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FDU-XT PLUS
USER GUIDE

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  • Page 1 FDU-XT PLUS USER GUIDE...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6.6. Muting the microphone in 5.1. External Connections speakerphone mode 5.2. Connection Interface 12. Troubleshooting 5.3. Using FDU-XT PLUS as a wall Common Problems 7. Sending / Receiving Fax Messages 21 mounted unit 7.1. Sending fax messages with a 13. LED Indications 5.4.
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Thuraya satellite services in indoor and marine environments. It provides additional flexibility and convenience when using the Thuraya XT-PRO DUAL, XT-PRO and XT. In addition, FDU-XT PLUS and its accessories are designed to meet Thuraya’s specifications and quality standards. FDU-XT PLUS with an Auxiliary...
  • Page 5: Installation Instructions For Land

    3. Installation Instructions for Land 3.2.1 How to Install the Satellite Antenna After unpacking, please make sure that your FDU-XT PLUS and all its Mount the antenna onto any suitable fixture (mounting accessories are fully ready for installation. Please read the instructions pole or wall) using the provided mounting brackets and carefully.
  • Page 6 Align your antenna towards the Thuraya-3 satellite if your location is within the Thuraya-3 coverage area (Asia, The locations of the Thuraya satellites are on a geostationary Australia). orbit (at the equator) at a more or less constant position:...
  • Page 7: Installing The Gps Antenna

    3.4. External Accessories The GPS antenna is a smaller rectangular patch antenna. In order to use the FDU-XT PLUS, a compatible Thuraya handset Connect the coaxial cable to the antenna connector located at with an active SIM card is required. In addition, the following...
  • Page 8: Installation Instructions For Marine

    4. Installation Instructions for Marine Tighten the connector and wrap the connected part using After unpacking, please make sure that your FDU-XT PLUS and all its magnetic coupling vinyl tape or accessories are fully ready for installation. Please read the instructions sealant to protect from water.
  • Page 9 Make sure that it is tight enough to keep it in place. Connect the SAT RF connector to the port on the FDU-XT PLUS (silver cable connector to the SAT POWER port). Connect the GPS RF connector...
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    The FDU-XT PLUS is intended to be used as a desktop or wall-mounted phone while the Thuraya handset is docked. Slots are provided at the base of the unit to allow the FDU-XT PLUS to be hooked securely to a wall. Interfaces for connecting external equipments such as Group 3 fax machines and PCs are provided at the reverse side of the unit.
  • Page 11: Connection Interface

    Speakerphone POWER USB Port Mic. DTE Port DC Jack Bluetooth On/Off FAX Port EXT Port GPS Antenna Phone Mute Bluetooth scanning (for connection to external line phones) Volume Down Satellite Antenna Port Power Switch AUX OUT FDU-XT PLUS User Guide...
  • Page 12: Using Fdu-Xt Plus As A Wall Mounted Unit

    5.3. Using FDU-XT PLUS as a wall mounted unit The FDU-XT PLUS can be fixed on the wall by using the included brackets. Slots for brackets are provided on the back of the FDU-XT PLUS. Find an appropriate location on the wall to mount the FDU-XT PLUS.
  • Page 13: Start Using The Fdu-Xt Plus

    DC IN connector on the reverse side The FDU-XT PLUS can be used for sending and receiving fax messages of the FDU-XT PLUS. Then flip the Power Switch on the reverse side when connected to selected Group 3 fax machines via the RJ-11 of the unit to On.
  • Page 14: Connecting A Pc Or Laptop To The Fdu-Xt Plus

    5.8. Connecting an external speaker to the FDU-XT PLUS You can connect your FDU-XT PLUS to a PC or Laptop through the USB or DTE interface on the reverse side of the FDU-XT PLUS. You can connect your FDU-XT PLUS to an external speaker via AUX OUT port on the left side of the FDU-XT PLUS.
  • Page 15: Connecting A Bluetooth Headset To The Fdu-Xt Plus

    ) button on the FDU-XT PLUS for 2 seconds to turn on the Bluetooth function. The Bluetooth LED will blink every 2 seconds. Hold the Bluetooth Scanning button on the FDU-XT PLUS for 2 seconds. The Bluetooth LED will blink every half a second and attempt to pair with a Bluetooth device.
  • Page 16: Docking The Xt-Pro Or Xt

    5.10. Docking the XT-PRO or XT 5.11. Docking the XT-PRO DUAL Before inserting the phone into the FDU-XT PLUS cradle To dock the XT-PRO DUAL remove the 4 guide plates from please remove the rubber plug of the antenna connector the FDU-XT PLUS as indicated in the image.
  • Page 17: Undocking The Handset From The Fdu-Xt Plus

    5.12. Undocking the handset from the FDU-XT PLUS Your FDU-XT PLUS has a locking function to prevent unwanted removal of the handset from the FDU-XT PLUS. The handset can only be removed if the lock is opened. To remove the phone: Allow the handset to complete all ongoing functions.
  • Page 18: Receiving / Making Voice Calls

