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               Features                                                                                       Product description
                  •      Iridium SBD                                                                          The QUAKE QLOCATETM is an Iridium Short
                  •      GPS/GLONASS positioning                                                              Burst Data (SBD) transceiver available in two
                                                                                                              standard configurations: one is a simple SBD
                  •      Requires only one antenna
                                                                                                              transceiver, and the other one is also integrated
                  •      Low power consumption                                                                with a GPS/GLONASS receiver.            It is an
                  •      Small form factor                                                                    efficient, satellite add-on solution that allows
                  •      Global operating capability                                                          effortless connection to Iridium’s satellite
                                                                                                              network. The QLOCATE can switch smoothly
                  •      Incorporate into an OEM solution
                                                                                                              between satellite and GPS mode.
                  •      RoHS compliant




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                  •      SAE J1455                                                                            A unique option of the QLOCATE is its built-in,
                                                                                                              state-of-the-art GPS/GLONASS receiver that
               Applications                                                                                   allows system integrators to use a single,
                                                                                                              dual-mode,      L-Band      antenna    for both
                  •      Fixed and moving asset tracking /                                                    GPS/GLONASS and Iridium SBD.               This
                         monitoring                                                                           eliminates the need for a second antenna and
                  •      Heavy equipment                                                                      for external global positioning modules.
                                                                                                              The QLOCATE’s simple installation and
                                                                                                              integration make it optimal for any developer
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                                                                                                              who is facing an accelerated time-to-market
                                                                                                              requirement.




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                                                                                   Revision History

                Date                Rev ECO Description
                Jun 2014              X1        1187        Preliminary release of the Technical Data Sheet.
                Jul 2014              X2        1212        Second preliminary release of the Technical Data Sheet.
                                                            • In section 3 - Input/Output interfaces:
                                                                - Modified section 3.1 - Interface connector
                                                                - Added sections 3.1.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4
                                                                - Added Figure 3-1 and Figure 3-2: Typical supply current profile
                                                                - Enhanced section 3.1.3 and Table 3-3
                                                            • Added section 4
                                                            • Updated Table 5-2: Certifications
                                                            • In section 6 - Technical drawings:
                                                                - Added Figure 6-1
                                                                - Updated Figure 6-2: QLOCATE dimensions (2)
                                                            • Added section 7.1.1 - Mounting
                                                            • Modified section 8 - AT Command Set Description




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                                                            • Modified pin 5 info in sections 2.1.2.1, 2.1.3, 7.2.1, 7.2.2 and in Table 3-1
                Nov 2014               A        1341        • Added hot surface warning to section 7.1.1 - Mounting
                Mar 2015               B        1425        • Updated the FCC, IC and CE numbers in section 5.2 - Certifications.
                                                            • Added the Declaration of Conformity to section 5.3.
                May 2015               C        1526        • Updated for non-GPS/GLONASS option in:
                                                                          -   cover page
                                                                          -   section 2.1
                                                                          -   Table 3-1
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                                                                          -   section 7.2
                Feb 2018               D        2213        •   Updated document with new company address
                                                            •   Fixed pinout issue (Drawing)
                                                            •   Edited the Declaration of Conformity on CE section
                                                            •   Revised specs for GPS on 9602N
                                                            •   Updated firmware update instructions
                Oct 2018               E                    • Updated FCC ID in needed sections




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                                                                                 Table of Contents
               1      INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................... 1
                              Scope ............................................................................................................................. 1
                              Iridium ............................................................................................................................ 1
                              Short Burst Data (SBD) .................................................................................................. 1
                              Related documents ........................................................................................................ 2
                              Evaluation Kits ............................................................................................................... 2
                              Contacting QUAKE ........................................................................................................ 2
               2      COMMUNICATIONS ................................................................................................. 3
                   2.1        Operating modes............................................................................................................ 4
                      2.1.1          Power OFF .............................................................................................................................. 4
                      2.1.2          Power ON ................................................................................................................................ 4
                          2.1.2.1        RF Receive/Idle .................................................................................................................................. 4
                          2.1.2.2        Transmit ............................................................................................................................................. 4
                      2.1.3          Switch from Iridium to GPS/GLONASS ................................................................................... 4




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               3      INPUT/OUTPUT INTERFACES ................................................................................ 5
                   3.1        Interface connector ........................................................................................................ 5
                      3.1.1          Type ......................................................................................................................................... 5
                      3.1.2          Electrical specifications ........................................................................................................... 5
                      3.1.3          Power consumption ................................................................................................................. 7
                   3.2        Serial data interface ....................................................................................................... 9
                   3.3        Network Available output ................................................................................................ 9
                   3.4        DC supply indicator output ............................................................................................. 9
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               4      RF INTERFACE ...................................................................................................... 10
                   4.1        Connector types ........................................................................................................... 10
                   4.2        ANT connector ............................................................................................................. 10
                      4.2.1          Antenna characteristics ......................................................................................................... 10
                   4.3        RF interface specifications ........................................................................................... 11
                   4.4        Radio characteristics .................................................................................................... 11
               5      RATINGS AND CERTIFICATIONS ........................................................................ 12
                   5.1        Ratings ......................................................................................................................... 12
                   5.2        Certifications ................................................................................................................ 13
                   5.3        Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................................. 16
               6      TECHNICAL DRAWINGS ....................................................................................... 17
               7      OPERATION ........................................................................................................... 19
                   7.1        Installation recommendations ....................................................................................... 19
                      7.1.1          Mounting ................................................................................................................................ 19
                   7.2        Basic operation ............................................................................................................ 20
                      7.2.1          Iridium satellite....................................................................................................................... 20
                      7.2.2          GPS option ............................................................................................................................ 20
               8      AT COMMAND SET DESCRIPTION ...................................................................... 23

