Quectel 5G Module Series User manual

5G EVB User Guide
5G/LTE-A Module Series
Rev. 5G_EVB_User_Guide_V1.1
Date: 2020-05-27
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About the Document
Revision History
Version
Date
Author
Description
1.0
2020-05-25
Iverson CHENG
Initial
1.1
2020-05-27
Iverson CHENG
Updated the firmware upgrade tool in Chapter 4.3 to
QFlash.

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Contents
About the Document...................................................................................................................................2
Contents.......................................................................................................................................................3
Table Index...................................................................................................................................................5
Figure Index.................................................................................................................................................6
1Introduction..........................................................................................................................................7
1.1. Applicable Modules.................................................................................................................7
1.2. Safety Information ...................................................................................................................8
2General Overview.................................................................................................................................9
2.1. Key Features...........................................................................................................................9
2.2. Component Placement of 5G EVB........................................................................................10
2.3. Top and Bottom Views of 5G EVB ........................................................................................13
2.4. List of Accessories.................................................................................................................15
3Interface Application .........................................................................................................................16
3.1. Power Supply (J0303)...........................................................................................................17
3.2. Module TE-A Interface (J0101/J0102) ..................................................................................18
3.3. PHY TE-A Interface (J1901/J1902).......................................................................................19
3.4. USB Interface (J1101)...........................................................................................................19
3.5. Audio Interface (J0802/J0901/J0801)...................................................................................20
3.5.1. Digital Audio Codec Board Connector (J0802)..............................................................20
3.5.2. Analog Audio Interfaces (J0901/J0801).........................................................................21
3.5.2.1. Loudspeaker Interface (J0801) ............................................................................ 21
3.5.2.2. Earphone Interface (J0901)..................................................................................21
3.6. (U)SIM Card Interfaces (J1401/J1402).................................................................................23
3.7. SD Card Interface (J1301) ....................................................................................................25
3.8. UART Interfaces (J2003/J2002)............................................................................................26
3.9. PCIe to USB Interface (J1601)..............................................................................................26
3.10. Switches and Buttons (S0301/S1501/S0201/S0202)...........................................................27
3.11. Status Indicators (D0201/D0202/D0203/D0204/D0205).......................................................29
3.12. Wi-Fi Interfaces (J0701/J0702).............................................................................................30
3.13. Antenna Interfaces................................................................................................................31
4EVB Operation Procedures...............................................................................................................32
4.1. Turn on the Module ...............................................................................................................32
4.2. Communication Via USB.......................................................................................................32
4.2.1. Communication via USB Interface.................................................................................32
4.3. Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................................................33
4.3.1. Emergency Download....................................................................................................33
4.3.2. Normal Method...............................................................................................................34
4.4. Reset the Module..................................................................................................................34
4.5. Turn off the Module ...............................................................................................................34

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5Appendix A References.....................................................................................................................35

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Table Index
Table 1: Key Features.................................................................................................................................. 9
Table 2: Interfaces of 5G EVB.....................................................................................................................11
Table 3:Accessories List............................................................................................................................15
Table 4: Pin Definition of J0901 .................................................................................................................22
Table 5: Pin Definition of J1401 .................................................................................................................24
Table 6: PCIe Connection Truth Table .......................................................................................................27
Table 7: Description of Switches and Buttons............................................................................................28
Table 8: Description of Status Indication LEDs.......................................................................................... 29
Table 9: Related Documents......................................................................................................................35
Table 10: Terms and Abbreviations............................................................................................................ 35

