This manual is focussed on the embedded GSM/GPS-module of the
FALCOM A2D-JP series from FALCOM GmbH. It contains some
information about the FALCOM GSM module and the FALCOM
GPS-module based on the CONEXANT Zodiac 2000 chip set.
Information furnished herein by FALCOM GmbH is believed to
be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed for its use. Also the information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
Users are advised to proceed quickly to the „Security“ chapter
and read the hints carefully.
Figure 1: Drawing of A2D–JP
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12.1 max
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25.557.15
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5
Ø
1.7 tief
53.8±0.15
73.2±0.15
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(94.7)
Figure 2: Technical drawing of A2D–JP
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1.2Used abbreviations
AbbreviationMeaning
CTSClear To Send signal from Dent
DGPSDifferential GPS
DOPDilution of Precision
ECEFEarth-Centred Earth-Fixed Coordinate system
EEPROMMemory for parameter
ETSIEuropean Telecommunications Standards Institute
GSMGlobal System for Mobile communications
GPSGlobal Positioning System
GGAGPS Fixed Data
HDOPHorizontal DOP
IMEIInternational Mobile station Equipment Identity
MEMobile Equipment
NMEANational Maritime Electronics Association
PINPersonal Identification Number
PLMNPublic Land Mobile Network
PRNPseudorandom Noise Number–The Identity of GPS satellites
PUKPersonal Unblocking Key
RPReceive Protocol
RTCReal Time Clock
RTCMRadio Technical Commission for Maritime Services
RXDData input
RXQUALReceived Signal Quality
SIMSubscriber Identity Module
SMSShort Message Service
SMS/PPShort Message Service/Point-to-Point
SRAMStatic Random Access Memory
TATerminal Adapter
TETerminal Equipment
TPTransmit Protocol
TTFFTime To First Fix
TXDData output
Table 1: Abbreviations
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1.3Related documents
[1] ETSI GSM 07.05"Use of Data Terminal Equipment - Data Circuit terminating
Equipment interface for Short Message Service and Cell
Broadcast Service"
[2] ETSI GSM 07.07"AT command set for GSM Mobile Equipment"
[3] ITU-T V.25ter"Serial asynchronous automatic dialling and control"
http://
[4] Zodiac GPS receiver Family Designers' Guide
www.falcom.de/service/downloads
[5] GPS Chipset-Zodiac 2000
[6] Serial Data I/O Interfacesee chapter 5 of [4]
http://
www.falcom.de/service/downloads
1.4Alert symbols used
Alerts the user to potential safety risks.
!
Indicates important information and tips.
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2Security
IMPORTANT FOR THE EFFICIENT AND SAFE OPERATION OF
YOUR GSM–MODEM, READ THIS INFORMATION BEFORE
USE!
Your embedded GSM/GPS–modem is one of the most exciting and
innovative electronic products ever developed. With it you can stay
in contact with your office, your home, emergency services, and
others, wherever service is provided.
This chapter contains important information for the safe and reliable
use of the GPS receiver. Please read this chapter carefully before
starting to use the GPS receiver.
2.1General information
Your modem utilises the GSM standard for cellular technology. GSM
is a newer radio frequency („RF“) technology than the current FM
technology that has been used for radio communications for decades. The GSM standard has been established for use in the European community and elsewhere.
Your modem is actually a low power radio transmitter and receiver.
It sends out and receives radio frequency energy. When you use
your modem, the cellular system handling your calls controls both
the radio frequency and the power level of your cellular modem.
The Global Positioning System uses satellite navigation, an entirely
new concept in navigation. GPS has become established in many
areas, for example, in civil aviation or deep-sea shipping. It is making deep inroads in vehicle manufacturing, and long before everyone of us will use it in one way or another.
The GPS system is operated by the government of the United States
of America, which also has sole responsibility for the accuracy and
maintenance of the system. The system is constantly being improved and may entail modifications effecting the accuracy and performance of the GPS equipment.
2.2Exposure to RF energy
There has been some public concern about possible health effects
of using GSM modem. Although research on health effects from RF
energy has focused for many years on the current RF technology,
scientists have begun research regarding newer radio technologies,
such as GSM. After existing research had been reviewed, and after
compliance to all applicable safety standards had been tested, it has
been concluded that the product is fit for use.
