The SIMCom SIM968 is a compact module designed for low-power applications that require global connectivity. It supports a wide range of wireless bands and network standards, making it highly versatile and suitable for various IoT applications.
The SIM968 module supports 2G (GSM/GPRS), 3G (UMTS/HSPA), and 4G (LTE) network technologies, enabling seamless connectivity in both urban and rural areas. It covers a broad spectrum of frequency bands, including GSM (850/900/1800/1900 MHz), UMTS (850/900/1900/2100 MHz), and LTE (B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20).
Some of the key features of the SIMCom SIM968 module include its low power consumption, which ensures extended battery life for connected devices. It also offers GPS functionality, enabling accurate positioning and navigation. The module supports voice and data communication, allowing for both voice calls and data transfer over various networks.
Another notable feature is the SIM968's compact size, which makes it suitable for integration into small and portable devices. Additionally, it supports various interfaces, including UART, USB, and GPIO, facilitating easy integration with existing systems.
Overall, the SIMCom SIM968 module offers a comprehensive solution for global connectivity in low-power IoT applications, with its support for multiple wireless bands, network standards, and key features such as low power consumption, GPS functionality, voice and data communication, compact size, and various interfaces.
General features
•Quad-Band GSM 850/900/18001900MHz •GPRS multi-slot class 10 •GPRS mobile station class B •Compliant to GSM phase 2/2+ -Class 4 (2 W @ 850/900 MHz) -Class 1 (1 W @ 1800/1900MHz) •Control via AT commands (3GPP TS 27.007 and SIMCom enhanced AT Commands) •SIM application toolkit •Supply voltage range: -VBAT: 3.2 ~ 4.8 -V-GPS: 2.8 ~ 4.3V -VCHG: 5V •Low power consumption •Dimensions: 30*30*3.0mm •Weight: 5.3g •Operation temperature:-40℃ to +85 ℃
Specifications for SMS via GSM / GPRS
•Point-to-point MO and MT •SMS cell broadcast •Text and PDU mode
Specifications for audio
•Tricodec -Half rate (HR) -Full rate (FR) -Enhanced Full rate (EFR) •Hands-free operation •Echo cancellation
Specifications for data transfer
•GPRS class 8/10: max. 85.6 kbps (downlink) •PBCCH support •Coding schemes CS 1, 2, 3, 4 •PPP-stack •Integrated TCP/IP stack
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Specifications for CSD data
•CSD up to 14.4 kbps •USSD •Non transparent mode
Compatibility
•AT cellular command interface
Specification for GNSS
•Support GPS/GLONASS/Galileo/QZSS •Support EASYTM self-generated orbit prediction •Support EPOTM orbit prediction •Support SBAS ranging (WAAS, EGNOS, GAGAN, MSAS) •Support Jamming Removing •Integrated Low-noise amplifier •Receiver type 33tracking/99 acquisition-channel GNSS receiver •Max. update rate: 10Hz •Sensitivity Tracking: -167 dBm Reacquisition: -160 dBm Cold starts: -148 dBm •Time-To-First-Fix Cold start: 28s Warm start: 26s Hot start: <1s EPO Assist: 13s(CTTFF) •Accuracy Automatic Position3: <2.5m CEP Speed: 0.1m/s
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Interfaces
• 80-pad with SMT type •one Interface for external SIM card :3V/ 1.8V •two analog audio interfaces •SPI interface •RTC backup •a serial interface and a debug interface for GSM/GPRS • two serial interfaces for GNSS •charge input |