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Cautions
This platform contains a modular transmitter. This device is used for wireless
applications. Note that all electronics parts and elements are ESD sensitive.
Information provided herein by WAVECOM is accurate and reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed for its use and any of such WAVECOM information is herein
provided "as is" without any warranty of any kind, whether express or implied.
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be filed or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
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WAVECOM. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of their respective
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Overview
This Product Specification document defines and specifies the Wireless CPU Q24
Series is available in four different GSM/GPRS Class 10 quad-band versions:
• Q24 Classic: EGSM 900/1800/850/1900 MHz version with 32 Mb of Flash
memory and 16 Mb of PSRAM (32/16), T° range [-20°C / +55°C].
• Q24 Plus: EGSM/GPRS 900/1800/850/1900 MHz version with 32 Mb of Flash
memory and 16 Mb of PSRAM (32/16), T° range [-20°C / +55°C].
• Q24 Extended: EGSM/GPRS 900/1800/850/1900 MHz version with 32 Mb of
Flash memory and 4 Mb of SRAM (32/4), extended T° range.
• Q24 Automotive: EGSM/GPRS 900/1800/850/1900 MHz version with 32 Mb of
Flash memory and 4 Mb of PSRAM (32/4), extended T° range.
This version is dedicated to automotive applications.
This document covers the Wireless CPU alone and do not include the programmable
capabilities provided in Open AT® Software Suites.
For detailed software programming guides, refer to the documents shown in the
"Reference documents" section.
Open AT® Software Suites allow developers to natively execute ANSI C software
programs directly on the Wireless CPU.
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References
1 References
1.1 Reference Documents
For more details, several reference documents may be consulted. The Wavecom
reference documents are provided in the Wavecom documents package contrary to
the general reference documents, which are not Wavecom owned.
1.1.1 Wavecom Reference Documents
[1] Automotive Environmental Control Plan for Wireless CPU Q24 Series
WM_PRJ_Q24NG_DCP_001
[2] Environmental Control Plan for Wireless CPU Q24 Series
WM_PRJ_Q24NG_DCP_002
[3] Wireless CPU Q24 Series Customer Design Guidelines
WM_PRJ_Q24NG_PTS_002
[4] Wireless CPU Q24 Series Process Customer Guidelines
WM_PRJ_Q24NG_PTS_003
[5] AT Commands Interface Guide for OS 6.57
WM_ASW_OAT_UGD_0044
[6] AT Commands Interface Guide (Bluetooth)
WM_ASW_BLU_UGD_001
[7] ADL User Guide for Open ATA® V3.12
WM_ASW_OAT_UGD_006
1.1.2 General Reference Documents
[8] "I²C Bus Specification", Version 2.0, Philips Semiconductor 1998
[9] ISO 7816-3 Standard
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General Description
2 General Description
2.1 General Information
The Wireless CPU Q24 Series are self-contained EGSM/GPRS 900/1800 and 850/1900
quad-band Wireless CPUs with the following characteristics:
Note:
The Q24 classic is limited to GSM only (GPRS not supported).
2.1.1 Overall Dimensions
Completely shielded:
• Length: 58.4 mm
• Width: 32.2 mm
• Thickness: 3.9 mm:
- Excluding Shielding legs
- 6, 2 mm for Q24 Automotive, which offers either a MMS or UFL connector
on the top side
•Weight:<11 g (12g for Q24 Automotive)
®
2.1.2 Open AT
Software Suite
Every Wavecom Wireless CPU comes with the "Open AT® Software", which has the
following five elements:
Î Open AT® IDEs
Î Open AT® Applications
Î Open AT® Plug-Ins
Î Open AT® Operating Systems
Î Open AT® Firmwares
The Open AT® Software Suite enables a customer to develop within the Open AT®
IDE an ANSI C based Open AT® Application, which is natively executed under the
Open AT® OS which may utilise one or more Open AT® Plug-Ins and connect to
wireless networks, peripheral devices & companion controllers via the Open AT®
Firmware.
Among other things (please refer to Open AT
®
Programming Guides), the Open AT®
firmware offers:
• Real Time Clock (RTC) with calendar
• Echo Cancellation and noise reduction (quadri codec)
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General Description
The Wireless CPU Q24 Series are designed to integrate various types of specific
process applications such as vertical applications (telemetry, multimedia,
automotive).
The Open AT firmware offers a set of AT commands to control the Wireless CPU.
With this standard Operating System, some interfaces of the Wireless CPU are not
available since they are dependent on the peripheral devices connected to the
Wireless CPU.
TTT
The Open AT OS offers a set of Open AT
limitation mentioned above is not valid in this case.
2.1.3 GSM/GPRS Features
This symbol is used to indicate that the interfaces are not available with AT
commands.
®
The Operating System is Open AT
compliant.
