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The Modem will be a PLS8-E (EU Version) ([http://www.gemalto.com/brochures-site/download-site/Documents/M2M_PLS8_datasheet.pdf Features for both Versions], [http://www.seapraha.cz/download/pls8-e_hd_v01000a_tcm216-155302.pdf Datasheet]) or PLS8-US (US Version). It provides GSM, LTE and GPS. SMS and voice is supported and tested, however it will fall back to 2G for voice on most networks. There's a CPU-GPIO controlled FET switch to disconnect the whole modem from power so you don't have to rely on the closed-source modem firmware. Also, there's a current sensor to detect if the modem is doing unwanted things. [https://pyra-handheld.com/boards/threads/poll-vote-now-1-3g-paranoia-discussing-solutions.73805/page-7#post-1396371] | <onlyinclude>The Modem will be a PLS8-E (EU Version) ([http://www.gemalto.com/brochures-site/download-site/Documents/M2M_PLS8_datasheet.pdf Features for both Versions], [http://www.seapraha.cz/download/pls8-e_hd_v01000a_tcm216-155302.pdf Datasheet]) or PLS8-US (US Version). It provides GSM, LTE and GPS. SMS and voice is supported and tested, however it will fall back to 2G for voice on most networks. There's a CPU-GPIO controlled FET switch to disconnect the whole modem from power so you don't have to rely on the closed-source modem firmware. Also, there's a current sensor to detect if the modem is doing unwanted things. [https://pyra-handheld.com/boards/threads/poll-vote-now-1-3g-paranoia-discussing-solutions.73805/page-7#post-1396371] | ||
== Antenna == | === Antenna === | ||
The [http://www.mouser.com/ds/2/23/09MD-0023-2-PS-Calvus-180337.pdf Antenova A10340] as seen here [http://boards.openpandora.org/uploads/post-1-0-54530500-1406937220.jpg ]is listed with "Antennas Calvus SMD GSM850/ 900/1800/1900/WCDMA" | The [http://www.mouser.com/ds/2/23/09MD-0023-2-PS-Calvus-180337.pdf Antenova A10340] as seen here [http://boards.openpandora.org/uploads/post-1-0-54530500-1406937220.jpg ]is listed with "Antennas Calvus SMD GSM850/ 900/1800/1900/WCDMA"</onlyinclude> | ||
== Carrier Compatibility == | === Carrier Compatibility === | ||
''Main article: [[Carrier Compatibility]]'' | ''Main article: [[Carrier Compatibility]]'' | ||
{{:Carrier Compatibility}} | {{:Carrier Compatibility}} | ||
Revision as of 08:58, 8 August 2017
The Modem will be a PLS8-E (EU Version) (Features for both Versions, Datasheet) or PLS8-US (US Version). It provides GSM, LTE and GPS. SMS and voice is supported and tested, however it will fall back to 2G for voice on most networks. There's a CPU-GPIO controlled FET switch to disconnect the whole modem from power so you don't have to rely on the closed-source modem firmware. Also, there's a current sensor to detect if the modem is doing unwanted things. [1]
Antenna
The Antenova A10340 as seen here [2]is listed with "Antennas Calvus SMD GSM850/ 900/1800/1900/WCDMA"
![[2]](http://boards.openpandora.org/uploads/post-1-0-54530500-1406937220.jpg){kind=link}
Carrier Compatibility
Main article: Carrier Compatibility
US
Look for a GSM network, like Tmobile or AT&T. (Verizon and Sprint use CDMA networks, which are incompatible with the Pyra modem.)
US MVNOs
There are smaller companies which use the Tmobile and AT&T networks (i.e. Virtual operators), but you'll have to look through for the GSM carriers with a BYOD policy.
Some that may allow use of a Pyra (none yet confirmed) include:
- Cricket Wireless
- Ting
- MetroPCS
- Simple Mobile
Australia
Australia requires the European Pyra Modem. See this Whirlpool Forum post for more details.
Europe
Pretty much everybody???