MTX MTX-GATEWAY User manual
USER GUIDE
HARDWARE
MTX-GATEWAY
SMART SOLUTIONS FOR A CHANGING WORLD
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Index
GENERAL NOTES ....................................................................................................................5
IMPORTANT INFORMATION...................................................................................................5
SERVICE AND SUPPORT ........................................................................................................ 5
REVISION INFORMATION .......................................................................................................6
DESCRIPTION..........................................................................................................................7
1. Product Label............................................................................................................................................7
WARRANTY..............................................................................................................................8
REFERENCES...........................................................................................................................9
TECHNICAL DATA ....................................................................................................................10
1. System Architecture and System Functionality.......................................................................................10
1.1 Block Diagram ..............................................................................................................................10
1.2 Technical Data Electronics ..........................................................................................................10
1.2.1 External Interfaces .........................................................................................................11
1.2.2 Internal Interfaces..........................................................................................................11
1.2.3 User’s Interfaces ............................................................................................................11
1.2.4 System Components ......................................................................................................11
1.3 Technical Data Mechanics, Design.............................................................................................11
ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................12
1. External Interfaces....................................................................................................................................12
1.1 Function Specication..................................................................................................................13
1.1.1 VGA ..................................................................................................................................13
1.1.2 USB OTG ..........................................................................................................................13
1.1.3 Ethernet...........................................................................................................................14
1.1.4 RS232/485/422............................................................................................................15
1.1.5 RS232_1.........................................................................................................................17
1.1.6 RS232_2.........................................................................................................................18
1.1.7 CAN..................................................................................................................................20
1.1.8 1-Wire ..............................................................................................................................21
1.1.9 Relays ..............................................................................................................................23
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1.1.10 Power Supply.................................................................................................................25
2. Internal Interfaces ....................................................................................................................................26
2.1 TQMa28 ........................................................................................................................................26
2.2 miniPCIe Card...............................................................................................................................27
2.3 WiFi ...............................................................................................................................................28
2.4 RF Card .........................................................................................................................................28
2.4.1 Wavecard.........................................................................................................................30
2.4.2 MOD-RF...........................................................................................................................31
2.5 Extension Header.........................................................................................................................31
3. User Interfaces..........................................................................................................................................32
3.1 Status LED ....................................................................................................................................32
3.2 DIP Switches.................................................................................................................................33
4. System Components.................................................................................................................................34
4.1 Temperature Sensor ....................................................................................................................34
4.2 EEPROM........................................................................................................................................34
4.3 RTC................................................................................................................................................34
MECHANIC SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................35
1. Construction..............................................................................................................................................35
1.1 PCB Outlines MTX-Gateway .........................................................................................................35
1.2 MTX-Gateway PCB Top View.........................................................................................................35
1.3 MTX-Gateway Enclosure Drawings..............................................................................................36
1.4 MTX-Gateway-LC Enclosure Drawings.........................................................................................39
2. General Precautions.................................................................................................................................41
2.1 Protection Against External Effects.............................................................................................41
2.2 Thermal Management .................................................................................................................41
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS AND PROTECTION REGULATIONS............................................ 42
1. Safety Instructions....................................................................................................................................42
2. General Precautions.................................................................................................................................43
3. SIM Card Precautions...............................................................................................................................44
4. Antenna Precautions ................................................................................................................................45
5. Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure and SAR ...............................................................................................46
6. Personal Medical Devices........................................................................................................................47
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CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT................................................................................................. 48
1. PTCRB Approval ........................................................................................................................................49
2. FCC Compliant .........................................................................................................................................49
2.1 SAR information ...........................................................................................................................49
3. AT&T Certication .....................................................................................................................................51
DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD (SPANISH)................................................................... 52
1. Estándares de homologación europea ...................................................................................................52
2. Aprobación PTCRB ....................................................................................................................................53
3. Conformidad FCC......................................................................................................................................54
3.1 Tasa de absorción especíca (SAR) ............................................................................................54
4. Certicación AT&T.....................................................................................................................................56
REGULATORY AND TYPE APPROVAL INFORMATION......................................................... 57
1. Directives and Standards.........................................................................................................................57
2. SAR Requirements Specic to Portable Mobiles....................................................................................60
3. SELV Requirements ..................................................................................................................................61
ROHS STATEMENT .................................................................................................................. 62
DISPOSAL OF OLD ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION........... 63
MTBF.........................................................................................................................................64
SALES CONTACT......................................................................................................................65
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GENERAL NOTES
Product is deemed accepted by recipient and is provided without interface to recipient’s products. The
documentation and/or product are provided for testing, evaluation, integration and information purposes.
