6 Chapter 2 – Mechanical Drawings..........................7 MTQ-MNA1 Mechanical Drawing ..........................7 Chapter 3 – Specifications............................8 Specifications ................................8 Descriptions of LEDs..............................10 40-Pin Connector Definitions ............................
  • Page 4 CONTENTS Radio Frequency (RF) Safety ............................20 Sécurité relative aux appareils à radiofréquence (RF)....................20 General Safety................................21 Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices ..................21 Potential interference ............................... 21 Precautions for pacemaker wearers ........................21 Vehicle Safety................................21 Device Maintenance ..............................
  • Page 5 CONTENTS Main tab..................................37 Settings tab ................................38 Connection tab................................38 Details tab ................................. 38 Terminal tab................................38 Charts tab.................................. 38 Troubleshooting ................................39 Serial COM port is not available in the Serial Modem Settings................39 Device is not detected ("No Device") ........................39 USB Modem is not detected .............................
  • Page 6: Chapter 1 - Product Overview

    The MultiTech Dragonfly embedded cellular modems are carrier approved and end-device certified, decreasing time to market while saving customers money.
  • Page 7: Chapter 2 - Mechanical Drawings

    MECHANICAL DRAWINGS Chapter 2 – Mechanical Drawings MTQ-MNA1 Mechanical Drawing Dragonfly™ MTQ-MNA1-B02 Device Guide...
  • Page 8: Chapter 3 - Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Chapter 3 – Specifications Specifications Category Description General Standards LTE UE Category M1, 3GPP release 13 compliant USB Interface is CDC-ACM compliant Frequency Bands AT&T Verizon 4G: 1900 (B2) / 700 (B12) /AWS 1700 (B4) 4G: 700 (B13) One, link status Speed Data Speed LTE Cat M1: Up to 375 Kbps uplink / Up to 300 Kbps downlink...
  • Page 9 SPECIFICATIONS Category Description Input Voltage 5.0 VDC (using micro-USB connector) Input Voltage 3.3 VDC or 5.0 VDC (using 40-pin connector) Certifications and Compliance EMC and Radio FCC Part 15 Class B Compliance FCC Part 22 FCC Part 24 Safety Compliance UL/cUL 60950-1 2nd Edition Carrier AT&T/PTCRB/Verizon Note:...
  • Page 10: Descriptions Of Leds

    SPECIFICATIONS Descriptions of LEDs The Link Status LED is located on the SIM side of the device to the right of the Micro USB Connector in the lower right corner. LED Indicators Link Status OFF —No power to the cellular radio Slow Blink (200 ms High/1800 ms Low) —...
  • Page 11 SPECIFICATIONS Signal Name Logic Level Voltage In/Out Description Voltage RADIO_RI 0 - 3V 3.3V Ring indicator RADIO_CTS 0 - 3V 3.3V Clear to send (flow control) Ground SPI_MOSI 0 - 3V 3.3V SPI_SCLK 0 - 3.3V 3.3V SPI clock SPI_CS1 0 - 3.3V 3.3V Serial flash SPI CS...
  • Page 12: 40-Pin Connector

    SPECIFICATIONS For -B02 models only: Pins 14, 15, 16, and 27 are part of the SPI interface. These pins are inputs. If you do not use them, connect them externally to a high level signal (preferably through a high pull-up resistor) to keep them from floating.
  • Page 13: Electrical Characteristics

    SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Characteristics Operating Conditions Parameter Minimum Volts Maximum Volts Supply Range - Vcc 3.3 VDC +/− 5% 5.0 VDC +/− 5% Absolute Maximum Rating Parameter Minimum Volts Maximum Volts Voltage at any signal pin -0.3 DC Electrical Characteristics Parameter Conditions Minimum Volts Maximum Volts...
  • Page 14: Input/Output Current Ratings

    SPECIFICATIONS Input/Output Current Ratings Output current draw PWR_GOOD, CHG_MON 5 mA Output current draw all other output pins 25 mA Dragonfly™ MTQ-MNA1-B02 Device Guide...
  • Page 15: Mtq-Mna1-B02 Power Draw

    SPECIFICATIONS MTQ-MNA1-B02 Power Draw Note: Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. recommends that you incorporate a 10% buffer into your power source when determining product load. Radio Sleep Mode Cellular (AVG) Measured TX Pulse (AVG) Total Inrush Total Protocol Connection Current at Max Amplitude Current for Charge Inrush...
  • Page 16: Chapter 4 - Antenna Information

    The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. Cellular Antenna Cellular devices were approved with the following antenna: Manufacturer: Wieson Description: LTE GY115HT467-017 Model Number: 11320Y11194A1 MultiTech ordering information: Model Quantity ANLTE2-2HRA ANLTE2-10HRA ANLTE2-50HRA Cellular Antenna Specifications Category Description Frequency Range .069~0.96GHz, 1.71~2.17GHz, 2.3GHz~2.69GHz...
  • Page 17: Lte Antenna Miso

    ANTENNA INFORMATION Category Description VSWR VSWR should not exceed 3:1 at any point across the bands of operation Peak Gain 3.8 dBi Radiation Omni-directional Polarization Linear Vertical LTE Antenna MISO LTE devices use Multiple Input and Single output (MISO) to improve the downlink connection (cell tower to mobile).
  • Page 18: Host Labeling

    ANTENNA INFORMATION 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 19: Chapter 5 - Network Operator Specific Notice

    To stay compliant to Verizon’s requirements you must implement FOTA. Failure to perform a critical update could result in losing access to the Verizon network. For information and examples go to https://multitech.com/verizon-firmware-over-the-air-fota. Dragonfly™ MTQ-MNA1-B02 Device Guide...
  • Page 20: Chapter 6 - Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Chapter 6 – 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 21: General Safety

