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Product Technical Specification and User Guide

AirLink GL8200

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Important Notice

Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless modem are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the Sierra Wireless modem should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. Sierra Wireless accepts no responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using the Sierra Wireless modem, or for failure of the Sierra Wireless modem to transmit or receive such data.

Safety and Hazards

Do not operate the Sierra Wireless modem in areas where cellular modems are not advised without proper device certifications. These areas include environments where cellular radio can interfere such as explosive atmospheres, medical equipment, or any other equipment which may be susceptible to any form of radio interference. The Sierra Wireless modem can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment. Do not operate the Sierra Wireless modem in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. In aircraft, the Sierra Wireless modem MUST BE POWERED OFF. When operating, the Sierra Wireless modem can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard systems.

Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door

is open. Sierra Wireless modems may be used at this time.

The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sierra Wireless modem while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or operator’s control and operation of that vehicle. In some states and provinces, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence.

Limitations of Liability

This manual is provided “as is”. Sierra Wireless makes no warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, including any implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or noninfringement. The recipient of the manual shall endorse all risks arising from its use.

The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Sierra Wireless. SIERRA WIRELESS AND ITS AFFILIATES SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, GENERAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR REVENUE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY SIERRA WIRELESS PRODUCT, EVEN IF SIERRA WIRELESS AND/OR ITS AFFILIATES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR THEY ARE FORESEEABLE OR FOR CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PARTY.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall Sierra Wireless and/or its affiliates aggregate liability arising under or in connection with the Sierra Wireless product, regardless of the number of events, occurrences, or claims giving rise to liability, be in excess of the price paid by the purchaser for the Sierra Wireless product.

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Corporate and product information

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Patents

This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc. This product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM®. This product is manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more patents

licensed from InterDigital Group and MMP Portfolio Licensing.

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Contact Information

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Version

Date

Updates

1.0

September 03, 2014

Creation

2.0

March 17, 2015

Updated:

 2.2.1.1 Power Supply  Table 29 Handling Resistance Stress Tests

2.1

April 01, 2015

Updated Figure 3 Mechanical Drawing

2.2

May 04, 2015

Updated section 8 Certification Compliance and Recommended Standards

June 05, 2015

Updated:

 4.1 Communications Testing  6.2.2 Serial Port Shutdown Mode  9 Cables and Accessories  15 Appendix A: Packaging  16 Appendix B: Product Labeling

Changed pin 5 of the Micro-Fit connector to “Reserved”

June 17, 2015

Updated:

 Baud rate to 115,200 bps  2.2.1.2.3 2-wire Serial Interface Hardware Design  Table 30 Standards Conformity for the GL8200  Figure 11 Adaptive Cable for the GL8200  Appendix B: Product Labeling

3.0

September 07, 2015

Updated:

 Table 8 Effects of Power Supply Overload/Underload  11.1 Power Supply

Deleted 11.2 Overvoltage

4.0

February 22, 2016

Updated 9.1.1 8-pin Micro-Fit Edge

4.1

March 07, 2016

Updated:

 2.2.1 8-pin Micro-Fit Connector  Table 31 8-pin Micro-Fit Pin Description of the Adaptive Cable

4.2

March 09, 2016

Updated Micro-Fit connector pin numbers throughout the document

4.3

March 11, 2016

Updated:

 Table 6 Micro-Fit Connector Pin Description  Table 7 Input Power Supply Voltage  Table 9 Serial Link Pin Description from the Micro-Fit Connector

(CN201)

 Figure 8 4-wire Serial Link Implementation  2.2.1.2.3 2-wire Serial Interface Hardware Design

5.0

September 06, 2016

Deleted 9.3 Antenna

6.0

October 19, 2016

Updated:

 Note below Table 6 Micro-Fit Connector Pin Description  Appendix B: Product Labeling

7.0

November 07, 2016

Updated Table 6 Micro-Fit Connector Pin Description

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Document History

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1. OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................ 10

1.1. General Information ......................................................................................................... 10

1.1.1. Physical Dimensions ................................................................................................ 10

1.1.2. RF Features ............................................................................................................. 11

1.1.3. Interfaces.................................................................................................................. 11

1.1.4. Connection Interfaces .............................................................................................. 11

1.1.5. Environmental Compliance ...................................................................................... 11

1.1.5.1. RoHS Compliance ........................................................................................... 11

1.1.5.2. Disposing of the Product ................................................................................. 12

1.2. Functional Architecture .................................................................................................... 12

1.2.1. RF Functionalities .................................................................................................... 12

1.2.2. Operating System .................................................................................................... 13

1.3. Mechanical Specifications ............................................................................................... 14

1.3.1. Mechanical Drawings ............................................................................................... 14

1.3.2. Product Color ........................................................................................................... 15

2. INTERFACES/PERIPHERALS........................................................................... 16

2.1. Front Interface ................................................................................................................. 16

2.1.1. SIM Interface ............................................................................................................ 16

2.1.2. Flash LED................................................................................................................. 17

2.2. Back Interface .................................................................................................................. 18

2.2.1. 8-pin Micro-Fit Connector ......................................................................................... 18

2.2.1.1. Power Supply .................................................................................................. 19

2.2.1.2. Serial Link (RS232) ......................................................................................... 19

2.2.2. RF Interface ............................................................................................................. 22

2.2.2.1. RF Connections ............................................................................................... 22

2.2.2.2. RF Performances ............................................................................................ 22

2.2.2.3. Antenna Specifications .................................................................................... 22

3. USING THE GL8200 .......................................................................................... 24

3.1. Getting Started ................................................................................................................ 24

3.1.1. Inserting the SIM Card ............................................................................................. 25

3.1.2. Extracting the SIM Card ........................................................................................... 26

3.2. Operational Status ........................................................................................................... 26

4. COMMUNICATING WITH THE GL8200 ............................................................ 27

4.1. Communications Testing ................................................................................................. 27

4.1.1. Default Serial Interface ............................................................................................. 27

4.1.2. Flow Control Option ................................................................................................. 27

4.2. Checking the PIN Code Status ........................................................................................ 28

4.3. Verify the Received Signal Strength ................................................................................ 28

4.4. Verify the Network Registration ....................................................................................... 29

4.5. Main AT Commands for the GL8200 ............................................................................... 30

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4.6. Echo Function .................................................................................................................. 31

5. TROUBLESHOOTING THE GL8200 ................................................................. 32

5.1. No Communications with the GL8200 through the Serial Link........................................ 32

5.2. Receiving an “ERROR” Message .................................................................................... 33

5.3. Receiving a “NO CARRIER” Message ............................................................................ 33

5.4. Resetting the GL8200...................................................................................................... 34

6. POWER CONSUMPTION .................................................................................. 35

6.1. Consumption Measurement Procedure........................................................................... 35

6.1.1. Hardware Configuration ........................................................................................... 35

6.1.1.1. Equipment ....................................................................................................... 35

6.1.1.2. SIM Cards ........................................................................................................ 36

6.1.2. Software Configuration ............................................................................................. 36

6.1.2.1. Modem Configuration ...................................................................................... 36

6.1.2.2. Equipment Configuration ................................................................................. 36

6.2. Operating Modes ............................................................................................................. 37

6.2.1. Entering Sleep Mode ................................................................................................ 37

6.2.2. Serial Port Shutdown Mode ..................................................................................... 38

6.3. Power Consumption Values ............................................................................................ 38

7. RELIABILITY COMPLIANCE AND RECOMMENDATIONS .............................. 40

7.1. Environmental Specifications .......................................................................................... 40

7.1.1. Function Status Classification .................................................................................. 40

7.2. Reliability Prediction Model ............................................................................................. 41

7.2.1. Life Stress Test ........................................................................................................ 41

7.2.2. Environmental Resistance Stress Tests .................................................................. 41

7.2.3. Corrosive Resistance Stress Test ............................................................................ 42

7.2.4. Thermal Resistance Cycle Stress Test .................................................................... 42

7.2.5. Mechanical Resistance Stress Tests ....................................................................... 43

7.2.6. Handling Resistance Stress Tests ........................................................................... 44

8. CERTIFICATION COMPLIANCE AND RECOMMENDED STANDARDS ......... 45

9. CABLES AND ACCESSORIES ......................................................................... 46

9.1. Adaptive Cable ................................................................................................................ 46

9.1.1. 8-pin Micro-Fit Edge ................................................................................................. 46

9.1.2. DB9 Edge ................................................................................................................. 47

9.1.3. 2-pin Micro-Fit Edge ................................................................................................. 48

9.2. DC Cable ......................................................................................................................... 48

10. MECHANICAL CONSTRAINTS ......................................................................... 49

10.1. Micro-Fit Connector ......................................................................................................... 49

10.2. FME RF Connector .......................................................................................................... 49

11. PROTECTIONS ................................................................................................ .. 50

11.1. Power Supply .................................................................................................................. 50

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11.2. Electrostatic Discharge .................................................................................................... 50

11.3. Miscellaneous .................................................................................................................. 50

12. UPGRADE GUIDELINES ................................................................................... 51

12.1. Operating System Upgrade ............................................................................................. 51

12.2. Firmware Upgrade ........................................................................................................... 51