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                   8.1        Example: Send and receive a message ....................................................................... 23
               9      MODEM SOFTWARE UPDATE ............................................................................. 24
               10 APPENDIX A – GLOSSARY OF TERMS ............................................................... 25




                                                                                      List of Figures
               Figure 3-1:         Interface connector pin number designation (from below module) ........................................... 7
               Figure 3-2:         Typical supply current profile ..................................................................................................... 8
               Figure 6-1:         QLOCATE dimensions (1) ....................................................................................................... 17
               Figure 6-2:         QLOCATE dimensions (2) ....................................................................................................... 17
               Figure 6-3:         QLOCATE................................................................................................................................ 18
               Figure 7-1:         QLOCATE mounting example ................................................................................................. 19
               Figure 7-2:         NMEA message structure (1) .................................................................................................. 21
               Figure 7-3:         NMEA message structure (2) .................................................................................................. 22




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                                                                                       List of Tables
               Table 2-1:        Communication networks ........................................................................................................... 3
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               Table 3-1:        Interface connector pin allocation ............................................................................................... 5
               Table 3-2:        Limits for 3.3V digital signals ...................................................................................................... 6
               Table 3-3:        Current draw (5 VDC) ................................................................................................................. 7
               Table 4-1:        Antenna characteristics ............................................................................................................ 10
               Table 4-2:        General RF parameters ............................................................................................................ 11
               Table 4-3:        Radio characteristics ................................................................................................................ 11
               Table 5-1:        Environmental ratings ............................................................................................................... 12
               Table 5-2:        Certifications ............................................................................................................................. 13
               Table 6-1:        QLOCATE dimensions ............................................................................................................. 18
               Table 6-2:        QLOCATE part numbers ............................................................ Error! Bookmark not defined.




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               1       Introduction

                          Note:           The information in this document is subject to change.



                            Scope
               This data sheet contains a description of the operation, specifications and characteristics of the QUAKETM
               QLOCATE, which is an Iridium Short Burst Data (SBD) transceiver integrated with GPS/GLONASS.

                            Iridium
               Iridium’s network is a global satellite data solution, with complete coverage of the earth (including
               continental, ocean, and Polar Regions). Iridium delivers low latency, essential communications services
               to and from remote areas where no other form of communication is available. The Iridium constellation of
               66 low-earth orbiting (LEO) satellites operates as a fully meshed network. It is one of the largest
               commercial satellite constellations in the world. The Iridium service is ideally suited for industries such as
               maritime, aviation, government, emergency/humanitarian services, mining, forestry, oil and gas, heavy




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               equipment, transportation and utilities.

                            Short Burst Data (SBD)
               Iridium Short Burst Data (SBD) Service is an efficient network protocol designed for shorter-sized data
               messages that can be economically sent via Iridium Circuit Switched Data Services. SBD uses a
               proprietary network protocol to transfer data messages to and from the remote terminal. Currently, the
               QLOCATE supports only Iridium’s SBD service.
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               It is possible to send Mobile Originated (MO-SBD) and Mobile Terminated (MT-SBD) messages.
               Message sizes for:
                •   MO-SBD are between 0 and 340 bytes;
                •   MT-SBD are between 1 and 270 bytes.



                          Note:           0-byte messages are referred to as “mailbox checks.”




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                            Related documents
               QUAKE
               QUAKE documentation can be obtained by contacting QUAKE Customer Support.

               Iridium
               The following Iridium documentation may be helpful:
               [1] Iridium SBD Developer’s Guide (QUAKE P/N: 4000-0713)
               [2] Iridium ISU AT Command Set (QUAKE P/N: REF-IRI-001)


                            Evaluation Kits
               QLOCATE Evaluation Kits are available from QUAKE. They include: the QLOCATE modem, the data
               cable, all documentation, and air time. Contact your QUAKE sales representative for more details.


