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BEARCAT Docking Station
User Guide
BLUE SKY NETWORK, LLC
5353 Mission Center Rd. #222
San Diego, CA 92108, USA

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  • Page 1 BEARCAT Docking Station User Guide BLUE SKY NETWORK, LLC 5353 Mission Center Rd. #222 San Diego, CA 92108, USA...
  • Page 2 Any operation. Any asset. Anywhere. BEARCAT Docking Station User Guide v3.0 BEARCAT Docking Station User Guide Version 3.0 Part Number: 9575P-HQ-DOD Page 2 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3: Notice

    BEARCAT Docking Station User Guide v3.0 NOTICE This guide is published and copyrighted by Blue Sky Network (BSN). All information and specifications in this document are subject to change without notice. Nothing in this document is intended to create additional or separate warranties or guarantees.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Calling with SmartDial ............................. 16 Calling without SmartDial ..........................16 RJ-11 / POTS ..............................16 PRIVACY HANDSET ............................. 16 Answering a Call ..............................17 RJ-11 / POTS ..............................17 Page 4 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 5 Checking Signal Strength ..........................19 Antenna Cable Runs ............................20 Installation and Startup Troubleshooting ....................20 PRODUCT WARRANTY ................... 21 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................ 23 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ................... 24 Page 5 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 6 Any operation. Any asset. Anywhere. BEARCAT Docking Station User Guide v3.0 PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Page 6 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 7: About This Document

    1. FAA Regulations Blue Sky Network products are not FAA-approved and are not intended for aircraft use. 2. Exposure to Radio Frequency Signals Your Iridium-designed satellite unit is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When it is on, it receives and sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
  • Page 8 Check with your vehicle’s manufacturer or representative. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle. 10. Posted Facilities Turn your unit OFF in any facilities where posted notices so require. Page 8 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 9 Connect to a PABX as either a central office (CO) or trunk line. Never connect the docking station to a PABX as an extension to avoid potential damage. Page 9 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 10: Product Overview

    Error LED Indicator (Red) Handset Restraint Lock Connections Iridium Antenna Connection (TNC F) GPS Antenna Connection (SMA F) RJ11 / POTS Connection Power Input RJ-45 (Reserved) Handset Audio Connection Page 10 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 11: Installation

    NOTE: The lock collar on this cable should only be tightened by hand. Do not use pliers as this will overtighten the cable and potentially damage the connector housing. Page 11 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 12: Optional Wire Connections

    Connect the optional privacy handset to the docking station via the latching RJ-45 connector. The privacy handset shows system status information while providing a convenient interface for calls when in close proximity to the docking station. Page 12 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 13: General Use

    ‘click lock’ with the handset. 7. Install audio cable 8. Plug in until fully from docking station seated. into the handset’s hands-free port. Page 13 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 14: Power On Messages

    Once the 9575A handset has completed its start-up process, it will begin searching for the Iridium satellite network. Other Status Indicators: RJ-11 audio: Short-long (repeat) Dock LEDs: Satellite icon will blink Page 14 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 15: Stage 4: Network Registered

    STAGE 5: 9575A UNDOCKED The docking station indicates when the 9575A handset has been removed. Other Status Indicators: RJ-11 audio: Long-short repeat Dock LEDs: error icon remains lit Page 15 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 16: Making Or Answering A Call: Non-Secure Mode

    2. Enter the number to call using international dialing sequences. 3. Press the green SEND button to initiate the dialing sequence. 4. Press the red END button to terminate the call. Page 16 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 17: Answering A Call

    Go off-hook or press the on / off button on your connected 2-wire phone. PRIVACY HANDSET 1. Remove from hang-up cup. 2. Press the green SEND button to answer. 3. Press the red END button to terminate the call. Page 17 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 18: Making Or Answering A Call: Secure Mode

    However, the handsfree headset will operate with the ISM installed. Therefore, when the 9575A is installed in the Bearcat docking station, the only method of making a secure phone call is to use the handsfree headset.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    NOTE: Each cable splice will reduce signal strength, so it is recommended to keep splices to a minimum. Page 19 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 20: Antenna Cable Runs

    2. Verify cable length has not 2. The antenna cable length is been exceeded; eliminate exceeded or there are too unnecessary cable splices. many splices in the cable run. Page 20 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 21: Product Warranty

    Quotation. Product Terms and Conditions Blue Sky Network, LLC (“Blue Sky”) warrants that the Products it manufactured shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty (i) shall apply to Customer (as named in the Quotation) only and no other and (ii) shall not apply to any Product which is not stored, handled, installed, or used in strict accordance with Blue Sky’s specifications and instruction manuals, or...
  • Page 22 BREACH; THEREFORE, THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY. THIS CONTRACT SETS FORTH SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND CUSTOMER MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. Page 22 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 23: Declaration Of Conformity

    BEARCAT Docking Station User Guide v3.0 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Page 23 of 24 © 2023 Blue Sky Network, All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 24: Technical Support

    BEARCAT Docking Station User Guide v3.0 TECHNICAL SUPPORT Blue Sky Network is committed to providing the highest level of service and support. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us by email or phone; contact information is available at the bottom of this page.

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