Nera WorldCommunicator

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Nera WorldCommunicator
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Nera WorldCommunicator
Getting Started
CHANGING THE WAY WE COMMUNICATE
Nera WorldCommunicator
Getting Started
Doc no. QLZB 911078
Rev. A 11.99
© Nera Satcom AS, 1999
GETTING STARTED
RADIATION WARNING
RADIO FREQUENCY RADIATION
HAZARD - KEEP CLEAR
2 METRES MINIMUM
High levels of radio frequency radiation are considered health hazardous.
Although no single value of “safe radiation level” has been agreed upon by all
countries, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI/LEEE C95.1-1992)
recommends that people should not be exposed to radiation stronger than
1 milliwatt per square centimetre at the frequencies used in the
WORLDCOMMUNICATOR terminal. Accordingly, the operator of the terminal
should ensure that the area extending 2 metres from the front of the antenna be
kept clear of personnel when the terminal is transmitting.
OBTAINING LICENSING FOR INMARSAT TERMINALS
Under rights given under ITU Radio Regulations, local telecommunications administrations establish and enforce
national rules and regulations governing types of emissions, power levels, and other parameters that effect the
purity of signal, which may be radiated in the various frequency bands of the radio spectrum.
To legally operate an Inmarsat terminal, it is necessary to obtain permission from the local telecommunications
regulatory authorities of the country you are operating within. Using your terminal in any country without
permission causes you to run the risk of confiscation of the terminal or legal action from local authorities. Normal
practice for taking telecommunications into another country is to apply for a license before travel. If a license has
not been obtained before travel, the equipment may be put into storage by local authorities until such time as a
license is obtained.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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GETTING STARTED
SATELLITE COMMUNICATION ............................. 6
APPLICATIONS EXAMPLE .................................... 7
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION ................................. 8
General .............................................................. 8
Communication services .................................... 8
WorldCommunicator with fixed antenna .......... 10
Connections ..................................................... 11
Internal battery ................................................. 12
Charging .......................................................... 12
External power ................................................. 12
SIM card ........................................................... 13
PIN code .......................................................... 13
SETTING UP ......................................................... 14
Satellite search ................................................ 14
Connecting the first ISDN device ..................... 17
Linking the first DECT handset to the
WorldCommunicator DECT base station ......... 18
Selecting default Net service provider ............. 19
Making a call .................................................... 20
To call the WorldCommunicator ....................... 21
CONTENTS
Installing the PC program ................................ 25
ISDN MSN configuration .................................. 26
DECT MSN configuration ................................. 27
DISPLAY FUNCTIONS ......................................... 28
Overview .......................................................... 28
Information ....................................................... 29
Configure DTE ................................................. 30
Enabling/disabling the DECT base station ....... 31
ISDN EFFICIENCY ............................................... 32
BATTERY HANDLING .......................................... 33
MOUNTING FIXED ANTENNA ............................. 34
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................... 35
LIST OF TERMS ................................................... 37
TO UNPLUG ANTENNA RF CONNECTOR ......... 38
ADDITIONAL DEVICES ........................................ 22
Services ........................................................... 22
Routing of incoming calls ................................. 23
Connecting additional ISDN devices ................ 24
Linking additional DECT handsets ................... 24
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SATELLITE COMMUNICATION
GETTING STARTED
Four satellites are positioned
stationary above equator.
The satellites provide the
coverage shown on the map.
The WorldCommunicator
searches all satellites as
default.
The WorldCommunicator
provides communication
with the public telephone
network via satellite; which
requires free line of sight.
The antenna is flat, but
works as a parabolic dish.
POR
AOR
-W
IOR
AOR-E
WorldCommunicator coverage
POR
AOR-W
AOR-E
IOR
POR
S
Equator
N
WorldCommunicator
antenna
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NE
Parabolic
antenna
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APPLICATIONS EXAMPLE
GETTING STARTED
Video
cameras
Internet screen
phone
Digital
cameras
Videophone
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Remote network
Dial-up networking
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
General
The WorldCommunicator satellite terminal provides
64 kbps voice and data, and 4.8 kbps low cost voice
for transmission via Inmarsat’s Global Area Network
service (M4). It offers full portable ISDN functionality.
The WorldCommunicator consists of two main units
housed in a lightweight and portable carrying case:
• The 3-panel antenna with RF transceiver.
• The Modem Unit (and battery pack).
The WorldCommunicator uses a coax cable to link
the two units together. A cordura bag is supplied with
the equipment for easy transport.
The total weight of the WorldCommunicator is
4.2 kgs (including battery).
Communication services
The WorldCommunicator provides the following
services:
• ISDN:
- 64 kbps data service (UDI)
- 56 kbps data service
- 4.8 kbps speech
- 64 kbps speech
- 3.1 kHz audio (64 kbps)
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• USB (not yet implemented)
• IPDS (not yet implemented)
Internal communication
Equipment connected to the various interfaces may
communicate with each other via an internal MSN
(Mobile Subscriber Number) assigned to each unit.