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Figure Index
Figure 1: Top View for Component Placement of the EVB........................................................................ 10
Figure 2: Bottom View for Component Placement of the EVB...................................................................11
Figure 3: 5G EVB Top View........................................................................................................................13
Figure 4: 5G EVB Bottom View..................................................................................................................14
Figure 5: Block Diagram of the EVB Power Supply................................................................................... 17
Figure 6: EVB Power Supply Interface ......................................................................................................18
Figure 7: Connection Between the Module TE-A and the EVB.................................................................18
Figure 8: Connection Between AR8035-TE-A and the EVB......................................................................19
Figure 9: USB Interface Connection..........................................................................................................19
Figure 10: Connection Between Codec TE-A and the EVB.......................................................................20
Figure 11: Reference Circuit Design for Loudspeaker Interface J0801.....................................................21
Figure 12: Reference Circuit Design for Earphone Interface J0901.......................................................... 21
Figure 13: Pin Assignment of J0901.......................................................................................................... 22
Figure 14: Schematic of Audio Plug...........................................................................................................22
Figure 15: Simplified Connector Schematic for (U)SIM Card Connectors................................................23
Figure 16: Pin Assignment of (U)SIM Card Connector J1401................................................................... 23
Figure 17: Simplified Interface Schematic for SD Card Interface J1301................................................... 25
Figure 18: PinAssignment of SD Card Connector J1301 ......................................................................... 25
Figure 19: UART Block Diagram................................................................................................................26
Figure 20: PCIe Block Diagram..................................................................................................................26
Figure 21: S1501 Switch............................................................................................................................27
Figure 22: Power Switch............................................................................................................................ 27
Figure 23: S1501 Switch and S0201/S0202 Buttons ................................................................................ 28
Figure 24: Status Indicator......................................................................................................................... 29
Figure 25: Simplified FG50V-TE-AInterface Schematic............................................................................30
Figure 26: Connection between FG50V-TE-A and the EVB......................................................................30
Figure 27: Antenna Interfaces.................................................................................................................... 31
Figure 28: USB Ports .................................................................................................................................32
Figure 29: COM Port Setting Field on QCOM (USBAT Port Connection)................................................ 33
Figure 30: USB Port in PC Device Manage............................................................................................... 34

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1Introduction
This user guide describes detailed information about usage of the EVB (Evaluation Board) of Quectel 5G
modules. The EVB is an auxiliary tool for engineers to develop and test these modules.
1.1. Applicable Modules
Quectel 5G EVB is applicable to the following modules:
Module Series
Models
5G
RG50xQ Series: RG500Q Series/ RG502Q-EA
RG500U Series
RG801H Series
LTE-A
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1.2. Safety Information
The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, such as usage,
service or repair of any cellular terminal or mobile incorporating Quectel 5G modules. Manufacturers of the
cellular terminal should notify users and operating personnel of the following safety information by
incorporating these guidelines into all manuals of the product. Otherwise, Quectel assumes no liability for
customers’ failure to comply with these precautions.
Full attention must be paid to driving at all times in order to reduce the risk of an
accident. Using a mobile while driving (even with a handsfree kit) causes
distraction and can lead to an accident. Please comply with laws and regulations
restricting the use of wireless devices while driving.
Switch off the cellular terminal or mobile before boarding an aircraft. The operation
of wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference with
communication systems. If there is an Airplane Mode, it should be enabled prior to
boarding an aircraft. Please consult the airline staff for more restrictions on the use
of wireless devices on an aircraft.
Wireless devices may cause interference on sensitive medical equipment, so
please be aware of the restrictions on the use of wireless devices when in
hospitals, clinics or other healthcare facilities.
Cellular terminals or mobiles operating over radio signals and cellular network
cannot be guaranteed to connect in all possible conditions (for example, with
unpaid bills or with an invalid (U)SIM card). When emergent help is needed in such
conditions, please remember using emergency call. In order to make or receive a
call, the cellular terminal or mobile must be switched on in a service area with
adequate cellular signal strength.
The cellular terminal or mobile contains a transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it
receives and transmits radio frequency signals. RF interference can occur if it is
used close to TV set, radio, computer or other electric equipment.
In locations with potentially explosive atmospheres, obey all posted signs to turn
off wireless devices such as mobile phone or other cellular terminals. Areas with
potentially explosive atmospheres include fuelling areas, below decks on boats,
fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, areas where the air contains
chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders, etc.

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2General Overview
Quectel supplies 5G EVB for engineers to develop applications based on Quectel 5G modules. This EVB
can be used to test basic functionalities of these modules.
2.1. Key Features
The following table describes the detailed features of 5G EVB.
Table 1: Key Features
Features
Implementation
Power Supply
DC power supply: 4.5–5.5 V
Typical: +5 V/ 3 A
Module TE-A Interface
Support Quectel 5G and LTE-A EG512R-EA modules
PHY TE-A Interface
Support PHY AR8035
AP TE-A Interface
Reserved
SD Card Interface
Support SD card
(U)SIM Card Interface
Support dual (U)SIM card: 2.95 V and 1.8 V
Audio Interfaces
⚫1 digital audio codec board interface:
Supporting ALC5616-TE-A and TLV320AIC3104-TE-A codec boards
⚫2 analog audio interfaces:
Used for loudspeaker and earphone
UART Interface
⚫COM1: Serial connector J2003 is for data communication.
⚫COM2: Serial connector J2002 is for debugging.
USB Interface
USB Type C interface
PCIe to USB Interface
Reserved
Signal Indication
5 LEDs are available for signal indication
Button and Switches
⚫PWRKEY (S0202)