                            Contacting QUAKE




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               4711 Viewridge Ave. Suite 150
               San Diego, CA 92123
               Phone: (858)-277-7290
               Fax: (858) 277-7259

               Website: www.quakeglobal.com
               Submit a Customer Support Ticket: http://www.quakeglobal.com/support
               Email: customersupport@quakeglobal.com
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               2       Communications
                                                                      Table 2-1: Communication networks
                Communication Network                                Parameter Units                                   Comments
                Iridium Short Burst Data (IRI SBD)
                Message Size
                Modem Originated (TX)                                1 / 340                Bytes MIN / MAX
                Modem Terminated (RX)                                270                    Bytes MAX
                Transmit
                Frequency                                            1616 / 1626.5          MHz MIN / MAX
                Power                                                32                     dBm Typical
                Receive
                Frequency                                            1616 / 1626.5          MHz MIN / MAX
                Sensitivity                                          -113                   dBm                        1X10-2 BER
                GPS
                Satellite channels                                   72                     channels
                Time-To-First-Fix (TTFF)                                                                               Depending on antenna and signal strength.
                  From cold start                                    26                     seconds                    Unobstructed view of the sky.




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                Sensitivity
                  Tracking                                           -167                   dBm
                  Acquisition                                        -148                   dBm
                Accuracy                                             2                      meters
                Raw location data update (NMEA)                      1                      second
                GLONASS
                Satellite channels                                   72                     channels
                Time-To-First-Fix (TTFF)                                                                               Depending on antenna and signal strength.
                                                                                                                       All satellites at -130 dBm
                  From cold start                                    26                     seconds                    Unobstructed view of the sky.
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                Sensitivity                                                                                            Demonstrated with good external LNA.
                  Tracking                                           -167                   dBm
                  Acquisition                                        -148                   dBm
                Accuracy                                             2                      meters
                Raw location data update (NMEA)                      1                      seconds
                Antenna
                Satellite/GPS                                        50                     Ohms                       These specifications reflect QLOCATE’s design for
                                                                                                                       use with a passive antenna.
                Gain                                                 3                      dBm                        • Iridium specifies an antenna with 3dBi Gain,
                Cable loss                                           3                      dBm MAX                       RHCP polarization, 50 Ω nominal impedance
                                                                                                                          and 1.5:1 VSWR. Several vendors have patch
                                                                                                                          antennas that will meet this specification, and
                                                                                                                          are certified by Iridium to operate on their
                                                                                                                          network.
                                                                                                                       • If the user’s design requires use of an active
                                                                                                                          antenna for the GPS, the design of their
                                                                                                                          application will require additional circuitry.




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               2.1         Operating modes

               2.1.1 Power OFF
               •     The QLOCATE with GPS/GLONASS is no longer functional when external power is removed.
               •     The QLOCATE without GPS/GLONASS can be controlled by the ON/OFF pin (5) when external
                     power is applied. The modem is no longer functional when external power is removed.

               2.1.2 Power ON
               •     The QLOCATE with GPS/GLONASS is ON when input voltage to the modem is applied.
               •     For QLOCATEs without GPS/GLONASS, the ON/OFF signal must be asserted when power is
                     applied in order to turn on the modem.

               2.1.2.1 RF Receive/Idle
               The QLOCATE alternates between the idle state and receiving receive bursts.

               In Receive mode:




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               The RF and digital signal processor portions of the modem are active, and GPS is not active.

               In Idle mode:
               The required input power along with the assertion of the ON/OFF signal (pin 5) must not be present; GPS
               will be active.

               2.1.2.2 Transmit
               The QLOCATE is sending an outgoing SBD message. The QLOCATE may also query the Iridium system
               in a search for incoming messages (see AT Command Set manual for sequence and commands and
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               section 8 - AT Command Set Description).

               2.1.3 Switch from Iridium to GPS/GLONASS
               For QLOCATEs with GPS/GLONASS:
               The QLOCATE alternates between Iridium and GPS/GLONASS. To enter GPS/GLONASS mode, the
               required input power along with the ON/OFF signal (pin 5) must be low. The NMEA data will
               subsequently be sent to the Rx port.




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               3       Input/Output interfaces
               3.1         Interface connector
               The QLOCATE has a 20 pin interface connector. The pinout is shown in Table 3-1 and the limits for the
               digital signals are listed in Table 3-2. The connector contains several supply grounds; all supply and
               supply grounds must be connected to the power supply to ensure that the current on any one pin is
               limited. Cross-talk is reduced through the use of multiple signal grounds.

               The interface connector provides the following connections to the QLOCATE:
                       •    DC power supply input
                       •    Power on/off control
                       •    Serial data interface
                       •    Network available output
                       •    Supply power indicator output

               3.1.1 Type




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               The connector on the QLOCATE is a Samtec low-profile header connector, part number FTSH-110-01-L-
               DV. This connector makes a stackable board-to-board configuration possible, enabling connection to the
               host system motherboard. A suitable motherboard female socket that matches this connector is the
               SAMTEC header, part number CLP-110-02-L-D. See the Samtec website at: http://www.samtec.com for
               more information on this connector.


