Sierra Wireless SL6087 Users manual

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AirPrime SL6087

AirPrime SL6087 User Guide

AirPrime SL6087 User 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 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.

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

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Document History

Version

Date

Updates

001

May 18, 2010

Creation

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Contents

1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 9

1.1. Physical Dimensions ......................................................................................................... 9

1.2. GSM/GPRS/EGPRS Features .......................................................................................... 9

1.3. Interfaces ........................................................................................................................... 9

1.4. Operating System .............................................................................................................. 9

1.5. Connection Interfaces ..................................................................................................... 10

1.6. Environment and Mechanics ........................................................................................... 10

1.6.1. RoHS Directive Compliant ....................................................................................... 10

1.6.2. Disposing of the Product .......................................................................................... 10

2. FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 11

2.1. Functional Architecture .................................................................................................... 11

2.1.1. RF Functionalities .................................................................................................... 11

2.2. Operating System ............................................................................................................ 11

3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................ ................................ ........ 12

3.1. Power Supply .................................................................................................................. 12

3.2. Mechanical Specifications ............................................................................................... 12

4. INTERFACES ..................................................................................................... 15

4.1.1. Pin Description ......................................................................................................... 15

4.2. RF Interface ..................................................................................................................... 19

4.2.1. RF Connections ....................................................................................................... 19

4.2.2. Antenna Specifications ............................................................................................. 19

5. CERTIFICATION COMPLIANCE AND RECOMMENDED STANDARDS ......... 20

5.1. Certification Compliance ................................................................................................. 20

5.2. Applicable Standards Listing ........................................................................................... 20

6. REFERENCES ................................................................................................... 22

6.1. Web Site Support ............................................................................................................ 22

6.2. Reference Documents ..................................................................................................... 22

6.2.1. Sierra Wireless Software Documentation ................................................................ 22

6.2.2. Firmware Documentation ......................................................................................... 23

6.2.3. Hardware Documentation ........................................................................................ 23

6.2.4. Other Sierra Wireless Documentation ..................................................................... 24

6.2.5. Other Related Documentation ................................................................................. 24

6.2.6. Application Notes ..................................................................................................... 24

6.3. List of Abbreviations ........................................................................................................ 25

7. SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS (FOR INFORMATION ONLY) ....................... 28

7.1. RF Safety ......................................................................................................................... 28

7.1.1. General ..................................................................................................................... 28

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7.1.2. Exposure to RF Energy ............................................................................................ 28

7.1.3. Efficient Terminal Operation..................................................................................... 28

7.1.4. Antenna Care and Replacement .............................................................................. 28

7.2. General Safety................................................................................................................. 29

7.2.1. Driving ...................................................................................................................... 29

7.2.2. Electronic Devices .................................................................................................... 29

7.2.3. Vehicle Electronic Equipment .................................................................................. 29

7.2.4. Medical Electronic Equipment .................................................................................. 29

7.2.5. Aircraft ...................................................................................................................... 29

7.2.6. Children .................................................................................................................... 30

7.2.7. Blasting Areas .......................................................................................................... 30

7.2.8. Potentially Explosive Atmospheres .......................................................................... 30

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List of Figures

Figure 1. Functional Architecture .................................................................................................... 11

Figure 2. SL6087 Embedded Module Mechanical Drawing ........................................................... 13

Figure 3. LGA Pin Dimension and Location ................................................................................... 14

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List of Tables

Table 1: List of RF Frequency Ranges .......................................................................................... 11

Table 2: Input Power Supply Voltage ............................................................................................ 12

Table 3: LGA Pads Description ..................................................................................................... 15

Table 4: Antenna Specifications .................................................................................................... 19

Table 5: Standards Conformity for the SL6087 Embedded Module ............................................. 20

Table 6: Applicable Standards and Requirements for the SL6087 Embedded Module ................ 20

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1. Introduction

The AirPrime SL6087 Intelligent Embedded Module is a self-contained GSM850/PCS-GPRS/EGPRS
850/1900 dual-band embedded module.

