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IsatDock LITE - Installation & User Manual

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Package Contents

Check that your IsatDock LITE package 
contains all of the following items:

 

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 1 x IsatDock LITE docking station

 

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 1 x DC Power Cable / Lead

 

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 1 x Universal Mounting Bracket (RAM)

 

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3 x M4 Screws and washers

 

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1 x Fuse Kit

 

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 2 x Handset Locking Keys

 

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 User Manual

 

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 Quick Start Guide

Falcon Configuration Tool (Falcon)  
is available for download from: 

www.beamcommunications.com/support/
lite

Optional Accessories

The following optional accessories are available 
for your IsatDock LITE
Active Antennas
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ISD710 Maritime Antenna (Active) 

• 

ISD715 Transport Magnetic Antenna 
(Active) 

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ISD720 Transport Bolt Antenna (Active) 

Antenna Cable Kits for Active Antennas
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ISD932 6m cable kit (Active)

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ISD933 13m cable kit (Active)

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ISD934 18m cable kit (Active)

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ISD935 31m cable kit (Active)

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ISD938 40m cable kit (Active)

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ISD942 50m cable kit (Active)

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ISD943 60m cable kit (Active)

• 

ISD944 70m cable kit (Active)

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ISD945 80m cable kit (Active)

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ISD946 90m cable kit (Active)

• 

ISD947 100m cable kit (Active)

Passive Antennas
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ISD700 Directional/Fixed Antenna (Passive)

Antenna Cable Kits for Passive Antennas
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ISD936 10m cable kit (Passive)

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ISD937 20m cable kit (Passive)

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ISD939 30m cable kit (Passive)

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ISD940 40m cable kit (Passive)

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ISD941 50m cable kit (Passive)

Additional Accessories
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ISD955 Privacy Handset 

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ISD951 110-240v AC plug pack 

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RST055 UPS Battery Pack

See your service provider for pricing and 
availability of these quality Beam accessories.

Additional Information

For the latest in supporting software and 
documentation for IsatDock LITE please contact 

www.beamcommunications.com/support/
lite

Other Resources Available Online

- Advanced Configuration – in-built to Falcon
- Quick Start Guide & Manual
- Antenna Installation Guide
- IsatPhone Pro firmware upgrade if required

Summary of Contents for IsatDock LITE

Page 1: ...IsatDock LITE User Manual ...

Page 2: ...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 Copyright...

Page 3: ...nication 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 t...

Page 4: ...ng Terminology TERM DESCRIPTION Falcon Falcon Configuration Tool MS 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...

Page 5: ...it Active ISD935 31m cable kit Active ISD938 40m cable kit Active ISD942 50m cable kit Active ISD943 60m cable kit Active ISD944 70m cable kit Active ISD945 80m cable kit Active ISD946 90m cable kit Active ISD947 100m cable kit Active Passive Antennas ISD700 Directional Fixed Antenna Passive Antenna Cable Kits for Passive Antennas ISD936 10m cable kit Passive ISD937 20m cable kit Passive ISD939 30...

Page 6: ...Routing Cables for vehicle installations Guidelines for Electrical Connections Installation Procedure 14 Installing the IsatDock LITE Cradle Connecting Power to the Dock IsatDock LITE Usage 18 Docking undocking the IsatPhone Pro handset Operation of the IsatPhone Pro Placing Voice Calls Privacy Handset Use Optional Accessory Mute Mode USB Driver Installation Configuration using Falcon Configuratio...

Page 7: ...eable 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 cradle when...

Page 8: ...person is within 55cm of the antenna A person or object within 55cm 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 T...

Page 9: ...ment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or 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 ...

Page 10: ... installed and portable wireless equipment in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area If in vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates serious injury could result Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy Your physic...

Page 11: ...r use IsatDock LITE Design Slimline design High quality ABS plastic Single action insertion mechanism Insertion guides Single button release Key lockable RAM universal mounting bracket Integrated cable assemblies Robust GSPS GPS antenna connection Accessible control buttons Power 10 32V DC Input 110 240V AC plug pack optional Buttons on Dock In call mute Ring tone selection In call volume up down ...

Page 12: ...satPhone Pro not included 5 IsatPhone Pro Docking Tray 6 Function Buttons 7 Status Indication Light 8 Power Cable Loom a Power Supply b Satellite TNC Female Connector c GPS SMA Female Connector 9 RAM Mounting 10 RJ9 Privacy Handset Connection 11 Micro USB Data Connection 3 2 4 5 6 7 1 9 10 11 8 c b a ...