Control interface
An RS-232 port allows connection of a PC for
programming of the WorldCommunicator.
A PC program that provides the software to operate
and configure the WorldCommunicator is supplied
on the enclosed CD (requires at least Windows 95).
CD
The CD ROM supplied with the WorldCommunicator
contains:
• program for control from PC (vtLite)
• manuals
• application notes
• and other useful information.
• DECT:
- 4.8 kbps speech
- 64 kbps speech
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION CONT’D
Antenna
slide locks
ANTENNA
3 panels, foldable
Antenna
angle locks
Compass
MODEM UNIT
LCD display
RF transceiver
Multibutton
switch
Connector panel
See “Connections”
and “External power“
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Built-in DECT base station
Antenna cable
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION CONT’D
GETTING STARTED
WorldCommunicator with fixed antenna
For installation, see
“MOUNTING FIXED ANTENNA”
FIXED
ANTENNA
MODEM UNIT
Built-in DECT
base station
LCD
display
Multibutton
switch
Connector panel
See “Connections”
and “External power“
10
Antenna coax cable
Standard:
QRPM 911091-10000
Length 10 m
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION CONT’D
GETTING STARTED
Connections
Modem Unit
ISDN
RS-232
USB
Note! Use shielded ISDN cable
Ant
:
19VDC
input for
simultaneous
powering and
charging of
internal
battery pack.
ISDN:
RJ45-50
Services:
• 4.8kbps
compressed
speech
• 64kbps
speech
• 64kbps ISDN
data (UDI)
• 56kbps ISDN
data (V110)
• 3.1 kHz audio
(64 kbps)
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DATA:
9-pin RS-232
serial port for
operation
and
configuration
from PC,
or software
download
USB:
Not yet
implemented
DECT:
built-in base
station.
1880-1900MHz.
Selectable:
• 4.8kbps
compressed
speech
• 64kbps
speech
IR:
Not yet
implemented
ANT:
connection
of coax
cable from
antenna
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION CONT’D
GETTING STARTED
Nera does not guarantee that the WorldCommunicator
will work with a battery not approved by Nera/Nera
The battery indicator
agent.
on the display indiSee also "BATTERY HANDLING".
cates the charge level:
The amount of shading represents the current
charge level.
External power
A completely shaded indicator indicates a fully
The WorldCommunicator may be connected to an
charged battery.
AC source using the Universal AC/DC Adapter, or to
A flashing battery indicator indicates that the battery
DC using the optional DC/DC converter.
level is low.
Avoid exposing the
Internal power: Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack
WorldCommunicator to
USB
ISDN
RS-232
extreme heat or cold.
Very high or low
temperatures reduce
the battery capacity.
Internal battery
Charging
The battery is charged
via the external power
even when the Modem
Unit is turned off.
A new battery should
be charged for 3.5
hours the first time.
The battery should not
be charged at temperatures lower than 0°C.
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External power/charging
100 - 240 VAC
47 - 63 Hz
10 - 32 VDC
19 V DC
Universal AC Adapter
QBMA 101006
19 V DC
DC/DC converter
QBMR 101014 (option)
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SIM card
The SIM card carries subscription information from
your Net service provider on an integrated circuit.
The WorldCommunicator used with the SIM card
assumes the identity of the SIM card.
The SIM card has its own set of Inmarsat Mobile
Numbers (IMN) on which the user can be contacted
irrespective of the WorldCommunicator used.
All outgoing calls will be billed to the owner of the
SIM card.
The SIM card is protected by a SIM PIN (Personal
Identification Number). Contact your Net service
provider if you do not have the PIN code.
If the PIN code entered does not match the PIN code
on the SIM card, operation with that particular SIM
card will lock-up after three failed attempts. You must
then use the SIM un-block code (PUK code) provided by your Net service provider to un-lock the
card. Contact your Net service provider if you do not
have the PUK code.
Note!
When the PUK is used, the SIM PIN is set to 1 2 3 4.
To change or disable the PIN code, see "Access
level" in the User Guide.
The SIM card can store various information, f.ex.:
• PIN code (Personal Identification Number)
• Phone book
• Allowed and preferred Net service providers
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EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION CONT’D
Note! When using SIM card, the accessibility of the
WorldCommunicator functions will depend on the
card supplier.
PIN code
The user is prompted for the 4-8 digit Personal
Identification Number each time the
WorldCommunicator is switched on:
• SIM PIN? (with SIM card).
• Phone PIN? (without SIM card).
The PIN protection can be disabled, see "Access
level" in the User Guide.
SIM card insertion
1 Remove cover
and pull out battery
2 Insert SIM card
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GETTING STARTED
Satellite search
Left
1 Open the
WorldCommunicator
by swinging down
the Modem Unit.
NB!
F
el when old left
clos
ing panel
ante first
nna
pan
Storm
locks
Rig
ht p
a
nel
Display
Modem
Unit
ON/OFF
button
WorldCommunicator
Phone PIN : 0
520
09:46
2 Unfold the antenna.
If necessary, slide storm locks into place.
