Beam PotsDOCK 9555 Bedienungsanleitung

iridium PotsDOCK 9555
Installation
& User Manual
Suitable for the Iridium 9555
Portable Satellite Telephone
Beam Communications Pty Ltd

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iridium PotsDOCK 9555
Installation and User Manual
BEAM Communications Pty Ltd
8 Anzed Court, Mulgrave,
Victoria, 3170, AUSTRALIA
Information furnished by BEAM Communications Pty Ltd (BEAM) 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 © 2010 BEAM Communications Pty Ltd. All rights reserved
User Information
Please record your serial number here for
future reference:
Model: PotsDOCK 9555
Serial no.:
This number can be copied from the white label on the
PotsDOCK 9555
Eg. PD500001
Product name: PotsDOCK 9555
Manual revision: 05
Part Number: USRMAN004705
Release date: August 2010

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BEAMCommunications
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 vertical 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: [email protected]
Support: [email protected]
Tel: +61 3 8588 4500
Fax: +61 3 9560 9055

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ConventionsinthisManual
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, this could affect performance.
RECORD:
Write details of your unit for easy reference when required. Ideal
when troubleshooting.
Terminology
TERM DESCRIPTION
PDMS PotsDOCK Management System - MS Windows Install
POTS Plain Old Telephone Service
RJ11 Connector type and reference for the POTS telephone port
SMS Short Message Service
SBD Short Burst Data
Mobile
Originating
Describes a call initiated by the PotsDOCK
Mobile
Terminating
Describes an incoming call being answered by the PotsDOCK
9555 The Iridium 9555 Satellite Telephone
On-hook RJ11 POTS Phone handset is hung up.
Off-hook RJ11 POTS Phone handset is picked up.
® 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.
REN Ringer Equivalent Number (REN) is a number denoting the electrical
load a telephone ringer has on the line.
RF Radio Frequencies
AT AT tension
SMA SubMiniature version A co-axial RF connection

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PackageContents
Check that your PotsDOCK 9555 package contains:
1 x PotsDOCK 9555 Docking Cradle
1 x AC/DC Power Adaptor
1 x DC Power Cable / Lead
1 x RAM Bracket
3 x M4 Screw Set
User Manual
Quick Start Guide
Optional Accessories
The following optional accessories are available for your PotsDOCK 9555
• Beam Privacy Handset Kit (RST755)
• Antenna / Cables
• Man Down Pendant Kit / Cable Kit
• Bluetooth® Audio Headset (RST725)
See your service provider for pricing and availability of these quality
BEAM accessories.
Additional Information
For the latest in supporting software and documentation for PotsDOCK
9555 please visit
www.beamcommunications.com/support/potsdock9555
DATA
To use data on the PotsDOCK, the specic Beam USB driver must
be installed on the PC connecting to the PotsDOCK, downloaded
from the above link.
ALERT/TRACKING
To congure the alert / tracking functionality on your PotsDOCK,
you must rst install the PotsDOCK Management System (PDMS)
software, which also includes the specic Beam USB drivers.
OTHER RESOURCES AVAILABLE ONLINE
- Advanced Conguration – inbuilt to PDMS
- Quick Start Guide & Manual
- Iridium Direct Internet
- Antenna Installation Guide
- AT Command Set
- 9555 Upgrade if required

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Contents
BEAM Communications 3
Conventions in this Manual 4
Terminology 4
Package Contents 5
Optional Accessories 5
Additional Information 5
Safety Information 8
WARNING: POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES 8
Safety – Iridium Transceiver 9555 9
Electronic Devices 10
Pacemakers 10
Other Medical Devices 10
Vehicles 10
Posted Facilities 10
Aircraft 10
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag 10
About this equipment 11
POTSDOCK 9555 KEY FEATURES 11
Tracking / Alert Monitoring 12
LeoTRAK-Online Global Tracking Portal 12
Equipment Overview: 13
Installation Guidelines 14
Routing Cables (for vehicle installations) 14
Guidelines for Electrical Connections 15
Installation Procedure 16
Installing the PotsDOCK Cradle 17
Cradle Mounting 17
Iridium Antenna connection 18
GPS Antenna connection (optional) 18
RJ11 / POTS Telephone (optional) 19
External Alert Button (optional) 19
Privacy Handset (optional – extra order) 20
Preliminary Testing 21
Prepare the Iridium 9555 Handset 21
Connect Power 21
Wiring for a Marine Application 22
PotsDOCK 9555 Usage 23
Docking & undocking your 9555 handset 23
Removing the 9555 from vehicle 23
Call Testing 24
Bluetooth® Conguration (Optional) 25
Bluetooth® Headset Conguration 25
Tracking & Alert Conguration (Optional) 25
Operation of the PotsDOCK 9555 26
Starting Up 26
Charging the Iridium 9555 Handset 26

