LARA-R6 series

Single or multi-mode LTE Cat 1 modules with Secure Cloud

Data sheet

Abstract
The LARA-R6 cellular module features uncompromised global connectivity in a very small form
factor. With global, multi-regional and regional variants, customers have great flexibility and can
simplify their logistics. The feature-rich LARA-R6 is secure by design and has a comprehensive
certification scheme, versatile interfaces, and multi-band and multi-mode capabilities, all which
make LARA-R6 ideal for use in any region and in wide range of applications.

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Document information
Title LARA-R6 series
Subtitle Single or multi-mode LTE Cat 1 modules with Secure Cloud
Document type Data sheet
Document number UBX-21004391
Revision and date R10 09-Feb-2023
Disclosure restriction C1-Public

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Functional sample Draft For functional testing. Revised and supplementary data will be published later.

In development / Objective specification Target values. Revised and supplementary data will be published later.
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End of life

This document applies to the following products:

Product name Type number Modem version Application version PCN reference Product status
LARA-R6001 LARA-R6001-00B-00 02.14 A00.01 UBX-22019779 End of Life
LARA-R6001-00B-01 02.14 A00.01 UBX-22038730 Initial production
LARA-R6001-01B-00 N/A N/A N/A Functional sample
LARA-R6001D LARA-R6001D-00B-00 00.13 A00.01 UBX-22008409 End of Life
LARA-R6001D-00B-01 00.13 A00.01 UBX-22038730 Initial production
LARA-R6001D-01B-00 N/A N/A N/A Functional sample
LARA-R6401 LARA-R6401-00B-00 02.14 A00.01 UBX-22019779 End of Life
LARA-R6401-00B-01 02.14 A00.01 UBX-22038730 Initial production
LARA-R6401-01B-00 N/A N/A N/A Functional sample
LARA-R6401D LARA-R6401D-00B-00 01.14 A00.01 UBX-22014149 End of Life
LARA-R6401D-00B-01 01.14 A00.01 UBX-22038730 Initial production
LARA-R6401D-01B-00 N/A N/A N/A Functional sample
LARA-R6801 LARA-R6801-00B-00 02.14 A00.01 UBX-22019779 End of Life
LARA-R6801-00B-01 02.14 A00.01 UBX-22038730 Initial production
LARA-R6801-01B-00 N/A N/A N/A Functional sample
LARA-R6801D LARA-R6801D-01B-00 N/A N/A N/A Functional sample

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Contents
Document information ................................................................................................................................ 2
Contents .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
1 Functional description ......................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Overview ........................................................................................................................................................ 5
1.2 Product features ......................................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Block diagram .............................................................................................................................................. 7
1.4 Product description .................................................................................................................................... 7
1.5 AT command support ................................................................................................................................ 9
1.6 Supported features .................................................................................................................................... 9
2 Interfaces .............................................................................................................................................. 12
2.1 Power management .................................................................................................................................12
2.1.1 Module supply input (VCC) .............................................................................................................12
2.1.2 Generic digital interfaces supply output (V_INT) .......................................................................12
2.2 Antenna interfaces ...................................................................................................................................12
2.2.1 Antenna RF interfaces.....................................................................................................................12
2.2.2 Antenna detection ............................................................................................................................12
2.3 System functions ......................................................................................................................................12
2.3.1 Module power-on ..............................................................................................................................12
2.3.2 Module power-off ..............................................................................................................................13
2.3.3 Module reset ......................................................................................................................................13
2.4 SIM interface ..............................................................................................................................................13
2.4.1 SIM card / chip interface .................................................................................................................13
2.4.2 SIM card detection ...........................................................................................................................14
2.5 Serial communication ..............................................................................................................................14
2.5.1 UART interfaces ................................................................................................................................14
2.5.2 USB interface .....................................................................................................................................15
2.5.3 I2C interface.......................................................................................................................................15
2.6 Audio interface ..........................................................................................................................................16
2.7 Clock output ...............................................................................................................................................16
2.8 GPIO pins .....................................................................................................................................................16
2.9 Antenna dynamic tuner interface..........................................................................................................17
2.10 Reserved pins .............................................................................................................................................17
3 Pin definition ........................................................................................................................................ 18
3.1 Pin assignment ..........................................................................................................................................18
4 Electrical specifications ................................................................................................................... 22
4.1 Absolute maximum rating.......................................................................................................................22
4.1.1 Maximum ESD ...................................................................................................................................22
4.2 Operating conditions ................................................................................................................................23
4.2.1 Operating temperature range ........................................................................................................23
4.2.2 Thermal parameters ........................................................................................................................23

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4.2.3 Supply/power pins ............................................................................................................................23

4.2.4 Current consumption .......................................................................................................................24
4.2.5 LTE RF characteristics ....................................................................................................................25
4.2.6 3G RF characteristics ......................................................................................................................27
4.2.7 2G RF characteristics ......................................................................................................................28
4.2.8 ANT_DET pin......................................................................................................................................28
4.2.9 PWR_ON pin .......................................................................................................................................28
4.2.10 RESET_N pin ......................................................................................................................................29
4.2.11 SIM pins ..............................................................................................................................................29
4.2.12 USB pins .............................................................................................................................................29
4.2.13 I2C pins ...............................................................................................................................................30
4.2.14 Generic Digital Interfaces pins .......................................................................................................30
4.2.15 Smart temperature supervisor ......................................................................................................31
4.3 Parameters for ATEX applications ........................................................................................................31
5 Mechanical specifications ............................................................................................................... 33
6 Qualification and approvals............................................................................................................. 34
6.1 Reliability tests ..........................................................................................................................................34
6.2 Approvals ....................................................................................................................................................34
7 Product handling & soldering.......................................................................................................... 35
7.1 Packaging ...................................................................................................................................................35
7.1.1 Reels ....................................................................................................................................................35
7.1.2 Tapes ...................................................................................................................................................35
7.2 Moisture sensitivity levels .......................................................................................................................36
7.3 Reflow soldering ........................................................................................................................................36
7.4 ESD precautions ........................................................................................................................................36
8 Labeling and ordering information ............................................................................................... 37
8.1 Product labeling.........................................................................................................................................37
8.2 Explanation of codes ................................................................................................................................37
8.3 Ordering information ................................................................................................................................38
Appendix ....................................................................................................................................................... 39
A Glossary ................................................................................................................................................. 39
Related documentation ........................................................................................................................... 41
Revision history .......................................................................................................................................... 42
Contact .......................................................................................................................................................... 42

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1 Functional description
1.1 Overview
The LARA-R6 series comprises multi-band and multi-mode modules supporting LTE Cat 1 FDD and
LTE Cat 1 TDD radio access technology (RAT), with 3G UMTS/HSPA and 2G GSM/GPRS/EGPRS
fallback, providing the ideal solution for global and multi-regional coverage in the small LARA LGA
form-factor (26.0 x 24.0 mm, 100-pin), which is easy to integrate in compact designs.
The LARA-R6 series comprises six variants:
• The LARA-R6001 (data and voice) and LARA-R6001D (data-only) modules are the smallest LTE
Cat 1 multi-mode solutions with comprehensive support of RAT and bands for global connectivity,
including 18 LTE FDD/TDD bands plus 3G/2G fallback in single SKU.
• The LARA-R6401 (data and voice) and LARA-R6401D (data-only) modules offer an ideal LTE Cat
1 solution for North America, supporting all relevant LTE bands for use on AT&T, FirstNet, Verizon,
or T-Mobile mobile networks in single SKU for the North American market
• The LARA-R6801 (data and voice) and LARA-R6801D (data-only) modules are solutions designed
for multi-regional deployments, supporting all relevant LTE bands plus 3G/2G fallback for use in
EMEA, APAC, Japan and Latin America regions.
With the six variants of LARA-R6 series modules customers have great flexibility, can maximize
reusing their development efforts, and can simplify logistics. Customers can take advantage of
embedded IoT protocols (LwM2M, MQTT) and security features (TLS/DTLS, secure update/secure
boot) to implement various applications, such as device management, remote device actions, and
secure FOTA updates.
Versatile interfaces, features, multi-band and multi-mode capabilities make the LARA-R6 series
modules ideally suitable for a wide range of applications, such as asset tracking, telematics, remote
monitoring, alarm panels, video surveillance, connected health, point of sales terminals, and mobile
cameras. Generally, the modules are suited to applications that require medium speed data, seamless
connectivity, superior coverage, low latency, streaming services (data or voice), and to industrial
applications focused on product life-cycle longevity.

☞ The LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D and LARA-R6801D data-only modules have the same
electrical characteristics, feature set, and functionalities of the LARA-R6001, LARA-R6401 and
LARA-R6801 data and voice modules respectively, except for the support of voice / audio. Unless
otherwise specified, “LARA-R6001” refers to both LARA-R6001 and LARA-R6001D modules,
“LARA-R6401” refers to both LARA-R6401 and LARA-R6401D modules, and “LARA-R6801”
refers to both LARA-R6801 and LARA-R6801D modules.

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1.2 Product features

u-blox
Model Region Radio Access Technology GNSS Interfaces Features Grade
services

External GNSS control via modem

Embedded MQTT / MQTT-SN

MQTT Anywhere / MQTT Flex

Antenna and SIM detection

TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP/FTP
GSM/GPRS/EGPRS bands

IoT Security -as-a-Service

3GPP Power Saving Mode

Antenna dynamic tuning

UMTS/HSPA FDD bands

Internal GNSS receiver

Dual stack IPv4 / IPv6

Secure boot / update
AssistNow software

Jamming detection
LTE TDD bands
LTE FDD bands

FOAT / uFOTA
LTE Category

Root of Trust

VoLTE/CSFB

Professional
Digital audio
CellLocate®

Rx Diversity

Automotive
TSL/DTLS

Last gasp

Standard
LwM2M
USB 2.0

GPIOs
UART

eDRX
I2C
1,2,3,4,5,7,8
38,39 1,2
LARA-R6001 Global 1 12,13,18,19 Quad ● ● ● ● ● 2 1 1 9 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ■ ● ● ● ● ■ ● ● ●
40,41 5,8
20,26,28

1,2,3,4,5,7,8
38,39 1,2
LARA-R6001D Global 1 12,13,18,19 Quad ● ● ● ● ● 2 1 1 9 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ■ ● ● ● ● ■ ● ●
40,41 5,8
20,26,28

2,4,5
North
LARA-R6401 1 12,13,14 ● ● ● ● ● 2 1 1 9 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ■ ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
America
66,71

2,4,5
North
LARA-R6401D 1 12,13,14 ● ● ● ● ● 2 1 1 9 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ■ ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
America
66,71

1,2,3,4,5,7,8
Multi- 1,2
LARA-R6801 1 18,19 Quad ● ● ● ● ● 2 1 1 9 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ■ ● ● ● ● ■ ● ● ●
Region 5,8
20,26,28

1,2,3,4,5,7,8
Multi- 1,2
LARA-R6801D 1 18,19 Quad ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 2 1 1 9 ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
Region 5,8
20,26,28

● = “00B”, “01B” and future product versions ■ = “01B” and future product versions
Table 1: LARA-R6 series main features summary

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1.3 Block diagram

Power
Filters
Duplexer
Amplifiers
Switch
ANT1 Filters UARTs
Power
Filters Filters USB
Amplifiers Cellular SIM
RF
Base-band
transceiver I2C
processor
Filters
Switch Memory Digital audio
ANT2
Filters
GPIO
Antenna Tuner

19.2 MHz

ANT_DET
VCC (Supply)
Power Management Unit Power On
V_INT (I/O)
Reset

Figure 1: LARA-R6 series block diagram

☞ The digital audio interface is not supported by LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D and LARA-R6801D
data-only modules.

☞ The antenna tuner interface is not supported by the LARA-R6001-00B, LARA-R6001D-00B and
LARA-R6801-00B product versions. The corresponding pins are marked as reserved for future use
(RSVD), they are intended to be left unconnected and they must not be driven by external devices.

