Multitech Dragonfly MTQ-LSP3-B03 Application guide

DragonflyTM
MTQ-LSP3-B03 Device Guide

DRAGONFLY DEVICE GUIDE
2 DragonflyTM MTQ-LSP3-B03 Device Guide
Dragonfly Device Guide
Models: MTQ-LSP3-B03
Part Number: S000722, Version 1.0
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CONTENTS
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Contents
Chapter 1 – Product Overview ................................................................................................................................. 6
Overview ....................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Documentation ............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Product Build Options ................................................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 2 – MTQ-LSP3 Mechanical Drawing ........................................................................................................... 7
Chapter 3 – Hardware and Specifications................................................................................................................. 8
Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
40-Pin Connector Definitions........................................................................................................................................ 9
MTQ-xx-B03 ................................................................................................................................................................ 9
40-Pin Connector ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
Processor Pin Information .......................................................................................................................................... 11
Serial Flash Embedded Memory ............................................................................................................................... 14
Electrical Characteristics ............................................................................................................................................. 14
Operating Conditions ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Absolute Maximum Rating........................................................................................................................................ 14
DC Electrical Characteristics...................................................................................................................................... 14
Input/Output Current Ratings................................................................................................................................... 15
MTQ-LSP3-B03 Power Draw ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Chapter 4 – Antennas ............................................................................................................................................ 16
External Antenna Option ............................................................................................................................................ 16
Antenna....................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Antenna Specifications ............................................................................................................................................. 16
SMA to U.FL Cables ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
Connecting an Antenna through the Developer Board Connectors........................................................................... 17
Antenna Diversity........................................................................................................................................................ 17
Placing External Antennas ........................................................................................................................................ 18
Placing GPS Antennas .............................................................................................................................................. 18
Selecting Antennas ................................................................................................................................................... 18
Antenna Approvals and Safety Considerations ........................................................................................................ 18
Diversity and Power Draw ....................................................................................................................................... 18
OEM Integration ......................................................................................................................................................... 18
FCC & IC Information to Consumers ......................................................................................................................... 18
FCC Grant Notes........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Host Labeling............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Chapter 5 – Safety Information .............................................................................................................................. 20
Handling Precautions .................................................................................................................................................. 20
Radio Frequency (RF) Safety ....................................................................................................................................... 20

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Sécurité relative aux appareils à radiofréquence (RF).............................................................................................. 20
General Safety............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Interference with Pacemakers and Other Medical Devices ...................................................................................... 21
Potential interference............................................................................................................................................... 21
Precautions for pacemaker wearers ........................................................................................................................ 21
Vehicle Safety.............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Device Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................... 22
User Responsibility...................................................................................................................................................... 22
Chapter 6 – Getting Started .................................................................................................................................. 23
Installing a SIM Card on a DragonFly ......................................................................................................................... 23
USB Cable Recommendations..................................................................................................................................... 23
Communications Flow................................................................................................................................................. 24
Processor Model (B03).............................................................................................................................................. 24
Communicating with the Device................................................................................................................................. 24
Device Drivers ........................................................................................................................................................... 24
Powering Down Your Device ...................................................................................................................................... 25
Device Reset (NRESET Pin 35) ..................................................................................................................................... 25
Resetting the Processor ............................................................................................................................................ 25
Sleep Mode ................................................................................................................................................................. 25
Developing with an MTQ in Mbed.............................................................................................................................. 26
MbedTM Documentation.............................................................................................................................................. 26
Programming the MTQ Microcontroller ................................................................................................................... 26
Mbed Links................................................................................................................................................................ 26
MTQ-LSP3-B03 Platform Page .................................................................................................................................. 26
STMicroelectronics STM32F413RH ............................................................................................................................. 27
Chapter 7 – Labels.................................................................................................................................................. 28
Approvals and Certifications....................................................................................................................................... 28
Example Labels............................................................................................................................................................ 28
Chapter 8 – Regulatory Information....................................................................................................................... 29
47 CFR Part 15 Regulation Class B Devices ................................................................................................................. 29
FCC Interference Notice............................................................................................................................................ 29
FCC Grant Information ................................................................................................................................................ 30
FCC Part 15................................................................................................................................................................ 30
Maximum Antenna Gain........................................................................................................................................... 31
Chapter 9 – Environmental Notices........................................................................................................................ 33
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Statement .............................................................................................. 33
WEEE Directive.......................................................................................................................................................... 33
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by Users in the European Union ........................................................................ 33
REACH Statement ....................................................................................................................................................... 33
Registration of Substances........................................................................................................................................ 33
Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) ............................................................................................ 34

