Simcom SIM5218 EVB Development Kit User Manual

This is the user guide for SIM5218 EVB.


Simcom SIM5218 EVB Development Kit User Manual - cover page
Brand
SimCom
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
23
File format
PDF
File size
1.2 MB
Published
09 April, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
22AAB61708AA2017DD4EEBEAC09BF05C

About this manual

This manual describes the SIM5218 EVB development kit, a board that lets users evaluate the SIM5218 3G module. It lists the available interfaces—including UART, USB 2.0, SIM card, T‑Flash, camera and audio ports—and outlines key features such as power options and expanded I/O.

The guide explains how to connect the board to a PC or peripheral devices, configure the serial port (115200 baud), download firmware via USB, and safely power off the module. It also includes a parts list, connector pin‑outs, and mechanical drawings of the board and accessories.

What's inside

  • Overview
  • Power Interface
  • Audio Interface
  • SIM/SD Card Interface
  • Antenna Interface
  • RS232 Interface
  • USB Interface
  • GPIO and Switches
  • Downloading Procedure
  • Power Off

Specifications

Power supply 1DC 6.0V~9.0V
Power supply 2 (J19)3.6V~4.2V
USB power supply5.0V
UART interfaces1 UART interface
USB interfaces1 USB 2.0 interface
SIM card interfaces1 SIM card interface
Camera interfaces3 camera interfaces
Audio interfaces4 audio interfaces

Frequently asked questions

What baud rate should be set for the SIM5218 module?

Set the serial port to a baud rate of 115200.

How do you turn off the SIM5218 module?

Press the PWRKEY for about 1 second, or disconnect the USB cable if powered via USB.

Which AT command puts the module into download mode?

Send the command AT+CSWITCHTEST=I to enter download mode.

What power sources can be used with the EVB board?

The board can be powered from a DC 6.0‑9.0 V supply, a 3.6‑4.2 V supply at J19, or via USB 5 V.

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