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User Guide
ThurayaIP
Satellite Modem
Revision A.1
3500175-0001
Copyright 2008 Hughes Network Systems, LLC.
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Safety Information For your safety and protection, read this entire user guide before you attempt to use ThurayaIP Satellite Modem. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to if necessary. Warning Symbols Used in this Guide This section introduces the various types of warnings used in this document to alert you to possible safety hazards. WARNING Potential radio frequency (RF) hazard. Where you see this alert symbol
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Warnings for THURAYAIP Do not stand in front of the Antenna This device emits radio frequency energy when in the transmit mode. To avoid injury, do not place head or other body parts in front of the satellite antenna when system is operational. Maintain a distance of one meter away from the front of ThurayaIP’s antenna. Properly ground the Antenna Failure to properly ground the optional external antenna may result in severe personal injury or death. Do not attempt to ground th
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In the vicinity of blasting work and in explosive environments Never use ThurayaIP where blasting work is in progress. Observe all restrictions and follow any regulations or rules. Areas with a potentially explosive environment are often, but not always, clearly marked. Do not use ThurayaIP while at a petrol filling station. Do not use near fuel or chemicals. Qualified service Do not attempt to disassemble your ThurayaIP. ThurayaIP does not contain consumer-serviceable components.
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Pacemakers The various brands and models of cardiac pacemakers available exhibit a wide range of immunity levels to radio signals. Therefore, people who wear a cardiac pacemaker and who want to use a Satellite Modem should seek the advice of their cardiologist. If, as a pacemaker user, you are still concerned about interaction with ThurayaIP, we suggest you follow these guidelines: • Maintain a distance of 15 cm between ThurayaIP and your pacemaker; • Maintain a distance of one m
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Contents SAFETY INFORMATION .................................................................................. I WARNING SYMBOLS USED IN THIS GUIDE ............................................................... I WARNINGS FOR THURAYAIP................................................................................ II CONTENTS ................................................................................................... V INTRODUCTION .............................................
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WLAN CONFIGURATION SCREEN ............................................................... 22 WLAN SECURITY SCREEN .......................................................................... 23 ADVANCED SETTINGS SCREEN .................................................................... 24 POINTING SCREEN ..................................................................................... 25 UPGRADING THURAYAIP ................................................................................
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Introduction Your ThurayaIP is a Satellite Modem that provides portable, high-speed data communications via satellite. Using “Always On” technology, you can remain connected to the Internet while only sending or receiving the data that you need at speeds of up to 444kbits/s, just as if you were sitting at your office desk. ThurayaIP works with your computer using an Ethernet, USB or Wi-Fi connection. While ThurayaIP operates very similarly to other data modems that you may be f
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Software Installation and Configuration Your PC must support an Ethernet, USB or Wireless LAN interface to operate with ThurayaIP. The CD ROM contains USB drivers for Windows 2000, XP, Vista and MAC OS10.3 and later operating systems. If you intend to use the ThurayaIP with a USB connection, please insert the CD ROM into the computer and follow the instructions to install the USB driver. MAC users will also need to carry out the following steps after the USB driver install completes:
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STEP 1: SIM INSERTION 1. Unpack the modem and accessories. Your service provider will have provided you with a SIM card. 2. Insert SIM provided by your Service Provider into the SIM holder inside the battery compartment as shown. SIM Insertion Orientation 3. To close the battery door, hook the battery door tab under the edge of the large opening in the enclosure near the data connector ports. Firmly press the battery door into the opening. The seal around the battery door s
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When the GPS icon stops flashing then ThurayaIP has successfully updated its GPS position. STEP 4: DATA CONNECTIONS Connect the ThurayaIP to your PC using Ethernet or USB. It is also possible to connect using the wireless LAN facility, but use one of the wired connections for the first time setup. Data Connections ETHERNET Connect the Ethernet cable to your laptop’s network interface and insert the other end of the connector into the ThurayaIP. Note: Any Ethernet cable can be u
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2. If you have PIN security enabled on your SIM, you will be prompted to enter your PIN before proceeding. Note: You must have a valid GPS location for the compass direction and Antenna Angle to be displayed. If the GPS is not valid, go back to step 3 and allow ThurayaIP to obtain a GPS fix. Compass Direction Antenna Angle Home Page Satellite Location Display 3. Look at the wMMI home page display and note the compass bearings and elevations for both ThurayaIP satellites in the “
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4. Once you have determined the best satellite to use, move the antenna stand to the correct elevation angle using the integrated protractor. Recall that the elevation angle is indicated on the wMMI home page. With the elevation angle correctly set, place the ThurayaIP on a flat surface with the antenna facing in the direction of the satellite as determined in step 3. Protractor 5. You can optimise the receive signal strength by
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Quick Reference This section serves as a reference guide, identifying the key operational aspects of using the ThurayaIP system and the Controls and Indicators on ThurayaIP and their functions. Global Positioning System Operation The ThurayaIP contains an integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver that is used to provide location information. GPS location information is required for system access, and the reception of a new GPS location is attempted automatically every ti
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Integrated Man Machine Interface (iMMI) The ThurayaIP has an Integrated Man Machine Interface (iMMI) which allows you to control the operational features of the terminal without the need of a PC or a browser. The iMMI includes buttons labelled with defining icons, an LCD, and an audible pointing aid integrated into the ThurayaIP itself. The figure below shows the layout of the ThurayaIP iMMI. Menu Power Modify Connect iMMI Button Locations CONTROL BUTTONS The following table gi
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STATUS/MENU DISPLAY The upper level of the LCD displays status messages and menu items. Status messages are summarized in the table below. Display Description Powering Off Displayed while ThurayaIP is powering down Fault {code} A hardware fault exists, preventing operation (see troubleshooting section for code explanations) Too Hot A temporary thermal shutdown is about to occur Battery Hot A temporary thermal shutdown is about to occur due to battery heating No SIM No SIM is detecte
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DATA RATE SELECTION • With the unit in the default status display, press the Menu button. The Change Rate menu option is then displayed. • Press the Modify button. You are then brought to the first value in the series of QoS settings. Change Rate Menu Comment Standard Selects Background QoS for both the transmit and receive directions Tx: 384Kbps Selects 384Kbps Tx Streaming QoS Hidden unless external antenna attached Tx: 16Kbps Selects 16Kbps Tx Streaming QoS Tx: 32Kbps Se
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and transition back to the status display via a short press of the Power button. • When you have found the value you want, press the Menu button. This action selects the new rate. Once you select the rate, you are transitioned to the Rx set of values unless you selected “Standard” in which case you will exit rate selection. • Navigation through and selection of the Rx values is the same as for the Tx values. Use the Modify button to scroll through the list in a circular manner, with c
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DISPLAY ICONS Battery Icon The battery icon displays the estimated life of the battery while under battery power. The battery icon also displays the charging state while under external power. Power Icon The power icon displays the state of the external power input. • On if external power is connected. • Off if external power is disconnected. GPS Icon The GPS icon indicates the state of the GPS information in the ThurayaIP, specifically whether the information is up-to- date or
