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1.  Download and install the EVK-M8QSAM / EVK-

M8xCAM software (and documentation) from 

www.u-blox.com/evaluation-kits

 

See the installation notes on the back of this card.

2.  Connect the unit to a PC. Options: 

•  USB: Connect via USB port (

D

). Set switch (

B

) to 

USB. The USB driver installs automatically when 

the device is connected to a PC - requires internet 

connection.

•  UART: Connect via RS232 (

E

). Set switch (

B

) to 

RS232. 

NOTE

: Press RST (

F

) after setting switch (

B

).

3.  Provide power to the device at all times, either via 

USB on the back or the V5 IN pin on the front.

4.  EVK-M8QSAM: Place the EVK with an unobstructed 

view of the sky, no external antenna connectivity at 

(

A

). 

      EVK-M8QCAM / EVK-M8CCAM: Place the EVK with  

an unobstructed view of the sky or connect antenna 

signal to (

A

). 

5.  Start the u-center GNSS Evaluation Software and 

select the corresponding COM port and baud rate. 

Quick Start EVK-M8QSAM / EVK-M8xCAM

 

2. Setup

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1. Overview

A (RF IN) 

EVK-M8xCAM only

D (USB)

E (RS232)

F (RST)

C (14 pin connector)

B (USB / RS232 switch)

G (Boot)

Plastic 

protection 

cover

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