AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Azure Sphere MT3620 module (with chip antenna) Features Microsoft Azure Sphere SoC based module solution for advanced end-to-end IOT security Based on MediaTek MT3620AN Wi-Fi SoC - 1x 500MHz Arm Cortex A7 application processor with 4MB SRAM - 2x 200MHz Arm Cortex M4F cores, each with 64KB SRAM - 4MB embedded RAM (shared) - 16MB QSPI flash memory - Dual-band 2.4/5GHz 802.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Document Control Document Version: Document Date: Document Author: Document Classification: Document Distribution: 1.4 07/22/2020 Peter Fenn Public Public Version History Version Date Comment 1.0 05/07/2019 Initial release, new document scope, photos, pinout detail and content 1.1 05/07/2019 Added FCC Module Statement (USA) 1.2 05/16/2019 Updated OEM instructions 1.3 09/19/2019 Added Note 3 to page 22 for DFS. 1.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Table of Contents Features ...................................................................................................................... 1 Applications................................................................................................................. 1 Document Control ....................................................................................................... 2 Ordering Information .......................................
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Wi-Fi RF Receiver Blocking Specifications ........................................................................................ 23 Mechanical Specifications ......................................................................................... 24 Module Dimension Details ................................................................................................................. 24 Tape and Reel Packaging ........................................
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Table of Figures Figure 1 – Simplified MT3620 SoC Block Diagram........................................................................................... 6 Figure 2 – AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Block Diagram ............................................................................... 7 Figure 3 – Module with dual-band Chip Antenna ............................................................................................
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Overview The AES-MS-MT3620-M-G is a small form-factor, tri-core Wi-Fi SoC module, intended for use as a secure Wi-Fi client, in internet-connected IoT applications. Avnet’s production-ready, certified module comes fitted with a single dual-band chip antenna, for cost-optimized application in 2.4 GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi networks Based on the MediaTek MT3620AN SoC, this is a new class of connected SoC IoT device that facilitates “end-to-end security”.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Online authentication and firmware updates are supported for the MT3620 device lifetime.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Module Application Development and Programming Development Computer Software Installation In depth instructions are provided at the Microsoft Getting started with Azure Sphere webpage: https://aka.ms/AzureSphereSDK Microsoft’s Getting Started with Azure Sphere page details the download & install of two software items: 1) Azure Sphere SDK Preview for Visual Studio from the Visual Studio Marketplace 2) Visual Studio 2017 version 15.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Module Integration onto an OEM Board Module Power Interfaces To power this module, the OEM board must be able to supply a maximum of 2.5 Watts at 3.3V. Prior to power-up of the module, the following interfaces need to be attended to: Interface Pins 3V3 3V3_RTC Description Main input voltage to the module. 3.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Wi-Fi Subsystem Dual-band 2.4/5GHz 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi (20 MHz channels only) Has an N968 Andes 32bit MCU Uses an external 26 MHz crystal oscillator on the module Has an integrated 5GHz Balun Uses external 2.4GHz Balun and Diplexer devices on the module Wi-Fi Antenna The module is fitted with an on-board dual-band chip antenna for 2.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual MT3620 Bootstrap Pins Note! Six of the seven bootstrap pins are already strapped on the module.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Module Placement and Ground plane requirements For optimum antenna performance the Ground plane of the OEM board (on which the module is fitted) needs to be maximized The GND pads in the antenna area of the module must be connected to this Ground plane Placement of the module should be 6 mm or more from any corner of the OEM carrier board A PCB cutout is recommended in the host carrier board beneath the chip antenna (17mm x 7mm) Figure 4 –
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Module Pinout Locations Figure 5 – AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Pinout July 22 2020 Data Sheet and User Manual Page 13 of 36
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Module Pinout Table Module Pad 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 MT3620 Pad 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 July 22 2020 MT3620 Net Name I/O 2,3 2,3 GND 3V3 3V3 13 14 15 17 18 19 21 22 25 27 28 31 32 39 40 42 GPIO0_PWM0 GPIO1_PWM1 GPIO2_PWM2 GPIO4_PWM4 GPIO5_PWM5 GPIO6_PWM6 GPIO8_PWM8 GPIO9_PWM9 GPIO10_PWM10 GPIO12 GPIO13 GPIO16 GPIO17 GPIO26_SCLK0_TXD0 GPIO27_MOSI0_RTS0_SCL0 GPIO28_MISO0_RXD0_SDA0 GND Power P
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Module Pinout Table (continued) Module Pad MT3620 Pad 38 39 40 41 71 MT3620 Net Name I/O GND 3V3_RTC GND GND GND Power GND GND 42 43 44 88,89 88,89 94 3V3 3V3 DEBUG_RXD Power Power I 45 96 DEBUG_RTS O 46 95 DEBUG_TXD O 47 48 49 50 51 52 97 98 99 100 125 127 DEBUG_CTS SWD_DIO SWD_CLK SWO SYSRST_N SERVICE_TXD I I/O I O I O 53 54 55 56 129 128 130 134 SERVICE_RXD SERVICE_RTS SERVICE_CTS RECOVERY_RXD I O I I 57 135 RECOVERY_TXD O
