Quectel LG77L EVB Manuale utente

LG77L EVB User Guide

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Version: 1.0

Date: 2021-03-23

Status: Released

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

or repair of any terminal incorporating Quectel LG77L module. Manufacturers of the terminal should send

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Ensure that the product may be used in the country and the required environment,

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Keep away from explosiveand flammable materials.The use of electronic products

in extreme power supply conditions and locations with potentially explosive

atmospheres may cause fire and explosion accidents.

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conform to security precautions and fire prevention regulations.

Proper ESD handling procedures must be followed throughout the mounting,

handling and operation of any devices and equipment that incorporate the module

to avoid ESD damages.

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About the Document

Revision History

Document Information

Title

LG77L EVB User Guide

Subtitle

GNSS Module Series

Document Type

EVB User Guide

Document Status

Released

Version

Date

Description

2021-03-23

Creation of the document

1.0

2021-03-23

First official release

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Contents

Safety Information...................................................................................................................................... 3

About the Document.................................................................................................................................. 4

Contents...................................................................................................................................................... 5

Table Index.................................................................................................................................................. 6

Figure Index................................................................................................................................................ 7

1Introduction......................................................................................................................................... 8

2General Overview................................................................................................................................ 9

2.1. EVB KitAccessories .................................................................................................................. 9

2.2. Connecting Cables and Antenna to EVB................................................................................. 10

3Board User Interfaces....................................................................................................................... 11

3.1. EVB Top View............................................................................................................................11

3.2. Board User Interfaces...............................................................................................................11

4Using QCOM Tool to Communicate................................................................................................ 14

4.1. Communication via the Micro-USB Interface........................................................................... 14

5Using PowerGPS Tool to Test......................................................................................................... 15

5.1. COM Port and Baud Rate Setting............................................................................................ 15

5.1.1. Interface Explained ....................................................................................................... 16

5.2. PMTK Command Sending....................................................................................................... 17

5.3. Automatic TTFF Testing........................................................................................................... 18

6Firmware upgrade............................................................................................................................. 23

7Appendix A Reference...................................................................................................................... 27

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Table Index

Table 1: List of Accessories........................................................................................................................10

Table 2: Detailed EVB Interfaces............................................................................................................... 12

Table 3: J401 Pin Detailed Description......................................................................................................13

Table 4: PowerGPS Interface Explained.................................................................................................... 16

Table 5: Related Document........................................................................................................................ 27

Table 6: Terms and Abbreviations..............................................................................................................27

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Figure Index

Figure 1: EVB Kit Accessories .....................................................................................................................9

Figure 2: EVB and Accessories Assembly................................................................................................. 10

Figure 3: EVB Top View ..............................................................................................................................11

Figure 4: USB Ports ...................................................................................................................................14

Figure 5: COM Port Setting Interface of QCOM........................................................................................14

Figure 6: PowerGPS Main Interface (Not Connected) ..............................................................................15

Figure 7: PowerGPS Interface (Connected)..............................................................................................16

Figure 8: PMTK Command Sending via PowerGPS.................................................................................18

Figure 9: Disable These Options................................................................................................................19

Figure 10: Static TTFF Testing via PowerGPS.......................................................................................... 19

Figure 11: Select Reference Location........................................................................................................ 20

Figure 12: Click Use Mean Position...........................................................................................................20

Figure 13: Click Configuration.................................................................................................................... 21

Figure 14: Set TTFF Time-out (Sec)..........................................................................................................21

Figure 15: Click Run/Stop Button............................................................................................................... 22

Figure 16: Firmware Upgrade –Step 1......................................................................................................23

Figure 17: Firmware Upgrade –Step 2......................................................................................................24

Figure 18: Firmware Upgrade –Step 3......................................................................................................24

Figure 19: Firmware Upgrade –Step 4 and 5........................................................................................... 25

Figure 20: Firmware Upgrade –Step 6......................................................................................................25

Figure 21: Successful Firmware Upgrade .................................................................................................26

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1Introduction

This document provides information on how to develop and test the Quectel LG77L module using the

Evaluation Board (EVB). The EVB is a convenient tool that allows you to become familiar with the LG77L

module.

This document describes the interfaces on the EVB; how to test the module with the software tool

(PowerGPS); and how to upgrade the firmware.

The user guide is divided into several sections:

Chapter 2 provides the general overview of EVB Kit accessories;

Chapter 3 describes the EVB user interfaces;

Chapter 4 describes how to communicate with a module by using the QCOM tool;

Chapter 5 describes how to test the module by using the PowerGPS tool;

Chapter 6 describes how to upgrade the module;

Chapter 7 is an appendix, which summarizes the relevant documents, terms and abbreviations

appearing herein.

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2General Overview

2.1. EVB Kit Accessories

The EVB Kit includes: Evaluation Board (EVB),Active GNSS Antenna, Micro-USB Cable, USB Flash Drive,

Bolts and Coupling Nuts. The software tools are placed in the USB flash drive.

The EVB Kit accessories are shown in the figure below, and check Table 1 for details.

USB Cable

USB Flash Drive

Bolts and

Coupling Nuts

GNSS Antenna

EVB

Figure 1: EVB Kit Accessories

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