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Index...................................................................................................................................................................... 35

PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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Chapter 1 – Product Overview
Overview
The DragonflyTM (MTQ) cellular system-on-module (SoM) is a ready-to-integrate processing and communications
device that offers developers the functionality of a SoM with the convenience of an onboard cellular radio all in
one compact design. Models with the integrated ARM®Cortex®-M4 processor allow developers to host their
application and have access to a full suite of interfaces for connecting sensors or other remote assets. Dragonfly
features an ARM mbedTM compatible software library for faster development. All Dragonfly software is Open
Source.
Documentation
The following documentation is available at
http://www.multitech.comhttps://www.multitech.com/brands/multiconnect-dragonfly.
Document Description Part Number
Device Guide This document. Provides model specifications and developer
information.
S000722
Universal Developer Kit 2.0
Developer Guide
Provides information on using the developer board with the
MTQ.
S000610
USB Driver Installation Guide Provides steps for installing USB drivers on Linux and
Windows Systems.
S000616
Telit LE920x4/LE910Cx Series
AT Commands Reference
Guide
For LSP3 devices, lists AT Commands and parameters used to
communicate with your device.
80490ST10778A
Note: Additional documentation is available on the mbed site and at www.multitech.net. See Developing with
an MTQ in Mbed for details.
Product Build Options
Product Description Region
MTQ-LSP3-B03 LTE Cat 1 SoM with GNSS North America
Developer Kit
MTUDK2-ST-CELL Developer Kit for Dragonfly devices. Global
Note:
These units ship without network activation. To connect them to the cellular network, you need SIM cards
from your service provider.
The complete product code may end in .Rx. For example, MTQ-LSP3-B03.Rx, where R is revision and x is the
revision number.
All builds can be ordered individually or in 50-packs.

MTQ-LSP3 MECHANICAL DRAWING
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Chapter 2 – MTQ-LSP3 Mechanical Drawing

HARDWARE AND SPECIFICATIONS
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Chapter 3 – Hardware and Specifications
Specifications
Category Description
General
Standards LTE FDD Cat 1, 3GPP release 9 compliant
USB Interface is CDC-ACM compliant
Frequency Bands 4G: B2, B4, B5/B26, B12, B25, B26
LED One, link status
Speed
Data Speed LTE: 10 Mbps downlink/ 5 Mbps uplink
Interface
USB Interface USB 2.0 high speed
UART Full UART to processor, then RX, TX, RTS, CTS only between the processor and radio
Serial Modem
Interface
Up to 921.6 Kbps
Storage
Serial Flash SPI bus compatible serial 16Mb flash memory
Physical Description
Weight 0.6 oz (17g)
Dimensions Refer to Mechanical Drawings for details.
Connectors
Antenna 3 surface mount U.FL: cellular, auxiliary, GPS
SIM Holder 1.8 V and 3 V Micro (3FF)
Pin header 40-pin female for USB or UART
Environment
Operating
Temperature3
-40° C to +85° C
Storage
Temperature
-40° C to +85° C
Humidity 20%-90% RH, non-condensing

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Category Description
Certifications and Compliance
EMC and Radio
Compliance
FCC Part 15 Class B
FCC Part 22H
FCC Part 24E
FCC Part 27
FCC Part 90
Safety Compliance UL/cUL 60950-1 2nd Edition
Carrier Sprint
Note:
Mbed has limited USB support for the processor. Software controls routing to processor or directly
to radio.
The battery management circuit is designed for single cell Li-Ion/Li-Poly technology. Acceptability of
the battery charge circuit for charging specific batteries/cells is to be determined in the end product.
Acceptability of the battery charge circuit for charging specific batteries/cells is to be determined in
the end product.
Radio performance may be affected by temperature extremes. This is normal.
Device has been tested up to +85° C. UL Recognized @ 85° C.
40-Pin Connector Definitions
MTQ-xx-B03
Pin Signal Name Logic Level Voltage1In/Out Description
1 DBX_TX 3V O ST Micro UART debug Tx output
2 SWCLK 3V I See ST Microcontroller Guide
3 CHARGE_MON 0 - VCC-IN O Open-drain charging status
indication output
4 PWR_GOOD 0 - VCC-IN O Open-drain power good status
indication output

