Beam RST825 SatRADIO Operating manual

Portable Satellite and Radio
Communications System
RST825 SatRADIO
Beam Communications Pty. Ltd.

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User and Installation Manual
SatRADIO
RST825
User and Installation
Manual
Version 3
Beam Communications Pty Ltd
8 Anzed Court, Mulgrave,
Victoria, 3170, AUSTRALIA
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. Beam reserves the right to change specifications
at any time without notice.
Copyright © 2007 Beam Communications Pty Ltd. All rights reserved
Product name: RST825 User ManualManual revision: 04Part Number: USRMAN002704Release date: February 2011

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Package Contents
The RST825 package contents
1 x Rugged Case enclosure
1 x RST820 unit – including Iridium transceiver (internal)
1 x UHF or VHF Radio (internal)
1 x RST825 power management and interfacing module (internal)
1 x Li-Ion battery bank 210Whr (internal)
1 x Universal plug-pack power adapter, 110-240V AC (internal)
1 x RST970 Iridium DPL Handset with curly cord
1 x Radio Handset with curly cord
1 x RST915 magnetic-mount Iridium antenna with 5m cable
1 x 110V/240V IEC AC power lead
1 x DC power cable
1 x Hex-Wrench for SIM cover
1 x Printed user manual
1 x Printed Iridium Antenna Guide
Optional Accessories
RST910 Iridium Helix Antenna
RST920 Iridium Bolt-mount Patch Antenna
UHF / VHF Antenna / cables
various Antenna cable lengths
Iridium Antenna Tripod
See your Service Provider for pricing and availability of these optional accessories.

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User information

Please record your serial number here for future reference:
Model: BEAM RST825
Serial no.: 
This number can be copied from the white shipping label on the RST825 box
Eg. 100A2800
The following PIN codes may be required to use your RST825, please complete these
details for future reference.
PIN Name Function Symptom Your PIN
SIM PIN
Supplied by
your Service
Provider
Unlocks
SIM card to
enable calls
to be made
Signal LED
flashes
Red

PUK
Supplied by
your Service
Provider
Unlocks a
locked SIM
card
Signal LED
flashes
Red 
User PIN
Supplied
here
Allows
access to
user menu
of RST825
via log port
Enter PIN
on console
9 8 7 6
Default setting
Supervisor
PIN
Supplied
here
Allows
access to
supervisor
menu of
RST825
via log port
Enter PIN
on console
3 1 7 0
Default setting
SIM PIN Note: The SIM PIN prompt on power-up can be disabled, so it
does not need to be entered each time. This is changed in the DPL
Handset menu, under “Security Settings/Require SIM PIN”.

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Contents
PACKAGE CONTENTS.......................................................................................................................... 3
THE RST825 PACKAGE CONTENTS ......................................................................................................... 3
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES........................................................................................................................ 3
USER INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................ 4
SAFETY INFORMATION........................................................................................................................ 6
ABOUT BEAM COMMUNICATIONS ..................................................................................................... 8
ABOUT YOUR RST825 SATRADIO......................................................................................................... 9
USING RST825 SATRADIO................................................................................................................. 10
GETTING STARTED............................................................................................................................. 11
RST825 CONNECTOR OVERVIEW..................................................................................................... 12
RST825 OPERATION........................................................................................................................... 13
SYSTEM POWER UP.............................................................................................................................. 13
OPERATING THE TWO-WAY RADIO........................................................................................................ 13
OPERATING THE SATELLITE MODULE..................................................................................................... 13
USING SATELLITE HANDSET MODE........................................................................................................ 14
HANDSET MODE TRANSFERRED TO RADIO MODE (FOR CALLS INITIATED OR ANSWERED ON THE INTELLIGENT
HANDSET)............................................................................................................................................ 14
USING A RADIO HANDSET –DTMF MODEL............................................................................................ 15
MAKING A CALL .................................................................................................................................... 15
ACCESSING SPEED DIALS FORM RADIO HANDSET.................................................................................. 16
ANSWERING A CALL.............................................................................................................................. 16
VOX OPERATION –UNDERSTANDING THE OPERATION............................................................................ 18
LED STATUS ....................................................................................................................................... 18
INSTALLING THE ANTENNA -REFER TO SEPARATE GUIDE......................................................................... 19
INTELLIGENT HANDSET......................................................................................................................... 19
DATA COMMUNICATIONS.................................................................................................................. 20
RS232 SPECIFICATION......................................................................................................................... 20
PHYSICAL CONNECTION........................................................................................................................ 20
INTERNAL RS232 PORT SIGNAL SUPPORT AND HANDSHAKING............................................................... 21
RS232 PORT ELECTRICAL PARAMETERS .............................................................................................. 21
TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................................................................... 22
CONFIGURATION – TECHNICAL NOTES.......................................................................................... 24
SRM9000 2 WAY RADIO PROGRAMMING........................................................................................ 25
SPECIFICATION SUMMARY............................................................................................................... 25
BEAM WARRANTY CONDITIONS ........................................................................................................... 27
APPENDIX: SRM9000 2 WAY RADIO OPERATOR CARD................................................................ 28