®
AT API’s to control the Wireless CPU. The
• 2-Watt EGSM 900/GSM 850 radio section running under 3.6 volts
• 1-Watt GSM1800/1900 radio section running under 3.6 Volts
• Hardware GSM/GPRS class 10 capable (except the Wireless CPU Q24
Classic)
2.1.4 Interfaces
•Complete interfacing is through a 60-pin connector:
o SPI and 2-wire bus interface
o Keyboard interface
o Two serial link interfaces (UART1 and UART2)
o 3V/1.8V SIM interface
o GPIOs
o Activity status indication interface
o Analog to digital converter
o Analog audio
o Buzzer interface
o Battery charging interface
o External interrupt
o Power supply interface
o Back-up battery interface
•Optional SIM holder (offered on Wireless Q24 Classic and Wireless CPU Q24
•The Wireless CPU Q24 Series does not allow two SIM Cards to be connected
at the same time.
•If a Wireless CPU Q24 Classic or Q24 Plus is used with a SIM Card holder at
the top, it is mandatory
to avoid a SIM interface connection through the 60-
pin General Purpose Connector (GPC).
2.1.7 Green Policy
The Wireless CPU Q24 Series are compliant with RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous
Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment). Directive 2002/95/EC 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), and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)".
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3 Interfaces
Note:
Some of the Wireless CPU Q24 Series interface signals are multiplexed in order to
limit the total number of pins. But this architecture imposes some restrictions.
Example:
If the SPI bus and 2-wire bus are multiplexed and if the SPI bus is used, then the 2wire bus is not available.
Caution:
To power-ON the Wireless CPU Q24 Series correctly and to avoid any damage, all
external signals must be inactive when the Wireless CPU Q24 Series is OFF.
3.1 General Purpose Connector (GPC)
A 60-pin connector, with 0.5 mm pitch, is provided to interface the Wireless CPU Q24
Series with a customer application board containing either an LCD module, or a
keyboard, a SIM connector, a battery connection, etc.
The GPC is made by the KYOCERA / AVX group with the following reference:
•14 5087 060 930 861.
The matting connector has the following reference:
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The available interfaces on the GPC are shown below:
OS 6.57 Open AT
Section Name
Supported
3.4 Serial interface X X
3.5 Keyboard Interface X X
3.6 Main Serial Link X X
3.7 Auxiliary Serial Link X X
3.8 SIM interface X X
3.9 General Purpose IO X X
3.10
3.11
Activity status
indication
Analog to digital
converter
X X
X X
3.12 Audio Interface X X
3.14 Battery charging
X X
interface
3.15 ON/~OFF X X
3.16 Boot X X
3.17 Reset X X
3.18 External interrupt X X
3.19 VCC output X X
0 Real Time Clock X X
0 RF interface X X
Not
supported
Supported
Not
supported
3.2 Power Supply
3.2.1 Power Supply Description
The power supply is one of the key factors in the design of a GSM terminal.
Due to the burst emission in GSM / GPRS, the power supply must be able to deliver
high current peaks in a short time. During these peaks, the ripple (Uripp) on the
supply voltage must not exceed the limits specified, see the table ""Maximum voltage
ripple (Uripp) vs Frequency" given below.
•In communication mode, a GSM/GPRS class 2 terminal emits 577μs radio
bursts every 4.615ms. (see the
emission).
•In communication mode, a GPRS class 10 terminal emits 1154μs radio bursts
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Uripp
t = 577 μs
T = 4,615 ms
Uripp
Figure 2: Power supply during burst emission
Two different inputs are provided for the power supply:
• VBATT is used to supply the RF part and
• VDD is used to supply the baseband part.
VBATT: Directly supplies the RF components with 3.6 V. It is essential to keep a
minimum voltage ripple at this connection in order to avoid any phase error. In
particular, VBATT supplies the RF Power Amplifier.
The current waveform is bursted with the following duty cycles:
• 1/8 of the time (around 577 μs every 4.615 ms for GSM/GPRS class 2),
• 2/8 of the time (around 1154 μs every 4.615 ms for GSM/GPRS class 10).
The rising time is around 10 μs.
VDD: Supplies the +2.8 V ballast regulators of the Wireless CPU Q24 Series. It is
essential to keep the voltage over 3.1 volts at any time.
Notes:
• It is possible to connect VBATT and VDD together.
• In the event of separate power supply, they must be in same state: e.g. either
active or inactive at the same time.
GND:The grounding connection of the Wireless CPU Q24 Series is made through the
shielding Ö The four "legs" must be soldered to a complete
ground plane.
The power supply voltage for VBATT and VDD is given below:
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Electrical characteristics
Signal MIN NOM MAX
VBATT 3.2 V 3.6 V 4.5 V *
VDD 3.1 V 4.5 V
*Max operating Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) 2:1.
3.2.2 Power Supply Recommendation
The VBATT voltage limits must be considered at any time.
The worst condition is during the burst period transmission, when current
consumption is at its highest. During this period, the VBATT voltage is minimum:
• The output voltage of the power supply drops.
• Voltage drop is present between the power supply output and the Wireless
CPU supply pins (VBATT).
To ensure a good design, make sure that
drop in voltage should not set the Wireless CPU supply voltage (VBATT) below
VBATT
Notes:
= 3.2V.
MIN
during a transmit burst period, the total
• During a transmit burst, Wireless CPU nominal current is 1.4A only.
• To design the Wireless CPU power supply with a margin, a target of 2A
recommended.
Caution:
• If VBATT<3.2V, the Wireless CPU automatically powers OFF.
