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Safety Information For the latest in supporting software and documentation for DriveDOCK Extreme please visit: IMPORTANT! www.beamcommunications.com/support/drivedockextreme Please read the following information carefully before installing and using the BEAM DriveDOCK Extreme. Failing to follow Data instructions may compromise the safety of the product and may To use data on the DriveDOCK Extreme, the specific BEAM USB driver must result in personal injury and/or equipment damage.
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WARNING: POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES ◊ National Radiological Protection Board of the United • Turn your phone OFF and DO NOT remove your battery or Kingdom, GS 11, 1988 remove the Extreme handset from the cradle when you are in ◊ American National Standards Institute any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere.
Electronic Devices can, under certain unique conditions, be subject to interference by mobile Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. Certain radio operation. Although the transceiver exceeds all requirements equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your phone. regarding RF emissions, you should mount the transceiver as far as possible from the guidance system and/or braking modulator box (usually Pacemakers...
About this equipment INSTALLATION • Supports 9 - 32V DC power input DriveDOCK Extreme Key Features • Installation via universal mount, also suitable for wall mounting DriveDOCK Extreme CRADLE • Antenna, mic and speaker installed in a convenient location • Securely holds Extreme handset QUALITY •...
Tracking / Alert Monitoring Equipment Overview The DriveDOCK Extreme utilizes the Iridium Extreme’s tracking and Latch button emergency notification functions. The Track button is enabled (factory Latch PRESS default setting). The Alert Loop (wires to an emergency distress button) is Feature buttons disabled, and requires Eagle Configuration Tool to enable it.
Installation Guidelines • In a vehicle equipped with electronically controlled anti-skid brakes, This guide outlines the process for installing the BEAM DriveDOCK Extreme route all cables on the opposite side of the vehicle from the braking in conjunction with an Iridium Extreme portable handset. modulator box to minimize possible interference from the phone.
Step 1 - Mounting the DriveDOCK Extreme cradle WARNING: Do not connect the DriveDOCK Extreme interface power cable The DriveDOCK Extreme is supplied with a universal RAM® mount bracket to power the unit until the full installation is completed. that enables mounting to any flat surface (vertical or horizontal) within a vehicle, attached on a wall or on a table as required.
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Step 2a - Install the external Iridium Antenna Connection Step 2b - Install the GPS Antenna Connection (optional) The external antenna connection can be found at the rear of the dock on the cable loom. The GPS connection is NOT optional if the tracking or Emergency function Install the Iridium antenna in an appropriate location that has a clear sky is required.
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Step 3 - Connect the speaker and microphone Step 5 - Connect Privacy Handset (Optional–Extra Order) The DriveDOCK cradle comes with an external speaker and microphone for The DriveDOCK Extreme provides a 4-pole 3.5mm audio socket at the hands-free operation. bottom of the Dock, for connection to the BEAM Privacy Handset.
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Step 6 - Connect the Intelligent Handset (Optional - Extra Order) (+) Vin 9 to 32VDC To Battery Positive Terminal (3A Fuse recommended) BLACK (-) OV Power Ground The Intelligent handset provides the user with a dial pad and LCD display To Negative Terminal or chassis YELLOW (IGN) Ignition / Accessory and allows the user to make calls or send/receive SMS without having...
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Step 8 - Horn Output / Audio System Mute Step 9 - Bluetooth® Configuration (Optional) The DriveDOCK provides a BLUE wire output on the rear cable loom for DriveDOCK has an in-built Bluetooth® module for voice connectivity. either controlling an external ringer such as a vehicle horn, or to Mute the vehicle Audio System during a call.
Step 10 - Tracking & Alert Configuration (optional) DriveDOCK Extreme Usage Tracking & Alert requires the installation of a GPS antenna, and setup of the Extended Iridium Extreme Battery tracking and/or alerting messages. Please refer to the Eagle software to enable and configure Tracking & Alert. Iridium provide an optional extra high capacity Please refer to the Iridium Extreme Handset User Manual to configure the...
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Docking your Extreme handset Removing the Iridium Extreme At the base of the Iridium Extreme handset there is an accessory To remove the handset, first press down on the latch button and connector cover. Open the cover and move it to the back of the handset, then rotate the latch up and away from the handset.
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Ensure that the DriveDOCK Extreme is running with the latest may drop out during this transition, and the phone may turn off. firmware which can be located at: www.beamcommunications.com/support/drivedockextreme NOTE: If the Extreme handset fails to connect with the cradle, the cradle...
