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LCUK54-WWD
Hardware Design
LTE-A Series
Version: 1.0.0
Date: 2024-04-01
Status: Preliminary

LCUK54-WWD Module

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Revision History 

Version Date Description
2024-04-01 Creation of the document
1.0.0 2024-04-01 Preliminary

Introduction

This document defines LCUK54-WWD module and describes its air and hardware interfaces which are connected to your applications.
This document can help you quickly understand the interface specifications, electrical and mechanical details as well as other related information of the module. Besides, reference designs will be offered to exemplify diverse applications of the modules. With this hardware design coupled with application notes and user guides, you can use the module to design and set up mobile applications easily.

1.1. Reference Standard
The module complies with the following standards:

  • PCI Express M.2 Specification Revision 4.0
  • Universal Serial Bus Specification, Revision 4.0
  • ISO/IEC 7816-3
  • MIPI Alliance Specification for RF Front-End Control Interface Version 2.0
  • 3GPP TS 27.007 and 3GPP TS 27.005
  •  3GPP TS 34.121-1 and 3GPP TS 36.521-1

1.2. Special Marks
Table 1: Special Marks 

Mark Definition
 

 

*

Unless otherwise specified, an asterisk (*) after a function, feature, interface, pin name, command, argument, and so on indicates that it is under development and currently not supported; and the asterisk (*) after a model indicates that the model sample is currently unavailable.
[…] Brackets ([…]) used after a pin enclosing a range of numbers indicate all pins of the same type. For example, SDIO_DATA[0:3] refers to all four SDIO pins: SDIO_DATA0, SDIO_DATA1, SDIO_DATA2, and SDIO_DATA3.

Product Overview

2.1. Frequency Bands and Functions
LCUK54-WWD is an LTE-A/UMTS/HSPA+ wireless communication module with diversity receiver. It provides data connectivity on LTE-FDD, LTE-TDD, DC-HSDPA, HSPA+, HSDPA, HSUPA and WCDMA networks. It is standard WWAN M.2 Key-B module. For more details, see PCI Express M.2 Specification Revision 4.0.
It supports embedded operating systems such as Windows, Linux and Android, and also provides GNSS 1 to meet specific application demands.
The following table shows the frequency bands and GNSS functions of the module. For details about CA combinations, you can see document [1].
Table 2: Frequency Bands and GNSS Function 

Mode Frequency Band
LTE-FDD (with Rx-diversity) B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B14/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26 /B28/B29 2/B30/B32 2/B66/B71
LTE-TDD (with Rx-diversity) B34/B38/B39/B40*/B41/B42/B43/B46 2/B48 (CBRS)
WCDMA (with Rx-diversity) B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B6/B8/B19

*Note :B40 not for FCC/IC

2.2. Key Features
Table 3: Key Features

Feature Details
Function Interface PCI Express M.2 Interface
Power Supply • Supply voltage: 3.135–4.4 V
• Typical supply voltage: 3.3 V
 (U)SIM Interfaces • Compliant with ISO/IEC 7816-3 and ETSI and IMT-2000 requirements
• Supports (U)SIM card: 1.8/3.0 V
• Supports Dual SIM Single Standby (one eSIM and one USIM interface)
  1. GNSS function is optional.
  2. LTE-FDD B29/B32 and LTE-TDD B46 support Rx only and is only for secondary component carrier.
eSIM Optional eSIM function
 

 

 

 

USB Interface

• Reserves USB 3.0 interface
• Compliant with USB 3.0 and 2.0 specifications, with maximum transmission rates up to 5 Gbps on USB 3.0 and 480 Mbps on USB 2.0
• Used for AT command communication, data transmission, firmware upgrade (USB 2.0 only), software debugging and GNSS NMEA sentence output
• Supports USB serial drivers:
–        Windows 10/11
–        Linux 2.6–6.x
–        Android 4.x–13.x
PCM Interface* (Reserved) • Used for audio function through an external codec
• Supports 16-bit linear data format
• Supports long and short frame synchronization
• Supports master and slave modes, but must be in master mode in long frame synchronization
PCIe Interface (Reserved) • Compliant with PCI Express Base Specification Revision 2.0
• Supports one PCIe interface, up to 5 Gbps/lane
• Used for data transmission
• RC mode only
Rx-diversity LTE/WCDMA
Antenna Interfaces • Main antenna connector and diversity/GNSS antenna connector
• 50 Ω impedance
 

Transmitting Power

• WCDMA: Class 3 (23 dBm ±2 dB)
• LTE B7/B38/40/B41: Class 3 (23 dBm ±1 dB)
• LTE B30: Class 3 (22 dBm ±1 dB)
• LTE B42/B43/B48: Class 3 (21 dBm ±1 dB)
• LTE other bands: Class 3 (23.5 dBm ±1 dB)
LTE Features • Supports 3GPP Rel-12 LTE-FDD and LTE-TDD
• LTE-FDD: Max. 300 Mbps (DL)/50 Mbps (UL)
• LTE-TDD: Max. 226 Mbps (DL)/28 Mbps (UL)
• Supports CA category: up to DL CA Cat 6
• Supports 1.4/3/5/10/15/20 MHz RF bandwidth
• Supported modulations:
–        Downlink: QPSK, 16QAM and 64QAM modulations
–        Uplink: QPSK and 16QAM modulations
UMTS Features • Supports 3GPP Rel-9 DC-HSDPA, HSPA+, HSDPA, HSUPA and WCDMA
• Supported modulations:
–        Downlink: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM and 64QAM modulations
–        Uplink: BPSK, QPSK
• Maximum transmission data rates 3:
–        DC-HSDPA: 42 Mbps (DL)
–        HSUPA: 5.76 Mbps (UL)
–        WCDMA: 384 kbps (DL)/384 kbps (UL)
GNSS Features 3 • Supports GPS, GLONASS, BDS, Galileo and QZSS
• Data update rate: 1 Hz by default
AT Commands • Compliant with 3GPP TS 27.007 and 3GPP TS 27.005
• Enhanced AT commands

3 GNSS function is optional.

Internet Protocol Features Supports QMI/MBIM/NITZ/HTTP/HTTPS
Firmware Upgrade • USB 2.0
• DFOTA
SMS • Point-to-point MO and MT
• Text and PDU modes
• SMS cell broadcast
• SMS storage: ME by default
Physical Characteristics • M.2 Key-B
• Size: 30.0 mm × 42.0 mm × 2.3 mm
• Weight: approx. 6.2 g
Temperature Ranges • Operating temperature range 4: -25 to +75 °C
• Extended temperature range 5: -40 to +85 °C
• Storage temperature range: -40 to +90 °C
RoHS All hardware components are fully compliant with EU RoHS directive

2.3. Functional Diagram

The following figure shows a functional diagram of LCUK54-WWD

  • Power management
  • Baseband
  • LPDDR2 SDRAM + NAND flash
  • Radio frequency
  • M.2 Key-B interface

4 To meet the normal operating temperature range requirements, it is necessary to ensure effective thermal dissipation, e.g., by adding passive or active heat sinks, heat pipes, vapor chambers. Within the temperature range of -10 °C to +55 °C, the mentioned RF performance margins higher than 3GPP specifications can be guaranteed. When temperature goes beyond temperature range of -10 °C to +55 °C, a few RF performances of module may be slightly off 3GPP specifications.
5 To meet the extended operating temperature range requirements, it is necessary to ensure effective thermal dissipation, e.g., by adding passive or active heat sinks, heat pipes, vapor chambers. Within this range, the module remains the ability to establish and maintain functions such as SMS, without any unrecoverable malfunction. Radio spectrum and radio network are not influenced, while one or more specifications, such as Pout, may undergo a reduction in value, exceeding the specified tolerances of 3GPP. When the temperature returns to the normal operating temperature level, the module will meet 3GPP specifications again.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module -

2.4. Pin Assignment
The following figure shows the pin assignment of the module.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Pin Assignment

NOTE
Before the module turns on, ensure the pins DPR and USIM_DET are not pulled high to avoid current sink damaging the module. For more details, contact NetPrisma Technical Support.
2.5. Pin Definitions
Table 4: Parameter Definition

