SatDOCK-G 9555 Installation & User Manual
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Data Communications
The SatDOCK-G 9555 provides the convenience of accessing
Iridium data services via the mini-USB connector located on
the bottom of the cradle while the 9555 handset is docked.
You should consult your service provider for full details on the
availability of this service with your account.
Data communication with the 9555 handset provides the
following:
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Ability to issue AT commands directly to the 9555
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Undertake Circuit Switched Data (CSD), Short Burst Data
(SBD) and Short Message Service (SMS) communication
when services are provisioned.
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Access the internet via Iridium Direct Internet 2 or through
a Dial-Up connection
Using the USB Data Port
The Iridium 9555 handset provides a mini-USB port on its side
that allows connection to a PC or laptop for data communication
purpose. For more information on using the 9555 handset’s USB
port, please refer to the 9555 handset user manual.
When the 9555 handset is docked in the SatDOCK-G 9555
cradle, its USB data function is available through the mini-USB
connector, on the bottom of the SatDOCK-G 9555, as shown
below.
Mini-USB
Data Port
To connect a PC/laptop to the SatDOCK-G 9555 bottom mini-
USB port, you will require a mini-USB-B to USB-A data cable.
This cable is included in your original 9555 package.
TIP:
Learn more about Data Services available at:
www.beamcommunications.com
NOTE:
When the 9555 is docked in the SatDOCK-G 9555 cradle
DO NOT
use the USB port on the side of the 9555.
Please use the provided USB port on the underside
bottom of the cradle to ensure correct SatDOCK-G 9555
synchronization and operation.
USB Driver Installation
The SatDOCK-G 9555 USB data port requires an interface
driver to be installed on the user’s computer prior to
undertaking data communication. This driver supports the
following operating systems:
Windows XP (SP3 or above) & Windows Vista 7
You can download the Windows driver for the SatDOCK-G 9555
from
http://www.beamcommunications.com/support/9555sdg
Please note that Iridium only supplies Direct Internet 3 software
for the Microsoft Windows-based operating system.
After the driver is successfully installed, two new serial ports
should appear in the Ports (COM & LPT) section of the
Windows Device Manager as shown below.
Please use the USB Data port for data communication.
The USB Application port is used for SatDOCK-G 9555
configuration via the SDMS.
