Our “Dedicated Vertical” Modules meet the very specific requirements of the market they address. The Automotive Modules meet the automotive industry’s rigorous quality standards, the highest on the market, and offer special features to satisfy this unique industry’s demands. They provide, for example, antenna diagnostic, a robust antenna connector and SIM access profile.

Our Tracking Modules most prominent feature is the onboard GPS receiver. The integrated GPS tracking service allows the location of objects, vehicles or persons making these modules optimised for fleet management and vehicle recovery systems.

Automotive Modules

Rough environments that reach temperatures of up to 85°C are child’s play for the AC75, one of three products described as rugged. And there are even more features which makes these modules predestined for applications demanding special qualities: The modules meet all relevant quality standards used in the automotive sector like the VDA standard for voice transmission. In addition, they were developed in accordance with TS16949. In addition they are developed according to TS16949. They are provided with antenna diagnostic, a robust SMP antenna connector and they feature SIM access profile (SAP). Siemens offers different modules for this market: The Java™ based Quad-Band modules AC65 and AC75, the latter featuring the EDGE data-transmission standard, and the Dual-Band GPRS module AC45.

Wireless Module AC75i / AC65i

Highest Reliability and Quality for Automotive Applications

The AC75i / AC65i represent the 6th generation of dedicated automotive modules offering advanced telematic features and are prepared to meet the requirements of the European eCall initiative. Both products are fully type approved including local network provider approvals creating a perfect basis for applications like toll collect, telematics, fleet management as well as emergency call, breakdown or roadside assistance.

General features

Quad-Band GSM 850/900/1800/1900 MHz
EDGE (E-GPRS) multi-slot class 12 (AC75i)
GPRS multi-slot class 12
GSM release 99
Output power:
- Class 4 (2W) for EGSM850
- Class 4 (2W) for EGSM900
- Class 1 (1W) for GSM1800
- Class 1 (1W) for GSM1900
Control via AT commands
(Hayes 3GPP TS 27.007 and 27.005)
SIM Application Toolkit (release 99)
TCP/IP stack access via AT commands
Internet Services: TCP, UDP, HTTP, FTP, SMTP, POP3
Supply voltage range: 3.2 ... 4.5 V
Improved power-saving modes
Charging control for Lithium batteries
Temperature range -40°C to +85°C
- Protection switch off
Dimensions: 33.9 x 45 x 4.0 mm
Weight: approx. 8.5 g

We'll also give you comprehensive support regarding product design, spanning everything from the initial design stage and Java™ technology right up to product approval.