Nera WorldCommunicator User Manual

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ISDN telephone
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Setting up
1 Open the WorldCommunicator by swinging
down the Modem Unit.
2 Unfold the antenna. Use storm locks if necessary.
3 Press and
hold for
2 secs.
4 PIN code:
use multi-
buttons as indicated (default code: 1 2 3 4).
5 Check antenna cable connections.
6 The four satellites are positioned
stationary above equator, see map in
"Getting Started" or on CD. To find the
correct vertical angle to the satellite,
try with 60°, 30° or 0° as indicated.
7 Aim the antenna
towards the esti-
mated position of
the satellite with
free line of sight,
or make a slow scan
across the hemi-
sphere. If necessary, use the compass.
Nera WorldCommunicator - Quickstart
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30°
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The shaded signal strength bar
appearing in the display increases
in length when closing in on the
satellite.
The signal strength
should be at least 520 for
64 kbps communication.
8 Press to accept
the Ocean Region satellite.
If no spot beam is found from the current
satellite, try another Ocean Region.
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Nera WorldCommunicator Specifications

General

Display	Monochrome graphic
Network Technology	Satellite
Status	Discontinued
SIM	Mini-SIM
Loudspeaker	Yes
Phonebook	Yes
Call records	Yes
Messaging	SMS
Battery	Standard, NiMH
Alert types	Ringtones

Summary

Setting Up the WorldCommunicator

Initial Device Preparation

Open the modem unit, unfold the antenna, and secure it if necessary.

PIN Entry and Connection Verification

Enter the PIN code using multi-buttons and check antenna cable connections.

Antenna Alignment and Satellite Selection

Aim the antenna towards the satellite's estimated position and select the Ocean Region satellite.

Signal Strength Monitoring

Understand the signal strength bar indication and target levels for 64 kbps communication.

Making a Call

Configuring Data Connections

ISDN and Analogue Server Dialing

Connect PC via ISDN/RS-232/USB and use appropriate modem drivers for server connection.

DECT Handset Registration