                           Note:           Ensure that all power pins and ground pins are connected externally.
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               3.1.2 Electrical specifications
                                                               Table 3-1: Interface connector pin allocation
                 Pin Signal Name                                     Sig Dir             Signal Function                                               Signal Level
                                                                   (WRT the
                                                                  QLOCATE)
                   1       EXT_PWR                                     Input             Supply                                                        +5V ±0.5V
                   2       EXT_PWR                                     Input             Supply                                                        +5V ±0.5V
                   3       EXT_GND                                     Input             Supply return                                                 0V
                   4       EXT_GND                                     Input             Supply return                                                 0V
                   5       ON/OFF                                      Input               With GPS/GLONASS                                            Analog
                                                                                              On/Off control input                                     On: ≥2.0V            Off: ≤0.5V
                                                                                              (On=IRI, Off= GPS)
                                                                                           Without GPS/GLONASS
                                                                                              On/Off control input turns
                                                                                              QLOCATE On/Off
                   6       DF_S_TX (pin 5=On)                          Input             Data port, serial data input                                  3.3V Digital
                           GPS_TX (pin 5=Off)



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                 Pin Signal Name                                     Sig Dir             Signal Function                                               Signal Level
                                                                   (WRT the
                                                                  QLOCATE)
                   7      DF_S_RX (pin 5=On)                          Output             Data port, serial data output                                 3.3V Digital
                          GPS_RX (pin 5=Off)
                   8      SIG_GND                                      Input             Signal ground                                                 0V
                   9      DF_DCD                                      Output             Data port, Data Carrier Detect                                3.3V Digital
                  10      DF_DSR                                      Output             Data port, Data Set Ready                                     3.3V Digital
                  11      DF_CTS                                      Output             Data port, Clear-to-Send                                      3.3V Digital
                  12      DF_RI                                       Output             Data port, Ring Indicator                                     3.3V Digital
                  13      DF_RTS                                       Input             Data port, Request-to-Send                                    3.3V Digital
                  14      DF_DTR                                       Input             Data port, Data Terminal Ready                                3.3V Digital
                  15      SIG_GND                                      Input             Signal ground                                                 0V
                  16      Reserved




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                  17      Reserved
                  18      SIG_GND                                      Input             Signal ground                                                 0V
                  19      NETWORK                                     Output             Signals when the QLOCATE can                                  3.3V Digital
                          AVAILABLE                                                      see an available satellite network                            Available = high
                                                                                                                                                       Not available= low
                  20      SUPPLY_OUT                                  Output             Supply power indicator output                                 +3.3V
                                                                                                                                                       5mA maximum
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                                                                   Table 3-2: Limits for 3.3V digital signals
                 Parameter                                        Symbol              Min          Max          Unit
                 Input High Voltage                                    VIH             2.0          5.5            V
                 Input Low Voltage                                     VIL             -0.3         0.8            V
                 Output High Voltage                                  VOH              2.4                         V
                 Output Low Voltage                                   VOL                           0.4            V
                 Low Level Output Current                              IOL                          4.4          mA
                 High Level Output Current                            IOH                           5.5          mA




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                                  Figure 3-1: Interface connector pin number designation (from below module)




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               3.1.3 Power consumption
               Power consumption is dependent on the mode in which the QLOCATE is operating. The amount of time
               the QLOCATE spends in any of its modes will determine the overall current draw.

               The current draw specifications detailed in Table 3-3 apply to DC power measured at the QLOCATE’s
               interface connector input and not at the output of the power supply. If the power supply cables are
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               excessively long a voltage drop can occur that is sufficient to cause the voltage to be out of specification
               at the physical power supply input to the QLOCATE.

                                                                          Table 3-3: Current draw (5 VDC)
                 Supply Input Voltage                                     Value                      Notes
                 Range                                        5.0 DC ± 0.5V
                 Ripple                                       < 40 mV pp
                 Mode                                            Current Draw
                                                               Average    Peak
                 Receive/Idle                                    45 mA             195 mA
                 Transmit                                       190 mA               1.5 A
                 SBD message transfer
                    • current                                   190 mA                               The average current draw will vary depending on the
                    • power                                     ≤ 1.0 W                              view of the satellite from the antenna.
                GPS/GLONASS                    45 mA
               High current drive is required during transmissions.
                     •      The typical transmit burst is 8.3 ms (and repeats every 90 ms).
                     •      The typical receive burst is up to 4.5 seconds.




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               The following must be guaranteed by the external power supply:
                                      •    The supply voltage droop over for a 8.3ms burst of 1.5A current should not be more than 0.2 V.
                                      •    The in-rush current should be limited to a maximum of 4 Amps
                                      •    The power source shall provide for over current protection in case of device malfunction.
                                      •    The supply noise should be less than the limits in the following profile:
                                              •   100 mVpp from 0 to 50 kHz
                                              •      5 mVpp at 1 MHz measured in 50 kHz bandwidth
                                              •    10 mVpp at 1 MHz measured in 1MHz bandwidth
                                              •      5 mVpp above 5 MHz measured in 1 MHz bandwidth.


