LTE  Standard  Module  Series 
 
EG915U-EU_Hardware_Design                                                                                         33 / 81 
 
 
 
3.5. Turn On 
3.5.1.  Turn on the Module with PWRKEY   
Table 9: Pin Definition of PWRKEY 
 
When the module is in power off mode, it can be turned on and enter normal operation mode by driving 
the PWRKEY low for at least 2 s. It is recommended to use an open drain/collector driver to control the 
PWRKEY.   
 
Figure 9: Reference Circuit of Turing on the Module with Driving Circuit 
 
Another  way  to  control  the  PWRKEY  is  by  using  a  button  directly.  When  pressing  the  button,  an 
electrostatic strike may generate from finger. Therefore, a TVS component shall be placed near the button 
for ESD protection.