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Iridium 9555 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Iridium 9555 Satellite Phone User Manual REMOTE SATELLITE SYSTEMS (888) 989-8199 www.remotesatellite.com support@remotesatellite.com...
  • Page 2 9555 Handset User’s Manual web: www.iridium.com email: Info@iridium.com toll free: +1.866.947.4348 phone: +1.480.752.5155 REMOTE SATELLITE SYSTEMS 1455 North Dutton Ave Suite A Santa Rosa, CA 95401 (888) 989-8199 www.remotesatellite.com support@remotesatellite.com H2UG0901...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.1 Safety .
  • Page 4 Placing a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . 1 0 Receiving a Call .
  • Page 5 Using the Messages Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1 Locating the Messages Menu . . . . . . . . . 7 . 1 About the Messages Menu .
  • Page 6 Using the Call History Menu . . . . . . . . . . 10.1 Locating the Call History Menu . . . . . . . 10 . 1 About the Call History Menu .
  • Page 7 Select the Date Format . . . . . . . . . . 11 . 1 5 Selecting the Display Language . . . . . . 11 . 1 7 Setting Backlights .

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Iridium satellite network from any point on the globe . The information presented in this document is intended to form the basis of the 9555 Handset User Guide . The information given describes the procedures for operation of the handset and the facilities available 1 .

  • Page 10: Safety

    Iridium 9555 Handset 2 Safety Safety Important: Read this information before using your satellite phone . Exposure to Your satellite telephone is a low power radio transmitter and receiver . When it is ON, it Radio receives and also sends out radio frequency Frequency (RF) signals .

  • Page 11: Specific Absorption Rate Data

    Iridium 9555 Handset 2 Safety health agencies and related industries . The design of your phone complies with these standards when used as described under Phone Operation on page 2 . 3 . This product is compliant with Industry Canada RSS-102 for RF Exposure .

  • Page 12: Antenna Care

    Iridium 9555 Handset 2 Safety in positions and locations (e . g . , at the ear and worn on the body) that conform to a uniform testing methodology determined by an expert standards body . The highest SAR level recorded from this product was 0 .869 mW/g for a 1g...

  • Page 13: Batteries

    . Wearing the phone on the body can interfere with proper phone operation, since the antenna requires a clear unobstructed view of the sky to access the Iridium® satellite network . Batteries WARNING! All batteries can cause property damage, injury or burns if a...

  • Page 14: Driving

    Iridium 9555 Handset 2 Safety Driving Check the laws and regulations on the use of wireless telephones in the areas where you drive . Always obey them . Many local governments prohibit the use of mobile telephones while driving . Observe the following guidelines when using your phone while driving .

  • Page 15: Aircraft

    Iridium 9555 Handset 2 Safety Hearing Aids Some digital wireless phones may interfere with some hearing aids . In the event of such interference, you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives . Other Medical Devices...

  • Page 16: Blasting Areas

    Iridium 9555 Handset 2 Safety Blasting To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn your phone OFF when in a “blasting area” Areas or in areas posted: “Turn off two-way radio . ” Obey all signs and instructions . Potentially Turn your phone OFF and do not remove your...
  • Page 17 Export This product is controlled by the export laws and regulations of the United States of Compliance America . The U . S . Government may restrict the Information export or re-export of this product to certain individuals and/or destinations . For further information, contact the U .

  • Page 18: Overview

    3 Overview Overview Guide This chapter provides a complete tour of the 9555 Handset . You will discover all the features Overview and components that you need to operate your phone to its full potential . For ease of use, the chapters in this manual are divided by menu options .

  • Page 19: Phone Overview

    Iridium 9555 Handset 3 Overview Phone Front view Overview Earpiece On/Off Button Status Indicator LED Convenience Volume Keys Display Left Soft Key Right Soft Key 2-way Navi-key Red Key Green Key Key pad WXYZ PQRS « ∆ Microphone 3 .2...
  • Page 20 Iridium 9555 Handset 3 Overview Side View Convenience Volume Up Key Volume Down Key DC Power Jack Headset Jack Mini USB Socket 3 . 3...
  • Page 21 Iridium 9555 Handset 3 Overview Back View Auxiliary Antenna Speaker Docking Connector Phone Battery Latch Battery Pack 3 .4...

