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Furuno Felcom 50 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 INMARSAT FLEET F55 SHIP EARTH STATION FELCOM 50...
  • Page 2 Pub. No. OME-56480 ( ( TATA TATA ) ) FELCOM50 FELCOM50 The paper used in this manual is elemental chlorine free. FURUNO Authorized Distributor/Dealer FURUNO Authorized Distributor/Dealer FIRST EDITION : FIRST EDITION :MAR. MAR. 2005 2005 : : NOV. NOV. 22, 2006...
  • Page 3 This manual is intended for use by native speakers of English. FURUNO will assume no responsibility for the damage caused by improper use or modification of the equipment or claims of loss of profit by a third party.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    2.10 Call hold and transfer ... 2-8 2.11 Internal communication ... 2-8 2.12 Various call procedures ... 2-9 2.13 To call FELCOM 50 ... 2-10 2.14 Phone book entry ... 2-10 2.15 Phone book editing... 2-12 2.16 Analogue telephone ... 2-13 3.
  • Page 5 4.4 Traffic Log... 4-7 4.5 Traffic log settings... 4-9 4.6 Traffic log printout viewer ... 4-11 4.6.1 Normal calls (Cct)... 4-11 4.6.2 Mobile Packet Data Service calls (MPDS) ... 4-12 4.7 Traffic log output to serial printer... 4-13 4.8 Telefax service... 4-14 4.9 Data service...
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS 6.1.7 AT-commands... 6-17 6.1.8 Troubleshooting ... 6-19 6.2 Mobile Packet Data Service (USB) ... 6-22 6.2.1 Introduction... 6-22 6.2.2 Connecting up... 6-23 6.2.3 PC setup... 6-24 6.2.4 MPDS-setup ... 6-26 6.2.5 Checking default settings... 6-30 6.2.6 Connecting to server... 6-33 6.2.7 Traffic log ...

  • Page 7: Foreword

    Thank you for considering and purchasing FURUNO equipment. Features The FELCOM 50 mainly consists of an antenna unit, communication unit, and a handset. The FELCOM 50 provides telephone, facsimile, and data services. The main features of the FELCOM 50 are Conforms to the following standards: INMARSAT MINI-M SDM, CN-MM056, 059, IEC 60945 (Ed.

  • Page 8: System Configuration

    SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Antenna Unit standard supply SF-150 N Type shipyard supply Antenna cable φ RG-223 25m N Type RJ-45 ISDN (RJ-45) ISDN (RJ-45) RJ-45 Communication Unit ISDN (4 wire) SF-250 Dsub9 RS-232C Dsub9 RS-232C DC IN (11-32 V) USB (B) 2 pin 10 m 12-24 VDC...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    3. INTERFACE Navigator: USB: ISDN: 4. POWER SUPPLY Power supply Rated current FELCOM 50 Greater than 17.5 dBi Less than 2.0 dB Right circularly polarized wave 20 deg. approx. (at –3 dB) Triple-axis control type Step tracking system Global beam: Voice 4.8 kbps Spot beam: Voice 64 kbps G3 FAX 9.6 kbps, G4 FAX 64 kbps...
  • Page 10 Frequency 33-40 Hz: Max. vibration 0.13 mm Frequency 40-50 Hz: Max. vibration 0.07 mm Roll: ± 30°/8s, Pitch: ± 10°/6s, Yaw: ± 8°/50s, Surge: ± 0.2G, Sway: ± 0.2G, Heave: ± 0.5G, Rotation: 6°/s, Speed: 30 kt Munsell N9.5 Munsell N1.0 Munsell N1.0 FELCOM 50...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION General The FELCOM 50 consists of the Above Deck Equipment (ADE) and Below Deck Equipment (BDE). Above Deck Equipment - ADE The FELCOM 50 Above Deck Equipment consists of: • Servo stabilized antenna dish with RF-Transceiver • GPS receiver •...

  • Page 12: Communication Services

    1. INTRODUCTION Communication services FELCOM 50 provides the following services: • Speech: • Data: • MPDS: • Telefax: • Audio Internal communication Equipment connected to the various interfaces may communicate with each other via an internal MSN (Multiple Subscriber Number) assigned to each unit.

  • Page 13: Operation From Handset

    OPERATION FROM HANDSET Display Panel and Key Panel of ISDN Handset Handsfree microphone Display indicators: appears at hook OFF flashes when receiving a call Net provider & Ocean Region appears when loudspeaker is ON appears when selecting ALPHA letters on the keypad, e.g. for Phone Book entries signal strength indicator alarm indicator...

  • Page 14: Switching On

    2. OPERATION FROM HANDSET Switching ON The ON/OFF switch located on the rear panel of the Communication Unit switches all basic units of the FELCOM 50 terminal on/off: the ISDN Handset the Communication Unit (CU), and the Antenna Unit. See figure below for location of the power ON/OFF switch and indicator.

  • Page 15: Sim Card

    Phone book Allowed Net service providers Note: FELCOM 50 can be used with or without SIM card. The Net service provider, however, sometimes requires the use of SIM card. The SIM card driver is located on the rear panel of the Communication Unit, see page 2-2.

  • Page 16: Isdn Handset

    2. Press The handset will now stay in Fleet mode. FELCOM 50 starts up FELCOM 50 automatically initializes the system and searches for the satellite. Furuno Fleet Euro-ISDN See “3.2 Satellite search” in this manual to restart a search manually.

  • Page 17: Making A Call

    Making a call 1. Dial 00, country code and subscriber number, e.g.: pqrs Japan When entered, the display reads: When the remote end answers, the display reads: The timer starts. 2. End the call by pressing hook ON/OFF replacing the handset in the cradle. key to modify entries: Pressing Holding the key more than 0.5 second erases the whole number.

  • Page 18: Redialing

    Redialing The Redial Memory stores the last 30 called and received numbers (incoming IMN numbers are not conveyed from “ashore”). The data are erased when disconnecting the handset or FELCOM 50 is switched off. To redial calls made: 1 Press the arrow up key to recall the latest number dialed.

  • Page 19: Dialing From Phone Book

    Reject the call by pressing DEL key. Note: If the ringing symbol is displayed when in idle, you have missed a call. 2. OPERATION FROM HANDSET to toggle the loudspeaker on/off. , or ALPHA ›› BT Furuno ALPHA Calling ... Ringing symbol 4.8 Speech 00:00 Timer,...

  • Page 20: Call Hold And Transfer

    MSN (example) When receiving a call to an ISDN phone, the caller’s MSN number will appear in the display (if programmed). When FELCOM 50 is busy with a satellite link call, it is possible to make internal calls. Example of internal call connections:...

  • Page 21: Various Call Procedures

    2.12 Various call procedures Call from a standard telephone Short number dialing from Phone Book (prefix 23) Book under short number 15. Short number dialing (prefix 23) through selected Net service provider short number 15 via the selected Net service provider (KDDI=no.3). Service calls Special information services are accessible with 2-digit service address code.

  • Page 22: To Call Felcom 50

    873 – IOR 874 – AOR-W 2.14 Phone book entry The entries in the FELCOM 50 phone book may consist of maximum 100 numbers. The number/name list is stored in the Communication Unit. Programming: 1 Open the phone book > menu.
  • Page 23 5 Enter the telephone number e.g.: 6 Pressing stores the entry in the phone book. 7 Press to revert to idle. The character table shows all the characters accessible. Notes: The # -key toggles between upper-case and lower-case characters. Names written with none Anglo-American characters such as Æ, Ø, Å...

