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Supports 5G/4G/3G

- Integrates extensive network protocols, with multi drivers and software support, compatible with different OS including Windows / Linux / Android
- USB 3.1 port (USB 2.0 compatible) for connecting to PC, Raspberry Pi, or Jetson Nano host board to enable high speed 5G communication
- Standard M.2 B KEY slot, compatible with different 5G modules: RM500U-CN / RM500Q-GL / RM500Q-AE / RM502Q-AE series
- Onboard UART, PWR, and RST control pin, built-in voltage level translator, enabled via DIP switch, for use with hosts like Raspberry Pi or Arduino
- Onboard USB-C connector, enabled via switch, for connecting standalone power supply for the module, allows more loads, stable amd flexible power supply
- Onboard power supply on/off switch, reset button and LED indicator, easy to turn on/off the module or monitor the operating status
- 2x SIM card slot, dual card single standby, switchable via AT command
- High efficiency power supply circuit, up to 3A output current
Compatible with RM500U-CN, RM500Q-GL, RM500Q-AE,RM502Q-AE series modules
5G Sub-6 | RM500U-CN | RM500Q-GL | RM500Q-AE | RM502Q-AE | |
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Region / Provider | China | Global (except US) | Global (except China) | Global (except China) | |
Operating temperature | -30 °C ~ +75 °C | -30 °C ~ +70 °C | |||
Extension temperature | -40 °C ~ +85 °C | ||||
Dimensions | 30.0 × 52.0 × 2.3 (mm) | ||||
Weight | 8.9 (g) | 8.7 (g) | |||
Power supply | 3.3~4.4 V, typical 3.7 V | 3.135~4.4 V, typical 3.7 V | |||
Power consumption | 90 μA @ shutdown 3.7 mA @ hibernate TBD @ USB 2.0, idle TBD @ USB 3.0, idle |
70 μA @ shutdown 4.0 mA @ hibernate 32 mA @ USB 2.0, idle 54 mA @ USB 3.0, idle |
80 μA @ shutdown 4.2 mA @ hibernate 39 mA @ USB 2.0, idle 54.5 mA @ USB 3.0, idle |
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Frequency band | |||||
5G | 5G NR NSA | n41, n78, n79 | n41, n77, n78, n79 | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48*, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79 | |
5G NR SA | n1, n28, n41, n77, n78, n79 | n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n28, n38, n40, n41, n48*, n66, n71, n77, n78, n79 | |||
LTE | LTE-FDD | B1, B2, B3, B5, B7, B8, B20, B28 | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B7, B8, B12(B17), B13, B14, B18, B19, B20, B25, B26, B28, B29, B30, B32, B66, B71 | ||
LTE-TDD | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41 | B34, B38, B39, B40, B41, B42, B43, B48 | |||
LAA | - | B46 | |||
UMTS | WCDMA | B1, B2, B5, B8 | B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6, B8, B19 | ||
GNSS | - | GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou (Compass) / Galileo | |||
Data rate | |||||
5G SA Sub-6 | downlink 2 Gbps; uplink 1 Gbps |
downlink 2.1 Gbps; uplink 900 Mbps |
downlink 2.1 Gbps; uplink 450 Mbps |
downlink 4.2 Gbps; uplink 450 Mbps |
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5G NSA Sub-6 | downlink 2.2 Gbps; uplink 575 Mbps |
downlink 2.5 Gbps; uplink 600/650 Mbps |
downlink 2.5 Gbps; uplink 650 Mbps |
downlink 5 Gbps; uplink 650 Mbps |
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LTE | downlink 600 Mbps; uplink 150 Mbps |
downlink 1.0 Gbps; uplink 200 Mbps |
downlink 1.0 Gbps; uplink 200 Mbps |
downlink 2 Gbps; uplink 200 Mbps |
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UMTS | downlink 42.2 Mbps; uplink 11 Mbps |
downlink 42 Mbps; uplink 5.76 Mbps |
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* means developing/planning/processing |
Support 5G NSA (4G and 5G co-networking) and SA (5G separate networking)
Support 4G/3G Internet

* the frequency band diagram above is for reference only, please confirm the supported bands according to your local service provider.
supports Windows / Linux / Android...
Just plug it into USB port, go through some simple configuration, the high speed 5G network connection will be ready to use

for Windows PC or Jetson Nano series, use a USB cable
for Raspberry Pi 4B/3B+, or CM4-IO-BASE-A/B, use the purpose-made USB adapter


supports GPS, Beidou, Glonass, Galileo

compatible with Raspberry Pi series and Jetson Nano, stackable design for more HATs

better heat dissipation for both Raspberry Pi and the 5G module

Multiple installation methods, convenient for various application such as industry

* The case is optional, please choose a proper option before placing order

5G Wireless Router
Combined with OpenWrt, turns the Raspberry Pi into a 5G wireless router, providing WiFi hotspot for smartphones to easily access the 5G Network.

5G Live Streaming
While mounting an additional camera, it is able to do live streaming on webpage or live platform through ffmpeg video stream.



Quick Overview
RM500x / RM502x 5G HAT
- OPTIONS Protection case kit x1
- M.2 TO 4G/5G HAT x1
- OPTIONS 5G Module x1
- Antenna 4pcs x1
- IPEX adapter cable 4pcs x1
- OPTIONS GNSS antenna x1
* This antenna is NOT included in the RM500U-CN kit which has no GNSS function - 2*20PIN pin header x1
- OPTIONS 5V 3A Type-C power adapter x1
- Dual plug USB3.0 cable x1
- USB3.0 adapter x1
- USB2.0 adapter x1
- SMA protective cap 4pcs x1
- Screws pack x1

PI4-CASE-4G-5G-M.2
- Metal case
- Rail slider x1
- Fixed Iron sheets x2
- Screws pack x1
