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EM7690 Cat-20 LTE-Advanced Pro Module

Future-proof your devices with a 3GPP Rel-15 compliant global module with up to 2 Gbps download speed

The EM7690 module is part of the EM Series offering global deployments with approvals from multiple NAM, EMEA, and APAC carriers. Supporting USB 3.1 and PCIe gen 3 single lane interfaces, the EM7690 offers an easy upgrade path to next-generation cellular technologies and global access to LTE-Advanced Pro high speed cellular networks.

This Cat-20 embedded module delivers up to 2 Gbps downlink and 211 Mbps uplink high speed connectivity. With automatic 3G fallback network and integrated GNSS receiver (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo satellite systems supported), the EM7690 is ideal for a wide range of industrial M2M and mobile computing solutions.

Air Interface:
4G LTE Cat-20 with 3G fallback
Region:
Global
Carrier:
AT&T (FirstNet),Verizon,NTT Docomo,T-Mobile
Planned Carrier:
Telstra

CBRS

Certified by the FCC for CBRS private networks to provide reliability, security, flexibility, and cost savings

Global

Worldwide coverage on a single module with industry and mobile network certifications to get you to market faster

Onboard SIM

Embedded SIM to simplify and add flexibility to IoT deployments. Carrier profile, M2M eUICC, and consumer eUICC are available based on customer use case

Location Services

GNSS receiver enables tracking and location-based services with dual L1 and L5 bands for increased accuracy

Enhanced Coverage

Dual SIM single standby (DSSS) switches between networks quickly to stay connected

Secure Boot

Prevent unauthorized code on the target to keep your connectivity secure

Industrial-Grade

Tested for harsh environments and extreme temperatures

Specifications

4G LTE
Category
Cat-20
Frequency Bands
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12, B13, B14, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B46, B48, B66, B71
3G
HSPA+
B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8, B9
Data Speed
Peak Download Rate
2Gbps
Peak Upload Rate
211Mbps
Location Services
Satellite Systems
Galileo, Glonass, GPS, Beidou (Bands: L1 and L5)
Embedded Software
Firmware
Secure boot, Pre-certified firmware
System Drivers
Windows® 10, Linux, Android RIL
INTERFACES
USB
USB 3.1
PCIe
PCIe generation 3 (or 2), 1 lane
HARDWARE
Dimensions
30x52x2.38mm
Temperature Range
-30°C / +70°C, -40°C / +85°C
APPROVALS
Carrier
AT&T (FirstNet), NTT Docomo, T-Mobile, Verizon
Planned Carrier
Telstra
Regulatory
FCC, GCF, IC, PTCRB, EU RED, JATE/Telec
EMBEDDED SIM
EMBEDDED SIM
Onboard eUICC (Planned)
CONNECTIVITY
CONNECTIVITY
Consumer and M2M eUICC

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