CONTENTS... Thuraya XT 01 Before you start Certification information (SAR) Precautions for Thuraya XT FCC Compliance Statement Unpacking your Thuraya XT For your safety Thuraya XT Battery Information The function of the keys Taking care of your Thuraya XT Certification information (IP54, IK03)
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Thuraya XT 02 Getting started Write a new Message Traditional text input Predictive text input Change language Dictionary Thuraya XT 03 Using the menu 1. Contacts 3. Call logs 1.1 Search 3.1 Call logs 1.2 Add Contact 3.2 Delete 1.3 Group 3.3 Call Duration...
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Thuraya XT 03 Using the menu 8. Network 5.7 Settings 5.8 Info message 8.1 Network mode 5.9 Memory status 8.2 SAT Registration 5.10 Delete messages 8.3 Preference 6. Sound settings 9. Security 9.1 PIN1 code 7. Settings 9.2 Security code 7.1 Phone...
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Thuraya XT I 01 Before you start Certification information (SAR) Precautions for Thuraya XT FCC Compliance Statement Unpacking your Thuraya XT For your safety Thuraya XT Battery Information The function of the keys Taking care of your Thuraya XT Certification information (IP54, IK03)
THIS DEVICE MEETS INTERNATIONAL GUIDELINES FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES Your wireless Thuraya XT phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency (RF) recommended by international guidelines (ICNIRP). These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines and establish permitted levels of RF energy for the general population.
Before you start FCC Compliance Statement Your mobile device is also designed to meet the requirements for exposure to radio waves established by the Federal Communications Commission (USA) and Industry Canada. These requirements set a SAR limit of 1.6W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. The Highest SAR value reported under this standard during product certification for use at the ear is 0.457W/kg...
Before you start This equipment generates or uses radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual.The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made. Caution RoHS This product is in compliance with EU RoHS Directives and manufactured using lead-free solder paste and parts.
Please read carefully and make yourself familiar with the safety measures and user instructions in this manual before you start using your Thuraya XT. This will help you to get the most out of your Thuraya XT. For your safety The following guidelines will help you to use your Thuraya XT safely.
Before you start SWITCH OFF NEAR BLASTING USE SENSIBLY Follow any restrictions. Use only in the normal position as explained in the Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress. product documentation. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily. QUALIFIED SERVICE ENHANCEMENTS AND BATTERIES Only qualified personnel may install or repair this...
Before you start Battery Information Use only the Thuraya approved battery pack and Thuraya approved chargers for your phone. • Do not short-circuit the battery. Short-circuiting the terminals may damage the battery or the connecting object. • Do not expose to temperatures exceeding 90 degrees Celsius.
This unit is graded at the waterproof level 4 protecting against splashing waters. • Impact Protection (IK03) This unit is graded at the impact protection level 3 ensuring your Thuraya XT phone can withstand impacts of up to 0.35 joule.
Before you start Precautions for Thuraya XT • Before using this phone, check whether the following parts are assembled properly. - Earset jack cover - Bottom cover - Antenna jack cover - Battery Note ● If these parts are not attached properly, this may cause water or dust ingress resulting...
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Before you start • Before using this product, make sure the following parts are clean. If there is a foreign substance (such as dust or hair) on a part, it may reduce the waterproof function or cause a malfunction. - Bottom cover - Earset jack cover - Antenna jack cover Note...
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Before you start • Do not use the phone in the following places. - At the beach or pool - Places with high temperatures such as spa, sauna, bathroom, etc. • Pay special attention when using the phone under the following circumstances as the waterproof function may not be guaranteed.
Before you start Unpacking your Thuraya XT Thuraya XT Your package contains the following items: An overview of your Thuraya phone: SAT antenna Earset jack Screen Left soft key Right soft key Handset Battery Travel Charger Send key End key...
Before you start The function of the keys Navigation Keys Keypad 4-way direction key for menu navigation. Long press on 0 key will display the ‘+’ symbol (to enter country calling codes, e.g. +971…) Center Key This key is used to select/unselect and confirm menu options.
Thuraya XT I 02 Getting started Introduction Making and receiving calls 1. Making a call HPA (High-Penetration Alerting) 2. Receiving a call High-Penetration alerting Initial steps Options during a call Inserting SIM card Handling more than one call simultaneously Connect the charger and charge the battery...
