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Beam DriveDOCKExtreme Installation & User Manual

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  • Page 1 999T$'#/%1//70+%#6+105T%1/ Suitable for the Iridium Extreme FNEE '5+)0'& #0& /#07(#%674'& $;  1//70+%#6+105 6; 6& Portable Satellite Telephone...

  • Page 2: User Information

    BEAM. BEAM reserves the right to change speci cations at any time without notice. Copyright © 2011 BEAM Communications Pty Ltd. All rights reserved User Information Please record your serial number here for future reference:...
  • Page 3  1//70+%#6+105 BEAM Communications, a wholly owned subsidiary of World Reach Limited (WRR), listed on the Australian Stock Exchange, is a world leader in design, manufacture and distribution of specialized communications equipment for the Iridium Satellite Network. BEAM’s commitment to be at the forefront has continued to increase its share of the global satellite communications market.
  • Page 4 106'065 BEAM Communications Conventions in this Manual Terminology Package Contents Safety Information About this equipment Installation Guidelines DriveDOCK Extreme Usage Data Communications Assuring Quality of Iridium Service Speci cation Summary Trouble Shooting BEAM Warranty Conditions...
  • Page 5 108'06+105 +0 6*+5 #07#. Warnings, cautions and notes appear throughout this manual and are represented by following conventions. WARNING / CAUTION: This symbol and associated text indicate a warning note providing information to prevent damage to equipment or personal injury. NOTE / IMPORTANT / TIP: This symbol and associated text indicate a note providing general operating information.
  • Page 6 The Š symbol, mark and logos are owned by the respective companies of which the symbol follows. Any use of such marks by BEAM Communications is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. Radio Frequencies...

  • Page 7: Optional Accessories

    #%-#)' 106'065 Check that your DriveDOCK Extreme package contains: ‡ 1 x DriveDOCK Extreme Docking Cradle ‡ 1 x Microphone ‡ 1 x Speaker 1 x DC Power Cable / Fuse Kit ‡ 1 x RAM Bracket ‡ 3 x M4 Screw Set ‡...

  • Page 8: Additional Information

    Additional Information For the latest in supporting software and documentation for DriveDOCK Extreme please visit: www.beamcommunications.com/support Data To use data on the DriveDOCK Extreme, the speci c BEAM USB driver must be downloaded from the above link and installed on the PC connected to the DriveDOCK.
  • Page 9 #('6; 0(14/#6+10 IMPORTANT! Please read the following information carefully before installing and using the BEAM DriveDOCK Extreme. Failing to follow instruc- tions may compromise the safety of the product and may result in personal injury and/or equipment damage. Please consult your supplier if you have any further questions.
  • Page 10 WARNING: POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES • Turn your phone OFF and DO NOT remove your battery or remove the Extreme handset from the cradle when you are in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere. • Obey all signs and instructions. •...
  • Page 11 ◊ National Radiological Protection Board of the United Kingdom, GS 11, 1988 ◊ American National Standards Institute (ANSI) IEEE. C95. 1-1992 These standards are based on extensive scientific review by scientists, engineers, and physicians from universities, government health agencies, and industry groups. They review the available body of research to develop ANSI standard.

  • Page 12: Electronic Devices

    Electronic Devices Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. Certain equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your phone. Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six inches (6”) be maintained between a wireless phone’s antenna and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.

  • Page 13: For Vehicles Equipped With An Air Bag

    can, under certain unique conditions, be subject to interference by mobile radio operation. Although the transceiver exceeds all requirements regarding RF emissions, you should mount the transceiver as far as possible from the guidance system and/or braking modulator box (usually located in the trunk) to minimize any interference.
  • Page 14 $176 6*+5 '37+2/'06 DriveDOCK Extreme Key Features DriveDOCK Extreme CRADLE • Securely holds Extreme handset • Robust design and construction • Charges Extreme handset battery ready for use • Integrated antenna connection; Iridium and GPS • Integrated USB connectivity HANDSFREE MODE •...
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION • Supports 9 - 32V DC power input • Installation via universal mount, also suitable for wall mounting • Antenna, mic and speaker installed in a convenient location QUALITY • 2 year replacement guarantee for peace of mind • 100% factory tested •...

