COM-1480
PC/104
-Plus High Speed Multimode Wireless Communication Module
USER MANUAL
Rev 3.1 – 24 January 2012 – COM-1480_UserMan_EN_3.1
© 2012 Eurotech
Trademarks
All trademarks both marked and unmarked appearing in this document are the property of their respective
owners.
Revision history
REVISION
DESCRIPTION
DATE
2.0
First release Hardware & Software manual joined together
18 September 2010
2.1
New manual layout
17 October 2008
2.2
• New manual layout
• Added COM-1480 versions on page 12
•
Minor changes
21 April 2010
3.0
Complete manual update
21 December 2011
3.1
Updated HSUPA features
24 January 2012
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Table of contents
Trademarks .................................................................................................................................................................. 2
Revision history ........................................................................................................................................................... 2
Table of contents .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Important user information .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Alerts that can be found throughout this manual ......................................................................................................... 5
Safety notices and warnings ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere .......................................................................................................... 6
Antistatic precautions ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Connection to power supply or other devices ........................................................................................................ 6
Installation .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Ventilation............................................................................................................................................................... 7
Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
Cleaning ................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Life support policy ........................................................................................................................................................ 8
Warranty ...................................................................................................................................................................... 8
CE notice ..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
WEEE .......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
RoHS ........................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Technical assistance ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Transportation ........................................................................................................................................................ 9
Device labelling ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Product overview ........................................................................................................................................................ 10
Product specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 11
Jumpers Description .................................................................................................................................................. 12
LED Indicators Description ........................................................................................................................................ 13
Connectors Description ............................................................................................................................................. 14
How to connect your product to other PC/104 & PC/104-Plus devices .................................................................... 15
The ISA bus: J1 and J2 ........................................................................................................................................ 15
The PCI bus: J3 ................................................................................................................................................... 16
The stack assembly ............................................................................................................................................. 17
HSUPA Section ......................................................................................................................................................... 18
J13: HSUPA Antenna Connector ......................................................................................................................... 18
J4: External SIM card holder ................................................................................................................................ 18
J8: On-board Push/Push SIM card holder ........................................................................................................... 19
GPS Section .............................................................................................................................................................. 20
J9: GPS Antenna Connector ................................................................................................................................ 20
LD4: GPS acquisition status ................................................................................................................................ 20
Configuration Notes ............................................................................................................................................. 21
Audio Section ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
J5: External analog audio interface ...................................................................................................................... 21
O. S. specifications ..................................................................................................................................................... 22
Windows CE 5.0 specifications ................................................................................................................................. 22
Prerequisites ........................................................................................................................................................ 22
Software provided ................................................................................................................................................ 22
Install instructions ................................................................................................................................................. 22
Access the HSDPA .............................................................................................................................................. 22
Access the GPS ................................................................................................................................................... 22
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Windows XP/XPe specifications ................................................................................................................................ 23
Install instructions ................................................................................................................................................. 23
Access the HSDPA .............................................................................................................................................. 23
Access the GPS ................................................................................................................................................... 23
Linux specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 24
Accessing the HSDPA ......................................................................................................................................... 24
Accessing the GPS .............................................................................................................................................. 24
Windows XP driver installation.................................................................................................................................. 25
Installing the GPS ports – Part 1 ............................................................................................................................... 25
Installing the GPS ports – Part 2 ............................................................................................................................... 28
Installing the GPS ports – NMEA Verification ........................................................................................................... 31
Installing the Modem ports ........................................................................................................................................ 34
AT commands supported ........................................................................................................................................... 37
Physical characteristics ............................................................................................................................................. 38
Electrical Operating Characteristics .......................................................................................................................... 38
Environmental Characteristics ................................................................................................................................... 38
MTBF ......................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Mechanical Characteristics ........................................................................................................................................ 39
Notes ............................................................................................................................................................................ 41
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Important user information
Please carefully read and understand the instructions in this manual before using the device.
Whenever you have any doubts regarding the operation of this device, first consult this manual, and then if you
are still unable to resolve your issue, contact the Eurotech Technical Support Team for assistance.
To lower the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire or damage to equipment, you must observe the
following precautions, as well as using good technical judgment, whenever installing or using this
device.
Eurotech has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of this document; however, Eurotech assumes no
liability resulting from any error/omission in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein.
Eurotech reserves the right to revise this document or to make changes to its content at any time without any
obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes.
Alerts that can be found throughout this manual
SYMBOL
MEANING
DANGER!