1.1. Physical Dimensions

 Length: 30.0mm
 Width: 25.0mm
 Thickness: 2.65mm (excluding label thickness)
 Weight: 3.8g

1.2. GSM/GPRS/EGPRS Features

 2-Watt EGSM – GPRS 850 radio section running under 3.6 volts
 1-Watt GSM – GPRS 1900 radio section running under 3.6 volts
 0.5-Watt EGPRS 850 radio section running under 3.6 volts
 0.4-Watt EGPRS 1900 radio section running under 3.6 volts
 Hardware GSM/GPRS class 10 and EGPRS class 10 capable

1.3. Interfaces

 Digital section running under 2.8V and 1.8V
 3V/1V8 SIM interface
 Complete Interfacing:

 Power supply
 Serial link
 Analog audio
 PCM digital audio
 SIM card
 USB 2.0 slave
 Serial LCD (not available with AT commands)

1.4. Operating System

 Real Time Clock (RTC) with calendar
 Battery charger
 Echo cancellation + noise reduction (quadri codec)
 Full GSM or GSM/GPRS/EGPRS Operating System stack

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1.5. Connection Interfaces

The AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module is compliant with RoHS 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) or polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)”.

This electronic product is subject to the EU Directive 2002/96/EC for Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). As such, this product must not be disposed off 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.

The SL6087 Embedded Module has a 74-solderable pad LGA form factor that includes:

 One RF connection pad (antenna connection)
 Baseband signals connection

1.6. Environment and Mechanics

1.6.1. RoHS Directive Compliant

1.6.2. Disposing of the Product

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2. Functional Specifications

RF Bandwidth

Transmit Band (Tx)

Receive Band (Rx)

GSM 850

824 to 849 MHz

869 to 894 MHz

PCS 1900

1850 to 1910 MHz

1930 to 1990 MHz

2.1. Functional Architecture

2.1.1. RF Functionalities

The Radio Frequency (RF) functionalities of the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module comply with the
Phase II GSM 850/PCS 1900 recommendations. The frequency range for the transmit band and
receive band are given in the table below.

Table 1: List of RF Frequency Ranges

The Radio Frequency (RF) component is based on a specific quad-band chip that includes the
following:

 Quad-band LNAs (Low Noise Amplifier)
 Direct Conversion Receiver
 Offset PLL/PL (Phase Locked Loop and Polar Loop) transmitter
 Frequency synthesizer
 Digitally controlled crystal oscillator (DCXO)
 Tx/Rx FEM ( Front-End module) for quad-band GSM/GPRS/EGPRS

2.2. Operating System

The AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module is Sierra Wireless Software Suite compliant. With the Sierra
Wireless Software Suite and the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module, customers can embed their
own applications with the AirPrime SL6087 and turn the AirPrime SL6087 embedded module into a
solution for their specific market need.

The operating system allows for the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module to be controlled by AT
commands. However, some interfaces in the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module may still not be
available even with AT command control as these interfaces are dependent on the peripheral devices
connected to the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module.

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3. Technical Specifications

V

MIN

V

NOM

V

MAX

Ripple Max (U

ripp

)

I

peak

Max

VBATT

3.2V

1,2

3.6V

4.8V

250mVpp (freq < 10kHz)
40mVpp (10kHz < freq <

100kHz)
5mVpp (freq > 100kHz)

(TBC)

2.0A

3.1. Power Supply

The following table describes the electrical characteristics of the input power supply voltage that will
guarantee nominal functioning of the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module.

Table 2: Input Power Supply Voltage

1: This value must be guaranteed during the burst (with 2.0A Peak in GSM, GPRS or EGPRS mode)
2: Maximum operating Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) 2:1.

3.2. Mechanical Specifications

The AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module has a nearly-complete self-contained shield. The
mechanical specifications are shown in the figures below, including the area needed for the AirPrime
SL6087 Embedded Module to fit in an application.

