SIM7000 Shield only works when plugged in to PC

userHead ATTester 2022-07-20 15:56:08 1791 Views2 Replies

We are trying to communicate with the SIM7000E shield module from a CubeCell HTCC-AB01 board via SoftwareSerial.

SIM7000E shield is connected to 12V.

CubeCell is connected to PC via USB.

CubeCell & SIM7000E shield grounds are connected.

CubeCell Rx is connected to SIM7000 Rx through a voltage divider due to the difference of logic level voltages between them.

 

The CubeCell is constantly sending the AT command “AT” and waiting for a response. The command seems to be sent without any problems, but no response is ever received.

However, if I connect the SIM7000E shield's USB to the PC the CubeCell start receiving the AT commands responses. When I disconnect the cable the CubeCell stops receiving again.

 

This is very odd behaviour. Any help on shedding some light on the issue is very much welcomed.

 

Thank you.

2023-02-03 21:55:08

Also check the voltage and current ratings of your power supply. You can check the voltage with a multimeter to be sure. 

userHeadPic bidrohini.bidrohini
2023-02-02 12:06:11

Hi

Sorry, SIM7000E shield do not support CubeCell HTCC-AB01 board officailly, it could be an driver issue.

Arduino UNO, Leonardo and Mega are recommended to work with this module.

Hope it can help.

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