  • Page 24: Phone Book Editing

    2-12 ››Add Entry Edit number Edit name Delete Search book See number Copy Sort by ShrtNo ALPHA Add Entry Add name: Furuno Satcom_ Edit Number: number 004767244700 ALPHA Edit name Edit name: Furuno Satcom Delete Deleting ALPHA Search...

  • Page 25: Analogue Telephone

    2.16 Analogue telephone Outgoing call 1 Lift handset and receive dial tone 2 Dial the subscriber number (and #) 3 When finished, replace the handset Redialing If the subscriber is busy, or you want to make a new call to the last dialled subscriber, you can lift the handset, receive new dial tone and then press the [REPETER] button.
  • Page 26 2. OPERATION FROM HANDSET Abbreviated call 1 Lift handset and receive dial tone 2 Press [MINNE] button. 3 Press relevant storing address (0 – 9). The subscriber number is automatically dialled. Note: If you put the analogue phone, facing the key pad down for holding on call, the line will cut.

  • Page 27: Handset Functions

    HANDSET FUNCTIONS Overview ››Sat. Search Opening Search MENU Phone setup Set Network Ports Information ››Active MSN Keyclick Ringer Answer beep Backlight Protocol SW version 1.4.00 270103 ›› Euro-ISDN Nl-1* ›› 002/Stratos 004/Telenor 005/OTE 012/XANTIC reverts to idle *: NI-1 can not be used. ››Search all Searching...IOR Tuning to IOR...
  • Page 28 3. HANDSET FUNCTIONS ››Sat. Search MENU Phone setup Set Network Ports Information ››Diagnostics Traffic log Forward ld Version Info Network Info Alarms & Msgs Position Speed/Course ›› Speed: 0.0 Course: 000 Speed Course over ground Note! Not to be used for navigation Logging mode needs to be set to print to RS232 in vtLite Traffic Log reverts to idle...

  • Page 29: Satellite Search

    Satellite search Some geographic locations allow contact with more than one Ocean Region satellite. It is recommended to choose an Ocean Region providing good signal quality and cost-effective communication. Use the Satellite Coverage Map on next page to select the Ocean Region at your location: Atlantic Ocean Region West: Atlantic Ocean Region East:...
  • Page 30 3. HANDSET FUNCTIONS 180 W 160 W 140 W 120 W 100 W 80 W 60 N 30 N 178 E Equator 30 S 60 S 5° Elevation TEL: 870 or 874 TEL: 870 or 872 Pacific Ocean Region Atalantic Ocean West Region AOR-W AOR-W AOR-E...

  • Page 31: Phone Setup (Isdn Handset)

    Phone setup (ISDN Handset) 3.3.1 Active MSN (Multiple Subscriber Number) When making a call , the device connected to FELCOM 50 identifies itself locally by its MSN number. The first ISDN Handset connected has the following MSN numbers: Identity 3.3.2 Keyclick When activated, a click is heard when pressing a key.

  • Page 32: Ringer

    3.3.4 Answer beep FELCOM 50 may be set to emit a signal in the handset when an outgoing call is answered. The signal will also sound when a call is transferred at the remote end.

  • Page 33: Backlight On/Off

    4 Press to store. 3.3.6 Protocol FELCOM 50 allows selection between the following ISDN protocols. Euro ISDN for connection to equipment conforming to the European ISDN standard (default) NI-1 protocol: Not used Note: All ISDN device and the CU must use the same protocal.

  • Page 34: Software Version

    3. HANDSET FUNCTIONS 3.3.7 Software version This function displays the ISDN Handset software version. 1 Open the MENU and scroll down to Phone setup, and select the SW version function. 2 Press to read. Selecting default Net service provider The default Net service provider for a satellite (Ocean Region) is automatically used when dialing ship-to-shore.

  • Page 35: Setting Ports

    Setting ports Serial ports A and B The data speed, format and flow control for the RS-232 serial ports A and B are set up as follows: 1 Open the MENU and scroll down to Ports. See “3.1 Overview” for available choices. 2 Select the parameter to be set for Port A.

  • Page 36: Information Available

    3. HANDSET FUNCTIONS Information available Open the menu and scroll down to read various information, as indicated (examples): ››Sat. Search Phone setup Set Network Ports Information ››Diagnostics Traffic log Forward Id Version Info Network Info Alarms & Msgs Position Speed/course ››Dump trf.

  • Page 37: Operation From Pc

    OPERATION FROM PC Installing the PC program The vtLite Mobile program allows FELCOM 50 to be operated or configured from a PC, including functions such as: Phone book Traffic log Configuration of ports (ISDN/RS-232/USB/RS422) Configuration of the CU Connect the PC as shown belpw.
  • Page 38 Double-click the “furuno.bat” icon. 3 Connect the serial cable between the PC serial port and one of the RS-232 ports on the FELCOM 50 Communication Unit. See previous page. 4 Switch ON the Communication Unit. 5 Start the vtLite Mobile program by clicking Start>Programs>vtLite Mobile.

  • Page 39: Starting Up

    Starting up Switch ON FELCOM 50. See figure on page 2-2 for location of the ON/OFF switch. Turn ON the PC and click Start>Programs>vtLite Mobile. Note: The vtLite can only be used on one PC at a time. 1 The satellite search program is initialized.
  • Page 40 4. OPERATION FROM PC Note: It is recommended that the signal strength reading (S/N=Signal/Noise ratio) should be at least 550, typically 600. The antenna will automatically fine-tune to the best signal and accept it. Clicking Seek starts the search again. If required, select a specific satellite by clicking New.

  • Page 41: Phone Book

    Phone book Adding and editing entries can also be done from the handset, see “Chapter 2 OPERATION FROM HANDSET”. Phone book capacity Phone numbers: Number length: Name length: Entry numbers: The SIM card entries and "CU" entries merge when the card is inserted. The list is sorted by name.
  • Page 42 4. OPERATION FROM PC Adding or editing entries 3 Clicking New (window 2 on previous page) opens the window used to add an entry to the book. Use Del to modify. Save stores the new entry. 4 Clicking Edit (window 2 on previous page) opens the window allowing changes to be made in the Phone book.

  • Page 43: Traffic Log

    • data Packet switched data calls (Mpds) including: • Mobile Packet Data Service calls The FELCOM 50 owner may set the log output mode as follows, (see "4.5 Traffic log settings"): • Paused • Cleared (stops logging and clears the log) •...
  • Page 44 4. OPERATION FROM PC Circuit switched calls: Clicking Cct displays the list of calls. 3 Scroll to wanted call record and press selected call. 4 The call details include data such as dialed number, start of the call, duration, service and terminal Id. Quit reverts to main window.

  • Page 45: Traffic Log Settings

    Traffic log settings (owner level only, see "Shifting to owner level" on page 5-4.) 1 In the Main window, clicking Log opens the Traffic log window, which displays the current log mode, number of unprinted calls, and whether logging of incoming calls is enabled/disabled. •...
  • Page 46 4. OPERATION FROM PC Mobile Packet Data Service calls: 4 Clicking Mpds in the Traffic log (window 1 on previous page) opens the list of Mobile Packet Data Service call records. 5 Print outputs all unprinted calls (tagged with a hash): Clicking Tag* marks all calls with a hash, which adds the records to the printout file.

  • Page 47: Traffic Log Printout Viewer

    Traffic log printout viewer 4.6.1 Normal calls (Cct) The viewer lists tagged call records. Records that have not been printed out are marked with a hash. The record file can be printed out or saved to disk. For default setup, see "5.15 Print handling setup". Click to save Click for Subscriber...

