THALES PLS83-X Gemalto Cinterion LTE Wireless Module Instruction Manual
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PLS83-X Gemalto Cinterion LTE Wireless Module
Cinterion® PLS83-X
Hardware Interface Overview
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Document Name: Cinterion® PLS83-X Hardware Interface Overview
Version:
00.860
Date:
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DocId:
PLS83-X_HIO_v00.860
Status
Confidential / Preliminary
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Contents
1 Introduction ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7 1.1 Product Variants
…………………………………………………………………………………… 7 1.2 Key Features at a Glance
………………………………………………………………………. 7 1.3 PLS83-X System
Overview…………………………………………………………………… 11
2 Interface Characteristics ……………………………………………………………………………… 12 2.1 Application
Interface ……………………………………………………………………………. 12 2.1.1 USB
Interface………………………………………………………………………….. 12 2.1.2 Serial Interface ASC0
………………………………………………………………. 13 2.1.3 Serial Interface ASC1
………………………………………………………………. 14 2.1.4 UICC/SIM/USIM
Interface…………………………………………………………. 15 2.1.4.1 SIM_SWITCH
Line…………………………………………………….. 17 2.1.5 GPIO Interface
………………………………………………………………………… 18 2.1.6 Digital Audio
Interface………………………………………………………………. 18 2.1.6.1 Pulse Code Modulation Interface
…………………………………. 18 2.1.6.2 Inter-IC Sound Interface (TBD) ……………………………………. 19
2.1.7 Control Signals………………………………………………………………………… 20 2.1.7.1 Status LED
……………………………………………………………….. 20 2.1.7.2 Power Indication…………………………………………………………
21 2.2 RF Antenna Interface…………………………………………………………………………… 22 2.2.1 Antenna
Installation …………………………………………………………………. 23 2.2.2 RF Line Routing
Design……………………………………………………………. 24 2.2.2.1 Line Arrangement Examples
……………………………………….. 24 2.2.2.2 Routing Example……………………………………………………….. 29 2.3
GNSS Antenna Interface ……………………………………………………………………… 30 2.3.1 GNSS Antenna
Diagnostic………………………………………………………… 31
3 Operating Characteristics ……………………………………………………………………………. 32 3.1 Power
Supply……………………………………………………………………………………… 32
4 Mechanical Dimensions, Mounting and Packaging……………………………………….. 33 4.1
Mechanical Dimensions of PLS83-X………………………………………………………. 33
5 Regulatory and Type Approval Information ………………………………………………….. 37 5.1
Directives and Standards……………………………………………………………………… 37 5.2 SAR requirements
specific to portable mobiles ……………………………………….. 38 5.3 Reference Equipment for
Type Approval ………………………………………………… 39 5.4 Compliance with FCC/IC/ISED Rules and
Regulations …………………………….. 40
6 Document Information…………………………………………………………………………………. 42 6.1 Revision History
………………………………………………………………………………….. 42 6.2 Related Documents
…………………………………………………………………………….. 42 6.3 Terms and Abbreviations
……………………………………………………………………… 42 6.4 Safety Precaution Notes
………………………………………………………………………. 46
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7 Appendix…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 47 7.1 List of Parts and Accessories………………………………………………………………… 47
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Tables
Table 1: Table 2: Table 3: Table 4: Table 5: Table 6:
Table 7: Table 8: Table 9:
Table 10: Table 11: Table 12:
Signals of the SIM interface (SMT application interface) …………………………. 15 GPIO lines and possible alternative assignment…………………………………….. 18 Overview of PCM pin functions ……………………………………………………………. 19 Overview of I2S pin functions ………………………………………………………………. 20 Return loss in the active band……………………………………………………………… 22 Sample ranges of the GNSS antenna diagnostic measurements and their possible meaning ………………………………………………………………………………. 31 Standards of North American type approval ………………………………………….. 37 Requirements of quality ……………………………………………………………………… 37 Standards of the Ministry of Information Industry of the People’s Republic of China …………………………………………………………………. 38 Antenna gain limits for FCC and ISED………………………………………………….. 40 List of parts and accessories……………………………………………………………….. 47 Molex sales contacts (subject to change) ……………………………………………… 48
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Figures
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PLS83-X system overview ………………………………………………………………….. 11 USB circuit ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 12 Serial interface ASC0…………………………………………………………………………. 13 Serial interface ASC1…………………………………………………………………………. 14 Module’s two UICC/SIM/USIM interfaces ……………………………………………… 16 UICC/SIM/USIM interfaces connected………………………………………………….. 16 External UICC/SIM/USIM switch………………………………………………………….. 17 Sample circuit for SIM interface connection via SIM switch……………………… 17 Status signaling with LED driver ………………………………………………………….. 20 Power indication signal ………………………………………………………………………. 21 Antenna pads (bottom view) ……………………………………………………………….. 23 Embedded Stripline with 65µm prepreg (1080) and 710µm core ……………… 24 Micro-Stripline on 1.0mm standard FR4 2-layer PCB – example 1 ……………. 25 Micro-Stripline on 1.0mm Standard FR4 PCB – example 2………………………. 26 Micro-Stripline on 1.5mm Standard FR4 PCB – example 1………………………. 27 Micro-Stripline on 1.5mm Standard FR4 PCB – example 2………………………. 28 Routing to application`s RF connector ………………………………………………….. 29 PLS83-X evaluation board layer table…………………………………………………… 29 Supply voltage for active GNSS antenna………………………………………………. 30 ESD protection for passive GNSS antenna …………………………………………… 31 Decoupling capacitor(s) for BATT+………………………………………………………. 32 PLS83-X top and bottom view for X variant …………………………………………. 34 Dimensions of (all dimensions in mm) …………………………………………………. 35 Dimensions of PLS83-X (all dimensions in mm) …………………………………….. 35 Dimensions of PLS83-X (keepout area recommended)…………………………… 36 Reference equipment for Type Approval ………………………………………………. 39
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Introduction
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This document1 describes the hardware of the Cinterion® PLS83-X module. It helps you quickly retrieve interface specifications, electrical and mechanical details and information on the requirements to be considered for integrating further components.
1.1
Product Variants
This document applies to the following Thales module variants: · Cinterion® PLS83-X Module
1.2
Key Features at a Glance
Feature
Implementation
General
Frequency bands
PLS83-X integrates all the bands required to have a global coverage across the world (NORAM / LATAM / EMEA /APAC).