  • Page 22: Accessories

    . • Includes five international plug adapters for use around the world . • Allows you to use the 9555 portable phone while recharging the battery . The battery should not be allowed to discharge fully . 3 . 5...
  • Page 23 Iridium 9555 Handset 3 Overview Headset The convenient headset provides both an earphone and microphone in one small piece for simple hands-free and private telephone conversations . The headset plugs directly into the jack on the right side of your phone .
  • Page 24 . Auxiliary Antenna Adaptor Allows you to easily attach the auxiliary antenna to the back of your Iridium 9555 handset . The auxiliary antenna allows for in-vehicle use of your Iridium handset . 3 . 7...

  • Page 25: Indicators

    Iridium 9555 Handset 3 Overview Indicators Status Indicator LED Status Indicator LED The status indicator at the top of the phone, has the following meanings: LED is ... Indicates Alternating Call in progress; ringing, red and green dialling or in call .
  • Page 26 Iridium 9555 Handset 3 Overview Display Status Indicators and Icons The following icons will appear in your display to provide you with various information about the phone’s activity . Main Screen Components Message Icons: Indicates keypad Indicates a message is locked...

  • Page 28: Getting Started

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Getting Started Using the You will receive a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card with your phone . The SIM card is a SIM Card smart card that contains your service details and memory for storing phone book entries and messages .

  • Page 29: Insert The Sim Card

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Insert the SIM Card Remove the SIM card from the larger card . Remove the battery as shown on page 4 .4 . Slide the SIM card into the SIM card slot . Follow the card orientation shown on the decal .
  • Page 30 WARNING! To prevent injuries or burns, do not allow metal objects to contact or short circuit the battery terminals . • Use Iridium approved battery chargers • Use Iridium approved batteries • Maintain the battery at or near room temperature when charging •...

  • Page 31: Battery Pack Information

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Remove and The back panel of the phone is the battery pack . You will need to remove the battery pack to Install the insert the SIM card or replace the battery . Battery Pack...
  • Page 32 Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started To Install the Battery Pack: Align the battery pack pegs with the slots on the bottom of the battery compartment . Rotate the top end of the battery pack into the handset . Press the battery until it is flush with the case .

  • Page 33: Charging The Battery

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Charging Use the AC travel charger or auto accessory adapter to charge the 9555 Handset . the Battery Note: The battery should only be charged in environments between 0°C(32°F) to 45°C(113°F) . Charge the Battery Pack Connect the travel charger or auto accessory adapter to the phone .

  • Page 34: Checking Battery Charge Level

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Checking Low Battery Warning When the battery is low and only a few Battery minutes of talk time remains, your phone will Charge Level indicate this in two ways: The battery charge indicator appears continuously in the upper right hand corner of the display .

  • Page 35: Power-On Messages

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Power-on Once your phone is on, one of the following messages may appear . Messages Message Directive Bad Card See Supplier . Your SIM card has been damaged or incorrectly issued . Contact your service provider for information .
  • Page 36 Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Message Directive PIN 2 Blocked When the PIN2 number has been entered incorrectly three times in a row, the phone will automatically block the PIN . To unblock the PIN2 enter the PUK2 code for the phone by entering **052* from the main screen .

  • Page 37: Placing A Call

    : 00 or + [country code] [phone number] . Country code Phone number Number: including area + 1 888 555 1212 code Options Clear Note: All Iridium subscriber numbers begin with county code of 8816 . 4 . 1 0...
  • Page 38 Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Number: + 1 888 555 1212 Options Clear Press the green key . Alert Deploy the antenna Note: You will receive and make sure it is this message when oriented towards the antenna is not...
  • Page 39 Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started If the call does not connect, one of the following messages will appear . Message Directive Busy Try Later The phone is unable to Or Please Try Later access the network . Try again in a few minutes...

  • Page 40: End A Call

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started End a Call Call ended Press the red key . Re-dial Last Number Called Number: + 1 888 555 1212 Options Clear green Press the key twice 4 . 1 3...

  • Page 41: Receiving A Call

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Receiving Before you Receive a call: • The phone must be powered on a Call • A valid SIM card must be inserted • Phone is unlocked • The phone must be connected with...
  • Page 42 Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Answering the Call With the Antenna Extended Extend the antenna directly up prior to rotating left or right . When the antenna is fully extended you will see 2 lines at the base of the antenna .
  • Page 43 Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Receiving a Call With the Antenna Stowed The phone will display the alert - or you’re prompted to extend the antenna . The phone displays Call Attempt Call Attempt. Mute Speaker WXYZ PQRS Extend the antenna directly up prior to «...
  • Page 44 Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Phone displays Connected Connected Speaker Mute WXYZ PQRS « ∆ If the call does not connect properly, the following message will appear: Message Directive Call Failed The antenna is not properly positioned or the network signal is not strong enough .

