Thuraya XT Satellite User manual

USER GUIDE

For your safety 1
Battery Information 3
Taking care of your Thuraya XT 3
Precautions for Thuraya XT 4
Unpacking your Thuraya XT 7
Thuraya XT 7
The function of the keys 8
Introduction 11
Initial steps
Inserting the SIM Card 12
Inserting the Battery 12
Turning on the Thuraya XT 13
Enter your PIN (optional) 13
Emergency call (SOS) 13
Setup wizard 14
Lock/Unlock the keypad 14
Display
Display layout 15
Display symbols 15
Key action 16
Default shortcuts 16
Useful tips 16
Making and receiving calls
Making a call 17
During a call 17
High-Penetration alerting 18
Conference Calls 18
Write a new Message
Traditional text input 19
Predictive text input 20
Change language 20
Dictionary 20
Thuraya XT 02 Getting started
Thuraya XT 01 Before you start
CONTENTS

1. Contacts
1.1 Search 23
1.2 Add Contact 23
1.3 Group 24
1.4 Speed dial 24
1.5 Copy 25
1.6 Delete 25
1.7 Memory Status 25
2. Navigation
2.1 Current position 26
2.2 Continuous position 27
2.3 Waypoints 28
2.4 Location tracking 29
2.5 Setting 29
2.6 Helper 30
2.7 Qiblah & Prayer 31
3. Call logs
3.1 Call logs 32
3.2 Delete 32
3.3 Call Duration 32
4. Organizer
4.1 Alarm 33
4.2 Calendar 35
4.3 Calculator 35
4.4 Stopwatch 36
4.5 World time 36
5. Messaging
5.1 New message 37
5.2 Inbox 38
5.3 Draft 39
5.4 Sent messages 39
5.5 Outbox 39
5.6 Templates 39
5.7 Settings 40
5.8 Info message 41
5.9 Memory status 42
5.10 Delete messages 42
6. Sound settings 42
7. Settings
7.1 Phone 43
7.2 Call 44
7.3 GmPRS 48
7.4 Language 49
7.5 Time/Date 50
7.6 Data connection 51
7.7 Setup wizard 51
7.8 My numbers 51
8. Network
8.1 Network mode 52
8.2 SAT Registration 52
8.3 Preference 52
Thuraya XT 03 Using the menu

9. Security
9.1 PIN1 code 53
9.2 Security code 53
9.3 Change codes 54
9.4 Fixed dialing 54
9.5 Closed User Group 55
9.6 IMEI Number 56
9.7 Software version 56
9.8 Soft reset 56
9.9 Factory reset 56
Thuraya XT 03 Using the menu
Security code 59
PIN & PUK 59
PIN2 & PUK2 59
Barring code 59
Troubleshooting 60
Certification information (SAR) 61
FCC Compliance Statement 62
Certification information (IP54, IK03) 63
Thuraya XT 04 Additional Information

01 Before you start

For your safety 1
Battery Information 3
Taking care of your Thuraya XT 3
Precautions for Thuraya XT 4
Unpacking your Thuraya XT 7
Thuraya XT 7
The function of the keys 8
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For your safety
The following guidelines will help you to use your Thuraya XT safely.
Please read carefully and make yourself familiar with the safety measures and user instructions in this manual before you start using
your Thuraya XT. This will help you to get the most out of your Thuraya XT.
SWITCH ON SAFELY
Do not switch on the phone where wireless phone use
is prohibited or when it may cause interference or
danger.
ROAD SAFETY COMES FIRST
Obey all local laws. Always keep your hands free to
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consideration while driving should be road safety.
INTERFERENCE
All wireless devices may be susceptible to
interference, which could affect performance.
SWITCH OFF IN AIRCRAFT
Follow any restrictions.
Wireless devices can cause harmful interference to
aircraft’s navigation and communication systems.
SWITCH OFF IN HOSPITALS
Follow any restrictions that are advised in a hospital.
Switch off the phone near medical equipment.
SWITCH OFF WHEN REFUELING
Do not use the phone at a refueling point.
Do not use near fuel or chemicals.

