SKYTERRA Msat G2 Manuel utilisateur
Mobile Satellite Radio
User Guide
Copyright ©2005 MSV
All rights reserved. This publication and its contents are proprietary to Mobile Satellite
Ventures, LP. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any
means without the written permission of Mobile Satellite Ventures, LP, 10802
Parkridge Boulevard, Reston, VA 20191-4334
Mobile Satellite Ventures, LP, has made every effort to ensure the correctness and
completeness of the material in this document. Mobile Satellite Ventures, LP, shall not
be liable for errors contained herein. The information in this document is subject to
change without notice. Mobile Satellite Ventures, LP, makes no warranty of any kind
with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Trademarks
All trademarks, marks, names, or product names referenced in this publication are the
property of their respective owners, and Mobile Satellite Ventures, LP, neither
endorses nor otherwise sponsors any such products or services referred to herein.
MSV is a trademark of Mobile Satellite Ventures, LP.
MCN: 3004073-0001 rev. B
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SAFETY INFORMATION
For your safety and protection, read this entire user manual before you
attempt to use the MSAT-G2 Radio. 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
WARNING
Potential radio Frequency (RF) hazard. Where you see
this alert symbol and WARNING heading, strictly
follow the warning instructions to avoid injury to eyes
or other personal injury.
WARNING
Where you see this alert symbol and WARNING
heading, strictly follow the warning instructions to
avoid personal injury.
DANGER
Electric shock hazard: Where you see this alert
symbol and DANGER heading, strictly follow the
warning instructions to avoid electric shock injury or
death.
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WARNINGS FOR THE MSAT-G2 RADIO
SAFETY INFORMATION
The MSAT-G2 Mobile Satellite Radio is a radio transmitter
and receiver. When turned on and operating, the MSAT-G2
antenna transmits and receives radio frequencies to and
from a satellite orbiting the earth.
Installed and used properly the MSAT-G2 Radio complies
with the following safety standard: “ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992,
Safety Levels With Respect to Human Exposure to Radio
Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3KHz to 300 GHz.”
Testing of the MSAT-G2 Radio design indicates that, in
accordance with ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1992, The MSAT-G2
radio may be operated safely if no one is within 39 inches (1
meter) of the satellite antenna’s transmission path. The
antenna should be installed and operated to ensure that
passersby and passengers of vehicles with vehicle-mounted
antennas will not be closer than the safe distance. There is a
label on the antenna that notifies people of the safe distance.
Please be sure that the label on the antenna remains visible
and attached, If detached replace immediately.
Use of the MSAT-G2 Radio in a manner that is inconsistent
with the safety guidelines stated in this manual may result in
physical harm or other harm to your health.
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 the MSAT-G2 antenna.
OTHER ELECTRONIC DANGER WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not submerse
this product in water. Do not expose this product to rain or
moisture unless it is specifically intended for outside use.
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FUSE REPLACEMENT
Replace fuses with the same type and rating for protection
against risk of fire.
BLAST/RF WARNING
Do not operate the MSAT-G2 Radio in areas where
explosives are in use as the RF energy may cause
hazardous conditions. Do not operate the MSAT-G2
Radio where two-way radios are prohibited. Turn the
MSAT-G2 Radio off while at a petrol filling station or near
fuels or chemicals.
INSTALLATION WARNING
This product is to be installed by Authorized Service
Centers.
The TU requires air cooling. Do not cover the TU or
otherwise impede the flow of air across the unit.
QUALIFIED SERVICE WARNING
Do not disassemble this product as there are no
serviceable parts inside. This product should be serviced
by an authorized Service Center when service or repair
work is required. Personal injury may result if the
transceiver unit or antenna unit is opened when power is
applied.
ACCESSORIES WARNING
Use of non-approved accessories can result in loss of
performance, damage to the MSAT-G2 Radio, fire, electric
shock or injury.
CONNECTING DEVICES WARNING
Never connect incompatible products. When connecting
the MSAT-G2 Radio to any other device, read the device’s
User Manual for detailed safety instructions.
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PACEMAKERS WARNING
The various brands and models of cardiac pacemakers
available exhibit a wide range of immunity levels to radio
signals. If you wear a cardiac pacemaker consult your
cardiologist or the device manufacturer prior to using the
MSAT-G2 Radio.
LIGHTNING PROTECTION WARNING
In fixed-site installations, ensure that ground straps and
lightning arresters are correctly installed in accordance with
approved National Electrical Code standards.