  • Page 45: Muting A Call

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Muting a For privacy during a call, use the mute feature . You will hear the party on the other end, but Call they will not hear you . To mute the call: Press the left soft key .

  • Page 46: Speaker Volume

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Speaker The speaker volume can be adjusted either while on a call or via the Volume and Tones menu Volume located under the Setup Menu . • Increase the speaker volume by pressing the upper volume control key, during a call .

  • Page 47: Ringer Volume

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Ringer The ringer volume may be adjusted via the Volume and Tones menu located under the Volume Setup Menu . • Increase the ringer volume by pressing the upper volume control key . •...

  • Page 48: Unanswered Calls

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started Unanswered If you are away from your phone or choose not to answer a call the screen displays the Calls number of missed calls . Messages from Missed Calls If you are not able to answer your phone, or are...

  • Page 49: Unlocking The Keypad

    Iridium 9555 Handset 4 Getting Started The main screen will now have a lock symbol . 16:28 14-May-08 Menu Help Unlocking the Keypad Keypad Unlocked Keypad Unlocked Unlock Help Press the left soft key labeled Unlock. Press the * key . A...

  • Page 50: Using Menus And Keys

    Iridium 9555 Handset 5 Using the Menus and Keys Using Menus and Keys Many of the phones features are organized into lists of options called menus . Use the phone keys to navigate these menus . Using the The Soft Keys...

  • Page 51: Using The Menus

    New Entry Iridium 9555 Handset 5 Using the Menus and Keys The Keypad Save Clear The numbered and alphabetized keys make up the Keypad. Use the keys to enter text, numbers and punctuation marks into various fields in display screens . See page 5 .4 for...
  • Page 52 Iridium 9555 Handset 5 Using the Menus and Keys To Access Main Menu Options Starting from the Main Menu, use the 2-way Menu navi-key to scroll to the My Phonebook SIM Phonebook Messages desired menu option Voicemail Data Modem until it is highlighted .

  • Page 53: Entering Characters

    Iridium 9555 Handset 5 Using the Menus and Keys Entering Many of the menu screens will have fields where you need to enter information such as Characters names and addresses . To enter this information you will need to use the keys on the keypad .
  • Page 54 Iridium 9555 Handset 5 Using the Menus and Keys To enter characters: Enter a character by New Entry pressing the appropriate keys on the keypad . See keypad Save Clear guide below . The cursor will move to the next character position .
  • Page 55 Iridium 9555 Handset 5 Using the Menus and Keys Entering Punctuation Pressing * (star) key will take you to a symbols menu with a list of the most commonly used punctuation marks and symbols . Using the 2-way navi-key cycle...
  • Page 56 Iridium 9555 Handset 5 Using the Menus and Keys Entering Numbers and symbols into text There my be times when you need to add numbers into a message that you are writing . For example, to send someone a phone number as part of a text message .
  • Page 57 Iridium 9555 Handset 5 Using the Menus and Keys Options Send Insert symbol The Options screen Enter letters Save as draft will appear . Using the Exit 2-way navi-key scroll Select Back until Enter letters is highlighted . Press the left soft key labeled Options .

  • Page 58: Using The Phonebooks

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Using the Phonebooks Your satellite phone has two primary Organizing My phonebooks: My Phonebook and SIM Phonebook . Phonebook My Phonebook can store up to 100 names and numbers and is completely editable by you .

  • Page 59: Locating My Phonebook

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Locating Starting from the main screen: My Phonebook Registered 16:28 14-May-08 Menu Help Press the left soft key, labeled Menu . The Main Menu will now be displayed, Menu with My Phonebook Note:...

  • Page 60: Add A New Entry

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Add a New To add information to the Phonebook, use the Entry to My Menu New option . Start at the My Phonebook Phonebook SIM Phonebook Main Menu, with My Messages Voicemail Phonebook highlighted:...
  • Page 61 Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks My Phonebook New Entry Status Select Back Press the left soft key, labeled Select. The New Entry screen will now be displayed WXYZ PQRS New En with a list of icons « ∆...
  • Page 62 Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Use the 2-way New Entry navi-key to scroll to Mary Smith each field and the +9373354415 +9373321234 keypad to enter +123456789 +1112223333 information into the msmith@aol.com Save Clear fields . Note: While entering or...

  • Page 63: Locating Entries

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Locating Starting at the Main Menu, using the 2-way Entries Menu navi-key, highlight the My Phonebook SIM Phonebook Messages Phonebook you wish Voicemail Data Modem to use . Call History Setup Select Back Press the left soft key, labeled Select .

