AirPrime EM7565
Product Technical Specification
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Proprietary and Confidential
Contents subject to change
Product Technical Specification
Important
Notice
Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission 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 accepts 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 the Sierra Wireless modem in areas where blasting is in progress,
where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment, near life
support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form of
radio interference. In such areas, the Sierra Wireless modem MUST BE
POWERED OFF. The Sierra Wireless modem can transmit signals that could
interfere with this equipment.
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
operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some states and provinces,
operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence.
Limitation of
Liability
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not
represent a commitment on the part of Sierra Wireless. SIERRA WIRELESS AND
ITS AFFILIATES SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL
DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, GENERAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
LOSS OF PROFITS OR 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.
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Preface
Patents
This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc. This
product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM®. This product is
manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more
patents licensed from InterDigital Group and MMP Portfolio Licensing.
Copyright
©2017 Sierra Wireless. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
Sierra Wireless®, AirPrime®, AirLink®, AirVantage® and the Sierra Wireless logo
are registered trademarks of Sierra Wireless, Inc.
Windows® and Windows Vista® are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
QUALCOMM® is a registered trademark of QUALCOMM Incorporated. Used
under license.
Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Contact
Information
Sales information and technical
support, including warranty and returns
Web: sierrawireless.com/company/contact-us/
Global toll-free number: 1-877-687-7795
6:00 am to 6:00 pm PST
Corporate and product information
Web: sierrawireless.com
Revision
History
Revision
number
Release date
Changes
1
April 2017
Initial release
2
June 2017
Added Power On/Off Timing for the USB section
3
June 2017
Updated notes indicating how long host must wait to drive signals at power-on (in Host
Interface Pin Assignments, Power On/Off Timing for the USB, and Power On Timing
for PCIe Port)
4
June 2017
Corrected appendix table/figure numbering and TOC formatting
5
July 2017
Added uplink carrier aggregation combinations
Removed Bands 252/255
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Supported RF bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Physical Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Application Interface Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Modem Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
LTE Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Short Message Service (SMS) Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Position Location (GNSS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Supporting Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Required Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Ordering Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Integration Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Standards Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Host Interface Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
USB Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
USB Throughput Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
User-developed Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
PCIe Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
SIM Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
SIM Implementation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Control Interface (Signals) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
WAKE_ON_WAN# — Wake Host . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
W_DISABLE# (Wireless Disable) and GPS_DISABLE# (GNSS Disable) . . . . . . . . 32
Full_Card_Power_Off# and RESET# . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
WWAN_LED#—LED Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Antenna Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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RF Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
RF Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Shielding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Antenna and Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Ground Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Interference and Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Interference from Other Wireless Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Host-generated RF Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Device-generated RF Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Methods to Mitigate Decreased Rx Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Radiated Spurious Emissions (RSE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Radiated Sensitivity Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Sierra Wireless’ Sensitivity Testing and Desensitization Investigation . . . . . . . . . . 39
Sensitivity vs. Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Supported Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Conducted Rx Sensitivity / Tx Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
GNSS Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Power Consumption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Module Power States. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Power State Transitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Power Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Power Ramp-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Power Supply Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
SED (Smart Error Detection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Tx Power Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Software Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Support Tools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Host Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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Mechanical and Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Device Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Labeling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Thermal Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Module Integration Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Regulatory Compliance and Industry Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Important Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Safety and Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Important Compliance Information for North American Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Audio Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
PCM/I2S Audio Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Antenna Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Recommended Main/Diversity Antenna Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Recommended GNSS Antenna Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Antenna Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Design Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
AT Command Entry Timing Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Acceptance Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Acceptance Test Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Acceptance Test Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Certification Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Production Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
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Functional Production Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Production Test Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
UMTS (WCDMA) RF Transmission Path Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
LTE RF Transmission Path Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
UMTS (WCDMA) RF Receive Path Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
LTE RF Receive Path Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
GNSS RF Receive Path Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Quality Assurance Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Suggested Testing Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Testing Assistance Provided by Sierra Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
IOT/Operator Testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Extended AT Commands for Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Sierra Wireless Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Command Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Other Sierra Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Industry/Other Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Acronyms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
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Table 1-1: Supported RF Bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Table 1-2: Carrier Aggregation Combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Table 1-3: Required Host-Module Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Table 2-1: Standards Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Table 3-1: Host Interface (75-pin) Connections—Module View . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Table 3-2: Power and Ground Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Table 3-3: USB Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Table 3-4: PCIe Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Table 3-5: SIM Interface Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Table 3-6: Module Control Signals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Table 3-7: W_DISABLE#/GPS_DISABLE# Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Table 3-8: Full_Card_Power_Off# and RESET# Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Table 3-9: Antenna Control Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Table 4-1: LTE Frequency Bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Table 4-2: LTE Bandwidth Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Table 4-3: WCDMA Frequency Bands Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Table 4-4: Conducted Rx (Receive) Sensitivity—LTE Bands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Table 4-5: Conducted Rx (Receive) Sensitivity—UMTS Bands . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Table 4-6: Conducted Tx (Transmit) Power Tolerances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Table 4-7: GNSS Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Table 5-1: Averaged Standby DC Power Consumption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Table 5-2: Averaged Call Mode DC Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Table 5-3: Miscellaneous DC Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Table 5-4: Module Power States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Table 5-5: Power State Transition Trigger Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Table 5-6: USB 2.0 Power-On/Off Timing Parameters (Double Enumeration) . 51
Table 5-7: USB 2.0 Power-On/Off Timing Parameters (Single Enumeration). . 51
Table 5-8: USB 3.0 Power-On/Off Timing Parameters (Single Enumeration). . 51
Table 5-9: PCIe Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Table 5-10: Dynamic Power Control of SAR Backoff State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
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Table 7-1: Mechanical and Environmental Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Table 8-1: Antenna Gain Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Table 8-2: Collocated Radio Transmitter Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Table A-1: Host interface (67-pin) Connections—Module View . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Table A-2: PCM/I2S Interface Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Table A-3: PCM Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Table A-4: Master Transmitter with Data Rate = 3.072 MHz (±10%) . . . . . . . . 67
Table B-1: Antenna Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Table B-2: GNSS Antenna Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Table C-1: Hardware Integration Design Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Table D-1: Test Settings—UMTS Transmission Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Table D-2: Test Settings—LTE Transmission Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Table D-3: Test Settings—UMTS Receive Path. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Table D-4: Test Settings—LTE Receive Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Table D-5: Extended AT Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Table G-1: Acronyms and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
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Figure 3-1: System Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Figure 3-2: Expanded RF (Transmit) Block Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Figure 3-3: Expanded RF (Receive/GNSS) Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Figure 3-4: SIM Application Interface (applies to both SIM interfaces) . . . . . . . 29
Figure 3-5: SIM Card Contacts (Contact View) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Figure 3-6: Recommended WAKE_ON_WAN# Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Figure 3-7: Recommended Wireless Disable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Figure 3-8: Example LED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Figure 4-1: Module Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Figure 5-1: Voltage/Temperature Monitoring State Machines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Figure 5-2: Signal Timing (Full_Card_Power_Off#, and USB Enumeration) . . . 51
Figure 5-3: Signal Timing (PCIe Port Detection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Figure 7-1: Top View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Figure 7-2: Dimensioned View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Figure 7-3: Unit Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Figure 7-4: Shield Locations (Top View) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Figure 7-5: Copper Pad Location on Bottom Side of Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Figure A-1: PCM_SYNC Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Figure A-2: PCM Codec to Module Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Figure A-3: Module to PCM Codec Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Figure A-4: I2S Transmitter Timing Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Figure E-1: Device Placement in Module Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Figure E-2: Shipping Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
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1: Introduction
The Sierra Wireless EM7565 Embedded Module is an M.2 module that provides LTE,
UMTS, and GNSS connectivity for notebook, ultrabook, tablet computers, and M2M
applications over several radio frequency bands.
Supported RF bands
The modem, based on Qualcomm's MDM9250 baseband processor, supports data
operation on LTE and UMTS networks over the bands described in Table 1-1, with
LTE carrier aggregation (CA) as described in Table 1-2.
Table 1-1: Supported RF Bands
Bands
32
41
42
43
46
48
66
GNSS
•
•
•
•
•
30
Y
29
Y
28
Y
26
Y
20
Y
19
UMTSd
18
F
13
F
9
5
F
12
4
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
F
Fb
F
Fb
T
T
T
Tb
Tb,c
F
8
3
F
7
2
LTEa
6
1
RAT
F
F
Y
Y
Y
Y
N/A
N/A
GPS: 1575.42 MHz
GLONASS: 1602 MHz
BeiDou: 1561.098 MHz
Galileo: 1575.42 MHz
QZSS: 1575.42 MHz
•
•
a. (LTE) Downlink MIMO support (2x2; 4x2)
F=FDD; T=TDD
Data rates: Downlink (Cat 12 with 3CA, 256QAM=600 Mbps; Cat 9 with 3CA, 64QAM=450 Mbps), Uplink
(Cat 13 with 2CA contiguous, 64QAM=150 Mbps)
b. Downlink only
c. B48 support pending future release
d. UMTS (DC-HSPA+, HSPA+, HSPA, UMTS)
Diversity support
Data rates: Downlink (Cat 24, up to 42 Mbps), Uplink (Cat 6, up to 11 Mbps)
Table 1-2: Carrier Aggregation Combinations
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Uplink
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CA_1C
TBD
CA_3C
TBD
CA_7C
TBD
CA_41C
TBD
CA_42C
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Physical Features
•
•
M.2 form factor—WWAN Type 3042-S3-B (in WWAN—USB 3.0 Port
Configuration 2), as specified in [8] PCI Express NGFF (M.2) Electromechanical Specification Revision 1.0. (Note: Any variations from the specification are detailed in this document.)
Ambient operating temperature range:
· Class A (3GPP compliant): -30°C to +TBD°C
· Class B (operational, non-3GPP compliant): -40°C to +TBD°C (reduced
operating parameters required)
Important: The internal module temperature (reported by AT!PCTEMP) must be kept
below TBD°C. For best performance, the internal module temperature should be kept
below TBD°C. Proper mounting, heat sinks, and active cooling may be required,
depending on the integrated application.
Application Interface Features
•
•
•
•
USB interface (QMI) for Linux and Android
MBIM for Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and Linux
AT command interface ([1] AT Command Set for User Equipment (UE)
(Release 6) (Doc# 3GPP TS 27.007), plus proprietary extended AT
commands) in [2] AirPrime EM75xx AT Command Reference (forthcoming)
Software Development Kits (SDK),including API (Application Program
Interface) functions:
· Windows 8.1, Windows 10
· Linux
Support for active antenna control via dedicated antenna control signals
(ANTCTL0:3)
Dynamic power reduction support via software and dedicated GPIO (DPR)
•
•
OMA DM (Open Mobile Alliance Device Management)
FOTA (Firmware Over The Air)
•
•
Note: OMA DM and FOTA
support is operatordependent.
Modem Features
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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LTE / DC-HSPA+ / HSPA+ / HSPA / UMTS (WCDMA) operation
Multiple (up to 16) cellular packet data profiles
Traditional modem COM port support for AT commands
USB suspend / resume
Sleep mode for minimum idle power draw
SIM application tool kit with proactive SIM commands
Enhanced Operator Name String (EONS)
Mobile-originated PDP context activation / deactivation
Support QoS QCI (3GPP Release 12)
Static and Dynamic IP address. The network may assign a fixed IP address
or dynamically assign one using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol).