Introduction Your Thuraya XT Satellite Phone is a powerful and compact phone offering total convenience and mobility across Thuraya’s coverage area. Its superiority is reflected in the integration of two technologies in one handset: satellite (SAT) and GPS, offering you an unmatched combination of quality and performance.
(see page 25). To answer the call, you must immediately extend the antenna and move the Thuraya XT into a position that has a clear ‘line of sight’ to the satellite. When this has occurred the Thuraya XT display will change, prompting you to answer the call and proceed with the conversation.
Initial steps Inserting SIM card Connect the charger and charge the battery You should charge the battery supplied with your Thuraya XT as soon as possible to obtain full battery charge. To insert the SIM card: • Switch off the Thuraya XT and remove the battery.
SIM card by your service provider and can be changed at a later stage (see page 69). The soft key SOS is available even: When the SIM card in your Thuraya XT is not valid. ● • Enter the PIN code using the keypad.
Setup wizard Use the Setup wizard to set the basic details of the phone when you initially switch on your Thuraya XT phone. If you decide to skip the Setup wizard you can access it later in the Settings menu.
• The indicator line shows mainly symbols which inform you about Battery good Battery full the operating conditions of the Thuraya XT. • The main area shows data relating to calls, menu and their submenus and displays the editors for the contacts and SMS.
Getting started Key action Call status Active call Mute The actions on the screen for each keypad input are as follows: Ciphering (call encryption) is off Select, Menu, Option (This icon appears when the encryption function OK, Save, View, Search… between the phone and the network does not work, and users can be more cautious.) Back, Clear...
Getting started Default shortcuts Useful shortcuts There are four basic shortcuts to the following menus from the Use shortcuts to quickly get the most from your device. Refer to idle screen. the relevant sections in this user guide for further details of the functions.
Getting started Making and receiving calls In order to make a call, you must be connected to a network and 2. Receiving a call have an adequate SAT signal. An incoming call is indicated as follows: 1. Making a call You will hear the selected ringtone.
You cannot receive an incoming call if the SAT signal in your Your Thuraya XT offers a number of options which are only Thuraya XT is not sufficient. In this situation, a message box with available during a call. You cannot use all of these features “SAT call find improved reception”...
Getting started Handling more than one call simultaneously (Conference calls) Connect a private call: You can isolate a party from the multiparty call and talk exclusively with this ‘private call’. The other parties of the Incoming call: conference will be put on hold and will not hear what you are When Party1 is receiving a call from Party3, while talking with Party2, speaking with the party.
123 indicates number mode. The available text input • To erase a character, press (Clear). Press and formats in your Thuraya XT phone are: hold (Clear) to clear all characters. • To insert a space, press Capital...
Getting started Predictive text input The complete lists of available symbols are shown below. You can enter any letter with a single keypress by using predictive text input (eZiText). eZiText is based on a built-in dictionary to which you can also add new words.
Getting started Change language Dictionary Your Thuraya XT supports 12 system and input languages. You can add up to 60 new words into the eZiText engine, and the added words will become part of the vocabulary of eZiText to be searched and suggested.
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Getting started To change the registered word To delete the registered word > Edit the word using traditional > Delete: To delete the registered ● ● Option Edit: Option text input. words. Note When you press Option, the following options appear: ●...
Using the menu 1. Contacts Use this menu to save and configure contacts 1.2 Add Contact in your address book. There are different ways to add new contacts: Option 1 1. First enter a number while being in idle screen and then save the number in your contact list by pressing the center key 2.
Using the menu 1.3 Group Option 3 An easy way to manage contacts in your contact list is using the Group function. This In SMS viewer, Option > Save as a contact will allow you to set specific Ringtones for Missed calls list, Option >...
Using the menu 1.4 Speed dial You can use the number keys for speed dialing, and a To make a call using a speed dial key: phone number needs to be assigned to each number key for this There are two ways of making a call when numbers are assigned purpose.
Using the menu 1.5 Copy 1.6 Delete Every time you save a contact you can choose whether to save the Deletes contacts saved on the phone or the SIM card. number directly on the phone or on the SIM card. If you want to copy Choose whether to delete all contacts at once or individually.
You can determine your current position using Option > Send via SMS the GPS (Global Positioning System) of your 4. To transmit your current position to a PC or laptop Thuraya XT. (while being connected via data cable) use Option > Connect to PC Menu >...
Using the menu 2.2 Continuous position While moving with your Thuraya XT you can use the function While retrieving your Continuous Position you can use the Continuous Position to continuously update your GPS position. following options: This includes latitude, longitude, altitude, UTC, satellite count, your 1.
