Enfora Enabler III-G Quick setup guide

GSM0308PB001
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Enfora Enabler III-G
Integration Guide
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Enfora Enabler III-G
Modem Integration Guide
Document Title: Enfora Enabler III-G Modem Integration Guide
Version: DRAFT
Date: 1/31/07
Status: DRAFT
Document Control ID: GSM0308PB001
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Table of Contents
1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................................1
1.1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................................................1
2. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE FCC.............................................................................................................1
2.1. INTEGRATION CONSIDERATIONS AND INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS...........................................................1
2.2. DISCLAIMER ...................................................................................................................................................3
3. MANUAL OVERVIEW......................................................................................................................................4
3.1. REVISION HISTORY.........................................................................................................................................4
3.2. REFERENCE DOCUMENTS ...............................................................................................................................5
3.2.1. Enfora Enabler III-G Product Documentation......................................................................................5
3.2.2. GSM Device Specifications....................................................................................................................6
3.2.3. US Government......................................................................................................................................6
3.2.4. Federal Communications Commission (FCC).......................................................................................6
3.2.5. FCC Office of Engineering and Technology (OET) ..............................................................................6
3.2.6. Industry Canada ....................................................................................................................................7
3.2.7. Environmental Regulations....................................................................................................................7
3.2.8. Mechanical Specifications.....................................................................................................................7
3.2.9. RF and EMI Specifications....................................................................................................................7
4. INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................................................................8
4.1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW......................................................................................................................................8
4.2. KEY FEATURES OF THE ENABLER III MODULE...............................................................................................8
4.3. PROVIDING MULTI-BAND OPERATION .........................................................................................................10
4.4. WIRELESS DATA APPLICATION POSSIBILITIES..............................................................................................10
4.5. GSM/GPRS SYSTEM OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................11
4.6. SUMMARY OF FEATURES FOR THE ENABLER III-G MODULE........................................................................13
4.7. GENERAL LAYOUT GUIDELINES FOR ENFORA GSM MODULES .....................................................................15
5. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................16
5.1. ENABLER III-G MODULE BLOCK DIAGRAM .................................................................................................16
5.2. DETAILED PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................17
CLIMATIC: STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION...........................................................................................................17
MECHANICAL: STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION.....................................................................................................17
MECHANICAL: PROPOSED STANDARDS ....................................................................................................................17
ELECTROMAGNETIC EMISSIONS ...............................................................................................................................17
5.3. OPERATING POWER ......................................................................................................................................18
5.3.1. GSM Operating Power ........................................................................................................................18
5.3.2. GPRS Operating Power.......................................................................................................................18
5.3.3. Typical Input Current ..........................................................................................................................19
5.3.4. GSM Transmit Power ..........................................................................................................................19
5.3.5. GSM Receiver Sensitivity.....................................................................................................................20
6. MECHANICAL.................................................................................................................................................21
6.1. MODULE MOUNTING TO HOST BOARD (REFERENCE)...................................................................................25
6.2. CONNECTORS ...............................................................................................................................................27
6.3. RF CONNECTION OPTIONS ...........................................................................................................................27
6.3.1. Coaxial Connector Option...................................................................................................................27
6.3.2. RF Board-to-Board Connector Option................................................................................................27
6.3.3. I/O Connector Pin Assignments...........................................................................................................28
6.4. CIRCUIT PROTECTION...................................................................................................................................30
6.5. ANTENNA .....................................................................................................................................................30
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6.6. CONTROL CONNECTOR SIGNAL DESCRIPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS .................................................................31
6.6.1. Module Power (Pins 85, 87, 79, 91, 93, 95, 97, 99)............................................................................31
