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Quectel SC200E Series User Manual

Quectel SC200E Series
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SC200E Series
Hardware Design
Smart Module Series
Version: 1.0
Date: 2022-04-22
Status: Released

Table of Contents

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Quectel SC200E Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerQuectel
GPRSYes
GNSSGPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo/QZSS
SeriesSC200E
Frequency BandsLTE: B1/B3/B5/B8/B20/B28/B38/B40/B41
Data TransmissionLTE, GPRS
InterfaceUSB 2.0, UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, ADC

Summary

Introduction

Special Mark

Defines special marks used in the document for under-development features or unavailable samples.

Product Overview

Frequency Bands and Functions

Lists the supported frequency bands and network standards for different module variants.

Key Features

Details the core hardware and software features of the SC200E series modules.

Functional Diagram

Provides a block diagram illustrating the major functional parts of the module.

EVB Kit

Information about the Evaluation Board (EVB) for convenient application development and testing.

Application Interfaces

General Description

Overview of the module's interfaces and functions, including power, I/O, and communication.

Pin Assignment

Visual representation of the module's pin layout and numbering.

Pin Description

Detailed description of each pin's function, I/O type, and DC characteristics.

Power Supply

Details the power supply requirements, pins, and voltage stability for the module.

Turn On/Off

Instructions and reference circuits for turning the module on and off using PWRKEY.

USB Interface (Type-C)

Specifications and pin definitions for the USB Type-C interface.

UART Interfaces

Details the three UART interfaces available for serial communication.

(U)SIM Interfaces

Information on the two (U)SIM interfaces, including voltage support and hot-plug.

SD Card Interface

Description of the SD card interface, its protocol, and pin definitions.

GPIO Interfaces

Overview of the abundant General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) interfaces.

I2C Interfaces

Details the four I2C interfaces for connecting peripherals and sensors.

LCM Interface

Details the Liquid Crystal Module (LCM) interface, compliant with MIPI DSI.

Camera Interfaces

Specifications for connecting cameras using MIPI CSI standard.

MIPI Design Considerations

Guidelines for designing MIPI interfaces for optimal performance and signal integrity.

Audio Interfaces

Details the analog input and output channels for audio functionalities.

USB_BOOT

Interface for forcing the module into emergency download mode.

Wi-Fi/Bluetooth

Wi-Fi

Details the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz dual-band WLAN capabilities.

Wi-Fi Performance

Lists the Wi-Fi transmitting and receiving performance metrics.

Bluetooth

Information on Bluetooth 5.0 specifications and capabilities.

Bluetooth Performance

Details the Bluetooth transmitting and receiving performance.

GNSS

GNSS Performance

Presents the performance metrics of the integrated GNSS engine.

GNSS RF Design Guidelines

Provides guidelines for optimal GNSS RF design to ensure performance.

Antenna Interfaces

Main Antenna and Rx-diversity Antenna Interfaces

Defines pins for main and diversity antennas, and their impedance.

Operating Frequency

Lists the operating frequencies for different module variants across various bands.

Reference Design

Shows reference circuit designs for main and Rx-diversity antenna matching.

Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna Interface

Defines the Wi-Fi/Bluetooth antenna interface and its frequency specifications.

GNSS Antenna Interface

Defines the GNSS antenna interface and its frequency specifications.

Reference Circuit Design for Passive GNSS Antenna

Provides a reference circuit for connecting passive GNSS antennas.

Reference Circuit Design for Active GNSS Antenna

Provides a reference circuit for connecting active GNSS antennas.

RF Routing Guidelines

Guidelines for routing RF traces on the PCB for optimal performance.

Antenna Installation

General guidelines for installing antennas for optimal performance.

Antenna Requirements

Specifies the requirements for various antenna types like VSWR and gain.

RF Connector Recommendation

Recommends specific RF connectors for antenna connections.

Reliability, Radio and Electrical Characteristics

Absolute Maximum Ratings

Defines the absolute maximum limits for power supply and pin voltages.

Power Supply Ratings

Details the power supply voltage and current ratings under various conditions.

Digital I/O Characteristics

Specifies the voltage requirements for digital I/O interfaces.

Operating and Storage Temperatures

Defines the recommended operating and storage temperature ranges.

Power Consumption

Provides current consumption values for the module in different states.

Tx Power

Details the RF output power levels for various frequency bands and standards.

Rx Sensitivity

Lists the RF receiving sensitivity for different frequency bands and modes.

ESD Protection

Information on electrostatic discharge characteristics and protection measures.

Mechanical Information

Mechanical Dimensions

Provides the physical dimensions of the module in millimeters.

Recommended Footprint

Illustrates the recommended PCB footprint for mounting the module.

Top and Bottom Views

Shows top and bottom views of the module for identification.

Storage, Manufacturing & Packaging

Storage Conditions

Specifies storage requirements, shelf life, and floor life for the module.

Manufacturing and Soldering

Guidance on manufacturing processes, including stencil thickness and reflow soldering.

Packaging Specification

Details carrier tape and plastic reel dimensions for packaging.

Plastic Reel

Dimensions and specifications for the plastic reel used in packaging.

Packaging Process

Illustrates the step-by-step process for packaging the modules.

Appendix References

Related Documents

Lists related documents for further information and technical details.

Terms and Abbreviations

Provides definitions for abbreviations and terms used throughout the document.

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