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WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 001 February 15, 2011 AirPrime SL5011Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 2 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines 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.

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 4 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Document History Version Date Updates 001 February 15, 2011 Creation

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 5 Contents 1.INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 91.1.Physical Features .............................................................................................................. 91.2.Electrical Features ............................................................................................................. 91.3.Environmental Features .................................................................................................... 91.4.RF Features ..................................................................................................................... 101.5.Application Interface Features ......................................................................................... 101.6.EMConnect Features ...................................................................................................... 101.7.Packet Mode Features .................................................................................................... 101.8.IS-95 Circuit-Switched Features ...................................................................................... 111.9.Short Message Service (SMS) Features ......................................................................... 112.STANDARDS COMPLIANCE ............................................................................ 122.1.General Compliance ........................................................................................................ 122.1.1.Mobile Station Class ................................................................................................ 122.1.2.Protocol Revision Support ........................................................................................ 122.2.TIA/EIA-95B ..................................................................................................................... 122.3.TIA/EIA/IS-2000............................................................................................................... 132.3.1.Radio Configurations ................................................................................................ 132.3.2.Release A Feature Support ...................................................................................... 142.4.TIA/EIA/IS-856 (1xEV-DO) .............................................................................................. 142.5.CDMA Data Services ...................................................................................................... 152.6.CDMA Short Message Service (SMS) ............................................................................ 162.7.Over-The-Air Service Provisioning (OTASP) .................................................................. 162.7.1.IS-683 Features ....................................................................................................... 162.7.2.Internet Over The Air (IOTA) Features .................................................................... 172.8.Position Location ............................................................................................................. 172.9.Additional Standards ....................................................................................................... 182.10.CDMA Certification Requirements .................................................................................. 182.10.1.CDMA Parametric Performance............................................................................... 182.10.2.Interoperability .......................................................................................................... 182.10.3.FCC and Industry Canada Type Acceptance .......................................................... 193.ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................... 203.1.Host Interface .................................................................................................................. 203.1.1.Pin Assignments ...................................................................................................... 203.1.2.Host Interface Descriptions ...................................................................................... 243.1.3.Power Supply ........................................................................................................... 243.2.RF Specifications ............................................................................................................ 243.2.1.Recommended GPS Antenna Specifications .......................................................... 264.MECHANICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................ 27

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 6 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines 4.1.Labeling ........................................................................................................................... 305.REGULATORY APPROVAL .............................................................................. 316.REFERENCES ................................................................................................... 346.1.Standards ........................................................................................................................ 346.1.1.TIA/EIA Standards ................................................................................................... 346.1.2.CDG Standards ........................................................................................................ 356.1.3.Agency Standards .................................................................................................... 356.1.4.Other Standards ....................................................................................................... 356.2.Sierra Wireless Documentation ....................................................................................... 367.ACRONYMS ....................................................................................................... 37

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 7 List of Figures Figure 1.Top and Bottom View (Preliminary)................................................................................. 28Figure 2.Dimensioned View (Preliminary) ..................................................................................... 29Figure 3.SL5011 Unit Label ........................................................................................................... 30

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 8 List of Tables Table 1.Band and Power Class Features ..................................................................................... 12Table 2.Support for P_REV 5 Features ........................................................................................ 12Table 3.Channel and Radio Configuration Support1 .................................................................... 13Table 4.Support for P_REV 6 Feature ......................................................................................... 14Table 5.Support for 1xEV-DO ...................................................................................................... 14Table 6.IS-707-A Data Features .................................................................................................. 15Table 7.Data Features Supported ................................................................................................ 15Table 8.SMS Features .................................................................................................................. 16Table 9.OTASP/OTAPA Features ................................................................................................ 16Table 10.IOTA Features ................................................................................................................. 17Table 11.Position Location Features .............................................................................................. 17Table 12.US and Industry Canada Compliance Requirements ..................................................... 19Table 13.Connector Pin Assignments ............................................................................................ 20Table 14.Power and Ground Specifications ................................................................................... 24Table 15.Main Antenna Specifications 1, 2 ...................................................................................... 24Table 16.RF Performance .............................................................................................................. 25Table 17.Diversity Antenna Specifications ..................................................................................... 25Table 18.GPS Sensitivity ................................................................................................................ 25Table 19.GPS Specifications .......................................................................................................... 26Table 20.Recommended GPS Antenna Specifications .................................................................. 26Table 21.Mechanical and Environmental Specifications ................................................................ 27Table 22.Acronyms ......................................................................................................................... 37

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 9 1. Introduction The AirPrime SL5011 is a 74-pin soldered-down module based on the Intel pin-out specification proposal for the standard JEDEC LGA packaging form factor. Its wireless modem provides CDMA and 1xEV-DO wireless data connectivity for eBooks, portable navigation devices, mobile Internet devices, point-of-sale devices, industrial handhelds and other machine-to-machine and vertical applications. The SL5011 is part of a family of embedded wireless engines spanning a number of air interface technologies and wide area networking protocols. It has a dual-band diversity radio supporting the 800 MHz cellular and 1900 MHz PCS bands as well as GPS frequency band. The modem is based on QUALCOMM’s MDM6085 integrated processor. The purpose of this document is to describe the features and specifications of the module and to provide our OEM partners/customers with the information required to integrate the SL5011 into their products. Application and hardware interface requirements are discussed at a high level only; for more details, visit www.sierrawireless.com. 1.1. Physical Features  Small form factor – Based on the 74-pin LGA Intel Moorestown form factor specification (25mm x 30mm x 2.47mm (nominal)) 1.2. Electrical Features The SL5011 has one supply voltage:  VCC – Min 3.3 V, Max 4.3 V The SL5011 is self-shielded; no additional shielding is required. 1.3. Environmental Features Temperature operating range:  Normal use (3GPP compliant): -30°C to +70°C  Industry extended temperature range (non-3GPP compliant): <tbd>