                                          Note:    In-rush limit refers to the impedance of the modem, which is very low when it is
                                                   unpowered. When power is supplied from an unlimited supply, the instantaneous
                                                   current can exceed 4 Amps which can cause damage to the modem. This can be
                                                   limited in several ways, included using a supply that cannot provide more than 4 Amps
                                                   instantaneously; or providing some series inductance/resistance to the supply lead.




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                                           1.6
                                           1.5
                                           1.4
                                                                                   Transmitter data burst
                                           1.3
                                                                                      (typically 1.5A)
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                                           1.2
                 Supply Current (A)




                                           1.1
                                           1.0
                                           0.9
                                           0.8
                                           0.7
                                           0.6                                                                                      Receiver data burst
                                           0.5                                                                                       (typically 195mA)
                                           0.4                                        Background
                                           0.3                                     (typically 40mA)
                                           .02
                                           0.1
                                             0
                                             -10       0           10                 20                30                 40                 50                 60                 70

                                                                                                  Time (mS)
                                                                  Figure 3-2: Typical supply current profile




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               3.2         Serial data interface
               The serial data interface is an RS-232 9-wire interface at 3.3V digital signal levels (LVTTL) over which the
               QLOCATE and the customer solution transfer commands, responses, and SBD message data. In using
               this interface, the QLOCATE behaves as a DCE (Data Communication Equipment), and the customer
               solution behaves as a DTE (Data Terminal Equipment).
                       •     If RS-232 voltage levels are needed, the customer solution must include an LVTTL/RS-232
                             level-shifter.
                       •     Autobaud is not supported. The baud rate can be set via the AT+IPR command. The default
                             rate is 19200 bps.

               The QLOCATE’s serial interface supports the control signaling of a 9-wire interface by default for those
               host applications that require it. However, the interface can also be configured for 3-wire operation – in
               which only transmit, receive and ground signals are used – with no detriment to functionality/performance.

               See the ISU AT Command Set for more information.

               3.3         Network Available output
               Network Available is a digital output that can notify an application that the QLOCATE has visibility to the




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               Iridium satellite network. This feature is helpful when the movement of the QLOCATE reduces the
               amount of time that it has a clear line of sight to the satellite. If the customer solution includes this logic
               output in the application decision logic, battery life can be preserved by thereby reducing the number of
               attempted transmissions.

               Network Available means only that the QLOCATE can successfully receive the Ring Channel (namely, it
               has an Iridium satellite in view). It is not a guarantee that a message can be successfully sent. The
               Network Available state is evaluated every time the Ring Channel is received, which is typically every 4
               seconds if the Ring Channel is visible. If the Ring Channel is not currently visible, the update time can
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               take as long as 2 minutes, depending on how long the lack of satellite visibility existed. The update time
               varies because the QLOCATE attempts to conserve power by increasing the Ring Channel search
               interval as long as the satellites are not in view. Every time a ring search fails, the time to wait is
               increased and eventually limits at 120 seconds.

               If Network Available is currently off, the customer solution may still attempt an SBDI[X] session. This will
               force the QLOCATE to look for the Ring Channel immediately and, upon finding it, to attempt to send the
               message. In this case, Network Available will not come on immediately. The Network Available does not
               turn on while in a +SBDI session. It will, however, turn on 4 seconds later due to the assumption that the
               Ring Channel is present. After the SBD session completes, the QLOCATE performs a new Ring Channel
               search, at the end of which Network Available is turned on. This can take between 4 and 12 seconds.

               The wait time between search windows is reset to 4 seconds every time a search succeeds. Otherwise, it
               continues to increase. Therefore, if the +SBDI attempt fails to find the Ring Channel, the search window
               does not reset to 4 seconds.


                           Note:          The behavior of +CIEV:1 is identical to that of the Network Available output.



               3.4         DC supply indicator output
               A DC supply indicator signal is provided which could be used directly for driving an LED to provide a
               visible indication that the QLOCATE’s supply is on. Alternatively, the output signal could be used in
               application logic to determine whether the internal transceiver power supply is on.

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               4       RF interface
               4.1         Connector types
               When mating to the QLOCATE RF connector, use MMCX male connectors from SAMTEC, part number
               MMCXP-P-H-ST-TH1. This is a thru hole printed circuit mount connector with the correct mechanical
               spacing to allow the QLOCATE to fit flush on the motherboard.

               Additional information can be found at: http://www.samtec.com.

               4.2         ANT connector
               The main RF connector for the QLOCATE is the antenna connector. This provides the RF connection
               between the QLOCATE and the host system motherboard.



                          Note:           For safety reasons, the RF connector on the QLOCATE is intended for an inter-board
                                          connection to the host system motherboard and should not be directly connected to an
                                          external antenna cable or cable distribution system. Paragraph 7.3 of EN60950-1:2006




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                                          safety standard requires that users are protected against high voltages that might
                                          appear on these cables. This can be achieved either by inserting a high-voltage
                                          isolating capacitor in series with the signal or by grounding the shield of the coaxial
                                          cable. The MMCX connectors have limited voltage capacity; therefore, protection
                                          needs to be provided on the developer’s motherboard. Developers are encouraged to
                                          review the EN60950-1:2006 standard for additional details.
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               4.2.1 Antenna characteristics
               The QLOCATE should be connected to an Iridium-band antenna with the following antenna connector
               characteristics in Table 4-1.

