STORM Terminal User Guide
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STORM Terminal User Guide
STORM Global Area Network Data Terminal User Guide Version 4 Safety Summary The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of installation, operation, service and repair of the equipment covered by this Guide. Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment. ηι Ltd assumes no liability for the Customer’s failure to comply with these requirements. Radiation Warning High levels of radio frequency radiation are a potential health hazard. The user of the terminal must therefore ensure that an area extending 2 metres from the focal line of the ODU be kept clear of people when it is transmitting. Exposure to Hazardous Voltages Operating personnel must not remove equipment covers other than to replace rechargeable batteries and SIM cards. Component replacement and internal adjustment must be made by qualified maintenance personnel only. Do Not Substitute Parts or Modify Equipment In order not to introduce additional hazards, do not substitute parts or perform any unauthorised modification to the equipment. ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE POWER SUPPLY IS REMOVED PRIOR TO CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING THE ODU CABLE OR OPENING THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER Copyright and other intellectual property rights are vested in EMS SATCOM UK, Ltd for the product described in this document, including the Hardware and Software. By purchasing the product described in the Documentation, you are granted limited license to use the Software on the provision that you do not copy, alter or adapt it in any way, including de-compiling, disassembling or reverse-engineering. This document is issued for the purpose only for which it is supplied. It must not be reproduced in whole or in part except with the consent in writing of EMS SATCOM UK, Ltd and then only on the condition that this notice is included in any such reproduction. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided in this Document is correct. However, EMS SATCOM UK, Ltd assumes no responsibility for its use and reserves the right to revise the Documentation without notice. The EMS SATCOM logo is the trademark of EMS Technologies. All third party trademarks are acknowledged. Copyright © 2002 Page 2 of 122 Contents 1 INTRODUCTION TO STORM..................................................................................................... 8 1.1 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................... 8 1.2 FEATURES ..................................................................................................................................... 9 1.3 ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................... 10 1.3.1 Connecting the ODU to the IDU....................................................................................... 10 1.3.2 Setting up the ODU........................................................................................................... 11 1.3.3 Pole Mount Bracket............................................................................................................ 11 1.3.4 LCD and Keypad ................................................................................................................ 13 1.3.5 The Display ........................................................................................................................ 14 1.3.6 Battery Unit ....................................................................................................................... 14 1.3.7 SIM Card............................................................................................................................ 16 1.4 SATELLITE COVERAGE ............................................................................................................... 16 1.4.1 Atlantic Ocean East ........................................................................................................... 18 1.4.2 Atlantic Ocean West .......................................................................................................... 18 1.4.3 Indian Ocean Region.......................................................................................................... 19 1.4.4 Pacific Ocean Region.......................................................................................................... 19 1.5 SATELLITE SEARCH .................................................................................................................... 20 1.6 ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE .............................................................................................. 21 1.7 EXTERNAL DEVICES ............................................................................................................ 22 2 GETTING READY FOR USE....................................................................................................... 24 2.1 POWERING UP ............................................................................................................................ 24 2.2 LOGGING ON ......................................................................................................................... 24 2.2.1 Logging On - No SIM Card Present.................................................................................. 25 2.2.2 Logging On – SIM Card Present....................................................................................... 26 2.3 UNBLOCKING THE TERMINAL ........................................................................................ 26 2.4 UNBLOCKING THE SIM CARD .......................................................................................... 26 2.5 NO ODU CONNECTED ................................................................................................................. 27 2.6 SATELLITE SEARCH ............................................................................................................. 27 2.7 MOBILE SEARCH ........................................................................................................................ 28 2.7.1 Specifying Your Location ................................................................................................... 28 2.7.2 Entering your Coordinates................................................................................................. 29 2.7.3 Selecting a Satellite ............................................................................................................ 30 2.7.4 Choose Service Provider ..................................................................................................... 30 2.7.5 Pointing the ODU.............................................................................................................. 31 2.8 TERMINAL IDLE.......................................................................................................................... 34 2.9 FIRST VOICE CALL ..................................................................................................................... 34 2.10 SHORT DIAL CODES............................................................................................................. 35 2.11 ON HOOK DIALLING .................................................................................................................. 35 3 BASIC TERMINAL FUNCTIONS .............................................................................................. 38 3.1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 38 3.1.1 Inmarsat Mobile Number (IMN) Explained...................................................................... 38 3.1.2 Call Types Explained.......................................................................................................... 38 3.1.3 Ports Explained .................................................................................................................. 38 3.1.4 Terminal Identifier (TID)................................................................................................... 39 3.1.5 Multiple Subscriber Number (MSN) Explained................................................................ 40 3.2 MAIN MENU MAP ..................................................................................................................... 40 3.3 MENU FUNCTION SUMMARY ..................................................................................................... 41 3.4 PHONE BOOK MENU ........................................................................................................... 42 3.4.1 Find Entry by Name .......................................................................................................... 42 3.4.2 Find entry by code.............................................................................................................. 43 3.4.3 Entry Selection................................................................................................................... 