41112332 AirPrime EM7511 Hardware Integration Guide r1

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Product Technical Specification



Important                Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data
Notice                   can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be
                         totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless
                         devices such as the Sierra Wireless modem are used in a normal manner with a
                         well-constructed network, the Sierra Wireless modem should not be used in
                         situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any
                         kind to the user or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury,
                         death, or loss of property. Sierra Wireless accepts no responsibility for damages
                         of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using
                         the Sierra Wireless modem, or for failure of the Sierra Wireless modem to
                         transmit or receive such data.


Safety and               Do not operate the Sierra Wireless modem in areas where blasting is in progress,
Hazards                  where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment, near life
                         support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form of
                         radio interference. In such areas, the Sierra Wireless modem MUST BE
                         POWERED OFF. The Sierra Wireless modem can transmit signals that could
                         interfere with this equipment.
                         Do not operate the Sierra Wireless modem in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is
                         on the ground or in flight. In aircraft, the Sierra Wireless modem MUST BE
                         POWERED OFF. When operating, the Sierra Wireless modem can transmit
                         signals that could interfere with various onboard systems.

                         Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the
                         ground and the door is open. Sierra Wireless modems may be used at this time.


                         The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sierra Wireless
                         modem while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or
                         operator's control and operation of that vehicle. In some states and provinces,
                         operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence.


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                         affiliates aggregate liability arising under or in connection with the Sierra Wireless
                         product, regardless of the number of events, occurrences, or claims giving rise to
                         liability, be in excess of the price paid by the purchaser for the Sierra Wireless
                         product.




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                                                                                                         Preface



Patents                     This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc. This
                            product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM®. This product is
                            manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more
                            patents licensed from MMP Portfolio Licensing.


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Revision
History

Revision     Release date      Changes
number

1            April 2018        FCC/IC Certification




Rev Apr.18                                            3


                  Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
     Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
     Required Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5


Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
     Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
     Module Power States . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6


RF Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
     RF Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
        Shielding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
        Antenna and Cabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
     Ground Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
     Interference and Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
         Interference From Other Wireless Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
         Host-generated RF Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
         Device-generated RF Interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
         Methods to Mitigate Decreased Rx Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
         Radiated Spurious Emissions (RSE) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
     Radiated Sensitivity Measurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12


Regulatory Compliance and Industry Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
     Important Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
     Safety and Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
     Important Compliance Information for United States and Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15


Acronyms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18




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                                                                                                     1
1: Introduction
         The Sierra Wireless EM7511 Embedded Module is an M.2 module that provides LTE,
         UMTS, and GNSS connectivity for notebook, ultrabook, tablet computers, and M2M
         applications over several radio frequency bands.


         Accessories
         A hardware development kit is available for AirPrime M.2 modules. The kit contains
         hardware components for evaluating and developing with the module, including:
         • Development board
         • Cables
         • Antennas
         • Other accessories
         For over-the-air LTE testing, ensure that suitable antennas are used.


         Required Connectors
         Table 1-1 describes the connectors used to integrate the EM7511 Embedded Module
         into your host device.

         Table 1-1: Required Host–Module Connectors
             Connector type                               Description

             RF cables        •   Mate with M.2-spec connectors
                              •   Three connector jacks (I-PEX 20448-001R-081 or equivalent)

             EDGE (67 pin)    •   Slot B compatible—Per the M.2 standard ([8] PCI Express NGFF
                                  (M.2) Electromechanical Specification Revision 1.0), a generic
                                  75 pin position EDGE connector on the motherboard uses a
                                  mechanical key to mate with the 67 pin notched module connector.
                              •   Manufacturers include LOTES (part #APCI0018-P001A01),
                                  Kyocera, JAE, Tyco, and Longwell.

             SIM              •   Industry-standard connector.




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                                                                                                                                                                    2
            2: Power
                           Power Supply
                           The host provides power to the EM7511 through multiple power and ground pins. The
                           host must provide safe and continuous power (via battery or a regulated power
                           supply) at all times; the module does not have an independent power supply, or
                           protection circuits to guard against electrical issues.
                           For detailed pinout and voltage/current requirements of this module, see the AirPrime
                           EM7511 Product Technical Specification.


                           Module Power States
                           The module has five power states, as described in Table 2-1.

