Using The External Antenna - Iridium GO! User Manual

Tips on efficient operation
For Iridium GO! to operate most efficiently:
1. Keep the battery charged to ensure that the device is ready for use when needed.
2. Ensure antenna is pointed directly up while in use.
3. Make sure the antenna has a clear unobstructed view of the sky.
4. Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily when the Iridium GO! device is in use, as contact with the
antenna may impact call quality and battery consumption.
Iridium GO! is not designed to be worn on your body. Refer to Chapter 2 "Important safety and regulatory information" on
proper use.

Using the external antenna

The Iridium GO! device has the ability to connect to an external antenna with the use of adapter
cable (both the external antenna and adapter cable are sold separately). The use of an external
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antenna would allow you to use the device while inside an enclosed area in close proximity to an
open view of the sky. The connector on the device is located behind the cover found directly below
the device antenna. When an external antenna is connected, you must still raise the device antenna;
this action turns the unit on and allows for transmission with the Iridium network, while lowering the
device antenna will prevent the device from transmitting. Use of an external antenna will provide
connectivity for the Iridium network only and will not provide GPS reception. In order to obtain GPS
reception, the Iridium GO! device must be in view of an open sky.
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