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 10 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Introduction 1.4. RF Features  Dual-band support for both the 800 MHz cellular and 1.9 GHz PCS bands  Receive diversity support for the 800 MHz cellular and 1.9 GHz PCS bands  Adheres to CDMA authentication as specified in CDMA 1X  Support for IS-95A/B and CDMA 1X Release 0/A  Support for IS-856 1xEV-DO Revision A  Support for gpsOne™ and stand-alone GPS 1.5. Application Interface Features  NDIS supported for Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 2000 platforms  USB supporting multiple logical channels over the USB MUX protocol  USB selective suspend supported for maximum power savings  Wakeup Enable – the module can be set to wake the host device upon ring, restoration of radio coverage, and/or receipt of SMS  One UART port and one USB port  AT command interface  Limited RUIM feature for 1st release  Sierra Wireless proprietary Control and Status (CnS) language interface  Available Software Development Kit (SDK including an Application Program Interface (API) for Windows-based applications 1.6. EMConnect Features The SL5011 supports EMConnectTM – a robust set of firmware features that enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to reduce their development time, platform costs and dependence on host processors. The SL5011 supports these EMConnect features:  Enhanced serial (UART) interface  PAD (Packet Assembler Dis-assembler)  Connection Watchdog to ensure connectivity  Enhanced GPIO  Modem configuration persistence For more information on EMConnect, refer to document [44] EMConnect Guide. 1.7. Packet Mode Features  IS-2000 data rates up to 153* kbps, simultaneous forward and reverse channel.  IS-856 (1xEV-DO Rev. A) data rates up to 3.1 Mbps forward channel and 1.8 Mbps reverse channel. Note: * Data rate supported depends on network implementation.

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 11 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Introduction 1.8. IS-95 Circuit-Switched Features  V.34 data rates to 14.4 kbps  G3 facsimile receive and transmit  Quick Net Connect (QNC) support 1.9. Short Message Service (SMS) Features  Send and receive  Notification of new messages

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 12 2. Standards Compliance This section describes the compliance of the SL5011 to the standards described in section 6 References. Many of these features require the support of the host device for full compliance. These cases are noted. 2.1. General Compliance 2.1.1. Mobile Station Class The output power and band class features of the SL5011 are summarized in the following table. Table 1. Band and Power Class Features Band Class Mobile Station Class Supported? 0 (North American Cellular)1 Class III Yes 1 (North American PCS) 2 Class II Yes 2 (TACS) N/A No 3 (JTACS) N/A No 4 (Korean PCS) N/A No 5 (NMT 450) N/A No 6 (IMT-2000) N/A No 1 Band Class 0 also supports cellular bands in other regions including Asia Pacific, Latin America and the Middle East. 2 Band Class 1 also supports PCS bands in other regions including Asia Pacific and Latin America. 2.1.2. Protocol Revision Support The SL5011 supports all protocol revisions through P_REV 6. Detailed protocol revision feature compliance is described in the next two sections. 2.2. TIA/EIA-95B The SL5011 is compliant with TIA/EIA-95-B, including all protocol revisions through P_REV 4. Feature support for P_REV 5 is defined in the following table. Table 2. Support for P_REV 5 Features Feature Supported? Access Entry Handoff Yes Access Probe Handoff Yes Channel Assignment into Soft Handoff Yes Mobile Assisted Hard Handoff Yes Network Directed System Selection Yes Calling Name Presentation (CNAP) Yes1

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 13 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Standards Compliance Feature Supported? Priority Access and Channel Assignment (PACA) No Power-Up Function (PUF) No AMPS Improvements (IS-553-A) N/A Supplemental Code Channels (MDR) Yes2 Hopping Pilot Beacon No IS-95B Wireless Local Loop (WLL) Features No 1 Host support is required for this feature 2 Only F-SCCH is supported. Up to seven F-SCCH supported. 2.3. TIA/EIA/IS-2000 The SL5011 support for TIA/EIA/IS-2000 features is defined by the capabilities of the QUALCOMM MDM6085 hardware and AMSS6085 software. 2.3.1. Radio Configurations The SL5011 supports all mandatory radio configurations. Detailed channel and radio configuration support is shown in the following table. The following table also outlines the data rates supported by each radio configuration. The maximum data rate supported by 1X is 153 kbps simultaneously on the forward and reverse link. The maximum data rate supported for IS-856 (1xEV-DO Rev. A) is 3.1 Mbps on the forward link and 1.8 Mbps on the reverse link. Table 3. Channel and Radio Configuration Support1 Feature Supported Simultaneous Data Rate (kbps) Forward Link Reverse Link Quick Paging Channel (F-QPCH) Yes Fundamental Channel (FCH) Rate Set 1 RCs (fwd: 1,3,4; rev: 1,3) Yes 9.6 9.6 Rate Set 2 RCs (fwd: 2,5; rev: 2,4) Yes 14.4 14.4 Supplemental Channel (SCH) Rate Set 1 RCs (fwd: 3,4; rev: 3) Yes 9.6/19.2/38.4/76.8/153.6/307.2 9.6/19.2/38.4/76.8/153.6/307.2 Rate Set 2 RCs (fwd: 5; rev: 4) Yes 14.4/28.8/57.6/115.2/230.4 14.4/28.8/57.6/115.2/230.4 Dedicated Control Channel (DCCH)2 Rate Set 1 RCs (fwd: 3,4; rev: 3) Yes 9.6 9.6 Rate Set 2 RCs (fwd: 5; rev: 4) Yes 14.4 14.4 Reverse Pilot Channel (R-PICH) Yes