  • Page 64: Calling An Entry

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Calling an Starting at the Main Menu, using the 2-way Entry Menu navi-key, highlight the My Phonebook SIM Phonebook Messages Phonebook you wish Voicemail Data Modem to use . Call History Setup Select...

  • Page 65: Using The Short Message

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Note: If your antenna is Alert Deploy the antenna not extended you and make sure it is oriented toward the will receive an alert message telling you to extend the antenna . Calling followed by...
  • Page 66 Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Bob Smith Call Use the 2-way navi- Edit key until SMS is Delete Memory Status highlighted . Notes Select Back Press the left soft key, labeled Select. Note: If an entry has more than 1 number i .e .
  • Page 67 Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Sending an SMS Starting at the SMS Options Menu: Options Send Insert symbol Enter digits Save as draft Exit Select Back While Send is highlighted press the left soft key, labeled Select .
  • Page 68 Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Adding an SMS Recipient Starting at the SMS Options Menu: Options Send Insert symbol Enter digits Save as draft Exit Select Back While Send is highlighted press the left soft key, labeled Select .

  • Page 69: Edit An Entry In My Phonebook

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Send To New Recipient +18665551212 Send Once you are satisfied with the recipient(s) press left soft key labeled Send. Edit an Entry To change information in the Phonebook, use the in My Menu Edit Option .
  • Page 70 Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks The Edit screen will appear . Edit the entry as needed by using the 2-way navi-key to Edit Bob Smith scroll to the required +9373354415 +9373321234 field(s) . Use the side +123456789 volume keys to +1112223333 bsmith@aol.com...

  • Page 71: Delete An Entry

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Delete an To remove an entry in the Phonebook, use the Entry Menu Delete Option . Start at My Phonebook SIM Phonebook Messages the Main Menu: Voicemail Data Modem Call History Setup Select...
  • Page 72 Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Delete Entry You will receive a Are you sure you want to delete Bob Smith? message asking if you want to delete the entry . Press the left soft key labeled Yes .

  • Page 73: Viewing Memory Status

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Viewing Use this feature to see how many phonebook Memory memory locations are Status available in the SIM card Menu memory and phone My Phonebook SIM Phonebook memory . Start at the Messages...

  • Page 74: Adding Notes To A

    Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks The Phonebook Phonebook Status Status will now be Space on SIM: Used 0 out of 5 displayed showing Space on phone: Used 0 out of 100 the space on the SIM and the phone Back memory .
  • Page 75 Iridium 9555 Handset 6 Using the Phonebooks Bob Smith Call Edit Delete Memory Status Use the 2-way navi- Notes key until Notes is Select Back highlighted . Press the left soft key labeled Select. A text screen will now Best time to reach appear .

  • Page 76: Using The Messages Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Using the Messages Menu Locating Starting from the main screen: Messages Registered Menu 16:28 14-May-08 Menu Help Press the left soft key labeled Menu . Note: Menu My Phonebook All instructions SIM Phonebook...

  • Page 77: Create And Send A New Email Message To An Address

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Create and Send a New Email Message to an address not in your phonebook Starting at the Main Menu with Menu Messages highlighted: My Phonebook SIM Phonebook Messages Voicemail Data Modem Call History...
  • Page 78 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Options The Send option Send Insert symbol should be highlighted, Enter digits Save as draft if not use the 2-way Exit navi-key to scroll until Select Back it is highlighted . Press the left soft key, labeled Select to send the message .
  • Page 79 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Send To In the Number field, Number: after the prefix of oo or +, enter *2 . Clear press the left soft key labeled OK . WXYZ PQRS Send To « ∆...
  • Page 80 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Messages Create message option Create Message Inbox (1 unread) should be selected, if Drafts Settings not then use the 2-way navi-key to scroll until Select Back it is highlighted . Press the left soft key, labeled Select .
  • Page 81 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu A Send To screen will Send To New Recipient now appear . Press the right soft key, labeled Add. Select Recipient Use the 2-way Enter Number Ada Adams navi-key to highlight WXYZ...
  • Page 82 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Select Recipient Enter Number The Phonebook Ada Adams Bob Smith Cat Steven screen will appear Davy Jones Eddy Fisher with the recipient’s Select Back name highlighted . To add another recipient, using the...

  • Page 83: About Sms Messaging

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu About SMS How Your Phone Notifies You of Messages If your phone is powered on, it notifies you of Messaging received messages in the following ways: • An alert sounds and/or the phone vibrates .

