Skytrac 108-300-02 User Manual

DSAT-300 USER GUIDE
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Applies to: DSAT-300 Mod None Firmware Version 00.01.10+
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Oct 31, 2016
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Skytrac 108-300-02 Specifications

General

Brand	Skytrac
Model	108-300-02
Category	Conference System
Language	English

Summary

ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT

Purpose

Describes the objective of this user guide in detailing DSAT-300 features and operation.

Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations

Defines technical terms and acronyms used throughout the DSAT-300 manual.

INTRODUCTION

Description of Equipment

Details the DSAT-300's function as an automatic position reporting and messaging device.

Features

Lists the key functionalities and operational capabilities of the DSAT-300 unit.

DSAT-300 ACTIVATION AND CONFIGURATION

Unit Activation

Explains the steps required to activate the DSAT-300 unit for network communication.

AFF Pricing Plan

Details the configuration option for the AFF Pricing Plan for contract compliance.

EMI TEST

POWERING THE DSAT-300

Operation from Battery Power

Describes how to operate the DSAT-300 using its internal Lithium ION batteries.

Operation from Aircraft Mains Power

Explains powering the unit via the aircraft's cigarette lighter adapter.

Charging from a Wall Charger

Details the process of charging the DSAT-300 batteries using a standard wall charger.

DSAT-300 MODES

Normal Mode (A/C Mains or Battery)

Describes the standard operating mode for position reporting and messaging.

Recharge Mode (Wall Charger)

Details the mode when the unit is charging via a wall adapter.

Emergency Mode

Explains how to activate and the functions of the DSAT-300's emergency transmission mode.

LED INDICATOR LIGHTS

Start Up

Explains the LED indications shown when the DSAT-300 unit is powering on.

Normal Mode

Details the LED status indicators during normal operation of the DSAT-300.

Recharge Mode

Describes the LED indicators used to show battery charge levels during charging.

PUSH BUTTON

MESSAGING

LOGGING

FACTORY RESET

BLUETOOTH / WI-FI

ANTENNAS

External Antenna Install

Guides on installing external antennas for the DSAT-300E.

CONNECTIONS

Details the GPS, Iridium, and USB connection ports on the DSAT-300E.

PORTABLE ANTENNAS

Describes the installation requirements for portable GPS and Iridium antennas.

TSO COMBINATION ANTENNA

Explains the use and installation of the TSO Combination Antenna (P/N:STS0021).

FIRMWARE UPGRADE

Required Hardware

Lists the necessary hardware components for performing a firmware upgrade.

USB Driver

Explains the need to download and install the USB driver for firmware upgrades.

Determining the Correct Com Port

Guides on identifying the correct COM port for the firmware upgrade process.

Firmware Upgrade Instructions

Provides step-by-step instructions for upgrading the DSAT-300 firmware.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

Power Connector

Details the pin configuration and connections for the DSAT-300 power connector.

P/NS OF MATING CONNECTOR (CRIMP VERSION)

Lists part numbers for crimp-style mating connectors.

P/NS OF MATING CONNECTOR (SOLDER CUP VERSION)

Lists part numbers for solder cup-style mating connectors.

RS232 (DB9) FOR BLUETOOTH

Provides pinout details for the RS232 DB9 connector used for Bluetooth.