# Sierra Wireless EM8695 5G RedCap The **EM8695** is a compact, industrial-grade M.2 module designed for mid-tier IoT applications. It supports **5G NR (RedCap)** with **LTE fallback**, offering **download speeds up to 223 Mbps** and **upload up to 123 Mbps**. The module features **dual SIM support**, **GNSS with L1/L5 bands** (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou), and **up to 65% lower power consumption** compared to LTE Cat-4. With global band support and secure boot, it is ideal for energy-efficient, reliable connectivity across a wide range of devices. ![EM8695 5G RedCap](https://3922449203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-M0mPxGpottOEfcucXOR%2Fuploads%2FxPJPFXuk3DtH5opQKiha%2FEM-8695-RedCap-M-5G.png?alt=media\&token=4fd7460a-f9ae-4a06-ac7d-274f167d5d62) ### Quick Navigation * [Connect the Sierra Wireless EM8695 5G ReadCap to Monogoto](#connect-the-em8695-5g-redcap-to-monogoto) * [Network Configuration](#network-configuration) * [Network Activation](#network-activation) * [Useful Links](#useful-links) ### Prerequisites * Monogoto SIM * Sierra Wireless EM8695 5G RedCap cellular modem * Access to a private network ## Connect the EM8695 5G RedCap to Monogoto {% hint style="info" %} When connecting to the SIM8230G-M2 5G RedCap modem, keep the [**AT Commands manual** ](https://files.gitbook.com/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-M0mPxGpottOEfcucXOR%2Fuploads%2FiqV5oo2PkXDEzEaBZsaO%2FGenericSDX35DriverSetup_Sierra%20Wireless_EM8695_5G.zip?alt=media\&token=50294f7e-9453-4ae7-8b16-f5550aea3991)next to you to look up details about commands. {% endhint %} **Connect to the modem**, enter the command: `AT` and wait for the response: `OK` {% hint style="info" %} When using Windows, [install the driver ](https://files.gitbook.com/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-M0mPxGpottOEfcucXOR%2Fuploads%2FrcHDAtVOltljQTaaJlNz%2FSIM8230%205G%20RedCap%20Windows%20drivers.zip?alt=media\&token=656e715b-2980-47c4-9e77-98c761c0afb1)using the disk or USB stick provided by Sierra Wireless. {% endhint %} Reset the modem ```bash AT+CFUN=1,1 ``` Set the error reporting to **verbose**, resulting in more descriptive error messages (optional): ```bash AT+CMEE=2 ``` Check if the SIM card is attached and is not locked with a PIN, expected response: `+CPIN: READY`: ```bash AT+CPIN? ``` {% hint style="warning" %} If you receive an error, the SIM may not be inserted properly or the SIM is protected with a PIN. By default, Monogoto SIMs are not PIN protected. {% endhint %} ### Executing Commands by Version Execute various commands based on the software version you are using. Make sure to execute the commands that correspond to your version. **Query device information** Request the modem **hardware version**: ``` AT+CGMM ``` Request the modem **firmware version**: ```bash AT+CGMR ``` response: ``` SWIX35C_00.01.14.00 2025/05/26 09:57:37 ``` Request the **IMSI** (International Mobile Subscriber Identity): ``` AT+CIMI ``` Request the **ICCID** (Integrated Circuit Card ID), which is the identification number of the SIM card ```bash AT+ICCID ``` ### Define the cellular band(s) (optional) It is possible to **lock the modem to specific bands for specific technologies**. This may result in a faster boot cycle as the modem does not need to scan for available bands at startup. To read the available options, enter: ``` AT!BAND=? ``` Expected response: ``` Index, Name 00, All bands 