Inmarsat GSPSCM2 Satellite Radio Module for Inmarsat GMR2+ network User Manual antenna installation

Inmarsat Limited Satellite Radio Module for Inmarsat GMR2+ network antenna installation

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20732 Lassen Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311Phone: (818) 993-3842 Fax: (818) 993-4525 IsatPhone Pro External Antenna KitAntenna Model Number: AT1595-90 User Manual Rev HistoryRev Changes1•First version. 2•Changed cover art picture•Change order of assembly in sec 4.6•Added sec 4.8 alternative mounting options•Added sec 4.9 bind long cables together© 2012 AeroAntenna Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved.AeroAntenna Technology, Inc.
AT1595-90 Inmarsat Ground Vehicle Antenna User Manual Rev 2 26 July 2012 1 IntroductionThe External Antenna (AT1595-90) is an accessory designed for use with the IsatPhone Pro on land vehicles. The antenna is sold as part of a kit (see 3 Antenna Kit Contents for detailed contents). When the IsatPhone Pro is connected to the antenna it is possible for a user to maintain a link to the satellite while making calls in a moving or stationary land vehicle.2 Important Safety Information About Exposure to RF SignalsThe AT1595-90 is an accessory antenna to the IsatPhone Pro handset. The IsatPhone Pro is a radio transmitter and receiver; when turned on, it emits low levels of radio frequency energy. Refer to the IsatPhone Pro User Manual for more information on potential radio frequency hazards.3 Antenna Kit Contents4 Connecting Your Antenna4.1 Connect cable to antennaConnect both cables to the antenna. Use the supplied wrench to ensure a good connection.4.2 Place antenna on roof of vehicleFor best results the antenna should be positioned on a flat portion of the roof of the car where it will have a clear, unobstructed view of the sky in all directions. Further, for optimal performance the antenna should be placed away from the edge of the roof and towards the center..page 2 of 4 © 2011 AeroAntenna Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
4.3 Route cables into vehicleThe cables can now be routed into the vehicle. In many vehicles, the door seals are sufficiently pliable that they will not damage the cables when the door is closed.4.4 Affix RF cables to clip with cable tieFor added cable strain relief, use the provided cable tie to firmly secure the short RF cables on the clip adapter to the clip adapter body.4.5 Connect 1.5m RF cables to clip adapterWhen connecting cables to the clip adapter, care needs to be taken to connect to the correct ports: match the cable connected to the GPS port on the antenna to the GPS port on the clip. And likewise, match the cable connected to the ISAT port on the antenna to the ISAT port on the clip. If the cables are inadvertently cross-matched, there will be no signal bars on the phone when it is powered up. Check that the cables match the antenna and clip ports end-to-end. 4.6 Insert phone into clip © 2011 AeroAntenna Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved. page 3 of 4Insert the phone into the clip as follows:1. Open rear connec-tor access panel (see figure below)2. Snap bottom of handset into clip adapter3. Engage connectors into the handset and clip adapter to handset
AT1595-90 Inmarsat Ground Vehicle Antenna User Manual Rev 2 26 July 2012 4.7 Suction cup mountA suction cup mount is included in the kit for use with the clip adapter. The suction cup can be moun-ted to a window and will hold the phone securely for hands-free communi-cation and while char-ging via the car charger (not included).1. Insert rectangular tabs on suction cup mount into clip adapter2. Slide tabs up to lock into place4.8 Alternative mounting optionsThe clip adapter also has 4 mounting holes in a standard AMPS pattern (30mm×38 mm center to center hole pattern) for use with other mounts. As a precaution, verify printed dimensions before drilling.page 4 of 4 © 2011 AeroAntenna Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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