Thuraya SatSleeve User manual

Thuraya SatSleeve
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Thank you for choosing the Thuraya SatSleeve!
The SatSleeve allows you to use your iPhone in satellite mode.
You can now enjoy calls, messages, and Internet browsing even
if your iPhone does not have a terrestrial network connection. The
following User Manual contains important and useful information
on how to use the Thuraya SatSleeve. Please read it carefully
before operating your unit.

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Unpacking your SatSleeve
Main Satellite unit iPhone adaptor Battery
USB data cable Universal travel charger

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Part Description
No. Part Descriptions
1 Power On/Off button
2 Status indicator LED
3 Backup battery switch
4 Earpiece
5 iPhone docking connector
6 Loud speaker
7 Bluetooth paring button
8 Charger jack
9 Antenna
10 Microphone for hands-free calling
11 SIM card holder
12 Micro USB jack
13 Adaptor lock
14 Earset jack
15 Microphone

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Preparation
The Thuraya SatSleeve uses satellite communications
which requires direct line of sight to a Thuraya satellite.
To achieve the best connection, please take care of
the followings:
 Use the SatSleeve in a place with no
obstructions such as high buildings, tall trees,
and mountains which may obstruct the line of
sight with the satellite.
 In order to connect to the satellite network, the
SatSleeve needs to receive the GPS location
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product is used in a new location.
 Always fully extend the antenna when using the
SatSleeve for optimum connectivity.
Getting Started
Installing the SatSleeve Application
In order to use the Thuraya SatSleeve with your
iPhone, you need to download the Thuraya SatSleeve
App for free from Apple’s App Store. Please search for
the SatSleeve in the Apple App Store on your iPhone
and install the application afterwards.

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Inserting the SIM Card
A SIM card is required to use satellite services
when connecting to the satellite network. Ensure to
insert the SIM card before attaching the battery and
turning on the Thuraya SatSleeve.
Inserting the Battery
Remove the battery cover from the Thuraya
SatSleeve by pushing it downward (1) and sliding
it down (2).
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battery is in place, reinstall the battery cover.
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY
AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES
ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

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Inserting your iPhone to the SatSleeve
1Attach your iPhone to the docking adaptor pin and
press the top side of the iPhone into the adaptor.
2Place the docking adaptor onto the orange
line of the SatSleeve main unit. Slide down the
docking adaptor.

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Removing your iPhone from the SatSleeve
In order to remove your iPhone from the Thuraya
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adaptor from the main unit. Once the docking
adaptor is removed, you can then remove the
iPhone from the docking adaptor.
1Press down the lock button until you hear a click.
2Slide up the docking adaptor to detach it from
the main unit.
3Press the edges of the docking adaptor.
4Gently pull out the iPhone.

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Turning On the Thuraya SatSleeve
Press and hold the power button down for about 2
seconds to power on the Thuraya SatSleeve. The
blue LEDs will blink and you will hear a beeping
sound. The Thuraya SatSleeve is now ready to pair
with your iPhone.
To turn off the SatSleeve, press and hold the power
button down for about 2 seconds until all of the
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sound.
How to use the SatSleeve
To enable satellite mode on your iPhone, you
will need to pair your iPhone with the Thuraya
SatSleeve via Bluetooth. Follow the below steps to
pair the devices:
1On your iPhone, go to Settings > Bluetooth >
On to activate Bluetooth on your iPhone.
2Select e.g. SAT0000000 from the devices list.
3Check the Bluetooth icon displayed on the
top of your iPhone screen when the pairing is
complete.
4Open the SatSleeve application.

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NOTE
In case the two devices do not pair automatically,
press the Bluetooth pairing button on the back of
the SatSleeve with a pointed object such as a pen
or the end of a paper clip until the Satsleeve shows
up in the Devices list on the iPhone.
Overview of Home Screen
Contacts Tab
Messages Tab
Settings Tab
Network Name
Location Information
Battery Status
Call Divert
GmPRS initiated
GmPRS active
Earset
Info Message
SMS Full
SAT
Roaming
Signal Strength
HPA (Call Alert)
HPA Strength
GPS searching
In Use
Mute On
Ciphering Off
SMS
Voice Mail
Phone Tab
Home Tab
Making a Call in Satellite Mode
On the Phone tab you can
enter a phone number directly,
or select a phone number from
your iPhone Contacts.

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SOS Call without iPhone
The SatSleeve allows you to make and receive a
call even if you don’t have the iPhone with you. The
SOS Call button is located between the main unit
and the docking adaptor.
Setting an SOS Number
1Select Settings at the
bottom of the screen.
2Tap Call > SOS number.
3Enter a phone number
you would like to set as
emergency number on the
SatSleeve.
4Tap Done.
NOTE
The SOS Button works even if there is no emergency
number stored but the SIM card must be installed in
the SatSleeve. As a default setting, the call will be
routed to an emergency service if available in your
country.