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Electrical Specifications Note! The electrical characteristics documented here are for the MT3620AN SoC device only, as defined in the Mediatek MT3620AN Datasheet and Product Brief documents Absolute Maximum Ratings Symbol Parameter Max Unit 3V3 3.3V Supply Voltage -0.3 to 3.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Current Consumption Details Power mode RTC mode Worst case power consumption no Wi-Fi Worst case power consumption with Wi-Fi (*2) Description Only RTC domain is on. Memory is not retained.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual RF Characteristics Wi-Fi 2.4GHz Band RF Receiver Specifications The specification in table below is measured at the antenna port, which includes the front-end loss. Performance Parameter Frequency range RX sensitivity RX sensitivity BW=20MHz, Mixed mode 800ns guard interval, Non-STBC Maximum Receive Level July 22 2020 Description Min Typical Main Aux Max Unit Center channel frequency 2412 2484 MHz DBPSF, 1 Mbps DSSS - -94.6 -97.1 -90.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Wi-Fi 2.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Wi-Fi 2.4GHz Band RF Transmitter Specifications The specification in table below is measured at the antenna port, which includes the front-end loss.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Wi-Fi 5GHz Band RF Receiver Specifications Specifications in the table below are measured at the antenna port, which includes the front-end loss.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Wi-Fi 2.4GHz Band RF Receiver Specifications (continued) Performance Parameter Receiver residual PER Description Typical Min Main Aux Max Unit MCS 4, 16QAM rate 3/4 4 12 - dBm MCS 5, 64QAM rate 2/3 0 7 - dBm MCS 6, 64QAM rate 3/4 -1 5 - dBm MCS 7, 64QAM rate 5/6 -2 3 - dBm Wi-Fi 5GHz Band RF Transmitter Specifications The specification in table below is measured at the antenna port, which includes the front-end loss.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Wi-Fi RF Receiver Blocking Specifications The specifications in table below are measured at the antenna port, which includes the front-end loss. Performance Parameter Receiver in-band blocking(1) CW and BT interferers Receiver out-band blocking(1) CW interferer Receiver out-band blocking(1) CDMA, GSM, DCS and PCS interferers(2) Receiver out-band blocking(1) WiFi interferers Description 2.4 GHz CW and BT interfering signal @ ±20MHz offset 2.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Mechanical Specifications Module Dimension Details Figure 6 – AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Mechanical Details July 22 2020 Data Sheet and User Manual Page 24 of 36
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Tape and Reel Packaging AES-MS-MT3620 Azure Sphere Modules are available in tape and reel packaging at quantities of 600 units. The reel dimensions are 13 inches (reel diameter) x 56 mm (tape-width). The 56 mm tape-width conforms to the Electronic Components Association Standard EIA-481-D.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Soldering and Cleaning Recommendations Optimum Soldering Reflow Profile Figure 8 – Recommended Soldering Profile for Lead-Free Solder Solder joint quality between the AES-MS-MT3620 Azure Sphere Module’s surface mount pads and their bonding with the host board should meet the appropriate IPC Specification. (See IPC-A-610-D Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies, section 8.2.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Certifications and Compliance RoHS Compliance AES-MS-MT3620 Azure Sphere Modules are lead-free and RoHS compliant. Regulatory Compliance FCC, IC and CE certifications are currently pending (Once the certification process has been concluded, this note will be removed from the datasheet) AES-MS-MT3620 Azure Sphere Module certification applies to operation in various regulatory domains.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual FCC Class B Digital Device Notice (USA) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual IC Requirements for User Manual of the OEM Host Board: The user manual for the final end product shall display the following Industry Canada notices in a conspicuous location: Industry Canada Statements This Device complies with Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standard(s).
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual OEM Instructions This module is certified for installation into OEM end-products under the following conditions: 1) The intended use of this AES-MS-MT3620-M-G module is for indoor locations.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Storage Per J-STD-033, the shelf life of devices in a Moisture Barrier Bag is 12 months at <40ºC and <90% room humidity (RH). Do not store in salty air or an environment where there is a high concentration of corrosive gas, such as Cl2, H2S, NH3, SO2, or NOX. Do not store in direct sunlight. Contact Information For further details, contact your local Avnet representative or e-mail us at: Region Organization Email North America Avnet Americas eval.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Legal Information Limitations This product is not intended for use in safety-critical applications (such as life support or automotive) where a failure of the Avnet product could be expected to cause severe personal injury or death.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual OR LIFE SUPPORT EQUIPMENT NOR IN APPLICATIONS WHERE FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCTS CAN REASONABLY BE EXPECTED TO RESULT IN A PERSONAL INJURY, DEATH OR SEVERE PROPERTY OR ENVIRONMENTAL DAMAGE. INCLUSION OR USE OF PRODUCTS IN SUCH EQUIPMENT OR APPLICATIONS, WITHOUT PRIOR AUTHORIZATION IN WRITING OF AVNET, IS NOT PERMITTED AND IS AT CUSTOMER’S OWN RISK. CUSTOMER AGREES TO FULLY INDEMNIFY AVNET FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM SUCH INCLUSION OR USE. 6.
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual Appendix-A: Programming Adaptor Footprint A key aspect of the operation of the MT3620 device are the Over-the-Air (OTA) updates of the Azure Sphere OS firmware and the application software. There are however specific use cases where wired device interfaces are needed (see table below).
AES-MS-MT3620-M-G Module Data Sheet and User Manual The pinout of the 2x5 pin footprint chosen for inclusion on the OEM board, should be as tabled below: # 1 3 5 7 9 MT3620 Net Name GND IO0_TXD SERVICE_RTS SERVICE_TXD DEBUG_TXD Module Pad 63 60 54 52 46 I/O # - 2 4 6 8 10 O O O O MT3620 Net Name GND SERVICE_CTS SERVICE_RXD SYSRST_N DEBUG_RTS Module Pad 62 55 53 51 45 I/O I I I O DEBUG_RTS is driven high by the PC during SYSRST_N of the MT3620 to initiate Sphere OS RECOVERY The corresponding pads
