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  • Page 1 Bittium Mexsat Satellite Terminal Model Mx Rugged B User Manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Satellite call ......................... 30 Restrictions of the satellite connection ................ 30 Making a satellite call ....................31 PTT call ........................33 PTT Timer ........................35 Troubleshooting......................37 General ........................37 Model Mx Rugged B 2 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 3 Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) certification information ..........40 Instituto Federal de Telecomunicaciones (IFT) notice to users ........40 Mexican importer information ..................40 Limited warranty statement ..................40 Disposal of device ......................43 Model Mx Rugged B 3 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...

  • Page 4: Contents Of The Delivery

    CONTENTS OF THE DELI CONTENTS OF THE DELI VERY VERY Bittium Rugged Basic Terminal sales package contains the following items: • Battery pack • Wall charger with US plug • Micro USB2.0 cable • Satellite Antenna (connected to the device) •...
  • Page 5 Note that the box contents and the appearance of the items may vary. Always place the device in a Bittium approved accessory if you wear the device on your body. Using accessories that are not supplied by Bittium may cause the device to exceed RF energy exposure guidelines.

  • Page 6: Device At A Glance

    8. Battery pack 9. Dock charge connectors 10. USB 2.0 data and charging port connector and protective cover 11. Status LED 12. Combined proximity and ALS sensor 13. Lanyard loop Model Mx Rugged B 6 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 7 Figure 1 Overview Model Mx Rugged B 7 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 8 4. Call Start button 5. Call End button 6. Navigation keys 7. Delete button 8. Special characters button (press and hold to activate) 9. Input mode change button (letters/numbers) Figure 2 Keypad Model Mx Rugged B 8 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...

  • Page 9: General Warnings, Cautions And Notes

    GENERAL WARNINGS, CAUTIONS A WARNINGS, CAUTIONS A ND NOTES ND NOTES Please use Bittium Rugged Basic with the following safety precautions: Type Description Warning Permanent hearing loss may occur if earphones or head- phones are used at high volume for prolonged periods of time.
  • Page 10 The law in many countries requires the use of a vehicle handsfree solution while driving. Note Always create a backup of data you want to keep (such as contacts and calendar notes) before sending your device for service. Model Mx Rugged B 10 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED Please read this user manual carefully before using the device. To start using Bittium Rugged Basic Terminal first insert the satellite mini-SIM card. Figure 3 Satellite mini-SIM card location Use only satellite mini-SIM card in Bittium Rugged Basic.
  • Page 12 Figure 4 Inserting the satellite mini-SIM card Model Mx Rugged B 12 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 13 If the battery is completely discharged, it is not possible to turn on the device immediately af- ter connecting the charger. Let a depleted battery charge for a few minutes before turning on the device. Model Mx Rugged B 13 (43) User Manual...
  • Page 14 6. Go through the Security Wizard steps. Bittium Rugged Basic is equipped with a Security Wizard that is launched during the initial power up of the device. The Security Wizard is used to set up a number of different device set- tings.
  • Page 15 Figure 7 Security Wizard start screen Figure 8 Choosing the language 1. Tap Next to continue. 2. Choose the language. Model Mx Rugged B 15 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 16 Figure 9 Screen lock setup Figure 3 Unlock selection 3. Tap Next to continue. 4. Select Lock code or password. Model Mx Rugged B 16 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 17 Figure 5 Entering the lock code 5. Choose whether to use the 7. Enter your lock code or pass- code or password in startup or word. 8. Tap Continue. 6. Tap Continue to continue. Model Mx Rugged B 17 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 18 Figure 6 Confirming the lock code Figure 7 Notifications 9. Confirm your lock code or 11. Select how to display notifica- password. tions when the device is 10. Tap OK. locked. 12. Tap Done. Model Mx Rugged B 18 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 19 Figure 9 Enter the PIN code 14. Enter your SIM PIN code to start using the device. Figure 8 Setup complete 13. Tap Exit to complete the setup. Model Mx Rugged B 19 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...

  • Page 20: Operating The Device And Sw Features

    Lock screen Lock screen Turning off the display locks Bittium Rugged Basic. The device also locks after a period of inac- tivity. Turn the display off by pressing the power key once. The display can be turned on by pressing the power key.

  • Page 21: Maintaining Water And Dust Resistance

    Also, clean the battery cover and the rubber seal from all water and debris before clos- ing it. • The USB, satellite antenna connector and headset ports must be completely dry and free of any dirt before use. Model Mx Rugged B 21 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...

  • Page 22: Replacing Items In Field Conditions

    2. Rotate the locking ring 180 degrees counterclockwise. 3. Remove the battery pack. Figure 17 Removing the battery pack Caution: The battery pack housing of Bittium Rugged Basic is intentionally tight to meet IP67 requirements. Follow the instructions in 3.2 Before use to install the battery pack.