                                                                       Table 4-1: Antenna characteristics
                 Parameter                                                Value
                 Impedance                                                50 Ohms nominal
                 Gain (maximum)                                           3dBi
                 Polarization                                             RHCP
                 VSWR (maximum operational)                               1.5 : 1




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               4.3         RF interface specifications
               The RF interface requirements for the QLOCATE are summarized in Table 4-2 below.

                                                                        Table 4-2: General RF parameters
                 Parameter                                        Value
                 Frequency range                                  1616 MHz to 1626.5 MHz
                 Duplexing method                                 TDD (Time Domain Duplex)
                 Input/Output impedance                           50Ω
                 Multiplexing method                              TDMA/FDMA



               4.4         Radio characteristics
               Table 4-3 contains radio characteristics of the QLOCATE.

                                                                          Table 4-3: Radio characteristics




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                 Parameter                                                                                         Value
                 Average power during a transmit slot (max)                                                        1.6 W
                 Receiver sensitivity (typical level at module connector)                                          -117dBm
                 Max cable loss permitted                                                                          3dB
                 Link Margin – Downlink                                                                            13dB
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               5       Ratings and certifications
               5.1         Ratings
                                                                         Table 5-1: Environmental ratings
                 Parameter                                  Rating
                 Operating temperature                      -40C to +85C

                 Storage temperature                        -40C to +85C

                 Low pressure                               Up to 4 hours at 15000 ft elevation pressure

                 Humidity                                   Relative humidity range of 0% to 95% non-condensing at 65C

                                                            MIL SPEC 810E, Method 507.3 with test conditions.

                                                            Procedure I, Cycle 2
                                                            Procedure 1 simulates natural environmental cycles. It is conducted on test items
                                                            which are open to a frequently ventilated environment, Cycle 2 sconfiget temperature
                                                            at 24 deg C constant with humidity maintained at 95% minimum.




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                 Cyclic humidity                            Temperature/Cyclic Humidity Test, 5 days at -10C to 65C at 85% relative humidity

                 Thermal shock                              -40C to 85C (30 minutes at each temp, 10 cycles)

                 Mechanical shock                           20G, saw tooth profile, over an 11 msec period. (Three positive and three negative
                                                            shocks in each of three mutually perpendicular axes.)

                                                            SAEJ1455 shock requirements and those in MIL-STD-810E.
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                 Vibration                                  20 Hz to 2 KHz, 8 Grms vibration profile in each of three mutually perpendicular axes,
                                                            1 hour per axis,

                                                            10 Hz to 150 HZ, 0.5 g square/Hz vibration profile in each of three mutually
                                                            perpendicular axes, 1 hour per axis.

                                                            10 Hz to 150 HZ, 0.05 g^2/Hz vibration, 16 hours on each of three orthogonal axes

                                                            5 Hz to 20 Hz , 0.05 g^2/hz, and from 20 to 150 Hz, -3 dB/octave, 1 hour each axes.
                                                            Vibration requirements in MIL-STD-810E.

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               5.2         Certifications
                                                                                 Table 5-2: Certifications
                 Regulatory                                                                                                                         Rating / /Notes
                                                                                        Tests
                 Approval
                                        Radio                    EMC                                                     Electrical/
                                                                                                                         Mechanical/
                                                                                                                         Operational/
                                                                                                                         Safety
                 Iridium SBD                                                                                                                        Iridium Network Certification

                 FCC                    FCC CFR47                EN61000-4-2 : 1995/A2 : 2001 Part                                                  FCC ID: PB5NQLOCATE
                                        parts 2, 15,             4.2
                                        and 25                   EN61000-4-3 : 2002 Part 4.3                                                        See * FCC note below.
                                                                 EN61000-4-4 : 2004
                                                                 EN61000-4-6 : 1996/A1 : 2001 Part
                                                                 4.6
                                                                 EN55022:2006

                 Industry               Industry                                                                                                    IC: 4650A-QLOCATE




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                 Canada                 Canada
                                        RSS170 Iss. 1,
                                        Rev 1,                                                                                                      See ** Industry Canada note
                                        November 6,                                                                                                 below.
                                        1999

                 CE                     ETSI EN 301              ETSI EN301 489-1 V1.8.1(2008-04)   EN60950-1:2006 0168
                                        441 V1.1.1               ETSI EN 301 489-20 V1.2.1(2002-11) Part 1
                                        (2000-05)

               * FCC note
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               FCC Part 15 Class B - Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) (FCC 15.105)
               Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
               1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
               2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
                  operation.

               RF Exposure
               This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
               This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and
               your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
               transmitter.