Parameter Description
AI Analog Input
AO Analog Output
AIO Analog Input/Output
DI Digital Input
DO Digital Output
DIO Digital Input/Output
OD Open Drain
PI Power Input
PO Power Output
PU Pull Up
PD Pull Down

DC characteristics include power domain and rated current.
Table 5: Pin Description

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description DC Characteristics Comment
1 CONFIG_3 DO Not connected internally
2 VCC PI Power supply for the module Vmin = 3.135 V
Vnom = 3.3 V Vmax = 4.4 V
3 GND Ground
4 VCC PI Power supply for the module Refer to Pin 2
5 GND Ground
6 FULL_CARD_ POWER_OFF# DI, PD Turn on/off the module High level: turn on Low level: turn off VIHmax = 4.4 V VIHmin = 1.19 V VILmax = 0.2 V Internally pulled down with a 100 kΩ resistor.
 7  USB_DP  AIO  USB differential data (+) Require differential impedance of 90 Ω.
A test point must be reserved.
8 W_DISABLE1# DI Airplane mode control Active LOW 1.8/3.3 V Internally pulled up to 1.8 V with a 100 kΩ resistor.
 9  USB_DM  AIO  USB differential data (-) Require differential impedance of 90 Ω. A test point must be reserved.
10 WWAN_LED# OD RF status LED indicator Active LOW VCC
11 GND Ground
12 Notch Notch
13 Notch Notch
14 Notch Notch
15 Notch Notch
16 Notch Notch
17 Notch Notch
18 Notch Notch
19 Notch Notch
20 RESERVED Reserved for PCM* clock
21 CONFIG_0 DO Connected to GND internally
22 RESERVED Reserved for PCM* data input
23 WAKE_ON_WAN# OD Wake up the host Active LOW 1.8/3.3 V Externally pull up to 1.8 V or 3.3 V.
24 RESERVED Reserved for PCM* data output
25 DPR DI, PU Dynamic power reduction Active LOW 1.8 V High level by default.
26 W_DISABLE2#* Reserved for GNSS control Internally pulled up to 1.8 V with a 100 kΩ resistor.
27 GND Ground
28 RESERVED Reserved for PCM* data frame sync
29 RESERVED Reserved for USB 3.0 super-speed transmit (-)
30 USIM_RST DO (U)SIM card reset USIM_VDD
31 RESERVED Reserved for USB 3.0 super-speed transmit (+)
32 USIM_CLK DO (U)SIM card clock USIM_VDD
33 GND Ground
34 USIM_DATA DIO (U)SIM card data USIM_VDD Internally pulled up to 1.8 V with a 10 kΩ resistor.
35 RESERVED Reserved for USB 3.0 super-speed receive (-)
 36  USIM_VDD  PO  (U)SIM card power supply High-voltage: Vmin = 3.05 V Vnom = 2.85 V Vmax = 2.7 V
Low-voltage: Vmin = 1.95 V
Vnom = 1.8 V Vmax = 1.65 V
37 RESERVED Reserved for USB 3.0 super-speed receive (+)
38 NC NC
39 GND Ground
40 NC NC
41 RESERVED Reserved for PCIe transmit (-)
42 NC NC
43 RESERVED Reserved for PCIe transmit (+)
44 NC NC
45 GND Ground
46 NC NC
47 RESERVED Reserved for PCIe receive (-)
48 NC NC
49 RESERVED Reserved for PCIe receive (+)
50 RESERVED Reserved for PCIe RC reset
51 GND Ground
52 RESERVED Reserved for PCIe clock request
53 RESERVED Reserved for PCIe reference clock (-)
54 RESERVED Reserved for PCIe wake up
55 RESERVED Reserved for PCIe reference clock (+)
56 RFFE_CLK* 6 DO Used for external MIPI IC control 1.8 V
57 GND Ground
58 RFFE_DATA* 6 DIO Used for external MIPI IC control 1.8 V
59 ANTCTL0* DO Antenna GPIO control 1.8 V
60 WLAN_PA_EN DI Self-protection of LNA control 1.8 V
61 ANTCTL1* DO Antenna GPIO control 1.8 V
62 COEX_RXD* DI LTE/WLAN coexistence receive 1.8 V
63 ANTCTL2* DO Antenna GPIO control 1.8 V
64 COEX_TXD* DO LTE/WLAN coexistence transmit 1.8 V

6 If RFFE_CLK and RFFE_DATA are required, contact NetPrisma Technical Support for more details.

65 ANTCTL3* DO Antenna GPIO control 1.8 V
66 USIM_DET DI (U)SIM card hot-plug detect 1.8 V
 

 

67

 

 

RESET#

 

 

DI

 

 

Reset the module Active LOW

 

 

1.8 V

Internally pulled up to 1.8 V with a 10 kΩ resistor.
A Test point is recommended to be reserved if unused.
68 NC NC
69 CONFIG_1 DO Connected to GND internally
70 VCC PI Power supply for the module Refer to Pin 2
71 GND Ground
72 VCC PI Power supply for the module Refer to Pin 2
73 GND Ground
74 VCC PI Power supply for the module Refer to Pin 2
75 CONFIG_2 DO Not connected internally

NOTE
Keep all RESERVED, NC and unused pins unconnected. All GND pins should be connected to ground.

Operating Characteristics

3.1. Operating Modes
The table below summarizes different operating modes of the modules.
Table 6: Overview of Operating Modes

Mode Details
Idle Software is active. The module has registered on the  network, and it is ready to send and receive data. 
Full Functionality Mode
Data Network is connected. In this mode, the power consumption is decided by network setting and data transmission rate.
Minimum Functionality Mode AT+CFUN=0 sets the module to a minimum functionality mode without removing the power supply. In this mode, both RF function and (U)SIM card are invalid.
Airplane Mode AT+CFUN=4 or driving W_DISABLE1# pin low will set the module to airplane mode. In this mode, the RF function is invalid.
Sleep Mode The module keeps receiving paging messages, SMS and TCP/UDP data from the network with its power consumption reduced to the minimal level.
Power Down Mode In this mode, the power management unit shuts down the power supply. Software is inactive, all application interfaces are inaccessible and the operating voltage (connected to VCC) remains applied.

For more details, see document [2].

3.2. Sleep Mode
In sleep mode, DRX of the module is able to reduce the power consumption to an ultra-low level, and DRX cycle index values are broadcasted by the wireless network. The figure below shows the relationship between the DRX run time and the power consumption in sleep mode. The longer the DRX cycle is, the lower the power consumption will be.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - DRX Run

NOTE
DRX cycle values are transmitted over the wireless network.
The following part of this chapter describes the power saving procedure and sleep mode entrance of the module.
If the host supports USB Suspend/Resume and remote wakeup function, the following two conditions must be met simultaneously to bring the module into sleep mode.

  • Execute AT+QSCLK=1 to enable the sleep mode. For more details, see document [2].
  • The host’s USB bus, which is connected to the module’s USB interface, enters suspend state.

The following figure shows the connection between the module and the host.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Wakeup Function

The module will wake up when the host sends data to the module through USB interface.
3.3. Airplane Mode
Execution of AT+CFUN=4 or driving W_DISABLE1# pin low will set the module to airplane mode. For more details, see Chapter 4.3.1.
3.4. Communication Interface with Host
The module supports communication with the host through USB interface. USB 2.0 must be reserved for firmware upgrade. See the USB mode features as below:

USB Mode:

  • Supports all USB 2.0 features
  • Supports MBIM/QMI/AT

3.5. Power Supply
3.5.1. Power Supply Pins
Table 7: Pin Definition of VCC and GND Pins 

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description DC Characteristics
2, 4, 70, 72, 74 VCC PI Power supply for the module Vmin = 3.135 V

Vnom = 3.3 V Vmax = 4.4 V

3, 5, 11, 27, 33, 39, 45, 51, 57, 71, 73 GND Ground

3.5.2. Reference Design for Power Supply
Power design is vital to the module, as the performance of the module largely depends on the power source. Ensure the continuous current capability of the power supply is 2 A at least and the peak current capability of the power supply is 3 A at least.
The following figure shows a reference design for +5 V input power supply based on DC-DC converter.
The typical output of the power supply is about 3.3 V.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Power Supply