3 Press and hold
for 2 secs.
4 Enter Phone PIN code: use “arrow” buttons to
change digit and step to next position.
Press
when ready.
Example,
PIN no.: 1234
1
2
3
4
Factory default PIN code = 1 2 3 4
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SETTING UP CONT’D
30°
0°
ANTENNA
to
60°
Fre
6 To find the correct vertical angle to the satellite, try
with the antenna adjusted to 60°, 30° or 0° as
indicated.
el
the ine o
sa f sig
tel
l i te h t
5 Check that the antenna cable is connected to the
Modem Unit.
Longer antenna cable is available as option.
7 Aim the antenna towards the estimated position of
the satellite with free line of sight, or make a slow
scan across the hemisphere.
Compass
Antenna
angle locks
MODEM
UNIT
Antenna cable
connector
If necessary, use the compass to determine the
direction.
See coverage map at the beginning of the manual.
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Warning!
The battery will affect the compass reading when the
Modem Unit is placed in the frame.
Make sure that the antenna cable and plugs are not
jammed when closing the WorldCommunicator.
See also “TO UNPLUG ANTENNA RF CONNECTOR”
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GETTING STARTED
SETTING UP CONT’D
With clear view to the satellite, the antenna may be
operated from the inside of some types of windows,
but should preferably be located outside.
A shaded signal strength bar will appear in the
display. When closing in on the satellite, turning the
antenna horizontally and adjust its vertical angle, the
bar increases in length. The longer the signal bar or
higher the signal strength indicator value, the better
the signal quality.
The maximum marker indicates the highest signal
strength achieved during the current search.
Searching
All regions
520
Maximum achieved
signal strength
Signal strength
bar
Signal strength
520
indication
Time in hours:seconds
09:46
Note! It is recommended that the signal strength
reading (S/N=Signal/Noise ratio) should be at least
420 for 4.8 kbps speech communication, and 520 for
other services.
8 Pressing
initializes the system with the
displayed satellite.
Unknown net
AOR-W
Ready for call
520
09:46
9 See “Selecting default Net service provider” to
choose the correct Net service provider.
When using a SIM card, the Net service provider will
be selected automatically.
Use AOR-W ?
Display light adjustment
Lock the vertical angle (elevation) of the antenna
with the antenna angle locks.
09:46
Note! If no spot beam is found from the current
satellite, try another Ocean Region. See spot beam
maps on the enclosed CD for additional help.
Press to increase contrast:
Press to reduce contrast:
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GETTING STARTED
SETTING UP CONT’D
For linking DECT
handset, see next page.
Built-in DECT base station
Connecting the first ISDN device
The WorldCommunicator will recognize a single
ISDN equipment without any prior programming.
Connect the equipment to the ISDN port, and verify
that you have a dial tone.
If no extension number (MSN, see ”LIST OF TERMS”)
is configured in an ISDN phone, the Modem Unit
automatically chooses 4.8 kbps speech quality.
64 kbps speech
The ISDN phone can be set to use the high quality
64 kbps speech service by entering the MSN
number 30 into the ISDN equipment.
See the manual enclosed with the ISDN telephone
on how to program the MSN number to 30.
ISDN connector
Example of entering MSN no. 30 into Siemens
type Profiset 30:
• Displayed on the phone:
00.00.00 00:00
ISDN telephone
• Leave handset on, and enter
0
1
1
3
0
on the phone keypad.
PC with ISDN interface
Telefax with ISDN interface
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01 1 30
MSN number
MSN1 (first no.)
• Finally, pressing
enters
MSN number 30 as MSN1 in the ISDN phone.
For connection of more than one ISDN device, see
”ADDITIONAL DEVICES > Connecting additional
ISDN devices”.
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SETTING UP CONT’D
Linking the first DECT handset to the
WorldCommunicator DECT base station
The first handset is given the MSN number 01 and is
set for 4.8 kbps speech service.
For 64 kbps service, see "ADDITIONAL DEVICES>
Linking additional DECT handsets".
Procedure:
1 Press
on the WorldCommunicator to enter
the MENU, and scroll down to Enable DECT.
2 Pressing “right arrow” starts the initialization of the
built-in DECT base station.
3 After a while, the base station is “Open to register”
the first handset.
4 Link the DECT handset to the WorldCommunicator
DECT base station as described in the manual
enclosed with the DECT phone.
Example of registering Siemens type Gigaset 2000
for the first time:
• Press
to switch ON the DECT handset.
The message Register? is displayed.
• Press the OK display key on the DECT.
• On the DECT keypad, enter the WorldCommunicator
base station password: 1 2 3 4, which are the first
four digits of the owner password.
(Use new code when the owner password is changed.)
• Press the OK display key.
• Wait until the message REGISTER is displayed.
5 Press
on the WorldCommunicator to complete the registering of the DECT handset.