  • Page 84: Using The Inbox Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Using the You will be able to perform the following functions using the inbox: Inbox Menu • Read a message Message Reply • Reply to a message Forward Call • Forward a message...

  • Page 85: Reply To Sender

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Use the 2-way navi-key Inbox to highlight a message . Text message Text message Text message Press the left soft key labeled Read to view the selected message . Read Back Press the right soft...

  • Page 86: Forward A Received Message

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Message Enter your reply . +18665551212 Press the left soft key, Options Back labeled Options. Options The Send option Send Insert symbol WXYZ PQRS should be highlighted, Enter digits Save as draft...
  • Page 87 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Message Reply Use the 2-way navi- Forward Call key to scroll until Save number Delete Delete All Forward is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key, labeled Select . Options...
  • Page 88 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu If the recipient has more then one number listed, the +9373354415 +9373321234 recipient’s +123456789 +1112223333 information screen bsmith@aol.com will appear . Use the Select Clear 2-way navi-key to scroll to the desired number you would like to forward to .

  • Page 89: Save A Number From A

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Call a Number From a Received Message While reading the Message screen: Message +18665551212 Options Back Press the left soft key labeled Options. Message Reply Forward Use the 2-way navi- WXYZ PQRS...

  • Page 90: Delete A Message

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Message Reply Forward Call Use the 2-way Save number Delete navi-key to scroll Delete All until Save number is Select Back highlighted . Press the left soft key, labeled Select . Delete a Message...

  • Page 91: Text Message

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Use the 2-way navi-key Inbox to scroll to the desired Text message Text message Text message text message . Press the left soft key, Read Back labeled Read to view the selected message .

  • Page 92: Using The Drafts Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Using the To edit and send a stored messages, use Drafts Menu Menu the Draft menu . Start at My Phonebook SIM Phonebook Messages the Main Menu with Voicemail Data Modem Messages highlighted:...
  • Page 93 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Edit Edit your message here When you are Options Clear finished editing press the left soft key, labeled Options. Options The Send option Send Insert symbol should be highlighted, Enter digits Save as draft...
  • Page 94 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu If the recipient has more then one number listed, the +9373354415 +9373321234 recipient’s +123456789 +1112223333 information screen bsmith@aol.com will appear . Use the Select Clear 2-way navi-key to scroll to the desired number you would like to forward to .

  • Page 95: Using The Settings Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Using the Enter Service Center Number Use this feature to enter the number for the Settings service center that forwards your outgoing Menu messages . You must specify a service center number before you can send any messages or receive new voicemail notifications .

  • Page 96: Set Expiry Period

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Service Center Number: Enter the service +881662900005 number . Clear Press the left soft key, labeled OK . The screen will then return the to Settings menu . Set Expiry Period Use this feature to specify the amount of time you would like your messages stored .

  • Page 97: Select Delivery Reports

    Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Settings Service Center Use the 2-way navi-key Expiry Period Delivery Reports to scroll until Expiry Period is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key, labeled Select . Expiry Period Use the 2-way navi-...
  • Page 98 Iridium 9555 Handset 7 Using the Message Menu Messages Create Message Inbox (1 unread) Drafts Use the 2-way navi- Settings key to scroll until Settings is Select Back highlighted . Press the left soft key, labeled Select . Settings WXYZ...

  • Page 100: Using The Voicemail Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 8 Using the Voicemail Menu Using the Voicemail Menu Locating Starting from the Main Screen: the Voicemail Menu Registered 16:28 14-May-08 Menu Help Press the left soft key labeled Menu . Note: Menu My Phonebook WXYZ All instructions...

  • Page 101: Voicemail Notification

    Iridium 9555 Handset 8 Using the Voicemail Menu Voicemail When you receive a voicemail, an incoming voicemail notification message automatically Notification scrolls across your screen . Press the left soft key, labeled Save to store the Voicemail voicemail to the Incoming SIM card .

  • Page 102: Store Your Voicemail Number

    Iridium 9555 Handset 8 Using the Voicemail Menu Store Your If you have not previously stored a voicemail number, then you will see No Number Voicemail Available on the display . You must store a Number voicemail number before you can access the service for the first time .
  • Page 103 Iridium 9555 Handset 8 Using the Voicemail Menu Voicemail Number Enter the voicemail +881662990000gs number given to you by your Service Provider . Save Clear Press the left soft key, labeled Save . Message Message Deleted Select Back Press the right soft...

