Iridium 9555 User manual

2. Charge the Phone and Power On
• Plug the power adapter into the port on the left side of the phone.
• The battery symbol on the LCD display flashes while charging. When fully
charged, the battery symbol will go solid.
• Turn the phone on by pressing and holding the On/Off button on the top
of the phone for 5 seconds.
• If prompted for a SIM PIN, enter the four to eight digit SIM card PIN code
provided by your service provider and press OK to proceed. The default
SIM PIN is 1111 and may be modified. Pressing the incorrect code multiple
times will lock the phone, requiring an unlock code.
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1. On/Off Button
2. Earpiece
3. Status Indicator LED
4. Display
5. Volume Keys
6. Convenience Key
7. 2-way Navi-key
8. Left Soft Key
9. Right Soft Key
10. Green Key
11. Red Key
12. Headset Jack
13. DC Power
14. USB Port
15. Keypad
16. Microphone
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Quick Start Guide
Iridium 9555 Satellite Phone
3. Set up Voicemail
• From the main menu, select ‘Voicemail,’ ‘Voicemail Settings’ and finally ‘Number.’
• Enter [phone] then select ‘Save’ by pressing the left soft key. To enter
the + sign, press and hold 0 key.
• To place a voicemail set-up call, go to an outdoor area with a clear view of the
sky, extend the antenna, and select ‘Voicemail’ from the main menu and then
‘Call Voicemail.’ Ensure that the antenna is articulated left or right so it is
pointing up during the phone call for optimal use.
• When prompted, enter your Iridium phone number followed by the star (*) key,
then enter your password (default is the last seven digits of your phone number).
• Follow the audio prompts to set your new password, record your greeting and
configure your account settings.
• End the call by pressing the red button and follow the same ‘Call Voicemail’
steps to check voicemail notifications in the future.
1. Insert the SIM Card
• Remove the battery from the phone.
• Slide the SIM Card into the slot, following the orientation shown on the decal.
• Re-install the battery.

4. Set up Text Messaging (SMS)
• By programming your Messaging ‘Service Center’ you ensure that your phone
is able to send and receive text messages.
• From the main menu, select ‘Messages,’ ‘Settings,’ and finally
‘Service Center.’
• Enter [phone] then select ‘OK’ by pressing the left soft key.
5. Make a Call
• The phone must be used outside, away from trees and tall buildings.
• Power-on by pressing black button on the top of the phone.
• Phone will display ‘searching for network’ and then ‘Registered.’ If phone has
been left on when inside of a building, it will take longer to find and register
with the network in order to save power. To accelerate network registration,
turn phone off and on once outside.
• Prior to making a call, extend the antenna completely and rotate so it points
directly upwards. Ensure that the antenna is articulated left or right so it is
oriented directly up when held to your ear during use.
• To make a call, enter the full dialing sequence:
00 or + [Country Code] [Phone Number]
• Press the green key to initiate the call and press the red key to end the call.
When the call is complete, return the antenna to the center position, then
retract the antenna for storage when the phone is not in use.
• To store contacts, select ‘Menu,’ ‘My Phonebook,’ ‘Options,’ and then ‘New’
to create and save a New Entry.
6. Send a Text Message (SMS)
• You can send and receive text messages and short emails using your Iridium 9555
phone. Prior to sending short emails, it is helpful to store email addresses in your
phonebook to automate delivery.
• To enable the predictive text software on your phone, select ‘Setup’ from the main
menu, then ‘Language,’ then ‘Text entry,’ and change the setting from ‘Multi-tap’ to
‘English,’ ‘French,’ or ‘Spanish’ predictive text.
• To send a text message select ‘Messages’ from the main menu, then ‘Create message.’
If you wish to send to an email address that is not stored in your phonebook, type
the email address, add a space, and then type your message.
• To type using predictive text entry, you may choose several different modes
including word (ww), letter (lw), punctuation(#?@), and digits (123) by tapping the
side convenience key.
• Once your message is completed, select ‘Options,’ then ‘Send,’ then ‘Add’, and then
you can either select a stored phonebook entry or manually enter a number. If you
typed an email address in your message to send to an email address not stored in
your phonebook, you must manually enter the number “+*2” in order to send to an
email not stored in your phonebook.
• Your contacts may send you a message by visiting www.iridium.com and selecting
‘Send a Satellite Message’ by using your Iridium phone number or send an email
to 8816[number]@msg.iridium.com.
7. Additional Tips
• Keeping the phone’s battery charged ensures that the phone is ready for use
when needed. For maximum battery performance, try to allow the phone’s battery
to discharge completely before fully recharging.
• Protect the antenna by stowing it in the down position when not in use.
• Your phone can be programmed to automatically add the international access
code (00 or +) to each number you dial.
From the main menu, select ‘Setup’ and then ‘Number Entry.’
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