GSM class
Small MS
Output power (according to release 99)
Class 4 (+33dBm ±2dB) for GSM850 Class 4 (+33dBm ±2dB) for GSM900 Class 1 (+30dBm ±2dB) for GSM1800 Class 1 (+30dBm ±2dB) for GSM1900 Class E2 (+27dBm ± 3dB) for GSM 850 8-PSK Class E2 (+27dBm ± 3dB) for GSM 900 8-PSK Class E2 (+26dBm +3 /-4dB) for GSM 1800 8-PSK Class E2 (+26dBm +3 /-4dB) for GSM 1900 8-PSK
Output power (according Class 3 (+24dBm +1/-3dB) for UMTS 850, WCDMA FDD BdV
to Release 99)
Class 3 (+24dBm +1/-3dB) for UMTS 1900, WCDMA FDD BdII
Class 3 (+24dBm +1/-3dB) for UMTS 2100, WCDMA FDD BdIV
Output power (according to Release 8)
Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 600, LTE FDD Bd71 Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 700, LTE FDD Bd12 Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 700, LTE FDD Bd13 Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 700, LTE FDD Bd14 Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 850, LTE FDD Bd26 Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 850, LTE FDD Bd5 Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 1900, LTE FDD Bd2 Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 1900, LTE FDD Bd25 Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 2100, LTE FDD Bd4 Class 3 (+23dBm ±2dB) for LTE 2100, LTE FDD Bd66
Power supply
Normal operation: 3.0V < VBATT+ < 4.5V Typ value is 3.8V Extended operation: TBD
1. The document is effective only if listed in the appropriate Release Notes as part of the technical documentation delivered with your Thales product.
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Feature Operating temperature (board temperature) Physical
RoHS
Implementation
Normal operation: -30°C to +85°C Extended operation: -40°C to -30°C, +85°C to
+90°C
Dimensions: 33mm x 29mm x 2.5mm Weight: approx. 4.8g
All hardware components fully compliant with EU RoHS Directive
LTE features 3GPP Release 10 HSPA feature 3GPP Release 7
UMTS features 3GPP Release 4
UE CAT 4 for PLS83 (DL 150Mbps, UL 50Mbps)
UE CAT. 14, 6 for PLS83 HSPA+ DL 21Mbps HSUPA UL 5.7Mbps Compressed mode
(CM) supported according to 3GPP TS25.212
PS data rate 384 kbps DL / 384 kbps UL CS data rate 64 kbps DL / 64 kbps
UL
GSM/GPRS/EGPRS features
Data transfer
GPRS: · Multislot Class 12 · Mobile Station Class B · Coding Scheme 1 4
EGPRS: · Multislot Class 12 · EDGE E2 power class for 8 PSK · Downlink coding
schemes CS 1-4, MCS 1-9 · Uplink coding schemes CS 1-4, MCS 1-9 · SRB
loopback and test mode B · 8-bit, 11-bit RACH · 1 phase/2 phase access
procedures · Link adaptation and IR · NACC, extended UL TBF · Mobile Station
Class B
SMS
Point-to-point MT and MO Cell broadcast Text and PDU mode Storage: SIM card plus SMS locations in mobile equipment
GNSS Features
Protocol
NMEA
Modes
Standalone GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo)
General
Automatic power saving modes. DC feed bridge and control of power supply for active antenna
Software
AT commands
Hayes 3GPP TS 27.007, TS 27.005, Thales
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Feature SIM Application Toolkit Firmware update Interfaces Module interface
Implementation Default (Network) bearer support for BIP Generic update from
host application over USB modem
Surface mount device with solderable connection pads (SMT application
interface). Land grid array (LGA) technology ensures high solder joint
reliability and allows the use of an optional module mounting socket.
USB 2 serial interfaces
Audio 2 UICC interfaces (switchable) GPIO interface
I2C interface Digital audio interface RING0 Antenna interface pads ADC inputs
Power on/off, Reset Power on/off
Reset Special features Real time clock
For more information on how to integrate SMT modules see also [4].This
application note comprises chapters on module mounting and application layout
issues as well as on additional SMT application development equipment.
USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbit/s) device interface. Full Speed (12Mbit/s)
compliant.
ASC0 (in parts shared with GPIO lines): · 8-wire modem interface with status
and control lines, unbalanced, asyn-
chronous · Fixed baud rates: 300bps to 921,600bps · Supports RTS0/CTS0
hardware flow control. ASC1 (shared with GPIO lines): · 4-wire, unbalanced
asynchronous interface · Fixed baud rates: 300bps to 921,600bps and 3Mbps ·
Supports RTS1/CTS1 hardware flow control
1 digital interface (PCM), shared with GPIO lines
Supported chip cards: UICC/SIM/USIM 3V, 1.8V
22 GPIO lines comprising: 13 lines shared with ASC0, ASC1 lines, with network
status indication, fast shutdown and SIM switch 4 GPIO lines shared with PCM
interface 9 GPIO lines not shared Supports I2C serial interface. 1 digital
interface can be configured as PCM or I2S(TBD).
Support RING0 to wake up host from power down modes
50. UMTS/GSM/LTE main antenna, UMTS/LTE Rx Diversity antenna, GNSS antenna.
Analog-to-Digital Converter with unbalanced analog inputs, for example, for
the (external) antenna diagnosis
Switch on by hardware signal IGT Switch off by AT command Switch off by
hardware signal FST_SHDN instead of AT command Automatic switch off in case of
critical temperature or voltage conditions
Orderly reset by AT command Reset by emergency reset signal EMERG_RST.
Timer functions via AT commands.
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Feature Evaluation kit LGA DevKit Evaluation module
DSB-mini
DSB75
Implementation
LGA DevKit designed to test Thales LGA modules.
PLS83-X module soldered onto a dedicated PCB that can be connected to an
adapter in order to be mounted onto the DSB75 or DSB mini.
DSB-mini Development Support Board designed to test and type approve. It is
the cost optimized development board alternative to DSB75.
DSB75 Development Support Board designed to test and type approve Thales
modules and provide a sample configuration for application engineering. A
special adapter is required to connect the PLS83-X evaluation module to the
DSB75.