               Unauthorized Changes
               QUAKE has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or
               modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

               Labelling Requirements for the Host device
               The host device shall be properly labelled to identify the modules within the host device. The certification
               label of the module shall be clearly visible at all times when installed in the host device, otherwise the
               host device must be labelled to display the FCC ID and IC of the module, preceded by the words
               "Contains transmitter module", or the word "Contains", or similar wording expressing the same meaning,
               as follows:

               Contains FCC ID: PB5NQLOCATE or Contains transmitter module FCC ID: PB5NQLOCATE

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               ** Industry Canada note

               Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type
               and maximum (or lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada.

               RF Exposure
               To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen
               that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that necessary for successful
               communication.

               This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The
               antenna should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your
               body. Antenna gain must be below: 3.0 dBi. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
               conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

               Unauthorized Changes
               QUAKE has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or
               modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

               This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the




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               following two conditions:
                    1. This device may not cause interference.
                    2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
                       operation of the device.

               CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)
               This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

               Labelling Requirements for the Host device
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               The host device shall be properly labelled to identify the modules within the host device. The certification
               label of the module shall be clearly visible at all times when installed in the host device, otherwise the
               host device must be labelled to display the IC of the module, preceded by the words "Contains transmitter
               module", or the word "Contains", or similar wording expressing the same meaning, as follows:

               Contains FCC ID: PB5NQLOCATE or Contains transmitter module FCC ID: PB5NQLOCATE
               Contains IC: 4650A-QLOCATE or Contains transmitter module IC: 4650A-QLOCATE

               French translation:
               Conformément à la réglementation d'Industrie Canada, le présent émetteur radio peut fonctionner
               avec une antenne d'un type et d'un gain maximal (ou inférieur) approuvé pour l'émetteur par
               Industrie Canada.

               QUAKE n’approuve aucune modification apportée à l’appareil par l’utilisateur, quelle qu’en soit la nature.
               Tout changement ou modification peuvent annuler le droit d’utilisation de l’appareil par l’utilisateur.

               Dans le but de réduire les risques de brouillage radioélectrique à l'intention des autres
               utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d'antenne et son gain de sorte que la puissance isotrope
               rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne dépasse pas l'intensité nécessaire à l'établissement d'une
               communication satisfaisante.

               Cet appareil est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements de la IC pour un environnement non
               contrôlé. L'antenne doit être installé de façon à garder une distance minimale de 20 centimètres entre la
               source de rayonnements et votre corps. Gain de l'antenne doit être ci-dessous: 3.0 dBi. L'émetteur ne
               doit pas être colocalisé ni fonctionner conjointement avec à autre antenne ou autre émetteur.

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               Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts
               de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire
               de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
               brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

               Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme à la norme canadienne ICES-003.

               L'appareil hôte doit être étiqueté comme il faut pour permettre l'identification des modules qui s'y trouvent.
               L'étiquette de certification du module donné doit être posée sur l'appareil hôte à un endroit bien en vue en
               tout temps. En l'absence d'étiquette, l'appareil hôte doit porter une étiquette donnant le FCC ID et le IC du
               module, précédé des mots « Contient un module d'émission », du mot « Contient » ou d'une formulation
               similaire exprimant le même sens, comme suit:

               Contains FCC ID: PB5NQLOCATE or Contains transmitter module FCC ID: PB5NQLOCATE
               Contains IC: 4650A-QLOCATE or Contains transmitter module IC: 4650A-QLOCATE




                          Note:            The QLOCATE complies with the standards for Radio Emissions Compliance,




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                                           and Canada, for host systems that provide safe connections to power supply and
                                           external antenna or a cable distribution system.
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               5.3         Regulatory Compliance

                     • FCC
                     • CE
                     • J1455




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               6       Technical drawings




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                                                                     Figure 6-1: QLOCATE dimensions (1)
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                                                                     Figure 6-2: QLOCATE dimensions (2)

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                                                                         Table 6-1: QLOCATE dimensions
                 Weight           .08 lbs. (0.036 kg)
                 Size             1.92” x 1.86” x .51” (48.76mm x 47.24 x 12.95)




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                                                                                   Figure 6-3: QLOCATE




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               7       Operation
               7.1         Installation recommendations
                     •      It is best to connect the UBATT (-) to chassis ground rather than to the (-) battery terminal.
                     •      The input voltage range is: 5 ± 0.5 VDC.
                     •      In order to protect wires installed within the engine compartment or along the undercarriage,
                            ensure that all wires are wrapped with wire loom.

               7.1.1 Mounting




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                                                                  Figure 7-1: QLOCATE mounting example

               Mounting notes:
               1. The example of a host system motherboard footprint in Figure 7-1 is shown for illustrative purposes
                  only. The host system may require a different PCB layout or mechanical arrangement.

               2. The QLOCATE is designed to be incorporated within a host system. It is therefore important that the
                  antenna or cable distribution system that feeds the host system be terminated in a robust RF
                  connector that is suitable for the end-application.

