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Smart LTE Module Series
SC20 Hardware Design
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Maximize the distance between the GNSS RF part and the GPRS RF part (including trace routing
and antenna layout) to avoid mutual interference.
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In user systems, GNSS RF signal lines and RF components should be placed far away from high
speed circuits, switched-mode power supplies, power inductors, the clock circuit of single-chip
microcomputers, etc.
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For applications with harsh electromagnetic environment or with high requirement on ESD protection,
it is recommended to add ESD protective diodes for the antenna interface. Only diodes with ultra-low
junction capacitance such as 0.05pF can be selected. Otherwise, there will be effects on the
impedance characteristic of RF circuit loop, or attenuation of bypass RF signal may be caused.
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Control the impedance of either feeder line or PCB trace as 50Ω, and keep the trace length as short
as possible.
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Refer to Chapter 6.3 for GNSS reference circuit design.