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Quectel LTE-A Module Series User Manual

Quectel LTE-A Module Series
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EM120R-GL&EM160R-GL
Hardware Design
LTE-A Module Series
Rev. EM120R-GL&EM160R-GL_Hardware_Design_V1.0
Date: 2020-07-02
Status: Preliminary
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Quectel LTE-A Module Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandQuectel
ModelLTE-A Module Series
CategoryControl Unit
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to EM120R-GL&EM160R-GL Hardware

Safety Information

Essential safety precautions for operating and handling the module, including driving and aircraft usage.

Product Concept Overview

General Description

Overview of the EM120R-GL&EM160R-GL LTE-A modules and their capabilities.

Key Features

Detailed list of the primary features and specifications of the modules, including LTE bands and speeds.

Functional Diagram

Block diagram illustrating the module's internal architecture and key connections.

Evaluation Board

Information about Quectel's evaluation board for convenient application development.

Application Interfaces

Pin Assignment

Visual representation and numbering of the module's M.2 connector pins.

Pin Description

Detailed explanation of each pin's function, I/O type, and power domain.

Power Supply

Requirements, voltage drop considerations, and reference design for the module's power supply.

Turn-on and Turn-off Scenarios

Procedures and timing for powering the module on and off via hardware or AT commands.

Reset Functionality

How to reset the module using the RESET# pin and associated timing.

(U)SIM Interfaces

Details on supporting 1.8V/3.0V SIM cards and hot-plug detection.

USB Interface

Specifications and usage of the USB 3.0/2.0 interface for communication and debugging.

PCle Interface

Compliance with PCI Express 2.1, usage for data, debugging, and firmware upgrade.

PCM Interface

Support for audio communication using Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) digital interface.

Control and Indicator Signals

Definitions and functions of signals like WWAN_LED#, WAKE_ON_WAN#, W_DISABLE signals.

COEX UART Interface

Pin definition for the coexistence UART interface.

Antenna Tuner Control Interfaces

Interfaces for antenna tuner control using GPIOs and RFFE signals.

Configuration Pins

Definition and usage of configuration pins for module setup.

GNSS Receiver

GNSS Receiver General Description

Integrated global navigation satellite system solution supporting GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo.

Antenna Connection

Antenna Connectors

Details on main, Rx-diversity/GNSS, and MIMO antenna connectors.

Operating Frequency Bands

Lists the operating frequency bands for WCDMA and LTE technologies.

GNSS Antenna Connector

Frequency specifications for the GNSS antenna connector.

Antenna Installation Requirements

Requirements for main, Rx-diversity/GNSS, and MIMO antennas.

Electrical, Reliability and Radio Characteristics

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Critical voltage and current limits for the module's operation.

Power Supply Requirements

Minimum, typical, and maximum voltage requirements for the module's power input.

I/O Requirements

Voltage levels for input (VIH, VIL) and output (VOH, VOL) signals.

Operation and Storage Temperatures

Temperature ranges for normal operation, extended operation, and storage.

Current Consumption

Typical current consumption of the module in various states.

RF Output Power

Transmit power levels for different WCDMA and LTE frequency bands.

RF Receiving Sensitivity

Minimum conducted RF receiving sensitivity across various frequency bands.

General Characteristics

Information on electrostatic discharge (ESD) handling precautions.

Thermal Dissipation

Recommendations for thermal management and dissipation area on the module.

Mechanical Dimensions and Packaging

Module Mechanical Dimensions

Detailed measurements and tolerances of the EM120R-GL&EM160R-GL module.

M.2 PCI Express Standard Dimensions

Standard dimensions and nomenclature for the M.2 PCI Express form factor.

Module Design Drawings

Visual representations (top and bottom views) of the EM160R-GL and EM120R-GL modules.

M.2 Connector

Compliance of the module's M.2 connector with PCI Express standards.

Packaging Information

Details on tray size and procedures for packaging the modules.

Appendix References

FCC Certification Requirements

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