Quectel RMU500-EK Manuel utilisateur

RMU500-EK User Guide

5G Module Series

Version: 1.0

Date: 2020-11-23

Status: Released

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About the Document

Revision History

Version

Date

Author

Description

2019-12-19

Tom TANG/

Shaky LIN

Creation of the document

1.0

2020-11-23

Tom TANG/

Shaky LIN

First official release

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Contents 
About the Document...................................................................................................................................3 
Contents.......................................................................................................................................................4 
Table Index...................................................................................................................................................5 
Figure Index.................................................................................................................................................6 
1Introduction..........................................................................................................................................7 
1.1. Safety Information ...................................................................................................................7 
2General Overview.................................................................................................................................9 
2.1. Key Features...........................................................................................................................9 
2.2. Component Placement of the EVB .......................................................................................10 
2.3. Top View of the EVB.............................................................................................................11 
2.4. EVB Kit Accessories..............................................................................................................11 
3Components/Interfaces.....................................................................................................................13 
3.1. Components/Interfaces of the EVB.......................................................................................13 
3.1.1. Power Supply (J101/J301).............................................................................................13 
3.1.2. M.2 Interface (J201).......................................................................................................14 
3.1.3. USB Interface (J301)......................................................................................................14 
3.1.4. (U)SIM Interface (J401)..................................................................................................15 
3.1.5. Status Indicator (D104/D107) ........................................................................................17 
3.1.6. RF Cables and Antennas...............................................................................................18 
3.1.6.1. Antenna Design....................................................................................................18 
3.1.6.2. Antenna Efficiency................................................................................................18 
3.1.6.3. Antenna Specification...........................................................................................19 
3.2. Component Assembling Steps..............................................................................................20 
4EVB Operation Procedures...............................................................................................................24 
4.1. Turn on the Module...............................................................................................................24 
4.2. Communication Via the USB Interface .................................................................................24 
4.3. Firmware Upgrade.................................................................................................................25 
4.4. Turn Off the Module ..............................................................................................................26 
5Appendix References........................................................................................................................27 

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Table Index

Table 1: Key Features.................................................................................................................................. 9

Table 2: Interfaces and Functions of the EVB........................................................................................... 10

Table 3: Accessories List...........................................................................................................................11

Table 4: Pin Definition of J401...................................................................................................................16

Table 5: Description of Status Indicator LEDs...........................................................................................17

Table 6: Antenna Specification ..................................................................................................................19

Table 7: Related Documents......................................................................................................................27

Table 8: Terms and Abbreviations............................................................................................................. 27

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Figure Index 
Figure 1: Component Placement of the EVB (Top View)..........................................................................10 
Figure 2: EVB Top View............................................................................................................................. 11 
Figure 3: EVB Power Supply Interfaces.....................................................................................................13 
Figure 4: M.2 Connector on the EVB......................................................................................................... 14 
Figure 5: USB Connector........................................................................................................................... 14 
Figure 6: Connection Between PC and EVB.............................................................................................15 
Figure 7: Simplified Connecting Schematic for (U)SIM Card Connector J401.......................................... 15 
Figure 8: Pin Assignment of (U)SIM Card Connector J401.......................................................................16 
Figure 9: Status Indicators......................................................................................................................... 17 
Figure 10: Reference Design for Antennas ...............................................................................................18 
Figure 11: Antenna Efficiency at 700–960 MHz and 1.7–6 GHz............................................................... 18 
Figure 12: Antenna Efficiency at 1.7–6 GHz.............................................................................................. 19 
Figure 13: Assembling Step 1.................................................................................................................... 20 
Figure 14: Assembling Step 2.................................................................................................................... 21 
Figure 15: Assembling Step 3.................................................................................................................... 21 
Figure 16: Assembling Step 4....................................................................................................................22 
Figure 17: Assembling Step 5....................................................................................................................22 
Figure 18: Assembling Step 6....................................................................................................................23 
Figure 19: USB Ports................................................................................................................................. 24 
Figure 20: COM Port Setting Field on QCOM (USB AT Port Connection)................................................25 
Figure 21: Configurations for Firmware Upgrade......................................................................................25 
 
 
 

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1Introduction

This document introduces the evaluation board RMU500-EK for RM500Q-GL, the assistant tool for

developers to develop and test the modules, and describes how to use it.

1.1. Safety Information

The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the operation, such as usage,

service or repair of any cellular terminal or mobile incorporating the module. Manufacturers of the cellular

terminal should notify users and operating personnel of the following safety information by incorporating

these guidelines into all manuals of the product. Otherwise, Quectel assumes no liability for customers’

failure to comply with these precautions.

Full attention must be paid to driving at all times in order to reduce the risk of an

accident. Using a mobile while driving (even with a handsfree kit) causes

distraction and can lead to an accident. Please comply with laws and regulations

restricting the use of wireless devices while driving.

Switch off the cellular terminal or mobile before boarding an aircraft. The operation

of wireless appliances in an aircraft is forbidden to prevent interference with

communication systems. If there is an Airplane Mode, it should be enabled prior to

boarding an aircraft. Please consult the airline staff for more restrictions on the use

of wireless devices on an aircraft.

Wireless devices may cause interference on sensitive medical equipment, so

please be aware of the restrictions on the use of wireless devices when in

hospitals, clinics or other healthcare facilities.

Cellular terminals or mobiles operating over radio signal and cellular network

cannot be guaranteed to connect in certain conditions, such as when the mobile bill

is unpaid or the (U)SIM card is invalid. When emergent help is needed in such

conditions, use emergency call if the device supports it. In order to make or receive

a call, the cellular terminal or mobile must be switched on in a service area with

adequate cellular signal strength. In an emergency, the device with emergency call

function cannot be used as the only contact method considering network

connection cannot be guaranteed under all circumstances.

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The cellular terminal or mobile contains a transceiver. When it is ON, it receives

and transmits radio frequency signals. RF interference can occur if it is used close

to TV sets, radios, computers or other electric equipment.

In locations with explosive or potentially explosive atmospheres, obey all posted

signs and turn off wireless devices such as mobile phone or other cellular

terminals. Areas with explosive or potentially explosive atmospheres include

fuelling areas, below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities,

and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or

metal powders.

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2General Overview

Quectel supplies RMU500-EK for designers to develop applications based on RM500Q-GL module and to

test basic functionalities of it.

2.1. Key Features

The following table describes the detailed features of RMU500-EK.

Table 1: Key Features

Features

Description

Power Supply

DC supply: +5 V/ 2.5 A for the EVB

M.2 Interface

Support RM500Q-GL

(U)SIM Interface

Support (U)SIM card: 2.95/1.8 V

USB Interface

USB 3.1 & USB 2.0

Status Indication

2 LEDs available for signal indication

Physical Characteristics

Size: 100 mm ×60 mm

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