NOTE
To avoid corrupting the data in the internal flash, do not cut off the power supply before the module is completely turned off by pulling down FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF# pin for more than 1 s, and do not cut off power supply directly when the module is working.
3.5.3. Voltage Stability Requirements
The power supply of the module ranges from 3.135 V to 4.4 V. Please ensure that the input voltage never drops below 3.135 V, otherwise the module will be powered down automatically. The voltage ripple of the input power supply should be less than 100 mV. The following figure shows the maximum voltage drop during burst transmission in 3G/4G networks.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - During Burst Transmission

To decrease the voltage drop, two bypass capacitors of about 220 µF with low ESR (ESR =0.7 Ω) should be used. To avoid disturbing the power supply, two multi-layer ceramic chip capacitor (MLCC) arrays also should be used due to their ultra-low ESR. It is recommended to use eight ceramic capacitors (1 µF, 100 nF, 33 pF, 10 pF) to compose the MLCC arrays, and to place these capacitors close to VCC pins. The width of VCC trace should be not less than 2.5 mm. In principle, the longer the VCC trace is, the wider it
should be.
In addition, to guarantee the stability of the power supply, it is recommended to use a TVS with working peak reverse voltage of 5.1 V and a dissipation power higher than 0.5 W. The following figure shows a reference circuit of the VCC.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Circuit for VCC

3.5.4. Power Supply Voltage Monitoring
You can use AT+CBC to monitor the voltage value of VCC. For more details, see document [2].
3.6. Turn On
FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF# is used to turn on/off the module. This input signal is 3.3 V tolerant and can be driven by either 1.8 V or 3.3 V GPIO.
When FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF# is de-asserted (driven high, ≥ 1.19 V), the module will be turned on.
Table 8: Pin Definition of FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF#

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description Comment
6 FULL_CARD_ POWER_OFF# DI, PD Turn on/off the module High level: turn on
  Low level: turn off
Internally pulled down with a 100 kΩ resistor.

It is recommended to use a host GPIO to control FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF#. A simple reference circuit is illustrated in the following figure.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Timing

Table 9: Turn-on Timing of the Module 

Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Comment
T1 100 ms The turn-on timing of the module (Time of T1 is from RESET# high to FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF# high).
T2 13.7 s The system booting timing of the module.

NOTE

  1. RESET# is automatically pulled up as soon as the module is turned on. RESET# is not allowed to be pulled down by host during the power-up process.
  2.  When the FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF# signal is low, please avoid any leakage current entering the module’s DPR pin from the host.

3.7. Turn Off
If the module is turned off using a host GPIO, when VCC is supplied with power, pulling down FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF# pin (≤ 0.2 V) will turn off the module normally. The turn-off timing is illustrated in the following figure.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Turn Off

Table 10: Turn-off Timing of the Module

Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Comment
T1 1 s The turn-off timing of the module.

3.8. RESET#
The RESET# pin serves to reset the module. Triggering the RESET# signal will lead to loss of all data from the modem and removal of system drivers. It will also lead to disconnection of the modem from the network.
Table 11: Pin Definition of RESET# 

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description Comment
 67  RESET#  DI Reset the module Active low Internally pulled up to 1.8 V with a 100 kΩ resistor.
A Test point is recommended to be reserved if unused.

The module can be reset by pulling down the RESET# pin for a minimum duration of 200 ms. An open collector (OC)/drain driver or a button can be used to control the RESET# pin.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Reset Timing

Table 12: Reset Timing of the Module 

Symbol Min. Typ. Max. Comment
T1 0 ms 100 ms It is recommended to pull down RESET# for about 100 ms before driving FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF# low.
T2 200 ms Driving RESET# low for at least 200 ms can reset the module.
T3 50 ms Set up by the host, 50 ms by default.

NOTE
When the FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF# signal is low, please avoid any leakage current entering the module’s DPR pin from the host.

Application Interfaces

The physical connections and signal levels of the module comply with the PCI Express M.2 specification.
This chapter mainly describes the definition and application of the following interfaces/pins of the module:

  • (U)SIM interfaces
  • USB interface
  • Control and indication interfaces
  • Antenna Tuner Control Interface*
  • Configuration pins

4.1. (U)SIM Interfaces

The (U)SIM interface circuitry meets ETSI and IMT-2000 requirements and ISO/IEC 7816-3. Both Class B (3.0 V) and Class C (1.8 V) (U)SIM cards are supported, and Dual SIM Single Standby function is supported.
The module has dual SIM (one eSIM and one (U)SIM interface).
4.1.1. Pin definition of (U)SIM Interfaces
Table 13: Pin Definition of (U)SIM Interfaces

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description Comment
36 USIM_VDD PO (U)SIM card power supply
34 USIM_DATA DIO (U)SIM card data Internally pulled up to 1.8 V with a 10 kΩ resistor.
32 USIM_CLK DO (U)SIM card clock
30 USIM_RST DO (U)SIM card reset
66 USIM_DET DI (U)SIM card hot-plug detect

4.1.2. Normally Closed (U)SIM Card Connector
With a normally closed (U)SIM card connector, USIM_DET pin is normally shorted to ground when there is no (U)SIM card inserted. (U)SIM card detection by high level is applicable to this type of connector.
Once (U)SIM hot-plug is enabled by executing AT+QSIMDET=1,1, insertion of a (U)SIM card will drive USIM_DET from low to high level, and the removal of it will drive USIM_DET from high to low level.

  • When the (U)SIM card is absent, CD is shorted to ground and USIM_DET is at low level.
  • When the (U)SIM card is present, CD is open from ground and USIM_DET is at high level.

The following figure shows a reference design of (U)SIM interface with a normally closed (U)SIM card connector.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Connector

4.1.3. Normally Open (U)SIM Card Connector
With a normally open (U)SIM card connector, CD1 and CD2 of the connector are disconnected when there is no (U)SIM card inserted. (U)SIM card detection by low level is applicable to this type of connector.
Once (U)SIM hot-plug is enabled by executing AT+QSIMDET=1,0, insertion of a (U)SIM card will drive USIM_DET from high to low level, and the removal of it will drive USIM_DET from low to high level.

  • When the (U)SIM card is absent, CD1 is open from CD2 and USIM_DET is at high level.
  • When the (U)SIM card is inserted, CD1 is shorted to ground and USIM_DET is at low level.

The following figure shows a reference design of (U)SIM interface with a normally open (U)SIM card connector.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Connector1

NOTE

  1. If the (U)SIM card detection function is not needed, please keep USIM_DET unconnected.
  2. If the (U)SIM card detection function is required, note that a pull-up resistor should not be added to the USIM_DET signal.

4.1.4. (U)SIM Design Notices
To enhance the reliability and availability of the (U)SIM card in applications, please follow the criteria below in (U)SIM circuit design.

  • Place the (U)SIM card connector as close to the module as possible. Keep the trace length less than 200 mm.
  • Keep (U)SIM card signals away from RF and VCC traces.
  • Ensure the ground between the module and the (U)SIM card connector is short and wide. Keep the trace width of ground and USIM_VDD not less than 0.2 mm to maintain the same electric potential.
    Keep the trace width of USIM_DATA, USIM_CLK, USIM_RST and USIM_DET not less than 0.1mm.
  • To avoid cross-talk between USIM_DATA and USIM_CLK, keep them away from each other and shield them with surrounded ground.
  • To offer better ESD protection, add a TVS array of which the parasitic capacitance should be not higher than 20 pF. Add 22 Ω resistors in series between the module and the (U)SIM card connector to suppress EMI such as spurious transmission. The 33 pF capacitors are used to filter out RF interference. Additionally, keep the (U)SIM peripheral circuit close to the (U)SIM card connector.
  • For USIM_DATA, a 20 kΩ pull-up resistor is optional to be added near the (U)SIM card connector.
  • The (U)SIM card connector should be placed near the M.2 socket, because a long trace may lead to waveform distortion, which affects the signal quality.

4.2. USB Interface

The module provides one integrated Universal Serial Bus (USB) interface which complies with USB 2.0 specifications and supports high-speed (480 Mbps) and full-speed (12 Mbps) modes on USB 2.0. The USB interface is used for AT command communication, data transmission, firmware upgrade (USB 2.0 only), software debugging, GNSS NMEA sentence output.

