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Thrane&Thrane EXPLORER 700 Getting Started Manual

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EXPLORER
Version 01
20.04.07
www.inmarsat.com/bgan
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  • Page 1: Getting Started

    BGAN solutions guide Getting started with the EXPLORER ® Version 01 20.04.07 www.inmarsat.com/bgan Whilst the information has been prepared by Inmarsat in good faith, and all reasonable efforts have been made to ensure its accuracy, Inmarsat makes no warranty or representation as to the accuracy, completeness or fitness for purpose or use of the information.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 Contents 1.0. Introduction 1.1. About this guide 1.2. Other sources of information 1.3. Upgrading software 2.0. Introducing the terminal 2.1. Physical characteristics 2.2. Interfaces 2.3. Services 3.0. Setting up the terminal 3.1. Installing BGAN LaunchPad 3.2.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    1.1. About this guide This document introduces the EXPLORER 700 terminal, and explains how to set up the terminal for use on the BGAN network, register with the network, and set up data, voice and text connections. It is intended for first time end-users, Distribution Partners, Service Providers and anyone who wants to use a BGAN terminal to connect to the BGAN network and use network services.

  • Page 4: Introducing The Terminal

    Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 2.0. Introducing the terminal This section introduces the physical characteristics, interfaces and services available on the Thrane & Thrane EXPLORER 700 (called the EXPLORER 700 in the rest of this document). 2.1. Physical characteristics Item Specification Manufacturer Thrane &...

  • Page 5: Setting Up The Terminal

    Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 3.0. Setting up the terminal This section explains how to set up the EXPLORER 700 terminal and connect to the BGAN network. The steps described are: Installing BGAN LaunchPad on your computer. Installing the SIM card and battery.

  • Page 6: Installing Bgan Launchpad

    Insert the BGAN LaunchPad Installation CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive. Follow the on-screen instructions. 3.2. Installing the SIM card and battery To get the terminal ready for connection: 1. The EXPLORER 700 has a transport latch, securing the antenna and receiver during transport. Open the latch as shown below:...
  • Page 7 Flip up the antenna module and access the keypad and connectors as shown below: NOTE: If required, you can detach the transceiver from the antenna, and use both components separately. Refer to the EXPLORER 700 User Manual for details. Use a pen or similar object to press the eject button at the SIM slot marked USIM#1, and release the SIM card holder.

  • Page 8: Connecting The Cables

    After inserting SIM card and battery, connect all relevant cables. Connecting the antenna to the transceiver The EXPLORER 700 has two connectors for connecting the antenna to the transceiver. Note the following: • If you are going to use the antenna and transceiver attached as one unit, use the short antenna cable provided with your EXPLORER 700.

  • Page 9: Obtaining A Gps Fix

    2. Switch the unit on using the power button on the left of the display. The EXPLORER 700 automatically searches for a GPS fix when first powered on.
  • Page 10 10/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 • If the terminal has a GPS fix, but the position cannot be displayed the word ACQUIRED is displayed. The position may not be displayed because it is not permitted in this location, or because the terminal is not yet registered on the BGAN network.

  • Page 11: Connecting The Terminal To Your Computer

    Connect the LAN cable to the LAN port of your computer. A suitable cable is provided with the EXPLORER 700. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the LAN ports on the EXPLORER 700, as shown below. A message confirming the connection is displayed.
  • Page 12 If a reply is received, your computer is connected to the terminal. • You have the choice of using the EXPLORER 700 in Multi user or Single user mode. Multi user mode - multiple users can share a single data connection. Each user is allocated a private IP address from the terminal’s pool of IP addresses.
  • Page 13 13/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 Connect the other end of the cable to the USB connector on the EXPLORER 700. Power up the terminal. Your computer should now automatically discover that new hardware is connected. Install the new hardware, as described in the documentation for your operating system.

  • Page 14: Registering With The Network

    14/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 3.6. Registering with the network Establishing a connection with the BGAN network requires the careful orientation of the BGAN terminal towards the satellite - a process called pointing. Accurate and precise pointing is important, because a badly-pointed antenna can reduce the data rate achievable over the network.
  • Page 15 15/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 Click on Help me setup BGAN and step through the on-screen instructions. BGAN LaunchPad suggests the recommended pointing angle and direction to correctly position the terminal. NOTE: Do not touch the antenna. •...
  • Page 16 You can configure the terminal to automatically exit pointing and set up a data connection after power on. This feature is disabled by default, but you can enable it using the EXPLORER 700 Web interface. Refer to the “EXPLORER 700 User Manual” for details.

  • Page 17: Making Voice, Data And Text Connections

    17/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 4.0. Making voice, data and text connections You can connect to the terminal using any of the following interfaces: • USB, for IP data connections. • Phone/fax, for Standard (4kbps) or Premium (3.1kHz) voice connections.