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Figure 1. SL6087 Embedded Module Mechanical Drawing

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Figure 2. LGA Pin Dimension and Location

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4. Interfaces

Pin #
Signal Name

I/O Type

Voltage

I/O*

Reset State

Description

Dealing with Unused Pins
Nominal

Mux

1

CT104-RXD1

GPIO5

VCC_2V8

O 1 Main RS232 Receive

(RXD1) Add a test point for
firmware update

2

~CT106-CTS1

GPIO7

VCC_2V8

O Z Main RS232 Clear To Send

(CTS1) Add a test point for
firmware update

3

BAT-RTC

BAT-RTC

I/O RTC Battery connection

NC 4 GPIO0

32kHz

VCC_2V8

I/O

32 kHz

NC 5 AUX-ADC

Analog

I Analog to Digital Input

Pull to GND

6

SIM-VCC

1V8 or 3V

O SIM Power Supply

7

~SIM-RST

1V8 or 3V

O 0 SIM reset Output

8

SIM-IO

1V8 or 3V

I/O

Pull-up (about
10kΩ)

SIM Data

9

SIM-CLK

1V8 or 3V

O 0 SIM Clock

10

SIMPRES

GPIO18

VCC_1V8

I Z SIM Detection

NC

11

~SPI1-I_CS

GPIO20

VCC_2V8

I/O Z SPI1 Chip Select

NC

12

SPI1-CLK

GPIO12

VCC_2V8

O Z SPI1 Clock

NC

13

SPI1-IO

GPIO13

VCC_2V8

I/O Z SPI1 Data Input / Output

NC

14

SPI1-I

GPIO19

VCC_2V8

I Z SPI1 Data Input

NC

15

GPIO21

VCC_2V8

I/O

Undefined

NC

4.1.1. Pin Description

Refer to the following table for the LGA pads description.

Table 3: LGA Pads Description

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Pin #
Signal Name

I/O Type

Voltage

I/O*

Reset State

Description

Dealing with Unused Pins
Nominal

Mux

16

SDA

GPIO2

Open Drain

I/O Z I²C Data

NC

17

SCL

GPIO1

Open Drain

O Z I²C Clock

NC

18

BOOT

VCC_1V8

I Not Used

Add a test point / a jumper/ a
switch to VCC_1V8 (Pin 5) in case
Download Specific mode is used
(See product specification for
details)

