Iridium Pilot TPIM1301, Installation Manual, Page: 9 / 70

1: INTRODUC
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Iridium Pilot Land Station Installation Guide
WARNING
Exposure to radio frequency energy (RF) from the antenna may cause thermal injuries including
tissue damage from increased heating and body temperature. Do not substitute any antenna
for the one supplied or recommended by the manufacturer or radio dealer. Substitution of
antennas could cause exposure to excess radio frequency radiation which could result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING
ODU must be properly mounted and secured to location. Failure to do so could result in
detachment of the unit, causing disruption in operation of the unit, or danger from a falling unit,
which could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Damage to the paint coating may allow rust to the ODU which could result in
failure of the ODU. This in turn could cause disruption in operation of the Iridium Pilot Land Station
device or danger from a falling unit. Avoid damaging the paint coating. If damage occurs, re-apply
appropriate anti-corrosion paint. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
Blasting Areas
WARNING
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, do not use device in “blasting area” or in areas
posted: “Turn off two-way radio.” Obey all signs and instructions. Failure to do so could result
in serious injury or death.
3. Overview of Operation
Iridium’s constellation consists of 66 low-earth orbiting (LEO), cross-linked satellites operating as a fully meshed
network and supported by multiple in-orbit spares. Iridium has gateways in Arizona and additional telemetry,
tracking and control facilities in Canada and Norway. It is the largest commercial satellite constellation in the world.