1.4 Product description

LARA-R6 series modules include six variants providing flexibility to use the bands and the RAT
available in specific region or with specific operators:
• LARA-R6001 / LARA-R6001D are the smallest LTE Cat 1 multi-mode modules for global coverage.
Its single SKU for the world provides universal connectivity and simplifies logistics. This truly
global module with comprehensive band support has 18 LTE bands plus 3G/2G fallback.
• LARA-R6401 / LARA-R6401D modules offer an ideal LTE Cat 1 solution for North America,
supporting all relevant LTE bands. They are designed for use on AT&T, FirstNet, Verizon, or
T-Mobile. Managing a single SKU for the North American market simplifies logistics and reduces
related costs.
• LARA-R6801 / LARA-R6801D modules are a multi-regional variant specifically designed for use in
EMEA, APAC, Japan and Latin America regions. They support all relevant LTE Cat 1 bands plus
3G/2G fallback.
Except for the LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D and LARA-R6801D data-only product versions, the
LARA-R6 series modules provide Voice over LTE (VoLTE) and Circuit-switched fallback (CSFB) audio
capability according to the supported RAT. The 911 and E911 services are not supported.

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Module Region LTE FDD bands1 LTE TDD bands1 WCDMA bands GSM bands
LARA-R6001, Global 12 (700 MHz) 39 (1900 MHz) 5 (850 MHz) GSM 850
LARA-R6001D 28 (700 MHz) 40 (2300 MHz) 8 (900 MHz) E-GSM 900
13 (700 MHz) 41 (2600 MHz) 2 (1900 MHz) DCS 1800
20 (800 MHz) 38 (2600 MHz) 1 (2100 MHz) PCS 1900
18 (850 MHz)
19 (850 MHz)
26 (850 MHz)
5 (850 MHz)
8 (900 MHz)
4 (1700 MHz)
3 (1800 MHz)
2 (1900 MHz)
1 (2100 MHz)
7 (2600 MHz)
LARA-R6401, North America 71 (600 MHz)
LARA-R6401D 12 (700 MHz)
13 (700 MHz)
14 (700 MHz)
5 (850 MHz)
4 (1700 MHz)
66 (1700 MHz)
2 (1900 MHz)
LARA-R6801, Europe, Middle East, Africa, 28 (700 MHz) 5 (850 MHz) GSM 850
LARA-R6801D Asia-Pacific, 20 (800 MHz) 8 (900 MHz) E-GSM 900
Japan, 18 (850 MHz) 2 (1900 MHz) DCS 1800
Latin America 19 (850 MHz) 1 (2100 MHz) PCS 1900
26 (850 MHz)
5 (850 MHz)
8 (900 MHz)
4 (1700 MHz)
3 (1800 MHz)
2 (1900 MHz)
1 (2100 MHz)
7 (2600 MHz)
Table 2: LARA-R6 series supported LTE, 3G and 2G bands summary

4G LTE 3G UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA 2G GSM/GPRS/EDGE

3GPP Release 10 3GPP Release 8 3GPP Release 9
Long Term Evolution (LTE) High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) Enhanced Data rate GSM Evolution (EDGE)
Evolved UTRA (E-UTRA) UMTS Terrestrial Radio Access (UTRA) GSM EGPRS Radio Access (GERA)
Frequency/Time Division Duplex (FDD/TDD) Frequency Division Duplex (FDD) Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA)
DL Rx diversity DL Rx Diversity DL Advanced Rx Performance Phase 1
LTE Power Class UMTS/HSDPA/HSUPA Power Class GSM/GPRS (GMSK) Power Class
• Power Class 3 (23 dBm) • Class 3 (24 dBm) • Class 4 (33 dBm) for 850/900 band
• Class 1 (30 dBm) for 1800/1900 band
EDGE (8-PSK) Power Class
• Class E2 (27 dBm) for 850/900 band
• Class E2 (26 dBm) for 1800/1900 band
Data rate Data rate Data rate
• LTE category 1: • HSDPA category 8: • GPRS multi-slot class 332, CS1-CS4,
up to 10.3 Mbit/s DL, up to 7.2 Mbit/s DL up to 107 kbit/s DL, 85.6 kbit/s UL
up to 5.2 Mbit/s UL • HSUPA category 6: • EDGE multi-slot class 332, MCS1-MCS9,
up to 5.76 Mbit/s UL up to 296 kbit/s DL, 236.8 kbit/s UL
Table 3: LARA-R6 series LTE, 3G and 2G characteristics summary

1
LARA-R6 modules support all E-UTRA channel bandwidths for each operating band according to 3GPP TS 36.521-1 [10]
2
GPRS/EDGE multislot class 33 implies a maximum of 5 slots in DL (reception), 4 slots in UL (transmission) with 6 slots in total.

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1.5 AT command support

The LARA-R6 series modules support AT commands according to 3GPP standards TS 27.007 [7],
TS 27.005 [8] and the u-blox AT command extension.

☞ For a complete list of supported AT commands, see the AT commands manual [1].
RIL (Radio Interface Layer) software for Android is available free of charge; see the Android RIL source
code application note [3] for the supported software deliveries and more information.

1.6 Supported features

Table 4 lists some of the main features supported by LARA-R6 series modules. For more details, see
the AT commands manual [1] and the application development guide [5].
Feature Description
Device security An immutable chip ID and Root of Trust (RoT) embedded in a dedicated Common Criteria EAL5+
high certified secure element provide foundational security and a unique device identity.
Device security features include:
• Secure boot: software authenticity and integrity
• Secure update: secure delivery of the correct FW to the module
• Anticloning detection and rejection: system automatically identifies and blocks clones that use
the same RoT
Data security Secure libraries allow generation of crypto functions and keys for local encryption to secure local
file storage and for end-to-end encryption.
Data security features include:
• Local data protection: symmetric crypto functions via AT command to locally encrypt / decrypt
and authenticate data (e.g., certificates, tokens) on the device. Allows also secure local storage
of sensitive information in a non-secure location (e.g., in “standard” device memory)
• E2E symmetric KMS: highly scalable method to provision and manage a session unique PSK
available in cloud via REST API. Up to 8 times reduction in secure communication data overhead
reducing data power consumption and cost
• E2E data protection: encrypt data on a device and decrypt asynchronously in cloud independent
of protocols, servers, platforms, or time before reaching final destination
u-blox Firmware update u-blox firmware module update over the air interface client/server solution using LwM2M.
Over The Air (uFOTA)
Firmware update Over AT Firmware module update over AT command interfaces.
commands (FOAT)
VoLTE and CSFB audio Voice over LTE (VoLTE) feature allows voice service over LTE bearer, via embedded IP Multimedia
capability 3 Subsystem (IMS).
Circuit-switched fallback (CSFB) feature allows voice service over circuit switched infrastructure
(3G or 2G radio access technologies, which are not supported by LARA-R6401 modules).
LTE / 3G Rx Diversity Improved cellular link quality and reliability on all operating bands, by means of 2 receiving antenna.
Network indication GPIO configured to indicate the network status: registered home network, registered roaming,
voice or data call enabled, or no service. The feature can be enabled by the +UGPIOC AT command.
Antenna detection The ANT_DET pin provides antenna presence detection capability, as optional features, evaluating
the resistance from ANT1 and ANT2 pins to GND by means of an external antenna detection
circuit implemented on the application board.
Antenna dynamic tuning 4 Control of an external antenna matching IC via two GPIOs changing dynamically the high/low state
in real time according to the cellular band used by the module.
Jamming detection Detects “artificial” interference that obscures the operator’s carriers entitled to give access to the
radio service and reports the start and stop of such conditions to the application processor that
can react accordingly.

3
Not supported by LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D and LARA-R6801D data-only modules
4
Not supported by LARA-R6001-00B, LARA-R6001D-00B and LARA-R6801-00B modules

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Feature Description
Embedded TCP and UDP Embedded TCP/IP and UDP/IP stack including direct link mode for TCP and UDP sockets.
stack Sockets can be set in Direct Link mode to establish a transparent end to end communication with
an already connected TCP or UDP socket via serial interface.
Embedded FTP, FTPS File Transfer Protocol as well as Secure File Transfer Protocol (SSL encryption of FTP control
channel) functionalities are supported by means of AT commands.
Embedded HTTP, HTTPS Hyper-Text Transfer Protocol as well as Secure Hyper-Text Transfer Protocol (SSL encryption)
functionalities are supported via AT commands.
CoAP (RFC 7252) Embedded Constrained Application Protocol (CoAP) datagram-based client/server application
protocol designed to easily translate from HTTP for simplified integration with the web.
MQTT Anywhere and Integrated MQTT-SN client for MQTT Anywhere IoT Communication-as-a-Service support in
MQTT Flex combination with external Thingstream SIM, or for MQTT Flex IoT Communication-as-a-Service
support in combination with any external SIM
MQTT (v3.1.1) and Embedded Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) and MQTT for Sensor Networks
MQTT-SN (v1.2) (MQTT-SN) publish-subscribe messaging protocols designed for lightweight M2M
communications over TCP (MQTT) or over UDP (MQTT-SN). These allow one-to-one, one-to-many
and many-to-one communications over a TCP or UDP connection.
LwM2M The LwM2M is a light and compact communication protocol designed for managing IoT machine-
to-machine communication between a LwM2M server and a LwM2M client located in lightweight,
low power, or resource-constrained LwM2M devices, with object data model.
TLS (v1.0, v1.1, v1.2, v1.3) Transport Layer Security (TLS) provides security for HTTP, FTP, MQTT, and TCP communications.
and DTLS (v1.2) Embedded Datagram Transport Layer Security (DTLS) provides security for LwM2M, and UDP
communications.
DNS Support for DNS functionality.
IPv4/IPv6 dual-stack Capability to move between IPv4 and dual stack network infrastructures. IPv4 and IPv6 addresses
can be used.
PPP IPv4/IPv6 packets relaying through the cellular protocol stack performed on a Point-to-Point
Protocol (PPP) connection established with the external application via a serial interface.
Transitions between Online command mode (OLCM) and PPP mode are supported.
Multiple PDP contexts Multiple PDP contexts can be activated, and multi secondary PDP contexts be associated to a
primary PDP context.
ODIS Open mobile alliance device management IMEI Sync (ODIS) is an AT&T functionality required at the
cellular module level and used to identify the end device operating inside the network.
BIP Bearer Independent Protocol (BIP) for Over-the-Air SIM provisioning. The data transfer to/from the
SIM uses either an already active PDP context or a new PDP context established with the APN
provided by the SIM card.
External u-blox GNSS Access to u-blox positioning chips and modules is available through a dedicated I2C interface.
control via modem This means that from any host processor, a single serial port can control the cellular module and
the u-blox positioning chip or module. For more details, see the GNSS application note [6].
Embedded AssistNow Embedded AssistNow Online and AssistNow Offline clients are available to provide better GNSS
software performance and faster Time-to-First-Fix. An AT command can enable / disable the clients.
CellLocate® Enables the estimation of device position based on the parameters of the mobile network cells
visible to the specific device based on the CellLocate® database
A set of AT commands allows CellLocate® service configuration and position request.

☞ u-blox is extremely mindful of user privacy. When a position is sent to the CellLocate® server,
u-blox is unable to track the SIM used or the specific device.
Hybrid positioning The current module position is provided by a u-blox positioning chip or module or the estimated
position from CellLocate® depending on which method provides the best and fastest solution
according to the user configuration.
A set of AT commands allows Hybrid positioning service configuration and position request.

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Feature Description
Smart Temperature Constant monitoring of the module board temperature:
Supervisor • Warning notification when the temperature approaches an upper or lower predefined threshold
• Shutdown notified and forced when the temperature value is outside the specified range
(shutdown suspended in case of an emergency call in progress)
The optional Smart Temperature Supervisor feature is by default disabled, and it can be enabled
and configured through the +USTS AT command.