43 Page 3 of 122 3.4.4 Add Entry...........................................................................................................................44 3.5 LAST CALLS MADE.....................................................................................................................45 3.6 LAST CALLS RECEIVED ...............................................................................................................45 3.7 INMARSAT MOBILE NUMBERS (IMN) .........................................................................................46 3.7.1 Adding an Inmarsat Mobile Number .................................................................................46 3.7.2 View and/or Change Inmarsat Mobile Numbers................................................................47 3.8 DEFAULT NET PROVIDER ...........................................................................................................48 3.8.1 Change Provider .................................................................................................................48 3.8.2 Provider Settings ................................................................................................................49 3.9 TIME & DATE .............................................................................................................................49 3.10 LOCK/UNLOCK..........................................................................................................................50 3.11 ANTENNA MOUNTING.......................................................................................................50 3.12 LANGUAGE .................................................................................................................................51 4 IN CALL FUNCTIONS..................................................................................................................54 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 5 CALL IN PROGRESS MENU .........................................................................................................54 ENDING A CALL .........................................................................................................................54 CALL DURATION LIMIT..............................................................................................................54 CALL FAILURES ...........................................................................................................................54 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS ..........................................................................................................56 5.1 HARDWARE PORTS .....................................................................................................................56 5.1.1 Add Hardware ....................................................................................................................56 5.1.1.1 5.1.1.2 5.1.1.3 5.1.1.4 5.1.1.5 5.1.2 5.1.2.1 5.1.2.2 5.1.2.3 5.1.2.4 5.1.2.5 Select Port.....................................................................................................................................57 Enter ISDN MSN.........................................................................................................................58 Receive Calls? ..............................................................................................................................58 Select IMN....................................................................................................................................59 Make Calls?..................................................................................................................................59 Settings ...............................................................................................................................60 Configuration ..............................................................................................................................60 Telephone Number.....................................................................................................................61 Bill To............................................................................................................................................62 Autodial .......................................................................................................................................62 Enable/Disable............................................................................................................................63 5.1.3 Remove Hardware...............................................................................................................63 5.2 CALL MAPPING ...........................................................................................................................63 5.2.1 Incoming Call Mapping......................................................................................................64 5.2.2 Outgoing Call Mapping .....................................................................................................64 5.2.3 Factory Settings..................................................................................................................64 5.3 MAINTENANCE ..........................................................................................................................64 5.3.1 Version Information ...........................................................................................................65 5.3.2 Link Statistics .....................................................................................................................65 5.3.3 Restore Settings ..................................................................................................................65 5.3.4 Layout .................................................................................................................................65 5.3.5 Loopback (Dealer Only)......................................................................................................65 5.4 POWER SAVING ..........................................................................................................................66 5.4.1 Backlight Setting ................................................................................................................66 5.4.2 LED Setting........................................................................................................................66 5.5 CALL METERS .............................................................................................................................67 5.5.1 Call Charges........................................................................................................................67 5.5.2 Max Call Time ....................................................................................................................67 5.5.3 Total Call Times..................................................................................................................67 5.6 ACCESS .......................................................................................................................................67 5.6.1 Disable current PIN ...........................................................................................................68 5.6.2 Change Access Level ...........................................................................................................68 5.6.3 Set Lock Code......................................................................................................................69 5.6.4 Set Access PIN....................................................................................................................69 Page 4 of 122 5.6.5 5.6.6 5.6.7 6 Restrict SIM Use................................................................................................................ 70 Restrict Calls...................................................................................................................... 70 Set Permissions .................................................................................................................. 71 PC SETUP ........................................................................................................................................ 74 6.1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................... 74 6.2 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE........................................................................................... 74 6.3 GUI ............................................................................................................................................ 74 6.4 CONNECTING TO THE STORM TERMINAL ........................................................................... 76 6.4.1 Connection successfully established ................................................................................... 76 6.4.2 Connection Failed............................................................................................................... 76 6.4.3 Adjust Connection Settings ............................................................................................... 76 6.5 TERMINAL ACCESS CONTROL.................................................................................................... 77 6.6 SATELLITE MANAGEMENT ........................................................................................................ 78 6.6.1 Select Location.................................................................................................................... 78 6.6.2 Selecting a satellite ............................................................................................................. 78 6.6.3 Select Service Provider ....................................................................................................... 79 6.6.4 ODU Pointing ................................................................................................................... 79 6.7 ADDRESS BOOK MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................ 80 6.7.1 Adding an address.............................................................................................................. 81 6.7.2 Modify an address .............................................................................................................. 81 6.7.3 Delete an address................................................................................................................ 82 6.7.4 Select Address Book Columns ............................................................................................ 82 6.7.5 Address Book Update Wizard ............................................................................................ 82 6.7.6 Address book wizard – step 1 ............................................................................................. 82 6.7.7 Address book wizard – step 2 ............................................................................................. 83 6.7.8 Address book wizard – step 3 ............................................................................................. 84 6.8 CALL HANDLING................................................................................................................... 84 6.8.1 Interrogation of the call logs............................................................................................... 84 6.9 SET-UP ....................................................................................................................................... 