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Preface
Manual Scope
This manual provides the electrical, mechanical and environmental requirements for properly
integrating the C24 module in a host application.
This manual gives a complete set of hardware features and functions that may be provided by
C24. The availability of any feature or function, which is described in this manual, depends on the
hardware revision and software version of a specific C24 model, and also the capabilities of the
host application which must provide a user interface and control the module via AT commands.
The parameters and values provided in this manual are defined under typical conditions. These
values may vary when subject to different conditions, such as SW version, network status,
application settings and environmental conditions.
Target Audience
This manual is intended for all members of the integration team who are responsible for
integrating the C24 module into the host OEM device, including representatives from hardware,
software and RF engineering disciplines.
Manual Organization
This manual contains the following chapters:
• Chapter 1—introduces the C24 unit and provides important safety instructions.
• Chapter 2—provides a detailed hardware description of the blocks and components
comprising the C24.
• Chapter 3—describes the pin assignments for C24 connectors.
• Chapter 4—describes C24 mechanical specifications and requirements.
• Chapter 5—provides contact information for Motorola Service Support and Customer
Assistance.
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Applicable Documents
Applicable Documents
• C24 Developer's Kit - 6802985C53
• C24 AT Commands - 6802985C51
Regulatory Requirements
The C24 module is compliant with applicable FCC and IC requirements. The integrated system
incorporating the C24 module may be subject to further regulations and standards. Motorola
strongly recommends that the system integrator seeks professional advice regarding the
regulations and standards that apply to their product.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires application for certification of digital
devices in accordance with CFR Title 47, Part 2 and Part 15. This includes Electromagnetic
Energy Exposure (EME) testing. As the C24 modem is not a standalone transceiver but is an
integrated module, the C24 cannot be tested by itself for EME certification. It is, however, the
integrator’s responsibility to have the completed device tested for EME certification.
The C24 module is compliant to FCC and IC requirements allowing use within North America.
Use in other regions may require regional "type approvals" which the manufacturer of the final
product integration or reseller will be responsible for procuring. It is strongly recommended that
professional advice be sought before placing the finished integrated product on the market to
establish local approval and marking requirements.
Safety Statement and Requirements
Certain safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, usage, service or
repair of any cellular terminal or mobile incorporating the C24 module. The integrator is advised
to consider the following general cautions in the context of their integrated system incorporating
the C24 module, and to provide the end user with the applicable warnings and advice of safe
operation of the equipment.
Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design, manufacture and
intended use of the product. Motorola assumes no liability for customer failure to comply with
these precautions.
• The C24 must be operated at the voltages described in the technical documentation
• The C24 must not be mechanically nor electrically changed. Use of connectors should follow
the guidance of the technical documentation
• The integrated product incorporating the C24 module must be evaluated for SAR under
intended use conditions, and suitable text and SAR values be provided to the end user
• No wireless device can guarantee operation at all times due to network or interference
conditions. A user should never rely on a wireless device as the sole means of making
emergency calls
• The C24 module complies with all applicable standards and directives, this does not
guarantee that the product it is integrated into complies, expert advice should be sought to
identify the applicable regulations and show compliance
Suitable warning statements regarding the use of RF energy in the integrated host system should
be given in the end user documentation.
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Antenna and Transmission Safety Precautions
User Operation
The C24 module is normally supplied without an antenna, and is compliant with SAR
requirements provided the following conditions are observed.
Do not operate your unit when a person is within 8 inches (20 centimeters) of the antenna. A
person or object within 8 inches (20 centimeters) of the antenna could impair call quality and may
cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than necessary.
Important: The unit must be installed in a manner that provides a minimum separation distance
of 20 cm or more between the antenna and persons and must not be co-located or
operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter to satisfy FCC RF
exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices.
Important: To comply with the FCC RF exposure limits and satisfy the categorical exclusion
requirements for mobile transmitters, the requirements described in the following
section, “Antenna Installation” , must be met.
Preface
Standards
Antenna Installation
• The antenna installation must provide a minimum separation distance of 20 cm from users
and nearby persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
• The combined cable loss and antenna gain must not exceed +5.3 dBi (800 band). The
combined cable loss and antenna gain must not exceed +4.2 dBi and total system output must
not exceed 2.0W EIRP in the PCS (1900) band in order to comply with the EIRP limit of
24.232 (b). OEM installers must be provided with antenna installation instruction and
transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
• For system integrations requiring higher antenna gain, or position closer than 20 cm from the
body, SAR compliance testing of the completed product will be required. It is strongly
recommended that the system integrator seeks the advice of a suitably accredited test
laboratory to develop a test plan and carry out necessary testing.
Interoperability Specification for cdma2000 Air Interface, 3GPP2 C.S0044-A.
Signaling Conformance Test Specification for cdma2000 Spread Spectrum Systems - 3GPP2
C.S0031-0.
Signaling Conformance Tests for cdma2000® Spread Spectrum Systems, TIA/EIA-898
December 2001, Telecommunications Industry Association.
Recommended Minimum Performance Standards for cdma2000 Spread Spectrum Mobile
Stations - 3GPP2 C.S0011-C.
Recommended Minimum Performance Standards for cdma2000®1 Spread Spectrum Mobile
Stations, TIA-98-F, September 2005, Telecommunications Industry Association.
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Recommended Minimum Performance Specification for C.S0022-0 Spread Spectrum Mobile
Stations - 3GPP2 C.S0036-0.
Recommended Minimum Performance Specification for TIA/EIA/IS-801-1 Spread Spectrum
Mobile Stations, TIA-916, April 2002, Telecommunications Industry Association.
Signaling Conformance Specification for cdma2000 Wireless IP Networks - 3GPP2 C.S0037-0.
Signaling Test Specification for Mobile Station Equipment Identifier (MEID) Support for
cdma2000 Spread Spectrum Systems -3GPP2 C.S0073-0.
Signaling Conformance Test Specification for cdma2000 Spread Spectrum Systems -3GPP2
C.S0043-0.
Signaling Conformance Test Specification for cdma2000® Air Interface,, TIA-1035.
Signaling Conformance Test Specification for Over-the-Air Service Provisioning - 3GPP2
C.S0060-0.
Signaling Conformance Test Specification for Short Message Service - 3GPP2 C.S0061-0.
Data Signaling Conformance Test Specification For CDMA2000 Air Interface - 3GPP2 C.S0062.
We at Motorola want to make this guide as helpful as possible. Keep us informed of your
comments and suggestions for improvements.
For general contact, technical support, report documentation errors and to order manuals, use this
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M2M.CustomerCare@motorola.com
Motorola appreciates feedback from the users of our information.
For additional information on the C24, please refer to:
The following special paragraphs are used in this guide to point out information that must be read.
This information may be set-off from the surrounding text, but is always preceded by a bold title
in capital letters:
Note
Note: Presents additional, helpful, noncritical information that you can use.
Warning
Warning:Presents information to warn you of a potentially hazardous situation in which there
is a possibility of personal injury.
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Important
Important: Presents information to help you avoid an undesirable situation
or provides additional information to help you understand a topic or concept.
Caution
Caution:Presents information to identify a situation in which damage to software, stored
data, or equipment could occur, thus avoiding
the damage.
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Field Service
Field Service
For Field Service requests, use this email address:
n2csfs01@motorola.com
General Safety
Remember!. . . safety depends on you!
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation,
service, and repair of the equipment described in this manual. Failure to comply with these
precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of
design, manufacture, and intended use of the equipment. Motorola, Inc. assumes no liability for
the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements. The safety precautions listed below
represent warnings of certain dangers of which we are aware. You, as the user of this product,
should follow these warnings and all other safety precautions necessary for the safe operation of
the equipment in your operating environment.
Ground the instrument
Only suitably qualified individuals should work on the product and host system. Consideration
should be given to the safest grounding arrangement for the host application.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere
Do not operate the equipment in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of any
electrical equipment in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
Do not service or adjust alone
Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person, capable of rendering first aid
is present. There are no user serviceable parts inside the C24 module.
Keep away from live circuits
Operating personnel must:
• not remove equipment covers. Only Factory Authorized Service Personnel or other qualified
maintenance personnel may remove equipment covers for internal subassembly, or
component replacement, or any internal adjustment
• not replace components with power cable connected. Under certain conditions, dangerous
voltages may exist even with the power cable removed
• always disconnect power and discharge circuits before touching them
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Do not substitute parts or modify equipment
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute parts or perform
any unauthorized modification of equipment. Contact Motorola Warranty and Repair for service
and repair to ensure that safety features are maintained.
Dangerous procedure warnings
Warnings, such as the example below, precede potentially dangerous procedures throughout this
manual. Instructions contained in the warnings must be followed. You should also employ all
other safety precautions that you deem necessary for the operation of the equipment in your
operating environment.
Warning example
Warning:Dangerous voltages, capable of causing death, are present in this equipment. Use
:
extreme caution when handling, testing,
and adjusting.
Caring for the Environment
The following information is provided to enable regulatory compliance with the European Union
(EU) Directive 2002/96/EC Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) when using
Motorola equipment in EU countries. The finished host application should be marked with the
crossed out "wheelie bin" mark at least 7mm high if it is within the scope of the WEEE directive.