☞ The sensor measures the board temperature, which can differ from ambient temperature.
Last gasp In case of power supply outage the cellular module can be configured through the +ULGASP AT
command to send an alarm notification to a remote entity.
Low power idle mode The power saving configuration is disabled by default, but it can be enabled and configured using
the +UPSV AT command. When the power saving is enabled, the module automatically enters the
low power idle mode whenever possible, reducing current consumption.
Fast Dormancy The Fast Dormancy feature, based on 3GPP specifications, allows reduction of current
consumption and network utilization during periods of data inactivity.
3GPP Power Saving Mode The Power Saving Mode (PSM) feature, based on 3GPP specifications, allows further reduction of
(PSM)5 the module current consumption maximizing the amount of time a device can remain in PSM low
power deep-sleep mode during periods of data inactivity.
LTE eDRX Extended idle mode Discontinuous Reception (eDRX) feature, based on 3GPP specifications,
reduces the amount of signaling overhead decreasing the frequency of scheduled measurements
and/or transmissions performed by the module in idle mode. This in turn leads to a reduction in the
module power consumption while maintaining a perpetual connection with the base station.
Backup and restore This feature allows the modules to autonomously restore the flash file system using the last
backup stored on the module itself. For further details about the backup and restore feature, see
the +UBKUPDATA AT command description in the AT commands manual [1], and the related
section in the application development guide [5].
Table 4: Some of the main features supported by LARA-R6 series modules

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Not supported by the LARA-R6001-00B, LARA-R6001D-00B, LARA-R6401-00B, LARA-R6401D-00B and LARA-R6801-00B
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2 Interfaces
2.1 Power management
2.1.1 Module supply input (VCC)
LARA-R6 series modules must be supplied through the three VCC pins by a DC power supply. Voltage
must be stable, because during operation the current drawn from VCC can vary by some order of
magnitude, especially due to the surging consumption profile of the GSM system (described in the
system integration manual [2]). It is important that the system power supply circuit can support peak
power.
LARA-R6 series modules provide separate supply inputs over the three VCC pins:
• VCC pins #52 and #53 represent the supply input for the internal RF power amplifiers, demanding
most of the total current drawn by the module when RF transmission is enabled
• VCC pin #51 represents the supply input for the internal baseband Power Management Unit and
the internal transceiver, demanding a minor part of the total current drawn by the module when
RF transmission is enabled

2.1.2 Generic digital interfaces supply output (V_INT)

LARA-R6 series modules provide a 1.8 V supply rail output on the V_INT pin, which is internally
generated when the module is switched on. The same voltage domain is used internally to supply the
generic digital interfaces of the modules (as the UARTs, I2C, I2S, GPIOs). The V_INT supply output
can be used in place of an external discrete regulator.

☞ It is recommended to provide accessible test point directly connected to the V_INT input pin.

2.2 Antenna interfaces

2.2.1 Antenna RF interfaces
The modules have two RF pins with a characteristic impedance of 50 . The primary antenna pin
(ANT1) supports both Tx and Rx, providing the main antenna interface, while the secondary antenna
pin (ANT2) supports Rx only for the LTE / 3G Rx diversity configuration.

2.2.2 Antenna detection

The ANT_DET pin is an Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) input with a current source provided by
LARA-R6 series modules to sense the external antenna(s) presence (as an optional feature). It
evaluates the resistance from ANT1 and ANT2 pins to GND by means of an external antenna
detection circuit implemented on the application board. For more details, see the system integration
manual [2] and the AT commands manual [1].

2.3 System functions

2.3.1 Module power-on
When LARA-R6 series modules are not powered, they can be switched on as following:
• Applying a voltage at the VCC module supply input within the operating range (see Table 12), and
then forcing a low level at the PWR_ON input pin, which is normally set high by an internal pull-up,
for a valid time period (see section 4.2.9, module switch on).

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When LARA-R6 series modules are in power-off mode (switched off, with a voltage at the VCC module
supply input within the normal operating range reported in Table 12), they can be switched on by:
• Forcing a low level at the PWR_ON input pin, which is normally set high by an internal pull-up, for
a valid time period (see section 4.2.9, module switch-on). The PWR_ON line is intended to be driven
by open drain, open collector, or contact switch.

☞ It is recommended to provide accessible test point directly connected to the PWR_ON input pin.

2.3.2 Module power-off

LARA-R6 series can be properly switched off, with storage of the current parameter settings in the
module’s internal non-volatile memory and a clean network detach, in one of these ways:
• AT+CPWROFF command (see the AT commands manual [1]).
• Forcing a low pulse at the PWR_ON input pin, which is normally set high by an internal pull-up, for
a valid time period (see section 4.2.9, module graceful switch-off). The PWR_ON line is intended to
be driven by open drain, open collector or contact switch.
An faster and safe emergency power-off procedure of LARA-R6 series modules with storage of the
current parameter settings and without a clean network detach can be triggered by:
• AT+CFUN=10 command (see the AT commands manual [1]).
• Toggling the GPIO input pin configured with the fast and safe power-off function (see section 2.8)
An abrupt shutdown occurs on LARA-R6 series modules, without storage of the current parameter
settings and without a clean network detach, when:
• The VCC supply drops below the extended operating range minimum limit
• Forcing a low level at the RESET_N input pin, which is normally set high by an internal pull-up, for
a valid time period (see 4.2.10, module abrupt emergency switch-off). The RESET_N line is
intended to be driven by open drain, open collector or contact switch.
An over-temperature or an under-temperature shutdown occurs on LARA-R6 series modules when
the temperature measured within the cellular module reaches the dangerous area if the optional
Smart Temperature Supervisor feature is enabled and configured by the dedicated AT command. For
more details, see 4.2.15 and the +USTS AT command description in the AT commands manual [1].

2.3.3 Module reset

LARA-R6 series modules can be reset (rebooted), with storage of the current parameter settings in
the module’s internal non-volatile memory and a clean network detach, by:
• AT+CFUN=16 command (see the AT commands manual [1] for description and other options).
• Forcing a low level at the RESET_N input pin, which is normally set high by an internal pull-up, for a
valid time period (see 4.2.10, module reset / reboot). The RESET_N line is intended to be driven by
open drain, open collector or contact switch.

2.4 SIM interface

2.4.1 SIM card / chip interface
LARA-R6 series modules include an interface to connect an external SIM card / chip over the VSIM,
SIM_IO, SIM_CLK, SIM_RST pins: the high-speed SIM/ME interface is implemented as well as the
automatic detection of the required SIM supporting voltage.
Both 1.8 V and 3.0 V SIM types are supported (1.8 V and 3.0 V ME). Activation and deactivation with
automatic voltage switch from 1.8 V to 3.0 V is implemented, according to ISO-IEC 7816-3 specs.

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2.4.2 SIM card detection

LARA-R6 series modules provide the SIM detection function over the GPIO5 pin to sense the SIM card
physical presence (as an optional feature) when the pin of the module is properly connected to the
mechanical switch of the SIM car holder (see the system integration manual [2]).

2.5 Serial communication

LARA-R6 series modules provide the following serial communication interfaces:
• Two UART interfaces: serial interfaces available for the communication with a host application
processor (AT commands, data, FW update by means of FOAT).
• USB interface: Universal Serial Bus 2.0 compliant interface available for the communication with a
host application processor (AT commands, data communication, FW update by means of the
FOAT feature), for FW update by means of the u-blox EasyFlash tool and for diagnostic.
• I2C interface: I2C bus compatible interface available for the communication with u-blox GNSS
positioning chips/modules and with external I2C devices as an audio codec.

2.5.1 UART interfaces

LARA-R6 series modules include a main primary Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter serial
interface (UART) for communication with an application host processor, supporting AT commands,
data communication, multiplexer protocol functionality including virtual channel for GNSS tunneling,
and FW update by means of FOAT:
• 8-wire serial port with RS-232 functionality conforming to ITU-T V.24 recommendation [13], with
CMOS compatible levels (0 V for low data bit / ON state, 1.8 V for high data bit / OFF state)
o Data lines (RXD output, TXD input),
o hardware flow control lines (CTS output, RTS input),
o modem status and control lines (DTR input, DSR output, DCD output, RI output)6
• Hardware flow control (default factory-programmed setting), or none flow control are supported
• 115’200 bit/s (default factory-programmed setting), 230’400 bit/s, 460’800 bit/s, 921’600 bit/s,
and 3’000’000 bit/s baud rates are supported
• The default factory-programmed frame format is 8N1 (8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit)
LARA-R6 series modules include a secondary auxiliary Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter
serial interface (UART AUX) for communication with an application host processor, supporting AT
commands, data communication, and FW update by means of FOAT:
• 4-wire serial port with RS-232 functionality conforming to ITU-T V.24 recommendation [13], with
CMOS compatible signal levels (0 V for low data bit / ON state, 1.8 V for high data bit / OFF state)
o Data lines (DCD as data output, DTR as data input)
o HW flow control lines (RI as flow control output, DSR as flow control input)
• Hardware flow control (default setting), or none flow control are supported
• 115’200 bit/s (default setting), 230’400 bit/s, 460’800 bit/s, 921’600 bit/s, and 3’000’000 bit/s
baud rates are supported
• The default frame format is 8N1 (8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit)
The UART serial interfaces can be conveniently configured through dedicated AT commands: see the
AT commands manual [1] (+IPR, +ICF, +IFC, &K, \Q, &S, &D, &C, +UPSV, +USIO, +UUARTCONF AT
commands).

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[Link] Multiplexer protocol

LARA-R6 series modules include multiplexer functionality as per 3GPP TS 27.010 [9] on the main
primary UART physical interface. The multiplexer functionality is not supported on the secondary
auxiliary UART physical interface.
The multiplexer functionality is a data link protocol which uses HDLC-like framing and operates
between the module (DCE) and the application processor (DTE), allowing several simultaneous
sessions over the physical link (main primary UART): the user can concurrently use AT interface on
one MUX channel and data communication on another MUX channel.
The following virtual channels are available:
• Multiplexer control
• AT commands / data connection
• GNSS data tunneling

2.5.2 USB interface

LARA-R6 series modules include a USB High-Speed 2.0 compliant interface with a maximum
480 Mbit/s data rate according to the Universal Serial Bus specification revision 2.0 [14]. The module
itself acts as a USB device and can be connected to any compatible USB host.
The USB interface is available for communication with a host application processor (AT commands,
data communication, GNSS tunneling, FW update by means of the FOAT feature), for FW update by
means of the u-blox EasyFlash tool and for diagnostics.
The USB_D+ / USB_D- lines carry the USB data and signaling. The USB interface is automatically
enabled by an external valid USB VBUS voltage applied on the VUSB_DET input pin of the module.

☞ The USB interface of the LARA-R6 series modules is enabled only if an external voltage detectable
as High logic level (see Table 25 for the electrical characteristics) is present at the VUSB_DET
input during the switch-on boot sequence of the module. This configuration can be changed by the
+UUSBDET AT command on all LARA-R6 series modules versions except LARA-R6001D-00B.

The USB interface makes several functions available with various capabilities and purposes, such as:
• Virtual serial port over USB for AT commands and data communication
• Virtual serial port over USB for GNSS tunneling
• Virtual serial port over USB for Diagnostic log
The user can concurrently use AT command interface on one virtual serial port, and packet switched
/ circuit switched data communication on another virtual serial port over USB.
LARA-R6 series modules are compatible with the standard Linux/Android USB kernel drivers.

☞ It is highly recommended to provide access to the VUSB_DET, USB_D+, USB_D- pins for FW
update and for diagnostic purpose, by means of test points directly connected to the pins.