13. REFERENCES ................................................................................................... 52

13.1. Sierra Wireless Reference Documentation ..................................................................... 52

13.2. General Reference Documentation ................................................................................. 52

13.3. List of Abbreviations ........................................................................................................ 52

14. SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS (FOR INFORMATION ONLY) ....................... 55

14.1. RF Safety ......................................................................................................................... 55

14.1.1. General ..................................................................................................................... 55

14.1.2. Exposure to RF Energy ............................................................................................ 55

14.1.3. Efficient Terminal Operation..................................................................................... 55

14.1.4. Antenna Care and Replacement .............................................................................. 56

14.2. General Safety ................................................................................................................. 56

14.2.1. Driving ...................................................................................................................... 56

14.2.2. Electronic Devices .................................................................................................... 56

14.2.3. Vehicle Electronic Equipment .................................................................................. 56

14.2.4. Medical Electronic Equipment .................................................................................. 56

14.2.5. Aircraft ...................................................................................................................... 57

14.2.6. Children .................................................................................................................... 57

14.2.7. Blasting Areas .......................................................................................................... 57

14.2.8. Potentially Explosive Atmospheres .......................................................................... 57

15. APPENDIX A: PACKAGING .............................................................................. 58

16. APPENDIX B: PRODUCT LABELING ............................................................... 59

16.1. Model and MSN Label ..................................................................................................... 59

16.2. IMEI and Approval Label ................................................................................................. 60

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List of Figures

Figure 1. AirLink GL8200 Modem ................................................................................................... 10

Figure 2. Functional Architecture .................................................................................................... 12

Figure 3. Mechanical Drawing ........................................................................................................ 14

Figure 4. GL8200 Front View ......................................................................................................... 16

Figure 5. GL8200 Back View .......................................................................................................... 18

Figure 6. Pin Assignment of the 8-pin Micro-Fit Connector ............................................................ 18

Figure 7. 5-wire RS232 Serial Link Signals .................................................................................... 20

Figure 8. 4-wire Serial Link Implementation ................................................................................... 21

Figure 9. 2-wire Serial Link Implementation ................................................................................... 21

Figure 10. Typical Hardware Configuration ...................................................................................... 35

Figure 11. Adaptive Cable for the GL8200 ....................................................................................... 46

Figure 12. 8-pin Micro-Fit Edge of the Adaptive Cable .................................................................... 46

Figure 13. DB9 Edge of the Adaptation Cable ................................................................................. 47

Figure 14. 2-pin Micro-Fit Edge of the Adaptive Cable .................................................................... 48

Figure 15. Pin Assignment of the 2-pin Micro-Fit Edge .................................................................... 48

Figure 16. DC Cable ......................................................................................................................... 48

Figure 17. Pin Assignment of the DC Cable ..................................................................................... 48

Figure 18. Two Pizza Boxes in an Outer Box ................................................................................... 58

Figure 19. GL8200 in a Pizza Box .................................................................................................... 58

Figure 20. Model and MSN Label ..................................................................................................... 59

Figure 21. IMEI and Approval Label ................................................................................................. 60

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List of Tables

Table 1. Box Casing Properties ..................................................................................................... 10

Table 2. Supported Bands/Connectivity ........................................................................................ 12

Table 3. Available Interface Signals .............................................................................................. 16

Table 4. SIM Interface Electrical Characteristics .......................................................................... 17

Table 5. LED Status ...................................................................................................................... 17

Table 6. Micro-Fit Connector Pin Description................................................................................ 18

Table 7. Input Power Supply Voltage ............................................................................................ 19

Table 8. Effects of Power Supply Overload/Underload ................................................................. 19

Table 9. Serial Link Pin Description from the Micro-Fit Connector (CN201) ................................. 20

Table 10. FME Antenna Connector of GL8200 ............................................................................... 22

Table 11. Antenna Specifications .................................................................................................... 22

Table 12. AT+CPIN Responses ...................................................................................................... 28

Table 13. Received Signal Strength Values .................................................................................... 28

Table 14. Network Registration Values ........................................................................................... 29

Table 15. Main AT Commands for the GL8200 .............................................................................. 30

Table 16. Solutions for No Connection with the GL8200 through the (2-wire) Serial Link .............. 32

Table 17. Solutions for Receiving a “NO CARRIER” Message ....................................................... 33

Table 18. Extended Error Codes ..................................................................................................... 34

Table 19. List of Recommended Equipment ................................................................................... 36

Table 20. Operating Modes ............................................................................................................. 37

Table 21. Power Consumption (Typical Values) ............................................................................. 38

Table 22. Operating Class Temperature Range ............................................................................. 40

Table 23. ISO Failure Mode Severity Classification ........................................................................ 40

Table 24. Life Stress Test................................................................................................................ 41

Table 25. Environmental Resistance Stress Tests ......................................................................... 41

Table 26. Corrosive Resistance Stress Test ................................................................................... 42

Table 27. Thermal Resistance Cycle Stress Test ........................................................................... 42

Table 28. Mechanical Resistance Stress Tests .............................................................................. 43

Table 29. Handling Resistance Stress Tests .................................................................................. 44

Table 30. Standards Conformity for the GL8200 ............................................................................ 45

Table 31. 8-pin Micro-Fit Pin Description of the Adaptive Cable..................................................... 46

Table 32. DB9 Connector Pin Description ....................................................................................... 47

Table 33. 2-pin Micro-Fit Connector Pin Description ...................................................................... 48

Table 34. DC Cable Pin Description ................................................................................................ 48

Table 35. Micro-Fit Connector Mechanical Constraints .................................................................. 49

Table 36. FME RF Connector Mechanical Constraints ................................................................... 49

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1. Overview

Dimension

Value

Length

67mm

Width

51.5mm

Thickness

23.7mm

Weight

60.5g

The AirLink GL8200 is a wireless modem that allows users to connect to a wireless network by plugging in a Micro-Fit cable and an RF antenna. It offers data connectivity on GPRS, EDGE, WCDMA, HSDPA and HSUPA networks; and was designed by using the AirPrime HL8548 embedded module.

The following section provides information about the physical attributes and briefly summarizes the modem’s features, interfaces and connectors.

1.1. General Information

1.1.1. Physical Dimensions

Figure 1. AirLink GL8200 Modem

The modem has a complete box casing with the following properties.

Table 1. Box Casing Properties

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1.1.2. RF Features

 GSM/GPRS/EDGE

 2 Watts GSM850 and EGSM 900 radio section  1 Watt DCS and PCS radio section  Hardware GPRS/EDGE class 33 capable

 WCDMA

 Penta-band UMTS WCDMA FDD (850 MHz (B5/B6), 900MHz (B8), 1900 MHz (B2),

2100MHz (B1))

 23 dBm (+/- 2dBm) Class 3bis

1.1.3. Interfaces

 3V/1V8 SIM interface  RF interface  5-wire Serial link (RS232) interface  Power supply DC input from 4.75V to 32V  Flash LED indicator

1.1.4. Connection Interfaces

 One SIM connector  One FME (PLUG) type RF connector  One 8-pin Micro-Fit connector for serial link (RS232) and power supply

1.1.5. Environmental Compliance

1.1.5.1. RoHS Compliance

The modem is compliant with RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU which sets limits for the use of certain

restricted hazardous substances. This directive states that “from 1st July 2006, new electrical and

electronic equipment put on the market does not contain lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) or polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)”.

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This electronic product is subject to the EU Directive 2012/19/EU for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). As such, this product must not be disposed of at a municipal waste collection point. Please refer to local regulations for directions on how to dispose of this product in an environmental friendly manner.

RF Band

Transmit band (Tx)

Receive band (Rx)

Maximum Output Power

UMTS B1

1922 to1978 MHz

2112 to 2168 MHz

23 dBm (+/- 2dBm) Class 3bis

UMTS B2

1852 to 1908 MHz

1932 to 1988 MHz

23 dBm (+/- 2dBm) Class 3bis

UMTS B5

826 to 847 MHz

871 to 892 MHz

23 dBm (+/- 2dBm) Class 3bis

UMTS B6

832 to 838 MHz

877 to 883 MHz

23 dBm (+/- 2dBm) Class 3bis

UMTS B8

882 to 913 MHz

927 to 958 MHz

23 dBm (+/- 2dBm) Class 3bis

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1.1.5.2. Disposing of the Product

1.2. Functional Architecture

The global architecture is shown in the figure below.

Figure 2. Functional Architecture

1.2.1. RF Functionalities

The Radio Frequency (RF) range complies with the 3GPP requirements. The corresponding frequency recommendations for both transmission and reception bands are listed in the table below.

Table 2. Supported Bands/Connectivity

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RF Band

Transmit band (Tx)

Receive band (Rx)

Maximum Output Power

GSM 850

824 to 849 MHz

869 to 894 MHz

2 Watts GSM, GPRS and EDGE

E-GSM 900

880 to 915 MHz

925 to 960 MHz

2 Watts GSM, GPRS and EDGE

DCS 1800

1710 to 1785 MHz

1805 to 1880 MHz

1 Watt GSM, GPRS and EDGE

PCS 1900

1850 to 1910 MHz

1930 to 1990 MHz

1 Watt GSM, GPRS and EDGE

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1.2.2. Operating System

The operating system of the modem is responsible for the following functions:

 Drives the modem via an AT Command interface over a serial port  Real Time Clock (RTC) with calendar  Dual-mode UMTS (WCDMA) / HSDPA / HSUPA / EDGE / GPRS / GSM operation

Note: The GL8200 is not programmable.