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Module
GPIO Digital Audio
STATUS SIM_SWITCH
FST_SHDN ASC1/GPIO ASC0/GPIO
Application
9
GPIO
2
PCM/GPIO
1
STATUS/GPIO
1
SIM_SWITCH/GPIO
1
Fast Shutdown/GPIO
4
Serial Interface/GPIO
4
Serial Interface/GPIO
PWR_IND ASC0/GPIO
I2C USB ADC Digital Audio
SIM1 interface(with SIM card detection)
SIM2 interface(with SIM card detection)
1
Power Indicator
4
Serial Interface 0
2
I2C
3
USB
3
ADC
3
PCM(I2S) Interface&MCLK
SIM1 Card
1 5
SIM2 Card
1 5
CONTROL
1
IGT
1
EMERG_RST
Power Supply
RF_Main_Path Diversity_RX GNSS_Path
1
VGNSS
1
Base Band Power
1
RF Power
Main Antenna
1 Diversity Antenna
1 GNSS Antenna
1
1
GNSS_DC
Figure 1: PLS83-X system overview
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Interface Characteristics
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PLS83-X is equipped with an SMT application interface that connects to the external application. The SMT application interface incorporates the various application interfaces as well as the RF antenna interface.
2.1
Application Interface
2.1.1 USB Interface
PLS83-X supports a USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbit/s) device interface that is
Full Speed (12Mbit/s) compliant. The USB I/O pins are capable of driving the
signal at min 3.0V. The impedances, serial and pull up resistors are
implemented according to “Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0″1,
No further additional components are required.
The external application is responsible for supplying the VUSB_IN line. This
line is used for cable detection only. The USB part (driver and transceiver)
is supplied by means of BATT+. This is because PLS83-X is designed as a self-
powered device compliant with the “Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision
2.0”.
Module
USB part1) VBUS DP DN
VREG (3V075)
lin. reg.
Detection only
RS RS
SMT
BATT+ GND
VUSB_IN
USB_DP2) USB_DN2)
- All serial (including RS) and pull-up resistors for data lines are
implemented. 2) If the USB interface is operated in High Speed mode (480MHz),
it is recommended to take special care routing the data lines USB_DP and
USB_DN. Application layout should in this case implement a differential
impedance of90 ohms for proper signal integrity.
Figure 2: USB circuit
To properly connect the module’s USB interface to the external application, a USB 2.0 compatible connector and cable or hardware design is required. For more information on the USB related signals see Table 3. Furthermore, the USB modem driver distributed with PLS83-X needs to be installed.
1. The specification is ready for download on http://www.usb.org/developers/docs/
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While a USB connection is active, the module will never switch to SLEEP mode. Only if the USB interface is in Suspend mode, the module is able to switch to SLEEP mode.
2.1.2 Serial Interface ASC0
PLS83-X offers an 8-wire unbalanced, asynchronous modem interface ASC0
conforming to ITU-T V.24 protocol DCE signaling. The electrical
characteristics do not comply with ITU-T V.28. The significant levels are 0V
(for low data bit or active state) and 1.8V (for high data bit or inactive
state). For electrical characteristics please refer to Table 3.
PLS83-X is designed for use as a DCE. Based on the conventions for DCE-DTE
connections it communicates with the customer application (DTE) using the
following signals: · Port TXD @ application sends data to the module’s TXD0
signal line · Port RXD @ application receives data from the module’s RXD0
signal line
Figure 3: Serial interface ASC0
Features: · Includes the data lines TXD0 and RXD0, the status lines RTS0 and
CTS0 and, in addition,
the modem control lines DTR0, DSR0, DCD0 and RING0. · The RING0 signal serves
to indicate incoming calls and other types of URCs (Unsolicited
Result Code). It can also be used to send pulses to the host application, for
example to wake up the application from power saving state. · Configured for 8
data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit. · ASC0 can be operated at fixed bit rates
from 300bps up to 921600bps. · Supports RTS0/CTS0 hardware flow control. The
hardware hand shake line RTS0 has an internal pull down resistor causing a low
level signal, if the line is not used and open. Although hardware flow control
is recommended, this allows communication by using only RXD and TXD lines.
Note: The ASC0 modem control lines DTR0, DCD0, DSR0 and RING0 can also be
configured as GPIO lines. If configured as GPIO lines, these GPIO lines are
assigned as follows:
GPIO1–>DTR0 GPIO2–>DCD0 GPIO3–>DSR0 GPIO24–>RING0
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Configuration is done by AT command (see [1]). The configuration is non- volatile and becomes active after a module restart. Notes: No data must be sent over the ASC0 interface before the interface is active and ready to receive data (see Section 3.1.1).
2.1.3 Serial Interface ASC1
Four PLS83-X GPIO lines can be configured as ASC1 interface signals to provide
a 4-wire unbalanced, asynchronous modem interface ASC1 conforming to ITU-T
V.24 protocol DCE signalling. The electrical characteristics do not comply
with ITU-T V.28. The significant levels are 0V (for low data bit or active
state) and 1.8V (for high data bit or inactive state). For electrical
characteristics please refer to Table 3.
PLS83-X is designed for use as a DCE. Based on the conventions for DCE-DTE
connections it communicates with the customer application (DTE) using the
following signals: · Port TXD @ application sends data to module’s TXD1 signal
line · Port RXD @ application receives data from the module’s RXD1 signal line
Figure 4: Serial interface ASC1
Features · Includes only the data lines TXD1 and RXD1 plus RTS1 and CTS1 for
hardware hand-
shake. · On ASC1 no RING line is available. · Configured for 8 data bits, no
parity and 1 or 2 stop bits. · ASC1 can be operated at fixed bit rates from
300 bps to 921,600bps and 3Mbps · Supports RTS1/CTS1 hardware flow. The
hardware hand shake line RTS0 has an internal
pull down resistor causing a low level signal, if the line is not used and
open. Although hardware flow control is recommended, this allows communication
by using only RXD and TXD lines. Notes: The ASC1 interface lines are
originally available as GPIO lines. If configured as ASC1 lines, the GPIO
lines are assigned as follows:
GPIO16–>RXD1 GPIO17–>TXD1 GPIO18–>RTS1 GPIO19–>CTS1
Configuration is done by AT command (see [1]). The configuration is non-
volatile and becomes active after a module restart.
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2.1.4 UICC/SIM/USIM Interface
PLS83-X has two UICC/SIM/USIM interfaces (includes eSIM interface) compatible with the 3GPP 31.102 and ETSI 102 221. These are wired to the host interface in order to be connected to an external SIM card holder. Five pads on the SMT application interface are reserved for each of the two SIM interfaces.
The UICC/SIM/USIM interface supports 3V and 1.8V SIM cards. Please refer to Table 1 for electrical specifications of the UICC/SIM/USIM interface lines depending on whether a 3V or 1.8V SIM card is used.
The CCINx signal serves to detect whether a tray (with SIM card) is present in the card holder. Using the CCINx signal is mandatory for compliance with the GSM 11.11 recommendation if the mechanical design of the host application allows the user to remove the SIM card during operation.