85 6.9.1 Set the Date / Time for the terminal................................................................................... 85 6.9.2 Set Call Restrictions........................................................................................................... 86 6.9.3 Call Map Setup Wizard ..................................................................................................... 86 6.10 GUI SHUT DOWN ...................................................................................................................... 87 7 SOFTWARE TOOLS...................................................................................................................... 90 7.1 UPGRADE ................................................................................................................................... 90 7.1.1 Software Installation .......................................................................................................... 90 7.1.2 Instructions for Use ........................................................................................................... 90 7.1.2.1 7.1.2.2 7.1.2.3 STORM Terminal Software Upgrade Procedure ....................................................................90 Setup .............................................................................................................................................90 Programming...............................................................................................................................90 7.2 STORM DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAMME ......................................................................................... 95 7.2.1 Software Installation .......................................................................................................... 95 7.2.2 Instructions for Use ........................................................................................................... 95 8 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................. 98 8.1 DIAGNOSTIC TABLE .................................................................................................................. 98 8.2 NETWORK FAULT DEFINITIONS ................................................................................................. 99 8.3 RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORISATION ...................................................................................... 101 8.3.1 Warranty Returns............................................................................................................ 101 8.3.2 Non-Warranty Returns ................................................................................................... 101 8.3.3 Repackaging Requirements .............................................................................................. 102 8.3.4 RMA Procedure ............................................................................................................... 102 9 HARDWARE PORT CONFIGURATIONS............................................................................. 104 Page 5 of 122 9.1 9.2 9.3 10 10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 10.5 10.6 ADDING A FACSIMILE MACHINE...............................................................................................104 SETTING UP THE EXPANSION PORT FOR BONDED ISDN CALLS ............................................105 CONFIGURING THE RS449 PORT. ............................................................................................106 ANNEX .......................................................................................................................................110 SHORT CODES ............................................................................................................................110 EXPANDED CHARACTER SET .....................................................................................................111 ABBREVIATIONS .......................................................................................................................111 GLOSSARY OF TERMS................................................................................................................112 INTERNATIONAL DIALLING CODES ............................................................................112 HARDWARE PORT PIN OUTS .................................................................................................118 Page 6 of 122 Chapter 1 Introduction Equipment Description • Features • Assembly • Satellite Coverage • Satellite Search • Accompanying Software • External Devices • Page 7 of 122 1 1.1 INTRODUCTION TO STORM EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION The STORM terminal provides communication with the public telephone network via the INMARSAT Global Area Network (GAN). The INMARSAT GAN consists of 4 satellites positioned above the equator. These satellites are in a geo stationary orbit over the Atlantic Ocean West, Atlantic Ocean East, Indian Ocean and the Pacific Region to provide optimal global coverage. The satellites and what they mean to a STORM operator are covered later in this chapter in Satellite Coverage. Figure 1-1 STORM and Accessories The STORM comprises of an Outdoor Unit (ODU) (a flat panel antenna with integrated Radio Frequency (RF) transceiver) and a data terminal or Indoor Unit (IDU). Figure 1-2 STORM IDU Removal Page 8 of 122 For compact storage the IDU resides in the back of the ODU, encased by the support tray as in Figure 1-2. The IDU incorporates: • • • • 1.2 Telephone handset Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and keypad Rechargeable batteries SIM Card Reader FEATURES The STORM terminal offers the following interfaces to the public telephone network: • • • • • • • ISDN port which provides High Quality voice or data connections of speeds up to 64kbps Configurable X21 port for data connections Two RJ11 type ports for connection of telephones, fax machines and low speed modems Expansion port for 128kbps ISDN bonding of two STORM terminals using our proprietary Bonding Cable Configurable RS449 port USB port (not yet implemented) 9 pin RS232 port for communication with a PC running a 32 bit Microsoft Windows operating system (Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000 and Millennium Edition) Figure 1-3 STORM Terminal Connections The terminal also has a DC socket for powering the unit and charging the batteries and an RF socket to connect to the ODU. This extensive collection of features means that the STORM terminal is suited to a wide variety of applications. Page 9 of 122 Figure 1-4 Storm Terminal Connectivity Examples The terminal incorporates a display and keypad for normal operation, and an integrated telephone handset for making voice calls. The unit may also be configured from a PC if it has the STORM Graphical User Interface software installed. 1.3 1.3.1 ASSEMBLY Connecting the ODU to the IDU Figure 1-5 RF Connector locations on rear of IDU and side of ODU Prior to setting up the ODU, it must be connected to the IDU. The coaxial cable provided is used for this purpose. This cable simply connects to the RF connectors on both the IDU and the ODU. These are located as illustrated in Figure 1-5. WARNING: Page 10 of 122 ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE DC SUPPLY IS DISCONNECTED AND THE TERMINAL IS POWERED DOWN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CONNECT/ DISCONNECT THE ODU. 1.3.2 Setting up the ODU The ODU is used to communicate with one of the INMARSAT satellites. It has attached supports allowing the angle and direction of the ODU to be adjusted. This is required because the ODU works on a Line Of Sight (LOS) principle. This means that it must be pointing in the direction of the satellite with no major obstruction between it and the satellite before communications may be initiated. (See Satellite Coverage later in this chapter for more information.) Setting up the ODU involves the following steps. • • • Move the front support leg into position Adjust the ODU to the correct elevation for the satellite Place the ODU on the ground facing the satellite (azimuth) To move the support leg into position, fold it out from its stored position to the position shown in Figure 1-6. Figure 1-6 STORM Support Leg To adjust the elevation (angle) of the ODU, loosen the elevation support screws on both sides and adjust the angle as necessary. When the angle is satisfactory tighten the screws again to hold that position. The elevation required is determined by where you are in the world in relation to the target satellite. How to establish this is explained later in this chapter in Satellite Coverage. Finally, the ODU must be placed on the ground or other suitable surface facing the direction of the satellite. Obtain the azimuth (compass bearing) of the satellite (described later in Satellite Coverage) and using the compass, direct the ODU accordingly. An azimuth of 0° is facing due North. This continues in a clockwise fashion, therefore 90° is due East, 180° is South and 270° is facing due West. 1.3.3 Pole Mount Bracket The STORM terminal is supplied with a pole mount bracket for fixed installations. To fit the bracket to the ODU, you must first remove the IDU housing tray by removing the elevation support screws on either side: Page 11 of 122 The tray may now be removed. Next offer up the face plate of the Pole Mount, aligning the securing tracks with the grooves in the ODU. Slide the face plate along the ODU until centred and tighten to lock into place. The ODU may now be secured to an appropriate pole for permanent installation. The illustration in Bonding. Figure 1-7shows two ODUs secured on a fixed pole for 128k ISDN Note: The Pole Mount illustrated may be different to that supplied. All variants, however, are secured to the ODU in a similar way. Page 12 of 122 Figure 1-7 ODU Fixed Installation 1.3.4 LCD and Keypad The Terminal LCD and Keypad are laid out as shown in Figure 1-8 Figure 1-8 STORM LCD and Keypad • • • The LCD is used for displaying status and other information. The display is 20 characters wide by 4 lines deep The keypad is used for entering a variety of