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MENU
> Enable DECT
Self Test
520
09:46
Starting DECT
Basestation
520
09:46
Open to register
Any key to exit
520
09:46
Registered HndSet 01
for Std. Voice usage
Id=02 MSN=01
520
09:46
The handset is now ready for use.
For registering of additional handsets or switching to
64 kbps service, see "ADDITIONAL DEVICES>
Installing the PC program>DECT MSN configuration".
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SETTING UP CONT’D
Selecting default Net service provider
Make sure that the correct default Inmarsat Net
service provider has been entered.
When using a SIM card, the WorldCommunicator will
automatically be programmed for all Ocean Regions.
The default Net service provider for a satellite (Ocean
Region) is automatically used if the user does not
select another one when making a call.
A default Net service provider must be programmed
the first time an Ocean Region is entered.
Default Net service providers for all Ocean Regions
can be preprogrammed from a PC connected to the
WorldCommunicator. See User Guide.
Use the display when programming the current
satellite:
MENU
> Set Default Net.
Configure DTE
520
09:46
Set Default Net.
> Telstra
Stratos
France Telecom
Telenor
BT
DeTeSat
Station 12
Examples
1 Press
to enter the MENU, and scroll down to
Set Default Net.
2 Pressing “right arrow” opens the list of selectable
default Net service providers.
3 Scroll up/down to wanted Net service provider.
4 Pressing
provider.
enters the chosen Net service
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SETTING UP CONT’D
Making a call
Call through default Net service provider
When using the WorldCommunicator for the first
time in an Ocean Region, make sure that the region
appearing in the display is correct:
Unknown net
AOR-W
Ready for call
520
Internal communication
Calls can be made internally between the connected
ISDN and/or DECT equipment.
The individual MSN number is established with the
Device Manager.
See "ADDITIONAL DEVICES".
MSN (example)
ISDN-to-ISDN/*DECT:
2
0
If incorrect, see "Selecting default Net service
provider".
DECT-to-ISDN:
2
0
Dialing:
1 On the connected equipment, dial 00 and the
country code, followed by the subscriber number
(max 22 digits), and finally press
to send the
On DECT
number, f.ex.:
also:
DECT-to-DECT:
0
0
4
7
6
7
2
4
4
09:46
7
0
0
2
0
0
4
7
6
7
2
4
4
7
2 Wait for answer.
3 Disconnect the call when finished.
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* Handset Id (example)
5
INT
* The DECT handset Id is normally the same number as the MSN.
* * If the telephone lacks the
f.ex.: 1 0 3 2 0
-key, 103 may be dialed instead,
0
Note! Some types of equipment do not have # implemented in
software even if the #-key is on the keypad. Then in front of the
telephone number use:
903 if dialing the number digit by digit, or
902 if for the number to be sent as a block. f.ex:
9
**
0
0
Number of connections
When an ISDN device is used to communicate via
satellite, the 2nd ISDN channel can be used to call a
DECT handset. Four DECT handsets can be used
for internal calls.
When a DECT handset is used to call via satellite,
four DECT handsets and both ISDN channels can
be used for internal calls.
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GETTING STARTED
SETTING UP CONT’D
Call through selected Net service provider
fetches and sends the tele2 3 1 0 5
phone number stored on the SIM card under short
number 105.
Telefax call
The WorldCommunicator is fully compatible with the
world’s leading telefax machines and telefax software standards. However, transmission may not be
possible through some of the telefax machines
available on the market. Please check with your Net
service provider before purchasing a telefax for use
with the WorldCommunicator.
Note! On a telefax with keypad, enter
as the last
digit before starting transmission, or use 902/903 as
described on the previous page.
Short number dialing (prefix 23) through selected
Net service provider
To call the WorldCommunicator
4
0
0
4
7
6
7
2
4
4
7
0
0
routes the call via the Net service provider Telenor
(4) in Norway.
Short number dialing (prefix 23)
4
2 3 1 0 5
fetches and sends the
telephone number stored under short number 105
via the selected Net service provider (Telenor=4).
Service calls
Special information services are accessible with
2-digit service address code.
Note! Not all Net service providers offer every
service listed.
Example of obtaining assistance from the International Operator: 1 1
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Dial the international prefix (normally 00) followed by
870 and the IMN number, f.ex. 00 870 762420510.
The common Ocean Region access no. 870 connects the call to the dialed WorldCommunicator
regardless of the Ocean Region the user currently
communicates through.
If the Net service provider does not support access
no. 870, call the Ocean Region directly:
871 – AOR-E (Atlantic Ocean Region East)
872 – POR
(Pacific Ocean Region)
873 – IOR
(Indian Ocean Region)
874 – AOR-W (Atlantic Ocean Region West)
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ADDITIONAL DEVICES
Services
12 DECT handsets can be
registered
Valid MSN number: 01 - 12
ISDN
RS-232
USB
Max 8 ISDN devices (total 2.5 W drain)
Examples:
*ISDN multiport
ISDN telephone set for 4.8 kbps
standard speech service.