Table 1: Signals of the SIM interface (SMT application interface)
Signal Description
GND
Ground connection for SIM interfaces. Optionally a separate SIM ground line using e.g., pad N11, may be used to improve EMC.
CCCLK1 Chipcard clock lines for 1st and 2nd SIM interface. CCCLK2
CCVCC1 SIM supply voltage lines for 1st and 2nd SIM interface. CCVCC2
CCIO1 CCIO2
Serial data lines for 1st and 2nd SIM interface, input and output.
CCRST1 Chipcard reset lines for 1st and 2nd SIM interface. CCRST2
CCIN1 CCIN2
Input on the baseband processor for detecting a SIM card tray in the holder. If the SIM is removed during operation the SIM interface is shut down immediately to prevent destruction of the SIM. The CCINx signal is active low. The CCINx signal is mandatory for applications that allow the user to remove the SIM card during operation. The CCINx signal is solely intended for use with a SIM card. It must not be used for any other purposes. Failure to comply with this requirement may invalidate the type approval of PLS83-X.
Note: No guarantee can be given, nor any liability accepted, if loss of data
is encountered after removing the SIM card during operation. Also, no
guarantee can be given for properly initializing any SIM card that the user
inserts after having removed the SIM card during operation. In this case, the
application must restart PLS83-X.
By default, only the module’s 1st SIM interface is available and can be used.
The usage of the module’s 2nd SIM interface has to be configured by AT
command.
As an alternative to connecting the module’s two SIM interfaces and switching
between these via AT command, it is possible to connect the first of the
module’s SIM interfaces via an external SIM switch that in turn provides
access to a further SIM interface. For details see Section 2.1.4.1.
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Module
1st SIM interface
SIM1
2nd SIM interface
SIM2
Figure 5: Module’s two UICC/SIM/USIM interfaces
.
Figure 6: UICC/SIM/USIM interfaces connected
The total cable length between the SMT application interface pads on PLS83-X
and the pads of the external SIM card holder must not exceed 100mm in order to
meet the specifications of 3GPP TS 51.010-1 and to satisfy the requirements of
EMC compliance.
To avoid possible cross-talk from the CCCLKx signal to the CCIOx signal be
careful that both lines are not placed closely next to each other. A useful
approach is using the GND line to shield the CCIOx line from the CCCLKx line.
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2.1.4.1 SIM_SWITCH Line
As an alternative to connecting the module’s two SIM interfaces and switching
between these interfaces by means of AT command, it is possible to connect the
first of the module’s SIM interfaces via an external SIM switch that in turn
provides access to a further SIM interface.
Module
1st SIM interface
GPIO26/ SIM_SWITCH
SIM1A Switch
SIM1B
Figure 7: External UICC/SIM/USIM switch
The module’s GPIO26 line can in this case be configured as SIM_SWITCH line in
order to control the external SIM switch as shown in the sample circuit in
Figure 8. A low state would then indicate the usage of the first SIM interface
(SIM1A), a high state would indicate the usage of the second interface
(SIM1B).
The configuration of the SIM_SWITCH (GPIO26) line is done via AT command, is non-volatile, and available after the next module restart.
External Application
Module
SIM1A
ESD protection
Sim Switch IF1
COMMON
VSIM1 CCCLK1 CCIO1 CCRST1
ESD protection
IF2 SIMSELECT
F SA256 7
SIM1B
VBAT 10k
22k 100k
SIM_ SWITCH
CCIN1
Figure 8: Sample circuit for SIM interface connection via SIM switch
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2.1.5 GPIO Interface
The following table shows the configuration variants for the GPIO pads. All variants are mutually exclusive, i.e. a pad configured for instance as Status LED is locked for alternative usage.
Table 2: GPIO lines and possible alternative assignment
GPIO
Fast
Status LED
Shutdown
ASC0
GPIO1
DTR0
GPIO2
DCD0
GPIO3
DSR0
GPIO4
FST_SHDN
GPIO5
Status LED
GPIO6
GPIO7
GPIO8
GPIO11
GPIO12
GPIO13
GPIO14
GPIO15
GPIO16
GPIO17
GPIO18
GPIO19
GPIO20
GPIO21
GPIO24
RING0
GPIO25
GPIO26
ASC1
RXD1 TXD1 RTS1 CTS1
SIM
DAI
SWITCH
DOUT DIN
SIM_SWITCH
2.1.6 Digital Audio Interface
PLS83-X supports one digital audio interface that can be deployed as PCM.
Inter_IC Sound (I2S) interface is under development.
2.1.6.1 Pulse Code Modulation Interface
PLS83-X’s PCM interface can be used to connect audio devices capable of pulse
code modulation. The PCM functionality is limited to the use of wideband codec
with 16kHz sample rate only. The PCM interface runs at 16kHz sample rate
(62.5s frame length), while the signal processing maintains this rate in a
wideband AMR call or samples automatically down
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to 8kHz in a narrowband call. Therefore, the PCM sample rate is independent of the audio bandwidth of the call.
The PCM interface has the following characteristics: · Master mode · Long frame synchronization · 16kHz/8kHz sample rate · 512 kHz bit clock at 16kHz sample rate · 256 kHz bit clock at 8kHz sample rate Table 3 lists the available PCM interface signals.
Table 3: Overview of PCM pin functions
Signal name
Signal direction master
Description
DOUT
O
PCM Data from PLS83-X to external codec.
DIN
I
PCM Data from external codec to PLS83-X.
FSC
O
Frame synchronization signal to external codec.
BCLK
O
Bit clock to external codec. Note: If the BCLK2 signal is permanently provided
(AT^SAIC parameter
MCLK
–
Audio master clock. Be synchronous to BCLK to use in external codec. Can be switched on and off.
Note: PCM data is always formatted as 16-bit uncompressed two’s complement. Also, all PCM data and frame synchronization signals are written to the PCM bus on the rising clock edge and read on the falling edge.
2.1.6.2 Inter-IC Sound Interface (TBD)
The I2S Interface is a standardized bidirectio zonal I2S based digital audio
interface for transmission of mono voice signals for telephony services. The
I2S properties and capabilities comply with the requirements lay out in the
Phillips I2S Bus Specifications, revised June 5, 1996.
