Telit integrates eCall in-band modem capability into GE864-Quad-Automotive V2 module

25 Mar 2010

Rome, 25 March 2010 - Telit Wireless Solutions, a leading global supplier of Machine-to-Machine (M2M) communications and a subsidiary of Telit Communications PLC, has declared the successful implementation of eCall in-band modem capability into its GE864-Quad-Automotive V2 module. eCall is the EU-driven pan-European vehicle emergency call system which will greatly reduce emergency services response times. Telit's worldwide customers in the telematics and automotive industry will benefit from integrated eCall functionality in all ruggedized GE864-Quad-Automotive V2 modules as the most economical overall solution in the market. 

The integration of the in-band modem reference code for IVS (in vehicle system) into the Telit module GE864-Quad Automotive V2 marks a milestone in the research activities by Telit. ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute) standardised eCall patterns were successfully decoded by the GE864 on a simulated downlink channel and demodulated by the device.

"Telit has a remarkable track record in developing innovative M2M solutions for the automotive industry, proven by numerous patent applications and certifications like ISO/TS16949. Our vision is to enhance the transformation of cars into safe, intelligent and networked vehicles. Our extensive R&D activities regarding eCall are a substantial part of this. We put a lot effort during the last years developing eCall in-band modem capability to support the public goal of helping to save lives on roads," explains Dominikus Hierl, Managing Director Strategic Accounts & Corporate Business Development at Telit Communications PLC. "Our renowned GE864-Quad-Automotive module has the eCall functionality that will ultimately enable automakers to integrate this capability in all vehicles."