  • Page 18: Making An Analogue Handset Or Fax Connection

    18/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 4.1. Making an analogue handset or fax connection Setting call quality You can choose to receive incoming or make outgoing calls using Standard or Premium voice quality. Standard quality calls are made at 4kbps, premium quality calls are made at 3.1kHz over a 64kbps ISDN channel.

  • Page 19: Making An Ip Data Connection

    19/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 4.2. Making an IP Data Connection Pre-requisites Before you can open an IP data connection, ensure that you have done the following: • Installed a provisioned SIM card, supplied by your Service Provider. The SIM card contains Access Control Point (APN) information, therefore Inmarsat recommends that you do not change the APN after installing the SIM card.
  • Page 20 20/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 Opening a standard data connection By default, when you first register with the BGAN network, the terminal opens a standard IP data connection. The standard connection is an always-on, best effort connection and is suitable for most basic data applications.
  • Page 21 21/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 Opening a streaming data connection If you require a guaranteed data rate for your connection (if, for example, the application is time critical), you can connect using one of the three dedicated streaming connections, at the following data rates: •...
  • Page 22 22/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 Select the required streaming connection, for example Streaming 64. The following message is displayed, asking you to confirm that you want to close your current connection and open a new connection, charged by time: Click on OK.
  • Page 23 23/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 Opening a dedicated streaming connection In addition to the default connections, BGAN LaunchPad enables you to configure and open one or more dedicated streaming connections (you can associate one of the icons shown above with a dedicated streaming connection).
  • Page 24 24/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 The following screen is displayed: In this scenario, you have set up a dedicated streaming connection for Win Media. The Standard connection is currently open. Select the required dedicated streaming connection, for example Win Media. The...
  • Page 25 25/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 The Standard and the Win Media connections are both open. All traffic other than Win Media data continues to use the standard connection. You can open up to 10 dedicated streaming connections in addition to your default connection.
  • Page 26 26/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 To check that the APN for a specific data connection is set to the default: Select the Data tab in BGAN LaunchPad. The following screen is displayed: Right-click on the connection you want to check and select Edit. The Primary Connection screen is displayed, as shown below: Check the APN displayed in the Select APN field.

  • Page 27: Making A Wireless Lan Connection

    4.3. Making a wireless LAN connection The EXPLORER 700 has a built-in wireless LAN (WLAN) 802.11a/b/g Access Point. To set up a WLAN connection, place your computer within 100m from the terminal. Note that this is the maximum distance; the actual distance may be shorter, depending on the environment. In an office environment, you should be able to establish a connection across the adjoining 2-3 rooms.
  • Page 28 To connect to the WLAN interface, after registering the terminal with the network: Power up your computer and place it within wireless range of the EXPLORER 700. Select the EXPLORER 700 access point on your computer. The default name is EXPLORER 700.
  • Page 29 29/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 To enable and set up the Whitelist: Select Terminal > WLAN Whitelist from the BGAN LaunchPad main menu. The Configure WLAN Whitelist window displays, as shown below: Select Enable to activate the Whitelist.

  • Page 30: Making A Bluetooth Connection

    Bluetooth calls or transmit Bluetooth data. If you want to pair your device with the terminal, the default device name is “EXPLORER 700”, and the default passkey is the terminal serial number. The terminal’s serial number is found on the label on the back of the terminal.
  • Page 31 You must be connected to the terminal via the LAN interface or USB interface. Type in 192.168.0.1 into a Web browser to display the Web interface. For information on using the Web interface, refer to the “EXPLORER 700 User Manual”.
  • Page 32 BGAN LaunchPad automatically detects the Bluetooth connection and you can use your device to access Bluetooth services. You cannot make a local call between two Bluetooth handsets using the EXPLORER 700. You can make a local call from a Bluetooth handset or headset to an analogue phone, or from an analogue phone to a Bluetooth handset or headset.

  • Page 33: Making An Isdn Data Connection

    BGAN LaunchPad, and connect the equipment to the ISDN port of the terminal. NOTE: The ISDN interface on the EXPLORER 700 comprises two connectors and supports connection of up to 8 devices simultaneously. However, if you are going to connect more than one device per interface, the devices must be self-powered.

  • Page 34: Sending Or Receiving A Text Message

    Connect the ISDN cable to your phone or fax machine. Connect the other end of the cable to one of the ISDN connectors on the EXPLORER 700. After power up and pointing, check the connection by making a phone call or sending a fax. R 4.6.
  • Page 35 35/35 Getting Started with the EXPLORER 700 The following screen is displayed: Refer to “BGAN LaunchPad Help” for details on using this screen. NOTE: When you receive a text message, the Text message icon in BGAN LaunchPad changes, and the number of new text messages displays.

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