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 14 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Standards Compliance 1 Support of maximum data rates is dependent on MSM supplier software, memory speed grade availability and network implementation. 2 20 ms frames only 2.3.2. Release A Feature Support The SL5011 supports all mandatory P_REV 6 features. Additional support for P_REV 6 features is described in the following table. Note that not all Release A features may be supported by carriers or network equipment. Table 4. Support for P_REV 6 Feature Optional P_REV 6 Feature Supported? Simultaneous Maximum Data rates on Forward and Reverse Channels Yes Quasi Orthogonal Functions (QOF) Yes Turbo encoding/decoding Yes Quick Paging Channel Yes Slotted Mode Timer Yes Orthogonal Transmit Diversity (OTD) Yes Reverse Pilot Gating Yes 1/8 Rate Traffic Channel Gating Yes Mobile Assisted Burst Operation (MABO) No Traffic Channel Control Hold Yes Short Data Bursts Yes 5 ms, 10 ms Frame sizes No 2.4. TIA/EIA/IS-856 (1xEV-DO) The SL5011 supports TIA/EIA/IS-856-A (1xEV-DO) features as defined by the capabilities of the QUALCOMM MDM6085 hardware and AMSS6085 software. Table 5. Support for 1xEV-DO Feature Supported? Air Interface as defined by IS-856 Yes Packet Data Service in Relay Mode Yes Support for Test Application Specification (IS-890) Yes Dual RF Receive Diversity Yes 1X/1xEV Hybrid Terminal Operation Yes Connected State Off-Frequency Neighbor Search Yes Slotted Mode (Sleep) Operation Yes High Speed Broadcast Services (HSBS) Yes Handoff Between IS-2000 and IS-856 Systems Yes Quality of Service (QoS) Enhancements Yes Data rates up to 3.1 Mbps on the forward channel and 1.8 Mbps on the reverse channel. Yes

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 15 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Standards Compliance 2.5. CDMA Data Services The SL5011 supports the data features of IS-707-A as shown in the following table. Actual data speeds supported by the SL5011 are shown in Table 3. The following table outlines support for additional data features that are not part of IS-707-A. Table 6. IS-707-A Data Features CDMA Data Service IS-707-A Section Supported? RLP IS-707.2 Yes* AT Command Set IS-707.3 Yes Asynchronous Data and Fax at 9.6 kbps and 14.4 kbps IS-707.4 Yes Packet Data Service IS-707.5 Yes STU-III IS-707.6 No Analog Fax IS-707.7 No Radio Link Protocol Type 2 (RLP2) IS-707.8 Yes High Speed Packet Data (MDR - Medium Data Rate) IS-707.9 Yes Radio Link Protocol Type 3 (RLP3) IS-707.10 Yes CDMA High Speed Packet Data IS-707.12 Yes * Encrypted mode and non-transparent modes are NOT supported. Table 7. Data Features Supported Features Supported? Quick Net Connect Yes Pre-arrangement for incoming Async data or fax Yes In-Band DCE Control (TIA/EIA-617) Yes Facsimile Digital Interfaces (TIA/EIA/IS-134) Yes Asynchronous facsimile DCE Control Standard (TIA/EIA-592) Yes Simple IP Yes Mobile IP (TIA/EIA/IS-835-A) Yes

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 16 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Standards Compliance 2.6. CDMA Short Message Service (SMS) The following table summarizes the SL5011 compliance with SMS features per TIA/EIA/637-B. Note that not all of these features are available on all carrier networks, and host device support is required for compliance with these features. The SL5011 also complies with specific carrier requirements for SMS as defined by each CDMA carrier. Table 8. SMS Features Feature Supported? Mobile Terminated SMS Yes Mobile Originated SMS Yes Point-to-Point Messaging Yes Broadcast Messaging Yes Acknowledge Messaging Yes Analog Mode SMS No Wireless Paging Teleservice Yes Wireless Messaging Teleservice Yes Voice Mail Notification Yes Wireless Application Teleservice Yes Service Category Programming Teleservice Yes 2.7. Over-The-Air Service Provisioning (OTASP) 2.7.1. IS-683 Features The SL5011 supports TIA/EIA/IS-683-A for Over-the-Air Service-Provisioning (OTASP) and Parameter Administration (OTAPA) as summarized in the following table. The SL5011 also complies with carrier specific OTASP and OTAPA requirements. Table 9. OTASP/OTAPA Features Feature Supported? OTASP (user initiated) Yes* OTAPA (network initiated) Yes NAM Parameter Download Yes Preferred Roaming List (PRL) Download Yes A-Key Exchange Yes OTAPA NAM Lock Yes Re-Authenticate Messaging Yes Protocol Capability Messaging Yes * Host support is required for this feature.

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 17 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Standards Compliance 2.7.2. Internet Over The Air (IOTA) Features The SL5011 firmware includes an embedded IOTA client that includes the following support:  Automatically initiates and attempts to complete an IOTA session in the SL5011 when the network initiates an IOTA session.  Provides an interface to the host to request the SL5011 to initiate and attempt a client initiated IOTA session.  Provides notifications to the host of status and results of the current IOTA session in the SL5011.  Provides an interface to the host to cancel, at any time, an active IOTA session running in the SL5011. IOTA feature support is defined in the following table. Table 10. IOTA Features Feature Supported? Bootstrap Provisioning Yes* Network Initiated Provisioning using WAP Push Yes Reassembly of Multiple IOTA Trigger Messages Yes HTTP and SSL Support (Download Agent) Yes MMC XML and MIME Parser / Assembler Yes IS-683-A/B Tunneling Yes WBXML Parser / Assembler Yes Bearer Selection Table Provisioning Yes User NAI Profiles and CDMA Objects Yes * Host support is required for this feature. 2.8. Position Location The SL5011 supports position location features as specified in the following table. Table 11. Position Location Features Feature Supported? TIA/EIA/IS-801.1 Compliant Yes FCC E911 Phase II Position Determination Compliance Yes TIA/EIA/IS-J-STD-036 Enhanced Wireless 9-1-1 Phase II Yes TIA/EIA/IS-801.1 Compliant Data Burst Messaging Transport Yes TIA/EIA/IS-801.1 Messaging Compliant TCP/IP Transport Yes Mobile initiated, PDE calculated position Yes PDE initiated, PDE calculated position (Mobile terminated request) Yes Mobile calculated position Yes Advanced Forward Link Trilateration (AFLT) Yes Compliant with Snap Track Sensor Interface Application and Position Determination Entity (SIA/PDE) Yes

