WSAL21705 – RM502Q-AE 5G HAT/en
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Documentation notice: This technical documentation was independently rewritten from an archived supplier source. Check technical details and commands against the product version and manufacturer documentation before use.
Summary
The RM500Q-GL 5G HAT from Waveshare connects an M.2 B-key slot with a USB 3.1 port to enable 5G communication on host systems such as Raspberry Pi, Windows PCs, or Jetson Nano.
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Technical overview
- M.2 B-key slot for Quectel RM500x/RM502x modules
- USB 3.1 port (backward compatible with USB 2.0) for connecting to PC, Raspberry Pi, or Jetson Nano
- Two SIM slots; dual-SIM single-standby switchable via AT command
- Four antenna connectors for strong signal
- External 5 V / 3 A power supply via USB-C
- Power on/off switch and reset button for module control
- Cooling fan cools both the Raspberry Pi and the 5G module
- LED indicator shows the module operating status
Commands and examples – verify before use:
AT+CPIN?
AT+COPS?
AT+CEREG?
AT+C5GREG?
AT+QUIMSLOT?
AT+QENG="servingcell"
AT+QCFG="usbnet",1
AT+CFUN=1,1
AT+QCSQ
Notes and version constraints
- Windows: avoid RNDIS/ECM mode; RM5XX modules use MBIM mode in Windows
- Linux: use RNDIS or ECM mode
- Dual-SIM only available on supported modules
- Audio function is not supported by RM50XX modules
- Network speed tests are version-dependent and require an active SIM card with 5G enabled
- Compatibility with other Jetson models requires an adapter and verified drivers
Source and revision record
- RM500Q-GL 5G HAT - Waveshare Wiki
- Source revision: 78059
- Captured: 2026-09-03T03:20:16+00:00
- SHA-256:
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