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Safety Information
IMPORTANT! Please read the following information carefully before
installing and using this BEAM equipment. Failing to follow instructions may
compromise the safety of the product and may result in personal injury
and/or equipment damage. Please consult your supplier if you have any
further questions.
Your RST825 is a low power radio transmitter and receiver, when ON, it receives and sends
out radio frequency (RF) signals.
The design of your RST825 system complies with international safety standards.
Refer to the appropriate section of this RST825 Installation & User Manual for additional
safety information.
Warning:
Do not open equipment. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
If a DC power supply is to be used, its output must comply with the Safety
Extra Low Voltage (SELV) requirements of IEC60950.
All connectors except the Line and Accessory sockets must only be connected
to equipment ports which comply with the Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV)
requirements of IEC60950.
Conventions in this Manual
Warnings, cautions and notes appear throughout this manual and are represented by
following conventions:
Warning: This symbol and associated text indicate a warning note
providing information to prevent personal injury or damage to
equipment.
Note: This symbol and associated text indicate a note providing
general operating information.
Interference: All wireless phones may get interference, which could
affect performance.
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Record: Write details of your unit for easy reference when required.
Ideal for troubleshooting.

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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.
•International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1996
•Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker (VDE) DIN-0848
•United States Federal Commission, Radio Frequency Exposure Guidelines
(1996)
•National Radiological Protection Board of the United Kingdom, GS 11, 1988
•American National Standards Institute (ANSI) IEEE. C95. 1-1992
These standards are based on extensive scientific review. For example, over 120 scientists,
engineers, and physicians from universities, government health agencies, and industry
reviewed the available body of research to develop the updated ANSI standard.
Your RST825 utilises the Iridium L-Band satellite Transceiver, which is a low power radio
transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives and sends out radio frequency (RF)
signals.
The SatRADIO Portable system contains a Li-Ion battery unit with high energy density. Do
not disassemble, puncture, throw, drop, crush, bend, or modify this battery unit. Do not
charge the battery while on an airplane.
Store the system in a cool and dry area.
It is important to monitor the heat inside the unit in the event that the case lid is closed during
operation.
Do not obstruct the main panel vent holes, or to the rear of the panel, as this may cause
overheating.
Do not submerge the system in water.
Do not place foreign metal objects or debris in the system. If debris falls into the system,
please return to factory for service.
Warning:
Do not open equipment. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
If a DC power supply is to be used, its output must comply with the Safety
Extra Low Voltage (SELV) requirements of IEC60950.
All connectors except the Line and Accessory sockets must only be connected
to equipment ports which comply with the Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV)
requirements of IEC60950.