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 18 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Standards Compliance 2.9. Additional Standards The following additional standards, required for CDMA operation, are also supported:  TIA/EIA-126-D, Mobile Station Loop back Service Options Standard – Specifies loop back service options used during testing and certification.  TIA/EIA TSB 50, User Interface for Authentication Key Entry – Specifies the method for A-Key Entry from the device user interface. Note: Requires host support for compliance.  TIA/EIA TSB 58-C, Parameter Value Assignments for TIA/EIA Wideband Spread Spectrum Standards – Assigns values to reserved parameters and specifies which are standard and which may be used for proprietary (manufacturer specific) values.  CDG 36, Markov Service Options for Wideband Spread Spectrum Systems Communications Systems – Specifies the function of specific service options used for one-way, over-the-air testing of mobiles.  TIA/EIA/IS-870, Test Data Service Option (TDSO) for CDMA2000® Spread Spectrum Systems – Defines a test data service option for testing of CDMA2000® mobile units. 2.10. CDMA Certification Requirements The SL5011 is designed to be fully compliant with the requirements below. However, final product certification requires a fully integrated host device (that incorporates the SL5011). Tests that require features not supported by the SL5011 (as defined in this document) are not supported. 2.10.1. CDMA Parametric Performance The SL5011 meets or exceeds TIA/EIA/IS-98D/E specifications for performance for CDMA2000®. The SL5011 also meets or exceeds IS866 for 1xEV-DO specifications for performance. 2.10.2. Interoperability The SL5011 complies with the following interoperability standards:  CDG 22 – Stage 2 Interoperability Tests (TIA/EIA/IS-95A)  CDG 53 – Stage 2 Interoperability Tests (TIA/EIA-95-B)  C.S0031-0 – Signaling Conformance Tests for CDMA2000® Spread Spectrum Systems (Stage 2 for TIA/EIA/IS-2000)  CDG 64 – Stage 3 Testing for CDMA2000®  C.S0032 – Recommended Minimum Performance Standards for CDMA2000® High Rate Packet Data Access Terminal (TIA/EIA/IS-866)

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 19 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Standards Compliance 2.10.3. FCC and Industry Canada Type Acceptance The SL5011 complies with the agency certifications specified in the following table. Table 12. US and Industry Canada Compliance Requirements Compliance Area US Regulation Industry Canada Regulation Licensed transmission FCC Part 22, 24 RSS-132, RSS-133 Final product certification depends on the OEM host device and particularly the OEM antenna implementation. Regulatory agency compliance testing is required for final product certification.

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 20 3. Electrical Specifications 3.1. Host Interface The SL5011 host I/O connector provides pins for power, serial communications and control. The details of these interfaces are described in the sections that follow. 3.1.1. Pin Assignments The SL5011’s host connector provides the power, LED and USB communications through a single connector. Detailed pin assignments are shown in the table below. Table 13. Connector Pin Assignments Pin # Signal Name Description Direction to Module Active State Voltage Levels (V)* Min Typ Max 1 GPIO_3 General purpose I/O Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 2 GPIO_2 General purpose I/O Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 3 GPIO_1 General purpose I/O Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 4 GPIO_4 General purpose I/O Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 5 GPIO_5 General purpose I/O Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 6 VREG_USIM USIM VCC supply Output (1.8 V) Power 1.60 1.80 1.90 Output (3.0_V) 2.70 3.00 3.30 7 USIM_RESET_CONN USIM reset Output High (1.8V) Low 1.44 1.80 2.10 Output Low (1.8V) 0 0.40 Output High (3.0V) 2.40 3.00 3.30

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 21 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Electrical Specifications Pin # Signal Name Description Direction to Module Active State Voltage Levels (V)* Min Typ Max Output Low (3.0V) 0 0.60 8 USIM_DATA_CONN USIM I/O pin Input High (1.8 V) 1.26 2.10 Input Low (1.8 V) 0.00 0.40 Output High (1.8 V) 1.26 1.80 2.10 Output Low (1.8 V) 0 0.40 Input High (3.0 V) 2.10 3.30 Input Low (3.0 V) 0.00 0.60 Output High (3.0 V) 2.10 3.00 3.30 Output Low (3.0 V) 0.00 0.60 9 USIM_CLK_CONN USIM clock Output High (1.8V) High 1.26 1.80 2.10 Output Low (1.8V) 0.00 0.40 Output High (3.0V) 2.10 3.00 3.30 Output Low (3.0V) 0.00 0.60 10 VREG_ 2V6 2.6 V LDO Output High (when module is on) 2.52 2.6 2.68 11 NC Not connected 12 NC Not connected 13 NC Not connected 14 NC Not connected 15 NC Not connected 16 NC Not connected 17 ADC_1 Analog/Digital conversion Input Input 0 - 2.1 18 ADC_2 Analog/Digital conversion Input Input 0 - 2.1 19 GND Ground GND GND - - - 20 GND Ground GND GND - - - 21 GND Ground GND GND - - - 22 ANT_DIV Diversity antenna tbd tbd tbd 23 GND Ground GND GND - - - 24 NC Not connected 25 NC Not connected 26 NC Not connected

