Hughes Network Systems ThurayaIP User manual

User Guide
ThurayaIP
Satellite Modem
Revision B
3500175-0001
Copyright 2008 Hughes Network Systems, LLC.
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referred to herein. HUGHES and Hughes Network Systems are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems, LLC. THURAYA
trademark is the sole and exclusive property of Thuraya Satellite Telecommunications Company.

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Safety Information
For your safety and protection, read this entire user manual before
you attempt to use ThurayaIP Satellite Modem. In particular, read this
safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can
refer to if necessary.
Warning Symbols Used in this Manual
This section introduces the various types of warnings used in this
document to alert you to possible safety hazards.
WARNING
Potential radio frequency (RF) hazard. Where you see this
alert symbol and WARNING heading, strictly follow the
warning instructions to avoid injury to eyes or other
personal injury.
WARNING
Where you see this alert symbol and WARNING heading,
strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid personal
injury.
DANGER
Electric shock hazard: Where you see this alert symbol
and DANGER heading, strictly follow the warning
instructions to avoid electric shock injury or death.

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Warnings for THURAYAIP
Do not stand in front of the Antenna.
This device emits radio frequency energy when in the transmit
mode. To avoid injury, do not place head or other body parts
in front of the satellite antenna when system is operational.
Maintain a distance of one meter away from the front of
ThurayaIP’s antenna.
Properly ground the Antenna
Failure to properly ground the optional external antenna may
result in severe personal injury or death. Do not attempt to
ground the optional external antenna unless you have the skills
to do so in accordance with local electrical codes.
Do not operate during Electrical Storms
Operation of ThurayaIP during electrical storms may result in
severe personal injury or death. Disconnect ThurayaIP from
computer and store unit indoors if lightning is anticipated in
the area of operation.
General
Handle your ThurayaIP with care. The enclosure is weather
resistant per IEC 60529 IP55. However, do not submerge the
unit or expose it to severe rainstorms. Avoid exposing your
ThurayaIP to extreme hot or cold temperatures. The operating
temperature range of ThurayaIP is -10ºC to +55ºC. Avoid
placing your ThurayaIP close to cigarettes, open flames or any
source of heat.
Changes or modifications to ThurayaIP not expressly approved
by Hughes Network Systems could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Use a soft damp cloth only to clean your ThurayaIP.
To avoid impaired Modem performance, please ensure your
ThurayaIP’s antenna is not damaged or covered with foreign
material like paint or labelling. This equipment must not be co-
located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
When inserting the SIM, do not bend the SIM or damage the
contacts in any way. When connecting the interface cables,
do not use excessive force.

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In the vicinity of blasting work and in explosive environments
Never use ThurayaIP where blasting work is in progress.
Observe all restrictions and follow any regulations or rules.
Areas with a potentially explosive environment are often, but
not always, clearly marked. Do not use ThurayaIP while at a
petrol filling station. Do not use near fuel or chemicals.
Qualified service
Do not attempt to disassemble your ThurayaIP.ThurayaIP
does not contain consumer-serviceable components. Only
qualified service personnel may install or repair equipment.
Batteries and accessories
Use approved batteries (HNS P/N 3500108-0001) and
accessories only. Use of non-approved accessories may result
in loss of performance, damage to ThurayaIP, fire, electric
shock or injury.
AC Mains power adapter (HNS P/N 3500114-0001) is for indoor
use only. It has an indoor operating temperature range of -
10ºC to +55ºC and provides an output voltage of 12 VDC.
The storage capability of the battery decreases when
operated below 0ºC. If the battery is charged at too high a
temperature, this will be indicated on the LCD display.
Battery Door
To ensure safety, ensure that the battery door is properly
closed and latched at all times during operation. To close the
battery door, hook the battery door tab under the edge of the
large opening in the enclosure near the data connector ports.
Firmly press the battery door into the opening. The seal around
the battery door should snugly fit between the door and the
enclosure with no pinch points visible. Once a good seal has
been made, screw the retaining fastener into the enclosure
until hand tight.
Connecting devices
Never connect incompatible products. When connecting
ThurayaIP to any other device, read the device’s User Manual
for detailed safety instructions.