2.5.3 I2C interface

LARA-R6 series modules include an I2C-bus compatible interface (SDA and SCL pins) available to
communicate with an external u-blox GNSS chips / modules, and with external compatible I2C devices
as for example an audio codec: LARA-R6 series module acts as an I2C host which can communicate
with I2C local devices in accordance with the I2C bus specifications [15].
For more details regarding I2C interface usage and the integration with a u-blox GNSS receiver, see
the LARA-R6 series system integration manual [2], GNSS implementation application note [6], and
the I2C and GNSS AT commands description in the u-blox AT commands manual [1].

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2.6 Audio interface

☞ LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D, LARA-R6801D data-only modules do not support of voice / audio.
LARA-R6 series modules support Voice over LTE (VoLTE) as well as Circuit-switched fallback (CSFB)
from LTE to 3G or 2G radio bearer for providing audio services.
LARA-R6 series modules include a 4-wire I2S digital audio interface (I2S_TXD, I2S_RXD, I2S_CLK,
I2S_WA) that can be configured by AT command to transfer digital audio data to/from an external
device as an audio codec.
For more details regarding I2S digital audio interface possible configurations, usage and guideline for
the integration with an external digital audio device as an audio codec, see the LARA-R6 series system
integration manual [2] and the audio sections in the AT commands manual [1].

2.7 Clock output

☞ LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D, LARA-R6801D modules do not support GPIO6 clock output.
LARA-R6 series modules provide digital clock output functionality on the GPIO6 pin. This is mainly
designed to feed the clock input of an external audio codec, as the clock output is generated only when
the audio is active. For more details, see the AT commands manual [1], +UMCLK AT command.

2.8 GPIO pins

LARA-R6 series modules include 9 pins (GPIO1-GPIO5, I2S_TXD, I2S_RXD, I2S_CLK, I2S_WA) that
can be configured as General Purpose Input/Output or to provide custom functions as summarized in
the Table 5 (for further details, see the GPIO section in the AT commands manual [1]).
Function Description Default GPIO Configurable GPIOs
Network status Network status: registered home network, registered -- GPIO1, GPIO2,
indication roaming, data transmission, no service GPIO3, GPIO4
GNSS supply Enable/disable the supply of u-blox GNSS receiver GPIO2 GPIO1, GPIO2,
enable connected to the cellular module GPIO3, GPIO4
GNSS data ready Sense when u-blox GNSS receiver connected to the module GPIO3 GPIO3
is ready for sending data by the I2C
SIM card detection External SIM card physical presence detection GPIO5 GPIO5
SIM card hot Enable / disable SIM interface upon detection of external -- GPIO5
insertion/removal SIM card physical insertion / removal
RI Main UART Ring Indicator output function -- All
DTR Main UART DTR input line function -- GPIO3, GPIO4
Last gasp Input to trigger last gasp notification by applying a rising or -- GPIO3
falling edge according to AT+ULGASP setting
Faster and safe Input to trigger emergency fast and safe shutdown of the -- GPIO3
power-off module (as AT+CFUN=10) by applying a rising edge
I2S digital audio I2S digital audio interface I2S_RXD, I2S_TXD, I2S_RXD, I2S_TXD,
interface 7 I2S_CLK, I2S_WA I2S_CLK, I2S_WA
General purpose Input to sense high or low digital level -- All
input
General purpose Output to set the high or the low digital level GPIO4 All
output
Pin disabled Tri-state with an internal active pull-down enabled GPIO1 All

Table 5: GPIO custom functions configuration

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Not supported by LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D, LARA-R6801D data-only modules: I2S pins are by default set as Pin disabled

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2.9 Antenna dynamic tuner interface

☞ The antenna dynamic tuner interface is not supported by LARA-R6001-00B, LARA-R6001D-00B
and LARA-R6801-00B product versions.
LARA-R6 series modules include two 1.8 V digital output pins (RFCTRL1 and RFCTRL2) that are
configured to control in real time an external antenna tuning IC, as optional available feature, changing
their output value dynamically according to the specific actual cellular band in use by the module.
RFCTRL1 RFCTRL2 LTE frequency band in use
0 0 B2, B4, B5, B66
0 1 N/A
1 0 B12, B13, B14
1 1 B71
Table 6: LARA-R6401-00B / LARA-R6401D-00B product versions antenna dynamic tuning truth table

2.10 Reserved pins

LARA-R6 series modules include pins reserved for future use, marked as RSVD, which can all be left
unconnected on the application board, except connecting a test point to the RSVD #33 pin.

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3 Pin definition
3.1 Pin assignment
ANT_DET

ANT_DET

ANT_DET
ANT2

ANT1

ANT2

ANT1

ANT2

ANT1
GND
GND

GND
GND

GND
GND

GND
GND

GND

GND

GND
GND

GND
GND

GND
GND

GND
GND

GND
GND

GND
GND

GND
GND
64 63 62 61 60 59 58 57 56 55 54 64 63 62 61 60 59 58 57 56 55 54 64 63 62 61 60 59 58 57 56 55 54
GND 1 53 VCC GND 1 53 VCC GND 1 53 VCC
65 66 67 68 69 70 65 66 67 68 69 70 65 66 67 68 69 70
RSVD 2 52 VCC RSVD 2 52 VCC RSVD 2 52 VCC
GND 3 51 VCC GND 3 51 VCC GND 3 51 VCC
71 72 73 74 75 76 71 72 73 74 75 76 71 72 73 74 75 76
V_INT 4 50 GND V_INT 4 50 GND V_INT 4 50 GND
GND 5 77 97 98 78 49 RSVD GND 5 77 97 98 78 49 RSVD GND 5 77 97 98 78 49 RSVD
DSR 6 48 RSVD DSR 6 48 RSVD DSR 6 48 RSVD
RFCTRL1

RFCTRL2

RFCTRL1

RFCTRL2

RFCTRL1

RFCTRL2
RSVD /

RSVD /

RSVD /

RSVD /
RI 7 47 RSVD RI 7 47 RSVD RI 7 47 RSVD
DCD 8 79 80 46 RSVD DCD 8 79 80 46 RSVD DCD 8 79 80 46 RSVD

DTR 9 45 RSVD DTR 9 45 RSVD DTR 9 45 RSVD

RTS 10 LARA-R6001 44 RSVD RTS 10 LARA-R6401 44 RSVD RTS 10 LARA-R6801 44 RSVD

CTS 11
Top View 43 GND CTS 11
Top View 43 GND CTS 11
Top View 43 GND
TXD 12 42 GPIO5 TXD 12 42 GPIO5 TXD 12 42 GPIO5
Pin 65-96: GND Pin 65-96: GND Pin 65-96: GND
RXD 13 41 VSIM RXD 13 41 VSIM RXD 13 41 VSIM
GND 14 81 82 40 SIM_RST GND 14 81 82 40 SIM_RST GND 14 81 82 40 SIM_RST
PWR_ON 15 39 SIM_IO PWR_ON 15 39 SIM_IO PWR_ON 15 39 SIM_IO
RSVD

RSVD

RSVD

RSVD

RSVD

RSVD
GPIO1 16 38 SIM_CLK GPIO1 16 38 SIM_CLK GPIO1 16 38 SIM_CLK
VUSB_DET 17 83 99 100 84 37 I2S_RXD VUSB_DET 17 83 99 100 84 37 I2S_RXD VUSB_DET 17 83 99 100 84 37 I2S_RXD

RESET_N 18 36 I2S_CLK RESET_N 18 36 I2S_CLK RESET_N 18 36 I2S_CLK

85 86 87 88 89 90 85 86 87 88 89 90 85 86 87 88 89 90
GPIO6 19 35 I2S_TXD GPIO6 19 35 I2S_TXD GPIO6 19 35 I2S_TXD
GND 20 34 I2S_WA GND 20 34 I2S_WA GND 20 34 I2S_WA
91 92 93 94 95 96 91 92 93 94 95 96 91 92 93 94 95 96
GND 21 33 RSVD GND 21 33 RSVD GND 21 33 RSVD
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32
GPIO2
GPIO3

GPIO2
GPIO3

GPIO2
GPIO3
GPIO4

SCL

GPIO4

SCL
GND

USB_D+

GND
RSVD

GND

GND

USB_D+

GPIO4

SCL
GND
RSVD
GND

GND

USB_D+
GND
RSVD
GND
SDA

USB_D-

SDA

USB_D-

SDA

USB_D-
Figure 2: LARA-R6 series pin assignment (top view)

No Name Power I/O Description Remarks

domain
1 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
2 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use. Internally not connected.
3 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
4 V_INT - O Generic Digital Interfaces V_INT = 1.8 V (typical) generated by the module when it is
supply output switched-on, outside low power deep sleep mode.
See section 4.2.3 for detailed electrical specs.
Provide test point for diagnostic purposes.
5 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
6 DSR GDI O/ UART data set ready / Circuit 107 in ITU-T V.24 (DSR output, push-pull, idle high,
I AUX UART request to send active low), alternatively configurable as second auxiliary
UART RTS (HW flow control input, idle high, active low,
with internal active pull-up enabled).
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
7 RI GDI O/ UART ring indicator / Circuit 125 in ITU-T V.24 (RI output, push-pull, idle high,
O AUX UART clear to send active low), alternatively configurable as second auxiliary
UART CTS (HW flow control output, push-pull, idle high,
active low).
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
8 DCD GDI O/ UART data carrier detect / Circuit 109 in ITU-T V.24 (DCD output, push-pull, idle high,
O AUX UART data output active low), alternatively settable as Second Auxiliary
UART RXD (data output, push-pull, idle high, active low).
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
9 DTR GDI I/ UART data terminal ready / Circuit 108/2 in ITU-T V. 24 (DTR input, idle high, active
I AUX UART data input low, with internal active pull-up enabled), alternatively
settable as Second Auxiliary UART TXD (data input, idle
high, active low, with internal active pull-up enabled).
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
10 RTS GDI I UART ready to send Circuit 105 in ITU-T V.24 (RTS flow control input, idle high,
active low, with internal active pull-up enabled).
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.

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No Name Power I/O Description Remarks

domain
11 CTS GDI O UART clear to send Circuit 106 in ITU-T V.24 (CTS hardware flow control
output, push-pull, idle high, active low).
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
12 TXD GDI I UART data input Circuit 103 in ITU-T V.24 (TxD data input, idle high, active
low, with internal active pull-up enabled).
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
13 RXD GDI O UART data output Circuit 104 in ITU-T V.24 (RxD data output, push-pull, idle
high, active low).
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
14 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
15 PWR_ON POS I Power-on input Internal pull-up. Active low.
See section 4.2.9 for detailed electrical specs.
Provide test point for diagnostic purposes.
16 GPIO1 GDI I/O GPIO GPIO configurable as described in section 2.8.
Push-pull output type.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
17 VUSB_DET VBUS I VBUS USB detect input VBUS (5 V typical) USB supply generated by the host must
be connected to this input pin during the switch-on boot
sequence of the module to enable the USB interface.
See section 4.2.12 for detailed electrical specs.
Provide test point for diagnostic purposes.
18 RESET_N ERS I External reset input Internal 10 k pull-up resistor to V_BCKP.
See section 4.2.10 for detailed electrical specs.
19 GPIO6 GDI O Clock output Configurable clock output as described in section 2.7.
Not supported by LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D and
LARA-R6801D data-only modules.
Push-pull output type.
See section 4.2.14 / [Link] for detailed electrical specs.
20 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
21 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
22 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
23 GPIO2 GDI I/O GPIO GPIO configurable as described in section 2.8.
Push-pull output type.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
24 GPIO3 GDI I/O GPIO GPIO configurable as described in section 2.8.
Push-pull output type.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
25 GPIO4 GDI I/O GPIO GPIO configurable as described in section 2.8.
Push-pull output type.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
26 SDA I2C I/O I2C bus data line Open drain output type. Active low.
Internal 2.2 k pull-up resistor to V_INT.
See section 4.2.13 for detailed electrical specs.
27 SCL I2C O I2C bus clock line Open drain output type. Active low.
Internal 2.2 k pull-up resistor to V_INT.
See section 4.2.13 for detailed electrical specs.
28 USB_D- USB I/O USB Data Line D- 90  nominal differential characteristic impedance.
Pull-up, pull-down and series resistors as required by the
USB 2.0 specifications [14] are part of the USB pin driver
and need not be provided externally.
See section 4.2.12 for detailed electrical specs.
Provide test point for diagnostic purposes.

