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Contents
1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 8
1.1 Key Features at a Glance .......................................................................................... 8
1.2 EHS8 System Overview .......................................................................................... 13
2 Interface Characteristics .................................................................................................... 14
2.1 Application Interface ................................................................................................ 14
2.1.1 USB Interface ............................................................................................ 14
2.1.2 Serial Interface ASC0 ................................................................................ 15
2.1.3 Serial Interface ASC1 ................................................................................ 15
2.1.4 UICC/SIM/USIM Interface ......................................................................... 16
2.1.5 Digital Audio Interface ............................................................................... 18
2.1.6 GPIO Interface .......................................................................................... 18
2.1.7 I2C Interface .............................................................................................. 19
2.1.8 SPI Interface ............................................................................................. 19
2.1.9 HSIC Interface .......................................................................................... 19
2.1.10 PWM Interfaces ...................................................................................... 20
2.1.11 Pulse Counter ......................................................................................... 20
2.1.12 Status LED .............................................................................................. 20
2.1.13 Fast Shutdown ........................................................................................ 20
2.2 RF Antenna Interface ............................................................................................... 21
2.2.1 Antenna Installation ................................................................................... 22
2.3 GPS Interface .......................................................................................................... 23
2.3.1 GPS Receiver ........................................................................................... 23
2.3.2 GPS Antenna ............................................................................................ 23
2.4 Sample Application .................................................................................................. 23
3 Operating Characteristics .................................................................................................. 26
3.1 Operating Modes ..................................................................................................... 26
3.2 Power Supply .......................................................................................................... 26
4 Mechanical Dimensions, Mounting and Packaging ......................................................... 28
4.1 Mechanical Dimensions of EHS8 ............................................................................ 28
5 Regulatory and Type Approval Information ...................................................................... 30
5.1 Directives and Standards ........................................................................................ 30
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5.2 SAR requirements specific to portable mobiles ....................................................... 33
5.3 Reference Equipment for Type Approval ................................................................. 33
5.4 Compliance with FCC and IC Rules and Regulations ............................................. 35
6 Document Information ........................................................................................................ 36
6.1 Revision History ....................................................................................................... 36
6.2 Related Documents ................................................................................................. 36
6.3 Terms and Abbreviations ......................................................................................... 36
6.4 Safety Precaution Notes .......................................................................................... 40
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7 Appendix....................................................................................................................
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7.1 List of Parts and Accessories........................................................................... 40
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Tables
Table 1: Signals of the SIM interface (SMT application interface)............................... 15
Table 2: GPIO lines and possible alternative assignment............................................ 17
Table 3: Return loss in the active band........................................................................ 20
Table 4: Overview of operating modes ........................................................................ 25
Table 5: Directives ....................................................................................................... 29
Table 6: Standards of North American type approval.................................................. 29
Table 7: Standards of European type approval............................................................ 29
Table 8: Requirements of quality ................................................................................. 30
Table 9: Standards of the Ministry of Information Industry of the
People’s Republic of China............................................................................ 30
Table 10: Toxic or hazardous substances or elements with defined concentration
limits............................................................................................................... 31
Table 11: List of parts and accessories.......................................................................... 40
Table 12: Molex sales contacts (subject to change)...................................................... 41
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Figures
Figure 1: EHS8 system overview.................................................................................. 11
Figure 2: USB circuit ..................................................................................................... 12
Figure 3: Serial interface ASC0..................................................................................... 13
Figure 4: Serial interface ASC1..................................................................................... 14
Figure 5: External UICC/SIM/USIM card holder circuit ................................................. 16
Figure 6: Schematic diagram of EHS8 sample application........................................... 24
Figure 7: EHS8– top and bottom view........................................................................... 27
Figure 8: Dimensions of EHS8 (all dimensions in mm)................................................. 28
Figure 9: Reference equipment for Type Approval ....................................................... 33
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1 Introduction
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1 Introduction
This document1 describes the hardware of the Cinterion® EHS8 module. It helps you quickly
retrieve interface specifications, electrical and mechanical details and information on the
requirements to be considered for integrating further components.
1.1 Key Features at a Glance
Feature Implementation
General
Frequency bands GSM/GPRS/EDGE: Quad band 850/900/1800/1900MHz
UMTS/HSPA+: Five band 800/850/900/1900/2100MHz
GSM class Small MS
Output power +33dBm ±1dB for EGSM850
+30dBm ±1dB for GSM1900
+27dBm ±1dB for EGPRS 850(8-PSK, 1 Tx slot)
+24dBm ±1dB for EGPRS 850(8-PSK, 2 Tx slot)
+22dBm ±1dB for EGPRS 850(8-PSK, 3 Tx slot)
+21dBm ±1dB for EGPRS 850(8-PSK, 4 Tx slot)
+26dBm ±1dB for GPRS 1900(8-PSK, 1 Tx slot)
+23dBm ±1dB for EGPRS 1900(8-PSK, 2 Tx slot)
+21dBm ±1dB for EGPRS 1900(8-PSK, 3 Tx slot)
+20dBm ±1dB for EGPRS 1900(8-PSK, 4 Tx slot)
+33dBm ±1dB forGPRS 850(GMSK, 1 Tx slot)
+30dBm ±1dB for GPRS 850(GMSK,2 Tx slot)
+28dBm ±1dB for GPRS 850(GMSK, 3 Tx slot)
+27dBm ±1dB for GPRS 850(GMSK, 4 Tx slot)
+30dBm ±1dB for GPRS 1900(GMSK, 1 Tx slot)
+27dBm ±1dB for GPRS 1900(GMSK, 2 Tx slot)
+25dBm ±1dB for GPRS19050(GMSK, 3 Tx slot)
+24dBm ±1dB for GPRS 1900(GMSK, 4Tx slot)
+24dBm ±1dB for UMTS Band 2
+24dBm ±1dB for UMTS Band 5
Power supply 3.3V to 4.5V
Operating temperature
(board temperature)
Normal operation: -30°C to +85°C
Extended operation: -40°C to +90°C
Physical Dimensions: 27.6mm x 25.4mm x 2.2mm
Weight: approx. 3.5g
1 . The document is effective only if listed in the appropriate Release Notes as part of th e technical
documentation delivered with your Gemalto M2M product.