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 22 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Electrical Specifications Pin # Signal Name Description Direction to Module Active State Voltage Levels (V)* Min Typ Max 27 NC Not connected 28 GND Ground GND GND - - - 29 ANT_PRM Main (primary) antenna tbd tbd tbd 30 GND Ground GND GND - - - 31 NC Not connected 32 NC Not connected 33 NC Not connected 34 NC Not connected 35 GND Ground GND GND - - - 36 ANT_GPS GPS antenna tbd tbd tbd 37 GND Ground GND GND - - - 38 GND Ground GND GND - - - 39 GND Ground GND GND - - - 40 NC Not connected 41 NC Not connected 42 VCC_3V6 3.6 V supply Input Power 3.3 3.6 4.3 43 POWER_ON_N Power on Input 0 2.6 44 VCC_3V6 3.6 V supply Input Power 3.3 3.6 4.3 45 UART1_RXD UART Receive Data Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 46 UART1_TXD UART Transmit Data Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 47 UART1_RTS_N UART Request To Send Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 48 UART1_CTS_N UART Clear To Send Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 49 NC Not connected 50 USB_D+ USB data positive (Low/Full speed) Input High 2.00 3.30 3.60 Input Low 0.00 0.80 Output High 2.80 3.30 3.60 Output Low 0.30 51 USB_D- USB data negative (Low/Full speed) Input High 2.00 3.30 3.60 Input Low 0.00 0.80 Output High 2.80 3.30 3.60 Output Low 0.30 52 GND Ground GND GND - - - 53 NC Not connected 54 NC Not connected 55 NC Not connected 56 NC Not connected 57 NC Not connected

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 23 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Electrical Specifications Pin # Signal Name Description Direction to Module Active State Voltage Levels (V)* Min Typ Max 58 NC Not connected Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 59 NC Not connected 60 LED_FLASH LED driver Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 61 WAKE_N Wake Host Interface Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 62 W_DISABLE_N Wireless disable Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 63 SYSTEM_RESET_N Reset Input High 1.17 - 2.1 Input Low -0.3 0.63 64 NC Not connected 65 NC Not connected 66 NC Not connected 67 NC Not connected 68 BUZZER_EN General purpose I/O Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 69 TDI Test Data Input Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 70 TMS Test Mode Select Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 71 TCK Test Clock Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 72 TRST_N Test Reset Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 73 TDO Test Data Output Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6 Output Low 0 0.45 74 RTCK Return TCK Input High 1.69 - 2.9 Input Low -0.3 0.91 Output High 2.15 2.6

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 24 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Electrical Specifications Pin # Signal Name Description Direction to Module Active State Voltage Levels (V)* Min Typ Max Output Low 0 0.45 * All values are preliminary. 3.1.2. Host Interface Descriptions This section and the sections that follow provide additional detail on each portion of the host connector interface. Each pin has a type code as part of its description. The type code is one of the following:  A – Analog Pin  I – Input  NP – No pull  O – Output  PU – Digital Pin, Internal Pull Up  PD – Digital Pin, Internal Pull Down  V – Power or Ground Pin 3.1.3. Power Supply Power is provided to the SL5011 through multiple power and ground pins as described in the following table. Table 14. Power and Ground Specifications Signal Name Pin # Type Specification Parameter Min Typ Max Unit VCC_3V6* 42, 44 V Voltage Range VCC 3.3 3.6 4.3 V Ripple Voltage - - 100 mVpp VREG_ 2V6 10 V Maximum supply current = 10 mA 2.52 2.6 2.68 V GND 19, 20, 21,23, 28, 39,35, 37, 38,39, 52 V - 0 - V * Host-provided input voltage should provide 3 A instantaneous (lasting 5 ms) and 1.5 A continuous current, while staying within specified min/max range. 3.2. RF Specifications The SL5011 supports cell, PCS and GPS. Table 15. Main Antenna Specifications 1, 2 Parameter Min* Typ* Max* Unit Notes Cable loss - - 0.5 dB Maximum loss to antenna

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 25 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Electrical Specifications Parameter Min* Typ* Max* Unit Notes Impedance - 50 -  Antenna load impedance VSWR - - 2.5:1 Maximum allowed VSWR of antenna 1 Sierra Wireless provides detailed antenna requirements in device integration guides (for example, document [45] Hardware Integration Guide). Contact Sierra Wireless for further information. 2 Main antenna connects to pin 29 * Preliminary values Table 16. RF Performance Parameter Min Typ Max Unit Notes Maximum output power +23.0 +24.0 +25.0 dBm +25.0 dBm is the maximum output power for IS-95, IS-2000, 1xEV-DO Revision 0, and 1xEV-DO Revision A. RX sensitivity (US Cell) - -107 - dBm IS-2000 SO2 RX sensitivity (US PCS) - -107 - dBm IS-2000 SO2 RX sensitivity (US Cell) - -110 - dBm 1xEV-DO Revision 0, DRC4 RX sensitivity (US PCS) - -109 - dBm 1xEV-DO Revision 0, DRC4 Table 17. Diversity Antenna Specifications Parameter Min Typ Max Unit Notes Cable loss - - 0.5 dB Maximum loss to antenna Impedance - 50 -  Antenna load impedance VSWR - - 2.5:1 Maximum allowed VSWR of antenna Isolation between main and diversity antenna 10 - - dB Minimum isolation If the antenna connection is shorted or open, the radio module will not sustain permanent damage. For additional information, see document [45] Hardware Integration Guide. Table 18. GPS Sensitivity Parameter Typical Unit Notes Single-satellite sensitivity w/SA -155 dBm Sensitivity is where 50% of the visible satellites can be acquired

