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Remote Satellite Data Module

RST600

Installation and

User Manual

Beam Communications Pty Ltd

Summary of Contents for RST600

Page 1: ...Remote Satellite Data Module RST600 Installation and User Manual Beam Communications Pty Ltd ...

Page 2: ...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 RST600 Installation User Ma...

Page 3: ... 9 INSTALLING THE RST600 10 MOUNTING THE RST600 11 CONNECTING THE ANTENNA CABLE 12 CONNECTING THE POWER DATA CABLES 14 SPECIFICATION SUMMARY 16 RS232 SPECIFICATION 17 PHYSICAL CONNECTION 17 RS232 PORT SIGNAL SUPPORT AND HANDSHAKING 17 RS232 PORT ELECTRICAL PARAMETERS 18 DATA CONNECTIVITY 18 9522B PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS 19 CONNECTOR SPECIFICATIONS 21 MOUNTING BRACKET PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS 23 TRO...

Page 4: ...N it receives and sends out radio frequency RF signals The design of your RST600 system complies with international safety standards Refer to the appropriate section of the RST600 User Manual for additional relevant safety information WARNING Do not open equipment There are no user serviceable parts inside If a DC power supply is to be used and connected to the DC leads its output must comply with...

Page 5: ...utions Beam specializes 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 dedic...

Page 6: ...d associated text indicate a warning note providing information to prevent personal injury or damage to equipment Note 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 your unit for easy reference when required Ideal when troubleshooting 6 ...

Page 7: ...ndard interface to the Iridium network a satellite based wireless communications network that enables remote communication The RST600 allows the connection of standard data terminals and other telecommunications devices The RST600 from Beam Communications brings you all the convenience and ease of use of a Data Service anywhere in the world using the Iridium Satellite system The data services avai...

Page 8: ...command set 1 x AC Mains 12VDC Plug Pack Optional Beam Accessories RST710 Fixed Mast Antenna RST715 Magnetic Mount Antenna RST720 Bolt Mount Antenna RST985 Serial to USB Converter Cable See your Service Provider for pricing and availability of these optional accessories Note The RST600 is supplied with the ability use a fixed mounting plate with the supplied D25 connector for serial data and power...

Page 9: ...x power connector to connect to DC power supply Compact Installation Standard Installation using Base plate Iridium Antenna Connector SIM card Housing IDC 26 way Data Power Connection GPS Antenna Connector DB 25 way Connects to main cable loom 25 Way Connector Iridium Antenna Connector GPS Antenna Connector 4 4 28VDC 9 pin serial connector for data 9 ...

Page 10: ... install remove the SIM card 2 Once the cover is removed slide the plastic SIM card holder sleeve opposite direction of the arrow to release it from the locked position 3 Insert the SIM card as shown with the golden connectors facing inwards and the cut corner of the SIM card facing uppermost 4 Close the plastic sleeve down and slide in the direction of the arrow until you feel it click into place...

Page 11: ...y as a compact standalone module The base mounting plate provides 3 slots 4mm for screwing for securing the base plate to an appropriate surface to hold the transceiver module The screws should be installed to avoid contact with any of the cable assemblies attached to the module For quick installation the RST600 is supplied pre assembled base plate to 9522B as shown above 11 ...

Page 12: ...cable connector is between 7 to 10 INCH POUNDS of torque 81 to 110 N cm for those who prefer metric measures If this value is exceeded its quite possible to break the connector in the transceiver Please note that if found the antenna connector has been damaged due to over tightening this will void the warranty on the Transceiver 5 It is advisable to always install the RST600 in a location that min...

Page 13: ...ansmit cycle there will be some energy at the Iridium frequency which may adversely affect the AGC system of some GPS receivers NOTE THE TRANSCIEVER MODULE DOES NOT HAVE A GPS ENGINE INSIDE The GPS antenna input is feed through only You will need your own GPS device to make use of the GPS antenna connector The RF interface of the GPS feed through connector is summarized in Table 9 below General RF...

Page 14: ...inal or logging device DTE as required 5 The RST600 is now ready for use The unit should be installed to ensure that the connectors remain accessible after installation for ease of service or disconnection when required If using the DC Lead please ensure that the DC battery power supply is within the specifications required in the Specifications section WARNING The 9522B is intended to be supplied...