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If you are concerned about exposure to RF energy there are things
you can do to minimise exposure. Obviously, limiting the duration of
your calls will reduce your exposure to RF energy. In addition, you
can reduce RF exposure by operating your cellular modem efficiently by following the guidelines below.
2.3Efficient modem operation
In order to operate your modem at the lowest power level, consistent
with satisfactory call quality please take note of the following hints.
If your modem has an extendible antenna, extend it fully. Some models allow you to place a call with the antenna retracted. However
your modem operates more efficiently with the antenna fully extended.
Do not hold the antenna when the modem is „IN USE“. Holding the
antenna affects call quality and may cause the modem to operate at
a higher power level than needed.
2.4Antenna care and replacement
Do not use the modem with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. Replace a damaged antenna immediately. Consult your manual to see
if you may change the antenna yourself. If so, use only a manufacturer-approved antenna. Otherwise, have your antenna repaired by
a qualified technician.
Use only the supplied or approved antenna. Unauthorised antennas, modifications or attachments could damage the modem and
may contravene local RF emission regulations or invalidate type approval.
Operate the GPS receiver with a connected antenna and make sure
that there is no obstruction between the receiver and the satellite.
Make absolutely sure that the antenna socket or antenna cable is
not shorted as this would render the GPS receiver dysfunctional.
Do not use the receiver with a damaged antenna. Replace a damaged antenna without delay. Use only a manufacturer-approved antenna. Use only the supplied or an approved antenna with your GPS
receiver. Antennas from other manufacturers which are not authorized by the supplier can damage the GPS receiver. Technical modifications and additions may contravene local radio-frequency emission regulations or invalidate the type approval.
Authorized GPS antennas:
FALCOM ANT 006 (active)
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2.5Driving
Check the laws and regulations on the use of cellular devices in the
area where you drive. Always obey them. Also, when using your modem while driving, please pay full attention to driving, pull off the
road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions
so require. When applications are prepared for mobile use they
should fulfil road-safety instructions of the current law!
2.6Electronic devices
Most electronic equipment, for example in hospitals and motor vehicles is shielded from RF energy. However RF energy may affect
some malfunctioning or improperly shielded electronic equipment.
2.7Vehicle electronic equipment
Check your vehicle manufacturer's representative to determine if
any on board electronic equipment is adequately shielded from RF
energy.
2.8Medical electronic equipment
Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices (such as
pacemakers, hearing aids, etc...) to determine if they are adequately
shielded from external RF energy.
Turn your modem OFF in health care facilities when any regulations
posted in the area instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using RF monitoring equipment.
2.9Aircraft
Turn your modem OFF before boarding any aircraft.
Use it on the ground only with crew permission.
Do not use it in the air.
To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to use your modem while the plane is on the
ground. To prevent interference with cellular systems, local RF regulations prohibit using your modem whilst airborne.
2.10Children
Do not allow children to play with your modem. It is not a toy. Children could hurt themselves or others (by poking themselves or
others in the eye with the antenna, for example). Children could damage the modem, or make calls that increase your modem bills.
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2.11Blasting areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your unit OFF
when in a "blasting area" or in areas posted : „turn off two-way radio“. Construction crew often use remote control RF devices to set
off explosives.
2.12Potentially explosive atmospheres
Turn your modem OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive
atmosphere. It is rare, but your modem or its accessories could generate sparks. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or
fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fuelling areas such as petrol stations; below decks on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such
as grain, dust, or metal powders.
Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives, in the
compartment of your vehicle which contains your modem or accessories.
Before using your modem in a vehicle powered by liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) ensure that the vehicle complies with the relevant fire and safety regulations of the country in
which the vehicle is to be used.
2.13Non-ionising radiation
As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment users are advised that for satisfactory operation and for the safety of personnel,
it is recommended that no part of the human body be allowed to
come too close to the antenna during operation of the equipment.
The radio equipment shall be connected to the antenna via a nonradiating 50Ohm coaxial cable.
