u/TRASH_CAN_404

Hey guys,

I have a SIM808 module, an ESP32, and a 3.7V 2500mAh LiPo battery.

My wiring is:

TXD → GPIO16
RXD → GPIO17
VMCU → 3.3V
GND → GND

LiPo+ → SIM808 Battery +
LiPo- → SIM808 Battery -

With this setup, when I press POWKEY the LEDs turn on and I can successfully send AT commands and receive OK.

However, as soon as I insert the SIM card, the LEDs turn on briefly and then shut off immediately.

What could I be missing? Is this a power issue, capacitor issue, or something related to current draw when the SIM registers to the network?

u/TRASH_CAN_404 — 6 days ago
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Module GSM/GPS SIM808L

Hey guys,

I have a SIM808 module, an ESP32, and a 3.7V 2500mAh LiPo battery.

My wiring is:

TXD → GPIO16
RXD → GPIO17
VMCU → 3.3V
GND → GND

LiPo+ → SIM808 Battery +
LiPo- → SIM808 Battery -

With this setup, when I press POWKEY the LEDs turn on and I can successfully send AT commands and receive OK.

However, as soon as I insert the SIM card, the LEDs turn on briefly and then shut off immediately.

What could I be missing?

u/TRASH_CAN_404 — 6 days ago