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Placing Voice Calls 27
RJ11 POTS Phone Call – Mobile Originating 27
RJ11 POTS Phone Call – Mobile Terminating 28
A Bluetooth® Phone Call - Mobile Originating 28
Bluetooth® Phone Call – Mobile Terminating 29
Privacy Handset Use 29
Mute & Earpiece-Jack Mode 30
Mute functionality 30
Ringer Selection 30
Earpiece-Jack Mode 31
Tracking & Alert Operation 31
Enable Tracking & Alert 31
Send Tracking position 31
Activate Alert Mode 32
Clearing an Alert 32
PotsDOCK Front Panel 33
Data Communications 34
Using the USB Data Port 34
USB Driver Installation 35
AT Commands 36
Setting the Baud Rate 36
Iridium 9555 Display Denitions 37
Power-On Messages 38
Assuring Quality of Iridium Service 39
Obstructions 39
Cabling 39
RF Interference 40
Symptoms of RF Interference 40
Mitigation of RF Interference 40
Specication Summary 41
Electrical & Environmental Specications 41
Cradle Mounting Dimensions 43
PotsDOCK Dimensions in millimeters 43
Trouble Shooting 44
For additional product support: 46
Beam Warranty Conditions 47

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SafetyInformation
IMPORTANT!
Please read the following information carefully before installing and
using the Beam PotsDOCK 9555. Failing to follow instructions 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.
The PotsDOCK 9555 is a low power docking station for the 9555
handset. When ON, it will charge the 9555 handset whilst docked in
the PotsDOCK 9555.
Refer to the appropriate section of this PotsDOCK 9555 Installation &
User Manual for additional safety information.
◊ Store the system in a cool and dry area.
◊ Do not submerge the system in water.
◊ Do not place foreign metal objects or debris in the system. If debris
enters into the system, please return to factory for service.
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 except the RJ11 line socket must only be connected
to equipment ports which comply with the Safety Extra Low Voltage
(SELV) requirements of IEC60950.
WARNING:
POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
• Turn your phone OFF and DO NOT remove your battery or
remove the 9555 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 off your vehicle engine.

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Safety – Iridium Transceiver 9555
Your 9555 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 9555 Phone Manual for additional Information)
◊ The Iridium 9555 handset has an in-built Iridium 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)
♦ National Radiological Protection Board of the United
Kingdom, GS 11, 1988
♦American National Standards Institute (ANSI) IEEE. C95.
1-1992
These standards are based on extensive scientic review by
scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, government
health agencies, and industry groups. They review the available
body of research to develop ANSI standard. These ANSI standards
are reviewed regularly for research development.
◊ Do not operate your satellite telephone when a person is within
1 foot (30 centimeters) of the antenna. A person or object within
1 foot (30 centimeters) of the antenna could impair call quality
and may cause the phone to operate at a higher power level than
necessary and expose that person to RF energy in excess of that
established by the FCC RF Exposure Guidelines.
◊ As a precaution, please maintain the maximum body distance
possible from the antenna during call transmission.
WARNING: ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRST!
Do not use a hand-held cellular terminal, satellite phone or mobile
when driving a vehicle, unless it is securely mounted in a holder
for speaker phone operation. Before making a call with a handheld
terminal, satellite phone or mobile, park the vehicle stationary.
Please obey local road laws for hands-free speakerphone operation.
Speakerphones (hands-free) must be installed by qualied personnel.
Faulty installation or operation can constitute a safety hazard.
IMPORTANT!
Cellular & Satellite terminals or mobiles operate using radio
signals and communication networks. Because of this, the connection
cannot be guaranteed at all times or under all conditions. Therefore,
you should never rely solely upon any wireless device for essential
communications, for example emergency calls.

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Electronic Devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals.
However, certain equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals
from your wireless phone.
Pacemakers
The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a
minimum separation of six inches (6”) be maintained between a wireless
phone’s antenna and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the
pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with the independent
research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.
Persons with pacemakers:
◊ Should ALWAYS keep the phone more than six inches from their
pacemaker when phone is turned ON
◊ Should turn the phone OFF immediately if you have any reason to
suspect interference is taking place
Other Medical Devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of
your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy.
Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn your phone OFF in health care facilities when any regulations
posted in these areas instruct you to do so. Hospitals or health care facilities
may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded
electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or
its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the
manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.
Performance of electronically controlled brake and/or guidance systems
can, under certain unique conditions, be subject to interference by mobile
radio operation. Although the transceiver exceeds all requirements
regarding RF emissions, you should mount the transceiver as far as
possible from the guidance system and/or braking modulator box
(usually located in the trunk) to minimize any interference.
Posted Facilities
Turn your phone OFF in any facility where posted notices require such
as hospitals and on-board aircraft.
Aircraft
Airline regulations prohibit using your phone while in the air. Consult
the local Aviation Authority for guidelines on use of the equipment on
board an aircraft.
For Vehicles Equipped with an Air Bag
An air bag inates with great force.
Do NOT place objects, including both installed and portable wireless
equipment, in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area.
If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag
inates, serious injury could result.
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