FCC ID: N7NHL78 Embedded Module

AirPrime HL7800 Hardware Integration Guide 41114001 Rev. 1 AirPrime HL7800 Hardware Integration Guide Important Notice Safety and Hazards Limitation of Liability Due to the nature of wireless communications, transmission and reception of data can never be guaranteed. Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless product are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the Sierra Wireless product should not be used in situations where failure to transmit or receive data could result in damage of any kind to the user or any other party, including but not limited to personal injury, death, or loss of property. Sierra Wireless accepts no responsibility for damages of any kind resulting from delays or errors in data transmitted or received using the Sierra Wireless product, or for failure of the Sierra Wireless product to transmit or receive such data. Do not operate the Sierra Wireless product in areas where blasting is in progress, where explosive atmospheres may be present, near medical equipment, near life support equipment, or any equipment which may be susceptible to any form of radio interference. In such areas, the Sierra Wireless product MUST BE POWERED OFF. The Sierra Wireless product can transmit signals that could interfere with this equipment. Do not operate the Sierra Wireless product in any aircraft, whether the aircraft is on the ground or in flight. In aircraft, the Sierra Wireless product MUST BE POWERED OFF. When operating, the Sierra Wireless product can transmit signals that could interfere with various onboard systems. Note: Some airlines may permit the use of cellular phones while the aircraft is on the ground and the door is open. Sierra Wireless products may be used at this time. The driver or operator of any vehicle should not operate the Sierra Wireless product while in control of a vehicle. Doing so will detract from the driver or operators control and operation of that vehicle. In some states and provinces, operating such communications devices while in control of a vehicle is an offence. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Sierra Wireless. SIERRA WIRELESS AND ITS AFFILIATES SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, GENERAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE OR ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR REVENUE ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY SIERRA WIRELESS PRODUCT, EVEN IF SIERRA WIRELESS AND/OR ITS AFFILIATES HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR THEY ARE FORESEEABLE OR FOR CLAIMS BY ANY THIRD PARTY. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall Sierra Wireless and/or its affiliates aggregate liability arising under or in connection with the Sierra Wireless product, regardless of the number of events, occurrences, or claims giving rise to liability, be in excess of the price paid by the purchaser for the Sierra Wireless product. Patents This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc. This product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM. This product is manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more patents licensed from MMP Portfolio Licensing. Rev. 1 July 2020 2 41114001 Preface Copyright 2020 Sierra Wireless. All rights reserved. Trademarks Sierra Wireless, AirPrime, AirLink, AirVantage and the Sierra Wireless logo are registered trademarks of Sierra Wireless. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Sales information and technical support, including warranty and returns Web: sierrawireless.com/company/contact-us/

Global toll-free number: 1-877-687-7795 6:00 am to 5:00 pm PST Corporate and product information Web: sierrawireless.com Contact Information Revision History Revision number Release date Changes 1 July 2020 Creation Rev. 1 July 2020 3 41114001 Contents Introduction . 5 Accessories . 5 Power . 6 Power Supply. 6 Module Power Modes . 6 RF Specifications . 7 Supported Bands . 7 Conducted Tx Power . 8 General Design Recommendations . 9 Host Application Board PCB . 9 Power Supply. 9 Antenna . 9 ESD Guidlines . 9 ESD Guidelines for USIM . 9 ESD Guidelines for USB (TBC) . 10 Regulatory Compliance and Industry Certifications . 12 Important Compliance Information for North American Users . 12 Terms and Abbreviations . 14 Rev. 1 July 2020 4 41114001 1: Introduction 1 The AirPrime HL7800 is an industrial-grade LGA 86-pad module that provides data connectivity on LTE networks. The module also provides GNSS functionality. 1.1 Accessories A hardware development kit is available for AirPrime HL78 series modules. The kit contains hardware components for evaluating and developing with the module, including:

Other accessories Development board Cables Antennas (Additional antennas may be required to support all bands) Rev. 1 July 2020 5 41114001 2: Power 2 2.1 Power Supply The host provides power to the AirPrime HL7800 through multiple power and ground pins. The host must provide safe and continuous power at all times; the module does not have an independent power supply, or protection circuits to guard against electrical issues. For detailed pinout and voltage / current requirements of this module, see the AirPrime HL7800 Product Technical Specification. 2.2 Module Power Modes Table 2-1 summarizes the AirPrime HL7800 modules power modes. Table 2-1: Supported Power Modes Power Mode Description Wake-up Eventsa OFF Module is off (no power to the system) Apply power Running Module is powered RF power is on only during Rx/Tx activity n/a Sleep Basic low power mode Possible modem stateStack OFF, DRX, eDRX, PSM, No service Lite Hibernate Intermediate low power mode Possible modem stateStack OFF, eDRX, PSM, No service UART1_DTR signal transition to active

WAKE_UP signal transition to active UART1_DTR signal transition to active

WAKE_UP signal transition to active Hibernate Lowest power mode Possible modem stateStack OFF, eDRX, PSM

WAKE_UP signal transition to active a. Subject to device configuration. Rev. 1 July 2020 6 41114001 3: RF Specifications 3 3.1 Supported Bands The AirPrime HL7800 operates on the frequency bands listed below:

Table 3-1: LTE Frequency Band Support RF Band Transmit (Tx) Band (MHz) Receive (Rx) Band (MHz) Cat-M1 Cat-NB1 1749.91784.9 1844.91879.9 17101770 21102170 See a See a See a See a 21102170 19301990 18051880 21102155 869894 925960 729746 746756 860875 875890 791821 859894 852869 758803 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y See a B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B8 B9 B10 B12 B13 B18 B19 B20 B25 B26 B27 B28 B66 19201980 18501910 17101785 17101755 824849 880915 699716 777787 815830 830845 832862 814849 807824 703748 18501915 19301995 17101780 21102200 a. Will be supported in a future release. Table 3-2: GNSS Frequency Band Support Band Frequencies (MHz) GPS L1 GLONASS L1 FDMA 1575.42 20 1597.51605.8 Rev. 1 July 2020 7 41114001 AirPrime HL7800 Hardware Integration Guide 3.2 Conducted Tx Power Table 3-3: Conducted Tx Max Output Power Tolerances LTEa RF Band All bands Min 21.5b Typ 23 Max 24.5 Units Notes dBm Power Class 3 a. Normal operation conditions (25C) b. Power reduction may be applied to band edge channels. Rev. 1 July 2020 8 41114001 4: General Design Recommendations 4 This section describes general design recommendations for the AirPrime HL7800 module. Note: This is a non-exhaustive list of suggested design guidelines. The developer is responsible for deciding whether to implement these guidelines. 4.1 Host Application Board PCB For details pertaining to PCB design requirements and industrial assembly of the AirPrime HL7800 module on host applications, refer to Airprime HL78xx Customer Process Guidelines, available at http://source.sierrawireless.com. 4.2 Power Supply When designing the power supply, make sure that VBATT/VBATT_PA meet the requirements listed in the AirPrime HL7800 Product Technical Specification, available at http://source.sierrawireless.com. The AirPrime HL7800 should not be supplied with voltage over 4.35V, even temporarily or however briefly. If the system's main board power supply unit is unstable or supplied with voltage over 4.35V, even in the case of transient voltage presence on the circuit, the module's power amplifier may be severely damaged. To avoid such issues, add a voltage limiter to the module's power supply lines so that VBATT and VBATT_PA signal pads will never receive a voltage surge over 4.35V. The voltage limiter can be as simple as a Zener diode. 4.3 Antenna Sierra Wireless strongly recommends working with an antenna manufacturer either to develop an antenna adapted to the application, or to adapt an existing solution to the application. 4.4 ESD Guidlines 4.4.1 ESD Guidelines for USIM Decoupling capacitors must be added according to the drawings below as close as possible to the USIM connectors on UIM1_CLK, UIM1_RST, UIM1_VCC, UIM1_DATA and UIM1_DET signals to avoid EMC issues and to comply with the requirements of ETSI and 3GPP standards covering the USIM electrical interface. Rev. 1 July 2020 9 41114001 AirPrime HL7800 Hardware Integration Guide A typical schematic including USIM detection is provided below. UIM1_VCC UIM1_DATA D100 12pF UIM1_CLK UIM1_RESET UIM1_DET UIM1_VCC UIM1_RESET UIM1_CLK 1VCC 2RST 3CLK 4C4 GND5 VPP6 I/O7 C88 I N D F n 0 0 1 VGPIO 9SW_A SW_B10 1K UIM1_DATA UIM1_DET CN100 K 0 0 1 F n 1 I N D Figure 4-1: EMC and ESD Components Close to the USIM Sierra Wireless recommends using diode ESDALC6V1-5P6 ESD for D100. 4.4.2 ESD Guidelines for USB (TBC) When the USB interface is externally accessible, it is required to have ESD protection on the USB_VBUS, USB_D+ and USB_D- signals. Rev. 1 July 2020 10 41114001 General Design Recommendations R O T C E N N O C USB_VBUS USB _D+

