ComCenter II User Guide v1.3
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Testing Your Setup
After installing and applying power, the ComCenter II visual and audible indicators let you know
overall system status and health.
Checking Signal Strength & Satellite Visibility
With proper antenna installation and visibility to the Iridium constellation, the ComCenter II GREEN
satellite indicator will be illuminated and solid (i.e., not blinking). Allow 5 to 10 minutes after power is
first applied for system initialization and network registration.
The ComCenter II embedded webpage also includes event logs and real-time diagnostics that are
useful for monitoring system operation and checking signal strength during installation and over
time. See the
section if this indicator continues to blink or blinks periodically.
POTS/RJ-11 Voice Connection
A dial tone will be present when the optional POTS-connected equipment goes off-hook, indicating
proper system operation, and a call can be placed. Otherwise, there will be a busy signal or other
error tone sequence. The blue phone LED indicator will also light when a voice call is in process.
Privacy Handset Voice Connection
When READY is displayed on the optional Privacy Handset, the system is able to make a call. Remove
the Handset from the hang-up cup and a dial tone will be present, indicating a call can be placed.
The blue phone LED indicator will be lit when a voice call is in progress.
Iridium’s Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellation requires antennas to have a
360
⁰
view of the sky with no obstructions 8.2
⁰
above the horizon in any direction.
