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User Manual Satellite IP Modem Revision K
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Copyright 2005 Hughes Network Systems, LLC All rights reserved. This publication and its contents are proprietary to Hughes Network Systems LLC. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of Hughes Network Systems, LLC, 11717 Exploration Lane, Germantown, Maryland 20876. Hughes Network Systems, LLC has made every effort to ensure the correctness and completeness of the material in this document. Hughes
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SAFETY INFORMATION For your safety and protection, read this entire user manual before you attempt to use the Regional BGAN Satellite IP Modem. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary. WARNING SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL 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
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General Handle your Satellite IP Modem with care. The enclosure is weather resistant per IEC 60529 IP44; however do not submerge the unit or expose it to severe rain storms. Avoid exposing your Satellite IP Modem to extreme hot or cold temperatures. The operating temperature range of the Satellite IP Modem is -10ºC to +55ºC. Avoid placing your Satellite IP Modem close to cigarettes, open flames or any source of heat. Changes or modifications to the Satellite IP Modem not expressly appro
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pacemaker and who want to use a Satellite IP Modem should seek the advice of their cardiologist. If, as a pacemaker user, you are still concerned about interaction with the Satellite IP Modem, we suggest you follow these guidelines: Maintain a distance of 15 cm between the Satellite IP Modem and your pacemaker; Maintain a distance of one meter away from the front of the Satellite IP Modem’s antenna; Refer to your pacemaker product literature for information on your particular device. If y
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION ...............................................................................................................................I WARNING SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL ..........................................................................................................I WARNINGS FOR THE SATELLITE IP MODEM ............................................................................................................I TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................
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Pointing ...............................................................................................................................................25 Security Management ......................................................................................................................26 Home...................................................................................................................................................27 Status Window..................................
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INTRODUCTION Your Inmarsat Regional BGAN Satellite IP Modem 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 144kbits/s, just as if you were sitting at your office desk. The Satellite IP Modem works with your computer using one of three common networking connections: Universal Serial Bus (USB), Ethernet or Bluetooth™ wireless te
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Phase 2 Coverage Area with I4 Satellites The coverage map shows the region where satellite coverage is possible with the two new Inmarsat I4 satellites. Note that the actual ability to get Regional BGAN service in this coverage area is dependent upon a variety of factors, including licensing conditions, and the figure does not represent a guarantee of service in any particular location (contact your Service Provider for the latest information on service coverage). R-BGAN Satellite IP
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FIRST TIME SET-UP This section guides you through the process of setting up and configuring your Satellite IP Modem for the first time. The steps presented should be followed in the order given. When you are finished, your computer and Modem will both be set up and ready to use. Regional BGAN Satellite IP Modem UNPACKING Unpack the modem and accessory box items. Regional BGAN Satellite IP Modem AC Mains Power Adapter and cable (100 – 240 VAC) Rechargeable Lithium Ion Batte
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MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS AND SOFTWARE INSTALLATION You must have a desktop or laptop Personal Computer (PC) running one of the following supported operating systems: ® Windows NT 4.0 (service pack 3) Windows 98 second edition Windows 2000 Windows ME Windows XP Macintosh OS X v10.1 or later Your PC must have a CD-ROM drive in order to run the software installation programme. The computer must also have one of the following supported Internet browsers. If you do not cu
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SATELLITE IP MODEM SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Insert the installation CD into the CD-ROM drive of your PC or Macintosh computer to initiate the ® software installation. If the programme does not automatically begin, use your Windows Explorer utility to find setup.exe on the installation CD. Double-click that programme to start the installation process. Follow the steps provided by the Installation Wizard. When installing the Satellite IP Modem Software for Macintosh, a new volume will appear o
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LAUNCH PAD -- QUICKSTART WIZARD The Satellite IP Modem Launch Pad menu is displayed once you complete the installation steps and click the Installation Wizard Finish button with Start the Launch Pad enabled. Alternately, the Launch Pad can be started by double-clicking on Desktop Icon the Satellite IP Modem desktop icon. Choose View QuickStart Wizard from the Launch Pad menu. This option leads you through the steps necessary to connect your Satellite IP Modem with the BGAN network
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STEP 1: UNPACK THE SATELLITE IP MODEM 1. Unpack the modem and accessories. Battery, AC mains power adapter, USB and Ethernet cables are included with the modem. 2. Your service provider will have provided a SIM and configuration instructions separately. 3. Insert SIM in SIM holder, then insert the SIM holder into the modem as shown below. STEP 2: UNPACK THE SATELLITE IP MODEM – POWER 4. Insert Battery after the SIM has been installed. 5. Plug in Power cable and char
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STEP 3: CONNECTING THE SATELLITE IP MODEM TO YOUR PC 1. Place Satellite IP Modem outside on a flat surface with a clear view of the sky. 2. Power up Satellite IP Modem by pressing the Power button. 3. Choose one of the following options to connect your PC to the Satellite IP Modem: USB Ethernet Bluetooth IMPORTANT: You must disconnect any existing LAN connections on your PC before proceeding with installation. You must verify that the proxy server settings in your browser a
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STEP 4: CONNECTING USING ETHERNET 1. Connect the blue Ethernet cable to your laptop’s network interface and insert the other end of the connector into the Satellite IP Modem. 2. To check the active interface, press and hold the SELECT button for a few seconds. If the Ethernet light flashes red then Ethernet is already selected. If not, press the SELECT button once or twice as needed to change the selection to Ethernet. After a short pause, the Satellite IP Modem will restart with the E
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STEP 5: GPS LOCATION 1. The Satellite IP Modem is now attempting to locate itself using GPS. This may take up to five minutes. It is important that the Satellite IP Modem is placed away from buildings, trees and other obstacles that might block a clear view of the sky. Wait – Power light alternating Proceed – Power light red / amber alternating green / amber 2. When the power light changes from a red/amber flash to an amber/green flash proceed to the next step. If the power light i
