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iridium RapidSAT 9555

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Iridium 9555 Portable Satellite Telephone

Beam Communications Pty Ltd

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Page 1: ...iridium RapidSAT 9555 Installation User Manual Suitable for the Iridium 9555 Portable Satellite Telephone Beam Communications Pty Ltd ...

Page 2: ...ity is assumed by BEAM for its use or for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of BEAM BEAM reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice Copyright 2009 BEAM Communications Pty Ltd All rights reserved Product name RapidSAT9555 Manual rev...

Page 3: ...ptional accessories are available for your RapidSAT 9555 RST055 UPS Battery Pack UPS Battery Pack Power Output Cable length 150mm RST750 AC 12VDC Adaptor Other USB mini B to USB A data cable See your Service Provider for pricing and availability of these quality BEAM accessories User Information Please record your serial number here for future reference Model RapidSAT 9555 Serial no This number ca...

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Page 5: ... RapidSAT 18 DOCKING UNDOCKING THE 9555 HANDSET 18 OPERATION OF THE RapidSAT 9555 19 CHARGING THE 9555 HANDSET WHILST IN THE RapidSAT 19 MAKING CALLS 20 MUTE FUNCTIONALITY EARPIECE JACK MODE 21 RapidSAT INTERFACE LED 21 DATA COMMUNICATIONS VIA CRADLE USB PORT 22 INSTALLING THE USB CABLE 23 IRIDIUM 9555 DISPLAY DEFINITIONS 26 POWER ON MESSAGES 27 Assuring Quality of Iridium Service 28 Specification...

Page 6: ...mation carefully before installing and using the Beam RapidSAT 9555 Failing to follow instructions may compromise the safety of the product and may result in personal injury and or equipment damage Please consult The supplier if you have any further questions WARNING POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES 1 Turn The phone OFF and DO NOT remove The battery or remove the 9555 handset from the cradle when...

Page 7: ...andards are based on extensive scientific review For example over 120 scientists engineers and physicians from universities government health agencies and industry reviewed the available body of research to develop the updated ANSI standard Do not operate The satellite telephone when a person is within 1 foot 30 centimeters of the antenna A person or object within 1 foot 30 centimeters of the ante...

Page 8: ...rsons with pacemakers Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from their pacemaker when phone is turned ON Should turn the phone OFF immediately if you have any reason to suspect interference is taking place Other Medical Devices Ifyouuseanyotherpersonalmedicaldevice consultthemanufacturer of The device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy The physician may b...

Page 9: ...hould mount the transceiver as far as possible from the guidance system and or braking modulator box usually located in the trunk to minimize any interference Posted Facilities Turn The phone OFF in any facility where posted notices require such as hospitals and onboard aircraft Aircraft Airline regulations prohibit using The phone while in the air Consult the local Aviation Authority for guidelin...

Page 10: ... indicate a warning note providing information to prevent damage to equipment or personal injury NOTE IMPORTANT TIP This symbol and associated text indicate a note providing general operating information INTERFERENCE All wireless phones may get interference which could affect performance RECORD Write details of The unit for easy reference when required Ideal when troubleshooting ...

Page 11: ...izes in Voice Data Tracking and customized solutions Beam develops innovative products and services to meet market demands and niche applications Beam s leading edge products are deployed in a wide range of vertical markets including Maritime Transport Government Defense Mining Construction Forestry Emergency Services Relief Aid Telemetry and Rural Telephony Supported by a dedicated team of profes...

Page 12: ...ellation and noise reduction 9555 handset charging when docked USB data port interface Loud ring indication Optional UPS battery pack Suitable for Vehicle Use The RapidSAT 9555 has the handsfree function integrated in its bag and can be used in a vehicle without installation Suitable for Outdoor Use With the optional RST055 UPS battery pack the RapidSAT can be used in any dry outdoor environment H...

Page 13: ...voices calls The handset enables a private conversation when handsfree operation is not desired USB Data Port A USB data port is provided on the base of the cradle This USB port when used with the Iridium 9555 handset allows data calls via a PC connection Refer to the AT commands guide on the Beam website www beamcommunications com support for Iridium AT modem commands RST055 UPS Battery Pack Opti...

