Beam RST100 Operating manual

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Remote Satellite Terminal
RST100
User and Installation
Manual
Beam Communications Pty Ltd

RST100 USER &INSTALLATION MANUAL
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Remote Satellite Terminal
RST00
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: RST100 User & Installation Manual
Manual revision: 3.0
Part Number: USRMAN000203
Release date: Feb 2007

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Contents
CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................................................. 3
SAFETY INFORMATION....................................................................................................................................... 5
WELCOME ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
CONVENTIONS IN THIS MANUAL............................................................................................................................. 7
ABOUT BEAM COMMUNICATIONS.................................................................................................................. 8
WHAT IS THE RST100?........................................................................................................................................ 9
RST100 OVERVIEW............................................................................................................................................. 10
The Front Panel ............................................................................................................................................. 10
The Rear Panel.............................................................................................................................................. 10
The RST100 Status Indicators.................................................................................................................... 11
Display Status Indicators.............................................................................................................................. 11
PACKAGE CONTENTS....................................................................................................................................... 13
THE RST100 PACKAGE CONTAINS:.................................................................................................................... 13
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES..................................................................................................................................... 13
GETTING STARTED............................................................................................................................................ 14
WHAT IS A SIM CARD?........................................................................................................................................ 14
SIM CARD PROTECTION...................................................................................................................................... 14
INSTALLING/REMOVING THE SIM CARD.............................................................................................................. 14
PIN DETAILS......................................................................................................................................................... 16
INSTALLING RST100.......................................................................................................................................... 17
MOUNTING THE RST100..................................................................................................................................... 17
Mounting methods......................................................................................................................................... 18
CONNECTING THE AC POWER CABLE ................................................................................................................ 19
CONNECTING THE DC POWER CABLE................................................................................................................ 19
CONNECTING THE HANDSETS.............................................................................................................................. 20
Connecting the POTS/RJ 11 Handsets..................................................................................................... 20
Connecting an Intelligent RST970 Handset ( Optional Item )............................................................... 20
CONNECTING THE LAPTOP................................................................................................................................... 21
CONNECTING TO THE LOG PORT......................................................................................................................... 21
CONNECTING THE ANTENNA CABLE.................................................................................................................... 22
INSTALLING THE ANTENNA............................................................................................................................ 23
PLANNING THE ANTENNA INSTALLATION............................................................................................................. 23
INSTALLATION OPTIONS....................................................................................................................................... 24
USING THE RJ-11 SOCKET.............................................................................................................................. 25
RJ11 /POTS EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................................. 26
VOICEMAIL ............................................................................................................................................................ 27
SHORT MESSAGE SERVICE –SMS .................................................................................................................... 27
FACSIMILE SUPPORT............................................................................................................................................ 27
USE OF THE RST100 WITH A PABX................................................................................................................... 27
CONFIGURING THE RJ11 PORT PARAMETERS........................................................................................ 28
CONFIGURING SMS-POTS FEATURE........................................................................................................... 29
CONNECTING AN SMS-POTS HANDSET ............................................................................................................ 29
CONFIGURING THE RST100 FOR SMS-POTS.................................................................................................. 29
DATA SETTINGS AUTO ANSWER.................................................................................................................. 30
Data Terminal settings for auto-answering an incoming data call........................................................ 30

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REMOTE CONFIGURATION.............................................................................................................................. 31
EXPLANATION ....................................................................................................................................................... 32
INTELLIGENT HANDSET USE.......................................................................................................................... 33
INTELLIGENT HANDSET USE (OPTIONAL)RST970............................................................................................ 33
Connecting an Intelligent Handset.............................................................................................................. 33
IN-VEHICLE HANDS FREE KIT (OPTIONAL)................................................................................................ 34
Installation of In-vehicle Hands-free........................................................................................................... 34
SPECIFICATION SUMMARY............................................................................................................................. 35
RS232 SPECIFICATION...................................................................................................................................... 36
PHYSICAL CONNECTION....................................................................................................................................... 36
RS232 PORT SIGNAL SUPPORT AND HANDSHAKING........................................................................................ 36
RS232 PORT ELECTRICAL PARAMETERS .......................................................................................................... 37
ANTENNA INSTALLATION GUIDES............................................................................................................... 38
EXAMPLES............................................................................................................................................................. 38
Maritime Installations .................................................................................................................................... 38
Fixed Building Installations .......................................................................................................................... 38
Mobile / Transport Installations................................................................................................................... 39
Heavy Machinery Installations..................................................................................................................... 39
INSTALLING ANTENNA CABLES............................................................................................................................ 39
PROTECTING THE ANTENNA FROM LIGHTNING................................................................................................... 40
ASSURING QUALITY OF IRIDIUM SERVICE................................................................................................ 41
OBSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................................................................... 41
CABLING................................................................................................................................................................ 41
RF INTERFERENCE............................................................................................................................................... 42
SYMPTOMS OF RF INTERFERENCE ..................................................................................................................... 42
MITIGATION OF RF INTERFERENCE..................................................................................................................... 42
TROUBLESHOOTING THE RST-100............................................................................................................... 44

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Safety Information
Note:
Read the following information before installing and using the BEAM
RST100.
Your RST100 is a low power radio transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives
and sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
The design of your RST100 system complies with international safety standards.
Refer to the appropriate section of the RST100 User Manual for additional relevant
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.”

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Welcome
Welcome to the Beam RST100, the intelligent remote satellite terminal.
This Installation and User manual contains all the information you need to install and
configure the Beam RST100 and discover the advantages of Beam Communications
and Iridium Network technology.
The RST100 User and Installation Manual is for new and experienced users of
wireless network systems.
Note:
The SMS_POTS Functionality is only available on RST100
terminals with the following serial number type :
Serial Numbers 100AXXXX “ The serial number must
contain an “A” to support the SMS-POTS Functionality.

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Conventions in this Manual
Warnings, cautions and notes appear throughout this manual. They 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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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’s 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.beamcomm.net
Info: [e-mail]
Support: [email protected]
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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What is the RST100?
The RST100 is a Remote Satellite Terminal designed to provide a reliable and cost
effective telephone or data service connection when a wired connection is not
available. It does this by providing a standard interface to the Iridium network — a
satellite-based, wireless communications network that enables remote
communication. The RST100 allows the connection of standard telephone handsets
and other telecommunications devices.
The RST100 uses the Iridium L-Band transceiver to gain access to the Iridium
network and make available the ability to communicate almost anywhere in the world.
The RST100 emulates the functionality of the Public Switched Telephone Network
(PSTN). It includes two wire voice connections, a Hayes compatible modem,
providing a serial socket for a computer, a socket for the connection of a plug-pack
type mains power supply and a connection to an external antenna.
The RST100 provides a serial control interface and audio input and outputs by way of
the transceiver’s control and connection interface.
The RST100 from Beam Communications brings you all the convenience and ease
of use of a normal wired telephone anywhere in the world using the Iridium Satellite
phone system. It also brings you a data connection and SMS access without having
to buy a modem. It is all included in the RST100.

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RST100 Overview
The Front Panel
Figure 1 - The RST100 front panel
Status LEDS
1. Power
2. Voicemail waiting*
3. SMS waiting
4. Call status
5. Signal strength
* Subject to network availability
The Rear Panel
Figure 2 - The RST100 rear panel
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