Information highlighting potential electrical shock hazards:
• Personal injury or death could occur.
• Damage to the system, connected peripheral devices, or software could occur.
Always use appropriate safety precautions. Also ensure that the installation meets all the requirements as
set out for the environment that the equipment will be deployed in.
WARNING!
Information highlighting potential hazards:
• Personal injury or death could occur.
• Damage to the system, connected peripheral devices, or software could occur.
Always use appropriate safety precautions. Also ensure that the installation meets all the requirements as
set out for the environment that the equipment will be deployed in.
NOTE
These will highlight important features or instructions.
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Safety notices and warnings
Users must observe the following safety precautions during all phases of operation, service, and repair of the
device. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates
safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the device.
Eurotech assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.
The safety precautions listed below represent warnings of certain dangers of which Eurotech is aware. You, as
the user of the device, should follow these warnings and all other safety precautions necessary for the safe
operation of the device in your operating environment.
Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere
WARNING!
Do not operate the equipment in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of any
electrical equipment in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
Antistatic precautions
WARNING!
To avoid ESD (Electro Static Discharge) damage, always use appropriate antistatic precautions
when handing any electronic equipment.
Connection to power supply or other devices
DANGER!
Before applying power to the system, thoroughly review all installation, operation, and safety
instructions.
Failure to install the system power supply correctly or to follow all operating instructions correctly
may create an electrical shock hazard, which can result in personal injury or loss of life, and/or
damage to equipment or other property
• To avoid injuries, always disconnect power and discharge circuits before touching them.
• Only start the device with a power supply that meets the requirements stated on the voltage label. In
case of uncertainties about the required power supply, please contact the Eurotech Technical Support
Team or the electricity authority
• Before connecting other equipment carefully read any supplied instructions
• Always disconnect the power before connecting or disconnecting cables
• Do not perform connections with wet hands
• Check any power cords for damage before use
• Use certified power cables. The power cable must meet the requirements (voltage and current) of the
device.
• Position cables with care. Avoid positioning cables in places where they may be trampled on or
compressed by objects placed on them. Take particular care of the plug, power-point and outlet of
power cable
• Avoid overcharging any power outlets
• Only apply power to the device or connected equipment after checking that all the above conditions
have been met
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Installation
WARNING!
• Verify that the mounting location can withstand the added loads caused by the addition of the device, it
should be firmly secured so that it will not cause any potentially hazardous situations (e.g. falling down
due to vibration or shock)
•
Do not operate the device near heat sources or flames.
NOTE:
If the device must be moved from one place to another with different ambient temperatures, ensure sufficient
time for the temperature of the device to stabilize before repowering.
Ventilation
WARNING!
Ensure adequate ventilation to avoid overheating, Eurotech suggests the following steps:
• When installing the device within a cabinet, rack or other enclosed space, be sure to leave sufficient
space to allow adequate air circulation
• Do not block any ventilation openings
Maintenance
DANGER!
• Never open, dismantle or repair the device!
• For your maintenance or repair requirement please contact a qualified Eurotech engineer.
If the device does not function correctly and you are unable to find a solution, feel free to contact
the Eurotech Technical Support Team.
If the equipment does not work properly - especially if smells unusual - unplug it immediately and contact the
Eurotech Technical Support Team (see last page of this manual for details).
Cleaning
WARNING!
When you clean the device, remember to:
• Ensure sufficient ESD protection during the cleaning process.
• Remove any power from the device.
• When cleaning an enclosed system or peripheral use a dry cloth on the external casing.
• With single boards, use only a low power air brush or soft bristled paintbrush.
• Do not use detergents, aerosol sprays, solvents or abrasive sponges.
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Life support policy
WARNING!
Users must not use Eurotech products as critical components of life support devices or systems without the
express written approval of Eurotech Spa.
Warranty
Please contact your local Eurotech Sales Office for detailed warranty terms and conditions.
See the last page of this manual for further details.
CE notice
This product has the CE labelling in accordance with the 1999/5/EC regulations.
Eurotech shall not be liable for use of its products with equipment (i.e. power supplies,
personal computers, etc.) that are not CE marked.
WEEE
The information below complies with the regulations set out in the 2002/96/EC directive, subsequently
superseded by 2003/108/EC. It refers electrical and electronic equipment and the waste management of such
products.
When disposing of a device, including all of its components, subassemblies and materials that are an integral
part of the product, you should consider the WEEE directive.