Motorola recommends that the system integrator seeks expert guidance as to the applicable
directives for the finished product.
Disposal of Motorola equipment in EU countries
Please do not dispose of Motorola C24 in landfill sites.
In the EU, Motorola in conjunction with a recycling partner will ensure that C24 is collected and
recycled according to the requirements of EU environmental law.
Note that the system integrator will be liable for recovery and disposal of the integrated system.
Please contact the Customer Network Resolution Center (CNRC) for assistance. The 24 hour
telephone numbers are listed at
http://mynetworksupport.motorola.com
Select Customer Network Resolution Center contact information.
Alternatively if you do not have access to CNRC or the internet, contact the Local Motorola
Office.
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Caring for the Environment
Disposal of Motorola equipment in non-EU countries
In non-EU countries, dispose of Motorola equipment in accordance with national and regional
regulations.
RoHS Compliance
The C24 product meets the European Union directive for RoHS compliance.
The RoHS compliance is subject to a declaration of conformity that may be viewed upon request.
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The disclosure table and symbols below are provided in accordance with Section 5 & 6 of the
People's Republic of China's "Electronic Industry Marking Standard for Control of Pollution
Caused by Electronic Information Products". The disclosure table and symbols shown below
cover the electronic information product (EIP) supplied.
The two symbols shown below indicate the product is recyclable and the number denotes the
Environmental Friendly Use Period for the EIP indicated above it.
Transceiver Module & Accessories
Except Battery
Limitation of Liability
The Products are not designed, intended, or authorized for use as components in systems intended
for surgical implant into the body; in other applications intended to support or sustain life; for the
planning, construction, maintenance, operation or use of any nuclear facility; for the flight,
navigation, communication of aircraft or ground support equipment; or in any other application in
which the failure of the Product could create a situation where personal injury or death may occur.
If CUSTOMER should use any Product or provide any Product to a third party for any such use,
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from any claim, loss, cost or damage arising from such use.
EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY STATED ABOVE, THE PRODUCTS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS"
AND MOTOROLA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS, IMPLIED,
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SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
December 15, 2008C24 Module Hardware Descriptionxv
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ARISING FROM A COURSE OF
DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE.
Under no circumstances shall MOTOROLA be liable to CUSTOMER or any other party for any
costs, lost revenue or profits or for any other special, incidental or consequential damages, even if
Battery
Warranty Notification
MOTOROLA has been informed of such potential loss or damage. And in no event shall
MOTOROLA's liability to CUSTOMER for damages of any nature exceed the total purchase
price CUSTOMER paid for the Product at issue in the dispute, except direct damages resulting
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Section of this Agreement.
The preceding states MOTOROLA's entire liability for MOTOROLA's breach or failure to
perform under any provision of this Agreement.
Warranty Notification
Motorola guarantees to you, the original purchaser, the OEM module and accessories which you
have purchased from an authorized Motorola dealer (the "Products"), to be in conformance with
the applicable Motorola specifications current at the time of manufacture for a term of [1] year
from date of purchase of the Product(s) (Warranty Term).
You must inform Motorola of the lack of conformity to the applicable specifications of any of the
Products within a period of two (2) months from the date on which you detect a defect in
material, workmanship or lack of conformity and in any event within a term not to exceed the
Warranty Term, and must immediately submit the Product for service to Motorola's Authorized
Repair or Service Center. Motorola shall not be bound by Product related statements not directly
made by Motorola nor any warranty obligations applicable to the seller.
A list of the Motorola Call Center numbers is enclosed with this Product.
During the Warranty term, Motorola will, at its discretion and without extra charge, as your
exclusive remedy, repair or replace your Product which does not comply with this warranty; or
failing this, to reimburse the price of the Product but reduced to take into account the use you
have had of the Product since it was delivered. This warranty will expire at the end of the
Warrant y Term.
This is the complete and exclusive warranty for a Motorola OEM module and accessories and in
lieu of all other warranties, terms and conditions, whether express or implied.
Where you purchase the product other than as a consumer, Motorola disclaims all other
warranties, terms and conditions express or implied, such as fitness for purpose and satisfactory
quality.
In no event shall Motorola be liable for damages nor loss of data in excess of the purchase price
nor for any incidental special or consequential damages* arising out of the use or inability to use
the Product, to the full extent such may be disclaimed by law.
This Warranty does not affect any statutory rights that you may have if you are a consumer, such
as a warranty of satisfactory quality and fit for the purpose for which products of the same type
are normally used under normal use and service, nor any rights against the seller of the Products
arising from your purchase and sales contract.
(*)including without limitation loss of use, loss of time, loss of data, inconvenience, commercial
loss, lost profits or savings.
How to Get Warranty Service?
In most cases the authorized Motorola dealer which sold and/or installed your Motorola OEM
module and original accessories will honor a warranty claim and/or provide warranty service.
Alternatively, for further information on how to get warranty service please contact either the
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Claiming
Preface
customer service department of your service provider or Motorola's service centers, listed in
Chapter 5.
In order to claim the warranty service you must return the OEM module and/or accessories in
question to Motorola's Authorized Repair or Service Center in the original configuration and
packaging as supplied by Motorola. Please avoid leaving any supplementary items like SIM
cards. The Product should also be accompanied by a label with your name, address, and telephone
number; name of operator and a description of the problem.
In order to be eligible to receive warranty service, you must present your receipt of purchase or a
comparable substitute proof of purchase bearing the date of purchase. The phone should also
clearly display the original compatible electronic serial number (IMEI) and mechanic serial
number [MSN]. Such information is contained with the Product.
You must ensure that all and any repairs or servicing is handled at all times by a Motorola
Authorized Service Center in accordance with the Motorola Service requirements
In some cases, you may be requested to provide additional information concerning the
maintenance of the Products by Motorola Authorized Service Centers only, therefore it is
important to keep a record of any previous repairs, and make them available if questions arise
concerning maintenance.
Conditions
This warranty will not apply if the type or serial numbers on the Product has been altered, deleted,
duplicated, removed, or made illegible. Motorola reserves the right to refuse free-of-charge
warranty service if the requested documentation can not be presented or if the information is
incomplete, illegible or incompatible with the factory records.
Repair, at Motorola's option, may include reflashing of software, the replacement of parts or
boards with functionally equivalent, reconditioned or new parts or boards. Replaced parts,
accessories, batteries, or boards are warranted for the balance of the original warranty time
period. The Warranty Term will not be extended. All original accessories, batteries, parts, and
OEM module equipment that have been replaced shall become the property of Motorola.
Motorola does not warrant the installation, maintenance or service of the products, accessories,
batteries or parts.
Motorola will not be responsible in any way for problems or damage caused by any ancillary
equipment not furnished by Motorola which is attached to or used in connection with the
Products, or for operation of Motorola equipment with any ancillary equipment and all such
equipment is expressly excluded from this warranty.
When the Product is used in conjunction with ancillary or peripheral equipment not supplied by
Motorola, Motorola does not warrant the operation of the Product/peripheral combination and
Motorola will not honor any warranty claim where the Product is used in such a combination and
it is determined by Motorola that there is no fault with the Product. Motorola specifically
disclaims any responsibility for any damage, whether or not to Motorola equipment, caused in
any way by the use of the OEM module, accessories, software applications and peripherals
(specific examples include, but are not limited to: batteries, chargers, adapters, and power
supplies) when such accessories, software applications and peripherals are not manufactured and
supplied by Motorola.
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What is Not Covered by the Warranty
What is Not Covered by the Warranty
This warranty is not valid if the defects are due to damage, misuse, tampering, neglect or lack of
care and in case of alterations or repair carried out by unauthorized persons.
The following are examples of defects or damage not covered by this product warranty
1. Defects or damage resulting from use of the Product in other than its normal and customary
manner.
2. Defects or damage from misuse, access to incompatible sources, accident or neglect.
3. Defects or damage from improper testing, operation, maintenance, installation, adjustment,
unauthorized software applications or any alteration or modification of any kind.
4. Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material or
workmanship.
5. Products disassembled or repaired other than by Motorola in such a manner as to adversely
affect performance or prevent adequate inspection and testing to verify any warranty claim.
6. Defects or damage due to range, coverage, availability, grade of service, or operation of the
cellular system by the cellular operator.
7. Defects or damage due to moist, liquid or spills of food.
8. Control unit coil cords in the Product that are stretched or have the modular tab broken.
9. All plastic surfaces and all other externally exposed parts that are scratched or damaged due
Depending on operating conditions and your usage habits, wear and tear might take place of
components including mechanical problems related to Product housing, paint, assembly,
sub-assemblies, displays and keyboards and any accessories which are not part of the Product's
in-box configuration. The rectification of faults generated through wear and tear and the use of
consumable items like batteries beyond their Optimum Performance Time as indicated in the
product manual is considered to be your responsibility and therefore Motorola will not provide
the free Warranty repair service for these items
Installed Data
Please make and retain a note of all data you have inserted into your Product for example names,
addresses, phone numbers, user and access codes, notes etc. before submitting your Product for a
Warranty service as such data may be deleted or erased as part of the repair or service process.