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RoHS All hardware components fully compliant with EU RoHS Directive
HSPA features
3GPP Release 6, 7 DL 7.2Mbps, UL 5.7Mbps
HSDPA Cat.8 / HSUPA Cat.6 data rates
Compressed mode (CM) supported according to 3GPP TS25.212
UMTS features
3GPP Release 4 PS data rate – 384 kbps DL / 384 kbps UL
CS data rate – 64 kbps DL / 64 kbps UL
Feature Implementation
GSM/GPRS/EGPRS features
Data transfer GPRS:
• Multislot Class 12
• Full PBCCH support
• Mobile Station Class B • Coding Scheme 1 – 4 EGPRS:
• Multislot Class 12
• EDGE E2 power class for 8 PSK
• Downlink coding schemes – CS 1-4, MCS 1-9
• Uplink coding schemes – CS 1-4, MCS 1-9
• SRB loopback and test mode B
• 8-bit, 11-bit RACH
• PBCCH support
• 1 phase/2 phase access procedures
• Link adaptation and IR
• NACC, extended UL TBF
• Mobile Station Class B CSD:
• V.110, RLP, non-transparent
• 9.6kbps
• USSD
SMS Point-to-point MT and MO
Cell broadcast
Text and PDU mode
Storage: SIM card plus SMS locations in mobile equipment
GPS Features
Protocol NMEA
Modes Standalone GPS
Assisted GPS
- Control plane - E911
- User plane
General Automatic power saving modes
Power supply for active antenna
Software
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AT commands Hayes 3GPP TS 27.007, TS 27.005, Gemalto M2M
AT commands for RIL compatibility
Java™ Open Platform Java™ Open Platform with
• Java™ profile IMP-NG & CLDC 1.1 HI
• Secure data transmission via HTTPS/SSL
• Multi-threading programming and multi-application execution
Major benefits: seamless integration into Java applications, ease of
programming, no need for application microcontroller, extremely cost-
efficient hardware and software design – ideal platform for industrial GSM
applications.
The memory space available for Java programs is around 8 MB in the flash
file system and around 6MB RAM. Application code and data share the
space in the flash file system and in RAM.
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Feature Implementation
Microsoft™ compatibility RIL for Pocket PC and Smartphone
SIM Application Toolkit SAT Release 99
Firmware update Generic update from host application over ASC0 or USB modem.
Interfaces
Module interface Surface mount device with solderable connection pads (SMT application
interface). Land grid array (LGA) technology ensures high solder joint
reliability and provides the possibility to use an optional module mounting
socket.
For more information on how to integrate SMT modules see also [3]. This
application note comprises chapters on module mounting and application
layout issues as well as on additional SMT application development
equipment.
USB USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbit/s) device interface, Full Speed (12Mbit/s)
compliant
2 serial interfaces ASC0 (shared with GPIO lines):
• 8-wire modem interface with status and control lines, unbalanced,
asynchronous
• Adjustable baud rates: 1,200bps to 921,600bps
• Autobauding: 1,200bps to 230,400bps
• Supports RTS0/CTS0 hardware flow control.
• Multiplex ability according to GSM 07.10 Multiplexer Protocol. ASC1
(shared with GPIO lines):
• 4-wire, unbalanced asynchronous interface
• Adjustable baud rates: 1,200bps to 921,60bps
• Autobauding: 1,200bps to 230,400bps
• Supports RTS1/CTS1 hardware flow control
Audio 1 digital interface (PCM), shared with GPIO lines
UICC interface Supported SIM/USIM cards: 3V, 1.8V
GPIO interface 14 GPIO lines shared with ASC0 lines, LED signalling, PWM functionality,
fast shutdown and pulse counter 4 GPIO lines shared with PCM interface
4 GPIO lines shared with ASC1, SPI and HSIC interfaces
I2C interface Supports I2C serial interface
HSIC interface High-Speed Inter-Chip (HSIC) interface for USB chip-to-chip interconnect
including Link Power Management (LPM) lines shared with GPIO lines
SPI interface Serial peripheral interface, shared with GPIO lines
Antenna interface pads 50
Power on/off, Reset
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Power on/off Switch-on by hardware signal AUTO_ON and ON
Switch-off by AT command
Switch off by hardware signal FST_SHDN instead of AT command
Automatic switch-off in case of critical temperature and voltage conditions
Feature Implementation
Reset Orderly shutdown and reset by AT command
Emergency reset by hardware signal EMERG_RST
Special features
Real time clock Timer functions via AT commands
Phonebook SIM and phone
TTY/CTM support Integrated CTM modem
Evaluation kit
Evaluation module EHS8 module soldered onto a dedicated PCB that can be connected to an
adapter in order to be mounted onto the DSB75.
DSB75 DSB75 Development Support Board designed to test and type approve
Gemalto M2M modules and provide a sample configuration for application
engineering. A special adapter is required to connect the EHS8 evaluation
module to the DSB75.
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2 Interface Characteristics
EHS8 is equipped with an SMT application interface that connects to the external application.
The SMT application interface incorporates the various application interfaces as well as the
RF antenna interface.
2.1 Application Interface
2.1.1 USB Interface
EHS8 supports a USB 2.0 High Speed (480Mbit/s) device interface that is Full Speed (12Mbit/s)
compliant. The USB interface is primarily intended for use as command and data interface and
for downloading firmware.
The external application is responsible for supplying the VUSB_IN line. This line is used for
cable detection only. The USB part (driver and transceiver) is supplied by means of BATT+.
This is because EHS8 is designed as a self-powered device compliant with the “Universal Serial
Bus Specification Revision 2.0”1.
1) All serial (including RS) and pull-up resistors for data lines are implemented.
2) If the USB interface is operated in High Speed mode (480MHz), it is recommended to
take special care routing the data lines USB_DP and USB_DN. Application layout should
in this case implement a differential impedance of 90 ohms for proper signal integrity.
Figure 2: USB circuit
To properly connect the module's USB interface to the external application, a USB 2.0
compatible connector and cable or hardware design is required. Furthermore, the USB modem
driver distributed with EHS8 needs to be installed.