6.6.2. Ring Indicate........................................................................................................................................31
6.6.3. Using the Power Control Signal..........................................................................................................32
6.6.4. Level Translation Reference Power (Pin 77).......................................................................................37
6.6.5. USB (Pins 1, 3, 5, 7, 9) ........................................................................................................................37
6.6.6. LED A (Pin 8) & B (Pin 6), VRWLED (Pin 10)...................................................................................39
6.6.7. LED VRW (Pin 10) ..............................................................................................................................41
6.6.8. General Purpose Input/Output Interface.............................................................................................42
6.6.9. Power Control (Pin 35) .......................................................................................................................43
6.6.10. RTC Sleep ............................................................................................................................................43
6.6.11. Serial Interfaces & Handshake (Pins 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21, 23, 25)...................................................43
6.6.12. MCSI – Multi-Channel Serial Interface (Pins 12, 14, 16, 18) .............................................................44
6.6.13. I2C (Pins 48, 50) ..................................................................................................................................45
6.6.14. Serial Port Interface (SPI) (Pins 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30)......................................................................46
6.6.15. Keyboard (Pins 27, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42 ) .......................................................................47
6.6.16. VBACKUP Input (Pin 83).........................................................................................................................48
6.6.17. Using VBAK.........................................................................................................................................49
6.6.18. 32 kHz output (Pin 56).........................................................................................................................49
6.6.19. 13 MHz output (Pin 52).......................................................................................................................49
6.6.20. Analog-To-Digital Input (Pin 74)........................................................................................................50
6.6.21. Handset Microphone Input (Pins 65, 67).............................................................................................50
6.6.22. Handset Microphone Bias Output (Pin 63) .........................................................................................50
6.6.23. Handset Speaker Output (Pins 71, 73).................................................................................................51
6.6.24. Headset Microphone Input (Pin 55) ....................................................................................................52
6.6.25. Headset Microphone Bias Output (Pin 53)..........................................................................................52
6.6.26. Headset Speaker Output Left & Right (Pins 57, 59)............................................................................53
6.6.27. Headset Output Common Mode (Pin 61).............................................................................................53
6.6.28. Headset Detect (Pin 47).......................................................................................................................54
6.6.29. Audio Mixer input (Pins 49, 56) ..........................................................................................................55
6.7. SUBSCRIBER IDENTITY MODULE (SIM) CARRIER ........................................................................................56
6.7.1. SIM Integration for the Enfora Enabler III-G Module........................................................................56
6.7.2. Using a Remote SIM with the Enfora Enabler III-G Module (Pins 76, 78, 80, 82, 84).......................56
7. GSM/GPRS MODES OF OPERATION.........................................................................................................59
7.1. ENABLING THE TRANSMISSION MODES FOR THE GSM/GPRS SERVICES .....................................................59
7.2. VOICE COMMUNICATION..............................................................................................................................59
7.3. CIRCUIT-SWITCHED DATA ...........................................................................................................................59
7.4. SMS: SHORT MESSAGE SERVICES................................................................................................................60
8. SIM OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................61
8.1. PROVISIONING THE SIM ...............................................................................................................................61
8.2. GSM SERVICES SUPPORTED BY THE ENFORA ENABLER III-G MODULE ......................................................61
8.3. GPRS SERVICES SUPPORTED BY THE ENFORA ENABLER III-G MODULE.....................................................61
8.4. SELECTING THE GSM MODES OF OPERATION..............................................................................................62
9. SOFTWARE INTERFACE..............................................................................................................................63
9.1. SOFTWARE INTERFACE.................................................................................................................................63
9.2. FORMAT FOR THE AT COMMANDS ...............................................................................................................64
9.3. ENFORA AT COMMAND SET ........................................................................................................................65
9.4. ENFORA PACKET APPLICATION PROGRAMMING INTERFACE ........................................................................65
9.4.1. UDP-API Architecture.........................................................................................................................65
9.5. ENFORA MODEM CONTROL LIBRARY ARCHITECTURE .................................................................................67
9.5.1. Using Port Library ..............................................................................................................................68
9.5.2. Using Messaging Library ....................................................................................................................68
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9.5.3. Using Modem Library..........................................................................................................................70
10. SETUP AND INITIALIZATION.................................................................................................................70
10.1. GENERAL SETUP.......................................................................................................................................70
