5G module for IoT/eMBB applications

25 November 2020 Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT

Quectel’s RM510Q is a 5G module that is specially optimised for IoT/eMBB (Internet of Things/enhanced Mobile Broadband ) applications. Adopting 3GPP Release 15, it supports both 5G NSA and SA modes. Designed in the M.2 form factor, the device is easy to embed into customers’ applications.

The global version covers nearly all of the main operators worldwide. The module supports Qualcomm; IZat location technology Gen8C Lite (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and Galileo). The integrated GNSS receiver greatly simplifies the product design, and also provides quicker, more accurate and more dependable positioning capability.

A rich set of Internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces and abundant functionality (USB and PCIe drivers for the operating systems Windows 7/8/8.1/10, Linux and Android) extend the applicability of the module to a wide range of M2M and IoT applications, such as industrial router, home gateway, CPE, industrial laptop, consumer laptop, industrial PDA, rugged tablet PC, video surveillance, digital signage, etc.

The RM510Q’s key benefits:

• 5G/4G/3G multi-mode module with M.2 form factor, optimised for IoT and eMBB applications.

• Worldwide 5G and LTE-A coverage.

• Both NSA and SA modes supported.

• Multi-constellation GNSS receiver available for applications requiring fast and accurate fixes in any environment.

• Feature refinements: DFOTA and VoLTE (optional).