  • Page 48: Mobile Packet Data Service Calls (Mpds)

    4. OPERATION FROM PC 4.6.2 Mobile Packet Data Service calls (MPDS) The viewer lists tagged call records. Records that have not been printed out are marked with a hash. The record file can be printed out or saved to disk. For default setup, see "5.15 Print handling setup".

  • Page 49: Traffic Log Output To Serial Printer

    Traffic log output to serial printer When connected, traffic log details are automatically output as indicated below. One line is printed out after each call. To dump the traffic log, select menu > information > Traffic log in the ISDN handset. Select logging mode in vtLite Mobile Traffic log to: Automatic printing to RS232A or RS232B, see Traffic log settings earlier in this manual.

  • Page 50: Telefax Service

    Group3 fax using 3.1 kHz Audio service Limitations FELCOM 50 is fully compatible with the world’s leading telefax machines and telefax software standards. However, transmission may not be possible through some of the telefax machines available on the market. Please check with your Net service provider/FURUNO Distributor before purchasing a telefax for use with FELCOM 50.

  • Page 51: Data Service

    Data service Data transmission FELCOM 50 provides access to the international ISDN/PSTN network data services through its built-in modem capability. The service is suitable for applications such as high-speed file transfer, video, e-mail and internet. The transmission rate over the satellite is 64 kbps, and any standard PC with a serial port can be used.
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  • Page 53: Configuration From Pc

    CONFIGURATION FROM PC Menu functions Point at icons and double-click the mouse to open menus and functions. 2. Set access Exit Menu 1. Set default** Net provider level Mail* Lock Exit Menu 2. Call 7. Message duration guard indication 1. Access Exit Menu control update prep.

  • Page 54: Function Reference List

    Switches indication of received call on/off. See "5.6 Advanced functions". Only allows calls from Phone Book. List of barred numbers may be established. Set personal codes for using FELCOM 50. Only allows calls with specific card, no card or any card. Prepare software update.

  • Page 55: Access Level

    Access level The FELCOM 50 user program (vtLite Mobile) is accessible from two levels: USER LEVEL OWNER LEVEL – accessed by owner level password. Warning: To prevent misuse, passwords other than default must be entered before putting the FELCOM 50 in operation.

  • Page 56: Functions Requiring Owner Level

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.3.2 Functions requiring owner level Programming of the functions below requires that the user access is set to OWNER LEVEL: Traffic log settings/printouts Modifying password Net Service provider names Restricted dial Restricted SIM usage ISDN configuration (except data/time element) Access code Paid functions Phone name setup...
  • Page 57 Changing owner level password 3 Open the Set access level window again, and click Edit to modify the owner password. Key in: Current password New password (10 - 12 digits) Retype to confirm 4 Click Ok for each entry and store new password. To revert to User level, open the "Set access level"...

  • Page 58: Selecting Default Net Service Provider

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC Selecting default Net service provider The default Inmarsat Net service provider for a satellite (Ocean Region) is automatically used if the user does not select another one when making a call. Make sure that you choose the Net service provider who commissioned the equipment.
  • Page 59 4 Clicking Edit or pressing displays the list of available Net service providers. 5 Scroll to required Net provider: as default. Save stores the selected Net provider for this satellite (Ocean Region). 6 Click Yes sets Net service provider for all satellites (Ocean Regions). Position: 059d52m12s N 010d29m01s E D o y o u w a n t t h e s e l e c t e d n e t s e r v i c e...

  • Page 60: Phone Setup

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC Phone setup This phone setup menu includes the functions: Limitation of call duration Setting time zone Indication of received calls(See next page.) Double-click the Phone setup menu icon in the Function menu to access the functions. Call duration limit The call duration guard prevents accidental transmission of prolonged 64 kbps calls.
  • Page 61 2 Press the Edit button to open the List. COM1 3 Scroll to select the required zone. Click Selct to store the selected zone. Message indication When the Massage Indication function is set On, a received data and/or fax call is signaled in all FELCOM 50 Display Handsets:...
  • Page 62 5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC The ringing stops when pressing Call is finished. Data call: Fax call: (F2M = Fixed-to-Mobile) When the call is finished, the display reverts to idle. Setup: 1 Double-click the Message Indication icon in the Phone setup menu. 2 Select Fax or Data and Enable or Disable indication of received messages, as required.

  • Page 63: Advanced Functions

    Advanced functions “9 Customize” is accessible from OWNER LEVEL only. The OWNER LEVEL is protected by password. For shifting to owner level and assignment of password, see "5.3 Access level". “ 4 Alarms and messages” is accessible when Diagnostics is turned ON. The Advanced functions include the following menus.

  • Page 64: Access Control

    Restricted dialing The restricted dialing function allows the owner to establish a Barred list of subscriber numbers that cannot be called; or set FELCOM 50 for dialing from Phone Book only. The restricted dialing modes prevent misuse of FELCOM 50.

  • Page 65: Restricted Dialing Setup (Owner Level Only)

    5.7.2 Restricted dialing setup (owner level only) "Barred list" and phone book are established as follows: 1 Open the Restricted dialing window as shown on the previous page. 2 The Restricted dialing window shows which list is currently active. Edit allows selection of restriction mode. Scroll up/down to select. (Selct enters the chosen mode) 3 Clicking List displays the blocked phone numbers.

  • Page 66: Access Code (Owner Level Only)

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.7.3 Access code (owner level only) Access code can be activated for 4.8 kbps/64 kbps speech only. When the access code function has been activated, the user is always prompted for a 1-8 digit personal code when making a call. All telephones are activated.

  • Page 67: Restricted Sim Usage

    2 The SIM restrictions window shows an example with the setting Allowed SIM: No SIM. Click Any (default) to set FELCOM 50 for operation from a specific card only. Lock SIM: 3 Click Lock and insert the actual SIM card.

  • Page 68: Software Update Preparation

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC Software update preparation 1 Open the Function menu and then Advanced function menu. 2 Double-click the Software update prep icon. 3 Press the YES button. 4 To view update description press the Descr button. 5 Press the OK button. The update information is printout.

  • Page 69: Configuration Menu

    64 kbps service since all “unknown” speech devices are required to use the 4.8 kbps speech service. The user can set FELCOM 50 to map all “unknown” devices to 4.8 kbps speech service. Note: Remember to revert to user level.

  • Page 70: Net Service Providers (Owner Level Only)

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.9.2 Net service providers (owner level only) Adding, editing, or removing entries in the list of Net service providers. 1 Via the Function menu > Advanced functions menu, double-clicking the Net service providers icon in the Configuration menu displays the list of Net service providers including their station codes.

  • Page 71: Set Diagnostics

    5.9.3 Set diagnostics Additional system information is displayed when diagnostics is turned On. See also “5.1 Menu functions”. 1 Double-click the Set diagnostics icon via the Function menu > Advanced functions menu > Configuration menu. 2 Click On or Off as required. When choosing On, the following terms appear.

  • Page 72: Dual-Port Usb

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.9.4 Dual-port USB The Dual-port USB allows several programs to operate at the same time via a single USB port. Connect a USB cable between the USB port of the communication unit and the USB port of PC. One channel for data communication One channel for control (vtLite) The default setting is “Single port”.
  • Page 73 4 Clicking Save opens Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard which allows the selection of new USB drivers required to achieve parallel operation via the USB port. 5 The Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard installs the Nera dual port modem driver required for Dual Port operation.
  • Page 74 5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 8 Clicking the Modem tab shows the new driver installations (examples): COM6 to be used for vtLite Mobile COM3 to be used for dial-ups 9 Open vtLite Mobile and click Port. Select the Port COM setting for the new driver, i.e.

