Xircom EAG2919 User Manual

Eagle II GSM Radio Module Technical Manual Preliminary Draft: 08/31/00

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Part Number: 07100017 version 00.04

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The Eagle II module provides the following interfaces:

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Antenna connector, which allows the Eagle II module to communicate with other
GSM devices.

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Signals on the 60-pin I/O connector allow the carrier board of the application to
communicate with the Eagle II module. Two V.24 serial data interfaces allow
simultaneously holding a circuit-switched call while sending and receiving SMS
messages

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LED indicator provides a visual indicator for the operational status of the module

Refer to the Eagle II Interface Control Drawing (ICD), Document # 06700103, for the
physical locations of these interfaces.

Note: For optimum performance and reliability, ensure that all mating connectors
have a minimum of .76 microns (30 micro-inches) of gold plating on contact
surfaces.

The Eagle II module is designed to support interchangeable antenna types, provided that
each antenna has 50-ohm impedance and has been tuned to the frequency band
intended.

The Eagle II module provides a connector for either a female SMA-type antenna
(standard) or a female MCX antenna (optional). This allows a choice in the type of
antenna configuration best suited for the application. The SMA-type connector is
recommended for high-vibration or mobile environments.

The Eagle II module communicates with the carrier board via a 60-pin, dual-row, surface-
mount connector with a 0.8 mm pitch.