1 . The specification is ready for download on http://www.usb.org/developers/docs/
VBUS
DP
DN
VREG (3V075)
BATT+
USB_DP
2)
lin. reg.
GND
Module
Detection only VUSB_IN
USB part
1)
RING0
Host wakeup
USB_DN
2)
RS
RS
SMT
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2.1.2 Serial Interface ASC0
EHS8 offers an 8-wire unbalanced, asynchronous modem interface ASC0 conforming to ITUT
V.24 protocol DCE signalling. The electrical characteristics do not comply with ITU-T V.28.
The significant levels are 0V (for low data bit or active state) and 1.8V (for high data bit or
inactive state).
EHS8 is designed for use as a DCE. Based on the conventions for DCE-DTE connections
it communicates with the customer application (DTE) using the following signals: • Port TXD
@ application sends data to the module’s TXD0 signal line
• Port RXD @ application receives data from the module’s RXD0 signal line
Figure 3: Serial interface ASC0
Features:
• Includes the data lines TXD0 and RXD0, the status lines RTS0 and CTS0 and, in addition,
the modem control lines DTR0, DSR0, DCD0 and RING0.
• ASC0 is designed for controlling GSM/UMTS voice calls, transferring data and for
controlling the module with AT commands.
• Full multiplexing capability allows the interface to be partitioned into virtual channels.
• The RING0 signal serves to indicate incoming calls and other types of URCs (Unsolicited
Result Code). It can also be used to send p ulses to the host application, for example to
wake up the application from power saving state.
• Configured for 8 data bits, no parity and 1 stop bit.
• ASC0 can be operated at fixed bit rates from 1,200bps up to 921,600bps.
• Autobauding supports bit rates from 1,200bps up to 230,400bps.
• Supports RTS0/CTS0 hardware flow control. The hardware hand shake line RTS0 has an
internal pull down resistor causing a low level signal, if t he line is n ot used and open.
Although hardware flow control is recommended, this allows communication by using only
RXD and TXD lines.
• Wake up from SLEEP mode by RTS0 activation (high to low transition).
2.1.3 Serial Interface ASC1
Four EHS8 GPIO lines can be configured as ASC1 interface signals to provide a 4-wire
unbalanced, asynchronous modem interface ASC1 conforming to ITU-T V.24 protocol DCE
signalling. The electrical characteristics do not comply with ITU-T V.28. The significant levels
are 0V (for low data bit or active state) and 1.8V (for high data bit or inactive state).
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EHS8 is designed for use as a DCE. Based on the conventions for DCE-DTE connections it
communicates with the customer application (DTE) using the following signals: • Port TXD
@ application sends data to module’s TXD1 signal line
• Port RXD @ application receives data from the module’s RXD1 signal line
Figure 4: Serial interface ASC1
Features
• Includes only the data lines TXD1 and RXD1 plus RTS1 and CTS1 for hardware han dshake.
• On ASC1 no RING line is available.
• Configured for 8 data bits, no parity and 1 or 2 stop bits.
• ASC1 can be operated at fixed bit rates from 1,200 bps to 921,600 bps.
• Autobauding supports bit rates from 1,200bps up to 230,400bps.
• Supports RTS1/CTS1 hardware flow. The hardware hand shake line RTS0 has an internal
pull down resistor causing a low level signal, if the line is not used and open. Although
hardware flow control is recommended, this allows communication by using only RXD and
TXD lines.
2.1.4 UICC/SIM/USIM Interface
EHS8 has an integrated UICC/SIM/USIM interface compatible with the 3GPP 31.102 and ETSI
102 221. This is wired to the host interface in order to be connected to an external SIM card
holder. Five pads on the SMT application interface are reserved for the SIM interface.
The UICC/SIM/USIM interface supports 3V and 1.8V SIM cards.
The CCIN signal serves to detect whether a tray (with SIM card) is present in the card holder.
Using the CCIN signal is mandatory for compliance with the GSM 11.11 recommendation if the
mechanical design of the host application allows the user to remove the SIM card during
operation. To take advantage of this feature, an appropriate SIM card detect switch is required
on the card holder. For example, this is true for the model supplied by Molex, which has been
tested to operate with EHS8 and is part of the Gemalto M2M reference equipment submitted
for type approval. See Section 7.1 for Molex ordering numbers.
Table 1: Signals of the SIM interface (SMT application interface)
Signal Description
GND Separate ground connection for SIM card to improve EMC.
CCCLK Chipcard clock
CCVCC SIM supply voltage.
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CCIO Serial data line, input and output.
CCRST Chipcard reset
CCIN Input on the baseband processor for detecting a SIM card tray in the holder. If the SIM is
removed during operation the SIM interface is shut down immediately to prevent
destruction of the SIM. The CCIN signal is by default low and will change to highl evel if a
SIM card is inserted.
The CCIN signal is mandatory for applications that allow the user to remove the SIM card
during operation.
The CCIN signal is solely intended for use with a SIM card. It must not be used for any
other purposes. Failure to comply with this requirement may invalidate the type approval
of EHS8.
Note: No guarantee can be given, nor any liability accepted, if loss of data is encountered after
removing the SIM card during operation. Also, no guarantee can be given for properly initializing
any SIM card that the user inserts after having removed the SIM card during operation. In this
case, the application must restart EHS8.
The figure below shows a circuit to connect an external SIM card holder.
Figure 5: External UICC/SIM/USIM card holder circuit
The total cable length between the SMT application interface pads on EHS8 and the pads of
the external SIM card holder must not exceed 100mm in order to meet the specifications of
3GPP TS 51.010-1 and to satisfy the requirements of EMC compliance.
To avoid possible cross-talk from the CCCLK signal to the CCIO signal be careful that both
lines are not placed closely next to each other. A useful approach is using a GND line to shield
the CCIO line from the CCCLK line.
SIM
CCVCC
CCRST
CCIO
CCCLK
220 nF
1 nF
CCIN
V180
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2.1.5 Digital Audio Interface
EHS8‘s digital audio interface (DAI) can be used to connect audio devices capable of pulse
code modulation (PCM).