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Pin Signal Name Logic Level Voltage1In/Out Description
5 GND GND GND Ground
6 USB-DATA+ 0 - 3V2
7 USB-DATA-
8 VCC-IN 4.35 - 5.25 Power Input Main Power
9 IO_00 I = 0 - 7V, O = 0 - 3V I/O General Purpose I/O from ST
Microcontroller (STM32F413RH)
10 IO_01
11 IO_02
12 IO_03
13 GND GND GND Ground
14 IO_04 I = 0 - 7V, O = 0 - 3V I/O General Purpose I/O from ST
Microcontroller (STM32F413RH)
15 IO_05
16 IO_06
17 IO_07
18 IO_08
19 IO_09
20 IO_10
21 IO_11
22 IO_12
23 IO_13
24 IO_14
25 IO_15
26 IO_16
27 IO_17
28 GND GND GND Ground
29 IO_18 I = 0 - 7V, O = 0 - 3V I/O General Purpose I/O from ST
Microcontroller (STM32F413RH)
30 IO_19
31 IO_20
32 IO_21
33 VCC-IN 4.35 - 5.25 Power Input Main Power
34 LINK_STATUS 3V O Radio link status LED
35 RESET 0 - 3V I NRST pin of ST micro
36 GND GND GND Ground
37 GND

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Pin Signal Name Logic Level Voltage1In/Out Description
38 SWO 3V O See ST Microcontroller Guide
39 SWDIO 3V I
40 DBG_RX 3V I ST Micro UART debug Tx input
1A hyphen (-) indicates a range of acceptable logic levels.
2USB D+D-: 5V tolerant inputs / 3V drive-level output
40-Pin Connector
Manufacturer: Hirose Electric Co LTD
Description: .5MM 40 PN B>B RECEPTACLE
Model Number: DF17(4.0)-40DP-0.5V(57)
Use with:
Manufacturer: Hirose Electric Co LTD
Description: .5mm 40 pin B.B header MALE
Model Number: DF17(2.0)-40DP-0.5V(57)
Processor Pin Information
Note: Diagram from the STM32F413RH datasheet.
The following table lists the processor pins and how the MTQ uses them.

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Net Name Number Pin Name Details
VDD3_3 1 VBAT Power
3G_ONOFF 2 PC13 Enable line to the Radio
32K_XTAL_ 3 PC14 RTC Clock
32K_XTAL 4 PC15 RTC Clock
26MHZ_CLK_IN 5 PH0-OSC_IN Main Clock
26MHZ_CLK_DRIVE 6 PH1-OSC_OUT Main Clock
N_RESET 7 NRST External Reset in
IO_10 8 PC0 GPIO/Analog capable pin
IO_11 9 PC1 GPIO/Analog capable pin
IO_8 10 PC2 GPIO
RADIO_PWR 11 PC3 Voltage enable for Telit
GND 12 VSSA Power
VDD3_3 13 VDDA Power
IO_18/RTS 14 PA0 GPIO/Analog capable pin/USART2_CTS
IO_03/CTS 15 PA1 GPIO/Analog capable pin/USART2_RTS
IO_00/RXD 16 PA2 GPIO/USART2_TX
IO_21/TXD 17 PA3 GPIO/USART2_RX
GND 18 VSS_4 Power
VDD3_3 19 VDD_4 Power
SPI-SS1 20 PA4 Connects to serial flash pin 1
IO_05/SCK 21 PA5 SPI1 Clock/GPIO
IO_16/MISO/SDIO_CM
D
22 PA6 SPI1 MSIO/SDIO_CMD /GPIO
IO_01/DCD 23 PA7 GPIO
IO_12 24 PC4 GPIO/Analog capable pin
VDD1_8_MON 25 PC5 Power
IO_9 26 PB0 GPIO/Analog capable pin
IO_02/RI 27 PB1 GPIO
BOOT1/BC_NCE 28 PB2 Battery charge enabled. Pulled down by default.
RADIO_RTS 29 PB10 Serial comm with the radio
VCAP 30 PB11/VCAP_1 Power
N16612690 31 VCAP_1/VSS Power
VDD3_3 32 VDD_1 Power

