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Globalstar
GSP-2800/2900
Fixed Satellite Phone
User Guide
Reception zone
RAU
10 10
(Mount RAU for
clear view of sky
and horizon)
Pole not
supplied
Junction box
Telephone
(outside wall)
Inside
Building
RAU cable
(outside line)
12V power
Telephone cable
Ground wire
supply
(inside line)
(outside line)
Power cable
(inside line) Ground level
Ground rod
052AB_1999Q
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This guide is based on a version of the QUALCOMM Globalstar GSP-2800/2900 Fixed Satellite Phone. QUALCOMM reserves the right to make changes in technical and product specifications without prior notice. QUALCOMM Incorporated 5775 Morehouse Drive, San Diego, CA 92121-1714 Document Number 80-25808-1EN Rev. A Model Number CKABS0001 Copyright 1999 QUALCOMM® Incorporated. All rights reserved. This technology was exported from the United States in accordance with the Export Administration Regulatio
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Contents Cautions and Warnings ...................................................vii Understanding Your Telephone .....................................ix Introduction ........................................................................1 About the QGFSP .............................................................1 Using your telephone effectively ......................................2 Understanding the QGFSP Installation ........................ 3 What your installer does ...............
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List of Figures Telephone showing relevant user features.......................... ix A roof installation ...................................................................3 v
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Cautions and Warnings Cautions and Warnings Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this document could void your warranty for this equipment. Warning Do not operate the QUALCOMM Globalstar GSP-2800/2900 Fixed Satellite Phone (QGFSP) during an electrical storm. Do not allow anyone to install, use, or service any portion of the QGFSP during an electrical storm (thunderstorm). vii
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Cautions and Warnings viii
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Your Telephone Understanding Your Telephone Figure 1. Telephone showing relevant user features Refer to Figure 1 to obtain a better understanding of the various parts of your telephone. If your installation includes a telephone from QUALCOMM, the diagram should match your telephone. If you elected to purchase your own telephone, the features labeled in this diagram may appear differently, depending on the particular model. For more details, see the book that came with your telephone. ix
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Understanding Your Telephone x
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Introduction Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your QUALCOMM Globalstar GSP-2800/2900 Fixed Satellite Phone! About the QGFSP The QUALCOMM Globalstar Fixed Satellite Phone (QGFSP) is easy to use, versatile, and dependable. It combines the ready availability of a two-wire telephone interface with the superior performance of a state-of-the-art digital wireless technology known as Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA), and the Globalstar system. Your QGFSP consists of the follow
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Using your telephone effectively To obtain best results and optimum service from your telephone, follow these guidelines: Do not use the telephone if it appears to be damaged. Speak directly into the telephone’s mouthpiece. Note The outdoor components of the QGFSP (the RAU, junction box and cabling) are designed for outdoor use, and, if properly installed, will not be harmed by weather. The telephone and the power supply are designed for indoor use and should be sheltered from the
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QGFSP Installation 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 * 0 # 1 Understanding the QGFSP Installation This section explains the installation of the components of the QGFSP and includes some detail about the installed equipment. Reception zone RAU 10 10 (Mount RAU for clear view of sky and horizon) Pole not supplied Telephone Ground wire Inside (outside line) Building RAU cable (outside line) Junction box (outside wall) 12V power supply Telephone cable Ground wire (inside line) (outside line) Power cable Gro
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If you have problems with the QGFSP components, contact your service provider. When installation is complete, you will have one or more telephone jacks on the inside of your building. What your installer does Your service provider will perform the QGFSP installation and may supply a telephone as part of your QGFSP installation. Radio antenna unit (RAU) The RAU, which acts as a radio receiver and transmitter, connects the telephone with the Globalstar satellites. It is essential that
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QGFSP Installation Power supply The power supply is selected by the service provider and the installer based on the availability of power at your location. The power supply provides +12 volts to the 553AB_1999Q junction box and RAU. QUALCOMM sells a power supply for use with the QGFSP. If you do not have a reliable source of AC power, your service provider may have elected to provide power by another means such as a solar panel system or a gas generator. QUALCOMM does not sell these alte
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You can connect one or more telephones to your QGFSP. When using several telephones, an individual telephone should be 0.5 to 1.5 REN (ringer equivalency number). The REN of the telephone is usually on the bottom of the telephone. Add the REN of all the telephones you intend to use. The total REN of all telephones that you connect to your telephone wiring must not exceed 5.0 REN. (You can discuss this requirement with your service provider.) Activate the QGFSP When the building was wired t
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QGFSP Installation Types of calling tones When you listen to the handset, you may hear any of the following tones: Tone Description Ring A ringing sound from your telephone announces an incoming call. Dial A steady tone indicates the phone is ready to use. Busy/ A tone advising that the call did not go Reorder through. This is because: The number dialed is busy No lines are available You are not connected to Globalstar Service. Try the number again later. Intercept An alternating ton
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Using Your QGFSP Using Your QGFSP The QGFSP acts like a conventional wireline telephone, with one exception: after you dial a number there is a pause, then the QGFSP will attempt to place the call. After you have dialed the number, you can press the # key to begin the call process without waiting for the pause to end. Note You should expect excellent sound quality from your QGFSP. However, sound quality is a function of both your telephone and the rest of the installed QGFSP components. I
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Ending a call To end a call (hang up) replace the handset in its cradle. Be sure the handset is seated properly in the cradle. Receiving a call When you have an incoming call, the telephones connected to the QGFSP will ring. To answer the call, pick up any handset and speak into it. Note If the person at the other end of the call hangs up, the call is ended. Note When placing a call, if you do not hear a dial tone after lifting the handset, see the chapter on Troubleshooting. 10
