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Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield V2

(56 customer reviews)

$39.00

This is a handy interface bridge between Mini PCIe 3G/4G/LTE modules and Raspberry Pi. You can easily insert a Mini PCIe module in this shield then start using high-speed cellular internet with your Raspberry Pi. You also need to get a UC20 Mini PCle 3G Module or EC25 Mini PCle 4G/LTE Module and Antennas to make this product works.

Notice: There is an updated version available: Sixfab Base HAT

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Description

Replacement: Sixfab Base HAT. The new version of this board has better circuitry with the “HAT features” and includes programmable user LED and button.

Adding ultra-fast cellular internet communication features to your Raspberry Pi has never been easier until you get this shield. This is a handy interface bridge between Mini PCIe 3G/4G/LTE modules and Raspberry Pi. You can easily insert a Mini PCIe module in this shield then start using cellular internet with your Raspberry Pi. Both UART and USB communication with modules is available.

It can be used as an LTE modem or dongle. If you’re looking for a Raspberry Pi LTE HAT for applications like Raspberry Pi video streaming or high-speed data transferring, this Sixfab Base Shield is here to help. Making a remote controllable LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot, high-speed GPS tracking, VoIP, more and more use case is possible with his add-on board.

Depends on your region and data rate need, you can choose an LTE module from a variety of options are available in the market from different cellular module vendors. The full list of the compatible modules mentioned below. For global 3G coverage, we suggest Quectel UC20 3G Module, and for high-speed LTE connection, we suggest Quectel EC25 LTE Module, are available at Sixfab right now.

Features

  1. Fully compatible with Raspberry Pi models that have the 40-pin GPIO header (4, 3, 2, B+, A+, Zero)
  2. Easy-to-use, simple setup, plug-and-play
  3. Clip-in Mini PCIe socket compatible with worldwide LTE, UMTS/HSPA+ and GSM/GPRS/EDGE coverage with regional or global modules which work with different frequencies&carriers
  4. With the 4G/LTE Module(e.g Quectel EC25) you can reach 150Mbps downlink and 50Mbps uplink data rates. And the 3G Module( e.g Quectel UC20) delivers the maximum data rate of 14.4Mbps downlink and 5.76Mbps uplink.
  5. Micro SIM Card socket can easily reachable on the upside of the shield.
  6. Can be used standalone with PC/Laptop over micro USB, without stacking with Raspberry Pi.
  7. The shield can be powered from an external 5V source by exposed power pins, directly from Raspberry Pi 5V GPIO headers or over micro USB. A specially designed 90-degree right angle micro USB cable is included to package as a gift by default.
  8. Efficient and low quiescent current regulator circuit can hold up to 3.6A
  9. Optional Send/Receive commands over Raspberry Pi UART port is available
  10. Taking the module into the Airplane Mode, resetting module or RI and DTR functions can be done over GPIO pins.
  11. The modules(EC25&UC20) have built-in GNSS(GPS/GLONASS) receiver for your location-based applications.
  12. Working temperature range: -40°C ~ 80°C

 

Key Applications

  1. Video/Music Streaming
  2. Large Data Downloads and Uploads
  3. LTE Dongle/Router
  4. Mobile Internet Hotspot
  5. High-speed GPS Tracking
  6. Real-time Environmental Monitoring
  7. Smart City & Agriculture Applications
  8. Smart Parking
  9. Security & Asset tracking

 

Header Options

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  1. Long Header: If you plan to attach another Raspberry Pi HAT or add-on board on top of the Base Shield, you will definitely need this variation. Also, using GPIOs with jumper cables is possible with these male headers.
  2. Short Header: Are you going to use Base Shield only, will not add another Raspberry Pi HAT or shield on top of it? Or you’ve already attached a board with a long header on Raspberry Pi and you’re planning to plug the Base Shield on top? This header option is suitable for you.
  3. Without Header: If just the plugging Base Shield via micro USB cable to Raspberry Pi is enough for you, or you’ve already attached a bulky shield on Pi, doesn’t need UART communication, this slim, headerless shield works greatly. For knowing what you missing without headers, take a look at the Pinout Diagram of the shield, these pins will be unconnected.

 

Technical Details

Connection Types

USB: Most of Mini PCIe modules have USB driver for Android, Linux, and Windows operating systems. The Base Shield that loaded with a module like Quectel EC25 LTE, can be attached to a minicomputer(especially Raspberry Pi), mobile phone or laptop with USB then works as a 3G/4G USB Dongle Modem. Drivers for modules, please visit the module product pages.

UART: If you insert one of the Quectel Mini PCIe modules, the UART pins will be available to use, with 3.3V power domain, directly connected the UART port of Raspberry Pi. But the maximum data rate will be lower than USB. It’ll be around 900 Kbit/s Downlink and Uplink (UART)

Compatible Mini PCIe Modules

  • Quectel:
  • Quectel*
    • LTE-EP06
  • Sierra*
    • AirPrime MC Series
  • Telit*
    • LM960, LE910V2, HE910, LE910Cx, and more
  • Huawei*
    • ME909s-120, ME909s-821, and more
  • Simcom*
    • SIM7100,  SIM7230, and more
  • ZTE*
    • ZM8620, and more
  • U-Blox*
    • MPCI-L2 Series