Table 14: Pin Definition of USB Interface 

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description Comment
7 USB_DP AIO USB differential data (+) Require differential impedance of 90 Ω. Test points must be reserved.
9 USB_DM AIO USB differential data (-)

For more details about the USB 2.0 specifications, please visit http://www.usb.org/home.
The following figure presents a reference circuit for the USB interface.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Module

To ensure the signal integrity of USB 2.0 data traces, R1, R2, R3 and R4 must be placed close to the module, and the stubs must be minimized in PCB layout.
Please follow the principles below when designing the USB interface to meet 2.0 specifications:

  • Route the USB signal traces as differential pairs with ground surrounded. The impedance of differential trace of USB 2.0 is 90 Ω.
  •  For USB 2.0, the trace length should be less than 120 mm, and the differential data pair matching should be less than 2 mm.
  •  Do not route signal traces under crystals, oscillators, magnetic devices, PCIe, other high-speed and RF signal traces. Route the USB differential traces in inner-layer of the PCB, and surround the traces with ground on that layer and with ground planes above and below.
  • Junction capacitance of the ESD protection components might cause influences on USB data traces, so you should pay attention to the selection of the components. Typically, the stray capacitance should be less than 2.0 pF for USB 2.0.
  • Keep the ESD protection components as close to the USB connector as possible.
  • If possible, reserve 0 Ω resistor on USB_DP and USB_DM traces respectively.

NOTE
LCUK54-WWD reserves USB 3.0 interface.
4.3. Control and Indication Interfaces
Table 15: Pin Definition of Control and Indication Interfaces

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description Comment
8 W_DISABLE1# DI Airplane mode control Active LOW Internally pulled up to 1.8 V with a 100 kΩ resistor.
10 WWAN_LED# OD RF status indication LED Active LOW
23 WAKE_ON_WAN# OD Wake up the host Active LOW Externally pull up to 1.8 V or 3.3 V.
25 DPR DI, PU Dynamic power reduction High level by default.
Active LOW
26 W_DISABLE2#* Reserved for GNSS control Internally pulled up to 1.8 V with a 100 kΩ resistor.
60 WLAN_PA_EN DI Self-protection of LNA control

4.3.1. W_DISABLE1#
The module provides a W_DISABLE1# pin to disable or enable airplane mode through hardware operation. W_DISABLE1# is pulled up by default. Driving it low will configure the module into airplane mode. In airplane mode, the RF function will be disabled.
The RF function can also be enabled or disabled through AT commands. The following table shows the AT command and corresponding RF function status of the module.
Table 16: RF Function Status

W_DISABLE1#

Logic Level

AT Command RF Function Status Operating Mode
AT+CFUN=1 Enabled Full functionality mode
High AT+CFUN=0 Disabled Minimum functionality mode
AT+CFUN=4 Disabled Airplane mode
Low AT+CFUN=0
AT+CFUN=1 AT+CFUN=4
Disabled Airplane mode

4.3.2. W_DISABLE2#
The module provides a W_DISABLE2# pin to disable or enable the GNSS function. The W_DISABLE2# pin is pulled up by default. Driving it low will disable the GNSS function.
The GNSS function can also be controlled through AT commands. The combination of W_DISABLE2# pin and AT commands controls the GNSS function.
Table 17: GNSS Function Status 

W_DISABLE2# Logic Level AT Command GNSS Function Status
AT+QGPS=1 Enable
High
AT+QGPSEND Disable
AT+QGPS=1
Low Disable
AT+QGPSEND

For details about AT commands mentioned above, see document [2].
A simple voltage-level translator based on diodes is used on W_DISABLE1# pin and W_DISABLE2# pin which are pulled up to a 1.8 V voltage inside the module. The control signals (GPIO) of the host device could be at 1.8 V or 3.3 V voltage level. W_DISABLE1# and W_DISABLE2# are active low signals. A reference circuit of the two pins is shown below.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Host

4.3.3. WWAN_LED#
The WWAN_LED# signal is used to indicate RF status of the module, and its sink current is up to 10 mA.
To reduce power consumption of the LED, a current-limited resistor must be placed in series with the LED, as illustrated in the figure below. The LED is ON when the WWAN_LED# signal is at low level.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Circuit

Table 18: Network Status Indications of WWAN_LED#

WWAN_LED# Logic Level Description
Low (LED On) RF function is turned on.
 High (LED Off) RF function is turned off if any of the following occurs:
• The (U)SIM card is not powered.
• W_DISABLE1# is at low level (airplane mode enabled).
• AT+CFUN=4 and AT+CFUN=0 (RF function disabled).

4.3.4. WAKE_ON_WAN#
The WAKE_ON_WAN# is an open drain pin, which requires a pull-up resistor on the host. When a URC returns, a one-second low level pulse signal will be outputted to wake up the host.
Table 19: State of the WAKE_ON_WAN#

WAKE_ON_WAN# State Module Operation Status
Output a one-second pulse signal at low level SMS/Data is incoming (to wake up the host)
Always at high level Idle/Sleep

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Circuit of WAKE

4.3.5. DPR
The module provides a DPR (Dynamic Power Reduction) signal for body SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) detection. The signal is sent by a host system proximity sensor to the module to provide an input trigger which will reduce the output power in the radio transmission.
Table 20: Function of the DPR Signal

DPR Level Function
High/Floating Max. transmitting power will not back off
Low Max. transmitting power will back off by executing AT+QCFG=”SAR_DSI”

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Circuit Design

NOTE
See document [2] for more details about AT+QCFG=”SAR_DSI”.
4.3.6. WLAN_PA_EN

  • In LTE mode, WLAN_PA_EN is set to 0 (low level) by default.
  • When WLAN_PA_EN is set to 1 (high level), the LNA will be in self-protection mode.

Table 21: Pin definition of WLAN_PA_EN 

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description
60 WLAN_PA_EN DI Self-protection of LNA control

4.4. Cellular/WLAN COEX Interface*

The module provides the cellular/WLAN COEX interface.
The following table shows the pin definition of this interface.
Table 22: Pin Definition of Cellular/WLAN COEX Interface

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description
62 COEX_RXD DI LTE/WLAN coexistence receive
64 COEX_TXD DO LTE/WLAN coexistence transmit

NOTE 

Please note that COEX_RXD and COEX_TXD cannot be used as general UART.
4.5. Configuration Pins
Table 23: List of Configuration Pins

Config_0 (Pin 21) Config_1 (Pin 69) Config_2 (Pin 75) Config_3 (Pin 1) Module Type and Main Host Interface Port Configuration
GND GND NC NC WWAN–USB 3.0 2

Table 24: Pin Definition of Configuration Pins 

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description
21 CONFIG_0 DO Connected to GND internally
69 CONFIG_1 DO Connected to GND internally
75 CONFIG_2 DO Not connected internally
1 CONFIG_3 DO Not connected internally

The following figure shows a reference circuit for these four pins.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Configuration Pins

RF Specifications

Appropriate antenna type and design should be used with matched antenna parameters according to specific application. It is required to perform a comprehensive functional test for the RF design before mass production of terminal products. The entire content of this chapter is provided for illustration only. Analysis, evaluation and determination are still necessary when designing target products.