The documentation and/or product are provided on an “as is” basis only and may contain deciencies or
inadequacies. The documentation and/or product are provided without warranty of any kind, express or
implied. To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Matrix Electronica S.L.U. further disclaims all
warranties; including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability, completeness, tness
for a particular purpose and non-infringement of third-party rights. The entire risk arising out of the use or
performance of the product and documentation remains with recipient. This product is not intended for
use in life support appliances, devices or systems where a malfunction of the product can reasonably be
expected to result in personal injury. Applications incorporating the described product must be designed
to be in accordance with the technical specications provided in these guidelines. Failure to comply with
any of the required procedures can result in malfunctions or serious discrepancies in results.
Furthermore, all safety instructions regarding the use of mobile technical systems, including GSM
products, which also apply to cellular phones, must be followed. Matrix Electronica S.L.U. or its suppliers
shall, regardless of any legal theory upon which the claim is based, not be liable for any consequential,
incidental, direct, indirect, punitive or other damages whatever (including, without limitation, damages
for loss of business prots, business interruption, loss of business information or data, or other pecuniary
loss) arising out the use of or inability to use the documentation and/or product, even if Matrix Electronica
S.L.U. has been advised of the possibility of such damages. The foregoing limitations of liability shall not
apply in case of mandatory liability, e.g. under the Spanish Product Liability Act, in case of intent, gross
negligence, injury of life, body or health, or breach of a condition which goes to the root of the contract.
However, claims for damages arising from a breach of a condition, which goes to the root of the contract,
shall be limited to the foreseeable damage, which is intrinsic to the contract, unless caused by intent or
gross negligence or based on liability for injury of life, body or health. The above provision does not imply
a change on the burden of proof to the detriment of the recipient. Subject to change without notice at
any time. The interpretation of this general note shall be governed and construed according to Spanish
law without reference to any other substantive law.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This technical description contains important information for the start up and use of the MTX-Gateway
modems. Read it carefully before you start working with the MTX-Gateway modems. The warranty will be
void should damage occur due to non-compliance with these instructions for use. We cannot accept any
responsibility for consequential loss.
SERVICE AND SUPPORT
To contact customer support please contact your local distributor/sales agent or use the details below:
Address: Alejandro Sánchez 109, 28019 Madrid (Spain)
Website: mtxm2m.com
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REVISION INFORMATION
REVISION DATE AUTHOR CHANGES
1.0 2013/07 RR First draft
1.1 2013/11 RR General update
1.2 2014/05 RR HW V1.02 update
1.3 2014/10 AEM/TP Language style revision
1.4 2014/11 AEM Added mechanical drawings
1.5 2014/12 AEM Minor revision
1.6 2015/05 AEM Minor revision
1.7 2015/08 AEM Conformity assessment added
1.8 2015/12 AEM Minor revision
1.95 2017/06 JS Conformity assessment changes
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DESCRIPTION
The MTX-Gateway is designed to be driven by the TQMa28 module and offers PC core functionalities and
standard interfaces. This user guide provides information about the components, features, connectors
and signals available on the MTX-Gateway.