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1.3. Mechanical Specifications

1.3.1. Mechanical Drawings

Figure 3. Mechanical Drawing

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1.3.2. Product Color

The GL8200 comes in:

OSAKI BLACK

Muncell 10B 1.5/0.5 DIC 581B (PANTONE 426C) C5%M5%Y0or5%K90% R24G25B26 HTML: #18191A

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2. Interfaces/Peripherals

Name

Driven by AT Commands

Serial Link (RS232)

Yes

SIM Interface

Yes

LED Signal

Yes

LED Indicator

SIM Interface

This section describes the different connectors, interfaces and peripherals that connect with the modem.

The modem is distributed in the market as a finished product with the following interfaces:

 an 8-pin Micro-Fit Connector  an FME RF Connector  a Flash LED Indicator  a SIM Connector

The interface signals available from the modem are listed in the following table. For more information about these signals, refer to the corresponding chapters.

Table 3. Available Interface Signals

2.1. Front Interface

Figure 4. GL8200 Front View

2.1.1. SIM Interface

The Subscriber Identification Module can be directly inserted in the modem through the SIM door. The SIM interface controls both 1.8V and 3V SIM cards and it is fully compliant with GSM 11.11

recommendations concerning SIM functions. The SIM interface is ESD protected. Transient Voltage Suppressor diodes are internally added on the

signals connected to the SIM interface in order to prevent any damage from electrostatic discharge.

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Parameter

Minimum

Typical

Maximum

Remarks

SIM Interface Voltage (V) (VCC,CLK,IO,RST)

2.7

3.0

3.15

The appropriate output voltage is auto-detected and selected by software.

1.65

1.80

1.95

SIM-DET

1.33

1.80

2.10

High active

SIM-VCC Current (mA)

- - 10

In sleep mode Max output current = 3mA

SIM-VCC Line Regulation (mV/V)

- - 50

At Iout_Max

SIM-VCC Power-up Setting Time from power down (us)

10 -

Modem State

LED Status

Modem Status

Permanently lighted

The modem is powered ON, but not registered in the network.

Slow flash (LED is switched ON for 200ms, OFF for 2s)

The modem is powered ON, and registered in the network.

Quick flash (LED is switched ON for 200ms, OFF for 600ms)

The modem powered ON, registered on the network, and communication is in progress.

OFF

The modem is either switched OFF or the FLASH-LED has been disabled by the user.

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The SIM uses five SIM signals, namely:

 SIM-VCC, which is the SIM power supply  SIM-RST, which is reset  SIM-CLK, is clock  SIM-IO, as the I/O port  SIM-DET, for SIM detection

Refer to the following table for the electrical characteristics of the SIM interface.

Table 4. SIM Interface Electrical Characteristics

2.1.2. Flash LED

The GL8200 has an LED indicator to show the status of the GSM network.

Table 5. LED Status

The Flash LED can be

 deactivated by the AT command AT+KSYNC=0  activated by the AT command AT+KSYNC=2,4

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

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Pin #

Signal

I/O

I/O Type

Voltage

Description

RS232-CTS

RS-232

-5.5V to 5.5V

Clear To Send

RS232-RTS

RS-232

-5.5V to 5.5V

Request To Send

RS232-RXD

RS-232

-5.5V to 5.5V

Receive Serial Data

RS232-TXD

RS-232

-5.5V to 5.5V

Transmit Serial Data

RS232-DTR

RS-232

-5.5V to 5.5V

Data Terminal Ready

GND

Ground

VIN-VBUS

Power Supply

4.75V to 32V

4.75V to 32V DC input

8 - - - -

Reserved

8-pin Micro-Fit Connector

RF Interface

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2.2. Back Interface

Figure 5. GL8200 Back View

2.2.1. 8-pin Micro-Fit Connector

The 8-pin Micro-Fit connector is used for the following connections:

 External DC power supply connection with voltage from 4.75V to 32V  Serial link (RS232) interface

Figure 6. Pin Assignment of the 8-pin Micro-Fit Connector

Table 6. Micro-Fit Connector Pin Description

Note: Pins 1 – 5 are used by the serial link interface. It is strictly prohibited to connect them to any power

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Pin Number

Signal

Description

GND

Ground connection

VIN-VBUS

4.75V to 32V DC input

If the voltage

Then

Falls below 4.75V

Wireless communication is not guaranteed.

Is over 32V (transient peaks)

External protection should be implemented on the GL8200.

Is over 32V (continuous over voltage)

External protection should be implemented on the GL8200.

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2.2.1.1. Power Supply

The GL8200 is supplied by an external DC voltage (VIN-VBUS) that ranges from 4.75V to 32V at

2.2A. This input is available on the modem from the 8-pin Micro-Fit connector.

Table 7. Input Power Supply Voltage

Note that the correct operation of the GL8200 in communication mode is not guaranteed if input voltage (VIN-VBUS) falls below 4.75V.

The following table describes the consequences of having the GL8200 go either over or under the specified voltage range.

Table 8. Effects of Power Supply Overload/Underload

Note: The minimum input voltage specified here is the GL8200 input. Be mindful of the input voltage

decrease caused by the power cable. When using the cable that comes with the GL8200, this input drop is at around 800mV at 4.75V and 220mV at 32V.

The power supply must withstand a current peak of 2.8A in 4.75V input voltage. Refer to Table 21 Power Consumption (Typical Values) for more current information.

2.2.1.2. Serial Link (RS232)

The modem’s serial link, RS232, performs the voltage level adaptation (V24/CMOS) between the GL8200 (DCE) and external applications (DTE).

The RS232 interface is internally protected against electrostatic surges on its lines by ESD protection. The RS232 interface has the following filtering guarantees:

 EMI/RFI protection on both the input and the output  Signal smoothing

Signals available on the RS232 serial link are as follows:

 TX data (RS232-TXD)  RX data (RS232-RXD)  Request To Send (RS232-RTS)  Clear To Send (RS232-CTS)  Data Terminal Ready (RS232-DTR)

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Modem

(DCE)

DTE

RS232-TXD

GND

RS232-RXD

RS232-RTS

RS232-CTS

RS232-DTR

RTS

CTS

DTR

Pin #

Signal*

I/O**

I/O Type

Reset State

Description

RS232-CTS

RS-232

Clear To Send

RS232-RTS

RS-232

Request To Send

RS232-RXD

RS-232

Receive Serial Data

RS232-TXD

RS-232

Transmit Serial Data

RS232-DTR

RS-232

Data Terminal Ready

GND

Ground

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Figure 7. 5-wire RS232 Serial Link Signals

2.2.1.2.1. Pin Description

Table 9. Serial Link Pin Description from the Micro-Fit Connector (CN201)

The RS232 interface has been designed to allow flexibility in the use of the serial interface signals. However, the use of TX and RX signals are mandatory; while the use of CTS, RTS and DTR signals are optional.

Note: The modem is designed to operate with Hardware Flow Control. It is recommended to use RS232-

2.2.1.2.2. 4-wire Serial Interface Hardware Design

The signals used in this interface hardware design are as follows:

* According to PC (DTE) view. ** According to modem (DCE) view, from which the direction of the signal is defined.

RTS and RS232-CTS for hardware flow control in order to avoid data corruption during transmission.

The modem also implements the Serial Port Shutdown feature with the DTR signal. It is recommended to use RS232-DTR signal to benefit from the current consumption improvement performed by this feature. For more information about the Serial Port Shutdown, refer to section

6.2.2 Serial Port Shutdown Mode.

 RS232-TXD  RS232-RXD  RS232-CTS  RS232-RTS

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Modem

(DCE)

DTE

RS232-TXD

GND

RS232-RXD

RS232-RTS

RS232-DTR

RTS

CTS

DTR

RS232-CTS

Modem

(DCE)

DTE

RS232-TXD

GND

RS232-RXD

RS232-RTS

RTS

CTS

RS232-CTS

RS232-DTR

DTR

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Figure 8. 4-wire Serial Link Implementation

Note: The RS232-DTR signal must be managed following the V24 protocol signaling if the Sleep Mode

and Serial Port Shutdown features are to be used.

2.2.1.2.3. 2-wire Serial Interface Hardware Design

This is the default serial interface configuration when the module is shipped. The signals used in this interface hardware design are as follows:

 RS232-TXD  RS232-RXD

Figure 9. 2-wire Serial Link Implementation

Note: When reverting to a 2-wire serial interface implementation from either a 5-wire or 4-wire

implementation, the modem must be configured using AT commands AT+KGPIO=7,0 and AT+KSLEEP=2 before the 2-wire serial interface is re-implemented.

The RS232-DTR signal must be managed following the V24 protocol signaling if the Sleep Mode and Serial Port Shutdown features are to be used.

The RS232-CTS and RS232-RTS signals are not used in this configuration. If needed, AT commands AT&K3 and AT&W0 can be used to enable the flow control function on the embedded module.