19

Reserved_19

20

Reserved_20

21

GND

22

ANT

23

GND

24

NC 25

GND

26

NC

27

NC 28

GND

29

NC

30

GND

31

Reserved_31

32

Reserved_32

33

Reserved_33

34

Reserved_34

35

Reserved_35

36

Reserved_36

37

GPIO24

VCC_2V8

I/O Z

NC

38

GPIO22

VCC_2V8

I/O Z

NC

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Pin #
Signal Name

I/O Type

Voltage

I/O*

Reset State

Description

Dealing with Unused Pins
Nominal

Mux

39

GPIO23

VCC_2V8

I/O Z

NC

40

ADC1/BAT­TEMP

Analog

I Analog temperature

Pull to GND

41

CHG-IN

CHG-IN

I Charger input

NC

42

ADC0/VBATT

VBATT

I Power Supply

43

ON/~OFF

VBATT

I ON / ~OFF Control

44

ADC0/VBATT

VBATT

I Power Supply

45

CT103-TXD2

GPIO14

VCC_1V8

I Z Auxiliary RS232 Transmit

(TXD2) Pull-up to VCC_1V8 with

100kΩ and add a test point for

debugging

46

CT104-RXD2

GPIO15

VCC_1V8

O Z Auxiliary RS232 Receive

Add a test point for debugging

47

~CT106-CTS2

GPIO16

VCC_1V8

O

Z

Auxiliary RS232 Clear To
Send

(CTS2) Add a test point for
debugging

48

~CT105-RTS2

GPIO17

VCC_1V8

I

Z

Auxiliary RS232 Request
To Send

(RTS2) Pull-up to VCC_1V8 with

100kΩ and add a test point for

debugging

49

VPAD-USB

VPAD-USB

I USB Power supply input

NC

50

USB-DP

VPAD-USB

I/O USB Data

NC

51

USB-DM

VPAD-USB

I/O USB Data

NC

52

GND

53

MICP

Analog

I Microphone Input Positive

NC

54

MICN

Analog

I Microphone Input Negative

NC

55

Reserved_55

56

SPKN

Analog

O Speaker Output Negative

NC

57

SPKP

Analog

O Speaker Output Positive

NC

58

VCC_2V8

VCC_2V8

O 2.8V Supply Output

NC

59

VCC_1V8

VCC_1V8

O 1.8V Supply Output

NC

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Pin #
Signal Name

I/O Type

Voltage

I/O*

Reset State

Description

Dealing with Unused Pins
Nominal

Mux

60

LED0

Open Drain

O

1 and
Undefined

LED0 Output

NC

61

INT0

GPIO3

VCC_1V8

I Z Interruption 0 Input

If INT0 is not used, it should be
configured as GPIO

62

INT1

GPIO25

VCC_2V8

I Z Interruption 1 Input

If INT1 is not used, it should be
configured as GPIO

63

~RESET

VCC_1V8

I/O RESET Input

NC or add a test point

64

PCM-SYNC

VCC_1V8

O

Pull-down

PCM Frame Synchro

NC

65

PCM-OUT

VCC_1V8

O

Pull-up

PCM Data Output

NC

66

PCM-IN

VCC_1V8

I

Pull-up

PCM Data Input

NC

67

PCM-CLK

VCC_1V8

O

Pull-down

PCM Clock

NC

68

BUZZER0

Open Drain

O Z Buzzer Output

NC

69

~CT109-DCD1

GPIO11

VCC_2V8

O

Undefined

Main RS232 Data Carrier
Detect

NC

70

~CT108-2­DTR1

GPIO9

VCC_2V8

I

Z

Main RS232 Data Terminal
Ready

(DTR1) Pull-up to VCC_2V8 with
100kΩ

71

~CT125-RI

GPIO10

VCC_2V8

O

Undefined

Main RS232 Ring Indicator

NC

72

~CT107-DSR1

GPIO8

VCC_2V8

O

Z

Main RS232 Data Set
Ready

NC

73

~CT105-RTS1

GPIO6

VCC_2V8

I

Z

Main RS232 Request To
Send

(RTS1) Pull-up to VCC_2V8 with

100kΩ and add a test point for

firmware update

74

CT103-TXD1

GPIO4

VCC_2V8

I Z Main RS232 Transmit

(TXD1) Pull-up to VCC_2V8 with

100kΩ and add a test point for

firmware update

75–98

GND

* The I/O direction information is only for the nominal signal. When the signal is configured in GPIO, it can always be an Input or an Output.

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Characteristic

GSM 850

PCS 1900

TX Frequency

824 to 849 MHz

1850 to 1910 MHz

RX Frequency

869 to 894 MHz

1930 to 1990 MHz

Impedance

50Ω

VSWR

RX max

1.5:1

TX max

1.5:1

Typical Radiated Gain

0dBi in one direction at least

4.2. RF Interface

The RF (radio frequency) interface of the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module allows the
transmission of RF signals. This interface has a 50Ω nominal impedance and a 0Ω DC impedance.

4.2.1. RF Connections

The RF input/output of the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module is through one of the LGA pins (pin
22, ANT), with grounded LGA pins at both sides.

The ANT pin of the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module is ESD protected for both ±4KV contact and
±8KV air discharge.

4.2.2. Antenna Specifications

The antenna must meet the requirements specified in the table below.
The optimum operating frequency depends on the application. A dual-band, tri-band or quad-band

antenna should operate in these frequency bands and have the following characteristics.

Table 4: Antenna Specifications

Note: Sierra Wireless recommends a maximum VSWR of 1.5:1 for both TX and RX bands. Even so, all

aspects of this specification will be fulfilled even with a maximum VSWR of 2:1.