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•
•
PAP and CHAP support
PDP context type (IPv4, IPv6, or IPv4v6)
RFC1144 TCP/IP header compression
LTE Features
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Carrier aggregation:
· DL LTE-FDD
· 20 MHz intraband non-contiguous
· 40 MHz interband
· DL LTE-TDD
· 40 MHz intraband contiguous and non-contiguous
· 40 MHz interband
· UL LTE
· 40 MHz intraband contiguous
CSG support (LTE Femto)
LTE Advanced receivers (NLIC, eICIC, feICIC)
Basic cell selection and system acquisition
· PSS/SSS/MIB decode
· SIB1–SIB16 decoding
NAS/AS security procedures
· Snow 3G/AES/ZUC security
CQI/RI/PMI reporting
Paging procedures
· Paging in Idle and Connected mode
Dedicated bearer
· Network-initiated dedicated bearer
· UE-initiated dedicated bearer
Multiple PDN connections (IPv4 and IPv6 combinations), subject to operating
system support.
Connected mode intra-LTE mobility
Idle mode intra-LTE mobility
iRAT between LTE/3G for idle and connection release with redirection
Detach procedure
· Network-initiated detach with reattach required
· Network-initiated detach followed by connection release
Short Message Service (SMS) Features
•
•
Mobile-originated and mobile-terminated SMS over IMS
Mobile-originated and mobile-terminated SMS over SGs
Position Location (GNSS)
•
•
•
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Automatic tracking session on startup
Concurrent standalone GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and QZSS
Assisted GPS (A-GPS) SUPL1.0
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•
•
Assisted GPS/GLONASS SUPL2.0
gpsOneXTRA 1.0/2.0/3.0/3.1
GNSS reception on dedicated connector or diversity connector
Supporting Documents
Several additional documents describe module design, usage, integration, and
other features. See References on page 92.
Accessories
A hardware development kit is available for AirPrime M.2 modules. The kit
contains hardware components for evaluating and developing with the module,
including:
• Development board
• Cables
• Antennas
• Other accessories
For over-the-air LTE testing, ensure that suitable antennas are used.
Required Connectors
Table 1-3 describes the connectors used to integrate the EM7565 Embedded
Module into your host device.
Table 1-3: Required Host-Module Connectors a
Connector type
Description
RF cables
•
•
Mate with M.2-spec connectors
Three connector jacks (I-PEX 20448-001R-081 or equivalent)
EDGE (67 pin)
•
Slot B compatible—Per the M.2 standard ([8] PCI Express
NGFF (M.2) Electromechanical Specification Revision 1.0), a
generic 75 pin position EDGE connector on the motherboard
uses a mechanical key to mate with the 67 pin notched module
connector.
Manufacturers include LOTES (part #APCI0018-P001A01),
Kyocera, JAE, Tyco, and Longwell.
•
SIM
•
Industry-standard connector. See SIM Interface on page 28 for
details.
a. Manufacturers/part numbers are for reference only and are subject to change. Choose
connectors that are appropriate for your own design.
Ordering Information
To order, contact the Sierra Wireless Sales Desk at +1 (604) 232-1488 between
8 AM and 5 PM Pacific Time.
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Integration Requirements
Sierra Wireless provides, in the documentation suite, guidelines for successful
module integration and offers integration support services as necessary.
When integrating the EM7565 Embedded Module, the following items must be
addressed:
• Mounting —Effect on temperature, shock, and vibration performance
• Power supply —Impact on battery drain and possible RF interference
• Antenna location and type —Impact on RF performance
• Regulatory approvals —As discussed in Regulatory Compliance and Industry
Certifications on page 60.
• Service provisioning —Manufacturing process
• Software —As discussed in Software Interface on page 54.
• Host interface —Compliance with interface voltage levels
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The EM7565 Embedded Module complies with the mandatory requirements
described in the following standards. The exact set of requirements supported is
network operator-dependent.
Table 2-1: Standards Compliance
Technology
Standards
LTE
•
3GPP Release 12a
UMTS
•
3GPP Release 9
a. Some auxiliary functions support Release 13.
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3: Electrical Specifications
The system block diagram in Figure 3-1 represents the EM7565 module integrated
into a host system. The module includes the following interfaces to the host:
• Full_Card_Power_Off#—Input supplied to the module by the host—active-low to
turn the unit off, or active-high to turn the unit on.
• W_DISABLE#—Active low input from the host to the EM7565 disables the main
RF radio.
• GPS_DISABLE#—Active low input from the host to the EM7565 disables the
GNSS radio receiver.
• WAKE_ON_WAN#—Active low output used to wake the host when specific
events occur.
• WWAN_LED#—Active-low LED drive signal provides an indication of RADIO ON
state, either WWAN or GNSS.
• RESET#—Active low input from the host used to reset the module.
• Antenna—Three RF connectors (main (Rx/Tx), GNSS, and auxiliary (diversity/
MIMO/GNSS)). For details, see RF Specifications on page 35.
• Antenna control—Four signals that can be used to control external antenna
switches.
• Dynamic power control—Signal used to adjust Tx power to meet FCC SAR
requirements. For details, see Tx Power Control on page 53.).
• Dual SIM—Supported through the interface connector. The SIM cavities /
connectors must be placed on the host device for this feature.
• SIM detect—Internal pullup on the module detects whether a SIM is present or
not:
· If a SIM is not inserted, the pin must be shorted to ground.
· If a SIM is present, the pin will be an open circuit.
• USB—USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 interfaces to the host for data, control, and status
information.
• PCIe port—Interface to the host for data. (Alternative to USB 3.0 interface.)
The EM7565 has two main interface areas—the host I/O connector and the RF ports.
Details of these interfaces are described in the sections that follow.
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RF
BLOCK
APT
GPS
PWR
RF + GRFC_GPIO
Voltage Supply
SPMI
SIM Detect1
NAND
External NAND and
RAM
4GB NAND
2GB RAM
USIM1
PDM9655
SIM Detect2
USIM2
DDR2 DRAM
LDO
CBL_PWR_N
VPH/
VBAT
Audio I2S/PCM
RESIN_N
EN
LED_DRV_N
ESIM
MDM9250
W_DISABLE#
GPS_DISABLE#
DPR
ANTCTL/RFFE
COEX_RXD / COEX_TXD /
COEX3
HOST INTERFACE CONNECTOR
Audio I2C
WAKE_ON_WAN#
VCC
RESET#
LED#1
Full_Card_Power_Off#
PCI-E
USB3.0
USB2.0
PCIe
2.7 / 1.8 V
Figure 3-1: System Block Diagram
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QLN1030_PRX
LAA_IN
B7
HB1_IN1
B4/66
MB1_IN2
B2
MB_SW21
B3/9
MB_SW22
B1
MB1_IN1
HB_AUX_OUT1
PRX_HB_A
HUHB_OUT
PRX_MB_B
MHUHB_OUT
B41 TRX
B41
B30
B4/66
LHB_LB_IN
B7
B7
B4/66
B4/66
B2
MLMHB_OUT
B30
B30
B7
SW
PRX_MB_A
B41 RX
B41 TRX
SW
UHB_AUX_OUT1
UHB_AUX_OUT2
PRX_LHB
B41
HB1_IN2
PRX_UHB_LTEU_A
B42/43/48
B30
HB2_IN1
PRX_UHB_LTEU_B
LTE-LAA
B42/43/48
UHB_IN
WTR5975
LTE-LAA (B46)
B2
B2
B3/9
B3/9
B3/9
B1
B1
B1
B32
MLB_IN2
B32
TX_CH1_UHB
B13
TX_CH0_HB2
TX_CH0_MB
B8
QLN1020_PRX
SW
SW
B20
TX_CH0_LB2
PRX_LB
B13
B8
B20
B5/26
B5/26
B12
OUT2
B28B
OUT1
B28A
LPF
B12
B28B
B28A
B29
LB_SW12
LB_SW14
LB_SW21
LB_SW11
LB_SW23
LB_SW13
B28A/B
B29
50 Ohms
Termination
B5/18/19/26
B20
LPF
B8
B12/13
TX_FBRX
Figure 3-2: Expanded RF (Transmit) Block Diagram
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WTR5975
GNSS_L1
PRX_LB
GNSS
GNSS
GNSS
OUT1
OUT2
B8
B8
B20
B20
B12/13
B12/13
B5/18/19/26
B26
B28A/B
B28A/B
B29
B29
LHB_LB_IN
B32
B32
B1
GNSS
B1
B3
B3/9
B4/66
B66
B2
B2
B7
B7
B30
B30
B41
B41
B42/43/48
B42/43/48
LTE-LAA (B46)
LTE-LAA
DRX_UHB_LTEU_B
UHB_AUX_OUT2
DRX_UHB_LTEU_A
UHB_AUX_OUT1
DRX_LHB
HB_AUX_OUT
DRX_HB
HUHB_OUT
DRX_MB_B
MHUHB_OUT
DRX_MB_A
MHB_OUT
Figure 3-3: Expanded RF (Receive/GNSS) Block Diagram
Host Interface Pin Assignments
The EM7565 host I/O connector provides pins for power, serial communications,
and control. Pin assignments are listed in Table 3-1.
Refer to the following tables for pin details based on interface types:
• Table 3-2, Power and Ground Specifications, on page 26
• Table 3-3, USB Interfaces, on page 26
• Table 3-5, SIM Interface Signals, on page 28
• Table 3-6, Module Control Signals, on page 31
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Note: On any given interface (USB, SIM, etc.), leave unused inputs and outputs as noconnects.
Note: The host should not drive any signals to the module until >100 ms from the start of
the power-on sequence.
Table 3-1: Host Interface (75-pin) Connections — Module View a
Pin
Signal name
Pin
type
b
Description
Voltage levels (V)
Active
state
Direction c
Min
Typ
Max
1
CONFIG_3
(NC in default module
configuration)
Reserved—Host must
not repurpose this pin.
2
VCC
V
Power source
Input
Power
3.135
3.7
4.4
3
GND
V
Ground
Input
Power
-
0
-
4
VCC
V
Power source
Input
Power
3.135
3.7
4.4
5
GND
V
Ground
Input
Power
-
0
-
6
Full_Card_Power_Off#d
PD
Turn modem on
Input
High
0.7
-
4.4
Turn modem off
Input
Low
-0.3
-
0.5
7
USB_D+d
-
USB data positive
Input/Output
Differential
-
-
-
8
W_DISABLE#e
PU
Wireless Disable (main
RF radio)
Input
Low
-
-
0.4
9
USB_D-d
-
USB data negative
Input/Output
Differential
-
-
-
10
WWAN_LED#
OC
LED Driver
Output
Low
0
-
0.15
11
GND
V
Ground
Input
Power
-
0
-
12
Key
Notch location
13
Key
Notch location
14
Key
Notch location
15
Key
Notch location
16
Key
Notch location
17
Key
Notch location
18
Key
Notch location
19
Key
Notch location
20
NC
(For audio interface pin usage,
see Audio Support on
page 64.)
Reserved—Host must
not repurpose this pin.
21
CONFIG_0
(GND in default module
configuration)
Reserved—Host must
not repurpose this pin.
Output
-
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Pin
Signal name
22
NC
(For audio interface pin usage,
see Audio Support on
page 64.)
23
WAKE_ON_WAN#d
24
NC
(For audio interface pin usage,
see Audio Support on
page 64.)
25
DPR
Pin
type
b
Description
Direction c
Voltage levels (V)
Active
state
Min
Typ
Max
Reserved—Host must
not repurpose this pin.
OC
Wake Host
Output
Low
0
0.1
Input
High
1.17
1.80
2.10
Input
Low
-0.3
-
0.63
Reserved—Host must
not repurpose this pin.