               3. Safety isolation requirements for external antennas or cable distribution systems should also be taken
                  into account when designing the motherboard. A suitably safe design for the RF connections should
                  be incorporated into the host system motherboard, ideally using a chassis-bonded ground connection
                  to the antenna cable shield.

               4. The surface below the modem should be a conductive ground plane to ensure that the modem bonds
                  to the motherboard ground system, thereby reducing the possibility of radiated emissions. This also
                  requires that the mounting screws be properly tightened to 7 pound-inches of torque.




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               5. The modem is to be installed in a “service access only” area not accessible by untrained personnel
                  and must be protected from inadvertent contact.

                                                       WARNING
                                                       HOT SURFACE
                                                       DO NOT TOUCH


                                         Although the modem dissipates very little power, its use in ambient temperatures in
                                         excess of 60 deg C will make the caseworks notably hot.




               7.2         Basic operation
               •     The QLOCATE with GPS/GLONASS contains both a GPS module and an Iridium satellite module.
                     Only one module is utilized at a time. Pin 5 is the line that controls which module is being used.
               •     For QLOCATEs without GPS/GLONASS, power must be applied and pin 5 should be asserted to turn




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                     on the QLOCATE, and de-asserted to turn off the QLOCATE.

               7.2.1 Iridium satellite
               When there is potential on pin 5 (3.3V), the Iridium module is utilized. The default baud rate for the
               Iridium module is 19200. From a terminal window set at 19200, basic AT commands can be used to
               control the module. Section 8.1 - Example: Send and receive a message outlines the steps to power on
               and send or retrieve a message.
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               7.2.2 GPS option
               When there is no potential on pin 5 (0V), the GPS module will be utilized rather than the Iridium module.
               The default baud rate for the GPS module is 9600. Through a terminal window the GPS NMEA strings
               can be seen. The module automatically starts a GPS read to acquire a fix when utilized.




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               The structure of the NMEA messages is shown below in Figure 7-2 and Figure 7-3.
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                                                                  Figure 7-2: NMEA message structure (1)




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                                                                  Figure 7-3: NMEA message structure (2)
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               8       AT Command Set Description
               The QLOCATE is configured and operated through the use of AT commands. See the ISU AT Command
               Set for the full set of AT commands and responses. See also the Iridium SBD Developer’s Guide for
               information on how SBD operates on the Iridium system.

               8.1         Example: Send and receive a message
               1. Power up the FA; it will attempt a registration.
               2. Upon successful registration, a message check is performed to see if any MT messages are queued;
                  2 messages are found.
               3. The first 90-byte message is sent and then retrieved from the MT buffer.
               4. The second 90-byte message is sent and then retrieved from the MT buffer.

                 To SSD                      To FA (from SSD)                              Description
                 (from FA)
                                                                                           Apply power to the SBD Subscriber Device (SSD)




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                                                                                           Wait for DSR to become asserted
                 AT+SBDREG?                                                                Query the SSD registration status
                                             +SBDREG:0                                     SSD is detached, i.e. un-registered
                 AT+SBDREG                                                                 Tell the SSD to register for ring alerts
                                             +SBDREG:2,0                                   SSD is now registered
                 AT+SBDSX                                                                  The Field Application software running on the DTE (FA) initiates
                                                                                           extended status check (values updated during +SBDREG
                                                                                           session).
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                                             +SBDSX: 0,23,0,-1,0,2                         SSD indicates that no ring alert is present but that 2 messages
                                                                                           are queued at the Gateway SBD Subsystem (GSS). (The ring
                                                                                           alert value will only change to 1 if ring alerts are enabled and a
                                                                                           message is received at the GSS while the modem is powered on
                                                                                           and registered)
                 AT+SBDIX                                                                  FA initiates an SBD session to download message
                                             +SBDIX:0,23,1,237,90,1                        SSD informs FA that a 90-byte message was successfully
                                                                                           received with MTMSN 237, and that one additional MT message
                                                                                           is queued at the GSS
                 AT+SBDRB                                                                  FA retrieves the received message from the SSD
                                             <binary transfer>
                 AT+SBDD1                                                                  Clear the MT message buffer.
                                             0
                 AT+SBDIX                                                                  FA initiates an SBD session to download the additional message
                                             +SBDIX:0,24,1,238,90,0                        SSD informs FA that a 90-byte message was successfully
                                                                                           received with MTMSN 238, and that no additional MT messages
                                                                                           are queued at the GSS
                 AT+SBDRB                                                                  FA retrieves the received message from the SSD
                                             <binary transfer>
                 AT+SBDD1                                                                  Clear the MT message buffer
                                             0

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               9       Modem Software
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               10 Appendix A – Glossary of terms
                 DTE            Data Terminal Equipment
                 FA             The Field Application software running on the DTE.
                 GSS            Gateway SBD Subsystem
                 MO             Mobile Originated (Iridium network) – messages that are sent from the modem.
                 MT             Mobile Terminated (Iridium network) – messages that are sent to the modem.
                 N/C            No Connect
                 SBD            Short Burst Data
                 SSD            SBD Subscriber Device




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