  • Page 104: Using The Data Modem Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 9 Data Modem Menu Using the Data Modem Menu To Locate the Starting from the main screen: Data Modem Menu Registered 16:28 14-May-08 Menu Help Press the left soft key labeled Menu . Note: Menu My Phonebook...

  • Page 106: Using The Call History Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Using the Call History Menu Locating Starting from the main screen: the Call History Registered Menu 16:28 14-May-08 Menu Help Press the left soft key labeled Menu . Note: Menu My Phonebook...

  • Page 107: Using The Call Log Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Using the View Most Recent Received Calls Your phone saves . received calls . Use the Call Call Log Log menu to view those numbers . Menu Menu My Phonebook SIM Phonebook...

  • Page 108: View Missed Calls

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu The Received Calls Received Calls 10:20 menu will now be 30-Sep-08 00:37:45 +881655512121 displayed with a list 08:54 29-Sep-08 of your last ten calls . 00:12:32 +2405551212 Select Back Press the right soft...

  • Page 109: View Most Recent Dialed Calls

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Call Log Received Calls Using the 2-way Missed Calls Dialed Calls navi-key scroll until . Missed Calls is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select . The Missed Calls...

  • Page 110: Dialed Calls

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Call History The Call History Call Log Call Meters menu will now be displayed with Call Log highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select. Call Log Received Calls...

  • Page 111: Using The Call Meters Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Using the Call meters help you track your airtime . Keep a running tab of your monthly usage or view the Call Meters air time of your most recent calls .

  • Page 112: Show Total Time For All Calls

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu The duration of the last call will be Call Time displayed on the screen 02:56:15 Press the right soft key, labeled Back to Back return to the previous menu . Press the red key to return to the main screen.

  • Page 113: Reset All Timers

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Call Meters Last call time Use the 2-way Total call time Reset call meter. . . Navi-key to scroll Lifetime call meter In-call display until Total Call Time Audible timers is highlighted .
  • Page 114 Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Call History Call Log Use the 2-way Call Meters navi-key until Call Meters is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select . Call Meters Last call time...

  • Page 115: Showing The Lifetime Call Timer

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Reset If you press Yes, the Call meters reset. display will read Call meters reset. Message Message Deleted Select Back Press the right soft key, labeled Back to return to the previous menu .
  • Page 116 Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Call History Call Log Use the 2-way Call Meters navi-key until Call Meters is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select . Call Meters Last call time Total call time Reset call meter.

  • Page 117: Showing The In-Call Display

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Showing the In-call Display This feature enables or disables the call timer which displays the amount of time which has passed since placing a specific call . Starting from the Main Menu:...

  • Page 118: Setting Audible Call Timers

    Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Call Timer Use the 2-way navi- Enabled Disabled key to scroll to Enabled or Disabled . Select Back Press the left soft key, labeled Select . Setting This feature lets the phone watch the clock for you .
  • Page 119 Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Call Meters Last call time Total call time Reset call meter. . . Lifetime call time In-call display Use the 2-way Audible timers Navi-key to scroll Select Back until Audible timers is highlighted .
  • Page 120 Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Set the Repetitive Alert This feature sets your phone to alert you at specific intervals, for example every 5 minutes . Starting from the Main Menu: Menu My Phonebook SIM Phonebook...
  • Page 121 Iridium 9555 Handset 10 Using the Call History Menu Audible Timers Single Alert Use the 2-way Repetitive Alert navi-key to scroll to The Repetitive Alert Select Back option . Press the left soft key labeled Select . Repetitive Alert Use the 2-way...

  • Page 122: Using The Setup Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Using the Setup Menu Locating Starting from the main screen: the Setup Menu Registered 16:28 14-May-08 Menu Help Press the left soft key labeled Menu . Note: Menu My Phonebook All instructions...

  • Page 123: About The Setup Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu About You will be able to Setup Call Options perform the following the Setup Volumes and Tones functions using the Time & Date Menu Setup Menu . Language Backlight • Set call options Contrast •...

  • Page 124: Setting Call Options

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Setting The Call Options menu allows you to enable or disable various call features Call Options Starting from the Main Menu: Menu My Phonebook SIM Phonebook Messages Use the 2-way Voicemail Data Modem...

  • Page 125: Setting Volumes And Tones

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Setting Adjust the Ringer Volume The Volumes and Tones menu allows you to Volumes and adjust your phone’s ringer volume and tone, Tones and set the phone to ring or vibrate to notify you of incoming calls .