  • Page 75: Spot Beam Report Method

    5.9.5 Spot beam report method 1 Double-click the Spot beam report method icon via the Function menu > Advanced functions menu > Configuration menu. 2 Two selections are provided: Do not transmit my position May send position (default) May be changed in owner level only 5.

  • Page 76: Information Available

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.10 Information available Miscellaneous version Id information The Information available function displays the terminal forward Id and system versions. 1 Open the Function menu > Advanced functions menu > Information available menu. 2 Double-clicking the miscellaneous version Id information icon displays the available data.

  • Page 77: Customization Menu (Owner Level Only)

    Phone name setup 2 Double-clicking the Phone name setup icon in the Customization menu displays the Phone name, i.e. FURUNO F55. To change, key in uppercase/lowercase letters as required. Use Del to modify. Save stores the changes. This name appears at some screen.

  • Page 78: Routing Of Incoming Calls

    Routing of incoming calls When applying for IMN numbers, a Terminal Id (OID/DID) is received from the Net service provider. All devices connected to FELCOM 50 can make outgoing calls. For incoming calls it must be assured that the Terminal Ids and MSN numbers configured are as commissioned.
  • Page 79 Routing of incoming calls (examples) The table below illustrates the use of appropriate Terminal Ids for the various services combined with examples incoming IMN numbers. * Preprogrammed, see table on previous page. Note: If the Net service provider does not specify which Terminal Id should be used with the various IMN numbers, select Term.

  • Page 80: Msn Configuration

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.13 MSN configuration You are prompted to enter the owner level password (default: 1234567890). For security, the password should be changed before or after configuration of a device. See “Changing owner level password” on page 5-5. Click to open Device Manager for configuration of ISDN/RS-232/ RS-422/USB.

  • Page 81: Isdn Handset

    5.13.1 ISDN Handset ISDN Handsets will automatically be configured with Handset MSNs in the Device Manager. The first ISDN Handset connected will be given MSN20 and MSN22. The next ISDN Handset will be the next available MSNs. The MSNs can be controlled independently, e.g. if two handsets are given the same MSN, they will both respond to an incoming call to that MSN.
  • Page 82 5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC Deleting an ISDN Handset Unplug the ISDN Handset to be deleted and rightclick the same in the Dedicated Handset list. Clicking Test Handset removes its data, leaving the Terminal Id and MSN number vacant for another Display Handset. If necessary, click refresh: Communication Unit will remember the handset connection data.

  • Page 83: Isdn Port

    5.13.2 ISDN port Selection example: 4.8k speech Open device manager and click the New ISDN button to open ISDN Setup Wizard. Echo Cancellation is performed automatically for all voice calls. Uncheck if problems with echo cancellation. Require Access Code is checked when used for 4.8 speech and 64 kbps speech.

  • Page 84: Rs-232 Port

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.13.3 RS-232 port Open device manager and click [---] button of the RS232 on the Serial Ports- 64K UDI to open Serial Port Setup window. Key in MSN number if not using the recommended one. Click Proceed button to enter number.

  • Page 85: Usb Port

    5.13.4 USB port Open device manager and click [---] button of the USB on the Serial Ports-64K UDI. 5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC Click to open Key in MSN number Serial Port if not using the Setup. recommended one. Click Next to enter number.

  • Page 86: Saving And Reloading Configurations

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.14 Saving and reloading configurations The FELCOM 50 configuration settings may be stored on the PC hard disk, e.g. prior to replacing software. Procedure 1 Open the Device Manager window as indicated. 2 Clicking Devices > Save config to a file automatically stores the data in a “Config.
  • Page 87 Configuration printout viewer The list is sorted by Terminal Id. Print to local printer Save to disk Terminal ld and MSN number Tyep of service Individual device settings Name/location, if entered 5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5-35...

  • Page 88: Print Handling Setup

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.15 Print handling setup The Printout from modem window is used for setting of default output of Traffic log, Modem configuration, etc. Clicking Configure > Print handling opens the Printout from modem window. The following settings are selectable. Default print action: Normally, choose Print to screen which causes the file to be output via the Printout viewer.

  • Page 89: Ethernet Interface

    5. CONFIGURATION FROM PC 5.16 Ethernet interface Port configuration gets an additional tag for Telnet settings. Click Configure > Port and Telnet settings tag. If Enable access via LAN is ticked then vtLite will attempt to communicate using a raw telnet connection to the server address given in the server box. It will use the default telnet port 23.
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  • Page 91: Data Communication

    Scada Database queries E-commerce VPN - Virtual Private Network FELCOM 70 FELCOM 50 FELCOM 30 PC w/Windows 2000 or later SBS (Shared Base Station) assigns channels to the MPDS user and handles the MPDS communication. Terminals in MPDS mode share data channels with other users.

  • Page 92: Connecting Up

    Format: Flow control: 115200 bps 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit Hardware (RTS/CTS) Modem Drivers Win 2000/XP: - Std 33.600 bps FELCOM 50 48 VDC SYNC ISDN ALARM RS-232 A RS-232 B 5 4 3 2 1 5 4 3 2 1...

  • Page 93: Mpds-Setup

    6.1.3 MPDS - setup (Windows XP is used as an example) Ensure that vtLite Mobile is closed. 1 Open the Control Panel on the PC and double-click the Phone and Modem Options icon. 2 Click the Modems tab. Click Add, see next page. 6.
  • Page 94 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 3 In the Add Hardware Wizard window check "Don't detect my modem", and click Next. Select Standard 33600 bps Modem in the Models field, and click Next. 4 Select the port to which the Modem driver should be installed. Click Next and then Finish to complete the installation.
  • Page 95 5 Opening the Phone and Modem Options window confirms the established modem connection. Select “Standard 33600 bps Modem”. Note: The setup for data transfer to the CU is based on the Windows 2000/XP default parameters: 8 data bits - no parity - 1 stop bit - flow ctrl: Hardware Clicking Properties allows checking the parameters.
  • Page 96 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 7 Click Create a new connection to open the New Connection Wizard. Click Next. 8 Check Connect to the Internet. Click Next. Check Set up my connection manually. Click Next.
  • Page 97 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 9 Check “Connect using a dial-up modem”. Click Next. 10 Check “Modem Standard 33600 bps Modem.” Click Next. Enter the name for the connection e.g. MPDS. Click Next.
  • Page 98 Check Anyone's use, and click Next. 12 Enter name and password for the connection. Uncheck Turn on Internet Connection Firewall for this connection. Click Next. Complete the New Connection, click Finish. Note: Hash # may be omitted on some PCs/ Windows versions. FURUNO...

  • Page 99: Checking Default Settings

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.1.4 Checking default settings 1 Double-click Network Connections in the Control Panel. 2 Right-click the MPDS dial-up connection and click Properties.
  • Page 100 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 3 Check settings in the MPDS Properties window: Modem - Standard 33600 bps Modem (COM1) Phone number: **94#. Click Configure. 4 In the Modem Configuration window, check that the Maximum speed (bps) is set to 115200. 6-10...
  • Page 101 5 In the MPDS Properties window, click Networking and check that Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is selected. Click Settings. 6 In the PPP Settings window, Negotiate multi-link for single link connections should be unchecked. 7 Click OK button to finish. 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6-11...