Important Note(*): Please check the following Quectel Mini PCIe pinout(EC20,EC21,EC25,UC20) diagram and the Base Shield connected pin table for full compatibility.  The other Mini PCIe modules from different vendors can be used with the Base shield. Generally, these modules’ USB, power supply, status led and SIM Card pins match with Base Shield Pinout, they can be used via USB connection without struggling but it does not mean full compatibility, some features may not work. The AT Command Interface cannot be used without UART connection. Please, consider USB connection needs special drivers for each operating system.

source: Quectel

 

 

Sixfab Base Shield Mini PCIe Pinout Quectel  EC20,EC21,EC25,UC20 Quectel  LTE-EP06 Sierra Telit Huawei Simcom ZTE U-Blox
Pin[8] USIM VDD OK OK OK
Pin[10] USIMDATA OK OK OK
Pin[11] UART_RX OK NOT CONNECTED NOT  CONNECTED
Pin[12] USIMCLK OK OK OK
Pin[13] UART_TX OK NOT CONNECTED NOT  CONNECTED
Pin[14] USIMRST OK OK OK
Pin[17] RI OK NOT CONNECTED NOT  CONNECTED
Pin[20] W_DISABLE OK OK OK
Pin[22] PERST OK OK OK
Pin[31] DTR OK NOT CONNECTED NOT  CONNECTED
Pin[36] USB_DM OK OK OK
Pin[38] USB_DP OK OK OK
Pin[42] LED_WWAN OK OK OK

 

Compatible Boards

  1. Raspberry Pi 3, 2, B+, A+, Zero
  2. Asus Tinker Board
  3. Rock 64*
  4. Orange Pi*
  5. Samsung ARTIK’s Eagleye board*
  6. Latte Panda

Note 1: The modules’ default drivers may not work with all these mini computers. There may need some Kernel work to implement the drivers. We’re working on Quectel Modules’ drivers to make them ready for each mini computer in the list. Please take a look at our support section for details.

Note 2: These compatibility list created by assuming you’ve connected the Base Shield to the device via USB. UART communication can be work with every device in the list easily which have 3.3V level UART port.

 

Warnings

  • For the best working condition, power the Raspberry Pi with a minimum 2 Amps 5V adapter while using the Base Shield attached.
  • We don’t recommend the usage of long and low-quality micro USB cables between Base Shield and Raspberry Pi. It causes data and power loss. Thus, the cable included the package works greatly.

 

Electrical

Pinout

 

 

Pin Descriptions

Pin Number Pin Name Description
2 5V PWR This pin is connected to the 5V power net.
4 5V PWR This pin is connected to the 5V power net.
8 PCI RX This pin functions as the serial data input to the module
for UART communication.
10 PCI TX This pin functions as the serial data output from the
module for UART communication
31 RI This pin is Ring indicator functions as the indication for
receiving call or SMS, can be calibrated to HIGH or LOW
using the AT commands.
33 DTR When the module is in sleep mode, DTR pin allows to
wake up the module up by pulling it to LOW.
35 W_DISABLE This pin is used to turn Airplane Mode on the module, by
pulling it HIGH.
37 PERST The pin is used to hardware reset the module, by pulling
it HIGH.
6,9,14,25,30,34,39 GND These pins are connected to ground.

 

Electrical Characteristics of Pins

Pin Number Description Min. Typ. Max. Unit
5V PWR Power Supply 4.8 5.0 5.25 V
PCI RX, PCI TX IO 3.0 3.3 3.6 V
RI IO 3.0 3.3 3.6 V
DTR IO 3.0 3.3 3.6 V
W_DISABLE IO 3.0 3.3 3.6 V
PERST IO 3.0 3.3 3.6 V

Layout

 

Schematic

You can download the schematic of Base Shield from this Github repository.

LEDs

  • PWR LED: When the module is powered up, this RED led turns on.
  • SGNL LED: This BLUE led indicates the status of the connection. When the connection is established and data is being transmitted/received, this led will blink at special intervals. Otherwise, if there is no connection, the led will remain off.

 

Mechanical

Dimensions

3D Design Files

You can download the 3D design files(STEP, IGES) of Base Shield from this Github repository.

Weight

Header Type Without Mini PCIe Module With Mini PCIe Module Unit
Without Header 18.3 28.4 gr
With Short Header 21.6 31.7 gr
With Long Header 25.1 35.2 gr

 

Package Includes

  • 1x Sixfab 3G/4G-LTE Base Shield for Raspberry Pi
  • 1x 90-degree Right Angle Micro USB Cable

!NOTE: The 3G/4G-LTE Mini PCIe modules are not included.

 

Instructions

You may find your questions in F.A.Q under support menu. If not, please feel free to ask us by contact form or drop an email to hello [at] sixfab dot com.

Tutorials

Github Repository

The Sixfab Github Repository for Raspberry Pi Shield contains the libraries and codes are used in tutorials, hardware files and more.

 

56 reviews for Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield V2

  1. Yadi Rudiyansah –

    what bands are supported by this stuff ?

    • onur –

      Hello Yadi,

      Our Shield support all bands. You just need to select the EC25 module that is appropriate for your location.

  2. Kim –

    Hi. What is the power consumption for this shield with a EC25-E and 2 antennes without a PI?

  3. Magnus Eriksson –

    hi i live in sweden. What kind of EC25 module should I use to make it work in Sweden and Europe

    • Metin –

      Hi, Please choose Ec25-E (Europe).

  4. Martin G. –

    Hi, we have this Ec25-E (Europe) card in Germany but it just work with G3. Did you have some hints to fix this bug and get LTE Speed? Our sim Card contract is working with LTE we tested it with a LTE stick.