  • Page 126: Adjust The Speaker Volume

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Volume The volume bars will increase or decrease as you press the 2-way Navi-key up or down . Back Message Press the left soft Message Deleted key, labeled OK when you have the desired setting .
  • Page 127 Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Setup Call Options Use the 2-way Volumes and Tones Time & Date navi-key to scroll Language Backlight until Volumes and Contrast Key Setup Tones is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select .

  • Page 128: Adjust The Ring Tone

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Adjust the Ring Tone This feature adjusts the tone of the ringer . The Phone sounds the new tone as you adjust it . Starting from the Main Menu: Menu My Phonebook...

  • Page 129: Setting The Call Alert Mode

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Ring tone Tone 1 Tone 2 Use the 2-way navi- Tone 3 Tone 4 key to scroll to the desired tone . Select Back Press the left soft Message key, labeled Select .
  • Page 130 Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Setup Call Options Use the 2-way navi- Volumes and Tones Time & Date key to scroll until Language Backlight Volumes and Tones is Contrast Key Setup highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select .

  • Page 131: Setting The Keypad Tone

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Setting the Keypad Tone This feature selects the keypad tone . You can select to have a single tone, DTMF tones or no tones when the keypad is pressed . Starting from the...
  • Page 132 Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Alert tone DTMF Tones Use the 2-way Single Tone No Tone navi-key to scroll to the desired tone . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select . Message Message Deleted...
  • Page 133 Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Use the 2-way navi- Setup Call Options key to scroll until Volumes and Tones Time & Date Volumes and Tones is Language Backlight Contrast highlighted . Key Setup Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select .

  • Page 134: Time And Date Settings

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Time and Select the Time Zone Your phone uses the satellite network to Date obtain the time and date information, Settings however, you need to select the time zone in which you are located .

  • Page 135: Select The Time Format

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Time Zone Use the 2-way navi- UTC + 0.5 key until the required UTC + 1 UTC + 1.5 UTC + 2.0 time zone is UTC + 2.5 UTC + 3.0 highlighted...

  • Page 136: Select The Date Format

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Time and Date Select time zone Use the 2-way Time format Date format navi-key to scroll until Time Format is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select .
  • Page 137 Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Setup Call Options Volume and Tones Use the 2-way Time & Date Language navi-key until Time Backlight Contrast Key Setup & Date is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select .

  • Page 138: Selecting The Display Language

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Selecting the Your phone contains 21 languages . Use this feature to select the language in which your Display phone displays menus and messages . Language Starting from the TIP: Main Menu:...

  • Page 139: Setting Backlights

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Setting Enable, disable or adjust the length of time the backlight stays on after a key press . Backlights Starting from the Main Menu: Menu My Phonebook SIM Phonebook Messages Use the 2-way navi-...

  • Page 140: Setting Contrast

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Setting This feature allows you to adjust the contrast on the display screen . Contrast Starting from the Main Menu: Menu My Phonebook SIM Phonebook Messages Use the 2-way navi- Voicemail Data Modem...

  • Page 141: Using The Key Setup Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Using the This feature selects the function of the convenience key and the right soft key when Key Setup the main screen is displayed . The default Menu function is to display the Help screen which is useful for new users;...

  • Page 142: Setup The Right Soft Key

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Convenience Key Use the 2-way navi- No Action Start Call key to scroll until the End Call Redial desired action is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select .

  • Page 143: Set Number Entry Prefix

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Setup Convenience Key Use the 2-way navi- Right Soft Key key until Right Soft Key is highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select . Right key action Use the 2-way...

  • Page 144: View Phone Information

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Use the 2-way navi- key until Number Setup Entry is highlighted . Number Entry Phone Information Reset to defaults Note: Scroll past the Key setup for the Number Entry Option . Select...

  • Page 145: Factory Defaults

    Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Use the 2-way navi- key until Phone Setup Information is Number Entry Phone Information highlighted . Reset to defaults Note: Scroll past the Key setup for the Phone Select Back Information Option .
  • Page 146 Iridium 9555 Handset 11 Using the Setup Menu Use the 2-way navi- key until Reset to Setup defaults is Number Entry Phone Information highlighted . Reset to defaults Note: Scroll past the Key setup for the Reset to Select Back defaults Option .

  • Page 148: Using The Security Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Using the Security Menu Important: Do not change the PIN/PUK/SIM settings unless you have your original settings available. Your phone and/or SIM card may be disabled if you don’t know the correct code and enter it incorrectly three times.

  • Page 149: About The Security Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu You will be able to About perform the following the Security Security functions using the Phone Lock Menu Sim lock Security Menu . Change PINs • Lock and unlock the phone Select Back •...
  • Page 150 Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Phone Lock The Enable Phone Enable Phone Lock Disable Phone Lock Lock option will be highlighted, if not use the 2-way navi-key to Select Back scroll until it is . Scroll to the desired...