5.1. Cellular Network
5.1.1. Antenna Interface & Frequency Bands
The module provides a main antenna connector and a diversity/GNSS antenna connector, which are used to resist the fall of signals caused by high-speed movement and multipath effect. The impedance of antenna interfaces is 50 Ω.
Table 25: Antenna Connector Definition 

Antenna Connector I/O Description Comment
ANT_MAIN AIO Main antenna interface:

• LTE: TRX
WCDMA: TRX

RX-Diversity/GNSS       antenna interface:

• LTE: DRX
• WCDMA: DRX
• GNSS: L1

 

50 Ω impedance

ANT_DRX/GNSS AI

Table 26: Frequency Bands

3GPP Band Transmit Receive Unit
WCDMA B1 1920–1980 2110–2170 MHz
WCDMA B2 1850–1910 1930–1990 MHz
WCDMA B3 1710–1785 1805–1880 MHz
WCDMA B4 1710–1755 2110–2155 MHz
WCDMA B5 824–849 869–894 MHz
WCDMA B6 830–840 875–885 MHz
WCDMA B8 880–915 925–960 MHz
WCDAM B19 830–845 875–890 MHz
LTE-FDD B1 1920–1980 2110–2170 MHz
LTE-FDD B2 1850–1910 1930–1990 MHz
LTE-FDD B3 1710–1785 1805–1880 MHz
LTE-FDD B4 1710–1755 2110–2155 MHz
LTE-FDD B5 824–849 869–894 MHz
LTE-FDD B7 2500–2570 2620–2690 MHz
LTE-FDD B8 880–915 925–960 MHz
LTE-FDD B12 699–716 729–746 MHz
LTE-FDD B13 777–787 746–756 MHz
LTE-FDD B14 788–798 758–768 MHz
LTE-FDD B17 704–716 734–746 MHz
LTE-FDD B18 815–830 860–875 MHz
LTE-FDD B19 830–845 875–890 MHz
LTE-FDD B20 832–862 791–821 MHz
LTE-FDD B25 1850–1915 1930–1995 MHz
LTE-FDD B26 814–849 859–894 MHz
LTE-FDD B28 703–748 758–803 MHz
LTE-FDD B29 7 717–728 MHz
LTE-FDD B30 2305–2315 2350–2360 MHz
LTE-FDD B32 7 1452–1496 MHz
LTE-FDD B66 1710–1780 2110–2200 MHz
LTE-FDD B71 663-698 617-652 MHZ
LTE-TDD B34 2010-2025 2010-2025 MHZ
LTE-TDD B38 2570–2620 2570–2620 MHz
LTE-TDD B39 1880–1920 1880–1920 MHz
LTE-TDD B40 2300–2400 2300–2400 MHz
LTE-TDD B41 2496–2690 2496–2690 MHz
LTE-TDD B42 3400–3600 3400–3600 MHz
LTE-TDD B43 3600–3800 3600–3800 MHz
LTE-TDD B46 7 5150–5925 MHz

7 LTE-FDD B29/B32 and LTE-TDD B46 support Rx only and is only for secondary component carrier.

LTE-TDD B48 3550–3700 3550–3700 MHz

5.1.2. Antenna Tuner Control Interfaces*
ANTCTL [0:3] and RFFE interfaces are used for antenna tuner control and should be routed to an appropriate antenna control circuit.
5.1.2.1. Antenna Tuner Control Interface through GPIOs
Table 27: Pin Definition of Antenna Tuner Control Interface through GPIOs

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description Comment
59 ANTCTL0 DO 1.8 V
61 ANTCTL1 DO 1.8 V
Antenna GPIO control  
63 ANTCTL2 DO 1.8 V
65 ANTCTL3 DO 1.8 V

5.1.2.2. Antenna Tuner Control Interface through RFFE
Table 28: Pin Definition of Antenna Tuner Control Interface through RFFE

Pin No. Pin Name I/O Description Comment
56 RFFE_CLK DO Used for external MIPI IC control 1.8 V
58 RFFE_DATA DIO Used for external MIPI IC control 1.8 V

NOTE
If RFFE_CLK and RFFE_DATA are required, please contact NetPrisma for more details.
5.1.3. Tx Power
Table 29: Conducted RF Output Power

Frequency Band Modulation Max. Min. Comment
WCDMA B1 BPSK 23 dBm ±2 dB < -50 dBm
WCDMA B2 BPSK 23 dBm ±2 dB < -50 dBm
WCDMA B3 BPSK 23 dBm ±2 dB < -50 dBm
WCDMA B4 BPSK 23 dBm ±2 dB < -50 dBm
WCDMA B5 BPSK 23 dBm ±2 dB < -50 dBm
WCDMA B6 BPSK 23 dBm ±2 dB < -50 dBm
WCDMA B8 BPSK 23 dBm ±2 dB < -50 dBm
WCDMA B19 BPSK 23 dBm ±2 dB < -50 dBm
LTE-FDD B1 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B2 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B3 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B4 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B5 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B7 QPSK 23 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B8 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B12 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B13 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B14 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B17 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B18 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B19 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B20 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B25 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B26 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B28 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B30 QPSK 22 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B66 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-FDD B71 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-TDD B34 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-TDD B38 QPSK 23 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-TDD B39 QPSK 23.5 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-TDD B40 QPSK 23 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-TDD B41 QPSK 23 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-TDD B42 QPSK 21 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-TDD B43 QPSK 21 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB
LTE-TDD B48 QPSK 21 dBm ±1 dB < -40 dBm 10 MHz, 1RB

5.1.4. Rx Sensitivity
Table 30: Rx Sensitivity 

Frequency Band SIMO (dBm) 8 3GPP (SIMO) (dBm) Comment 9
WCDMA B1 -111.5 -106.7
WCDMA B2 -111 -104.7
WCDMA B3 -111 -103.7
WCDMA B4 -111 -106.7
WCDMA B5 -113 -104.7
WCDMA B6 -113 -106.7
WCDMA B8 -113.5 -103.7
WCDMA B19 -113 -106.7
LTE-FDD B1 -100 -96.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B2 -100 -94.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B3 -100 -93.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B4 -99 -96.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B5 -101 -94.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B7 -98.5 -94.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B8 -101 -93.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B12 -101 -93.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B13 -101 -93.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B14 -101 -93.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B17 -101 -93.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B18 -101 -96.3 10 MHz

8 SIMO is a smart antenna technology that uses a single antenna at the transmitter side and multiple antennas at the receiver side, which can improve Rx performance.
9 The RB configuration follows 3GPP specification.

LTE-FDD B19 -101 -96.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B20 -100.5 -93.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B25 -99.5 -92.8 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B26 -100.5 -93.8 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B28 -100.5 -94.8 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B29 10 -101 -93.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B30 -98 -95.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B32 10 -99.5 -96.3 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B66 -99 -95.8 10 MHz
LTE-FDD B71 -100.5 -94.3 10 MHz
LTE-TDD B34 -100 -96.3 10 MHz
LTE-TDD B38 -99.5 -96.3 10 MHz
LTE-TDD B39 -99.5 -96.3 10 MHz
LTE-TDD B40 -98.5 -96.3 10 MHz
LTE-TDD B41 -98.5 -94.3 10 MHz
LTE-TDD B42 -100 -95.0 10 MHz
LTE-TDD B43 -100 -95.0 10 MHz
LTE-TDD B46 10 -95 -88.5 20 MHz
LTE-TDD B48 -99.5 -95.0 10 MHz

5.2. GNSS 11
5.2.1. Antenna Interface & Frequency Bands
The module includes a fully integrated global navigation satellite system solution.
The module supports standard NMEA 0183 protocol, and outputs NMEA sentences at 1 Hz data update rate via USB interface by default.
By default, the module GNSS engine is switched off. It is to be switched on via AT command. For more details, see document [3].
10 The test results are based on CA_2A-29A, CA_20A-32A and CA_46A-66A. LTE-FDD B29/B32 and LTE-TDD B46 support Rx only and are only for secondary component carrier.
11 GNSS function is optional.
Table 31: GNSS Frequency 

Type Frequency Unit
GPS/Galileo 1575.42 ±1.023 MHz
GLONASS 1601.65 ±4.15 MHz
BDS 1561.098 ±2.046 MHz
QZSS 1575.42 ±1.023 MHz

5.2.2. GNSS Performance
Table 32: GNSS Performance 

Parameter Description Condition Typ. Unit
Acquisition Autonomous -146 dBm
Sensitivity Reacquisition Autonomous -158 dBm
Tracking Autonomous -158 dBm
 Cold start Autonomous 35 s
@ open sky XTRA start 13 s
 Warm start Autonomous 23 s
TTFF @ open sky XTRA start 3 s
 Hot start Autonomous 2 s
@ open sky XTRA start 2 s
Accuracy CEP-50 Autonomous
@ open sky
2 m

NOTE

  1. Tracking sensitivity: the minimum GNSS signal power at which the module can maintain lock (keep positioning for at least 3 minutes continuously).
  2. Reacquisition sensitivity: the minimum GNSS signal power required for the module to maintain lock within 3 minutes after loss of lock.
  3. Acquisition sensitivity: the minimum GNSS signal power at which the module can fix position successfully within 3 minutes after executing cold start command.