The antenna shall be mounted in such a position that no part of the
human body will normally rest close to any part of the antenna. It is
also recommended to use the equipment not close to medical devices as for example hearing aids and pacemakers.
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3Safety standards
This GSM/GPS-modem complies with all applicable RF safety
standards.
The embedded GMS/GPS-modem meets the safety standards for
RF receivers and the standards and recommendations for the protection of public exposure to RF electromagnetic energy established
by government bodies and professional organizations, such as directives of the European Community, Directorate General V in matters of radio frequency electromagnetic energy.
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4Technical data
General specifications
Dimensions95 mm x 50 mm x 15 mm (B x W x H)
Weight60 g
Table 2: General specifications
Power supply
GPSVC3 3.3 V DC ±5 %
Max. 190 mA Operate
VBAT 3 V DC ±0,25 V
Max. 40 µA for „Keep Alive“
Preamp. Power 3,3 V DC – 6 V DC ±5 %
Max. 50 mA
GSMVC5 5,0 V DC ± 5 %
Average current (in mA at 5V nominal):
0,015
17*
30*
260*
350*
Table 3: Power supply
Operation-20 °C to +55 °C
Transportation-40 °C to +70 °C
Storage-25 °C to +70 °C
Table 4: Temperature limits
in OFF mode 2 (EN pulled to LOW, the internal regulator is switched
off)
in OFF mode 1 (AT+CPOF was issued and SOFT_ON was set to
LOW, the internal regulator is still working)
in idle mode (base station sends at -85 dBm)
in transmit mode at power level 7
in transmit mode at power level 5 (Maximum)
* Serial interface is applied and working.
Temperature limits
Interface specifications
Interface A60pin connector AMP 177984-2
Interface BGPS 50 Ω MCX female, for active 3 V GPS antenna
Interface CGSM 50 Ω, SMB male
Interface DSIM card reader for small SIM cards (3V)
Internal, for small SIM cards (3 V)
External, 10 … 15 cm maximum cable length
5.1.5RS 232
RS 232
2.8 VRX, TX, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, RI
300..115200Baud rates for serial link (2400 … 19200 with auto-bauding)
Table 10: RS 232
5.1.6Possible external devices
Audio
ΩΩΩΩ
2 K
differential
2 VMicrophone 1 bias voltage
0,5 mAMicrophone 1 input current
2 K
ΩΩΩΩ
differential
2 VMicrophone 2 bias voltage
0,5 mAMicrophone 2 input current
ΩΩΩΩ
> 50
(<1nF)
ΩΩΩΩ
> 50
(<1nF)
Table 11: Audio
Microphone 1 impedance
Microphone 2 impedance
Speaker 1 impedance
Speaker 2 impedance
5.2Special functionality pins
Table 6 and Tabl e7 show the pin-configuration of the AMP
177984-2.
In these tables CMOS means 2.8 V. You may use a 3 V or 3.3 V
CMOS level logic (never 5 V) on the 2.8 V I/O's. However, it is required to add serial resistance on all the lines you will use (typical value:
from 4.7 to 10 KΩ).
There are a few pins needed for the operation of the module. The
handling of that pins is described as follows.
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Pin 30 (EN)
This signal is an input of the internal voltage regulator.
Pull to LOW to switch the voltage regulator off (for minimum
❐
current consumption).
Pull to HIGH or leave the signal open if EN is not used.
❐
Pin 27 (GPIO 1 →→→→ Flash_LED)
This signal can be used to show the current status of the module:
If GPIO 1 is LOW then the module is off.
❐
If it is continuously HIGH then module is on, but not registered
❐
into a network.
If GPIO 1 is flashing in a 2sec period then the module is on and
❐
registered into a network.
If it flashes in a 1sec period then the module is on and a call is
❐
in progress (incoming or outgoing).
Figure 5: GPIO 1
GPIO 1 can be an input into a controller (here it needs to be driven
by an open collector circuit) or used together with a LED (see picture
below):
→→→→ Flash_LED
GPIO 1
R1
47K
VCC 3V
D1
LED
R2
330
Q1
NPN
Pin 35 (SIMPREK)
This signal needs to be driven by an open collector circuit. It is used
by the module's firmware to detect a SIM card exchange when the
module is online. A high to low transition means SIM card is inserted
and the module will be able to accept the AT+CPIN command. A low
to high transition means SIM card has been removed, the mo-dule
will de-register from the network and show the unsolicited error code
CME ERROR: 10.
