GSM/GPRS module simplifies design

September 2007 Fieldbus & Industrial Networking

Telit Wireless Solutions recently unveiled the newest addition to its GE product family, the GE863-PRO3 module. Equipped with two powerful microprocessors, this quad-band module is suited for a wide range of applications requiring high processing power. With the same form factor as the compact GE863, tried-and-tested BGA mounting technology and an integrated memory for software applications, the GE863-PRO3 also offers significant cost benefits for the development and production of complex machine-to-machine (M2M) solutions. The module will be available during the fourth quarter 2007.

Thanks to its integrated ARM9 processor, software applications can take full control of the CPU, while the GPRS-based band processor handles time-critical communication tasks. The module can be programmed in Python and C++ programming languages.

"With the GE863-PRO3, Telit becomes the first M2M supplier to offer a dual core concept with independent processors for communication operations and customer realtime applications. This is a crucial advantage over comparable rival products where all applications run on a single CPU," says Dominikus Hierl, president of Telit Wireless Solutions.

The powerful ARM9 processor enables control of realtime applications that require up to 200 MIPS. The Telit GE863-PRO3 is therefore ideally suited to applications requiring high processing power such as point-of-sale terminals, fleet management systems and multimode automated meter reading (AMR) applications.

With its external dimensions of just 41 x 31 x 3,6 mm, the GE863-PRO3 is particularly suitable for applications where a compact form is important.

Fast upgrades and interfaces

Thanks to its integrated FOTA (firmware over the air) solution, the GE863-PRO3 offers the benefits of remote software updates. This function enables system integrators and developers to ensure that the firmware of the product can be upgraded with the latest enhancements and features.

In addition to wireless installation of firmware upgrades, the module also features the following interfaces: SPI, IIC, SD/MMC and USB, allowing reliable connectivity with peripheral hardware or software such as a camera, keyboard, display, WiFi, Bluetooth or ZigBee.

For more information contact Jacqui Saul, RF Design, +27 (0)21 555 8400, [email protected], www.rfdesign.co.za

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