USB_D 2 1 2 1 AirPrimeHL7800 3 3 Figure 4-2: ESD Protection for USB Note: It is not recommended to have an ESD diode with feedback path from USB_VBUS to either USB_D+ or USB_D-. Sierra Wireless recommends using ESD diode RCLAMP0503N or ESD5V3U2U-03LRH. Rev. 1 July 2020 11 41114001 5: Regulatory Compliance and Industry Certifi-

cations 5 5.1 Important Compliance Information for North American Users The AirPrime HL7800 module has been granted modular approval for mobile applications. Integrators may use the AirPrime HL7800 module in their end products without additional FCC/IC (Industry Canada) certification if they meet the following conditions. Otherwise, additional FCC/IC approvals must be obtained. 1. The end product must use the RF trace design approved with the AirPrime HL7800 module. The Gerber file of the trace design can be obtained from Sierra Wireless upon request. 2. At least 20 cm separation distance between the antenna and the users body must be maintained at all times. 3. To comply with FCC/IC regulations limiting both maximum RF output power and human exposure to RF radiation, the maximum antenna gain including cable loss in a mobile-only exposure condition must not exceed the limits stipulated in Table 5-1. Table 5-1: AirPrime HL7800 Antenna Gain Specifications Device Technology Band Frequency (MHz) Standalone Collocated Maximum antenna gain (dBi) AirPrime HL7800 LTE B2 B4 B5 B12 B13 B25 B26 B66 18501910 17101755 824849 699716 777787 18501915 814849 17101780 8 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 4 3 3 6 4 6 4. The AirPrime HL7800 module may transmit simultaneously with other collocated radio transmitters within a host device, provided the following conditions are met:

Each collocated radio transmitter has been certified by FCC/IC for mobile appli-

cation. At least 20 cm separation distance between the antennas of the collocated trans-

mitters and the users body must be maintained at all times. Rev. 1 July 2020 12 41114001 Regulatory Compliance and Industry Certifications The radiated power of a collocated transmitter must not exceed the EIRP limit stipulated in Table 5-2. Table 5-2: Collocated Radio Transmitter Specifications Device Technology Frequency (MHz) EIRP Limit (dBm) Collocated transmittersa WLAN 2.4 GHz 24002500 WLAN 5 GHz 51505850 BT WiGig 24002500 5832062640 30 30 15 25 a. Valid collocated transmitter combinations: WLAN+BT; WiGig+BT.