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No Name Power I/O Description Remarks

domain
29 USB_D+ USB I/O USB Data Line D+ 90  nominal differential characteristic impedance.
Pull-up, pull-down and series resistors as required by the
USB 2.0 specifications [14] are part of the USB pin driver
and need not be provided externally.
See section 4.2.12 for detailed electrical specs.
Provide test point for diagnostic purposes.
30 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
31 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use. Internally not connected.
32 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
33 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved with special function.
Provide test point for diagnostic purposes.
34 I2S_WA GDI O/ I2S word alignment / Settable as I2S word alignment, or as GPIO (see 2.6, 2.8).
I/O GPIO Push-pull output type.
I2S not supported by LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D and
LARA-R6801D data-only modules.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
35 I2S_TXD GDI O/ I2S transmit data / Configurable as I2S data output, or as GPIO (see 2.6, 2.8).
I/O GPIO Push-pull output type.
I2S not supported by LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D and
LARA-R6801D data-only modules.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
36 I2S_CLK GDI O/ I2S clock / Configurable as I2S clock, or as GPIO (see 2.6, 2.8).
I/O GPIO Push-pull output type.
I2S not supported by LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D and
LARA-R6801D data-only modules.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
37 I2S_RXD GDI I/ I2S receive data / Configurable as I2S data input, or as GPIO (see 2.6, 2.8).
I/O GPIO Push-pull output type.
I2S not supported by LARA-R6001D, LARA-R6401D and
LARA-R6801D data-only modules.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
38 SIM_CLK SIM O SIM clock See section 4.2.10 for detailed electrical specs.
39 SIM_IO SIM I/O SIM data Internal 4.7 k pull-up resistor to VSIM.
See section 4.2.10 for detailed electrical specs.
40 SIM_RST SIM O SIM reset See section 4.2.10 for detailed electrical specs.
41 VSIM - O SIM supply output VSIM = 1.80 V typical or 2.95 V typical generated by the
module according to the external SIM card/chip type.
See section 4.2.3 for detailed electrical specs.
42 GPIO5 GDI I/O GPIO Configurable for SIM card detection, or as GPIO (see 2.8).
Push-pull output type.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
43 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
44 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use.
45 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use.
46 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use.
47 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use.
48 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use.
49 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use.
50 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
51 VCC - I Module supply input Supply input for baseband Power Management Unit part.
All VCC pins must be connected to external supply.
See sections 4.2.3 and 4.2.4 for detailed specs.

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No Name Power I/O Description Remarks

domain
52 VCC - I Module supply input Supply for RF Power Amplifiers part.
All VCC pins must be connected to external supply.
See sections 4.2.3 and 4.2.4 for detailed specs.
53 VCC - I Module supply input Supply for RF Power Amplifiers part.
All VCC pins must be connected to external supply.
See sections 4.2.3 and 4.2.4 for detailed specs.
54 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
55 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
56 ANT1 ANT I/O Primary antenna 50  nominal characteristic impedance.
Main Tx / Rx antenna interface.
See section 4.2.5, 4.2.6, 0 for details.
57 GND GND N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
58 GND GND N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
59 ANT_DET ADC I Antenna detection ADC input for antenna presence detection function.
See section 4.2.8 for detailed electrical specs.
60 GND GND N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
61 GND GND N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
62 ANT2 ANT I Secondary antenna 50  nominal characteristic impedance.
Rx only for Down-Link Rx diversity.
See section 4.2.5, 4.2.6 for details.
63 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
64 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
65-96 GND - N/A Ground All the GND pins are intended to be connected to ground
97 RFCTRL1 GDI O RF control output 1.8 V push-pull output to dynamically control external RF
antenna tuning IC, changing the high/low state in real time
according to the cellular RF band in use by the module.
Not supported by LARA-R6001-00B, LARA-R6001D-00B
and LARA-R6801-00B product versions.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
RSVD N/A RESERVED pin LARA-R6001-00B, LARA-R6001D-00B, LARA-R6801-00B
product versions only.
Pin reserved for future use.
98 RFCTRL2 GDI O RF control output 1.8 V push-pull output to dynamically control external RF
antenna tuning IC, changing the high/low state in real time
according to the cellular RF band in use by the module.
Not supported by LARA-R6001-00B, LARA-R6001D-00B
and LARA-R6801-00B product versions.
See section 4.2.14 for detailed electrical specs.
RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin LARA-R6001-00B, LARA-R6001D-00B, LARA-R6801-00B
product versions only.
Pin reserved for future use.
99 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use.
100 RSVD - N/A RESERVED pin Pin reserved for future use.
Table 7: LARA-R6 series pin-out

☞ For more information about the pin-out, see the system integration manual [2].

☞ See appendix A for an explanation of the abbreviations and terms used.

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4 Electrical specifications
⚠ Stressing the device above one or more of the ratings listed in the Absolute Maximum Rating
section may cause permanent damage. These are stress ratings only. Operating the module at
these or at any conditions other than those specified in the Operating Conditions sections (section
4.2) of the specification should be avoided. Exposure to Absolute Maximum Rating conditions for
extended periods may affect device reliability.

☞ Electrical characteristics are defined according to the verification on a representative number of

samples or according to the simulation.
☞ Where application information is given, it is advisory only and does not form part of the
specification.

4.1 Absolute maximum rating

☞ Limit values given below are in accordance with the Absolute Maximum Rating System (IEC 134).
Symbol Description Condition Min. Max. Unit
VCC Module supply voltage Input DC voltage at VCC pin –0.5 6.0 V
VUSB_DET USB detection pin Input DC voltage at VUSB_DET pin –0.3 5.5 V
USB USB D+/D- pins Input DC voltage at USB_D+ and USB_D- pins –0.3 3.6 V
GDI Generic digital interfaces Input DC voltage at Generic digital interfaces pins –0.3 2.1 V
I2C I2C interface Input DC voltage at I2C interface pins –0.3 2.1 V
SIM SIM interface Input DC voltage at SIM interface pins –0.3 3.6 V
ERS External reset signal Input DC voltage at RESET_N pin –0.3 2.1 V
POS Power-on input Input DC voltage at PWR_ON pin –0.3 2.1 V
Rho_ANT Antenna ruggedness Output RF load mismatch ruggedness at ANT pins 10:1 VSWR
Tstg Storage Temperature –40 +85 °C
Table 8: Absolute maximum ratings

⚠ The product is not protected against overvoltage or reversed voltages. If necessary, voltage spikes
exceeding the power supply voltage specification, given in the table above, must be limited to
values within the specified boundaries by using appropriate protection devices.

4.1.1 Maximum ESD

Parameter Min. Max. Unit Remarks
ESD sensitivity for all pins 1000 V Human Body Model according to JS-001-2017
500 V Charged Device Model according to JS-002-2018
Table 9: Maximum ESD ratings

⚠ u-blox cellular modules are Electrostatic Sensitive Devices and require special precautions when
handling. See section 7.4 for ESD handling instructions.

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4.2 Operating conditions

☞ Unless otherwise indicated, all operating condition specifications are at an ambient temperature
of +25 °C.
⚠ Operation beyond the operating conditions is not recommended and extended exposure beyond
them may affect device reliability.

4.2.1 Operating temperature range

Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit Remarks
Normal operating temperature –20 +25 +65 °C Operating within 3GPP / ETSI specifications
Extended operating temperature –40 +85 °C Operating with possible slight deviation in RF
performance outside normal operating range
Table 10: Environmental conditions

4.2.2 Thermal parameters

Symbol Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Unit Remarks
ΨM-A Module-to-Ambient 10 °C/W Thermal characterization parameter ΨM-A = (TM – TA) / PH
thermal parameter proportional to the delta between internal module temperature (TM)
and ambient temperature (TA), due to heat power dissipation (PH), with
the module mounted on a 79 x 62 x 1.41 mm 4-Layer PCB with a high
coverage of copper, in still air conditions
ΨM-C Module-to-Case 3 °C/W Thermal characterization parameter ΨM-C =(TM – TC) / PH
thermal parameter proportional to the delta between internal module temperature (TM)
and ambient temperature (TC), due to heat power dissipation (PH), with
the module mounted on a 79 x 62 x 1.41 mm 4-Layer PCB with a high
coverage of copper, with a robust aluminum heat-sink and with forced
air ventilation, i.e. reducing to a value close to 0 °C/W the thermal
resistance from the case of the module to the ambient
Table 11: Thermal characterization parameters of the module

4.2.3 Supply/power pins

Symbol Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit
VCC Normal operating input voltage for VCC pins 51, 52, 53 8 3.3 3.8 4.5 V
9
Extended operating input voltage for VCC pin 51 3.1 3.8 4.5 V
10
Extended operating input voltage for VCC pins 52, 53 2.8 3.8 4.5 V
Table 12: Input characteristics of the module Supply/Power pins

Symbol Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit

VSIM SIM supply output voltage, with external 1.8 V SIM 1.80 V
SIM supply output voltage, with external 3.0 V SIM 2.95 V
V_INT Generic Digital Interfaces supply output voltage 1.80 V
Generic Digital Interfaces supply output current capability 70 mA
Table 13: Output characteristics of the Supply/Power pins

8
Operating within 3GPP / ETSI specifications.
9
The voltage has to be above the extended operating range minimum limit for the VCC pin 51 (supply input for the baseband
Power Management Unit and the Transceiver) to switch-on the module and to avoid possible switch-off of the module.
10
Operating with possible slight deviation in RF performance outside normal operating range. The Power Amplifier may not be
fully functional when the voltage drops below the extended operating range minimum limit defined for the VCC pins 52 and 53
(supply input for the internal Power Amplifier).

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4.2.4 Current consumption

Mode Condition Tx power Min Typ11 Max12 Unit
Power-off mode Averaged current value 9 µA
Module switched off
Cyclic Idle/Active-Mode Averaged current value, 0.9 mA
(Low power mode enabled by +UPSV, Idle mode floor current, USB not connected
Module registered with network)
Averaged current value, 1.2 mA
Idle mode floor current, USB suspended
Averaged current value, 1.1 mA
Cyclic eDRX = 655.36 s, USB not connected
Averaged current value, 1.4 mA
Cyclic eDRX = 655.36 s, USB suspended
Averaged current value, 1.6 mA
Cyclic eDRX = 20.48 s, USB not connected
Averaged current value, 1.9 mA
Cyclic eDRX = 20.48 s, USB suspended
Averaged current value, 1.9 mA
Cyclic DRX = 2.56 s, USB not connected
Averaged current value, 2.2 mA
Cyclic DRX = 2.56 s, USB suspended
Active-Mode Averaged current value, 10.6 mA
(Low power mode disabled by +UPSV, Cyclic DRX = 2.56 s, USB not connected
Module registered with network)
Averaged current value, 27.0 mA
Cyclic DRX = 2.56 s, USB in use
2G Connected Mode Peak value at 1-slot GMSK Tx burst, Maximum 1.5 1.9 A
(Tx / Rx call enabled) 900 MHz band
Averaged value along 1-slot GMSK call, Minimum 50 mA
900 MHz band
Maximum 200 mA
Averaged value along 1-slot GMSK call, Minimum 50 mA
1800 MHz band
Maximum 150 mA
3G Connected Mode Averaged value along 3G call Minimum 200 mA
(Tx / Rx call enabled)
0 dBm 220 mA
12 dBm 300 mA
18 dBm 440 mA
Maximum 620 mA
LTE Connected Mode Averaged value along LTE-FDD call Minimum 250 mA
(Tx / Rx call enabled)
0 dBm 270 mA
12 dBm 320 mA
18 dBm 450 mA
Maximum 650 mA
Table 14: LARA-R6 series modules VCC current consumption