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548 in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

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Supplier

Description

Vendor Part Number

Amphenol CNT

FME Coaxial Connector, PCB Mounted, 50Ω, DC-3GHz, MIL-STD-348

FME-JYWHD-2

Characteristics

GSM850 and WCDMA B5/B6

EGSM900 and WCDMA B8

DCS1800

PCS1900 and WCDMA B2

WCDMA B1

TX Frequency

824 to 849 MHz

880 to 915 MHz

1710 to 1785 MHz

1850 to 1910 MHz

1920 to 1980 MHz

RX Frequency

869 to 894 MHz

925 to 960 MHz

1805 to 1880 MHz

1930 to 1990 MHz

2110 to 2170 MHz

User Guide

2.2.2. RF Interface

The antenna connector allows the transmission of radio frequency (RF) signals from the device to an external customer supplied antenna. The connector is an FME Coaxial Connector (male).

The nominal impedance of the antenna interface is 50Ω.

Table 10. FME Antenna Connector of GL8200

2.2.2.1. RF Connections

A wide variety of cables fitted with FME connectors is offered by Amphenol CNT.

2.2.2.2. RF Performances

RF performances are compliant with the ETSI recommendation GSM05.05. Listed below are the main parameters for both the Receiver and the Transmitter.

The main parameters for the Receiver are:

 GSM850/E-GSM900 Reference Sensitivity = -109dBm (typical)  DCS1800/PCS1900 Reference Sensitivity = -108dBm (typical)  UMTS (WCDMA) B1/B2/B5/B6/B8 Reference Sensitivity = -110dBm (typical)

The main parameters for the Transmitter are:

 Maximum output power of GSM850/E-GSM: 33dBm +/- 2dB at ambient temperature  Maximum output power of DCS1800/PCS1900: 30dBm +/- 2dB at ambient temperature  Maximum output power of UMTS (WCDMA) B1/B2/B5/B6/B8: 23 dBm (+/- 2dBm) Class 3bis

2.2.2.3. Antenna Specifications

The antenna should fulfill the requirements listed in the table below. The optimum operating frequency will depend on the application. A penta-band antenna will work in

the following frequency bands and should have the following characteristics.

Table 11. Antenna Specifications

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Characteristics

GSM850 and WCDMA B5/B6

EGSM900 and WCDMA B8

DCS1800

PCS1900 and WCDMA B2

WCDMA B1 Impedance

50Ω

VSWR Rx max

1.5:1

Tx max

1.5:1

Typical radiated gain

0dBi in one direction at least

User Guide

Note: Both mechanical and electrical antenna adaptations are key issues in the design of the terminal.

It is strongly recommended to work with an antenna manufacturer to either develop an antenna adapted to the application or to adapt an existing solution to the application.

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3. Using the GL8200

1. Insert the SIM card into the SIM card socket. (Refer to section 3.1.1 Inserting the SIM Card and 3.1.2 Extracting the SIM Card for more details on how to insert and extract the SIM card from the GL8200.)

2. Connect the antenna to the FME RF connector.

3. Plug the power supply cable into the GL8200 and switch on the external power supply source.

3.1. Getting Started

To setup the GL8200, follow the procedures shown below.

Note: For automotive applications, it is recommended to connect the VIN-VBUS line of the GL8200

directly to the positive terminal of the battery.

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1. Prepare the SIM card in the correct position as shown in the figure.

2. Slide the SIM card into the SIM holder.

3. Use a tool to help push the SIM card into the SIM holder. Push the SIM card all the way in until you hear a clicking sound.

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3.1.1. Inserting the SIM Card

In order to insert the SIM card into the GL8200, follow the procedure shown below.

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1. Use a tool to further push the SIM card into the SIM holder. Push until you hear a clicking sound.

2. The SIM card should spring out a little bit after the clicking sound.

3. Extract the SIM card from the GL8200.

User Guide

3.1.2. Extracting the SIM Card

In order to extract the SIM card from the GL8200, follow the procedure shown below.

3.2. Operational Status

The GL8200’s operational status is defined by an LED, which is located next to the SIM connector on the modem’s panel. Refer to section 2.1.2 Flash LED for more information.

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4. Communicating with the GL8200

After setting up the GL8200, communications can be established by directly sending AT commands to the device using terminal software such as HyperTerminal for MS Windows. The following subsections describe how this is done.

4.1. Communications Testing

4.1.1. Default Serial Interface

The default serial interface is 2-wire. To perform a communications test after the GL8200 has been setup, do the following:

 Connect the RS232 link between the external application (DTE) and the GL8200 (DCE).  Configure the RS232 port of the DTE as follows:

 Bits per second: 115,200 bps  Data bits: 8  Parity: None  Stop bits: 1  Flow control: None

 Using a communication software such as HyperTerminal, enter:

AT

 When communications have been established, the GL8200 will respond with an “OK”, which is

displayed in the HyperTerminal window.

If communications cannot be established with the GL8200, do the following:

 Check the RS232 connection between the application (DTE) and the GL8200 (DCE).  Check the configuration of the port COM used on the DTE

4.1.2. Flow Control Option

To activate hardware flow control in 5-wire and 4-wire serial interfaces, do the following:

 Configure the RS232 port of the DTE as follows:

 Bits per second: 115,200 bps  Data bits: 8  Parity: None  Stop bits: 1  Flow control: hardware

 Using a communication software such as HyperTerminal, enter:

AT&K3 and AT&W0

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AT+CPIN Responses

Description

+CPIN: READY

PIN Code has been entered

+CPIN: SIM PIN

PIN Code has not been entered

Value of Received Signal Strength Indication (<rssi>)

Interpretation of the Received Signal Strength

0 – 10

Insufficient*

11 – 31

Sufficient*

32 – 98

Not defined

No measure available

User Guide

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548 in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

4.2. Checking the PIN Code Status

To check if a pin code has been entered, do the following:

 Using a communication software such as HyperTerminal, enter the AT command AT+CPIN?  Refer to the table below for the meaning of the AT command response.

Table 12. AT+CPIN Responses

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

4.3. Verify the Received Signal Strength

The GL8200 establishes a call only if the received signal is sufficiently strong. To verify the received signal strength, do the following:

 Using a communication software such as HyperTerminal, enter the AT command AT+CSQ.

The response returned has the following format:

+CSQ: <rssi>,<ber> with:

<rssi> = received signal strength indication <ber> = channel bit error rate

 Verify the <rssi> value returned using the table below.

Table 13. Received Signal Strength Values

* Based on general observations.

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Returned Values <mode>,<stat>

Network Registration

+CREG: 0,0

No (not registered)

+CREG: 0,1

Yes (registered, home network)

+CREG: 0,5

Yes (registered, roaming)

User Guide

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

4.4. Verify the Network Registration

To verify the GL8200’s network registration, ensure that a valid SIM card has been inserted into the GL8200 SIM card holder (when using Embedded SIM, verify that the device has been registered by the network provider) and do the following:

 Using a communication software such as HyperTerminal, enter the following AT commands:

AT+CPIN=”xxxx” (to enter PIN code xxxx) AT+CREG? (to ascertain the registration status)

The response returned has the following format:

+CREG: <mode>,<stat> where:

<mode> = unsolicited registration message configuration <stat> = registration state

 Verify the state of registration according to the returned values given in the table below.

Table 14. Network Registration Values

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

If the GL8200 is not registered on the network, perform the following procedures:

 Check the connection between the GL8200 and the antenna.  Verify the signal strength to determine the received signal strength (refer to section 4.3 Verify

the Received Signal Strength for more information).

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Description

AT Commands

Response

Notes

Enter PIN code

AT+CPIN=”xxxx”

(xxxx = PIN code)

PIN Code is accepted.

+CME ERROR: 16

Incorrect PIN Code (with +CMEE = 1 mode)*

+CME ERROR: 3

PIN code has already been entered (with +CMEE = 1 mode)*

Network registration checking

AT+CREG?

+CREG: 0,1

The GL8200 is registered on the network.

+CREG: 0,2

The GL8200 is not registered on the network, registration is being attempted.

+CREG: 0,0

The GL8200 is not registered on the network, registration is not being attempted.

Receiving an incoming call

ATA

Answer the call.

Initiate a call

ATD<phone number>;

(Do not forget the « ; » at the end for « voice » call)

Communications is established.

+CME ERROR: 11

PIN code was not entered (with +CMEE = 1 mode).

+CME ERROR: 3

AOC credit is exceeded or communications is already established.

Initiate an emergency call

ATD112;

(Do not forget the « ; » at the end for « voice » call)

Communications is established.

Communication loss

NO CARRIER

Hang up

ATH

Store the parameters in EEPROM

AT&W

The configuration settings are stored in non-volatile memory (EEPROM).

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4.5. Main AT Commands for the GL8200

The table below lists the main AT commands required for starting the GL8200.

Table 15. Main AT Commands for the GL8200

* The command AT+CMEE=1 switches to a mode enabling more complete error diagnostics.

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

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4.6. Echo Function

If no echo is displayed when entering an AT command, it could mean either of the following:

 The "local echo" parameter of your communication software such as HyperTerminal, is

disabled.

 The GL8200 echo function is disabled.