2.1.6 GPIO Interface
EHS8 offers a GPIO interface with 22 GPIO lines. The GPIO lines are shared with other
interfaces or functions: Fast shutdown (see Section 2.1.13), status LED (see Section 2.1.12),
the PWM functionality (see Section 2.1.10), an pulse counter (see Section 2.1.11), ASC0 (see
Section 2.1.2), ASC1 (see Section 2.1.3), an SPI interface (see Section 2.1.8), an HSIC
interface (see Section 2.1.9) and a PCM interface (see Section 2.1.10)
The following table shows the configuration variants for the GPIO pads. All variants are mutually
exclusive, i.e. a pad configured for instance as Status LED is locked for alternative usage. Table
2: GPIO lines and possible alternative assignment
GPIO Fast
Shutdown
Status
LED
PWM Pulse
Counter
ASC0 ASC1 SPI HSIC PCM
GPIO1
DTR0
GPIO2
DCD0
GPIO3
DSR0 SPI_CLK
GPIO4 FST_SHDN
GPIO5 Status
LED
GPIO6
PWM2
GPIO7
PWM1
GPIO8
COUNTER
GPIO11
GPIO12
GPIO13
GPIO14
GPIO15
GPIO16
RXD1 MOSI AP_WAKEUP
GPIO17
TXD1 MISO HOST_ACTIVE
GPIO18
RTS1 CP_WAKEUP
GPIO19
CTS1 SPI_CS SUSPEND
GPIO20 TXDDAI
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GPIO21 RXDDAI
GPIO22 TFSDAI
GPIO23 SCLK
GPIO24
RING0
After startup, the above mentioned alternative GPIO line assignments can be configured using
AT commands (see [1]). The configuration is non-volatile and available after module restart.
2.1.7 I2C Interface
I2C is a serial, 8-bit oriented data transfer bus for bit rates up to 400kbps in Fast mode. It
consists of two lines, the serial data line I2CDAT and the serial clock line I2CCLK. The module
acts as a single master device, e.g. the clock I2CCLK is driven by the module. I2CDAT is a bi-
directional line. Each device connected to the bus is software addressable by a unique 7-bit
address, and simple master/slave relationships exist at all times. The module operates as
mastertransmitter or as master-receiver. The customer application transmits or receives data
only on request of the module.
The I2C interface can be powered via the V180 line of EHS8. If connected to the V180 line, the
I2C interface will properly shut down when the module enters the Power Down mode.
Note: Good care should be taken when creating the PCB layout of the host application: The
traces of I2CCLK and I2CDAT should be equal in length and as short as possible.
2.1.8 SPI Interface
Four EHS8 GPIO interface lines can be configured as Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI). The
SPI is a synchronous serial interface for control and data transfer between EHS8 and the
external application. Only one application can be connected to the SPI and the interface
supports only master mode. The transmission rates are up to 6.5Mbit/s. The SPI interface
comprises the two data lines MOSI and MISO, the clock line SPI_CLK a well as the chip select
line SPI_CS.
2.1.9 HSIC Interface
The (USB) High Speed Inter Chip Interface can be used between the module and an external
application processor and is compliant to the High Speed USB 2.0 interface with 480Mbit/s.
The maximum distance between module processor and external application processor should
not exceed 100mm.
The HSIC interface comprises 6 lines:
• Two signal lines (strobe - HSIC_STRB - and data - HSIC_DATA) are used in a source
synchronous serial interface with a 240MHz clock to provide a 480Mbps USB interface. The
HSIC_STRB and HSIC_DATA lines are high-speed signals and should be routed as 50
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impedance traces. The trace length of these signals should be balanced to minimize timing
skew and no longer as 100mm.
• Four signal lines for Link Power Management (LPM). For further power reduction, the USB
HSIC interface supports LPM according to the USB 2.0 standard. The LPM defines power
management states and mechanisms to affect state changes that are used b y the
AP_WAKEUP and CP_WAKEUP signal lines to efficiently manage bus and system power.
To take advantage of the LPM feature, two further signals are needed to support power
management state transitions - the SUSPEND and HOST_ACTIVE signals.
2.1.10 PWM Interfaces
The GPIO6 and GPIO7 interface lines can be configured as Pulse Width Modulation interface
lines PWM1 and PWM2. The PWM interface lines can be used, for example, to connect
buzzers. The PWM1 line is shared with GPIO7 and the PWM2 line is shared with GPIO6 (for
GPIOs see Section 2.1.6). GPIO and PWM functionality are mutually exclusive.
2.1.11 Pulse Counter
The GPIO8 line can be configured as pulse counter line COUNTER. The pulse counter interface
can be used, for example, as a clock (for GPIOs see Section 2.1.6).
2.1.12 Status LED
The GPIO5 interface line can be configured to drive a status LED that indicates different
operating modes of the module (for GPIOs see Section 2.1.6). GPIO and LED functionality
are mutually exclusive.
2.1.13 Fast Shutdown
The GPIO4 interface line can be configured as fast shutdown signal line FST_SHDN. The
configured FST_SHDN line is an active low control signal and must be applied for at least 10
milliseconds. If unused this line can be left open because of a configured internal pull-up resistor.
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2.2 RF Antenna Interface
The RF interface has an impedance of 50 . EHS8 is capable of sustaining a total mismatch
at the antenna line without any damage, even when transmitting at maximum RF power.
The external antenna must be matched properly to achieve best performance regarding
radiated power, modulation accuracy and harmonic suppression. Antenna matching networks
are not included on the EHS8 module and should be placed in the host application if the
antenna does not have an impedance of 50 .
Regarding the return loss EHS8 provides the following values in the active band:
Table 3: Return loss in the active band
State of module Return loss of module Recommended return loss of application
Receive > 8dB > 12dB
Transmit not applicable > 12dB
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2.2.1 Antenna Installation
The antenna is connected by soldering the antenna pad (ANT_GSM, i.e., pad #59) and its
neighboring ground pads (GND, i.e., pads #58 and #60) directly to the application’s PCB.
The antenna pad is the antenna reference point (ARP) for EHS8. All RF data specified
throughout this document is related to the ARP.
The distance between the antenna ANT_GSM pad (#59) and its neighboring GND pads (#58,
#60) has been optimized for best possible impedance. On the application PCB, special
attention should be paid to these 3 pads, in order to prevent mismatch.