10.1.1. HyperTerminal Configuration for Enabler III-G module....................................................................70
10.1.2. Initialization (AT Command Interface)................................................................................................72
10.1.3. Initial Response to the AT Command...................................................................................................73
10.1.4. Sending an Initialization String to the Enfora Enabler III-G Module.................................................73
10.1.5. Setting Up the Communication Mode for the Enfora Enabler III-G Module.......................................74
10.1.6. Querying the Status of the Enfora Enabler III-G Module....................................................................75
10.1.7. Setting Module Reporting Parameters for GSM and GPRS ................................................................75
10.2. GSM/SMS EXAMPLES .............................................................................................................................75
10.2.1. Initialize the Enfora Enabler III-G Module to Send and Receive SMS Text Messages........................75
10.2.2. Managing SMS Messages....................................................................................................................75
10.2.3. Data Call Configuration......................................................................................................................75
10.2.4. Voice Call Configuration.....................................................................................................................75
10.3. GPRS PACKET EXAMPLES .......................................................................................................................75
10.3.1. GPRS ATTACH and ACTIVATE..........................................................................................................75
10.3.2. Windows PPP Setup.............................................................................................................................75
11. INTEGRATION AND TESTING................................................................................................................76
11.1. INTEGRATING THE ENFORA ENABLER III-G MODULE ..............................................................................76
12. APPENDIX A................................................................................................................................................79
LIMITED WARRANTY...........................................................................................................................................79
12.1. SCOPE.......................................................................................................................................................79
12.1.1. Hardware.............................................................................................................................................79
12.2. SOFTWARE................................................................................................................................................79
12.3. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS .........................................................................................................................80
13. APPENDIX B - REGULATIONS AND COMPLIANCE..........................................................................82
13.1. GCF/PTCRB APPROVAL (FORMERLY FTA)............................................................................................82
13.2. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (EMC) AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.............................................82
13.3. EMC/SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE USA ..........................................................................................82
13.4. HUMAN EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT.........................................................................................83
13.5. COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REGULATIONS...................................................................................................83
13.6. UNINTENTIONAL RADIATORS, PART 15....................................................................................................84
13.7. INTENTIONAL RADIATORS, PART 22 & 24................................................................................................84
13.8. INSTRUCTIONS TO THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER (OEM)..................................................85
13.8.1. OEM Responsibilities for All Products Containing the Enabler III-G module....................................87
13.8.2. Specific OEM Responsibilities for Portable Products and Applications.............................................88
13.8.3. Specific OEM Responsibilities for Mobile Products and Applications................................................88
13.8.4. Specific OEM Responsibilities for Fixed Products and Applications..................................................88
13.9. EMC/SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COUNTRIES OF THE EUROPEAN UNION (EU)..............................89
13.10. EMC/SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR OTHER COUNTRIES ...........................................................................89
14. APPENDIX C - GLOSSARY AND ACRONYMS......................................................................................90
15. APPENDIX D – TABLES AND FIGURES.................................................................................................92
16. APPENDIX E - CONTACTING ENFORA.................................................................................................93
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1. Safety Precautions
1.1. 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.
• Save this manual: it contains important safety information and operating instructions.
• Do not expose the Enfora Enabler III-G product to open flames.
• Ensure that liquids do not spill onto the devices.
• 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.
2. Regulatory Compliance FCC
2.1. Integration Considerations and Installation Requirements
The Enabler III-G 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 or PocketPC®, monitor
and control unit, etc. that must be considered to ensure continued compliance with FCC
compliance requirements.
• In order to use the Enabler III-G modem without additional FCC certification approvals, the
installation must meet the following conditions:
• Maximum RF output power and antenna gain to meet Maximum Permissible Exposure
Requirements: GSM850 mode: Power at antenna port is +32 dBm. The maximum gain
is 4.5 dBi(2.35 dBd). GSM1900 mode: Power at antenna port is 31.3 dBm. The
maximum gain is 2 dBi in order to meet the requirements of maximum 2 watts EIRP for
mobile transmitters.If RF power and/or antenna gain is desired, a separate FCC
certification is required.
• If used in a "portable" application such as a handheld or body worn device with the
antenna less than 20 cm (7.9 in.) from the human body when the device is operating,
then the integrator is responsible for passing additional "as installed" testing and the
device will require it’s own FCC ID:
• SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) testing, with results submitted to the FCC for
approval prior to selling the integrated unit. If unable to meet SAR requirements,
then the host unit must be restricted to "mobile" use (see below).