    You can accept incoming calls trough the speakerphone, previous pages. auxiliary handset, extension phone or Bluetooth headset. The Thuraya handset is properly docked in the FDU-XT PLUS as described in the previous pages. Accepting Calls from the Auxiliary Handset Adequate satellite and GPS signal strength is available (see ...
  • Page 19: Making Calls

    1. Check if the Bluetooth headset is connected to the FDU-XT PLUS 1. Pick up the auxiliary handset. 2. Wait for the dial tone. 2. Dial the destination number using the Thuraya handset keypad. 3. Dial the destination number using the Thuraya handset keypad.
  • Page 20: Ending Calls

    Auxiliary Handset to Speakerphone  Hang up the extension phone Ending a Bluetooth Call 1. Press the speakerphone button on the FDU-XT PLUS  Press the Bluetooth On/Off button or the call button of the during a call. Bluetooth headset 2.
  • Page 21: Volume Control

    FDU-XT PLUS. Auxiliary Handset to Bluetooth Adjusting auxiliary handset volume 1. Press the Bluetooth On/Off button on the FDU-XT PLUS 1. Pick up the auxiliary handset. during a call. 2. Press the Volume Up/Volume Down button to increase/ 2.
  • Page 22: Muting The Microphone In Speakerphone Mode

    6.6. Muting the microphone in speakerphone mode You can mute the microphone while in speakerphone mode by pressing the mute button. You will then be able to hear the caller at the other end but the other party will not be able to hear you. Note If you pick up the auxiliary handset now, the call will be automat- ically unmuted and routed to the auxiliary handset.
  • Page 23: Sending / Receiving Fax Messages

    7. Sending / Receiving Fax Messages 7.2. Receiving fax messages with a fax machine Your FDU-XT PLUS supports sending and receiving fax messages Dock your Thuraya handset into the FDU-XT PLUS. either via a connected Group3 fax machine or a connected Switch on the FDU-XT PLUS.
  • Page 24: Sending Fax Messages With A Pc/Laptop

    While sending a fax through PC connected through the USB or DTE interface, the fax software should be configured in the class 2.0 mode. When sending a fax through Venta Fax or Hot Fax, select “Thuraya Mobile Phone” or “Standard 56000 Modem” as a modem.
  • Page 25: Receiving / Sending Data

    8. Receiving / Sending Data 8.1. Sending data from a PC/Laptop You can use your FDU-XT PLUS to receive and make Dock your Thuraya handset into the FDU-XT PLUS. circuit-switched data calls through a PC connected through the USB or DTE interface. To receive/make data calls via a PC, Connect the PC to the USB or DTE serial interface of the FDU-XT PLUS.
  • Page 26: Gmprs Connection

     Select Start > Settings > Control Panel > System > Device Drivers Installation Manager.  Check the USB serial port number for FDU-XT PLUS (e.g. COM40) Equipment & software requirements: with the newly created USB serial port when the USB cable is connected.
  • Page 27 > GmPRS settings  Select and press Dial-up connection and then Next. - On the Thuraya XT and XT-PRO, go to Menu > Settings > GmPRS  Enter *99# or 1722 on the Dial-up phone number field. > APN (Optionally you can enter user name and password).
  • Page 28: Extension Phone Locking

    Hang up the phone after hearing the beep which indicates the activation of the PIN code. The PIN code of the FDU-XT PLUS is per default set to "0000". If the extension phone locking is enabled use the following procedure to make a call: on the extension phone enter the PIN code ...
  • Page 29: How To Change The Pin Code

    Please make sure you do not forget the new PIN code, otherwise How to make an SOS call: you need to bring the FDU-XT PLUS to the Service Center in order to reset the unit. This feature is only compatible with the XT-PRO DUAL and XT-PRO.
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Use only the antennas and cables that have been provided with the unit or that have been specifically designed for your FDU-XT PLUS. If the FDU-XT PLUS, the phone, battery, charger or any accessory Unauthorized antennas, cables and cable length modification or...
  • Page 31: Common Problems

    Make sure that the Group3 fax machine is in auto response mode. through RJ-11 Check if the SAT signal level on the Thuraya handset is adequate. Please note that not all Group3 fax machines are able to handle mobile transmission.
  • Page 32: Led Indications

    13. LED Indications LED Status Indication The green Power LED ( ) is on. FDU-XT PLUS is switched on The green Battery LED ( ) is on. Handset battery is fully charged The red Battery LED ( ) is on.
  • Page 33: Warranty

    14. Warranty Limited Warranty FDU-XT PLUS This Limited Warranty is provided to the original purchaser of FDU-XT PLUS. This Limited Warranty is non-transferable in nature. Warranty Coverage and Service Limitation of Liability APSI warrants all new FDU-XT PLUS handsets to be free from defects in...
  • Page 34: Specifications

    15. Specifications Item Standard Dimensions 198(W) x 235(H) x 86(H) 3 x RJ-11:  - External telephone connection (voice call) - External G3 fax connection (fax call) - Auxiliary handset connection (voice call) 1 x RS-232 serial connection  Interfaces 1 x USB PC connection ...
  • Page 36 Thuraya Telecommunications Company Emall: customer.care@thuraya.com...

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