• When a Wireless CPU is supplied with a battery, the total impedance (battery
+ contacts + protections + PCB) should be < 150mΩ to limit voltage drop-out
within emission burst.
•As the radio power amplifier is directly connected to the VBATT, the Wireless
CPU Q24 Series are sensitive to any voltage variation. When a DC/DC
converter is used, Wavecom recommends to set the converter frequency in
such a way that the resulting voltage does not exceed these values, which
are given in the following table. "Maximum voltage ripple (Uripp) vs
Frequency".
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3.2.3 Power Consumption
The Wireless CPU Q24 Series support different power consumption modes:
Working modes Comments
OFF mode The Wireless CPU is in OFF mode.
ALARM mode The Wireless CPU is in OFF mode with RTC block running, when
an ALARM occurs, the Wireless CPU wakes-up automatically.
FAST idle mode The Wireless CPU is synchronized with an RF GSM/GPRS
network.
The internal 26 MHz of the Wireless CPU is constantly active.
SLOW idle mode The Wireless CPU is synchronized with an RF GSM/GPRS tester.
The internal 26 MHz of the Wireless CPU is not constantly active.
FAST Standby
mode
SLOW Standby
mode
Communication
mode
The power consumption depends on the configuration used. It is for this reason that
the following power consumption values are given for each modes, RF bands and
software used (AT or Open AT
The SIM and Radio interface are deactivated via AT command or
Open AT API:
-The embedded application is running
-The serial port remains active (AT commands are available).
The internal 26 MHz of the Wireless CPU is constantly active.
This mode is similar to the FAST Standby mode.
All the features are disabled (no GSM, no GPRS, no SIM and no
Serial port).
The internal 26 MHz of the Wireless CPU is not constantly active.
A GSM/GPRS communication is established with a RF
GSM/GPRS network.
®
).
All the following information is given, by assuming a 50 Ω
Three VBATT values are used to measure the consumption, VBATT
VBATT
(4.5V) and VBATT
MAX
(3.6V).
TYP
RF output.
(3.2V),
MIN
The average current is given for three VBATT values and peak current given is the
maximum current peak measured with three VBATT voltages.
For more information on power consumption measurement, hardware configuration,
SIM used, and software Dhrystone application, see the AT Command Interface Guide
or OS 6.57
[5] and Wireless CPU Q24 Series Customer Design Guidelines [3].
When Wireless CPU is in Alarm mode, no voltage must be applied to any pin of the
60-pin connector, except on the BAT-RTC (pin 56) for RTC operation or ON/~OFF (pin
6) to power-ON the Wireless CPU.
3.2.3.1 Power Consumption without Open AT® Processing
The following measurement results are relevant only when:
®
• There is no Open AT
• The Open AT
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means that the peak current is measured during a TX transmission burst
TX
means that the peak current is measured during a RX reception burst
RX
1
Slow Idle mode power consumption depends on the SIM Card used.
Some SIM Cards respond faster than others, the longer the response time, the higher
the consumption. The measurements were performed on a large number of 3V SIM
Cards and the results in brackets shown in the above table are the minimum and
maximum currents measured from among all the SIM Cards used.
3.2.3.2 Power Consumption with Open AT® Software
®
The power consumption with Open AT
software used is the Dhrystone application
and the following consumption results were measured while performing on the
Dhrystone application.
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An AT command or open AT API allows the input key code to be obtained (see the
AT+CMER command description). This code must then be processed by the
application.
For a total of 25 keys (5 rows x 5 columns), the keyboard interface provides 10
connections:
• 5 rows (ROW0 to ROW4) and
• 5 columns (COL0 to COL4)
The scanning is digital, and the debouncing is performed in the Wireless CPU. No
discrete components such as R, C (Resistor, Capacitor) are needed.
A flexible 6-wire serial interface is available, complying with V24 protocol signaling,
but not with V28 (electrical interface) due to a 2.8 volt interface.
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The two additional signals are:
• Data Carrier Detect (CT109/DCD).
• Ring Indicator (CT125/RI).
Figure 4: UART1 Serial Link signals
Wireless CPU Q24 Series
Interfaces
Pin description
Signal Pin I/O I/O type Reset state Description
CT103/TXD1 39 I CMOS
CT104/RXD1 32 O
CMOS
1X (C3)
CT105/RTS1 30 I CMOS
CT106/CTS1 37 O
CT107/DSR1 36 O
CT1082/DTR1
34 I CMOS
CT109/DCD1 51 O
CT125/RI1 54 O
CT102/GND
(C1) and (C3): To obtain more details on I/O type, refer to chapter "I/O Circuit diagram"
Shielding
legs
CMOS
1X (C1)
CMOS
1X (C3)
CMOS
2X (C1)
CMOS
2X (C1)
High
impedance
2V8
High
impedance
2V8 Clear To Send
2V8
High
impedance
High
impedance
High
impedance
Transmit
serial data
Receive serial
data
Request To
Send
Data Set
Ready
Data Terminal
Ready
Data Carrier
Detect
Ring Indicator
Ground
Multiplexed
with
GPIO3
GPIO2
Caution:
•The rise and fall time of the reception signals (mainly CT103) must be less
than 200 ns.
