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RST620
Fixed In-Vehicle
Hands Free car kit
Installation & User Manual
Beam Communications Pty. Ltd.
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  • Page 1 RST620 Fixed In-Vehicle Hands Free car kit Installation & User Manual Beam Communications Pty. Ltd.
  • Page 2 Information furnished by BEAM Communications Pty Ltd (BEAM) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by BEAM for its use, or for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties, which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of BEAM.

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    1 x Printed Iridium Antenna Installation Guide Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are available for your RST620. • Handset Extension Cable • Antenna Cable • Antenna See your Service Provider for pricing and availability of these quality BEAM accessories.

  • Page 4: User Information

    BEAM RST620 Serial no #:  This number can be copied from the white shipping label on the RST620 box Eg. HFI02803 The following PIN codes may be required to use your RST620, please complete these details for future reference.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Contents Package Contents 3 ELECTRICAL LEGEND 24 Convenient On/Off Feature 24 Optional Accessories 3 Entertainment Mute Feature User information 4 (optional) 24 Horn Alert (Ring) Feature (optional) Safety Information 7 Line In/Out (optional) 25 Conventions in this Manual 7...
  • Page 6 RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Voicemail Mailbox 36 Setting the Ringer Tone 44 Getting to Phone Setup... 44 Changing From Private to Hands-free Setting the Keypad Tones 44 Adjusting Earpiece Volume 36 Locking and Unlocking Your Phone Adjusting Ringer Volume 37...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Please consult your supplier if you have any further questions. Your RST620 is a low power radio transmitter and receiver, when ON, it receives and sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.

  • Page 8: Antenna Care

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Exposure to Radio Frequency Signals Your wireless mobile telephone is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. International agencies have set standards and recommendations for the protection of public exposure to RF electromagnetic energy.

  • Page 9: Pacemakers

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL 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. These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.

  • Page 10: Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Potentially Explosive Atmospheres  Turn your phone OFF and do not remove your battery when you are in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere.  Obey all signs and instructions.  Sparks from your battery in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.

  • Page 11: About Beam Communications

    Iridium Satellite Network. Beam’s commitment to be at the forefront has continued to increase its share of the global satellite communications market. Its premium distribution network spans the world. Recognized as a leading provider of satellite communication solutions, Beam specializes in Voice, Data, Tracking and customized solutions.

  • Page 12: About Your Rst620

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL About your RST620 This guide outlines the details for installing the Beam In-vehicle hands free telephone. This kit should not be used with any other device other than the components supplied. Features Full In-vehicle Integration The Beam In vehicle kit allows for a quality permanent installation to the vehicle.
  • Page 13 (Optional) Alert / Tracking Interface The Beam LeoTRAK terminals are an intelligent Alert / Tracking and Monitoring unit all-in- one and are available for all Beam terminals. LeoTRAK allows the deployment of various applications including vehicle, asset, asset tracking, monitoring and condition reporting, remote control and configuration.

  • Page 14: Equipment Overview

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Equipment Overview Side A Side B...

  • Page 15: Installation Guidelines

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Installation Guidelines Wherever you install your equipment, follow these guidelines:  The units must be protected from dirt and moisture.  Ensure that each mounting surface is strong enough to support the component being mounted to prevent the component from loosening over time.

  • Page 16: Guidelines For Electrical Connections

    3 amps more than the maximum current that may be required by the vehicle and its other accessories. Warning: Do not connect the RST620 to the connector cable until the full installation is completed.

  • Page 17: Installation Procedure

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Installation Procedure Install the components in the following order: 1. Installing your handset & holder 5. Installing your Speaker 2. Installing your Hands Free 6. Installing your Antenna cable & Antenna Interface Unit (HFI) system 3.

  • Page 18: Installing Your Hands Free Interface Unit (Hfi)

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL 2. Installing your Hands Free Interface Unit (HFI) In many vehicles, the best location for these units is on the floor or the rear vertical panel of the trunk compartment. Alternate locations include under the dashboard, under the front or rear seat, or under the rear speaker deck panel.
  • Page 19 RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Installing SIM Card 1. Use the hex wrench (Allen key) to remove the screw on the transceiver module to remove the SIM card cover plate as shown. Keep the screw in a safe place whilst you install / remove the SIM card.

  • Page 20: Installing The Directional Microphone

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL 4. Installing the Directional Microphone The hands-free directional microphone must be properly positioned in the vehicle to ensure optimum performance. When selecting a location for the microphone, consider these guidelines:  Mount the microphone near the centre of the vehicle, either on the driver-side sun visor or on the head-liner above the driver.

