FCC ID: LHJ-FE3NA0031 FE3NA0031 module

FE3NA0031 User Manual FE3NA0031 LTE 4G CAT4 NAD Module User Manual V2.2 for certification FCC ID: LHJ-FE3NA0031 IC: 2807E-FE3NA0031 Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual Change History Date 2022.06.16 Initial version 2022.06.17 Update general information Rev 1 2 2.1 2022.06.23 Update regulatory compliance notes 2.2 2022.06.30 Update regulatory compliance notes Change Description Owner (s) Liu Pujia Liu Pujia & Flores Sonia Liu Pujia Liu Pujia Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual Table of Contents 1 Key Features ............................................................................................................................ 7 2 3 4 5 6 Regulatory Compliance Notes ................................................................................................ 10 Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 13 Mechanical Information ......................................................................................................... 15 Storage and Handling ............................................................................................................. 18 Part Reliability ....................................................................................................................... 19 Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual List of Figures Figure 1: Module Exploded View .................................................................................................................15 Figure 2: Module Top Side View ..................................................................................................................16 Figure 3: Module Side View .........................................................................................................................17 Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual List of Tables Table 1: SA415M Band Configuration Support ..............................................................................................8 Table 2: Recommended Operating Conditions ............................................................................................13 Table 3: Output Voltage Supplies .................................................................................................................13 Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual Terms and Acronyms CDMA UMTS WCDMA LTE LTE-A GLONASS GNSS DCM-TCU DRX ES FDD GPIO GSM HU HSIC PCIe MP NAD OEM PCB PHY SIM TDD TSP Code Division Multiple Access Universal Mobile Telecommunication System Wideband Code Division Multiple Access Long Term Evolution LTE-Advanced GLObalnaya NAvigatsionnaya Sputnikovaya Sistema Global Navigation Satellite System Data Connectivity Module Discontinuous Reception Engineering Sample Frequency Division Duplex General Purpose Input Output Global System for Mobile USB host High Speed Inter-Chip Peripheral Component Interconnect Express Mass Production Network Access Device Original Equipment Manufacturer Printed Circuit Board Physical Layer Subscriber Identity Module Time Division Duplex Telematics Service Provider Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual LTE 4G NAD Module The LTE 4G is a CAT 4 Rel. 14 NAD is a family of proprietary embedded modules designed by Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. The modules will be integrated into Data Connectivity Modules (DCM-TCUs) or USB hosts (HUs) designed and produced by Continental or by a 3rd party for use by automotive OEMs. DCM-TCUs will be installed into vehicles during the OEMs factory assembly process and will not be accessible without use of special tools. Primary use-cases are data-centric with data and voice connections to Telematics Service Providers (TSP). Hardware Version Notes This document may contain details specific to only certain Hardware revisions of the device. When detailing properties unique to one or more HW revisions, the specific revision will be identified, otherwise it is assumed to be applicable to the latest Hardware. 1 Key Features 1.1 LTE 4G NAD Module (SA415M Entry) 1.1.1 Air Interface Support LTE FDD/TDD: 3GPP Rel. 14 LTE FDD CAT4 DL (150Mbps) / CAT4 UL (50Mbps) LTE TDD CAT4 DL (150Mbps) / CAT4 UL (50Mbps) UMTS Rel.9: HSUPA CAT6 (up to 5.76-Mbps), HSPA CAT14 (up to 21-Mbps) or HSPA CAT24 (up to 42-Mbps) depending on configuration GSM: EGPRS Rel-9 VoLTE HD Voice Embedded Qualcomm GNSS Sub-system GNSS L1 Frequency Band: Beidou-B1, Galileo E1, GLONASS-G1, GPS-L1 and SBAS-L1 GNSS L5 Frequency Band: Galileo-E5A and GPS-L5 SBAS supported: EGNOS/MSAS/QZSS/WAAS/GAGAN 1.1.2 Processing and Memory Support Apps Processor Modem Processor AOSS (Always-On Sub-System) RPM Internal Memory Module RAM Cortex-A7 1.5 GHz ARMv7 Instruction Set 32-bit architecture 32 KB L1 I/D Cache 256 KB L2 Cache Hexagon QDSP6 1.5 GHz 2MB L2 Cache Low-Power Audio Post-Processing supported in the modem system Cortex M3 100 MHz MPM is the only master MPM coordinates shutdown/wakeup, clock rates, and VDDs 176 KB Boot ROM 24 KB IMEM 1x16 LPDDR4x 1.33 GHz 4Gbit / 512 M Bytes Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual Module NAND 4Gbit / 512 M Bytes

