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APPLICABILITY TABLE
PRODUCT
SE868V2

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Contents
1.Introduction ..............................................................................................................7
1.1.Scope............................................................................................................................. 7
1.2.Audience........................................................................................................................ 7
1.3.Contact Information, Support.......................................................................................... 7
1.4.Text Conventions ........................................................................................................... 8
1.5.Related Documents......................................................................................................... 8
2.Preparing for the SE868V2 .......................................................................................10
What is Necessary .................................................................................................................. 10
2.1.Installing the USB Drivers............................................................................................ 10
2.2.Installing SiRFLive ...................................................................................................... 10
3.SE868V2Evaluation Kit............................................................................................11
3.1.What’s in the Box......................................................................................................... 11
3.2.SE868V2 Evaluation Board .......................................................................................... 12
3.2.1.Switch Configuration ..........................................................................................................13
4.Step-by-Step: First Time Running the SE868V2Evaluation Board................................14
4.1.Step-by-Step: First Time Connection............................................................................. 14
5.SE868V2on SiRFLive ...............................................................................................16
5.1.Main Interface.............................................................................................................. 16
5.2.Connecting To the SE868V2......................................................................................... 16
5.2.1.Main Menu Bar..............................................................................................................16
5.2.2.Main Tool Bar................................................................................................................17
5.2.3.Rx Port Settings ............................................................................................................17
5.3.SiRFLive Windows...................................................................................................... 18
5.3.1.Signal View....................................................................................................................18
5.3.2.Radar View ....................................................................................................................19
5.3.3.Debug View....................................................................................................................20
5.3.4.Location View ................................................................................................................21
5.4.Receiver Commands..................................................................................................... 22

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5.4.1.Sending Resets .............................................................................................................23
5.4.2.Switch Protocol.............................................................................................................24
5.4.3.Setting the IC Configuration .........................................................................................25
5.4.4.Logging Data .................................................................................................................27
6.Battery Function on SE868V2 ..............................................................................29
7.5Hz Funbction on SE868V2..................................................................................30
7.1.NMEA Messages..................................................................................................... 30
7.1.1.Enable 5Hz Update NMEA ............................................................................................30
7.2.One Socket Protocol (OSP) Messages............................................................................ 31
7.2.1.Enable 5Hz Update OSP .....................................................................................................31
7.2.2.MID 136 – Mode Control....................................................................................................32
8.APPENDIX .............................................................................................................33
8.1.Updating Patch Code.................................................................................................... 33
8.2..................................................................................................................................... 35
8.3.Going into Hibernate Mode........................................................................................... 36
8.3.1.Going into Full Power Mode .........................................................................................36
8.4.Internal LNA and Antenna............................................................................................ 36
8.4.1.Active Antenna ..............................................................................................................36
8.4.2.Passive Antenna ...........................................................................................................37
9.Document History ....................................................................................................38

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1. Introduction
1.1. Scope
Scope of this document is to give an overview of the Evaluation kit of the GPS standalone
module SE868V2.
1.2. Audience
This document is intended for customers who are evaluating one or more products in the
applicability table.
1.3. Contact Information, Support
For general contact, technical support, to report documentation errors and to order manuals,
contact Telit Technical Support Center (TTSC) at:
[email protected]
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Alternatively, use:
http://www.telit.com/en/products/technical-support-center/contact.php
For detailed information about where you can buy the Telit modules or for recommendations
on accessories and components visit:
http://www.telit.com
To register for product news and announcements or for product questions contact Telit
Technical Support Center (TTSC).
Our aim is to make this guide as helpful as possible. Keep us informed of your comments and
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Telit appreciates feedback from the users of our information.

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1.4. Text Conventions
Danger – This information MUST be followed or catastrophic equipment failure
or bodily injury may occur.
Caution or Warning – Alerts the user to important points about integrating the
module, if these points are not followed, the module and end user equipment
may fail or malfunction.
Tip or Information – Provides advice and suggestions that may be useful when
integrating the module.
All dates are in ISO 8601 format, i.e. YYYY-MM-DD.
1.5. Related Documents
SE868V2 HW User Guide,
SE868V2 Product Descritption,
NOTE:
To prevent ESD and EOS damage, a properly grounded ESD wrist strap should be worn
when working inside the EVK.
Do not alter switch positions while USB power is applied.
Do not short the RF signal to ground if the antenna voltage is installed. Damage to the
EVK may result.
NOTE:

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Always follow ESD safety precautions when utilizing the SE868V2 evaluation kit. For
additional information on the SE868V2, ask your sales representative for additional manuals,
datasheets, support, etc.

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2. Preparing for the SE868V2
What is Necessary
To use the SE868V2 Evaluation kit, you will need:
FTDI USB Drivers
SiRFLive2.0 and above or
A PC with a USB port that fulfills the minimum software requirements:
oWindows XP/7
o.NET Framework 2.0
This will be automatically installed by the SiRFLive package if
necessary (internet connection is required).
A SE868V2 evaluation device.
2.1. Installing the USB Drivers
Before connecting the SE868V2 Evaluation Kit, install the necessary USB drivers.
1Double-click the USB driver executable and follow the directions to install the USB
drivers.
2.2. Installing SiRFLive
Install the current SiRFLive with the attached installer. Follow the installer directions until
finished. Users should allow SiRFLive to install to the default location – C:\Program
Files\SiRF\SiRFLive, but it can be changed if necessary.
***NOTE*** SiRFLive does not work on 64-bit OS machine at this time!
Minimum PC requirements:
PentiumCPU2GHz
1GBofRAM
100MBharddrive
Recommended
2GBofRAM
1280x1024screenresolution
Ensure that all previous installation versions of SiRFLive have been uninstalled before installing any
newer versions!