The I2S interface has the following characteristics: · Bit clock mode: Master
· Sampling rate: 8kHz (narrowband), 16kHz (wideband) · 256kHz bit clock at
8kHz sample rate · 512kHz bit clock at 16kHz sample rate
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Table 4 lists the available I2S interface signals
Table 4: Overview of I2S pin functions
Signal name on SMT application interface
Signal configuration inactive
DOUT
PD
Signal direction Master
O
DIN
PD
I
FSC
PD
O
BCLK
PU
O
Description
I2S data from PLS83-X to external codec I2S data from external codec to
PLS83-X
Frame synchronization signal to/ from external codec Word alignment (WS)
Bit clock to external codec. BCLK signal low/high time varies between 45% and
55% of its clock period.
2.1.7 Control Signals
2.1.7.1 Status LED
The GPIO5 interface line can be configured to drive a status LED that
indicates different operating mode (for GPIOs see 2.1.5). GPIO and LED
functionality are mutually exclusive.
To take advantage of this function connect an LED to the GPIO5/STATUS line as
shown in Figure 9
R1 STATUS
R2
VCC LED R3
GND GND Figure 9: Status signaling with LED driver
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2.1.7.2 Power Indication
The power indication signal PWR_IND notifies the on/off state of the module.
High state of PWR_IND indicates that the module is switched off. The state of
PWR_IND immediately changes to low when IGT is pulled low. For state detection
an external pull-up resistor is required.
Module
e.g. BATT+
SMT interface
Power supply On/Off
(open drain driver)
PWR_IND
Figure 10: Power indication signal
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2.2
RF Antenna Interface
The PLS83-X GSM/UMTS/LTE antenna interface comprises a GSM/UMTS/LTE main
antenna as well as a UMTS/LTE Rx diversity antenna to improve signal
reliability and quality1. The RF
interface has an impedance of 50. PLS83-X is capable of sustaining a total
mismatch at the antenna line without any damage, even when transmitting at
maximum RF power.
The external antenna must be matched properly to achieve best performance regarding radiated power, modulation accuracy and harmonic suppression. Antenna matching networks are not included on the PLS83-X module and should be placed in the host application if the antenna does not have an impedance of 50.
Regarding the return loss PLS83-X provides the following values in the active band:
Table 5: Return loss in the active band
State of module Return loss of module
Receive
8dB
Transmit
not applicable
Recommended return loss of application > 12dB > 12dB
1. By delivery default the UMTS/LTE Rx diversity antenna is configured as available for the module since its usage is mandatory for LTE. Please refer to [1] for details on how to configure antenna settings.
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2.2.1 Antenna Installation
The antenna is connected by soldering the antenna pads (ANT_MAIN, ANT_DRX and
ANT_GNSS) and their neighboring ground pads directly to the application’s PCB.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 P
N
M
L
GND
K ANT_
MAIN
J
GND
H
G
F
GND
E ANT_
GNSS
D
GND
C
B
A
GND ANT_ GND
DRX
Figure 11: Antenna pads (bottom view)
The distance between the antenna pads and their neighboring GND pads has been
optimized for best possible impedance. To prevent mismatch, special attention
should be paid to these pads on the application’ PCB.
The wiring of the antenna connection, starting from the antenna pad to the
application’s antenna should result in a 50 line impedance. Line width and
distance to the GND plane need to be optimized with regard to the PCB’s layer
stack. Some examples are given in Section 2.2.2.
To prevent receiver desensitization due to interferences generated by fast
transients like high speed clocks on the external application PCB, it is
recommended to realize the antenna connection line using embedded Stripline
rather than Micro-Stripline technology. Please see Section 2.2.2 for examples
of how to design the antenna connection in order to achieve the required 50
line impedance.
For type approval purposes, the use of a 50 coaxial antenna connector
(U.FL-R-SMT) might be necessary. In this case the U.FL-R-SMT connector should
be placed as close as possible to PLS83-X`s antenna pad.
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2.2.2.1 Line Arrangement Examples
Several dedicated tools are available to calculate line arrangements for
specific applications and PCB materials – for example from
http://www.polarinstruments.com/ (commercial software) or from
http:www.awr.com/awr-software/options/tx-line/ (free software).
Embedded Stripline This figure below shows a line arrangement example for embedded stripline with 65µm FR4 prepreg (type: 1080) and 710µm FR4 core (4-layer PCB).
Figure 12: Embedded Stripline with 65µm prepreg (1080) and 710µm core
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Micro-Stripline This section gives two line arrangement examples for micro-
stripline.
· Micro-Stripline on 1.0mm Standard FR4 2-Layer PCB The following two figures
show examples with different values for D1 (ground strip separation).
Application board Ground line Antenna line
Ground line Figure 13: Micro-Stripline on 1.0mm standard FR4 2-layer PCB –
example 1
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Application board Ground line Antenna line
Ground line Figure 14: Micro-Stripline on 1.0mm Standard FR4 PCB – example 2
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· Micro-Stripline on 1.5mm Standard FR4 2-Layer PCB The following two figures show examples with different values for D1 (ground strip separation).
Application board Ground line Antenna line
Ground line Figure 15: Micro-Stripline on 1.5mm Standard FR4 PCB – example 1
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Application board Ground line Antenna line
Ground line Figure 16: Micro-Stripline on 1.5mm Standard FR4 PCB – example 2
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2.2.2.2 Routing Example
Interface to RF Connector Figure 17 shows a sample connection of a modules antenna pad at the bottom layer of the module PCB with an application PCBs
coaxial antenna connector. Line impedance depends on line width, but also on
other PCB characteristics like dielectric, height and layer gap. The sample
stripline width of 0.33mm is recommended for an application with a PCB layer
stack resembling the one of the PLS83-X evaluation board shown in Figure 18.
For different layer stacks the stripline width will have to be adapted
accordingly.
G N D
e.g. ANT_ MAIN
G N D
Stripline (50 ohms) on top layer of evaluation board from antenna pad to
module edge
Width = 0.33 mm
Ground connection
Edge of module PCB
G N D
G N D
50 ohms microstrip line
E.g., U.FL antenna connector
Figure 17: Routing to application`s RF connector
Figure 18: PLS83-X evaluation board layer table
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2.3
GNSS Antenna Interface
In addition to the RF antenna interface PLS83-X also has a GNSS antenna interface. The GNSS pad’s shape is the same as for the RF antenna interface (see Section 2.2.1).
It is possible to connect active or passive GNSS antennas. In either case they must have 50 impedance. The simultaneous operation of GSM/UMTS/LTE and GNSS is implemented.
PLS83-X provides the signal VGNSS to enable an active GNSS antenna power supply. Figure 19 shows the flexibility in realizing the power supply for an active GNSS antenna by giving a sample circuit realizing the supply voltage for an active GNSS antenna.