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Pacemakers
The various brands and models of cardiac pacemakers
available exhibit a wide range of immunity levels to radio
signals. Therefore, people who wear a cardiac pacemaker
and who want to use a Satellite Modem should seek the
advice of their cardiologist. If, as a pacemaker user, you are
still concerned about interaction with ThurayaIP, we suggest
you follow these guidelines:
Maintain a distance of one meter between ThurayaIP
and your pacemaker;
Maintain a distance of one meter away from the front
of ThurayaIP’s antenna;
Refer to your pacemaker product literature for
information on your particular device.
If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking
place, turn off your ThurayaIP immediately!
Hearing aids
Most new models of hearing aids are immune to radio
frequency interference from Satellite Modems that are more
than 2 metres away. Many types of older hearing aids may be
susceptible to interference, making it very difficult to use them
near a Satellite Modem. Should interference be experienced,
maintain additional separation between you and ThurayaIP.
INFORMATION TO USER
Hughes Network Systems, LLC, declares under our sole responsibility that the product Hughes 9103 Satellite IP Terminal
to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards and/or other normative documents: ETSI
EN 301 681 , ETSI EN 300 328, ETSI EN 301 489-1, ETSI EN 301 489-17, ETSI EN 301 489-20, IEC 60950-1. We hereby declare
that all essential radio test suites have been carried out and that the above named product is in conformity to all the
essential requirements of R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Digital Device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordancewith the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Howev er, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

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Contents
SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................ I
WARNING SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL..................................................................I
WARNINGS FOR THURAYA IP......................................................................................... II
CONTENTS..................................................................................................V
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................... 1
FIRST TIME SET-UP ....................................................................................... 1
UNPACKING ..................................................................................................................1
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION.........................................................2
SETTING UP THE MODEM...............................................................................................2
STEP 1: SIM INSERTION..............................................................................................3
STEP 2: POWER CONNECTION AND BATTERY CHARGING.......................................3
STEP 3: OBTAIN INITIAL GPS USING THE ThurayaIP ..............................................3
STEP 4: DATA CONNECTIONS...................................................................................4
STEP 5: POINTING TO THE SATELLITE ..........................................................................4
QUICK REFERENCE..................................................................................... 7
GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM OPERATION .................................................................7
STORED GPS LOCATION ..........................................................................................7
INTEGRATED MAN MACHINE INTERFACE (IMMI).........................................................8
BUTTONS ....................................................................................................................8
IMMI STATUS/MENU DISPLAY SUMMARY.................................................................9
GENERAL NAVIGATION OF THE IMMI......................................................................9
CHANGE RATE ....................................................................................................... 10
IMMI RSSI DISPLAY............................................................................................... 11
IMMI ICONS........................................................................................................... 11
WEB MAN MACHINE INTERFACE (WMMI) SCREENS................................................ 13
HOME SCREEN ....................................................................................................... 13
CONNECTION MANAGEMENT SCREEN................................................................. 15
WLAN CONFIGURATION SCREEN.........................................................................16
PROPERTIES SCREEN............................................................................................... 18
STATISTICS SCREEN ................................................................................................. 19
STATUS SCREEN....................................................................................................... 19
SETTINGS SCREENS.................................................................................................. 21
POINTING SCREEN.................................................................................................. 25
UPGRADING THURAYAIP............................................................................................ 26
UPGRADING SOFTWARE ........................................................................................27

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TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................. 28
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................... 28
STATUS CODES ........................................................................................................... 33
GLOSSARY................................................................................................ 44