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About BEAM Communications
BEAM Communications, is an authorised manufacturer of Iridium Satellite products.
BEAM develops subscriber products that utilise the Iridium satellite network of Low Earth
Orbit satellites, known as LEOs. The Iridium network is extensively used around the world by
commercial enterprises and defence agencies.
BEAM products address the needs of individuals, communities, government agencies and
the corporate sector, providing voice and data access without the need for traditional wire-
line or mobile phone infrastructure.
As the Iridium satellite network is global, BEAM products address global markets, across the
spectrum of rural and remote users, including households, motor vehicles, telemetry,
maritime and emergency services.
BEAM Communications Pty Ltd
8 Anzed Court, Mulgrave,
Victoria, 3170, AUSTRALIA
Web: www.beamcommunications.com
Info: [e-mail]
Support: [e-mail]
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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About your RST825 SatRADIO
The RST825 is a Portable Radio over Satellite system providing standalone battery-backed
communications for connecting a radio network to a base station or phone call party over the
Iridium network.
The RST825 extends your existing Radio network using an Iridium satellite link with an easy-
to-deploy portable solution in a self-contained rugged carry case.
The RST825 SatRADIO works by becoming another participant in your local radio net, with
the other end of the satellite connection anywhere in the world: your central base, or another
remote radio net.
The SatRADIO provides useful features such as field radio-handheld dialling (via DTMF
tones) and sends acknowledgement tones back over the radio to indicate current state. It
can be set up to operate in a number of ways best suited to your situation, such as auto-dial
which automatically re-establishes the Satellite link if the phone call drops out. The system
can also provide the ability to auto answer any incoming call.
The SatRADIO can be incorporated into any suitable two-way radio system, and is
configured from customer order for VHF or UHF, with P25 digital if required.
The RST825 SatRADIO case is designed to meet the requirements for hand luggage on
commercial aircraft and is equipped with an internal 210WattHr Li-Ion battery, which provides
50 hours (minimum) of talk time in the absence of DC input power.
The system can be powered and charged from either 110/240VAC or 10 to 32VDC sources.
It also provides a data connection and Satellite SMS access.
The complete RST825 provides total peace of mind, flexibility and a rapid deployment
solution for government, military, and emergency service applications.

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Using RST825 SatRADIO
The RST825 is a fully self contained standalone portable Radio over Iridium Satellite system
in a rugged carry case. It has its own battery supply for over 50 hours operation, with
external power input for longer term use. The carry case is a quick deployment solution with
all that is required contained within the case.
The RST825 is software configurable to operate in a number of ways to best suit your
situation. Most relates to how the satellite call is initiated.
•Auto-answer. Regardless of any locally initiated call out operation, the SatRADIO
can be setup to auto-answer an incoming call. Once answered the remote caller
participates in the local radio net.
•Manual-answer. An incoming satellite call causes an intermittent ring tone to be
transmitted out to the local radio group. Any member of the local group can answer
the call by sending a DTMF-0.
•Auto-dial last number. When the SatRADIO and the radio are both on, the unit will
immediately try to call the last number that was dialed on the Iridium handset. This
mode is most useful for emergency services where a quick and easy method of
connecting the local net to central command is required. If the call ever drops out,
the SatRADIO will attempt to redial the number again.
•Auto-dial fixed number. In cases where only one remote number is ever to be called,
instead of calling the last dialed number, the unit can always dial a user-preset
number.
•Manual-dial. Any member of the local group can request a satellite call using DTMF
dialing on the radio handset. A user PIN entry (default 9876) is required prior to the
phone number entry to add security. A manual call can be hung-up either at the
remote end, or by sending DTMF-0.
•Manual-quick-dial. Similar to manual dial, except that a quick dial number is called
instead of the full phone number. 10 quick dial numbers are available and are called
by using the sequence PIN 0->9,*, to select the number.
•Handset Call. When auto-dial switch is off, or Radio is Off, the Iridium handset can
be used to make a satellite call. Audio is routed to the handset rather than the radio
channel.
The SatRADIO always give priority to the local group communications. If a local user is
transmitting at the time, even if the remote person speaks, the SatRADIO will not key up the
transmitter till the local person stops transmitting.