  • Page 16: Tracking / Alert Monitoring

    Tracking / Alert Monitoring The DriveDOCK Extreme utilizes the Iridium Extreme’s tracking and emergency noti cation functions. The Track button is enabled (factory default setting). The Alert Loop (wires to an emergency distress button) is disabled, and requires Eagle Con guration Tool to enable it. Tracking When the Track button is pressed it initiates a Quick GPS message in the Iridium Extreme handset.

  • Page 17: Equipment Overview

    Equipment Overview Latch button PRESS Latch Feature buttons Mini-USB port Intelligent handset port Privacy handset Status LED Iridium connector GPS connector Horn alert (BLUE) Alert loop IN (BROWN) Alert loop OUT 4+8'   :64'/' (GREEN) Input Power (4-way micro t) Speaker connector Mic Connector...

  • Page 18: Routing Cables (For Vehicle Installations)

    056#..#6+10 7+&'.+0'5 This guide outlines the process for installing the BEAM DriveDOCK Extreme in conjunction with an Iridium Extreme portable handset. This kit must only be used with the Iridium Extreme handset. • Only quali ed personnel should install communication equipment.

  • Page 19: Guidelines For Electrical Connections

    • In a vehicle equipped with electronically controlled anti-skid brakes, route all cables on the opposite side of the vehicle from the braking modulator box to minimize possible interference from the phone. • Keep all in-line connectors accessible. • The suggested path for routing cables in vehicles without wiring troughs is alongside the drive shaft tunnel, under the carpet.

  • Page 20: Installation Procedure

    WARNING: Do not connect the DriveDOCK Extreme interface power cable to power the unit until the full installation is completed. Installation Procedure Installing the DriveDOCK Extreme Cradle Install the components in the following order. More detailed instructions can be found in the sections following. Mount the DriveDOCK Extreme cradle a) Install the external Iridium Antenna Connection and/or b) Install the GPS Antenna Connection (optional)
  • Page 21 Step 1 - Mounting the DriveDOCK Extreme cradle The DriveDOCK Extreme is supplied with a universal RAM® mount bracket that enables mounting to any at surface (vertical or horizontal) within a vehicle, attached on a wall or on a table as required. Attach one pivot base to the rear of the DriveDOCK Extreme using the M4 screws supplied.
  • Page 22 Step 2a - Install the external Iridium Antenna Connection The external antenna connection can be found at the rear of the dock on the cable loom. Install the Iridium antenna in an appropriate location that has a clear sky view. Connect the RF cable between the antenna and the TNC female connector at the rear of the DriveDOCK Extreme.
  • Page 23 Step 2b - Install the GPS Antenna Connection (optional) The GPS connection is optional if the tracking or Emergency function is required. If connected, and tracking is enabled, position or location information will be shown on your tracking messages and alert messages. The GPS connection provides a 3.3V source if an active GPS antenna is used.
  • Page 24 Step 3 - Connect the speaker and microphone The DriveDOCK cradle comes with an external speaker and microphone for hands-free operation. Mount the speaker in the appropriate location and ensure the lead is su cient to reach the cradle. Mount the microphone about 30cm away from where you normally speak and ensure the lead is long enough to reach the cradle.
  • Page 25 Step 5 - Connect Privacy Handset (Optional–Extra Order) The DriveDOCK Extreme provides a 4-pole 3.5mm audio socket at the bottom of the Dock, for connection to the BEAM Privacy Handset. This provides a local handset function, conveniently mounted next to the DriveDOCK Extreme cradle.
  • Page 26 Step 6 - Connect the Intelligent Handset (Optional - Extra Order) The Intelligent handset provides the user with a dial pad and LCD display and allows the user to make calls or send/receive SMS without having access to the Extreme handset. The Intelligent handset is enabled when it is removed from the cup.

