Sierra Wireless MC7700 User Manual

AirPrime MC7700

Hardware Integration Guide

2130114

Rev 4.0.1

Preface

Important Notice

Safety and Hazards

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.

Do not operate the Sierra Wireless modem in areas where blasting is in progress, where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment, near life support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the Sierra Wireless modem MUST BE POWERED OFF. 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.

Limitation of Liability

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.

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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Patents This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc. This

product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more patents licensed from InterDigital Group.

3G. This product is

Copyright ©2011 Sierra Wireless. All rights reserved.

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AirPrime™ and the Sierra Wireless logo are trademarks of Sierra Wireless.

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Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

is a registered trademark of Sierra Wireless. Sierra Wireless™,

is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Contact Information

Sales Desk: Phone: 1-604-232-1488

Hours: 8:00 E-mail: sales@sierrawireless.com

Post: Sierra Wireless

13811 Wireless Way Richmond, BC Canada V6V 3A4

AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time

Fax: 1-604-231-1109 Web: www.sierrawireless.com

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

www.sierrawireless.com

Revision History

Revision number

4.0.1 May 2011 • FCC submission

Release date Changes

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

The Universal Development Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Required connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Power Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Overview of operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Power signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Module power states . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

RF Integration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

RF connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Ground connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Shielding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Antenna and cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Interference and sensitivity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Power supply noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Interference from other wireless devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Host-generated RF interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Device-generated RF interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Regulatory Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Important notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Safety and hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Important compliance information for North American users . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Acronyms and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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1: Introduction

Sierra Wireless’ AirPrime Intelligent Embedded Modules form the radio component for the products in which they are embedded.

The AirPrime MC7700 is available for use on LTE, WCDMA and GSM networks.

Note: An understanding of network technology, and experience in integrating hardware components into electronic equipment is assumed.

Purpose of this guide

This guide addresses issues that affect the integration of AirPrime embedded modules into host products, and includes design recommendations for the host products.

The Universal Development Kit

Sierra Wireless manufactures a Universal Development Kit (UDK) that facilitates all phases of the integration process.

This kit is a hardware development platform that is designed to support the AirPrime embedded modules. It contains the hardware components that are typically necessary for evaluating and developing with the module, including:

• Development board

• Cables

• Antennas

• Other accessories

For instructions on setting up the UDK, see PCI Express Mini Card Dev Kit Quick Start Guide (Document 2130705).

Required connectors

Note: Contact vendors before choosing your connectors—the numbers included here are for reference only. Choose connectors that are appropriate to your design.

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When integrating AirPrime embedded modules into your host device, you need the following connector types:

• RF cables that mate with Hirose U.FL connectors (model U.FL #CL331-0471-0-10). Modules include two or three connector jacks depending on module support for diversity and GPS functionality.

• Industry-standard mating connector for 52-pin EDGE—some manufacturers include Tyco, Foxconn, and Molex. For example, the connector used on the Mini Card Dev Kit board is a Molex 67910-0001.

• Industry-standard USIM connector— the actual connector you use depends on how your device exposes the USIM socket. For example, the USIM connector used on the Mini Card Dev Kit board is an ITT CCM03-3518.

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