5.3. Antenna Design Requirements
Table 33: Antenna Requirements

Type Requirements
Main Antenna  (WCDMA/LTE Tx/Rx)                • VSWR: ≤ 2
• Efficiency: >30 %
• Max Input Power: 50 W
• Input Impedance: 50 Ω
•  Cable Insertion Loss:
–      < 1 dB: LB (<1 GHz)
–      < 1.5 dB: MB (1–2.3 GHz)
–      < 2 dB: LB (> 2.3 GHz)
Diversity/GNSS Antenna (WCDMA/LTE/GNSS Rx)

NOTE
It is recommended to use a passive GNSS antenna when LTE B13 or B14 is supported, as the use of active antenna may generate harmonics which will affect the GNSS performance.
5.4. Antenna Connectors
5.4.1. Antenna Connector Location
The antenna connector locations are shown below.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Antenna Connectors

5.4.2. Antenna Connector Specifications
The module is mounted with standard 2 mm × 2 mm receptacle antenna connectors for convenient antenna connection. The antenna connector’s PN is I-PEX 20449-001E, and the connector dimensions are illustrated as below:

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Receptacle

Table 34: Major Specifications of the RF Connectors

Item Specification
Nominal Frequency Range DC to 6 GHz
Nominal Impedance 50 Ω
Temperature Rating -40 to +85 °C
Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) Meet the requirements of: Max. 1.3 (DC–3 GHz) Max. 1.45 (3–6 GHz)

5.4.3. Antenna Connector Installation
The receptacle RF connector used in conjunction with the module will accept two types of mated plugs that will meet a maximum height of 1.2 mm using a Ø 0.81 mm coaxial cable or a maximum height of 1.45 mm utilizing a Ø 1.13 mm coaxial cable.
The following figure shows the dimensions of mated plugs using Ø 0.81 mm/Ø1.13 mm coaxial cables:

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Coaxial Cables

The following figure illustrates the connection between the receptacle RF connector on the module and the mated plugs using a Ø 0.81 mm coaxial cable.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - plug

The following figure illustrates the connection between the receptacle RF connector on the module and the mated plugs using a Ø 1.13 mm coaxial cable.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - plug1

Figure 25: Space Factor of Mated Connectors (Ø 1.13 mm Coaxial Cables) (Unit: mm)
5.4.4. Recommended RF Connector Installation
5.4.4.1. Assemble Coaxial Cable Plug Manually
The illustration for plugging in a coaxial cable plug is shown below, θ = 90° is acceptable, while θ ≠ 90° is not.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - plug2

5.4.4.2. Assemble Coaxial Cable Plug with Jig
The pictures of installing the coaxial cable plug with a jig is shown below, θ = 90° is acceptable, while θ ≠ 90° is not.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Plug with Jig

5.4.5. Recommended Manufacturers of RF Connector and Cable
RF connectors and cables by I-PEX are recommended. For more details, visit https://www.i-pex.com.

Electrical Characteristics and Reliability

6.1. Absolute Maximum Ratings
Absolute maximum ratings for power supply of the module are listed in the following table.
Table 35: Absolute Maximum Ratings

Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Unit
VCC -0.3 3.3 4.7 V

6.2. Power Supply Ratings
The typical input voltage of the module is 3.3 V.
Table 36: Power Supply Ratings

Parameter Description Condition Min. Typ. Max. Unit
VCC Power supply for the module The actual input voltages must be kept between the minimum and maximum values. 3.135 3.3 4.4 V
Voltage Ripple 30 100 mV

6.3. Power Consumption
Table 37: Power Consumption (3.7 V Power Supply)

Parameter Condition Typ. Unit
Power-off Power off 70 μA
Sleep State AT+CFUN=0 (USB 2.0 Suspend) 1.67 mA
AT+CFUN=4 (USB 2.0 Suspend) 2.28 mA
WCDMA PF = 64 (USB 2.0 Suspend) 3.64 mA
LTE-FDD PF = 64 (USB 2.0 Suspend) 3.88 mA
LTE-TDD PF = 64 (USB 2.0 Suspend) 3.90 mA
WCDMA PF = 64 13.39 mA
ldle State LTE-FDD PF = 64 13.85 mA
LTE-TDD PF = 64 13.61 mA
WCDMA B1 HSDPA CH10700 @ 22.3 dBm 748 mA
WCDMA B1 HSUPA CH10700 @ 22.3 dBm 660 mA
WCDMA B2 HSDPA CH9800 @ 22.1 dBm 640 mA
WCDMA B2 HSUPA CH9800 @ 22.3dBm 660 mA
WCDMA B3 HSDPA CH1338 @ 22.2 dBm 670 mA
WCDMA B3 HSUPA CH1338 @ 22.4 dBm 680 mA
WCDMA B4 HSDPA CH1638 @22.2 dBm 670 mA
WCDMA Data Transmission (GNSS Off) WCDMA B4 HSUPA CH1638 @ 22.4 dBm 670 mA
WCDMA B5 HSDPA CH4407 @22.5 dBm 600 mA
WCDMA B5 HSUPA CH4407 @ 22.5 dBm 615 mA
WCDMA B6 HSDPA CH4400 @ 22.5 dBm 600 mA
WCDMA B6 HSUPA CH4400 @ 22.5 dBm 625 mA
WCDMA B8 HSDPA CH3012 @22.4 dBm 650 mA
WCDMA B8 HSUPA CH3012 @ 22.4 dBm 650 mA
WCDMA B19 HSDPA CH738 @ 22.3 dBm 640 mA
WCDMA B19 HSUPA CH738 @ 22.6 dBm 600 mA
LTE-FDD B1 CH300 @ 23.7 dBm 840 mA
LTE-FDD B2 CH900 @ 23.9 dBm 810 mA
LTE Data Transmission (GNSS Off) LTE-FDD B3 CH1575 @ 23.7dBm 810 mA
LTE-FDD B4 CH2175 @ 23.6 dBm 830 mA
LTE-FDD B5 CH2525 @ 23.8 dBm 760 mA
LTE-FDD B7 CH3100 @ 23.22 dBm 950 mA
LTE-FDD B8 CH3625 @ 23.7 dBm 770 mA
LTE-FDD B12 CH5095 @ 23.6 dBm 710 mA
LTE-FDD B13 CH5230 @ 23.5 dBm 700 mA
LTE-FDD B14 CH5330 @ 23.5 dBm 660 mA
LTE-FDD B17 CH5790 @ 23.6 dBm 700 mA
LTE-FDD B18 CH5925 @ 23.6 dBm 750 mA
LTE-FDD B19 CH6075 @ 23.6 dBm 780 mA
LTE-FDD B20 CH6300 @ 23.6 dBm 700 mA
LTE-FDD B25 CH8365 @ 24 dBm 820 mA
LTE-FDD B26 CH8865 @ 23.6 dBm 840 mA
LTE-FDD B28 CH9360 @ 23.4 dBm 710 mA
LTE-FDD B30 CH9820 @ 22.3 dBm 1100 mA
LTE-FDD B66 CH66886 @ 23.6 dBm 840 mA
LTE-FDD B71 CH68786 @23.7 dBm 790 mA
LTE-TDD B34 CH36275 @ 23.4 dBm 400 mA
LTE-TDD B38 CH38000 @ 23.3 dBm 500 mA
LTE-TDD B39 CH38450 @ 23.5 dBm 400 mA
LTE-TDD B40 CH39150 @ 23.2 dBm 450 mA
LTE-TDD B41 CH40740 @ 23.3 dBm 500 mA
LTE-TDD B42 CH42590 @ 21.5 dBm 380 mA
LTE-TDD B43 CH44590 @ 21.5 dBm 360 mA
LTE-TDD B48 CH55990 @ 21.5 dBm 360 mA
WCDMA B1 CH10700 @ 23.2 dBm 780 mA
WCDMA B2 CH9800 @23.3 dBm 690 mA
WCDMA B3 CH1338 @ 23.2 dBm 720 mA
WCDMA WCDMA B4 CH1638 @ 23.2 dBm 700 mA
WCDMA B5 CH4407 @ 23.2 dBm 660 mA
WCDMA B6 CH4400 @23.3 dBm 650 mA
WCDMA B8 CH3012 @ 23.4 dBm 690 mA
WCDMA B19 CH738 @23.3 dBm 640 mA

NOTE

  1. Power consumption test is carried out under 3.7 V, 25 °C with 5G-M2 EVB, and with thermal dissipation measures.
  2. For more details about power consumption, please contact NetPrisma Technical Support to obtain the power consumption test report of the modules.