Please note if you have downloaded material onto your product, these may be deleted or erased as
part of the repair process or testing process. Motorola shall not be responsible for such matters.
The repair or testing process should not affect any such material that was installed by Motorola
on your Product as a standard feature.
to customer normal use.
Out of Warranty Repairs
If you request Motorola to repair your Product any time after the Warranty term or where this
warranty does not apply due to the nature of the defect or fault, then Motorola may in its
discretion carry out such repairs subject to you paying Motorola its fees for such a repair or it may
refer you to an authorized third party to carry out such repairs.
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Revision History
Manual Number
6802985C52-A
Manual Title
C24 Module Hardware Description
Version Information
The following table lists the manual version, date of version, and remarks about
the version.
Preface
Revision History
VersionDate IssueRemarks
ADecember 15, 2008Initial Release
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Revision History
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Chapter 1: Introduction
The C24 is the newest member of Motorola's embedded cellular modules family.
Designed with dual band CDMA operation, embedded GPS receiver, and with 1x Data
capabilities, C24 can operate on any CDMA 1x network to provide voice and data
communications, and positioning information.
The C24 is similar to a condensed cellular phone core, which can be integrated into any system or
product that needs to transfer voice or data information over a cellular network. Thus, it
significantly enhances the system's capabilities, transforming it from a standalone, isolated
product to a powerful high-performance system with global communications capabilities.
The C24 is designed as a complete CDMA communications solution with all the controls,
interfaces and features to support a broad range of applications:
• A powerful audio interface.
• A large set of indicators and control signals.
• Several advanced power-saving modes.
• A variety of serial communications solutions.
All these features and interfaces are easily controlled and configured using a versatile AT
command interface that provides full control over the C24 operation.
The C24 control and indication interface extends its capabilities beyond CDMA communications.
This includes an A/D and GPIO interface, and a regulated output voltage for supplying external
circuits. With these interfaces, the C24 can operate and control external applications and receive
feedback from external environment and circuits.
The integrated GPS receiver supports autonomous and assisted modes of operation for a reliable
and immediate location determination. The location information is provided in NMEA format or
by AT commands, which provides the application flexible design.
The C24 interface design, using a single 70 pin board-to-board connector, through which all
application interfaces are managed, facilitates fast and easy integration. It significantly shortens
the development process, and minimizes the product's time to market.
The C24 is extremely compact in size with a slim mechanical design, which makes it space
saving on the application board and easily fitted into any board design.
The advanced power supply management significantly reduces power consumption to a
necessary minimum and prolongs battery life.
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Product Specifications
Product Specifications
Important: For safety regulations and requirements, see “Regulatory Requirements” on
page viii, “Safety Statement and Requirements” on page viii and “Antenna and
Transmission Safety Precautions” on page ix in “Preface” .
Note: Motorola reserves the right to change the specifications without prior notice.
Product Features
Operating systems:CDMA 800/1900
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions: 45.2 x 24.4 x 5.6 mm
Environmental
Operational temperature: -30°C to +85°C
Storage temperature:-40°C to +85°C
Performance
Operating voltage:3.3 - 4.2 V
Current consumption:1.5 mA @ SCI2 (Sleep mode)
Maximum Tx output power:CELL 800: Class 0 (+25 dBm)
UIM Card:External UIM connectivity
Serial Ports:UART:
BR from 300 bps to 230400 bps
USB:
USB full-speed device specifications, Rev. 2.0
Data Features
1x Data:Maximum 153.6 Kbps
CSD:Max BR 14.4 kbps
SMS:MO/MT Text and PDU modes
Fax Class 2.0
Voice Features
Telephony
Digital audio
Differential analog audio lines
Vocoders 13K, QCELP, EVRC, EVRC-B
DTMF support
Audio control: Echo suppression, noise suppression and side tone Gain
control
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Certifications Approvals
Table 1-1: Product Specifications (Cont.)
Supplementary Service
Call forwarding
Call hold and waiting
Three way call
Call indicator
Call barring
Character Set
UTF8
UCS2
ASCII
GSM
8859-1
Control/Status Indicators
CDMA coverage
Wakeup
TX enable
Reset
Antenna Detect
AT Command Set
Qualcomm QSC6055
Motorola proprietary AT commands
Accessories
Firmware data loader
Data logger
Developer Kit
Certifications Approvals
The C24 module has been tested and certified compliance to the following standards:
The C24 module has been tested and approved under the standards and regulations listed below:
• FCC - part 15, 22, 24
• IC
Important: The following paragraphs must be addressed by the integrator to ensure their host is
in compliance to the C24 FCC grant and/or the FCC grant of the host device.
CFR 47 Part 15.19 specifies label requirements
The following text may be on the product, user's manual, or container.
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.
CFR 47 Part 15.21 Information to user
The user's manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall caution
the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. In cases where the manual is
provided only in a form other than paper, such as on a computer disk or over the Internet, the
information required by this section may be included in the manual in that alternative form,
provided the user can reasonably be expected to have the capability to access information in that
form.
CFR 47 Part 15.105 Information to the user
(b) For a Class B digital device or peripheral, the instructions furnished the user shall include the
following or similar statement, placed in a prominent location in the text of the manual:
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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.
C24 incorporates several operating modes. Each operating mode is different in the active features
and interfaces.
Table 2 -1 summarizes the general characteristics of the C24 operating modes and provides
general guidelines for operation.
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Table 2-1:
ModeDescriptionFeatures
Not PoweredVCC supply is disconnected.The C24 is Off.
RTC ModeValid VCC supply.
RESET_N signal is enabled (low).
Idle ModeRESET_N signal is disabled (high).
CTS_N and DSR_N signals are enabled
(low).
Sleep ModeRESET_N signal is high.
CTS_N signal is disabled.
CSD call or
GPRS data
RESET_N signal is high.
TXEN_N signal is Enabled (Low).
C24 Operating Modes
Any signals connected to the interface connector must be set low or tri-state.
The C24 Interfaces are Off. Only the internal
RTC timer is operating. Any signals
connected to the interface connector must be
set low or tri-stated.
The C24 is fully active, registered to the network and ready to communicate.
This is the default power-up mode.
The C24 is in low power mode.
The application interfaces are disabled, but,
C24 continues to monitor the network.
A voice or data call is in progress.When the
call terminates, C24 returns to the last operating state (Idle or Sleep).
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Power Supply
Power Supply
The C24 power supply must be a single external DC voltage source of 3.3V to 4.2V. The power
supply must be able to sustain the voltage level during a transmit current surge, which may reach
600 mA.
The C24 interface connector has 8 contacts for the main power supply, as described in Ta ble 2- 2.
All these contacts must be used for proper operation.
Table 2-2:
Power Supply Signals
Pin #Signal NameDescription
1-4GNDMain ground connection for C24
module.
5-8VCC
DC supply input for C24 module.
= 3.3 V to 4.2 V
V
IN
I
= 600 mA during transmis-
RMS
sion
Power Supply Design
Special care must be taken when designing the power supply of the C24. The single external DC
power source indirectly supplies all the digital and analog interfaces, but also directly supplies the
RF power amplifier (PA). Therefore, any degradation in the power supply performance, due to
losses, noises or transients, will directly affect the C24 performance.
It is recommended that any voltage drops during transmission will not exceed 300mV, measured
on the C24 interface connector. In any case, the C24 supply input must not drop below the
minimum operating level during transmission. Dropping below the minimum operating voltage
may degrade the module performance.
To minimize the losses and transients on the power supply lines, it is recommended to follow
these guidelines:
• Use a 100 uF, or greater, low ESR capacitor on the C24 supply inputs. The capacitor should
be located as near to the C24 interface connector as possible.
• Use low impedance power source, cabling and board routing.
• Use cabling and routing as short as possible.
• Filter the C24 supply lines using filtering capacitors, as described in Table 2-3.
Table 2-3: Recommended Power Supply Filtering
CapacitorUsageDescription
100 uFTransmit current sergeMinimizes power supply
Filters digital logic noises
from clocks and data sources.
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Table 2-3: Recommended Power Supply Filtering
CapacitorUsageDescription
8.2 pF, 10 pF1900 MHz CDMA
band
33 pF, 39 pF800 MHz CDMA band
Filters transmission EMI.
Filters transmission EMI.
Power Consumption
Table 2 -4 specifies typical C24 current consumption ratings in various operating modes. The
current ratings refer to the overall C24 current consumption over the VCC supply.
Table 2-4: C24 Current Ratings
ParameterDescriptionConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
I
OFF
I
IDLE
I
SLEEP
I
RMS
RTC mode10µA
Idle modeRegistered40mA
Low power modeSCI21.5mA
Average transmitcurrent
CELL Band
PCS Band
175
170
mA
I
MAX
Maximum TX current
Per CDG89 Test Requirements
600mA
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Power On/Off Operation
Power On/Off Operation
When the C24 power supply is stable above the minimum operating level and C24 is powered off,
only the internal RTC timer is active.
The C24 power on and off process includes two primary phases, which are indicated at the
interface connector by the hardware output signals RESET_N and CTS_N.
The RESET_N signal indicates whether C24 is powered on or off.