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5. Certification Compliance and

Domain

Applicable Standard

Safety standard

EN 60950-1 (ed.2006)

Health standard (EMF Exposure Evaluation)

EN 62311 (ed. 2008)

Efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum

EN 301 511 (V 9.0.2)

EMC

EN 301 489-1 (v1.8.1)
EN 301 489-7 (v1.3.1)

FCC

FCC Part 22, 24

IC

RSS-132 Issue 2
RSS-133 Issue 5

Document

Current
Version

Title

NAPRD.03

5.3

Overview of PCS Type certification review board (PTCRB) Mobile Equipment
Type Certification and IMEI control

TS 51.010-1

9.1.0

3rd Generation Partnership Project; Technical Specification Group GSM/EDGE
Radio Access Network; Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+);
Mobile Station (MS) conformance specification; Part 1: Conformance
specification

TS 51.010-2

9.1.0

3rd Generation Partnership Project; Technical Specification Group GSM/EDGE
Radio Access Network; Mobile Station (MS) conformance specification; Part 2:
Protocol Implementation Conformance Statement (PICS) proforma specification

TS 51.010-4

4.14.1

3rd Generation Partnership Project; Technical Specification Group GSM/EDGE
Radio Access Network; Digital cellular telecommunications system (Phase 2+);
Mobile Station (MS) conformance specification; Part 4: SIM Application Toolkit
Conformance specification

ETSI 102.230

3.9.0

Smart cards; UICC-Terminal interface; Physical, electrical and logical test
specification(Release 99)

Recommended Standards

5.1. Certification Compliance

The AirPrime SL6087 Embedded Module connected on a development kit board application is
compliant with the following requirements.

Table 5: Standards Conformity for the SL6087 Embedded Module

5.2. Applicable Standards Listing

The table hereafter gives the basic list of standards applicable for the AirPrime SL6087 Embedded
Module (2G (R99/Rel. 4)).

Note: References to any features can be found from these standards.

Table 6: Applicable Standards and Requirements for the SL6087 Embedded Module

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Certification Compliance and

Recommended Standards

The AirPrime SL6087 Intelligent Embedded Module has been granted modular approval for mobile
applications. Integrators may use this device in their final products without additional FCC / IC
(Industry Canada) certification if the following conditions are met. Otherwise, additional FCC / IC
approvals must be obtained.

1. At least 20 cm separation distance between the antenna and the user’s body must be

maintained at all times.

2. To comply with FCC / IC regulations limiting both maximum RF output power and human

exposure to RF radiation, the maximum antenna gain including cable loss in a mobile‐only
exposure condition must not exceed 8.0 dBi in the cellular band and 3.6 dBi in the PCS band.

3. The AirPrime SL6087 Intelligent Embedded Module and its antenna must not be co‐located or

operating in conjunction with any other transmitter within a host device.

4. A label must be affixed to the outside of the end product into which the AirPrime SL6087

Intelligent Embedded Module is incorporated, with a statement similar to the following:

This device contains FCC ID: N7NSL6087
This equipment contains device certified under IC: 2417C‐SL6087

5. A user manual with the end product must clearly indicate the operating requirements and

conditions that must be observed to ensure compliance with current FCC / IC RF exposure
guidelines.

The end product with an AirPrime SL6087 Intelligent Embedded Module may also need to pass the
FCC Part 15 unintentional emission testing requirements and be properly authorized per FCC Part 15.

Note: If this module is intended for use in a portable device, you are responsible for separate

approval to satisfy the SAR requirements of FCC Part 2.1093 and IC RSS‐102.

Please note that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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6. References

Content

Web Site

General information about AirPrime SL Series
Intelligent Embedded Module

http://www.sierrawireless.com/en/productsandservices/
AirPrime/Embedded_Modules/SL_Series.aspx

Specific support about the AirPrime SL6087
Embedded Module

http://www.sierrawireless.com/productsandservices/Air
Prime/Embedded_Modules/SL_Series/SL_6087.aspx

Carrier/Operator approvals

http://www.sierrawireless.com/en/sitecore/content/Sierr
a%20Wireless/Support/Downloads/AirPrime/SL_Series/
AirPrime_SL6087.aspx

Sierra Wireless Software Suite Introduction

http://www.sierrawireless.com/productsandservices/Air
Prime/Sierra_Wireless_Software_Suite/Open_AT_Oper
ating_System.aspx

Developer support for software and hardware

http://forum.sierrawireless.com/

6.1. Web Site Support

Check the Sierra Wireless website at http://sierrawireless.com for the latest documentation available.

