General Dynamics Itronix IX-MC8775 IX-MC8775 User Manual MC8775 Datasheet rev 1 0 indd
General Dynamics Itronix Corporation IX-MC8775 MC8775 Datasheet rev 1 0 indd
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Datasheet
AIRCARD ENABLED™ SOLUTIONS
The MC8775 PCI Express Mini Card is a powerful,
cost effective solution that easily integrates into
laptops and other host devices offering complete
wireless data solutions over HSDPA-capable UMTS
networks. Embedded right into computing devices
for best possible performance, users will be ‘AirCard
Enabled™’, and receive the same high-performance
wireless wide area connectivity customers have
come to expect from Sierra Wireless’ award-winning
AirCard products. The MC8775 PCI Express Mini
Card will truly change the way people access e-mail,
the Internet and corporate applications through
their computing devices. With tri-band HSDPA, the
MC8775 is designed for global use and operates on
the 850, 1900, and 2100 MHz WCDMA bands.
POWERFUL HSDPA ENGINES
The MC8775 PCI Express Mini Card is the latest in a
series of successful Sierra Wireless GSM products.
Built using the latest HSDPA technology, the MC8775
Mini Card is a complete 3.6 Mbps HSDPA wireless
solution, offering data and SMS functionality.
.Typical download rates of 500 to 800kbps, peak
speeds up to 3.6Mbps*
.Uses MSM6280™ chipset from QUALCOMM
.Supports tri-band UMTS (HSDPA): 850, 1900, and
2100 MHz
.Supports quadband EDGE/GPRS/GSM:
850/900/1800/1900 MHz
.Support third generation (3G) digital cellular
standards
.Enable rapid development of exceptional high-
speed data products
.Comprehensive WHQL-certifi ed USB software driver
architecture
MC8775 PCI EXPRESS MINI CARDS
POWERFUL, COST EFFECTIVE, STANDARDS-BASED HSDPA ENGINES
PCI Express Mini Card Standard
Superior Integration Support
Fastest Time to Market
AirCard EnabledTM
.
POWERFUL, COST EFFECTIVE HSDPA ENGINE THAT INTEGRATES EASILY INTO DEVICES
.
BEST IN CLASS TECHNICAL AND INTEGRATION SUPPORT AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
ACCELERATE END PRODUCT TIME-TO-MARKET
.
COMPREHENSIVE SOFTWARE OFFERING, DEVELOPMENT KIT AND APPLICATIONS SIMPLIFIES
DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
.
USES LATEST QUALCOMM TECHNOLOGY
Standalone carrier certifi cation, and infrastructure
interoperability lab testing for the MC8775 will allow
customers to effi ciently integrate, certify, and achieve
the best time-to-market possible for their products.
PCI EXPRESS MINI CARD
STANDARD
Based on the PCI Express Mini Card specifi cation,
the MC8775 offers premium functionality and
performance. Sierra Wireless’ fl exible Command
and Status (CnS) interface and key software applica-
tions support compelling data products. Extensive
software, applications and tools, installation and
activation wizards, and essential hardware drivers
simplify the certifi cation and commercialization pro-
cess. Measuring 51 x 30 x 4.5 mm and weighing in
less than 12g, the MC8775 also complies with new
European Union directives on RoHS (Restrictions on
Hazardous Substances).
* Subject to network conditions, see service provider for details
SUPERIOR SUPPORT TO HELP
WITH INTEGRATION
REQUIREMENTS
Sierra Wireless has extensive experience working
with customers to develop and bring GSM data solu-
tions to market on a timely basis. Backed by a lead-
ing development and support team, customers can
depend on Sierra Wireless to provide comprehensive
software interface, development and integration
services and a full suite of complementary software
drivers to expedite product development cycles.
Look at Sierra Wireless as a reliable extension
of your development team to effi ciently design,
develop, certify, and launch exceptional wireless
data products.
Sierra Wireless is your only source for AirCard
Enabled wireless data solutions.
MC8775 PCI EXPRESS
MINI CARD
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
PACKAGE:
Length: 51 mm
Width: 30 mm
Thickness: 4.5 mm
Weight: under 12 g
POWER:
Input Voltage Range: 3.0 ~ 3.6V
Low talk current
Low stand-by current
ANTENNA CONNECTOR:
50 Ohm compatible
U. FL RF connector
NETWORKS:
850/1900/2100MHz WCDMA
Power class 3 (+24dBm)
850/900MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE
GSM Power class 4/EDGE E2
1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE
GSM Power Class 1/EDGE E2
HOST INTERFACE:
52-Pin Edge Connector
Pinout supports PCI-Express Mini Card
Specifi cation Rev 1.1
USB 2.0
Software confi gurable LED control
U-SIM
ENVIRONMENTAL:
Operating Temperature: -20 to +60º C
Storage Temperature: -30 to +85º C
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONALITY:
AT command interface
Software Development Kit (SDK) including Application
Program Interface (API)
RoHS compliant
Sierra Wireless is a recognized industry leader in developing wireless data products and enabling software for
portable and industrial applications. Sierra Wireless’s products include:
.
AirCard line of PC Cards
.
Line of 3G PCI Express Mini Cards for both CDMA 1xEV-DO, 1xEV-DO Rev A, and HSDPA technology tracks
.
MP rugged wireless modem line for EDGE/GSM/GPRS and CDMA 1X networks
.
Proprietary embedded module series for CDMA 1X and CDMA 1xEV-DO networks
.
Software Development Kits (SDKs)
Now Sierra Wireless enhances your wireless access choices with high-performance broadband wireless products to
meet your worldwide needs.
DATA SERVICES:
850/1900/2100 MHz WCDMA
Forward link up to 3.6Mbps
Reverse link up to 384Kbps
850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM/GPRS/EDGE
Forward link up to 216 Kbps
Reverse link up to 108 kbps
FOR MORE INFORMATION
North America and Asia
Tel: +1 604 232 1488
Fax: +1 604 231 1109
Europe
Tel: +44 20 8 622 3015
Fax: +44 20 8 622 3206
E-mail: sales@sierrawireless.com
Web site: www.sierrawireless.com
Sierra Wireless, the Sierra Wireless logo, Watcher
and the red wave design are trademarks of Sierra
Wireless. Heart of the Wireless Machine and AirCard
are registered trademarks of Sierra Wireless. Other
registered trademarks that appear on this package are
the property of the respective owners.
© 2006 Sierra Wireless, Inc.
P/N 2150107 rev 1.0
SIERRA WIRELESS, THE LEADER IN WIRELESS WIDE AREA MOBILE COMPUTING
SIERRA WIRELESS
MC8775 PCI
EXPRESS MINI CARDS
POWERFUL,
COST EFFECTIVE,
STANDARDS-BASED
HSDPA ENGINES