    • Metin –

      We will ask to Quectel and will turn to you

      • Mahmut –

        On the EC25 module, 4G is open by default and connection priority is available. However, if there is no 4G signal in the area where it operates, it will try to connect via 3G. We can force the test module to connect to 4G Access technology. Could you try the following command for this and try connecting to the same region? Then AT + COPS? Could you send me the output of the command?
        So, the command is ‘AT+QCFG=”nwscanmode”,3’ to force the module search the network only LTE. Please see the following example.
        AT+COPS?
        +COPS: 0,0,”TR TURKCELL”,6 //Access technology is UTRAN W/HSDPA and HSUPA
        OK
        AT+QCFG=”nwscanmode”
        +QCFG: “nwscanmode”,0
        OK
        AT+QCFG=”nwscanmode”,3 //force the module to connect only LTE network
        OK
        AT+COPS?

  5. Terry Tse –

    Dear Sir,
    i am living in Hong Kong. What kind of EC25 module should I use to make it work. And if I want to use this product in Canada. Do I need to buy another EC25 module? Please advise. Thank you!

    • Mahmut –

      Hello Terry,

      You can use EC25-E in Hong Kong. If you want to use in Canada with EC25-E, it can work with Rogers,Telus, Sask Tel GSM Opetators.

      Thanks

  6. Puru –

    What module type do I need for use in Australia and India/Nepal?

    • Metin –

      EC25-AU module

  7. Jafet Morales –

    Will the EC25-A Mini PCIe work as 4G in the US?

    • Metin –

      Yes, you can use it at US

  8. eclan –

    for use of South East asia (indonesia, singapore, malaysia) which EC module should I choose?

    • Mahmut –

      Hi Eclan,
      You can choose EC25-E.
      thanks

  9. Chris.O –

    very excited to try this with tmobile. Will this board work with the new raspberry pi 3B+? And if so will it use the built in wifi of the raspberry pi for sharing the connection? I am trying to make a portable hotspot.

  10. Michael (verified owner) –

    Hi! I’m living in Costa Rica. What kind of EC25 module should I use?

    • Metin –

      Hi, EC25-AU module you can use.

  11. Nagaraj –

    Is there a data sheet available with the complete list of LTE Bands that is supported.

  12. Nagaraj –

    Do you have any API support for making and dropping calls from the module ?

    • Metin –

      Our new shields (V2) don’t have Audio layer for making calls.

  13. Alex –

    I have an EC20, the base shield works with the EC20?

    • Metin –

      Yes, You can use it 😉

  14. Francesco Vaccari (verified owner) –

    It’s a very unique product but it’s very fragile, i broke the micro usb port without put pression, i just plug in the cable and the port micro usb fall down.
    I love the idea but it could be do better, please for the next protect the port with something

    • onur –

      Thank you for your feedback Francesco. We changed our products, now more strong. Send us the product if you want, we can send smooth one.

  15. Karol –

    Is it possible to use this shield without using any RPi GPIO pins, just only over USB (communication and power supply)? I’d like to use this shield and one another which must use GPIO pins.

    Greetings

    • Metin –

      Yes you can use, but use have to power shield with external supply to 5V pins on pcb due to much current.

  16. Pixie –

    Hi, does this work with Asus Tinker Board runnig Tinker OS? Do I have to modify the kernel or so? I want to buy this with EC25-E, but I don’t want to get into problems since I’m not a pro.

  17. Matt –

    How to I pipe the gps data from this hat and have it work after power is completely cut out and reapplied? Minicom works but only as long as power stays plugged to pi. If power is pulled and reapplied it has to be reconfigured. I.e. AT+QGPS=1

    • Metin –

      Unfortunately, You have to reconfigure GPS on reboot.

  18. Nick –

    Do you have a recommendation for a GPS antenna? Does it need an active or passive antenna?

    • Metin –

      You can use an active or passive antenna.

      Antenna Requipments:

      GNSS Antenna Requipments

  19. Bastien –

    Hello,

    Does the shield work with all version of the Raspberry Pi ? Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ or Raspberry PI Zero W ?

    • Metin –

      Yes, you can use with all versions.

  20. Jesse Taylor –

    Is soldering required to attach this board to the Raspberry Pi?

    • onur –

      Hi Jesse,

      You can choose soldered options: short or long header.

  21. Andrew C –

    Hello, I use Bell LTE in Canada. I would like to connect to a Pi 3 Model B+. Please let me know what boards I need.

    Thanks,

    Andrew

    • onur –

      Hello Andrew,

      You can use Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield V2 with EC25-AU for Bell LTE.
      Thanks.

  22. Louis (verified owner) –

    Hello,

    is the shield compatible with Quectel EP06 ? EP06 support carrier aggregation (for best bandwidth) and some new lte bands.

    https://www.quectel.com/UploadImage/Downlad/Quectel_EC25_Mini_PCIe_Hardware_Design_V1.1.pdf
    https://www.quectel.com/UploadImage/Downlad/Quectel_EP06_Hardware_Design_V1.0.pdf

    It seems the difference is the following mini PCIE pins. They introduced USB3.0.