When this signal is enabled (low), C24 is powered-off. When it is disabled (high), C24 is
powered-on.
The CTS_N signal indicates the serial communications interface (UART) status. When this signal
is high, the C24 serial interface is disabled. When it is low, the serial interface is enabled, and C24
is ready to communicate.
Important: Do not operate the C24 out of its electrical or environmental limits. Refer to the
specifications chapter for details of these limits.
Turning the C24 On
During a power on process C24 may toggle several interface signals, which are visible to the
application. These signals do not represent any valid state or data, and should be ignored by the
customer application until completed.
Turning the C24 On Using ON_N
The ON_N input signal is set high, by an internal pull-up resistor whenever a power supply is
applied to C24. Therefore, it is recommended to operate this signal using an open collector/drain
circuit connection.
Asserting the ON_N signal low for a minimum of 500 milliseconds (0.5 seconds) and a maximum
of 1.5 seconds will cause the C24 to turn-on.
Figure 2-2 illustrates the power-on process using the ON_N signal.
To turn on C24, the IGN signal must be asserted high. The IGN signal must remain high for the
duration of the C24 operation. C24 powers down when the IGN signal is returned to its low state.
Figure 2-3 illustrates the power-on process using the IGN signal.
Figure 2-3: IGN Power On Timing
Turning the C24 Off
There are several ways to turn the C24 off:
• Asserting the ON_N signal low for a minimum of 2 seconds.
• Setting the IGN signal low.
• AT command.
Turning the C24 Off Using ON_N
Asserting the ON_N signal low for a minimum of 2 seconds will turn C24 off. This will initiate a
normal power-off process, which includes disabling of all applications interfaces (UART, audio,
etc.) and closing the network connection.
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Power On/Off Operation
Figure 2-4 illustrates the power-off timings when using the ON_N signal.
Figure 2-4: ON_N Power Off Timing
Turning the C24 Off Using IGN
The IGN signal may be used to power off C24 only if it was also used to power it on. When the
IGN signal is set low, C24 will turn off. This will initiate a normal power-off process, which
includes disabling of all applications interfaces (UART, audio, etc.) and closing the network
connection.
The IGN signal will not power off C24 before 30 seconds have elapsed since C24 was
powered-on. This delay mechanism is implemented to protect C24 from unexpected transients on
the IGN line during power up.
Figure 2-5 illustrates the power-off timings when using the IGN signal.
The AT+MRST command initiates a C24 system reset operation, which powers off the C24. This
command emulates the ON_N signal operation for power off.
Power Loss shut down
A low power shut down occurs when C24 senses the external power supply is below the minimal
operating limit. The module will respond by powering down automatically without notice.
This form of power-down is not recommended for regular use since the unexpected power loss
may result in loss of data.
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Low Power Mode
Low Power Mode
The C24 incorporates an optional low power mode, called Sleep Mode, in which it operates in
minimum functionality, and therefore draws significantly less current. During low power mode
the C24 network connection is not lost. C24 continues to monitor the CDMA network constantly
for any incoming calls or data.
During low power mode, all of the C24 interface signals are inactive and are kept in their
previous state, prior to activating low power mode. To save power, all the C24 internal clocks and
circuits are shut down, and therefore serial communications is limited.
Activating Low Power Mode
By default, the C24 powers on in Idle mode. In this mode the C24 interfaces and features are
functional and the module is fully active.
Low power mode is activated by the ATS24 command. The value set by this command
determines the inactive state duration required by C24, in seconds, after which C24 will enter
sleep mode.
For example:
ATS24 = 1 activates low power mode after 1 second of inactivity.
ATS24 = 5 activates low power mode after 5 seconds of inactivity.
ATS24 = 0 disables low power mode (default).
Figure 2-6 illustrates the ATS24 command operation.
Figure 2-6: A TS24 Operation
Important: C24 will not enter low power mode in any case when there is data present on the
serial interface or incoming from the network or an internal system task is running.
Only when processing of any external or internal system task has completed, and
C24 is inactive for the duration of ATS24, it will enter low power mode.
During low power mode the C24 serial interfaces are disabled. This is indicated by the CTS
signal high state.
The C24 wakes up periodically from low power mode to page the network for any incoming calls
or data. After this short paging is completed, C24 returns to low power mode. During this short
awake period, the serial interfaces are enabled and communications with the module is possible.
The CTS_N signal is alternately enabled and disabled synchronously with the network paging
cycle. CTS_N is enabled whenever C24 awakes to page the network. This indicates the C24 serial
interfaces are active (see Figure 2-7).
Figure 2-7: CTS Signal During Sleep Mode
The periodical enabling and disabling of the CTS_N signal during low power mode can be
controlled by the AT+MSCTS command.
Setting AT+MSCTS=1 permanently disables the serial interface during low power mode, even
during a network page by C24. The CTS_N signal is disabled, and therefore the serial interfaces
are blocked.
Terminating Low Power Mode
Terminating the low power mode, or wake-up, is defined as the transition of the C24 operating
state from Sleep mode to Idle mode. There are several ways to wake-up C24 from low power
mode as described below.
Important: During power saving mode the C24 internal clocks and circuits are disabled, in
order to minimize power consumption. When terminating the power saving mode,
and switching to Idle mode, C24 requires a minimal delay time to reactivate and
stabilize its internal circuits before it can respond to application data.
This delay is typically of 15 milliseconds, and is also indicated by the CTS_N signal
inactive (high) state. The delay guarantees that data on the serial interface is not lost
or misinterpreted.
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Low Power Mode
Temporary Termination of Low Power Mode
Temporary termination of low power mode occurs when C24 switches from Sleep mode to Idle
mode for a defined period, and then returns automatically to Sleep mode.
Low power mode may be terminated temporarily by several sources, some of which are user
initiated and others are initiated by the system.
Using the WKUPI_N signal
The WKUPI_N signal is an active low input, which is set high by default. By asserting this signal
low the application can wake-up C24 from low power mode and switch to Idle mode.
C24 will remain in Idle mode, awake and fully active, as long as WKUPI_N signal remains low.
When this signal is disabled and set high again, C24 will return to Sleep mode automatically,
according to the ATS24 settings (see Figure 2-8).
Figure 2-8: WKUPI_N Signal Operation
The WKUPI_N signal is the recommended method to temporarily wake-up C24 from low power
mode. It provides the application full control of the C24 operating mode and guarantees that data
on the serial interface will not be lost or misinterpreted.
The WKUPI_N signal must be used to wake up C24 from low power mode if the serial interface
has been disabled by the AT+MSCTS command.
Incoming Network Data
During low power mode, C24 continues monitoring the CDMA network for any incoming data,
message or voice calls.
When C24 receives an indication from the network that an incoming voice call, message or data
is available, it automatically wakes up from low power mode to alert the application. When C24
has completed to process all the tasks related to the incoming data, it will automatically return to
low power mode according to the ATS24 settings.
Depending on the type of network indication and the application settings, C24 may operate in
several methods, which are configurable by AT commands, to alert the application of the
incoming data:
• Enable the WKUPO_N signal to wake-up the application from low power.
• Send data to the application over the serial interface.
• Enable the serial interface's Ring Indicator (RI_N) signal.
Data on the Serial interface
While C24 is temporarily awake in Idle mode, data may be transmitted on the serial interface. In
case data is being transmitted in any direction, C24 will not return to low power mode. This is
regardless of the original wake-up reason or source. C24 will remain awake while data is
transferred.
Only when the serial interface transfer is completed and the data has been processed, C24 will
return to low power mode automatically, according to the ATS24 settings (see Figure 2-9).
Figure 2-9: Serial Interface Data
Permanent termination of Low Power Mode
The C24 low power mode is enabled and disabled by the ATS24 command.
To permanently terminate the C24 low power mode, the ATS24 = 0 command must be used.
Setting ATS24 = 0 disables the currently active low power mode and switches C24 to Idle mode.
C24 will not return to low power mode until an ATS24 > 0 commands is set again.
This command can be sent only when the serial interface is active.
In case the serial interface is disabled, it must first be activated before sending this command. To
reactivate the serial interface, a temporary termination of the low power mode is required, as
described in “Temporary Termination of Low Power Mode” on page 18.
Following the temporary low power mode termination, the serial interface will activate and the
ATS24 = 0 command can be received by C24.
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Real Time Clock
Real Time Clock
C24 incorporates a Real Time Clock (RTC) mechanism that performs many internal functions,
one of which is keeping time. The RTC subsystem is embedded in the PMIC and operates in all of
the C24 operating modes (Off, Idle, Sleep), as long as power is supplied above the minimum
operating level.
The C24 time and date can be set using the following methods:
• Automatically retrieved from the network.
C24 operates in a CDMA network that supports automatic time zone updating, it will update
the RTC with the local time and date upon connection to the network. The RTC will continue
to keep the time from that point.
• Using the AT+CCLK command.
Setting the time and date manually by this AT commands overrides the automatic network
update.
Once the time and date are manually updated, the RTC timer will keep the time and date
synchronized regardless of the C24 operating state.
When the power supply is disconnected from C24, the RTC timer will reset and the current time
and date will be lost. On the next C24 power-up the time and date will be set again automatically
or manually.