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Introduction
Your ThurayaIP is a Satellite Modem that
provides portable, high-speed data
communications via satellite. Using
“Always On” technology, you can remain
connected to the Internet while only
sending or receiving the data that you
need at speeds of up to 444kbits/s, just as
if you were sitting at your office desk.
ThurayaIP works with your computer using
an Ethernet, USB or WiFi connection. While
ThurayaIP operates very similarly to other
data modems that you may be familiar with, there are a few important
operating differences to note. Please read this user manual carefully to
understand all the aspects of operating your ThurayaIP.
First Time Set-Up
This section guides you through the process of setting up and
configuring your ThurayaIP for the first time. The steps presented should
be followed in the order given. When you are finished, your computer
and modem will both be set up and ready to use.
Unpacking
Unpack the modem and accessory box items.
ThurayaIP Satellite Modem
AC Mains Power Adapter and cable (100 – 240V AC)
Universal AC power plug travel adapter
Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery pack
Ethernet cable (do not use cross-over cable)
USB cable
CD ROM
User Manual (this document)
Your Service Provider will supply a Subscriber Identification Module (SIM).

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Software Installation and Configuration
Your PC must support an Ethernet, USB or Wireless LAN interface to
operate with ThurayaIP.
Note: The CD ROM contains USB drivers for Windows 2000, XP, Vista and
MAC OS10.3 and later operating systems. If you intend to use the
ThurayaIP with a USB connection, please insert the CD ROM into the
computer and follow the instructions to install the USB driver. MAC users
will also need to carry out the following steps after the USB driver install
completes:
1) plug in USB cable
2) Select Apple Menu->System Preferences on the MAC
3) Go to "Network"
4) A new network port should then be recognised
Note: You must verify that the proxy server settings in your
browser are disabled. For Microsoft Internet Explorer, select
Tools / Internet Options / Connections / LAN Settings and
uncheck the box labelled ‘Use a proxy server for your LAN’.
For Netscape, go to Advanced Preferences and select
‘Direct connection to the Internet’. When complete please
close your browser.
DO NOT FORGET THAT YOU MAY NEED TO RECHECK THIS BOX
ON RETURN TO YOUR OTHER INTERNET CONNECTION.
Setting Up the Modem
There are five basic steps to getting your Modem up and running:
Step 1: SIM insertion
Step 2: Power Connection and Battery Charging
Step 3: Obtain Initial GPS Fix using the ThurayaIP
Step 4: Data Connections
Step 5: Pointing to the Satellite

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STEP 1: SIM INSERTION
1. Unpack the modem and
accessories. Your service provider
will have provided you with a SIM
card.
2. Insert SIM provided by your Service
Provider into the SIM holder inside
the battery compartment as shown. SIM Insertion Orientation
3. To close the battery door, hook the battery door tab under the
edge of the large opening in the enclosure near the data
connector ports. Firmly press the battery door into the opening. The
seal around the battery door should snugly fit between the door and
the enclosure with no pinch points visible. Once a good seal has
been made, screw the retaining fastener into the enclosure until
hand tight.
STEP 2: POWER CONNECTION AND BATTERY CHARGING
1. The ThurayaIP ships with the battery preinstalled;
however, if needed, install the battery in the
compartment pictured in Step 1.
2. Plug in Power cable and charge the battery for at
least three hours. DC Power Jack
STEP 3: OBTAIN INITIAL GPS USING THE ThurayaIP
1. Put the ThurayaIP outside on a flat surface with a clear view of the
sky away from building, trees and other obstructions.
2. Power up Satellite Modem by pressing the Power button.
3. Once powered up, ThurayaIP will automatically attempt to locate
itself using GPS. This may take up to five minutes. The small GPS
satellite icons on the display (shaded area in the picture below)
show how many GPS satellites are in view at any given time. You
need all three satellite icons to be on solidly to obtain a GPS fix. If
any are missing or flashing then the GPS signal is being blocked.
GPS Satellite Icon Location on Display

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When the GPS icon stops flashing then ThurayaIP has successfully
updated its GPS position.
STEP 4: DATA CONNECTIONS
Connect the ThurayaIP to your PC using
Ethernet or USB. It is also possible to connect
using the wireless LAN facility, but use one of the
wired connections for the first time setup.
Data Connections
ETHERNET
Connect the Ethernet cable to your laptop’s network interface and
insert the other end of the connector into the ThurayaIP.Note: Any
Ethernet cable can be used to connect the laptop and modem as long
as it is less than100 meters in length.
USB
You will first need to install the USB driver from the CD ROM following the
instructions in the Software Installation and Configuration section above.
Next, connect the USB cable to your laptop’s USB interface and insert
the other end of the connector into the ThurayaIP.
USB and Ethernet Data Connection Locations
STEP 5: POINTING TO THE SATELLITE
1. ThurayaIP is controlled through a web browser interface (wMMI). To
activate the wMMI, open the Internet Explorer or Netscape browser
on your laptop. Enter http://192.168.128.100 in the browser URL
address field.
URL address field