The use of the following symbol, attached to the equipment, packaging, instruction
literature, or the guarantee sheet, states that the device has been marketed after August
13th 2005, and implies that you must separate all of its components when possible, and
dispose of them in accordance with local waste disposal legislations:
• Because of the substances present in the equipment, improper use or disposal of the refuse can cause
damage to human health and the environment.
• With reference to WEEE, it is compulsory not to dispose of the equipment with normal urban refuse; an
arrangement for separate collection and disposal is essential.
• To avoid any possible legal implications users should contact the local waste collection body for full recycling
information.
RoHS
This device, including all the components, subassemblies and the consumable materials that are an integral
part of the product, have been manufactured in compliance with the European directive 2002/95/EC known as
the RoHS directive (Restrictions of the use of certain Hazardous Substances). This directive targets the
reduction of certain hazardous substances previously used in electrical and electronic equipment (EEE).
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Technical assistance
For any technical questions, or if you cannot isolate a problem with your device, or for any enquiry about repair
and returns policies, feel free to contact your local Eurotech Technical Support Team (see the last page of this
manual for details).
Transportation
When transporting any module or system, for any reason, it should be packed using anti-static material and
placed in a sturdy box with enough packing material to adequately cushion it.
Warning:
Any product returned to Eurotech that is damaged due to inappropriate packaging will not be
covered by the warranty!
Device labelling
On the external side of the ISA Bus connector, you will find several labels displaying the following:
• Batch Number
• Serial Number
• Model Number
• Hardware Revision
NOTE:
The actual location of these labels may vary depending on the product purchased.
For example: If no ISA bus is present, the PCI bus may be used instead.
However, the labelling formats will remain the same
Serial Number
Model Number
Hardware Revision
Batch Number
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Product overview
This manual describes the main characteristics of the Eurotech COM-1480.
The COM-1480 is a highly integrated low power PC/104-Plus board with advanced wireless communication
technologies, making it the ideal choice for a wide spectrum of mobile applications.
The COM-1480 integrates the Sierra Wireless MC8790V embedded HSUPA module and the Fastrax iTRAX03
GPS receiver.
The Sierra Wireless MC8790V module provides wide area wireless data access at speeds up to 7.2 Mbps
downlink and up to 5.76 Mbps uplink. The module offers UMTS/HSPA and quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE
network access.
The Fastrax iTRAX03 is a low-power, high-sensitivity, 12-channel GPS receiver.
The COM-1480 is available in two configurations:
• COM-1480-03: This is the standard configuration where the HSUPA module is installed on the bottom
side of the board
• COM-1480-02: This is the optional configuration where the HSUPA module is installed on the top side
of the board
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Product specifications
SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION
General features
• PC/104-Plus compliant architecture
• MCX antenna connectors
• External SIM connector
• External audio interface
Main HSUPA features
Model:
Sierra Wireless MC8790V
Air interface:
HSUPA, HSDPA, EDGE, GPRS, GSM
Frequency bands:
WCDMA 850/1900/2100 MHz
EDGE/GPRS/GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
Key features:
Peak downlink speeds up to 7.2 Mbps
Peak uplink speeds up to 5.76 Mbps
Main GPS features
Model:
Fastrax iTrax03
Receiver:
GPS L1 C/A-code, SPS
Channels:
12, independent
Protocols:
NMEA-0183 and proprietary iTalk™ binary protocol
Update rate:
1 fix/s (user configurable up to 3 Hz)
Accuracy:
Position: 1.2 m (CEP95)
Velocity: 0.1 m/s
Time: 20 ns RMS
Reacquisition:
100 ms (typical)
Tracking Sensitivity:
156 -dBm
Power consumption:
100 mW typical (without antenna bias)
Serial port configuration:
Port 0: NMEA (default), iTALK optional
Port 1: iTalk
Serial data format:
8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
Serial data speed:
600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800, 38400,
57600, 115200, 230400, 460800, 921600 baud.
NMEA: 4800 (default), iTalk: 115200 (default).
Power Supply
• Nominal input voltage 5.0 V DC
• Nominal input current 0.6 A
For further information refer to ‘Electrical Operating Characteristics’ on page 38
Temperature
• Operating: -25 to +60 °C
• Storage : -30°C to +85 °C
Relative Humidity
<95% at 40°C non-condensing
MTBF (Ground benign; +25 °C)
397000 hours
Dimensions (L x W x H; mm)
254 x 129 x 83
Available Operating System
•
Windows CE 5.0, XP, XPe; Linux
Optional features/Accessories
• Conformal coating
• Custom Connectors
• Antenna starter kits with magnetic mount GSM/GPS antennas:
o ACS-9110-01 (5-band HSDPA antenna kit)
o ACS-9111-00 (GPS antenna kit)
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Jumpers Description
Each jumper is shown as JP followed by its designated number.