Page 13: ...er solenoid Always select a point as close as possible to the battery Connect the negative primary power leads to a good ground point on the vehicle chassis or at the battery If you must attach the negative primary power lead s directly to the negative pole of the battery you may optionally insert a 10 amp fuse not included into the ground 0V line Failure to insert a fuse can cause equipment to ov...

Page 14: ...ll the external Beam antenna 3 Connect the privacy handset ordered as extra option 4 Connect the DC power cable When selecting a location for the IsatDock LITE cradle consider these guidelines Ensure that each mounting surface is strong enough to support the cradle Allow enough room so that you can easily insert the IsatPhone Pro handset in and out from the cradle Ensure that the IsatDock LITE is ...

Page 15: ...Correct installation of the antenna system is a vital part of the IsatDock LITE system to ensure reliable functionality and drop free calls WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Beam Communications could void the product warranty WARNING To satisfy FCC RF exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices a separation distance of 55 cm or more should be maintained between t...

Page 16: ...nting bracket space plate screws washers and nut bolts 2 Mount the handset cup to the mounting plate it can be installed to the left or right side of the dock by simply rotating the bracket Secure the cup with the washer and nut bolt behind the bracket 3 screws M4 x 14 3 Mount the spacer plate and the mounting bracket to the rear of the IsatDock LITE by using the longer screws provided with the ki...

Page 17: ... the handset is removed from the cup Please ensure to re dock the Privacy Handset when not in use are completed 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 a 5A fuse supplied between them 4 Connect the YELLOW wire to...

Page 18: ... is heard when the phone is in the docked position 4 To remove the handset from the cradle press the EJECT button at the top of the docking station The dock will swing out and the handset can be removed IsatDock LITE Usage Docking undocking the IsatPhone Pro handset ToplacetheIsatPhoneProintothedockingunit both the covers ontheexternalantennaconnectorsand theUSB Audioconnectorsneedtobeopened 1 The...

Page 19: ...or the IsatPhone Pro to turn ON This charging period can take up to 20 minutes depending on how flat the battery Operation of the IsatPhone Pro Prepare the Inmarsat IsatPhone Pro Ensure that the IsatPhone Pro Handset has the latest compatible firmware installed For more information visit www beamcommunications com support lite Starting Up 1 Retract the antenna on the IsatPhone Pro handset 2 Place ...

Page 20: ...ce of the IsatDock LITE a RED LED will illuminate the Mute button to confirm that the IsatDock LITE is muted 2 To exit the mute mode press the mute button once USB Driver Installation The IsatDock LITE 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...

Page 21: ...maintenance NOTE Entering the firmware upgrade mode will be accompanied by a long beep followed by three short beeps Configuration Using Remote Commands Configuration instructions or Remote Commands can be sent to the terminal via SMS and most settings are supported that are normally accessible from Falcon Please refer to the Falcon user manual for more information NOTE Due to memory limitations i...

Page 22: ...set with each press Brightness dual button simultaneous press 1 second Out of Call Enter LED brightness change mode Press UP and DOWN arrows to vary intensity Mode will automatically exit after 5 seconds after the last button press All LED s will change to WHITE and a single beep will sound when entering brightness change mode A short double beep will sound when exiting change mode IsatDock LITE B...

Page 23: ...requency interference from other electronic devices This problem is more evident when numerous antennas and broadcasting devices are located within close proximity to each other Symptoms of 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 indi...

Page 24: ...MA TNC cable kit Active ISD945 80m SMA TNC cable kit Active ISD946 90m SMA TNC cable kit Active ISD947 100m SMA TNC cable kit Active ISD936 10m SMA TNC cable kit Passive ISD937 20m SMA TNC cable kit Passive ISD939 30m SMA TNC cable kit Passive ISD940 40m SMA TNC cable kit Passive ISD941 50m SMA TNC cable kit Passive ISD955 Privacy Handset RST055 UPS Battery Pack ISD951 110 240v AC plug pack Specif...

Page 25: ...IsatDock LITE Installation User Manual 25 1 Physical Dimensions LITE Dock 2 Physical Dimensions Privacy Handset 169 71 229 12 81 74 42 63 ...

Page 26: ...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 turning 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...

Page 27: ...on disclose 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 If a product has been tampered with...

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