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Note: You may want to store this URL in your “Favourites”
folder in your browser.
2. If you have PIN security enabled on your SIM, you will be prompted
to enter your PIN before proceeding.
Note: You must have a valid GPS location for the compass
direction and Antenna Angle to be displayed. If the GPS is
not valid, go back to step 3 and allow ThurayaIP to obtain a
GPS fix.
Home Page Satellite Location Display
3. Look at the wMMI home page display and note the compass
bearings and elevations for both ThurayaIP satellites in the “Satellite
Location” section. The recommended satellite for your location will
be highlighted in green. With the ThurayaIP terminal upside down,
use the integrated compass to determine
the direction of the recommended satellite.
You must be able to obtain a clear view of
the satellite in the sky for the ThurayaIP to
connect to the network. If the
recommended satellite is obstructed from
your location, consider using the alternate
satellite instead. If neither satellite is Compass
Compass Direction
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accessible from your location, you will need to move to a location
that has visibility to at least one of the satellites.
4. Once you have determined the best satellite to use, move the
antenna stand to the correct elevation angle
using the integrated protractor. Recall that the
elevation angle is indicated on the wMMI home
page. With the elevation angle correctly set,
place the ThurayaIP on a flat surface with the
antenna facing in the direction of the satellite as
determined in step 3. Protractor
5. You can optimise the receive signal strength by observing the signal
strength display on the ThurayaIP while slowly rotating the ThurayaIP
a few degrees clockwise and counter clockwise. Find the direction
that maximizes the signal strength. Likewise, slowly raise and lower
the antenna a few degrees and find the elevation that maximizes
the signal strength. This step fine tunes the pointing of the antenna in
the direction of the ThurayaIP satellite.
Receive Signal Strength on the ThurayaIP Display
6. Once the ThurayaIP obtains sufficient signal strength from the
satellite it will automatically connect and establish an IP data
session. Check this on the home page by confirming that the
“Network Status” line shows “Connected”.
Congratulations! Your ThurayaIP is successfully connected. You should
now be able to send and receive data from your laptop to the internet.
Note: If you are unable to successfully connect to the Internet, ensure
that nothing but open sky is between the ThurayaIP and the ThurayaIP
Satellite. If the view is blocked by trees, mountains, buildings, metalized
glass or similar objects then you must relocate ThurayaIP. Additional
assistance can be found in the troubleshooting section of the ThurayaIP
User Manual.
Do not stand in front of the Antenna
ThurayaIP emits radio frequency energy when in the transmit
mode. To avoid injury, do not place head or other body parts
in front of the antenna when system is operational.

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Quick Reference
This section serves as a reference guide, identifying the key operational
aspects of using the ThurayaIP system and the Controls and Indicators
on ThurayaIP and their functions.
Global Positioning System Operation
The ThurayaIP contains an integrated Global Positioning System (GPS)
receiver that is used to provide location information. GPS location
information is required for system access, and the reception of a new
GPS location is attempted automatically every time ThurayaIP is
powered on.
For optimum GPS signal reception, make sure ThurayaIP is positioned in
a roughly horizontal placement. Since GPS receivers must “see” a large
part of the sky without obstructions from buildings, mountains or trees, it
may be necessary to take your ThurayaIP out to a clear space to obtain
a new GPS location. It may be possible to obtain a new GPS location in
a less favourable circumstance, but the time to completion may be
longer.
Once updated, ThurayaIP remembers your location so the unit can be
relocated to a more convenient working area, such as inside a building
by a window facing toward the satellite.
Once you have established a session on ThurayaIP you will not need
another GPS location while you remain connected in the “Always On”
condition. This is convenient if you intend to operate from one location
for an extended period of time since there is no need to move
ThurayaIP to refresh the GPS receiver. Also, your stored GPS location
remains good for a period of time even if you power down and move a
short distance between sessions. When you believe this is the case,
simply skip the GPS location step and complete the ThurayaIP satellite
pointing operation prior to going directly onto the network. Be sure to
carefully point your unit every time it is moved.
STORED GPS LOCATION
The most recent GPS location is stored in ThurayaIP even when powered
down. Upon power up, the ThurayaIP will attempt to update this GPS
location since the Thuraya system will only allow access if your GPS
location is not too old. If ThurayaIP has a valid GPS location then the
GPS icon on the display will go from flashing to solid. Likewise, the web
MMI will indicate if the currently available GPS location is valid or invalid.