6.4. Digital I/O Characteristics
Table 38: (U)SIM High/Low-voltage I/O Requirements

Parameter Description Min. Max. Unit
VIH High-level input voltage 0.7 × USIM_VDD USIM_VDD + 0.3 V
VIL Low-level input voltage -0.3 0.2 × USIM_VDD V
VOH High-level output voltage 0.8 × USIM_VDD V
VOL Low-level output voltage 0.4 V

Table 39: 1.8 V Digital I/O Requirements 

Parameter Description Min. Max. Unit
VIH High-level input voltage 1.65 2.1 V
VIL Low-level input voltage -0.3 0.54 V
VOH High-level output voltage 1.3 V
VOL Low-level output voltage 0.4 V

Table 40: 3.3 V Digital I/O Requirements 

Parameter Description Min. Max. Unit
3.3 V Power Domain 3.135 3.464 V
VIH High-level input voltage 2.0 3.6 V
VIL Low-level input voltage -0.5 0.8 V

6.5. ESD Protection
Static electricity occurs naturally and it may damage the module. Therefore, applying proper ESD countermeasures and handling methods is imperative. For example, wear anti-static gloves during the development, production, assembly and testing of the module; add ESD protection components to the ESD sensitive interfaces and points in the product design.
Table 41: Electrostatic Discharge Characteristics (Temperature: 25–30 °C, Humidity: 40 ±5 %)

Tested Interface Contact Discharge Air Discharge Unit
VCC, GND ±5 ±10 kV
Antenna Interfaces ±4 ±8 kV
Other Interfaces ±0.5 ±1 kV

6.6. Operating and Storage Temperatures
Table 42: Operating and Storage Temperatures 

Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Unit
Operating Temperature Range 12 -25 +25 +75 ºC
Extended Temperature Range 13 -40 +85 ºC
Storage Temperature Range -40 +90 ºC

12 To meet the normal operating temperature range requirements, it is necessary to ensure effective thermal dissipation, e.g., by adding passive or active heat sinks, heat pipes, vapor chambers. Within the temperature range of -10 °C to +55 °C, the mentioned RF performance margins higher than 3GPP specifications can be guaranteed. When temperature goes beyond temperature range of -10 °C to +55 °C, a few RF performances of module may be slightly off 3GPP specifications. 13 To meet the extended operating temperature range requirements, it is necessary to ensure effective thermal dissipation, e.g., by adding passive or active heat sinks, heat pipes, vapor chambers. Within this range, the module remains the ability to establish and maintain functions such as SMS, without any unrecoverable malfunction. Radio spectrum and radio network are not influenced, while one or more specifications, such as Pout, may undergo a reduction in value, exceeding the specified tolerances of 3GPP. When the temperature returns to the normal operating temperature level, the module will meet 3GPP specifications again.

6.7. Thermal Dissipation 

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Thermal Dissipation

The module offers the best performance when all internal IC chips are working within their operating temperatures. When the IC chip reaches or exceeds the maximum junction temperature, the module may still work but the performance and function (such as RF output power and data rate) will be affected to a certain extent. Therefore, the thermal design should be maximally optimized to ensure all internal IC chips always work within the recommended operating temperature range.
The following principles for thermal consideration are provided for reference:

  • Keep the module away from heat sources on your PCB, especially high-power components such as processor, power amplifier, and power supply.
  • Maintain the integrity of the PCB copper layer and drill as many thermal vias as possible.
  • Expose the copper in the PCB area where module is mounted.
  • Apply a soft thermal pad with appropriate thickness and high thermal conductivity between the module and the PCB to conduct heat.
  • Follow the principles below when the heatsink is necessary:
    – Do not place large size components in the area where the module is mounted on your PCB to reserve enough place for heatsink installation.
    – Attach the heatsink to the shielding cover of the module; In general, the base plate area of the heatsink should be larger than the module area to cover the module completely.
    – Choose the heatsink with adequate fins to dissipate heat.
    – Choose a TIM (Thermal Interface Material) with high thermal conductivity, good softness and good wettability and place it between the heatsink and the module.
    – Fasten the heatsink with four screws to ensure that it is in close contact with the module to prevent the heatsink from falling off during the drop, vibration test, or transportation.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Heatsink

Table 43: Maximum Operating Temperature for Main Chips (Unit: °C) 

Baseband Chip MCP PMU WTR MMPA PA APT
85 85 85 85 100 85 85

6.8. Notification
Please follow the principles below in the module application.
6.8.1. Coating
If a conformal coating is necessary for the module, do NOT use any coating material that may chemically react with the PCB or shielding cover, and prevent the coating material from flowing into the module.
6.8.2. Cleaning
Avoid using ultrasonic technology for module cleaning since it can damage crystals inside the module.
6.8.3. Module Installation
The module needs to be fixed firmly to avoid poor contact caused by shaking. When installing the module, it is recommended to be mounted on the socket with a screw as shown below.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Installation Schematic

Mechanical Information and Packaging

This chapter mainly describes mechanical dimensions and packaging specifications of LCUK54-WWD.
All dimensions are measured in mm, and the tolerances are ±0.15 mm unless otherwise specified.
7.1. Mechanical Dimensions

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Mechanical Dimensions

7.2. Top and Bottom Views 

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Bottom Views

NOTE
Images above are for illustration purpose only and may differ from the actual modules. For authentic appearance and label, please refer to the module received from NetPrisma.

7.3. M.2 Connector
The module adopts a standard PCI Express M.2 connector which compiles with the directives and standards listed in PCI Express M.2 Specification.
7.4. Storage Conditions

The storage requirements are shown below.

  1. Recommended Storage Condition: the temperature should be 23 ±5 °C and the relative humidity should be 35–60 %.
  2. Shelf life: 12 months in Recommended Storage Condition.

NOTE
Pay attention to ESD protection, such as wearing anti-static gloves, when touching the modules.
7.5. Packaging Specification
This chapter outlines the key packaging parameters and processes. All figures below are for reference purposes only, as the actual appearance and structure of packaging materials may vary in delivery.
The modules are packed in a blister tray packaging as specified in the sub-chapters below.
7.5.1. Blister Tray
Blister tray dimensions are illustrated in the following figure:

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module -Blister Tray Dimension Drawing

7.5.2. Packaging Process 

Each blister tray packs 15 modules. Stack 10 trays with modules, and place 1 empty tray on top.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Packaging Process

Fasten the 11 trays and place them into a conductive bag and fasten it.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Packaging Process1

Pack the conductive bag with blister trays into a mini box. 1 mini box can pack 150 modules.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - Packaging Process2

Place the 4 packaged mini boxes into 1 carton and seal it. 1 carton can pack 600 modules.

NETPRISMA LCUK54 WWD Module - carton

Figure 35: Packaging Process 

Appendix References

Table 44: Related Documents
Document Name
[1] NetPrisma_LCUK54-WWD_CA_Feature
[2] NetPrisma_LCUK54-WWD_AT_Commands_Manual
[3] NetPrisma_LCUK54-WRD_GNSS_Application_Note
[4] NetPrisma_LCUK54-WWD_RF_Application_Note

