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Trouble Shooting

This chapter provides information to help you 

troubleshoot problems you may encounter 

while running the IsatDock.

Q1

How do I know if my IsatPhone Pro is 

registered on the Inmarsat network?

A

The STATUS LED of the docking station 

will change to GREEN when the handset 

is registered and able to make calls on 

the network. The IsatPhone Pro will also 

indicate “Inmarsat” in the top left corner of 

the screen display.

Q2

The handset and docking station 

turn’s OFF every 20minutes?

A

Ensure the Ignition/Accessories wire 

is connected to power.  If this is not 

connected, or connected to ground the 

docking station will go into sleep mode 

after 20 minutes by default.

Q3

No power on IsatDock.

A

Check power is connected to the 

interface unit. 

Ensure the Connector cable to the IsatDock 

is firmly fitted. 

Check all the connection cables to and 

from the IsatDock.

Q7

B party has “no audio”

A

Privacy Handset must be docked in its cup 

when not in use.  

Check that MUTE is not ON (indicated by 

turning RED) 

Check the signal strength on the handset. 

Ensure the Headset connector at the base 

of the IsatPhone Pro is not obstructed and 

there is no dust or foreign objects in the 

connector socket.

Q8

The docking station appears to be 

cycling ON/OFF and the handset is not 

registering.

A

Ensure the power supply can provide at 

least 3.5A at 12volts. 

If power is being supplied from a battery, 

ensure the connections are tight and the 

contacts are clean.

Q4

The signal bars are low or fluctuating 

and call quality is poor.

A

Ensure all antenna connectors are tight. 

The antenna is operating in a location that 

it can see the satellite and there are no 

obstructions. 

Beam certified antenna cabling is being 

used and there are no sharp bends or cuts 

in the cable. 

If using a fixed passive antenna, ensure it 

is orientated correctly and pointing at the 

satellite.

Q5

I am looking for the latest manuals 

and support information on the 

docking station ?

A

Visit:  http://www.beamcommunications.

com/support/isatdock

Q6

Dropped calls

A

Due to a satellite network when you are 

in motion the satellite signal may become 

obstructed (such as buildings, bridges, 

tunnels, larger vehicles). 

Check the antenna connection. 

Ensure the antenna cable has not been 

damaged. 

Ensure that only approved antenna cable 

has been used. 

Refer to Antenna Install Guide on Beam 

website support.

Summary of Contents for IsatDock MARINE

Page 1: ...IsatDock MARINE User Manual ...

Page 2: ...BEAM Communications Pty Ltd BEAM is believed to be accurate and reliable However no responsibility 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 Copy...

Page 3: ...munication solutions Beam specializes in Voice Data Tracking and customized solutions Beam develops innovative products and services to meet market demands and niche applications Beam sleadingedgeproductsaredeployedinawiderangeofverticalmarkets includingMaritime Transport Government Defence Mining Construction Forestry EmergencyServices ReliefAid TelemetryandRuralTelephony Supported by a dedicated...

Page 4: ... Windows Install SMS Short Message Service Mobile Originating Describes a call initiated by the IsatDock Mobile Terminating Describes an incoming call being answered by the IsatDock IsatPhone Pro The Inmarsat IsatPhone Pro handset The symbol mark and logos are owned by the respective companies of which the symbol follows Any use of such marks by Beam Communications is under license Other trademark...

Page 5: ...enna Cable Kits for Passive Antennas ISD936 10m Passive Cable Kit ISD937 20m Passive Cable Kit Antenna Cable Kits for Active Antennas ISD932 6m Active Cable Kit ISD933 13m Active Cable Kit ISD934 18m Active Cable Kit ISD935 31m Active Cable Kit Additional Accessories RST410 Alert Pendant Kit LTO LeoTRAK Online RST975 RJ11 POTS phone See your service provider for pricing and availability of these q...

Page 6: ...iew 13 Installation Guidelines 14 Routing Cables for vehicle installations Guidelines for Electrical Connections Installation Procedure 15 Installing the IsatDock MARINE Cradle IsatDock MARINE Usage 24 Docking undocking the IsatPhone Pro handset Tracking Alert Configuration optional Operation of the IsatPhone Pro Placing Voice Calls Mute Mode USB Driver Installation Tracking and Alert Operations I...

Page 7: ... serviceable parts inside If a DC power supply is to be used its output must comply with the Safety Extra Low Voltage SELV requirements of IEC60950 Allconnectorsmustonlybeconnectedtoequipment portswhichcomplywiththeSafetyExtraLow Voltage SELV requirementsofIEC60950 POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES Turn your phone OFF and DO NOT remove your battery or remove the IsatPhone Pro handset from the crad...