To enable the GL8200 echo function, enter ATE1. When sending AT commands to the GL8200 through a communication software such as

HyperTerminal, it is recommended to:

 Disable the "local echo" parameter of your communication software  Enable the GL8200 echo function (ATE1 command)

In a machine-to-machine communication with the GL8200, it is recommended to disable the GL8200 echo function (ATE0 command) in order to avoid useless CPU processing.

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

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If the GL8200 returns

Then ask

Action

Nothing

Is the GL8200 powered correctly?

Make sure that the external power supply is connected to the GL8200 and provides a voltage within the range of 4.75V to 32V.

Is the serial cable connected at both sides?

Check the serial cable connection.

Does the serial cable correctly follow the pin assignments as shown in section 2.2.1 8-pin Micro-Fit Connector?

Connect the cable by following the pin assignments as given in section 2.2.1 8pin Micro-Fit Connector.

Nothing or nonsignificant characters

Is the communication program properly configured on the PC?

Ensure that the settings of the communication program are compatible with the settings of the GL8200.

The GL8200 factory settings are:

 Data bits = 8  Parity = none  Stop bits = 1  Baud = 115200 bps  Flow control = none

Is there another program interfering with the communication program (i.e. conflict on communication port access)?

Close the interfering program.

This section of the document describes possible problems that might be encountered when using the GL8200 and their corresponding solutions.

To read about other troubleshooting information, refer to the Sierra Wireless Source.

5.1. No Communications with the GL8200 through the Serial Link

If the GL8200 does not answer to AT commands through the serial link, refer to the table below for possible causes and their corresponding solutions.

Table 16. Solutions for No Connection with the GL8200 through the (2-wire) Serial Link

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If the GL8200 returns

Then ask

Action

“NO CARRIER”

Is the received signal strong enough?

Refer to section 4.3 Verify the Received Signal Strength to verify the strength of the received signal.

Is the GL8200 registered on the network?

Refer to section 4.4 Verify the Network Registration to verify the network registration.

Is the antenna properly connected?

Refer to section 2.2.2.3 Antenna Specifications for antenna requirements.

"NO CARRIER" (when trying to issue a voice communication)

Is the semicolon (;) entered immediately after the phone number in the AT command?

Ensure that the semicolon (;) is entered immediately after the phone number in the AT command.

e.g. ATD######;

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5.2. Receiving an “ERROR” Message

The GL8200 returns an "ERROR" message (in reply to an AT command) in the following cases:

 The AT command syntax is incorrect. In this case, check the command syntax applicable to

the HL8548x as specified in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

 The AT command syntax is correct, but was transmitted using the wrong parameters:

 Enter the AT+CMEE=1 command in order to change the error report method to the

verbose method, which includes the error codes.

 Re-enter the AT command which previously caused the reception of an "ERROR"

message in order to get the Mobile Equipment error code.

When the verbose error report method is enabled, the response of the GL8200 in case of error is either:

 +CME ERROR: <error result code>

 +CMS ERROR: <error result code>

For more information on error result code description and further details on the AT+CMEE command that are applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

Tip: It is strongly recommended to always enable the verbose error report method to get the Mobile

Equipment error code (enter the AT+CMEE=1 command).

5.3. Receiving a “NO CARRIER” Message

If the GL8200 returns a "NO CARRIER" message upon an attempted call (voice or data), refer to the table below for possible causes and their corresponding solutions.

Table 17. Solutions for Receiving a “NO CARRIER” Message

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If the GL8200 returns

Then ask

Action

"NO CARRIER" (when trying to issue a data communication)

Is the SIM card configured for data/fax calls?

Configure the SIM card for data/fax calls. (Ask your network provider if necessary).

Is the selected bearer type supported by the called party?

Ensure that the selected bearer type is supported by the called party.

Is the selected bearer type supported by the network?

Ensure that the selected bearer type is supported by the network.

If still unsuccessful, try selecting the bearer type using the AT command: AT+CBST=0,0,3

Error Code

Diagnosis

Hint

Unallocated phone number

Normal call clearing

User busy

No user responding

User alerting, no answer

Call rejected

Number changed

Normal, unspecified

Requested facility not subscribed

Check your subscription. (Is data subscription available?)

ACM equal or greater than ACMmax

The credit of your pre-paid SIM card has expired.

252

Call barring on outgoing calls

253

Call barring on incoming calls

3, 6, 8, 29, 34, 38, 41, 42, 43, 44, 47, 49, 57, 58, 63, 65, 69, 70, 79, 254

Network causes

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide or call your network provider.

User Guide

If the GL8200 returns a "NO CARRIER" message, you may retrieve the extended error code by using the AT command AT+CEER. Refer to the table below for the interpretation of extended error codes.

Table 18. Extended Error Codes

For all other codes and their corresponding details applicable to the GL8200, refer to the commands marked as supported by the HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

5.4. Resetting the GL8200

Resetting the GL8200 could be triggered by the AT command AT+CFUN=1,1, or it could be done by simply unplugging and then re-plugging the power supply (VIN-VBUS).

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6. Power Consumption

6.1. Consumption Measurement Procedure

This chapter describes the procedure for consumption measurement which is used to obtain the modem’s consumption specifications.

The modem consumption specification values are measured for all operating modes available on this product. For more information about the different operating modes, refer to section 6.2 Operating Modes.

Consumption results are highly dependent on the hardware configuration used during measurement and the following chapter describes the hardware configuration settings that should be used to obtain optimum consumption measurements.

6.1.1. Hardware Configuration

The following hardware configuration includes both the measurement equipment and the modem.

6.1.1.1. Equipment

Three devices are used to perform consumption measurement:

 A communication tester  A current measuring power supply  A computer, to control the modem and to save measurement data

Figure 10. Typical Hardware Configuration

The communication tester is a CMU 200 from Rhode & Schwartz. This tester offers all required GSM/GPRS and WCDMA network configurations and allows a wide range of network configurations to be set.

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Manufacturer

Part Number

Notes/Description

Communication Tester

Rhode & Schwartz

CMU 200

GSM Quad Band + WCDMA (B1/B2/B5/B6/B8)

Current measuring power supply

Agilent

66321D

Used for VIN-VBUS

User Guide

The 66321D power supply is used to supply the modem, and it could also be used to measure the

total current drain by the device. The “current measuring power supply” is also connected and

controlled by the computer (GPIB control not shown in the previous figure). Note that a SIM must be inserted during all consumption measurements. The following table lists the recommended equipment to use for the consumption measurement.

Table 19. List of Recommended Equipment

6.1.1.2. SIM Cards

Consumption measurement may be performed with either 3-Volt or 1.8-Volt SIM cards. However, all specified consumption values are for a 3-Volt SIM card.

Note: The SIM card’s voltage is supplied by the modem power supply. Consumption measurement results

may vary depending on the SIM card.

6.1.2. Software Configuration

This section describes the modem settings and software configuration for the equipment used.

6.1.2.1. Modem Configuration

The software configuration is done by selecting the operating mode to use in performing the measurement. Refer to section 6.2 Operating Modes for more information.

Refer to the following list for the available operating modes on the modem:

 ACTIVE Mode  SLEEP Mode  Communication Mode  Transfer Mode class 10 (3Rx/2Tx) (in GPRS mode)  HSDPA (B1/B2/B5/B6/B8)  HSUPA (B1/B2/B5/B6/B8)

6.1.2.2. Equipment Configuration

The communication tester is set according to the operating mode. Paging during idle modes, Tx burst power, RF band and GSM/DCS/PCS/GPRS/WCDMA may be selected on the communication tester.

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Mode

Description

OFF Mode

Not Supported. When VIN-VBUS power is supplied to the modem, it will be automatically powered ON.

Alarm Mode

Not Supported. The ON/OFF switch is always LOW in this application.

ACTIVE Mode

Default mode. No functional restrictions.

SLEEP Mode

When the modem has a location update with a live network but with no GSM/GPRS/WCDMA connection, while the serial link interface is NOT available.

Communication Mode

When the modem supporting a GSM/WCDMA voice codec connection with a live network with DTMF support.

Transfer Mode

When the modem has a GPRS data transfer connection with a live network.

HSDPA

Maximum output power based on TS34.121 Section 5.2AA

HSUPA

Maximum output power based on TS34.121 Section 5.2B

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6.2. Operating Modes

Power consumption levels of the modem also vary depending on the operating mode used. Refer to the table below for the different kinds of operating modes available.

Table 20. Operating Modes

6.2.1. Entering Sleep Mode

AT command AT+KSLEEP enables the sleep mode configuration below.

AT+KSLEEP=0

 The modem is active when DTR signal is active (low electrical level).  When DTR is deactivated (high electrical level), the modem enters sleep mode after a while.  On DTR activation (low electrical level), the modem wakes up.

AT+KSLEEP=1

 The modem determines when it enters sleep mode (when no more tasks are running).  “0x00” character on the serial link wakes the modem up.

AT+KSLEEP=2

 The modem never enters sleep mode.

In sleep mode, the modem reduces its power consumption and remains waiting for the wake-up signals either from the network (i.e. read paging block depending on the DRX value of the network) or the operating system (i.e. timers wake up timers activated) or the host controller (i.e. character on serial link or DTR signal).