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DVCC
10 K
SIMPRES
BC817
100 K
1 K
SIMPREK
Figure 6: Sample-application SIMPREK
Pin 16 (RESET GSM)
This signal needs to be driven by an external open collector circuit.
To issue a hardware reset pull the signal to LOW for a mini-
❐
mum of 100 ms.
Pull the signal to HIGH or leave it open for normal operation.
❐
Pin 11 (SOFT_ON)
This signal needs to be driven by an external open collector circuit.
For switching the module on (external power must be connec-
❐
ted!) set the SOFT_ON signal to HIGH for approx. 3 sec. The
signal can be left HIGH until module shall be switched off.
For switching the module off the commands AT+CPOF or
❐
AT+CFUN=0 have to be issued.
–If SOFT_ON is HIGH then only the RF part of the module
is off, but the AT command set is still working (AT+CFUN=1
can be used to wake up the RF part again) →→→→ the
Flash_LED stays HIGH.
–If SOFT_ON is LOW then the complete GSM engine goes
OFF →→→→ the Flash_LED goes LOW. Some small power consumption will be still there, use the EN pin to avoid that.
It is not recommended to switch the module on and off by means of
the power supply (e. g. by tying the SOFT_ON constantly to HIGH).
The module will so have no possibility to de-register correctly from
the network and this will cause problems at the next attempt to register.
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Pin 18 (VCCRTC)
This is the Pin for a +3 V DC back-up battery supply for the real-timeclock.
5.2.1Firmware download procedure
The download procedure will be documented together with the firmware release on the FALCOM homepage (http://www.falcom.de
).
5.2.2Resetting the GSM–module by AT+CFUN=1,1
If the GSM software is still running, while the user feels the need to
reset the module, AT+CFUN=1,1 can be used. This will de-register
the modem from the network and bring it into the state before the
PIN could be entered.
The Flash_LED pin will shortly toggle to OFF and back to ON again
to show the progress.
5.3GSM 07.05. and 07.07. commands
The GSM-modem of the FALCOM A2D-JP is controlled by an advanced set of AT-commands. In the following list there is a short
overview of these commands. For further information it is recommended to read the ETSI GSM recommendation or have a look at
the FALCOM A2(D) user manual which can be downloaded from the
homepage of FALCOM http://www.falcom.de/service/downloads
(document: a2dman.pdf).
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5.3.1General AT commands
CommandMeaningCommandMeaning
+++Switch to command mode when con-
nected
ATAAnswer callAT&D0Ignore DTR signal
ATDxDial data number „x“AT&D1At DTR-> OFF: Switches from data
ATDx;Dial voice number „x“AT&D2At DTR-> OFF: Clear down the call
ATE0Disable command echoAT&WStore current configuration
ATE1Enable command echoAT+IPRSelect the modem's data rate
ATHDisconnect existing connectionAT+IFCSelect the modem's local flow control
ATOReturn to data modeAT+VGRTune the receive gain
ATS0=nGo off-hook after n-th ringing signal
(n = „1“- „5“)
ATS0=0No automatic answering of callsAT+VTDDefine DTMF tone duration
ATZLoad stored profileAT+VTSSend DTMF tone
AT&C0DCD always ON
Table 12: General AT commands
AT&C1DCD matches state of the remote
modem's data carrier
to command mode
setting
AT+VGTTune the transmit gain
5.3.2SMS AT commands (GSM 07.05)
CommandMeaningCommandMeaning
AT+CSCAService centre addressAT+CMGRRead message
AT+CSCSSelect TE character setAT+CMGSSend message
AT+CSDHShow text mode parameterAT+CMGDDelete message
AT+CSMPSelect text mode parameterAT+CMGLList messages
AT+CBSTSelect the bearer typeAT+CPINEnter PIN and query blocks
AT+CCFCControl the call forwarding supple-
mentary service
AT+CCWAControl the call waiting supplemen-
tary service
AT+CFUNSelect the functionality level in the
modem
AT+CGMIDisplay manufacturer IDAT+CRCSelect call service report
AT+CGMMDisplay model IDAT+CLIPCalling line identification presenta-
AT+CGMRDisplay version of GSM moduleAT+CLIRControl the calling line identification