            Table 2-1: Module Power States




                                                                                                                                USB interface active
                                                                                                              Host is powered
State           Details




                                                                                                                                                       RF enabled
 Normal        •   Module is active                                                                                                                   
 (Default
  state)       •   Default state. Occurs when VCC is first applied, Full_Card_Power_Off# is deasserted
                   (pulled high), and W_DISABLE# is deasserted
               •   Module is capable of placing/receiving calls, or establishing data connections on the
                   wireless network
               •   Current consumption is affected by several factors, including:
                   •   Radio band being used
                   •   Transmit power
                   •   Receive gain settings
                   •   Data rate

 Low power     •   Module is active                                                                                                                   
 (‘Airplane
  mode’)       •   Module enters this state:
                   • Under host interface control:
                     · Host issues AT+CFUN=0 (AT Command Set for User Equipment (UE) (Release 6)
                            (Doc# 3GPP TS 27.007))), or
                       ·    Host asserts W_DISABLE#, after AT!PCOFFEN=0 has been issued.
                   • Automatically, when critical temperature or voltage trigger limits have been reached))
 Sleep         •   Normal state of module between calls or data connections                                                                           
               •   Module cycles between wake (polling the network) and sleep, at network provider-deter-
                   mined interval.




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Table 2-1: Module Power States (Continued)




                                                                                                                               USB interface active
                                                                                                             Host is powered
State           Details




                                                                                                                                                      RF enabled
 Off            •   Host keeps module powered off by asserting Full_Card_Power_Off# (signal pulled low or                                            
                    left floating)
                •   Module draws minimal current

 Disconnected   •   Host power source is disconnected from the module and all voltages associated with the                                           
                    module are at 0 V.




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                                                                                     3
3: RF Specifications
         The EM7511 operates on the frequency bands listed below.

         Table 3-1: LTE Frequency Band Supporta
              Band              Frequency (Tx)                   Frequency (Rx)

                B1               1920–1980 MHz                    2110–2170 MHz

                B2               1850–1910 MHz                    1930–1990 MHz

                B3                  1710–1785                     1805–1880 MHz

                B4                  1710–1755                     2110–2155 MHz

                B5                824–849 MHz                      869–894 MHz

                B7               2500–2570 MHz                    2620–2690 MHz

                B8                880–915 MHz                      925–960 MHz

                B9             1749.9–1784.9 MHz                1844.9–1879.9 MHz

               B12                699–716 MHz                      729–746 MHz

               B13                777–787 MHz                      746–756 MHz

               B14                788–798 MHz                      758–768 MHz

               B18                815–830 MHz                      860–875 MHz

               B19                830–845 MHz                      875–890 MHz

               B20                832–862 MHz                      791–821 MHz

               B26                814–849 MHz                      859–894 MHz

               B29                      n/a                        717–728 MHz

               B30               2305–2315 MHz                    2350–2360 MHz

               B32                      n/a                       1452–1496 MHz

               B41                            2496–2690 MHz (TDD)

               B42                            3400–3600 MHz (TDD)

               B43                            3600–3800 MHz (TDD)

               B46                      n/a                   5150–5925 MHz (TDD)

               B48                            3550–3700 MHz (TDD)

               B66               1710–1780 MHz                    2110–2200 MHz
             a. For bandwidth support details, see 3GPP TS 36.521-1 v11.3.0, table
                5.4.2.1-1




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                                                                                    RF Specifications



             Table 3-2: WCDMA Frequency Band Support

              Band a        Frequency (Tx)                   Frequency (Rx)

             Band 1                1920–1980 MHz                    2110–2170 MHz

             Band 2                1850–1910 MHz                    1930–1990 MHz

             Band 4                1710–1755 MHz                    2110–2155 MHz

             Band 5                 824–849 MHz                      869–894 MHz

             Band 6                 830–840 MHz                      875–885 MHz

             Band 8                 880–915 MHz                      925–960 MHz

             Band 9              1749.9–1784.9 MHz                1844.9–1879.9 MHz

             Band 19                830–845 MHz                      875–890 MHz

                a. WCDMA channel spacing is 5 MHz, but this can be adjusted to optimize
                   performance in a particular deployment scenario.

