N21
Hardware User Guide
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USIM_RESET 8
DO USIM reset
N21 provides one USIM card interface that is compatible with 1.8V/3V USIM cards. Figure 3-15 shows
the reference design of the USIM card interface.
Figure 3-15 Reference design of USIM card interface
1 uF
CLK
RST
VCC
VPP
GND
UIM card
DATA
GND
SIM-DET
20Ω
USIM_DATA
USIM_CLK
USIM_RESET
USIM_VCC
N21 module
20Ω
20Ω
10 kΩ
Schematic Design Guidelines
USIM_VCC is the pin to supply power for SIM card and its maximum load is 30 mA. Do not use it
for any other purpose.
Reserve a position for pull-up resistor externally in design since the USIM_DATA pin is not pulled
up internally.
USIM_CLK is the clock signal pin, supporting a clock frequency of 3.25 GHz.
Add ESD protectors, such as ESD diodes or TVS diodes (with a junction capacitance less than
33pF) on the USIM signal lines in applications with a high requirement of ESD protection.
Connect a 20 Ω resistor respectively to USIM_DATA, USIM_RST, and USIM_CLK in series to
enhance the ESD performance.
PCB Layout Guidelines
USIM signals are likely to be jammed by RF radiation, resulting in failure to detect the USIM card.
Place USIM far away from RF circuits.
Place USIM card closed to the module and USIM traces should be as short as possible.
Place ESD protection resistors and components close to USIM card.
Connect the ground of USIM to main ground to enhance jamming capability.