Telit GE864-GPS quad band module

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Telit has introduced the GE864-GPS, the quad band module that is claimed to be the smallest and most efficient GSM/GPRS M2M module available with embedded GPS receiver in a BGA form factor.

The combined solution is suitable for integrated positioning solutions in motor vehicle, tracking or security applications requiring 2G network connectivity.

The device shares the identical form factor and is pin-to-pin compatible with the company’s GE864 family, making it the smallest GSM/GPRS module available with full 48-channels A-GPS functionality.

It combines the performance of the GSM/GPRS core technology with the latest SiRFstarIV high-sensitivity, single-chip, A-GPS receiver.

The assisted GPS receiver features an optimised power management function that allows it to maintain hot start capability at minimal energy consumption, offering a position resolution accuracy of less than 2.5 m.

It supports satellite-based augmentation systems, such as WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS and GAGAN. With a dedicated power supply circuit, the GPS chipset can work independently from the GSM chipset and still operate when the cellular part is in power-saving mode or switched off.

The GPS receiver is equipped with a flash-based memory, so the firmware can be upgraded. The ultra-small, ball-grid-array package allows the end application to have a low profile. Since connectors are eliminated, the cost is significantly reduced as compared to conventional mounting technologies. Additional features include jamming detection, integrated TCP/IP protocol stack and Easy Scan.

The modules support over-the-air firmware update by Premium FOTA Management. By embedding RedBend’s vCurrent agent, the company can update its products by transmitting only a delta file, which represents the difference between one firmware version and another.

FOTA service is available for the GSM firmware and will be available in the future for the GPS firmware as well.