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9602 SBD Modem Short Burst Data Modem Installation & User Manual Beam Communications Pty Ltd www.beamcommunications.com...
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Please record your serial number here for future reference: 9602 SBD MODEM Model: Serial no.: This number can be copied from the white shipping label on the 9602 SBD MODEM box Eg. SB202833 Installation Location: Installation Date: Installation Technician: Place Of Purchase:...
Package Contents Optional BEAM Accessories Installing the 9602 SBD Modem Connecting the antenna cable Connecting the power and IO cables and USB cable How to Mount the 9602 SBD Modem Installing the USB Drivers Dimensions Specification Summary RS232 Specification Physical Connection...
2. SMA Antenna Jack 3. LED Indicator 4. 14 pin Connector 5. SMA to TNC Adaptor 6. Mounting Bracket Cable: 7. Serial Connector 8. 14 pin Plug 9. 4 pin Power Connector 9602 SBD Modem | Installation and User Manual...
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Note: Read the following information before installing and using the BEAM 9602 SBD Modem. Your 9602 SBD Modem is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives and sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The design of your 9602 SBD MODEM system complies with international safety standards.
What is the 9602 SBD Modem? The 9602 SBD MODEM is a Remote Satellite Short Burst Data only modem designed to provide a reliable and cost effective means of Iridium SBD development. It utilizes the Iridium SBD (Short Burst Data) module and provides both D9 RS232 and USB Mini-B connectors, for direct connection to a PC.
1. Screw the TNC-F to SMA-M coaxial adaptor onto the antenna jack located on the bottom end of the module. 2. Ensure that the cable being used is long enough to reach from the 9602 SBD MODEM to the Antenna location. Plug the antenna cable into the adapter.
Both ports provide similar functionality and the setup parameters are the same for both. The default baud rate is 19200 8N1 with hardware hand-shaking (CTS/RTS). The 9602 SBD MODEM does not have an autobaud facility. The baud rate can be set via the AT+IPR=n where n is one of the following.
How to Mount the 9602 SBD Modem The 9602 Modem is designed to be mounted using the two 4mm holes on the connector end of the enclosure. Self-tapping screws (eg. #6), or M3 or M4 machine screws/bolts can be used to mount the modem to a flat surface.
The following driver installation procedure is only required if using the USB port on the 9602 SBD Modem. It is not required if only using the 9-way serial port. The 9602 SBD Modem uses an FTDI device internally to provide the serial communications.
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Ensure that Search removable media (floppy, CD-ROM…) is selected then click Next. The sequence will then need to be repeated for USB Serial Port 9602 SBD Modem | Installation and User Manual...
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Check in Device Manager that the new port has installed correctly. start -> Control Panel -> System -> Hardware -> Device Manager start -> Run -> Type devmgmt.msc. Hit Enter If necessary, expand the Ports list by clicking the ‘+’ next to Ports (COM & LPT) www.beamcommunications.com...
Specification Summary 9602 SBD MODEM Electrical Power 9 – 32 VDC, 1A Plug-pack (if provided) 100-240VAC 50/60Hz input Power Consumption Idle Average 30mA (0.36W at 12V in) (measured over 5 min with one full message Tx/Rx every minute) Transmit Mode Peak 125mA (1.5W at 12V in)
The Serial data interface is used to both command the 9602 SBD MODEM and transfer user data to and from the Transceiver. The 9602 SBD MODEM presents a 9-wire data port to the FA (Field Application), where the interface is at RS232 levels. With respect to this interface, the 9602 SBD MODEM behaves as a DCE (Data Communication Equipment), and the FA behaves as a DTE (Data Terminal Equipment).
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The 9602 SBD MODEM drives DSR ON when the data port is in DCE mode, and OFF when the data port is in test mode. The DTE may use this signal as an indication that the 9602 SBD MODEM is powered up and ready to receive AT commands.
1. The 9-pin serial plug from your 9602 SBD MODEM interface cable to a 9-pin (Male) port on your PC or laptop. 2. The USB mini B connector on the 9602 SBD MODEM to a free USB port on your PC. Please refer to the following documents (on CDROM) for correct operation of Short Burst Data functionality: “Iridium 9602 SBD Transceiver Product Developers Guide”...
9602 SBD MODEM. In command mode, flow control has no effect, with the RTS input ignored and the CTS output driven ON (low). When in SBD data mode, the 9602 SBD MODEM is transferring binary or text SBD message data to or from the DTE.
Existing qualified Iridium antennas may be used. (i.e. antennas designed for the 9522 and 9522A and 9601) Antenna Connector Type The antenna connector on the 9602 SBD MODEM is a female SMA type. An SMA to TNC adapter is also provided, and can be utilized to suit the type antenna cable connector used.
Why cant the PC connect to the 9602 SBD MODEM Check that the correct cable is used on the correct port, and that the bit rate is set the same for both PC and 9602 SBD MODEM. If using the USB connection, ensure the correct drivers have been installed...
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