Page 14: ...ys be installed with clear line of site to the sky Please refer to the Antenna Installation Guide on Beam s website Antenna Connection RapidSAT Antenna SIDE A SIDE B Power Connection Note 1 Without UPS Pack Connect power directly to the RapidSAT power input 2 With UPS Pack Connect power to the UPS Pack power input Then connect UPS Pack power output to the RapidSAT power input via the optional cabl...

Page 15: ...the Auto Accessories cigarette lighter cable This allows charging of the UPS Pack whilst the system is in use Functionality is maintained remaining on battery mode when loss of DC power occurs OR 5 Connected directly to the optional UPS Pack installed in Battery compartment AND the UPS Pack is connected to an optional RST750 AC DC adaptor This also provides charging of the UPS Pack whilst the syst...

Page 16: ...ED should be OFF 3 Open the RapidSAT top lid cover 4 Locate the black locking thumb screw on the RapidSAT and unscrew remove and keep nearby 5 With the bag handle facing front unzip the right side end cover of the RapidSAT bag This will reveal the battery compartment zipper 6 Stand the RapidSAT vertical with the battery compartment pointing up 7 Unzip the battery compartment zip 8 Before placing t...

Page 17: ...ly by hand and ensure that the screw point engages over the front panel of the UPS Pack 11 Plug in the short adaptor cable from the main output of UPS Pack to the RapidSAT power input connector 12 Carefully zip up the RapidSAT right side end cover with the cables stored inside the lid 13 RapidSAT is ready for use or the UPS Pack can now be put on charge see UPS Pack instructions ...

Page 18: ...e 9555 1 Ensure the Power ON OFF switch is OFF and the 9555 handset is OFF 2 When removing the 9555 handset from the cradle reverse the above steps ensuring you firmly press the EJECT button on top of the cradle The phone will then pop forward into The hand and can then be removed from the cradle the EJECT button requires firm force to disengage phone Operating RapidSAT WARNING Ensure that the ext...

Page 19: ...ture is reduced CHARGING THE 9555 HANDSET WHILST IN THE RapidSAT OPERATION OF THE RapidSAT 9555 1 Ensure the 9555 handset is switched OFF and the Power ON OFF switch is OFF 2 Ensure antenna on the 9555 handset is not extended 3 Place the handset into the RapidSAT as per the previous instructions 4 Switch the Power ON OFF switch to ON position the green LED on the switch is ON The phone and RapidSA...

Page 20: ...olume of the call can be adjusted using the 9555 volume buttons on the side of 9555 handset Muting Uplink Audio The call can be muted at any time using the Mute button on the cradle when Mute is ON the red LED will illuminate Privacy Handset To switch to the privacy handset release it from the hang up cup When the privacy handset is in use the speaker and microphone operation is disabled To return...

Page 21: ...e an earpiece mic ear bud plugged into the 2 5mm jack at the side of the 9555 handset and subsequently does not use the external microphone or speaker or privacy handset in this mode To enable Earpiece Mode press and hold the Mute button for 1 5 seconds The LED on the Mute button will start flashing orange To exit the Earpiece Mode press the Mute button once The LED will turn OFF NOTE The 2 5mm ea...

Page 22: ...s directly to the 9555 Undertake Circuit Switched Data CSD Short Burst Data SBD and Short Message Service SMS communication when services are provisioned Access the internet via Iridium Direct Internet 2 or through a Dial Up connection The RapidSAT provides a USB port on its cradle located on the underside of the cradle this mini USB interface provides communication to the 9555 for data communicat...

Page 23: ...B connector provided with The 9555 Handset This is mini USB B to USB A data cable This cable is included in The original 9555 package Standard USB2 0 type USB cables can also be used or ordered separately 2 Unzip fully the antenna compartment zip of the RapidSAT 3 Carefully insert the USB cable mini end into the antenna cable hole and pass through about 10 centimeters 4 Use the see through plastic...

