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Iridium 9801 - User Manual

Iridium 9801
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Iridium Openport Terminal
Installation Manual
9801
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Above Decks Equipment
9701
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Below Decks Equipment

Questions and Answers

  • R
    raymond28Aug 16, 2025
    What to do if Iridium Touch terminals show 'No network signal detected'?
    • V
      Virginia SmithAug 16, 2025
      It's normal for the LED to turn red briefly, but if it stays red, it indicates a problem. Contact your service provider and provide all information displayed on the web pages, including the LED colors.
  • D
    Daniel ParkerAug 18, 2025
    What to do if my Iridium Touch terminals unit shows 'Authentication Failure'?
    • K
      Kathleen DuncanAug 18, 2025
      First, check the SIM status on the Status web page and ensure you are using a valid SIM card. If the issue persists, contact your service provider.
  • H
    Heather StokesAug 21, 2025
    What to do if my Iridium 9801 Touch terminals unit displays 'No GPS signal'?
    • J
      Julie ConleyAug 21, 2025
      You might be in an area where a GPS signal is not available. If the problem continues after the vessel moves, contact your service provider and report that the internal GPS has failed.
  • N
    Natalie PriceAug 25, 2025
    What to do if my Iridium Touch terminals unit shows 'Indeterminable Location'?
    • R
      Robin HarrellAug 25, 2025
      Check the GPS LED on the BDE. If the LED is green, check the GPS status on the web page. Then, contact your service provider with this information and any denial information.
  • D
    Douglas EsparzaAug 27, 2025
    What to do if there is no power supplied to the BDE of Iridium 9801 Touch terminals?
    • T
      tjohnsonAug 27, 2025
      Get a qualified person to check the power being supplied to the BDE. It should be between 11 – 32VDC at the input to the BDE and capable of providing up to 50W.
  • K
    khandanaAug 30, 2025
    What to do if the Iridium 9801 Touch terminals BDE cannot communicate with ADE?
    • J
      John CooperAug 31, 2025
      Get a qualified person to check the connection between the BDE and ADE, including the connections at both ends and the entire cable.
  • G
    garzakevinSep 3, 2025
    What to do if the Iridium 9801 Touch terminals BDE is switched off when power is supplied?
    • T
      Tina WilliamsSep 3, 2025
      Remove the SIM cover and make sure the on/off switch is in the 'on' position. When the switch is on, the LED should be green. If the switch is on and the LED remains amber, contact your service provider.
  • L
    Lauren SmithSep 5, 2025
    What to do if my Iridium 9801 unit shows 'Restricted Area'?
    • L
      lisa76Sep 5, 2025
      Wait until you move into a different geographical area.
  • S
    Sandy GlennSep 9, 2025
    What to do if my Iridium 9801 unit shows 'IMSI invalid'?
    • L
      Lauren ClarkSep 9, 2025
      Call service provider.
  • H
    Helen GilbertSep 12, 2025
    What to do if my Iridium 9801 unit shows 'IMEI Blacklisted'?
    • T
      Tanya WolfSep 12, 2025
      Call service provider.

Summary

2 Safety

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Highlights critical safety warnings and cautions for system operation and installation.

Radiation Hazard Information

Specifies minimum safe distances from the ADE due to RF transmission.

4 Installation

ADE Location Selection Criteria

Provides guidelines for selecting an optimal location for the Above Decks Equipment.

Installing the Above Decks Equipment (ADE)

Step-by-step instructions for physically mounting the ADE unit.

BDE Location Selection Criteria

Provides guidelines for selecting a suitable location for the Below Decks Equipment.

Installing the Below Decks Equipment (BDE)

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the BDE unit.

5 Initial System Configuration

Configuring the System via Web Pages

Steps to access and log into the ISU's web interface for configuration.

6 Testing the System

8 Basic Diagnostics

9 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting with LED Indicators

Mapping LED states to potential fault conditions and their causes.

Troubleshooting Actions for Faults

Recommended steps to resolve common fault conditions indicated by LEDs.

Handling Access Denied Situations

Reasons for network access denial and actions to take when contacting support.

Iridium 9801 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Battery LifeUp to 30 hours
ConnectivityIridium satellite network
Operating Temperature-20°C to +55°C
Storage Temperature-40°C to +85°C
Water ResistanceIP65
GPSYes
SOS ButtonYes
NetworkIridium