  • Page 151: Enable Or Disable The Sim Lock

    Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Enable or Disable the SIM lock When you activate the SIM card PIN code, your phone requests the code whenever you phone is powered on . To change this setting, you need to enter the PIN code that your service provider gave you .

  • Page 152: Using The Change Pin Menu

    Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu The Enter PIN screen Enter PIN Phone PIN will now appear . * * * * Using the keypad enter the PIN number . Select Clear Press the left soft key labeled Select.
  • Page 153 Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Change PIN The Change PIN Phone PIN SIM PIN menu will now SIM PIN 2 Call barring PIN appear . Phone PIN will be highlighted . Select Back Press the left soft key labeled Select .

  • Page 154: Change The Sim Pin Code

    Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Change the SIM PIN Code This feature allows you to modify the default PIN associated with your SIM card . Starting from the Main Menu: Menu Use the 2-way navi-key Security to scroll until Security is highlighted .
  • Page 155 Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Change PIN Old PIN Enter your current PIN New PIN in the Old PIN field . Verify PIN Use the 2-way navi- key to move to the Clear next field and enter your new PIN into the New PIN field .

  • Page 156: Change The Sim Card Pin2 Code

    Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Change the SIM Card Pin2 Code Your SIM card PIN2 code is used to access fixed dialing settings . This four- to eight-digit code is issued to you when you subscribe to the feature .
  • Page 157 Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Change PIN Old PIN Enter your current New PIN 4-digit PIN in the Old Verify PIN PIN field . Use the 2-way navi-key to Clear move to the next field and enter your new PIN into the New PIN field .

  • Page 158: Call Barring Pin

    Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Call Barring PIN If your PIN code is entered incorrectly three times in a row, Blocked appears in the display screen and your SIM card will be locked . You must enter a Personal Unblocking Key (PUK) to restore the SIM to service which is obtained from your service provider .
  • Page 159 Iridium 9555 Handset 12 Using the Security Menu Change PIN Old PIN Enter your the 4-digit New PIN PIN code provided by Verify PIN your service provider in the Old PIN field . Clear Use the2-way navi- key to move to the...

  • Page 160: Troubleshooting

    • Did you enter the number in international format? All calls made from the Iridium satellite system must be in international format . See page 4 . 1 0 . • Check the signal strength indicator .
  • Page 161 Iridium 9555 Handset 13 Troubleshooting Problem Solution You can’t receive calls • Check to see that your phone is powered on . • Check the antenna . Is it fully extended and correctly angled? Do you have a clear unobstructed view of the sky? •...
  • Page 162 Is it an old battery? Battery performance declines after several years of use . Replace the battery . • Make sure you have an Iridium approved battery installed . If you see Invalid Batt on the display, you will not be able to charge this battery .
  • Page 163 Iridium 9555 Handset 13 Troubleshooting Problem Solution The battery drains • Are you in an area of variable faster than normal coverage? This uses extra battery power . • Is your antenna fully extended and correctly angled? Do you have a clear unobstructed view of the sky? This helps use less battery power .
  • Page 164 Iridium 9555 Handset 13 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Your SIM card is Check Card or Insert Card inserted in the phone Check that the SIM card has been but the display says: inserted correctly . The contacts of the SIM card may be dirty . Turn the phone off, remove the SIM card and rub the contacts with a clean cloth .

  • Page 166: Patent Information

    Iridium 9555 Handset 14 Patent Information Patent Information Manufactured under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4121218 4616314 4741034 D306594 5083304 D337332 D354062 D368696 4138681 4617520 4742562 4912602 D324024 5230007 5384825 5510693 4193036 D286778 D295627 4918732 D324388 5230093 D356084 5511235...
  • Page 167 Iridium 9555 Handset 14 Patent Information 4571595 4727583 4897873 057762 5195108 5366826 5493198 5604050 4573017 4730195 D305717 D320780 5201069 D353131 5493714 5606730 4574243 4734635 4904549 5059885 5204977 D353361 5497126 D378366 4585957 4736277 4905288 5060294 5210793 5375143 5497382 5613229 4602218 4737976...

  • Page 168: Declaration Of Conformity

    A "technical file" is retained by Iridium Satellite LLC. Related test reports are available upon request directly from Iridium Satellite, LLC. The 9555 handset is declared conformant only if it is used with the Iridium accessories and antenna approved for the 9555 model and if the handset is used as described in the 9555 User Guide.
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