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11. Updated the recommended stencil thickness and
the peak reflow temperature (Chapter 8.2).
1.3
2019-05-20
Eden LIU
Corrected some pin names in the pin assignment
figure (Figure 2).
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Contents
About the Document ................................................................................................................................... 2
Table Index ................................................................................................................................................... 7
Figure Index ................................................................................................................................................. 9
This document defines the AG35 module and describes its air interface and hardware interfaces which
are connected with customers’ applications.
This document can help customers quickly understand module interface specifications, electrical and
mechanical details, as well as other related information of the module. Associated with application notes
and user guides, customers can use AG35 to design and set up automotive industry mobile applications
easily.
Hereby, [Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd.] declares that the radio equipment type [AG35-LA] is in
compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
http://www.quectel.com
The device could be used with a separation distance of 20cm to the human body.
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OEM/Integrators Installation Manual
Important Notice to OEM integrators
1. This module is limited to OEM installation ONLY.
2. This module is limited to installation in mobile or fixed applications, according to Part 2.1091(b).
3. The separate approval is required for all other operating configurations, including portable
configurations with respect to Part 2.1093 and different antenna configurations
4. For FCC Part 15.31 (h) and (k): The host manufacturer is responsible for additional testing to verify
compliance as a composite system. When testing the host device for compliance with Part
15 Subpart B, the host manufacturer is required to show compliance with Part 15 Subpart B while the
transmitter module(s) are installed and operating. The modules should be transmitting and the evaluation
should confirm that the module's intentional emissions are compliant (i.e. fundamental and out of band
emissions). The host manufacturer must verify that there are no additional unintentional emissions other
than what is permitted in Part 15 Subpart B or emissions are complaint with the transmitter(s) rule(s).
The Grantee will provide guidance to the host manufacturer for Part 15 B requirements if needed.
Important Note
notice that any deviation(s) from the defined parameters of the antenna trace, as described by the
instructions, require that the host product manufacturer must notify to Quectel Wireless Solutions Co., Ltd.
that they wish to change
the antenna trace design. In this case, a Class II permissive change application is required to be filed
by the USI, or the host manufacturer can take responsibility through the change in FCC ID (new
application) procedure followed by a Class II permissive change application.
End Product Labeling
When the module is installed in the host device, the FCC/IC ID label must be visible through a window on
the final device or it must be visible when an access panel, door or cover is easily re-moved. If not, a
second label must be placed on the outside of the final device that contains the following text: “Contains
FCC ID: XMR201905AG35LA”
The FCC ID/IC ID can be used only when all FCC/IC compliance requirements are met.
Antenna Installation
(1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users,
(2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
(3) Only antennas of the same type and with equal or less gains as shown below may be used with this
module. Other types of antennas and/or higher gain antennas may require additional authorization for
operation.
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Antenna type
GSM850
Gain (dBi)
GSM1900
Gain (dBi)
WCDMA
Band II Gain
(dBi)
WCDMA
Band IV Gain
(dBi)
WCDMA
Band V Gain
(dBi)
Fixed
External
Antenna
4.50
2.00
2.00
5.00
4.50
Antenna type
LTE Band 2
Gain (dBi)
LTE Band 4
Gain (dBi)
LTE Band 5
Gain (dBi)
LTE Band 7
Gain (dBi)
Fixed
External
Antenna
2.00
5.00
4.50
7.00
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In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for example certain laptop configurations or co-location
with another transmitter), then the FCC/IC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID/IC
ID cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for
re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC/IC authorization.
Manual Information to the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or
remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end product which integrates this module. The end
user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning as show in this manual.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 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.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate this equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
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conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
List of applicable FCC rules
This module has been tested and found to comply with part 22, part 24, part 27 requirements for Modular
Approval.
The modular transmitter is only FCC authorized for the specific rule parts (i.e., FCC transmitter
rules) listed on the grant, and that the host product manufacturer is responsible for compliance to
any other FCC rules that apply to the host not covered by the modular transmitter grant of
certification. If the grantee markets their product as being Part 15 Subpart B compliant (when it also
contains unintentional-radiator digital circuity), then the grantee shall provide a notice stating that
the final host product still requires Part 15 Subpart B compliance testing with the modular
transmitter installed.
