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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Regulatory Compliance
This section summarizes the responsibilities and actions required of manufacturers and
integrators who incorporate OEM versions of the Novatel Wireless M2M Enabler IIIG module
into their products. In certain situations and applications, these products will require
additional FCC, CE, GCF, PTCRB or other regulatory approvals prior to sale or operation.
Appropriate instructions, documentation and labels are required for all products. For more
information concerning regulatory requirements, please contact Novatel Wireless M2M.
GCF/PTCRB Approval (Formerly FTA)
The Novatel Wireless M2M Enabler IIIG module is type approved in accordance with the
requirements of and through the procedures set forth by the GSM industry association. The
relevant conformance specification is 3GPP TS 51010-1. Any OEM changes in the SIM interface,
antenna port, software or the physical makeup of the unit may require an incremental FTA to
ensure continued compliance with the above-mentioned standard. For more information
concerning type approval, please contact Novatel Wireless M2M.
FCC Certification
Novatel Wireless M2M certifies that the Novatel Wireless M2M Enabler IIIG
850/900/1800/1900 MHz GSM Radio Module (FCC ID: MIVGSM0308) complies with the RF
requirements applicable to broadband PCS equipment operating under the authority of 47
CFR Part 24, Subpart E and Part 22 of the FCC Rules and Regulations. This certification is
contingent upon installation, operation and use of the Novatel Wireless M2M Enabler IIIG
module and its host product in accordance with all instructions provided to both the OEM and
end user. When installed and operated in a manner consistent with the instructions provided,
the Novatel Wireless M2M Enabler IIIG module meets the maximum permissible exposure
(MPE) limits for general population / uncontrolled exposure at defined in Section 1.1310 of the
FCC Rules and Regulations.
The Enabler IIIG modem is designed for use in a variety of host units, "enabling" the host
platform to perform wireless data communications. However, there are certain criteria relative
to integrating the modem into a host platform such as a PC, laptop, handheld, monitor and
control unit, etc. that must be considered to ensure continued compliance with FCC
compliance requirements. Please follow this next section when integration this modem to
ensure compliance with the FCC and IC rules.
M2M Module Installation and Collocation Guidelines
FCC and IC Approval Process for Host Devices
FCC and IC Integrations are covered through two possible approaches.