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SARA-G3 and SARA-U2 series GSM/GPRS and GSM/EGPRS/HSPA Cellular Modules System Integration Manual Abstract This document describes the features and the system integration of the SARA-G3 series GSM/GPRS cellular modules and the SARA-U2 GSM/EGPRS/HSPA cellular modules. These modules are complete and cost efficient solutions offering voice and/or data communication over diverse cellular radio access technologies in the same compact SARA form factor: the SARA-G3 series support up to 4-band GSM/GPRS while the SARA-U2 series support 2-band high-speed HSPA and up to 2-band GSM/EGPRS. www.u-blox.com UBX-13000995 - R08 SARA-G3 and SARA-U2 series - System Integration Manual UBX-13000995 - R08 Page 2 of 188 Document Information Title SARA-G3 and SARA-U2 series Subtitle GSM/GPRS and GSM/EGPRS/HSPA Cellular Modules Document type System Integration Manual Document number UBX-13000995 Revision, date R08 29-Apr-2014 Document status Objective Specification Document status explanation Objective Specification Document contains target values. Revised and supplementary data will be published later. Advance Information Document contains data based on early testing. Revised and supplementary data will be published later. Early Production Information Document contains data from product verification. Revised and supplementary data may be published later. Production Information Document contains the final product specification. This document applies to the following products: Product name Type number Firmware version PCN / IN SARA-G300 SARA-G300-00S-00 08.58 GSM.G2-TN-13007 SARA-G310 SARA-G310-00S-00 08.58 GSM.G2-TN-13007 SARA-G340 SARA-G340-00S-00 08.49 UBX-14000382 SARA-G350 SARA-G350-00S-00 08.49 GSM.G2-TN-13002 SARA-G350 ATEX SARA-G350-00X-00 08.49 GSM.G2-TN-13002 SARA-U260 SARA-U260-00S-00 TBD TBD SARA-U270 SARA-U270-00S-00 TBD TBD SARA-U280 SARA-U280-00S-00 TBD TBD SARA-U290 SARA-U290-00S-00 TBD TBD SARA-U290-60S-00 TBD TBD u-blox reserves all rights to this document and the information contained herein. Products, names, logos and designs described herein may in whole or in part be subject to intellectual property rights. Reproduction, use, modification or disclosure to third parties of this document or any part thereof without the express permission of u-blox is strictly prohibited. The information contained herein is provided “as is” and u-blox assumes no liability for the use of the information. No warranty, either express or implied, is given, including but not limited, with respect to the accuracy, correctness, reliability and fitness for a particular purpose of the information. This document may be revised by u-blox at any time. For most recent documents, please visit www.u-blox.com. Copyright © 2014, u-blox AG Trademark Notice Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other registered trademarks or trademarks mentioned in this document are property of their respective owners. SARA-G3 and SARA-U2 series - System Integration Manual UBX-13000995 - R08 Objective Specification Preface Page 3 of 188 Preface u-blox Technical Documentation As part of our commitment to customer support, u-blox maintains an extensive volume of technical documentation for our products. In addition to our product-specific technical data sheets, the following manuals are available to assist u-blox customers in product design and development.  AT Commands Manual: This document provides the description of the AT commands supported by the u-blox cellular modules.  System Integration Manual: This document provides the description of u-blox cellular modules’ system from the hardware and the software point of view, it provides hardware design guidelines for the optimal integration of the cellular modules in the application device and it provides information on how to set up production and final product tests on application devices integrating the cellular modules.  Application Notes: These documents provide guidelines and information on specific hardware and/or software topics on u-blox cellular modules. See Related documents for a list of application notes related to your cellular module. How to use this Manual The SARA-G3 and SARA-U2 series System Integration Manual provides the necessary information to successfully design in and configure these u-blox cellular modules. This manual has a modular structure. It is not necessary to read it from the beginning to the end. The following symbols are used to highlight important information within the manual: An index finger points out key information pertaining to module integration and performance. A warning symbol indicates actions that could negatively impact or damage the module. Questions If you have any questions about u-blox cellular Integration:  Read this manual carefully.  Contact our information service on the homepage http://www.u-blox.com Technical Support Worldwide Web Our website (www.u-blox.com) is a rich pool of information. Product information and technical documents can be accessed 24h a day. By E-mail If you have technical problems or cannot find the required information in the provided documents, contact the closest Technical Support office. To ensure that we process your request as soon as possible, use our service pool email addresses rather than personal staff email addresses. Contact details are at the end of the document. Helpful Information when Contacting Technical Support When contacting Technical Support, have the following information ready:  Module type (e.g. SARA-G350) and firmware version  Module configuration  Clear description of your question or the problem  A short description of the application  Your complete contact details SARA-G3 and SARA-U2 series - System Integration Manual UBX-13000995 - R08 Objective Specification Contents Page 4 of 188 Contents Preface .....................................................................................…

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American Certification Body Inc. 6731 Whittier Ave, Suite C110, McLean, VA 22101, USA ACB: In section 4.2.2 of the user manual, I can see that the maximum antenna gain value is stated as “TBD”. Does this mean that the user manual is a draft document? If so, please confirm that the correct values will appear in the final document, as per the MPE report. Applicant: The document is a draft and the final version will contain the gain from the MPE report.