For more details about the AT+KSLEEP command, please refer to document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

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Working Modes

Parameters I

average

Unit Vin = 32V

Vin = 12V

Vin = 4.75V

ACTIVE Mode

GSM DRX9 (Rx burst occurrence ~2s)

8.11

16.58

30.62

GSM DRX2 (Rx burst occurrence ~0,5s)

8.12

16.68

30.84

WCDMA DRX9

8.07

16.41

31.00

WCDMA DRX6

8.12

16.54

31.70

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6.2.2. Serial Port Shutdown Mode

The modem could be configured to shut down the serial link interface while there is no traffic on the serial link channel by the following AT command:

 Enabling Serial Port Shutdown Mode

 AT+KGPIOCFG=7,0,2 //set GPIO7 as an output  AT+KGPIO=7,1 //set GPIO7 output high

 Disabling Serial Port Shutdown Mode

 AT+KGPIOCFG=7,0,2 //set GPIO7 as an output  AT+KGPIO=7,0 //set GPIO7 output low

For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

The Serial Port Shutdown Mode will be immediately activated after the AT command set. To wake the modem up from this mode, just simply set the DTR pin to HIGH.

Note: A 4-wire serial interface can only support this feature if DTR is managed. A 2-wire serial interface,

on the other hand, cannot support this feature. Attempting to enable it will lead to termination of communication with the modem.

6.3. Power Consumption Values

These consumption values were obtained by performing measurements on samples at a temperature of 25°C with the assumption of a 50Ω RF output.

Three DC inputs (VIN-VBUS) were used to measure the consumption: VinMIN (4.75V), VinTYP (12V) and VinMAX (32V). Both the average current and maximum current peaks were also measured.

Note that power consumption performance is also software related.

Note: TX = the current peak is the RF transmission burst (Tx burst)

RX = the current peak is the RF reception burst (Rx burst)

Table 21. Power Consumption (Typical Values)

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Working Modes

Parameters I

average

Unit Vin = 32V

Vin = 12V

Vin = 4.75V

SLEEP Mode

Paging 9 (Rx burst occurrence ~2s)

2.48

2.73

3.99

Paging 2 (Rx burst occurrence ~0,5s)

2.54

2.89

4.29

WCDMA DRX9

2.49

2.67

3.92

WCDMA DRX6

2.61

3.01

4.51

Communication Mode

850/900 MHz – PCL5 (TX power 33dBm)

44.5

106.9

267.9

850/900 MHz – PCL19 (TX power 5dBm)

13.8

28.5

58.1

1800/1900 MHz – PCL0 (TX power 30dBm)

31.6

72.4

173.9

1800/1900 MHz – PCL15 (TX power 0dBm)

13.7

27.9

57.1

Transfer Mode class 10 (3Rx/2Tx)

850/900 MHz – gam. 3 (TX power 33dBm)

77.7

189.3

486.6

850/900 MHz – gam. 17 (TX power 5dBm)

18.6

39.0

82.3

1800/1900 MHz – gam. 3 (TX power 30dBm)

52.2

123.7

304.5

1800/1900 MHz – gam. 18 (TX power 0dBm)

18.5

38.4

81.0

WCDMA communication mode (RMC, TS34.121 Section 5.2)

Band 1

98.6

232.3

566.3

Band 2

85.4

200.8

495.5

Band 5 / 6

76.0

180.6

436.5

Band 8

97.0

232.4

580.8

HSDPA (TS34.121 Section 5.2AA)

Band 1

108.7

247.8

669.7

Band 2

105.8

242.8

654.3

Band 5 / 6

101.4

222.5

600.3

Band 8

122.5

288.2

803.7

HSUPA (TS34.121 Section 5.2B)

Band 1

106.4

243.3

663.3

Band 2

105.9

241.4

651.3

Band 5 / 6

97.7

225.2

607.7

Band 8

119.9

269.1

795.0

Maximum Peak current

GSM900 / GSM850

- - 1.8 A DCS / PCS

- - 1.7

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7. Reliability Compliance and

Conditions

Temperature Range

Operating/Class A

-20 °C to +55°C

Operating/Class B

-30 °C to +75°C

Storage

-40 °C to +80°C

Class

Definition

CLASS A

The modem remains fully functional during and after environmental exposure; and shall meet the minimum requirements of 3GPP or appropriate wireless standards.

CLASS B

The modem remains fully functional during and after environmental exposure; and shall exhibit the ability to establish a voice, SMS or DATA call at all times even when one or more environmental constraint exceeds the specified tolerance. Unless otherwise stated, full performance should return to normal after the excessive constraint(s) have been removed.

Recommendations

7.1. Environmental Specifications

The modem is compliant with the following operating classes. The table below lists the ideal temperature range of the environment.

Table 22. Operating Class Temperature Range

7.1.1. Function Status Classification

The classes reported below comply with the Annex “ISO Failure Mode Severity Classification”, ISO

Standard 7637, and Section 1.

Note: The word “function” as used here concerns only the function performed by the modem.

Table 23. ISO Failure Mode Severity Classification

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Reliability Compliance and

Recommendations

Designation

Condition

Performance Test

Standard: N/A

Special conditions:

 Temperature:

 Class A: -20°C to +55°C  Class B: -30°C to +75°C

 Rate of temperature change: 3°C/min  Recovery time: 20 mins

Operating conditions: Powered

Duration: Varies

Designation

Condition

Cold Test

Standard: IEC 680068-2-1, Test Ad

Special conditions:

 Temperature: -30°C  Rate of temperature change: 1°C/min  Recovery time: 3 hours

Operating conditions: Powered

Duration: 72 hours

Resistance to Heat

Standard: IEC 680068-2-2, Test Bb

Special conditions:

 Temperature: 80°C  Rate of temperature change: 1°C/min  Recovery time: 3 hours

Operating conditions: Powered

Duration: 50 days

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7.2. Reliability Prediction Model

7.2.1. Life Stress Test

The following tests the product performance.

Table 24. Life Stress Test

7.2.2. Environmental Resistance Stress Tests

The following tests the modem’s resistance to extreme temperature.

Table 25. Environmental Resistance Stress Tests

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Reliability Compliance and

Recommendations

Designation

Condition

Humidity Test

Standard: IEC 60068-2-3, Test Ca

Special conditions:

 Temperature: 65°C  RH: 95%  Rate of temperature change: 3°C/min  Recovery time: 3 hours

Operating conditions: Powered

Duration: 10 days

Designation

Condition

Thermal Shock Test

Standard: IEC 60068-2-14, Test Na

Special conditions:

 Upper temperature: 85°C  Lower temperature: -40°C  Rate of temperature change: 30s  Number of cycles: 300  Duration of exposure: 20 minutes  Recovery time: 3 hours

Operating conditions: Un-powered

Duration: 9 days

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7.2.3. Corrosive Resistance Stress Test

The following tests the modem’s resistance to corrosive atmosphere.

Table 26. Corrosive Resistance Stress Test

7.2.4. Thermal Resistance Cycle Stress Test

The following tests the modem resistance to extreme temperature cycling.

Table 27. Thermal Resistance Cycle Stress Test

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Reliability Compliance and

Recommendations

Designation

Condition

Sinusoidal Vibration Test SVT

Standard: IEC 60068-2-6, Test Fc

Special conditions:

 Frequency range: 16Hz to 1000Hz

 Displacement: ±0.35mm (peak-peak)

 Frequency range: 16Hz to 62Hz

 Acceleration: 5G

 Frequency range: 62Hz to 200Hz

 Acceleration: 3G

 Frequency range: 200Hz to 1000Hz

 Acceleration: 1G

 Sweep rate: 1 octave/min  Test duration: 20 cycles  Sweep directions: X, Y and Z

Operating conditions: Un-powered

Duration: 48 hours

Random Vibration Test RVT

Standard: IEC 60068-2-64

Special conditions:

 Frequency range:

 0.1 g2/Hz at 10Hz  0.01 g2/Hz at 250Hz  0.005 g2/Hz at 1000Hz  0.005 g2/Hz at 2000Hz

 Peak factor: 3  Duration per axis: 1 hr  Number of axis: 3 (X, Y and Z)

Operating conditions: Un-powered

Duration: 24 hours

Mechanical Shock Test MST

Standard: IEC 60068-2-27, Test Ea

Special conditions:

 Shock Test 1:

 Wave form: Half Sine  Peak acceleration: 30G  Duration: 11ms  Number of shocks: 8 per direction  Number of directions: 6 (±X, ±Y, ±Z)

 Shock Test 2:

 Wave form: Half Sine  Peak acceleration: 100G  Duration: 6ms  Number of shocks: 3 per direction  Number of directions: 6 (±X, ±Y, ±Z)

Operating conditions: Un-powered

Duration: 72 hours

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7.2.5. Mechanical Resistance Stress Tests

The following tests the modem’s resistance to vibrations and mechanical shocks.