Page 8: ...0 55 meters of the antenna A person or object within 0 55 meters of the antenna could impair call quality and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than necessary and expose that person to RF energy in excess of that established by the FCC RF Exposure Guidelines As a precaution please maintain the maximum body distance possible from the antenna during call transmission Safety Inma...

Page 9: ... the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device has been design...

Page 10: ...in the air Consult the local Aviation Authority for guidelines on use of the equipment on board an aircraft Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals However certain equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your wireless phone Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six inches 6 be maint...

Page 11: ...the IsatDock MARINE provides an intelligent tracking and alert reporting system that can be easily configured to support periodic polling or emergency alert reporting IsatDock Design Securely holds IsatPhone Pro handset Robust design and construction Key lockable secure mount to wall desk IP54 Rated enclosure Charges IsatPhone Pro handset ready for use Integrated antenna connection Integrated USB ...

Page 12: ...t any time by pressing the Track button on the front of the IsatDock MARINE The Alert mode can be activated on the IsatDock MARINE in the following ways Use the two button press know as the Alert button on the front of the cradle Use an external alert button emergency push button connected to the alert loop Once activated alert messages will be sent to the preset destination continuously until the...

Page 13: ...acy Handset 6 Speaker under handset 7 Microphone 8 Speakerphone Button 9 Key lock 10 IsatPhone Pro Eject Button 11 IsatPhone Pro not included 12 Function Buttons 13 STATUS Indication LED 14 Back Panel Connectors a USB Data Interface b Alert loop connection c RJ11 POTS interface d DC power and accessory input e RJ9 Privacy handset 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 9 14 a b e c d ...

Page 14: ...cle battery are in good working condition Verify that low resistance connections are present between the battery negative terminal the vehicle chassis and the engine block All wire connections should be clean and tight For vehicle installation install provided fuses into the BATT and ignition sense accessory wires WARNING Do not connect the IsatDock power cable to power the unit until the full ins...

Page 15: ...arsat Antennas requires the use of certified satellite and GPS antenna cables to be used These cables are purpose built cables as approved by Beam to manage the power requirements for the antenna system Approved cables can be found at www isatdock com marine 1 Refer to the antennas installation guide for antenna mounting and location requirements 2 Connecttheantennacablelabelled Inmarsat totheante...

Page 16: ...DO NOT pull with force on the cables from the rear of the IsatDock MARINE Please install strain relief clamping for the antenna cables where required Correct installation of the antenna system is a vital part of the IsatDock MARINE system to ensure reliable functionality and drop free calls WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Beam Communications could void the user s authori...

Page 17: ... with plugs As the second bolt is under the IsatPhone Pro access to the bolt is denied when the handset is locked into the cradle Once the dock as been locked onto the mount ing bracket on the wall two security bolts are then slid into place locking the dock to the wall 2b Desk Mounting Orientation The IsatDock MARINE supports a desk mount configuration Depending on the users requirements the dock...

Page 18: ...hillips screwdriver 4 Detach the cup and replace with the spring or springless cup 1 Springless Cup for Normal light use Desk mounted cradle position The springless cup is fitted to the docking station with the mounting clip in a flush position Wall mounted cradle position The mounting clip can be slid out and reversed producing a protruding point that the Privacy handset rests upon For a wall mou...

Page 19: ...g the spring mounting cup To remove the handset from the cup the phone is lifted up against the pressure of the spring until it clears the lower mounting pip and can be removed from the docking station 4 Access to Rear Connector Bay For the IsatDock MARINE the external cable interfaces are at the rear of the docking station The cover panel creates the IP rating for the electrical interface and ret...

Page 20: ...h the action breaks the loop OPEN to activate the alert state Connect the alarm cable directly to the alert loop connection The cable can be extended to long runs up to 45 meters This alert loop can support multiple alert buttons switches wired in SERIES whereby any one of these will OPEN activate the loop when pressed This provides the same functionality as pressing the mute and track button on t...

Page 21: ...ck MARINE 1 Route the wire end of the DC power cable to the connection point 2 Connect the BLACK wire to the negative terminal of the battery 10A fuse recommended or the vehicle chassis if negatively grounded chassis 3 Connect the RED wire to the positive terminal of the battery It is recommended to add the 5A fuse between them supplied 4 Connect the YELLOW wire to the vehicle accessory power If t...

Page 22: ...tenna connections Path B directs cables out the base of the dock while path C results in cables exiting to the side Optional through wall Right angled adapters are optionally fitted to the external antenna connectors to allow routing of cables through a wall A clean installation free of any visible cabling can be achieved with the use of right angled connectors and by running the interface cables ...