Valid MSN number: 20 - 29
When set for 64 kbps speech service.
Valid MSN number: 30 - 39
*2-way ISDN multiport (standard):
Part no. QDGY 911 908
*5-way ISDN multiport (option):
Part no. QDGY 911 909
PC with ISDN modem set for 64 kbps
data service, or Group 4 fax.
Valid MSN number: 60 - 69
PC with ISDN modem for 56 kbps
ISDN data service.
Valid MSN number: 50 - 59
Analog equipment set for 3.1 kHz
audio service (64 kbps).
Valid MSN number: 40 - 49
For 4.8 kbps service:
Valid MSN number: 20 - 29
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Analog/ISDN adapter
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ADDITIONAL DEVICES CONT’D
Routing of incoming calls
Numbers to be programmed:
When applying for IMN numbers, a Terminal Id
(OID/DID) is received from the Net service provider.
If not programming the Terminal Id and the corresponding MSN into the WorldCommunicator, all
periferal devices with the appropriate service will
respond to incoming calls.
To make an incoming call reach a particular device,
an MSN number and the Terminal Id “connected” to
the IMN number must be programmed into the
Modem Unit. The same MSN number must then be
programmed into the device.
The table below lists valid MSN numbers for the
available services for ISDN and DECT devices.
In Modem Unit:
In ISDN/DECT device:
MSN number
MSN number
and Terminal Id
(the Terminal Id is paired with
a specific IMN number)
For an easy start, the first Terminal Id and MSN
number have been preprogrammed into the Modem
Unit (marked with a star in the table).
In the 4.8 and 64 kbps speech table the Term.Id is
represented by an X, allowing an ISDN Id or a DECT
Id to be used as required.
Note! An Id that already has been entered is not
accepted.
LIST OF MSN NUMBERS
ISDN
DECT
4.8kbps speech
64kbps speech
64 kbps data
56 kbps data
3.1 kHz audio* *
Term. Id MSN
1*
20*
X
21
X
22
X
23
X
24
X
25
X
26
X
27
X
28
Term. Id MSN
91*
30*
X
31
X
32
X
33
X
34
X
35
X
36
X
37
X
38
Term.Id MSN
51*
60*
52
61
53
62
54
63
55
64
56
65
57
66
58
67
59
68
Term. Id MSN
71*
50*
72
51
73
52
74
53
75
54
76
55
77
56
78
57
79
58
Term. Id MSN
61*
40*
62
41
63
42
64
43
65
44
66
45
67
46
68
47
69
48
* Preprogrammed
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4.8/64 kbps speech
Term. Id
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
MSN
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
** 64kbps transmission
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GETTING STARTED
Connecting additional ISDN devices
Linking additional DECT handsets
An ISDN multiport is needed if more than one unit is
to be connected.
See also “Services”.
A call to a fixed net can be made without any prior
programming.
It is, however, advisable to program the Modem Unit
for appropriate reception of incoming calls, internal
calls and devices that can handle more than one
service. See “Routing of incoming calls”.
The programming must be done from a PC connected to the Modem Unit, see "Installing the PC
program".
Up to 12 DECT handsets may be registered with the
base station.
To initate connection of an ISDN device, see "ISDN
MSN configuration".
Example of registering Siemens type Gigaset 2000:
Example of entering MSN no. 30 into Siemens
type Profiset 30:
• Displayed on the phone:
00.00.00 00:00
• Leave handset on, and enter
0
1
1
3
0
on the phone keypad.
01 1 30
MSN number
MSN1 (first no.)
• Finally, pressing
enters
MSN number 30 as MSN1 in the ISDN phone.
The handsets must be programmed with an MSN
number ranging within 01 - 12, see table in “Routing
of incoming calls”.
The programming must be done from a PC connected to the Modem Unit, see "Installing the PC
program”.
To open the WorldCommunicator base station for
linking of a DECT handset, see “DECT MSN configuration”.
• Press
to switch ON the DECT handset.
The message Register? is displayed.
• Press the OK display key on the DECT.
• On the DECT keypad, enter the
WorldCommunicator base station password:
1 2 3 4, which are the first four digits of the owner
password.
(Use new code when the owner password is
changed.)
• Press the OK display key.
• Wait until the message REGISTER is displayed.
Press
on the WorldCommunicator to complete
the registering of the DECT handset.
The handset is now ready for use.
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ADDITIONAL DEVICES CONT’D
Installing the PC program
The vtLite program allows the WorldCommunicator
functions to be operated or configured from a PC,
such as:
• Phone book
• Traffic log
• Precharge
• DECT/ISDN configuration
For an explanation of the functions, see the “User
Guide” accessible on the enclosed CD.
The vtLite program is stored on the enclosed CD
and must be installed on the PC harddisk:
1 Insert the CD :
ISDN
RS-232
USB
PC serial port
The Start Page opens automatically in a few seconds.
(Alternatively, open the Acrobat file “NWC_StartPage” on
the CD. If necessary, install Acrobat Reader by clicking
“ar40eng” in the “SW Installation” folder.)