Registergericht  registered in:Vorstand  Board of Directors:7 layers AG, Borsigstrasse 11 Ratingen, HRB 3264Dr. Wolfgang Dahm40880 Ratingen, Germany Aufsichtsratsvorsitzende  Dr. Hans-Jürgen MeckelburgPhone: +49 (0) 2102 749 0 Chairman of the Supervisory Board:Fax: +49 (0) 2102 749 350 Dr. Sabine Grobeckerwww.7Layers.com Patrick Lomax 23 May 2014 Phone +49 (0) 2102 749 331 Fax +49 (0) 2102 749 350 Email: [email protected] request for a modular approval - FCC ID: XPYSARAU260 Dear Application Examiner, the module “SARA-U260” is seeking FCC authorization as a modular transmitter. The requirement of the FCC part 15.212 are met. The following requirements are fulfilled: 1. The modular transmitter must have its own RF shielding The radio portion of the module has its own RF shielding. 2. The modular transmitter must have buffered modulation/data inputs The module has a memory management unit inside of the IC. It buffers the data inputs. 3. The modular transmitter must have its own power supply regulation The IC contains an own voltage regulation. In case of changes in the supply voltage VCC (for example caused by temperature changes or other effects), the internal voltage will be stabilized. 4. The modular transmitter must comply with the antenna requirements of Section 15.203 and 15.204c Not applicable to licensed transmitters. Module is professionally installed and antenna gain is listed in teh installation instructions. 5. The modular transmitter must be tested in a stand-alone configuration The EUT was tested in a stand-alone configuration. FCC Federal Communications Commission - 2 - 6. The modular transmitter must be labelled with its own FCC ID number The Module is labelled with its own FCC ID. 7. The modular transmitter must comply with any specific rule or operating requirements applicable to the transmitter and the manufacturer must provide adequate instructions along with the module to explain any such requirements. The EUT is compliant with all applicable FCC rules. 8. The modular transmitter must comply with any applicable RF exposure requirements. This device has been assessed for mobile use and complies with the limits. Please contact us if you have any additional questions. Best Regards, Patrick Lomax Project Manager 7layers AG

Test Laboratory: Borsigstrasse 11 Germany 7Layers AG 40880 Ratingen Note: The following test results relate only to the devices specified in this document. This report shall not be reproduced in parts without the written approval of the test laboratory. 7 layers AG Aufsichtsratsvorsitzender Registergericht registered in: Borsigstrasse 11 Chairman of the Supervisory Board: Düsseldorf, HRB 44096 40880 Ratingen, Germany Peter Mertel USt-IdNr  VAT No.: Phone: +49 (0) 2102 749 0Vorstand  Board: DE 203159652 Fax: +49 (0) 2102 749 350 Dr. H.-J. Meckelburg TAX No. 147/5869/0385 www.7Layers.com Dr. H. Ansorge RF Exposure and Ma ximum ERP/EIRP Assessment For SARA‐U260 GSM/UMTS Module FCC ID: XPYSARAU260 IC: 8595A‐SARAU260 Asse ssment Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_MPEa Assessment Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_MPEa Page 2 of 11 Table of Contents 0 Summary3 0.1 Technical Report Summary 3 1 Administrative Data4 1.1 Testing Laboratory 4 1.2 Project Data 4 1.3 Applicant Data 4 1.4 Manufacturer Data 4 2 Test object Data5 2.1 General EUT Description 5 2.2 EUT Main components 5 2.3 Ancillary Equipment 5 2.4 Auxiliary Equipment 5 2.5 Operating Modes 6 3 Evaluation Results7 3.1 Maximum ERP / EIRP 7 3.2 RF Exposure Evaluation for Module 8 3.3 RF Exposure Evaluation for multiple transmitters in co-location 9 Assessment Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_MPEa Page 4 of 11 1 Administrative Data 1.1 Testing Laboratory Company Name: 7Layers AG Address Borsigstr. 11 40880 Ratingen Germany This facility has been fully described in areport submitted to the FCC and accepted under the registration number 96716. The test facility is also accredited by the following accreditation organisation: Laboratory accreditation no.: DAkkS D‐PL‐12140‐01‐01 Responsible for Accreditation Scope:Dipl.