             Table 3-3: GNSS Frequency Band Support
              Band                                 Frequencies

             Narrow-band GPS, Galileo              Rx: 1575.42 MHz

             Wide-band GPS + GLONASS               Rx: 1559–1606 MHz

             Narrow-band BeiDou                    Rx: 1561.098 MHz

             Narrow-band GLONASS                   Rx: 1601.72 MHz

             Narrow-band QZSS                      Rx: 1572.42 MHz



             RF Connections
             When attaching antennas to the module:
             • Use RF plug connectors that are compatible with the following RF receptacle
                connectors: Foxconn (KK12011-02-7H), Longwell (911-002-0006R),
                Speedtech (C87P101-00001-H), Murata (MM4829-2702RA4 (HSC)), IPEX
                (20449-001E (MHF4)).
             • Match coaxial connections between the module and the antenna to 50 .
             • Minimize RF cable losses to the antenna; the recommended maximum cable
                loss for antenna cabling is 0.5 dB.
             • To ensure best thermal performance, use the mounting hole (if possible) to
                attach (ground) the device to a metal chassis.

             Note: If the antenna connection is shorted or open, the modem will not sustain permanent
             damage.



             Shielding
             The module is fully shielded to protect against EMI and must not be removed.


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                         Antenna and Cabling
                         When selecting the antenna and cable, it is critical to RF performance to match
                         antenna gain and cable loss.

                         Choosing the Correct Antenna and Cabling
                         When matching antennas and cabling:
                         • The antenna (and associated circuitry) should have a nominal impedance of
                            50  with a return loss of better than 10 dB across each frequency band of
                            operation.
                         • The system gain value affects both radiated power and regulatory (FCC, IC,
                            CE, etc.) test results.

                         Designing Custom Antennas
                         Consider the following points when designing custom antennas:
                         • A skilled RF engineer should do the development to ensure that the RF
                            performance is maintained.
                         • If both UMTS and CDMA modules will be installed in the same platform, you
                            may want to develop separate antennas for maximum performance.

                         Determining the Antenna’s Location
                         When deciding where to put the antennas:
                         • Antenna location may affect RF performance. Although the module is
                            shielded to prevent interference in most applications, the placement of the
                            antenna is still very important—if the host device is insufficiently shielded,
                            high levels of broadband or spurious noise can degrade the module’s perfor-
                            mance.
                         • Connecting cables between the module and the antenna must have 50 
                            impedance. If the impedance of the module is mismatched, RF performance
                            is reduced significantly.
                         • Antenna cables should be routed, if possible, away from noise sources
                            (switching power supplies, LCD assemblies, etc.). If the cables are near the
                            noise sources, the noise may be coupled into the RF cable and into the
                            antenna.

                         Disabling the Diversity Antenna
                         Use the AT command !RXDEN=0 to disable receive diversity or !RXDEN=1 to
                         enable receive diversity.

                         Note: A diversity antenna is used to improve connection quality and reliability through
                         redundancy. Because two antennas may experience difference interference effects (signal
                         distortion, delay, etc.), when one antenna receives a degraded signal, the other may not be
                         similarly affected.




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                                                                              RF Specifications



             Ground Connection
             When connecting the module to system ground:
             • Prevent noise leakage by establishing a very good ground connection to the
                module through the host connector.
             • Connect to system ground using the module’s mounting hole.
             • Minimize ground noise leakage into the RF.
                Depending on the host board design, noise could potentially be coupled to
                the module from the host board. This is mainly an issue for host designs that
                have signals traveling along the length of the module, or circuitry operating at
                both ends of the module interconnects.


             Interference and Sensitivity
             Several interference sources can affect the module’s RF performance
             (RF desense). Common sources include power supply noise and device-
             generated RF.
             RF desense can be addressed through a combination of mitigation techniques
             (Methods to Mitigate Decreased Rx Performance on page 12) and radiated
             sensitivity measurement (Radiated Sensitivity Measurement on page 12).

             Note: The EM7511 is based on ZIF (Zero Intermediate Frequency) technologies. When
             performing EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) tests, there are no IF (Intermediate
             Frequency) components from the module to consider.



             Interference From Other Wireless Devices
             Wireless devices operating inside the host device can cause interference that
             affects the module.
             To determine the most suitable locations for antennas on your host device,
             evaluate each wireless device’s radio system, considering the following:
             • Any harmonics, sub-harmonics, or cross-products of signals generated by
                 wireless devices that fall in the module’s Rx range may cause spurious
                 response, resulting in decreased Rx performance.
             • The Tx power and corresponding broadband noise of other wireless devices
                 may overload or increase the noise floor of the module’s receiver, resulting in
                 Rx desense.
             The severity of this interference depends on the closeness of the other antennas
             to the module’s antenna. To determine suitable locations for each wireless
             device’s antenna, thoroughly evaluate your host device’s design.