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3. SE868V2 Evaluation Kit
3.1. What’s in the Box
USBCable Antenna
SE868V2 Eval Kit USB Drive

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3.2. SE868V2 Evaluation Board
TX LED 1PPS LED Module ON LED Battery Backup
Figure 2: SE868V2 assembly drawing. REV D EVK
ON_OFF Pulse 3.3V Antenna Supply
Item Function
TX LED LED that is tied to the USB to UART bridge TX line. The LED blinks whenever
there is activity on the TX line.
1PPS LED LED that pulses ON at ¼ a second and OFF at ¾ a second, indicating a fix with the
receiver.
Module ON LED LED indicating that the module is on. LED is tied to the SYSTEM_ON pin out of the
SE868V2.
ON_OFF Pulse Pushbutton that sends a 1.8V voltage pulse to the ON_OFF input of the
SE868V2module.
3.3V Antenna Supply 2 of SW1 pressed down provides a 3.3V output to an active antenna (depress if
connecting a passive antenna).
Battery Backup Pin 4 of SW1 pressed down will utilize a 3V lithium battery installed on BT1. Refer to
Section 5 on how to properly utilize a battery with the SE868V2.

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3.2.1. Switch Configuration
124
Normal GPS (BOOT) (Active
Ant) (Battery)
w/ provided Active
Antenna no Battery NO YES NO
w/ Passive
Antenna no Battery NO NO NO
w/ Active Antenna
and Battery NO YES YES
w/ Passive
Antenna and
Battery NO NO YES
NA NA NA
For Dip SW1

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4. Step-by-Step: First Time Running the SE868V2
Evaluation Board
The SE868V2 evaluation board defaults to hibernate mode as soon as the USB is connected.
It is important to understand the different power states in order to be in the correct mode for
the desired operation.
4.1. Step-by-Step: First Time Connection
1. Before connecting the evaluation board, ensure that the USB drivers have been
installed.
2. As soon as the evaluation board is connected to the PC, it will be detected and
installed.
Figure 3: USB installation, select “Continue Anyway” to proceed.
3. After the evaluation board has been installed, check the “Device Manager” window
for the evaluation board COM port number. This information is needed for use with
the GPS tools.

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Figure 4: In this case, the COM port is assigned as COM5
1. At first application of power (connecting of USB), the evaluation board should default to hibernate
mode. The Module ON LED should be unlit.
2. Press the ON/OFF pulse button to bring the unit into Full Power Mode.
3. The Full Power Mode will be indicated by the Module ON LED.
4. Connect the provided GPS Active Antenna. NOTE: The evaluation kit is outputting 3.3V to the
antenna. For a passive antenna, position 2 of SW1 needs to be depressed.
5. Place the GPS Active Antenna to where it has a clear view of open sky.
6. The evaluation board can now be manipulated with the provided GPS tools (SiRFLive or
SiRFDemo).
7. Refer to Chapter 4: SE868V2on SiRFLive for using the SE868V2 on SiRFLive.

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5. SE868V2 on SiRFLive
Launch the SiRFLive application.
5.1. Main Interface
After launching SiRFLive, first notice the application’s main interface.
Figure 5: Main Menu Bar
Figure 6: Main Tool Bar
5.2. Connecting To the SE868V2
The user can utilize either the Main Menu Bar or the Main Tool Bar.
5.2.1. Main Menu Bar
Under the option “Receiver” on the Main Menu Bar, there is a selection “Connect. . .” This
will open the Receiver settings for connection.
Figure 7: Connect to Receiver

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5.2.2. Main Tool Bar
Select the “Receiver Settings” button
Or the “Connect” button
5.2.3. Rx Port Settings
Select the GSD5xp Product Family, RS232/USB, and the Correct COM Port.
Figure 8: The Rx Port Connection Window
Default Baud rate for NMEA is 9600, and 115200 for OSP.

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5.3. SiRFLive Windows
After a successful connection with the receiver is established, the default SiRFLive windows
should be arranged and become filled with data.
5.3.1. Signal View
(main tool bar icon)
Type of Fix Satellite Data
Figure 9 Shows the satellite signal levels.
If not all the default windows are arranged or opened, under the Main Menu Bar, go to “Window” >
“Restore Layout” > “Default.”

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5.3.2. Radar View
(main tool bar icon)
Red satellites – 0 C/N0
Blue satellites – nonzero C/N0 but not being used in the navigation solution
Green satellites – nonzero C/N0 and are being used in the navigation solution
Skyblue satellites – SBAS satellites
Orange satellites – ABP is being used to acquire satellites
Magenta satellites – Extended Ephemeris is being used to acquire satellites.
Figure 10: Displays the satellites by azimuth and elevation.

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5.3.3. Debug View
(main tool bar icon)
Shows the communication messages with the receiver.
Figure 11: Debug view with One Socket Protocol messages.