THALES ELS61 Wireless Module LTE Cat 1 with 2G / 3G Fallback Optimized User Guide

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Cinterion® ELS61 Wireless Module
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LTE Cat 1 with 2G / 3G fallback Optimized for M2M IoT Solutions

Cinterion® ELS61 Wireless Module
Delivering LTE Cat 1 connectivity with 2G / 3G fallback

ELS61

| Five Band LTE Cat 1| | Java
TM
embedded
---|---|---|---
| Tri Band 3G HSPA Dual Band
2G GSM| | RLS Monitoring (Jamming Detection)
| USB 2.0 High Speed compatible| | Multi Design Capability (LGA)
| Embedded TCP/IP Stack| | Cell ID for On-Demand Positioning
| Incremental Firmware Update| | High-quality voice support

Thales Cinterion ® ELS61 wireless module delivers highly efficient Cat 1 LTE connectivity for M2M IoT solutions offering seamless fallback to 2G and 3G networks. The best in the class solution enables M2M optimized speeds of 10Mbit/s download and 5Mbit/s uplink making it ideal for the vast number of M2M and industrial IoT applications that are not dependent on speed but that requires the longevity of LTE networks, while still providing 3G and 2G connectivity to ensure complete population and geographic coverage as LTE rolls out. Applications well suited to the ELS61 solution include metering, tracking and tracing, remote surveillance, connected signs, fleet management, and mHealth solutions.
The Cinterion ELS61 module comes with a Java ® embedded virtual machine leveraging a powerful ARM11 architecture which allows device manufacturers to utilize the massive to reduce complexity and speed application integration. The latest Java ME 3.2 client runtime platform reduces total cost of ownership (TCO) and time to market by sharing internal resources such as memory, a large existing codebase, and proven software building blocks. The module uses Multi MIDlet Java execution to simultaneously host and run multiple applications and protocols.
An extended security concept with the latest TLS/SSL engine provides secure and reliable TCP/IP connectivity.
Sophisticated sandbox modeling and layered architectures simplify device management and allow simultaneous progress of network operator approvals and application code development for a shorter time to market.
A growing family of M2M-optimized LTE modules shares the same footprint as other Cinterion industrial modules enabling easy forward and backward migration from a single hardware design. Cinterion LTE Cat.1 module delivers long product lifespans up to seven years, efficient bandwidth and power utilization plus a feature set that meets the rigorous requirements of M2M IoT solutions including extended operating temperatures from -40°C to 85°C. All Cinterion M2M modules come with global customer support, Full Type Approval (FTA), and local network operator certifications to ensure easy integration and a fast time to market for innovative solutions.
The Cinterion ELS61 Cat.1 solution provides a dependable connectivity platform with the support needed for a fast time to market and a value you can trust.

LTE Cat 1 Optimized for M2M IoT Solutions

Future proof and support for multi-designs

Sharing a common footprint with existing Thales 2G, 3G and4G modules, the unique form factor of ELS61 supports easy migration between existing wireless standards. In addition, the footprint matches forthcoming lower category LTE modules such as LTE Cat.M1 standards.

Java TM
Java offers easy and fast application development, a broad choice of tools, high code reusability, easy maintenance, a proven security concept, on-device debugging as well as multi-threading programming and program execution.

BIP (Bearer Independent Protocol)

BIP enables remote SIM provisioning according to the latest GSMA’s embedded SIM specifications as well as over-the-air subscription management of eUICCs for the lifetime of M2M devices. This enables remote management of MNO subscriptions when device downership changes or when the device is moved to another geographical location. In addition, ELS61 fully supports Thales On- Demand Connectivity solutions including On-Demand Provisioning Service for the secure remote download of MNO subscription profiles into embedded SIMs.

Thales M2M Support includes:

• Personal design-in consulting for hardware and software
• Extensive RF test capabilities
• GCF/PTCRB conform pretests to validate approval readiness
• Regular training workshops Local engineers, a competent helpdesk, a dedicated team of R&D specialists and an advanced development center are the hallmarks of our leading support offer.