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 26 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Electrical Specifications Table 19. GPS Specifications Parameter/Feature Description Satellite channels 12 channel, continuous tracking Protocols NMEA 0183 V3.0 Acquisition time Re-acquisition: 2 sec. Hot start: 9 sec. Warm start: 35 sec. Cold start: 39 sec. Accuracy Horizontal: < 3 m (50%); < 8 m (90%) Altitude: < 10 m (50%); < 16 m (90%) Velocity: 0.06 m/sec. Sensitivity Acquisition: –158 dBm Tracking: –160 dBm Cold-start: –145 dBm Operational limits Altitude < 18,000 m or velocity: 515 m/sec (either limit may be exceeded, but not both) 3.2.1. Recommended GPS Antenna Specifications Table 20. Recommended GPS Antenna Specifications Parameter/Feature Description Gain Maximum gain and uniform coverage in high-angle elevation and zenith. Gain in the azimuth plane is not desired. Average 3D gain > -5 dBi VSWR Typical value < 2:1 Isolation (GPS  Main) > 10 dB in all related bands Polarization Any, other than LHCP (left-hand circular polarized)

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 27 4. Mechanical and Environmental Specifications Note: After performing the non-operational tests (for example, vibration, shock, and drop), the SL5011 meets all operating parameters. The SL5011 complies with the mechanical and environmental specifications in this section. Final product conformance to these specifications depends on the OEM device implementation. Table 21. Mechanical and Environmental Specifications Parameter Mode Details Temperature Operational -30ºC to +70ºC – Full RF compliance -45°C to +85°C – Function work +70ºC to +85ºC – Reduced RF performance Non-operational -40ºC to +85ºC, 96 hours (from MIL-STD 202 Method 108) Relative Humidity Non-operational Temperature: 65ºC Relative humidity (non-condensing): 95% Test duration: 10 days Recover time: 1 hour Ref Std IEC 60068-2-3 DUT op state toggled every 15 minutes (on/off) Vibration Non-operational Random vibration, 10 to 1000 Hz, nominal 6 G rms in each of three mutually perpendicular axes. Test duration of 60 minutes for each axis, for a total test time of three hours. Shock Non-operational Half sine shock, 2 ms, 180 in/sec (375 g). Tested in each of three mutually perpendicular axes, positive and negative (5 x 6, 30 bumps total). Drop Non-operational 1 m on concrete on each of 6 faces, 2 times (module only). Electrostatic discharge Operational The RF port (antenna launch and RF connector) complies with the IEC 61000-4-2 standard: Electrostatic Discharge Immunity: Test: Level3 Contact Discharge: ±6 kV Air Discharge: ±8 kV Non-operational The host connector Interface complies with the following standards only (unless otherwise specified for individual interfaces):  ±2 kV Human Body Model (JESD22-A114-B)  ±300 V Charged Device Model (JESD22-C101) Form factor The SL5011 is a 74-pin LGA soldered-down module with a two-piece shielded case. The device is based on the LGA Intel Moorestown specification. Dimensions Length: 30 mm Width: 25 mm Thickness: 2.47 mm Weight: Approximately 3.5g

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 28 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Mechanical and Environmental Specifications Figure 1. Top and Bottom View (Preliminary)

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 29 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Mechanical and Environmental Specifications Figure 2. Dimensioned View (Preliminary)

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 31 5. Regulatory Approval Important Notice Because of 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 and its affiliates accept no responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using Sierra Wireless modem, or for failure of the Sierra Wireless modem to transmit or receive such data. Safety and Hazards Do not operate you SL5011 modem:  In areas where blasting is in progress  Where explosive atmospheres may be present including refueling points, fuel depots, and chemical plants  Near medical equipment, life support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the SL5011 modem MUST BE POWERED OFF. Otherwise, the SL5011 modem can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment  In an aircraft, the SL5011 modem MUST BE POWERED OFF. Otherwise, the SL5011 modem can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard systems and may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft or disrupt the cellular network. Use of cellular phone in aircraft is illegal in some jurisdictions. Failure to observe this instruction may lead to suspension or denial of cellular telephone services to the offender, or legal action or both.  Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door is open. The SL5011 modem may be used normally at this time. Important Compliance Information for USA OEM Integrators The SL5011 modem is granted with a modular approval for mobile applications. Integrators may use the SL5011 modem in their final products without additional FCC/IC (Industry Canada) certification if they meet the following conditions. Otherwise, additional FCC/IC approvals must be obtained. 1. At least 20cm 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 5dBi for Cellular band and 4dBi for CDMA PCS band. 3. The SL5011 modem and the antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other transmitter or antenna within a host device.

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 32 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Regulatory Approval 4. The RF signal must be routed on the application board using tracks with a 50 characteristic impedance. Basically, the characteristic impedance depends on the dielectric, the track width and the ground plane spacing. In order to respect this constraint, Sierra Wireless recommends using MicroStrip or StripLine structure and computing the Tracks width with a simulation tool (like AppCad shown in the figure below and that is available free of charge at http://www.agilent.com). AppCad screenshot for MicroStrip design If a multi-layered PCB is used, the RF path on the board must not cross any signal (digital, analog or supply). If necessary, use StripLine structure and route the digital line(s) "outside" the Fstructure as shown in the figure below. Routing examples Stripline and Coplanar design requires having a correct ground plane at both sides. Consequently, it is necessary to add some vias along the RF path. 50 line LGA pin for ANT

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 33 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Regulatory Approval It is recommended to use Stripline design if the RF path is fairly long (more than 3cm), since MicroStrip design is not shielded. Consequently, the RF signal (when transmitting) may interfere with neighboring electronics (AF amplifier, etc.). In the same way, the neighboring electronics (micro-controllers, etc.) may degrade the reception performances. The CDMA connector is intended to be directly connected to a 50 antenna and no matching is needed. 5. A label must be affixed to the outside of the end product into which the SL5011 modem is incorporated, with a statement similar to the following: This device contains FCC ID: N7NSL5011 Contains transmitter module IC: 2417C-SL5011 where 2417C-SL5011 is the module’s certification number. 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 embedded SL5011 modem may also need to pass the FCC Part 15 unintentional emission testing requirements and be properly authorized. 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.