  • Page 27: Wiring For A Marine Application

    (+) Vin 9 to 32VDC To Battery Positive Terminal (3A Fuse recommended) BLACK (-) OV Power Ground To Negative Terminal or chassis YELLOW (IGN) Ignition / Accessory To ACC switched power (1A Fuse recommended) Connect the YELLOW wire to the vehicle accessory power. If the accessory power is unavailable, this may be connected to a vehicle ignition voltage.
  • Page 28 Step 8 - Horn Output / Audio System Mute The DriveDOCK provides a BLUE wire output on the rear cable loom for either controlling an external ringer such as a vehicle horn, or to Mute the vehicle Audio System during a call. The operation of this mode is selected in Eagle, and the default is Horn mode.
  • Page 29 Step 9 - Bluetooth® Con guration (Optional) DriveDOCK has an in-built Bluetooth® module for voice connectivity. NOTE: In this manual, when there is a reference to the Bluetooth® button or the Bluetooth® LED it is referring to the button shown below located on the front of the DriveDOCK Extreme.
  • Page 30 Step 10 - Tracking & Alert Con guration (optional) Tracking & Alert requires the installation of a GPS antenna, and setup of the tracking and/or alerting messages. Please refer to the Eagle software to enable and con gure Tracking & Alert. Please refer to the Iridium Extreme Handset User Manual to con gure the tracking and emergency alert operation and destinations.
  • Page 31 4+8'   :64'/' 5#)' Extended Iridium Extreme Battery Iridium provide an optional extra high capacity battery that can replace the standard battery. To accommodate the larger battery, a Battery In ll must be removed from the Dock. Removal Place a ngernail/coin/ screwdriver in the slot and push the in ll towards the centre of Dock.
  • Page 32 Docking your Extreme handset At the base of the Iridium Extreme handset there is an accessory connector cover. Open the cover and move it to the back of the handset, securing it to the two rear retaining features. Press down the latch button and then gently rotate it up to open the latch, then place the Iridium Extreme handset into the DriveDOCK Extreme Lift the latch back over the handset or until it Click’s into place...
  • Page 33 Removing the Iridium Extreme To remove the handset, rst press down on the latch button and then rotate the latch up and away from the handset. The handset can now be slid up and out of the DriveDOCK. Re t the accessory connector cover to maintain the IP rating of the Iridium Extreme handset.

  • Page 34: Check Before Use

    Check Before Use To ensure the best operation of the phone and Dock, upgrade to the latest rmware revisions in both products Upgrade Firmware Ensure that the DriveDOCK Extreme is running with the latest rmware which can be located at: www.beamcommunications.com/support/iridium Ensure that the Iridium Extreme Handset is running with the required compatible rmware which can be located at:...
  • Page 35 NOTE: The Extreme handset can be removed whilst powered, however the handset will turn o automatically. If it is removed during a call, the Extreme Handset will attempt to remain in call as long as antenna is extended and in sky view. The call may drop out during this transition, and the phone may turn o .
  • Page 36 Charging the Iridium Extreme Handset The DriveDOCK Extreme provides charging power to the Extreme handset via its accessory connector. The Extreme Handset battery is a lithium-ion cell which has a safety temperature range whilst charging. This range is from 0 to 45 degrees Celsius (32 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit).

  • Page 37: Placing Voice Calls

    Placing Voice Calls Hands-Free Phone Call – Mobile Originating Dial the number (using the full country codes) on the Extreme handset keypad whilst docked, or the Intelligent handset keypad (if connected). Press the GREEN key (or OK on Intelligent handset) to start the connection. Beeps should be heard from the speaker to indicate a call is in progress.
  • Page 38 NOTE: The DriveDOCK Extreme internal ringer will also sound during an incoming call. This can be changed by a single press of the Ringer button, whilst out of call. (Please refer to the section “Ringer Selection” for more details.) Bluetooth® Phone Call - Mobile Originating A Bluetooth®...