  • Page 21: Installing The Speaker

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL 5. Installing the Speaker Follow these steps to mount the speaker: 1. Mount the speaker to the transmission hump or underneath the dashboard on the passenger side. 2. Do not mount the speaker so that it faces the microphone directly or this will cause heavy feedback within the system.

  • Page 22: Installing The Antenna

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL 6. Installing the Antenna Iridium Antenna Connector GPS Antenna Connector. (NOT USED) The antenna cable should be connected to the “ANT” antenna socket of the transceiver module as shown above. The transceiver is fitted with an SMA connector, however a converter to change the connecter to TNC is included in the kit.

  • Page 23: Connecting Power To Components

    DO NOT connect the terminal to the Battery Supply until the installation is complete. 1. Ensure the power and Interface cable to the RST620 Interface Unit will reach from the RST620 unit to the point at which vehicle power is being sourced DO NOT connect to the interface box until after the installation is complete.

  • Page 24: Electrical Legend

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL ELECTRICAL LEGEND 1 - RED = BATT+ (eg. +12v) 2 - Black = GND (BATT-) 3 - Green = Accessory Power (Acc) Radio Mute & Horn Alert: Output switch to ground when active, via open-collector transistors.

  • Page 25: Horn Alert (Ring) Feature (Optional)

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Horn Alert (Ring) Feature (optional) The horn Alert (Ring) output connects to the horn of the vehicle or other device for alerting when an incoming call is received on the terminal. Local laws and regulations regarding the connection of Audible horn Alerts must be abided by.

  • Page 26: Preliminary Testing

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Preliminary Testing 1. Unpack all components and assemble them on a service bench. 2. Position the antenna several meters from the other components to avoid potential interference. Using a bench power supply in place of the vehicle battery, verify that all components...

  • Page 27: Operation Of The In-Car Kit

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Operation of the In-Car Kit Now that you have completed all installation steps, follow these steps: 1. Ensure the Satellite terminal has power to the unit. 2. Ensure that the vehicle is located in an area where quality signal is available 3.

  • Page 28: Hands-Free Interface Leds

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL 2. If during operation of the Hands free unit the unit either does not turn on or will not turn off, it is recommended to follow these steps: o Turn vehicle Accessories off o Turn the terminal off o Wait 10 seconds o Turn on the vehicle Accessories once more.

  • Page 29: Assuring Quality Of Iridium Service

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Assuring Quality of Iridium Service Iridium is committed to providing subscribers around the world consistent, 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.

  • Page 30: Using The Communication Port

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Using the Communication Port The Hands-free interface provides the convenience to access data services from anywhere on earth. You should consult your service provider for full details on the availability of this service with your account.

  • Page 31: Using The Line In/Out

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Using the Line In/Out The Line In/Out pluggable screw-terminal allows interfacing to the vehicles’ existing communications system. The Line audio level of this interface is that of typical equipment being -10dBV, which is about 0.3V.

  • Page 32: Iridium Display Definitions

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Iridium Display Definitions Signal Strength Indicator indicates the strength of the signal from the network. The signal strength indicator appears continuously in the top left hand corner of the display. The more segments displayed in the bar graph, the stronger the signal. Five bars indicate full signal strength.

  • Page 33: Using Your Intelligent Handset

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Using Your Intelligent Handset The phone is powered on and off by the vehicles ignition system. Depending on how the unit has been wired the In-vehicle kit will work with Accessory power and or Vehicle ON power as controlled by the ignition key.

  • Page 34: Phone Overview

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Phone Overview LCD Display Vol Up/Down Menu Up/Down Power On/Off Volume Keys The Volume keys are on face of the handset as shown above. This controls the in call volume as well as the ring volume.

  • Page 35: Automatic Redial

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Automatic Redial If the number or your network is busy, you will see Redial? for five seconds. Press OK to redial the number automatically. NOTE: The maximum number of redial attempts is set by your service provider. If the call...

  • Page 36: Receiving Hands-Free Calls

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Receiving Hands-free calls In call alert leave the handset in the hang-up cup Press to answer call Direct your conversation to the hands-free mic End Call? To end call appears press To end call press...

  • Page 37: Adjusting Ringer Volume

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Adjusting Ringer Volume Use this feature to adjust the volume of the ringer. The phone sounds the new volume level as you adjust it. To adjust the ringer volume: Phone Setup Press MENU press until you see...