(WLAN+WiGig+BT is not permitted.) 5. A label must be affixed to the outside of the end product into which the AirPrime HL7800 module is incorporated, with a statement similar to the following:

This device contains FCC ID: N7NHL78 / IC:2417C-HL78. 6. A user manual with the end product must clearly indicate the operating requirements and conditions that must be observed to ensure compliance with current FCC/IC RF exposure guidelines. The end product with an embedded AirPrime HL7800 module may also need to pass the FCC Part 15 unintentional emission testing requirements and be properly authorized per FCC Part 15. Note: If this module is intended for use in a portable device, you are responsible for separate approval to satisfy the SAR requirements of FCC Part 2.1093 and IC RSS-102. Rev. 1 July 2020 13 41114001 6: Terms and Abbreviations 6 Table 6-1: Terms and Abbreviations Abbreviation Definition Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution Clock Discontinuous Reception Extended DRX Electro-Static Discharges European Telecommunications Standards Institute Frequency-division multiple access GLONASS Global Navigation Satellite System Global Navigation Satellite System General Packet Radio Service Global Positioning System Global System for Mobile communications Long-Term Evolution Printed Circuit Board Power Save Mode Reset User Identity Module Universal Serial Bus Universal Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter UMTS Subscriber Identity Module VBATT VBATT_PA Main Supply Voltage from Battery or DC Adapter CLK DRX EDGE eDRX ESD ETSI FDMA GNSS GPRS GPS GSM LTE PCB PSM RST UART UIM USB USIM Rev. 1 July 2020 14 41114001

May 27, 2019 To Whom It May Concern, RE: Labelling of HL7800 Module The HL7800 module is a Surface Mount Device soldered onto the end product and is not possible for the end-user to replace or remove from the end product. In an effort to reduce the amount of paper/plastic/adhesive label consumption and be a good environmental corporate role model, Sierra Wireless uses laser etching instead of the traditional labels for the module. The laser etching process requires a no etch circular area in the centre of the module so that modules can be picked up by vacuum nozzles. The dimension of the module is shown in the drawing below. FCC ID: N7NHL78 IC: 2417C-HL78 Due to the small size of the product and the no etch area (marked grey) required for the laser etching process, it is not practical to mark the FCC Identifier and IC certification number in a font size of 4 points or larger. Pursuant to FCC Rule 2.925, the FCC Identifier will be placed in the user manual and on the device packaging. Sierra Wireless hereby seeks agreement from ISED to place the IC certification number in the user manual in accordance with Section 4 of RSS-Gen Issue 5. Sincerely, Denis Chabot Senior Manager, Certification

Sierra Wireless Inc. 13811 Wireless Way Richmond, BC V6V 3A4 Canada Date: 2019-05-27 FCC ID: N7NHL78 AUTHORIZATION LETTER To Whom It May Concern:

Sierra Wireless Inc. hereby authorizes Joanna Hung / Specialist of Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services (H.K.) Ltd., Taoyuan Branch (BV CPS Taoyuan), to act on its behalf in all matters relating to the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) application for equipment authorization in connection with the FCC ID listed above, including signing of all documents relating to these matters. Any and all acts carried out by Joanna Hung / Specialist of BV CPS Taoyuan on Sierra Wireless Inc. s behalf, within the scope of the powers granted herein, shall have the same effect as acts of its own. If you have any questions regarding the authorization, please dont hesitate to contact us. Sincerely yours, _____________ Denis Chabot / Senior Manager, Certification Sierra Wireless Inc. Tel: +852 2824 5222 Fax: +852 2158 2751 E-mail: dchabot@sierrawireless.com

Sierra Wireless Inc. 13811 Wireless Way Richmond, BC V6V 3A4 Canada Date: March 31, 2020 To: BVCPS, INC. 775 Montague Expressway, Milpitas, CA 95035 USA Dear Sir/Madam, Re: Product Certification Representative Authorization Letter We, Sierra Wireless Inc. hereby authorize Bureau Veritas Consumer Product Services, Inc. to act as a Certification Body for certifying for the following project(s):

FCC ID: N7NHL78 Product Description: Embedded Module Model: HL7800 Sincerely, ____________ Denis Chabot / Senior Manager, Certification Sierra Wireless Inc. Tel: +852 2824 5222 Fax: +852 2158 2751 E-mail: dchabot@sierrawireless.com SCS-F18: Project and Product Certification Representative Authorization Letter Page 2 of 2 Rev 6.0

