Cinterion® BGS12
IoT Wireless Module
Secure Global 2G Connectivity with a Seamless Path to 5G
Cinterion® BGS12 IoT Wireless Module
Secure Global 2G Connectivity with a Seamless Path to 5G
The Cinterion® BGS12 IoT Wireless Module delivers
reliable global 2G GSM/GPRS to connect and protect
applications today while supporting easy migration to 5G
in the future. The latest 2G chipset enables efficient data
speeds up to 86 kbps for downlink and uplink making the
BGS12 IoT module ideal for long life solutions such as
metering, tracking and tracing and remote maintenance
and control.
data. Customer manufacturing support services simplify
the device test method (RF TX Wave Generation / RX Power
Measurement) and provide a simplified set-up for
customer manufacturing processes.
Industrial Family Benefits
Key Features
The Cinterion BGS12 IoT module comes as Quad-Band
GSM (850, 900, 1800, 1900MHz) and GPRS class 12 for
global connectivity The module’s optimized power supply
design and advanced power management system extends
battery life and improves Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
An embedded IP stack with IPv4 support provides Internet
service that is protected by an advanced security concept
including TLS/DTLS support and jamming detection. A
dual SIM with smart switching technology securely
manages the connection to cellular networks and encrypts
Secure Global 2G
Connectivity with a
Seamless Path to 5G
The Cinterion BGS12 IoT wireless module is part of
Gemalto’s Cinterion Industrial family, which offers
reliability, M2M-optimized features and extreme efficiency
for a range of cellular standards from 2G to 3G to LTE Cat.
1, LTE-M, NB-IoT and other 5G categories. All Industrial
modules share a compatible footprint enabling seamless
backward and forward migration to protect your IoT
investment as technology needs change. Smart module
variants with embedded systems powered by Java and
Linux improve design simplicity and TCO.
Complemented by Gemalto’s comprehensive suite of
solutions, services and platforms, enterprises can easily
Connect, Secure and Monetize™ IoT technology.
Enhanced Security Concept
Advanced TLS/DTLS support for IP based services and
sophisticated encryption secure data shared between device
and cloud service. RLS monitoring detects and defends
against jamming attacks, triggering preventive actions to
secure the device.
Multi Design Capability
18.8 mm
27.6 mm
The industry proven BGS12 IoT module footprint, based on LGA
technology, ensures full compatibility within the product family,
offering seamless migration from 2G to 5G with a single design.
This ensures future-proofing and investment protection for the
long life of IoT applications.
IoT Advanced Power Saving
In addition to standard 3GPP power saving capabilities, the
module’s state of the art power management system reduces
energy consumption and optimizes battery usage. Optimized
power management helps to improve overall TCO.
Cinterion® BGS12 Features
GENERAL FEATURES
> 3GPP R99 Compliant Protocol Stack
> Quad-Band GSM (850, 900, 1800, 1900MHz)
> GPRS multi-slot class 12
> C
ontrol via standardized and extended AT
commands (Hayes, TS 27.007 and 27.005)
> I nternet Services TCP/UDP server/client, HTTP
client, FTP client, DNS, IMCP
> S
IM Application Toolkit, letter classes C,
E with BIP support
> LGA pad soldering mount, MSL4
> Supply voltage range: 3.3 - 4.5 V
> Embedded IP stack with IPv4 support
> Dimension: 27.6 x 18.8 x 2.7 mm
> T
CP/IP stack access via AT command and
transparent TCP/ UDP services
> Weight: approx. 2.29 g
> Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIAL FEATURES
> GPRS class 12 data rates
> RLS Monitoring (Jamming detection)
> D
L: max.85.6 kbps, UL: max 85.6kbps Mobile
Station Class B
> Dual SIM with smart network switching
> PPP-Stack for GPRS data transfer
> Real-time clock with alarm functionality
> H
igh-quality voice support for the handset and
hands-free operation
> Firmware update via serial interface
> Supplementary services & USSD support
> Informal Network Scan
> Multiplexer according to 3GPP TS 27.010
> SMS text and PDU mode, Cell broadcast
> C
ustomer Manufacturing Test Support (RF TX
Wave Generation / RX Power Measurement)
INTERFACES (LGA PADS)
> UICC and U/SIM card interface 1.8V / 3V
> Power Supply
> F
ast- Shutdown by hardware signal and
AT command
> Pad for GSM Antenna
> D
igital I2S and Analog Audio Interface with
microphone feeding
> 2 High-speed serial interfaces (ASC0, ASC1)
> S
erial interface, including automatic
baud rate detection(8-wire)
> S
witch-on by Hardware signal ON, Switch-off by
AT command; Automatic switch-off in case of
critical temperature and voltage conditions.
> Reset by hardware signal
> Orderly shutdown and reset by AT command
> 6
GPIO lines shared with an I2C interface,
Network-Status- Indication, PWM functionality,
Jamming-Indication
DRIVERS
APPROVALS
> M
UX driver for Windows® 7 / Windows® 8 /
Windows® 10 / Windows mobile®
> RED, GCF, CE, FCC, PTCRB, UL, IC
> EuP, RoHS, China RoHS and REACH compliant
Connect. Secure. Monetize.™
Gemalto’s complementary offering of solutions, services and solid identity
management helps enterprises unleash the power of the IoT, providing a solid
foundation of Trust based on three key pillars:
> Connect. The backbone of any IoT solution, Cinterion M2M Modules, SIM/MIMs,
Terminals and secure services provide future-proof, reliable connectivity for all
vertical market IoT solutions.
> Secure. Gemalto’s end-to-end security solutions protect device s, the network
and the cloud while managing the entire application lifecycle.
For more information, please visit www.gemalto.com/iot, developer.gemalto.com,
blog.gemalto.com, or follow @gemaltoIoT on twitter.
GEMALTO.COM/IOT
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> Monetize. Our agile Sentinel monetization solutions enable innovative business
models and new revenue streams through embedded licensing, while the
secure device-to-cloud platform speeds time to market.