Installation; Pre-Installation - Icarus Sky connect Installation Manual

2.0 Installation

2.1 Pre-Installation

Perform a visual inspection of the equipment for evidence of damage incurred
during shipment.
Until the Iridium L-Band Transceiver has been registered on the network, there is
very little you can do to test its operation. SIM card activation must be done at the user
level, through an Iridium Service Provider. After the user has set up an account, the SIM
card is activated. The SIM card is the identity of the user, and thus must travel with the
user. In this case, the user's SIM card is installed in the Sky Connect Transceiver, or in
the RJ45 External Card Reader.
This process should only need to be accomplished at initial installation, and then
only if an external SIM card reader is not available or desired. Should the unit need to be
replaced, or transferred to another party, or in the event that a SIM card requires
replacement, follow the SIM card installation instructions below in order to keep the SIM
card account matched with the user.
While activation is not required, a valid SIM card must also be installed in
Tracker/Messenger only systems. In addition to the installed SIM card,some providers
require an IMEI #. The IMEI# is located on a small sticker on the back of the
Transceiver.
SIM card Installation
Please consult the factory in the event you need to install/remove a SIM card.
Opening the SkyConnect Transceiver without approval will void the warranty. Should
you need to install or remove a SIM card, remove the Sky Connect transceiver from its
mount relocate to clean environment. Following standard ESD procedures to ensure
protection of electronic components, remove the seven small screws from the outside
edges of the case. Refer to Appendix A for detailed visual guidance.
Carefully remove the plate from the case, taking care not to damage the ribbon
cable connecting the L-Band Transceiver. The TNC antenna connector is physically
attached to the LBT, and so should be backed out of the external case very carefully.
Once removed, flip the case lid upside down so the face of the LBT is visible. Remove
the two allen screws with a 5/64" allen wrench. Removing this small access cover
reveals the SIM card reader. Arrows on the card lock indicate the direction to slide the
lock to release it, allowing the hinged SIM card holder to flip up.
Insert the SIM card so that the gold contacts on the card will be face down and in
contact with the gold contacts in the reader. The tapered edge of the SIM card should end
up at the top. Close the SIM card holder, and slide it opposite of the "open" arrows to
lock it in place. The tapered edge of your card should match the tapered card etching on
the plastic of the slide lock. Re-secure the SIM card lid, guide the LBT and cover plate
back into place, and re-secure the Sky Connect Transceiver cover plate. The unit is now
capable of registering on the Iridium network, provided the SIM card has been activated.
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