             Host-generated RF Interference
             All electronic computing devices generate RF interference that can negatively
             affect the receive sensitivity of the module.




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                         Proximity of host electronics to the antenna in wireless devices can contribute to
                         decreased Rx performance. Components that are most likely to cause this
                         include:
                         • Microprocessor and memory
                         • Display panel and display drivers
                         • Switching-mode power supplies


                         Device-generated RF Interference
                         The module can cause interference with other devices. Wireless devices such as
                         AirPrime embedded modules transmit in bursts (pulse transients) for set durations
                         (RF burst frequencies). Hearing aids and speakers convert these burst
                         frequencies into audible frequencies, resulting in audible noise.


                         Methods to Mitigate Decreased Rx
                         Performance
                         It is important to investigate sources of localized interference early in the design
                         cycle. To reduce the effect of device-generated RF on Rx performance:
                         • Put the antenna as far as possible from sources of interference. The
                               drawback is that the module may be less convenient to use.
                         • Shield the host device. The module itself is well shielded to avoid external
                               interference. However, the antenna cannot be shielded for obvious reasons.
                               In most instances, it is necessary to employ shielding on the components of
                               the host device (such as the main processor and parallel bus) that have the
                               highest RF emissions.
                         • Filter out unwanted high-order harmonic energy by using discrete filtering on
                               low frequency lines.
                         • Form shielding layers around high-speed clock traces by using multi-layer
                               PCBs.
                         • Route antenna cables away from noise sources.


                         Radiated Spurious Emissions (RSE)
                         When designing an antenna for use with AirPrime embedded modules, the host
                         device with an AirPrime embedded module must satisfy any applicable
                         standards/local regulatory bodies for radiated spurious emission (RSE) for
                         receive-only mode and for transmit mode (transmitter is operating).
                         Note that antenna impedance affects radiated emissions, which must be
                         compared against the conducted 50-ohm emissions baseline. (AirPrime
                         embedded modules meet the 50-ohm conducted emissions requirement.)


                         Radiated Sensitivity Measurement
                         A wireless host device contains many noise sources that contribute to a reduction
                         in Rx performance.




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                                                                          RF Specifications



             To determine the extent of any receiver performance desensitization due to self-
             generated noise in the host device, over-the-air (OTA) or radiated testing is
             required. This testing can be performed by Sierra Wireless or you can use your
             own OTA test chamber for in-house testing.




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                                                                                                    4
4: Regulatory Compliance and Industry
Certifications
         This module is designed to meet, and upon commercial release, will meet the
         requirements of the following regulatory bodies and regulations, where applicable:
         • Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the United States
         • The Certification and Engineering Bureau of Industry Canada (IC)
         • The National Communications Commission (NCC) of Taiwan, Republic of China
         Upon commercial release, the following industry certifications will have been
         obtained, where applicable:
         • GCF
         • PTCRB
         Additional certifications and details on specific country approvals may be obtained
         upon customer request—contact your Sierra Wireless account representative for
         details.
         Additional testing and certification may be required for the end product with an
         embedded EM7511 module and are the responsibility of the OEM. Sierra Wireless
         offers professional services-based assistance to OEMs with the testing and
         certification process, if required.


         Important Notice
         Because of the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of
         data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or
         be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless
         devices such as the Sierra Wireless module are used in a normal manner with a well-
         constructed network, the Sierra Wireless module should not be used in situations
         where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user
         or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of
         property. Sierra Wireless and its affiliates accept no responsibility for damages of any
         kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using the Sierra
         Wireless module, or for failure of the Sierra Wireless module to transmit or receive
         such data.


         Safety and Hazards
         Do not operate your EM7511 module:
         • In areas where blasting is in progress
         • Where explosive atmospheres may be present including refuelling points, fuel
            depots, and chemical plants
         • Near medical equipment, life support equipment, or any equipment which may be
            susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the EM7511 module
            MUST BE POWERED OFF. Otherwise, the EM7511 module can transmit signals
            that could interfere with this equipment.




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                                       Regulatory Compliance and Industry Certifications



             In an aircraft, the EM7511 module MUST BE POWERED OFF. Otherwise, the
             EM7511 module can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard
             systems and may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft or disrupt the
             cellular network. Use of a cellular phone in an aircraft is illegal in some
             jurisdictions. Failure to observe this instruction may lead to suspension or denial
             of cellular telephone services to the offender, or legal action or both.
             Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the
             ground and the door is open. The EM7511 module may be used normally at this
             time.