AT+CGSNDisplay serial number (IMEI)AT+COLPControl the connected line identifica-
AT+CLCKChange the PIN state or the call bar-
ring supplementary service
AT+CREGDisplay network registration statusAT+CMEEReport mobile equipment errors
AT+COPSCommands relating to network ope-
rator selection
AT+CPASDisplay the activity state of the
mobile
AT+CPWDChange PIN or the supplementary
password
AT+CSQDisplay signal quality information
AT+CRSelect connection service report
tion
presentation
tion presentation
AT+GCAPDisplay the complete capability list
AT+CEERExtend error report
Table 14: GSM AT commands
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6GPS receiver
6.1General
This description is focussed on the GPS receiver of the FALCOM
JP2 series from FALCOM GmbH. It contains some short information
about purpose and use of the GPS receiver. The GPS receiver is a
single-board 12 parallel channel receiver intended as a component
for OEM Products. The GPS receiver continuously tracks all satellites in view, thus providing accurate satellite position data. The highly
in-tegrated digital GPS receiver uses the Zodiac 2000 chip set compo-sed of two custom CONEXANT devices together with suitable
memory devices.
Please consult CONEXANT for special information about the GPS
Zodiac 2000 chip set.
Signal acquisition performance
Initial ERROR uncertaintiesmaximum
ephemeris
age
Satellite
acquisition state
Warm0,401007554
Initialised1,001007554
Cold2,30N/A*N/AN/AN/A
FrozenN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Table 15: Signal acquisition performance
TTFF 90 %
probable
(minutes)
position (km)velocity (m/sec)time (min.)hours
* Signal acquisition performance N/A = Not available
Accuracy
Position (meter)velocity
horizontal3-Dvertical
(meter/sec)
CEP(2 dRMS)
SA off255093780.1
SA on50100 (95 %)200 (95 %)173 (95 %)
Table 16: Accuracy
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6.2Product overview
The GPS receiver requires conditioned 3,3 V DC power and a GPS
signal from a passive or active antenna.
The 12 channel architecture provides rapid Time-To-First-Fix
(TTFF) under all start-up conditions. As long as visible satellites are
not obscured, acquisition is guaranteed under all initialisation conditions.
To minimise TTFF when main power is removed from the GPS receiver SRAM with external DC supply voltage and EEPROM are
used to archive RTC time and prior position data.
Communication with the GPS receiver is established through two
asynchronous serial I/O ports. The GPS receiver's primary serial
port outputs navigation data and accepts commands from OEM application in NMEA-0183 format or CONEXANT binary format.
The secondary port is configured to accept differential GPS (DGPS)
corrections in the RTCM SC-104 format.
6.2.1GPS receiver architecture
Figure 7: GPS receiver architecture
The functional architecture of the GPS receiver is shown in Figure 7.
The GPS receiver design is based on the Conexant Zodiac chip set,
the RF-Monopac and the Scorpio DSP, which contain the required
GPS functionality. The RF-Monopac contains all the RF down-conversion and amplification circuitry, and presents the In-Phase (I) and
Quadrature-Phase (Q) Intermediate.
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Frequency (IF) sampled data to the Scorpio device. The Scorpio device contains an integral microprocessor and all the required GPSspecific signal processing hardware. Memory and other external
supporting components configure the GPS receiver into a complete
navigation system.
6.2.2Product applications
Automotive applications
❐
Marine navigation applications
❐
Aviation applications
❐
Timing applications
❐
6.3Technical description
6.3.1General information
Since the GPS receiver determines its position by ranging signals
from four or more GPS satellites orbiting the Earth, its antenna must
have reasonable visibility of the sky.
Navigation modes
The GPS receiver supports three types of navigation mode operations.