-
Dynamic power control
26
GPS_DISABLE#e
PU
Wireless disable
(GNSS radio)
Input
Low
-
-
0.4
27
GND
V
Ground
Input
Power
-
0
-
28
NC
(For audio interface pin usage,
see Audio Support on
page 64.)
Reserved—Host must
not repurpose this pin.
29
USB3.0_TX-
USB 3.0 Transmit Data
negative
Output
Differential
-
-
-
30
UIM1_RESETd
SIM Reset
Output
Low
0
-
0.45
High
2.55
(3V SIM)
3.00
(3V SIM)
3.10
(3V SIM)
1.35
(1.8V SIM)
1.80
(1.8V SIM)
1.90
(1.8V SIM)
31
USB3.0_TX+
32
UIM1_CLKd
33
GND
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O
V
USB 3.0 Transmit Data
positive
Output
Differential
-
-
-
SIM Clock
Output
Low
0
-
0.45
High
2.55
(3V SIM)
3.00
(3V SIM)
3.10
(3V SIM)
1.35
(1.8V SIM)
1.80
(1.8V SIM)
1.90
(1.8V SIM)
-
0
-
Ground
Input
22
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Pin
34
Signal name
UIM1_DATAd
Pin
type
-
b
Description
SIM IO pin
Direction c
Input
Voltage levels (V)
Active
state
Low
Min
-0.30
(3V SIM)
Typ
-
-0.30
(1.8V SIM)
High
Output
35
USB3.0_RX-
36
UIM1_PWRd
V
Max
0.60
(3V SIM)
0.35
(1.8V SIM)
2.10
(3V SIM)
3.00
(3V SIM)
3.30
(3V SIM)
1.17
(1.8V SIM)
1.80
(1.8V SIM)
2.10
(1.8V SIM)
Low
0
-
0.40
High
2.55
(3V SIM)
3.00
(3V SIM)
3.10
(3V SIM)
1.35
(1.8V SIM)
1.80
(1.8V SIM)
1.90
(1.8V SIM)
USB 3.0 Receive Data
negative
Input
Differential
-
-
-
SIM VCC supply
Output
Power
2.90
(3V SIM)
3.00
(3V SIM)
3.10
(3V SIM)
1.75
(1.8V SIM)
1.80
(1.8V SIM)
1.85
(1.8V SIM)
37
USB3.0_RX+
USB 3.0 Receive Data
positive
Input
Differential
-
-
-
38
NC
Reserved
39
GND
Ground
Input
Power
-
0
-
40
SIM_DETECT_2
SIM2 indication
Input
41
PCIE_TXM
PCIe Negative
Transmit Data
Output
Differential
-
-
-
42
UIM2_DATAd
SIM2 IO pin
Input
Low
-0.30
(3V SIM)
-
0.60
(3V SIM)
V
-
0 V—SIM not present
Open circuit—SIM present
-0.30
(1.8V SIM)
High
Output
43
PCIE_TXP
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Data
23
Output
0.35
(1.8V SIM)
2.10
(3V SIM)
3.00
(3V SIM)
3.30
(3V SIM)
1.17
(1.8V SIM)
1.80
(1.8V SIM)
2.10
(1.8V SIM)
Low
0
-
0.40
High
2.55
(3V SIM)
3.00
(3V SIM)
3.10
(3V SIM)
1.35
(1.8V SIM)
1.80
(1.8V SIM)
1.90
(1.8V SIM)
-
-
-
Differential
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Pin
44
Signal name
UIM2_CLKd
Pin
type
O
b
Description
SIM2 Clock
Direction c
Output
Voltage levels (V)
Active
state
Min
Typ
Max
Low
0
-
0.45
High
2.55
(3V SIM)
3.00
(3V SIM)
3.10
(3V SIM)
1.35
(1.8V SIM)
1.80
(1.8V SIM)
1.90
(1.8V SIM)
45
GND
V
Ground
Input
Power
-
0
-
46
UIM2_RESETd
O
SIM2 Reset
Output
Low
0
-
0.45
High
2.55
(3V SIM)
-
3.10
(3V SIM)
1.35
(1.8V SIM)
47
PCIE_RXM
48
UIM2_PWRd
V
1.90
(1.8V SIM)
PCIe Negative
Receive Data
Input
Differential
-
-
-
SIM2 VCC supply
Output
Power
2.90
(3V SIM)
3.00
(3V SIM)
3.10
(3V SIM)
1.75
(1.8V SIM)
1.80
(1.8V SIM)
1.85
(1.8V SIM)
49
PCIE_RXP
PCIe Positive Receive
Data
Input
Differential
-
-
-
50
PCIE_PERST_N
PCIe Reset
Input
Low
TBD
TBD
TBD
51
GND
Ground
Input
Power
-
0
-
52
PCIE_CLKREQ_N
PCIe Clock Request
Output
Low
TBD
TBD
TBD
53
PCIE_REFCLKM
PCIe Negative
Reference Clock
Input
Differential
-
-
-
54
PCIE_PEWAKE_N
PCIe Wake
Output
Low
TBD
TBD
TBD
55
PCIE_REFCLKP
PCIe Positive
Reference Clock
Input
Differential
-
-
-
56
NC
(For audio interface pin usage,
see Audio Support on
page 64.)
Reserved—Host must
not repurpose this pin.
57
GND
Input
Power
-
0
-
58
NC
(For audio interface pin usage,
see Audio Support on
page 64.)
Reserved—Host must
not repurpose this pin.
59
ANTCTL0 (GPIO1)
Customer-defined
external switch control
for multiple antennas
Output
High
1.35
-
1.80
Output
Low
0
-
0.45
Output
High
1.35
-
1.80
Output
Low
0
-
0.45
V
V
Ground
60
Reserved—Host must not repurpose this pin and should leave it not connected.
61
ANTCTL1 (GPIO2)
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Pin
Signal name
Pin
type
b
Description
62
Reserved—Host must not repurpose this pin and should leave it not connected.
63
ANTCTL2 (GPIO3)
Customer-defined
external switch control
for multiple antennas
Voltage levels (V)
Active
state
Direction c
Min
Typ
Max
Output
High
1.35
-
1.80
Output
Low
0
-
0.45
64
Reserved—Host must not repurpose this pin and should leave it not connected.
65
ANTCTL3 (GPIO4)
Customer-defined
external switch control
for multiple antennas
Output
High
1.35
-
1.80
Output
Low
0
-
0.45
66
SIM_DETECTd
PU
SIM indication
Input
67
RESET#
PU
Reset module
Input
Low
68
NC
Reserved
69
CONFIG_1
(GND in default module
configuration)
Reserved—Host must
not repurpose this pin.
Output
-
70
VCC
V
Power source
Input
Power
3.135
3.7
4.4
71
GND
V
Ground
Input
Power
-
0
-
72
VCC
V
Power source
Input
Power
3.135
3.7
4.4
73
GND
V
Ground
Input
Power
-
0
-
74
VCC
V
Power source
Input
Power
3.135
3.7
4.4
75
CONFIG_2
(NC in default module
configuration)
V
Reserved
Output
-
-
0 V—SIM not present
Open circuit—SIM present
-0.3
0.63
0
-
a. All values are preliminary and subject to change.
b. I—Input; O—Digital output; OC—Open Collector output; PU—Digital input (internal pull up); PD—Digital input (internal pull down);
V—Power or ground
c. Signal directions are from module’s point of view (e.g. ‘Output’ from module to host, ‘Input’ to module from host.)
d. Required signal
e. Sierra Wireless recommends that the host implement an open collector driver where a Low signal will turn the module off or enter
low power mode, and a high signal will turn the module on or leave low power mode.
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Power Supply
The host provides power to the EM7565 through multiple power and ground pins
as summarized in Table 3-2.
The host must provide safe and continuous power (via battery or a regulated
power supply) at all times; the module does not have an independent power
supply, or protection circuits to guard against electrical issues.
Table 3-2: Power and Ground Specifications
Name
Pins
Specification
Min
VCC
(3.7V)
2, 4, 70, 72, 74
Voltage range
See Table 3-1 on page 21.
Ripple voltage
-
-
100
mVpp
-
-
0
-
V
GND
3, 5, 11, 27, 33, 39,
45, 51, 57, 71, 73
Typ
Max
Units
USB Interface
Important: Host support for USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 signals is required.
The device supports USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 interfaces for communication between
the host and module.
The interfaces comply with the [9] Universal Serial Bus Specification, Rev 2.0 and
[10] Universal Serial Bus Specification, Rev 3.0 (subject to limitations described
below), and the host device must be designed to the same standards.
Note: When designing the host device, careful PCB layout practices must be followed.
Table 3-3: USB Interfaces
Name
Pin
Description
USB 2.0 USB_D+
7
Data positive
USB_D-
9
Data negative
USB 3.0 USB3.0-TX-a
29
Transmit data negative
USB3.0-TX+a
31
Transmit data positive
USB3.0-RX-a
35
Receive data negative
USB3.0-RX+a 37
Receive data positive
a. Signal directions (Tx/Rx) are from device’s point of
view.
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USB Throughput Performance
This device has been designed to achieve optimal performance and maximum
throughput using USB superspeed mode (USB 3.0). Although the device may
operate with a high speed host, throughput performance will be on an “as is”
basis and needs to be characterized by the OEM. Note that throughput will be
reduced and may vary significantly based on packet size, host interface, and
firmware revision.
User-developed Drivers
Details for user-developed USB drivers are described in [4] AirCard/AirPrime
USB Driver Developer’s Guide (Doc# 2130634).
PCIe Interface
Important: Host support for USB 2.0 signals is required to enable use of the PCIe
interface.
The device supports a PCIe interface for communication between the host and
module.
The PCIe interface complies with the PCI Express® Card Electromechanical
Specification Revision 3.0, and the host device must be designed to the same
standards.
Note: When designing the host device, careful PCB layout practices must be followed.
Table 3-4: PCIe Interface
Name
Pin
Description
PCIe PCIE_TXMa
41
PCIe Negative Transmit Data
PCIE_TXPa
43
PCIe Positive Transmit Data
PCIE_RXMa
47
PCIe Negative Receive Data
PCIE_RXPa
49
PCIe Positive Receive Data
PCIE_REFCLKM
53
PCIe Negative Reference Clock
PCIE_REFCLKP
55
PCIe Positive Reference Clock
PCIE_PERST_N
50
PCIe Reset
PCIE_CLKREQ_N
52
PCIe Clock Request
PCIE_PEWAKE_N
54
PCIe Wake
a. Signal directions (Tx/Rx) are from device’s point of view.
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SIM Interface
Note: Host support for
SIM interface signals is
required.
The module supports up to two SIMs (Subscriber Identity Module) (1.8 V or 3 V).
Each SIM holds information for a unique account, allowing users to optimize their
use of each account on multiple devices.
Note: The module may include an eUICC embedded SIM as one of the two supported
SIMs. (SKU-dependent)
The SIM pins (Table 3-5 on page 28) provide the connections necessary to
interface to SIM sockets located on the host device as shown in Figure 3-4 on
page 29. Voltage levels over this interface comply with 3GPP standards.
The types of SIM connectors used depends on how the host device exposes the
SIM sockets.
