Beam PotsDOCK Extreme Manuale di istruzioni
Installation & User Manual
Suitable for the Iridium Extreme
Portable Satellite Telephone
PotsDOCK Extreme
www.beamcommunications.com
2011 Designed and manufactured by
BEAM Communications Pty Ltd
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BEAM PotsDOCK Extreme
Installation and User Manual
Product name: PotsDOCK Extreme
Manual revision: 02
Part Number: USRMAN007302
Release date: February 2012
BEAM Communications Pty Ltd
8 Anzed Court, Mulgrave,
Victoria, 3170, AUSTRALIA
Information furnished by BEAM Communications Pty Ltd is believed to be
accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by BEAM for
its use, or for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties,
which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or
otherwise under any patent or patent rights of BEAM. BEAM reserves the
right to change specications at any time without notice.
Copyright © 2011 BEAM Communications Pty Ltd. All rights reserved
User Information
Please record your serial number here for future reference:
Model: EXTRMPD
Serial no.: PD7
This number can be copied from the white label on the
PotsDOCK Extreme Eg. PD700001
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BEAM Communications
BEAM Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of World Reach
Limited (WRR), listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, is a world leader
in design, manufacture and distribution of specialized communications
equipment for the Iridium Satellite Network.
BEAM’s commitment to be at the forefront has continued to increase
its share of the global satellite communications market. Its premium
distribution network spans the world.
Recognized as a leading provider of satellite communication solutions,
BEAM specializes in Voice, Data, Tracking and customized solutions.
BEAM develops innovative products and services to meet market
demands and niche applications.
BEAM’s leading edge products are deployed in a wide range of markets
including Maritime, Transport, Government, Defence, Mining, Construction,
Forestry, Emergency Services, Relief Aid, Telemetry and Rural Telephony.
Supported by a dedicated team of professionals, BEAM has developed
solid relationships with its peers and network of distributors worldwide.
BEAM Communications Pty Ltd
8 Anzed Court, Mulgrave,
Victoria, 3170, AUSTRALIA
Web: www.beamcommunications.com
Info: info@beamcommunications.com
Support: support@beamcommunications.com
Tel: +61 3 8588 4500
Fax: +61 3 9560 9055
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Contents
BEAM Communications 3
Conventions in this Manual 5
Terminology 6
Package Contents 7
Safety Information 9
About this equipment 14
Installation Guidelines 18
PotsDOCK Extreme Usage 31
Data Communications 50
Assuring Quality of Iridium Service 55
Specication Summary 57
Trouble Shooting 61
BEAM Warranty Conditions 63
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Conventions in this Manual
Warnings, cautions and notes appear throughout this manual and are
represented by following conventions.
WARNING / CAUTION:
This symbol and associated text indicate a warning note providing
information to prevent damage to equipment or personal injury.
NOTE / IMPORTANT / TIP:
This symbol and associated text indicate a note providing general
operating information.
INTERFERENCE:
All wireless phones may get interference, which could aect
performance
RECORD:
Write details of your unit for easy reference when required. Ideal
when troubleshooting.
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Terminology
TERM DESCRIPTION
Eagle Extreme Docks Conguration Tool - MS Windows
Install
GPS Global Positioning System
HF Hands-free
DPL Digital Peripheral Line
SMS Short Message Service
SBD Short Burst Data
Mobile Originating Describes a call initiated by the PotsDOCK
Extreme
Mobile Terminating Describes an incoming call being answered by
the PotsDOCK Extreme
Extreme The Iridium Extreme Satellite Telephone
®The ® symbol, mark and logos are owned
by the respective companies of which the
symbol follows. Any use of such marks by
BEAM Communications is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
RF Radio Frequencies
AT Attention command, modem command set used
for transceiver operation
SMA SubMiniature version A co-axial RF connection
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Package Contents
Check that your PotsDOCK Extreme package contains:
1 x PotsDOCK Extreme Docking Cradle
1 x AC/DC Power Adaptor
1 x DC Power Cable/Fuse Kit
1 x RAM Mount
3 x M4 Screws and washers
Quick Start Guide
User Manual
MyBuddy Card
Optional Accessories
The following optional accessories are available for your PotsDOCK
Extreme
• BEAM Privacy Handset Kit (RST755)
• WHIP Antenna (RST714)
• Magnetic Antenna (RST715)
• Bolt Mount Antenna (RST720)
• Active Antenna (RST740)
• Dual Mode Mast Antenna (RST702)
• Dual Mode Whip Antenna (RST706)
• Man Down Kit (RST410)
• UPS Battery Pack (RST055A)
• Cable kits
See your service provider for pricing and availability of the above
quality BEAM accessories.
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Additional Information
For the latest in supporting software and documentation for PotsDOCK
Extreme please visit: www.beamcommunications.com/support
Data
To use data on the PotsDOCK Extreme, the specic BEAM USB driver must be
downloaded from the above link and installed on the PC connected to the
PotsDOCK.
Alert Loop
To congure the alert loop (remote distress button) functionality on your
PotsDOCK Extreme, you must rst install the Eagle Conguration Tool
software, which also includes the specic BEAM USB drivers.
Other resources available online
• Advanced Conguration – inbuilt to Eagle
• Quick Start Guide & Manual
• Iridium Direct Internet
• Antenna Installation Guide
• AT Command Set
• Iridium Extreme Firmware Upgrade if required
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Safety Information
IMPORTANT!
Please read the following information carefully before installing
and using the BEAM PotsDOCK Extreme. Failing to follow instruc-
tions may compromise the safety of the product and may result
in personal injury and/or equipment damage. Please consult your
supplier if you have any further questions.
WARNING:
DO NOT open equipment. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
If a DC power supply is to be used, its output must comply with the
Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) requirements of IEC60950.
All connectors must only be connected to equipment ports
which comply with the Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV)
requirements of IEC60950.
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WARNING: POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
• Turn your phone OFF and DO NOT remove your battery or
remove the Extreme handset from the cradle when you are in
any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere.
• Obey all signs and instructions.
• Sparks from your battery in such areas could cause an
explosion or re resulting in bodily injury or even death.
• Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often but
not always clearly marked. They include, but are not limited to:
»fuelling areas such as gasoline stations
»below deck on boats;
»fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities;
»areas where fuel odors are present (for example, if a gas/
propane leak occurs in a car or home);
»areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such
as grain, dust, or metal powders;
»any other area where you normally would be advised to
turn o your vehicle engine.
Safety – Iridium Transceiver Extreme
Your Extreme handset is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When
it is ON, it receives and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. (NOTE:
Refer to Iridium Extreme Phone Manual for additional Information)
• The Iridium Extreme handset has a transceiver which is designed to
be used with an external antenna. This antenna transmits RF energy.
The Iridium antenna (tted via an extension coaxial cable to the
cradle) must be located more than > 0.3 meters (1 foot) from human
body (person) when in operation.
• International agencies have set standards and recommendations for
the protection of public exposure to RF electromagnetic energy.
◊ International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation
◊ Protection (ICNIRP) 1996
◊ Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (VDE) DIN-0848
◊ United States Federal Commission, Radio Frequency
Exposure Guidelines (1996)
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