2 Click “Software Installation” and then “vtLite”.
Allow files to load on to the PC hard drive.
The installation of the program starts
automatically when files have been loaded.
3 Connect the serial cable between the
PC serial port and the RS-232 port on the
WorldCommunicator Modem Unit.
4 Start the vtLite program by clicking
vtLite via Start>Programs>M4.
5 Turn ON the Modem Unit.
If no contact, click Mode>Terminal MMI in
the vtLite window.
If still no contact, restart the Modem Unit.
Nera WorldCommunicator
Click to
open
Device
Manager
>>>>>
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ADDITIONAL DEVICES CONT’D
GETTING STARTED
ISDN MSN configuration
Note ! You are prompted to enter the owner level password (default: 1234567890). See User Guide on CD.
Open device manager, see previous page.
Click to add New ISDN device
1
2
Enter terminal Id (OID/DID)
received from the Net provider.
The correct type of service appears:
• 4.8 kbps standard speech service
• 64 kbps speech service
• 3.1 kHz audio service (64kbps)
• 56 kbps data service (V110)
• 64 kbps data service (UDI)
If required, select another service.
Click to continue.
Check settings when finished.
If required, click Print to open
the Printout Viewer for output
to printer or file.
3
Key in MSN
number if not
using the
recommended
one.
Click to enter
number.
Note! The MSN number must also be programmed into the
ISDN device, see “Connecting additional ISDN devices”.
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Nera WorldCommunicator
GETTING STARTED
DECT MSN configuration
Open device manager, see earlier page.
ADDITIONAL DEVICES CONT’D
Note ! You are prompted to enter the owner level password (default: 1234567890). See User Guide on CD.
Click to register New DECT handset
1
2
Enter terminal Id (OID/DID) received
from the Net provider.
The correct type of service appears:
• 4.8 kbps standard speech
• 64 kbps speech, or
Click to continue.
3
Check settings when finished.
If required, click Print to open
the Printout Viewer for output
to printer or file.
It is advisable to use the proposed
MSN number, and enter the same
number as Handset Id.
Click to
continue.
4
Initiate linking of the handset to
the built-in DECT base station.
To complete the registration,
see “Linking additional DECT
handsets”.
Nera WorldCommunicator
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DISPLAY FUNCTIONS
GETTING STARTED
Overview
MENU:
> Start Search
> Lock Terminal
> Set Default Net.
> Configure DTE
> Information
> Enable diagnostics
> Disable DECT
> Self test
Searching all regions
Set Default Net
> CMC
> BT
etc.
Configure DTE
> Speed
> Format
> Flow control
> Forward id
> Versions
> DECT Basestation
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GETTING STARTED
DISPLAY FUNCTIONS CONT’D
Information
The information function allows checking the various
version numbers of the WorldCommunicator:
MENU
> Information
Enable diagnostics
520
09 : 46
Information
> Forward Id
> Versions
> DECT Basestation
Forward Id
BD98B4
520
09 : 46
Versions
> System version
KDC version
DSP version
Antenna version
Monitor version
System version
QPRG9110053/1.10A
15 Sep 1999
520
09 : 46
KDC version
QPRG9110043/1.50
Procedure:
DECT Basestation
> Software Version
Hardware Revision
Build Date
Basestation Id.
1 Scroll down to Information.
2 For readout, press buttons as
indicated.
520
Software Version
520
09 : 46
Hardware Revision
520
09 : 46
520
09 : 46
Nera WorldCommunicator
520
09 : 46
Antenna version
09 : 46
Monitor version
00.15
520
Basestation Id.
520
DSP version
v0.10.1
520
Build Date
09 : 46
09 : 46
09 : 46
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DISPLAY FUNCTIONS CONT’D
Configure DTE
The RS-232 port is intended for connection of PC
for operation of the WorldCommunicator functions.
The default settings of the port are suitable for
operation of the vtLite program on a PC.
(Speed: 38400 bps. Format: 8 bits, no parity, 1 stop bit. Flow control: none.)
No configuration is needed on the WorldCommunicator.
Remember to set the PC accordingly!
Procedure for other than default settings:
Speed:
1 Scroll down to the Configure DTE function.
2 Pressing “right arrow” opens the
Configure DTE menu.
3 Scroll down to Speed and press “right arrow”
to open the list of bit rates.
4 Scroll down to the required bit rate and press
OK to enter the chosen value.
Format:
1 Scroll down to the Format function and press
“right arrow” to open the list of combinations
(d=number of bits, p=parity, s=stop bit).
GETTING STARTED
MENU
> Configure DTE
Information
670
Configure DTE
> Speed
Format
Flow control
09 : 46
Speed
> 1200bps
2400bps
4800bps
9600bps
19200bps
38400bps
Default
57600bps
115000bps
Format
> d=7, p=none, s=1
d=7, p=e, s=1
d=7, p=o, s=1
d=7, p=m, s=1
d=7, p=s, s=2
d=8, p=none, s=1 Default
d=8, p=e, s=1
d=8, p=o, s=1
d=8, p=m, s=1
d=8, p=s, s=1
d=8, p=none, s=2
d=8, p=e, s=2
d=8, p=o, s=2
d=8, p=m, s=2
2 Scroll down to the required format combination
and press OK to enter the chosen settings.