The wiring of the antenna connection line, starting from the antenna pad to the application
antenna should result in a 50 line impedance. Line width and distance to the GND plane
needs to be optimized with regard to the PCB’s layer stack.
To prevent receiver desensitization due to interferences generated by fast transients like high
speed clocks on the application PCB, it is recommended to realize the antenna connection line
using embedded Stripline rather than Micro-Stripline technology. .
For type approval purposes, the use of a 50 coaxial antenna connector (U.FL-R-SMT) might
be necessary. In this case the U.FL-R-SMT connector should be placed as close as possible
to EHS8‘s antenna pad.
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2.3 GPS Interface
2.3.1 GPS Receiver
EHS8 integrates a GPS receiver that offers the full performance of GPS technology. The GPS
receiver is able to continuously track all satellites in view, thus providing accurate satellite
position data.
The integrated GPS receiver supports the NMEA protocol via ASC0 interface. NMEA is a
combined electrical and data specification for communication between various (marine)
electronic devices including GPS receivers. It has been defined and controlled by the US based
National Marine Electronics Association. For more information on the NMEA Standard please
refer to http://www.nmea.org.
Depending on the receiver’s knowledge of last position, current time and ephemeris data, the
receiver’s startup time (i.e., TTFF = Time-To-First-Fix) may vary: If the receiver has no
knowledge of its last position or time, a startup takes considerably longer than if the receiver
has still knowledge of its last position, time and almanac or has still access to valid ephimeris
data and the precise time.
2.3.2 GPS Antenna
In addition to the RF antenna interface EHS8 also has a GPS antenna interface. The GPS
installation is the same as for the RF antenna interface, except for pad 224 instead of pad 59.
It is possible to connect active or passive GPSS antennas. For active antennas the power is
supplied by ANT_GPS_PWR; see sample application given in Figure 6. In either case the
antennas must have 50 impedance. The simultaneous operation of GSM and GPS has
been implemented.
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2.4 Sample Application
Figure 6 shows a typical example of how to integrate a EHS8 module with an application.
Usage of the various host interfaces depends on the desired features of the application.
Because of the very low power consumption design, current flowing from any other source into
the module circuit must be avoided, for example reverse current from high state external control
lines. Therefore, the controlling application must be designed to prevent reverse current flow.
Otherwise there is the risk of undefined states of the module during startup and shutdown or
even of damaging the module.
Because of the high RF field density inside the module, it cannot be guaranteed that no self
interference might occur, depending on frequency and the applications grounding concept. The
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potential interferers may be minimized by placing small capacitors (47pF) at suspected lines
(e.g. RXD0, RXT0, VDDLP, and ON).
While developing SMT applications it is strongly recommended to provide test points
for certain signals, i.e., lines to and from the module - for debug and/or test purposes.
The SMT application should allow for an easy access to these signals. For details on
how to implement test points see [3].
The EMC measures are best practice recommendations. In fact, an adequate EMC strategy
for an individual application is very much determined by the overall layout and, especially, the
position of components. For example, mounting the internal acoustic transducers directly on
the PCB eliminates the need to use the ferrite beads shown in the sample schematic.
Note: EHS8 is not intended for use with cables longer than 3m.
Disclaimer
No warranty, either stated or implied, is provided on the sample schematic diagram shown in
Figure 6 and the information detailed in this section. As functionality and compliance with
national regulations depend to a great amount on the used electronic components and the
individual application layout manufacturers are required to ensure adequate design and
operating safeguards for their products using EHS8 modules.
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Figure 6: Schematic diagram of EHS8 sample application
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3 Operating Characteristics
3.1 Operating Modes
The table below briefly summarizes the various operating modes referred to throughout the
document.
Table 4: Overview of operating modes
Mode Function
Normal
operation
GSM /
GPRS / UMTS /
HSPA SLEEP
Power saving set automatically when no call is in progress and the USB
connection is suspended by host or not present and no active
communication via ASC0.
GSM /
GPRS / UMTS /
HSPA IDLE
Power saving disabled or an USB connection not suspended, but no
call in progress.
GSM TALK/
GSM DATA
Connection between two subscribers is in progress. Power
consumption depends on the GSM network coverage and several
connection settings (e.g. DTX off/on, FR/EFR/HR, hopping sequences
and antenna connection). The following applies when power is to be
measured in TALK_GSM mode: DTX off, FR and no frequency
hopping.
GPRS DATA GPRS data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on
network settings (e.g. power control level), uplink / downlink data rates
and GPRS configuration (e.g. used multislot settings).
EGPRS DATA EGPRS data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on
network settings (e.g. power control level), uplink / downlink data rates
and EGPRS configuration (e.g. used multislot settings).
UMTS TALK/
UMTS DATA
UMTS data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on
network settings (e.g. TPC Pattern) and data transfer rate.
HSPA DATA HSPA data transfer in progress. Power consumption depends on
network settings (e.g. TPC Pattern) and data transfer rate.
Power
Down
Normal shutdown after sending the power down command. Only a voltage regulator is
active for powering the RTC. Software is not active. Interfaces are not accessible.
Operating voltage remains applied.
Airplane
mode
A
irplane mode shuts down the radio part of the module, causes the module to log off from
the GSM/GPRS network and disables all AT commands whose execution requires a radio
connection.
Airplane mode can be controlled by AT command (see [1]).
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3.2 Power Supply
EHS8 needs to be connected to a power supply at the SMT application interface - 2 lines
BATT+, and GND. There are two separate voltage domains for BATT+:
• BATT+BB with a line for the general power management.
• BATT+RF with a line for the GSM power amplifier supply.
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Please note that throughout the document BATT+ refers to both voltage domains and power
supply lines - BATT+BB and BATT+RF.
The power supply of EHS8 has to be a single voltage source at BATT+BB and BATT+RF. It must
be able to provide the peak current during the uplink transmission.
All the key functions for supplying power to the device are handled by the power management
section of the analog controller. This IC provides the following features:
• Stabilizes the supply voltages for the baseband using low drop linear voltage regulators
and a DC-DC step down switching regulator.
• Switches the module's power voltages for the power-up and -down procedures.
• SIM switch to provide SIM power supply.