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SWITCH OFF NEAR BLASTING
Follow any restrictions.
Do not use the phone where blasting is in progress.
USE SENSIBLY
Use only in the normal position as explained in the
product documentation.
Do not touch the antenna unnecessarily.
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product.
ENHANCEMENTS AND BATTERIES
Use only approved enhancements and batteries.
Do not connect incompatible products.
BACK-UP COPIES
Remember to make back-up copies or keep a written
record of all important information.
CONNECTING TO OTHER DEVICES
When connecting to any other device, read its user
guide for detailed safety instructions.
Do not connect incompatible products.
EMERGENCY CALLS
Ensure the phone function of the device is switched on and in service. Press the end key as many times as needed to clear
the display and return to the start screen. Enter the emergency number, then press the send key. Give your location to an
emergency call center. Do not end the call until given permission to do so.

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Battery Information
Use only the Thuraya approved battery pack and Thuraya approved chargers for your phone.
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Taking care of your Thuraya XT
Your device is a product of superior design and craftsmanship and should be treated with care.
The suggestions below will help you protect your warranty coverage.
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the device and may violate regulations governing radio devices.
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facility.
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Caution

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- Prolonged exposure to rain
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- Opening, closing, attaching or disassembling a cap or battery with wet hands
- Exposure to sand

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- When using a USB/Data
cable to charge the phone
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inserted
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1SAT antenna
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3Left soft key
4Right soft key
5Send key
6End key
7Navigation keys
8Center key
9Alphanumeric keypad
10 Microphone
11 Battery release
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13 SIM card holder
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Handset Battery
Quick Start
Guide
Travel Charger
User Manual &
Warranty Card
Earphones Data Cable Support-CD
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Your package contains the following items: An overview of your Thuraya phone:
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The function of the keys
Navigation Keys
4-way direction key for menu navigation.
Center Key
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options.
Right Soft Key
The function of the key correlates with the text shown
on the screen above the key.
Left Soft Key
The function of the key correlates with the text shown
on the screen above the key.
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Accept or initiate a call, access the call history.
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Long press on 0 key will display the ‘+’
symbol (to enter country calling codes,
e.g. +971…)
Key
Long press will switch between Silent & Normal
mode. Opens the list of symbols (special characters)
when writing messages like SMS or E-Mails.
Key
Press and hold to lock the keypad.
Switch between numbers and characters when
writing messages.

02 Getting started

Introduction 11
Initial steps
Inserting the SIM Card 12
Inserting the Battery 12
Turning on the Thuraya XT 13
Enter your PIN (optional) 13
Emergency call (SOS) 13
Setup wizard 14
Lock/Unlock the keypad 14
Display
Display layout 15
Display symbols 15
Key action 16
Default shortcuts 16
Useful tips 16
Making and receiving calls
Making a call 17
During a call 17
High-Penetration Alerting 18
Conference Calls 18
Write a new Message
Traditional text input 19
Predictive text input 20
Change language 20
Dictionary 20

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Introduction
Your Thuraya XT Satellite Phone is a powerful and compact phone offering total convenience and mobility across Thuraya’s coverage
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unmatched combination of quality and performance.
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- Always keep the antenna fully extended when using the XT.
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product is used in a new location.
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Please check the Thuraya coverage map at www.thuraya.com.

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02 Getting started
Inserting the Battery
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top end until you hear it click in place.
Initial steps
Inserting the SIM Card
A SIM card is required to connect to the Thuraya satellite network.
Make sure to insert the SIM card before inserting the battery and
turning on the Thuraya XT.

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Emergency call (SOS)
Emergency calls are permitted when there is no SIM card in the
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have a valid SIM card and are on roaming but is not possible with
the selected service provider.
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Press the left soft key (SOS) and dial the preset emergency
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The soft key SOS is available even:
ƔWhen the SIM card in your Thuraya XT is not valid.
ƔWhen you have a valid SIM card but no roaming with the
selected service provider is possible.
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call in the same way as you make a ‘normal’ call.
Turning on the Thuraya XT
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Enter your PIN (optional)
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supplied together with the SIM card by your service provider and
can be changed at a later stage (see page 54).
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Note
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Lock/Unlock the keypad
The keypad may be locked so that a number cannot be
accidentally dialed.
Calls can be received while the phone is locked.
To lock the keypad
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Check with your service provider for local emergency numbers in
your area.
Setup wizard
Use the Setup wizard to set the basic details of the phone when you
initially switch on your Thuraya XT.
If you decide to skip the Setup wizard you can access it later in
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