information. Letter and number characters may be entered The Directional Keys are used for navigating the menu structure and for browsing and selecting options and telephone numbers etc. The four function keys perform the following actions. • • • The ON/MENU key is used to power the unit on and off. Holding this key down when the SHIFT key is active will power down the unit. The ENTER key is used to select a menu, menu item or to confirm data entry actions (e.g. adding a telephone number). The SHIFT key is used to change between upper and lower case characters. The LED above the key will be illuminated when SHIFT is on. Page 13 of 122 • 1.3.5 The CANCEL key is used to return to a previous menu or to cancel an item of data. Pressing and holding the CANCEL key for more than 2 seconds will abort the current operation and return you to the start up display. The Display Throughout this manual, the STORM terminal LCD will be represented as follows: This illustration shows common symbols that may be displayed on the LCD. These are, from left to right: • • • • • • • SIM indicator - indicates whether a SIM card is present or not (NOSIM) Battery status - indicates the charge of the batteries Bonding - the arrows indicate that two STORM terminals have been connected via the expansion port and are capable of 128Kbit ISDN bonding Busy – the “egg timer” symbol indicates that the terminal is busy. Wait until it disappears before attempting to use the terminal Terminal Locked - indicates when the terminal has been locked for outgoing calls. You may still receive incoming calls. To gain access, it will be necessary to enter a Personal Identification Number (PIN). See Section 5.6 for more information Incoming Call - Indicates when a call is being received (flashing) Signal Strength - indicates the current signal strength. The more bars visible the stronger the signal All other details on the screen displays in this manual are illustrations only and are not necessarily representative of what the user may observe. 1.3.6 Battery Unit The batteries (2) are housed in the base of the IDU. They can be inserted/removed by unscrewing the 3 thumbscrews at the base of the unit, then folding back the battery cover. WARNING: Page 14 of 122 ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE DC SUPPLY IS DISCONNECTED AND THE TERMINAL IS POWERED DOWN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSERT OR REMOVE THE BATTERIES. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS INSTRUCTION COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY. Figure 1-9 Battery Housing Ensure that the batteries are inserted with the contacts at opposing ends of the battery compartment and that the “step” on the battery casing adjacent to the contacts is clipped under the end of the battery compartment (failure to seat correctly may result in the batteries not being charged). Figure 1-10 Battery Insertion With the Indoor Unit positioned as shown in Figure 1-10, insert the left-hand battery first by inserting at an angle and pressing down gently while pushing to the side. This will ensure that the “step” on the battery is engaged correctly. The right-hand battery should now be similarly fitted, ensuring that the “step” is correctly engaged and the battery spacer is not caught underneath. The battery spacer may now be inserted between the batteries. If the spacer does not fit easily then check that the batteries are correctly seated. STORM uses standard 6V 3600 mAh, Canon type camcorder batteries (e.g. Duracell DR12, Uniross VP320CH).. IMPORTANT: The batteries must be securely seated under the housing lip. This is achieved by inserting them at an angle. Page 15 of 122 The batteries will automatically be charged when the unit is connected to the mains supply and the IDU is switched off. They will be trickle charged when the unit is powered on and idle (not transmitting/receiving). IMPORTANT: Before first use, the batteries should be charged for at least 12 hours. To attach the unit to the mains supply, connect the mains adapter provided to the ”DC in” socket located at the back of the unit. 1.3.7 SIM Card The Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) Card is provided by your network service provider and holds information allowing you to connect to the public telephone network. This information includes the following. • • • • Personal Identification Number (PIN). Your telephone number. Your service provider details. A phone book, in addition to the Storm terminal’s built in phone book. The SIM Card is situated within the battery compartment, as shown in Figure 1-11. This ensures that it is protected from the elements at all times when in use. Figure 1-11 SIM Card Location The SIM Card and its use is covered in more detail in later chapters. 1.4 SATELLITE COVERAGE The STORM Terminal provides communication to the public telephone network via the INMARSAT Satellite Network. There are 4 satellites positioned above the equator: • • • Atlantic Ocean West Atlantic Ocean East Pacific Ocean Region. Page 16 of 122 • Indian Ocean Region The coverage provided by these satellites is illustrated in the following diagram. Normal Coverage Extended (lower quality) Coverage Figure 1-12 INMARSAT Global Area Network Coverage Any of these satellites may be used by the STORM terminal to connect to the telephone network (depending upon your location). In most cases you will have a choice of no more than two serving your location. The coverage provided by each individual satellite is illustrated over the next two pages. These diagrams can be used as a rough guide as to where to aim the ODU. These are for reference only as the STORM terminal has a user-friendly method of providing you with the information necessary to point the ODU correctly. The numbers on the outer circle (0° to 320°) indicate the bearing required to point the ODU at the satellite (e.g. to point the ODU from the UK, the IDU will indicate a bearing of approximately 197 degrees). The numbers on the inner rings indicate the elevation, i.e. how high in the sky the ODU should be directed. Page 17 of 122 1.4.1 Atlantic Ocean East 1.4.2 Atlantic Ocean West Page 18 of 122 1.4.3 Indian Ocean Region 1.4.4 Pacific Ocean Region Page 19 of 122 1.5 SATELLITE SEARCH The STORM terminal will automatically search for a signal when instructed. As it works on Line of Sight (LOS) the ODU must be pointed in the satellite’s general direction without obstructions. This is illustrated in Figure 1-13. Figure 1-13 Line of Site Principles There are two parameters that provide you with enough information to aim the ODU. • • The direction of the ODU to the satellite – the Bearing (Azimuth) The angle of the ODU to the satellite – the Elevation Instructions for adjusting these two parameters can be found in Section 2.7.5. These parameters can be obtained in different ways. • • • The diagrams on the previous pages may be used to give an indication of the bearing and elevation. You can select your location by name on the Storm terminal or the PC software and the bearing and elevation will be calculated for you - RECOMMENDED. If you know your latitude and longitude you can enter them into the terminal, or the PC software, and the bearing and elevation will be calculated for you. You can aim the ODU using the following procedures: • • Adjust the elevation by moving the main support leg on the ODU as explained in Section 1.3.2. Adjust the bearing (direction) by using the compass attached to the ODU. Page 20 of 122 Having found a suitable site, and set the ODU to the displayed Bearing and Elevation settings, you now slowly move it to obtain the strongest signal by listening to the change in audible tone on the ODU and/or looking at the displayed signal level values on the Indoor Unit. Rotate the ODU slowly in compass bearing (azimuth) and listen for the repetition rate to peak. Repeat with the elevation. The "peak" can have a considerable angular range at this stage. You may now enter “zoom” mode by pressing the ENTER key on the IDU or pressing the green button located on the side of the ODU once. The green button flashes to indicate "zoom" mode is in operation. This allows fine-tuning of the antenna for improved signal quality. Slowly adjust the ODU in bearing and elevation to obtain either a maximum display reading and/or the highest pitched "beep" – the highest signal level. Note: pressing the green button on the ODU to change pointing modes is often more convenient than returning to the IDU since there could be some distance between them. With a little experience the whole pointing operation can be completed at the Outdoor Unit. Check that the following signal levels have been obtained: • • At least 50 for Voice services At least 60 for ISDN services IMPORTANT: A low signal strength will adversely affect the battery life. It is therefore essential to ensure that the best possible signal is achieved if batteries are to be used. If you have obtained a strong enough signal, tighten the Elevation hand screws and confirm the "Ok" by either pressing the ENTER key on the IDU or the green button on the ODU. The terminal can be used to search for a signal in two ways: • • Unattended Mode Manual Mode In unattended mode it is assumed that the ODU has been previously pointed at the satellite and requires no further intervention apart from the confirmation of satellite selection. In Manual Mode you will be asked to follow a set of instructions to select, search for and set a satellite signal. A detailed step by step instruction on how to obtain a satellite signal is provided in Section 2.5. 1.6 ACCOMPANYING SOFTWARE The Storm Terminal can be operated from the front panel or from a PC. If a PC is used then the STORM configuration software must be installed prior to use. You may find a PC more beneficial, especially when setting up phone book addresses. The installation of the software is described in Chapter 6 – PC SETUP. Page 21 of 122 1.7 EXTERNAL DEVICES Various devices can be connected to the STORM Terminal for the provision of Voice or Data communications. Please refer to the individual device’s accompanying user manuals for information on how to configure these. Page 22 of 122 Chapter 2 Getting Ready for Use Powering Up • Logging On • Unblocking the SIM Card • Satellite Search • Manual Search • Unattended Search • Terminal Idle • First Voice Call • Short Dial Codes • On Hook Dialling • Page 23 of 122 2 GETTING READY FOR USE This chapter illustrates how to prepare the STORM terminal ready to make a call. It is assumed that the IDU has been connected to the ODU and has a source of power (battery or mains). Connecting the IDU to the ODU is illustrated in Figure 1-5 in Chapter 1. 