Cinterion®ELS61 Features

General Features

• LTE (FDD) 3GPP Rel.9 Compliant Protocol Stack, RX-Diversity

• Regional Variants
  ELS61-E: Penta-Band LTE: Bands 1, 3, 8, 20, 28 (700, 800,900, 1800, 2100 MHz), Dual-Band UMTS/HSPA+: Bands 8, 1 (900, 2100 MHz), Dual-Band GSM 900 and 1800 MHz
  ELS61-US/USA : Quad-Band LTE: Bands 2, 4, 5, 12 (700, 850,1700/2100 (AWS) and 1900 MHz), Tri-Band UMTS: Bands 5, 4, 2 (WCDMA/FDD 850, 1700/2100 (AWS) and 1900 MHz)
  ELS61-AUS: Quad-Band LTE: Bands 3, 5, 8, 28 (1800, 850,900, 700 MHz), Tri-Band UMTS: Bands 1, 5, 8 (WCDMA/FDD 2100, 850, 900 MHz)

• SIM Application Toolkit, letter classes b, c, e with BIP and RunAT support

• Control via standardized and extended ATcommands (Hayes, TS 27.007 and 27.005)

• Embedded IP stack with IPv4/IPv6 support

• TCP/IP stack access via AT command and transparent TCP/UDP services

• Secure Connection with TLS

• Internet Services TCP/UDP server/client, DNS, Ping, HTTP, SMTP, FTP client

• LGA pad soldering mount, MSL4

• Supply voltage range: 3.0 – 4.5 V

• Dimension: 27.6 x 25.4 x 2.2 mm

• Weight: 4g

• Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C

Specifications

• LTE Cat. 1
  DL: max. 10.2 Mbps, UL: max. 5.2 Mbps

• HSPA+ Cat.8 (ELS61-US/USA) data rates DL: max. 7.2 Mbps, UL: max. 5.76 Mbps

• GPRS Class 12 (ELS61-E)
  DL: max. 85.6 kbps, UL: max 85.6 kbps

• SMS text and PDU mode support

• VoLTE4 or CSFB 4,5

• Integrated TTY 4,5

Special Features

• USB Interface features a composite mode, compliant to Windows, Linux and Mac
• Firmware update via USB and ASC
• Incremental firmware update over-the-air
• High-Quality Voice for handset and handfree operation 4,5
• Customer IMEI/SIM-Lock as variant
• Multiplexer according 3GPP TS 27.010
• Real time clock with alarm functionality
• RLS Monitoring (Jamming detection)
• Informal Network Scan

Java Open Platform

• Java™ ME 3.2 embedded
• Multi-Threading programming and Multi-Application execution
• 18 MB RAM and 31 MB Flash File System
• Secure data transmission with HTTPS/SSL

Interfaces (LGA Pads)

• Power Supply
• Pads for RX-Diversity Antenna
• USB 2.0 HS interface up to 480 Mbps
• High speed serial modem interface ASC0
• 16 GPIO lines shared with DSR, DTR, DCD (all ASC0), ASC1 (RXD, TXD, RTS, CTS), SPI, Fast-Shutdown, Network-Status-Indication, PWM, Pulse-Counter lines
• ADC and I2C interface
• UICC and U/SIM card interface 1.8V / 3V
• Lines for Module-On and Reset

Drivers

• USB, MUX driver for Microsoft® Windows 7TM and Microsoft ® Windows 10TM
• RIL Driver for Android versions KitKat (V4.x) and Lollipop (V5.x)
• RIL, USB driver for Microsoft®Windows Embedded Handheld™ >= 6.x

Approvals

• CE, R&TTE, GCF, PTCRB, IC, UL
• EuP, RoHS, REACH compliant
• AT&T 2,4 , Telstra and other local approvals and provider certifications

2. ELS61-US only | 4 ) ELS61-USA only | 5 ) ELS61-E Thales in IoT:

Thales in IoT:

Driving digital transformation with the power of the IoT

Thales delivers innovative IoT technology that simplifies and speeds enterprise digital transformation. For more than 20 years, our customers – in a wide range of industries – trust our IoT solutions to seamlessly connect and secure their IoT devices, maximise field insights, and accelerate their global business success.

Thales solutions:

• Connect assets to wireless networks and cloud platforms
• Manage the long lifecycle of IoT solutions
• Secure devices and their data
• Analyse real-time data transforming it into business intelligence that improves decision making
  Our 360° approach provides the essential building blocks needed to simplify design, streamline development and accelerate timeto-market.
  For more information, please visit www.thalesgroup.com/IoT or follow @ThalesIoT on Twitter

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References

• IoT Solutions for 2021 (Connectivity & Security)
• IoT Solutions for 2023 (Connectivity & Security)

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