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Integrated Man Machine Interface (iMMI)
The ThurayaIP has an Integrated Man Machine Interface (iMMI) which
allows you to control the operational features of the terminal without the
need of a PC or a browser. The iMMI includes buttons labelled with
defining icons, an LCD, and an audible pointing aid integrated into the
ThurayaIP itself.
The figure below shows the layout of the ThurayaIP iMMI.
iMMI Button Locations
BUTTONS
The following table gives you a summary of the four ThurayaIP buttons.
Button Action Result
Power button Short press Backlight on, cancel any menu
operation, return to status menu
Long Press Turn unit on or off
Connect button Short press Toggle audio pointing state
(sound on/off)
Long press Toggle connection state
(connect/disconnect)
Exit pointing mode
Menu button Short press Scroll to next menu item
Long press Start GPS receiv er manually
Modify button Short press Scroll to next option of displayed
menu item when in menu
Long press Toggle WiFi on/off (when not in
menu display)
Modify Menu Power Connect

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IMMI STATUS/MENU DISPLAY SUMMARY
The upper level of the LCD displays status messages and menu items.
Status messages are summarized in the table below.
Display Description
Powering Off Displayed while ThurayaIP is powering down
Fault {code} A hardware fault exists, prev enting operation (see
troubleshooting section for code explanations)
Too Hot A temporary thermal shutdown is about to occur
Battery Hot A temporary thermal shutdown is about to occur
due to battery heating
No SIM No SIM is detected in ThurayaIP
Locked A security code is needed (entered v ia wMMI)
PIN A SIM pin code is needed (entered v ia wMMI)
Pointing In pointing mode
GPS old GPS is older than the system time period allows
Disconnected PDP connection is disconnected, preventing data
transfer
Tx{rate}/Rx{rate} Transmit and Receiv e streaming rates in kilobits per
second
Standard Best efforts quality of serv ice in both directions
GENERAL NAVIGATION OF THE IMMI
You navigate among the options available in the iMMI by utilizing the
Menu and Modify buttons. With the unit in its “normal” state displaying
status indicators, you press the Menu button to view and modify Quality
of Service (QoS) settings and LCD display parameters. Pressing the
Modify button within a Menu option allows you to change the current
setting.
The status display is the default display; after 30 seconds of inactivity, the
display always reverts to the status display. Pressing the Menu button
takes you through a circular list of menu items and then back to the
status display. The two major menu options are the following:
Change Rate: Modify the QoS settings for Transmit and Receive.
LCD Contrast: Modify the contrast on your LCD.