C24 includes three completely independent serial communications interfaces, which may be used
by the application for several purposes.
Primary UART (UART1)
The C24 primary UART is a standard 8-signal port for RS232. The UART is used for all the
communications with C24 - AT commands interface, 1x data and CSD data, programming and
software upgrades.
The UART signals are active low CMOS level signals. For standard RS232 communications with
a PC, an external transceiver is required.
C24 is defined as a DCE device, and the user application is defined as the DTE device. These
definitions apply for the UART signals naming conventions, and the direction of data flow, as
described in Figure 2-10.
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Figure 2-10: UART1 Interface Signals
The C24 primary UART supports baud rates 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400,
57600, 115200 and 230400 bps.
Auto baud rate detection is not supported and the default baud rate is 115200 bps.
All flow control handshakes are supported: hardware, software, or none.
The UART default port configuration is 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no parity, with hardware flow
control and 115200 baud rate.
Secondary UART (UART2)
The secondary UART is a 4-signal interface, which only provides data and flow control signals.
The secondary UART is used to communicate GPS data in NMEA format.
The UART signals are active low CMOS level signals. For standard RS232 communications with
a PC, an external transceiver is required.
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Serial Interfaces
C24 is defined as a DCE device, and the user application is defined as the DTE device. These
definitions apply for the UART signals naming conventions, and the direction of data flow, as
described in Figure 2-11.
Figure 2-11: UART2 Interface Signals
The UART default port configuration is 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no parity, with hardware flow
control and 115200 baud rate.
Important: The UART2 interface can't be operated together with the UIM Card interface. Both
interfaces share the same internal HW port. Therefore, applications using the
UART2 interface must not connect any external devices to the UIM Card interface,
and vise versa.
USB Interface
C24 incorporates a standard Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface.
The C24 USB electrical interface and protocol conform to the USB 2.0 full-speed specifications.
C24 is defined as a USB device on the USB bus and does not support hub or host functionality.
The USB interface provides the following services:
• Standard communications with C24, as done through the UART1 interface
• FW programming
• Data logging for application debug
• Output of GPS location data in Binary and NMEA format
The USB interface signals are shown in Figure 2-12.
The C24 incorporates a UIM interface, which conforms to the ISO/IEC 7816 standard which
defines the electrical, signaling and protocol specifications of a UIM card.
C24 does not incorporate an on-board UIM card tray for UIM placement. The UIM must be
located on the user application board, external to the C24. The C24 UIM interface includes all the
necessary signals, which are routed to the interface connector, for a direct and complete
connection to an external UIM.
C24 supports dynamic detection of the UIM card, through a dedicated UIM detection signal. C24
will detect a UIM card insertion or removal upon power up or during operation by the transitions
on the UIM_PD_N signal.
Important: The UIM interface can't be operated together with the UART2 interface. Both
UIM Connection
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interfaces share the same internal HW port. Therefore, applications using the UIM
interface must not connect any external devices to the UART2 interface, and vise
versa.
Figure 2-13 illustrates a typical UIM interface connection to C24. This connection type is
implemented on the C24 Developer Board, using an FCI SIM tray, PN 7111S1615A05.
Figure 2-13: C24 UIM Interface
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UIM Interface
Table 2 -5 details the UIM interface signals.
Table 2-5:
Pin #Signal NameDescription
48UIM_VCC2.85V Supply to the UIM
44UIM_RST_NActive low reset signal
52UIM_DIOSerial input and output data
46UIM_CLKSerial 3.25 MHz clock
50UIM_PD_NActive low card presence detec-
UIM Interface Signals
tion
UIM Design Guidelines
The UIM interface and signals design is important for proper operation of C24 and the UIM card.
Below are several design guidelines that must be followed to achieve a robust and stable design
that meets the required standards and regulations.
• Two 100nF low ESR capacitors must be placed, in parallel, on the UIM_VCC signal line.
The capacitors should be located as near as possible to the UIM card tray contacts.
The capacitors value may slightly change depending on the application design.
• A 56Ω series resistor must be placed on the UIM_DIO signal line.
The resistor value may slightly change depending on the application design.
• A 100Ω series resistor must be placed on the UIM_CLK signal line.
The resistor value may slightly change depending on the application design.
• It is recommended to design component placeholders (unpopulated) for capacitors on the
UIM_RST and UIM_DIO signal lines.
• The UIM card tray should be located, and its signals should be routed, away from any
possible EMI sources, such as the RF and digital switching signals.
• The UIM interface signals length should not exceed 100mm between the C24 interface
connector and the UIM tray.
• The UIM clock and data signals (UIM_CLK and UIM_DIO) should be routed separately on
the application board, and preferably isolated by a surrounding ground plane.
• In case that transient suppressors (zener diodes, etc.) are used by the application on the UIM
card signals, individual package components (not arrays) with low capacitance should be
used.
• The C24 interface does not support UIM programming through the VPP signal. This signal
should not be connected to C24.
• Using the UIM detection signal (UIM_PD_N) is mandatory in case that the UIM card is
accessible to the user, and may be removed during C24 operation. To avoid damage to the
UIM or C24, the UIM interface signals must be deactivated before the UIM card is
mechanically removed from the UIM tray contacts. Therefore, the UIM_PD_N detection
signal must be disabled before the UIM is removed from the tray.
The C24 audio interface supports several audio devices and operating modes.
The audio interface's operating modes, active devices, amplification levels and speech processing
algorithms are fully controlled by the host application, through advanced programming options
and a versatile AT commands set.
The C24 supports the following audio devices:
• Two single-ended and biased analog microphone inputs for use in a variety of modes.
• Two differential analog speaker outputs for use in a variety of modes.
• A digital serial interface using PCM coding.
Figure 2-14 shows the audio interface topology.
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Figure 2-14: Audio Interface Topology
Handset Microphone Port
The handset microphone port is the C24 power-up default active audio input for voice calls. It is
located on pin 61 at the C24 interface connector, named MIC.
It is designed as a single-ended input and should be referenced to the C24 analog ground.
The microphone input includes all the necessary circuitry to support a direct connection to an
external microphone device. It incorporates an internal bias voltage of 1.8V through a 2.2kΩ
resistor, and has an impedance of 1kΩ.
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Audio Interface
Figure 2-15 shows the microphone circuit and Table 2- 6 gives the microphone specifications.
Figure 2-15: Handset Microphone Circuit
Important: The microphone circuit design depends on the type of microphone device.
A series capacitor is required in case a passive microphone is used, or the
application provides a separate bias voltage to an active microphone circuit.The
internal C24 biasing circuit may also be used with an active microphone, which
corresponds to the microphone port specifications.
Table 2-6:
Handset Microphone Port Specifications
ParameterConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
Input VoltageNo load1.6V
GainProgrammable by
AT C o mm a nd
AC Input
Impedance
Bias voltageR
Bias Current1mA
Freq=1Khz1kΩ
= 2.2 kΩ
BIAS
< 1 mA
I
BIAS
936dB
1.8V
pp
Headset Microphone Port
The headset microphone port is designed for use with, but not limited to, a headset audio device.
It is located at pin 57 on the C24 interface connector, named HDST_MIC.
It is designed as a single-ended input and should be referenced to the C24 analog ground.
The microphone input includes all the necessary circuitry to support a direct connection to a
headset microphone device. It incorporates an internal bias voltage of 1.8V through a 2.2kΩ
resistor, and has an impedance of 1kΩ.
Figure 2-16 shows the microphone circuit and Table 2 -7 gives the microphone specifications.
Figure 2-16: Headset Microphone Circuit
Important: The headset microphone circuit design depends on the type of microphone device.
A series capacitor is required in case a passive microphone is used, or the
application provides a separate bias voltage to an active microphone circuit.
The internal C24 biasing circuit may also be used with an active microphone, which
corresponds to the headset microphone port specifications.
Table 2-7:
Headset Microphone Port Specifications
ParameterConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
Input VoltageNo load1.6V
GainProgrammable by
AT C o mm a nd
AC Input
Impedance
Bias voltageR
Bias Current1mA
Freq=1Khz1kΩ
= 2.2 kΩ
BIAS
< 1 mA
I
BIAS
936dB
1.8V
pp
Speaker Port
The analog speaker port is the C24 power-up default active output for voice calls and DTMF
tones. It is located at pins 67 and 69 on the C24 interface connector, named SPKR_N and
SPKR_P respectively.
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Audio Interface
It is designed as a differential output with 32Ω impedance, but may also be used as a single-ended
output referenced to the C24 analog ground.
The speaker output is used for both the handset and the headset audio paths.
Figure 2-17 shows a differential speaker circuit, Figure 2-18 shows a single-ended speaker circuit
and Table 2-8 gives the speaker specifications.
Figure 2-17: Differential Speaker Circuit
Important: For safety regulations it is important to place series resistors on the speaker output
lines, as illustrated in Figure 2-17. The resistors value should be R = 0
Ω at the
design stage, but may be changed to a different value during audio safety testing, in
case speaker level limitation is required.
Important: When implementing a single ended speaker design, it is required to place a series
capacitor and resistor on the speaker output line, as illustrated in Figure 2-18.
