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Sierra Wireless FX30 User Manual

Sierra Wireless FX30
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Sierra Wireless FX30
User Guide
41110030
Rev 4

Table of Contents

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Sierra Wireless FX30 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ProcessorARM Cortex-A7
Operating SystemLegato Linux
Wi-Fi802.11 b/g/n
BluetoothBluetooth 4.1
Ethernet1 x 10/100 Mbps
Serial1 x RS-232
Operating Temperature-30°C to +70°C
Memory512 MB RAM, 4 GB Flash
CellularLTE
USBUSB 2.0

Summary

Safety and Hazards

Contact Information

1: Introduction to the FX30

Key Features

Lists the main hardware and software capabilities of the FX30.

Power Modes

Explains the different power states available for the FX30 device.

Accessories

Lists the included and optional accessories for the FX30.

Warranty

Information on the warranty period and terms for the FX30.

2: Installation and Startup

Tools and Materials Required

Lists the necessary tools and materials for installing the FX30.

Step 1-Insert the SIM Card and Optional IoT Card

Detailed instructions for installing the SIM and IoT Expansion cards.

Step 2-Mount and Ground the FX30 Chassis

Guidance on physically mounting and grounding the FX30 unit.

Flat Mount

Instructions for mounting the FX30 on a flat surface.

Optional—Mounting in a High Vibration Environment

Method for securing the FX30 in high vibration areas using cable ties.

Mounting on a DIN Rail

Instructions for mounting the FX30 onto a DIN rail.

Step 3-Connect the Antennas

Steps for connecting the cellular and GNSS antennas.

Step 4-Connect the Data Cables

Instructions for connecting USB and Ethernet data cables.

Cabling Concerns

Best practices for routing cables away from sharp edges.

Step 5-Connect the Power and I/O

Guide to connecting the DC power and I/O pins.

Power and I/O Connections

Details the functions of power connector pins and DC cable wires.

Wiring Diagrams

Diagrams illustrating different wiring configurations for power and I/O.

I/O Configuration

Explains the configurable I/O options for the FX30 power connector.

I/O Pins

Details the various ways the I/O pins can be utilized.

Digital Input

How to use I/O pins as digital inputs to detect states.

High Side Pull-up / Dry Contact Switch Input

Using I/O pins with high side pull-up for switch inputs.

Analog Input

How to connect and use the FX30's analog input capabilities.

Low Side Current Sink Output

Using I/O 3 as a low side current sink for driving relays.

Digital Output/Open Drain

Using I/O 3 for digital output or open drain configurations.

Step 6-Check the FX30 Operation

Steps to verify the FX30 is operating correctly after installation.

LED Behavior

Explains the meaning of the Power and User LEDs.

Step 7-Use the FX30

Overview of how to use the FX30 after setup.

Setup for Windows

Steps to configure the FX30 for use with a Windows computer.

Useful AT Commands

Common AT commands for controlling the FX30's modem functions.

Useful Linux commands

Examples of Linux shell commands for interacting with the FX30.

Linux Interface Mapping

Maps FX30 interfaces to their Linux system counterparts.

Managing the I/O Interface

Methods for managing I/O interfaces using AT commands or Linux.

Reset to Factory Default Settings

Procedures for resetting the FX30 to its factory default configuration.

3: Specifications

Certification and Interoperability

Lists the certifications and standards the FX30 complies with.

Environmental Testing

Details the environmental tests performed on the FX30.

Host Interfaces

Describes the various host interfaces available on the FX30.

SIM Card Interface

Information about the SIM card slot and its capabilities.

Radio Frequency Bands

Lists the supported radio frequency bands for the FX30.

Radio Module Conducted Transmit Power

Specifies the conducted transmit power for different radio modules.

Mechanical Specifications

Provides dimensions, weight, and mechanical details of the FX30.

Power Modes

Details the three power modes: OFF, Ultra Low Power, and Active.

OFF Mode

Explains the function and control of the FX30's OFF mode.

Ultra Low Power Mode

Describes the Ultra Low Power Mode (ULPM) and its wakeup triggers.

Active Mode

Details the different states within Active Mode.

Power Consumption

Provides power consumption figures for different operating modes.

Internet of Things (IoT) Expansion Card

Information on compatibility and interfaces of IoT Expansion cards.

Pin-out Information

Details the pin configuration of the IoT Expansion Card.

IoT Connector Interface

Maps IoT connector signals to FX30 hardware and Linux interfaces.

4: Regulatory Information

Important Information for North American Users

FCC compliance and warnings for users in North America.

RF Exposure

Guidelines for RF exposure and antenna placement.

Maximum Antenna Gain

Specifies the maximum allowable antenna gain for compliance.

EU

EU compliance statements and CE marking information.

A: Accessories

DC Power Cable (Black Connector)

Details of the DC power cable, including part number and components.

AC Power Adapter (Black Connector)

Information about the AC power adapter.

AC Power Adapter Input

Input voltage and frequency specifications for the AC adapter.

AC Power Adapter Output

Output voltage and current specifications for the AC adapter.

Safety Standards

Lists the safety certifications obtained by the AC power adapter.

EMC Standards

Details the EMC standards met by the AC power supply.

Energy Efficiency

Information on the energy efficiency levels of the AC adapter.

B: Using the FX30 as a USB Modem

Connect the radio to the network

Steps to connect the FX30 to a cellular network.

Activate the PDP context

Instructions for activating the Packet Data Protocol (PDP) context.

Deactivate the PDP context

Steps to properly deactivate the active PDP context.

C: AT Commands Reference

Managing the I/O Interface with AT Commands

How to manage the FX30's I/O interface using AT commands.

GPIO AT Commands

AT commands specific to controlling General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) pins.

Ethernet AT Commands

AT commands for configuring and querying Ethernet settings.

USB AT Commands

AT commands for configuring and querying USB settings.

Device Query AT Commands

AT commands to query device type and version information.

Factory Reset AT Commands

AT commands related to the factory default recovery mechanism.

D: FX30 Linux Interface and GPIO Mapping

On/Off (Pin 3)

Mapping and description of the On/Off pin functionality.

IO1 (Pin 4)

Mapping and description of the I/O 1 pin functionality.

IO2 (Pin 5)

Mapping and description of the I/O 2 pin functionality.

IO3 (Pin 6)

Mapping and description of the I/O 3 pin functionality.

Power LED

Mapping of Power LEDs to Linux interface and their behavior.

User LED

Mapping of User LEDs to Linux interface and their behavior.

WP Module Internal GPIO Mapping

Maps FX30 functions to WP module and processor GPIO numbers.

E: FX30 Factory Configuration

eSIM support

Information regarding eSIM support and SIM slot configuration.

AUTO-SIM

Details the automatic SIM card carrier configuration feature.

SIM AUTO SWITCH

Customization for selecting the preferred SIM slot.

AirVantage Management Services Polling Mode

Configuration for the polling interval of AirVantage Management Services.

UART Settings

Configuration settings for the device's UART ports.

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