  • Page 23: Sw Features

    Operating system Operating system Bittium Rugged Basic runs on the Android operating system. For a full Android User Guide please refer to: https://www.android.com. Bittium Rugged Basic may have 3rd party applications pre-installed. 5.2.2 5.2.2 SW update SW update 5.2.2 5.2.2...

  • Page 24: In Case Of Emergency, Ice

    5.2.4 Asset Tracker Asset Tracker Asset Tracker Asset Tracker With the asset tracking service it is possible to track the movement and location of the Bittium Rugged Basic via a dedicated hub. Model Mx Rugged B 24 (43) User Manual...
  • Page 25 • Emergency message: This field can be used for an emergency message if necessary • Send emergency message: Tap to send an emergency message entered in the emer- gency message field. Maximum number of characters is 127. Model Mx Rugged B 25 (43) User Manual...

  • Page 26: Stealth Mode

    3 seconds. If you keep the device in your pocket in this mode it is advisable to lock the screen by pressing the power key once. Model Mx Rugged B 26 (43) User Manual ©...

  • Page 27: Location

    USB cable you must select ‘File transfers’ from the device’s pull down menu when the USB cable is connected. Other op- tions are ‘Charging’, ‘Photo transfer (PTP)’ and ‘NMEA’. Model Mx Rugged B 27 (43) User Manual...

  • Page 28: Media Max Volume Limiter

    Media max volume limiter With the Media max volume limiter setting it is possible to set a maximum volume level for media. The setting can be accessed under Settings->Sound & notification: Model Mx Rugged B 28 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 29 2. Set the Media max volume level. Note that this setting is not available if EU Figure 26 Media max volume option media volume limit is on. 1. Select Media max volume. Model Mx Rugged B 29 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...

  • Page 30: Satellite Call

    • Note that a high power alert dialog will be displayed when a satellite call is incoming and the signal path to the satellite is very weak. The dialog changes to standard Android call dialog when the signal is strong enough. Model Mx Rugged B 30 (43) User Manual...

  • Page 31: Making A Satellite Call

    You can select either from existing contacts, favorites or from the call log. You can also enter the number manually. 3. Tap the green phone icon to start the call. 4. Tap the red phone icon to end the call. Model Mx Rugged B 31 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 32 Note that location should be always enabled. Icon Meaning Connected to satellite Satellite connection is ciphered and secure External satellite antenna is in use Asset tracking is on PTT is on Location is on Model Mx Rugged B 32 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...

  • Page 33: Ptt Call

    If the SIM card is valid and the service is registered main view opens. The main view is divided into three views: Groups, Contacts and Dialer. Model Mx Rugged B 33 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 34 5. To end a call tap the red phone icon. During and before a call you can select whether to use the device’s loudspeakers, earpiece/wired headset or a BT headset. Model Mx Rugged B 34 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...

  • Page 35: Ptt Timer

    To close PTT swipe the screen downwards application autostart after a specified time from top of the screen and select Close push to talk. has elapsed. Set the PTT timer under Set- tings. Model Mx Rugged B 35 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 36 PTT application will be re-launched after closing the application and the specified time has elapsed. Note that when PTT is active the icon in the status bar can be used to close the application. Model Mx Rugged B 36 (43) User Manual...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    • Turn the device off and back on. • There may be a problem in your service provider’s satellite service. For more infor- mation about your service provider’s satellite service, contact your service provider. Model Mx Rugged B 37 (43) User Manual...

  • Page 38: Important Customer Information

    Bittium. Only use the battery specified by and provided by Bittium in the Bittium Rugged Basic. Do not short-circuit the battery. Do not use the battery with a charging system which has not been approved by Bittium.

  • Page 39: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Notice To Users

    Bittium has not approved any changes or modifications to this device by the user. Any changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any in- terference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

  • Page 40: Specific Absorption Rate (Sar) Certification Information

    Limited warranty Limited warranty statement statement This limited warranty applies to Bittium Rugged Basic Terminal deliveries. This limited warran- ty is subject to the following terms and conditions: Model Mx Rugged B 40 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...
  • Page 41 • For a period of 1 year from the date of purchase, Bittium Wireless Communications Ltd. (“Bittium”) warrants this Product (including any accessories provided in the sales pack- age) against defects in materials or workmanship. • Exclusions: • Normal wear and tear of visual surfaces, batteries or display.
  • Page 42 • When Bittium or its authorized service provider repairs or replaces the Product, the re- paired or replaced Product will be warranted for the remaining time of the original war- ranty period or for ninety (90) days from the date of repair, whichever is longer. Repair or replacement may involve the use of functionally equivalent reconditioned units.

  • Page 43: Disposal Of Device

    This marking on the product or accessories indicates that they should not be dis- posed of with other household waste. This marking on the battery indicates that it should not be disposed of with other household waste. Model Mx Rugged B 43 (43) User Manual © Bittium 2017...

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