‐Ing. Bernhard Retka Dipl.‐Ing. Robert Machulec Dipl.‐Ing. Andreas Petz Report Template Version: 2014‐05‐15 1.2 Project Data Responsible for assessment and report:Mr. Patrick Lomax Date of Report: 2014‐05‐16 1.3 Applicant Data Company Name: u‐blox Italia S.p.A. Address: Via Stazione di Prosecco, 15 34010 Sgonico (Trieste) Italy Contact Person: Giulio Comar 1.4 Manufacturer Data Company Name: please see applicant data Address: Contact Person: Assessment Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_MPEa Page 5 of 11 2 Test object Data 2.1 General EUT Description Equipment under Test SARA‐U260 Module Type Designation: SARA‐U260 Kind of Device: GPRS/EDGE MSC GSM/UMTS Module GPRS Multi‐slot class 12 FCC ID: XPYSARAU260 IC Number: 8595A‐SARAU260 General product description: The EUT is Cellular radio module supporting GSM/GPRS/WCDMA/HSDPA/HSUPA 2.2 EUT Main components Type, S/N, Short Descriptions etc. used in this Test Report Short Description Equipment under Test Type Designation Serial No.HW StatusSW Status Date of Receipt EUT A Code: DE1015001 AA02 SARA U260 U260352252060028 89 188BA123.05 2014‐04‐16 NOTE: The short description is used to simplify the identification of the EUT in this test report. 2.3 Ancillary Equipment For the purposes of this test report, ancillary equipment is defined as equipment which is used in conjunction with the EUT to provide operational and control features to the EUT. It is necessary to configure the system in a typical fashion, as a customer would normally use it. But nevertheless Ancillary Equipment can influence the test results. Short Description Equipment under Test Type Designation HW StatusSW StatusSerial no. FCC ID N/A ‐ 2.4 Auxiliary Equipment For the purposes of this test report, auxiliary equipment is defined as equipment which is used temporarily to enable operational and control features especially used for the tests of the EUT which is not used during normal operation or equipment that is used during the tests in combination with the EUT but is not subject of this test report. It is necessary to configure the system in a typical fashion, as a customer would normally use it. But nevertheless Auxiliary Equipment can influence the test results. Short Description Equipment under Test Type Designation Serial no.HW StatusSW Status FCC ID N/A – Assessment Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_MPEa Page 6 of 11 2.5 Operating Modes This chapter describes the operating modes of the EUTs used for testing. Op. Mode Description of Operating ModesRemarks Op‐mode 1 EUT transmitting in standalone configurationAntenna‐to‐person distance > 20cm Op‐mode 2 EUT transmitting in co‐location with hypothetical Bluetooth radio where the separation distance between co‐located transmitter’s antennas is < 20cm. Antenna‐to‐person distance > 20cm Op‐mode 3 EUT transmitting in co‐location with hypothetical WLAN radio where the separation distance between co‐located transmitter’s antennas is < 20cm. Antenna‐to‐person distance > 20cm Op‐mode 4 EUT transmitting in co‐location with hypothetical Bluetooth and WLAN radios where the separation distance between co‐located transmitter’s antennas is < 20cm. Antenna‐to‐person distance > 20cm Assessment Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_MPEa Page 7 of 11 3 Evaluation Results 3.1 Maximum ERP / EIRP Standard Frequency Band FCC 47 CFR §22.913 (850MHZ GSM/GPRS) (FDD5 WCDMA/HSUPA/HSDPA) IC SRSP‐503 Issue 7, September 2008 (850MHZ GSM/GPRS) (FDD5 WCDMA/HSUPA/HSDPA) FCC 47 CFR §24.232 (1900MHZ GSM/GPRS) (FDD2 WCDMA/HSUPA/HSDPA) IC SRSP‐510 Issue 5, February 2009 (1900MHZ GSM/GPRS) (FDD2 WCDMA/HSUPA/HSDPA) 3.1.1 Test Limits For the 850MHz band, FCC §22.913 states that the maximum ERP of this device shall not exceed 7 Watts. IC SRSP‐503 Issue 7, states that this device shall not exceed a maximum EIRP of 11.5 Watts For the purposes of this test report, the 7 Watt ERP limit stipulated in FCC §22.913 has been converted to an equivalent ERIP value of 11.5 Watts. For the 1900MHz band, FCC §24.232 and IC SRSP‐510 Issue 5 states that the maximum EIRP of this device shall not exceed 2 Watts. 3.1.2 Test Protocol Maximum antenna gain to comply with EIRP limits for FCC and Industry Canada Band Mode Frequency (MHZ) Maximum Conducted output power (dBm) * Maximum Co…

