Basic Information about Telit GPRS Modules
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Chris Cowper
What Are GPRS Modules?
A GSM/GPRS module is a wireless modem that works with a GSM/GPRS wireless network. A wireless modem behaves like a dial-up modem. The main difference between them is that a dial-up modem sends and receives data through a fixed telephone line while a wireless modem sends and receives data through radio waves. What sorts of product contain GPRS Modules? Remote monitoring devices, Asset tracking solutions, Vending machines, Smart metering, anything that requires machine to machine communications. When might I need think about using a GPRS Module in my project? When a fixed telephone line is not possible, when you want 2 bits of technology to communicate. Are GPRS Modules suitable for M2M applications? GPRS Modules are perfect for M2M applications How do you add a GPRS Module? GPRS modules have different mounting options, Molex Connector, BGA, LCC to name a few. Are GPRS Modules difficult to configure? GPRS Modules software and backend will differ depending on application but initial set up is very easy and are driven by AT commands. Do GPRS Modules integrate with other technologies? GPRS Modules integrate with many different technologies, GPS, WiFi, Bluetooth What other parts might I need to think about to accompany a GPRS Module? Antennas, SIM Cards, Cables Are GPRS Modules cost effective? GPRS modules costs have reduced significantly over the last 2-3 years with a module costing no more than 25 Are GPRS Modules efficient? GPRS Modules are very efficient using very small amounts of data to send a message. Do GPRS Modules come with SIM cards? No, GPRS Modules do not come with SIM cards, these need to be brought separately. Can I get support for GPRS Modules? Yes, we offer full technical support for GPRS Modules that we have sold. Why should I choose a Telit GPRS module? Telit are now the No1 Wireless module manufacturer in Euroupe and offer a complete range of solutions, GPRS/3G/GPRS and GPS combined in a range of mounting options. Sequoia are Telits No1 distributor in the UK Are Telit GPRS Modules reliable? Yes! Telit GPRS Modules are very reliable which is why Telit GPRS Modules are so popular. Are their limitations on the compatibility of Telit GPRS Modules? No! The portfolio of products allows us to support any M2M applications
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Basic Information about Telit GPRS Modules