11
Typical values with a matched antenna
12
Maximum values with a mismatched antenna

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4.2.5 LTE RF characteristics

The LTE bands supported by each LARA-R6 module are defined in Table 3, while Table 15 describes
the transmitting and receiving frequencies for each LTE band according to 3GPP TS 36.521-1 [10].
Parameter Min. Max. Unit Remarks
Frequency range Uplink 663 698 MHz Module transmits
FDD band 71 (600 MHz)
Downlink 617 652 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 699 716 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 12 (700 MHz)
Downlink 729 746 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 777 787 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 13 (700 MHz)
Downlink 746 756 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 788 798 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 14 (700 MHz)
Downlink 758 768 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 703 748 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 28 (700 MHz)
Downlink 758 803 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 832 862 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 20 (800 MHz)
Downlink 791 821 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 814 849 MHz Module transmits
FDD band 26 (850 MHz)
Downlink 859 894 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 815 830 MHz Module transmits
FDD band 18 (850 MHz)
Downlink 860 875 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 830 845 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 19 (850 MHz)
Downlink 875 890 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 824 849 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 5 (850 MHz)
Downlink 869 894 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 880 915 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 8 (900 MHz)
Downlink 925 960 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1710 1755 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 4 (1700 MHz)
Downlink 2110 2155 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1710 1780 MHz Module transmits
FDD band 66 (1700 MHz)
Downlink 2110 2200 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1710 1785 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 3 (1800 MHz)
Downlink 1805 1880 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1850 1910 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 2 (1900 MHz)
Downlink 1930 1990 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1880 1920 MHz Module transmits
TDD Band 39 (1900 MHz)
Downlink 1880 1920 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1920 1980 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 1 (2100 MHz)
Downlink 2110 2170 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 2300 2400 MHz Module transmits
TDD Band 40 (2300 MHz)
Downlink 2300 2400 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 2570 2620 MHz Module transmits
TDD Band 38 (2600 MHz)
Downlink 2570 2620 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 2496 2690 MHz Module transmits
TDD Band 41 (2600 MHz)
Downlink 2496 2690 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 2500 2570 MHz Module transmits
FDD Band 7 (2600 MHz)
Downlink 2620 2690 MHz Module receives

Table 15: LTE operating RF frequency bands

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LARA-R6 series modules include a UE Power Class 3 LTE transmitter (see Table 3), with output power
and characteristics according to 3GPP TS 36.521-1 [10].
LARA-R6 series modules LTE receiver characteristics are compliant to 3GPP TS 36.521-1 [10], with
LTE conducted receiver sensitivity performance described in Table 16.
Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit Remarks
Receiver input sensitivity –105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 71 (600 MHz)
–100 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –110 dBm Channel bandwidth = 1.4 MHz
Band 12 (700 MHz)
–104 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
–101 dBm Channel bandwidth = 10 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 13 (700 MHz)
–102 dBm Channel bandwidth = 10 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 14 (700 MHz)
–102 dBm Channel bandwidth = 10 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –107 dBm Channel bandwidth = 3 MHz
Band 28 (700 MHz)
–105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
–99.0 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 20 (800 MHz)
–99.0 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –110 dBm Channel bandwidth = 1.4 MHz
Band 26 (850 MHz)
–105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
–100 dBm Channel bandwidth = 15 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 18 (850 MHz)
–101 dBm Channel bandwidth = 15 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 19 (850 MHz)
–100 dBm Channel bandwidth = 15 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –110 dBm Channel bandwidth = 1.4 MHz
Band 5 (850 MHz)
–105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
–102 dBm Channel bandwidth = 10 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –110 dBm Channel bandwidth = 1.4 MHz
Band 8 (900 MHz)
–105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
–102 dBm Channel bandwidth = 10 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –110 dBm Channel bandwidth = 1.4 MHz
Band 4 (1700 MHz)
–104 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
–99.0 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –109 dBm Channel bandwidth = 1.4 MHz
Band 66 (1700 MHz)
–104 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
–99.0 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –107 dBm Channel bandwidth = 1.4 MHz
Band 3 (1800 MHz)
–102 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
–96.5 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –110 dBm Channel bandwidth = 1.4 MHz
Band 2 (1900 MHz)
–104 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
–99.0 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz

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Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit Remarks

Receiver input sensitivity –104 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 1 (2100 MHz)
–99.0 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –102 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 7 (2600 MHz)
–97.5 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –105 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 39 (1900 MHz)
–100 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –104 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 40 (2300 MHz)
–98.5 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –103 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 38 (2600 MHz)
–98.0 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Receiver input sensitivity –103 dBm Channel bandwidth = 5 MHz
Band 41 (2600 MHz)
–97.5 dBm Channel bandwidth = 20 MHz
Condition: 50 , throughput > 95%, dual receiver, QPSK modulation, other settings as per clause 7.3 of 3GPP TS 36.521-1 [10]
Table 16: LTE receiver sensitivity performance

4.2.6 3G RF characteristics
The 3G bands supported by LARA-R6 series modules are defined in Table 3, while Table 17 describes
the transmitting and receiving frequencies for each 3G band according to 3GPP TS 34.121-1 [11].
Parameter Min. Max. Unit Remarks
Frequency range Uplink 824 849 MHz Module transmits
Band 5 (850 MHz)
Downlink 869 894 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 880 915 MHz Module transmits
Band 8 (900 MHz)
Downlink 925 960 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1850 1910 MHz Module transmits
Band 2 (1900 MHz)
Downlink 1930 1990 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1920 1980 MHz Module transmits
Band 1 (2100 MHz)
Downlink 2110 2170 MHz Module receives
Table 17: 3G operating RF frequency bands

LARA-R6 series modules include a UE Power Class 3 3G transmitter (see Table 3), with output power
and characteristics according to 3GPP TS 34.121-1 [11].
LARA-R6 series modules 3G receiver characteristics are compliant to 3GPP TS 34.121-1 [11], with 3G
conducted receiver sensitivity performance described in Table 18.
Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit Remarks
Receiver input sensitivity –115 dBm Downlink RF level for RMC @ BER < 0.1%
Band 5 (850 MHz)
Receiver input sensitivity –115 dBm Downlink RF level for RMC @ BER < 0.1%
Band 8 (900 MHz)
Receiver input sensitivity –114 dBm Downlink RF level for RMC @ BER < 0.1%
Band 2 (2100 MHz)
Receiver input sensitivity –114 dBm Downlink RF level for RMC @ BER < 0.1%
Band 1 (2100 MHz)
Condition: 50 , dual receiver, other settings as per clause 6.2 of 3GPP TS 34.121-1 [11]
Table 18: 3G receiver sensitivity performance

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4.2.7 2G RF characteristics
The 2G bands supported by LARA-R6 series modules are defined in Table 3, while Table 19 describes
Transmitting and Receiving frequencies for each 2G band according to 3GPP TS 51.010-1 [12].
Parameter Min Max Unit Remarks
Frequency range Uplink 824 849 MHz Module transmits
GSM 850
Downlink 869 894 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 880 915 MHz Module transmits
E-GSM 900
Downlink 925 960 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1710 1785 MHz Module transmits
DCS 1800
Downlink 1805 1880 MHz Module receives
Frequency range Uplink 1850 1910 MHz Module transmits
PCS 1900
Downlink 1930 1990 MHz Module receives

Table 19: 2G operating RF frequency bands

LARA-R6 series modules include a GMSK Power Class 4 transmitter for 850 / 900 MHz bands, GMSK
Power Class 1 transmitter for 1800 / 1900 MHz bands, 8-PSK Power Class E2 transmitter for all 2G
bands (see Table 3), with output power and characteristics according to 3GPP TS 51.010-1 [12].
LARA-R6 series modules 2G receiver characteristics are compliant to 3GPP TS 51.010-1 [12], with
conducted receiver sensitivity performance described in Table 20.
Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit Remarks
Receiver input sensitivity –110 dBm Downlink RF level @ BER Class II < 2.4%
E-GSM 850
Receiver input sensitivity –110 dBm Downlink RF level @ BER Class II < 2.4%
E-GSM 900
Receiver input sensitivity –109 dBm Downlink RF level @ BER Class II < 2.4%
E-GSM 1800
Receiver input sensitivity –109 dBm Downlink RF level @ BER Class II < 2.4%
DCS 1900
Condition: 50 , other settings as per clause 14.2.1 of 3GPP TS 51.010-1 [12]
Table 20: 2G receiver sensitivity performance

4.2.8 ANT_DET pin

Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Unit Remarks
Output DC current pulse value 35 µA Generated by means of the +UANTR AT command
Output DC current pulse time length 1160 µs Generated by means of the +UANTR AT command
Table 21: ANT_DET pin characteristics

4.2.9 PWR_ON pin

Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit Remarks
Internal supply for 1.8 V The PWR_ON input is pulled up to an internal voltage rail
PWR_ON Input Signal minus a diode drop: the voltage value present at PWR_ON
input pin is normally 0.8 V typical.
Low-level input -0.30 0.35 V
Pull-up resistance 150 200 250 k Internal active pull-up
Input leakage current -0.20 0.20 µA
PWR_ON low time 0.15 3.20 s Low time to trigger module switch on from power off mode
1.50 s Low time to trigger module graceful switch off

Table 22: PWR_ON pin characteristics

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4.2.10 RESET_N pin

Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit Remarks
Internal supply for 1.8 V
RESET_N Input Signal
Low-level input -0.30 0.63 V
Pull-up resistance 37 k Internal active pull-up
Input leakage current -0.20 0.20 µA
RESET_N low time 0.05 6 s Low time to trigger module reset (reboot)
10 s Low time to trigger module abrupt emergency switch off
Table 23: RESET_N pin characteristics

4.2.11 SIM pins

The SIM pins are a dedicated interface to the external SIM card/chip. The electrical characteristics
fulfill the regulatory specification requirements. The values in Table 24 are for information only.
Parameter Min. Typ. Max. Unit Remarks
Low-level input -0.30 0.2*VSIM V
High-level input 0.7*VSIM VSIM+0.3 V
Low-level output 0 0.4 V Max value at IOL = +2.0 mA
High-level output 0.8*VSIM VSIM V Max value at IOL = +2.0 mA
Internal pull-up resistor on SIM_IO 4.7 k Internal pull-up to VSIM supply
Input leakage current -2 2 µA VIN =0 V or VIN =VSIM
Clock frequency on SIM_CLK 4.8 MHz
Table 24: SIM pins characteristics

4.2.12 USB pins

USB data lines (USB_D+ / USB_D–) are compliant with the USB 2.0 high-speed specification. See the
Universal Serial Bus specification revision 2.0 [14] for detailed electrical characteristics. The values in
Table 25 related to USB 2.0 high-speed physical layer specifications are for information only.
Parameter Min. Typical Max. Unit Remarks

VUSB_DET pin, High-level input 1.50 5.00 5.25 V AT+UUSBDET=0 (factory-programmed setting)
4.40 5.00 5.25 V AT+UUSBDET=1
High-speed squelch detection threshold 100 150 mV
(input differential signal amplitude)
High speed disconnect detection threshold 525 625 mV
(input differential signal amplitude)
High-speed data signaling input –50 500 mV
common mode voltage range
High-speed idle output level –10 10 mV
High-speed data signaling output high level 360 440 mV
High-speed data signaling output low level –10 10 mV
Chirp J level (output differential voltage) 700 1100 mV
Chirp K level (output differential voltage) –900 –500 mV

