User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Module Power
- 3 Physical Interfaces
- Module Mounting to Host Board (Reference)
- Connectors
- Connectors
- I/O Connector Pin Assignments
- Circuit Protection
- Antenna
- Control Connector Signal Functions
- Module Power (Pins 85, 87, 89, 91, 93, 95, 97, 99)
- Power Control (Pin 35) - (PWR_CTL)
- Level Translation Reference Power (Pin 77)
- USB (Pins 1, 3, 5, 7, 9)
- General Purpose Input/Output Interface
- RTC Sleep
- Serial Interfaces & Handshake (Pins 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25)
- Multi-Channel Serial Interface (MCSI) – (Pins 12, 14, 16, 18)
- VBackup Input (Pin83)
- Using VBackup
- Analog-to-Digital Input (Pin 74)
- Handset Microphone Input (Pins 65, 67)
- Handset Microphone Bias Output (Pin 63)
- Handset Speaker Output (Pins 71, 73)
- Headset Microphone Input (Pin 55)
- Headset Microphone Bias Output (Pin 53)
- Headset Speaker Output Left & Right (Pins 57, 59)
- Headset Output Common Mode (Pin 61)
- Headset Detect (Pin 47)
- Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Carrier (Pins 76, 78, 80, 82, 84)
- 4 Hardware Design
- General Design Guidelines for Using Novatel Wireless M2M GSM Modules
- Enabling the Transmission Modes for the GSM/GPRS Services
- Voice Communication
- Circuit-Switched Data
- SMS: Short Message Services
- Provisioning The SIM
- GSM Services Supported by the Novatel Wireless M2M Enabler IIIG Module
- GPRS Services Supported by the Novatel Wireless M2M Enabler IIIG Module
- Selecting the GSM Modes of Operation
- 5 Setup and Initialization
- 6 Integration and Testing
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Important Safety Information
The following information applies to the devices described in this manual. Always observe all
standard and accepted safety precautions and guidelines when handling any electrical device.
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Save this manual: it contains important safety information and operating instructions.
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Do not expose the Novatel Wireless M2M Enabler IIIG product to open flames.
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Ensure that liquids do not spill onto the devices.
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Do not attempt to disassemble the product: Doing so will void the warranty. With the
exception of the Subscriber Identification Module (SIM), this product does not contain
consumer-serviceable components.
Disclaimer
The information and instructions contained within this publication comply with all FCC, GCF,
PTCRB, R&TTE, IMEI and other applicable codes that are in effect at the time of publication.
Novatel Wireless M2M disclaims all responsibility for any act or omissions, or for breach of law,
code or regulation, including local or state codes, performed by a third party.
Novatel Wireless M2M strongly recommends that all installations, hookups, transmissions, etc.,
be performed by persons who are experienced in the fields of radio frequency technologies.
Novatel Wireless M2M acknowledges that the installation, setup and transmission guidelines
contained within this publication are guidelines, and that each installation may have variables
outside of the guidelines contained herein. Said variables must be taken into consideration
when installing or using the product, and Novatel Wireless M2M shall not be responsible for
installations or transmissions that fall outside of the parameters set forth in this publication.
Novatel Wireless M2M shall not be liable for consequential or incidental damages, injury to
any person or property, anticipated or lost profits, loss of time, or other losses incurred by
Customer or any third party in connection with the installation of the Products or Customer's
failure to comply with the information and instructions contained herein.
Warning: The Enabler IIIG platform is designed with features to support a robust
connection. There are instances where the module performance is beyond the
control of the intended design. Integrated designs that require 24 by 7 operation
must implement power control via an external circuit or by implementing power
management as specified within this design guide