The capacitor should be of low tolerance with values of C = 10-22 uF.
The resistor value depends on the speaker application:
- For a handset device, the resistor value should be R = 0
Ω at the design stage, but
may be changed to a different value during audio safety testing, in case speaker
level limitation is required.
- For a headset device, safety regulations require the resistors value to be R >
where R
is the speaker impedance (e.g. 32Ω).
L
2R
L
For example, when using a 32Ω speaker the series resistance would be R > 64Ω.
Table 2-8: Speaker Port Specifications
ParameterConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
Ω,
Output
Vo l t a g e
GainProgrammable by
AC Output
Impedance
DC Voltage1V
THD32 Ω load 200 Hz
No load2.1V
-317dB
AT C o mm a nd
32Ω
0.1%
- 20 kHz
pp
Headset Detection
The C24 operates by default in the basic audio mode with the handset audio path, for DTMF
tones and speech, and the alert loudspeaker port, for rings and alert tones.
The headset path is an alternate audio path in basic mode. It is designed for, but not limited to, a
personal hands-free audio device, a headset, using the headset microphone input port and the
speaker output port.
The HDST_INT_N signal is used to switch between handset and headset audio paths in basic
audio mode. This signal is set high by default at power up. Asserting the HDST_INT_N signal
low enables the headset audio path and disables the handset and alert paths. Setting this signal
high will disable the headset path and enable the handset and alert audio paths.
The C24 supports dynamic switching between the handset and headset audio paths, during
operation and call handling.
Important: The HDST_INT_N signal does not operate in advanced audio mode. This signal's
functionality is overridden by the AT+MAPATH command settings.
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Audio Interface
Alert Loudspeaker Port
The alert loudspeaker is the default C24 power-up ringer. It is used for, but not limited to,
sounding the C24 alerts, melodies, and rings. It is located at pins 63 and 65 on the C24 interface
connector, named ALRT_N and ALRT_P respectively.
It is designed with an internal amplifier supplied directly from VCC, which supplies 0.5W to the
audio device. It may also be used as a single-ended output referenced to the C24 analog ground.
Figure 2-19 shows the alert loudspeaker circuit and Tab le 2-9 gives the loudspeaker
specifications.
Figure 2-19: Differential Loudspeaker Circuit
Important: For safety regulations it is important to place series resistors on the alert output
lines, as illustrated in Figure 2-19. The resistors value should be R = 0
Ω at the
design stage, but may be changed to a different value during audio safety testing, in
case that alert level limitation is required.
Important: When implementing a single ended loudspeaker design, it is required to place a
series capacitor and resistor on the alert output line, as illustrated in Figure 2-20.
The capacitor should be of low tolerance with values of C = 10-22 uF.
The resistor value should be R = 0
Ω at the design stage, but may be changed to a
different value during audio safety testing, in case that alert level limitation is
required.
Table 2-9: Alert Port Specifications
ParameterConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
Output Voltage
GainProgrammable by
AC Output
Impedance
DC VoltageVCC/
THD8 Ω load2%
No loadVCCV
021dB
AT C o mm a nd
8Ω
2
pp
V
Digital Audio Interface
The C24 digital audio interface is a serial Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) bus, which uses linear
2's compliment coding. C24 is the PCM bus master, supplying the clock and sync signals to the
application.
The C24 digital interface is a 4 signal PCM bus, which includes a bit clock output signal for the
bus timing, a frame sync output signal for audio sampling timing, and serial data input and output
signals.
The PCM bus signal's configuration is:
• PCM_CLK - 2048 kHz serial clock
• PCM_FS - 8 kHz bit-wide frame-sync
• PCM_DOUT - 13-bit linear audio data output
• PCM_DIN - 13-bit linear audio data input
The analog audio is sampled at an 8 kHz rate and converted to linear 13-bit serial PCM audio
data. The serial data is transferred on the PCM bus in 16-bit word format, which includes 13
sampled data bits, and 3 added zero value bits.
The 16-bit serial data is transferred in both directions after each sync signal's falling edge. The
sync signal pulse duration is one clock period, after which the serial data is transferred in both
directions for 16 consecutive clock periods.
Following the 16-bit data transfer, the serial input and output data signals inactivate until the next
sync pulse, which occurs every 125 µS (8 kHz). It is recommended the serial data signals will be
High-Z during the inactive period.
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Audio Interface
Figure 2-21 illustrates the PCM bus format of the voiceband audio configuration.
Figure 2-21: Voiceband Mode PCM Bus Coding Format
Operating Modes
The C24 audio interface includes 2 modes of operation. Each operating mode defines the audio
input and output devices to be used for each audio sound type and their programmable settings.
Basic Mode
Basic mode is the C24 default power-up audio configuration. Several audio paths are available in
this mode, and their settings can be programmed through the AT command set.
Table 2-10 describes the available audio paths in Basic mode.
Table 2-10:
Basic Mode Audio Paths
Audio PathInput SignalOutput SignalDescription
HandsetMICSPKR_N, SPKR_PDefault audio path for speech and
DTMF tones.
HeadsetHDST_MICSPKR_N, SPKR_PAlternate path for headset device.
Enable by setting HDST_INT_N
interface signal low.
AlertALRT_N, ALRT_PDefault alert and ringer loudspeaker
output port.
DigitalPCM_DINPCM_DOUTEnable digital path by
AT+MADIGITAL=1
Advanced Mode
Advanced mode utilizes C24's unique set of AT commands for advanced audio programming.
The expanded AT command set enables to define a specific audio path and setting, which are not
part of the default configuration, for each type of audio sound (speech, DTMF tones, rings and
alerts).
Unlike basic audio mode, which provides predefined audio paths, the advanced audio mode
provides full control over the C24 audio interface and its parameters, and differentiates between
each type of audio sound.
Table 2-11 describes the advanced mode audio programming features. These features are only a
part of the complete advanced audio AT command set.
Table 2-11:
Advanced Mode Commands
CommandDescription
AT+MAPATHSets the input device for voice, and the output
devices for voice, DTMF tones, rings and
alerts.
AT+MAFEATEnables and disables the speech processing
algorithms - Echo suppression, noise suppression and sidetone.
AT+MAVOLSets the gain (amplification) level of the
selected analog output device.
AT+MMICGSets the gain (amplification) level of the
selected analog input device.
AT+MADIGITALSwitches between analog and digital audio
paths.
Audio Programming Interface
The C24 incorporates a unique audio programming interface, through AT commands, which
controls the following audio features:
• Audio Path - Defines the input and output devices for speech, DTMF tones, rings and alerts.
• Audio Gain - Defines the amplification (gain) level for input and output audio devices.
• Audio Algorithm - Defines the speech processing features for voice calls.
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Audio Interface
Figure 2-22 describes the audio programming interface options, which are defined by AT
commands.
Figure 2-22: Audio Programming Interface
Audio Algorithms
The C24 audio interface features advanced speech processing algorithms for echo suppression,
noise suppression and side-tone feedback
Enabling or disabling the algorithms can be configured separately for each audio path and
operating mode through the AT command interface.
The C24 also supports EVRC, EVRC-B and 13K speech coding algorithms, which are used by
the CDMA network. These algorithms are configured and operated by the CDMA network
provider.
Table 2-12 gives the speech processing features.
Table 2-12:
FeatureAT Command
BasicAdvanced
Echo Suppression
Noise Suppression
ATS96AT+MAFEATDisabled
Speech Processing Features
Default
Setting
Controls the echo and noise suppression.
Description
SidetoneATS94AT+MAFEATEnabledControls the sidetone.
The amplification (gain) level for each input and output device can be configured through AT
commands. Both basic and advanced audio modes provide AT commands to set the desired gain
levels for each audio path and audio sound type.
Table 2-13 gives the gain control features.
Table 2-13:
Gain Control Features
Default
DeviceGain Command
Gain
Description
BasicAdvanced
Microphone
Headset Microphone
SpeakerAT+CLVL
Alert SpeakerAT+CRSL4Sets rings and alerts gain.
AT+MMICGAT+MMICG
AT+MAVOL
16Sets input speech gain level.
16Sets input speech gain level.
4Sets voice and DTMF gain.
Gain levels for the input and output devices, which correspond to the values set by the AT
commands, are described in Table 2-14 and Table 2-15.
Table 2-14: Speaker Port Gains for Speech
AT Command
Value
0-913
Gain Level
(dB)
0dBm0 Output
Level (mV
RMS
)
1-619
2-326.5
3037.5
4353
5675
69120
712168
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Audio Interface
.
Table 2-15:
Microphone and Headset Microphone Port Gains
AT Command
Value
09350
.........
312250
.........
162555
.........
313611
Gain Level
(dB)
Maximum Input
Level (mV
RMS
)
Audio Design
The audio quality delivered by C24 is highly affected by the application audio design, particularly
when using the analog audio interface. Therefore, special care must be taken when designing the
C24 audio interface. Improper design and implementation of the audio interface will result in
poor audio quality.
