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Hiberband modem

User Manual

HBR-DS-19001 - March 2019 (version 1.1)

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Functional description

The Hiberband modem is a highly integrated, low-power communications front-end designed for global delivery

of sensor data through Hiber’s satellite-based Hiberband Low-Power Global Area Network (LPGAN). Designed as

a compact, solderable SMT module, it is straightforward to integrate in IoT devices. The application host processor

of the IoT device interacts with the Hiberband modem through a UART-based serial interface using a command-

response protocol.

The Hiberband modem operates in one of several modes, each with their own distinctive power consumption

pattern:

• Hibernation Mode: the Hiberband modem will be in this mode most the time; with exception of its internal

real-time clock, all systems are shut off.

• Host Communication Mode: the Hiberband modem has activated the minimal set of functions needed to

receive instructions (e.g. to submit sensor data for transmission) from the application host processor.

• Geo-location Mode: the Hiberband modem will autonomously activate a connected GNSS receiver to re-

determine its current location to stay synchronized with the Hiberband network of orbiting satellites.

• Hiberband Listen Mode: the Hiberband modem has activated its receiver in anticipation of a satellite

passing overhead.

• Hiberband Transmission Mode: the Hiberband modem has activated its Hiberband transmitter to send

sensor data to a satellite in range.

The highly energy-efficient operation of the Hiberband modem is supported by an advanced orbit prediction

algorithm that allows it to remain in hibernation mode until one of the Hiberband satellites becomes ’visible’ to

the The highly energy-efficient operation of the Hiberband-enabled IoT device. The optimal communication

window is determined by the current geographic location of the device; to keep track of the actual location, the

Hiberband modem is equipped with an interface for direct control of a suitable GNSS receiver. This geo-position

information acquired by the Hiberband modem is also available to the IoT device application through the host

processor interface.

For the integration details of the Hiberband LPGAN modem in your IoT device, please refer to the Hiber System

Integration Manual (on support.hiber.global).

Key features

• Compact, ultra low-power SMT

module design

• Hiberband RF signal and

baseband processing

• Interface for direct connection of

a GNSS receiver module

• Geolocation-based satellite

tracking algorithm

• Serial UART-based host

processor interface

Summary of content (9 pages)

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User Manual HBR-DS-19001 - March 2019 (version 1.
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HBR-DS-19001: Hiberband modem product datasheet 1 Page 2 Hiberband modem pin-assignment A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8 A9 A10 B1 B10 C1 C10 D1 D10 E1 E10 F1 F10 G1 G10 H1 H10 J1 J10 K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 K8 K9 The pin numbering scheme of the Hiberband LPGAN modem (bottom view) is shown in figure 1. The module footprint is a Land Grid Array (LGA) that allows soldering onto a printed circuit board (PCB) using standard reflow manufacturing techniques.
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HBR-DS-19001: Hiberband modem product datasheet 2 Page 3 Product specifications Stressing the Hiberband modem above one or more of the ratings listed in the Absolute Maximum Ratings section may cause permanent damage. These are stress ratings only. Operating the Hiberband modem at these or at any conditions other than those specified in the Operating Conditions sections of the specification should be avoided.
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HBR-DS-19001: Hiberband modem product datasheet Page 4 The environmental operating ranges of the Hiberband modem are defined in table 3. Parameter Description Min Toperating Typical operating temperature Typ Max +25 Unit °C Normal operating temperature -30 +70 °C Extended operating temperature -40 +85 °C Table 3: Environmental conditions 2.3 Maximum ESD ratings The maximum ESD ratings of the Hiberband modem are specified in table 4.
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HBR-DS-19001: Hiberband modem product datasheet Page 5 2.5 Current consumption The current consumption figures of the Hiberband modem are specified in table 6. Mode Condition Min Typ Max Unit Hibernation Mode VCC = 3.3V 0.5 0.7 1.5 µA Host Communication Mode VCC = 3.3V 10 20 25 mA Geo-location Mode VCC = 3.3V TBD TBD TBD mA Hiberband Listen Mode VCC = 3.3V; max. receive sensitivity 20 23 30 mA Hiberband Transmission Mode VCC = 3.3V; VREF = 3.0V; max.
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HBR-DS-19001: Hiberband modem product datasheet Page 6 2.6 Dynamic performance The dynamic performance figures of the Hiberband modem are given in table 7. Parameter Description Min Typ Max Unit TGNSS Duration for a GNSS fix TBD TBD TBD s Tlisten Hiberband listen period 10 80 120 s Ttransmit Hiberband transmission burst duration 280 400 500 ms Table 7: Hiberband modem dynamic performance 2.
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HBR-DS-19001: Hiberband modem product datasheet Page 7 2.9 Mechanical dimensions The mechanical drawing of the Hiberband modem is shown in figure 4. H A B Figure 4: Mechanical drawing Hiberband modem The pin numbers have been omitted from figure 4. Please refer to section for pin assignment information. Parameter Description Typical Tolerance A Module length 27.0 mm +0.2/-0.2 mm B Module width 27.0 mm +0.2/-0.2 mm H Module height 4.2 mm +0.3/-0.
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HBR-DS-19001: Hiberband modem product datasheet 4 Page 8 Hiberband modem design support Hiber is strongly committed to providing good support to its partners. In addition to documentation, Hiber offers CAD libraries, reference schematics and board layout footprints, that can be obtained upon request. Please contact us at support@hiber.global for any assistance you may need. 5 Product ordering information Please find the product ordering information in the table below.
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HBR-DS-19001: Hiberband modem product datasheet Page 9 IMPORTANT NOTICES – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY FCC Interference Statement, Part 15.105(b): 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.