Waveshare Cat-1/GNSS HAT for Raspberry Pi Based On SIM7670G Module

Waveshare Cat1/GNSS HAT for Raspberry Pi Based On SIM7670G Module is a compact communication expansion board that integrates LTE Cat1, GSM, GPRS, EDGE, and GNSS positioning functions. With downlink speeds up to 10 Mbps and uplink speeds up to 5 Mbps, it provides reliable mobile connectivity for Raspberry Pi and other development platforms. The module supports Windows/Linux operating systems and multiple protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP(s), MQTT(s), FTP(s), and SSL, making it suitable for IoT applications including remote monitoring, POS systems, industrial routers, diagnostics, and satellite positioning. Its size matches the SIM7000/SIM7070 series, and AT commands are largely compatible with the SIM7600 series, ensuring smooth integration and development.

Features

• Standard Raspberry Pi 40PIN GPIO extension header, compatible with Raspberry Pi series boards
• Supports secure communication protocols: TCP/IP, HTTP(s), MQTT(s), FTP(s), SSL
• Provides essential functions: dialup, telephone calls, SMS messaging
• Supports LBS base station positioning for approximate location via mobile networks
• Robust GNSS positioning with GPS, BeiDou, and GLONASS support
• Features TTS (TexttoSpeech) capability for Chinese and English text
• Onboard USB interface for AT command testing, network communication, and debugging
• Onboard audio jack for sound recording, telephone calls, and TTS output
• Breakout control pins for easy connection to host boards such as Arduino/STM32
• SIM card slot compatible with 1.8V / 3V SIM cards
• Two LED indicators for monitoring operating status
• Includes development resources and manual with examples for Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, Arduino, and STM32

Specifications

Applications

• IoT Remote Monitoring Collect and transmit sensor data (temperature, humidity, energy usage, etc.) via LTE Cat1 or GSM/GPRS, enabling realtime monitoring of smart homes, industrial equipment, or agricultural systems.

• Fleet and Asset Tracking Use integrated GNSS (GPS/BeiDou/GLONASS) and LBS positioning to track vehicles, logistics assets, or mobile devices, ensuring accurate location reporting and route optimization.

• POS and Smart Payment Systems Provide stable mobile connectivity for pointofsale terminals, vending machines, or kiosks, supporting secure transactions over 4G Cat1 networks.

• Industrial Routers and Gateways Integrate into industrial routers or gateways for backup connectivity and remote diagnostics, ensuring reliable communication in areas with limited broadband access.

• Remote Diagnostics and Control Enable remote device management and troubleshooting by transmitting logs, alerts, and performance data to cloud platforms.

Part List

• SIM7670G Cat-1/GNSS HAT x1
• USB-A to USB-C cable x1
• GPS Antenna x1
• LTE Antenna x1
• 220PIN female pinheader x1
• USB 3.0 Adapter x1
• USB 2.0 Adapter x1
• Screws pack x1

Standard Raspberry Pi 40PIN GPIO

Compatible with Raspberry Pi series boards

Note: for reference only, please refer to the Package Content for detailed part list

Multi Band support of LTE Cat-1/2G

Multi Band and Multi regions Support, mainly applicable in Europe, Southeast Asia, West Asia, Africa, China, South Korea

Note: Please confirm the supported bands according to your local service provider

Dial-up on Windows/Linux

LTE Cat-1:up to 5Mbps (uplink) / up to 10Mbps (downlink)
EDGE:up to 236.8Kbps (uplink / downlink)
GPRS:up to 85.6Kbps (uplink / downlink)

GNSS positioning

Supports GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS positioning

Cloud Communication

Supports communication protocols including TCP/IP, HTTP(s), MQTT(s), FTP(s), and SSL

Telephone call & SMS Support

Making telephone call or sending SMS by AT commands, with onboard audio jack

Pinout definition

Application Example

Provides multiple networking demos with Waveshare.cloud, using the lightweight MQTT protocol to achieve data visualization service

Waveshare.cloud Support

Provides tutorial and demo for quick start of smart IoT solutions, with large-screen Data Visualization display to meet various application scenarios

Smart garden solutions:
The A7670E Cat-1/GNSS HAT can report various sensor data of the garden through MQTT to remotely control device ON/OFF, irrigation, fertilization, and so on.

Server Performance Cloud Monitoring:
The A7670E Cat-1/GNSS HAT can report various performance parameters of the Raspberry Pi server through MQTT, and monitor the operation status in real-time through the cloud platform.

IoT GPS Mobile Positioning:
The A7670E Cat-1/GNSS HAT can regularly report the data of the GPS positioning module through MQTT to realize mobile detection, animal or device positioning and tracking, etc.

Outline Dimensions

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