Poor audio quality is a result of electrical interferences, or noises, from circuits surrounding the
audio interface. There are several possible sources for the audio noise:
• Transients and losses on the power supply
• EMI from antenna radiations
• Digital logic switching noise
Most of the audio noise originates from the DC supply current, which appear on the main power
supply lines and antenna, but also indirectly penetrate the internal application's supplies and
signals. The noises are transferred into the C24's audio circuits through the microphone input
signals and then are amplified by the C24's internal audio amplifiers.
To minimize the audio noise and improve the audio performance the microphone and speaker
signals must be designed with sufficient protection from surrounding noises.
The following guidelines should be followed to achieve best audio performance:
• Reference the microphone & speaker circuits to the C24 AGND interface signal.
• Keep the audio circuits away from the antenna.
• Use RF filtering capacitors on the audio signals, as described in Table 2-3.
• The audio signals should not be routed adjacent to digital signals.
• Isolate the audio signals by a surrounding ground plane or shields.
• Filter internal supplies and signals that may indirectly affect the audio circuits, from noises
The C24 interface incorporates a dedicated analog ground contact, AGND pin 59, which is
internally connected to the C24's ground. The AGND signal is intended to provide a separate
ground connection for the application's external audio devices and circuits.
This signal provides an isolated ground connection directly from C24, which is separated from
the noisy digital ground of the application. It is recommended to connect this signal to analog
audio devices and circuits used by the application. Using a separate analog ground minimizes
audio noises and improves the audio circuit's immunity from external interferences.
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A/D Interface
A/D Interface
The C24 includes 4 Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) signals with 8-bit resolution, for
environmental and electrical measurements. The ADC signals measure an analog DC voltage
level on their inputs which is converted to an 8-bit digital value for further processing by C24 or
the user application.
The A/D signals operation and reporting mechanism is defined by the AT+MMAD command.
Table 2-16 below, lists the internal and external A/D signals provided by C24.
Table 2-16:
A/D Signals
ADC
ADC NameDescriptionPin #
VCCPower Supply A/D-53.04.5V
ADC3GPAD 34730.12.5V
ADC2GPAD 24320.12.5V
ADC1GPAD 13710.12.5V
MinMaxUnit
#
General Purpose A/D
The C24 provides 3 general purpose A/D (GPAD) signals for customer application use. Each A/D
signal can monitor a separate external voltage and report its measured level independently to the
application, through the AT command interface.
The GPAD signals measure a DC voltage level of 0.1 - 2.5 V, which is converted internally to a
8-bit digital value. The user application can monitor the A/D voltage level through the
AT+MMAD command, which returns the measured DC level in Volts times 100.
For example, a measured analog DC level of 1.75 Volts will be presented as 175 by the MMAD
command.
Table 2-17 gives the GPAD specifications.
Table 2-17: GPAD Specifications
ParameterConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
Maximum
Input Voltage
Measurement
Vo l t a g e
Resolution10mV
Operating range02.75V
ADC range0.12.5V
Power Supply A/D
The main power supply (VCC) is constantly monitored internally by the C24 through a dedicated
A/D signal, which is not accessible on the interface connector.
The measured VCC level can be read and monitored through the AT+MMAD command, which
returns the measured VCC level in Volts times 100.
For example, a measured supply level of 3.65 Volts will be presented as 365 by the MMAD
command.
Table 2-18: Supply A/D Specifications
ParameterConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
Sampling
Range
Resolution10mV
Operating range3.04.5V
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Controls and Indicators Interface
Controls and Indicators Interface
The C24 incorporates several interface signals for controlling and monitoring the module's
operation. The following paragraphs describe these signals and their operation.
Table 2-19 gives a description of the controls and indicators signals.
Table 2-19:
Controls and Indicators
Connector PinSignal NameDescription
25RESET_NC24 system reset output indicator.
When high, C24 is operating.
27VREF2.80V regulated output.
Supplies external circuits up to
150mA.
26WKUPO_NHost application wake-up signal indi-
cator.
41ANT_DETAntenna physical connection detect
indicator.
49CDMANetwork status indicator.
39TXEN_NTransmission burst indication.
28, 30, 32, 34, 36,
38, 40, 42
GPIO 1-8General purpose IO signals for cus-
tomer use.
Reset
The RESET_N output signal indicates the C24's operating status. This signal is set high after
power up, when C24 is operating. It is set low when C24 is powered off.
When the RESET_N signal is low, the C24 interface signals are disabled and do not represent any
valid data or state. Furthermore, any input signals connected to the C24 interface must be
disabled (tri-state) or set low when RESET_N is low.
VREF Reference Regulator
The C24 incorporates a regulated voltage output, VREF. The regulator provides a 2.8V output for
use by the customer application. This regulator can source up to 150 mA of current to power any
external digital circuits.
Important: The VREF regulator is powered from the C24's main power supply, and therefore
any current sourced through this regulator originates from the C24 VCC supply. The
overall VCC current consumed by C24 is directly affected by the VREF operation.
The C24 current consumption rises with respect to the current sourced through
VREF.
Figure 2-23 shows the VREF power-up timing.
Figure 2-23: VREF Power-up Timing
Table 2-20 gives the VREF specifications.
Table 2-20:
VREF Specifications
ParameterConditionsMinTypMaxUnit
V
OUT
I
OUT
Load regulation
Line regulation
PSRR20 Hz - 20 kHz21dB
I
< 150 mA-4%2.8+4%V
OUT
0.65mV/
150mA
mA
2.8mV
Wakeup Out
Some applications incorporate their own power saving mode, in which they operate with minimal
functionality, including disabling of interfaces and serial communications.
The wakeup-out (WKUPO_N) signal is an active low output, which is designed to support a low
power mode feature in the host application. This signal is used by C24 to indicate that it requires
to communicate with the host application through the serial interface, due to an incoming call or
data, or an unsolicited event. Applications that incorporate a low power mode should use this
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Controls and Indicators Interface
signal as an indication to switch from low power mode to normal operation, and activate the serial
interface.
The wakeup-out mechanism, using the WKUPO_N signal, is controlled by 2 AT commands (see
Figure 2-24):
• ATS102 - Defines the delay time in milliseconds that C24 will wait, after asserting the
WKUPO_N signal low, before sending data on the serial interface. This delay is required to
allow the application enough time to reactivate from low power mode and switch to normal
mode.
If ATS102=0, which is the default value, the WKUPO_N signal and mechanism is disabled.
In case the serial interface incorporates hardware flow control signals, the data will be sent
according to their state, after the ATS102 delay time has expired.
• ATS100 - Defines the application minimal wakeup duration, in seconds, for a single wakeup
event. This time definition is required to avoid frequent unnecessary wakeup events and
consequent ATS102 delays.
The application may return to low power mode after the serial interface has been inactive for
the duration set by ATS100. This duration is measured from the last data sent or received on
the serial interface.
Figure 2-24: WKUPO_N Operation
The following guidelines apply to the wakeup-out mechanism:
• C24 will set the WKUPO_N signal low to indicate that in has data to send through the serial
interface.
• C24 will start sending the data to the application after the delay defined by ATS102.
• The WKUPO_N signal will remain low while data is being sent to the host application.
• The host application should keep its serial interface active, and not switch to low power
mode, while the WKUPO_N signal is low.
• C24 will set the WKUPO_N signal high when it has completed sending the data.
• The application serial interface must stay active, and not switch to low power mode, for the
duration set by ATS100, after WKUPO_N is set high.
• C24 will not set the WKUPO_N signal low if it needs to send additional data during the
ATS100 delay time.
• The application may switch to low power mode after the WKUPO_N signal is set high and
the serial interface has been inactive for the duration set by ATS100.
The C24 incorporates an internal antenna detection circuit, which senses the physical connection
and removal of an antenna or antenna circuit on the C24 antenna connector. The antenna
detection state is reported to the application through the ANT_DET output signal, and may also
be queried by the ATS97 command.
The detection circuit senses DC resistance to ground on the C24 antenna connector.
A DC resistance below 100kohm (+
ANT_DET output signal is set high.
10%) is defined as a valid antenna connection, and the
CDMA Network Indicator
The CDMA output signal indicates the network CDMA connection status. When C24 is
connected to a CDMA network, this signal is enabled. When C24 is not connected to the CDMA
network this signal is disabled.
Transmission Indicator
The TXEN_N output signal indicates when C24 is transmitting over the CDMA network. This
signal is set low during transmission, and set high when no transmission is in progress.
General Purpose I/O
The C24 incorporates 8 general purpose IO signals for the user application. Each GPIO signal
may be configured and controlled by AT command. These signals may be used to control or set
external application circuits, or to receive indications from the external application.
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GPS Interface
GPS Interface
The C24's integrated GPS receiver can provide location and position information based on the
Global Positioning System satellites.
The GPS interface supports the following modes of operation:
• Autonomous - In this mode the GPS receiver operates stand alone, regardless of CDMA
• Assisted - In this mode the C24 operates in conjunction with the CDMA network to search
network availability.
The C24 searches and detects available satellites, and calculates the positioning information
on its own.
for satellites and calculate the positioning data.
•MS Assisted - The calculation is performed by the network and the position is send to the
C24 device.
•MS Based - C24 receive initial satellites information form the network and calculatse the
position by itself.
Number of satellites
:
2D - When the GPS receiver is using three satellites to determine a position solution.