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Final Report on SARA-U260 FCC ID: XPYSARAU260 IC:8595A-SARAU260 MDE_UBLOX_1404_FCCaReport Reference: Ma y 20, 2014Date: Test Laboratory: 7Layers AG Borsigstr. 11 40880 Ratingen Germany Note: The following test results relate only to the devices specified in this document. This report shall not be reproduced in parts without the written approval of the test laboratory. 7Layers AG Aufsichtsratsvorsitzender Registergericht registered in: Borsigstrasse 11 Chairman of the Supervisory Board:Düsseldorf, HRB 44096 40 880 Ratingen, Germany Peter Mertel USt-IdNr  VAT No.: Phone: +49 (0) 2102 749 0Vorstand  Board: DE 203159652 Fax: +49 (0) 2102 749 350 Dr. H.-J. Meckelburg TAX No. 147/5869/0385 www.7Layers.com Dr. H. Ansorge According to: FCC Part 22, Subpart H and FCC Part 24, Subpart E Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_FCCa 1Administrative Data 1.1Project Data Patrick LomaxPro ject Responsible: 2014/05/20Date Of Test Re port: 2014/04/23Date of first test: 2014/05/08Date of last test: 1.2Applicant Data Company Name:u-blox Italia S.p.A. Via Stazione di Prosecco, 15 34010 Sgonico (Trieste) Street: ItalyCountry: Contact Person:Giulio Comar Wireless Products CertificationFunction: Wireless R&D centerDepartment: +39 040 2529 400Phone: +39 040 2529 394Fax: [email protected]: 1.3Test Laboratory Data The following list shows all places and laboratories involved for test result generation: 7 layers DE Company Name :7 layers AG Street :Borsigstrasse 11 City :40880 Ratingen Country :Germany Contact Person :Mr. Michael Albert Phone :+49 2102 749 201 Fax :+49 2102 749 444 E Mail :[email protected] Laboratory Details Accreditation InfoLab IDIdentificationResponsible DAkkS-Registration no. D-PL-12140-01-01Radiated EmissionsLab 1Mr. Robert Machulec Mr. Andreas Petz DAkkS-Registration no. D-PL-12140-01-01Radio LabLab 2Mr. Robert Machulec Mr. Andreas Petz 1.4Signature of the Testing Responsible Patrick Lomax responsible for tests performed in: Lab 1, Lab 2 Page 2 of 104 Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_FCCa 2.2Detailed Description of OUT Samples Sample : AH02 OUT IdentifierSARA-U260 Sample DescriptionProtocol Sample Serial No.352253060002929 HW Status188BA1 SW Status23.05 Date of Receipt2014/04/16 Low VoltageLow Temp.3.3 V-20 °C High Temp.High Voltage4.4 V55 °C Normal Temp.Nominal Voltage3.8 V25 °C 2.3OUT Features Features for OUT: SARA-U260 Allowed ValuesDesignationDescriptionSupported Value(s) Features for scope: FCC_v2 ACThe OUT is powered by or connected to AC Mains Dantremovable antenna supplied and type tested with the radio equipment, designed as an example part of the equipment EDGE850EUT supports EDGE in the band 824 MHz - 849 MHz EDGE1900EUT supports EDGE in the band 1850 MHz - 1910 MHz FDD2EUT supports UMTS FDD2 in the band 1850 MHz - 1910 MHz FDD5EUT supports UMTS FDD5 in the band 824 MHz - 849 MHz GSM850EUT supports GSM850 band 824MHz - 849MHz HSDPA- FDD2 EUT supports UMTS FDD2 HSDPA in the band 1850 MHz - 1910 MHz HSDPA- FDD5 EUT supports UMTS FDD5 HSDPA in the band 824 MHz - 849 MHz HSUPA- FDD2 EUT supports UMTS FDD2 HSUPA in the band 1850 MHz - 1910 MHz HSUPA- FDD5 EUT supports UMTS FDD5 HSUPA in the band 824 MHz - 849 MHz PantCpermanent fixed antenna connector, which may be built-in, designed as an indispensable part of the equipment PCS1900EUT supports PCS1900 band 1850MHz - 1910MHz Page 4 of 104 Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_FCCa 