TANGO
VERSION 1.04
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Introduction
This manual is focussed on the GSM and GSM/GPRS data solutions of the
TANGO series from FALCOM GmbH.
TANGO as a Plug-and-Play Dual Band GSM/GPRS device with an
integrated SIM card holder, an external antenna connector and standard
connector interfaces, provide a quick and easy way to plug in GSM and
GPRS functionality to systems and terminals. It can be directly connected
via RS232 interface to the serial port of a desktop or notebook computer. A
standard SIM card can be inserted in the integrated card holder. The modem
can send and receive data by GSM and GPRS network. It supports SMS and
Fax as well as voice calls. The TANGO can be easily controlled by using
AT command for all kinds of operations.
Available in dual-band configurations, this full type approved integrated
modem constitutes a self contained, fully integrated implementation of the
GSM/GPRS standard.
TANGO supports GPRS Class B, class 2 (making download at speeds up to
28.8 kbps) as well as Class B, class 10 (making download at speeds up to 56
kbps).
About GPRS:
GPRS is standard for General Packet Radio Service that is an add-on to
the GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) cellular network -
a type of network used to provide cellular phone service.
The TANGO Modem provides reliable data connections to GPRS 900
MHz and 1800 MHz as well as to GPRS 850 MHz and 1900 MHz
networks. When in regions where GPRS is not available, user can still
access their important information with GSM 14.4 kbps data
connections.
Table below shows the different versions of the TANGO series.
DEVICE
DISCRIPTION
AVAILABILITY
TANGO-900/1800-1
GSM only, SMB-male antenna connector
Now
TANGO-900/1800-1-G10
GSM/GPRS Class B/multi-slot class 10,
SMB-male antenna connector
Now
TANGO-900/1800-1-G2
GSM/GPRS Class B/multi-slot class 2,
SMB-male antenna connector
Now
TANGO-900/1800-2
GSM only, FME-female antenna connector
Now
TANGO-900/1800-2-G10
GSM/GPRS Class B/multi-slot class 10,
FME-female antenna connector
Now
TANGO-900/1800-2-G2
GSM/GPRS Class B/multi-slot class 2,
FME-female antenna connector
Now
TANGO-850/1900-1
GSM only, SMB-male antenna connector
Available soon