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4 Mechanical Dimensions, Mounting and Packaging
4.1 Mechanical Dimensions of EHS8
Figure 7 shows the top and bottom view of EHS8 and provides an overview of the board's
mechanical dimensions. For further details see Figure 8.
4.1 Mechanical Dimensions of EHS8
Figure 7: EHS8– top and bottom view
Product label
Top view
Bottom view
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Figure 8: Dimensions of EHS8 (all dimensions in mm)
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5 Regulatory and Type Approval Information
5.1 Directives and Standards
EHS8 is designed to comply with the directives and standards listed below.
It is the responsibility of the application manufacturer to ensure compliance of the final product
with all provisions of the applicable directives and standards as well as with the technical
specifications provided in the "EHS8 Hardware Interface Description".1
Table 5: Directives
1999/05/EC Directive of the European Parliament and of the council of 9 March 1999
on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the
mutual recognition of their conformity (in short referred to as R&TTE
Directive 1999/5/EC).
The product is labeled with the CE conformity mark CE1588
2002/95/EC (RoHS 1)
2011/65/EC (RoHS 2)
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council of
27 January 2003 (and revised on 8 June 2011) on the
restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in
electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)
Table 6: Standards of North American type approval
CFR Title 47 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 22 and Part 24 (Telecommunications,
PCS); US Equipment Authorization FCC
OET Bulletin 65 (Edition
97-01)
Evaluating Compliance with FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure to
Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields
UL 60 950-1
Product Safety Certification (Safety requirements)
NAPRD.03 V5.15 Overview of PCS Type certification review board Mobile Equipment Type
Certification and IMEI control
PCS Type Certification Review board (PTCRB)
RSS132 (Issue2)
RSS133 (Issue5)
Canadian Standard
Table 7: Standards of European type approval
3GPP TS 51.010-1 Digital cellular telecommunications system (Release 7); Mobile Station
(MS) conformance specification;
ETSI EN 301 511 V9.0.2 Global System for Mobile communications (GSM); Harmonized standard
for mobile stations in the GSM 900 and DCS 1800 bands covering essential
requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE directive (1999/5/EC)
GCF-CC V3.49 Global Certification Forum - Certification Criteria
ETSI EN 301 489-01
V1.9.2
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM);
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and
services; Part 1: Common Technical Requirements
1 . Manufacturers of applications which can be used in the US shall ensure that their applications have a
PTCRB approval. For this purpose they can refer to the PTCRB approval of the respective module.
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Table 7: Standards of European type approval
ETSI EN 301 489-07
V1.3.1
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM);
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and
services; Part 7: Specific conditions for mobile and portable radio and
ancillary equipment of digital cellular radio telecommunications systems
(GSM and DCS)
ETSI EN 301 489-24
V1.5.1
Electromagnetic Compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM);
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and
services; Part 24: Specific conditions for IMT-2000 CDMA Direct Spread
(UTRA) for
Mobile and portable (UE) radio and ancillary equipment
ETSI EN 301 908-01
V5.2.1
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Base
Stations (BS) and User Equipment (UE) for IMT-2000 Third Generation
cellular networks; Part 1: Harmonized EN for IMT-2000, introduction and
common requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive
ETSI EN 301 908-02
V5.2.1
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Base
Stations (BS) and User Equipment (UE) for IMT-2000 Third Generation
cellular networks; Part 2: Harmonized EN for IMT-2000, CDMA Direct
Spread (UTRA FDD) (UE) covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of
the R&TTE Directive
EN 62311:2008 Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human
exposure restrictions for electromagnetic fields (0 Hz - 300 GHz)
IEC/EN 60950-1:2006/
A1:2010+A12:2011
IEC 60950-1:2005/
A1:2009
(second edition)
Safety of information technology equipment
Table 8: Requirements of quality
IEC 60068 Environmental testing
DIN EN 60529 IP codes
Table 9: Standards of the Ministry of Information Industry of the People’s Republic of China
SJ/T 11363-2006 “Requirements for Concentration Limits for Certain Hazardous
Substances in Electronic Information Products” (2006-06).
SJ/T 11364-2006 “Marking for Control of Pollution Caused by Electronic
Information Products” (2006-06).
According to the “Chinese Administration on the Control
of Pollution caused by Electronic Information Products”
(ACPEIP) the EPUP, i.e., Environmental Protection Use
Period, of this product is 20 years as per the symbol shown here, unless
otherwise marked. The EPUP is valid only as long as the product is
operated within the operating limits described in the Gemalto M2M
Hardware Interface Description.
Please see Table 10 for an overview of toxic or hazardous substances or
elements that might be contained in product parts in concentrations
above the limits defined by SJ/T 11363-2006.
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5.2 SAR requirements specific to portable mobiles
Mobile phones, PDAs or other portable transmitters and receivers incorporating a GSM module
must be in accordance with the guidelines for human exposure to radio frequency energy. This
requires the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) of portable EHS8 based applications to be
evaluated and approved for compliance with national and/or international regulations.
Since the SAR value varies significantly with the individual product design manufacturers are
advised to submit their product for approval if designed for portable use. For European and US
markets the relevant directives are mentioned below. It is the responsibility of the manufacturer
of the final product to verify whether or not further standards, recommendations or directives
are in force outside these areas.
Products intended for sale on US markets
ES 59005/ANSI C95.1 Considerations for evaluation of human exposure to Electromagnetic
Fields (EMFs) from Mobile Telecommunication Equipment (MTE) in the
frequency range 30MHz - 6GHz
Products intended for sale on European markets
EN 50360 Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of mobile phones with the basic
restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields
(300MHz - 3GHz)
Please note that SAR requirements are specific only for portable devices and not for mobile
devices as defined below:
• Portable device:
A portable device is defined as a transmitting device designed to be used so that the
radiating structure(s) of the device is/are within 20 centimeters of the body of the user.
• Mobile device:
A mobile device is defined as a transmitting device designed to be used in other than fixed
locations and to generally be used in such a way that a separation distance of at least 20
centimeters is normally maintained between the transmitter's radiating structure(s) and the
body of the user or nearby persons. In this context, the term ''fixed location'' means that the
device is physically secured at one location and is not able to be easily moved to another
location.