1. Product Label
The label xed to the bottom of a MTX devicel comprises the following information:
1. MTX logo
2. Product name (model)
3. Part number/ordering code
4. Hardware and rmware versions
5. Year/week of fabrication
6. IMEI number
7. MAC address
8. Data matrix code (IMEI)
9. Data matrix code (MAC)
10. RoHS symbol
11. CE logo
12. Pb-free symbol
13. WEEE symbol
14. PTCRB certication logo
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WARRANTY
The information contained within this user guide, including but not limited to any product specication, is
subject to change without notice. Matrix Electronica provides no warranty with regard to this user guide
or any other information contained herein, and hereby expressly disclaims any implied warranties of
merchantability or tness for any particular purpose with regard to any of the foregoing. Matrix Electronica
assumes no liability for any damages incurred directly or indirectly from any technical or typographical
errors or omissions contained herein or for discrepancies between the product and the user guide. In no
event shall Matrix Electronica be liable for any incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages,
whether based on tort, contract or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this user guide or any
other information contained herein or the use thereof.
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REFERENCES
• STK-MBa28 User Manual
• TQMa28 User Manual
• iMX28 Freescale Reference Manual
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TECHNICAL DATA
1. System Architecture and System Functionality
1.1 Block Diagram
TQMa28
CAN 1-wire
VGAUSB Ethernet RS232/
485/422
RS232 1 RS232 2
RS232/485/422
Ethernet transceiverRS232
transceiver
LCD
USB OTG
ETH
UART_0
UART_3
UART_1
CAN_0
I2C_1
GPIO_3
GPIO_4
SD
USB Host
I2C_1
UART_4
CAN
transceiver
RS232
transceiver
ADV7125
1-wire
DS2482-100
Relay Relay
WiFi mini
PCIe
I2C_1
GPS RF
Illustration 1: MTX-Gateway block diagram
1.2 Technical Data Electronics
The interfaces and system components listed in the following are implemented on the MTX-Gateway. Due
to the fact that the board can be installed in a casing, the interfaces are divided into external and internal
interfaces.
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1.2.1 External Interfaces
• 1x VGA
• 1x USB OTG 2.0
• 1x Ethernet
• 1x RS232/485/422
• 2x RS232
• 1x CAN
• 1x 1-Wire
• Up to 2 x Relay
• 1x Power Supply
1.2.2 Internal Interfaces
• 1x TQMa28
• 1x miniPCIe Card
• 1x WiFi b/g/n
• 1x RF Card
• 1x Header for specic extension
1.2.3 User’s Interfaces
• 6x Status LEDs
• 2x DIP switch
1.2.4 System Components
• Temperature sensor
• EEprom
1.3 Technical Data Mechanics, Design
Dimensions: PCB (WxDxH) 111x118x25 mm
Weight: < 500g
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ELECTRONIC SPECIFICATIONS
1. External Interfaces
Illustration 2: MTX-Gateway PCB top view
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1.1 Function Specication
1.1.1 VGA
The LCD interface of the TQMa28 drives the Analog Devices ADV7125 to offer a VGA output on the MTX-
Gateway.
TQMa28 ADV7125
(U10)
DB15
(J4)
DB15
(J5)
Type of media: VGA
Interface on module: RGB, 18bit
Signal Characteristic: Compatible with RS-343A and RS-170
1.1.2 USB OTG
The USB OTG interface of the TQMa28 (USB0) is offered as a Mini USB B-Type, Micro USB AB-type or USB
A-type (mounting option).
TQMa28 TPS2042
(Ub3)
Mini USB
Micro USB
USB
Type of media: USB OTG 2.0 Hi-Speed, 5V bus voltage (limited to 500mA)
Interface on module: USB OTG
Signal characteristic: Compatible with the Universal Serial Bus Specication REV. 2.0
ESD protection: ±15kV human body model
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MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION
OUPIIN: 8968-A04C00SWA Top entry USB A (Default)
OUPIIN: 8969-B05C00SBA Top entry Mini USB B
MOLEX: 47590-0001 Right angle Micro USB AB
OUPIIN: 8968-A04C00RWA Right angle USB A
1.1.3 Ethernet
The MTX-Gateway directly drives the Ethernet 1 interface. The SMSC LAN8720Ai is used as a PHY.