2.1 POWERING UP When the unit is connected to the mains, it will enter a standby state. If batteries are inserted and functioning correctly, the terminal will automatically start charging while in the Standby state (DC power applied and the terminal switched off). To power up the terminal, press and hold the ON/MENU key on the front of the unit. 2.2 LOGGING ON Before you start to use the terminal, you must log on at the appropriate level to identify yourself as a valid user. You will need your Personal Identification Number (PIN) to be able to log on. Your Distributor or Service Provider will supply the initial PIN(s). The STORM terminal operates under four different access levels, each of which has a different PIN (Level <None> has no PIN). Each level has access to different facilities. The following access levels are available: • • • • None – Unattended Mode User – access to basic functions but unable to change standard configurations Owner – access to terminal configurations Dealer – allows the Dealer to configure the terminal for individual customers needs. If a SIM Card is inserted in the terminal then authentication for “user access level” is against the SIM CHV1 (CardHolder Verification 1) PIN code and NOT against the terminal. For higher access levels with a SIM Card inserted, the SIM PIN AND the terminal Access PIN are required. When you initially log on you will need to identify to the terminal the level at which you wish to log on. To do this you must precede the PIN with one of the following characters: • • User – none Owner - # Page 24 of 122 • • Dealer - * SIM – none Once logged on, the characters must not be used when changing the PIN or Access Level. The terminal only requires these characters to initially identify the level of access required. There are four circumstances that you may be logged on under. • • • • No SIM Card inserted - you should log on using the terminal PIN. No SIM Card inserted, terminal blocked – you will need to have a terminal unblock code available to be able to proceed. You should contact your dealer to obtain this code. SIM Card inserted - you should log on using a PIN valid for the SIM Card A blocked SIM Card is inserted - you will need to have a SIM unblock code available to be able to proceed. You should contact your Service Provider to obtain this code. Throughout this document the terms “operator” or “user” will be used to indicate the person using the terminal. The STORM terminal is shipped with default PINs of 1111 for User and 2222 for Owner. IMPORTANT: 2.2.1 The default PINs should be changed to ensure the security of the terminal. Logging On - No SIM Card Present If no SIM Card is inserted, after the power up sequence is complete, you will be asked to provide a PIN that is valid for that terminal. To log on to the terminal, enter the PIN using the numeric keypad, ensuring that you enter # as the first digit (e.g. #2222) if you are logging on as Owner. Once you have entered all digits of your PIN, press the ENTER key. If you have entered a valid PIN, you will enter the satellite search sequence described later in this chapter. Should you make a mistake entering the PIN, the following will be displayed: Re-enter the correct PIN to continue. IMPORTANT: Should the PIN be entered incorrectly 5 (five) times, the terminal will be blocked. Take care to enter the PIN correctly. Page 25 of 122 2.2.2 Logging On – SIM Card Present If a valid, unblocked SIM Card is present in the terminal, after the power up sequence you will be asked to enter a PIN that is valid for that SIM Card. Enter your SIM Card PIN by using the numeric keypad, and press the ENTER key. You do not need to precede the number with the # key. IMPORTANT: Should you enter the SIM PIN incorrectly 5 (five) times, the SIM Card will be blocked. Take care to enter your PIN correctly. Upon valid entry of the PIN, the next stage is to perform the Satellite Search sequence, described in Section 2.6. 2.3 UNBLOCKING THE TERMINAL If the terminal has been blocked (e.g. 5 (five) incorrect PIN entries), you must obtain an unblock code from your dealer. For this to be generated, you must provide the terminal’s Serial Number and Inmarsat Serial Number. When attempting to log on, you will be prompted for the Unblock Code. This will indicate whether the blocked PIN is for the User or the Owner. Enter the unblock code using the numeric keypad, and press the ENTER key when complete. If the unblock code is valid, you will then be asked to set a new PIN number. Decide upon a new PIN and enter it here. You should make sure that you remember this new PIN, as 5 (five) incorrect entries will result in the terminal being blocked again. You will be asked to confirm the new PIN after you entered it. Simply re-enter the PIN you selected and hit ENTER. 2.4 UNBLOCKING THE SIM CARD If the SIM Card has been blocked (e.g. 5 (five) incorrect PIN entries), you should obtain a SIM unblock code from your Service Provider. The Service Provider will require certain information including the SIM Card serial number to be able to provide you with this code. Page 26 of 122 After the power on sequence, if a blocked SIM Card is present, you will be prompted for the SIM unblock code. Enter the unblock code using the numeric keypad, and press the ENTER key when complete. If the unblock code entered is valid, you will be asked to set a new SIM PIN. Decide upon a new PIN and enter it here. You should ensure that you remember this new PIN, as 5 (five) incorrect entries will result in the SIM Card being blocked again. You will be asked to confirm the new PIN after you entered it. Simply re-enter the PIN you selected and hit ENTER. Once the PIN has been successfully changed, you will be presented with a confirmation message. Press any key on the numeric keypad to remove this announcement and start the satellite search. 2.5 NO ODU CONNECTED If you log on without connecting the ODU, the following message will be displayed after a short period of time: If you select Yes, the IDU will attempt to calibrate and the following failure report will be displayed: You may view the rest of the message by using the scroll down key. The terminal must be switched off and on again to continue. If you select No, the terminal will allow you to view/change those facilities available to your access level. 2.6 SATELLITE SEARCH After successfully logging on, a satellite must be selected and located to communicate with. Page 27 of 122 There are two modes of operation for searching for a satellite, these are: • Mobile Mode This is for use when finding a satellite from a new location, or if the ODU has been moved since the last connection. This mode can also be used to select a different satellite from that currently selected. • Fixed Mode This is for use when it is known that the ODU is pointing at a satellite. For example, when the ODU is fixed to a building, and it has already been aimed at a satellite. To change the mode of operation, select ANTENNA MOUNTING from the Set up phone menu. The satellite search can be initiated from the main menu at any time. • • • Enter the main menu by pressing the MENU key. Scroll down until you reach the Set Up Phone option by repeatedly pressing the DOWN arrow key. Press ENTER to select this. Select Seek Satellite from within this menu. A menu map for this function is shown in Chapter 3. 2.7 MOBILE SEARCH If you have not used the terminal before, the Mobile Mode satellite search starts with the following display. By pressing ENTER, you will then be presented with the first stage in searching for the satellite. 2.7.1 Specifying Your Location The menu displays a list of continents for you to select from. It also has a Latitude/Longitude option. If you know these (for example if you have a GPS system) you can enter your latitude and longitude directly (see Section 2.7.2). Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to scroll through the list and press ENTER to select it. You may also use the keypad to enter a letter as a shortcut. If the letter you wish to use is not the first listed on the keypad then simply tap it the number of times necessary to select it (i.e. if you need to select the letter “k” then tap the appropriate key twice). Having selected a continent, a list of countries will be displayed for you to select from. Page 28 of 122 Select the country in the same way you selected the continent. You will then be presented with a list of locations (towns, cities etc.). Select the one closest to where you are. If you specified your location in this manner, skip Entering your Coordinates and go to Section 2.7.3. 2.7.2 Entering your Coordinates Having selected Latitude/Longitude as your preferred method of specifying your location, you will first be prompted for your latitude. The latitude ranges from 90° North (the North Pole) through 0° (the equator) to 90° South (the South Pole). Enter your latitude using the numeric keypad, using the UP and DOWN arrow keys to toggle between North and South. Once you are satisfied, press ENTER to store it and move on to entering your longitude. The longitude ranges from 180° West through 0° (Greenwich, London) to 180° East. Enter your longitude using the numeric keys, using the UP and DOWN arrow keys to toggle between West and East. Press ENTER to store it when you are satisfied. Page 29 of 122 2.7.3 Selecting a Satellite Having entered your location, the terminal will highlight the one with the strongest potential signal strength. You are strongly recommended to use this unless you do not have line of site to the satellite (Figure 1-13). Select a satellite using the arrow keys as with other menus and press ENTER to confirm your choice. The procedure in Section 2.7.4 must be followed if you do not have a SIM card or the terminal is being operated for the first time. Otherwise it may be skipped and the procedure in Section 2.7.5 followed. 