•The Wireless CPU Q24 Series are designed to operate using all the serial
interface signals. In particular, it is necessary to use RTS and CTS signals for
hardware flow control in order to avoid data corruption during transmission.
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3.7 Auxiliary Serial Link (UART2)
For specific applications, an auxiliary serial interface (UART2) is available on the
Wireless CPU Q24 Series.
E.g. Bluetooth connectivity: See AT commands interface guide (Bluetooth)
Figure 5: UART2 Serial Link signals
Pin description
[5].
Signal Pin I/O I/O type Reset state Description
CT103 /
TXD2
CT104 /
RXD2
CT106 /
CTS2
CT105 /
RTS2
(C1), (C3) and (C4): To obtain more details on I/O type, refer to chapter "I/O Circuit diagram"
18 I CMOS (C4)
20 O
24 O
CMOS 1X
(C3)
CMOS 2X
(C1)
35 I CMOS
Pull down to
0V
2V8
High
impedance
High
impedance
Transmit serial
data
Receive serial
data
Clear To Send GPIO0
Request To Send GPIO5
3.8 SIM Interface
3.8.1 General Description
The following five signals are available:
• SIM_VCC: SIM power supply.
• SIM_RST: Reset.
• SIM_CLK: Clock.
• SIM_DATA: I/O port.
Multiplexed
with
GPI
GPO2
•SIM_PRES: SIM Card detection.
The SIM interface controls a 3V / 1V8 SIM (and a 5V SIM through an external SIM
driver). This interface is fully compliant with the GSM 11.12 recommendations
concerning SIM functions.
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3.8.2 SIM Card Holder
An optional SIM Card holder may be placed on top of Wireless CPU. This SIM Card
holder does not use the SIM_PRES signal.
Caution:
Customers are advised to verify that the SIM Card environmental specification used
is compliant with the Wireless CPU Q24NG environmental specifications [3] (see the
Wireless CPU Q24NG Product Technical Specification WM_PRJ_Q24NG_PTS_001).
Any application must be qualified by the customer with the SIM Card in storage,
transportation and operation.
Some ESD protections were placed to protect SIM form ESD stress; ESD protection
position is described in
mechanical design.
Figure 6 and should be taken into account during a
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Caution:
When speakers and microphones are exposed to the external environment, it is
recommended to add ESD protection on the audio interface lines.
3.12.1 Microphone Inputs
The MIC2 inputs already include the biasing for an electret microphone, thus allowing
easy connection to a handset.
The MIC1 inputs do not include an internal bias. MIC1/SPK1 may be used for a
hands-free system or a handset, including biasing circuit for the microphone.
The microphone connections may be either differential or single-ended, but using a
differential connection in order to reject common mode noise and TDMA noise is
strongly recommended.
Caution:
While using a single-ended connection, ensure to have a good ground plane, a good
filtering as well as shielding, in order to avoid any disturbance on the audio path.
3.12.1.1 Common Microphone Input Characteristics
Both microphone inputs are designed with the following audio transmit
characteristics:
Internal audio filter characteristics
Frequency Gain
0-150 Hz < -22 dB
150-180 Hz < -11 dB
180-200 Hz < -3 dB
200-3700 Hz 0 dB
>4000 Hz < -60 dB
The gain in the MIC inputs are internally adjusted and may be tuned from -6.5 dB to
51.3 dB by using AT commands (refer to AT commands documentation
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Microphone gain versus Max input voltage
Using Controller 1 Using Controller 2
Interfaces
Transmit Gain
Max Vin (mVrms) Transmit Gain (dB) Max Vin (mVrms)
(dB)
+30 43.80 -6.5 3031
+33 31.01 -6 2861
+36 21.95 0 1434
+39 15.54 +9.5 480
+42 11 +10 454
+45 7.79 +30.3 43.80
+48 5.51 +30.8 41.36
+51 3.9 +50.8 4.14
- - +51.3 3.90
* For more details, refer to the AT commands documentation [5]
3.12.1.2 MIC1 Microphone Inputs
The MIC1 inputs are differential and do not include internal bias
. To use these inputs
with an electret microphone, bias must be generated outside the Wireless CPU Q24
Series in accordance with the characteristic of this electret microphone. These inputs
are the standard inputs used either for an external headset or a hands-free kit.
The impedance of microphone 1 must be around 2 kΩ. AC coupling is already
embedded in the Wireless CPU.
The MIC2 inputs are differential inputs. They already include convenient biasing for
an electret microphone (0.5 mA and 2 volts). This electret microphone may be directly
connected to these inputs.
The impedance of microphone 2 must be around 2 kΩ. These inputs are the standard
inputs for a handset design, while MIC1 inputs may be connected either to an
external headset or a hands-free kit.
AC coupling is already embedded in the Wireless CPU.
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Electrical Characteristics
MIC2 Electrical characteristics
Parameters Min Typ Max Unit
MIC2- 0.225 0.35 0.475 V
Internal biasing
DC
Characteristics
MIC2+ 2.025 2.15 2.275 V
Output
current
0.5 1 mA
R2 900 1150 1400
AC
Characteristics
100 Hz<F<5
Z2 1.2 1.5 1.8
kHz
3.12.2 Speaker Outputs
Two speaker outputs are available: SPK1 and SPK2.