Module
GNSS Receiver
Antenna Matching
Application:
ANT_GNSS
RF DC
ANT_GNSS_DC
DC
LNA Active GNSS Antenna
BATT+
VGNSS (3.2V)
VGNSS
IN OUT
EN LDO
LP3985IM5-3.2
Rs Is
1R0
Rv
100
–
Io
Current Sensor FAN4010
ADCx_IN
Si1023X_1
10k
Io
Rg
Ug
3k3
1u 10k
ESD Protection
Si1023X_2
Figure 19: Supply voltage for active GNSS antenna
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Figure 20 shows a sample circuit realizing ESD protection for a passive GNSS antenna. Connecting the input ANT_GNSS_DC to GND prevents ESD from coupling into the module.
Module
SMT interface
VGNSS
Not used
100nF
22p+ 100n
ANT_GNSS_DC
10nH
ANT_GNSS To GNSS receiver
(Optional)
ESD 0R protection
Passive GNSS antenna
Figure 20: ESD protection for passive GNSS antenna
2.3.1 GNSS Antenna Diagnostic
GNSS antenna diagnosis does require an external detection circuit. The antenna DC supply current can be measured via ADCx_IN. The ADCx_IN input voltage (Ug) may be generated by a sample circuit shown in Figure 19. The circuit allows to check the presence and the connection status of an active GNSS antenna. Passive GNSS antennas cannot be detected. Therefore, GNSS antenna detection is only available in active GNSS antenna mode. This mode is configured by the AT command: AT^SGPSC (for details see [1])
Having enabled the active GNSS antenna mode the presence and connection status of an active GNSS antenna can be checked using the AT command AT^SRADC to monitor ADCx_IN. The following table lists sample current ranges for possible antenna states as well as sample voltage ranges as possible decision thresholds to distinguish between the antenna connection states. Please refer to [1] for more information on the command AT^SRADC.
Table 6: Sample ranges of the GNSS antenna diagnostic measurements and their possible meaning
Antenna connection status
Current ranges (IS)1 Voltage ranges (UG)
Antenna not connected
<1.4mA
Decision threshold
59mV ±20%
Antenna connected Decision threshold
2.2mA…20mA
825mV ±20%
Antenna short circuited to ground
30mA
GNSS antenna detection is not possible because -GNSS antenna power supply is switched off.
1. Please note that the mA ranges 1.4mA…2.2mA and 20mA…30mAare tolerance ranges. The decision threshold should be defined within these ranges.
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3.1
Power Supply
PLS83-X needs to be connected to a power supply at the SMT application
interface – 4 lines BATT+, and GND. There are two separate voltage domains for
BATT+: · BATT+BB with two lines for the general power management. · BATT+RF
with two lines for the RF.
Please note that throughout the document BATT+ refers to both voltage domains
and power supply lines – BATT+BB and BATT+RF.
The main power supply from an external application has to be a single voltage
source and has to be expanded to sub paths (star structure). 150µF capacitors
should be placed as close as possible to the BATT+ pads. Figure 21 shows a
sample circuit for decoupling capacitors for BATT+.
Module
SMT interface
BATT+BB
2
BATT+RF
2
150F low ESR capacitors
BATT+ GND
Figure 21: Decoupling capacitor(s) for BATT+
The power supply of PLS83-X must be able to provide the peak current during
the uplink transmission.
All the key functions for supplying power to the device are handled by the
power management section of the analog controller. This IC provides the
following features:
· Stabilizes the supply voltages for the baseband using low drop linear
voltage regulators and DC-DC step down switching regulators.
· Switches the module’s power voltages for the power-up and -down procedures.
· SIM switch to provide SIM power supply.
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Mechanical Dimensions, Mounting and Packaging
4.1
Mechanical Dimensions of PLS83-X
Figure 22 shows the top and bottom view of PLS83-X and provides an overview of the board’s mechanical dimensions. For further details see Figure 22.
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Top view
Bottom View
Figure 22: PLS83-X top and bottom view for X variant
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Figure 23: Dimensions of (all dimensions in mm)
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Figure 25: Dimensions of PLS83-X (keepout area recommended)
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Regulatory and Type Approval Information
5.1
Directives and Standards
PLS83-X is designed to comply with the directives and standards listed below.
It is the responsibility of the application manufacturer to ensure compliance
of the final product
with all provisions of the applicable directives and standards as well as with
the technical specifications provided in the “PLS83-X Hardware Interface
Description”.1
Table 7: Standards of North American type approval
CFR Title 47
Code of Federal Regulations, Part 22, Part 24; US Equipment Authorization FCC
OET Bulletin 65 (Edition 97-01)
Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields
UL 60 950-1
Product Safety Certification (Safety requirements)
NAPRD.03 V6.1
RSS132 (Issue2) RSS133 (Issue5)
Overview of PCS Type certification review board Mobile Equipment Type
Certification and IMEI control PCS Type Certification Review board (PTCRB)
Canadian Standard
Table 8: Requirements of quality
IEC 60068
Environmental testing
DIN EN 60529
IP codes
EN 62311:2008
Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human exposure restrictions for electromagnetic fields (0 Hz – 300 GHz)
1. Manufacturers of applications which can be used in the US shall ensure that their applications have a PTCRB approval. For this purpose they can refer to the PTCRB approval of the respective module.
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5.2
SAR requirements specific to portable mobiles
Mobile phones, PDAs or other portable transmitters and receivers incorporating a GSM/UMTS module must be in accordance with the guidelines for human exposure to radio frequency energy. This requires the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) of portable PLS83-X based applications to be evaluated and approved for compliance with national and/or international regulations.
Since the SAR value varies significantly with the individual product design manufacturers are advised to submit their product for approval if designed for portable use. For European/US/Australian-markets the relevant directives are mentioned below. It is the responsibility of the manufacturer of the final product to verify whether or not further standards, recommendations or directives are in force outside these areas.
Products intended for sale on US markets
ES 59005/ANSI C95.1 Considerations for evaluation of human exposure to Electromagnetic Fields (EMFs) from Mobile Telecommunication Equipment (MTE) in the frequency range 30MHz – 6GHz
Please note that SAR requirements are specific only for portable devices and
not for mobile devices as defined below: · Portable device:
A portable device is defined as a transmitting device designed to be used so
that the radiating structure(s) of the device is/are within 20 centimeters of
the body of the user. · Mobile device: A mobile device is defined as a
transmitting device designed to be used in other than fixed locations and to
generally be used in such a way that a separation distance of at least 20
centimeters is normally maintained between the transmitter’s radiating
structure(s) and the body of the user or nearby persons. In this context, the
term ”fixed location” means that the device is physically secured at one
location and is not able to be easily moved to another location.