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 34 6. References 6.1. Standards 6.1.1. TIA/EIA Standards TIA standards are available at www.tiaonline.org. [1] TIA/EIA/IS-2000.1 through .6. CDMA2000® Standards for Spread Spectrum Systems. Release 0. April 2000. [2] TIA/EIA/IS-2000.1-1 through .6-1. CDMA2000® Addendum 1. April 2000. [3] TIA/EIA/IS-2000.1-2 through .6-2. CDMA2000® Addendum 2. June 2001. [4] TIA/EIA-95-B. Mobile Station-Base Station Compatibility Standard for Dual-Mode Spread Spectrum Systems. December 4, 1998. [5] TIA/EIA/IS-707-A. Data Service Options for Wideband Spread Spectrum Systems. March 2000. [6] TIA/EIA/IS-134. Facsimile Digital Interfaces - Amendments to TIA/EIA-592 to Support ITU-T T.30-1993. October 1994. [7] TIA/EIA-592. Asynchronous Facsimile DCE Control Standard - Service Class 2. April 1998. [8] TIA/EIA-617. Data Transmission Systems and Equipment for In-Band DCE Control. January 1996. [9] TIA/EIA/IS-733-1. High Rate Speech Service Option 17 for Wideband Spread Spectrum Communication Systems. September 1999. [10] TIA/EIA/IS-736. Recommended Minimum Performance Standard for the High Rate Speech Service Option 17 for Spread Spectrum Communication Systems. August 2000. [11] TIA/EIA/IS-127-2. Enhanced Variable Rate Codec, Speech Service Option 3 for Wideband Spread Spectrum Digital Systems - Addendum 2. September 1999. [12] TIA/EIA/IS-718. Minimum Performance Specification for the Enhanced Variable Rate Codec, Speech Service Option 3 for Spread Spectrum Digital Systems. July 1998. [13] TIA/EIA-637-B. Short Message Service for Wideband Spread Spectrum Cellular Systems. January 2002. [14] TIA/EIA/IS-683-A. Over-the-Air Service Provisioning of Mobile Stations in Spread Spectrum Systems. June 1998. [15] TIA/EIA/IS-835-A. Wireless IP Network Standard. May 2001. [16] TIA/EIA/IS-870. Test Data Service Option (TDSO) for CDMA2000® Spread Spectrum Systems. 2001. [17] TIA/EIA/IS-98D/E. Recommended Minimum Performance Standards for Dual-Mode Spread Spectrum Mobile Stations. [18] TIA/EIA/IS-866. Recommended Minimum Performance Standards for CDMA2000® High Rate Packet Data Access Terminal. [19] TIA/EIA-126-D. Mobile Station Loop back Service Options Standard. 2001. [20] TIA/EIA TSB 58-C. Administration of Parameter Value Assignments for TIA/EIA Wideband Spread Spectrum Standards. May 2000. [21] TIA/EIA TSB 50. User Interface for Authentication Key Entry. March 1993.

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 35 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines References [22] TIA/EIA/IS-801.1. Location Service Standard for Dual-Mode Spread Spectrum Systems. March 2001. [23] C.S0031-0. Signaling Conformance Tests for CDMA2000® Spread Spectrum Systems, Ballot Resolution. Version 3GPP2 TSG- C v2.0 [24] C.S0036-0. Recommended Minimum Performance Specification for C.S0022-0 Spread Spectrum Mobile Stations. 3GPP2 C.S0036-0 v1.0. [25] TIA/EIA/IS-J-STD-036. Enhanced Wireless 9-1-1 Phase II. January 2001. [26] TIA/EIA/IS-856. CDMA2000® High Rate Packet Data Air Interface Specification. November 2000. 6.1.2. CDG Standards [27] CDG 22. Stage 2 Interoperability Tests (TIA/EIA/IS-95A). Ver. 8.0. September 2000. [28] CDG 53. Stage 2 Interoperability Tests (TIA/EIA/95B). Ver. 2.0. June 2000. [29] CDG 57. Stage 2 Interoperability Tests (TIA/EIA/IS-2000). Ver. 0.7. February 2001. [30] CDG 36. Markov Service Options for Wideband Spread Spectrum Systems Communications Systems. March 11, 1996. [31] CDG 64. CDG Stage 3 Testing for CDMA2000®. Ver. 1.0. August 2002. 6.1.3. Agency Standards [32] FCC 47 CFR - Part 15. Radio Frequency Devices. January 2001. [33] FCC 47 CFR - Part 22. Cellular Radiotelephone Services. October 1998. [34] FCC 47 CFR - Part 24. Personal Communications Services. October 1998. [35] Industry Canada ICES-003. Interference-Causing Equipment Standard - Digital Apparatus. November 22, 1997. [36] Industry Canada RSS-132. Cellular Telephones Employing New Technologies Operating in the Bands 824-849 MHz and 869-894 MHz. Issue 2. September 2005. [37] Industry Canada RSS-133. 2 GHz Personal Communications Services. September 25, 1999. [38] IEC 61000-4-2. Electrostatic Discharge Immunity Test. [39] JESD22-A114-B. +/- 1 kV Human Body Model. [40] JESD22-C101. +/- 125 V Charged Device Model. [41] FCC 47 CFR - Part 2. Frequency allocations and radio treaty matters; general rules and regulations. 6.1.4. Other Standards [42] Openwave_IOTA_Protocol_v2.0_Specifications_doc_v2.04. February 2002. [43] Universal Serial Bus Specification. Revision 2.0. www.usb.org/developers/docs.

