Qualcomm 9205S Modem
A comprehensive modem solution that connects devices between different networks to provide coverage for terrestrial and non-terrestrial IoT applications.
The Qualcomm 9205S allows devices to easily and seamlessly connect between cellular and satellite networks, making it ideal for IoT applications that require hybrid mobility solutions. It follows 3GPP Release 17 standards for ubiquitous global 5G coverage, unlocking IoT use cases and improving asset tracking visibility. Options to integrate the Qualcomm Aware™ Platform and/or use a Qualcomm certified NTN antenna provide further insight and reliability across complex environments.
Highlights
- Seamless, ubiquitous connectivity: Connect IoT devices with seamless coverage between cellular and satellite networks globally.
- Proven, trusted platform: Accelerate device development using a satellite connectivity solution built on a proven, trusted platform.
- Easily established connectivity: Simplify IoT device setup with an easy-to-connect 5G IoT-NTN solution that doesn't require specific device orientation to establish and maintain connectivity.
- 3GPP Release 17 standard-based solution: Employ satellite connectivity solutions that work with any satellite network globally using the 3GPP Rel.17 5G IoT-NTN protocol.
- Compatible with Qualcomm certified NTN antennas: Accelerate integration and increase reliability of satellite connections in complex environments, including indoors.
Target Applications
- Seamless shipping container tracking through connectivity between land and waters
- Freight, railway cargo, and fleet management
- Agricultural and farming equipment management
- Mining equipment management
- Real-time monitoring of exotic and farm animal tags
Features
- Leverages best-in-class Qualcomm connectivity solutions for seamless coverage between cellular and satellite networks using just one modem.
- Satellite connectivity protocol based on 3GPP Release 17 standards (GEO/GSO only) allows for ubiquitous coverage.
- Integrated GNSS to provide location for 5G IoT-NTN connectivity.
- Low-power wide area (CAT-M/NB-IoT) support with 2G for terrestrial network connectivity and seamless mobility.
- Ideally suited for hybrid use case applications requiring mobility between terrestrial and satellite networks, including asset tracking and real-time monitoring.
- Built on the trusted Qualcomm 9205 platform used reliably across a range of IoT applications.
- Uses virtually the same physical dimensions as the Qualcomm 9205 for straightforward equipment replacements.
- Small 60mm x 60mm reference card provides flexibility to design form factors for various IoT applications.
- Highly capable applications processor and peripheral support to enable different hub type use cases.
- Can be attached to any host (MCU) as a peripheral to provide satellite connectivity.
- No need to orient devices in a particular way beyond line of sight to establish and maintain connectivity.
- Works with any GEO/GSO satellite network using the 3GPP Rel.17 5G IoT-NTN protocol globally.
Ordering Information
| Product | Qualcomm Part Numbers |
|---|---|
| MDM9205S | MDM9205S-0 |
| PME9205 | PME9205-0 |
| SDR105 | SDR105-0 |
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Block Diagram Description
The Qualcomm 9205S modem integrates several key components:
- Core Processor: Arm® Cortex®-A7 Processor, operating at up to 800 MHz.
- Connectivity: Cellular Modem-RF, supporting various LTE and EGPRS bands, and Satellite Systems (GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, GPS).
- RF Components: Includes RF capabilities for cellular and satellite communication.
- Battery Management: Monitors and manages battery power.
- Power Management: Handles power supply and voltage regulation (Supply Voltage Range: 2.4 V to 4.8 V).
- Security Features: Includes Secure Boot, Qualcomm® Trusted Execution Environment (TEE), Hardware-based Crypto Engine, Secure file system, and Secure debug.
- Software Options: Features ThreadX OS and LTE IoT SDK.
- Interfaces: Supports PWM, USB 2.0, SPI (Master only), ADC, HS-UART, GPIO.
- Universal Serial Bus (USB): Compliant with USB 2.0 specification.
- Operating Temperature Range: -40 °C to 85 °C.
- Contributing Chipsets:
- Baseband: Qualcomm 9205S
- Radio Transceiver and Front-End: SDR105
- Audio Codec: WCD9306 (Optional)
- Power Management IC (PMIC): PME9205
- Battery Charger: SMB2316