Figure 1. Jumpers location
Jumper
Type
Function
Options
Default
JP1 and JP2
2 pin
PCI slot
selection
JP2 JP1 SLOT
Closed Closed Slot #1
Closed Open Slot #2
Open Closed Slot #3
Open Open Slot #4
Slot #1
JP3
2 pin
Reserved
-
Open
JP4
2 pin
Reserved
-
Open
Table 1. Jumper Functions
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LED Indicators Description
Each LED is shown as LD followed by its designated number.
Figure 2. LED locations
LED #
Status / Function
Colour
LD1
Reserved
Green
LD2
Reserved
Green
LD3
HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE card status:
ON: HSDPA module activity
OFF: No HSDPA module activity
Green
LD4
GPS acquisition status (Pulse per Second: PPS):
OFF: No satellites acquired
Blinking: Satellites acquired (PPS present)
Green
Table 2. LED functions
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Connectors Description
Connectors are shown as J followed by its designated number and a red pad indicates pin 1.
Connectors J10, J11, J12, J14, J15, J17 and J18 are reserved and will not be described.
Figure 3. Connector layout: top and bottom sides
Connector #
Function
Format
Q.ty of pins
Pitch (mm)
Counterpart
J1
PC/104 (PC/XT)
PC104
Ept 962-61323-12
64 (32x2)
2.54
PC104
Ept 962-61323-12
J2
PC/104 (PC/AT)
PC104
Ept 962-61203-12
40 (20x2)
2.54
PC104
Ept 962-61203-12
J3
PC/104-Plus
PC104-Plus
Ept 264-60303-12
120 (30x4)
2.00
PC104-Plus
Ept 264-60303-12
J4
External SIM connector
Male HE14 Header
AMP 281742-6
10 (5x2)
2.54
Female HE14 Housing
AMP 281839-5
J5
External audio interface
Male HE14 Header
AMP 281742-6
10 (5x2)
2.54
Female HE14 Housing
AMP 281839-5
J6 / J6A
Mini PCI express socket
(For the HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE card)
Mini PCI Express SMT
52
-
-
J7 / J7A(*)
Mini PCI express socket
(For the HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE card)
Mini PCI Express SMT
52
-
-
J8
On-board Push/Push SIM card
holder
SIM Push-push SMT
-
2.00
-
J9
GPS antenna connector
Female Coax MCX
-
-
Male Coax MCX
J13
HSDPA/UMTS/EDGE
antenna connector
Female Coax MCX
-
-
Male Coax MCX
(*) This configuration is optional. Contact Eurotech for further information.
Table 3. Connector Functions
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How to connect your product to other PC/104 & PC/104-Plus devices
The ISA bus: J1 and J2
The ISA Bus (J1 and J2) allows you to connect the COM-1480 according to the PC/104 specifications.
J1 and J2 include KEY pins (B10 and C20); these are filled holes in the upper side and missing pins in the lower
side of the bus. KEY pins avoid the incorrect connection with other modules.