    23 PERn0 UART_CTS DI UART clear to send Connect to DTE’s RTS -> 23 PERn0 USB3.0_TX- DO USB 3.0 transmit data (-)
    25 PERp0 UART_RTS DO UART request to send Connect to DTE’s CTS -> 25 PERp0 USB3.0_TX+ DO USB 3.0 transmit data (+)
    31 PETn0 DTR DI Sleep mode control -> 31 PETn0 USB3.0_RX- DI USB 3.0 receive data (-)
    33 PETp0 RESERVED Reserved -> 33 PETp0 USB3.0_RX+ DI USB 3.0 receive data (+)

    • onur –

      Hi Louis,

      In our shield, RTS and CTS pins are not connected. Reserved pin is in the idled. Only the DTR pin connected to the RPI pin. So EP06 USB3.0 RX pin connected to the RPI pin. So maybe It can work. But you can use USB 2.0 function, not USB 3.0. We didn’t try it before. So we cannot guarantee.

  23. Şahin –

    Hello Sixfab team,
    Great work, congratz.
    I have a specific question. I have a R.Pi 3B+ and an additional CANBUS+MODBUS head and it has no extra head expansion on it. I need to use GPRS+GPS head from you and this head too. Can I do it? How? And since canbus+modbus are both serial ports, can R.Pi handle all these at the same time, is there any conflict of ports/buses ?

    Thank you

    • Metin –

      Hi,

      You can use our shield via USB. If you connect via USB, you do not need to plug in the pins, only USB. And use /dev/ttyUSB0 for communication. ( Don’t forget to select the switch to USB ).

  24. anand.s –

    kindly clarify the module supported in India ,EC25-E or EC25-AU for India? for Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield V2
    how to provide option of Quectel Module ( EC25-AU) while ordering.

    As per the https://www.quectel.com/product/ec25.htm
    EC25-E is recommended for india

    where as one customer reviews in sixfab says the recommended is EC24-AU?

    • onur –

      Hi,
      We recommend EC25-E for India. But sometimes it depends on which carrier you use. Please e-mail to us for more information: [email protected]

  25. Gargoyle –

    Hello looks very interesting this board!
    Is it possible to use with Quectel EC25 Mini PCle 4G/LTE Module connected to Banana Pi with pins but not USB?
    Thanks

    • Saeed –

      Hi,
      Banana Pi Pins are not compatible with Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield V2. USB will be the only option left for it. Moreover UART is not the best option to connect as it will result in slow connection.

  26. Michael (verified owner) –

    Hello.

    Can you explain to me how to use Raspberry Pi 3G-4G / LTE Base Shield V2 and Quectel EC25 Mini PCl 4G / LTE Module with raspberry?

    I do not know how to configure via the terminal.

    Are there drivers for raspberry and for windows?

  27. ANTHONY (verified owner) –

    Hi, I am using EC25-AU. I tried several methods to camp on LTE network, but it seems that only 20+ MBps uplink/downlink performance. (My iPhone can get 80MBps/40MBps downlink/uplink at the same place, same telecom). Do you have any recommended antenna or something that can improve the performance? Thanks for any suggestion.
    Anthony

    • Saeed –

      Hey, Which antenna are you using now?
      Are you using the USB cable that we sent you with the shield?

  28. Magnus Eriksson –

    Hello can i use this Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield V2 to remot gsm control relay card

  29. Steffen –

    Hello,
    is it possible to use other lte cards in this device?
    From huawei, telit or sierra wireless?

    • Saeed –

      Hey,
      Our base shield is compatible with Telit.
      But for others we cannot guarantee. You will need to check the pinouts.

  30. Paul –

    Since there are no EC25-AF cards in stock, will this shield work with the Sierra Wireless MC7354 or MC7700 mPCIe LTE modem?

    • Saeed –

      Following pins are not connected in Sierra Wireless LTE modules
      UART_RX,UART_TX,RI,PERST,I2C_SCL,I2C_SDA,DTR

      Even it may work with USB interface. Still we cannot guarantee it.

  31. Laura –

    Hello, I need to know if this module can be communicated by UART to B-L475E-IOT01A of ST

    • Metin –

      Hello, Yes, you can communicate via UART with any microcontroller. Notice: UART speed very low to LTE communication.

  32. Randy –

    Hello, I live in Philippines and planning to create GPS transmitter or can going on remote locations, first which EC25 module shpuld I use and what setup do you suggest? Thank you!

    • Saeed –

      Hey Randy,
      Here are the details of EC25 module. If you cannot find your country, you may check it your carrier’s frequency band. If GPS is priority and you can also use UC20 module(3G) instead of EC25(4G/LTE). You will also need antenna.

  33. zeynelsalt –

    Hello, is EC25 E compatible with Turkey – Vodafone or Turkcell interface?

    • Saeed –

      Hi,
      EC25-E is compatible with both Vodafone and Turkcell in Turkey.

  34. zeynelsalt –

    Thank you. I am trying to place an order but Paypal option isn’t working in Turkey. Do you have any other payment options like direct CC or wire transfer?

  35. Ibrahim Mohamed –

    i can use Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield V2 for make calls ,SMS and receive calls and SMS from Phone ?
    “i mean build real phone with this module and raspberry pi “

    • Saeed –

      Hi,
      Sending SMS from Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield v2 is possible but it does not allow making call. For Call you may use Raspberry Pi GSM/GPRS shield.

  36. Mike –

    What is data interface to Raspberry Pi? USB/ Gig Ethernet/ Serial?

    Does it perform router/firewall function with port forwarding?

    • Saeed –

      Data interface: USB(recommended) and Serial
      No. You should ask your network provider.