             Important Compliance Information for
             United States and Canada
             The EM7511 module, upon commercial release, will have been granted modular
             approval for mobile applications. Integrators may use the EM7511 module in their
             final products without additional FCC/IC (Industry Canada) certification if they
             meet the following conditions. Otherwise, additional FCC/IC approvals must be
             obtained.
             1. At least 20 cm separation distance between the antenna and the user’s body
                must be maintained at all times.
             2. To comply with FCC/IC regulations limiting both maximum RF output power
                and human exposure to RF radiation, the maximum antenna gain including
                cable loss in a mobile-only exposure condition must not exceed the limits
                stipulated in Table 4-1 on page 16.
             3. The EM7511 module may transmit simultaneously with other collocated radio
                transmitters within a host device, provided the following conditions are met:
                · Each collocated radio transmitter has been certified by FCC/IC for mobile
                   application.
                · At least 20 cm separation distance between the antennas of the collocated
                   transmitters and the user’s body must be maintained at all times.
                · The radiated power of a collocated transmitter must not exceed the EIRP
                   limit stipulated in Table 4-1 on page 16.




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Table 4-1: Antenna Gain and Collocated Radio Transmitter Specifications
                                          Tx Freq        Max Time-Avg            Antenna Gain Limit (dBi)             EIRP
                Operating mode            Range           Cond Power                                                 Limits
                                           (MHz)            (dBm)               Standalone         Collocated        (dBm)

                 WCDMA Band 2/
                                        1850    1910             24                   6                  4              30
                    LTE B2

                 WCDMA Band 4/
                                        1710    1755             24                   6                  4              30
                    LTE B4

                 WCDMA Band 5/
                                        824      849             24                   6                  4              30
                    LTE B5

                      LTE B7            2500    2570            23.8                  9                  4             32.8
   EM7511
  Embedded            LTE B12           699      716             24                   6                  4              30
   Module
                      LTE B13           777      787             24                   6                  4              30

                      LTE B14           788      798             24                   6                  4              30

                      LTE B26           814      849             24                   6                  4              30

                      LTE B30           2305    2315             23                  1*                  1*             32

                      LTE B41           2496    2690            23.8                  9                  4             32.8

                      LTE B66           1710    1780             24                   6                  4              30

                  WLAN 2.4 GHz          2400    2500                                                                    30

                   WLAN 5 GHz           5150    5850                                                                    30
  Collocated
 transmitters
                         BT             2400    2500                                                                    16

                       WiGig           58320    62640                                                                   25


*Important: The FCC and IC have a strict EIRP limit in Band 30 for mobile and portable stations in order to protect
adjacent satellite radio, aeronautical mobile telemetry, and deep space network operations. Mobile and portable stations
must not have antenna gain exceeding 1 dBi in Band 30. Additionally, both the FCC and IC prohibit the use of external
vehicle-mounted antennas for mobile and portable stations in this band.

Fixed stations may use antennas with higher gain in Band 30 due to relaxed EIRP limits. EM7511 modules used as fixed
subscriber stations in Canada or fixed customer premises equipment (CPE) stations in the United States may have an
antenna gain up to 10 dBi in Band 30, however, the use of outdoor antennas or outdoor station installations are
prohibited except if professionally installed in locations that are at least 20 meters from roadways or in locations where it
can be shown that the ground power level of -44 dBm per 5 MHz in the bands 2305–2315 MHz and 2350–2360 MHz or
-55 dBm per 5 MHz in the bands 2315–2320 MHz and 2345–2350 MHz will not be exceeded at the nearest roadway. For
the purposes of this notice, a roadway includes a highway, street, avenue, parkway, driveway, square, place, bridge,
viaduct or trestle, any part of which is intended for use by the general public for the passage of vehicles.

Mobile carriers often have limits on total radiated power (TRP), which requires an efficient antenna. The end product with
an embedded module must output sufficient power to meet the TRP requirement but not too much to exceed FCC/IC's
EIRP limit. If you need assistance in meeting this requirement, please contact Sierra Wireless.