Page 15: ...corporates 6 mounting holes on its bottom surface that can aid in its mounting See 9522B Physical Specifications Rear Mounting Specification Note Do not alter the cables provided or attempt to use different cables as part of the installation for power and data consult Beam Technical Support for further assistance www beamcommunications com WARNING The 9522B is intended to be supplied from a limite...

Page 16: ...C ambient Operating Humidity Range 25 75 RH non condensing Storage temperature 40C to 85C Weight 0 6 kg 600 grams Transceiver Only 420 grams Dimensions 82 x 186 x 30mm RF Interface L Band Transceiver Frequency range 1616MHz to 1626 5MHz Average Power 7W during a transmit slot max Average Power 0 6 W during a frame typical Receiver Sensitivity 118 5 dBm at 50W typical Receiver Spurious Rejection at...

Page 17: ...ction Description 1 DCD RST PC Data Carrier Detect 2 RXD RST PC Received Data 3 TXD PC RST Transmitted Data 4 DTR PC RST Date Terminal Ready 5 GND Signal Ground Common 6 DSR RST PC Data Set Ready CTS and DCD 7 RTS PC RST Request to Send 8 CTS PC RST Clear to Send 9 RI RST PC Ring Indicate RS232 Port Signal Support and Handshaking The Data port supports full software XON XOFF handshaking on data AT...

Page 18: ...ensitivity RS232 compliant Data Connectivity To connect your RST600 to a PC or laptop connect the 9 pin serial plug from your RST600 interface cable to a 9 pin Male port on your PC or laptop If you do not have a serial port on your PC laptop an RST985 Serial to USB Converter Cable is available from your supplier For information on how to setup a data call to from your RST600 or information on send...

Page 19: ...ue Length 162mm 6 38 Width 81mm 3 16 Depth 28mm 1 10 Weight approximate 420g Rear Mounting Specification It is recommended that a thread forming screw be used to mount the 9522B LBT via these features Particularly a Textron Camcar Taptite II Thread Rolling Fastener of M3 5x0 6 thread type is recommended This fastener has a 15IP Torx Plus pan head and is available in lengths of 6 8 12 16 and 20 mm ...

Page 20: ...r 3BE P814 00 3BE P8123 00 3BE P815 00 3BE P816 00 3BE P8124 00 3BE P817 00 and 3BE P818 00 respectively A 10IP Torx Plus flat head version is also available in a single length of 1 2 inch as part number 3BE P801 00 Another 6 32 thread type option is to insert a helical coil insert with a 6 32 internal thread into these features thus accommodating 6 32 threaded fasteners as mounting hardware for t...

Page 21: ... digital audio output from LBT 12 DF_DTR Data Fax Data Terminal Ready input to LBT 13 DF_RI Data Fax Ring Indication output from LBT 14 DPL_RX Digital Peripheral Link UART data input to LBT 15 DF_RTS Data Fax Request to Send input to LBT 16 DF_DSR Data Fax Data Set Ready output from LBT 17 DF_S_TX Data Fax UART data input to LBT 18 DF_CTS Data Fax Clear to Send output from LBT 19 DF_DCD Data Fax D...

Page 22: ... Terminal Ready input to LBT 20 DPL_RX Digital Peripheral Link UART data input to LBT 21 DF_DSR Data Fax Data Set Ready output from LBT 22 DF_CTS Data Fax Clear to Send output from LBT 23 0V Signal ground 0V signal reference and return 24 DA_RX PCM digital audio input to LBT 25 0V Signal ground 0V signal reference and return Antenna Connector The 9522B LBT provides a single 50 Ω SMA type antenna c...

Page 23: ...RST600 INSTALLATION USER MANUAL Mounting Bracket Physical Specifications 23 ...

Page 24: ...600 A Check that the correct cable is used on the correct port and that the bit rate is set the same for both PC and RST600 Q Your PIN is blocked A Check Card or Insert Card Check the card is inserted correctly Check the contacts of the card are clean Clean the chip with a soft cloth See your Service Provider if continues Enter the PIN unblocking key PUK1 or contact your service provider Q Your PI...

Page 25: ...hone is powered on 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 move the antenna to a more open area Check the Call Forwarding and Call Barring settings Q You can t make international calls A Have you included the relevant codes Press and hold the key to display the international dialling prefix and then enter the appr...

Page 26: ...ations to the Customer BEAM Communications 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 produc...

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