Chapter 2: To get started
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To unpack and assemble the EXPLORER 710
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To detach the antenna (optional)
You have two options for using the EXPLORER 710 antenna:
•
Attached
. You can go through the pointing process with the antenna and transceiver
attached as one unit. This means you have to move the entire terminal in order to point the
antenna towards the BGAN satellite. If you choose this option, make sure you connect all
cables including the short antenna cable, and enter the PIN, before pointing the antenna. If
not, you may accidentally move the antenna when you connect cables or enter the PIN.
•
Detached
. You can detach the antenna
module and use it as a separate antenna.
With the antenna separated from the
transceiver, it is easier to use the transceiver
without accidentally moving the antenna.
Also, you can choose the optimum location
for the antenna while keeping the transceiver
in a more comfortable location.
To detach the antenna, do as follows:
1. Locate the slide locks on the bottom of the terminal.
2. Press and slide the locks outwards while lifting the
transceiver to release it from the antenna bracket.
3. Remove the transceiver from the antenna bracket.
4. To move the antenna and transceiver further apart,
disconnect the short antenna cable and connect a
longer antenna cable between the antenna and the
transceiver.
Important
Do
not
place the transceiver in front of the antenna module!
The antenna emits radio frequency energy, which can affect the transceiver.
Transceiver
Antenna