  • Page 38: Using The Quick Access Menu

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL By pressing MENU during a call, you will see the In-Call menu. Using the Quick Access Menu The Quick Access menu is a way to keep your favourite menu options readily accessible. Each digit key has a Quick Access feature assigned to it.

  • Page 39: In-Call Menu Features

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL In-Call Menu Features The In-Call menu dynamically changes depending on the type of call you are in. Managing the Phone Book Your satellite phone can store up to 100 names and numbers, and your SIM card expands memory capacity even more.

  • Page 40: Getting To Personal Numbers

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Getting to Personal Numbers... Press MENU until you see Phone Book, and then press OK MENU until you see Personal Numbers, and then press Press Press MENU to scroll to one of the features described below.

  • Page 41: Erase A Name And Number

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Press MENU until you see Modify Name or Number, and then press OK . You will see Edit Number, followed by the phone number stored in that entry. Enter changes to the number, and then press .

  • Page 42: What Messages Contain

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL What Messages Contain You can receive short text or numeric messages in your Personal Mailbox. Text messages may contain up to 160 characters. Messages contain multiple screens with the following information: • the message •...

  • Page 43: Accessing Your Messages

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Accessing Your Messages... 1. Press MENU until you see Messages, and then press 0K MENU until you see Received Messages, and then press 0K 2. Press 3. Press MENU to scroll to one of the features described below.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Ringer Volume

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Adjusting the Ringer Volume The phone sounds the new volume level as you adjust it. to get to Adjust Ring Volume, and then " Follow the steps in "Getting to Phone Setup... press OK to select.

  • Page 45: Lock The Phone Automatically

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Lock the Phone Automatically Use this feature to set your phone to lock itself every time it is powered on. Follow the steps in "Getting to Phone Lock..." to get to Automatic Lock, and then press OK to select.

  • Page 46: Activate And Deactivate The Sim Card Pin Code

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Activate and Deactivate the SIM Card PIN Code When you activate the SIM card PIN code, your phone requests the code whenever the phone is powered on. To change this setting, you need to enter the PIN code that your service provider gave you.

  • Page 47: Reset Options To Factory Defaults

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL NOTE: This feature is available only when the extended menus are activated. See "Activating Extended Menus Reset Options to Factory Defaults Use the master reset option to reset all settings to their original default settings. The master reset option: •...

  • Page 48: Registering With The Satellite Network

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Getting to Network Selection... Press MENU until you see Network Selection, and then press OK Press MENU to scroll to one of the features described below. You will see the feature name, followed by Select? Registering With the Satellite Network Your phone searches for the Iridium satellite network.

  • Page 49: Getting To Audible Call Timers

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Getting to Audible Call Timers... Press MENU until you see Call Meters, and then press OK MENU until you see Set Audible Call Timers, and then press Press Press MENU to scroll to one of the features described below.

  • Page 50: Specification Summary

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Specification Summary Electrical Power 11VDC to 32VDC, 2.5A Power Consumption At Input Voltage: (Average Current, HFI+9522B) Standby Mode 0.58 A 0.27 A Talk/Transmit Mode 0.73 A 0.35 A Standby Mode 0.47 A 0.15 A Talk/Transmit Mode 0.54 A...

  • Page 51: Rs232 (Comm Port) Specification

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL RS232 (Comm Port) Specification The RST620 is provided with a RS232 serial port for data connection. It is a 9-pin D-type (female) socket, wired DCE for connection to a standard PC with a 1:1 cable.

  • Page 52: 9522B Mounting Bracket Dimensions

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL 9522B Mounting Bracket Dimensions...

  • Page 53: Hfi Mounting Dimensions

    RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL HFI Mounting Dimensions...

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    Check power is connected to the terminal and the HFI units. Check to see if the Green LED is on or Flashing RST620 fails to register with the Iridium service after 30 seconds Check power connection Check Antenna connection and location...
  • Page 55 RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL You can’t make calls. Check that the antenna is properly mounted. Do you have a clear view of the sky? Did you enter the number in international format? All calls made from the Iridium® System require a special calling sequence, please refer to your Service Provider for these details.
  • Page 56 RST620 INSTALLATION & USER MANUAL Your PIN is blocked Check Card or Insert Card. Check the card is inserted correctly Check the contacts of the card are clean See your Service Provider if continues Your SIM card won’t work. Is the card inserted the correct way? Is the gold chip visibly damaged or scratched? Return the card to your service provider.

  • Page 57: Beam Warranty Conditions

    The Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy and the limit of BEAM liability for any loss whatsoever shall not exceed the purchase price paid by the Customer for the product to which a claim is made.

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