Table 45: Terms and Abbreviations 

Abbreviation Description
APT Average Power Tracking
AT Attention
BB Baseband
bps Bit(s) per second
BPSK Binary Phase Shift Keying
CA Carrier Aggregation Certificate Authority
CBRS Citizen Broadband Radio Service
COEX Coexistence
DC-HSDPA Dual-carrier High Speed Downlink Package Access
DFOTA Delta Firmware Upgrade Over-The-Air
DL Downlink
DPR Dynamic Power Reduction
DRX Discontinuous Reception
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
eSIM embedded Subscriber Identity Module
ESR Equivalent Series Resistance
FDD Frequency Division Duplex
FTP File Transfer Protocol
HSDPA High Speed Downlink Packet Access
HSPA+ High Speed Packet Access
HSUPA High Speed Uplink Packet Access
HTTP Hypertext Transfer Protocol
HTTPS Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure
IC Integrated Circuit
kbps Kilobits per second
LAA License Assisted Access
LDO Low-dropout Regulator
LED Light Emitting Diode
LPDDR2 Low Power Double Data Rate 2
LTE Long Term Evolution
LwM2M Lightweight M2M
MBIM Mobile Broadband Interface Model
Mbps Megabits per second
MCP Multiple Chip Package
ME Mobile Equipment
MFBI Multi-Frequency Band Indicator
MIPI Mobile Industry Processor Interface
MIMO Multiple-Input Multiple-Output
MLCC Multi-layer Ceramic Capacitor
MMPA Multimode Multiband Power Amplifier
MO Mobile Originated
MT Mobile Terminated
NAND NON-AND
NC Not Connected
NITZ Network Identity and Time Zone / Network Informed Time Zone.
NMEA NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association) 0183 Interface Standard
PA Power Amplifier
PC Personal Computer
PCB Printed Circuit Board
PCIe Peripheral Component Interconnect Express
PCM Pulse Code Modulation
PDA Personal Digital Assistant
PDU Protocol Data Unit
PING Packet Internet Groper
PMU Power Management Unit
POS Point of Sale
QAM Quadrature Amplitude Modulation
LNA Low-Noise Amplifier
QMI Qualcomm MSM (Mobile Station Modems) Interface
QPSK Quadrature Phase Shift Keying
RB Resource Block
RF Radio Frequency
RFFE RF Front-End
RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances
Rx Receive
SAR Specific Absorption Rate
SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory
SIMO Single Input Multiple Output
SMS Short Message Service
TCP Transmission Control Protocol
TDD Time Division Duplex
TRX Transmit & Receive
TVS Transient Voltage Suppressor
Tx Transmit
UART Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter
UDP User Datagram Protocol
UL Uplink
UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
URC Unsolicited Result Code
USB Universal Serial Bus
(U)SIM (Universal) Subscriber Identity Module
VIH High-level Input Voltage
VIHmax Maximum High-level Input Voltage
VIHmin Minimum High-level Input Voltage
VIL Low-level Input Voltage
VILmax Maximum Low-level Input Voltage
Vmax Maximum Voltage
Vmin Minimum Voltage
Vnom Nominal Voltage
VOH High-level Output Voltage
VOL Low-level Output Voltage
WCDMA Wideband Code Division Multiple Access
WTR Wafer-scale RF transceiver
WWAN Wireless Wide Area Network

9.1 FCC
9.1.1. Important Notice to OEM integrators

  1. This module is limited to OEM installation ONLY.
  2. This module is limited to installation in mobile or fixed applications, according to Part 2.1091(b).
  3. The separate approval is required for all other operating configurations, including portable configurations with respect to Part 2.1093 and different antenna configurations.
  4. For FCC Part 15.31 (h) and (k): The host manufacturer is responsible for additional testing to verify compliance as a composite system. When testing the host device for compliance with Part 15 Subpart B, the host manufacturer is required to show compliance with Part 15 Subpart B while the transmitter module(s) are installed and operating. The modules should be transmitting and the evaluation should confirm that the module’s intentional emissions are compliant (i.e. fundamental and out of band
    emissions). The host manufacturer must verify that there are no additional unintentional emissions other than what is permitted in Part 15 Subpart B or emissions are complaint with the transmitter(s) rule(s).
    The Grantee will provide guidance to the host manufacturer for Part 15 B requirements if needed.

9.1.2. Important Note
notice that any deviation(s) from the defined parameters of the antenna trace, as described by the instructions, require that the host product manufacturer must notify to XXXX that they wish to change the antenna trace design. In this case, a Class II permissive change application is required to be filed by the USI, or the host manufacturer can take responsibility through the change in FCC ID (new application) procedure followed by a Class II permissive change application.
9.1.3. End Product Labeling
When the module is installed in the host device, the FCC/IC ID label must be visible through a window on the final device or it must be visible when an access panel, door or cover is easily re-moved. If not, a second label must be placed on the outside of the final device that contains the following text: “Contains FCC ID: 2BEY3LCUK54WWDA” “Contains IC: 32052-LCUK54WWDA “ The FCC ID/IC ID can be used only when all FCC/IC compliance requirements are met.
9.1.4. Antenna Installation

  1. The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users,
  2. The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
  3. Only antennas of the same type and with equal or less gains as shown below may be used with this module. Other types of antennas and/or higher gain antennas may require additional authorization for operation.
Band MAX Gain (dBi)
WCDMA B2 8.00
WCDMA B4 5.00
WCDMA B5 9.42
LTE B2 8.50
LTE B4 5.50
LTE B5 9.91
LTE B7 9.00
LTE B12 9.20
LTE B13 9.66
LTE B14 9.73
LTE B17 9.24
LTE B25 8.50
LTE B26(814-824) 9.86
LTE B26(824-849) 9.91
LTE B30 0.98
LTE B38 9.00
LTE B41 9.00
LTE B42 8.00
LTE B43 1.00
LTE B48 1.00
LTE B66 5.50
LTE B71 8.98

In the event that these conditions cannot be met (for example certain laptop configurations or colocation with another transmitter), then the FCC/IC authorization is no longer considered valid and the FCC ID/IC ID cannot be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate FCC/IC authorization.

9.1.5. Manual Information to the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end product which integrates this module. The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning as show in this manual.
9.1.6. Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
9.1.7. List of applicable FCC rules
This module has been tested and found to comply with part 22, part 24, part 27 and part 90 requirements for Modular Approval.
The modular transmitter is only FCC authorized for the specific rule parts (i.e., FCC transmitter rules) listed on the grant, and that the host product manufacturer is responsible for compliance to any other FCC rules that apply to the host not covered by the modular transmitter grant of certification. If the grantee markets their product as being Part 15 Subpart B compliant (when it also contains unintentional-radiator digital circuity), then the grantee shall provide a notice stating that the final host product still requires Part 15 Subpart B compliance testing with the modular transmitter installed.
9.1.8. This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions:(For module device use)

  1. The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and
  2. The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.

As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed.
9.1.9. Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body.
9.2. IC
9.2.1. Industry Canada Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause interference; and
(2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device
9.2.2. Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body.
9.2.4. This device is intended only for OEM integrators under the following conditions: (For module device use)
1) The antenna must be installed such that 20 cm is maintained between the antenna and users, and
2) The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter or antenna.
As long as 2 conditions above are met, further transmitter test will not be required. However, the OEM integrator is still responsible for testing their end-product for any additional compliance requirements required with this module installed.
9.2.6. IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the event that these conditions can not be met (for example certain laptop configurations or colocation with another transmitter), then the Canada authorization is no longer considered valid and the IC ID can not be used on the final product. In these circumstances, the OEM integrator will be responsible for re-evaluating the end product (including the transmitter) and obtaining a separate Canada authorization.
9.2.8. End Product Labeling
This transmitter module is authorized only for use in device where the antenna may be installed such that 20 cm may be maintained between the antenna and users. The final end product must be labeled in a visible area with the following: “Contains IC: 32052-LCUK54WWDA”.
9.2.10.Manual Information To the End User
The OEM integrator has to be aware not to provide information to the end user regarding how to install or remove this RF module in the user’s manual of the end product which integrates this module.
The end user manual shall include all required regulatory information/warning as show in this manual.
9.2.12 Antenna Requirements 
The following antennae were approved with the prototype:
This radio transmitter [32052-LCUK54WWDA] has been approved by innovation, Science and development Economic Canada to operate with the types of antennas listed below, with the maximum allowable gain indicated. The types of antennas not included in this list that have a gain of any type lis ted are strictly prohibited for use with this device.

Band Description MAX Gain (dBi)
WCDMA B2  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PIFA Antenna

3.87
WCDMA B4 3.91
WCDMA B5 3.32
LTE B2 3.87
LTE B4 3.91
LTE B5 3.32
LTE B7 3.16
LTE B12 3.19
LTE B13 3.28
LTE B14 3.25
LTE B17 3.19
LTE B25 3.87
LTE B26(824-849) 3.32
LTE B30 0.98
LTE B38 3.07
LTE B41 3.16
LTE B42 2.35
LTE B43 1.94
LTE B48 1.00
LTE B66 3.91
LTE B71 3.07

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Documents / Resources

NETPRISMA LCUK54-WWD Module [pdf] User Manual
2BEY3LCUK54WWDA, lcuk54wwda, LCUK54-WWD Module, LCUK54-WWD, Module

References

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