2.7.4 Choose Service Provider This procedure must be followed if you do not have a SIM card, the terminal is being operated for the first time or the satellite has been changed. Having selected the satellite, the screen will display: Pressing ENTER will display the following: Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to scroll to Change provider and press ENTER to select. You will now be presented with the following choices: The Preferred providers option is for use with SIM cards only. Highlight Allowed providers, press ENTER to display the following: To choose your provider highlight Select provider and press ENTER. The following will then be displayed: Page 30 of 122 Use the Up and DOWN arrow keys to select the provider and press ENTER. Select Set as default and press ENTER. The following screen will be displayed to confirm the choice of provider: Pressing the ENTER key will immediately take you to the procedure for Pointing the ODU. 2.7.5 Pointing the ODU Having selected a satellite and a Service Provider, the unit will display the directional information allowing you to point the ODU. Searching for AOR-E alternates with Point antenna during the satellite search. You can exit the satellite search at any time by pressing and holding the Cancel key. While this screen is displayed, the terminal is trying to locate a signal from the selected satellite. The ODU now has to be aimed using the Bearing and Elevation data provided. Firstly, you should adjust the Bearing (the compass direction that the ODU is facing). The ODU has a compass built in, located on top of the RF transceiver at the back of the flat panel. Ensure that the IDU is removed from the ODU housing and that the compass is level otherwise an incorrect reading may be given. Page 31 of 122 Figure 2-1 ODU Compass Location The Bearing starts at 0° which is facing due North, then increases clockwise with 90° facing East, 180° being South, and 270° facing West as illustrated. The Searching for AOR-E screen will indicate the direction immediately after Bearing. Figure 2-2 Bearing in relation to compass points In the example shown, the terminal recommends a bearing of 197°, which is approximately South (180°). Therefore, the ODU should be directed such that the face of the ODU points South. IMPORTANT: The compass must be kept level to provide an accurate reading. Once the direction has been aligned, you must adjust the angle of the ODU to the ground - the elevation. In the example, the elevation is 29 degrees. To adjust the angle, you need to loosen both the screws holding the main support arm to the ODU. The elevation scale is on the left-hand side of the ODU. Page 32 of 122 Figure 2-3 ODU Elevation Gradients Adjust the leg until it is at the elevation indicated by the terminal then re-tighten the screws. At this point, the ODU should be aimed roughly at the satellite. When the terminal picks up a signal from the satellite, the display will alternate between: On pressing the ENTER key, the display will then alternate between: To accept the current settings, press the ENTER key. If you wish to try again then highlight Try again by use of the right arrow key and press ENTER. This will return you to the main Satellite Menu. The bar is a visual indication of the strength of the signal. The strength is also displayed numerically with a value ranging from 0 for no signal to 100 for an excellent signal. Peak indicates the best signal found so far during this session. You should adjust the bearing and elevation tiny amounts to maximise the signal strength. The ODU may be aimed remotely from the terminal by utilising the audible “heart beat”. Initially this will be a slow and steady beat. When the signal is strong enough for STORM to find and recognise the satellite, the sound changes firstly to a regular one-second repetitive beep then to a faster repetition. Press the green button located on the side of the ODU once. The button will flash to indicate “zoom” mode is in operation. The audible signal is more Page 33 of 122 sensitive to direction in “zoom” mode. Adjust the ODU in azimuth and elevation to obtain either a maximum display reading and/or the highest pitched “buzz” – the highest signal. When you are satisfied that you have obtained the best signal you can, press the ENTER key on the IDU or the green button on the ODU. The display will confirm the selection. Tip: Pressing the green button on the ODU to activate aiming whilst rotating the ODU is often more convenient since it could be some distance away from the IDU. With a little experience the whole pointing operation can be completed at the ODU. The terminal will now automatically select the Spot Beam and complete the Ocean Region registration. Tip: If, for any reason, you do not wish to use the audible “heart beat” then you should use the STORM GUI software to point the ODU as this provides the facility to switch this off (See Section 6.6.4 for further information). 2.8 TERMINAL IDLE The terminal is now ready for calls to be made. You can now make a voice or data call. • • • Dial the number manually and use the handset on the terminal. Access the address book and use the handset on the terminal. Plug in an external device (e.g. ISDN) to make a call. You may connect an ISDN terminal adapter on a PC to the ISDN port on the terminal at this point to make a data call (e.g. connecting to the Internet or a remote company network). See the Quick Start Guide for information on how to configure a PC for Dial-up Networking. 2.9 FIRST VOICE CALL Later chapters will illustrate how to make use of the many features of the terminal, such as using the address book to make calls. Page 34 of 122 To make an analogue voice call, simply lift the handset and start dialling the number using the numeric keypad. Once you have dialled the number, press the # key to start the call (# is used to indicate that the call string is complete). IMPORTANT: YOU MUST DIAL THE COMPLETE TELEPHONE NUMBER THAT YOU ARE TRYING TO REACH, I.E. THE COUNTRY CODE, ANY AREA CODE REQUIRED FOR THE REGION IN THE COUNTRY, AND THEN THE NUMBER ITSELF. For example 0044 1622 123456# where 0044 is the country code, 1622 is the area code less the leading 0, 123456 is the telephone number and # is the number complete indicator. IMPORTANT: IF THE DEVICE CONNECTED TO THE STORM DOES NOT HAVE THE # KEY THEN THE NUMBER MUST BE PRECEDED BY 902. 2.10 SHORT DIAL CODES STORM allows you to use short dial codes to dial numbers in the Phone Book. If you know the Phone Book entry number then simply precede this with the “star code” **, key in the number and press the ENTER key. The stored telephone number will then be called. The display will show the name associated with the phone book entry number. The Phone Book is covered in more detail in Section 3.4 2.11 ON HOOK DIALLING A special feature of STORM is the On Hook Dialling facility for devices connected to the X.21 or RS449 ports. This allows the user to attach equipment that does not have the capability to remotely initiate a call. To use this facility, a “special star” code, *89*, must first be entered immediately followed by the telephone number required: For more information on setting up X.21 and RS449 ports, please refer to Section 5.1. Page 35 of 122 Page 36 of 122 Chapter 3 Basic Terminal Functions Introduction • Main Menu Map • Menu Function Summary • Phone Book Menu • Last Calls Made • Last Calls Received • Default Net Provider • Stand-alone Operator • Time & Date • Unattended/Manual • Lock/Unlock • Language • Page 37 of 122 3 BASIC TERMINAL FUNCTIONS This chapter describes basic operations that can be performed from the main menu on the Storm terminal. It also introduces you to various nomenclatures used and explains their concept and operation. 3.1 INTRODUCTION Before attempting to change the default configuration of the terminal, it is important to understand the essential elements necessary to achieve this. The following paragraphs briefly describe these. 3.1.1 Inmarsat Mobile Number (IMN) Explained A single terrestrial telephone number can share various services (e.g. voice, fax and data) and is solely dependent upon the equipment that “accepts” the call. The Inmarsat Network, however, assigns a unique telephone number for each service and then associates it with the Terminal Identifier (TID) of the equipment capable of receiving it. These may include: • • • • • • • Up to 3 telephones attached to the terminal. Each telephone may have it’s own telephone number. A fax machine attached. This would require it’s own dedicated telephone number. A modem attached. Again this would require it’s own dedicated telephone number. A video conferencing telephone attached via the ISDN port. High speed data interfaces. Telephone numbers for high quality speech. Telephone numbers for standard quality speech. These telephone numbers are called Inmarsat Mobile Numbers (IMN). To further confuse the casual user, a particular device may have more than one IMN allocated to it. For example if there is only one handset then this may have all voice calls routed to it (Standard Voice and High Quality Voice). 3.1.2 Call Types Explained The Inmarsat Global Area Network provides a comprehensive service to allow you to make and receive various types of voice and data related calls. These call types and their meanings are: • • • • • 3.1.3 Std Voice – Standard analogue voice. HQ Voice – High quality voice. fax/modem – Used for analogue devices such as fax machines and modems. 