Table 3-5: SIM Interface Signals
SIM
Name
Pin
Description
SIM
contact a
Notes
Primary
UIM1_RESET
30
Reset
2
Active low SIM reset
UIM1_CLK
32
Serial clock
3
Serial clock for SIM data
UIM1_DATA
34
Data I/O
7
Bi-directional SIM data line
UIM1_PWR
36
SIM voltage
1
Power supply for SIM
SIM_DETECT
66
SIM indication
-
Input from host indicating whether SIM is present
or not
• Grounded if no SIM is present
• No-connect (floating) if SIM is inserted
Ground
5
Ground reference
UIM_GND is common to module ground
46
Reset
2
Active low SIM reset
UIM2_CLK
44
Serial clock
3
Serial clock for SIM data
UIM2_DATA
42
Data I/O
7
Bi-directional SIM data line
UIM2_PWR
48
SIM voltage
1
Power supply for SIM
SIM_DETECT_2 40
SIM indication
-
Input from host indicating whether SIM is present
or not
• Grounded if no SIM is present
• No-connect (floating) if SIM is inserted
UIM2_GND
SIM indication
-
Ground reference
UIM2_GND is common to module ground
UIM_GND
Secondary UIM2_RESET
a. See Figure 3-5 on page 29 for SIM card contacts.
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SIM Detect
UIM-PWR
4.7uF
X5R
typ
0.1uF
(Optional.
Locate near the
SIM socket)
15 k - 30 k
NOTE: UIM signals
refer to both UIM1
and UIM2.
Located near
SIM socket
(C9)
Note: SIM Detect
contact may vary
by vendor
(Optional.
Locate near the
SIM socket)
47 pF, 51
(C1)
(C3)
UIM-CLK
UIM-DATA
(C7)
UIM-RESET
(C2)
UIM_GND
(C5)
SIM card connector
EM7565
Located near SIM socket.
NOTE: Carefully consider if ESD
protection is required – it may
increase signal rise time and
lead to certification failure
ESD
protection
Figure 3-4: SIM Application Interface (applies to both SIM interfaces)
Contact View (notched corner at top left)
RFU
C8
C4
RFU
I/O
C7
C3
CLK
VPP
C6
C2
RST
GND
C5
C1
VCC
Figure 3-5: SIM Card Contacts (Contact View)
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SIM Implementation
Note: For interface design
requirements, refer to ETSI
TS 102 230 V5.5.0, section
5.2.
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When designing the remote SIM interface, you must make sure that SIM signal
integrity is not compromised.
Some design recommendations include:
• Total impedance of the VCC and GND connections to the SIM, measured at
the module connector, should be less than 1 to minimize voltage drop
(includes any trace impedance and lumped element components—inductors,
filters, etc.).
• Position the SIM connector 10 cm from the module. If a longer distance is
required because of the host device design, use a shielded wire assembly—
connect one end as close as possible to the SIM connector and the other end
as close as possible to the module connector. The shielded assembly may
help shield the SIM interface from system noise.
• Reduce crosstalk on the UIM1_DATA and UIM2_DATA lines to reduce the
risk of failures during GCF approval testing.
• Avoid routing the clock and data lines for each SIM (UIM1_CLK/UIM1_DATA,
UIM2_CLK/UIM2_DATA) in parallel over distances 2 cm—cross-coupling of
a clock and data line pair can cause failures.
• 3GPP has stringent requirements for I/O rise time ( 0.35T 120
-
-
ns
t(lc)
Clock low
I2S requirement: min > 0.35T 120
-
-
ns
t(dtr)
Delay
I2S requirement: max < 0.8T
-
-
250
ns
t(htr)
Hold time
I2S requirement: min > 0
100
-
-
ns
a. maximum sample rate = 48 KHz at 3.072 MHz (32 bits per sample)
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B: Antenna Specification
This appendix describes recommended electrical performance criteria for main path,
diversity path, and GNSS antennas used with AirPrime embedded modules.
The performance specifications described in this section are valid while antennas are
mounted in the host device with antenna feed cables routed in their final application
configuration.
Note: Antennas should be designed before the industrial design is finished to make sure that
the best antennas can be developed
Recommended Main/Diversity Antenna
Specifications
Table B-1: Antenna Requirements a
Parameter
Requirements
Comments
Antenna system
(LTE) External multi-band 2x2
MIMO antenna system (Ant1/
Ant2)b
(3G) External multi-band antenna
system with diversity (Ant1/Ant2)c
If Ant2 includes GNSS, then it must also satisfy
requirements in Table B-2 on page 70.
Operating bands —
Antenna 1
All supporting Tx and Rx frequency
bands.
Operating bands —
Antenna 2
All supporting Rx frequency bands,
plus GNSS frequency bands if
Antenna 2 is used in shared
Diversity/MIMO/GNSS mode.
VSWR of Ant1 and Ant2
•
•
Total radiated efficiency of
Ant1 and Ant2
> 50% on all bands
< 2:1 (recommended)
< 3:1 (worst case)
On all bands including band edges
•
•
•
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Measured at the RF connector.
Includes mismatch losses, losses in the
matching circuit, and antenna losses,
excluding cable loss.
Sierra Wireless recommends using
antenna efficiency as the primary
parameter for evaluating the antenna
system.
Peak gain is not a good indication of
antenna performance when integrated
with a host device (the antenna does not
provide omni-directional gain patterns).
Peak gain can be affected by antenna
size, location, design type, etc.—the
antenna gain patterns remain fixed unless
one or more of these parameters change.
Antenna Specification
Table B-1: Antenna Requirements (Continued) a
Parameter
Requirements
Radiation patterns of Ant1
and Ant2
Nominally Omni-directional
radiation pattern in azimuth plane.
Envelope correlation
coefficient between Ant1
and Ant2
•
Mean Effective Gain of
Ant1 and Ant2 (MEG1,
MEG2)
-3 dBi
Ant1 and Ant2 Mean
Effective Gain Imbalance I
MEG1 / MEG2 I
< 2 dB for MIMO operation
< 6 dB for diversity operation
Maximum antenna gain
Must not exceed antenna gains
due to RF exposure and ERP/
EIRP limits, as listed in the
module’s FCC grant.
See Important Compliance Information for
North American Users on page 61.
Isolation between Ant1 and
Ant2 (S21)
> 10 dB
•
•
Comments
< 0.4 on low Rx bands (up to
1500 MHz)
< 0.2 on high Rx bands (over
1500 MHz)
•
Power handling
•
•
>1W
•
•
If antennas can be moved, test all
positions for both antennas.
Make sure all other wireless devices
(Bluetooth or WLAN antennas, etc.) are
turned OFF to avoid interference.
Measure power endurance over 4 hours
(estimated talk time) using a 1 W CW
signal—set the CW test signal frequency
to the middle of each supporting Tx band.
Visually inspect device to ensure there is
no damage to the antenna structure and
matching components.
VSWR/TIS/TRP measurements taken
before and after this test must show
similar results.
a. These worst-case VSWR figures for the transmitter bands may not guarantee RSE levels to be within regulatory limits. The
device alone meets all regulatory emissions limits when tested into a cabled (conducted) 50 ohm system. With antenna
designs with up to 2.5:1 VSWR or worse, the radiated emissions could exceed limits. The antenna system may need to be
tuned in order to meet the RSE limits as the complex match between the module and antenna can cause unwanted levels of
emissions. Tuning may include antenna pattern changes, phase/delay adjustment, passive component matching. Examples of
the application test limits would be included in FCC Part 22, Part 24 and Part 27,test case 4.2.2 for WCDMA
(ETSI EN 301 908-1), where applicable.
b. Ant1—Primary, Ant2—Secondary (Diversity/MIMO/GNSS)
c. Ant1—Primary, Ant2—Secondary (Diversity/GNSS)
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Recommended GNSS Antenna
Specifications
Table B-2: GNSS Antenna Requirements
Parameter
Frequency range
Requirements
•
•
•
•
•
•
Comments
Wide-band GNSS:
1559–1606 MHz recommended
Narrow-band GPS:
1575.42 MHz ±2 MHz minimum
Narrow-band Galileo:
1575.42 MHz ±2 MHz minimum
Narrow-band BeiDou:
1561.098 MHz ±2 MHz minimum
Narrow-band GLONASS:
1601.72 MHz ±4.2 MHz minimum
Narrow-band QZSS
1575.42 MHz ±2 MHz minimum
Field of view (FOV)
•
•
Polarization
(average Gv/Gh)
> 0 dB
Vertical linear polarization is
sufficient.
Free space average gain
(Gv+Gh) over FOV
> -6 dBi (preferably > -3 dBi)
Gv and Gh are measured
and averaged over -45° to
+90° in elevation, and ±180°
in azimuth.
Gain
•
•
Omni-directional in azimuth
-45° to +90° in elevation
Maximum gain and uniform
coverage in the high elevation
angle and zenith.
Gain in azimuth plane is not
desired.
Average 3D gain
> -5 dBi
Isolation between GNSS
and Ant1
> 10 dB in all uplink bands
Typical VSWR
< 2.5:1
Polarization
Any other than LHCP (left-hand
circular polarized) is acceptable.
Antenna Tests
The following guidelines apply to the requirements described in Table B-1 on
page 68 and Table B-2 on page 70:
• Perform electrical measurements at room temperature (+20°C to +26°C)
unless otherwise specified
• For main and diversity path antennas, make sure the antennas (including
contact device, coaxial cable, connectors, and matching circuit with no more
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•
•
•
than six components, if required) have nominal impedances of 50 across
supported frequency bands.
All tests (except isolation/correlation coefficient)—Test the main or diversity
antenna with the other antenna terminated.
Any metallic part of the antenna system that is exposed to the outside
environment needs to meet the electrostatic discharge tests per IEC61000-42 (conducted discharge +8kV).
The functional requirements of the antenna system are tested and verified
while the embedded module’s antenna is integrated in the host device.
Note: Additional testing, including active performance tests, mechanical, and accelerated
life tests can be discussed with Sierra Wireless’ engineering services. Contact your Sierra
Wireless representative for assistance.
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C: Design Checklist
This chapter provides a summary of the design considerations mentioned throughout
this guide. This includes items relating to the power interface, RF integration, thermal
considerations, cabling issues, and so on.
Note: This is NOT an exhaustive list of design considerations. It is expected that you will
employ good design practices and engineering principles in your integration.
Table C-1: Hardware Integration Design Considerations
Suggestion
Section where discussed
Component placement
If an ESD suppressor is not used on the host device, allow space on the
SIM connector for series resistors in layout. (Up to 100 may be used
depending on ESD testing requirements).
SIM Implementation on
page 30
Minimize RF cable losses as these affect performance values listed in
product specification documents.
RF Connections on page 35
Antennas
Match the module/antenna coax connections to 50 —mismatched
antenna impedance and cable loss negatively affect RF performance.
RF Connections on page 35
If installing UMTS and CDMA modules in the same device, consider using
separate antennas for maximum performance.
Antenna and Cabling on
page 36
Power
Make sure the power supply can handle the maximum current specified
for the module type.
Power Consumption on
page 46
Limit the total impedance of VCC and GND connections to the SIM at the
connector to less than 1 (including any trace impedance and lumped
element components—inductors, filters, etc.). All other lines must have a
trace impedance less than 2 .
SIM Implementation on
page 30
Decouple the VCC line close to the SIM socket. The longer the trace
length (impedance) from socket to module, the greater the capacitance
requirement to meet compliance tests.
SIM Implementation on
page 30
PCB signal routing
USB 2.0/3.0—Route these signals over 90 differential lines on the
PCB.
I2C port—If supported, route these signals away from noise-sensitive
signals on the PCB.
PCM port—If supported, route these signals away from noise-sensitive
signals on the PCB.
EMI / ESD
Investigate sources of localized interference early in the design cycle.