Table 28. Mechanical Resistance Stress Tests

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Reliability Compliance and

Recommendations

Designation

Condition

ESD Test

Standard: IEC 61000-4-2

Special conditions:

 Contact discharges: 10 positive and 10 negative applied (Voltage:

±2kV, ±4kV, ±6kV)

 Air discharges: 10 positive and 10 negative applied (Voltage: ±2kV,

±4kV, ±8kV)

Operating conditions: Powered

Duration: 72 hours

Free Fall Test FFT

Standard : IEC 60068-2-32, Test Ed

Special conditions:

 Drop: 2 samples for each direction  Equivalent drop height: 1m  Number of directions: 6 (±X, ±Y, ±Z)

 Number of drops/face: 2

Operating conditions: Un-powered

Duration: 24 hours

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7.2.6. Handling Resistance Stress Tests

The following tests the modem’s resistance to handling malfunctions and damage.

Table 29. Handling Resistance Stress Tests

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8. Certification Compliance and

Domain

Applicable Standard

Safety standard

EN 60950-1:2006 +A11:2009 +A1:2010 +A12:2011 AS/NZS 60950.1:2003 Amdt 1:2006 Amdt 2:2008 Amdt 3:2008

Health standard (EMF Exposure Evaluation)

EN 62311 (ed. 2008)

Efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum

EN 301 511 (v9.0.2) EN 301 908-1 (v6.2.1) EN 301 908-2 (v6.2.1) AS/CA S042.1:2010 AS/CA S042.4-2011 AS/ACIF S042.3:2005

EMC

EN 301 489-1 (v1.9.2) EN 301 489-3 (v1.6.1) EN 301 489-7 (v1.3.1) EN 301 489-24 (v1.5.1)

Recommended Standards

The GL8200 is compliant with the following requirements.

Table 30. Standards Conformity for the GL8200

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9. Cables and Accessories

Pin Number

Signal

Description

RS232-CTS

Main RS232 Clear To Send

RS232-RTS

Main RS232 Request To Send

RS232-RXD

Main RS232 Receive Serial Data

9.1. Adaptive Cable

The adaptive cable provides a serial interface and is used as the power source of the GL8200. It has three edges/plugs.

8-pin Micro-Fit Edge

DB9 Edge

2-pin Micro-Fit Edge

Figure 11. Adaptive Cable for the GL8200

9.1.1. 8-pin Micro-Fit Edge

Figure 12. 8-pin Micro-Fit Edge of the Adaptive Cable

Refer to the following table for the pin description of the 8-pin Micro-Fit Edge of the Adaptive cable.

Table 31. 8-pin Micro-Fit Pin Description of the Adaptive Cable

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Cables and Accessories

Pin Number

Signal

Description

RS232-TXD

Main RS232 Transmit Serial Data

RS232-DTR

Main RS232 Data Terminal Ready

GND

Ground Connection

Vin

Power Supply with a 4.75 – 32V DC input

GND

Ground Connection

Pin Number

Signal

Description

Not Connected

2 RS232 – RXD

Output Data to DTE

RS232 – TXD

Input Date from DTE

RS232 – DTR

Input Signal from DTE

GND

Ground Connection

Not Connected

7 RS232 – RTS

Flow Control Signal from DTE

RS232 – CTS

Flow Control Signal to DTE

Not Connected

3 5 6 8 9

User Guide

Refer to Table 6 Micro-Fit Connector Pin Description for more information about the pin assignments and description.

9.1.2. DB9 Edge

Figure 13. DB9 Edge of the Adaptation Cable

Refer to the following table for the pin description of the DB9 Edge of the Adaptation cable.

Table 32. DB9 Connector Pin Description

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Product Technical Specification and

Cables and Accessories

Pin Number

Signal

Description

GND

Ground Connection

Vin

4.75V to 32V

Pin Number

Signal

Description

GND

Black color

Vin

Red color

User Guide

9.1.3. 2-pin Micro-Fit Edge

Figure 14. 2-pin Micro-Fit Edge of the Adaptive Cable

Figure 15. Pin Assignment of the 2-pin Micro-Fit Edge

Refer to the following table for the pin description of the 2-pin Micro-Fit Edge of the Adaptive cable.

Table 33. 2-pin Micro-Fit Connector Pin Description

9.2. DC Cable

This cable supplies the power source for the GL8200, and is used with the Adaptive cable.

Figure 16. DC Cable

Figure 17. Pin Assignment of the DC Cable

Table 34. DC Cable Pin Description

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10. Mechanical Constraints

Description

Mechanical Limit

Notes

Connector Mate and Unmate Forces

MINIMUM withdrawal force: 3.7N (0.8lbf)

This is the least amount of force needed to unplug the cable from the 8-pin Micro-Fit connector.

MAXIMUM insertion force: 8.0N (1.8lbf)

This is the maximum amount of force that should be used when inserting a male connector into the 8-pin Micro-Fit connector. Using force greater than this might damage the Micro-Fit connector.

Terminal Retention Force (in housing)

MINIMUM retention force: 24.5N (5.5lbf)

This is the least amount of force needed to keep the power supply cable connected to the 8-pin Micro-Fit connector.

Terminal Insertion Force (into housing)

MAXIMUM insertion force: 14.7N (3.3lbf)

This is the maximum amount of force that should be used when pushing in the power supply cable into the 8-pin Micro-Fit connector. Using force greater than this might damage the Micro-Fit connector.

Mating Force

M8XP .75 thd.

10.1. Micro-Fit Connector

The following table lists the mechanical constraints that must be taken into account when using the 8pin Micro-Fit connector.

Table 35. Micro-Fit Connector Mechanical Constraints

10.2. FME RF Connector

The following table lists the mechanical constraints that must be taken into account when using the FME RF connector.

Table 36. FME RF Connector Mechanical Constraints

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11. Protections

11.1. Power Supply

Sierra Wireless recommends having a 1000mA/250V slow break fuse bonded to the power supply cable which can protect the modem’s internal electronic components from over-current consumption.

11.2. Electrostatic Discharge

The GL8200 withstands ESD according to IEC 1000-4-2 requirements for all accessible parts of the GL8200 except the RF part, which only protects:

 +/-8kV of air discharge  +/-4kV of contact discharge

11.3. Miscellaneous

The GL8200 is guaranteed to have filtering for:

 EMI/RFI protection on both the input and the output  Signal smoothing

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12. Upgrade Guidelines

12.1. Operating System Upgrade

The GL8200’s operating system is stored in flash memory and can be easily upgraded. The operating system file can be downloaded into the GL8200 using FLASH tools. Listed below are the serial signals required to proceed the firmware upgrading:

 TXD  RXD  RTS  CTS  GND

The operating system file can also be downloaded onto the GL8200 using the DOTA (download over the air) feature. For more information about AT commands applicable to the GL8200, please refer to the commands marked as supported by HL8548x in document [2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide.

12.2. Firmware Upgrade

The firmware upgrade procedure is used to update the firmware embedded in the GL8200. This procedure consists of downloading the firmware into internal memories through the RS232 serial

link available on the Micro-fit 8-pin connector.

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13. References

Abbreviation

Definition

Alternative Current

ADC

Analog to Digital Converter

A/D

Analog to Digital conversion

Audio-Frequency

Attention (prefix for modem commands)

AUX

Auxiliary

CAN

Controller Area Network

Cell Broadcast

CEP

Circular Error Probable

CLK

Clock

CMOS

Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor

Coding Scheme

CTS

Clear To Send

DAC

Digital to Analogue Converter

Decibel

Direct Current

DCD

Data Carrier Detect

DCE

Data Communication Equipment

For more details, several reference documents can be consulted. The Sierra Wireless documents referenced herein are provided in the Sierra Wireless documentation package; however, the general reference documents which are not Sierra Wireless owned are not provided in the documentation package.

13.1. Sierra Wireless Reference Documentation

Refer to your software package to determine the current version of software being used and for applicable manuals. Latest revisions and other documentation can be downloaded from the Source if needed.

[1] AirPrime HL8548 and HL8548-G Product Technical Specification

Reference: 4114663

[2] AirPrime HL6 and HL8 Series AT Commands Interface Guide

Reference: 4114680

13.2. General Reference Documentation

[3] ISO 7816-3 Standard

13.3. List of Abbreviations

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Product Technical Specification and

References

Abbreviation

Definition

DCS

Digital Cellular System

Dynamic Range

DSR

Data Set Ready

DTE

Data Terminal Equipment

DTR

Data Terminal Ready

EFR

Enhanced Full Rate

E-GSM

Extended GSM

EMC

Electromagnetic Compatibility

EMI

Electromagnetic Interference

EMS

Enhanced Message Service

Enable

ESD

Electrostatic Discharges

FIFO

First In First Out

Full Rate

FTA

Full Type Approval

GND

Ground

GPI

General Purpose Input

GPC

General Purpose Connector

GPIO

General Purpose Input Output

GPO

General Purpose Output

GPRS

General Packet Radio Service

GPS

Global Positioning System

GSM

Global System for Mobile communications

Half Rate

I/O

Input / Output

JTAG

Joint Test Action Group

LED

Light Emitting Diode

LNA

Low Noise Amplifier

MAX

Maximum

MIC

Microphone

MIN

Minimum

MMS

Multimedia Message Service

Mobile Originated

Mobile Terminated

Not Applicable

Noise Factor

NMEA

National Marine Electronics Association

NOM

Nominal

NTC

Negative Temperature Coefficient

OTA

Over the air

Power Amplifier

Pascal (for speaker sound pressure measurements)