  37. Mike –

    Hi,

    What type of module would work for T-Mobile in the United States? Can someone advise?

    Thanks,

    Mike

  38. Mike –

    Hi,

    Does the EC25 use a SIM card? I see it uses USIM but I’m not sure this will work for me.

    Thanks,
    Mike

  39. Edward –

    Hi,
    I noticed there’s no mention of Africa, even in the PDF. I live in Kenya. What kind of EC25 would work for my region.

    • Saeed –

      Africa is in EMEA region, So EC25-E will work in Africa.

  40. ZAC WINGFIELD WINGFIELD –

    hi, this is excellent. is is possible to make the pi work as a Ethernet hotspot? i dont need wifi, just Ethernet ?

    thanks
    zac

    • Saeed –

      Hi Zac,
      Yes, it is possible to share the internet through Ethernet.

  41. ZAC WINGFIELD –

    great. this is a great product. thank you

  42. phil –

    Hi,

    I’m trying to make an lightweight 4G (not LTE cat-M1 or NB1) GPS tracker.
    The model here seems what i need but i have a question:

    Can i run both the raspberri pi on a battery pack or power bank?

    thank you already,
    best regards,

    • Saeed –

      Hi,
      Yes, the shield and Raspberry Pi will work on Powerbank.
      Make sure you will be using a source of good quality.

  43. robertescalle (verified owner) –

    If using the Telit or Sierra modem, is it my understanding that you cannot get to the AT commands because the UART TX and RX lines are not connected? How do you process these commands without the UART connections? Can you do this via USB?

    Bob

    • Saeed –

      Yes, You can use USB in order to send AT commands.

  44. Alex –

    What module would recommend for Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador?

    • Saeed –

      Quectel EC25-AU is recommended for your location. This module supports B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B28 Bands. Confirm it with your network provider too.

  45. Abdel Miranda –

    Hi, I live in Panama. Here we only have LTE cellular network. I want to buy a module to use it in my Raspberry PI 3 B+ and be able to connect to internet using that cellular network with a sim card.
    The sixfab module can do that?
    Thanks
    Abdel

  46. Luis –

    Hi, I live in Argentina. What module type do I need for use in Argentina and Brasil?
    Thanks

    • Saeed –

      Hi,

      You will need Quectel EC25 AU variant for 4G/LTE.

  47. xpointsphsalcedo –

    In my area the telecom tower has several cell ID’s. Some good, some bad. Is it possible to lock the cell ID with this LTE module? Thanks

    • Saeed –

      Hello,
      Which module are you using with the shield?

  48. Prashant Mishra –

    Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield V, What module type do I need for use in USA and India…?

    • Saeed –

      Please check Regional Options section of the Quectel EC25.

  49. Uttam Kumar Sharma –

    How to access the linux shell for Quectel EC25?

    • Saeed –

      Could you please elaborate?
      Do you mean, you need access to send AT commands?

  50. Georgi P Stoilov –

    Hi There,
    Is that shield working with Raspberry Pi 4?

    • Saeed –

      Hello,

      Yes, it works with Raspberry Pi 4.

  51. Steve K –

    Does the shield work with Raspberry Pi 3B? I see 3B+ but not 3B in the description…

    • Saeed –

      Yes, It works with 3B too

  52. Sergio de la huz –

    can it be configured in routing mode, to connect a switch to the ethernet port of the raspberry and create a network by browsing the data provided by this hat?

    • Saeed –

      Hi,

      We have not tried this scenario.
      We have tried to share the internet over Wifi using RaspAP

  53. Jay –

    Is this compatible with rpi 4? And what kind of module do i need for the netherlands?

    • ensar –

      Hi,
      Yes, compatible. You can use the EC25-E module.

      Best regards.

  54. Soumen –

    Hi,
    I am from Kolkata, India.
    Need a suitable Raspberry GSM HAT with 4G/3G support.
    There is a lot of requirements for our IOT based surveillance system.
    Please help me .

    Soumen

    • ensar –

      Hi Soumen,
      How can I help you?

  55. Kelechi emma –

    Hi I’m very interested in your product. Do you ship to Nigeria?

    • ensar –

      Hello,
      Thank you for getting in touch!
      We ship all around the world.
      Best regards.

  56. daremalcaire7 (verified owner) –

    Hi. My location is Philippines. What kind of module do i need to use?

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    Asked by Kev on 11 March 2020 5:14 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Hi,

    List of compatible modules: https://docs.sixfab.com/docs/raspberry-pi-3g-4g-lte-base-shield-technical-details#section-compatible-mini-pc-ie-modules

    Best regards.
  4. 0 votes
    Q What type of sim card do I need? I am in the US and trying to get one that will work in a remote ... answer now
    Asked by Tim on 11 March 2020 2:38 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Hi,

    The ATT certification of the module has not been completed yet by the module OEM. Once the OEM gets the certification we can start our certification. 

    Select the SIM card suitable for the band you will use.

    You can find all the information here: https://docs.sixfab.com/docs/raspberry-pi-3g-4g-lte-base-shield-introduction

    Best regards.
  5. 0 votes
    Q Hi. I'm from Philippines. What kind of modules do i need to use? answer now
    Asked by daremalcaire7 on 9 March 2020 11:51 AM
    Answered by the admin

    List of compatible modules: https://docs.sixfab.com/docs/raspberry-pi-3g-4g-lte-base-shield-technical-details#section-compatible-mini-pc-ie-modules

    You can find the frequency used by EC25 in “Regional Options” section.