  • Page 102: Connecting To Server

    If provided for the specific server connection, enter the User name and Password. Dialing **94# establishes the MPDS connection via the default Net provider (to HomeLES, see system overview). Click Dial to establish the connection to the server. See Connection in progress on next page. 6-12 FURUNO...
  • Page 103 Connection in progress Displayed on the PC screen: The FELCOM 50 ISDN Handset displays: (must be in diagnostic mode). MPDS: TUNED AOR-E Spot:6 6. DATA COMMUNICATION MPDS:Registering AOR-E Spot:6 MPDS:Registered AOR-E Spot:6 MPDS:Connected AOR-E Spot:6 6-13...
  • Page 104 Appears when right-clicking the MPDS dial-up icon or clicking the PC icons in the lower right corner of the screen. Note: Click Disconnect when shutting down the call. It is not enough to close the browser alone. 6-14 Open the browser/program to be used on the connection. http://www.furuno.co.jp/...
  • Page 105 Switching between MPDS and ISDN mode The connection window provides sensing on the telephone number. If dialing an international number instead of **94#, the terminal switches back to ISDN mode of operation. Examples: Dialing **94# (no subscriber number is sent to the Net provider). Dialing 008166850170 6.

  • Page 106: Traffic Log

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.1.6 Traffic log In the vtLite idle window, clicking Log lets you select between traffic logs for packet switched data (MPDS) and all other circuit switched call types. Clicking the right arrow key expands the level of detail on entries listed. In the Traffic Log window: MPDS: note that this information is included for information only and should not be used e.g.

  • Page 107: At-Commands

    FELCOM 50 terminal in MPDS mode. This is implicitly done when using the **94# dial string. This command will make the FELCOM 50 terminal Register at the RLES when the Windows dial Up adapter sets up a PPP connection to the H-LES (Internet).
  • Page 108 It is included for information only. However when you are not able to establish the Dial Up Adapter, the "FURUNO" procedure has been to try the At+Wreg=1 , in order to verify whether or not this has been a SBS or RLES problem.

  • Page 109: Troubleshooting

    6.1.8 Troubleshooting Problem 1. No contact with modem or busy 2. Cannot find Dial Up Networking: 3. Connection unsuccessful: 4. Length of serial cable Length of USB cable 5. All dialups dial in MPDS 6. User name and password illegal Probable cause Wrong setup of Make sure the vtLite...
  • Page 110 6. DATA COMMUNICATION Checking your configuration Connection attempt fails quickly and reports a hardware error with the modem Check that no other application for example hyperterminal or vtLite is using the serial port and check that the serial cable is properly connected between the PC and the terminal.
  • Page 111 The versions of the software components used in your system are shown in menu “Advanced functions” -> “Information available” -> “Misc version Id”. Use the up/down arrow keys to navigate the list. Minimum Modem software requirements: FELCOM 50: 2.0 system version (vtLite function no.982). 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6-21...

  • Page 112: Mobile Packet Data Service (Usb)

    Navigational updates Scada Database queries E-commerce VPN - Virtual Private Network FELCOM 70 FELCOM 50 FELCOM 30 PC w/Windows 2000 or later 6-22 SBS (Shared Base Station) assigns channels to the MPDS user and handles the MPDS communication. Terminals in MPDS mode share data channels with other users.

  • Page 113: Connecting Up

    The programs may be reinstalled when the USB installation has been completed. Procedure: 1 Insert the CD enclosed with the manual. 2 With the terminal ON, connect the USB port of a PC and FELCOM 50 as shown below. 3 Windows opens the Found New Hardware Wizard. See next page.

  • Page 114: Pc Setup

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.2.3 PC setup Setting up a connection (Windows XP is used as an example) Ensure that vtLite Mobile is closed. 1 The Found New Hardware Wizard opens when the USB cable has been connected. Check "Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)" and click Next. 2 Check "Don't search.
  • Page 115 3 In the Install new modem window click Have disk. Windows selects the CD drive and detects the USB driver on the CD automatically. Click Ok. 4 Select the NERA Generic USB Modem. Click Next and then Finish to complete the installation. NERA Generic USB Modem 6.

  • Page 116: Mpds-Setup

    1 Opening the Phone and Modem Options window confirms the established modem connection. Select Nera Generic USB Modem. Note: The setup for data transfer to the FURUNO terminal is based on the Windows 2000/XP default parameters: 8 data bits - no parity - 1 stop bit - flow ctrl: Hardware Clicking Properties allows checking the parameters.
  • Page 117 3 Click Create a new connection to open the New Connection Wizard. Click Next. 4 Check Connect to the Internet. Click Next. Check Set up my connection manually. Click Next. 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6-27...
  • Page 118 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 5 Check Connect using a dial-up modem. Click Next. 6 Check “Modem-NERA Generic USB Modem.” Click Next. Enter the name for the connection e.g. MPDS. Click Next. 6-28 Modem - NERA Generic USB Modem [COM3]...
  • Page 119 Note: Hash # may be omitted on some PCs/ Windows versions. 8 Enter name and password for the connection. Uncheck Turn on Internet Connection Firewall for this connection. Click Next. Complete the New Connection, click Finish. 6. DATA COMMUNICATION FURUNO 6-29...

  • Page 120: Checking Default Settings

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.2.5 Checking default settings 1 Double-click Network Connections in the Control Panel. 2 Right-click the MPDS dial-up connection and click Properties. 6-30...
  • Page 121 3 Confirm settings in the MPDS Properties window: "Modem - NERA Generic USB Modem". Phone number: **94# Click Configure. Modem - NERA Generic USB Modem [COM3] 4 In the Modem Configuration window, check that the Maximum speed (bps) is set to 115200. 6.
  • Page 122 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 5 In the MPDS Properties window, click Networking and check that Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is selected. Click Settings. 6 In the PPP Settings window, Negotiate multi-link for single link connections should be unchecked. 6-32...

  • Page 123: Connecting To Server

    If provided for the specific server connection, enter the User name and Password. Dialing **94# establishes the MPDS connection via the default Net provider (to HomeLES, see system overview). Click Dial to establish the connection to the server. See Connection in progress on next page. FURUNO 6-33...
  • Page 124 6. DATA COMMUNICATION Connection in progress Displayed on the PC screen: The FELCOM 50 ISDN Handset displays: (must be in diagnostic mode). 6-34 MPDS: TUNED AOR-E Spot:6 MPDS:Registering AOR-E Spot:6 MPDS:Registered AOR-E Spot:6 MPDS:Connected AOR-E Spot:6...
  • Page 125 When connected: Open the browser/program to be used on the connection. http://www.furuno.co.jp/ Connection status Appears when right-clicking the MPDS dial-up icon or clicking the PC icons in the lower right corner of the screen. Note: Click Disconnect when shutting down the call.
  • Page 126 6. DATA COMMUNICATION Switching between MPDS and ISDN mode The connection window provides sensing on the telephone number. If dialing an international number instead of **94#, the terminal switches back to ISDN mode of operation. Examples: Dialing (no subscriber number is sent to the Net provider). Dialing 004766850170 6-36...

  • Page 127: Traffic Log

    6.2.7 Traffic log In the vtLite idle window, clicking Log lets you select between traffic logs for packet switched data (MPDS) and all other circuit switched call types. Clicking the right arrow key expands the level of detail on entries listed. In the Traffic Log window: MPDS: note that this information is included for information only and should not be used e.g.