Figure 4. ISA bus layout
J1
Pin #
Signal
Pin #
Signal
A1
IOCHK#
B1
GND
A2
SD7
B2
RSTDRV
A3
SD6
B3
VDD
A4
SD5
B4
IRQ9
A5
SD4
B5
-5V
A6
SD3
B6
DRQ2
J2
A7
SD2
B7
-12V
Pin #
Signal
Pin #
Signal
A8
SD1
B8
ZEROWS#
D1
GND
C1
GND
A9
SD0
B9
+12V
D2
MEMCS16#
C2
SBHE#
A10
IOCHRDY
B10
KEY pin
D3
IOCS16#
C3
LA23
A11
AEN
B11
SMEMW#
D4
IRQ10
C4
LA22
A12
SA19
B12
SMEMR#
D5
IRQ11
C5
LA21
A13
SA18
B13
IOW#
D6
IRQ12
C6
LA20
A14
SA17
B14
IOR#
D7
IRQ15
C7
LA19
A15
SA16
B15
DACK3#
D8
IRQ14/ROMCS#
C8
LA18
A16
SA15
B16
DRQ3
D9
DACK0#
C9
LA17
A17
SA14
B17
DACK1#
D10
DRQ0
C10
MEMR#
A18
SA13
B18
DRQ1
D11
DACK5#
C11
MEMW#
A19
SA12
B19
REFRESH#
D12
DRQ5
C12
SD8
A20
SA11
B20
SYSCLK
D13
DACK6#
C13
SD9
A21
SA10
B21
IRQ7
D14
DRQ6
C14
SD10
A22
SA9
B22
IRQ6
D15
DACK7#
C15
SD11
A23
SA8
B23
IRQ5
D16
DRQ7
C16
SD12
A24
SA7
B24
IRQ4
D17
VDD
C17
SD13
A25
SA6
B25
IRQ3
D18
MASTER#
C18
SD14
A26
SA5
B26
DACK2#
D19
GND
C19
SD15
A27
SA4
B27
TC
D20
GND
C20
KEY pin
A28
SA3
B28
BALE
A29
SA2
B29
VDD
A30
SA1
B30
OSC
A31
SA0
B31
GND
A32
GND
B32
GND
Table 4. ISA bus pinout
NOTES:
• The ISA bus signals are not used by the COM-1480 board
• For further information about the ISA bus refer to the PC/104 consortium website www.pc104.org
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The PCI bus: J3
The PCI bus (J3) allows you to connect the COM-1480 according to the PC/104-Plus specifications.
Figure 5. PCI BUS layout
Pin #
A
B
C
D
1
GND
Reserved
+5
AD00
2
VI/O
AD02
AD01
+5V
3
AD05
GND
AD04
AD03
4
C/BE0#
AD07
GND
AD06
5
GND
AD09
AD08
GND
6
AD11
VI/O
AD10
M66EN
7
AD14
AD13
GND
AD12
8
+3.3V
C/BE1#
AD15
+3.3V
9
SERR#
GND
Reserved
PAR
10
GND
PERR#
+3.3V
Reserved
11
STOP#
+3.3V
LOCK#
GND
12
+3.3V
TRDY#
GND
DEVSEL#
13
FRAME#
GND
IRDY#
+3.3V
14
GND
AD16
+3.3V
C/BE2#
15
AD18
+3.3V
AD17
GND
16
AD21
AD20
GND
AD19
17
+3.3V
AD23
AD22
+3.3V
18
IDSEL0
GND
IDSEL1
IDSEL2
19
AD24
C/BE3#
VI/O
IDSEL3
20
GND
AD26
AD25
GND
21
AD29
+5V
AD28
AD27
22
+5V
AD30
GND
AD31
23
REQ0#
GND
REQ1#
VI/O
24
GND
REQ2#
+5V
GNT0#
25
GNT1#
VI/O
GNT2#
GND
26
+5V
CLK0
GND
CLK1
27
CLK2
+5V
CLK3
GND
28
GND
INTD#
+5V
RST#
29
+12V
INTA#
INTB#
INTC#
30
-12V
REQ3#
GNT3#
GND
Table 5. J3 pinout
NOTE:
For further information about the PCI bus refer to the PC/104 consortium website www.pc104.org
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The stack assembly
The ISA and PCI buses of the COM-1480 are designed to allow it to be connected with other PC/104 and/or
PC/104-Plus devices and form a stack assembly.
Follow this procedure to ensure that the stack assembly is assembled in the right way.
WARNING!
Appropriate ESD (Electro Static Discharge) precautions should be used for the following procedure.
1. Make sure that all the power sources are turned off
2. Select and install standoffs as required to correctly position the module on the stack
3. Remove the module from its anti-static bag
4. Check the stacking order; make sure an XT bus card will not be placed between two AT bus cards or it will
interrupt the AT bus signals.
5. Check that keying pins in the ISA bus are correctly positioned
6. Hold the module by its edges and orient it so that the bus connector pins line up with the matching connector
on the stack.
7. Press the module evenly onto the stack.
Figure 6 shows a typical module stack with:
• two PC/104 modules
• one PC/104 16-BIT module
• one PC/104 8-BIT module.
The maximum number of modules is four in addition to the Host Board.
Figure 6. A typical module stack
WARNING!
Do not force the module onto the stack!
Wiggling the module or applying too much pressure may damage it.
If the module does not readily press into place, remove it, check for bent pins or out-of-place keying
pins, and try again.
0.6 in. (15mm) Spacers (4 plcs.)