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 36 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines References 6.2. Sierra Wireless Documentation [44] EMConnect Guide Reference: 2131177 [45] Hardware Integration Guide Reference: 2130114 [46] AT Command Reference Guide Reference: 2130620 [47] CnS Reference Reference: 2130754

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 37 7. Acronyms Table 22. Acronyms Acronym or Term Definition 1xEV-DO Single Carrier (1X) EVolution – Data Only. A high-speed standard for cellular packet data communications. Supports Internet connections with data rates up to 3.1 Mbps (downlink from the network) and 1.8 Mbps (uplink to the network). Average data rates are roughly: for Rev. A: 600-1300 kbps (downlink from the network) and 300-400 kbps (uplink to the network); for Rev. 0: 400-700 kbps (downlink from the network) and 40-80 kbps (uplink to the network). Actual speed depends on the network conditions. Compare to 1X. 1X Single Carrier (1X) Radio Transmission Technology. A high-speed standard for cellular packet data communications. Supports Internet connections with data rates up to 153 kbps (simultaneously in each direction—downlink and uplink). Actual speed depends on the network conditions. Compare to 1xEV-DO. API Application Programming Interface AT A set of modem commands, preceded by “AT,” originally developed by Hayes, Inc. for their modems. The structure (but not the specific commands, which vary greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer) is a de facto modem industry standard. CDG CDMA Development Group CDMA Code Division Multiple Access. A wideband spread spectrum technique used in digital cellular, personal communications services, and other wireless networks. Wide channels (1.25 MHz) are obtained through spread spectrum transmissions, thus allowing many active users to share the same channel. Each user is assigned a unique digital code, which differentiates the individual conversations on the same channel. CDMAOne The IS-95 CDMA standard developed by QUALCOMM Inc. CnS Sierra Wireless proprietary Control and Status language interface DCE Data Communications Equipment EIA Electronics Industry Association ERP Effective Radiated Power ESN Electronic Serial Number—The unique first-generation serial number assigned to the SL5011 for use on the wireless network. Compare to MEID. FCC Federal Communications Commission. The U.S. federal agency that is responsible for interstate and foreign communications. The FCC regulates commercial and private radio spectrum management, sets rates for communications services, determines standards for equipment, and controls broadcast licensing. Consult www.fcc.gov. firmware Software stored in ROM or EEPROM; essential programs that remain even when the system is turned off. Firmware is easier to change than hardware but more permanent than software stored on disk. FSN Factory Serial Number—A unique serial number assigned to the SL5011 during manufacturing. GPS Global Positioning System A system that uses a series of 24 geosynchronous satellites to provide navigational data. IOTA Internet Over The Air—an automated feature, supported by some service providers, to perform account setup for you by making a connection to the CDMA network and using a secure Internet connection to download account parameters to your device. IS Interim Standard. After receiving industry consensus, the TIA forwards the standard to ANSI for approval.

WA_DEV_SL5011_PTS_001 Rev 001 February 15, 2011 38 Product Technical Specification & Customer Design Guidelines Acronyms Acronym or Term Definition kbps kilobits per second – Actually 1000, not 1024, as used in computer memory size measurements of kilobytes. LED Light Emitting Diode. A semiconductor diode that emits visible or infrared light. Mbps Millions of bits per second, or Megabits per second. MEID Mobile Equipment IDentifier—The unique second-generation serial number assigned to the SL5011 for use on the wireless network. Compare to ESN. NAM Number Assignment Module Semi-permanent information stored in the modem’s non-volatile memory, including the modem’s Mobile Identification Number, the station class mark, carrier code, and other cellular identifiers. Essentially the phone number, it should be treated as confidential information and should not be disclosed to anyone other than the cellular service provider. NV Non-Volatile (memory) OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer A company that manufactures a product and sells it to a reseller. OTAPA Over the Air Parameter Administration OTASP Over the Air Service Provisioning PCS Personal Communications Services A cellular communication infrastructure that uses a different frequency range than AMPS. PPP Point to Point Protocol. An alternative communications protocol used between computers, or between computers and routers on the Internet. PPP is an enhanced SLIP. PRI Product Release Instructions—a file that contains the settings used to configure modems for a particular service provider, customer, or purpose. QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation. This form of modulation uses amplitude, frequency, and phase to transfer data on the carrier wave. RF Radio Frequency RLP Radio Link Protocol. This protocol improves the error characteristics of the wireless link, thereby reducing the need for transport layer retransmission due to lost data. Rx Receive SAR Specific Absorption Rate SKU Stock Keeping Unit—identifies an inventory item: a unique code, consisting of numbers or letters and numbers, assigned to a product by a retailer for purposes of identification and inventory control. SMS Short Message Service. A feature that allows users of a wireless device on a wireless network to receive or transmit short electronic alphanumeric messages (up to 160 characters, depending on the service provider). TIA/EIA Telecommunications Industry Association / Electronics Industry Association. Telecommunications Industry Association – A standards setting trade organization, whose members provide communications and information technology products, systems, distribution services and professional services in the United States and around the world. Consult www.tiaonline.org. Tx Transmit USB Universal Serial Bus