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Hermes Manual 1.0.1
Adding Devices and Targets to Forwarders
Once a Forwarder has been created, devices and targets can be added.
1.
Select a Forwarder from the list
2.
Click and the Source Devices tab will appear. Select the devices you wish to forward
3.
Click again, the target to receive messages is available. The Hermes IMEI is entered
here.
4.
Click
and you will be prompted to save the additions to your forwarder.
Additionally, the Test Forwarder button will send a test message to the Hermes to be received
by the device, confirming its Iridium connectivity.
Deployment of the Hermes
The Hermes contains GPS and Iridium antennas, as well as a rechargeable lithium battery. No
external equipment is required for use, but is recommended for longer deployments and
searches:
A combination NMEA/Charge cable for output and recharging via wall outlet
A device to receive NMEA messages from the Hermes for chart-plotting
An RS-422 converter if sending NMEA strings to a computer
To deploy the Hermes, ensure that the top of the device, which is where the antennas are
located, has a clear view of the sky. Outside on the deck of a boat would be sufficient.
Testing the Installation
Test the installation by checking the destinations to which the Iridium account is sending
notifications. XeosOnline will display the last known position of the Hermes as well as the
timestamp of the GPS position. As beacon positions are sent, Hermes will receive and display
those positions, and overwrite previous positions as they are received.
