SL869T3-I Evaluation Kit
User Guide
1VV0301561 Rev. 2
2019-11-07
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Product Applicability Table
Table 0-1 Product Applicability Table
PRODUCT
SL869T3-I EVK
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Contents
NOTICE .......................................................................................................................................... 2
COPYRIGHTS ................................................................................................................................ 2
COMPUTER SOFTWARE COPYRIGHTS ...................................................................................... 2
USAGE AND DISCLOSURE RESTRICTIONS ............................................................................... 3
PRODUCT APPLICABILITY TABLE .............................................................................................. 4
CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................... 5
FIGURES ........................................................................................................................................ 7
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................. 8
1.1 Purpose .......................................................................................................................... 8
1.2 Contact and Support Information ..................................................................................... 8
1.3 Text Conventions ............................................................................................................ 8
1.4 Related Documents and Downloads ............................................................................... 9
1.4.1 Related Documents Requiring a Non-Disclosure Agreement ...................................... 9
1.5 Product Usage Notes ...................................................................................................... 9
EVALUATION KIT REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................... 10
EVALUATION KIT DESCRIPTION .................................................................................... 11
3.1 EVK Contents ............................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Evaluation Board Description ........................................................................................ 12
3.2.1 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board - CS1764 ..................................................................... 13
3.2.2 EVK Board Component Identification ........................................................................ 15
3.2.3 EVK Board Schematics ............................................................................................ 17
3.3 Module Image ............................................................................................................... 19
EVALUATION KIT SETUP ................................................................................................ 20
4.1 Preparation ................................................................................................................... 20
4.2 Install USB Driver .......................................................................................................... 20
4.3 Install Current Version of TelitView................................................................................ 22
4.4 Connect Antenna .......................................................................................................... 22
4.5 Connect Evaluation Board to PC ................................................................................... 22
4.6 Apply Power to the Module ........................................................................................... 22
4.7 Run TelitView ................................................................................................................ 22
USING TELITVIEW ........................................................................................................... 23
5.1 Launch TelitView Application......................................................................................... 23
5.2 Connect to EVK............................................................................................................. 23
5.2.1 Main Interface ........................................................................................................... 23
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5.2.2 Main Menu Bar ......................................................................................................... 24
5.2.3 “Connect to Receiver” window .................................................................................. 24
5.2.4 Connection Status .................................................................................................... 25
FLASHING FIRMWARE WITH X-LOADER ...................................................................... 26
6.1 Flashing Requirements ................................................................................................. 26
6.2 Flashing Instructions ..................................................................................................... 26
MESSAGE INTERFACE ................................................................................................... 28
7.1 Messages (Output) ........................................................................................................ 28
7.2 Commands (Input) ........................................................................................................ 28
7.3 Commands Description ................................................................................................. 29
DOCUMENT HISTORY ..................................................................................................... 30
TABLES
Table 0-1 Product Applicability Table ............................................................................................. 4
Table 3-1 SL869T3-I EVK Board Component Identification - CS1674 ........................................... 15
Table 7-1 Output messages .......................................................................................................... 28
Table 7-2 Commands .................................................................................................................... 29
Table 8-1 Document History .......................................................................................................... 30
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FIGURES
Figure 3-1 EVK Contents ............................................................................................................... 11
Figure 3-2 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board - CS1764......................................................................... 13
Figure 3-3 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board Components - CS1764 .................................................... 13
Figure 3-4 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board Components - CS1764 .................................................... 14
Figure 3-5 Jumpers Pre-installed for SL869T3-I Operation ............................................................ 16
Figure 3-6 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board Schematic Page 1/2 - CS1764 ........................................ 17
Figure 3-7 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board Schematic Page 2/2 - CS1764 ........................................ 18
Figure 3-8 SL869T3-I Module ........................................................................................................ 19
Figure 4-1 USB-COM Port Driver Installation ................................................................................ 20
Figure 4-2 Identify New COM Port ................................................................................................. 21
Figure 5-1 TelitView Application Icon............................................................................................. 23
Figure 5-2 Main Menu Bar and Tool Bar ........................................................................................ 24
Figure 5-3 “Connect to Receiver” window ...................................................................................... 24
Figure 5-4 Connection Status ........................................................................................................ 25
Figure 6-1 TESEO III X-Loader ..................................................................................................... 26
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Introduction
1.1 Purpose
This guide explains how to set up the SL869T3-I Evaluation Kit (EVK) to begin evaluating the
SL869T3-I GNSS modules.
1.2 Contact and Support Information
For general contact, technical support services, technical questions, and to report documentation
errors contact Telit Technical Support at:
• TS-EM[email protected]
• TS-AM[email protected]
• TS-APAC@telit.com
For detailed information about where you can buy the Telit modules or for recommendations on
accessories and components visit:
• http://www.telit.com
Our aim is to make this guide as helpful as possible. Keep us informed of your comments and
suggestions for improvements.
Telit appreciates feedback from the users of our information.
1.3 Text Conventions
Dates are in ISO 8601 format, i.e. YYYY-MM-DD.
Symbol
Description
Danger – This information MUST be followed or catastrophic equipment failure
and/or bodily injury may occur.
Caution or Warning – This is an important point about integrating the product into a
system. If this information is disregarded, the product or system may malfunction or
fail.
Tip – This is advice or suggestion that may be useful when integrating the product.
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1.4 Related Documents and Downloads
Visit http://www.telit.com/gnss/, under” NavIC+GPS” and select “SL869T3-I” for current
documentation and downloads.