This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following
conditions: (For module device use)
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be required. However, the
OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any additional compliance
requirements required with this module installed.
Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator &
your body.
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Full attention must be given to driving at all times in order to reduce the risk of an
accident. Using a mobile while driving (even with a handsfree kit) causes
distraction and can lead to an accident. Please comply with laws and regulations
restricting the use of wireless devices while driving.
Switch off the cellular terminal or mobile before boarding an aircraft. The operation
of wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference with
communication systems. If the device offers an Airplane Mode, then it should be
enabled prior to boarding an aircraft. Please consult the airline staff for more
restrictions on the use of wireless devices on boarding the aircraft.
Wireless devices may cause interference on sensitive medical equipment, so
please be aware of the restrictions on the use of wireless devices when in
hospitals, clinics or other healthcare facilities.
Cellular terminals or mobiles operating over radio signals and cellular network
cannot be guaranteed to connect in all possible conditions (for example, with
unpaid bills or with an invalid (U)SIM card). When emergent help is needed in such
conditions, please remember using emergency call. In order to make or receive a
call, the cellular terminal or mobile must be switched on in a service area with
adequate cellular signal strength.
The cellular terminal or mobile contains a transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it
receives and transmits radio frequency signals. RF interference can occur if it is
used close to TV set, radio, computer or other electric equipment.
In locations with potentially explosive atmospheres, obey all posted signs to turn
off wireless devices such as your phone or other cellular terminals. Areas with
potentially explosive atmospheres include fuelling areas, below decks on boats,
fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders, etc.
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1.1. Safety Information
The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, such as usage, service
or repair of any cellular terminal or mobile incorporating AG35 module. Manufacturers of the cellular
terminal should send the following safety information to users and operating personnel, and incorporate
these guidelines into all manuals supplied with the product. If not so, Quectel assumes no liability for
customers’ failure to comply with these precautions.
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Network
Type
AG35-CE
AG35-E
AG35-NA
AG35-LA
AG35-J
LTE-FDD
(with
Rx-diversity)
B1/B3/
B5/B8
B1/B3/B5/
B7/B8/B20/
B28
B2/B4/B5/
B7/B12/B13/
B17
B1/B2/B3/
B4/B5/B7/
B8/B28
B1/B3/B5/B8/
B9/B19/B21/
B28
LTE-TDD
(with
Rx-diversity)
B34/B38/
B39/B40/
B41
B38/B40
N/A
N/A
B41
WCDMA
(with
Rx-diversity)
B1/B8
B1/B5/B8
B2/B4/B5
B1/B2/B3/
B4/B5/B8
B1/B3/B5/
B6/B8/B19
TD-SCDMA
B34/B39
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
EVDO/CDMA
BC0 1)
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
GSM
900/1800MHz
900/1800MHz
850/1900MHz
850/900/
1800/1900MHz
N/A
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2Product Concept
2.1. General Description
AG35 is a series of automotive-grade LTE-FDD/LTE-TDD/WCDMA/TD-SCDMA/EVDO/CDMA/GSM
wireless communication module with LTE/WCDMA receive diversity. Engineered to meet the demanding
requirements in automotive applications and other harsh operating conditions, it offers a premium solution
for high performance automotive and intelligent transportation system (ITS) applications, such as fleet
management, onboard vehicle telematics, in-car entertainment systems, emergency calling, and roadside
assistance. It provides data connectivity on LTE-FDD, LTE-TDD, DC-HSDPA, HSPA+, HSDPA, HSUPA,
WCDMA, TD-SCDMA, EVDO, CDMA, EDGE and GPRS networks. Also it can provide GNSS and voice
functionality to meet customers’ specific application demands.
AG35 contains five variants: AG35-CE, AG35-E, AG35-NA, AG35-LA and AG35-J. Customers can
choose a dedicated type based on the region or operator. The following table shows the frequency bands
of AG35 series modules.