Both speaker outputs may be represented as follows:
Wireless CPU Q24 Series
Interfaces
Ω
KΩ
Equivalent circuit
Q24 Series
3.12.2.1 Common Speaker Output Characteristics
The connection may be differential or single-ended, but using a differential connection
to reject common mode noise and TDMA noise is strongly recommended. Moreover,
in single-ended mode, the power is reduced by two, compare to the differential mode
Caution:
When using a single-ended connection, ensure to have a good ground plane, a good
filtering as well as a good shielding in order to avoid any disturbance on the audio
path.
Speaker outputs SPK1 and SPK2 are push-pull amplifiers and may be loaded down to
150Ω and up to 1 nF
The impedance of the speaker amplifier outputs in differential mode is: R ≤ 1 Ω +/-10
% .
When speaker output is not used, the speaker interface is in three states and a 20K
+/-30% impedance is kept between SPK1N and SPK1P as well as SPK2N and SPK2P.
These outputs are differential and the output power may be adjusted by step of 2 dB.
The output may be directly connected to a speaker.
The gain in the speaker outputs are internally adjusted and may be tuned by using AT
commands (refer to the AT commands documentation
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The Wireless CPU Q24 Series supports three types of battery technologies:
• Ni-Cd (Nickel-Cadmium), which is charged with the algorithm 0
• Ni-Mh (Nickel-Métal Hydrure), which is charged with the algorithm 0
• Li-Ion (Lithium-Ion), which is charged with the algorithm 1
The algorithm controls the frequency and the connected time of switching transistor
(T).
To select the algorithm:
• AT+WBCM=4,0Æ Ni-Cd/Ni-Mh (by default)
• AT+WBCM=4,1ÆLi-Ion
• AT+WBCM=4,2ÆTo know which algorithm is used
During the charging procedure, battery charging level is controlled.
When the operating system is not activated (VBATT< 3V2), the battery charging
procedure remains possible by hardware control as long as the charger is plugged:
• VBATT<2V8: the battery is charged through a trickle current
• 2V8<VBATT<3V2: pre-charging current (min=40mA, typ=50mA,
max=60mA)
The purpose of the trickle and pre-charging current is to:
•Allow the battery charging, even if VBATT is too low to power-ON the
Wireless CPU.
•Avoid battery damage, by preventing the battery from being discharged
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Pin description
Signal Pin number I/O I/O type Description
CHG_IN 1, 2, 4 I Analog Current source
input
BAT_TEMP 38 I Analog A/D converter
Electrical Characteristics
Parameter Min Typ
Ma
x
Unit
Resolution 10 bits
Sampling rate 90.3 Ksps/s
Input Impedance
BAT_TEM
P
Input Impedance
(R)
(C)
Input signal range
CHG_IN
*
The min CHG_IN voltage depends on the battery characteristics. (see the following chapter).
<BattLevelMax
1M
0
+0.5*
10
0
2V
8
- 6 V
kΩ
nF
V
3.14.2 Temperature Monitoring
Temperature monitoring is available only for the Li-Ion battery with algorithm 1. The
BAT-TEMP ADC input must be used to sample the temperature analog signal
provided by an NTC temperature sensor. The minimum and maximum temperature
range may be set by an AT command (See the Li-Ion charging algorithm).
3.14.3 Ni-Cd / Ni-Mh Charging Algorithm
During the charging process of a Ni-Cd and Ni-Mh battery, it is required to tune
software parameters in the Wireless CPU operating system:
AT+WBCM=<Mode>, <ChargeInd>, <BattLevelMax>, <BattLevelMin>,
<TPulseInCharge>, <TPulseOutCharge>, <BattIntRes>, <BattChangeLevel > (See the
AT command Interface Guide
[5]).
Caution:
The parameters need to be tuned according to the battery specifications.
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To switch OFF the Wireless CPU, the pin ON/~OFF must be released and, through the
firmware, the Wireless CPU may be switched OFF (using the AT+CPOF command).
Equivalent circuit
ON/∼OFF
Q24 Series
VDD
100K
GND
Pin description
Signal Pin I/O I/O type Description
ON/∼OFF
6 I CMOS Power ON/OFF
Electrical Characteristics
Parameters Min Max Unit
VIL 0 0.6 V
VIH 2.4 5 V
3.15.2 Operating Sequences
3.15.2.1 Power-ON
Once the Wireless CPU is supplied, the application must set the ON/~OFF signal to
high, to start the Wireless CPU power-ON sequence.
The ON/~OFF signal must be held for 1 sec minimum. After this time, an internal
mechanism maintains this on hold condition. During the power-ON sequence, an
internal reset is automatically performed by the Wireless CPU for 240 ms (typical).
During this phase, any external reset should be avoided.
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Once initialization is completed (timing is SIM and network dependent) the AT
interface answers "OK" to the application
1
. For further details, please refer to the AT
commands documentation (AT+WIND, AT+WAIP).