Page 24: ...555 from http www beamcommunications com support DIRECT INTERNET 2 Iridium supplies Direct Internet 2 software only for the Microsoft Windows based operating systems MAC USER MacuserswhoarerunningOSXwillrecognizethecradleautomatically and do not require the installation of any device drivers NOTE When the 9555 is docked in the RapidSAT cradle DO NOT utilize the USB port on the side of the 9555 Ple...

Page 25: ... cause any adverse effects to the functional operation of the cradle The following AT commands are affected AT Command Cradle State when docked Limitation AT IPR 6 0 default Auto baud is permanently disabled with the default baud rate set to 19200 See Using the RS232 Communication Port for further information ATEn 1 Echo on is permanently enabled ATVn 0 Numerical responses only AT Cn 0 DCD is forc...

Page 26: ...Status Indicators and Icons The following icons will appear in The display to provide you with various information about the phones activity MAIN SCREEN COMPONENTS IRIDIUM 9555 DISPLAY DEFINITIONS MENU COMPONENTS ...

Page 27: ... and then power the phone on again Check Card The SIM card is damaged or inserted the wrong way Blocked If the SIM card PIN code is incorrectly entered three times in a row The phone becomes blocked Use 05 to proceed to enter the PUK code Blocked If the SIM card PIN2 code is incorrectly entered three times in a row some features e g Fixed dialling become blocked Bad Card See Supplier The SIM card ...

Page 28: ...s they block the signal between the antenna and the satellites Having a completely open view of the sky plays a very important role in maximizing performance as the Iridium satellites cross the sky from North horizon to South horizon during a connected call All surrounding obstructions must be lower than the top of a fist extended at arms length and the bottom of the fist placed on the horizon Iri...

Page 29: ...m phone is being operated with an obstructed view of the sky Some of these symptoms include erratic or no signal strength indication dropped calls or warbled or otherwise distorted voice These symptoms may be intermittent or persistent depending largely on the interference source its distance strength and frequency relative to the Iridium unit Mitigation of RF Interference Iridium Service degradat...

Page 30: ...h 1m 3 3 feet Weight 3kg 6 6lbs Weight does not include a 9555 Handset Battery Pack Environment Specifications Degrees o C Degrees o F Operating Temperature 20 to 60 4 to 140 Storage Temperature 25 to 60 13 to 140 Humidity 85 RH non condensing EMC IEC60945 9 10 Safety IEC EN AS NZ60950 1 When used with optional RST055 UPS Pack Standby time Up to 30 hours Talk time Up to 10 hours Refer to temperatu...

Page 31: ...ge is below 9VDC the cradle will not be switched on even though the green LED is on This is a protection mechanism for low voltage condition Q 9555 handset fails to register with the Iridium service after 30 seconds A Check the antenna cable is connected to the antenna Check the antenna cable is connected securely to the RapidSAT Ensure SIM is inserted in handset Remove the handset from the cradle...

Page 32: ...al strength meter If the signal is weak move the vehicle to a more open area Check the Network Selection settings Check The Operator coverage map Is Restricted displayed Check the Call Barring setting Has a new SIM card been inserted Is it active Q Cannot receive calls A Check the antenna Is it properly mounted Do you have a clear view of the sky Check the signal strength If the signal is weak mov...

Page 33: ...ess OK 3 Enter a new PIN code and then press OK 4 Re enter the new PIN code and then press OK Q The PIN2 is locked A Enter the PIN2 unblocking key PUK2 or contact The ser vice provider Q Cannot cancel call forwarding or call barring A Wait until you are in an area with good network coverage and try again For additional product support BEAM Communications Pty Ltd 8 Anzed Court Mulgrave Victoria 317...

Page 34: ...he Customer BEAM Communica tions will repair or replace at our option any defective product provided that our analysis and or inspection discloses that such defects developed under normal and proper use 4 This warranty does not extend to goods subjected to liquid or particulate ingress extreme humidity misuse neglect accident or improper installation or to maintenance or repair of products that ha...

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Page 36: ...WEB www beamcommunications com EMAIL info beamcommunications com PHONE 61 3 8588 4500 FAX 61 3 8588 4599 AFRICA ASIA AUSTRALIA EUROPE MIDDLE EAST NORTH AMERICA SOUTH AMERICA ...

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