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Hughes Thuraya 7101 User Manual

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HUGHES - 7101 User Manual

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Hughes Thuraya 7101 Specifications

General IconGeneral
NetworkGSM
Weight170 g
DisplayMonochrome graphic
CameraNo
Operating SystemProprietary
MessagingSMS
Card SlotNo
BluetoothNo
GPSNo
Battery TypeLi-Ion
Talk TimeUp to 3 h
Standby TimeUp to 30 h (Satellite)
Antenna TypeExternal
BandsGSM 900
BatteryLi-Ion
Satellite ConnectivityThuraya

Summary

Overview

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Handle the mobile phone with care, avoid extreme temperatures, keep away from heat sources, and clean with a soft cloth.

Safe Usage in Vehicles

Avoid phone use while driving. Do not place phone in airbag deployment area. Do not transport flammable materials.

Usage in Hazardous Environments

Never use the phone near blasting work or in potentially explosive environments, like filling stations.

Aircraft and Hospital Guidelines

Turn off the phone before boarding aircraft. Follow hospital regulations and turn off near medical equipment.

Electronic Device Interference

Be aware that electronic equipment may not be shielded from RF signals emitted by the phone.

Service and Component Guidelines

Do not disassemble; use only qualified service personnel for repairs. Use approved batteries and accessories.

Antenna and Signal Reception

Do not remove the antenna. Use only designed antennas. Unauthorized attachments may damage the phone.

Pacemakers and Hearing Aids

Pacemaker Precautions

Consult cardiologist. Maintain 15cm distance, avoid breast pockets, and place phone away from pacemaker.

Hearing Aid Interference

Newer hearing aids are immune. Older types may be susceptible. Try using the non-aided ear or hands-free.

Getting Started

Introduction to the HUGHES-7101

Combines SAT, GSM, and GPS technologies for versatile mobile communication.

Initial Setup Steps

Covers SIM card insertion and battery charging procedures for initial phone setup.

Phone Power and Emergency Calls

Instructions on switching the phone on/off, entering PIN, and making emergency (SOS) calls.

Keypad Lock and Display Overview

How to lock/unlock the keypad to prevent accidental dialing and understanding display areas.

Display Symbols Guide

Explanation of various icons and symbols appearing on the phone's display.

Using Softkeys and Menu Navigation

Guide on operating the phone's menus, softkeys, and scroll keys for navigation.

Making and Receiving Calls

Detailed steps for dialing numbers, answering, rejecting, and managing calls.

Setting Volume Levels

Adjusting ringing volume, listening volume, and earset volume using side keys.

Phone Number Lists

Phonebook Management

Creating, storing, and managing contacts for easy calling and caller identification.

Dialled Numbers List

Accessing, redialing, storing, and deleting numbers from the list of dialled calls.

Missed and Received Calls

Viewing lists of missed calls and received calls for tracking communication.

Options During a Call

Microphone Muting

Temporarily mute or unmute the microphone during an active call.

DTMF Signal Transmission

Sending DTMF tones during a call for accessing services like answering machines.

Call Hold Functionality

Placing a call on hold temporarily without disconnecting the line.

SMS and Call Duration Viewing

Reading/writing SMS during a call and checking the duration of the current call.

Handling Multiple Calls

Managing multiple calls, including call waiting, accepting, and rejecting calls.

Diverting Calls

Voice Mailbox Setup and Usage

Storing voicemail number and listening to voice messages, often used when the phone is off.

Diverting Voice Calls

Setting up call diversion for voice calls based on conditions like busy or no reply.

Diverting Fax and Data Calls

Managing call diversions for fax and data calls to alternative numbers or voice mailboxes.

Clearing Call Diversions

Deactivating specific or all call diversion settings.

SMS Messages

SMS Center and Message Writing

Prerequisites for sending SMS and instructions for writing and sending messages.

SMS Editing and Sending Tips

Tips for editing, saving, replacing SMS, and setting temporary SMS parameters.

Reading and Handling SMS

Procedures for reading new or old SMS, and options for replying, forwarding, or deleting.

General SMS Parameters Configuration

Setting SMS center, validity period, format, and delivery reports for all messages.

Info Broadcast

Broadcast Status and Topics

Switching info broadcast on/off and managing broadcast topics for receiving information.

