Sierra Wireless SL9090 Operators Guide

Product Specification

AirPrime SL9090

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July 27, 2012

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 a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or operator’s control and operation of that vehicle. In some states and provinces, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence.

Limitations of Liability

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

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

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

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Patents

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

This product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM

This product is manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more patents licensed from InterDigital Group.

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Contact Information

Phone: 1-604-232-1488

Sales Desk:

Post:

Web:

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time

E-mail:

Sierra Wireless 13811 Wireless Way Richmond, BC Canada V6V 3A4

Fax: 1-604-231-1109

www.sierrawireless.com

sales@sierrawireless.com

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

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Document History

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Contents

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

3.1.1. Ground Connection Guidelines ................................................................................ 11

3.1.2. Shielding Guidelines ................................................................................................ 11

3.2. Antenna Guidelines ......................................................................................................... 11

3.2.1. Choosing the Correct Antenna and Cabling ............................................................ 11

3.2.2. Determining the Antenna’s Location ........................................................................ 11

3.3. RF Desense Sources ...................................................................................................... 12

4. AUDIO INTERFACE ........................................................................................... 13

5. REGULATORY INFORMATION ......................................................................... 14

5.1. Important Notice .............................................................................................................. 14

5.2. Safety and Hazards ......................................................................................................... 14

5.3. Important Compliance Information for North American Users ........................................ 15

6. REFERENCES ................................................................................................... 17

6.1. Reference Documents ..................................................................................................... 17

6.2. List of Abbreviations ........................................................................................................ 17

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List of Tables

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

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

Table 3. Supported SL9090 Power States ...................................................................................... 9

Table 4. Supported Frequency Ranges ........................................................................................ 10

Table 5. PCM Audio Interface Features ........................................................................................ 13

Table 6. Audio Pin Description ...................................................................................................... 13

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