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CHANGE RATE
With the unit in the default status display, press the Menu button. The
Change Rate menu option is then displayed.
Press the Modify button. You are then brought to the first value in the
series of QoS settings.
Change Rate Menu Comment
Standard Selects Background QoS for both the
transmit and receiv e directions
Tx: 384Kbps Selects 384Kbps Tx Streaming QoS
Hidden unless external antenna attached
Tx: 16Kbps Selects 16Kbps Tx Streaming QoS
Tx: 32Kbps Selects 32Kbps Tx Streaming QoS
Tx: 64Kbps Selects 64Kbps Tx Streaming QoS
Tx: 128Kbps Selects 128Kbps Tx Streaming QoS
Tx: 256Kbps Selects 256Kbps Tx Streaming QoS
Hidden unless external antenna attached
Rx: 384Kbps Selects 384Kbps Rx Streaming QoS
Hidden unless external antenna attached
Rx: 16Kbps Selects 16Kbps Rx Streaming QoS
Rx: 32Kbps Selects 32Kbps Rx Streaming QoS
Rx: 64Kbps Selects 64Kbps Rx Streaming QoS
Rx: 128Kbps Selects 128Kbps Rx Streaming QoS
Rx: 256Kbps Selects 256Kbps Rx Streaming QoS
Press the Modify button to scroll down the Standard and Tx QoS
values until you see the setting you want. When you scroll to
each setting, the displayed QoS value blinks, indicating that this
selection is pending. Press the Modify button to move to the next
setting without changing the pre-existing value.
When the list of values is exhausted, press the Modify button to lead
you back to the first value. You can cancel the selection and
transition back to the status display via a short press of the Power
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When you have found the value you want, press the Menu button.
This action selects the new rate. Once you select the rate, you
are transitioned to the Rx set of values unless you selected
“Standard” in which case you will exit rate selection.
Navigation through and selection of the Rx values is the same as for
the Tx values. Use the Modify button to scroll through the list in a
circular manner, with cancellation achieved via the short press
of the Power button. Pressing the Menu button selects and stores
the new Rx rate, and you will then exit rate selection.
When you select a new QoS, the old PDP context is deactivated
and a new PDP context is activated with the new rate selection.
If the rate selection did not change as a result of the selection,
then no PDP context change occurs.
IMMI RSSI DISPLAY
The lower row of the LCD is dedicated to RSSI (signal strength)
information. This is used to monitor incoming signal strength from the
Thuraya satellite and permit pointing or re-pointing to occur at any time
during operation. The display provides both a graphical and digital
indication of the signal strength.
The digital RSSI indication consists of a value between zero and 99. The
graphical RSSI indication is a 50-element bar graph of the RSSI.
The RSSI display updates rapidly for at least five minutes after a satellite
signal has been acquired or reacquired. After that acquisition, the RSSI
display may be updated less rapidly to conserve power if the modem is
running on battery. Hint: If the rate is reduced to save power, the rapid
RSSI update mode can be re-enabled for 5 minutes if you short press the
Modify button while the status display is present.
Audible Pointing Indicator
An audible pointing indicator provides an audible representation of the
signal strength during antenna pointing. When on, the indicator emits
pointing tones that increase in tempo as the pitch increases. If the
satellite is not found, one tone is followed by a pause. The indicator
always defaults to off when the unit powers on. Use a short press of the
Connect button to toggle the audio pointing indicator on and off.
IMMI ICONS
Battery Icon

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The battery icon displays the estimated life of the battery while
under battery power. The battery icon also displays the charging
state while under external power.
Power Icon
The power icon displays the state of the external power input.
On if external power is connected.
Off if external power is disconnected.
GPS Icon
The GPS icon indicates the state of the GPS information in
the ThurayaIP, specifically whether the information is up-to-
date or should be refreshed.
The icon flashes when the stored GPS information is older than the
GPS validity period.
The icon is on steady when the stored GPS information is within the
GPS validity period.
Satellite Icons
The satellite icons, located next to the GPS icon,
indicate the status of the GPS receiver in the ThurayaIP
and the number of visible satellites.
The icons are off when the GPS receiver is off.
The icons are active when the GPS receiver is on, either flashing or
steady state. The number of icons in steady state indicates the
number of GPS satellites in view. You will need all three on solidly
to acquire a new GPS location.
Wireless LAN Icon
The wireless LAN icon displays the state of the WLAN feature.
Off if Wireless LAN operation is turned off.
On if Wireless LAN is on.
Wireless LAN Lock Icon
The lock icon displays the state of encryption for the WLAN
feature. It is displayed only if the Wireless LAN is on and WLAN
encryption is turned on.
Globe ICON
The globe icon displays the state of IP connection over the
satellite.