Broadcast Language Settings

Selecting preferred languages for displayed broadcasts from the info broadcast system.

Reading Info Broadcasts

How to access and read incoming information broadcasts on the phone.

Security Settings

PIN, PIN2, and PUK Codes

Understanding and managing PIN, PIN2, and PUK codes for SIM card security.

Security and Barring Codes

Using security codes and barring codes to protect the phone and network features.

Changing Security Codes

Procedures for changing PIN, PIN2, security code, and barring code.

Call Barring Management

Activating, deactivating, and clearing call barring for outgoing and incoming calls.

Fixed Dialling Configuration

Setting up and managing a fixed dialling list for restricted calling.

Closed User Group Features

Activating and deactivating closed user groups to potentially save call costs.

Phone and Call Settings

Greeting Text and Clock/Alarm

Setting a custom greeting text, and configuring the phone's clock and alarm functions.

Number and Cost Settings

Storing multiple numbers and configuring cost settings like charge rate and limit.

Data Transmission and DTMF Tones

Setting baud rates for data transmission and enabling DTMF tone sending.

Call Waiting and Redial Settings

Configuring call waiting, sending own number, and automatic redial features.

One Touch Dialling and Car Usage

Setting up one touch dialling, auto answer, and backlight for car usage.

Network Management

Operating Modes: GSM and SAT

Selecting between GSM, SAT, or preferred access modes for network operation.

Network Selection Procedures

Managing automatic or manual network selection and network preferences.

Manual SAT Registration

Updating SAT registration manually to ensure proper satellite call reception.

Sound & Alert Settings

Ringing Volume and Melody

Adjusting the ringing volume and selecting melodies for different call types.

Melody Customization

Setting melodies for faxes, data, High Power Alerting, alarms, and caller groups.

Ringing Type and Tones

Fine-tuning ringing types (once, increasing, continuous) and managing tones (message, keypad, warning).

Alarm Configuration

Setting up to two alarms with time, date, interval, and reminder messages.

Sharing Ringing Melodies

Sending and Receiving Melodies

Sending ringing melodies to other phones and receiving/saving them.

Loading Tones from PC

Information on uploading custom ringing melodies using a PC and data cable.

Statistics and Information

Call Duration Tracking

Viewing call durations for various categories and resetting the time counter.

Call Cost Tracking

Monitoring approximate call costs and resetting the cost counter.

Credit, SIM, Cell, and IMEI Info

Displaying remaining credit, SIM card information, cell info, and IMEI number.

Using GPS Facilities

Displaying Current Position

Viewing latitude, longitude, altitude, date, and time of current location.

Way Point Management

Saving, viewing, editing, and deleting way points, and sending them via SMS or PC.

Location Tracking and Continuous Position

Switching location tracking on/off and showing continuously updated position data.

Relative Position and Format Selection

Comparing GPS locations, calculating relative positions, and selecting display formats.

WAP Internet Access

WAP and SP Settings Configuration

Configuring WAP settings, including Service Provider details like dial-up number and IP address.

User Settings and Access

Customizing user settings like idle timeout and font size, and accessing WAP services.

Navigating Web Pages and Bookmarks

Browsing web pages, managing bookmarks, and disconnecting from WAP access.

Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications

Mobile Phone Features

Details on dual-mode operation (GSM/SAT), GPS, battery, and talk/standby times.

Call Functions and Management

Overview of call services including SMS, voice mail, call barring, and network services.

Using Battery and Charger

Guidelines for safe charging, handling, and disposal of the mobile phone battery.

Character and Digit Input

Text Editor Mode Input

Instructions on typing characters using the keypad in text editor mode, including case switching.

Editing and Cursor Movement

How to delete characters and move the cursor within the text editor interface.

Menu System and Quick Access Codes

Simplified Menu Navigation

Accessing common functions through a simplified menu structure.

Standard Menu Tree Structure

Detailed hierarchical view of all menu options and their corresponding codes.

Limited Warranty Information

Warranty Coverage and Service Details

Details on warranty period, coverage, exclusions, and service procedures.

Limitation of Liability Clause

Outlines limitations on Thuraya's liability, disclaimers, and buyer's rights.