Class 4 (33dBm±2dB) for GSM850
Class 4 (33dBm±2dB) for EGSM900
Class 1 (30dBm±2dB) for DCS1800
Class 1 (30dBm±2dB) for PCS1900
Class E2 (27dBm±3dB) for GSM850 8-PSK
Class E2 (27dBm±3dB) for EGSM900 8-PSK
Class E2 (26dBm±3dB) for DCS1800 8-PSK
Class E2 (26dBm±3dB) for PCS1900 8-PSK
Class 3 (24dBm+2/-1dB) for EVDO/CDMA BC0
Class 3 (24dBm+1/-3dB) for WCDMA bands
Class 2 (24dBm+1/-3dB) for TD-SCDMA bands
Class 3 (23dBm±2dB) for LTE-FDD bands
Class 3 (23dBm±2dB) for LTE-TDD bands
LTE Features
Support up to non-CA Cat 4 FDD and TDD
Support 1.4 to 20MHz RF bandwidth
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AG35 is an SMD type module which can be embedded in applications through its 299-pin LGA pads. This,
coupled with its compact profile of 33.0mm × 37.5mm × 3.0mm, makes AG35 a ruggedized module for
the most demanding applications and environments.
2.2. Key Features
The following table describes the detailed features of AG35 module.
Table 2: AG35 Key Features
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Support Multiuser MIMO in DL direction
FDD: Max 150Mbps (DL)/50Mbps (UL)
TDD: Max 130Mbps (DL)/30Mbps (UL)
WCDMA Features
Support 3GPP R8 DC-HSDPA, HSPA+, HSDPA, HSUPA, WCDMA
Support QPSK, 16-QAM and 64-QAM modulation
DC-HSDPA: Max 42Mbps (DL)
HSUPA: Max 5.76Mbps (UL)
WCDMA: Max 384Kbps (DL)/384Kbps (UL)
TD-SCDMA Features
Support CCSA Release 3 TD-SCDMA
Max 4.2Mbps (DL)/2.2Mbps (UL)
CDMA2000 Features
Support 3GPP2 CDMA2000 1X Advanced, CDMA2000 1x EV-DO Rev.A
EVDO: Max 3.1Mbps (DL)/1.8Mbps (UL)
1X Advanced: Max 307.2Kbps (DL)/307.2Kbps (UL)
GSM Features
GPRS:
Support GPRS multi-slot class 33 (33 by default)
Coding scheme: CS-1, CS-2, CS-3 and CS-4
Max 107Kbps (DL)/85.6Kbps (UL)
EDGE:
Support EDGE multi-slot class 33 (33 by default)
Support GMSK and 8-PSK for different MCS (Modulation and Coding
Scheme)
Downlink coding schemes: CS 1-4 and MCS 1-9
Uplink coding schemes: CS 1-4 and MCS 1-9
Max 296Kbps (DL)/236.8Kbps (UL)
Internet Protocol Features
Support TCP/UDP/PPP/FTP/HTTP/NTP/PING/QMI/HTTPS/SMTP/MMS/
FTPS/SMTPS/SSL protocols
Support the protocols PAP (Password Authentication Protocol) and CHAP
(Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol) usually used for PPP
connections
SMS
Text and PDU mode
Point to point MO and MT
SMS cell broadcast
SMS storage: ME by default
(U)SIM Interface
Support USIM/SIM card: 1.8V, 3.0V
Audio Features
(Optional)
Built-in audio codec with two microphone inputs and one stereo output or
two mono outputs
GSM: HR/FR/EFR/AMR/AMR-WB
WCDMA: AMR/AMR-WB
LTE: AMR/AMR-WB
Support echo cancellation and noise suppression
PCM Interface
Used for audio function with external codec
Support 16-bit linear data format
Support long frame synchronization and short frame synchronization
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Support master and slave modes, but must be the master in long frame
synchronization
SGMII Interface (Optional)
Support 10/100/1000Mbps
WLAN Interface
Compliant with 802.11, 4-bit, 1.8V WLAN interface
SDIO Interfaces
SDIO1:
Compliant with SD 3.0 protocol
Used for WLAN function
SDIO2:
Compliant with SD 3.0 protocol
USB Interface
Compliant with USB 2.0 specification (slave only), and the data transfer
rate can reach up to 480Mbps
Used for AT command communication, data transmission, GNSS NMEA
output, software debugging and firmware upgrade
Support USB serial driver under Windows 7/8/8.1/10, Windows CE
5.0/6.0/7.0*, Linux 2.6/3.x/4.1~4.14, Android 4.x/5.x/6.x/7.x/8.x/9.x
HSIC Interface*
