Specifications

AirPrime Embedded Module Hardware Integration Guide
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The Universal Development Kit
Sierra Wireless manufactures a Universal Development Kit (UDK) that facilitates
all phases of the integration process.
This kit is a hardware development platform that is designed to support the
AirPrime embedded modules listed in Table 1 - 1 on page 11. It contains the
hardware components that are typically necessary for evaluating and developing
with the module, including:
• Development board
• Cables
• Antennas
• Other accessories
For instructions on setting up the UDK, see PCI Express Mini Card Dev Kit Quick
Start Guide (Document 2130705).
Required connectors
Note: Contact vendors
before choosing your
connectors—the numbers
included here are for
reference only. Choose
connectors that are appro-
priate to your design.
When integrating AirPrime embedded modules into your host device, you need
the following connector types:
• RF cables that mate with Hirose U.FL connectors (model
U.FL #CL331-0471-0-10). Modules include one or two connector jacks
depending on individual module support for diversity or GPS functionality.
• Industry-standard mating connector for 52-pin EDGE—some manufacturers
include Tyco, Foxconn, and Molex. For example, the connector used on the
Mini Card Dev Kit board is a Molex 67910-0001.
• Industry-standard USIM connector (MC8xxx only)—the actual connector you
use depends on how your device exposes the USIM socket. For example, the
USIM connector used on the Mini Card Dev Kit board is an ITT CCM03-3518.
Guide organization
This guide includes the following sections:
1. Introduction (this section)
2. Power Interface on page 17
Describes power control signals used by the module and discusses design
issues related to power supply integration.
3. RF Integration on page 37
Describes antenna connection methods and grounding issues, RF inter-
ference and desense issues.
4. Audio Interface on page 47
Describes supported audio modes and related details.
5. Host/Module Interfaces on page 55
Describes the USB interface for host/module communication, and the USIM
interface for host/module integration.