-x8 SLC Micron MT29GZ5A5BPGGA-53 1.1.3 Electrical Interface Support Antenna Ports PCIe Ethernet USB QLINK I2S UIM BLSP Interfaces ADC LTE/WCDMA/GSM: LTE_ANT_1, LTE_ANT_2 GNSS: GNSS_ANT_1 1x Lane (Gen2) End Point and Root Complex support RGMII Integrated MAC 4 Rx bits 4 Tx bits 1 Gbps 1 port Supports USB3.0 or USB2.0 QLINK 2.0 4 lanes DL0, UDL0, UDL1, UL0 Up to two ports UIM1/UIM2 1.8V/3V support 4 BLSP Ports (I2C, SPI, UART) 4 bits each;

Muxed serial interfaces UART: 4 Mbps I2C: Yes SPI: Yes (Master) 2 ADC ports 1.2 Package 585-pin LGA module of size 38 x 40 x 2.93 mm 1.3 Band Configurations Supported 1.3.1 SA415M -based Design Table 1: SA415M Band Configuration Support Model Name TRC LTE Bands WCDMA Bands GSM GNSS MCP FE3NA0031 TRC0804510000 B2, B4, B5, B7, B12, B13 B2, B4, B5 B2, B5 L1 4G + 4G 1.4 NAD Accessibility Requirement during development and certification HS-USB and UART: Product teams must make sure to provide access to the NAD communication ports to be used during development and certification testing. The following functionality must be avaialble after the NAD is integrated:

Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual Access to the NADs HS-USB interface, including AT command, Diagnostics and NMEA ports. Ability to conduct basic call processing and data throughout measurements. NAD UART for communication using Linux console. RF Ports: If on-board antennas are used by the product, provisions must be made to support conducted RF measurements on all antenna interfaces: LTE Primary, Diversity and GNSS. SIM Interface: Electrical performance of the SIM interface is always evaluated during certification testing of the final product. Product teams must insure that the SIM interface can be accessed for testing without degrading its integrity. Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 2 Regulatory Compliance Notes 2.1 Regulatory compliance notes 2.1.1 FCC:

This device complies with Part 15, Part 22(H), Part 24(E) Part 27 and Part 96 of the FCC Rules. The FCC ID for this device is LHJ-FE3NA0031. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 or more 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. 2.1.2 Industry of Canada:

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canadas license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference. (2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Lmetteur/rcepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le prsent appareil est conforme aux CNR dInnovation, Sciences et Dveloppement conomique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Lexploitation est autorise aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) Lappareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; (2) Lappareil doit accepter tout brouillage radiolectrique subi, mme si le brouillage est susceptible den compromettre le fonctionnement. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC/ISED multi-transmitter product procedures. Cet appareil et son antenne ne doivent pas tre situs ou fonctionner en conjonction avec une autre antenne ou un autre metteur, sauf conformment aux procdures de produits multi-metteurs FCC/ISED. Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 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 20cm between the radiator & your body. Additional testing and certification for SAR will be required if the distance limitation cannot be met. Dclaration d'exposition aux radiations:

Cet quipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC tablies pour un environnement non contrl. Cet quipement doit tre install et utilis avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps. Des tests et une certification supplmentaires pour le SAR seront requis si la limitation de distance ne peut pas tre respecte. 2.2 Device Installation and user manual The FE3NA0031 module is a proprietary product designed and manufactured by Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. for integration into Telematics control units manufactured by Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. for automotive OEMs. i. The module is limited to installation ONLY in an integrated device manufactured by Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. ii. During manufacturing process of the integrated device, the module is soldered onto the PCB of the integrated device. iii. The integrated device must provide RF connectors to external antennas or RF traces to connect the FE3NA0031 modules to antennas inside the integrated device. iv. Automotive OEM is responsible for ensuring that the end-user has no manual instructions to remove or install module. v. The module is limited to installation in mobile applications, according to Part 2.1091(b). vi. No other operation configurations are allowed. vii. Changes or modifications to this system by other than a facility authorized by Continental could void authorization to use this equipment. viii. The module does not have a pre-defined antenna. The module must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and antenna. Under No conditions may an antenna gain be used that would exceed the ERP and EIRP power limit as specified in Part 22, Part 24, Part 27 and Part 96. ix. The module must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and antenna and must not be co-located or operate in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter, except in accordance with FCC multi-transmitter evaluation procedures as documented in this filing. Additional testing and certification for SAR will be required if the distance limitation cannot be met. x. The integrator is responsible for fulfilling FCC and IC requirements for the integrated device. The module must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and antenna. SAR is related to the final products implementation and should be assessed based on its proximity to human body. If Continental chooses to re-use modular approval, then the TCU shall be clearly labeled with an external label containing the integrated modems FCC ID. For example, the label can include text Contains device with FCC ID: LHJ-FE3NA0031 and IC: 2807E-FE3NA0031. Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 2.3 Instruction of OEMs Continental must instruct the automotive OEM and provide them to include the following information into the car users manual (i.e. for the DCM):