Page 23: ... Wall Mounting Orientation The security bolts pass through the docking station and need to be in place to create a seal against the o rings at the rear of the Dock The plugs must also be fitted on the front side of the Dock under the Mounting Cup and IsatPhone Pro 10 Water Resistant IP54 Rating The IsatDock MARINE has an ingress Protection rating of 54 When installing the IsatDock it is important ...

Page 24: ...e antenna connector cavity and run parallel to the top edge of the phone 2 The cover in the base of the phone should be in the a 90 degree opened position 1 3 To dock the handset align the IsatPhone Pro with the phone tray and slide the handset down until it seats flush to the bottom of the tray Swing the phone down into the cradle by applying pressure to the top of the handset An audible click is...

Page 25: ...w flat the battery IsatPhone Pro handset The IsatDock MARINE provides charging power to the IsatPhone Pro handset The IsatPhone Pro battery is a lithium ion cell which has a safety temperature range whilst charging of 0 to 45 degrees Celsius 32 to 113 degrees Fahrenheit Due to the increased heating effects on the IsatPhone Pro handset whilst it is docked and being charged it is ideal for the ambie...

Page 26: ...ode press the speakerphone button and return the privacy handset to its cup RJ11 POTS Phone Use Mobile Originating 1 Lift the RJ11 POTS phone handset OFFHOOK and listen for the dial tone The mute LED will flash yellow to indicate the RJ11 POTS is in use 2 Dial using the full Inmarsat dialing sequence eg 00 country code and telephone number on the RJ11 telephone keypad 3 A message will display on t...

Page 27: ...satdock Mobile Terminating 1 Answer the incoming call by un cupping the privacy handset from its cup 2 Press the RED key on the IsatPhone Pro handset or return the privacy handset to its cup to terminate the call Privacy Handset Use Mobile Originating 1 Remove the privacy handset from its cup 2 Dial using the full Inmarsat dialing sequence eg 00 country code and telephone number on the IsatPhone P...

Page 28: ...y a remote host Rate 1sec off 4sec on etc Clearing an Alert To clear the alert mode press and hold theTrack button for seven seconds A single beep will sound and the LED will show re armed state GREEN Tracking and Alert Operations Enable Tracking Alert The Tracking Alert function is NOT enabled by default and it has to be configured and enabled using the IDMS software via the micro USB connection ...

Page 29: ...ivate the Alert Emergency mode A beep will sound indicating alert emergency mode is activated LED changes from GREEN to solid RED LED changes to flashing RED once the alert has been sent LED will change to slow flashing YELLOW once the remote server has acknowledged receiving the alert Brightness dual button simultaneous press 1 second Out of Call Enter LED brightness change mode Press UP and DOWN...

Page 30: ...ssage acknowledged by remote party server N A MUTE GREEN RED YELLOW WHITE OFF ILLUMINATED N A Outgoing audio is muted N A Outgoing audio is not muted FLASHING N A N A POTS RJ11 in use N A ALTERNATING Error detected in communicating with IsatPhone Pro handset SPEAKER GREEN RED YELLOW WHITE OFF ILLUMINATED Speakerphone mode active N A N A Speakerphone mode inactive 1 Mute 2 Track 3 Speakerphone Butt...

Page 31: ... RF Interference Symptoms of RF interference often resemble those that arise when an antenna 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 frequenc...

Page 32: ...N 600m Adjustable dial ring busy tone configured frequency and adaptive impedance Inmarsat Antenna TNC Female GPS Antenna SMA Female 10 32V DC 4 way microFit AC DC adaptor or DC lead Privacy Handset Port RJ9 connector Configuration Data USB Micro Speakerphone In built speaker microphone Certifications Inmarsat FCC CE Compliance Electrical Safety RoHS IP54 Rating Industry Canada C Tick EMC complian...

Page 33: ...imensions MARINE Dock 2 Physical Dimensions Privacy Handset 3 Physical Dimensions Wall Bracket 268 9mm 100 8mm 188 2mm 42 28mm 49 70mm 27 13mm 206 97mm 500 88mm 175 71mm 243 96mm 53 0mm 53 0mm 51 0mm 69 0mm 80 5mm 80 5mm 23 16mm 47 16mm 60 0mm 69 0mm Ø 5 2mm ...

Page 34: ...nector at the base of the IsatPhone Pro is not obstructed and there is no dust or foreign objects in the connector socket Q8 The docking station appears to be cycling ON OFF and the handset is not registering A Ensure the power supply can provide at least 3 5A at 12volts If power is being supplied from a battery ensure the connections are tight and the contacts are clean Q4 The signal bars are low...

Page 35: ...pection 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 have been altered or repaired by anyone except BEAM Communications unless otherwise stated in writing 5 The warranty is a return to...

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