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Net Name Number Pin Name Details
RADIO_CTS 33 PB12 Serial comm with the radio
IO_13 34 PB13 GPIO
SPI-SS2 35 PB14 GPIO for use with external SPI
IO_7 36 PB15 GPIO/SDIO_CK
RADIO_TXD 37 PC6 Serial comm with the radio
RADIO_RXD 38 PC7 Serial comm with the radio
IO_17/SS2/SDIO_D0 39 PC8 GPIO/SDIO_D0
IO_14/SDIO_D1 40 PC9 GPIO/SDIO_D1
IO_20/DTR 41 PA8 GPIO
IO_19/DSR 42 PA9 GPIO/SDIO_D2
USB_DIR/VBUS 43 A10 USB Switch control, 0=Telit, 1=STM32F413
FS_DM 44 PA11 USB
FS_DP 45 PA12 USB
J_TMS /SWDIO 46 PA13 JTAG
47 VCAP_2/VSS Power
VDD3_3 48 VDD_2 Power
J_TCK/SWCLK 49 PA14 JTAG
J_TDI/C_MON 50 PA15 JTAG
SPI-SCK 51 PC10 Connects to serial flash pin 6. Connects to Telit
radio pin F15.
SPI-MISO 52 PC11 Connects to serial flash pin 2. Connects to Telit
radio pin D15.
SPI-MOSI 53 PC12 Connects to serial flash pin 5. Connects to Telit
radio pin E15.
SPI-SRDY 54 PD2 Connects to Telit radio pin J15.
J_TDO/SWO 55 PB3 JTAG
J_RST/P_GOOD 56 PB4 JTAG
IO_4/MOSI/SDIO_D3 57 PB5 GPIO/SPI1_MOSI/SDIO_D3
DBG_TX 58 PB6 JTAG
DBG_RX 59 PB7 JTAG
BOOT 60 BOOT0 Reserved.
IO_6/SCL/SS1 61 B8 GPIO/I2C1_SCL
IO_15/SDA/SRDY 62 PB9 GPIO/I2C1_SDA
GND 63 VSS_3 Power

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Net Name Number Pin Name Details
VDD3_3 64 VDD_3 Power
Serial Flash Embedded Memory
This product uses the GigaDevice GD25Q16C serial flash memory device.
For information on features, refer to the serial flash datasheet: https://www.gigadevice.com/flash-
memory/gd25q16c
For information on processor connections to serial flash, refer to the table in Processor Pin Information.
Electrical Characteristics
Operating Conditions
Parameter Minimum Volts Maximum Volts
Supply Range - Vcc 4.35 5
Absolute Maximum Rating
Parameter Minimum Volts Maximum Volts
Voltage at any signal pin -0.3 5.5
DC Electrical Characteristics
Parameter Conditions Minimum Volts Maximum Volts
Digital signal input low level CMOS port
IIO=+8 mA
-0.3 0.9
Digital signal input high level CMOS port
IIO=+8 mA
2.1 5.5
Output low level voltage for an I/O pin CMOS port
IIO=+8 mA
- 0.4
Output high level voltage for an I/O pin VDD-0.4 -
Output low level voltage for an I/O pin TTL port
IIO=+8 mA
- 0.4
Output high level voltage for an I/O pin 2.4 -
Output low level voltage for an I/O pin IIO=+20 mA - 1.3(1)
Output high level voltage for an I/O pin VDD-1.3(1) -
Output low level voltage for an I/O pin IIO=+6 mA - 0.4(1)
Output high level voltage for an I/O pin VDD-0.4(1) -
Output low level voltage for an I/O pin IIO=+4 mA - 0.4(2)
Output high level voltage for an I/O pin VDD-0.4(2) -

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Parameter Conditions Minimum Volts Maximum Volts
RESET (low active) input low CMOS port
IIO=+8 mA
- 0.99
RESET (low active) input high CMOS port
IIO=+8 mA
2.31 -
(1) Guaranteed by characterization results, not tested in production.
(2) Guaranteed by design, not tested in production.
Note:
See the ST Microcontroller data sheet (STM32F413RH) and the Pin Connector Definitions table in Chapter 3
of this guide.
Use VDD = 3.0V when referencing the STM32F413RH data sheet.
Input/Output Current Ratings
Output current draw PWR_GOOD, CHG_MON 5 mA
Output current draw all other output pins 25 mA
MTQ-LSP3-B03 Power Draw
Note: Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. recommends that you incorporate a 10% buffer into your power source when
determining product load.
Radio
Protocol
Radio
On/Off
Mode
Current (If
Applicable)
or Sleep
Mode
PSM (Power
Saving
Mode)
Live
Connection
Idle (No
Data)
(AVG)
Measured
Current at
Max Power1
TX Pulse2
(AVG)
Amplitude
Current for
Peak
Current for
HSDPA/LTE
Total Inrush
Charge3
Measured in
Millicoulom
bs
Total Inrush
Charge
Duration
during
Powerup
(INRUSH
Duration)
5 Volts, Test developer card
LTE Only
Band 4
1732.5 Mhz
8 mA NA 55 mA 658 mA 788 mA 2.04 mC 1.05 mS
5 Volts, USB Only
LTE Only
Band 4
1732.5 Mhz
8 mA NA 56 mA 697 mA 900 mA 2.1 mC 2.68 mS
1Maximum Power: The continuous current during maximum data rate with the radio transmitter at
maximum power.
2Tx Pulse: The average peak current during an LTE connection.
3Inrush Charge: The total inrush charge at power on.

