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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
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