Table 25: USB pins characteristics

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4.2.13 I2C pins

I2C lines (SCL and SDA) are compliant with the I2C-bus standard mode specification. See the I2C-bus
specification [15] for detailed electrical characteristics. The values in Table 26 related to I2C-bus
standard mode specifications are for information only.
Parameter Min Typical Max Unit Remarks
Internal supply for GDI domain 1.80 V Digital I/O Interfaces supply (V_INT)
Low-level input -0.30 0.00 0.63 V
High-level input 1.17 1.80 2.10 V
Low-level output 0.00 0.45 V Max value at IOL = +2.0 mA
Internal pull-up resistance 2.2 k
Input/output leakage current -1 1 µA VIN =0 V or VIN =1.8V
Clock frequency on SCL 100 kHz

Table 26: I2C pins characteristics

4.2.14 Generic Digital Interfaces pins

Parameter Min Typical Max Unit Remarks
Internal supply for GDI domain 1.80 V Digital I/O Interfaces supply (V_INT)
Low-level input -0.30 0.00 0.63 V
High-level input 1.17 1.80 2.10 V
Low-level output 0.00 0.45 V Max value at IOL = +2.0 mA
High-level output 1.35 1.80 V Min value at IOH = –2.0 mA
Input leakage current -1 1 µA VIN =0 V or VIN =1.8V
Internal pull-up /-down resistance 55 390 k
Table 27: GDI pins characteristics

[Link] AC characteristics of clock output pin (GPIO6)

Parameter Description Min Typical Max Unit Remarks
1/T1 GPIO6 clock output frequency 12.288 MHz AT+UMCLK=2

Table 28: AC characteristics of GPIO6 clock output pin

[Link] AC characteristics of I2S pins

I2S_WA

T1
I2S_CLK

T2
Figure 3: AC characteristics of digital audio interface (I2S) pins in Normal I2S mode (long synchronization signal), host role

Parameter Description Min Typical Max Unit Remarks

1/T1 I2S_WA synchronization signal frequency 16 kHz <I2S_sample_rate> = 3
1/T2 I2S_CLK bit clock frequency 32 1/T1 <I2S_mode> = 14
Table 29: AC characteristics of digital audio interface (I2S) pins in Normal I2S mode (long synchronization signal), host role

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I2S_WA

T1
I2S_CLK

T2
Figure 4: AC characteristics of digital audio interface (I2S) pins in PCM mode (short synchronization signal), host role

Parameter Description Min Typical Max Unit Remarks

1/T1 I2S_WA synchronization signal frequency 16 kHz <I2S_sample_rate> = 3
1/T2 I2S_CLK bit clock frequency 16 1/T1 <I2S_mode> = 30
Table 30: AC characteristics of digital audio interface (I2S) pins in PCM mode (short synchronization signal), host role

4.2.15 Smart temperature supervisor

Valid temperature range

Dangerous Warning Safe Warning Dangerous

area area area area area

t-2 t-1 t+1 t+2

Figure 5: Temperature range and limits

Symbol Parameter Temperature

t-2 Low temperature shutdown –40 °C

t-1 Low temperature warning –30 °C
t+1 High temperature warning +77 °C
t+2 High temperature shutdown +97 °C
Table 31: Thresholds definition for the “Smart temperature supervisor” feature on the LARA-R6 series modules

☞ The sensor measures the temperature inside the shield, that can differ from ambient temperature

4.3 Parameters for ATEX applications

This section provides useful parameters and information to integrate LARA-R6 series modules in
applications intended for use in areas with potentially explosive atmospheres (ATEX), describing:
• Total internal capacitance and inductance of LARA-R6 series modules (see Table 32)
• Maximum RF output power at the antenna pin of LARA-R6 series modules (see Table 33)

☞ Any specific applicable requirement for the implementation of the host apparatus integrating the
modules, intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres, must be fulfilled according to the
exact applicable standards: check the detailed requisites on the pertinent normative for the
application, as for example IEC 60079-0 [16], IEC 60079-11 [17], IEC 60079-26 [18] standards.
☞ The certification of the application device that integrates a LARA-R6 series module and the
compliance of the application device with all the applicable certification schemes, directives and
standards required for use in potentially explosive atmospheres are the sole responsibility of the
application device manufacturer.

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Table 32 describes the maximum total internal capacitance and the maximum total internal
inductance, considering internal parts tolerance, provided by LARA-R6 series modules.
Module Parameter Description Value Unit
LARA-R6001, Ci Maximum total internal capacitance 496 µF
LARA-R6001D
Li Maximum total internal inductance 9.8 µH
LARA-R6401, Ci Maximum total internal capacitance 493 µF
LARA-R6401D
Li Maximum total internal inductance 9.7 µH
LARA-R6801, Ci Maximum total internal capacitance 496 µF
LARA-R6801D
Li Maximum total internal inductance 9.7 µH
Table 32: LARA-R6 series maximum total internal capacitance and maximum total internal inductance

Table 33 describes the maximum RF output power transmitted by LARA-R6 series modules from the
primary antenna (ANT1) pin as Power Class 4 Mobile Stations for GSM 850 / E-GSM 900 bands and/or
as Power Class 3 User Equipment for the LTE / UMTS bands.
Module Parameter Description Value Unit
LARA-R6001, ANT1 Pout Maximum RF output power from ANT1 pin 33.5 dBm
LARA-R6001D
LARA-R6401, ANT1 Pout Maximum RF output power from ANT1 pin 24.0 dBm
LARA-R6401D
LARA-R6801, ANT1 Pout Maximum RF output power from ANT1 pin 33.5 dBm
LARA-R6801D
Table 33: LARA-R6 series antenna pin (ANT1) maximum RF output power

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5 Mechanical specifications
Pin 1
Indicator
K M1 M1 M2

K
Q
P F1 L
E
R
R

G
ANT2 pin
J
H
H
J
B H N

H
J
ANT1 pin
O G

E L
D G H J D
F2

Figure 6: LARA-R6 series dimensions (bottom and side views)

Parameter Description Typical Tolerance

A Module height [mm] 26.0 (1023.6 mil) +0.20/–0.20 (+7.9/–7.9 mil)
B Module width [mm] 24.0 (944.9 mil) +0.20/–0.20 (+7.9/–7.9 mil)
C Module thickness [mm] 2.6 (102.4 mil) +0.27/–0.17 (+10.6/–6.7 mil)
D Horizontal edge to lateral pin pitch [mm] 2.0 (78.7 mil) +0.20/-0.20 (+7.9/-7.9 mil)
E Vertical edge to lateral pin pitch [mm] 6.5 (255.9 mil) +0.20/-0.20 (+7.9/-7.9 mil)
F1 Edge to lateral pin pitch [mm] 1.05 (41.3 mil) +0.20/-0.20 (+7.9/-7.9 mil)
F2 Edge to lateral pin pitch [mm] 5.05 (198.8 mil) +0.20/-0.20 (+7.9/-7.9 mil)
G Lateral pin to pin pitch [mm] 1.1 (43.3 mil) +0.05/-0.05 (+2.0/-2.0 mil)
H Lateral pin height [mm] 0.8 (31.5 mil) +0.05/-0.05 (+2.0/-2.0 mil)
I Lateral pin width [mm] 1.5 (59.1 mil) +0.05/-0.05 (+2.0/-2.0 mil)
J Lateral pin to pin distance [mm] 0.3 (11.8 mil) +0.05/-0.05 (+2.0/-2.0 mil)
K Horizontal edge to central pin pitch [mm] 2.75 (108.3 mil) +0.20/-0.20 (+7.9/-7.9 mil)
L Vertical edge to central pin pitch [mm] 6.75 (265.7 mil) +0.20/-0.20 (+7.9/-7.9 mil)
M1 Central pin to pin horizontal pitch [mm] 1.8 (70.9 mil) +0.05/-0.05 (+2.0/-2.0 mil)
M2 Central pin to pin horizontal pitch [mm] 3.6 (141.7 mil) +0.05/-0.05 (+2.0/-2.0 mil)
N Central pin to pin vertical pitch [mm] 2.1 (82.7 mil) +0.05/-0.05 (+2.0/-2.0 mil)
O Central pin height and width [mm] 1.1 (43.3 mil) +0.05/-0.05 (+2.0/-2.0 mil)
P Horizontal edge to pin 1 indicator pitch [mm] 0.9 (35.4 mil) +0.20/-0.20 (+7.9/-7.9 mil)
Q Vertical edge to pin 1 indicator pitch [mm] 5.0 (196.8 mil) +0.20/-0.20 (+7.9/-7.9 mil)
R Pin 1 indicator height and width [mm] 0.6 (23.6 mil) +0.05/-0.05 (+2.0/-2.0 mil)
Weight Module weight [g] 4
Table 34: LARA-R6 series dimensions

☞ Module width tolerance +/–0.20 mm may be exceeded close to the corners of the PCB due to the
cutting process. In the worst case, the width could be +0.40 mm more than the typical value.

☞ For information regarding footprint and paste mask recommended for the application board
integrating the cellular module, see the system integration manual [2].

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6 Qualification and approvals

6.1 Reliability tests
Reliability tests for LARA-R6 series modules are executed according to u-blox qualification policy,
based on AEC-Q104 standard.

6.2 Approvals
LARA-R6 series modules comply with the Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and the
Council on the Restriction of Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (EU RoHS 2) and its amendment Directive (EU) 2015/863 (EU RoHS 3).
The LARA-R6 series modules are RoHS 3 compliant. No natural rubbers, hygroscopic materials, or
materials containing asbestos are employed.
Table 35 summarizes the main approvals achieved or planned for LARA-R6 series modules.
Certification scheme LARA-R6001 LARA-R6001D LARA-R6401 LARA-R6401D LARA-R6801 LARA-R6801D
GCF conformance ● ● ● ● ● ■
PTCRB conformance ● ● ● ●
CE (Europe) ● ● ● ■
UKCA (Great Britain) ● ● ● ■
FCC (United States) ● ● ● ●
FCC ID XPYUBX21BE01 XPYUBX21BE01 XPYUBX21BE02 XPYUBX21BE02

ISED (Canada) ● ● ● ●
ISED certification number 8595A-UBX21BE01 8595A-UBX21BE01 8595A-UBX21BE02 8595A-UBX21BE02

NCC (Taiwan) ● ● ● ■
ACMA RCM (Australia) ● ● ● ■
GITEKI (Japan) ● ● ● ■
ANATEL (Brazil) ■ ●
KC (South Korea) ●
AT&T ■ ● ● ●
FirstNet ● ●
Verizon ■ ■ ● ●
T-Mobile US ■ ■ ■
Deutsche Telekom ■
Telefonica ■
Telstra ■
NTT DoCoMo ■
SoftBank Mobile ■
KDDI ■

● = “00B” and “01B” product versions ■ = “01B” product versions

Table 35: LARA-R6 series main certification approvals summary

☞ The above listed certifications might not be available for all the different product type numbers.
Please contact the nearest u-blox office or sales representative for the complete list of
certification approvals available for the selected product ordering number.

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7 Product handling & soldering

7.1 Packaging
LARA-R6 series modules are delivered as hermetically sealed reeled tapes, to enable efficient
production, production lot set-up and tear-down.
For more information about packaging, see the u-blox package information user guide [4].

7.1.1 Reels
LARA-R6 series modules are deliverable in quantities of 150 pieces on a reel. The modules are
delivered using the reel type B2 described in the u-blox package information user guide [4].
Quantities of less than 150 pieces are also available. Contact u-blox for more information.

7.1.2 Tapes
Figure 7 shows the position and the orientation of LARA-R6 series modules as they are delivered on
the tape, while Figure 8 and Table 36 below specify the tape dimensions.

Pin 1 Sprocket hole

Feed direction

Figure 7: Orientation for LARA modules on tape

Figure 8: LARA-R6 series modules tape dimensions

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Parameter Typical value Tolerance Unit

A0 24.9 0.2 mm
B0 26.8 0.2 mm
K0 3.5 0.2 mm

Table 36: LARA-R6 series modules tape dimensions

☞ 10 sprocket hole pitch cumulative tolerance ± 0.2 mm.