PBCCH

Packet Broadcast Control Channel

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Product Technical Specification and

References

Abbreviation

Definition

Personal Computer

PCB

Printed Circuit Board

PDA

Personal Digital Assistant

PFM

Power Frequency Modulation

PSM

Phase Shift Modulation

PWM

Pulse Width Modulation

RAM

Random Access Memory

Radio Frequency

RFI

Radio Frequency Interference

RHCP

Right Hand Circular Polarization

Ring Indicator

RST

Reset

RTC

Real Time Clock

RTCM

Radio Technical Commission for Maritime services

RTS

Request To Send

Receive

SCL

Serial Clock

SDA

Serial Data

SIM

Subscriber Identification Module

SMS

Short Message Service

SPI

Serial Peripheral Interface

SPL

Sound Pressure Level

SPK

Speaker

Software

PSRAM

Pseudo Static RAM

TBC

To Be Confirmed

TDMA

Time Division Multiple Access

Test Point

TVS

Transient Voltage Suppressor

Transmit

TYP

Typical

UART

Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter

UMTS

Universal Mobile Telecommunications System

USB

Universal Serial Bus

USSD

Unstructured Supplementary Services Data

VSWR

Voltage Standing Wave Ratio

WCDMA

Wideband Code Division Multiple Access

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14. Safety Recommendations (For Information Only)

For the efficient and safe operation of your GSM device, please read the following information carefully.

14.1. RF Safety

14.1.1. General

Your GSM terminal is based on the GSM standard for cellular technology. The GSM standard is spread all over the world. It covers Europe, Asia and some parts of America and Africa. This is the most used telecommunication standard.

Your GSM terminal is actually a low power radio transmitter and receiver. It sends out and receives radio frequency energy. When you use your GSM application, the cellular system which handles your calls controls both the radio frequency and the power level of your cellular modem.

14.1.2. Exposure to RF Energy

There has been some public concern about possible health effects of using GSM terminals. Although research on health effects from RF energy has focused on the current RF technology for many years, scientists have begun research regarding newer radio technologies, such as GSM. After existing research had been reviewed, and after compliance to all applicable safety standards had been tested, it has been concluded that the product was fitted for use.

If you are concerned about exposure to RF energy there are things you can do to minimize exposure. Obviously, limiting the duration of your calls will reduce your exposure to RF energy. In addition, you can reduce RF exposure by operating your cellular terminal efficiently by following the below guidelines.

14.1.3. Efficient Terminal Operation

For your GSM terminal to operate at the lowest power level, consistent with satisfactory call quality: If your terminal has an extendible antenna, extend it fully. Some models allow you to place a call with

the antenna retracted. However your GSM terminal operates more efficiently with the antenna fully extended.

Do not hold the antenna when the terminal is « IN USE ». Holding the antenna affects call quality and may cause the modem to operate at a higher power level than needed.

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Safety Recommendations

(For Information Only)

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14.1.4. Antenna Care and Replacement

Do not use the GSM terminal with a damaged antenna. If a damaged antenna comes into contact with the skin, a minor burn may result. Replace a damaged antenna immediately. Consult your manual to see if you may change the antenna yourself. If so, use only a manufacturer-approved antenna. Otherwise, have your antenna repaired by a qualified technician.

Use only the supplied or approved antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments could damage the terminal and may contravene local RF emission regulations or invalidate type approval.

14.2. General Safety

14.2.1. Driving

Check the laws and the regulations regarding the use of cellular devices in the area where you have to drive as you always have to comply with them. When using your GSM terminal while driving, please:

 give full attention to driving,  pull off the road and park before making or answering a call if driving conditions so require.

14.2.2. Electronic Devices

Most electronic equipment, for example in hospitals and motor vehicles is shielded from RF energy. However RF energy may affect some improperly shielded electronic equipment.

14.2.3. Vehicle Electronic Equipment

Check your vehicle manufacturer representative to determine if any on-board electronic equipment is adequately shielded from RF energy.

14.2.4. Medical Electronic Equipment

Consult the manufacturer of any personal medical devices (such as pacemakers, hearing aids, etc...) to determine if they are adequately shielded from external RF energy.

Turn your terminal OFF in health care facilities when any regulations posted in the area instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities may be using RF monitoring equipment.

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14.2.5. Aircraft

Turn your terminal OFF before boarding any aircraft.

 Use it on the ground only with crew permission  Do not use it in the air

To prevent possible interference with aircraft systems, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to use your terminal while the aircraft is on the ground. To prevent interference with cellular systems, local RF regulations prohibit using your modem while airborne.

14.2.6. Children

Do not allow children to play with your GSM terminal. It is not a toy. Children could hurt themselves or others (by poking themselves or others in the eye with the antenna, for example). Children could damage the modem, or make calls that increase your modem bills.

14.2.7. Blasting Areas

To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your unit OFF when in a « blasting area » or in areas posted: « turn off two-way radio ». Construction crew often use remote control RF devices to set off explosives.

14.2.8. Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

Turn your terminal OFF when in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. It is rare, but your modem or its accessories could generate sparks. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injuries or even death.

Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fuelling areas such as petrol stations; below decks on boats; fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities; and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders.

Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives, in the compartment of your vehicle which contains your terminal or accessories.

Before using your terminal in a vehicle powered by liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) ensure that the vehicle complies with the relevant fire and safety regulations of the country in which the vehicle is to be used.

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15. Appendix A: Packaging

GL8200 modems come in an outer box that contains two pizza boxes.

Figure 18. Two Pizza Boxes in an Outer Box

One pizza box contains 50 sets of adaptive cables and DC cables; while the other pizza box is foampartitioned and contains 50 GL8200 modems.

Figure 19. GL8200 in a Pizza Box

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16. Appendix B: Product Labeling

GL8200

0168 1909

Two product labels are available at the back of the GL8200.

16.1. Model and MSN Label

The Model and MSN label provides the following information:

 Product name: GL8200  CE marking with certification number  Serial number, 2D barcode  A-tick logo  WEEE logo

Figure 20. Model and MSN Label

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Appendix B: Product Labeling

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16.2. IMEI and Approval Label

The IMEI and Approval label provides the following information:

 IMEI number, 2D barcode  FCC ID  IC ID  Japan Approval Mark

 Radio Certification Type Number  Telecom Certification Type Number

 Company name (Sierra Wireless)  Made in China  Operator Name

Figure 21. IMEI and Approval Label

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Sierra Wireless AirLink GL8200 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

List of Figures

List of Tables

1. Overview

1.1. General Information

1.1.1. Physical Dimensions

1.1.2. RF Features

1.1.3. Interfaces

1.1.4. Connection Interfaces

1.1.5. Environmental Compliance

1.1.5.1. RoHS Compliance

1.1.5.2. Disposing of the Product

1.2. Functional Architecture

1.2.1. RF Functionalities

1.2.2. Operating System

1.3. Mechanical Specifications

1.3.1. Mechanical Drawings

1.3.2. Product Color

2. Interfaces/Peripherals

2.1. Front Interface

2.1.1. SIM Interface

2.1.2. Flash LED

2.2. Back Interface

2.2.1. 8-pin Micro-Fit Connector

2.2.1.1. Power Supply

2.2.1.2. Serial Link (RS232)

2.2.1.2.1. Pin Description

2.2.1.2.2. 4-wire Serial Interface Hardware Design

2.2.1.2.3. 2-wire Serial Interface Hardware Design

2.2.2. RF Interface

2.2.2.1. RF Connections

2.2.2.2. RF Performances

2.2.2.3. Antenna Specifications

3. Using the GL8200

3.1. Getting Started

3.1.1. Inserting the SIM Card

3.1.2. Extracting the SIM Card

3.2. Operational Status

4. Communicating with the GL8200

4.1. Communications Testing

4.1.1. Default Serial Interface

4.1.2. Flow Control Option

4.2. Checking the PIN Code Status

4.3. Verify the Received Signal Strength

4.4. Verify the Network Registration

4.5. Main AT Commands for the GL8200

4.6. Echo Function

5. Troubleshooting the GL8200

5.1. No Communications with the GL8200 through the Serial Link

5.2. Receiving an “ERROR” Message

5.3. Receiving a “NO CARRIER” Message

5.4. Resetting the GL8200

6. Power Consumption

6.1. Consumption Measurement Procedure

6.1.1. Hardware Configuration

6.1.1.1. Equipment

6.1.1.2. SIM Cards

6.1.2. Software Configuration

6.1.2.1. Modem Configuration

6.1.2.2. Equipment Configuration

6.2. Operating Modes

6.2.1. Entering Sleep Mode

6.2.2. Serial Port Shutdown Mode

6.3. Power Consumption Values

7.1. Environmental Specifications

7.1.1. Function Status Classification

7.2. Reliability Prediction Model

7.2.1. Life Stress Test

7.2.2. Environmental Resistance Stress Tests

7.2.3. Corrosive Resistance Stress Test

7.2.4. Thermal Resistance Cycle Stress Test

7.2.5. Mechanical Resistance Stress Tests

7.2.6. Handling Resistance Stress Tests

9. Cables and Accessories

9.1. Adaptive Cable

9.1.1. 8-pin Micro-Fit Edge