VDD
ON/~OFF
1s minimum
Internal RESET
240ms Typ
Status:
AT command:
OFF mode Reset mode ON mode Rea dy
“AT” is send
“
”
SIM and network dependent
Figure 10: Power-ON sequence diagram
3.15.2.2 Power-OFF
To power-OFF the Wireless CPU correctly, the application must set the ON/~OFF
signal to low and then send the AT+CPOF command to de-register from the network
and switch off the Wireless CPU. Once the "OK" answer is issued, the Wireless CPU is
set to OFF mode. Then the VDD may be disconnected.
1
For this, the application must send AT↵. If the application manages hardware flow
control, the AT command may be sent during the initialisation phase. Another
solution is to use the AT+WIND command to obtain an unsolicited status from the
Wireless CPU.
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Interfaces
Q24 Series
Power
ON
GND
2V8
Reset
10nF
GND
4K7
4K7
10nF
GND
VT+
VT-
System
Reset
~RST
Pin description
Signal Pin number I/O I/O type Description
∼RST
14 I/O Schmitt Reset
Electrical characteristics
Parameters Min Max Condition
VT- 0.9 1 Hysteresis
thresholds
∼RST
VT+ 1.7 1.8
Reset
0 0.4 IOL = -50 μA
state
Normal
2.74 2.86 IOH = 50 μA
mode
This signal may also be used to provide a reset to an external device. It then behaves
as an output. If no external reset is necessary, then this input may be left open.
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If used (as an emergency reset), it must be driven either by an open collector or an
open drain output:
For the implementation of the reset interface, refer to the Customer Design Guidelines
3.17.2 Reset Sequence
To activate the "emergency "reset sequence, the ~RST signal must be set to low for
500 μs minimum.
As soon as the reset is completed, the AT interface answers "OK" to the application.
In this case, the application must send AT↵. If the application manages hardware
flow control, the AT command may be sent during the initialization phase.
Another solution is to use the AT+WIND command to obtain an unsolicited status
from the Wireless CPU.
For further details, refer to the AT commands documentation
External reset
Status:
~RST
External reset
GND
Figure 12: RST pin connection
Min 500µs
Typ: 2ms
Ready
Reset mode
SIM and network dependent
ON mode
[5].
Ready
Figure 13: Reset sequence diagram
3.18 External Interrupt (~INTR)
The Wireless CPU Q24 Series provide an external interrupt input ~INTR. This input is
highly sensitive.
An interrupt is activated on a falling edge.
If this signal is not used, it may be left open.
If used, this input must be driven either by an open collector or an open drain output.
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Pin description
Signal Pin number I/O I/O type Reset state Description
~INTR 16 I CMOS (C5) Pull-up to 2V8 External Interrupt
(C5): To obtain more details on I/O type, refer to the chapter "I/O Circuit diagram"
Electrical characteristics
Parameter Min Max Unit
VIL -0.5 0.7 V
VIH 2.2 3.0 V
The external interrupt may be used to switch OFF the Wireless CPU. To enable this
feature, AT+WFM=1, 83 must be entered:
The ON/OFF signal exists earlier in open or in low level, if an interrupt is received on
the external interrupt pin, the Wireless CPU changes automatically to OFF mode,
similar to an AT+CPOF command.
Notes:
• By default, this feature is not activated
• Use AT+WFM=1,84 to return to default mode
3.19 VCC output
This output may be used to power some external functions. This power supply is
available when the Wireless CPU is ON.
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3.20 Real Time Clock Supply (VCC_RTC)
The VCC_RTC input is used to provide a back-up power supply for the internal Real
Time Clock (RTC).
The RTC is supported by the Wireless CPU when power-ON, but a back-up power
supply is necessary to save date and time information, when the Wireless CPU is
switched off.
If the RTC is not used, this pin may be left open.
Equivalent circuit
If VDD<2.6V, the RTC regulator is disabled, a back-up battery is then necessary to
save date and time information.
Q24 Series
RTC regulator
RTC
block
BAT-RTC
Pin description
Signal Pin number I/O I/O type Description
VCC_RTC 56 I/O Supply RTC Back-up supply
Operating conditions
Parameter Condition Min Typ Max Unit
Input voltage 2 2.75 V
VCC_RTC=2.5 V
Input current
3 10 μA
VDD=3.6V
Output voltage VDD=3.6V, Iout=0.5mA 2.65 2.7 2.75 V
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The impedance is 50Ω nominal and the DC impedance is 0Ω.
3.21.1 RF Connections
The RF interface supports 4 type of connections:
• U.FL Connector (on both sides)
A wide variety of cables fitted with U.FL connectors are proposed by different
suppliers.
• MMS Connector
The MMS connector stands on three pliable legs. The design guarantees the
receptacle stability after placement. The MMS snap on mating system ensures a
correct positive connection on each time.
A wide variety of cables fitted with MMS connectors are proposed by different
suppliers.
Interfaces
• Soldered solution
A soldered solution is preferably based on an RG178 coaxial cable.
• IMP connector
This connector is dedicated to different board applications and must be soldered
to the customer board. The supplier is Radiall with the following reference:
R107 064 900 or R107 064 920.
Notes:
• The Wireless CPU Q24 Series does not support an antenna switch for a car kit,
but this function may be implemented externally and it may be driven using a
GPIO.