06, Europe 07, North America 09, LTE ALL 0C, NR5G ALL ``` To lock the modem to All bands bands, enter: ``` AT!BAND=00 ``` ### Query Network information Return the operational status, including the Radio Access Technology (RAT) and the band used: ``` AT!GSTATUS? ``` Example response: ``` !GSTATUS: Current Time: 152 Temperature: 32 Thermal Mitigation: 0 Reset Counter: 1 Mode: ONLINE System mode: NR5G PS state: Attached MM5G state: Registered Normal Service RRC state: RRC Idle IMS Reg state: NOT REGISTERED IMS mode: Normal IMS Srv State: NO SMS,NO VoIP NR5G TAC: 000002 NR5G Cell ID: 4001 (16385) NR5G Band: n78 NR5G DL BW: 20 MHz NR5G UL BW: 20 MHz NR5G Tx Power: -18 NR5G Tx Chan:638668 NR5G Rx Chan: 638668 NR5G DL MIMO: 2 NR5G UL MIMO:1 NR5G Rx0 RSSI (dBm): -65 NR5G Rx1 RSSI (dBm): -79 NR5G Rx0 RSRP (dBm): -75 NR5G Rx1 RSRP (dBm): -89 NR5G Rx0 RSRQ (dB): -10 NR5G Rx1 RSRQ (dB): -10 NR5G Rx0 SINR (dB): 26 NR5G Rx1 SINR (dB): 25 ``` ### Network Configuration **Manually set the network**: Monogoto's private LTE network is indicated with the **MCCMNC** code: `99974`. To connect to the private LTE network, enter: ``` AT+COPS=1,2,"99974",11 ``` To **test** if the network is set correctly enter: ``` AT+COPS? ``` Expected response: +COPS: 0,0,"Monogoto5G 99974",11 `11` indicates that the modem is using 5G SA. **Check the radio signal strength and signal quality:** ```bash AT+CSQ ``` Example response: `+CSQ: 22,1` {% hint style="info" %} `+CSQ` returns 2 values separated by a comma. The first value represents the **signal strength** and provides a value between 0 and 31; a higher number indicates better signal strength. The second value represents the **signal quality** indicated by a value between 0 and 7, a lower value indicates better signal quality . If `AT+CSQ` returns `99,99`, the signal is undetectable or unknown. {% endhint %} ### Network Activation **Set the APN to** `data.mono`: ``` AT+CGDCONT=1,"IP","data.mono" ``` To **test** if the APN is set correctly, enter: ``` AT+CGDCONT? ``` Expected response: `+CGDCONT: 1,"IP","data.mono","0.0.0.0",0,0,0` **Activate the PDP (packet data protocol) context:** ``` AT+CGACT=1,1 ``` **Test** if the PDP context is activated: ``` AT+CGACT? ``` Expected response: `+CGACT: 1,1` #### Validate if your device received an **IP address**: ```bash AT+CGPADDR ``` Expected response: `+CGPADDR: 1,XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX` {% hint style="success" %} Do you see an IP address? **Congratulations!** 🎉 **You’ve successfully connected the Sierra Wireless EM8695 5G RedCap modem to Monogoto.** \ Have a look at the **Things** logs in the [**Monogoto Console**](https://console.monogoto.io/) to find more details about the established connection. {% endhint %} ## Useful Links * [Sierra Wireless EM8695 5G RedCap AT Commands](https://files.gitbook.com/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-M0mPxGpottOEfcucXOR%2Fuploads%2F3Qj79UCNQem5H8Q8ZPRr%2FEM8695%20AT%20Command%20Reference%20r4.pdf?alt=media\&token=57eab09b-e2b1-4fa7-b6b2-88e4c6a497e6) * [Sierra Wireless EM8695 5G RedCap product page](https://www.sierrawireless.com/iot-modules/5g-modules/em8695-5g-redcap-module/) * [Sierra Wireless EM8695 5G RedCap Product Description](https://files.gitbook.com/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-M0mPxGpottOEfcucXOR%2Fuploads%2FO4BvedrXLBXDJlmXGH0b%2FEM8695%20Product%20Specification%20r6.pdf?alt=media\&token=c6bbbffd-5125-4cf7-a6d4-c580709414c4)