Gprs Module - Libelium Waspmote Technical Manual

16. GPRS module

Waspmote can integrate a GSM (Global System for Mobile communications) / GPRS (General Packet Radio Service)
module to enable communication using the mobile telephone network.
Model: SIM900 (SIMCom)
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Quadband: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
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TX power: 2 W (Class 4) 850/900 MHz, 1 W (Class 1) 1800/1900 MHz
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Sensitivity: -109 dBm
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Antenna connector: U.FL
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External antenna: 0 dBi
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Figure: GPRS module
This module can carry out the following tasks:
Making/Receiving calls
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Making 'x'-second lost calls
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Sending/Receiving SMS
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Single connection and multiple connections TCP/IP and UDP/IP clients
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TCP/IP server
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HTTP service
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FTP service (downloading and uploading files)
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This model uses the UART1 at a baudrate of 57600 bps speed to communicate with the microcontroller.
Related API libraries: WaspGPRS_Pro.h, WaspGPRS_Pro.cpp , WaspGPRS_Pro_core.h and WaspGPRS_Pro_core.
cpp
All information about their programming and operation can be found in the
All the documentation is located in the
Note: A rechargeable battery must be always connected when using this module (USB power supply is not enough).
Development section in the Libelium website.
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GPRS module
GPRS Programming Guide.
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