Sierra Wireless MC7304 Operators Guide

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December 15, 2014

AirPrime MC7304

Hardware Integration Guide

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.

Customer understands that Sierra Wireless is not providing cellular or GPS (including A-GPS) services. These services are provided by a third party and should be purchased directly by the Customer.

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Contact Information

Consult our website for up-to-date product descriptions, documentation, application notes, firmware upgrades, troubleshooting tips, and press releases: www.sierrawireless.com

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Version

Date

Updates

1.0

August 19, 2013

Creation

1.1

November 28, 2014

Add FCC, IC certification information

1.2

December 15, 2014

Add LTE Band 7 in FCC, IC certification information

Document History

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Contents

1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 7

1.1. Hardware Development Components ............................................................................... 7

2. POWER INTERFACE ........................................................................................... 8

2.1. Power Supply .................................................................................................................... 8

2.2. Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) ........................................................................................... 8

2.3. Power States ..................................................................................................................... 9

3. RF INTEGRATION ............................................................................................. 10

3.1. Supported RF Bands ....................................................................................................... 10

3.2. Ground Connection ......................................................................................................... 10

3.3. Shielding Guidelines ........................................................................................................ 10

3.4. Antenna Guidelines ......................................................................................................... 11

3.4.1. Choosing the Correct Antenna and Cabling ............................................................ 11

3.4.2. Determining the Antenna’s Location ........................................................................ 11

3.5. RF Desense Sources ...................................................................................................... 11

4. AUDIO INTERFACE ........................................................................................... 12

5. REGULATORY INFORMATION ......................................................................... 13

5.1. Important Notice .............................................................................................................. 13

5.2. Safety and Hazards ......................................................................................................... 13

5.3. Important Compliance Information for USA OEM Integrators ......................................... 14

6. REFERENCES ................................................................................................... 16

6.1. Reference Documents ..................................................................................................... 16

6.2. List of Abbreviations ........................................................................................................ 16

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List of Tables

Table 1. Power Supply Requirements ............................................................................................. 8

Table 2. ESD Specifications ............................................................................................................ 8

Table 3. Supported MC7304 Power States ..................................................................................... 9

Table 4. Supported RF Bands ....................................................................................................... 10

Table 5. Audio Pin Description ...................................................................................................... 12

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