Using the menu 2.3 Waypoints 7. To start the navigation to the selected waypoint as the You can create waypoints in order to save the GPS data of your current position or you also can enter a waypoint manually if you destination.
Using the menu 2.4 Location tracking 2.5 Setting The function of location tracking shows waypoints in your phone or sends them to a PC at regular intervals as configured in 2.5.1 Format ● Tracking time (2.5.2). The GPS information can be shown in six formats: DD.ddddd, DD/MM/SS.ss, DD/MM/SS, DD/MM.mm, MGRS, and UTM.
Using the menu 2.6 Helper In case of an emergency you can send an SMS with your current 2.6.2 Edit ● GPS position to predefined receivers. Set the list of predefined receivers by entering their phone numbers. You can enter a number manually or you can select from your contact list (if you already saved numbers there).
Using the menu 2.7 Qiblah & Prayer 2.6.3 Emergency SMS Provides information about the Islamic prayer direction (Qiblah) ● and prayer timings. Activate or deactivate the Emergency SMS. 2.6.4 Message setup ● Qiblah & Prayer supports the following sub-functions: Write your predefined message that will be sent in case of an emergency.
Using the menu 3. Call logs In the Call logs the history of your phone calls 3.2 Delete can be shown. Choose whether to delete Missed calls ● Received calls ● Outgoing calls ● ● 3.1 Call logs Choose whether you want to view Missed calls ●...
Last session ● Sent data ● Received data ● All data ● 4.1 Alarm With your Thuraya XT, you can set a Wake-up call, Alarm 1 Alarm 3.3.2 Reset ● 4.1.1 Wake up call ● To delete the entries press...
Using the menu 4. Turn On/Off the alarm with the navigation Alarm settings keys 1. Select a day of the week with the navigation keys (Multiple selection possible) 5.Turn On/Off the Auto Power with the navigation keys 2. Enter the time with the navigation keys 3.
Using the menu 4.2 Calendar 6. Press Save to apply the change Day with an entry 4.1.2 Alarm 1 and Alarm 2 ● Currently selected date To set Alarm 1 or Alarm 2 follow the same instructions. Currently selected date with content Please note that for Alarm 1 and Alarm 2, the Auto power On/Off Today function is not available.
Using the menu 4.3 Calculator 4.4 Stopwatch The Stopwatch can store up to 20 lap times. Start/Stop/Resume Subtract Back/Lap/Reset Multiply Jump to previous lap time Divide (if there is any) Show result Jump to next lap time Delete entered figure (if there is any) Short-press for Dot (decimal point)
5.1 New message Note Single page SMS is limited to 70 (Arabic Group languages) or 160 (Latin Group languages). Your Thuraya XT supports World time is calculated based on the set local time. ● multi-page SMS.
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Using the menu Sending messages You can compose a text message, and send the message to 3. Add the numbers of the recipients. more than one recipient at the same time. Select Option > 2. recipients. The composed message 1. Enter the message. can be sent to up to 20 recipients simultaneously.
Using the menu 5.2 Inbox Your inbox can store up to 150 messages on the phone and Voicemail message around 150+ messages on SIM card (depending on the type of A message that indicates the arrival of a new voicemail. SIM card).
You can save up to 150 sent messages on the phone. The Your Thuraya XT comes with 15 default templates. You can number of sent messages that can be stored on the SIM card predefine additional 10 own templates.
Using the menu 5.7 Settings 5.7.3 Delivery report ● You can request a delivery report from the network for the sent 5.7.1 Service center ● SMS (network service). The service center number provided by the service provider must > 5. >...
Settings > 5. Request reply To save a Topic 5.7.6 Bearer selection ● Info messages can be received by setting Topic. Your Thuraya XT supports two different transmission modes. Menu > 5. Messaging > 8. Info message > 4. Topics.
Using the menu 5.9 Memory status Shows the total and the used memory of the phone and the SIM To receive Info message card. In Info message menu: - The maximum storage space available in the phone is 450 Status is set to Off by default.
Using the menu 6. Sound settings Configuration of all sound settings in your 5.10 Delete messages Thuraya XT. Deletes all the messages in a selected folder. All messages can be easily deleted by pressing the center key Menu > 5.