☞ Pocket position relative to sprocket hole measured as true position of pocket, not pocket hole.
☞ A0 and B0 are measured on a plane at a distance “R” above the bottom of the pocket.

7.2 Moisture sensitivity levels

⚠ LARA-R6 series modules are Moisture Sensitive Devices (MSD) in accordance with the IPC/JEDEC
specification.
The Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) relates to the packaging and handling precautions required.
LARA-R6 series modules are rated at MSL level 4. For more information regarding moisture sensitivity
levels, labeling, storage and drying see the u-blox package information user guide [4].

☞ For the MSL standard, see IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020 (can be downloaded from [Link]).

7.3 Reflow soldering

Reflow profiles are to be selected according to u-blox recommendations (see the system integration
manual [2]).

⚠ Failure to observe these recommendations can result in severe damage to the device!

7.4 ESD precautions

⚠ LARA-R6 series modules contain highly sensitive electronic circuitry and are Electrostatic
Sensitive Devices (ESD). Handling LARA-R6 series modules without proper ESD protection may
destroy or damage them permanently.
LARA-R6 series modules are Electrostatic Sensitive Devices (ESD) and require special ESD
precautions typically applied to ESD sensitive components.
Table 9 details the maximum ESD ratings of the LARA-R6 series modules.
Proper ESD handling and packaging procedures must be applied throughout the processing, handling
and operation of any application that incorporates the LARA-R6 series module.
ESD precautions should be implemented on the application board where the module is mounted, as
described in the system integration manual [2].

⚠ Failure to observe these recommendations can result in severe damage to the device!

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8 Labeling and ordering information

8.1 Product labeling
The label of LARA-R6 series modules include important product information as described in Figure 9,
as the label includes: u-blox logo, production lot, Pb-free marking, product type number, IMEI number,
applicable regulatory certifications’ info, and production country.

Figure 9: Illustrative example of LARA-R6 series modules’ label

8.2 Explanation of codes

Three different product code formats are used. The Product Name is used in documentation such as
this data sheet and identifies all the u-blox products, independent of packaging and quality grade. The
Ordering Code includes options and quality, while the Type Number includes the hardware and
firmware versions. Table 37 details these 3 different formats:
Format Structure
Product name PPPP-TGVV(L)(HH)(F)
Ordering code PPPP-TGVV(L)(HH)(F)-MMQ
Type number PPPP-TGVV(L)(HH)(F)-MMQ-XX
Table 37: Product code formats

Table 38 explains the parts of the product code.

Code Meaning Example
PPPP Form factor LARA
TG Platform (technology and generation) R6
• Dominant technology: G: GSM; U: HSUPA; C: CDMA 1xRTT; N: NB-IoT (LTE Cat NB1/NB2);
R: LTE low data rate (Cat 1 and Cat M1); L: LTE high data rate (Cat 3 and above)
• Generation: 1…9
VV Variant function set based on the same platform: 00…99 40
(L) LTE category (optionally indicated): 6,4,3,1,M … 1
(HH) GNSS generation (indicated if supported): M8 = u-blox M8, M10 = u-blox M10, … M8
(F) Special features (optionally indicated): D = data only, S = secure cloud, … D
MM Major product version: 00…99 00
Q Product grade: B = professional, A = automotive B
XX Minor product version: 00…99 00
Table 38: Part identification code

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8.3 Ordering information

Ordering number Product
LARA-R6001-00B Global LTE FDD / TDD Cat 1 module with 3G and 2G fallback. Data and Voice product version.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6001-01B Global LTE FDD / TDD Cat 1 module with 3G and 2G fallback. Data and Voice product version.
Maintenance release.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6001D-00B Global LTE FDD / TDD Cat 1 module with 3G and 2G fallback. Data-only product version.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6001D-01B Global LTE FDD / TDD Cat 1 module with 3G and 2G fallback. Data-only product version.
Maintenance release.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6401-00B LTE FDD Cat 1 module for North America. Data and Voice product version.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6401-01B LTE FDD Cat 1 module for North America. Data and Voice product version.
Maintenance release.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6401D-00B LTE FDD Cat 1 module for North America. Data-only product version.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6401D-01B LTE FDD Cat 1 module for North America. Data and Voice product version.
Maintenance release.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6801-00B LTE FDD Cat 1 module with 3G and 2G fallback for multi-regional use. Data and Voice product version.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6801-01B LTE FDD Cat 1 module with 3G and 2G fallback for multi-regional use. Data and Voice product version.
Maintenance release.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
LARA-R6801D-01B LTE FDD Cat 1 module with 3G and 2G fallback for multi-regional use. Data-only product version.
26.0 x 24.0 x 2.6 mm, 150 pcs/reel
Table 39: Product ordering codes

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Appendix
A Glossary
Abbreviation Definition
2G 2nd Generation Cellular Technology (GSM, GPRS, EGPRS)
3G 3rd Generation Cellular Technology (UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA)
3GPP 3rd Generation Partnership Project
8-PSK 8 Phase-Shift Keying modulation
ACMA Australian Communications and Media Authority
ADC Analog to Digital Converter
ANATEL Agência Nacional de Telecomunicações - National Telecommunications Agency (Brazil)
APAC Asia-Pacific
AT AT Command Interpreter Software Subsystem, or attention
Cat Category
CE European Conformity
CSFB Circuit-Switched Fall-Back
DL Down-link (Reception)
DNS Domain Name System
DTLS Datagram Transport Layer Security
E2E End-to-End
EAL5+ Evaluation Assurance Level 5+
eDRX Extended Discontinuous Reception
EMEA Europe, the Middle East and Africa
ERS External Reset Input Signal
ESD Electrostatic Discharge
FCC Federal Communications Commission (United States)
FDD Frequency Division Duplexing
FOAT Firmware update Over AT commands
FOTA Firmware update Over The Air
FTP File Transfer Protocol
FW Firmware
GCF Global Certification Forum
GDI Generic Digital Interfaces (power domain)
GITEKI Gijutsu kijun tekigō shōmei - technical standard conformity certification (Japan)
GMSK Gaussian Minimum-Shift Keying modulation
GND Ground
GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System
GPIO General Purpose Input Output
HSDPA High Speed Downlink Packet Access
HSUPA High Speed Uplink Packet Access
HTTP HyperText Transfer Protocol
I2C Inter-Integrated Circuit Interface
I2S Inter-IC Sound Interface
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IMEI International Mobile Equipment Identity

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Abbreviation Definition
IMS IP Multimedia Subsystem
IP Internet Protocol
ISED Innovation, Science and Economic Development (Canada)
KC Korea Certification
KMS Key Management Service
LGA Land Grid Array
LPWA Low Power Wide Area
LTE Long Term Evolution
LWM2M Open Mobile Alliance Lightweight Machine-to-Machine protocol
MNO Mobile Network Operator
MQTT Message Queuing Telemetry Transport
MUX Multiplexer
N/A Not Applicable
NCC National Communications Commission (Taiwan)
PA Power Amplifier
PCB Printed Circuit Board
PD Pull-Down
PDP Packet Data Protocol
POS Power-On Input Signal
PMU Power Management Unit
PSM Power Saving Mode
PTCRB PCS Type Certification Review Board
PU Pull-Up
QPSK Quadrature Phase-Shift Keying modulation
RAT Radio Access Technology
RCM Regulatory Compliance Mark
REST API Representational State Transfer Application Programming Interface
RFC Request for Comments
RMC Reference Measurement Channel
RTC Real Time Clock
Rx Receiver
SIM Subscriber Identification Module
TCP Transmission Control Protocol
TDD Time Division Duplexing
TEE Trusted Execution Environment
TLS Transport Layer Security
Tx Transmitter
UART Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter serial interface
UDP User Datagram Protocol
uFOTA u-blox Firmware update Over The Air
UL Up-link (Transmission)
UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
USB Universal Serial Bus
VoLTE Voice over LTE

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Related documentation
[1] u-blox AT commands manual, UBX-21046719
[2] u-blox LARA-R6 series system integration manual, UBX-21010011
[3] u-blox Android RIL source code application note, UBX-13002041
[4] u-blox package information user guide, UBX-14001652
[5] u-blox LARA-R6 series application development guide, UBX-22001850
[6] u-blox GNSS implementation application note, UBX-13001849
[7] 3GPP TS 27.007 - AT command set for User Equipment (UE)
[8] 3GPP TS 27.005 - Use of Data Terminal Equipment - Data Circuit terminating Equipment (DTE
- DCE) interface for Short Message Service (SMS) and Cell Broadcast Service (CBS)
[9] 3GPP TS 27.010 - Terminal Equipment to User Equipment (TE-UE) multiplexer protocol
[10] 3GPP TS 36.521-1 - Evolved Universal Terrestrial Radio Access; User Equipment conformance
specification; radio transmission and reception; part 1: conformance testing
[11] 3GPP TS 34.121-1 - User Equipment conformance specification; radio transmission and
reception (FDD); part 1: conformance specification
[12] 3GPP TS 51.010-1 - Mobile Station conformance specification; part 1: conformance
specification
[13] ITU-T recommendation V24, 02-2000. List of definitions for interchange circuits between
Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) and Data Connection Equipment (DCE)
[14] Universal Serial Bus specification, revision 2.0, [Link]
[15] I2C-bus specification and user manual - UM10204 - NXP semiconductors,
[Link]
[16] IEC 60079-0 - Explosive atmospheres, part 0: equipment general requirements
[17] IEC 60079-11 - Explosive atmospheres, part 11: equipment protection by intrinsic safety 'i'
[18] IEC 60079-26 - Explosive atmospheres, part 26: equipment with EPL Ga

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Revision history
Revision Date Name Comments

R01 29-Apr-2021 sses Initial release

R02 21-Dec-2021 sses / psca Added LARA-R6001D and LARA-R6401D data-only product variants.
Updated LARA-R6001 and LARA-R6401 product status.
Added current consumption and sensitivity values.
Revised supported features. Updated VUSB_DET characteristics.
Minor other editorial changes, corrections, and clarifications.
R03 18-Jan-2022 lpah Updated disclosure restriction to C1-Public
R04 18-Feb-2022 sses Updated LARA-R6001D and LARA-R6401D product status.
Added reboot feature for RESET_N input. Clarifications in USB description.
Added smart temperature supervisor details. Added features for GPIOs.
Added parameters for ATEX applications.
Minor other figures and clarifications added.
R05 21-Feb-2022 sses Corrected position of a pad in mechanical description. Corrected ESD ratings.
R06 20-Apr-2022 sses Updated LARA-R6001D product status.
Added antenna dynamic tuner description. Added thermal parameters.
Added clock output characteristics. Added AC characteristics of I2S pins.
Added reels and tapes description. Revised certification info.
Minor data and descriptions revised or added.
R07 11-May-2022 sses Updated LARA-R6001, LARA-R6401 and LARA-R6801 product status.
Minor data and descriptions added.
R08 08-Jul-2022 sses Updated LARA-R6401D product status.
Minor editorial changes and clarifications added.
R09 18-Aug-2022 sses Updated LARA-R6001, LARA-R6401 and LARA-R6801 product status.
Minor clarifications added.
R10 09-Feb-2023 sses Extended document applicability to type numbers
LARA-R6001-00B-01, LARA-R6001-01B-00, LARA-R6001D-00B-01, LARA-
R6001D-01B-00, LARA-R6401-00B-01, LARA-R6401-01B-00, LARA-R6401D-
00B-01, LARA-R6401D-01B-00, LARA-R6801-00B-01, LARA-R6801-01B-00
and LARA-R6801D-01B-00.
Revised module dimension tolerance remark.
Minor other editorial changes and clarifications added.

Contact
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Address: Zürcherstrasse 68
8800 Thalwil
Switzerland
For further support and contact information, visit us at [Link]/support.

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