Iridium Extreme PTT User manual

Iridium
Extreme®
PTT
User Manual
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warnings and information. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
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Thank you for purchasing the Iridium Extreme® PTT device
This Iridium Extreme® PTT product package contains the following:
• Iridium Extreme® PTT User Manual
• GEOS Emergency Services Brochure
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and information. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.
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Disclaimers, Limitations of Liability and Conditions of Use; Warranty Claim Process, Privacy and
Data Security, and Software License.

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Contents
1: Introduction and Important Safety Information ................................1
2: Initial Set-Up ........................................................................................29
Device Overview......................................................................................................... 30
SIM Card......................................................................................................................... 33
Battery .......................................................................................................................... 35
Additional Included Accessories........................................................................... 42
Start-up Procedure..................................................................................................... 46
Power on Message..................................................................................................... 47
3: Phone Mode Operation.......................................................................51
Introduction ................................................................................................................ 51
Getting Started in Phone Mode............................................................................ 51
Indicators....................................................................................................................... 52
Placing a Call ................................................................................................................ 54
Receiving a Call ........................................................................................................... 57
Muting a Call ................................................................................................................ 62
Speaker Phone............................................................................................................. 62
Speaker Volume .......................................................................................................... 63
Ringer Volume ............................................................................................................. 64
Unanswered Calls....................................................................................................... 65
Locking and Unlocking the Keypad .................................................................... 65
Traditional Text Entry................................................................................................ 67
Using the Phonebooks............................................................................................. 80
Using the Messages Menu....................................................................................100
Using the Voicemail Menu.................................................................................... 120
Using the Data Modem Menu ............................................................................. 124
Using the Call History Menu................................................................................. 125
Additional Call Settings ........................................................................................ 131
Using the Setup Menu............................................................................................ 142
GPS and Location-Based Services...................................................................... 169
Setting Emergency Options ................................................................................174
Using the Security Menu .......................................................................................190
Phone Mode Troubleshooting.............................................................................201
4: Push-to-Talk Mode Operation ......................................................... 206
Introduction ...............................................................................................................206
Tips for Efficient Operation ...................................................................................207
Device Overview.......................................................................................................208
Indicators.....................................................................................................................209
Getting Started in PTT Mode................................................................................210

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Using PTT Mode........................................................................................................211
About the Menu........................................................................................................213
Switch to Phone ...................................................................................................213
Refresh Talkgroups..............................................................................................213
Talkgroup List........................................................................................................213
PTT Options ...........................................................................................................214
Keypad Tones .......................................................................................................214
Audio Routing...................................................................................................... 214
Language................................................................................................................214
Backlight ................................................................................................................ 215
Contrast...................................................................................................................215
PTT Options Submenu........................................................................................... 216
Talk Timer ...............................................................................................................216
Location Sharing .................................................................................................216
Scan Period ............................................................................................................217
Distance Format...................................................................................................217
Auto Keypad Lock................................................................................................217
Vibrate......................................................................................................................217
Locking and Unlocking the Keypad..............................................................218
Navigating to Phone Mode to Dial............................................................... 219
Using SOS ...............................................................................................................219
PTT Home State ........................................................................................................222
Idle ........................................................................................................................222
Listening ................................................................................................................223
Talking ....................................................................................................................224
Open ........................................................................................................................226
Priority Talkgroup .....................................................................................................227
PTT Scan State ...........................................................................................................227
Talkgroups List...........................................................................................................229
Push-to-Talk Mode Glossary .................................................................................230
Push-to-Talk Mode Troubleshooting .................................................................233
5: Certication and Compliance Information..................................... 234
6: Limited Warranty Including Exclusions, Disclaimers, Limitations of
Liability and Conditions of Use; Warranty Claim Process, Privacy
and Data Security, and Software License ....................................... 235

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1: Introduction and
Important Safety Information
Your Iridium Extreme® Push-to-Talk (PTT) device is designed for dual
mode operation providing a global, mobile, reliable communications tool
with access to the largest and most powerful satellite network on
the planet.
Tip: Your device is programmed to power-up in the last mode of
operation (PTT or Phone Mode) that you used as long as the SOS button is
properly configured. If your SOS emergency response contacts have not
been programmed, your device will continue to power-up in Phone Mode
and will prompt you to select GEOS or to program your own emergency
contacts. For instructions on how to program your emergency contacts,
go to Setting Emergency Options, p. 173.
Your Iridium Extreme® PTT device oers a complete range of services
within two separate modes of operation:
Phone Mode: for phone calling, SMS, voicemail, and SOS use
PTT Mode: for Iridium Push-to-Talk (PTT) service
All services and settings for each mode are independently operated
allowing primary usage in PTT Mode only or in Phone Mode only or to
switch between the modes when needed to access different services.
Procedures for the safe operation of your Iridium Extreme® PTT device
with the available facilities are detailed in this section (Section 1).
Prior to using the Iridium Extreme® PTT, you must ensure that
you and any users of your device read and understand this User
Manual including the safety warnings and information. Failure
to do so could result in serious injury or death.
A description of the Iridium Extreme® PTT device’s certifications and
regulatory compliance is located in Section 5. The terms of the Limited
Warranty (including Exclusions, Disclaimers, Limitations of Liability and
Conditions of Use), as well as the Warranty Claim Process, information
on Privacy and Data Security, and the Software License, are all located in
Section 6.
The instructions in this User Manual are divided into three sections
common to the Iridium Extreme® PTT device and unique to each mode of
operation:

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Section 2: Set-Up. Describes the general use of the product including
the physical features, included accessories, proper battery use, and
menus and keys.
Section 3: Phone Mode Operation. Covers the set-up, operation, and
troubleshooting for Phone Mode settings and services.
Section 4: Push-to-Talk Mode Operation. Addresses the set-up,
operation, and troubleshooting for PTT Mode settings and services.
Additional documentation is posted on Iridium.com in the
Iridium Extreme® PTT section, located in the Resources area in
downloadable format.
Important Safety Information
WARNING
Prior to using the Iridium Extreme® PTT, you must ensure that
you and any users of your device read and understand this User
Manual including the safety warnings and information. Failure to
do so could result in serious injury or death.
Safety and Warning Icons
The following conventions are used in this User Manual:
Warning!
Failure to comply with this warning could result in
death or serious injury. Before doing this task, be sure
to familiarize yourself with appropriate safety practices,
personal protective equipment and have a plan in case
of accident.
Caution
Failure to follow directions carefully could result in
injury. Care must be taken.
Do not let your battery, charger, or satellite phone come
in contact with water.

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Risk of explosion.
High heat source. Burn risk.
Do not dispose in trash.
Do not dispose of your battery in a fire.
Harmful noise.
Exposure to Radio Frequency Signals
Your Iridium Extreme® PTT device is a low power radio transmitter and
receiver. When it is ON, it receives and also sends out radio frequency
(RF) signals. Your Iridium Extreme® PTT device is designed to comply with
local regulatory requirements in your country concerning the exposure of
human beings to RF frequency.
International agencies have set standards and recommendations for the
protection of public exposure to RF electromagnetic energy.
The design of your phone complies with these standards when used as
described under “Phone Mode Operation” on page 51.
This product is compliant with Industry Canada RSS-102 for RF Exposure.

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Specic Absorption Rate Data
This Iridium Extreme® PTT meets international standards for exposure to
radio waves.
Your satellite phone is designed and manufactured not to exceed limits
for exposure to radio frequency (RF) energy. These limits are part of
comprehensive guidelines and established permitted levels of RF energy
for the general population. The guidelines are based on standards that
were developed by independent scientific organizations through periodic
and thorough evaluation of scientific studies. The guidelines include a
substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons,
regardless of age and health.
The exposure standard for mobile phones employs a unit of measurement
known as the Specific Absorption Rate, or SAR. Under the guidelines
for this model, the SAR limit is 1.6 W/Kg. Tests for SAR were conducted
in accordance with the European Committee for Electrotechnical
Standardization (CENELEC) and FCC testing procedures using standard
operating positions with the phone transmitting at its highest certified
power level in all tested frequency bands. Although the SAR is determined
at the highest certified power level, the actual SAR of the phone while
operating can be below the maximum value. Before a Phone Model is
available for sale to the public, it is tested to confirm compliance with
the guidelines. The tests are performed in positions and locations
(e.g., at the ear and worn on the body) that conform to a uniform testing
methodology determined by an expert standards body.
The highest SAR level recorded from this product was 1.27 W/Kg which
was below the uncontrolled (e.g., general population) limit. While there
may be differences between the SAR levels of various phones and at
various positions, they all meet the governmental requirements.
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) concluded in
May, 2011 that that there is limited evidence to suggest a possible link
between RF signals and two specific types of cancer. The IARC’s conclusion
is based on its review of existing studies and information.
The FCC and FDA, however, indicated that there is not sufficient scientific
evidence to support a link between wireless device use and cancer and
that use of wireless phones according to current regulations is safe.
Reference websites:
• www.fcc.gov/guides/wireless-devices-and-health-concerns
• http://www.fda.gov/Radiation-EmittingProducts/
RadiationEmittingProductsandProcedures/
HomeBusinessandEntertainment/CellPhones/ucm116282.htm