• The antenna cable and connector should be selected in order to minimize losses
in the frequency bands used for GSM 850/900MHz and 1800/1900MHz.
• 0.5dB may be considered as a maximum value for loss between the Wireless
CPU and an external connector.
• In order to maintain the RoHS status of the Wireless CPU, Wavecom
recommends that
lead-free solder wire and flux
be used for Wireless CPU
assembly on the motherboard and RF cable, assembly on the Wireless CPU..
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5 Environmental Specifications
The Wireless CPU Q24 Classic and Q24 Plus are compliant with the following
operating classes:
Condition Temperature range
Operating / Class A
-20°C to +55°C for GSM 850 / 900
-10°C to +55°C for GSM 1800/1900
Storage -40°C to +85°C
The Wireless CPU Q24 Automotive and Q24 Extended are compliant with the
following operating classes:
Conditions Temperature range
-20°C to +55°Cfor GSM 850 / 900
Operating / Class A
-10°C to +55°C for GSM 1800/1900
Operating / Class B -30°C to +75°C
Operating / Class C -40°C to + 85°C
Storage -40°C to + 85°C
Classification and Wireless CPU Q24 Series:
•Class A:
The Wireless CPU remains fully functional, meeting GSM performance criteria in
accordance with ETSI requirements, across the specified temperature range.
•Class B:
The Wireless CPU remains fully functional, across the specified temperature range.
Some GSM parameters may occasionally deviate from the ETSI specified
requirements and this deviation may not affect the ability of the Wireless CPU to
connect to the cellular network and fully functional, as it does within the Class A
range.
•Class C:
The functional requirements will not be fulfilled during external influence, but will
return to fully functional automatically, after the external influence has been removed.
Damp heatIEC 68-2.56 +30° C 4 days +40° C 4 days +40° C 4 days
Cb test
Sinusoidal vibrationIEC 68-2.65 - 62 Hz : 5 mm / s
Fc test62 - 200Hz : 2 m / s2
3 x 5 sweep cycles
5 - 20 Hz : 0.96 m2 / s310 -12 Hz : 0.96 m2 / s3
Random vibrationIEC 68-3.3620 - 500Hz : - 3 dB / oct12 - 150Hz : - 3 dB / oct
wide bandFdb test3 x 10 min3 x 30 min
Figure 16: Q24 Classic, Q24 Plus and Q24 Extended Environmental classes
For more details, refer to the document: "Environmental Control Plan" for Wireless
CPU Q24 Series
Electro-Static Discharge (ESD):
[2]
According to the EN 61000-4-2 standard, the maximum ESD level supported by the
Wireless CPU series on contact discharges is ±1 kV on the 60-pin connector, ±2 kV
on the antenna connector, and ±4 kV on the SIM Card holder.
Low temperature: -40°±2°C
High temperature: +85±2°C
Total duration: 11 days
Low temperature: -40°±2°C
High temperature: +85±2°C
Total duration: 200 hours
[10 Hz to 16 Hz]: ±5 mm (peak)
[16 Hz to 62 Hz]: 5 g (peak)
[62 Hz to 200Hz]: 3g (peak)
[200 Hz to 1000 Hz] 1g (peak)
Test duration: 20 cycles
Sweep directions: X / Y / Z
Frequency range: 10 Hz - 2000 Hz
Spectrum level:
0.1 g2/Hz at 10 Hz
0.01 g2/Hz at 250 Hz
0.0005 g2/Hz at 1000 Hz
0.0005 g2/Hz at 2000 Hz
Duration: 16 h
Vibration axis: X / Y / Z
Peak acceleration: 30g / 100g / 200g
Direction: ±X, ±Y, ±Z
1 kV contact discharge on 60-pin
connector
2 kV contact discharge on RF connector
4kV contact discharge on SIM interface
Figure 17: Q24 Automotive environmental classes
For more details, refer to the document:
"Automotive Environmental Control Plan" for Wireless CPU Q24 Series
[1]
5.1.1 Reflow Soldering:
The Wireless CPU Q24 Series do not support any reflow soldering.
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7.1 Standards and Recommendations
GSM ETSI, 3GPP, GCF, and NAPRD03 recommendations for Phase II.
