M8 OEM RADIO MODEM
VHF / UHF | Ultra-Low Power | Embedded ARM Intelligence | SCADA & IoT Wireless Backbone
The M8 is a compact OEM radio modem engineered for mission-critical wireless communication in industrial, utility, and IoT environments. Built for long-range performance, ultra-low power operation, and deep system integration.
- 5W configurable RF output for long-range communication
- Embedded 120MHz ARM processor for edge logic
- VHF + UHF dual-band operation
- Designed for battery and solar-powered systems
- Fully compatible with Raveon M7/M9 networks
M8 OEM RADIO MODEM
OVERVIEW
The M8 is designed for embedded wireless communication in SCADA, telemetry, AMR, asset tracking, and industrial IoT systems.
It combines RF performance, ultra-low power operation, and embedded processing into a single OEM module, enabling developers to build scalable and reliable wireless systems without external compute overhead.
WHY M8 (VALUE PROPOSITION)
Engineering Advantages
Built for harsh industrial RF environments
Reduces system complexity with onboard ARM processor
Optimized for large-scale distributed networks
Proven interoperability with Raveon infrastructure
Long lifecycle deployment design
KEY CAPABILITIES
0.5W – 5W RF output power
VHF + UHF dual-band support
AES-128 encrypted communication
TDMA networking (M8G variant)
OTA configuration & remote diagnostics
POCSAG decode capability
Real-time RF performance monitoring
Multi-network coexistence support
Embedded ARM application processing
MODELS
M8S
Model
- Standard OEM data modem for telemetry and SCADA
M8G
Model
- GPS / GLONASS modem with TDMA networking and tracking
EMBEDDED PROCESSING (ARM CORE)
UHF (400–512 MHz)
- High-density deployments
- Urban and industrial environments
- Optimized spectrum efficiency
VHF (132–174 MHz)
- Long-range propagation
- Terrain penetration capability
- Utility and rural deployments
Additional Options
- MURS license-free band (USA)
- Custom frequency programming available
- 6.25 / 12.5 / 25 kHz bandwidth options
EMBEDDED PROCESSING (ARM CORE)
The M8 includes a 120MHz ARM processor that enables OEM developers to:
- Run custom application logic on-device
- Reduce external MCU requirements
- Enable local decision-making at the edge
- Improve response time in distributed systems
NETWORKING & SCALABILITY
65,000+ device addressing capacity
16-bit network segmentation
Multi-network coexistence on same spectrum
TDMA synchronization (M8G) for collision-free scaling
Compatible with M7/M9 infrastructure
SECURITY
PERFORMANCE
RF data rates: 512 – 19,200 bps
Serial interface: 1,200 – 115,200 baud
RX sensitivity: down to -118 dBm
TX turnaround: < 5 ms
Frequency stability: ±1.5 ppm
POWER
| Mode | Consumption |
|---|---|
| RX | ~70–100 mA |
| TX | up to 1.9A @ 5W |
| Sleep | < 40 mA |
- Input voltage: 10V – 30V DC
- Designed for solar and battery deployments
- Optimized for long-duty-cycle field systems
INTERFACES
Serial & Control
- UART TX/RX
- CTS / RTS flow control
- Carrier detect output
- RSSI signal output
- TX status indicator
GPIO
- 3x configurable 3.3V digital I/O
- Software programmable behavior
Physical
- 20-pin OEM header
- MMCX RF connector
- U.FL (GPS models only)
DIAGNOSTICS & MANAGEMENT
Real-time RSSI monitoring
Packet statistics (TX/RX counters)
RF power measurement
Link quality diagnostics
Remote RF-based diagnostics access
Radio Manager software support
AT command configuration
APPLICATIONS
Smart utility metering (AMR / AMI)
SCADA and industrial automation
Remote telemetry systems
Asset tracking networks
Environmental monitoring systems
OEM embedded wireless devices
DEVELOPER PLATFORM
The M8 is designed for OEM integration and long-term deployment.
AT command programmable system
OTA configuration and updates
Embedded ARM custom firmware support
Direct PCB integration design
Compatible with existing Raveon M7 networks
Designed for scalable system architectures