High-speed inter-chip USB electrical specification compliant
UART Interfaces
Main UART:
Used for AT command communication and data transmission
Baud rate reach up to 921600bps, 115200bps by default
Support RTS and CTS hardware flow control
UART2:
Used for BT function*
Baud rate reach up to 921600bps, 115200bps by default
Support RTS and CTS hardware flow control
Debug UART:
Used for Linux console and log output
115200bps baud rate
Rx-diversity
Support LTE/WCDMA Rx-diversity
GNSS Features
Gen8C-Lite of Qualcomm
Protocol: NMEA 0183
Data update rate: 1Hz by default and maximally up to 10Hz
AT Commands
3GPP TS 27.007/3GPP TS 27.005 AT commands and Quectel enhanced
AT commands
Network Indication
Two pins including NET_MODE and NET_STATUS to indicate network
connectivity status
Antenna Interface
Including main antenna interface (ANT_MAIN), Rx-diversity antenna
interface (ANT_DIV) and GNSS antenna interface (ANT_GNSS)
eCall temperature range: -40°C ~ +90°C 3)
Storage temperature range: -40°C ~ +95°C
Firmware Upgrade
USB interface
DFOTA
RoHS
All hardware components are fully compliant with EU RoHS directive
1. 1) Within operation temperature range, the module is 3GPP compliant, and emergency call can be
dialed out with a maximum power and data rate.
2. 2) Within extended temperature range, the module remains fully functional and retains the ability to
establish and maintain a voice, SMS, data transmission, emergency call, etc. There is no
unrecoverable malfunction. There are also no effects on radio spectrum and no harm to radio
network. Only one or more parameters like P
out
might reduce in their value and exceed the specified
tolerances. When the temperature returns to normal operation temperature levels, the module will
meet 3GPP specifications again.
3. 3) Within eCall temperature range, the emergency call function must be functional until the module is
broken. When the ambient temperature is between 75°C and 90°C and the module temperature has
reached the threshold value, the module will trigger protective measures (such as reduce power,
decrease throughput, unregister the device, etc.) to ensure the full function of emergency call.
4. “*” means under development.
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2.3. Functional Diagram
The following figure shows a block diagram of AG35 and illustrates the major functional parts.
Power management
Baseband
DDR+NAND flash
Radio frequency
Peripheral interface
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Baseband
PMIC
Transceiver
NAND
DDR2
SDRAM
PA
PAM
LNA
Switch
ANT_MAINANT_DIVANT_GNSS
VBAT_BB
VBAT_RF
APT
PWRKEY
ADCs
VDD_EXT
RESET_N
19.2M
XO
STATUS
SAW
Control
IQControl
Duplex
SAW
Tx
PRxDRx
PCM SGMII WLAN SDIOs USB (U)SIM I2CS UARTs HSIC*
PM_ENABLENET_STATUS
STATUS
BT_EN*
Audio
SPKS MICS
SHDN_N
RTC
SAW
“*” means under development.
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Figure 1: Functional Diagram
2.4. Evaluation Board
In order to help customers develop applications with AG35 conveniently, Quectel supplies the evaluation
board (EVB), USB data cable, earphone, antenna and other peripherals to control or test the module. For
more details, please refer to document [3].
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“*” means under development.
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3Application Interfaces
3.1. General Description
AG35 is equipped with 299-pin LGA pads that can be connected to cellular application platform.
Sub-interfaces included in these pads are described in detail in the following sub-chapters: