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LTE Mini-Physical Interface Module

The LTE Mini-Physical Interface Module (Mini-PIM) provides wireless WAN support on the SRX300 Series and SRX550 High Memory Services Gateways. The Mini-PIM contains an integrated modem and operates over 3G and 4G networks. The Mini-PIM supports up to two SIM cards and can be installed in any of the Mini-PIM slots on the services gateways.

The Mini-PIM supports the following features:

  • Automatic switchover between service providers through dual SIMs

  • Storage support for multiple service provider and access point name (APN) profiles

  • LTE carrier aggregation

  • SIM lock and unlock capability

  • Always-on, dial-on-demand, and backup modes

  • Over-the-Air upgrade for modem firmware

Figure 1 shows the front panel of the LTE Mini-PIM.

Figure 1: LTE Mini-PIM Front PanelLTE Mini-PIM Front Panel

The LTE Mini-PIM ships with a SIM slot cover as shown in Figure 2.

Figure 2: LTE Mini-PIM Front Panel (with the SIM Slot Cover)LTE Mini-PIM Front Panel (with the SIM Slot Cover)

Table 1 lists the components on the front panel of the Mini-PIM.

Table 1: LTE Mini-PIM Front Panel Components

Component

Description

Antenna connectors

Two SubMiniature version A (SMA) connectors.

Mini-USB port

Mini-USB Type-B port for monitoring and troubleshooting.

SIM slots

Two slots, SIM1 and SIM2, for inserting the SIM cards. The LTE Mini-PIM supports mini, micro, and nano SIMs. The mini-SIM can be inserted directly in the SIM slot. To insert micro and nano SIMs, use the SIM adapters supplied with the Mini-PIM. The Mini-PIM is shipped with two SIM adapters.

CAUTION:

SIM cards are not hot-swappable. You must power off the services gateway before removing or inserting a SIM card.

LEDs

Indicate the status at a glance. For details on the LED indications, see LTE Mini-Physical Interface Module LEDs.

CAUTION:

The LTE Mini-PIM is not hot-swappable. You must power off the services gateway before removing or installing the Mini-PIM.

The LTE Mini-PIM supports two multi-band swivel-mount dipole antennas, which can be rotated 360 °. You can rotate the antennas and select the angle at which the signal strength is high. Table 2 lists the specifications for the antenna.

Table 2: Specifications for the LTE Mini-PIM Antenna

Specification

Value

Part number

EDA-2010-4G0R2-A2 (Vendor: MAG.LAYERS)

Operating frequency range

  • 704~960 MHz

  • 1710~2700 MHz

Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR)

5 (maximum)

Impedance

50 ohm

Radiation

Omnidirectional

Peak gain

  • 2.45 dBi (704~960 MHz)

  • 4.51 dBi (1710~2700 MHz)

Input power

1 W

Polarization

Linear, vertical

Operating temperature

–4° F (–20° C) to 149° F (65° C)

Connector type

SMA

Length

203 mm

The antenna is connected to the services gateway through the magnetic antenna base. Table 3 lists the specifications for the antenna base.

Table 3: Antenna Base Specifications

Specification

Value

Part number

BS-05SF-174-3M-0102 (Vendor: Chang Hong)

Cable length

3 m

Connector type

SMA

Dimensions (H x W x L)

29.50 mm x 73 mm x 73 mm

Table 4 provides a summary of the different models of the Mini-PIM.

Table 4: LTE Mini-PIM Models

Model

Mode

Operating Region

Frequency Band

SRX-MP-LTE-AE

  • LTE

  • HSPA+

  • North America

  • European Union

For LTE:

  • Bands 1 through 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 20, 25, 26, 29, 30, and 41

For 3G (HSPA+):

  • Bands 1 through 5, and 8

SRX-MP-LTE-AA

  • LTE

  • HSPA+

  • Asia

  • Australia

For LTE:

  • Bands 1,3, 5, 7, 8, 18, 19, 21, 28, 38, 39, 40, and 41

For 3G (HSPA+):

  • Bands 1, 5, 6, 8, 9, and 19

The Mini-PIM can be configured in three modes:

  • Always-on—The Mini-PIM connects to the 3G/4G network after booting. The connection is always maintained, as long as there are no network or connectivity problems.

  • Dial-on-demand—The Mini-PIM initiates a connection when it receives traffic.

  • Backup—The Mini-PIM connects to the 3G/4G network when the primary connection fails.

The LTE Mini-PIM supports the following wireless standards:

  • FCC Part 2

  • FCC Part 22

  • FCC Part 24, Part 27 and Part 90

  • RSS 129 and RSS 133, RSS 130, RSS 199, and RSS 139

  • RSS 132 and RSS 133

  • EN 301 511 GSM

  • EN 301 908-1

  • EN 301 908-2

  • The Certification and Engineering Bureau of Industry Canada (IC)

  • Radio Equipment (RE) Directive of the European Union

  • GCF

  • CTIA-PTCRB