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2.2. Component Placement of 5G EVB
PWRKEY
100Pin
100Pin
OFF ON
S0201
RESET
USIM1
card
J1401
PON
PS _ HOLD 1.8V
J0 202 J0 203
J 2302
J2301
J 2303 J 2305
J 2311 J 2313
J 2308 J 2310
J 2315 J 2316
J 2317 J 2319
J 2307 J 2309
J 2304 J 2306
J 2318 J 2320
J 2312 J 2314
J1601
PCIe to USB
S0202
J2201
60 Pin
J 1901 J 1902
60 Pin
USB
Type C
S1501
PCIE _SEL1
PCIE _SEL2
USB _ BOOT
J 0201
J0401 GND
VCC _3V8
REG _3V3
Adapter _5V
USB_Switch
J0304
J 2101 J 2102
AP-TE-A
J 0102
J 0101
140 Pin
140 Pin
J 0802
60 Pin
CODEC-TE-A
J 0302
J 0803
J 0805
J0301
J0402
GND
RX
TX
J 2001
AP _ UART
J1001 High
Low
D0 201
POWER
D020 2
STATUS
D020 3
NET _ MODE
D020 4
NET _ STATUS
D020 5
SLEEP
60 Pin
J 0702
J 0701
60 Pin
Module TE-A
S0301
J1101
JTAG MODULE
J
J 2323 2324
JJ2321
2322
ANT_WIFI
ANT0
ANT1
ANT2
ANT3
ANT4
ANT5
ANT6
ANT7
ANT_GNSS
ANT_OPTION1
I2C3_SDA
I2C3_SCL J1 201
J0103
SPI1_MOSI
SPI1_CS
SPI1_CLK
SPI1_MISO
GND
ANT_OPTION2
PHYTE-A-
WIFI-TE-A
3.8V_EN
RESET_3.3V
PWRKEY_3.3V
PWRKEY_3.3V
CV2X_5V_CTL
I2S_WS
I2S_DIN
I2S_DOUT
I2S_SCK
MCLK
GND
Figure 1: Top View for Component Placement of the EVB
⚫RESET (S0201)
⚫PCIe Configuration Switch (S1501)
⚫Power Switch (S0301)
Physical Characteristics
Size: 190 mm ×160 mm
Antenna
12 antenna interfaces

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J0901
EARPHONE
J2002
J2003
USIM2
card
SD
card
J1301
DBG_UART
MAIN_UART J0303
5V/3A
J1402
J0801
SPK
ADAPTER
Figure 2: Bottom View for Component Placement of the EVB
Table 2: Interfaces of 5G EVB
Interface
Reference No.
Description
Power Supply
J0303
The power jack on the EVB
Typical supply voltage: +5 V/ 3 A
Power Switch
S0301
VBAT ON/OFF control
PWRKEY
S0202
Power key (push button)
Used to turn on/off the module
PON
J0203
Auto-power on control
USB_BOOT
J0201
Emergency download

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RESET
S0201
Reset button (push button)
Used to reset the module
USB
J1101
USB Type C interface
PCIe to USB
J1601
PCIe to USB interface, not support by default
PCIe Configuration
Switch
S1501
Used to configure the module communication with
different devices via PCIe signals
Audio
J0802
Codec board connector
J0801
Designed for loudspeakers
J0901
Audio jack for earphone
(U)SIM
J1401
(U)SIM1 card connector
J1402
(U)SIM2 card connector
SD CARD
J1301
SD card connector
DBG UART
J2002
Debug UART port
MAIN UART
J2003
Main UART port
Status Indicator
D0201
Power supply on/off indicator, indicating whether the
module’s power supply is on or off.
D0202
Module operation status indicator, indicating whether
the module is powered on.
D0203
Net mode indicator, indicating NET_MODE status of
the module.
D0204
Net status indicator, indicating NET_STATUS status of
the module.
D0205
Sleep status indicator, indicating SLEEP status of the
module.
TE-A Connectors
J0101, J0102
Connectors of module TE-A
J0802
Connector of codec TE-A
J1901, J1902
Connectors of PHY TE-A
J0701, J0702
Connectors of Wi-Fi TE-A
J2101, J2102
Connectors of AP TE-A
Antenna
J2302, J2305, J2313,
J2310, J2316, J2319,
J2309, J2306, J2320,
J2314, J2322, J2324
Antenna connectors