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Methods to Mitigate Decreased
Rx Performance on page 38
Design Checklist
Table C-1: Hardware Integration Design Considerations (Continued)
Suggestion
Section where discussed
Provide ESD protection for the SIM connector at the exposed contact
point (in particular, the CLK, VCC, IO, and RESET# lines).
SIM Implementation on
page 30
Keep very low capacitance traces on the UIM_DATA and UIM_CLK
signals.
SIM Implementation on
page 30
To minimize noise leakage, establish a very good ground connection
between the module and host.
Ground Connection on page 37
Route cables away from noise sources (for example, power supplies,
LCD assemblies, etc.).
Methods to Mitigate Decreased
Rx Performance on page 38
Shield high RF-emitting components of the host device (for example,
main processor, parallel bus, etc.).
Methods to Mitigate Decreased
Rx Performance on page 38
Use discrete filtering on low frequency lines to filter out unwanted highorder harmonic energy.
Methods to Mitigate Decreased
Rx Performance on page 38
Use multi-layer PCBs to form shielding layers around high-speed clock
traces.
Methods to Mitigate Decreased
Rx Performance on page 38
Thermal
Test to worst case operating conditions—temperature, voltage, and
operation mode (transmitter on 100% duty cycle, maximum power).
Thermal Considerations on
page 58
Use appropriate techniques to reduce module temperatures (for example,
airflow, heat sinks, heat-relief tape, module placement, etc.).
Thermal Considerations on
page 58
Host / Modem communication
Make sure the host USB driver supports remote wakeup, resume, and
suspend operations, and serial port emulation.
[4] AirCard/AirPrime USB
Driver Developer’s Guide
(Doc# 2130634)
When no valid data is being sent, do not send SOF tokens from the host
(causes unnecessary power consumption).
[4] AirCard/AirPrime USB
Driver Developer’s Guide
(Doc# 2130634)
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D: Testing
Note: All AirPrime embedded modules are factory-tested to ensure they conform to published
product specifications.
Developers of OEM devices integrating Sierra Wireless AirPrime embedded modules
should include a series of test phases in their manufacturing process to make sure
that their devices work properly with the embedded modules.
Suggested phases include:
• Acceptance Testing—Testing of modules when they are received from Sierra
Wireless
• Certification Testing—Testing of completed devices to obtain required certifications before beginning mass production
• Production Testing—Testing of completed devices with the modules embedded
• Quality Assurance Testing—Post-production
AT Command Entry Timing Requirement
Some AT commands require time to process before additional commands are
entered. For example, the modem will return “OK” when it receives AT!DAFTMACT.
However, if AT!DASBAND is received too soon after this, the modem will return an
error.
When building automated test scripts, ensure that sufficient delays are embedded
where necessary to avoid these errors.
Acceptance Testing
Note: Acceptance testing is typically performed for each shipment received.
When you receive a shipment from Sierra Wireless, you should make sure it is
suitable before beginning production.
From a random sampling of units, test that:
• Units are operational
• Units are loaded with the correct firmware version
Acceptance Test Requirements
To perform the suggested tests, you require a test system in which to temporarily
install the module, and you must be able to observe the test device’s LED indicator.
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Testing
Acceptance Test Procedure
The following is a suggested acceptance testing procedure using Sierra Wireless’
Skylight™ software:
Note: You can perform
these tests using appropriate AT commands.
Test 1: Check Power-up and Initialization
1. After installing the module, start the test system.
2. Launch Skylight.
3. Check the LED—If the LED is off, there is a problem with the module or with
the connection to the LED.
Test 2: Check Version Numbers
1. From Skylight, select Help > About.
2. Verify that the firmware version in the About window is correct.
3. Close the About window.
If the module fails either of these tests, or is not recognized by Skylight:
1. Replace the module with one that is known to work correctly and repeat the
tests.
2. If the tests are successful, reinstall the original module and repeat the tests.
If the module still does not work correctly, contact your account manager.
Certification Testing
Note: Typically, certification testing of your device with the integrated module is required
one time only.
The AirPrime embedded module has been certified as described in Regulatory
Compliance and Industry Certifications on page 60.
When you produce a host device with a Sierra Wireless AirPrime embedded
module, you must obtain certifications for the final product from appropriate
regulatory bodies in the jurisdictions where it will be distributed.
The following are some of the regulatory bodies from which you may require
certification—it is your responsibility to make sure that you obtain all necessary
certifications for your product from these or other groups:
• FCC (Federal Communications Commission—www.fcc.gov)
• Industry Canada (www.ic.gc.ca)
• GCF (Global Certification Forum—www.globalcertificationforum.org) outside
of North America
• PTCRB (PCS Type Certification Review Board—www.ptcrb.com) in North
America
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Production Testing
Note: Production testing typically continues for the life of the product.
Production testing ensures that, for each assembled device, the module is
installed correctly (I/O signals are passed between the host and module), and the
antenna is connected and performing to specifications (RF tests).
Typical items to test include:
• Host connectivity
• Baseband (host/module connectors)
• RF assembly (Tx and/or Rx, as appropriate)
• Network availability
• Host/device configuration issues
Note: The number and types of tests to perform are your decision—the tests listed in this
section are guidelines only. Make sure that the tests you perform exercise functionality to
the degree that your situation requires.
Use an appropriate test station for your testing environment (see Acceptance Test
Requirements on page 74 for suggestions) and use AT commands to control the
integrated module.
Note: Your test location must be protected from ESD to avoid interference with the module
and antenna(s), assuming that your test computer is in a disassembled state.
Also, consider using an RF shielding box—local government regulations may prohibit
unauthorized transmissions.
Functional Production Test
This section presents a suggested procedure for performing a basic manual
functional test on a laboratory bench using an EM7565 Embedded Module and a
hardware development kit. When you have become familiar with the testing
method, use it to develop your own automated production testing procedures.
Suggested Production Tests
Consider the following tests when you design your production test procedures for
devices with the AirPrime module installed.
• Visual check of the module’s connectors and RF assemblies
• Module is operational
• USB/PCIe connection is functional
• LED is functional
• Power on/off
• Firmware revision check
• Rx tests on main and auxiliary paths
• Tx test
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Production Test Procedure
The following is a suggested test plan—you must decide which tests are
appropriate for your product. You may wish to add additional tests that more fully
exercise the capabilities of your product.
Using an appropriate Dev Kit-based test station, and referring to the appropriate
AT command references:
1. Visually inspect the module’s connectors and RF assemblies for obvious
defects before installing it in the test station.
2. Ensure that the module is turned off before beginning your tests—Drive
Full_Card_Power_Off# low or leave floating.
3. Test Full_Card_Power_Off#—Turn on the module by driving Full_Card_Power_Off# high.
4. Test USB functionality—Check for USB or PCIe enumeration.
· (Windows systems) The Device Manager shows the device under Network
adapters. For example:
5. Make sure your modem is connected and running, and then establish contact
with the module:
· Windows systems: Use a terminal emulation/communications program
such as Microsoft HyperTerminal® to connect to the Sierra Wireless modem
(see listings in Step 4):
a. Start HyperTerminal.
b. Select File > Connection Description. The Connection Description dialog
box appears.
i.
Type Sierra in the Name box and click OK. The Connect To dialog box
appears.
ii. Click OK without changing any of the displayed information. The
Connect dialog box appears.
iii. Click Cancel.
Note: If necessary, use
AT E1 to enable echo.
iv. Type ATZ in the HyperTerminal window. If the connection is established, the message OK appears.
6. Display the firmware version:
· AT+GMR
7. Test the LED—Set the LED in blinking mode using this command, then
visually verify that the LED turns off and on:
· AT!LDTEST=0,0 (LED on)
· AT!LDTEST=0,1 (LED off)
8. Unlock the extended AT command set. (Note: Use AT!ENTERCND? to check
command syntax, which is SKU-dependent.):
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· AT!ENTERCND=””
9. Put the module in diagnostic/factory test mode:
· AT!DAFTMACT
10. Communicate with the SIM using +CPIN or +CIMI.
When performing RF tests, use a test platform as described in Suggested
Testing Equipment on page 87.
11. Test RF transmission, if desired:
· (UMTS) See UMTS (WCDMA) RF Transmission Path Test on page 78.
· (LTE) See LTE RF Transmission Path Test on page 80.
12. Test RF reception, if desired:
· (UMTS) See UMTS (WCDMA) RF Receive Path Test on page 82.
· (LTE) See LTE RF Receive Path Test on page 84.
13. Test standalone GNSS functionality—See GNSS RF Receive Path Test on
page 86.
14. Drive Full_Card_Power_Off# low (or leave floating) and confirm that the
module powers down:
· Windows systems—The Sierra Wireless items under the Ports (COM &
LPT) entry in Device Manager disappear as the module powers off.
UMTS (WCDMA) RF Transmission Path Test
Note: This procedure segment is performed in Step 11 of the Production Test Procedure
on page 77.
The suggested test procedure that follows uses the parameters in Table D-1.
Table D-1: Test Settings — UMTS Transmission Path
Band
Band ID
Tx Channel a
2100 MHz
Band 1
9
9750
1900 MHz
Band 2
15b
9400
1800 MHz
Band 3
25
1112
1700 MHz
Band 4
28
1412
850 MHz
Band 5
22
4182
800 MHz
Band 6
TBD
TBD
900 MHz
Band 8
29
2787
1700 MHz
Band 9
31
8837
800 MHz
Band 19
TBD
TBD
a. Channel values shown are at the center of the
corresponding bands.
b. Either 15 (WCDMA1900A) or 16 (WCDMA1900B) may be used for testing.
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To test the DUT’s transmitter path:
Note: This procedure
describes steps using the
"Power Meter: Gigatronics
8651A” (with Option 12
and Power Sensor
80701A).
1. Set up the power meter:
a. Make sure the meter has been given sufficient time to warm up, if
necessary, to enable it to take accurate measurements.
b. Zero-calibrate the meter.
c. Enable MAP mode.
2. Prepare the DUT using the following AT commands:
a. AT!ENTERCND=”” (Unlock extended AT command set.)
b. AT!DAFTMACT
(Enter test mode.)
c. AT!DASBAND= (Set frequency band.)
· See Table D-1 on page 78 for appropriate values
(Set modem channel)
d. AT!DASCHAN=
· See Table D-1 on page 78 for appropriate values
e. AT!DASTXON
f.
AT!DAWSTXCW=0
g. AT!DAWSTXPWR=1, 10
(Turns on the transmit path.)
(Use a modulated carrier.)
(Set the power level.)
h. Take the measurement.
i.
Repeat steps g–h with different Tx power levels if desired.
j.
AT!DASTXOFF
(Turn off the transmitter.)
3. Test limits—Run ten or more good DUTs through this test procedure to
obtain a nominal output power value.
· Apply a tolerance of 5 to 6 dB to each measurement (assuming a good
setup design).
· Monitor these limits during mass-production ramp-up to determine if further
adjustments are needed.
Note: The module has a nominal output power of +23 dBm 1 dB in WCDMA mode.
However, the value measured by the power meter is significantly influenced (beyond the
stated 1 dB output power tolerance) by the test setup (host RF cabling loss, antenna
efficiency and pattern, test antenna efficiency and pattern, and choice of shield box).
Note: When doing the same test over the air in an RF chamber, values are likely to be
significantly lower.
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LTE RF Transmission Path Test
Note: This procedure segment is performed in Step 11 of the Production Test Procedure
on page 77.
The suggested test procedure that follows uses the parameters in Table D-2. .
