Getting Started with 5G Modem Card
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Getting Started with 5G Modem Cards
2.1
Using USB Variant
2.1.1
Technical Requirements
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MV31-W sub6 USB (for details see
and
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corresponding driver package (USB)
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Computer running Windows 10, USB 3.0 Interface
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Local administrator privileges on the particular Windows computer to install and uninstall
the drivers
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5G Modem Card Adapter Board USB Variant (for details see
)
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Accessories for sub6G USB variant of MV31-W:
- Four short 50 Ohms RF adapter cables with MHF4 type connectors to connect the appro-
priate MHF4 type connectors on the 5G Modem Card Adapter Board (supplied by Thales)
- Four external 50 Ohms RF antennas with SMA connector to connect the SMA connector
on the 5G Modem Card Adapter Board (supplied by Thales)
- USB 3.0 cable (supplied by Thales)
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Appropriate application for controlling the module from within a PC’s operating system. For
Windows, e.g. Windows Hyperterminal
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(U)SIM from a UMTS/LTE/NR network provider
2.1.2
Connecting MV31-W to the 5G Modem Card Adapter Board
To properly connect the 5G Modem Card and all accessories to the 5G Modem Card Adapter
Board please complete the steps listed below. The complete setup with the 5G Modem Card
mounted onto the 5G Modem Card Adapter Board is shown in
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Ensure that all jumpers and switches on the 5G Modem Card Adapter Board are set to their
positions as shown in
and switch USB/PCIe is in position USB (on).
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Place Thermo Pad with the self adhesive side (remove protection foil) on the 5G Modem
Card Adapter Board close to the M.2 connector.
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Insert the 5G Modem Card into the M.2 connector on the 5G Modem Card Adapter Board
and insert the screw to keep the 5G Modem Card in position and connected.
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Connect the MHF4 type connectors for the antennas on the 5G Modem Card Adapter Board
(ANT0, ANT1, ANT2, ANT3) to the matching MHF4 type connectors on the 5G Modem
Card.
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Screw the external antennas to the appropriate SMA connectors on the 5G Modem Card
Adapter Board (ANT0, ANT1, ANT2, ANT3).
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Insert the (U)SIM card into the card reader for 1
st
SIM.
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Plug the USB 3.0 USB cable to the USB jack at the 5G Modem Card Adapter Board.
After connecting the 5G Modem Card with the 5G Modem Card Adapter Board, the 5G Modem
Card can be switched on by connecting the other end of the USB cable to the PC. The initial
startup and possible USB driver installation are described in
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For ordering information see
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