Cinterion,
the global leader in cellular machine-to-machine (M2M) communication
modules, today announced that its HC28-J
module earned approval by NTTDoCoMo, the largest mobile network operator
in Japan. The latest HC28
variant, the “J” version, provides the UMTS/HSDPA frequency bands 800
and 2100 MHz to ensure optimal reception even in rural areas of the
NTTDoCoMo network. Cinterion’s M2M
Advanced Family, now including HC28, HC28-J, HC25 and EU3 modules,
further strengthens Cinterion’s penetration in the Japanese market while
providing international customers the opportunity to deploy one design
globally.
“Our HC28 products were optimized for the unique technology requirements
of Japanese wireless networks and allow our customers who conduct
business in Japan to design high-quality, durable M2M applications,”
said Norbert
Muhrer, CEO and president, Cinterion. “The Japanese M2M market is
thriving, especially through the increased adoption of high-bandwidth
applications. Our latest advanced communication modules will help
integrators and end users alike improve their business operations with
intelligent and cost-saving M2M technology.”
Cinterion’s HC28 modules enable fast, high-bandwidth cellular data
transmissions needed for sophisticated M2M applications including
metering and smart grid, video surveillance and security, tracking and
tracing, industrial PDAs, gateways, fleet management and much more. The
HC28 modules offer full-featured functionality including voice and
high-speed data capability up to 3.6 Mbps for downloads, global roaming,
onboard GPS, a RIL/NDIS/USB driver for Microsoft® Windows
Mobile™-based devices and USB 2.0 full-speed industrial interface - all
connected via a rugged board-to-board connector. These features, along
with carrier certification, full type approval including R&TTE, GCF,
FCC, PTCRB and the required Japanese certifications, JATE and TELEC,
give manufacturers an opportunity to develop new devices and solutions
for the Japanese market very quickly and at a low cost of ownership.
For more information about Cinterion’s HC28-J module, please visit: www.cinterion.com/hc28.
About Cinterion
Cinterion is the worldwide leading supplier of cellular
machine-to-machine (M2M) communication modules and combines unparalleled
M2M engineering expertise and localized worldwide customer support with
a strong portfolio of high-quality GSM, GPRS, EDGE, UMTS and HSPA
products. Cinterion is a reliable partner and valued by many vertical
market customers for its award-winning modules which enable machines,
equipment and vehicles to communicate over wireless networks helping
enterprises dramatically cut costs and increase productivity and
efficiency. Cinterion products are carrier and FTA approved and used for
industries including: healthcare; automotive and eToll; metering; remote
maintenance and control; payment systems; routers and gateways; security
systems; tracking and tracing; environmental monitoring and more.
Cinterion is part of the Gemalto group (Euronext NL 0000400653 GTO), the
world leader in digital security with 2009 annual revenues of €1.65
billion, and over 10,000 employees operating out of 75 offices, with
research and service centers in 41 countries.
For more information, please visit: www.cinterion.com.