  • Page 128: At-Commands

    FELCOM 50 terminal Register at the RLES when the Windows dial Up adapter sets up a PPP connection to the H-LES (Internet). sets the FELCOM 50 terminal back to Normal mode (SCPC HSD) mode. Note: Local echo of keyboard entries is set to ON with the commands: Note that all the above commands are not required if you use the Dial String **94# to select MPDS;...
  • Page 129 It is included for information only. However when you are not able to establish the Dial Up Adapter, the "FURUNO" procedure has been to try the At+Wreg=1 , in order to verify whether or not this has been a SBS or RLES problem.

  • Page 130: Troubleshooting

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.2.9 Troubleshooting Problem 1. No contact with modem: 2. Cannot find Network Connection: 3. Connection unsuccessful: 4. Length of serial cable: Length of USB cable: 6-40 Probable cause Wrong setup of Check cable connection. Communication Unit. Disconnect USB cable, and reconnect.
  • Page 131 Problem Probable cause 5. Using vtLite Mobile via USB fails: 6. Disconnects Wrong setting in dialup. after some time: 7. All dialups dial in MPDS mode: 8. Username and Some PCs always require password illegal: username/password 6. DATA COMMUNICATION Action Remove vtLite Mobile and USB drivers, see problem 1.
  • Page 132 6. DATA COMMUNICATION Checking your configuration Connection attempt fails quickly and reports a hardware error with the modem Check that no other application for example hyperterminal or vtLite is using the serial port and check that the serial cable is properly connected between the PC and the terminal.
  • Page 133 The versions of the software components used in your system are shown in menu “Advanced functions” -> “Information available” -> “Misc version Id”. Use the up/down arrow keys to navigate the list. Minimum Modem software requirements: FELCOM 50: 2.0 system version (vtLite function no.982). 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6-43...

  • Page 134: Mobile Data Service (Rs-232)

    The Mobile Data Service offers 64 kbps connection to the international ISDN/PSTN network for F77/F55. The service is suitable for applications such as high-speed file transfer, store-and-forward video, e-mail and internet. (PPP = Point-to-Point Protocol). FELCOM 70 FELCOM 50 PC w/Windows 2000 or later 6-44 FELCOM 30 Internet service...

  • Page 135: Connecting Up

    115200 bps 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit (RTS/CTS) Modem Drivers Win 2000/XP: - Std 33.600 bps FELCOM 50 48 VDC SYNC ISDN ALARM RS-232 A RS-232 B 5 4 3 2 1 5 4 3 2 1...

  • Page 136: Pc Setup

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.3.3 PC setup Setting up a connection (Windows XP is used as an example) Ensure that vtLite Mobile is closed. 1 Open the Control Panel on the PC and doubleclick the Phone and Modem Options icon. 2 Click the Modems tab. Click Add, see next page.
  • Page 137 3 In the Add Hardware Wizard window check "Don't detect my modem", and click Next. Select Standard 33600 bps Modem in the Models field, and click Next. 4 Select the port to which the Modem driver should be installed. Click Next and then Finish to complete the installation. 6.
  • Page 138 Select “Standard 33600 bps Modem”. Click the Advanced tag and enter command “AT+WS45=1.” Note: The setup for data transfer to the Furuno terminal is based on the Windows 2000/XP default parameters: 8 data bits - no parity - 1 stop bit - flow ctrl: Hardware Clicking Properties allows checking the parameters.
  • Page 139 7 Click Create a new connection to open the New Connection Wizard. Click Next. 8 Check Connect to the Internet. Click Next. Check Set up my connection manually. Click Next. 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6-49...
  • Page 140 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 9 Check Connect using a dial-up modem. Click Next. Check "Modem - Standard 33600 bps Modem". Click Next. 10 Enter the name for the connection e.g. Mobile Data Service via RS-232. Click Next. Enter phone number. (Through some Net Providers, dialing 28 automatically connects you to the ISP - Internet Service Provider).
  • Page 141 11 Check Anyone's use, and click Next. Some Internet Service Providers require user name and password (also on number 28). Uncheck Turn on Internet Connection Firewall for this connection. Click Next. 12 Complete the New Connection, click Finish. 6. DATA COMMUNICATION FURUNO 6-51...

  • Page 142: Checking Default Settings

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.3.4 Checking default settings 1 Double-click Network Connections in the Control Panel. 2 Right-click the Mobile Data Service via RS-232 dial-up connection and click Properties. 6-52...
  • Page 143 3 Check settings in the Mobile Data Service via RS-232 Properties window: Modem - Standard 33600 bps Modem (COM1) Phone number: 28 Click Configure. 4 In the Modem Configuration window, check that the Maximum speed (bps) is set to 115200. Click OK 6.
  • Page 144 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 5 In the Mobile Data Service via RS-232 Properties window, click Networking and check that Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is selected. Click Settings. 6 In the PPP Settings window, Negotiate multi-link for single link connections should be unchecked. 6-54...

  • Page 145: Connecting To Server

    If provided for the specific server connection, enter the User name and Password. Click Dial to establish the connection to the server. See Connection in progress on next page. Connect Mobile Data Service via RS-232 FURUNO 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6-55...
  • Page 146 6. DATA COMMUNICATION Connection in progress Displayed on the PC screen: Connection status Appears when right-clicking the Mobile Data Service via RS-232 dial-up icon or clicking the PC icons in the lower right corner of the screen. Note: Click Disconnect when shutting down the call. It is not enough to close the browser alone.

  • Page 147: Troubleshooting

    Dial up connection Up Networking: not installed. 3. Connection Other end is not an unsuccessful: ISDN connection. - FELCOM 70 - FELCOM 50 Wrong connection details 4. Connection Other end is not an unsuccessful: analogue line. - FELCOM 30 Wrong connection details 5.

  • Page 148: At Commands

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.3.7 AT commands General The AT command set allows you to configure the Mobile Data Service function directly from your PC keyboard. The AT characters are a prefix to the commands you issue to the Mobile Data Service.
  • Page 149 Operating modes The Mobile Data Service function may operate in three modes: Command mode The Mobile Data Service responds to AT commands. No remote communication occurs. Online command mode A data call is taking place and an escape sequence has been initiated, after which the Mobile Data Service will respond to AT commands during the call.
  • Page 150 6. DATA COMMUNICATION hook control: sets the Mobile Data Service ON-hook when in Online Data Mode. Disconnects the line and terminates the call. returns to Online Data Mode when in Online Command Mode during a data call. sets responses sent by the Mobile Data Service: : the Mobile Data Service returns responses like OK or ERROR.
  • Page 151 basic message set extended with all of the above. Default resets the Mobile Data Service configuration to last saved command. Also clears the call if used when in Online Command Mode. repeats last command. Re-executes the last AT command string issued to the Mobile Data Service, including redialing a telephone number.
  • Page 152 6. DATA COMMUNICATION & selects the Data Set Ready (DSR) behaviour: & & & displays stored configuration profile. & saves active configuration profile. (May be recalled using Extended AT+G, +I and +W commands The extended AT+I, AT+G and AT+W commands are non-standard features some of which are designed specially for the Inmarsat system.
  • Page 153 displays available settings. Format reference number n : 1 = 8 data bits, 2 stop bits Default 3 = 8 data bits, 1 stop bit 4 = 7 data bits, 2 stop bits 5 = 7 data bits, 1 parity bit, 1 stop bit Parity reference number m : 0 = odd 1 = even...
  • Page 154 6. DATA COMMUNICATION displays available settings. Selectable data rates, r : 1200 bps 2400 bps 4800 bps 9600 bps 19200 bps 38400 bps Example: specifies a data rate of 9600 bps between the PC and the FELCOM 30/50/70 indicates which PCCA standard the Mobile Data Service complies with. selects Net Provider (XXX = LES access code) Example: selects Telenor.
  • Page 155 gives the response: OK or ERROR. Takes 3-5 secs to complete burn; further 15 secs until the terminal is up again. The command causes the terminal to burn all its semipermanent data to flash, e.g. the Bulletin board, and then restart. causes the terminal to enter standby state as if the power key has been pressed and held.
  • Page 156 6. DATA COMMUNICATION S-Register commands S-registers are special memory locations in FELCOM 30/50/70 for storing specific configuration and operating parameters. specifies automatic answer at the n 0=OFF, 1-255=ON. <n> sets value of register. displays current value of register. the Mobile Data Service will terminate incoming calls after 95 secs. stores the ASCII decimal code for the escape character.
  • Page 157 stores the ASCII decimal code for the line feed character. Authorized codes: 0 to 127. sets value of register. displays current value of register. sets the LINE FEED code to 10. Default. stores the ASCII decimal code for the editing character. Authorized codes: 0 to 127.