Stackthrough
8-bit module
0.435 in. (11 mm)
0.6 in. (15 mm)
Stackthrough
16-bit module
Stackthrough
PC/104Plus module
Non-Stackthrough
PC/104Plus module
0.6 in. (15mm) Spacers (4 plcs.)
0.6 in. (15mm) Spacers (4 plcs.)
0.100 in. (2.54 mm)
0.062 in. (1.57 mm)
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HSUPA Section
Warning:
Before using the HSUPA features, read the safety and hazards notices contained in the manual of
the HSUPA card installed on-board your COM-1480.
Contact the Eurotech Technical Support Team for further information.
J13: HSUPA Antenna Connector
J13 is a Female MCX connector for the HSUPA antenna.
Figure 7. J13 layout
The antenna you will select must support the frequencies displayed in “Product specifications” on page 11. The
starter kit (ACS-9110-01) contains a high quality antenna and adapter cable: refer to the technical datasheet
Td0033 (www.eurotech.com/DLA/AN/Td0033.pdf).
For further information on compatible antennas, please contact your local OEM accessories distributor.
J4: External SIM card holder
J4 allows you to connect an external SIM card holder.
Figure 8. J4 layout
Pin #
Function
Pin #
Function
1
Ground
2
Power
3
Reset
4
Ground
5
Data
6
Ground
7
Clock
8
SIM presence
9
Power
10
Ground
Table 6. J4 Pinout
Warning:
DO NOT USE J4 and J8 at the same time.
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J8: On-board Push/Push SIM card holder
J8 is a Push/Push (Push to lock / Push to Eject) SIM card holder.
It is located on the bottom side of the COM-1480.
Insert the SIM card as showed in the figure below.
Figure 9. J8 layout and SIM card insertion guideline
Warning:
DO NOT USE J4 and J8 at the same time.
Important SIM card notes
• It is recommended to select only good quality SIM cards, reliable for automotive applications (enhanced
performance SIM cards).
If the SIM card fails to operate and communicate with the wireless engine the COM-1480 will no longer
operate.
Please consult your mobile operator for availability of enhanced performance SIM cards.
• The on-board SIM card-holder has an internal locking mechanism that will only open with user
intervention.
• Optionally, an external SIM-card solution is available. Contact Eurotech for further information.
Warning:
Only insert or remove the SIM card when the power is OFF!
SIM card
Push to lock / Push to eject
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GPS Section
The COM-1480 integrates the Fastrax iTrax03 12-channel low power GPS receiver:
FEATURE
DESCRIPTION
Model
Fastrax iTrax03
Receiver
GPS L1 C/A-code, SPS
Channels
12, independent
Protocols
NMEA-0183 and proprietary iTalk™ binary protocol
Update rate
1 fix/s (user configurable up to 3 Hz)
Accuracy
• Position: 1.2 m (CEP95)
• Velocity: 0.1 m/s
•
Time: 20 ns RMS
Reacquisition
100 ms (typical)
Tracking Sensitivity
156 -dBm
Power consumption
100 mW typical (without antenna bias)
Serial port configuration
• Port 0: NMEA (default), iTALK optional
•
Port 1: iTalk
Serial data format
8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit
Serial data speed (baud)
600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 14400, 19200, 28800, 38400,
57600, 115200, 230400, 460800, 921600
NMEA: 4800 (default), iTalk: 115200 (default).
Note
Most of the active GPS antennas on the market are supported
J9: GPS Antenna Connector
J9 is a Female MCX connector for the GPS antenna.
Notes:
• The antenna BIAS voltage is +3.3V
• When making interface cables or connectors for the antenna, make sure you use high quality low loss
50-Ohm cables and connectors
• Every connector and added cable length adds to the attenuation of the antenna signals. If long
antenna cables are used, special consideration to antenna gain should be taken to make sure the
antenna gain is high enough not to degrade the signal. It is suggested the active antenna has a net
gain including cable loss in the range from +6 dB to +32 dB.
The starter kit (ACS-9110-00) contains a high quality antenna and adapter cable: refer to the technical
datasheet Td0006 (http://www.eurotech.com/DLA/AN/Td0006.pdf
).
For further information on compatible antennas, please contact your local OEM accessories distributor.
Figure 10. J9 and LD4 layout
LD4: GPS acquisition status
LD4 is a green LED that indicates the GPS acquisition status (Pulse per Second: PPS) according to the
following table:
LD 4 Status
Function
OFF
No satellites acquire
Blinking
Satellites acquired (PPS present)
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