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Chapter 4 – Antennas
External Antenna Option
Antenna
Devices were approved with the following antenna or for alternate antennas meeting the given specifications:
Manufacturer: Wieson
Description: LTE Antenna with SMA-Male Connector
Model Number GY115IE002-001
MultiTech ordering information:
Model Quantity
ANLTE4-1HRA 1
ANLTE4-2HRA 2
ANLTE4-10HRA 10
ANLTE4-50HRA 50
Antenna Specifications
Category Description
Frequency Range 0.698 - 0.96 GHz
1.710 - 2.170 GHz
2.30 - 2.69 GHz
VSWR 3:1 maximum
Gain 2.06 dBi
Impedance 50Ωnominal
Radiation Omni-directional
Polarization Linear, vertical

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SMA to U.FL Cables
The developer kit includes three 4.5" SMA to U.FL cables which are preinstalled on the developer board. Consult
the mechanical drawings for your device to determine which antenna to connect to which U.FL connector on the
device.
Connecting an Antenna through the Developer Board Connectors
To connect an antenna to the device through the developer board:
1. Determine which SMA connector you want to use for the antenna.
2. Finger tighten the antenna to the SMA connector.
3. Attach the U.FL connector from the cable to the connector on the device.
G = GPS (may not apply to your device)
M = Main
D = Diversity
Antenna Diversity
Antenna diversity uses two receive antennas to improve the downlink connection (cell tower to mobile). It has no
effect on the uplink (mobile to cell tower).
Antenna diversity is useful in environments where the signal arrives at the device after bouncing off or around
buildings or other objects. The bounced signal may be attenuated by going through semi-transparent (to the
signal) objects. Each signal alteration can change its magnitude, phase, orientation, or polarization. This complex
environment can exist in cities, inside buildings or in traffic. In this environment, signal paths from the cell tower
form an interference pattern of peaks and nulls. These peaks and nulls can be very close together.

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Antenna diversity provides an advantage in complex environments because if one receive antenna has a poor
signal due to an interference null pattern, the other antenna is likely not in the null and has better reception. The
radio compares the reception from both receive antennas and uses the one with the strongest signal.
Antenna diversity is unnecessary when the device has an unobstructed signal path from the cell tower, such as in a
flat area away from buildings. In good reception environments, the product application might prohibit using two
receive antennas.
Placing External Antennas
Antennas are usually a quarter wavelength apart from each other. With multiband radios where the quarter
wavelengths in each band are diverse from each other, this rule may not be practical. Choose spacing based on the
band used most often or the band with connection difficulty. Some environments are harsher on particular bands.
Multi-Tech products have antenna connectors at the best spacing for the product size.
Placing antennas in close proximity to each other is not optimal, but you can do it if necessary. It depends on the
signal strength to and from each antenna.
Placing GPS Antennas
GPS antennas need access to the sky. Position the GPS antenna so the diversity antennas do not block its access to
the sky.
Selecting Antennas
Select an antenna based on your product and application. Typically, both antennas are the same because either
can be the main receive antenna. However, if the antenna connectors are too close together, use a similar antenna
on a short cable for the second receive only antenna.
Antenna Approvals and Safety Considerations
Note the following:
PTCRB and the carriers conduct antenna diversity tests.
There are no EMC concerns about antenna diversity.
All antennas need to have a minimum flammability rating.
Safety requirements depend on your final product.
Antennas are not approved for outdoor use. Do not extend antennas outside of any building.
Diversity and Power Draw
There are no significant power draw differences.
Important: You must deploy with two antennas, unless your carrier has authorized you to deploy with one
antenna.
OEM Integration
FCC & IC Information to Consumers
The user manual for the consumer must contain the statements required by the following FCC and IC regulations:
47 C.F.R. 15.19(a)(3), 15.21, 15.105 and RSS-Gen Issue 3, Dec 2010; 7.1.2 and 7.1.3