  • Page 158: Dte Interface

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.3.8 DTE interface Pin assignments Mnemonic Circuit number Signal source DTE means the signal goes from the PC to FELCOM 30/50/70. Signal source DCE means the signal goes from FELCOM 30/50/70 to the PC. 6-68 CCITT Signal circuit source 5 4 3 2 1...
  • Page 159 Signal descriptions 102 Signal Ground Digital ground, return line. 103 Send Data Data transmitted from DTE (PC) to DCE (FELCOM 30/50/70). 104 Receive data Data Received from DCE (FELCOM 30/50/70) to DTE (PC). 105 Request To Send OFF requests DCE (FELCOM 30/50/70) to suspend transmission to DTE (PC).

  • Page 160: Mobile Data Service (Usb)

    The Mobile Data Service offers 64 kbps connection to the international ISDN/PSTN network. The service is suitable for applications such as high-speed file transfer, store-and-forward video, e-mail and internet. (PPP = Point-to-Point Protocol). FELCOM 70 FELCOM 50 PC w/Windows 2000 or later 6-70 FELCOM 30 Internet service...
  • Page 161 The programs may be reinstalled when the USB installation has been completed. Procedure: 1 Insert the CD enclosed with the manual. 2 With the terminal ON, connect the USB port of a PC and FELCOM 50 as shown below. 3 Windows opens the Found New Hardware Wizard. See next page.

  • Page 162: Pc Setup

    Check "Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)" and click Next. 2 Check "Don't search. I will choose the driver to install". Click Next. Note: Setting up is only necessary to do once. For future connections, go directly to Initiate a call. 6-72 FELCOM 50...
  • Page 163 3 In the Install new modem window click Have disk. Windows selects the CD drive and detects the USB driver on the CD automatically. Click Ok. 4 Select the Modem-Nera Generic USB Modem. Click Next and then Finish to complete the installation. Modem-Nera Generic USB Modem 6.
  • Page 164 Select Modem-Nera Generic USB Modem. Click the Advanced tag and enter command “AT+WS45=1.” Note: The setup for data transfer to the FURUNO terminal is based on the Windows 2000/XP default parameters: 8 data bits - no parity - 1 stop bit - flow ctrl: Hardware Clicking Properties allows checking the parameters.
  • Page 165 7 Click Create a new connection to open the New Connection Wizard. Click Next. 8 Check Connect to the Internet. Click Next. Check Set up my connection manually. Click Next. 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6-75...
  • Page 166 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 9 Check Connect using a dial-up modem. Click Next. Check "Modem-Nera USB Modem". Click Next. 10 Enter the name for the connection e.g. Mobile Data Service via USB. Click Next. Enter phone number (through some Net Providers, dialing 28 automatically connects you to the ISP –...
  • Page 167 11 Check Anyone's use, and click Next. 12 Enter name and password for the connection. Uncheck Turn on Internet Connection Firewall for this connection. Click Next. Complete the New Connection, click Finish. 6. DATA COMMUNICATION FURUNO 6-77...

  • Page 168: Checking Default Settings

    6. DATA COMMUNICATION 6.4.3 Checking default settings 1 Double-click Network Connections in the Control Panel. 2 Right-click the Mobile Data Service via USB dial-up connection and click Properties. 6-78 Mobile Data Service via USB Disconnected FURUNO F55 USB Modem...
  • Page 169 3 Confirm settings in the Mobile Data Service via USB Properties window: "Modem – NERA Generic USB Modem". Phone number: 28 Click Configure. Mobile Data Service via USB Properties Modem - NERA Generic USB Modem [COM3] 4 In the Modem Configuration window, check that the Maximum speed (bps) is set to 115200.
  • Page 170 6. DATA COMMUNICATION 5 In the Mobile Data Service via RS-232 Properties window, click Networking and check that Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is selected. Click Settings. 6 In the PPP Settings window, Negotiate multi-link for single link connections should be un-checked. 6-80...

  • Page 171: Connecting To Server

    Note: The vtLite Mobile program must be closed down prior to dialing up the server. Enter the User name and Password provided for the specific server connection. Click Dial to establish the connection to the server. See Connection in progress on next page. FURUNO 6-81...
  • Page 172 6. DATA COMMUNICATION Connection in progress Connection status Appears when right-clicking the Mobile Data Service via USB dial-up icon or clicking the PC icons in the lower right corner of the screen. Note: Click Disconnect when shutting down the call. It is not enough to close the browser alone.
  • Page 173 Network installed. Connection: 3. Connection Other end is not an ISDN unsuccessful: connection. - FELCOM 70 - FELCOM 50 Wrong connection details 4. Connection Other end is not an analogue line. unsuccessful: - FELCOM 30 Wrong connection details 5. Cable length...
  • Page 174 6. DATA COMMUNICATION Problem 6. Using vtLite Mobile via USB fails 7. Disconnects Wrong setting in dialup after some time 8. All dialups dial in MPDS mode 9. Using Win 98 10. Username and Some PCs always require password illegal user name/password 11.

  • Page 175: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING General No regular maintenance is required of the FELCOM 50 satellite terminal. It is recommended, however, to clean the antenna radome every once in a while. The real time clock is automatically updated by the built-in GPS. Troubleshooting Problem The FELCOM 50 CU power indicator does not light up.
  • Page 176 Check that the correct Net messages appear in service provider is shown in the vtLite display: "No the display. response from net." The FELCOM 50 terminal is (HS: Disconnected) not commissioned. Check with the Net Service Provider. Verily in ISDN handset menu> Information>...
  • Page 177 GPS alarm, or GPS Wait for 15 minutes. The GPS not received may use up 15 minutes if FELCOM 50 has switched off for more than 6 hours. If not the case, GPS will report position to the vtLite Mobile and handset display when GPS sync.

  • Page 178: 7.2 Alarms And Messages

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7.2 Alarms and messages 7.2.1 Introduction ISDN Handset in idle When idle, the ISDN Handset displays as follows. The alarm indicator flashes when an alarm condition occurs. The indicator stops once the alarm has been read in the Display Handset by pressing >...
  • Page 179 Alarms and Messages function The following information may be read out: Active alarms and warnings that are not yet read Information log, list of previous alarm conditions, warnings and event information Clear cause log, list of abnormal conditions that have caused a call to be cleared Statistics list, statistics on terminal performance Error log...