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5.3
Reference Equipment for Type Approval
The Thales reference setup submitted to type approve PLS83-X (including a special approval adapter for the DSB75) is shown in the following figure1:
PC
Power Supply
LTE / GPRS / UMTS Base Station
USB
ASC0 DSB75
AH6-Adapter
SIM Card SMA SMA SMA USB
Eval_Board PLSx3
Diversity Antenna
Main Antenna
Eval_Board PLSx3
Figure 26: Reference equipment for Type Approval
1. For RF performance tests a mini-SMT/U.FL to SMA adapter with attached 6dB coaxial attenuator is chosen to connect the evaluation module directly to the GSM/UMTS test equipment instead of employing the SMA antenna connectors on the PLS83-X-DSB75 adapter as shown in Figure 26. The following products are recommended: Hirose SMA-Jack/U.FL-Plug conversion adapter HRMJ-U.FLP(40) (for details see http://www.hirose-connectors.com/ or http://www.farnell.com/ Aeroflex Weinschel Fixed Coaxial Attenuator Model 3T/4T (for details see http://www.aeroflex.com/ams/weinschel/pdfiles/wmod3&4T.pdf)
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5.4
Compliance with FCC/IC/ISED Rules and Regulations
The Equipment Authorization Certification for the Thales reference application described in Section 5.3 will be registered under the following identifiers:
FCC Identifier: QIPPLS83-X ISED Certification Number: 7830A-PLS83X Granted to THALES DIS AIS Deutschland GmbH
Manufacturers of mobile or fixed devices incorporating PLS83-X modules are authorized to use the FCC Grants and ISED Certificates of the PLS83-X modules for their own final products according to the conditions referenced in these documents. In this case, an FCC/IC label of the module shall be visible from the outside, or the host device shall bear a second label stating “Contains FCC ID: QIPPLS83-X”, and accordingly “Contains IC: 7830A-PLS83X”. The integration is limited to fixed or mobile categorized host devices, where a separation distance between the antenna and any person of min. 20cm can be assured during normal operating conditions.
For moble and fixed operation configurations the antenna gain, including cable loss, must not exceed the limits listed in the following Table 10 for FCC and ISED
Table 10: Antenna gain limits for FCC and ISED
Operation band
FCC limit
Maximum gain in WCDMA Band 2
8.01
Maximum gain in WCDMA Band 4
5.00
Maximum gain in WCDMA Band 5
9.40
Maximum gain in LTE Band 2
8.01
Maximum gain in LTE Band 4
5.00
Maximum gain in LTE Band 5
9.40
Maximum gain in LTE Band 12
8.70
Maximum gain in LTE Band 13
9.16
Maximum gain in LTE Band 14
9.23
Maximum gain in LTE Band 25
8.01
Maximum gain in LTE Band 26
9.30
Maximum gain in LTE Band 66
5.00
Maximum gain in LTE Band 71
8.48
ISED limit
Unit
8.01
dBi
5.00
dBi
6.10
dBi
8.01
dBi
5.00
dBi
6.10
dBi
5.61
dBi
5.93
dBi
N.A.
dBi
8.01
dBi
6.10
dBi
5.00
dBi
5.45
dBi
IMPORTANT: Manufacturers of portable applications incorporating PLS83-X
modules are required to have their final product certified and apply for their
own FCC Grant related to the specific portable mobile. This is mandatory to
meet the SAR requirements for portable mobiles (see Section 5.2 for detail).
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital
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device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase
the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment
into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
FCC Part 15.19 Warning Statement
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO
THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.
If Canadian approval is requested for devices incorporating PLS83-X modules
the below notes will have to be provided in the English and French language in
the final user documentation. Manufacturers/OEM Integrators must ensure that
the final user documentation does not contain any information on how to
install or remove the module from the final product.
Notes (IC): (EN) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003 and RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
(FR) Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux normes canadiennes
ICES-003 et RSS-210. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions
suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer d’interférence et (2) cet
appareil doit accepter toute interférence, notamment les interférences qui
peuvent affecter son fonctionnement.
(EN) Radio frequency (RF) Exposure Information The radiated output power of
the Wireless Device is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio frequency exposure
limits. The Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the
potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. This device
has also been evaluated and shown compliant with the IC RF Exposure limits
under mobile exposure conditions. (antennas at least 20cm from a persons body). (FR) Informations concernant l’exposltion aux fréquences radio (RF) La puissance de sortie émise par l’appareil de sans fiI est inférieure à la limite d’exposition aux fréquences radio dIndustry Canada (IC). Utilisez
l’appareil de sans fil de façon à minimiser les contacts humains lors du
fonctionnement normal.
Ce périphérique a également été évalué et démontré conforme aux limites
d’exposition aux RF d’IC dans des conditions d’exposition à des appareils
mobiles (les antennes se situent à moins de 20cm du corps d’une personne).
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6.1
Revision History
New document: “Cinterion® PLS83-X Hardware Interface Overview” Version 00.860
Chapter —
What is new Initial document setup.