  • Page 39: Privacy Handset Use

    Once the call is in progress, Option A from “A Bluetooth® Phone Call – Mobile Originating” is also applicable. Privacy Handset Use NOTE: In this manual, when there is a reference to the Ring button or the Ring LED it is referring to the button shown below located on the front of the DriveDOCK Extreme Privacy handset Phone Call - Mobile Originating Remove the Privacy handset from its cup...

  • Page 40: Intelligent Handset Use

    Intelligent Handset Use Intelligent Handset Phone Call - Mobile Originating Remove the Intelligent handset from its cup. Dial the phone number (using the full country code) on the keypad. Press the OK GREEN key. A beep sound should be heard from the handset to indicate a call is in progress and the following message will be displayed on the Extreme handset.

  • Page 41: Mute Mode

    Mute Mode NOTE: The Mute function only operates DURING a call. Once the call is ended, Mute mode is exited. In this manual, when there is a reference to the Mute button or the Mute LED it is referring to the button shown below located on the front of the DriveDOCK Extreme Mute functionality The mute function of the DriveDOCK Extreme allows the user to mute...
  • Page 42 Tracking & Alert Operations NOTE: In this manual, when there is a reference to the Track button or the Track LED it is referring to the button shown below located on the front of the DriveDOCK Extreme Enable Tracking & Alert The Tracking button is enabled by default.
  • Page 43 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. If the alert loop is broken (OPEN) . This feature must be enabled in the Eagle application.

  • Page 44: Sleep Mode

    Sleep mode The DriveDOCK can enter a low-power SLEEP mode after pre-de ned waiting time (20 minutes by default) when a Extreme Handset is docked AND its accessory input is turned OFF (and is not set to be “ignored” in the Eagle application).
  • Page 45 DriveDOCK Extreme Front Panel LOCATION BUTTON MODE ACTION LED/SOUND Mute press In a Call: On/o Mute the microphone LED turns RED (uplink) on the Hands- Muted free, optional privacy handset, or optional LED turns OFF Intelligent Handset Not muted Up/Down In a Call: Increase/decrease Audio will sound...
  • Page 46 LOCATION BUTTON MODE ACTION LED/SOUND Ringer Not in Call: Single Press Cycle through the ring Ring tone playback tones and the output and the output device (internal buzzer device changes. and external speaker). The LED FLASHING last Ringer type sounded (Fast) BLUE when is then saved.
  • Page 47 LOCATION BUTTON MODE ACTION LED/SOUND Single Press In Tracking Mode*: (until 1 beep Send a tracking message LED ashes GREEN sounds) to the pre-con gured for 5 seconds. destination in the Extreme A beep will sound Handset to indicate that a tracking message is to be sent# Single Press...
  • Page 48 Button LED Reference GREEN BLUE ORANGE Mic / Uplink ILLUMINATED audio Mute GREEN BLUE ORANGE Privacy Handset or Incoming call FLASHING (slow) Intelligent ringing Handset in use. Ring Tone FLASHING (fast) Playback BLUE ORANGE Connected with a paired BT device. ILLUMINATED Ready for accepting incoming call or switch to an active call...