TQMa28
RJ45
(Ue3/Ue2)
LED (DL3)
LED (DL2)
LAN8720Ai
(Ue1)
Type of media: 10/100 Mbit
Signal characteristic: Compatible with the IEEE-802.3 standard
Status LEDs: 2
Modes: MDI, Auto-MDIX
Interface on module: RMII/ENET0
MANUFACTURER DESCRIPTION
Oupiin: 8949-H4D88/06BNA Top entry RJ45 jack (Default)
Molex: 85502-5008 Right angle RJ45 jack
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1.1.4 RS232/485/422
The AUART0 of the TQMa28 drives the RS232/485/422 interface on the MTX-Gateway. The Maxim
MAX3160 is used as a transceiver.
TQMa28
DB15
(J6/J16)
MAX3160
(Uu3) Pluggable
terminal
(J11)
In addition, two signals are used in order to congure the Maxim transceiver in one of its operational
modes:
SIGNAL DESCRIPTION
SW1_1 RS485/RS232#
SW1_2 Half_Duplex/Full_Duplex#
Transfer rate: Up to 10Mbit/s (full-duplex)
Interface on module: AUART0
Handshake: RTS# used for clearing the transmission direction
ESD protection: ±15kV human body model
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The following tables show the conguration of the DB15 of the RS232/485/422 interface (DTE interface).
DB15 Connector pinout:
PIN SIGNAL TYPE REMARK
2 RXD0 I Receive Data
3 TXD0 O Transmit Data
7 RTS0 O Request to Send
8 CTS0 I Clear To Send
14 GND P Ground
Pluggable terminal pinout (J11):
PIN SIGNAL TYPE REMARK
1 TXD0 O Transmit Data
2 RXD0 I Receive Data
3 RTS0 O Request to Send
4 CTS0 I Clear To Send
5 GND P Ground
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1.1.5 RS232_1
The AUART3 interface of the TQMA28 drives the RS232 interface of the MTX-Gateway by default. The
Maxim MAX3221EEAE is used as a driver.
TQMa28
DB15
(J6/J16)
MAX3221
(Uu1) Pluggable
terminal
(J12)
Transfer rate: Up to 250Kbit/s
Interface on module: AUART3
Handshake: None
ESD protection: ±15kV human body model
The following tables show the conguration of the DB15 and Pluggable Terminals of the RS232_1
interface.
DB15 Connector pinout (J6/J16):
PIN SIGNAL TYPE REMARK
4 TXD1 O Transmit Data
9 RXD1 I Receive Data
14 GND P Ground
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Pluggable terminal pinout (J12):
PIN SIGNAL TYPE REMARK
1 TXD1 O Transmit Data
2 RXD1 I Receive Data
3 GND P Ground
1.1.6 RS232_2
The AUART1 interface of the TQMA28 drives the RS232 interface of the MTX-Gateway by default. The
Maxim MAX3221EEAE is used as a driver.
TQMa28
DB15
(J6/J16)
MAX3221
(Uu2) Pluggable
terminal
(J13)
Transfer rate: Up to 250Kbit/s
Interface on module: AUART1
Handshake: None
ESD protection: ±15kV human body model
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The following tables show the conguration of the DB15 and Pluggable Terminals of the RS232_2
interface.
DB15 Connector pinout (J6/J16):
PIN SIGNAL TYPE REMARK
4 TXD2 O Transmit Data
9 RXD2 I Receive Data
14 GND P Ground
Pluggable terminal pinout (J13):
PIN SIGNAL TYPE REMARK
1 TXD2 O Transmit Data
2 RXD2 I Receive Data
3 GND P Ground
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1.1.7 CAN
The CAN 0 port of the TQMA28 directly drives the interface on the MTX-Gateway. The NXP TJA1051T/3 is
used as a CAN transceiver.
TQMa28
DB15
(J6/J16)
MAX3221
(U3) Pluggable
terminal
(J12)
Transfer rate: Up to 1Mbit/s
Interface on module: CAN_0
Signal characteristic: Compatible with the ISO-11898 standard (CAN 2.0B)
ESD protection: ±8kV human body model
The following tables show the conguration of the DB15 and Pluggable Terminals of the CAN interface.
DB15 Connector pinout (J6/J16):
PIN SIGNAL TYPE REMARK
1 CANH I/O CAN High-Level I/O
6 CANL I/O CAN Low-Level I/O
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