Three dimensional navigation (3D): The GPS receiver
❐
defaults to 3-D navigation whenever at least four GPS satellites are being tracked In 3-D navigation, the GPS receiver computes latitude, longitude, altitude and time information from
satellites measurements.
Two dimension navigation (2D): When less than four GPS
❐
satellite signals are available or when a fixed value of altitude
can be used to produce an acceptable navigation solution, the
GPS receiver will enter the 2-D navigation mode. Forced operating in 2-D mode can be commanded by the OEM.
DGPS navigation: The GPS receiver processes DGPS cor-
❐
rections through its Auxiliary serial port. These corrections
must be compliant with the RTCM recommended standards
RTMC-104.
Satellites acquisition
The TTFF of the GPS receiver depends from start conditions.
Start condition means if old satellites data are available and how old
they are. The conditions are:
Warm start: results from an short (few minutes) interrupt by
❐
continuous navigation. Data are available in SRAM.
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❐Initialised start: is if last known position (in EEPROM) and
time are available. Satellite data validity has expired.
Cold start: means only almanac information is used.
❐
❐Frozen start: no valid internal data source available.
Built in test (BIT) mode
A BIT is available on command from the application software using
binary Message 1300. The BIT is used to provide a health status of
the GPS receiver functions. Results of the BIT are available in binary
Message 1100. A BIT command is possible in NMEA protocol, too.
Power modes and power sequencing requirements
The GPS receiver have three power modes: Off, Operate, and
„Keep-Alive“.
The Off mode assumes that neither main power is available.
In the Operate mode the GPS receiver's components are full supplied at 3,3 VDC. The M_RST control signal is at a "high" logic level.
From Operate mode, the GPS receiver will enter a "Keep Alive"
mode when supply voltage is available at the VBATT signal input
and VC3 voltage is removed. VBATT provides power for SRAM and
RTC.
6.3.2Hardware interface
The following paragraphs describe the basic functions allocated to
the various pins on the AMP interface connector. These functions
are divided into three groups: Configuration and timing signals, serial communication signals, and DC input signals.
6.3.2.1 Configuration and timing signals
Pin 55: Master reset (M_RST)
This signal allows the OEM to generate a system hardware reset to
the GPS receiver. This signal is capable of being driven directly by
an external microprocessor or by external logic without the need for
any external pull-up or pull-down resistors. The OEM can generate a
system reset to the GPS receiver by pulling the M_RST control signal low to ground.
The M_RST signal must be pulled to a CMOS logic „high“ level coincident
with, or after, the application of prime DC power for the receiver to enter its
Operate mode. The M_RST must be held at ground level for a minimum of
150 nanoseconds to assure proper generation of a hardware reset to the
receiver.
This signal can also be used to provide control of the GPS receiver's
Operate mode without removing prime input power from the GPS receiver. When M_RST is pulled to ground, the GPS receiver will enter
a low power state for as long as the M_RST signal is asserted low.
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In this state, a portion of the GPS receiver's RF circuitry is de-energized, the SRAMs are transitioned into their low power data retention state, and the RTC device is maintained. When the GPS receiver is placed into this low power state through the use of the M_RST
control signal, the GPS receiver will continue to draw current from
the primary input power (PWRIN) but at a reduced level.
When the M_RST signal is subsequently asserted high by the OEM,
RF power is re-applied, a system reset is generated, and the GPS
receiver will return to its normal Operate mode.
Pins 56, 53, 54 and 51: General Purpose I/O (GPIO1, GPIO2,
GPIO3 and GPIO4)
The GPS receiver provides four General Purpose Input/Output
(GPIO) connections that are available for use by the OEM.
These GPIO connections are digital interfaces that are OEM software programmable as inputs or outputs.
Pin 41: UTC Time Mark Pulse (TMARK)
The Time Mark output provides a one pulse-per-second (1 pps)
signal to the OEM application processor. When the GPS receiver
provides a valid navigation solution, the rising edge of each TMARK
pulse is synchronized with the UTC one second epochs to within
±300 nsec.
Pin 42: 10 kHz UTC synchronized clock
This is a 10 kHz clock waveform that is synchronized to the UTC
TMARK pulse.