FCC COMPLIANCE
This equipment has been tested and is compliant with the limits for a class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communication equipment. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION ______________________________ I
Warning Symbols Used in this Manual .......................................................... i
Warnings for the MSAT-G2 Radio................................................................ ii
CONTENTS _______________________________________ V
INTRODUCTION ___________________________________ 1
MSAT-G2 Mobile Satellite Radio ................................................................... 1
The MSAT Network – Powered by Mobile Satellite Ventures (MSV) .. 1
MSAT Dispatch Radio ...................................................................................... 1
Service Highlights .............................................................................................. 2
Coverage............................................................................................................. 2
COMPONENTS AND ACCESSORIES____________________ 3
RADIO OVERVIEW _________________________________ 4
Transceiver Unit................................................................................................ 4
Handset ............................................................................................................... 4
Antennas ............................................................................................................. 5
USER INTERFACE (UI) OVERVIEW ____________________ 6
Display................................................................................................................. 7
Indicator Definitions................................................................................. 7
Controls.............................................................................................................. 9
Buttons........................................................................................................ 9
Physical Keys.............................................................................................. 9
Soft Keys...................................................................................................10
Alphanumeric Keyboard Mapping........................................................12
Character Entry.......................................................................................12
Modes ................................................................................................................13
Dispatch Radio Mode.............................................................................13
USER INTERFACE (UI) FUNCTIONS __________________ 15
One-Touch Key Functions............................................................................15
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Lock/Unlock Talk Group.......................................................................15
GPS ON/OFF...........................................................................................15
PTT Operation ........................................................................................15
Audio Indicators......................................................................................16
Main Menu ........................................................................................................17
Handset Lock and Unlock .............................................................................17
GPS Menu .........................................................................................................18
GPS On/Off ..............................................................................................18
Save Position ............................................................................................18
Stored Positions ......................................................................................19
Admin Menu.....................................................................................................19
Volume ......................................................................................................20
DR (Dispatch Radio) Admin .................................................................20
X-Over......................................................................................................21
Backlight ....................................................................................................22
Software Version.....................................................................................23
Serial Port .................................................................................................23
System Menu ....................................................................................................23
Password...................................................................................................24
Lock Code ................................................................................................24
Beam Signal OFF/ON .............................................................................24
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS _______________________ 25
ERROR MESSAGES ________________________________ 26
GLOSSARY ______________________________________ 29
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INTRODUCTION
MSAT-G2 MOBILE SATELLITE RADIO
The MSAT-G2 Mobile Satellite Radio is a powerful new communications tool
that works where you do. Designed for use on the MSAT Network, the
MSAT-G2 supports continent wide Push-to-Talk (PTT) and Voice
communications. In addition, the MSAT-G2 offers GPS capability and flexible
interconnectivity to a variety of third- party Interoperability Interfaces,
extending the reach of traditional Land Mobile Radio technology.
THE MSAT NETWORK –POWERED BY MOBILE
SATELLITE VENTURES (MSV)
Mobile Satellite Ventures is North America’s premier provider of mobile
satellite communications. Delivering service since 1996, MSV offers customers
a wide choice of wireless Voice and Data services via its two MSAT satellites.
MSV provides superior capacity and reliability for customers across North and
Central America, northern South America, the Caribbean, Hawaii and in
coastal waters.
MSAT DISPATCH RADIO
MSAT Dispatch Radio is a real-time, voice-based service that provides point-
to-multipoint and point-to-point communication at the push of a button
enabling users to stay in touch, virtually anywhere. The service is a cost-
effective alternative to installing, maintaining, and relocating land-based two-
way radio communication systems.
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SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS
The satellite acts like a radio tower, turning the entire continent into a
single cell, transmitting signals to and receiving signals from subscribers on
the ground.
Single Talk Group conversations can accommodate up to 9,999 users.
Network level Talk Group prioritization for each radio.
Priority-1 interruption feature enabling a user to override a current
speaker in the event of an emergency.
Dial-in Dispatch feature enabling a user to join a Talk Group conversation
from the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).
Dial-out Dispatch feature enabling a Talk Group member to dial out to a
specific PSTN phone number, bridging the PSTN user into a Talk Group
conversation.
COVERAGE
MSV provides wireless communications on land, sea, or in the air across
North and Central America, northern South America, the Caribbean, Hawaii
and coastal waters.
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