    SAFETY INFORMATION General Safety The device is designed for and intended to be used in fixed and mobile applications. Fixed means the device is physically secured at one location and cannot be easily moved to another location. Mobile means the device is used in other than fixed locations.
  • Page 22: Device Maintenance

    Do not expose the device to water, rain, or spilled beverages. It is not waterproof. Exposure to liquids could result in damage to the device. Using accessories, such as antennas, that MultiTech has not authorized or that are not compliant with the device accessory specifications may invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 23: Chapter 7 - 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 24: Chapter 8 - Regulatory Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION Chapter 8 – 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: Fcc Grant Information

    REGULATORY INFORMATION FCC Grant Information FCC Identifier: RI7ME910C1NA Equipment Class: PCS Licensed Transmitter Notes: ME910C1-NA LTE Module CAT M Approval: Single Modular FCC Rule Part Frequency Range Output Watts Frequency Tolerance Emission Designator (MHz) 699 - 716 0.22751 1.0 PM 1M17G7D 699 - 716 0.27861...
  • Page 26: Chapter 9 - 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 27: Chapter 10 - Getting Started

    If possible, use a USB port that connects directly to the motherboard rather than a USB port with added cabling inside the computer chassis. Use USB 3.0 ports if available. These ports are typically rated for more current. The USB cable is available through MultiTech. The part number is CA-USB-A-MICRO-B-3. Dragonfly™ MTQ-MNA1-B02 Device Guide...
  • Page 28: Communications Flow

    USB connector on the device. There is no connection to pins 6 and 7 on the developer board. Establish serial communication using Multitech developer board MTUDK2. See the Developer Guide, Universal Developer Kit MTUDK2-ST-CELL.R1 (part number S000799) for more information.
  • Page 29: Dual Carrier Firmware For Cellular Radio

    GETTING STARTED Dual Carrier Firmware for Cellular Radio This device uses a cellular radio with dual carrier firmware meaning that it can be used on different carrier networks (not simultaneously). The device can be used on either the Verizon or AT&T/other networks. The device is configured for AT&T/others by default.
  • Page 30: Device Reset (Nreset Pin 35)

    GETTING STARTED Device Reset (NRESET Pin 35) Software: Issue command AT#REBOOT to reboot the device and ATZ for soft reset. Hardware: Hold NRESET low for >50ms and <1s. Configuring Low Power Options Refer to Powering Down the Device for lowest power consumption. To configure PSM: AT+CPSMS To configure eDRX:...
  • Page 31: Chapter 11 - Using Connection Manager

    Open or unzip the Connection Manager file and run the installer (.msi file). On the MultiTech Connection Manager Setup Wizard Welcome Panel, click Next. Read the end-user license agreement and check I accept the terms in the License Agreement. Click Next.
  • Page 32: Setting Up A Serial Device In Windows Device Manager

    In the Setup Wizard, click Finish. Note: To open Connection Manager automatically after installation, check Start the MultiTech Connection Manager when the installation is finished. If using a USB device, you can connect the device to the carrier's network with Connection Manager. Refer to Connecting a Device.
  • Page 33 USING CONNECTION MANAGER In the Add Hardware Wizard: Click Next. Select Install the hardware that I manually select from a list, then click Next. Select Modems, then click Next. 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.
  • Page 34: 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. If you have a serial device, set up the device in Device Manager. Refer to Setting Up a Serial Device in Windows Device Manager.
  • Page 35: Uninstalling Connection Manager

    To uninstall Connection Manager: In Windows, go to Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features. Right-click MultiTech Connection Manager and select Uninstall. Click Yes to confirm that you want to uninstall Connection Manager. The native Windows WWAN AutoConfig service is automatically enabled.
  • Page 36 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 37: Connection Manager User Interface

    USING CONNECTION MANAGER Connection Manager User Interface Connection Manager consists of the following tabs: Main Settings 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 38: Settings Tab

    USING CONNECTION MANAGER Connection statistics: download and upload speeds, amount of traffic sent and received (only when connection to the carrier's network is established) The keep-alive check status and when the last ping response was received if Enable keep-alive check is checked on the Connection tab.
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    USING CONNECTION MANAGER Troubleshooting Serial COM port is not available in the Serial Modem Settings Close Connection Manager and reopen it. Device is not detected ("No Device") After following the steps to activate your device, the Main tab still indicates "No Device." Try the following steps: Click the Settings tab and make sure that the appropriate modem type is selected: USB or Serial.
  • Page 40: System Cannot Connect To Serial Device

    USING CONNECTION MANAGER System Cannot Connect to Serial Device If your system cannot establish a connection with a serial device, verify Connection Manager settings match modem and serial port settings on the computer. In Connection Manager, click on the Settings tab. In Device Manager, open Modems and then right-click on your device and select open the Properties.
  • Page 41 USING CONNECTION MANAGER In Device Manager, open Ports (COM & LPT) and then right-click on the Com Port used by your device and select Properties. Click on the Port Settings tab to confirm the Bits per second, Date bits, Parity, Stop bits and Flow control match those settings in Connection Manager.
  • Page 42 USING CONNECTION MANAGER Dragonfly™ MTQ-MNA1-B02 Device Guide...
  • Page 43: Revision History

    REVISION HISTORY Revision History Revision Number Description Revision Date Updated Carrier Specific Notice, Firmware Over the Air (FOTA). August 2024 Added Connection Manager information. October 2019 Original publication. April 2019 Dragonfly™ MTQ-MNA1-B02 Device Guide...