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5.3 Reference Equipment for Type Approval
The Gemalto M2M reference setup submitted to type approve EHS8 (including a special
approval adapter for the DSB75) is shown in the following figure1:
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Figure 9: Reference equipment for Type Approval
1. For RF performance tests a mini-SMT/U.FL to SMA adapter with attached 6dB coaxial attenuator is
chosen to connect the evaluation module directly to the GSM/UMTS/GPS test equipment instead of
employing the SMA antenna connectors on the
EHS8
-DSB75 adapter as shown in Figure 9. The
following products are recommended:
Hirose SMA-Jack/U.FL-Plug conversion adapter HRMJ-U.FLP(40)
(for details see http://www.hirose-connectors.com/ or http://www.farnell.com/
Aeroflex Weinschel Fixed Coaxial Attenuator Model 3T/4T
(for details see http://www.aeroflex.com/ams/weinschel/pdfiles/wmod3&4T.pdf)
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5.4 Compliance with FCC and IC Rules and Regulations
The Equipment Authorization Certification for the Gemalto M2M reference application
described in Section 5.3 will be registered under the following identifiers:
FCC Identifier: QIPEHS8 Industry Canada Certification Number: 7830A-EHS8
Granted to Gemalto M2M GmbH
Manufacturers of mobile or fixed devices incorporating EHS8 modules are authorized to use
the FCC Grants and Industry Canada Certificates of the EHS8 modules for their own final
products according to the conditions referenced in these documents. In this case, an FCC/ IC
label of the module shall be visible from the outside, or the host device shall bear a second
label stating "Contains FCC ID QIPEHS8", and accordingly “Contains IC 7830A-EHS8“. The
integration is limited to fixed or mobile categorised host devices, where a separation distance
between the antenna and any person of min. 20cm can be assured during normal operating
conditions. For mobile and fixed operation configurations the antenna gain, including cable
loss, must not exceed the limits 2.15 (850 MHz) and 2.15 dBi (1900 MHz).
IMPORTANT:
Manufacturers of portable applications incorporating EHS8 modules are required to have their
final product certified and apply for their own FCC Grant and Industry Canada Certificate
related to the specific portable mobile. This is mandatory to meet the SAR requirements for
portable mobiles (see Section 5.2 for detail).
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
If Canadian approval is requested for devices incorporating EHS8 modules the above note will
have to be provided in the English and French language in the final user documentation.
Manufacturers/OEM Integrators must ensure that the final user documentation does not
contain any information on how to install or remove the module from the final product.
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6 Document Information
6.1 Revision History
New document: "Cinterion® EHS8 Hardware Interface Overview" Version 02.770
Chapter What is new
-- Initial document setup.
6.2 Related Documents
[1] EHS8 AT Command Set
[2] EHS8 Release Note
[3] Application Note 48: SMT Module Integration
[4] Application Note 40: Thermal Solutions
[5] Universal Serial Bus Specification Revision 2.0, April 27, 2000
6.3 Terms and Abbreviations
Abbreviation Description
ADC Analog-to-digital converter
AGC Automatic Gain Control
ANSI American National Standards Institute
ARFCN Absolute Radio Frequency Channel Number
ARP Antenna Reference Point
ASC0/ASC1 Asynchronous Controller. Abbreviations used for first and second serial interface of
EHS8
B Thermistor Constant
BER Bit Error Rate
BTS Base Transceiver Station
CB or CBM Cell Broadcast Message
CE Conformité Européene (European Conformity)
CHAP Challenge Handshake Authentication Protocol
CPU Central Processing Unit
CS Coding Scheme
CSD Circuit Switched Data
CTS Clear to Send
DAC Digital-to-Analog Converter
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Abbreviation Description
DAI Digital Audio Interface
dBm0 Digital level, 3.14dBm0 corresponds to full scale, see ITU G.711, A-law
DCE Data Communication Equipment (typically modems, e.g. Gemalto M2M module)
DCS 1800 Digital Cellular System, also referred to as PCN
DRX Discontinuous Reception
DSB Development Support Box
DSP Digital Signal Processor
DSR Data Set Ready
DTE Data Terminal Equipment (typically computer, terminal, printer or, for example, GSM
application)
DTR Data Terminal Ready
DTX Discontinuous Transmission
EFR Enhanced Full Rate
EGSM Enhanced GSM
EIRP Equivalent Isotropic Radiated Power
EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility
ERP Effective Radiated Power
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
ETS European Telecommunication Standard
FCC Federal Communications Commission (U.S.)
FDMA Frequency Division Multiple Access
FR Full Rate
GMSK Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying
GPIO General Purpose Input/Output
GPRS General Packet Radio Service
GSM Global Standard for Mobile Communications
HiZ High Impedance
HR Half Rate
I/O Input/Output
IC Integrated Circuit
IMEI International Mobile Equipment Identity
ISO International Standards Organization
ITU International Telecommunications Union
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kbps kbits per second
LED Light Emitting Diode
Li-Ion/Li+ Lithium-Ion
Li battery Rechargeable Lithium Ion or Lithium Polymer battery
LPM Link Power Management
Abbreviation Description
Mbps Mbits per second
MMI Man Machine Interface
MO Mobile Originated
MS Mobile Station (GSM module), also referred to as TE
MSISDN Mobile Station International ISDN number
MT Mobile Terminated
NTC Negative Temperature Coefficient
OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer
PA Power Amplifier
PAP Password Authentication Protocol
PBCCH Packet Switched Broadcast Control Channel
PCB Printed Circuit Board
PCL Power Control Level
PCM Pulse Code Modulation
PCN Personal Communications Network, also referred to as DCS 1800
PCS Personal Communication System, also referred to as GSM 1900
PDU Protocol Data Unit
PLL Phase Locked Loop
PPP Point-to-point protocol
PSK Phase Shift Keying
PSU Power Supply Unit
PWM Pulse Width Modulation
R&TTE Radio and Telecommunication Terminal Equipment
RAM Random Access Memory
RF Radio Frequency
RLS Radio Link Stability
RMS Root Mean Square (value)
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RoHS Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic
equipment.
