Ready Connect

Raising the Standard for 5G Connected Mobility Experiences: Safer, Smarter, and More Entertaining Drives

Not every drive is predictable, HARMAN Ready Connect keeps drivers seamlessly connected with a smartphone-like experience inside the vehicle. By combining 4G/5G and SatCom connectivity in a modular TCU, it enables HD streaming, video calls, and real-time safety alerts like road hazards or stolen vehicle tracking—without the need for external antennas. Its flexible design lets automakers deliver secure, personalized services that can be upgraded over time, ensuring vehicles stay current and valuable as expectations evolve.

Transformational User Experiences

Built-in Upgradability

Enables improved product longevity through hardware modularity, allowing modules to be replaced and/or upgraded to keep pace with evolving consumer technology trends.

Satellite Connectivity (NTN)

Delivers uninterrupted vehicle connectivity in remote areas where terrestrial network coverage is unavailable.

Product Scalability

Modular and scalable software architecture enables easy porting of OEM applications with shortened time-to-market with reduced development costs.

All-in-One Package Assembly

Integrated antennas and telematics improve vehicle aesthetics and performance, while reducing complexity and costs.

Transformational Usability

Provide end-consumers with unique connected mobility experiences through new and innovative performance integrations such as video conferencing, situational awareness, and high definition gaming.

HARMAN Automotive and Qualcomm Driving the Future of Connected Vehicles

Conformal Smart Antenna Technology

Antennas are mounted directly on the PCB for improved performance while minimizing complexity and cost.

2x cellular
1x Bluetooth/Wi-Fi
1x GNSS

Product Upgradeability

Common footprint to support dual/triple/quad core with progressively higher computing resource
Chipsets support C-V2X (PC5)
Drop-in compatibility to enable 4G to 5G to SatCom

Core TCU Functionality

Supports ethernet, USB & either BT/WiFi or BLE
Supports GNSS
Supports3D Accel/Gyro, HSM, external eMMC

Conformal Smart Antenna Technology

Antennas are mounted directly on the PCB for improved performance while minimizing complexity and cost.

2x cellular
1x Bluetooth/Wi-Fi
1x GNSS

Product Upgradeability

Common footprint to support dual/triple/quad core with progressively higher computing resource
Chipsets support C-V2X (PC5)
Drop-in compatibility to enable 4G to 5G to SatCom

Core TCU Functionality

Supports ethernet, USB & either BT/WiFi or BLE
Supports GNSS
Supports3D Accel/Gyro, HSM, external eMMC

HARMAN Automotive and Skylo Partnership

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SAT COM for Seamless Vehicle Connectivity

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Driving the Connected Future Featuring Ready Connect

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