Figure 6: Reference Circuit for VCC
3.3.2. Reference Design for Power Supply
Power design is critical as the module’s performance largely depends on its power source. If the voltage
difference between the input and output is not too big, it is suggested that an LDO is used when supplying
power for the module. If there is a big voltage difference between the input source and the desired output
(VCC = 3.7 V Typ.), a buck DC-DC converter is preferred.
The following figure shows a reference design for +5.0 V input power source based on a DC-DC
converter. The typical output of the power supply is about 3.7 V and the maximum load current is 3.0 A.