    For more information: Quectel EC25.
  6. 0 votes
    Q Hi, I plan on using this with a SIM card. Will it work in India? answer now
    Asked by Jack on 7 March 2020 4:16 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Hi Jack,

    Yes, it works. You need a module to use the shield. List of compatible modules: https://docs.sixfab.com/docs/raspberry-pi-3g-4g-lte-base-shield-technical-details#section-compatible-mini-pc-ie-modules

    You can find the frequency used by EC25 in the “Regional Options” section.

    For more information: Quectel EC25.

    If you have any other questions, just let me know and I’ll be happy to help.

    Best regards.
  7. 0 votes
    Q How long will it take to shipp it to philippines? answer now
    Asked by daremalcaire7 on 3 February 2020 10:13 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello,

    Your order is prepared in 2-3 days. According to your region, it may take 3-5 days for the order to arrive.

    Best regards.
  8. 0 votes
    Q Does it work on FreeBSD ? answer now
    Asked by IPTRACE on 29 November 2019 10:49 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello,

    Not tested.

    Best regards.
  9. 0 votes
    Q Can I Make and receive calls and message with simcard? answer now
    Asked by Vivek Parmar on 19 November 2019 5:18 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello,

    The shield doesn't support Voice call but you can send and receive messages with AT command.

    Best regards.
  10. 0 votes
    Q If I buy this module, would there be enough space to fit a camera on the CSI slots? (Seems like t... answer now
    Asked by Houman Azemati on 11 November 2019 11:55 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Hi.

    No problem. There is enough space.

    Video 

    Best regards.
  11. 0 votes
    Q I want to use this with RockPro64 with Armbian. So far my efforts are not successful. I tried thi... answer now
    Asked by Ramnaryan on 2 November 2019 4:26 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello Ramnaryan,

    1. No, you can't but you can do hotspot.
    2. No, we have no reference.

    Best regards.
  12. 0 votes
    Q what raspi 4 cases, either indoor or outdoor, case I use with this shield? answer now
    Asked by ASSAF DAHARY on 31 October 2019 10:38 AM
    Answered by the admin Hi. We have such a product. https://sixfab.com/product/raspberry-pi-ip65-weatherproof-iot-project-enclosure/
  13. 0 votes
    Q Does this work on the Android Things Pico i.MX7Dual development board ? answer now
    Asked by Guy on 30 October 2019 2:21 PM
    A Is this board usable on a Raspberry Pi with the Android Things OS ?
    Answered by the admin We are developing with Raspbian. We didn't use it with Android Things OS.
  14. 0 votes
    Q Why this does not include the posts and fixing screws to connect with RP firmly? How to procure s... answer now
    Asked by Jawad S. Jaber on 28 October 2019 7:57 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello,

    Thanks for your feedback. We will evaluate.

    Cheers.
  15. 0 votes
    Q Hello, I have been experiencing a reboot hang problem when using this HAT with Raspberry Pi 4B... answer now
    Asked by TC on 23 October 2019 1:14 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello,

    With the Raspberry Pi 4B, HAT is running smoothly. We tested.

    Best regards.
  16. 0 votes
    Q How can I get the intensity of the LTE/4G/3G signal? Can I get the throughput? answer now
    Asked by Julie on 22 October 2019 11:55 PM
    Answered by the admin Hi. AT+CSQ AT command returns the signal strength of the device. Possible values are, 0 113 dBm or less 1 111 dBm 2...30 109... 53 dBm 31 51 dBm or greater 99 not known or not detectable
  17. 0 votes
    Q The product description states "This pin is Ring indicator functions as the indication for recei... answer now
    Asked by Manoj on 2 September 2019 10:47 AM
    Answered by the admin See "User Manuals" here. https://sixfab.com/product/quectel-ec25-mini-pcle-4glte-module/
  18. 0 votes
    Q Hi can you use other mini-pcie USB protocol devices in the header, I have a DVB-T test card that ... answer now
    Asked by keith dawson on 2 September 2019 3:26 AM
    Answered by the admin We have not tried such cards.
  19. 0 votes
    Q Hi, does it support the new Rasberry pi 4? answer now
    Asked by Damien on 28 August 2019 10:14 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Yes. It supports Rasberry Pi 4
  20. 0 votes
    Q Which Header Type should I select? if I will use the Base Shield with EC25 module, and connect to... answer now
    Asked by Woot on 25 August 2019 6:10 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Long Header and Short Header are suitable for you.
  21. 0 votes
    Q I am using a Pi zero w, the sixfab mPCI-E base shield for 3G,4G/LTE modules and the quectel EC25-... answer now
    Asked by Dave Matthews on 23 August 2019 2:56 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Did you solder/short the UART resistor pads?
    Generally UART is disconnected
    To use UART, you will need to solder 0 OHM/ short the UART RESISTOR pads available under the shield https://sixfab.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/BaseShieldUART.jpeg
    A Yes I soldered 0 ohm resistors in place to use the UART. The strange thing is that the system works perfectly using the Quectel eval board for the EC25-E. The sixfab board does not work if it is plugged directly into the RPI but if I link the Pi and sixfab board together using a small ribbon cable then it works but sends a photograph every two minutes. I am linking the first 20 wires together ie. pins 1,3,5,7,9,2,4,6,8,10so clearly it is one of the other pins making it fail. I am tempted to remove the unused connections that are currently in place.
  22. 0 votes
    Q Hi, can multiple modules be stacked ? If so, how many ? Thanks. answer now
    Asked by Olivier on 22 August 2019 5:49 PM
    Answered by the admin You can multiply with USB.
  23. 0 votes
    Q Hi, Can I use this shield and the in-built Ethernet port simultaneously? I want to read some sens... answer now
    Asked by Akila Niroshan on 7 August 2019 5:38 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Yes, you can use it. 
  24. 0 votes
    Q How do you connect this to a cellular network? Like do I call my provider and give them some numb... answer now
    Asked by Christopher Hacia on 31 July 2019 5:31 PM
    Answered by the admin

    To connect the device to a cellular network you will need either 3G or 4G module. 