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                                       Regulatory Compliance and Industry Certifications



             4. A label must be affixed to the outside of the end product into which the
                EM7511 module is incorporated, with a statement similar to the following:
                · This device contains FCC ID: N7NEM75S
                  Contains transmitter module IC: 2417C-EM75S where 2417C-EM75S is
                  the module’s certification number.
             5. A user manual with the end product must clearly indicate the operating
                requirements and conditions that must be observed to ensure compliance
                with current FCC/IC RF exposure guidelines.
             The end product with an embedded EM7511 module may also need to pass the
             FCC Part 15 unintentional emission testing requirements and be properly
             authorized per FCC Part 15.
             Note: If this module is intended for use in a portable device, you are responsible
             for separate approval to satisfy the SAR requirements of FCC Part 2.1093 and
             IC RSS-102.




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                                                                                                         A
A: Acronyms
Table A-1: Acronyms and Definitions
 Acronym or term   Definition

  3GPP             3rd Generation Partnership Project

  BeiDou           BeiDou Navigation Satellite System
                   A Chinese system that uses a series of satellites in geostationary and middle
                   earth orbits to provide navigational data.

  BER              Bit Error Rate—A measure of receive sensitivity

  BLER             Block Error Rate

  dB               Decibel = 10 x log10 (P1/P2)
                   P1 is calculated power; P2 is reference power
                   Decibel = 20 x log10 (V1/V2)
                   V1 is calculated voltage, V2 is reference voltage

  dBm              A logarithmic (base 10) measure of relative power (dB for decibels); relative to
                   milliwatts (m). A dBm value will be 30 units (1000 times) larger (less negative)
                   than a dBW value, because of the difference in scale (milliwatts vs. watts).

  DC-HSPA+         Dual Carrier HSPA+

  EMC              Electromagnetic Compatibility

  EMI              Electromagnetic Interference

  FCC              Federal Communications Commission
                   The U.S. federal agency that is responsible for interstate and foreign
                   communications. The FCC regulates commercial and private radio spectrum
                   management, sets rates for communications services, determines standards for
                   equipment, and controls broadcast licensing. Consult www.fcc.gov.

  Galileo          A European system that uses a series of satellites in middle earth orbit to provide
                   navigational data.

  GCF              Global Certification Forum

  GLONASS          Global Navigation Satellite System—A Russian system that uses a series of 24
                   satellites in middle circular orbit to provide navigational data.

  GNSS             Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo)

  GPS              Global Positioning System
                   An American system that uses a series of 24 satellites in middle circular orbit to
                   provide navigational data.

  Host             The device into which an embedded module is integrated

  HSDPA            High Speed Downlink Packet Access

  HSPA+            Enhanced HSPA, as defined in 3GPP Release 7 and beyond

  HSUPA            High Speed Uplink Packet Access




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             Table A-1: Acronyms and Definitions (Continued)
             Acronym or term     Definition

              Hz                 Hertz = 1 cycle/second

              IC                 Industry Canada

              IF                 Intermediate Frequency

              IS                 Interim Standard.
                                 After receiving industry consensus, the TIA forwards the standard to ANSI for
                                 approval.

              LTE                Long Term Evolution—a high-performance air interface for cellular mobile
                                 communication systems.

              MHz                Megahertz = 10e6 Hz

              OEM                Original Equipment Manufacturer—a company that manufactures a product and
                                 sells it to a reseller.

              OTA                ‘Over the air’ (or radiated through the antenna)

              PCB                Printed Circuit Board

              PCS                Personal Communication System
                                 A cellular communication infrastructure that uses the 1.9 GHz radio spectrum.

              PTCRB              PCS Type Certification Review Board

              QZSS               Quasi-Zenith Satellite System—Japanese system for satellite-based
                                 augmentation of GPS.

              RF                 Radio Frequency

              RSE                Radiated Spurious Emissions

              Sensitivity (RF)   Measure of lowest power signal at the receiver input that can provide a prescribed
                                 BER/BLER/SNR value at the receiver output.

              SNR                Signal-to-Noise Ratio

              TIA/EIA            Telecommunications Industry Association / Electronics Industry Association.
                                 A standards setting trade organization, whose members provide communications
                                 and information technology products, systems, distribution services and
                                 professional services in the United States and around the world. Consult
                                 www.tiaonline.org.

              UMTS               Universal Mobile Telecommunications System

              USB                Universal Serial Bus

              VCC                Supply voltage

              WCDMA              Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (also referred to as UMTS)

              WLAN               Wireless Local Area Network

              ZIF                Zero Intermediate Frequency




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