• SL869T3-I Datasheet
• SL869T3-I Product User Guide, 1VV0301546
• V34 Software User Guide, 1VV0301590
• TelitView installation package
1.4.1 Related Documents Requiring a Non-Disclosure Agreement
• V34 Authorized Software User Guide, 1VV0301592
• T3 Antenna Sense Application Note, 80547NT11788A
1.5 Product Usage Notes
To prevent ESD and EOS damage, a properly grounded ESD wrist strap should
be worn when working inside the EVK
Do not alter jumpers or antenna connection while power is applied
Do not short the RF signal to ground if antenna voltage is installed.
Damage to the EVK may occur.
Always follow ESD safety precautions when utilizing the evaluation kit.
For additional documentation, please contact your sales representative.
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Evaluation Kit Requirements
The SL869T3-I module is specifically designed to meet the requirement to receive and process L5
band signals from the NavIC (formerly IRNSS) constellation along with GPS L1.
To use the SL869T3-I Evaluation Kit (EVK), you will need the following items:
1. SL869T3-I Evaluation Board (included in the kit)
2. GNSS L1 and L5 Antenna (included in the kit)
3. FTDI USB Drivers (included in Windows 10)
a. Also available at https://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm
4. Current version of TelitView (For installing, see section 4.3 Install Current Version of
TelitView)
5. A PC with a USB port and:
• Windows 7 or later
• .NET Framework 4.0
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Evaluation Kit Description
3.1 EVK Contents
The SL869T3-I EVK includes the following:
• Evaluation Board with the SL869T3-I Module
• L1+L5 Antenna
• Ground Plane
• USB cable 2m
Figure 3-1 EVK Contents
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3.2 Evaluation Board Description
IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
The Evaluation Board must be completely powered down (disconnected from the USB
cable) before changing any jumper or antenna connection.
The antenna supplied in the evaluation kit is designed to receive both L1 and L5
signals.
If it is desired to substitute a different antenna, it must also be designed for L1 and L5.
NOTE: The evaluation kit supplies 3.3V to the (active) antenna.
For a passive antenna, jumper PL113 must be removed.
Required External Connections
• Connect PC to UART-USB (PL102)
• Connect GPS(L1) +NavIC(L5) antenna to RF-IN (SO101)
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3.2.1 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board - CS1764
Figure 3-2 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board - CS1764
Figure 3-3 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board Components - CS1764
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Figure 3-4 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board Components - CS1764
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3.2.2 EVK Board Component Identification
Teseo 3
Evaluation Board Components
ID
Name
Description
DL101
TX LED
TX data display. Shows USB1-TX (COM port must be open)
DL102
1PPS LED
1PPS output display
PL 101
USB2
Reserved
PL 102
USB1-UART
Mini USB TX and RX. Connect to the PC
PL 104
Vcc Supply
Jumper to apply 3.3 V to the module Vcc
Required for normal operation
PL 105
Antenna Sense
Install jumper on pins 1-2 to use the 1 Ω current sense resistor
Note: PL 105 and 106 jumpers must be placed identically
PL 106
PL 107
Vbatt Supply
Jumper to apply 3.3 V to the module Vbatt.
Required if standby power is desired when Vcc is removed
PL 108
Module BOOT
Install a jumper on pins 2-3 (3.3V) before powering the unit up
to put the module into BOOT mode, for example, to re-flash.
Remove the jumper for normal operation
PL 110
Antenna Power
Must be installed for active antenna
Must be removed for passive antenna
PL 111
Reserved
Must be removed
PL 113
Reserved
Must be removed
PL 114
Antenna ON
source
Install jumper to connect Antenna ON to the module
Antenna_ON pin 4. Required if PL201 is jumpered 2-3
PL 115
Reserved
Must be removed
PL 201
Antenna Power
Control
Pins 1-2: AntPower LDO_Enable with ON/OFF switch
Pins 2-3: AntPower LDO_Enable with module Pin 4 output
PL114 must also be installed
SO 101
Antenna SMA
Antenna: RF Input + Vant
SO 102
1PPS Output SMA
1PPS buffered output
SW 101
Reset Switch
Pushbutton to reset the module
SW 201
ON/OFF Switch
Applies power to the module
Table 3-1 SL869T3-I EVK Board Component Identification - CS1674
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Figure 3-5 Jumpers Pre-installed for SL869T3-I Operation
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3.2.3 EVK Board Schematics
Figure 3-6 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board Schematic Page 1/2 - CS1764
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Figure 3-7 SL869T3-I Evaluation Board Schematic Page 2/2 - CS1764
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3.3 Module Image
Figure 3-8 SL869T3-I Module
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Evaluation Kit Setup
This section provides step-by-step instructions on how to setup the evaluation kit.
4.1 Preparation
IMPORTANT!
The Evaluation Board must be completely powered down (disconnected from the USB
cable) before changing any jumper or antenna connection.
The antenna supplied in the evaluation kit is designed to receive both L1 and L5
signals. If it is desired to substitute a different antenna, it must also be designed for L1
and L5.
The evaluation kit supplies 3.3V to the (active) antenna. For a passive antenna, jumper
PL113 must be removed.
1. Place the antenna face up in a location with a clear view of open sky.
4.2 Install USB Driver
When the EVB is first connected, the FTDI USB-COM port driver is automatically installed.
In case the driver does not get automatically installed, you can install the device drivers manually by
performing the following steps:
1. Download the driver from https://www.ftdichip.com/Drivers/VCP.htm
2. Double-click the USB driver executable CDM v2.12.00 WHQL Certified.exe file and follow
the steps to install the USB drivers.
Figure 4-1 USB-COM Port Driver Installation
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