2.4Auxiliary Equipment AE No.Serial No.SW StatusHW StatusDescriptionType Designation AE USBca1USB cable AE HaFr1tbd.Handsfree headset AE ACDC1UUX324-1215E01-0103700120V/60HZ ACAC/DC adapter 2.5Setups used for Testing For each setup a relation is given to determine if and which samples and auxiliary equipment is used. The left side list all OUT samples and the right side lists all auxiliary equipment for the given setup. Sample No.Sample DescriptionAE No.AE Description Setup No.List of OUT samplesList of auxiliary equipment S_AH02 AH02Protocol SampleSample: S_AH02_RSE (RSE setup with ah02 and AC/DC adapter, headset and USB-cable) AE HaFr1Handsfree headsetAH02Protocol SampleSample: AE USBca1USB cable AE ACDC1AC/DC adapter 3Results 3.1General Available at the test laboratory. The results of the inspection are described on the following pages, where 'Conformity' or 'Passed' means that the certification criteria were verified and that the tested device is conform to the applied standard. In cases where 'Declaration' is printed, the required documents are available in the manufacturers product documentation. In cases where 'not applicable' is printed, the test case requirements are not relevant to the specific equipment implementation. Documentation of tested devices: Interpretation of the test results: 1. This report contains the abbreviated information content pertaining to services rendered. Supporting documentation not included herein is maintained and available at the laboratory. 2. All tests are performed under environmental conditions within the requirements of the specifications. Environmental conditions are available at the laboratory. Note: Page 5 of 104 Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_FCCa 3.2List of the Applicable Body (Bodies for Scope: FCC_v2) DesignationDescription Part 22, Subpart H - Cellular Radiotelephone ServiceFCC47CFRChIPART22PUBLIC MOBILE SERVICES Part 24, Subpart E - Broadband PCSFCC47CFRChIPART24PERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES 3.3List of Test Specification Test Specification:FCC part 2 and 22 Version10-1-12 Edition Title:PART 2 - GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS PART 22 - PUBLIC MOBILE SERVICES Test Specification:FCC part 2 and 24 Version10-1-12 Edition Title:PART 2 - GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS PART 24 - PERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES Page 6 of 104 Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_FCCa 3.4Summary Test Case Identifier / Name SetupDate of TestResultTest (condition)Ref. Lab Test Specification: FCC part 2 and 22 22.1 RF Power Output §2.1046, §22.913 22.1; Frequency Band = 850 / FDD52014/05/07S_AH02Lab 2Passed 22.2 Frequency stability §2.1055 22.2; Frequency Ban…

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Test Laboratory: Borsigstrasse 11 Germany 7Layers AG 40880 Ratingen Note: The following test results relate only to the devices specified in this document. This report shall not be reproduced in parts without the written approval of the test laboratory. 7 layers AG Aufsichtsratsvorsitzender  Registergericht registered in: Borsigstrasse 11 Chairman of the Supervisory Board: Düsseldorf, HRB 44096 40880 Ratingen, Germany Peter Mertel USt-IdNr  VAT No.: Phone: +49 (0) 2102 749 0 Vorstand Board: DE 203159652 Fax: +49 (0) 2102 749 350 Dr. H.-J. Meckelburg TAX No. 147/5869/0385 www.7Layers.com Dr. H. Ansorge Photo Report on Test Setups Report Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_FCCb_Photo_Setups Test report Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_FCCb_Photo_Setups Page 2 of 3 Photo 1: Test setup for conducted measurements (computer peripheral setup, EUT supplied by ACDC Adapter, unintentional radiator §15) Test report Reference: MDE_UBLOX_1404_FCCb_Photo_Setups Page 3 of 3 Photo 8: Test setup for radiated measurements (computer peripheral setup, EUT supplied by ACDC Adapter, unintentional radiator §15)