Flow control:
1 Scroll down to Flow control.
Flow control
Default
> none
rts/cts
xon/xoff transprnt.
xon/xoff stripped
2 Scroll down to the required settings and press OK.
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Nera WorldCommunicator
GETTING STARTED
DISPLAY FUNCTIONS CONT’D
Enabling/disabling the DECT base station
In some cases it may be desirable to turn off the
DECT base station:
• In countries that do not permit the use of the
particular DECT phone frequencies.
• In order to save battery capacity.
The Enable/Disable DECT function switches the
built-in DECT On/Off.
When the base station is off, the DECT handsets
cannot be operated.
Note!
The function is initially used to register the first
DECT handset, see “Linking the first DECT handset to the WorldCommunicator DECT base
station”.
MENU
> Enable DECT
Self Test
520
09:46
Starting DECT
Basestation
520
09:46
Basestation: On
Handsets: 2
Ok to continue
520
09:46
Procedure:
1 Press
on the WorldCommunicator to enter
the MENU, and scroll down to Enable DECT
(or Disable DECT if initially On).
2 Pressing “right arrow” turns On (or Off) the DECT
base station.
3 If enabling the base station, the
WorldCommunicator responds with “On”.
The display also shows how many handsets have
been registered.
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GETTING STARTED
ISDN EFFICIENCY
Cost effective transmission
Because of short transmission time, it is advisable to use ISDN equipment.
The same amount of data takes less time when using ISDN, both for telefax and data transfer.
DATA TRANSMISSION
FAX TRANSMISSION
2500
490
500
Transmission time in seconds
400
350
300
250
164
200
116
150
Transmission time in seconds
64 kbps
450
2000
28.8 kbps
14.4 kbps
1500
1000
500
100
50
16
0
0
64kbps
Group 4 fax
32
14.4kbps
9.6kbps
2.4kbps
Group 3 fax
0.5
1
2
3
File size in Mbyte
4
Nera WorldCommunicator
GETTING STARTED
General
• When used for the first time, charge the battery for
3.5 hours (battery indicator full), then operate the
equipment until the battery is discharged, see also
“EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION > Internal battery”.
• Standby time: approx. 50 hours
• Talk time at 4.8 kbps speech: 4.5 - 9 hours
(depending on coverage signal and number of
devices connected).
• Talk time for other services: 1.5 - 6 hours
• Operating temperature: -25° to +55°C.
• Storage temperature: approx. -50° to +80°C.
• Charge time: approx. 3.5 hours.
• Lowest charge temperature: 0°C.
• A full discharge/charge cycle is recommended
once every 60 days.
• Capacity degradation: 50% loss after 500 discharge/charge cycles.
• Weight: approx. 0.45 kg
• The WorldCommunicator will only accept a
battery approved by Nera. Contact your Nera
agent for a list of approved batteries.
How to conserve battery capacity
•
•
•
•
Disable DECT when not in use, see previous page.
Turn off display light, see User Guide.
Check for good satellite connection.
Use 4.8 kbps speech service instead of 64 kbps.
Nera WorldCommunicator
BATTERY HANDLING
Battery state indicators
Charge check button
Battery state indicators
Four green indicators show the charge level.
When pressing the charge check button for 2 seconds, 1 - 4 indicators will light accordingly:
Rel state of charge
100 - 76%
75 - 51%
50 - 26%
10 - 0%
Shut down
Ind 4
Ind 3
Ind 2
Ind 1
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
BLINKS
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
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MOUNTING FIXED ANTENNA
GETTING STARTED
Outline dimensions
Mounting
Weight: 4.5 kg
(antenna and RF transceiver only)
Adjustment screws
(90 degree range)
521
U-bolt
Pole bracket
521
RF transceiver
Coax connector
Pole (option)
Max dia 120 mm
34
Nera WorldCommunicator
TROUBLESHOOTING
GETTING STARTED
Problem
1. The WorldCommunicator
display does not light up
Probable cause
Action
The Modem Unit is not
turned ON
• Press the
The battery needs
recharging
• If needed, connect the universal adapter for
powering/charging.
The battery is not inserted
properly, or contacts dirty
or damaged
• Check the battery.
2. The access PIN code
appears to be invalid
The code may have been
changed.
• The access Phone PIN is reset to the default
code by logging in as owner:
* + owner’s password
Note! The SIM card can only be unblocked using
a PUK code (Pin Unblock Key). Contact the Net
service provider to obtain the PUK if lost.
3. The WorldCommunicator
cannot find the satellite:
No or weak signals
• Check for correct position of the antenna.
Check that no obstacles block the free sight to
the satellite.
• Be aware that a window glass may reduce the
signal level significantly.