  • Page 49: Status Led

    Status LED GREEN YELLOW - DTR present on Ready to receive - No Iridium signal data port ILLUMINATED or place a call - Not registered - LED brightness (registered) - No SIM card adjustment mode - Data Call in progress (DCD Voice Call in Firmware Upgrade active)

  • Page 50: Using The Usb Data Port

    #6# 1//70+%#6+105 The DriveDOCK Extreme provides the convenience of accessing Iridium data services via the mini-USB connector located on the bottom of the cradle while the Extreme handset is docked. You should consult your service provider for full details on the availability of this service with your account.
  • Page 51 To connect a PC/laptop to the DriveDOCK Extreme bottom mini-USB port, you will require a mini-USB-B to USB-A data cable. This cable is included in your original Extreme package. USB Driver Installation The DriveDOCK Extreme USB data port requires an interface driver to be installed on the user’s computer prior to undertaking data communication.
  • Page 52 AT Commands When utilizing the USB data communication port, the DriveDOCK Extreme cannot activate AT commands that could interrupt the docking station’s synchronization with the Extreme handset. Therefore, the DriveDOCK Extreme will block or limit AT commands that could cause any adverse e ects to the functional operation of the cradle.
  • Page 53 Iridium Extreme Display De nitions Display Status indicators and Icons The following icons will appear in your Extreme handset display to provide you with various information about the phone’s activity. Main Screen Components Battery Strength Message Icons: Indicates an SMS message has been received Indicates a voicemail has been received...
  • Page 54 Power-On Messages Once your phone is powered on, you may see: MESSAGE MESSAGE DESCRIPTION Bad Card See Supplier. Your SIM car has been damaged or incorrectly issued. Contact your service provider for information. Check Card The SIM card is damaged or inserted the wrong way. Denied Your phone has seen a network, but has been denied access.
  • Page 55 5574+0) 7#.+6; 1( 4+&+7/ '48+%' Iridium is committed to providing subscribers around the world with con- sistent, reliable, quality voice and data access all day, every day. The Iridium satellite system is monitored for call performance from numerous locations 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in order to achieve this. There are conditions that can compromise the quality of the service you may receive.

  • Page 56: Symptoms Of Rf Interference

    Cabling Using an externally mounted antenna provides an ideal solution for many applications. It is very important that both the antenna cabling and antenna are BEAM approved products. Always ensure all RF connectors are screwed together rmly and ensure there are no sharp bends in the cabling between the DriveDOCK Extreme and the antenna.
  • Page 57 2'%+(+%#6+10 7//#4; Electrical & Environmental Speci cations POWER SPECIFICATIONS Rated Input 9-32V DC, 2A max Average Power Current Power Consumption @ 12V Watts Standby 70mA 0.84W Transmit + Charging 0.7A 8.4W Sleep Mode 60mW INTERFACES One horizontal 2-pin Micro t connector on the cable External Speaker and loom for speaker and one vertical 2-pin Micro t Microphone...
  • Page 58 Antenna Integrated chip antenna Bluetooth® identi er: 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® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by BEAM Legal Communications is under license.

  • Page 59: Cradle Dimensions

    Cradle Dimensions DriveDOCK Extreme Dimensions in millimeters 75.9...
  • Page 60 DriveDOCK Extreme Dimensions in millimeters with optional Privacy Handset attached 167.6 77.9...
  • Page 61 417$.' *116+0) 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. Press the Ring button and you should hear a tone.
  • Page 62 The Extreme handset is inserted into the DriveDOCK. The battery indicator on the Extreme handset does not show that the battery is being charged. There are a number of reasons which could stop the Extreme battery charging. When the Extreme handset is inserted into the DriveDOCK, please wait for about 100 seconds for the charging to start.
  • Page 63 This warranty policy may be expanded or limited, for particular categories of products or Customers, by information sheets published as deemed appropriate by BEAM Communications. The warranty for third party Products is that of the third party and not BEAM warranty.
  • Page 64     GLOBAL HEAD OFFICE 5/8 Anzed Court, Mulgrave, Victoria 3175 AUSTRALIA +61 3 8588 4500 +61 3 9560 9055 AMERICAS +1 954 524 2326 +1 954 337 3778 EUROPE +44 208 144 1405 +44 208 289 3542 Sales sales@beamcommunications.com General info@beamcommunications.com...

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