Table D-2: Test Settings — LTE Transmission Path
Band #
Band ID
Tx Channel a
2100 MHz
B1
34
18300
1900 MHz
B2
43
18900
1800 MHz
B3
44
19575
1700 MHz
B4
42
20175
850 MHz
B5
45
20525
2600 MHz
B7
35
21100
900 MHz
B8
47
21625
1800 MHz
B9
48
TBD
700 MHz
B12
50
23095
700 MHz
B13
36
23230
850 MHz
B18
54
23925
850 MHz
B19
55
24075
800 MHz
B20
56
24300
850 MHz
B26
62
26865
700 MHz
B28
64
27435
2300 MHz
B30
66
27710
2500 MHz
B41
76
40620
3500 MHz
B42
TBD
TBD
3700 MHz
B43
TBD
TBD
3600 MHz
B48b
TBD
TBD
1700 MHz
B66
TBD
TBD
a. Channel values shown are at the center of the corresponding bands.
b. B48 support pending future release
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To test the DUT’s transmitter path:
Note: This procedure
describes steps using the
"Power Meter: Gigatronics
8651A” (with Option 12
and Power Sensor
80701A).
1. Set up the power meter:
a. Make sure the meter has been given sufficient time to warm up, if
necessary, to enable it to take accurate measurements.
b. Zero-calibrate the meter.
c. Enable MAP mode.
2. Prepare the DUT using the following AT commands:
a. AT!ENTERCND=”” (Unlock extended AT command set.)
b. AT!DAFTMACT
(Enter test mode.)
c. AT!DASBAND= (Set frequency band (e.g. 34 for LTE B1).)
· See Table D-2 on page 80 for appropriate values
(Set Rx bandwidth to 10 MHz.)
d. AT!DALSRXBW=3
(Set Tx bandwidth to 10 MHz.)
e. AT!DALSTXBW=3
(Set modem channel (e.g. 18300 for
f. AT!DASCHAN=
LTE B1).)
· See Table D-2 on page 80 for appropriate values
g. AT!DALSTXMOD=0
(Set Tx modulation type to QPSK.)
h. AT!DALSWAVEFORM=1,12,0,19
(Set the Tx waveform characteristics.)
i.
AT!DALSNSVAL=1
(Set the LTE NS (Net Sig) value.)
j.
AT!DASTXON
(Turn on the transmit path.)
k. AT!DALSTXPWR=1, 10
l.
(Set the power level.)Take the measurement.
Repeat steps k–k with different Tx power levels if desired.
m. AT!DALSTXPWR=0, 0
n. AT!DASTXOFF
(Disable the transmitter output.)
(Turn off the transmitter.)
3. Test limits—Run ten or more good DUTs through this test procedure to
obtain a nominal output power value.
· Apply a tolerance of 5 to 6 dB to each measurement (assuming a good
setup design).
· Monitor these limits during mass-production ramp-up to determine if further
adjustments are needed.
Note: The module has a nominal output power of +23 dBm 1 dB in LTE mode. However,
the value measured by the power meter is significantly influenced (beyond the stated
1 dB output power tolerance) by the test setup (host RF cabling loss, antenna efficiency
and pattern, test antenna efficiency and pattern, and choice of shield box).
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Note: When doing the same test over the air in an RF chamber, values are likely to be
significantly lower.
UMTS (WCDMA) RF Receive Path Test
Note: This procedure segment is performed in Step 12 of Production Test Procedure on
page 77.
The suggested test procedure that follows uses the parameters in Table D-3.
Table D-3: Test Settings — UMTS Receive Path
Band #
Frequency a (MHz)
Band ID
Rx Channel b
2100 MHz
Band 1
2141.20
9
9750
1900 MHz
Band 2
1961.20
15c
9400
1800 MHz
Band 3
1843.70
25
1112
1700 MHz
Band 4
2133.20
28
1412
850 MHz
Band 5
882.60
22
4182
800 MHz
Band 6
881.20
TBD
TBD
900 MHz
Band 8
948.60
29
2787
1700 MHz
Band 9
1863.60
31
8837
800 MHz
Band 19
883.70
TBD
TBD
a. Receive frequencies shown are 1.2 MHz offset from center
b. Channel values shown are at the center of the corresponding bands.
c. Either 15 (WCDMA1900A) or 16 (WCDMA1900B) may be used for testing.
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To test the DUT’s receive path:
Note: This procedure
describes steps using the
Agilent 8648C signal
generator—the Rohde &
Schwarz SML03 is shown
for reference only.
1. Set up the signal generator:
a. Set the amplitude to:
· -80 dBm
b. Set the frequency for the band being tested. See Table D-3 on page 82
for frequency values.
2. Set up the DUT:
a. AT!ENTERCND=”” (Unlock extended AT command set.)
b. AT!DAFTMACT (Put modem into factory test mode.)
c. AT!DASBAND= (Set frequency band.)
· See Table D-3 on page 82 for values
d. AT!DASCHAN= (Set modem channel)
· See Table D-3 on page 82 for values
e. AT!DASLNAGAIN=0 (Set the LNA to maximum gain.)
f.
AT!DAWGAVGAGC=9400,0 (For PCS1900, channel 9400 as an example.)
The returned value is the RSSI in dBm.
3. Test limits—Run ten or more good DUTs through this test procedure to
obtain a nominal received power value.
· Apply a tolerance of 5 to 6 dB to each measurement (assuming a good
setup design).
· Make sure the measurement is made at a high enough level that it is not
influenced by DUT-generated and ambient noise.
· The Signal Generator power level can be adjusted and new limits found if
the radiated test needs greater signal strength.
· Monitor these limits during mass-production ramp-up to determine if further
adjustments are needed.
Note: The value measured from the DUT is significantly influenced by the test setup and
DUT design (host RF cabling loss, antenna efficiency and pattern, test antenna efficiency
and pattern, and choice of shield box).
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4. Test diversity paths:
a. Set up the signal generator as in Step 1.
Note: Setup of the DUT is
the same as in Step 2,
except for a change to
AT!DAWGAVGAGC and
the addition of
AT!DAWSSCHAIN.
b. Set up the DUT:
i.
AT!ENTERCND=”” (Unlock extended AT command set.)
ii. AT!DAFTMACT (Put modem into factory test mode.)
iii. AT!DASBAND= (Set frequency band.)
See Table D-3 on page 82 for values
iv. AT!DAWSSCHAIN=1 (Enable the secondary chain.)
v. AT!DASCHAN= (Set modem channel)
See Table D-3 on page 82 for values
vi. AT!DASLNAGAIN=0 (Set the LNA to maximum gain.)
vii. AT!DAWGAVGAGC=9400,0,1 (‘1’ indicates the diversity path is used.)
c. Test the limits as in Step 3.
LTE RF Receive Path Test
Note: This procedure segment is performed in Step 12 of the Production Test Procedure
on page 77.
The suggested test procedure that follows uses the parameters in Table D-4.
Table D-4: Test Settings — LTE Receive Path
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Band #
Frequency a (MHz)
Band ID
Rx Channel b
2100 MHz
B1
2142.00
34
18300
1900 MHz
B2
1962.00
43
18900
1800 MHz
B3
1844.50
44
19575
1700 MHz
B4
2134.50
42
20175
850 MHz
B5
883.50
45
20525
2600 MHz
B7
2657.00
35
21100
900 MHz
B8
944.50
47
21625
1800 MHz
B9
1864.40
TBD
TBD
700 MHz
B12
739.50
50
23095
700 MHz
B13
753.00
36
23230
850 MHz
B18
869.50
54
23925
850 MHz
B19
884.50
55
24075
800 MHz
B20
808.00
56
24300
850 MHz
B26
878.50
62
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Table D-4: Test Settings — LTE Receive Path (Continued)
Band #
Frequency a (MHz)
Band ID
Rx Channel b
700 MHz
B28
782.50
64
27435
700 MHz
B29
724.50
TBD
TBD
2300 MHz
B30
2357.00
66
27710
1500 MHz
B32
1476.00
TBD
TBD
2500 MHz
B41
2595.00
76
40620
3500 MHz
B42
3502.00
TBD
TBD
3700 MHz
B43
3702.00
TBD
TBD
5200 MHz
B46
5539.5
TBD
TBD
3600 MHz
B48c
3627.00
TBD
TBD
1700 MHz
B66
2157.00
TBD
TBD
a. Receive frequencies shown are 2 MHz offset from center
b. Channel values shown are at the center of the corresponding bands.
c. B48 support pending future release
To test the DUT’s receive path (or diversity path, while connected to the diversity
antenna):
Note: This procedure
describes steps using the
Agilent 8648C signal
generator—the Rohde &
Schwarz SML03 is shown
for reference only.
1. Set up the signal generator:
a. Set the amplitude to -70 dBm
b. Set the frequency for the band being tested. See Table D-4 for frequency
values.
2. Set up the DUT:
a. AT!ENTERCND=”” (Unlock extended AT command set.)
b. AT!DAFTMACT (Put modem into factory test mode.)
c. AT!DASBAND= (Set frequency band.)
· See Table D-4 for values
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d. AT!DALSRXBW=2 (Set Rx LTE bandwidth to 5MHz.)
e. AT!DALSTXBW=2 (Set Tx LTE bandwidth to 5MHz.)
f. AT!DASCHAN= (Set modem channel)
· See Table D-4 for values
g. AT!DALGAVGAGC=,0 (Get averaged Rx AGC)
· See Table D-4 for values
3. Test limits—Run ten or more good DUTs through this test procedure to
obtain a nominal received power value.
· Apply a tolerance of 5 to 6 dB to each measurement (assuming a good
setup design).
· Make sure the measurement is made at a high enough level that it is not
influenced by DUT-generated and ambient noise.
· The Signal Generator power level can be adjusted and new limits found if
the radiated test needs greater signal strength.
· Monitor these limits during mass-production ramp-up to determine if further
adjustments are needed.
Note: The value measured from the DUT is significantly influenced by the test setup and
DUT design (host RF cabling loss, antenna efficiency and pattern, test antenna efficiency
and pattern, and choice of shield box).
GNSS RF Receive Path Test
The GNSS receive path uses either the dedicated GNSS connector or the shared
Diversity/MIMO/GNSS connector.
To test the GNSS receive path:
1. Inject a carrier signal at -110dBm, frequency 1575.52 MHz into the GNSS Rx
path at the connector. (Note that this frequency is 100 kHz higher than the
actual GPS L1 center frequency.)
2. Test the signal carrier-to-noise level at the GNSS receiver:
a. AT!ENTERCND=”” (Unlock extended AT command set.)
b. AT!DAFTMACT (Put modem into factory test mode.)
c. AT!DACGPSTESTMODE=1 (Start CGPS diagnostic task.)
d. AT!DACGPSSTANDALONE=1 (Enter standalone RF mode.)
e. AT!DACGPSMASKON (Enable log mask.)
f.
AT!DACGPSCTON (Return signal-to-noise and frequency measurements.)
g. Repeat AT!DACGPSCTON five to ten times to ensure the measurements
are repeatable and stable.
3. Leave the RF connection to the embedded module intact, and turn off the
signal generator.
4. Take several more !DACGPSCTON readings. This will demonstrate a 'bad'
signal in order to set limits for testing, if needed. This frequency offset should
fall outside of the guidelines in the note below, which indicates that the CtoN
result is invalid.
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5. (Optional) Turn the signal generator on again, and reduce the level to 120dBm. Take more !DACGPSCTON readings and use these as a reference
for what a marginal/poor signal would be.