The signal strength indicator should preferably
exceed 420 (4.8 kbps), or 520 (64 kbps).
• Check that the coax cable is connected properly.
• If accessible, try another antenna unit.
4. The WorldCommunicator
functions abnormally:
Faulty or no power
• Turn off power and disconnect power
cable/battery.
• Connect power cable/battery, and switch on
again.
Nera WorldCommunicator
-key for 2 seconds.
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GETTING STARTED
TROUBLESHOOTING CONT’D
Problem
Probable cause
Action
5. Unsuccessful call attempt: The called party is busy
("Subscriber busy" appears
in the display).
• Call the Net service provider. If unsuccessful,
wait for some time and try again.
• The WorldCommunicator is not properly
commissioned. Check with the Net service provider.
6. Problems with telefax:
Incomplete dialing
• Remember to press "#" as last digit before
starting transmission.
Service not commissioned
• See step 5.
System transmission delays
• The OFF-HOOK time should be as long as
possible (e.g. 2 minutes). When the fax machine
is called, ringing time should be set to minimum
(e.g. immediate answer).
• Try a different fax machine. Check that a Group
4 fax is used on the ISDN interface, and Group
3 fax via analog/ISDN adapter.
7. Problems with data
communication:
Wrong PC settings
• Check the PC program settings, and if
necessary extend the timeout intervals.
• Contact the PC applications vendor for help.
8. Routing of calls:
MSN number not entered
properly
• Make sure that the MSN number entered into
the WorldCommunicator with the Device
Manager, is also entered into connected
equipment.
9. Problem with local calls:
Wrong number
• Check that you call the correct MSN number.
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Nera WorldCommunicator
GETTING STARTED
AOR-E Atlantic Ocean Region East.
AOR-W Atlantic Ocean Region West.
Azimuth horizontal direction angle between north and, e.g.
the direction to the satellite.
Bit rate the number of bits transmitted per second (bps).
Bps Bits per second.
CHV2 higher access level on the SIM card, corresponding
to WorldCommunicator "owner" level.
DC Direct Current.
DECT Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication
DID Destination terminal IDentification.
DSP Digital Signal Processor.
DTE Data Terminal Equipment.
Elevation vertical angle to the satellite, i.e. the height of the
satellite above the horizon.
FWD ID forward Id, telephone network identity.
GAN Inmarsat Global Area Network.
IMN Inmarsat Mobile Number, a unique 9-digit number
which identifies each device connected to the WorldCommunicator.
Inmarsat International Maritime Satellite Organisation.
IOR Indian Ocean Region.
IPDS Inmarsat Packet Data Service.
ISDN Integrated Services Digital Network.
ISN Inmarsat Serial Number, individual number assigned to
each WorldCommunicator terminal.
ITU International Telecommunications Union
Kbps Kilobits per second.
LAN Local Area Network.
LES Land Earth Station, a station that interconnects fixed
telecommunications networks with the Inmarsat system;
may also be called a CES (Coast Earth Station) or a GES
(Ground Earth Station).
Nera WorldCommunicator
LIST OF TERMS
M4 Inmarsat Multi-Media Mini-M.
MES Mobile Earth Station, a user terminal for an Inmarsat
system; the WorldCommunicator terminal is an MES for the
Inmarsat M4 system; MES may also be called SES (Ship
Earth Station) or, if on aircraft, AES (Aeronautical Earth
Station).
MSN Multiple Subscriber Number, the extension number
that connected equipment responds to. Also used to allow
internal calls.
NCS Network Coordination Station, station that supervises
all messages and signals sent in the Inmarsat system; one
in each Ocean Region.
OID Originating terminal IDentification.
Ocean Region the coverage area of an Inmarsat satellite
within which the WorldCommunicator may communicate.
PABX Private Automatic Branch Exchange.
PIN Personal Identification Number.
POR Pacific Ocean Region.
PUK Personal Unblocking Key, code that allows unblocking
a SIM card.
RF Radio Frequency.
S/A operator StandAlone operator who maintains connectivity in the event of Network Coordinating Station failure.
SIM Subscriber Identity Module.
SMS Short Message System.
Spot Beam an Ocean Region is divided into sub-regions,
each “spotlighted” by a beam from the region satellite.
Terrestrial Network a fixed telecommunications network,
such as a telephone network or a data network, which
connects to the Inmarsat system at an LES/NCS.
UDI Unrestricted Digital Information.
USB Universal Serial Bus.
UTC Coordinated Universal Time, referenced to Greenwich
Mean Time (GMT).
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TO UNPLUG ANTENNA RF CONNECTOR
GETTING STARTED
The picture below indicates how to position the
frame/hand to easier grab the connector housing.
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Nera WorldCommunicator
Nera SatCom AS
PO Box 91, N-1375 Billingstad, Norway
Tel: +47 67 24 47 00 Fax: +47 67 24 46 21
Web site: http://www.nera.no
e-mail: worldcommunicator@satcom.nera.no
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