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Thuraya XT-DUAL basics
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On which networks does Thuraya XT-DUAL work?
Thuraya XT-DUAL is a dual-mode phone which works either in GSM-mode (900/1800/1900
MHz) or in SAT-mode throughout the whole coverage area of the Thuraya satellites. This
duality of GSM and SAT-mode provides highest flexibility to find available networks wherever
you are.
2.
What is the IP64/IK03 standard?
IP and IK are international industrial standards referring to degrees of ‘ingress protection’ for
electrical devices. The IP standard is defined in the international standard IEC 60529
(equivalent of the European standard EN 60529). The IK standard is defined in the international
standard IEC 62262:2002 (equivalent of the European standard EN 62262):
IP64 standard:
First digit:
6
4
Dust tight. No ingress of dust.
Second digit: 6
4
Splash resistant. Protected against splashed water from all directions. Splashed water cannot
harm the operation of the phone.
IK03 standard:
Shock proof. Phone can withstand impacts of up to 0.35 joule.
3.
Other satellite phones lose the satellite signal while walking or moving fast.
What about XT-DUAL?
The Thuraya XT-DUAL uses an advanced technology to combine the strength of the Thuraya
satellites with the purpose designed handset antenna in order to provide full walk-and-talk
capability.