6.2. Reference Documents

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.

6.2.1. Sierra Wireless Software Documentation

[1] Getting started with SDK 4.22b

Reference: WM_DEV_OAT_UGD_048

[2] Tutorial for IDE 1.08 (if using IDE; obsolete if using Developer Studio)

Reference: WM_DEV_OAT_UGD_044

[3] Tools Manual for IDE 1.08 (if using IDE; obsolete if using Developer Studio)

Reference: WM_DEV_OAT_UGD_045

[4] Basic Development Guide for SDK 4.22 (if using IDE; obsolete if using Developer Studio)

Reference: WM_DEV_OAT_UGD_050

[5] ADL User Guide for SDK 4.22 (if using IDE; obsolete if using Developer Studio)

Reference: WM_DEV_OAT_UGD_051

[6] SDK 4.22 Official Release Note

Reference: WM_DEV_OAT_DVD_338

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6.2.2. Firmware Documentation

[7] Firmware 7.4b AT Commands Manual (Sierra Wireless Software Suite 2.32)

Reference: WM_DEV_OAT_UGD_079 (Version 14)

[8] AT Commands Interface Guide

Reference: WM_DEV_OAT_UGD_014

[9] AT Commands Interface Guide (Bluetooth)

Reference: WM_ASW_BLU_UGD_001

[10] Firmware 7.4 Customer Release Note

Reference: TBC

6.2.3. Hardware Documentation

[11] AirPrime Q2687 Classic Product Technical Specification

Reference: WM_DEV_Q2687_PTS_001

[12] AirPrime Q26xx Process Customer Guidelines

Reference: WM_PRJ_Q2686_PTS_004

[13] AirPrime Q2687 Customer Design Guidelines

Reference: WA_DEV_Q2687_PTS_007

[14] AirPrime Q2687 Product Technical Specification

Reference: WA_ENG_Q2687_PTS_001

[15] AirPrime Q Series Development Kit User Guide

Reference: WM_BBD_Q26_UGD_001

[16] AirPrime Q2687 Refreshed Migration Guide

Reference: WA_DEV_Q26RD_UGD_001

[17] AirPrime Q2686 Product Technical Specification

Reference: WM_PRJ_Q2686_PTS_001

[18] AirPrime Q2687 Refreshed Product Technical Specification and Customer Design

Guideline
Reference: WA_DEV_Q26RD_PTS_001

[19] AirPrime SL Series Development Kit User Guide

Reference: WA_DEV_SL6087_UGD_003

[20] Customer Process Guideline for AirPrime SL6087

Reference: WM_DEV_SL6087_PTS_001

[21] AirPrime SL6087 Migration Guide

Reference: WA_DEV_SL6087_UGD_001

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Title

Description

Power Supply with automotive
constraints

DC-DC converter based on
STMicroElectronics L5973AD
VIN = 5.5...32V
VOUT = 3.8V
Especially designed to meet Sierra Wireless Intelligent Embedded Module

requirements.

CAN Interface (high speed)

CAN Interface over SPI based on:

- MicroChip MCP2515 CAN Controller,

- Philips PCA82C250T CAN Transceiver.

CAN Interface (low speed)

CAN Interface (over SPI) based on:

- MicroChip MCP2515 CAN Controller,

- Philips TJA1054A CAN Transceiver.

Bluetooth Connection

Provides BlueTooth Connectivity (over UART2) based on:
Murata LBMA29BAE2 HCI BlueTooth module.

Dual USB Interface

Provides 2 separate serial ports on a USB interface, based on:
FTDI FTDI2232C Dual USB UART with FIFO

Power Supply on USB

VIN = 5.0V (from USB supply)
VOUT = 3.8V
Especially designed to meet Sierra Wireless Intelligent Embedded Module

and power supply requirements.