    Then you can use QMI or PPP protocol to connect to the internet. 
  25. 0 votes
    Q Can the shield be used with Raspberry Pi 3B? I see 3B+ but not 3B in the description... answer now
    Asked by Steve K on 31 July 2019 12:44 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Yes, the shield is compatible with Rpi 3B too.
  26. 0 votes
    Q Is there any PPS signal output on this board? answer now
    Asked by Vitor Manso on 25 July 2019 2:54 PM
    Answered by the admin

    It will depend on the module you will be using with it. 
    For example, Quectel EC25 doesn't support. 
  27. 0 votes
    Q Can you use other mPCIe devices like GPU adapters or SSDs with this? answer now
    Asked by Sailor Priddy on 19 July 2019 2:48 AM
    Answered by the admin

    We have not tested. Please compare the pinout of the other device with the pinout of the shield.
  28. 0 votes
    Q Hi, Can I use this module connected with ARM mbed LPC1768 microcontroller for GSM based universi... answer now
    Asked by Rana Abbas on 14 June 2019 4:07 PM
    Answered by the admin It can use (AT can send commands) but we do not have support.
  29. 0 votes
    Q Hi. Can I ask you the reference of the mini PCIe connector? (The part that clips on) I have bough... answer now
    Asked by Antoine on 12 June 2019 5:20 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello, 

    Please find the link of the mini PCIe connector. 

    Female connector and latch

     

     
  30. 0 votes
    Q Hi, will this board cause interference with a Stratux Vk-162 GPS answer now
    Asked by joseph difilippo on 10 June 2019 7:48 PM
    Answered by the admin

    We have not tested it. compare the pinout, please.
  31. 0 votes
    Q Hi, we need to update the firmware of the quectel mini EC-25 AU, can we use this module for it? answer now
    Asked by Laura on 7 June 2019 4:43 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello, 

    Yes, you can use it. 
  32. 0 votes
    Q Is it possible to use these Shield with IoT Core and if yes are there any descriptions? answer now
    Asked by Stefan on 7 June 2019 7:37 AM
    Answered by the admin

    This is just a Base Shield, which bridges the module to be used with the Raspberry Pi. 

    So, it will depend on the module you will be using with this Base Shield. 
  33. 0 votes
    Q Hi, when the module is plugged on a raspberry pi and communicating via usb rather than the GPIO u... answer now
    Asked by Denver Hayward on 6 June 2019 5:45 AM
    Answered by the admin

    By default, the UART of the Shield is disconnected. So you may use them for other purposes while the Shield is stacked. 
  34. 0 votes
    Q I'm sending and receive a lot of data using UART also I'm using on RPi3 nrf24l01 so here is my qu... answer now
    Asked by Krzysztof on 5 June 2019 12:03 PM
    Answered by the admin

    You can use the Shield via USB(recommended). 

    UART is not recommended. It will be conflicting in your case too.  
  35. 0 votes
    Q Hi, what is the maximum current, this module needs? answer now
    Asked by Adam on 17 May 2019 4:25 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Hi, 

    The current consumption depends on the module you will be using with the Base Shield. 

    Please check the datasheet of the respected module that will be used, for power consumption details.
  36. 0 votes
    Q Hi I would like to know if I could be able to use this shield with a 4G network in order to uploa... answer now
    Asked by Irka on 3 May 2019 11:45 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello, 

    Yes, You can use this to upload images, videos and sounds. 

    You can use AT commands to make call (Audio codec is not present so you can't send or receive voice.). The call is possible to trigger an event but cannot listen to anything, 

     

     
  37. 0 votes
    Q I connected this base shield with Quectel UC20 miniPCIe to Raspberry Pi 3 model B but via USB. Th... answer now
    Asked by Marcel on 1 May 2019 4:27 PM
    Answered by the admin

    The PPP installer is updated. Please make sure you put the right APN, Username and Password. 
  38. 0 votes
    Q Does it work for Mexico 4G networks? answer now
    Asked by Jetzael Cuazoson on 24 April 2019 5:47 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Yes, It will work. You will need to select the right module. 
  39. 0 votes
    Q What module/modules works for LTE broadband in Canada answer now
    Asked by Santosh Vema on 18 April 2019 4:15 PM
    Answered by the admin