6.2
Related Documents
[1] PLS83-X AT Command Set [2] PLS83-X Release Note [3] Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0, April 27, 2000 [4] Application Note 48: SMT Module Integration [5] Differences between Selected Cinterion® Modules, Hardware Migration Guide
6.3
Terms and Abbreviations
Abbreviation ADC AGC ANSI ARFCN ARP ASC0/ASC1
B BER BIP BTS CB or CBM CE CHAP CPU CS CSD CTS DAC dBm0
Description Analog-to-digital converter Automatic Gain Control American National Standards Institute Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number Antenna Reference Point Asynchronous Controller. Abbreviations used for first and second serial interface of PLS83-X Thermistor Constant Bit Error Rate Bearer Independent Protocol Base Transceiver Station Cell Broadcast Message Conformité Européene (European Conformity) Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol Central Processing Unit Coding Scheme Circuit Switched Data Clear to Send Digital-to-Analog Converter Digital level, 3.14dBm0 corresponds to full scale, see ITU G.711, A-law
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Abbreviation DCE DRX DSB DSP DSR DTR DTX EFR EIRP EMC ERP ESD ETS ETSI FCC FDMA FR GMSK GPIO HiZ HR I/O IC IMEI ISO ITU kbps LED Li-Ion/Li+ Li battery LPM Mbps MMI MO MS MSISDN MT
Description Data Communication Equipment (typically modems, e.g. Thales module) Discontinuous Reception Development Support Box Digital Signal Processor Data Set Ready Data Terminal Ready Discontinuous Transmission Enhanced Full Rate Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power Electromagnetic Compatibility Effective Radiated Power Electrostatic Discharge European Telecommunication Standard European Telecommunication Standards Institute Federal Communications Commission (U.S.) Frequency Division Multiple Access Full Rate Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying General Purpose Input/Output High Impedance Half Rate Input/Output Integrated Circuit International Mobile Equipment Identity International Standards Organization International Telecommunications Union kbits per second Light Emitting Diode Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Lithium Ion or Lithium Polymer battery Link Power Management Mbits per second Man Machine Interface Mobile Originated Mobile Station ( module), also referred to as TE Mobile Station International ISDN number Mobile Terminated
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Abbreviation NTC OEM PA PAP PBCCH PCB PCL PDU PLL PPP PSK PSU PWM R&TTE RAM RF
RLS RMS RoHS
ROM RTC RTS Rx SAR SAW SELV SIM SMD SMS SMT SPI SRAM TA TDMA TE TLS Tx
Description Negative Temperature Coefficient Original Equipment Manufacturer Power Amplifier Password Authentication Protocol Packet Switched Broadcast Control Channel Printed Circuit Board Power Control Level Protocol Data Unit Phase Locked Loop Point-to-point protocol Phase Shift Keying Power Supply Unit Pulse Width Modulation Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment Random Access Memory Radio Frequency Radio Link Stability Root Mean Square (value) Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. Read-only Memory Real Time Clock Request to Send Receive Direction Specific Absorption Rate Surface Accoustic Wave Safety Extra Low Voltage Subscriber Identification Module Surface Mount Device Short Message Service Surface Mount Technology Serial Peripheral Interface Static Random Access Memory Terminal adapter (e.g. module) Time Division Multiple Access Terminal Equipment, also referred to as DTE Transport Layer Security Transmit Direction
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Abbreviation UART URC USSD VSWR
Description Universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter Unsolicited Result Code Unstructured Supplementary Service Data Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
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6.4
Safety Precaution Notes
The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, usage, service or repair of any cellular terminal or mobile incorporating PLS83-X. Manufacturers of the cellular terminal are advised to convey the following safety information to users and operating personnel and to incorporate these guidelines into all manuals supplied with the product. Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the product. Thales assumes no liability for customer’s failure to comply with these precautions.
When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on
the use of mobiles. Switch the cellular terminal or mobile off, if instructed
to do so by the guidelines posted in sensitive areas. Medical equipment may be
sensitive to RF energy. The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted
medical equipment and hearing aids can be affected by interference from
cellular terminals or mobiles placed close to the device. If in doubt about
potential danger, contact the physician or the manufacturer of the device to
verify that the equipment is properly shielded. Pacemaker patients are advised
to keep their hand-held mobile away from the pacemaker, while it is on.
Switch off the cellular terminal or mobile before boarding an aircraft. Make
sure it cannot be switched on inadvertently. The operation of wireless
appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference with
communications systems. Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the
suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or
both.
Do not operate the cellular terminal or mobile in the presence of flammable
gases or fumes. Switch off the cellular terminal when you are near petrol
stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or where blasting operations are in
progress. Operation of any electrical equipment in potentially explosive
atmospheres can constitute a safety hazard.
Your cellular terminal or mobile receives and transmits radio frequency energy
while switched on. Remember that interference can occur if it is used close to
TV sets, radios, computers or inadequately shielded equipment. Follow any
special regulations and always switch off the cellular terminal or mobile
wherever forbidden, or when you suspect that it may cause interference or
danger.
Road safety comes first! Do not use a hand-held cellular terminal or mobile
when driving a vehicle, unless it is securely mounted in a holder for
speakerphone operation. Before making a call with a hand-held terminal or
mobile, park the vehicle. Speakerphones must be installed by qualified
personnel. Faulty installation or operation can constitute a safety hazard.
IMPORTANT! Cellular terminals or mobiles operate using radio signals and
cellular networks. Because of this, connection cannot be guaranteed at all
times under all conditions. Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any
wireless device for essential communications, for example emergency calls.
Remember, in order to make or receive calls, the cellular terminal or mobile
must be switched on and in a service area with adequate cellular signal
strength. Some networks do not allow for emergency calls if certain network
services or phone features are in use (e.g. lock functions, fixed dialing
etc.). You may need to deactivate those features before you can make an
emergency call. Some networks require that a valid SIM card be properly
inserted in the cellular terminal or mobile.
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Appendix
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7.1
List of Parts and Accessories
Table 11: List of parts and accessories
Description
Supplier
PLS83-X
Thales
PLS83-X Evaluation Module
DSB-mini
DSB75 Evaluation Kit
EVAL DSB Adapter for mounting PLSx3 evaluation modules onto DSB75
LGA DevKit
Thales Thales Thales Thales
Thales
Ordering information
Standard module Thales IMEI: Packaging unit (ordering) number:
L30960-N6510-A100 Module label number: S30960-S6510-A100-1
Ordering number: L30960-N6511-A100
Ordering number: L30960-N0030-A100
Ordering number: L36880-N8811-A100
Ordering number: L30960-N0100-A100
LGA DevKit consists of Cinterion® LGA DevKit L Base PCB: Ordering number:
L30960-N0112-A100 Cinterion® LGA DevKit Socket SML: Ordering number:
L30960-N0110-A100
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Table 12: Molex sales contacts (subject to change)
Molex For further information please click: http://www.molex.com
Molex Deutschland GmbH
American Headquarters
Otto-Hahn-Str. 1b
Lisle, Illinois 60532
69190 Walldorf
U.S.A.
Germany
Phone: +1-800-78MOLEX
Phone: +49-6227-3091-0
Fax: +1-630-969-1352
Fax: +49-6227-3091-8100
Email: mxgermany@molex.com
Molex China Distributors
Molex Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Beijing,
110, International Road
Room 1311, Tower B, COFCO Plaza Jurong Town,
No. 8, Jian Guo Men Nei Street, 100005 Singapore 629174
Beijing
P.R. China
Phone: +86-10-6526-9628
Phone: +65-6-268-6868
Fax: +86-10-6526-9730
Fax: +65-6-265-6044
Molex Japan Co. Ltd. 1-5-4 Fukami-Higashi, Yamato-City, Kanagawa, 242-8585
Japan
Phone: +81-46-265-2325 Fax: +81-46-265-2365
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