64k HSD – 64k High Speed Data. 56K HSD – 56k High Speed Data. Ports Explained A port is the physical link to the various devices that may be connected to the terminal. STORM provides the following ports: • • • • • • • ISDN port which provides High Quality voice or data connections of speeds up to 64kbps. Configurable X.21 port. Two RJ11 type ports for connection of telephones and fax machines. Expansion port for 128kbps ISDN Bonding of two STORM terminals. Configurable RS449 port. USB port. 9 pin RS232 port for communication with a PC and other devices. Page 38 of 122 These are identified on the terminal’s display as the following: The terminal handset Telephone port 1 Telephone port 2 RS449 port X.21 port Bonding port ISDN equipment with no MSN defined ISDN equipment with MSN set to 50 3.1.4 Terminal Identifier (TID) The Terminal Identifier (TID) helps to identify the call type that should be used for a particular IMN number. The TID is unique to a particular IMN for the terminal. A port, however, may be assigned more than one TID. For example, if you wish to route all voice calls to a telephone port then the port may be allocated an IMN and associated TID for Standard Voice and another for High Quality Voice. To simplify the correct allocation of TIDs, they are grouped according to their call type as follows: TID 1-80 81-96 97-112 113-144 145-254 255 Call Type Standard voice 64k data Analogue data (fax/modem) 56k Data High Quality voice SIM Standard voice The relationship between the IMN and the TID is critical for the successful routing of the correct call type to the appropriate device. Should you wish to add an IMN then you must know the following before proceeding: • • • • • Name – This should reflect the service that the IMN is set up for (i.e. HQ Voice) and is user configurable. IMN – Provided by your dealer or service provider. Call type – whether standard voice, data etc. TID – normally provided by your dealer or service provider. If it is not then the next available TID on the terminal for the particular service should be used (i.e. 4 – Standard Voice). Always ensure that the TID is a decimal and not a hexadecimal number (consult with your Dealer if you are unsure). Port – the physical port that you want to route the incoming call to. An example of the foregoing may be: • • • • • Name IMN Call type TID Port - Fax - 600003429 - fax/modem - 98 (97 already in use) Telephone Port 1 Page 39 of 122 The way the IMNs are stored in the terminal ensures that the relationship between call type and TID is always seen. Therefore it is always easy to see the telephone number which a particular port answers. These numbers and their associated call type and TID will be set up by your Dealer when registering the terminal. You should not normally be required to add or amend them. 3.1.5 Multiple Subscriber Number (MSN) Explained The introduction of ISDN provided the capability of connecting numerous devices to an individual ISDN line. For this facility to function correctly and the incoming call to be identified by the correct device, the device must have the capability to identify itself explicitly. This is achieved by allocating a unique number to the device (normally user configurable – see devices handbook). This number is the Multiple Subscriber Number (MSN). The device may also be capable of handling different types of calls (e.g. video conferencing & voice) and will have the facility to allocate more than one MSN. It is therefore important to understand how to programme individual ISDN devices to ensure that they are routed correctly when connected to the STORM terminal. You should refer to the individual device’s manual before attempting to add or amend any ISDN equipment settings on the terminal. 3.2 MAIN MENU MAP The main menu is accessed when the terminal is powered on and in the idle condition (i.e. no call) by pressing the ON/MENU key. The following diagram illustrates the structure of the main menu: 1 Phone book Phone numbers 2 Last calls made 3 Last calls received Set up Phone 5 Seek satellite 4 Inmarsat mobile numbers 6 Default net provider 7 Time & Date 8 Lock Phone 9 Antenna mounting 10 Hardware ports Advanced 11 Call mapping 12 Maintenance 13 Power saving 16 Language Page 40 of 122 English French Italian Spanish 14 Call Meters 15 Access Level To use the menu system: • • • • • Press ON/MENU to access the highest level menu. Use the UP and DOWN keys to scroll through the list of available items. Press the ENTER key to select the highlighted menu item. To return to the previous selection, press the CANCEL key. To return directly to the main menu, press the * key. A typical example is shown below. 3.3 MENU FUNCTION SUMMARY 1 Phone book Section 3.4 This menu provides access to numbers stored in the SIM Card memory or the phone memory. You can add, edit and delete entries in the phone book. 2 Last calls made Provides details of calls made from the terminal. Section 3.5 3 Last calls received Provides details of calls received by the terminal. Section 3.6 4 INMARSAT Mobile Number (IMN) Section 3.7 Allows the authorised user to add Inmarsat Mobile Numbers that are required to permit incoming calls to be accepted. 5 Seek satellite Section 2.6 Use this option to locate and communicate with a satellite. 6 Default Net Provider Section 3.8 Used to specify a default service provider to use in the current ocean region. 7 Time & Date Allows setting of the current time and date. 8 Lock/Unlock phone Section 3.10 Used to lock or unlock the terminal. If locked, no outgoing call may be made 9 Antenna mounting Section 3.11 Used to lock or unlock the terminal. If locked, no outgoing calls may be made. 10 Hardware Ports Section 5.1 From here you can alter the configuration of the Hardware Ports (e.g. ISDN, telephone1/2 etc.) including the default destination telephone number. Section 3.9 Page 41 of 122 3.4 11 Call mapping Section 5.2 This option is used to view the call types to a specific port. 12 Maintenance Allows the operator to view terminal statistics. 13 Power Saving Section 5.4 This option allows you to switch on/off the LEDs and the display backlight. 14 Call Meters Allows the operator to view the call statistics. 15 Access Section 5.6 Used to set restrictions on the terminal. Also used to change the Access PIN. 16 Language Section 3.12 Used to select the preferred language for the terminals menu system. Section 5.3 Section 5.5 PHONE BOOK MENU Having selected the phone book menu item, you will be presented with a sub menu offering the following options. This sub menu is navigated in the same way as the main menu. 3.4.1 Find Entry by Name Select this item if you wish to search for a phone number in the address book by the name of the entry in the phone book. The screen will show a section of the list of entries in the address book in alphabetical order. This list is navigated in the same way as the main menu. To go straight to an entry you may enter the first few characters of the name using the alphanumeric keypad. For example to find the entry ‘Stuart’ do the following. • • • Press the 7 key 4 times to get the S character, Press the 8 key once to get the T, Press the 8 key twice to get the U. Page 42 of 122 3.4.2 Find entry by code Select Find entry by code if you wish to locate an entry in the phone book by the code assigned. This is operated in a similar way to the Find Entry by Name menu in that it can be navigated by the UP and DOWN keys. To take a shortcut to the entry you require, you may enter all or part of the code using the keypad. The code number may be used as a short dial code to call the number associated with it. See Section 2.10 for more information on this facility. 3.4.3 Entry Selection Having found the required entry by either of the above methods you may press the ENTER key to select the entry and edit the contents. Alternatively, use the UP and DOWN keys to select one of the other options. • Extra information Selecting this option allows you to view and/or edit additional information held against a phone book entry such as E-Mail address, Postal address etc. Use the UP and DOWN keys to scroll through the available extra information. To edit an item of extra information, press ENTER when the desired item is highlighted. It may be edited in the same way as the name or number. The extended character set table is shown in Section 10.2. • Copy entry The selected phone book entry may be duplicated by selecting this option. The terminal will display the first free code number in the phone book, and the available ranges of codes. You may edit the code or simply accept the default by pressing ENTER. Press and hold the CANCEL key if you do not wish to copy the entry. • Call type This allows you to specify the default type of call to use when the phone book entry is called. Use the UP and DOWN arrow keys to select a call type, and press ENTER to accept. If you do not wish to change the call type, press and hold CANCEL. Call types can be standard voice, 64k HSD, 56k HSD, fax/modem or HQ voice. • Number Selecting this allows the telephone number to be edited. Use the alphanumeric keys, the LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys and CANCEL (DELETE) to edit the number. Press Page 43 of 122 the ENTER key to store the modified number. To abandon editing the number without saving the changes, press and hold the CANCEL button for a second. IMPORTANT: If you include the # character then the number will automatically be dialled. To ensure that a call is not made by mistake, it is recommended that the # character is not included • Name This option allows editing of the name associated with the phone book entry. As with editing the number, use the alphanumeric keypad, LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys and CANCEL (DELETE). To store the changes press ENTER or to abandon changes, press and hold CANCEL. • Erase entry Select this option to erase the phone book entry. You will be asked for confirmation. Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to select Keep or Erase, and press ENTER to confirm you selection. If you select erase, a confirmation will be displayed that the entry has been erased. 3.4.4 Add Entry Selecting Add Entry from the Phone book menu allows you to insert additional entries into the phone book. The first step is to enter the telephone number to add. Enter the new telephone number using the keypad in the normal way, and press the ENTER key when satisfied. IMPORTANT: If you include the # character then the number will automatically be dialled. To ensure that a call is not made by mistake, it is recommended that the # character is not included After entering the number, you will be prompted for the name to associate with the entry, enter this in the normal way (use the RIGHT arrow to move to the next character and press ENTER when done). Page 44 of 122 Finally, you are prompted for a code to store the entry against. The default will be the first free entry in the phone book, but this may be edited. If a code is entered that is in use, you will be asked if the existing entry should be overwritten. If you wish to keep this existing entry, selecting Keep for the existing entry will allow a different code to be selected. If a SIM card is inserted, you will be given the option to store the entry on the SIM card or the terminal’s Phone Book. Confirmation will be displayed when the entry has been successfully stored. 