SIM868 Development Board - GPRS / GPS / GSM / BlueTooth

The SIM868 Development Board is a comprehensive and versatile solution for GPS, GSM, and base station positioning. Equipped with a robust feature set, it supports GPS, BD, GLO, and LBS positioning, ensuring all-round accuracy. This board is ideal for applications requiring precise positioning and reliable communication. Enhanced with RTC backup battery support for hot and warm starts, it ensures quick positioning. The board also features multiple serial ports for convenient data acquisition and configuration, making it perfect for rapid development and deployment in microcontroller-based projects.

Specifications of SIM868 Development Board

• Positioning Support: GPS, BD, GLO, LBS base station positioning
• Backup Battery: RTC backup battery for hot and warm starts
• Dimensions: ---
• GPS Data Acquisition: Independent GPS serial port
• GSM Data Acquisition: GSM serial port with AT commands
• Microcontroller Compatibility: Supports 3.3V and 5V controllers (51, STM32, etc.)
• Power Supply: 5~18V DC
• Antenna Interfaces: IPX-MINI type for BT, GSM and GPS antennas
• Status Indicators: 2 status indicator lights
• SIM Card Holder: MICRO SIM card holder, supports China Mobile and China Unicom cards
• Interfaces: UART and Micro USB

How to use of SIM868 Development Board

1. Power Supply: Connect the board to a suitable power source. The power supply has an enable control pin for remote power switching.
2. Antenna Connection: Attach the GSM GPRS and GPS antennas to the IPX-MINI type interfaces.
3. Microcontroller Interface: Connect the main serial port and power pins to your microcontroller. The serial ports are compatible with 3.3V and 5V controllers.
4. SIM Card Insertion: Insert a MICRO SIM card into the SIM card holder, ensuring the notch faces outward.
5. Programming and Debugging: Use AT commands via the GSM serial port for configuration and data acquisition. Utilize the independent GPS serial port for GPS data.
6. RTC and GPS Control: Use the RTC backup power supply to maintain timekeeping when the device is powered off. Control the GPS power pin to manage power consumption.
7. Indicator Lights: Monitor the status indicator lights to check the module's operational status.

Datasheet of SIM868 Development Board

SIM868 Development Board Datasheet