VDH IsatPhone 2 User manual
Quick Reference Guide
IsatPhone 2
Satellite Phone
Problem:
Making Calls
Solution:
(1) Rotate the satellite antennae
(2) Check signal strength
(3) Make sure unit is registered with the
satellite.
(4) Display should be shown as in section
labeled “4. signal lock-in” on prior
page.
Problem:
Receiving Calls
Solution:
(1) Check that the phone is on;
(2) Check that the ringer is loud enough
(3) Check signal strength Rotate the satel-
lite antennae into correct position as
indicated on previous page
(4) Ensure the satellite antennae has a
clear view of the Southwest sky
(5) Display should be shown as in section
labeled “4. signal lock-in” on prior
page.
For any other issues please reference the
troubleshooting section on page 55 of your
owners manual included on satellite phone
thumb drive located in pelican case.
Troubleshooting
4.
Signal lock-in:
5.
Making a Satellite call
: Enter the tele-
phone number… Ensure one “1” and the
area code are entered (001-area code- ###-
####), and press the send key
6.
Correct /Optimal Satellite Antennae
Placement :
While speaking on the
ISATPHONE 2, ensure the unit is orient-
ed as depicted below.
7.
Texting capability is available:
Refer to
the owners manual located on thumb drive
in pelican case.
ISAT 2 : Satellite Phone
1.
Satellite Calls:
Move yourself to an op-
timal position as indicated below.
Important: Be sure that the satellite anten-
nae is pointing straight up and that you
can see the Southwest sky:
2.
Satellite Antennae Extension:
Place
thumb under the end of the satellite anten-
nae and gently rotate the antennae parallel
with the handset (i.e.; vertical with unit)
3.
Prepare ISAT 2 to Make Satellite Call:
(a) Press power button to power unit on.
(b) If the screen displays a “figure 8” fol-
low the instructions on the screen. This
enables the phone to get a GPS lock
and is necessary for the phone to regis-
ter with the satellite.