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FCC Grant Notes
The OEM should follow all the grant notes listed below. Otherwise, further testing and device approvals may be
necessary.
FCC Definitions
Portable: (§2.1093) — A portable device is defined as a transmitting device designed to be used so that the
radiating structure(s) of the device is/are within 20 centimeters of the body of the user.
Mobile: (§2.1091) — A mobile device is defined as a transmitting device designed to be used in other than fixed
locations and to generally be used in such a way that a separation distance of at least 20 centimeters is normally
maintained between the transmitter’s radiating structure(s) and the body of the user or nearby persons.
Actual content pending Grant:This device is a mobile device with respect to RF exposure compliance. The
antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all
persons, and must not be collocated or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in
accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product guidelines. Installers and end-users must be provided with specific
information required to satisfy RF exposure compliance for installations and final host devices. (See note under
Grant Limitations.) Compliance of this device in all final host configurations is the responsibility of the Grantee.
Note: Host design configurations constituting a device for portable use (<20 cm from human body) require
separate FCC/IC approval.
Note: Only use antennas approved respectively as listed for the unlicensed radios (Bluetooth/Wi-Fi)
Host Labeling
The following statements are required to be on the host label:
This device contains FCC ID: {Add the FCC ID of the specific device}
This device contains equipment certified under IC ID: {Add the IC ID of the specific device}
For additional labeling requirements, see the product's Labeling Requirements. For the FCC and IC IDs, see specific
certificate information in the Regulatory Statement chapter.

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20 DragonflyTM MTQ-LSP3-B03 Device Guide
Chapter 5 – Safety Information
Handling Precautions
To avoid damage due to the accumulation of static charge, use proper precautions when handling any cellular
device. Although input protection circuitry has been incorporated into the devices to minimize the effect of static
build-up, use proper precautions to avoid exposure to electronic discharge during handling and mounting the
device.
Radio Frequency (RF) Safety
Due to the possibility of radio frequency (RF) interference, it is important that you follow any special regulations
regarding the use of radio equipment. Follow the safety advice given below.
Operating your device close to other electronic equipment may cause interference if the equipment is
inadequately protected. Observe any warning signs and manufacturers’ recommendations.
Different industries and businesses restrict the use of cellular devices. Respect restrictions on the use of
radio equipment in fuel depots, chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in process. Follow
restrictions for any environment where you operate the device.
Do not place the antenna outdoors.
Switch OFF your wireless device when in an aircraft. Using portable electronic devices in an aircraft may
endanger aircraft operation, disrupt the cellular network, and is illegal. Failing to observe this restriction
may lead to suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, legal action, or both.
Switch OFF your wireless device when around gasoline or diesel-fuel pumps and before filling your vehicle
with fuel.
Switch OFF your wireless device in hospitals and any other place where medical equipment may be in use.
Sécurité relative aux appareils à radiofréquence (RF)
À cause du risque d'interférences de radiofréquence (RF), il est important de respecter toutes les réglementations
spéciales relatives aux équipements radio. Suivez les conseils de sécurité ci-dessous.
Utiliser l'appareil à proximité d'autres équipements électroniques peut causer des interférences si les
équipements ne sont pas bien protégés. Respectez tous les panneaux d'avertissement et les
recommandations du fabricant.
Certains secteurs industriels et certaines entreprises limitent l'utilisation des appareils cellulaires. Respectez
ces restrictions relatives aux équipements radio dans les dépôts de carburant, dans les usines de produits
chimiques, ou dans les zones où des dynamitages sont en cours. Suivez les restrictions relatives à chaque
type d'environnement où vous utiliserez l'appareil.
Ne placez pas l'antenne en extérieur.
Éteignez votre appareil sans fil dans les avions. L'utilisation d'appareils électroniques portables en avion est
illégale: elle peut fortement perturber le fonctionnement de l'appareil et désactiver le réseau cellulaire. S'il
ne respecte pas cette consigne, le responsable peut voir son accès aux services cellulaires suspendu ou
interdit, peut être poursuivi en justice, ou les deux.
Éteignez votre appareil sans fil à proximité des pompes à essence ou de diesel avant de remplir le réservoir
de votre véhicule de carburant.