Configuration of the basic settings of your Thuraya XT. 7.1.3 Backlight ● The backlight of your Thuraya XT can be configured to be - Always On - On for 15 or 30 seconds Please consider that the backlight configuration affects the ●...
Using the menu 7.2 Call You can set the basic configuration for incoming and outgoing 7.2.2 Call divert ● calls. This function diverts incoming - voice calls - data calls 7.2.1 Call waiting ● - fax calls Call waiting allows you to receive an incoming call during an to a specific number.
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Voice > No reply 7.2.2.1.4 Unreachable: Incoming calls will be diverted when your Thuraya XT is switched off or outside of the coverage area. Choose whether to divert the call to your voice mailbox or set a specific number. Menu >...
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Using the menu 7.2.3 Call barring 7.2.3.3 International calls except to home country ● This function restricts international calls except to an assigned home To use the barring service, you must know the barring password country. for the corresponding SIM and you must be subscribed to the Menu >...
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Using the menu 7.2.3.5 Incoming calls when abroad 7.2.4 Voice mail ● This function prevents incoming calls from foreign countries. Set a new voice mail number Menu > 7. Settings > 2. Call > 3. Call barring > Menu > 7. Settings >...
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Using the menu 7.2.7 Auto redial 7.2.9 Cost ● ● If the number you are trying to call is busy you can activate to This service allows you to have cost control of your outgoing automatically redial the number. calls. Menu >...
Using the menu 7.3 GmPRS 7.2.9.2 Cost limit You can change the settings of your GmPRS connections. Allow you to set a maximum cost limit. Once this limit is reached no further calls can be initiated. 7.3.1 APN ● Press the left soft key or the center key and enter your Access point name is required when you...
Choose your desired language by navigating with the left or right ● Input Language ● navigation keys and select with the center key of your Thuraya XT. The System language affects the menus in Menu > 7. Settings > 4. Laguage your phone, whereas the Input language allows you to enter Text (e.g.
To set the time and date, you can either choose to use the Auto Update function or you can set the time and date manually. The Auto update service uses the GPS information of your Thuraya XT. For some areas with deviating time zones, the Menu > 7.
Using the menu 7.6 Data connection 7.7 Setup wizard Data connection port for using GPS data or software upgrade can When the phone is switched on for the first time, the setup wizard be configured. Port options are port and Serial port.
8. Network In order to make calls or send SMS using your 7.8 My numbers Thuraya XT, a satellite connection is required. My numbers function is to register the Voice number, Fax number and Data number on your current SIM card.
Using the menu 8.2 SAT Registration 8.3 Preference Display the preferred list of networks registered on your SIM card. If the SAT icon on your display is blinking you may not be You can add or remove entries in this list. able to receive or make SAT calls.
You received your PIN and your PUK codes together with your SIM card. Menu > 9. Security > 1. PIN1 code > Input PIN1 code after selecting Note The initial security code of your Thuraya XT is ‘0000’, and this ● code can be changed in the Change codes menu.
Using the menu 9.3 Change codes 9.4 Fixed dialing Choose whether to change: Fixed dialing is a function where only the predefined numbers can be called. PIN1 code ● PIN2 code ● Security code ● Barring code ● (used for call barring functions, please check with your operator) 9.4.1 Show list ●...
Using the menu 9.5 Closed User Group 9.4.2 Add new Closed User Group is a function to form a ● calling group. To add a new number in Fixed dialing: To use the CUG function, please contact your 1. Enter PIN2 code and confirm by pressing the service provider for details.
Using the menu 9.6 IMEI Number 9.8 Soft reset Each Thuraya XT has its own unique IMEI You can reset your Thuraya XT without Number. losing your personal settings like contacts or messages. You can check the IMEI number of your...
Check which data Port settings are selected. For detailed instructions (see page 65). ● Check if the data baud setting is compatible with your PC or laptop. ● 5. When your Thuraya XT has been dropped in water Separate battery and after drying take it to Customer Service Center. ●...
Additional Information Quick access codes 1.2 Add contact 1. Contacts 1.1 Search 1.2.1 Phone 1.2.2 SIM 1.2 Add contact 1.5 Copy 1.5.1 SIM to Phone 1.5.2 Phone to SIM 1.3 Group 1.5.1.1 One by one 1.5.2.1 One by one 1.4 Speed dial 1.5.1.2 All 1.5.2.2 All 1.6 Delete...