This clock signal is a positive logic, buffered CMOS level output.
6.3.3Serial communication signals
Both the configuration and timing signals, described in the previous section,
and the serial communication signals described below must be applied
according to the limits shown in table 17.
SymbolParameterLimits (*)Units
PWRIN 3Main power input to the JP2 (+3,3 V DC)3,135 to 3,465volts
VIH (min)Minimum high-level input voltage0.7 x PWRINvolts
VOL (max)Maximum low-level output voltage0,2 x PWRINvolts
tr, tfInput rise and fall time50nanoseconds
C outMaximum output load capacitance25picofarads
(*) PWRIN refers to a + 3,3 V DC power input (PWRIN-3)
Table 17: Digital signal requirements
Pins 49 and 50: host port serial data input and output (SDO1
and SDI1)
The host port consists of a full-duplex asynchronous serial data interface. Both binary and NMEA initialization and configuration data
messages are transmitted and received across this port.
The default ROM settings for the host serial data port are binary
message format, 9600 baud, no parity, 8 data bits, and 1 stop bit.
The default may be modified using custom OEM software.
The serial port settings may also be changed to a new configuration
using binary serial message 1330. The new serial port settings are
stored in SRAM and serial EEPROM. The next time the GPS receiver is powered on or a master reset is initiated, the serial port configuration parameters are accessed in the following priority:
1.If SRAM checksums are valid, the communication parameters
and initialization data parameters will be read from SRAM.
2.If SRAM checksums are invalid and EEPROM checksums are
valid, the communication parameters and initialization data
parameters will be read from EEPROM.
3.If SRAM checksums are invalid and EEPROM checksums are
invalid, the default values in ROM will be used.
The OEM application must provide any Line Driver/Line Receiver
(LD/LR) circuitry to extend the range of the interface.
Port Idle is nominally a CMOS logical high (+ 3,3 V DC).
Pin 45 and 48: Auxiliary port serial data (SDI2 and SDO2)
The auxiliary port consists of a second half-duplex asynchronous
serial data interface. This port is configured to receive RTCM DGPS
correction data messages.
The default ROM settings for the Auxiliary Serial Data Port are 9600
baud, no parity, 8 data bits, and 1 stop bit. The default may be modified using custom OEM software.
The serial port settings may also be changed to a new configuration
using binary serial message 1330. The new serial port settings are
stored in SRAM and serial EEPROM. The next time the GPS receiver is powered on or a master reset is initiated, the serial port configuration parameters are accessed in the following priority:
1.If SRAM checksums are valid, the communication parameters
and initialization data parameters will be read from SRAM.
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2.If SRAM checksums are invalid and EEPROM checksums are
valid, the communication parameters and initialization data
parameters will be read from EEPROM.
3.If SRAM checksums are invalid and EEPROM checksums are
invalid, the default values in ROM will be used.
The OEM application must provide any LD/LR circuitry to extend the
range of the interface. Port Idle is nominally a CMOS logical high
(+ 3,3 V DC).
6.3.4DC input signals
Do not apply power to a passive antenna or damage to the receiver will occur.
!
Pin 59: Preamp power input (PREAMP)
The OEM may optionally supply power to a preamplifier using the
antenna cable center conductor. The maximum voltage is +12 V DC
and the current must not exceed 100 mA.
Pins 58 and 60: Power input (PWRIN 3)
This signal is the main power input to the GPS receiver.
Regulated DC power requirements are shown in table 2.
Pin 57: Battery backup power input (VBATT)
This signal is used to provide a DC power input to the SRAM and
RTC devices only. The GPS receiver automatically switches to the
VBATT input signal when primary DC power (PWRIN) is removed
from the board.
This feature is intended to provide the GPS receiver with a "warm
start" capability by maintaining an accurate time source and using
position and satellite data stored in SRAM after prime input power
(PWRIN) has been removed from the GPS receiver.
Pins 43, 44, 46, 47 and 52: Ground (GND)
DC grounds for the board. All grounds are tied together through the
GPS receiver's printed wiring board (PWB) ground plane and should
all be grounded externally to the GPS receiver.