September 7, 2016 Federal Communications Commission Authorization and Standards Division 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 RE: Authorization Letter for Grantee Code N7N Dear Sir/Madam:

I hereby authorize Mr. Denis Chabot of Sierra Wireless to act on my behalf in all manners relating to the application for equipment authorization including signing of all documents relating to these matters. Any and all acts carried out by Mr. Denis Chabot of Sierra Wireless on my behalf shall have the same effect as acts of my own. Sincerely, Ying Wang Manager, Regulatory Compliance

Date: June 5, 2019 Sierra Wireless Inc. 13811 Wireless Way Richmond, BC V6V 3A4 Canada Federal Communications Commission 7435 Oakland Mills Road - Gate A Columbia, Maryland 21046 Schematic Diagram Block Diagram Tune-up Procedure Operational Description Subject: Request for Confidentiality FCC ID: N7NHL78 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. 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 CFR 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 ____________ Denis CHABOT Sierra Wireless Inc. Tel.: +852 2824 5222 E-mail: dchabot@sierrawireless.com

Modular Approval Checklist FCC ID: N7NHL78 Item Requirements 1 The radio elements must have the radio frequency circuitry shielded 2 The module must have buffered modulation/data inputs 3 4 5 6 7 The module must contain power supply regulation on the module The module must contain a permanently attached antenna, or contain a unique antenna connector, and be marketed and operated only with specific antenna(s) The module must demonstrate compliance in a stand-alone configuration The licensed module must have a FCC ID label on the module itself. That FCC 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 removed. If not, a second label must be placed on the outside of the final device that contains the following text:

Contains FCC ID: N7NHL78 The module must comply with all specific rules applicable to the transmitter. The grantee must provide comprehensive instructions to explain compliance requirements 8 The module must comply with RF exposure requirements EUT Module RADIO elements are shielded. Please see submitted external photograph exhibits Module chipset design incorporates integrated buffer circuitry Module chipset incorporates voltage regulation to transceiver circuitry No applicable to licensed modules EUT conformance testing was performed in a standalone configuration Please refer to FCC ID label format. Labeling instruction has been provided in the user manual exhibit(s). The Module is compliant with all applicable FCC rules. Compliance requirements are stated in the user manual exhibit(s). Compliance with RF exposure requirements is addressed in RF exposure report

Sierra Wireless Inc. 13811 Wireless Way Richmond, BC V6V 3A4 Canada FCC ID: N7NHL78 Date: March 30, 2020 Class II Permissive Change We, Sierra Wireless Inc., hereby declare that we are only and fully responsible for this CIIPC application of FCC ID: N7NHL78 base on the grant issued on 06/06/2019. The major change is to update FW to reduce NB-IOT B12 conducted power by software without any hardware change. The source code/SW file about this SW will ONLY be held by Sierra Wireless Inc. and it is IMPOSSIBLE to release these source code/SW file to any other third party to affect the RF function, power, or rating of this device. Except for the changes mentioned above, no other modification is performed. Should you have any question, please contact me directly. Thank you!

Sincerely, ____________ Denis Chabot / Senior Manager, Certificaiton Sierra Wireless Inc. Tel: +852 2824 5222 Fax: +852 2158 2751 E-mail: dchabot@SierraWireless.com

August 24, 2020 Federal Communications Commission Authorization and Standards Division 7435 Oakland Mills Road Columbia, MD 21046 Re:

Reference:

FCC ID: N7NHL78 Request for Grant Dismissal To Whom It May Concern:

It has come to our attention recently that the test reports submitted to the Commission for the certification of FCC ID: N7NHL78 contain incorrect measurement data due to the errors in test procedures. Incorrect RBW settings were used for measuring band edge emissions in Band 12, Band 13 and Band 26. To preserve the integrity of our FCC filings, we would like to request the Commission to dismiss the grant issued on June 6, 2019 as well as the subsequent C2PC grant issued on April 1, 2020. We confirm that no product bearing FCC ID: N7NHL78 has been sold or shipped to the US or anywhere in the world. Sincerely, Ying Wang Sr. Manager, Regulatory Compliance