Quectel BG770A-SN satellite communication module

Quectel Wireless Solutions has launched the Quectel BG770A-SN ultra-compact 5G-ready satellite communication module. Compliant with 3GPP Releases 13, 14 and 17, the module supports the LTE NB1 and NB2 bands as well as non-terrestrial networks (NTN) over narrowband-IoT (NB-IoT). The module’s ultra-low power consumption helps minimise energy usage and is achieved through enabling power saving mode (PSM) and extended idle mode Discontinuous Reception (e-I-DRX).

Suitable for a range of applications including transportation, energy, maritime, heavy industry and agriculture, the module is dual mode, supporting both NTN & TN and featuring GNSS for positioning functionality. The module also supports iSIM.

With the compact SMT form factor of 14.9 x 12.9 x 1.9 mm, the module is suitable for use cases such as wireless point of sale devices (POS), smart metering, tracking and wearable devices. Designed for use in global markets, the module offers worldwide coverage utilising the GEO satellite constellation. In addition, the module offers the Integrated Security Elements (ISE) feature which supports comprehensive security. The module is also designed to operate in an extended temperature range from -40 to +85 °C.

Further benefits include the module’s slim profile in an LGA package and its rich set of interfaces. The module also supports download of firmware over the air (DFOTA) and offers rapid time to market due to a wide library of reference designs, evaluation tools and Quectel’s technical support. Combined, these help to minimise time and effort spent on device design and development.

In addition, the module also features a dedicated YECN028AA antenna, developed for the BG770A-SN. The external 5G/NTN antenna covers 5G NR Sub-6GHz frequency bands, compatible with 4G/3G/2G/LPWA bands and NTN bands. With its high efficiency and gain, this omni-directional antenna provides a solution for facilitating high-speed data transmission.