  • Page 180: 7.2.2 Alarms

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7.2.2 Alarms Alarms and messages menu 1 Double-click Active alarms and warnings to open List of active alarms window. 2 The List of active alarms displays the alarms and warnings that are not yet read. An alarm will remain active until the problem has been solved. Typical alarm conditions are listed in ALARM List on page 7-8.
  • Page 181 7. TROUBLESHOOTING 5 Statistics list and Error log are used for faultfinding purposes only. COM1 COM1 6 The Restart log indicates why and when the system was restarted. COM1...
  • Page 182 7. TROUBLESHOOTING Ref. Alarm Burst not sent Missing output EEPROM CRC failure External GPS position in Beam selection failed Not ready for call Modem thermometer error No contact with GPS No GPS position Power supply thermometer error RFB reported 28 V too high RFB reported 28 V too RFB reported 48 V too...

  • Page 183: Clear Causes

    7.2.3 Clear causes Clear cause window List of possible clear cause messages 1001 Call cleared by MES terminal 1011 Call failed, MES terminal busy 1012 Call cleared, MES terminal busy 1021 Call failed, MES time-out (no answer) 1081 Call failed, MES terminal not installed 1091 Call failed, MES terminal IO out-of-service, verify configuration 1092...
  • Page 184 7. TROUBLESHOOTING 12B1/3 SES is clearing due to timeout of timer channel_not_ready, before reception of CHANNEL_READY. 12B1/4 SES is clearing due to timeout of timer TS003, Wait for assignment from NCS during shore_call 12B1/5 SES is clearing due to timeout of timer TS008, no_distress_channel_assignment 12B1/6 SES is clearing due to timeout of timer TS005,...
  • Page 185 12B1/37 Used in CONTROL_PP to indicate a preemption of a ship- or shore-call, for a MES initiated distress-call. 12B1/38 Used in DTLXMNG_DPP to indicate a timeout of timer TS308, no mark has been received from the LES. 12B1/41 Printer not ready. Power may be turned off, cable not connected, paper empty or printer not selected/on-line 12B1/42 CHANNEL_ERROR detected by CHNL_SERVICE_CP or...
  • Page 186 7. TROUBLESHOOTING 12B1/72 Congestion, can't connect lines, internal dialing. 12B1/73 Congestion, can't get line, internal dialing. 12B1/74 Internal number unallocated 12B1/75 Incompatible destination for internal call 12B1/76 Invalid CallRef, (Too late, another call process got the call) 12B1/77 Too late, another call process got the call, (ISDN: non_selected_user_clearing) 12B1/78 Local interface too busy to handle the call...
  • Page 187 12C2 Call cleared, no credit card valid message received 12C3 Call failed, MES time-out (no terrestrial answer) 12C4 Call cleared, authentication query not received 12C5 Call cleared, supplementary services signalling error 12C6 Call cleared, supplementary services signalling error 12C7 Call cleared, supplementary services signalling error 12C8 Handover failed, LES not detected 12D1...

  • Page 188: 7.2.4 Troubleshooting: Real Time Status Indications

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7.2.4 Troubleshooting: Real time status indications Access to AT-commands Instead of using the PC hyperterminal facility, access can easily accomplished using vtLite Mobile. Verify MPDS status: key in at + wreg =1 to register. Note: For access to all advanced status indications, enable traffic log. Read information MPDS status: inactive...
  • Page 189 MPDS in traffic log explanation: SRejTx: <count1> <count2> The counters are respectively the number of SREJ supervisory frames send and received. This indicates errors in the forward and return path respectively. Tx 5ms: <count1> Tx20ms: <count2> The counters are respectively the number of 5 ms and 20 ms bursts sent by the terminal.

  • Page 190: 7.2.5 Troubleshooting: Other Logs

    7. TROUBLESHOOTING 7.2.5 Troubleshooting: Other logs Mobile Packet Data Service calls Clicking Mpds in the Traffic log window opens the list of Mobile Packet Data Service call records. Pressing at a record when in window (2) displays detailed call data. NO.

  • Page 191: List Of Terms

    M4 Inmarsat Multi-Media Mini-M. MES Mobile Earth Station, a user terminal for an Inmarsat system; the FELCOM 50 terminal is an MES for the Inmarsat GAN system; MES may also be called SES (Ship Earth Station) or, if on aircraft, AES (Aeronautical Earth Station).
  • Page 192 PIN Personal Identification Number. POR Pacific Ocean Region. PPP Point-to-Point Protocol, protocol used for serial data communication via the FELCOM 50 RS-232 or USB port. PUK Personal Unblocking Key, code that allows unblocking a SIM card. RF Radio Frequency. R LES Regional Land Earth Station sets terminal in MPDS list.

  • Page 193: System Description

    NCS: Network Coordinating Station, one in each Ocean Region (supervises all messages and signals sent in the Inmarsat system). LES: Land Earth Station w/Net service providers interconnects fixed telecommunication networks with the Inmarsat system. MES: Mobile Earth Station (FELCOM 50, user terminal for the Inmarsat system). TELEPHONE NETWORKS DATA NETWORKS Overview of the Inmarsat system.
  • Page 194 FELCOM 50 can communicate via the four satellite Ocean Regions: AOR-W AOR-E The coverage area of the satellites for FELCOM 50 is shown on page 3-4. Transmission frequencies The Inmarsat terminals operate in the following frequency bands: MES transmission frequencies:1626.5 MHz - 1646.5 MHz MES receiving frequencies:1530.0 MHz - 1559.0 MHz...
  • Page 195 If no satellite is found, a hemispheric search will be performed. Tracking At the end of a search, FELCOM 50 performs a fine-tuning of the antenna position around the strongest detected signal. The fine-tuning is obtained by a squinting function based on satellite signal quality.
  • Page 196 MSN (Mobile Subscriber Number) assigned to each unit. Control interface The RS-232 or USB port allows connection of a PC for configuration of FELCOM 50. A PC program (vtLite Mobile) that provides the software to operate and configure FELCOM 50 terminal is supplied on the enclosed CD.
  • Page 197 The Net service provider issues your user licence and IMN (Inmarsat Mobile Number) phone numbers. It is also responsible for the billing of calls (charges). The FELCOM 50 may respond to individual IMN numbers, giving the possibility to transfer a call directly to each device attached to it.
  • Page 198 LES. 123456/ABCDEF This initial request for service contains 123456/ABCDEF the MES Return ID and type of service. 123456/ABCDEF FELCOM 50 incorporates a configuration 123456/ABCDEF table that contains Terminal for every 123456/ABCDEF device connected and type of service. 67244700...
  • Page 199 Calls to Mobiles See figure. The FELCOM 50 terminal receives incoming calls via the IMN phone numbers. IMN numbers are assigned to the following ports by the user: ISDN port RS-232 serial data port RS-422 serial data port USB serial data port Calls are made as ordinary international (Satellite) calls by dialing the international prefix (normally 00) followed by 870 and the IMN number, e.g.:...
  • Page 200 The request is then sent to the MES which translates the Terminal ID to an MSN number. To "connect" a Terminal ID to a physical line, Forward/return ID FELCOM 50 incorporates a translation table. 123456/ABCDEF This table can contain up to 100 ID translations, 123456/ABCDEF...

  • Page 201: Appendix: Terminal Identities

    APPENDIX: TERMINAL IDENTITIES Term. lD Service 01 - 0F Voice 11 - 1F 21 - 2F 31 - 3F Telex 41 - 4F 51 - 5F 64 k Data (UDI) 61 - 6F 3.1 kHz Audio 71 - 7F 56 K Data N.C.
  • Page 202 APPENDIX MAINTENANCE PARTS This page is intentionally left blank. AP-2...

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