ROM Read-only Memory
RTC Real Time Clock
RTS Request to Send
Rx Receive Direction
SAR Specific Absorption Rate
SAW Surface Accoustic Wave
SELV Safety Extra Low Voltage
SIM Subscriber Identification Module
SMD Surface Mount Device
Abbreviation Description
SMS Short Message Service
SMT Surface Mount Technology
SPI Serial Peripheral Interface
SRAM Static Random Access Memory
TA Terminal adapter (e.g. GSM module)
TDMA Time Division Multiple Access
TE Terminal Equipment, also referred to as DTE
TLS Transport Layer Security
Tx Transmit Direction
UART Universal asynchronous receiver-transmitter
URC Unsolicited Result Code
USSD Unstructured Supplementary Service Data
VSWR Voltage Standing Wave Ratio
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6.4 Safety Precaution Notes
The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, usage,
service or repair of any cellular terminal or mobile incorporating EHS8. Manufacturers of the
cellular terminal are advised to convey the following safety information to users and
operating personnel and to incorporate these guidelines into all manuals supplied with the
product. Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design,
manufacture and intended use of the product. Gemalto M2M assumes no liability for
customer’s failure to comply with these precautions.
When in a hospital or other health care facility, observe the restrictions on the use of
mobiles. Switch the cellular terminal or mobile off, if instructed to do so by the
guidelines posted in sensitive areas. Medical equipment may be sensitive to RF
energy. The operation of cardiac pacemakers, other implanted medical equipment and
hearing aids can be affected by interference from cellular terminals or mobiles placed
close to the device. If in doubt about potential danger, contact the physician or the
manufacturer of the device to verify that the equipment is properly shielded.
Pacemaker patients are advised to keep their hand-held mobile away from the
pacemaker, while it is on.
Switch off the cellular terminal or mobile before boarding an aircraft. Make sure it
cannot be switched on inadvertently. The operation of wireless appliances in an
aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference with communications systems. Failure to
observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of cellular services to
the offender, legal action, or both.
Do not operate the cellular terminal or mobile in the presence of flammable gases or
fumes. Switch off the cellular terminal when you are near petrol stations, fuel depots,
chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress. Operation of any
electrical equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres can constitute a safety
hazard.
Your cellular terminal or mobile receives and transmits radio frequency energy while
switched on. Remember that interference can occur if it is used close to TV sets,
radios, computers or inadequately shielded equipment. Follow any special
regulations and always switch off the cellular terminal or mobile wherever forbidden,
or when you suspect that it may cause interference or danger.
Road safety comes first! Do not use a hand-held cellular terminal or mobile when
driving a vehicle, unless it is securely mounted in a holder for speakerphone operation.
Before making a call with a hand-held terminal or mobile, park the vehicle.
Speakerphones must be installed by qualified personnel. Faulty installation or
operation can constitute a safety hazard.
IMPORTANT!
Cellular terminals or mobiles operate using radio signals and cellular networks.
Because of this, connection cannot be guaranteed at all times under all conditions.
Therefore, you should never rely solely upon any wireless device for essential
communications, for example emergency calls.
Remember, in order to make or receive calls, the cellular terminal or mobile must be
switched on and in a service area with adequate cellular signal strength.
Some networks do not allow for emergency calls if certain network services or phone
features are in use (e.g. lock functions, fixed dialing etc.). You may need to deactivate
those features before you can make an emergency call.
Some networks require that a valid SIM card be properly inserted in the cellular
terminal or mobile.
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7.1 List of Parts and Accessories
Table 11: List of parts and accessories
Description Supplier Ordering information
EHS8 Gemalto M2M Standard module
Gemalto M2M IMEI:
Packaging unit (ordering) number: L30960-N2900-A300
Module label number: S30960-S2900-A300-1
DSB75 Evaluation Kit Gemalto M2M Ordering number: L36880-N8811-A100
Multi-Adapter R1 for
mounting EHS8 evaluation
modules onto DSB75
Gemalto M2M Ordering number: L30960-N0010-A100
Approval adapter for
mounting EHS8 evaluation
modules onto DSB75
Gemalto M2M Ordering number: L30960-N2301-A100
Evaluation Module Gemalto M2M Ordering number: L30960-N2901-A300 (EHS8)
Votronic Handset Votronic /
Gemalto M2M
Gemalto M2M ordering number: L36880-N8301-A107
Votronic ordering number: HH-SI-30.3/V1.1/0
Votronic
Entwicklungs- und Produktionsgesellschaft für
elektronische Geräte mbH
Saarbrücker Str. 8
66386 St. Ingbert
Germany
Phone: +49-(0)6 89 4 / 92 55-0
Fax: +49-(0)6 89 4 / 92 55-88
Email: contact@votronic.com
SIM card holder incl. push
button ejector and slide-in
tray
Molex Ordering numbers: 91228
91236
Sales contacts are listed in Table 12.
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Table 12: Molex sales contacts (subject to change)
Molex
For further information please click:
http://www.molex.com
Molex Deutschland GmbH
Otto-Hahn-Str. 1b
69190 Walldorf
Germany
Phone: +49-6227-3091-0
Fax: +49-6227-3091-8100
Email: mxgermany@molex.com
American Headquarters
Lisle, Illinois 60532
U.S.A.
Phone: +1-800-78MOLEX
Fax: +1-630-969-1352
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Molex China Distributors
Beijing,
Room 1311, Tower B, COFCO Plaza
No. 8, Jian Guo Men Nei Street, 100005
Beijing
P.R. China
Phone: +86-10-6526-9628
Fax: +86-10-6526-9730
Molex Singapore Pte. Ltd.
110, International Road
Jurong Town,
Singapore 629174
Phone: +65-6-268-6868
Fax: +65-6-265-6044
Molex Japan Co. Ltd.
1-5-4 Fukami-Higashi,
Yamato-City,
Kanagawa, 242-8585
Japan
Phone: +81-46-265-2325
Fax: +81-46-265-2365
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About Gemalto
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revenues of €2 billion and more than 10,000 employees operating out of 74 offices and 14 Research
& Development centers, located in 43 countries.
We are at the heart of the rapidly evolving digital society. Billions of people worldwide increasingly
want the freedom to communicate, travel, shop, bank, entertain and work - anytime, everywhere
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