6.3.5Software interface
The host serial I/O port of the GPS receiver serial data interface supports full duplex communication between the GPS receiver and the
OEM application. Data messages can be in the Conexant binary format or NMEA-01 83 format. The GPS receiver also contains an
auxiliary port dedicated to direct processing of the RTCM SC-104
messages for DGPS corrections.
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6.3.5.1 Binary data message
If you wish to use binary data message you get detailed information
in [6]. Binary data have more information but are difficult to use.
Output message nameDefault messagesMessage ID
Geodetic position statusPosition, ground speed, course over ground, climb
rate, map, datum and validity
Channel summarySignal tracking information per satellite1002
Visible satellitesTheir corresponding elevation and azimuth best
possible DOP
Differential GPS statusCorrections status of satellite1005
Channel measurement1007
ECEF positionPer channel1009
Receiver IDSend by power up1011
User-settings1012
Built in test resultsFor the hardware parts1100
UTC time mark pulse110 8
Frequency standardParameter in use1110
Power managementDuty cycle in use1117
Serial port communicationParameters in use1130
EEPROM updateShow data ID for the last write1135
EEPROM statusShow failure and status information1136
1000
1003
Frequency standard table116 0
Boot status118 0
Status/ErrorBy firmware1190
Geodetic position and velocity initialisation
User defined datum definitionTo transform the position solution1210
Map datum selectFor 12101211
Satellite elevation mask controlSet the elevation mask angle1212
User entered altitude inputDefine altitude for 2D navigation1219
Application platform controlMeans special using1220
Nav configurationControl features by navigation1221
Table 18: Binary data message
Position, ground speed, course, over ground, climb
rate
1200
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Output message nameDefault messagesMessage ID
Perform built in test1300
Restart commandWith different start condition1303
Frequency standard Input parameters
Power management control1317
Serial port communication parameter
Message protocol control1331
Factory calibration inputFor oscillator1350
Raw DGPS RTCM SC-104 dataIn lieu of the auxiliary port1351
Frequency standard table input data1360
Flash reprogramFor flash update1380
Table 18: Binary data message
Is used by GPS without non-volatile storage1310
1330
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6.3.5.2 NMEA data message
Detailed information shown in [6].
Output message nameDefault messagesMessage ID
Conexant proprietary
Built In test
Conexant proprietary
Error/status
GPS Fix DataTime, position, HDOPGGA
GPS DOP and active satellitesOperating mode, DOP per coordinate, satellite
GPS satellites in viewPosition an SNR per satellite. Max four satellites
Conexant proprietary
Receiver ID
Recommended minimum specific
GPS Data (*)
Track made good and ground SpeedCourse and speedVTG
Conexant proprietary
Zodiac channel status (*)
Input message nameDefault messagesMessage ID
Conexant proprietary built in test
command
Test results for devicesBIT
ERR
GSA
number
GSV
per sentence
Channels, software versionRID
Time, date, position, course and speedRMC
PRN, statusZCH
IBIT
Conexant proprietary log control
message
Conexant proprietary receiver
initialisation
Conexant proprietary
protocol message
Standard query messageRequest a NMEA messageQ
Table 19: NMEA data message
Controls the output of the NMEA messagesILOG
Initialisation with specified parametersINIT
Set the message format to BINIPRO
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7A2D-JP evaluation board
The quickest way to get first results with the embedded GSM/GPS
module is the activation by the A2D-JP evaluation board by means
of a terminal program.
Figure 8: The A2D-JP evaluation board
Figure 8 shows the A2D-JP evaluation board in complete packaging
i. e.
–A2D-JP evaluation board
–A2D-JP module
–power supply FRIWO type FW 3299 (12 VDC/580 mA)
–GPS antenna ANT-006
–RS232 combined cable KA08
–headset with RJ45 plug
The evaluation board transfers data from GSM module and GPS receiver to two separate serial RS232 interfaces.
For voice communication by the GSM module there is a headset
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available.
So the data of both modules can be processed by your PC at the
same time.
Thus the evaluation board offers an excellent possibility for development and testing (trials) of your own application on the base of the
embedded GSM/GPS modules A2D-JP.
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