Globalstar 9600 User manual

Globalstar 9600
User Guide for Mac

Globalstar 9600 User Guide for Mac
This guide is based on the production version of the Globalstar Sat-Fi and Sat-Fi Apps.
Software changes may have occurred after this printing.
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Globalstar 9600 User Guide for Mac
Table of Contents
1. WELCOME.............................................................................................................................................1
2. INSTALLING THE SAT-FI APP.............................................................................................................1
3. ACTIVATING THE SAT-FI APPS...........................................................................................................6
SAT-FI DATA ACCESS VOUCHERS .............................................................................................................6
NEW SAT-FI ACCOUNT..............................................................................................................................6
EXISTING SAT-FI ACCOUNT.......................................................................................................................8
4. CONNECTING TO THE SAT-FI HOTSPOT........................................................................................10
5. CONFIGURING THE SAT-FI NETWORK CONNECTION SETTINGS...............................................11
6. COMPOSING & SENDING EMAIL......................................................................................................13
7. RECEIVING EMAIL..............................................................................................................................17
8. INCREASING/DECREASING EMAIL LIMIT SIZE...............................................................................18
9. SOCIAL MEDIA....................................................................................................................................20
FACEBOOK .............................................................................................................................................20
Setting Up Your Facebook Post-By-Email Address.......................................................................20
Configuring Sat-Fi for Facebook ....................................................................................................24
Sending a Facebook Post..............................................................................................................25
10. WEB BROWSING WITH COMPRESSION..........................................................................................27
CONFIGURING SAT-FI FOR WEB BROWSING............................................................................................27
WEB BROWSING.....................................................................................................................................29

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1. WELCOME
Today’s wireless devices provide more options for staying in touch with friends and family than ever
before. Unfortunately, they are dependent on wireless networks. Now you can take your computer
beyond wireless the world’s smallest satellite hotspot.
Easily send and receive email via Wi-Fi enabled computer
Conveniently use existing device contacts via the Sat-Fi App
Fastest data speeds in the industry for sending and receiving
email
Designed for both vehicle/vessel-based and fixed locations
Connect up to 8 users to Sat-Fi at one time
Powered by the world’s newest, most modern satellite network
Globalstar 9600 turns your computer into a satellite enabled device.
1. Download and install Sat-Fi for Windows to your computer
2. Connect your computer to the Sat-Fi via a Wi-Fi connection.
3. Sat-Fi links your computer to the Globalstar Satellite Network.
4. Your computer is now a connected for email and data.

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2. HARDWARE INSTALLATION &SETUP
GSP-1700 Hardware Installation/Connection
Perform the following to connect your Globalstar 9600 system:
Step 1 Connect the supplied GDK-1700 Data Cable to the Globalstar GSP1700 to the Globalstar
9600 USB port using the supplied GDK-1700 Data Cable.
Step 2 Connect the GDK-1700 Data Cable to the Globalstar 9600 USB port.
Setup
Perform the following to setup your Globalstar 9600 system:
Step 1 Use your Globalstar GSP-1700 outdoors with a clear view of the sky and horizon (No
obstructions, i.e. buildings, large trees).
Step 2 Place the Globalstar GSP-1700 on its side and fully extend the antenna, pointing towards
the sky.
Step 3 Turn on your Globalstar GSP-1700 by pressing and holding .
Step 4 Wait about 30 seconds and check your screen for service bars and a
Red House . When you see these two icons on the screen your Globalstar GSP-
1700 is registered with the Globalstar Satellite network.
Step 5 On the Globalstar 9600, turn the Power Switch to On.
Step 6 Your Globalstar 9600 is now ready to send/receive email and data.

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Globalstar 9600 LED Indicators
The LED on the top of the Globalstar 9600 provides a visual indicator of the Globalstar 9600 status:
Booting
oFlashing Green LED
oSolid Blue LED
ON
oSolid Green LED
oSolid Blue LED
Transmitting
oQuick Flashing Blue LED –Wi-Fi
Charging
oSolid Red LED
oSolid Blue LED
Low Battery
oFlashing Blue LED
Firmware Update
oFlashing Green LED
oSolid Blue LED
OFF
oNo LED

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Charging the Globalstar 9600
The Globalstar 9600 has an internal rechargeable battery with the following characteristics:
4- hours use
36-hours standby
Use the supplied AC Power Adapter to charge the Globalstar 9600.
Additional Features
Reset
To reset the Globalstar 9600 to factory default perform the following:
Step 1 With the Globalstar 9600 powered on, use a pin to
press and hold the Reset button (about 8 seconds)
unitl the LEDs turn off.
Step 2 Release the button and wait for the Globalstar 9600
to reboot. The Globalstar 9600 will reset to its
factory default settings:
LAN/WAN Port
The LAN/WAN port is used to connect the Globalstar 9600 to a local
PC via Cat-5 (network) cable.

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3. INSTALLING THE SAT-FI APP
You will be able to send and receive email and data via the Sat-Fi App. The Sat-Fi App can be found on
the Globalstar Sat-Fi Support Page.
Perform the following to download and install the Sat-Fi App for Mac:
Step 1 On a Mac computer connected to the Internet, proceed to the Globalstar Sat-Fi support
Page and download the Sat-Fi App for Mac.
Step 2 Install the Sat-Fi App for Mac on your Mac computer.

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4. ACTIVATING THE SAT-FI APPS
Sat-Fi Data Access Vouchers
You must have a Data Access Voucher to send and receive email & data via the Sat-Fi App.
Your Sat-Fi Data Access Voucher was issued to you at the time of purchase from the dealer
New Sat-Fi Account
You must have a connection to the Internet to activate your Sat-Fi App for Mac. Perform the following to
activate the Sat-Fi App for Mac:
Step 1 Open the Sat-Fi App for Mac and an Activation
Wizard screen will be displayed. Select New
Account Using Activation Code and click on
Next>.
Step 2 A How do you want to connect to the Internet
screen will be displayed asking you “How do
you want to connect to the Internet?” Perform
the following:
Click on the Connection Method drop-down
arrow and select Network Connection
Click on Next>

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Step 3 A Registration Notice screen will be displayed.
Perform the following:
Click on the I have read and agree to the
license term and conditions checkbox
Click on OK
Step 4 An Activation Form screen will be displayed.
Perform the following:
In the Activation Code field, enter your Sat-Fi
Data Access Voucher Number
In the Name field, enter your first and last name
In the Contact Email field, enter your contact
email address
In the Preferred User Id field, enter the
username you would like to login with
(username must be between 3 and 16
characters)
In the Alternate User Id field, enter another
username just in case your preferred choice has been taken (username must be
between 3 and 16 characters)
In the Account Password field, enter the password you would like to login with
(password must be between 6 and 16 characters)
Click on Activate
Step 5 A Your activation has succeeded message will be displayed with the following information:
Your email address (example: jsm[email protected])
Your username (example: jsmith)
Your password (example: Gl0bal*)
Additionally, you will receive an email (delivered to your contact email address) with this
product registration information.
Step 6 Click on OK.