The first-ever 4G expansion board for Raspberry Pi Pico has been released on Kickstarter, ending the wait for Kickstarter and technology fans. You can now connect to the internet at a very high speed, increasing the efficiency of your equipment. We know how excited you are about the Pico 4G, so we won't keep you waiting any longer. Let's get started.
The module EG25-G, which is an LTE category 4 module in an LGA form factor of 29.0mm x 32.0mm x 2.4mm and meets the 3GPP Release 11 standard, is used in the Raspberry Pi Pico 4G Expansion. It works with Quectel's UMTS/HSPA+ UC20 and UC200T modules, as well as multi-mode LTE Standard EC2x (EC25, EC21, EC20, EC20 R2.0 and EC20 R2.1) and EG21-G modules, allowing for easy migration.
Powerful Quectel EG25-G
The Quectel EG25-G is a Cat 4 LTE module designed for M2M and IoT applications. It uses 3GPP Rel. 11 LTE technology to give data rates of 150Mbps downlink and 50Mbps uplink. The EG25-G is compatible with Quectel's UMTS/HSPA+ UC20 module and multi-mode LTE EC2x (EC25, EC21, EC20, EC20 R2.0, and EC20 R2.1) modules, allowing for easy design and manufacturing migration.
The EG25-G is backwards compatible with existing EDGE and GSM/GPRS networks, allowing it to connect even in places where 4G or 3G service is unavailable.
Qualcomm® IZatTM location technology Gen8C Lite is supported by the EG25-G (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS). The integrated GNSS makes product design more easier, as well as providing faster, more accurate, and more dependable placement.
A large number of Internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces, and numerous features (USB serial drivers for Windows). 7/8/8.1/10, Linux, Android/eCall*) broaden the module's applicability to a variety of M2M and IoT applications.
Industrial routers, industrial PDAs, rugged tablet PCs, video surveillance, and digital signage are just a few examples.
Benefits
- LTE Cat 4 module optimized for M2M and IoT applications
- Worldwide LTE, UMTS/HSPA+ and GSM/GPRS/EDGE coverage
- Multi-constellation GNSS receiver available for applications
- requiring fast and accurate fixes in any environment
- Feature refinements: supports DFOTA*, eCall* and DTMF*
- MIMO technology meets demands for data rate and link
- reliability in modem wireless communication systems
High Internet Speed
Under LTE, the module can give maximum downlink rates of 150Mbps and uplink rates of 50Mbps, while backward compatibility with current 2G networks ensures connectivity even in locations where 3G or 4G coverage is not available. Furthermore, multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) technology meets data rate and link dependability requirements.
Product Design and GNSS
The Qualcomm® IZatTM location technology Gen8C Lite (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou/Compass, Galileo, and QZSS) is supported by the EG25-G, and the optional multi-constellation GNSS receiver simplifies product design while providing faster, more accurate, and more dependable placement.
Supports Wide Range of Internet Protocols
The module can serve a wide range of IoT applications, including industrial routers, industrial PDAs, rugged tablet PCs, and digital signage, thanks to a wide range of internet protocols, industry-standard interfaces, and functionalities (such as USB serial drivers for Windows 7/8/8.1/10, Linux, Android).
Necessity of 4G
The 4G module has quickly established itself as one of the most popular products on the market. Many people are putting their money into the development of smart devices to make their lives easier. Pico 4G expansion is a gadget that combines efficiency and power in a single unit. It can be used in conjunction with GNSS (GPS/GLONASS/BDS) technology for satellite navigation. You may connect the Raspberry Pi Pico 4G Expansion to any other module using the UART, USB2.0, GPIO, and other interfaces.
Enhancement of Technology with Pico 4G Expansion
There is a large community of Raspberry Pi Pico users who wish to improve the world with their fantastic inventions and devices. We recognise the urgency of the situation, which is why we developed Pico 4G Expansion, a cutting-edge communication solution with low power consumption. The Internet of Things (IoT) has gained popularity as a result of its numerous uses and outputs. Pico 4G Expansion will assist users in constructing a system that will improve the level of technology, making the world's future brighter.
Key Features
- Worldwide LTE, UMTS/HSPA+ and GSM/GPRS/EDGE coverage
- Supports MIMO
- Supports DFOTA and DTMF
- Multi-constellation GNSS receiver available
- USB 2.0 high-speed interface
You are welcome to include this powerful tool into your product and share your work with us. If you have any suggestions for improvements to Pico 4G Expansion, please leave a comment below.