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2.3. Top and Bottom Views of 5G EVB
The following figures shows the top and bottom views of the 5G EVB.
Figure 3: 5G EVB Top View

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Figure 4: 5G EVB Bottom View

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2.4. List of Accessories
All accessories of the 5G EVB kit are listed below.
Table 3: Accessories List
Items
Description
Quantity
Cables
USB to RS-232 converter cable
1
USB Type A converter B cable
1
USB Type-C cable
1
RF cables
12
Antennas
Wi-Fi antenna
1
RF antennas
10
GNSS antenna (passive)
1
Audio
Earphone
1
USB Driver
Including module’s related documents, tools & drivers etc.
1
Codec TE-A
ALC5616, TLV320AIC3104
2
PHY TE-A
PHY AR8035
1
Screws
Used to clamp TE-A to EVB
8
Instruction Sheet
A sheet of paper giving instructions for EVB connection, details
of EVB accessories, etc.
1
PCIe to USB adapter
PCIe signal is transferred through USB 3.0 connector, not used
by default.
1
Bolts and Nuts
Bolts and nuts for assembling EVB
4 pairs
Power Adapter
+5 V/ 3 A power adapter
1

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3Interface Application
This chapter describes the hardware interfaces of the 5G EVB, as listed below:
⚫Power supply
⚫Module TE-A interface
⚫PHY TE-A interface
⚫USB interface
⚫Audio interfaces
- Digital Audio Codec Board Connector
- Analog Audio Interfaces
-- Loudspeaker Interface
-- Earphone Interface
⚫(U)SIM interfaces
⚫UART interfaces
⚫SD card interface
⚫PCIe to USB interface
⚫Switches and buttons
⚫Status indicators
⚫Wi-Fi interface
⚫Antenna Interfaces
It also provides information about the buttons, switches, status indication LEDs and test points to help
developers use the EVB.

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3.1. Power Supply (J0303)
The 5G EVB can be powered by an external power adapter through the power jack (J0303).
The following two figures manifest a simplified power supply block diagram and the power interface of 5G
EVB.
J0303
Power Jack
5V/3A 4.2V
5V
5V Test Point
Q0302 MOS
U2004
TLV75533 3.3V UART
U0403
MP1605 AP
U0301
TPS62130 3.8V Moudle
U0402
TPS62130
U0401
ISL80101
REG_3V3
SD_3.0V
U0405
TPS728180285 SDIO
REG_3V3
2.5VU0601 MP1605 RGMII
Wi-Fi
U0404
TPS62130 REG_1V8 RGMII/Wi-Fi/
Level Shift/ADC/
Codec, etc.
SD Card
SD Card
PHY/Wi-Fi/Level
Shift/USB&PCIe
Switch/Codec,
etc.
Figure 5: Block Diagram of the EVB Power Supply

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Figure 6: EVB Power Supply Interface
3.2. Module TE-A Interface (J0101/J0102)
Module TE-A interface is designed to accommodate the TE-A of the modules. The TE-A is mounted onto
and connected to the EVB via BTB connectors J0101 and J0102. The developer will be able to test the
functionalities of the modules easily.
The following figure displays the connection between the module TE-A and the EVB.
Figure 7: Connection Between the Module TE-A and the EVB

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3.3. PHY TE-A Interface (J1901/J1902)
The PHY TE-A interface is designed to accommodate the PHY TE-A (AR8035-TE-A). The PHY TE-A is
mounted onto and connected to the EVB via BTB connectors J1901 and J1902.
The following two figures displays the connection between AR8035-TE-A and EVB.
Figure 8: Connection Between AR8035-TE-A and the EVB
3.4. USB Interface (J1101)
A USB Type C connector, which complies with USB 3.0/3.1 and USB 2.0 standard, is provided. This USB
interface is used for AT command communication, data transmission and firmware upgrade.
Figure 9: USB Interface Connection