• Unintentional emissions, FCC Part 15; results do not have to be submitted to the
FCC unless requested, although the test provides substantiation for required labeling
(see below).
• ERP and EIRP measurements for FCC Parts 22 and 24, alternatively a full retest on
FCC Parts 22 and 24 can be performed
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• If used in a "mobile" application where the antenna is normally separated at least 20 cm
(7.9 in) from the human body during device operation, then an appropriate warning label
must be placed on the host unit adjacent to the antenna. The label should contain a
statement such as the following:
WARNING
RF exposure. Keep at least 20 cm
(7.9 in) separation distance from
the antenna and the human body.
• Host unit user manuals and other documentation must also include appropriate caution
and warning statements and information.
• If the FCCID for the modem is not visible when installed in the host platform, then a
permanently attached or marked label must be displayed on the host unit referring to the
enclosed modem.
For example, the label should contain wording such as:
Contains GSM/GPRS modem transmitter module
FCC ID: MIVGSM0308
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
OR
Contains FCC ID: MIVGSM0308
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
• Any antenna used with the modem must be approved by the FCC or as a Class II
Permissive Change (including MPEL or SAR data as applicable). The "professional
installation" provision of FCC Part 15.203 does not apply.
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• The transmitter and antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. Violation of this would allow a user to plug another
transmitter in to the product and potentially create an RF exposure condition.
WARNING
The transmitter and antenna must not be collocated
or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter. Failure to observe
this warning could produce an RF exposure
condition.
2.2. 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.
Enfora 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.
Enfora strongly recommends that all installations, hookups, transmissions, etc., be performed by
persons who are experienced in the fields of radio frequency technologies. Enfora 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
Enfora shall not be responsible for installations or transmissions that fall outside of the
parameters set forth in this publication.
Enfora 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.
The Enabler III-G 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.
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3. Manual Overview
This document describes the hardware interface of the Enabler III-G modem. The purpose of
this document is to define the electrical, mechanical and software interfaces while providing
detailed technical information in order to streamline the process of hardware and system
integration.
3.1. Revision History
Date Rev Author Description
01/17/07 1.00 Tom Cone Initial Release Draft
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3.2. Reference Documents
3.2.1. Enfora Enabler III-G Product Documentation
Overview
• GSM1000PB001MAN - Enfora Integrated GSM/GPRS Module
Manuals
• GSM0308PB001MAN - Enfora GSM/GPRS OEM Module AT Command Set Reference
• GSM0102PB002MAN - Enfora GSM-GPRS Family UDP-API Reference
• GSM0000PB006MAN - Enfora GSM-GPRS Family Modem Control Library Reference
Application Notes
• GSM0000AN001 - Enabler-G PPP Configuration for Windows 98
• GSM0000AN002 - Enabler-G PPP Configuration for Windows 2000
• GSM0000AN003 - Enabler-G Data Circuit Switched Call Configuration and Use
• GSM0000AN004 - Enabler-G SMS Configuration and Use
• GSM0000AN005 - Enabler-G Automated Network Connection Configuration and Use
• GSM0000AN006 - Enabler-G Module Status Query
• GSM0000AN007 - Enabler-G Status Reporting
• GSM0000AN008 - Enabler-G PPP Configuration for Windows XP
• GSM0000AN009 - Dynamic IP Assignment Support
• GSM0000AN010 - Enabler-G PPP Configuration for PocketPC 2002
• GSM0000AN011 - PAD Configuration and Use
• GSM0000AN012 - Network Transparency Configuration for PAD
• GSM0000AN013 - Enabler-G Sleep Mode Configuration and Use
• GSM0000AN014 - Anytime PPP API Access
• GSM0000AN015 - Event Monitor and Reporting Overview
• GSM0000AN016 - How to Send SMS Messages to an E-Mail Address
• GSM0000AN017 - SMTP Mail Access via TCP PAD
• GSM0000AN018 - USNO NTP Network Time Service TCP PAD
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