Neoway N51 User manual

EVK User Guide
Issue 1.0 Date 2022-04-18

N51x EVK User Guide
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Contents
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Contents
1 Overview....................................................................................................5
2 EVB Functions...........................................................................................6
3 Power Supply and Connection ..................................................................8
3.1 Connecting the EVB to a Power Source ...................................................................................... 8
3.1.1 Using an AC/DC Power Adapter.......................................................................................... 8
3.1.2 Using Alligator Clips............................................................................................................. 8
3.1.3 Soldering Cables ................................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Power on the Module ................................................................................................................. 10
3.3 Communication Connection ....................................................................................................... 10
3.4 Antenna Connection................................................................................................................... 10
4 Commissioning ........................................................................................12

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About This Document
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About This Document
Scope
This document is applicable to N510M and N511.
Audience
This document is intended for system engineers (SEs), development engineers, and test engineers.
Change History
Issue
Date
Change
Changed By
1.0
2022-01
Initial draft
Flora
Conventions
Symbol
Indication
Indicates danger or warning. This information must be followed. Otherwise, a
catastrophic module or user device failure or bodily injury may occur.
Indicates caution. This symbol alerts the user to important points about using the
module. If these points are not followed, the module or user device may fail.
Indicates instructions or tips. This symbol provides advices or suggestions that
may be useful when using the module.

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Chapter 1 Overview
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1 Overview
N510M_EVB_V2.0 is designed to commission the N510M and N511 modules. It provides the power
supply interface, USIM card slot, antenna interface, USB 2.0, USB 3.0 interface, and so on. You only
need to connect the power supply and the USB interface to perform module commissioning.
N51x EVK provides the following accessories.
⚫N510M_EVB_V2.0 (with an N510M or an N511 module)
⚫Antenna
⚫USB cable
⚫Others (power supply adapter, antenna connector, and so on.)

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Chapter 2 EVB Functions
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2 EVB Functions
Figure 2-1 Top view of N510M_EVB_V2.0
The table below lists the interfaces and the corresponding description of N510M_EVB_V2.0:
No.
Button/Interface
Function description
1
ANT3
RF SMA interface
2
ANT4
RF SMA interface
3
ANT5
RF SMA interface
4
ANT2
RF SMA interface
5
ANT6
RF SMA interface
6
ANT1
RF SMA interface

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Chapter 2 EVB Functions
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SIM2
Micro SIM card slot
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SIM1
Micro SIM card slot
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USB2.0
Micro interface, complies with USB2.0 standard; disabled by
default
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USB3.0
Type-C interface, complies with the USB2.0 and USB3.0
standards
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UART_1 TO USB
UART to USB interface, installing the
PL23XX_Prolific_DriverInstaller_v207 driver is required. Its
function is determined by the firmware.
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UART_4 TO USB
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UART_0 TO USB
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EVB power switch
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AC power interface
EVB power input 5V/3A or 12V/2A
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DC power interface
DC power interface
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Matrix keypad
RESET_N: reset button
ON/OFF: power-on/off button. A jumper cap is required to set the
level to high or low. If the module supports automatic startup
internally, you don’t need to perform any operation.
DTR: sleep control interface
Fly mode: Fly mode control
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Communication module
N510M or N511
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Jumper cap interfaces
⚫AUTO POWER ON: control of auto startup
⚫HIGH LOW: level selection of startup
⚫USB3.0 and PCIe
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Indicators
POWER: power indicator, it is lighted when the module is
powered.
SYSTEM: system indicator, it is lighted after the module starts.
NET: network status indicator
RING: status indicator.
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PCIe interface
Support RC mode
EP mode is under development.

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Chapter 3 Power Supply and Connection
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3 Power Supply and Connection
The EVB can be powered by a 5 V/3 A or 12 V/2 A DC power supply. The Type-C cable can be used
for data communications. The following describes the connection methods and communication
methods of the EVB.
3.1 Connecting the EVB to a Power Source
The EVB can be connected to a power source by using the following three methods:
⚫Connect the EVB to an AC power source using a 5 V/3 A or 12 V/2 A AC/DC power adapter.
⚫Connect the EVB to a DC power source using an alligator clip.
⚫Connect the EVB to a DC power source by soldering cables.
3.1.1 Using an AC/DC Power Adapter
Insert the DC output directly into the DC jack of the EVB and plug the adapter directly into a power
socket.
3.1.2 Using Alligator Clips
If the DC power supply is used for the test, use alligator clips to connect the module and supply power
to the EVB. The current and the voltage of the external power supply should be consistent with the
typical values of the power supply adapter.

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Chapter 3 Power Supply and Connection
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3.1.3 Soldering Cables
This power cable is used to directly supply power to the module. Therefore, be cautious when connecting the
cable to the external power supply. Incorrect connections of the cable will directly burn the module.
The EVB provides a contact for soldering the external cable and directly supplying power to the module.
The specific location is shown in the figure below. In this power supply mode, the voltage range is 3.3
- 4.3 V. It is recommended to use the 3.8 V stabilized power supply.

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Chapter 3 Power Supply and Connection
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3.2 Power on the Module
Step 1: Connect the EVB to a power source.
For details, see Chapter 3.1 .
Step 2: Turn the power switch of the EVB to the ON side.
The POWER indicator will be lighted after the module is powered.
Step 3: Press the PWR_KEY button for at least 2s to power on the module.
The SYSTEM indicator will be lighted after the module starts.
3.3 Communication Connection
The Type-C cable is connected to the Type-C interface on the EVB for USB communications. The USB
interface complies with both the USB2.0 and USB3.0 standards. If you want to use the Micro USB
interface instead, modify the EVB. For specific modification methods, contact Neoway FAEs.
3.4 Antenna Connection
To connect to the wireless network, connect the module with the EVB as shown in the figure below. If
the signal is unavailable or weak, connect the module to the external antenna before the test.

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Chapter 3 Power Supply and Connection
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Figure 3-1 N510M module
Table 3-1 N511 module

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Chapter 4 Commissioning
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4 Commissioning
The N510M/N511 module can be commissioned through the USB interface of the EVB. The operation
procedure is as follows:
Step 1: Connect the module to a power source.
For details, see Chapter 3.1 .
Step 2: Connect the EVB to your computer with a USB cable.
Step 3: Insert a SIM card into the module.
Step 4: Connect an antenna to the module.
Step 5: Power on the module.
For details, see Chapter 3.2 .
Step 6: Install the USB drivers.
For details, see Neoway_N51x_USB_Driver_Installation_Guide_V1.0.
Step 7: Perform commissioning using a serial tool.