Additional Information 2.5 Settings 2. Navigation 2.1 Current position 2.5.1 Format 2.5.2 Tracking time 2.5.1.1 DD.ddddd 2.5.2.1 1 Second 2.2 Continuous position 2.5.1.2 DD/MM/SS.ss 2.5.2.2 3 Seconds 2.5.1.3 DD/MM/SS 2.5.2.3 10 Seconds 2.3 Waypoints 2.5.1.4 DD/MM.mm 2.5.2.4 30 Seconds 2.4 Location track 2.5.1.5 MGRS 2.5.2.5 1 Minute 2.5.1.6 UTM...
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Additional Information 3.4 Delete 3. Call logs 3.1 Missed calls 3.4.1 Missed calls 3.4.2 Received calls 3.4.3 Outgoing calls 3.2 Received calls 3.4.4 All 3.3 Outgoing calls 3.5 Call duration 3.5.1 Last call 3.5.2 Received calls 3.5.3 Outgoing calls 3.4 Delete 3.5 Call duration 3.5.4 All calls 3.5.5 GmPRS Volume...
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Additional Information 5.7 Settings 5. Messaging 5.1 New message 5.7.1 Service center 5.7.2 Format 5.7.3 Delivery report 5.7.2.1 Text 5.7.3.1 On 5.2 Inbox 5.7.2.2 Fax 5.7.3.2 Off 5.7.2.3 E-mail 5.3 Draft 5.7.2.4 ERMES 5.4 Sent messages 5.7.4 Validity 5.7.5 Request reply 5.7.6 Bearer selection 5.5 Outbox 5.7.4.1 Maximum...
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Additional Information 6.1 Ringtone 6. Sound Setting 6.1 Ringtone 6.1.1 Thuraya 6.1.2 Esperanza 6.1.3 Funky 6.2 Ringtone volume 6.1.4 Jazz 6.1.5 Arabia 6.1.6 Crescendo 6.3 Ringing type 6.1.7 For you 6.1.8 Magic 6.1.9 Too far 6.4 Keypad tone 6.1.10 Maestro 6.1.11 Ring 1...
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Additional Information 7.1 Phone 7. Settings 7.1 Phone 7.1.1 Wallpaper 7.1.2 Greeting message 7.1.3 Backlight 7.1.3.1 15 Seconds 7.2 Call 7.1.3.2 30 Seconds 7.1.3.3 Always on 7.3 GmPRS 7.1.4 Brightness sensor 7.1.5 LCD contrast 7.4 Language 7.1.4.1 Off 7.5 Time/Date 7.1.4.2 On 7.6 Data connection 7.2 Call...
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Additional Information 7.2.2.1.4 Unreachable 7.2.3.5 Incoming calls When abroad 7. Settings 7.1 Phone 7.2.2.1.4.1 Activate 7.2.3.5.1 Activate 7.2.2.1.4.1.1 Voicemail 7.2.3.5.2 Status 7.2 Call 7.2.2.1.4.1.2 Number 7.2.3.5.3 Deactivate 7.2.2.1.4.2 Status 7.3 GmPRS 7.2.3.6 Clear barring 7.2.2.1.4.3 Deactivate 7.2.2.1.5 Clear divert 7.2.3.6.1 All 7.4 Language 7.2.3.6.2 Outgoing 7.2.2.2 All fax...
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Additional Information 7. Settings 7.1 Phone 7.2.7 Auto redial 7.2.8 Send own number 7.2.9 Cost 7.2.8.1 Preset 7.2.9.1 Charge rate 7.2.7.1 On 7.2 Call 7.2.8.2 Off 7.2.9.2 Cost limit 7.2.7.2 Off 7.2.8.3 On 7.2.9.3 Display cost 7.3 GmPRS 7.3 GmPRS 7.4 Language 7.3.1 APN 7.3.2 Auto reject...
Additional Information Access codes PIN & PUK There are several access codes that are used in your Thuraya The PIN (Personal Identification Number) is 4 to 8 digits. It XT and your SIM card. These codes help you protect the phone protects your SIM card against unauthorized use.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER AND THURAYA WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING: This Limited Warranty will be void in its entirety if the Product is serviced by anyone other than Thuraya or a Thuraya Authorized Service Centre. Buyer’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the repair or replacement of the defective Product, as specifically described above.
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Period provided herein. This Limited Warranty sets forth the entire responsibility of Thuraya with respect to the Product. There are no other liabilities of Thuraya arising from the sale of the Product whether based on warranty, contract, negligence or other theories of liability.