Specification Reference Title
3GPP TS 45.005 v5.5.0
(2002-08) Release 5
GSM 02.07 V8.0.0
(1999-07)
GSM 02.60 V8.1.0
(1999-07)
GSM 03.60 V7.9.0
(2002-09)
3GPP TS 43.064 V5.0.0
(2002-04)
3GPP TS 03.22 V8.7.0
(2002-08)
3GPP TS 03.40 V7.5.0
(2001-12)
3GPP TS 03.41 V7.4.0
(2000-09)
ETSI EN 300 903 V8.1.1
(2000-11)
3GPP TS 04.06 V8.2.1
(2002-05)
Technical Specification Group GSM/EDGE. Radio
Access Network; Radio transmission and reception
Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+);
Mobile Stations (MS) features (GSM 02.07 version
8.0.0 Release 1999)
Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+);
General Packet Radio Service (GPRS); Service
description, Stage 1 (GSM 02.60 version 8.1.0 Release
1999)
Technical Specification Group Services and System
Aspects;
Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+);
General Packet Radio Service (GPRS); Service
description; Stage 2 (Release 1998)
Technical Specification Group GERAN; Digital cellular
telecommunications system (Phase 2+); General
Packet Radio Service (GPRS); Overall description of the
GPRS radio interface; Stage 2 (Release 5)
Technical Specification Group GSM/EDGE. Radio
Access Network; Functions related to Mobile Station
(MS) in idle mode and group receive mode; (Release
1999)
Technical Specification Group Terminals;
Technical realization of the Short Message Service
(SMS)
(Release 1998)
Technical Specification Group Terminals; Technical
realization of Cell Broadcast Service (CBS) (Release
1998)
Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+);
Transmission planning aspects of the speech service in
the GSM
Public Land Mobile Network (PLMN) system (GSM
03.50 version 8.1.1 Release 1999)
Technical Specification Group GSM/EDGE Radio
Access Network; Mobile Station - Base Station System
(MS - BSS) interface; Data Link (DL) layer specification
(Release 1999)
Technical Specification Group Terminals; Specification
of the Subscriber Identity Module - Mobile Equipment
(SIM - ME) interface (Release 5)
Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2);
ETS 300 641
(1998-03)
Specification of the 3 Volt Subscriber Identity Module -
Mobile Equipment (SIM-ME) interface
(GSM 11.12 version 4.3.1)
GCF-CC V3.23.1
(2006-07)
NAPRD03 v3.8.1
(2006-08)
Global Certification Forum – Certification criteria
North America Permanent
Reference Document for PTCRB tests
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The Wireless CPU Quik Q24 series connected to a development kit board application
is certified to be in accordance with the following Rules and Regulations of the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Power listed on the Gant is conducted for Part 22 and conducted for Part 24.
This device contains EGSM/GPRS Class 10 functions in the 900 and 1800MHz Band,
which are not operational in U.S. Territories.
This device can be used only for mobile and fixed applications. The antenna(s) used
for this transmitter must be installed at a distance of minimum 20 cm from all
persons and must not be co-located or operated with any other antenna or
transmitter.
Users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and
transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
Antennas used for this OEM module must not exceed 1.4 dBi gain for GSM 850 MHz
and 7 dBi for GSM 1900 MHz for fixed operating configurations. For mobile
operations the gain must not exceed 1.4 dBi for GSM 850 MHz and 3dBi for GSM
1900 MHz. This device is approved as a module to be installed in other devices.
Installed in portable devices, the RF exposure condition requires a separate
mandatory equipment authorization for the final device.
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The license module will have a FCC ID label on the module itself. The FCC ID label
must be visible through a window or it must be visible when an access panel, door or
cover is easily removed.
If not, a second label must be placed on the outside of the device that contains one of
the following text:
FCC ID: O9EQ24CL001
FCC ID: O9EQ24CL003
FCC ID: O9EQ24PL001
FCC ID: O9EQ24PL003
FCC ID: O9EQ24PL005
FCC ID: O9EQ24PL006
FCC ID: O9EQ24AU001
FCC ID: O9EQ24AU002
FCC ID: O9EQ24EX001
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
o This device may not cause harmful interference.
o This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
7.2 Safety Recommendations (for Information only)
Caution:
For the efficient and safe operation of your GSM applications based on the Wireless
CPU Q24 Series.
Please read this information carefully.
7.2.1 RF safety
7.2.1.1 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 as well as 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.
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7.2.1.2 Exposure to RF Energy
There has been some public concern on 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 safe to use.
If you are concerned about exposure to RF energy, there are things you can do to
minimize the 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 guidelines given in the sections below.
7.2.1.3 Efficient Terminal Operation
For your GSM terminal to operate at the lowest power level, consistent with
satisfactory call quality:
• If your terminal has an extendable 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 when it is 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.
7.2.1.4 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 the damaged
antenna immediately. You may repair antenna to yourself by following the
instruction manual provided to you. If so, use only a manufacturer-approved
antenna. Otherwise, have your antenna repaired by a qualified technician.
• Buy or replace the antenna only from the approved suppliers list. Using of
unauthorized antennas, modifications or attachments could damage the terminal
and may violate local RF emission regulations or invalidate type approval.
7.2.2 General safety
7.2.2.1 Driving
Check with the laws and 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
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7.2.2.2 Electronic Devices
Most electronic equipments, for example in hospitals and motor vehicles are shielded
from RF energy. However, RF energy may affect some improperly shielded electronic
equipment.
7.2.2.3 Vehicle Electronic Equipment
Check with your vehicle manufacturer/representative to determine if any on-board
electronic equipment is adequately shielded from RF energy.
7.2.2.4 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.
7.2.2.5 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 should have prior permission from crew
members, to use your terminal while the aircraft is on the ground. In order to prevent
interference with cellular systems, local RF regulations prohibit using your modem
while airborne.
7.2.2.6 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.
7.2.2.7 Blasting Areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your unit OFF when you are in a
« blasting area » or in areas posted: « turn off two-way radio ». Construction crew
often uses remote control RF devices to set off explosives.
7.2.2.8 Potentially Explosive Atmospheres
Turn your terminal OFF in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Though
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;
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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 used.