    You can use Quectel EC25-A Mini PCIe for North America.
  40. 0 votes
    Q Can you make voip calls with this model? Also what module works in Canada? answer now
    Asked by Santosh Vema on 18 April 2019 3:19 PM
    Answered by the admin The shield doesn't support Voice call.
  41. 0 votes
    Q Will this board work with Raspberry pi compute module 3+ IO board. answer now
    Asked by Santosh on 16 April 2019 8:31 PM
    Answered by the admin You can make it work through USB only.
  42. 0 votes
    Q Does it support AT+ CSIM command? https://m2msupport.net/m2msupport/atcsim-generic-sim-access/ answer now
    Asked by masapri on 15 April 2019 11:56 AM
    Answered by the admin The AT commands are for the module attached to the Shield. Please follow the AT command manual of the respected module. For example, Quectel EC25 supports the command.
  43. 0 votes
    Q Hi, would this work on the Raspberry Pi 3 B (not B+) ? answer now
    Asked by Ibra on 14 April 2019 7:34 PM
    Answered by the admin Yes, It will work
  44. 0 votes
    Q What is the real world max speed for browsing web or speedtest.net on LTE of this when connected ... answer now
    Asked by Chase on 9 April 2019 6:06 PM
    Answered by the admin Real world speed depends on various factors e.g. signal strength, distance from network station etc. So it will vary from place to place. The theoretical value will be the value provided by the module manufacturer you will be using with the Base Shield.
  45. 0 votes
    Q Can you suggest short USB cables that would allow 3 shields to be connected to a Pi that also has... answer now
    Asked by Vincent on 28 March 2019 4:43 PM
    Answered by the admin You can use any USB short cables. Just avoid using too long cables.
  46. 0 votes
    Q In my particular build, I can not use the USB cable that is provided. Can you recommend another o... answer now
    Asked by vincent.paul on 21 March 2019 11:45 PM
    Answered by the admin

    How is it causing a problem to your case? Are you using Ethernet cable too? Try using any short USB cable.
  47. 0 votes
    Q When 2 or more base shield/modems are connected to one Raspberry Pi 3B+ to provide 2 or more GSM ... answer now
    Asked by vincent.paul on 21 March 2019 4:46 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Since the module for each connection is different there is no interference issue. 
  48. 0 votes
    Q Is there any difference of performance (other than speed of data communication between the Pi and... answer now
    Asked by vincent.paul on 21 March 2019 4:44 PM
    Answered by the admin

    With the performance, we refer to the speed of the connection. With a higher gained antenna, power consumption will be lower. 
  49. 0 votes
    Q I bought a HAT and inserted a voice + data sim card. It doesn't create a session with the PGW, co... answer now
    Asked by Marian Maxim on 20 March 2019 12:59 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Which module are you using with the Base Shield? 
  50. 0 votes
    Q Can 2 or more base shield/modems be connected to one Raspberry Pi 3B+ to provide 2 or more GSM co... answer now
    Asked by vincent.paul on 20 March 2019 3:05 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Yes, it is possible to stack more than one shield. 
  51. 0 votes
    Q What standoffs do you recommend to use when attached to the Pi? answer now
    Asked by vincent.paul on 20 March 2019 2:37 AM
    Answered by the admin 11mm M2.5 Standoff
  52. 0 votes
    Q Is there any difference of performance whether the board is powered from USB, +5V contacts, and/o... answer now
    Asked by vincent.paul on 20 March 2019 2:35 AM
    Answered by the admin

    The speed is limited when connected over UART. USB is recommended.
  53. 0 votes
    Q How can i enable NMEA - GNZDA Message for GPS? answer now
    Asked by Rene on 12 March 2019 1:38 AM
    Answered by the admin

    It doesn't receive ZDA. 

    Supported sentence can be checked with 

    at+qgpsgnmea=?

    Output: 
    +QGPSGNMEA: ("GGA","RMC","GSV","GSA","VTG","GNS")

    OK
  54. 0 votes
    Q What kind of certification this module has? answer now
    Asked by Robert Lau on 11 March 2019 8:16 PM
    Answered by the admin

    This is a development device which is actually a bridge between Mini PCIe 3G/4G/LTE modules and Raspberry Pi. The module that is being used with the shield is certified. So it doesn't need any certification. 

    If someone is making it an end product then you will need to get certification for the whole setup. 
  55. 0 votes
    Q Is the Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield V2 and the Raspberry Pi XBee Shield V2 compatible? Can ... answer now
    Asked by Joao on 10 March 2019 11:57 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Yes, Raspberry Pi 3G-4G/LTE Base Shield v2 and Raspberry Pi XBee Shield v2 can be used together. 
    Communication for Base shield should be via USB(recommended). 
    XBee Shield can be connected via USB or UART.  
  56. 0 votes
    Q Will this work for other mini pcie cards? Such as SSDs, or other wireless cards? I suppose my que... answer now
    Asked by Charles Robertson on 9 March 2019 5:59 AM
    Answered by the admin

    For compatibility, you will need to compare the pinout of the mini PCIe with the Quectel Mini PCIe pinout(EC20, EC21, EC25, UC20)  (Pinout is available in the product description).

     
  57. 0 votes
    Q I have one of these shields. Can I get the 5V power to the shield via the 40 pin connector on my ... answer now
    Asked by Jeff on 28 February 2019 7:50 PM
    Answered by the admin

    Attaching the Shield over the Raspberry Pi provides 5V power supply. 
  58. 0 votes
    Q Hi, I'm monel from France. I would know if your dongle can support data from SFR a french tel... answer now
    Asked by Mancel monel on 28 February 2019 11:15 AM
    Answered by the admin

    Hello Monel, 

    What data are you going to send/receive?

    Could you please explain more?

    You can check tutorials for the shield. 

     

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