Full GSM-GPRS modem on USB

Based on the two previous designs

6.2.4. Other Sierra Wireless Documentation

[22] Automotive Environmental Control Plan for SL6087 Embedded Module

Reference: WM_QUA_Q2687_DCP_001

[23] Bluetooth Interface Application Note

Reference: WM_ASW_OAT_APN_016

6.2.5. Other Related Documentation

[24] “I2C Bus Specification”, Version 2.0, Philips Semiconductor 1998
[25] ISO 7816-3 Standard

6.2.6. Application Notes

For other application notes, the following reference designs are available upon request to Sierra
Wireless support.

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Abbreviation

Definition

AC

Alternative Current

ADC

Analog to Digital Converter

A/D

Analog to Digital conversion

AF

Audio-Frequency

AT

ATtention (prefix for modem commands)

AUX

AUXiliary

CAN

Controller Area Network

CB

Cell Broadcast

CEP

Circular Error Probable

CLK

CLocK

CMOS

Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor

CS

Coding Scheme

CTS

Clear To Send

DAC

Digital to Analogue Converter

dB

Decibel

DC

Direct Current

DCD

Data Carrier Detect

DCE

Data Communication Equipment

DCS

Digital Cellular System

DR

Dynamic Range

DSR

Data Set Ready

DTE

Data Terminal Equipment

DTR

Data Terminal Ready

EDGE

Enhance Data rates for GSM Evolution

EFR

Enhanced Full Rate

E-GSM

Extended GSM

EGPRS

Enhance GPRS

EMC

ElectroMagnetic Compatibility

EMI

ElectroMagnetic Interference

EMS

Enhanced Message Service

EN

ENable

ESD

ElectroStatic Discharges

FIFO

First In First Out

FR

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

6.3. List of Abbreviations

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Abbreviation

Definition

GPRS

General Packet Radio Service

GPS

Global Positioning System

GSM

Global System for Mobile communications

HR

Half Rate

I/O

Input / Output

LED

Light Emitting Diode

LGA

Land Grid Array

LNA

Low Noise Amplifier

MAX

MAXimum

MIC

MICrophone

MIN

MINimum

MMS

Multimedia Message Service

MO

Mobile Originated

MT

Mobile Terminated

na

Not Applicable

NF

Noise Factor

NMEA

National Marine Electronics Association

NOM

NOMinal

NTC

Negative Temperature Coefficient

PA

Power Amplifier

Pa

Pascal (for speaker sound pressure measurements)

PBCCH

Packet Broadcast Control CHannel

PC

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

RF

Radio Frequency

RFI

Radio Frequency Interference

RHCP

Right Hand Circular Polarization

RI

Ring Indicator

RST

ReSeT

RTC

Real Time Clock

RTCM

Radio Technical Commission for Maritime services

RTS

Request To Send

RX

Receive

SCL

Serial CLock

SDA

Serial DAta

SIM

Subscriber Identification Module

SMS

Short Message Service

SPI

Serial Peripheral Interface

SPL

Sound Pressure Level

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Abbreviation

Definition

SPK

SPeaKer

SRAM

Static RAM

TBC

To Be Confirmed

TDMA

Time Division Multiple Access

TP

Test Point

TVS

Transient Voltage Suppressor

TX

Transmit

TYP

TYPical

UART

Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter

USB

Universal Serial Bus

USSD

Unstructured Supplementary Services Data

VSWR

Voltage Standing Wave Ratio

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7. Safety Recommendations (For
Information Only)

For the efficient and safe operation of your GSM application based on the AirPrime SL6087
Embedded Module, please read the following information carefully.

7.1. RF Safety

7.1.1. 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.

7.1.2. 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 guidelines
below.

7.1.3. 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.

7.1.4. 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. You may repair antenna
to yourself by following the instructions provided to you. If so, use only a manufacturer-approved
antenna. Otherwise, have your antenna repaired by a qualified technician.

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Information Only)

Buy or replace the antenna only from the approved suppliers list. Using unauthorized antennas,
modifications or attachments could damage the terminal and may contravene local RF emission
regulations or invalidate type approval.

7.2. General Safety

7.2.1. 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.

7.2.2. 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.

7.2.3. Vehicle Electronic Equipment

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

7.2.4. 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.

7.2.5. 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 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.

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7.2.6. 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.

7.2.7. 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.

7.2.8. Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

Turn your terminal OFF when 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; 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.

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