1. End-users must be provided with transmitter/antenna installation requirements and operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance:

2. A separate section should clearly state FCC RF Exposure requirements:

3. Required operating conditions for end users. 4. The antenna used with this device must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons, and must not transmit simultaneously with any other transmitter, except in accordance with FCC/ISED multi-transmitter product procedures. Additional testing and certification for SAR will be required if the distance limitation cannot be met. 5. The Maximum ERP/EIRP and maximum antenna gain required for compliance with Parts 15, 22H, 24E, 27, and 96. 6. Clear instructions describing the other partys responsibility to obtain station licensing. 2.4 Antenna requirements for user with FE3NA0031 module The module must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Additional testing and certification for SAR will be required if the distance limitation cannot be met. The FE3NA0031 module does not contain internal antennas and external antenna must be provided by the integrator or OEM. Based on FCC OET Bulletin 65 Supplement C and 47 CRF 2.1091 and on RSS-102 Issue 5, for all LTE/WCDMA/GSM operations the maximum antenna gain including cable loss shall not exceed the following values:

o GSM 850: 7.1 dBi o GSM 1900: 2.5 dBi o WCDMA Band 2: 8.5 dBi o WCDMA Band 4: 5.5 dBi o WCDMA Band 5: 9.5 dBi o LTE Band 2: 9.0 dBi o LTE Band 4: 6.0 dBi o LTE Band 5: 10.0 dBi o LTE Band 7: 9.0 dBi o LTE Band 12: 9.6 dBi o LTE Band 13: 10.1 dBi 2.5 Material statement The End of Life Vehicle Directive (EVL) must be applied to the FE3NA0031 module. This means that the component is included into the overall vehicle (since it is permanently installed) and if the explanation of the materials used and, if applicable, disposal descriptions from the vehicle manufacturer. Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 3 Specifications 3.1 Recommended Operating Conditions Over operating temperature range (unless otherwise stated) Table 2: Recommended Operating Conditions Parameter

(1) Power management input supply voltage 4V_PMX_V

(1) Average power tracking input supply voltage 4V_QET_V

(1) 5V_CV2X Average power tracking input supply voltage Total module maximum peak current (1ms), all pins (4) 4V_MODULE_IMAX

(5) Power management input supply RMS current 4V_PMX_RMS

(5) Average power tracking input supply RMS current 4V_QET_RMS VREG_SDC Output voltage for SD card signals 1.8V or 2.95V MIN 3.8 3.8 4.75

VREF_RGMII Operating Temperature:

Fully Compliant Operation (2) Extended Operation (3)

-30

-40 TYP 4.0 4.0 5.0

1.8 /

2.95 1.8 MAX 4.2 4.2 5.25 4.2 300 580

+75

+85 Junction Temperature (Tj) of Key Qualcomm ICs SA415M (Tj) (6) Ecall temperature Operating temperature SDR8179 (Tj) (6) Ecall temperature Operating temperature

+115

+105

+115

+105 UNIT V V V A mA mA V V C C C C C C

(1) Voltage range includes both DC and AC components, including ripple, overshoot, undershoot or

(2) Module is functional and meets all required RF performance criteria.

(3) Module is functional and may not meet all required RF performance criteria.

(4) Peak module current drain is dominated by 3A GSM pulse, which is on for 0.57-ms and off for sag. 4.03-ms.

(5) RMS current drain measurement period is 5-ms minimum.

(6) Emergency calling allowed for Tj (junction temperature) within this range. 3.2 Output Voltage Supplies Table 3: Output Voltage Supplies Digital Reference 1.8V Digital Reference 1.8V Analog Reference 2.7V Analog Reference 2.7V Parameter VREF_1V8 VREF_1V8_IMAX VREF_2V7 VREF_2V7_IMAX VREF_SDC Digital Reference voltage for SDC VREF_SDC_IMAX VREG_CORE_VH WLAN power supply 1.8V VREG_CORE_VH_IMAX VREG_CORE_VM WLAN power supply 1.2V VREG_CORE_VM_IMAX MIN 1.70