Note: The response to AT!DACGPSCTON for a good connection should show CtoN within
58 +/- 5dB and Freq (frequency offset) within 100000 Hz +/- 5000 Hz .
Quality Assurance Testing
Note: QA is an ongoing
process based on random
samples from a finished
batch of devices.
The quality assurance tests that you perform on your finished products should be
designed to verify the performance and quality of your devices.
The following are some testing suggestions that can confirm that the antenna is
interfaced properly, and that the RF module is calibrated and performs to
specifications:
• Module registration on cellular networks
• Power consumption
• Originate and terminate data and voice (if applicable) calls
• Cell hand-off
• Transmitter and receiver tests
• FER (Frame Error Rate) as an indicator of receiver sensitivity/performance
• Channel and average power measurements to verify that the device is transmitting within product specifications
• RF sensitivity tests
• RF sensitivity testing—BER/BLER for different bands and modes
• Transmitter and receiver tests (based on relevant sections of the 3GPP
TS51010 and 3GPP 34121 documents)
Suggested Testing Equipment
To perform production and post-production tests, you will require appropriate
testing equipment. A test computer can be used to coordinate testing between the
integrated module (on the development kit or host) and the measurement
equipment, usually with GPIB connections. The suggested setup includes a
power meter to test RF output power and a signal generator to evaluate the
receiver.
Testing Assistance Provided by Sierra
Wireless
Extended AT commands have been implemented to assist with performing FTA
GCF tests and portions of CE Mark tests requiring radio module access. These
are documented in the [2] AirPrime EM75xx AT Command Reference
(forthcoming).
Sierra Wireless offers optional professional services based assistance to OEMs
with regulatory approvals.
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IOT/Operator Testing
Interoperability and Operator/Carrier testing of the finished system is the
responsibility of the OEM. The test process will be determined with the chosen
network operator(s) and will be dependent upon your business relationship with
them, as well as the product's application and sales channel strategy.
Sierra Wireless offers assistance to OEMs with the testing process, if required.
Extended AT Commands for Testing
Sierra Wireless provides the [2] AirPrime EM75xx AT Command Reference
(forthcoming), which describes proprietary AT commands that may help in
hardware integration design and testing (these commands are NOT intended for
use by end users).
Some commands from this document that may be useful for hardware integration
are listed in Table D-5 on page 88.
Table D-5: Extended AT Commands
Command
Description
Password commands
!ENTERCND
Enable access to password-protected commands
!SETCND
Set AT command password
Modem reset and status commands
!RESET
Reset the modem
!GSTATUS
Return the operation status of the modem (mode, band,
channel, and so on)
Diagnostic commands
!BAND
Select a set of frequency bands or reports current selection
Test commands
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!DAFTMACT
Put the modem into FTM (Factory Test Mode)
!DAFTMDEACT
Put the modem into online mode
!DALGAVGAGC
Return averaged Rx AGC value (LTE)
!DALGRXAGC
Return Rx AGC value (LTE)
!DALGTXAGC
Return Tx AGC value and transmitter parameters (LTE)
!DAOFFLINE
Place modem offline
!DASBAND
Set the frequency band (UMTS)
!DASCHAN
Set the modem channel (frequency) (UMTS)
!DASLNAGAIN
Set the LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) gain state
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Command
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!DASPDM
Set the PDM (Pulse Duration Modulation) value
!DASTXOFF
Turn off the Tx PA (Power Amplifier)
!DASTXON
Turn on the Tx PA (Power Amplifier)
!DAWGAVGAGC
Return averaged RX AGC value (WCDMA)
!DAWGRXAGC
Return the Rx AGC (Automatic Gain Control) value (UMTS)
!DAWINFO
Return WCDMA mode RF information
!DAWSCONFIGRX
Set the UMTS receiver to factory calibration settings
!DAWSPARANGE
Set the PA range state machine (UMTS)
!DAWSCHAINTCM
Place receive chain in test call mode (WCDMA)
!DAWSSCHAIN
Enable secondary receive chain (WCDMA)
!DAWSTXCW
Set the waveform used by the transmitter (UMTS)
!DAWSTXPWR
Set desired Tx power level (WCDMA)
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E: Packaging
Sierra Wireless AirPrime Embedded Modules are shipped in sealed boxes. The
standard packaging (see Figure E-1), contains a single tray with a capacity of 100
modules. (Note that some SKUs may have custom packaging—contact Sierra
Wireless for SKU-specific details.)
In the standard packaging, Embedded Modules are inserted, system connector first,
into the bottom portion (T1) of a two-part tray. all facing the same direction. This
allows the top edge of each Embedded Module to contact the top of the triangular
features in the top portion (T2) of the tray (see Detail A).
The top and bottom portions of the tray snap together at the four connection points.
Triangular recesses hold top
edges of modules
System connector
Tray connection points
Detail A
See Detail A
Figure E-1: Device Placement in Module Tray
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The tray cover is secured to the tray base with ESD-safe tape (EP1) at the
locations indicated. The tray is placed in a manufacturing box(B1), sealed with a
security tape (P1), a manufacturing label (L3) is placed on the bottom-right
corner, above the security tape, and if required a label (L4) is applied beside the
manufacturing label. (See Figure E-2.)
If required
(SKU-specific)
Figure E-2: Shipping Package
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F: References
This guide deals specifically with hardware integration issues that are unique to
AirPrime embedded modules.
Sierra Wireless Documents
The Sierra Wireless documents listed below are available from
www.sierrawireless.com. For additional documents describing embedded module
design, usage, and integration issues, contact your Sierra Wireless account
representative.
Command Documents
[1] AT Command Set for User Equipment (UE) (Release 6) (Doc# 3GPP TS 27.007)
[2] AirPrime EM75xx AT Command Reference (forthcoming)
Other Sierra Documents
[3] M.2 Dev Kit Welcome Letter (Doc# 2400323)
[4] AirCard/AirPrime USB Driver Developer’s Guide (Doc# 2130634)
Industry/Other Documents
The following non-Sierra Wireless references are not included in your documentation
package:
[5] FCC Regulations - Part 15 - Radio Frequency Devices
[6] IEC-61000-4-2 level 3 (Electrostatic Discharge Immunity Test)
[7] Mobile Station (MS) Conformance Specification; Part 4: Subscriber Interface
Module (Doc# 3GPP TS 11.10-4)
[8] PCI Express NGFF (M.2) Electromechanical Specification Revision 1.0
[9] Universal Serial Bus Specification, Rev 2.0
[10] Universal Serial Bus Specification, Rev 3.0
[11] JESD22-A114-B
[12] JESD22-C101
[13]MIPI Alliance Specification for RF Front-End Control Interface
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G: Acronyms
Table G-1: Acronyms and Definitions
Acronym or term
Definition
3GPP
3rd Generation Partnership Project
8PSK
Octagonal Phase Shift Keying
AGC
Automatic Gain Control
A-GPS
Assisted GPS
API
Application Programming Interface
BeiDou
BeiDou Navigation Satellite System
A Chinese system that uses a series of satellites in geostationary and middle
earth orbits to provide navigational data.
BER
Bit Error Rate—A measure of receive sensitivity
BLER
Block Error Rate
bluetooth
Wireless protocol for data exchange over short distances
CQI
Channel Quality Indication
COM
Communication port
CS
Circuit-switched
CSG
Closed Subscriber Group
CW
Continuous waveform
dB
Decibel = 10 x log10 (P1/P2)
P1 is calculated power; P2 is reference power
Decibel = 20 x log10 (V1/V2)
V1 is calculated voltage, V2 is reference voltage
dBm
A logarithmic (base 10) measure of relative power (dB for decibels); relative to
milliwatts (m). A dBm value will be 30 units (1000 times) larger (less negative)
than a dBW value, because of the difference in scale (milliwatts vs. watts).
DC-HSPA+
Dual Carrier HSPA+
DCS
Digital Cellular System
A cellular communication infrastructure that uses the 1.8 GHz radio spectrum.
DL
Downlink (network to mobile)
DRX
Discontinuous Reception
DSM
Distributed Shared Memory
DUT
Device Under Test
eICIC
Enhanced Inter-Cell Interference Coordination
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Definition
EIRP
Effective (or Equivalent) Isotropic Radiated Power
EMC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
EMI
Electromagnetic Interference
ERP
Effective Radiated Power
ESD
Electrostatic Discharge
FCC
Federal Communications Commission
The U.S. federal agency that is responsible for interstate and foreign
communications. The FCC regulates commercial and private radio spectrum
management, sets rates for communications services, determines standards for
equipment, and controls broadcast licensing. Consult www.fcc.gov.
FDD
Frequency Division Duplexing
FDMA
Frequency Division Multiple Access
feICIC
Further Enhanced Inter-Cell Interference Coordination
FER
Frame Error Rate—A measure of receive sensitivity.
firmware
Software stored in ROM or EEPROM; essential programs that remain even when
the system is turned off. Firmware is easier to change than hardware but more
permanent than software stored on disk.
FOTA
Firmware Over The Air—Technology used to download firmware upgrades
directly from the service provider, over the air.
FOV
Field Of View
FSN
Factory Serial Number—A unique serial number assigned to the mini card during
manufacturing.
Galileo
A European system that uses a series of satellites in middle earth orbit to provide
navigational data.
GCF
Global Certification Forum
GLONASS
Global Navigation Satellite System—A Russian system that uses a series of 24
satellites in middle circular orbit to provide navigational data.
GMSK
Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying modulation
GNSS
Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo)
GPS
Global Positioning System
An American system that uses a series of 24 satellites in middle circular orbit to
provide navigational data.
Host
The device into which an embedded module is integrated
HSDPA
High Speed Downlink Packet Access
HSPA+
Enhanced HSPA, as defined in 3GPP Release 7 and beyond
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HSUPA
High Speed Uplink Packet Access
Hz
Hertz = 1 cycle/second
IC
Industry Canada
IF
Intermediate Frequency
IMEI
International Mobile Equipment Identity
IMS
IP Multimedia Subsystem—Architectural framework for delivering IP multimedia
services.
inrush current
Peak current drawn when a device is connected or powered on
inter-RAT
Radio Access Technology
IOT
Interoperability Testing
IS
Interim Standard.
After receiving industry consensus, the TIA forwards the standard to ANSI for
approval.
ISIM
IMS Subscriber Identity Module (Also referred to as a SIM card)
LED
Light Emitting Diode.
A semiconductor diode that emits visible or infrared light.
LHCP
Left-Hand Circular Polarized
LNA
Low Noise Amplifier
LPM
Low Power Mode
LPT
Line Print Terminal
LTE
Long Term Evolution—a high-performance air interface for cellular mobile
communication systems.
MCS
Modulation and Coding Scheme
MHz
Megahertz = 10e6 Hz
MIMO
Multiple Input Multiple Output—wireless antenna technology that uses multiple
antennas at both transmitter and receiver side. This improves performance.
NAS / AS
Network Access Server
NC
No Connect
NIC
Network Interface Card
NLIC
Non-Linear Interference Cancellation
NMEA
National Marine Electronics Association
OEM
Original Equipment Manufacturer—a company that manufactures a product and
sells it to a reseller.
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Definition
OFDMA
Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access
OMA DM
Open Mobile Alliance Device Management—A device management protocol.
OTA
‘Over the air’ (or radiated through the antenna)
PA
Power Amplifier
packet
A short, fixed-length block of data, including a header, that is transmitted as a unit
in a communications network.