Charging the Iridium Extreme Handset Placing Voice Calls The DriveDOCK Extreme provides charging power to the Extreme handset Hands-Free Phone Call – Mobile Originating via its accessory connector. Dial the number (using the full country codes) on the Extreme handset keypad whilst docked, or the Intelligent handset keypad (if connected).
NOTE: To end the call by either one of the bellow: The DriveDOCK Extreme internal ringer will also sound during • Pressing the Bluetooth® headset answer button an incoming call. This can be changed by a single press of the •...
Intelligent Handset Use Mute Mode Intelligent Handset Phone Call - Mobile Originating Remove the Intelligent handset from its cup. NOTE: Dial the phone number (using the full country code) on the The Mute function only operates DURING a call. Once the call is keypad.
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Tracking & Alert Operations Activate Alert Mode Alert mode can be activated by one of the following two methods: Pressing the SOS button on the top of the Iridium Extreme handset. NOTE: If the alert loop is broken (OPEN) . This feature must be enabled in the In this manual, when there is a reference to the Track button or the Eagle application.
Sleep mode DriveDOCK Extreme Front Panel The DriveDOCK can enter a low-power SLEEP mode after pre-defined LOCATION BUTTON MODE ACTION LED/SOUND waiting time (20 minutes by default) when a Extreme Handset is docked Mute press In a Call: AND its accessory input is turned OFF (and is not set to be “ignored” in the On/off Mute the microphone LED turns RED...
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LOCATION BUTTON MODE ACTION LED/SOUND LOCATION BUTTON MODE ACTION LED/SOUND Ringer Not in Call: Single Press In Tracking Mode*: Single Press Cycle through the ring Ring tone playback (until 1 beep Send a tracking message LED flashes GREEN tones and the output and the output sounds) to the pre-configured...
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All Buttons Button LED Reference GREEN BLUE ORANGE Firmware Upgrade Mode ILLUMINATED Mic / Uplink ILLUMINATED audio Mute Status LED GREEN BLUE ORANGE GREEN YELLOW - DTR present on Privacy Ready to receive - No Iridium signal data port Handset or ILLUMINATED or place a call - Not registered...
Undertake Circuit Switched Data (CSD), Short Burst Data (SBD) and Short Message Service (SMS) communication when services You can download the Windows driver for the DriveDOCK Extreme from are provisioned. http://www.beamcommunications.com/drivedockextreme • Access the internet via Iridium Direct Internet 3 or through a Dial-Up connection Please note that Iridium only supplies Direct Internet 3 software for the Microsoft Windows-based operating system.
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“ISU AT Command Reference” document for more details on the AT Battery Strength commands supported by Iridium. Indicates an SMS message has been received www.beamcommunications.com/support/drivedockextreme Indicates a voicemail has been received The document is located under Common Resources then “Iridium AT Indicates the keypad is locked command guide.
Assuring Quality of Iridium Service Power-On Messages Once your phone is powered on, you may see: Iridium is committed to providing subscribers around the world with con- sistent, reliable, quality voice and data access all day, every day. The Iridium MESSAGE MESSAGE DESCRIPTION satellite system is monitored for call performance from numerous locations...
Cabling Specification Summary Using an externally mounted antenna provides an ideal solution for Electrical & Environmental Specifications many applications. It is very important that both the antenna cabling and antenna are BEAM approved products. Always ensure all RF connectors POWER SPECIFICATIONS are screwed together firmly and ensure there are no sharp bends in the Rated Input 9-32V DC, 2A max...
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Cradle Dimensions Antenna Integrated chip antenna DriveDOCK Extreme Dimensions in millimeters Bluetooth® identifier: B03005. CE 89/336/EEC - #EC/2006/20013C. FCC part 15 class B: DriveDOCK contains Regulatory Transmitter Module FCC ID: QOQWT11. Canada: Cert# 5123A-BGTWT11E Japan:07215089/AA/00 The Bluetooth® word, mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth®...
Trouble Shooting DriveDOCK Extreme Dimensions in millimeters with optional Privacy Handset attached This chapter provides information to help you troubleshoot problems you may encounter while running the DriveDOCK. Q1 The Extreme handset is docked into the DriveDOCK, but the Extreme handset is not turned on and the DriveDOCK doesn’t seem to have power.
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