2.60

1.7 TYP 1.80

2.70

1.8/2.95 1.8 1.8 1.224 1.224 MAX 1.95 10 2.80 10 2.99 5 2 tbd 1.3 tbd UNIT V mA V mA V mA V mA V mA Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 3.3 NAD Module RF Characteristics 3.3.1 NAD Module RF Transmitter Output Power The Transmitter Power at the NAD antenna terminal at Room Temperature (not the FAKRA of the evaluation board or the Telematics/parent module):

WCDMA: + 23.5 dBm +1.0/-2.5 dB LTE: +23.0 dBm +1.0/-2.0 dB *

GSM 850 and 900: +32.5 dBm 1.5 dB GSM 1800 and 1900: +29.5 dBm 1.5 dB Per 3GPP TS 05.05, the following Maximum Output Power Reduction will be taken during Multi-

slot GPRS operation:

o 0 dB back -off for 1TX slot o 1.5 dB back-off for 2TX slots o 3.5 dB back-off for 3TX slots o 4.5 dB back-off for 4TX slots EDGE 850 and 900: +27 dBm 1.5 dB EDGE 1800 and 1900: +26 dBm 1.5 dB Per 3GPP TS 05.05, the following Maximum Output Power Reduction will be taken during Multi-

slot EDGE operation:

o 0 dB back -off for 1TX slot o 2.0 dB back-off for 2TX slots o 3.0 dB back-off for 3TX slots o 4.0 dB back-off for 4TX slots For most bands. Some exceptions exist, based on 3GPP standard 3.3.2 NAD Module RF Receiver Sensitivity The Receiver Sensitivity at the NAD antenna terminal at Room Temperature (not the FAKRA of the evaluation board or the Telematics/parent module):

GSM low bands (800/900): 3GPP TS 51.010-1 Section 14.2 WCDMA bands: 3GPP TS 34.121-1 Section 6.2 LTE bands: 3GPP TS GPP 36.521 Section 7.3 GNSS bands: -163 dBm (in Out-Of-Service mode) Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 4 Mechanical Information 4.1 Module Exploded View 1 2 3 4 Figure 1: Module Exploded View 1: Cover 2: Shield 3: Label 4: PCB Assembly. Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 4.2 Module Top View All dimensions are in mm. Figure 2: Module Top Side View Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 4.3 Module Side View All dimensions are in mm. Figure 3: Module Side View Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 5 Storage and Handling 5.1 Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) All NAD modules are moisture sensitive and should be kept in their sealed moisture resistant bags until ready for assembly onto the DCM-TCU via the soldering process. Any parts that are not used immediately should be properly resealed in the same moisture resistant bag using appropriate equipment or placed into a dry box until they are needed again. The moisture sensitivity level (MSL) shown below is the amount of time the NAD modules may be exposed before this action must be taken. If the allowed MSL time elapses, the NAD modules must be baked per standard protocol to remove moisture. Moisture Sensitivity Level: MSL Level 3

(1 Week) This remainder of this section will be completed in a future release of this document. Internal FE3NA0031 User Manual 6 Part Reliability This section will be completed in a future release of this document. Internal

Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. 21440 W. Lake Cook Rd., Deer Park, IL, 60010, U.S.A. Tel: (847)862-2435; Fax: (847)862-2410 Date: April 26, 2022 Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road - Gate A Columbia, Maryland 21046 Subject: Request for Confidentiality FCC ID: LHJ-FE3NA0031 To Whom It May Concern, Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 0.457 and 0.459 of Commissions rules (47CFR0.457, 0.459), we are requesting the Commission to withhold the following attachments as confidential document from public disclosure indefinitely. Schematic Diagram Block Diagram Parts List Tune-up Procedure Operational Description Above mentioned document contains detailed system and equipment description are considered as proprietary information in operation of the equipment. The public disclosure of above documents might be harmful to our company and would give competitor an unfair advantage in the market. In additional to above mentioned documents, pursuant to Public Notice DA 04-1705 of the Commission s policy, in order to comply with the marketing regulations in 47 CFT 2.803 and the importation rules in 47 CFR 2.1204, while ensuring that business sensitive information remains confidential until the actual marketing of newly authorized devices. We are requesting the commission to grant short-term confidentiality request on the following attachments until 180 days after the Grant Date of Equipment Authorizations. It is our understanding that all measurement test reports, FCC ID label format and correspondent during certification review process cannot be granted as confidential documents and those information will be available for public review once the grant of equipment authorization is issued. Best Regards, External Photos Internal Photos Test Setup Photos Users Manual Name/Title: James Zhang/Manager Company: Continental Automotive Systems, Inc. Tel: 8478622435 Fax: 847-8628016 E-mail: jianming01.zhang@continental-corporation.com