PCB
Printed Circuit Board
PCC
Primary Component Carrier
PCS
Personal Communication System
A cellular communication infrastructure that uses the 1.9 GHz radio spectrum.
PDN
Packet Data Network
PMI
Pre-coding Matrix Index
PSS
Primary synchronisation signal
PST
Product Support Tools
PTCRB
PCS Type Certification Review Board
QAM
Quadrature Amplitude Modulation.
This form of modulation uses amplitude, frequency, and phase to transfer data on
the carrier wave.
QCI
QoS Class Identifier
QMI
Qualcomm MSM/Modem Interface
QOS
Quality of Service
QPSK
Quadrature Phase-Shift Keying
QPST
Qualcomm Product Support Tools
QZSS
Quasi-Zenith Satellite System—Japanese system for satellite-based
augmentation of GPS.
RAT
Radio Access Technology
RF
Radio Frequency
RI
Ring Indicator
roaming
A cellular subscriber is in an area where service is obtained from a cellular service
provider that is not the subscriber’s provider.
RSE
Radiated Spurious Emissions
RSSI
Received Signal Strength Indication
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SCC
Secondary Component Carrier
SDK
Software Development Kit
SED
Smart Error Detection
Sensitivity
(Audio)
Measure of lowest power signal that the receiver can measure.
Sensitivity (RF)
Measure of lowest power signal at the receiver input that can provide a prescribed
BER/BLER/SNR value at the receiver output.
SG
An LTE signaling interface for SMS (“SMS over SGs”)
SIB
System Information Block
SIM
Subscriber Identity Module. Also referred to as USIM or UICC.
SIMO
Single Input Multiple Output—smart antenna technology that uses a single
antenna at the transmitter side and multiple antennas at the receiver side. This
improves performance and security.
SISO
Single Input Single Output—antenna technology that uses a single antenna at
both the transmitter side and the receiver side.
SKU
Stock Keeping Unit—identifies an inventory item: a unique code, consisting of
numbers or letters and numbers, assigned to a product by a retailer for purposes
of identification and inventory control.
SMS
Short Message Service.
A feature that allows users of a wireless device on a wireless network to receive
or transmit short electronic alphanumeric messages (up to 160 characters,
depending on the service provider).
S/N
Signal-to-noise (ratio)
SNR
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
SOF
Start of Frame—A USB function.
SSS
Secondary synchronisation signal.
SUPL
Secure User Plane Location
TDD
Time Division Duplexing
TD-SCDMA
Time Division Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access
TIA/EIA
Telecommunications Industry Association / Electronics Industry Association.
A standards setting trade organization, whose members provide communications
and information technology products, systems, distribution services and
professional services in the United States and around the world. Consult
www.tiaonline.org.
TIS
Total Isotropic Sensitivity
TRP
Total Radiated Power
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Definition
UDK
Universal Development Kit (for PCI Express Mini Cards)
UE
User Equipment
UICC
Universal Integrated Circuit Card (Also referred to as a SIM card.)
UL
Uplink (mobile to network)
UMTS
Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
USB
Universal Serial Bus
USIM
Universal Subscriber Identity Module (UMTS)
VCC
Supply voltage
VSWR
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
WAN
Wide Area Network
WCDMA
Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (also referred to as UMTS)
WLAN
Wireless Local Area Network
ZIF
Zero Intermediate Frequency
ZUC
ZUC stream cypher
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Numerics
capacitors
with SIM, 30
with XIM_DATA / XIM_CLK, 30
carrier/operator testing, 88
cell selection, 13
certification tests, 75
checklist, design, 72
communications, host to modem
design checklist, 73
conducted Tx power tolerances, 44
connection
grounding, 37
connectors, required
host-module, 14
control interface, 31
CQI, 13
3D gain, average
gain
3D average (GNSS), 70
3GPP compliance
LTE, 16
UMTS, 16
A
acceptance tests, 74
accessories, 14
accuracy (GNSS), 45
acquisition time (GNSS), 45
acronyms and definitions, 93– 98
A-GNSS, 14
A-GPS, 13
antenna
connection considerations, 35
connectors, 17
control, 17, 34
custom, design, 36
diversity antenna, disabling, 36
GNSS, specifications, recommended, 68, 70
limit, matching coaxial connections, 35
location, considerations, 36
matching, considerations, 36
maximum cable loss, 35
routing, 36
specification, 68– 71
specifications, recommended, 68
testing, 70
antennas
design checklist, 72
API, 54
application interface features, 12
approvals, regulatory and industry, 60
AT commands, 88
averaged call mode DC power consumption, 47
averaged standby DC power consumption, 46
D
DC power consumption
averaged call mode, 47
averaged standby, 46
desense. See RF
design checklist
antennas, 72
component placement, 72
EMI/ESD, 72
host/modem communications, 73
power, 72
thermal, 73
USB3, 72
detach procedure, 13
dimensioned view, 56
dimensions, 55, 56
diversity antenna
disabling, 36
drop specifications, 55
dynamic power control, 17
E
EDGE
connector, required, 14
electrical specifications, 17
electrostatic discharge specifications, 55
electrostatic discharge. See ESD
envelope correlation coefficient, 69
environmental specifications, 55– 57
ESD
design checklist, 72
protection requirements, 57
ESD specifications, 55
expanded RF block diagram, 19, 20
B
bands supported, RF
summary, 11
LTE, 40, 42, 78, 80, 82, 84
bearers, dedicated, 13
BER (Bit Error Rate), 39
bit error rate (BER)
measure of sensitivity, 39
block diagram
expanded RF, 19, 20
system, 18
bottom view, 56
F
C
field of view, 70
filtering, RF desense, 38
form factor, 55
FOV, 70
free space average gain, 70
cable loss
antenna, maximum, 35
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frequencies supported, 39
frequency band support
LTE, 40, 42, 78, 80, 82, 84
Full_Card_Power_Off#, 33
3GPP compliance, 16
bandwidth support, 41
features, 13
frequency band support, 40, 42, 78, 80, 82, 84
G
M
gain
GNSS, 70
maximum, 61, 69
mean effective, 69
mean effective imbalance, 69
GNSS
antenna specifications, recommended, 68, 70
GPS
features supported, 13
specifications, 45
GPS_DISABLE#, 17, 31, 32
ground specifications, 26
grounding
connection considerations, 37
mean effective gain, 69
mean effective gain imbalance, 69
mechanical specifications, 55– 57
MIB, 13
modem features, 12
module
power states, 48– 50
N
NAS/AS security, 13
noise
leakage, minimizing, 37
RF interference, power supply, 52
H
O
host interface
pin assignments, 20
humidity specifications, 55
OEM
assistance with testing, 88
labeling, 57
operator/carrier testing, 88
ordering information, 14
I
I/O rise time requirements, 30
impedance
module–antenna, 36
SIM, 30
industry approvals, 60
integration requirements, 15
interface
control interface, 31
feature summary, 12
host, pin assignments, 20
QMI, 54
SIM, 28
software, 54
USB, 26, 27
interference
device generated, 38
host-generated, 38
power supply noise, 52
wireless devices, 37
Interoperability testing, 88
intra-LTE mobility, 13
IOT testing, 88
iRAT, 13
isolation, 69, 70
P
packaging, 90
paging procedures, 13
PCB
multi-layer, shielding for RF desense, 38
PCIe
detect, timing, 52
interface, description, 27
PDN connections, multiple, 13
pin assignments, host interface, 20
PMI, 13
polarization, 70
position location, 13
power
design checklist, 72
handling, 69
power-up timing, 50
ramp-up timing, 50
state machines, 49
states, module, 48– 50
supply, RF interference, 52
supply, ripple limit, 52
power consumption, DC
averaged call mode, 47
averaged standby, 46
power off signal, 17
power specifications, 26
power tolerances, conducted Tx, 44
Product Support Tool, QUALCOMM (QPST), 54
L
labeling, 57
LED
example, 34
LED output, 17, 31, 33
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conducted, RF parameter, 43, 44
defined, 39
radiated measurement, overview, 39
testing, overview, 39
shielding
module, compliance, 35
reducing RF desense, 38
shock specifications, 55
SIB, 13
signals, 31
Full_Card_Power_Off#, 33
RESET#, 33
WWAN_LED#, 33
SIM
capacitor recommendations, 30
card contacts, 29
clock rate, 30
connector, required, 14
electrical specifications, 30
impedance, connectors, 30
interface, 28
interface diagram, 29
operation, 30
SIM Detect, 17
Smart Error Detection
detecting module reset, 53
SMS features, 13
Snow 3G/AES security, 13
software interface, 54
specifications
electrical, 17
environmental specifications, 55– 57
GPS, 45
mechanical, 55– 57
RF, 35–??
SSS, 13
standalone mode, GPS/GLONASS, 13
standby DC power consumption, averaged, 46
state machines, 49
support
testing assistance by Sierra Wireless, 87
tools, 54
system acquisition, 13
system block diagram, 18
production tests, 76
PSS, 13
Q
QMI interface, 54
QPST (QUALCOMM Product Support Tool), 54
QUALCOMM Product Support Tool (QPST), 54
quality assurance tests, 87
QXDM support, 54
R
radiated efficiency, total, 68
radiated sensitivity measurement, 39
radiated spurious emissions, 38
radiation patterns, 69
references, 92
regulatory approvals, 60
regulatory information, ??– 63
FCC, 61
limitation of liability, 60
safety and hazards, 60
reset
timing, 50
RESET#, 17, 33
resistors, external pull-up, 30
RF
antenna cable loss, maximum, 35
antenna connection, considerations, 35
connectors, required, 14
desense
device-generated, 38
harmonic energy, filtering, 38
mitigation suggestions, 38
shielding suggestions, 38
interference
other devices, 38
power supply, 52
wireless devices, 37
RF bands supported
summary, 11
LTE, 40, 42, 78, 80, 82, 84
RF block diagram, expanded, 19, 20
RF specifications, 35–??
RI, 13
RSE, 38
Rx sensitivity
conducted, 43, 44
T
temperature specifications, 55
temperature, module. See thermal
S
sales
ordering, 14
SAR backoff, 53
SDKs available, 54
SED
see Smart Error Detection
See also GPS_DISABLE#, 32
See also W_DISABLE#, 32
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testing
overview, 74
acceptance tests, 74
assistance provided by Sierra Wireless, 87
certification tests, 75
equipment, suggested, 87
interoperability and operator/carrier testing, 88
manual functional test, suggested, 76
production tests, 76
quality assurance tests, 87
RF receive path, LTE, 84
RF receive path, UMTS, 82
RF transmission path, LTE, 80
RF transmission path, UMTS, 78
suggestions, 74– 89
thermal
considerations, 58– 59
design checklist, 73
dissipation, factors affecting, 58
dissipation, suggestions, 59
testing, module, 59
timing
PCIe detect, 52
power ramp-up, 50
power-up, 50
reset, 50
USB enumeration, 50
top view, 56
tracking session
automatic, 13
standalone, 13
Tx power tolerances, conducted, 44
ZIF (Zero Intermediate Frequency), 37
U
UMTS
3GPP compliance, 16
USB
drivers, user-developed, 27
high / full speed throughput performance, 27
interface, 26, 27
USB enumeration timing, 50
USB3
design checklist, 72
V
vibration specifications, 55
VSWR, 68, 70
W
W_DISABLE#, 17, 31, 32
WAKE_ON_WAN#, 17
Wireless Disable, 31
Wireless Disable (GNSS), 32
Wireless Disable (Main RF), 32
WWAN_LED#, 31, 33
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