BG2 Overview
Wireless Module BG2: The M2M essentials re-invented
The Cinterion BG2 wireless module is the latest generation of 2G products
offering full voice capabilities and high speed GPRS data transmission and
is your all-rounder of choice for machine-to-machine including metering,
security, vending, POS, and many more applications.
The innovative and integrated antenna connection together with a highly
flexible mounting concept allowing screwless mounting reduces significantly
the total cost of ownership (TCO) at customers application. This module packs
a Quad-Band GSM/GPRS baseband and TCP/IP connectivity based on GPRS
Class 10 data transmission into a compact form factor. BG2 supports industrial
interfacessuch as two serial interfaces, 10 GPIO’s, as well as I2C and is already prepared for Component SIM. Alongside highest reliability and quality the BG2
offers an easy start for M2M market entrants and comes along in two flavors as
Quad-Band with GPRS Class 10 (BG2-W) and Dual-Band version with GPRS Class 8
(BG2-E). Like all Cinterion modules, the BG2 comes with full type approval (FTA)
enabling use across the globe. It has even been certified by the largest carriers
worldwide, including US operators.
BG2 Details
The key features of the BG2 at a glance:
- Quad-Band 2G (BG2-W)
- GPRS class 10/8
DL: max. 85.6 kbps,
UL: max. 42.8 kbps (BG2-W)
UL: max. 21.4 kbps (BG2-E) - Full Voice Support
- TCP / UDP stack; transparent TCP
- 8 GPIO‘s, I2C interface, ADC / DAC interface
- 60 pin B2B connector
- RF-Connect via B2B connector for cost effective applications
- Mounting by solderable pins - no screws, no spacer
- Highly compact size
- Extended operating temperature range: -40° to +85°C
- Component SIM prepared