3D - When the GPS receiver is using four or more satellites to determine a position solution and
the accurate time.
Serial Configuration
:
The C24 has two modes of data: Binary and NMEA.
Binary Mode is reported through UART1 or USB while the NMEA is through UART2 and USB.
Accuracy
:
The accuracy must be less than 50 meters 67% of the time, and 150 meters 95% of the time.
Chapter 3: Electrical and Environmental Specifications
Absolute Maximum Ratings
Table 3 -1 gives the maximum electrical characteristics of the C24 interface signals.
Caution:Exceeding the values may result in permanent damage to the module.
Table 3-1: Maximum Ratings
ParameterConditionsMinMaxUnit
VCC Supply04.5V
Digital Input Signals
(Except for IGN,
VBUS, USB_DP,
USB_DN)
Analog Input Signals
(Audio, A/D interfaces)
All Input Signals
(Except for IGN,
VBUS, USB_DP,
USB_DN)
IGN signal016V
VBUS signal05.5V
USB_DP, USB_DN05V
C24 powered on03V
C24 powered on02.8V
C24 powered off00.1V
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Environmental Specifications
Environmental Specifications
Table 3 -2 gives the environmental operating conditions of the C24 module.
Caution:Exceeding the values may result in permanent damage to the module.
Table 3-2: Environmental Ratings
ParameterConditionsMinMaxUnit
Standard Operating
Temperature
Storage Temperature-40+85°C
ESDAt antenna connector
Air
Contact
At interface connector
Application Interface Specifications
Table 3 -3 summarizes the DC electrical specifications of the application interface connector
signals.
Important: Interface signals that are not used by the customer application must be left
unconnected. C24 incorporates the necessary internal circuitry to keep unconnected
signal in their default state. Do not connect any components to, or apply any voltage
on, signals that are not used by the application.
Important: Signals that are defined as "Do Not Use", or DNU, must remain externally
unconnected in any case. These signals are reserved for future use.
The mating connector incorporate the same electrical and mechanical characteristics as the
corresponding C24 interface connector, which is described in Tabl e 4 -2.
Figure 4-3 provides a reference drawing of the mating connector mechanical dimensions.
Figure 4-3: Mating Connector Dimensions
For more information on the C24 mating connector, please refer to the Molex web site at
http://www.molex.com.
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RF Connector Specifications
RF Connector Specifications
The C24 uses a standard MMCX receptacle connector for the radio interface.
Figure 4-4 shows the MMCX connector dimensions.
Figure 4-4: MMCX Connector Dimensions
Table 4 -3 describes the C24 RF connector characteristics.
Table 4-3:
RF Connector Specifications
ParameterSpecifications
Rated Voltage335 V
Impedance50 Ω
Contact Resistance5 mΩ center contact
Insulation
Resistance
Insertion Force3.4 lbs maximum
Withdrawal Force4.5 lbs minimum
Contact Retaention
Force
Durability500 mated cycles maximum
RMS
2.5 mΩ outer contact
1000 MΩ
4 lbs maximum
Mating Connector
The RF mating connector should be a standard MMCX plug connector or cable assembly, which
corresponds to the C24 MMCX connector specifications.
Any standard MMCX connector or application from different manufacturers may be mated with
C24.
Such a cable assembly example is the Huber-Suhner PN 11_MMCX-50-1-2/111_OH, which is
illustrated in Figure 4-5.
Figure 4-5: Optional MMCX Cable Assembly
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C24 Mounting
C24 Mounting
The C24 incorporates 2 mechanical holes for installing the module onto the application board.
The holes are 2.4 millimeters in diameter, which accommodates several types of mechanical
elements.
Several mechanical approaches may be applied to mount and fasten C24 to the application board.
Using M2 screws with suitable washers to mount the module onto spacers, a bracket or chassis is
a recommended design.
Special attention must be paid to the area surrounding the C24 mounting holes. A grounding pad
of 4.4 milimeters in diameter surrounds these holes. The diameter and area of this pad must not be
exceeded by any mechanical or electrical element. Several electrical components, which are not
shielded, are located near the holes. These components must not be in contact with the mounting
elements or with other parts of the application board, and care must be taken to avoid any
damage.
Figure 4-6 depicts the C24 mounting area.
Figure 4-6: C24 Mounting Area
The holes are used for mechanical mounting of C24 to the application board but also for
grounding support. Using conductive elements to install C24 significantly improves the overall
grounding of the module and therefore improves the C24 performance and stability.
It is required to use screws or other mechanical elements to fasten C24 to the application board,
but it is highly recommended to use conductive elements to improve the module's performance.
The support services provided by Motorola are subject to the agreement between the
customer and Motorola and may be at an additional charge to the customer. Motorola will
inform the customer in advance of any such charge.
Required Query Information
Every new call/problem report, directly from a Direct Customer or from a distributor, should be
directed to the help desk email address noted above in “Who to Contact?” . It is recommended to
report each individual issue in a separate email. The following information is required when
reporting a problem:
• Customer name and address
• Customer contact information for this request, including:
– Name
– Telephone
– Fax number
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Service
– Mobile number
– Email address
• Product name (C24)
• Software version of the unit (ATI8 command) or model number
• PCB version (located on the PCB near the RF connector)
• Severity of the problem
• Problem description, including:
– Operator name
– Type of SIM card (for example, Test, Pre-paid, or 5v/3v/1.8v)
– Setup Configuration (such as Developer Board, handset, host, connections, and so on)
– Detailed scenario from startup
– Log of all the commands and the responses, beginning from startup
• Answers to the following questions:
– Was the same scenario tested on the Developer Board and the PC to reproduce the problem?
– How many units do you have, and how many of them have this problem?
– How often does the problem recur?
In addition to the information requested above, send the following AT commands and the
HyperTerminal log with the responses:
• AT+CMEE=2 // to get textual error message
• AT+CPIN? // to get SIM card status
• AT+CREG? // to see if the TXVR is registered to the network
• AT+CSQ // to get the signal strength (RX level)
• AT+CGSN // to read the IMEI number of the unit
• ATI3 // to get the software version of the TXVR
• AT\S// to get the setting of basic AT commands
• AT+CMER=0,0,1,1 // to get messages and indicators from the handset display to the DTE
Motorola Workflow
The help desk uses the following workflow when responding to new calls:
1. Each new call is registered in the help desk data base.
2. The help desk immediately notifies the customer with the help desk system record number
for each issue.
3. A champion is assigned to be responsible for the new call, from arrival to closing.
4. During this time, the champion updates the help desk system with the progress of the
resolution process.
5. The champion is the contact to the customer and the engineering team, and coordinates
activities that are required to solve the problem.
B-6F JuFu Yuan Building
XinKai Road, Hedong District,
Tianjin 300011
China
Field service should be coordinated with the Service Manager in Motorola using the following
email address:
n2csfs01@motorola.com
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Testing a Standalone Unit
Testing a Standalone Unit
This section describes how to perform a C24 functionality test, whose purpose is to:
• Introduce the user to the C24
• Explain how to work with the C24 unit
• Describe how to evaluate basic C24 features
The test setup provides a wide platform through which a C24 unit can be evaluated. The specific
test procedure described below covers only a few of the C24’s many features. Using this setup,
you can perform several additional tests on the C24.
The test is performed using two modems, one of which is the C24. The modems communicate
with each other through a single computer, which also controls their operation.
The test requires knowledge about the operation of the C24 Developer’s Kit, terminal
applications and AT commands. Refer to relevant documentation for assistance.
To perform the test, you need the following:
• A C24 OEM cellular engine unit
• A C24 Developer's Kit
• A desktop or laptop computer, which includes:
– A free serial communications port (RS232)
– A connected and active line modem (internal or external)
– A terminal application (such as HyperTerminal)
Test Setup
To Setup the C24 Test
Follow this procedure (Figure 5-1) to set up your equipment before performing the test:
1. Verify that the computer you intend to use for the test is equipped with a working
line modem
You can use a second C24 unit instead of the line modem. When doing so, you must repeat
the setup procedure that follows for the additional C24.
2. Set up the C24 and the Developer Board as described in “Initial Setup” in
“Chapter 2: Developer Board and Interfaces Description” in the “C24 Developer’s Kit”
(Motorola part no. 6802985C53)
3. Verify that the C24 has adequate reception from the local network
4. Connect the Developer Board’s RS232 port to the computer’s serial port
5. Open a terminal application window (such as HyperTerminal) and configure it to operate
Abbreviations
Antenna Installation, ix
Block Diagram Description, 7
Product Specifications, 2
Regulatory Approvals, 5
Safety Precautions, ix
Standards, ix
Terms and Abbreviations, 2
Testing, 64
User Operation, ix
, 2
E
Environmental
Specifications, 3
P
Physical Specifications, 2
Precautions, ix
Product Specifications, 3
R
Regulatory Approvals, 5
S
Safety Precautions, ix
Specifications, 2
Environmental, 3
Physical, 2
Standards, ix
Support Center, 61
T
Terms, 2
Testing, 64
Test Procedure, 66
Test Setup, 64
U
User Operation, ix
O
Organization of Manual, xix
December 15, 2008C24 Module Hardware Description Index-1