3.5 LAST CALLS MADE Selecting Last calls made from the Phone numbers main menu allows you to review a list of calls made recently from the terminal. The terminal displays the telephone numbers of calls made. The most recent call is displayed first. Pressing the ENTER key will display options for the highlighted entry. 3.6 • Add to phone book Select this to add the number to the phone book. This will take you to the enter number screen as covered in Section 3.4.3 but with the telephone number already entered. • Details Select this to view more details of the call such as time, duration & type of call. The details can be browsed using the UP/DOWN keys. LAST CALLS RECEIVED The Last calls received option behaves exactly the same as Last calls made (Section 3.5). This is not available if a SIM card is in use. Page 45 of 122 3.7 INMARSAT MOBILE NUMBERS (IMN) The Inmarsat Mobile Numbers (IMN) are used to receive calls for a particular service/device connected to the terminal. STORM may have several Inmarsat Mobile Numbers (IMN) allocated to it for different call types. For example an IMN may be set up for facsimile transmissions and mapped to one of the 2 external telephone ports (RJ11). Similarly the other port may be set up for High Quality calls. The Inmarsat Mobile Nos option allows you to view, add or edit these numbers. IMPORTANT: 3.7.1 THE IMN CAN ONLY BE ADDED/AMENDED IF THE ACCESS LEVEL IS OWNER OR ABOVE. Adding an Inmarsat Mobile Number Selecting Add entry allows the authorised user to add a new IMN. Once the phone number has been entered and the ENTER key pressed, an appropriate name will be required. The name chosen should reflect the service nature of the IMN. In the following example, the service is Voice IMN. IMPORTANT: ENSURE THAT EACH ENTRY HAS A UNIQUE NAME. The next stage is to select a call type for the IMN: Once the call type has been added, the next available TID for the chosen call type will be displayed. To accept this (recommended), press the ENTER key. If you wish to select another TID then it must be derived from the table in Section 3.1.4: Page 46 of 122 The final stage in setting up the IMN is achieved by selecting a physical port for the IMN. Scroll down the list and select the port required. Only valid ports will be listed for the type of service (e.g. RS449 will not be an option for a standard voice call). Once the selection has been made a confirmation screen will be displayed showing the settings selected. 3.7.2 View and/or Change Inmarsat Mobile Numbers Any previously set IMNs may be listed and edited by selecting the appropriate entry. By selecting Change and pressing ENTER, the entry may be edited or deleted. By highlighting the appropriate line and pressing ENTER, you may amend the entry. All changes will take immediate effect. If you wish to delete an entry then scroll down to the Erase entry option and select it by pressing the ENTER key. You will then be asked to either Keep or Erase the entry. If you select Erase, a confirmation screen will be displayed. Page 47 of 122 If an IMN has not been entered for the associated name, then the following will be displayed: 3.8 DEFAULT NET PROVIDER The Default Net Provider menu is available from the Set Up Phone menu and allows the user to view and set details of the default Service Provider. Default net provider Provider settings Change provider The two options within this menu allow you to: • • Set details of the default service provider. Set details of the terrestrial network identifier for the default service provider. Initially, Default Net Provider will show the details for the currently selected satellite. In the following example it is shown as Ottercom Net. Use the UP and DOWN keys to scroll through the options, and press the ENTER key to change the selected item. 3.8.1 Change Provider Selecting this menu option allows you to define the default service provider for the currently selected satellite. The Preferred provider setting may only be set if a SIM card is in use. Selecting Allowed provider allows you to scroll through the list and press the ENTER key to add, select or remove a provider. Page 48 of 122 These options are only available to the Dealer. Should a User or Owner attempt to access them, they will be presented with the following: 3.8.2 Provider Settings Selecting the Provider Settings allows the user to specify the terrestrial network to route all calls to. If ENTER is pressed when the Terrestrial Network Identifier (TNID) is highlighted on the Provider settings details screen, you may edit the TNID. The current setting will be displayed by default. Use the numeric keypad to enter the TNID for the default service provider. Press ENTER to accept the changes or hold CANCEL to leave the current setting. IMPORTANT: 3.9 The TNID is used by the Service Provider to route calls via a specific terrestrial network and should not normally be changed. Please consult your Dealer for advice before changing this. TIME & DATE The time and date menu allows you to view or update the current settings. On selection of the Time & date menu, the current settings are displayed. Page 49 of 122 Use the arrow keys to select either the time or the date then press ENTER to edit the selected item. Time and date are edited in the normal way with the keypad. The terminal will provide instructions as to the expected format of input. • • The time is expected in 24 hour hh:mm:ss format, i.e. half past 9 in the morning would be entered as 09:30:00 The date is expected in dd/mm//yyyy format, i.e. November 9th 2000 would be entered as 09/11/2000 If the entry is not a valid time or date, it will not be accepted. 3.10 LOCK/UNLOCK The Lock/Unlock option allows you to “secure” the phone and prohibit use for outgoing calls. All incoming calls will continue to be received. To lock and unlock the phone, a PIN code is required. Setting this code is covered in Section 5.6.3. The above example illustrates the phone being locked from an unlocked state. The code should be entered using the keypad, and ENTER pressed when complete. If a valid code has been entered, confirmation of the new state of the phone (locked or unlocked) will be displayed. The “key” will be displayed on the main screen to indicate that the terminal is locked for outgoing calls. Unlocking the phone is a reversal of this process. 3.11 ANTENNA MOUNTING The Antenna mounting option allows the user to select between a Mobile and a Fixed installation. In this context a Fixed installation is one where the antenna is permanently mounted on a pole or other such device and is not intended to be moved. Page 50 of 122 If No is selected then the following message will be displayed: Selecting this option (the default factory setting) will require the user to log on and search for the satellite every time that the terminal is powered on (Mobile). If Yes is selected then the following will be displayed: Selecting this option places the terminal in the Fixed mode. The user is not required to log on or search for the satellite. When powered on, the terminal will automatically search and lock on to the previously set satellite. It will be available for incoming calls. If you wish to make an outgoing call, you will be prompted for the PIN number in the usual way. Should you attempt to access/change any of the settings then the following message will appear: You must now select the Advanced, Access Level, Change access level menu function to log on to the terminal. Select the appropriate level and enter the PIN. IMPORTANT: Do not precede the number with either # or * as these characters do not form part of the PIN. You may find it easier to lift the handset and log on this way rather than navigate through the Menu. Should you wish to revert to a Mobile installation then you must select Antenna mounting and choose No when asked if the antenna is mounted on a pole or building. 3.12 LANGUAGE Use this menu to change the language used to display menu items. Selection of this menu will display a list of available languages. Page 51 of 122 Use the arrow keys to browse the available languages and press ENTER to select the currently required item. After selecting a different language a confirmation screen will be presented. Use the LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys to alternate between languages, and press ENTER to confirm the selection. The languages currently supported by STORM are English (default), French, Spanish and Italian. Page 52 of 122 Chapter 4 In Call Functions Call in Progress Menu • Ending a Call • Call Duration Limit • Call Failures Page 53 of 122 4 IN CALL FUNCTIONS While a call is in progress the terminal displays the type of call, the number (or phone book name) if available, and the duration of the call. 4.1 CALL IN PROGRESS MENU To bring up the in call menu, press the CANCEL key during the call. Call in progress Continue Hang up Use the arrow keys and ENTER to select. 4.2 ENDING A CALL The call may be terminated by selecting Hang up from the Call in progress menu. If this was selected by mistake then press either Continue or the CANCEL key to continue with the call. 4.3 CALL DURATION LIMIT A call may also be forced to end if it has exceeded the call duration limit that has been set on the terminal (see Section 5.5). The terminal will display a warning before the call is ended allowing you to politely end the call. 4.4 CALL FAILURES There are numerous occasions when a call may fail to connect. Should this occur, you will be presented with information relating to the failure. Should you continue to experience difficulties, you should contact your Dealer or Service Provider for advice. The following are examples of such reports. The information may be scrolled depending upon the type of problem encountered. Inmarsat Failure Codes are listed in Section 8.2. Page 54 of 122 Chapter 5 Advanced Functions Hardware Ports • Call Mapping • Maintenance • Power Saving • Call Meters • Access Page 55 of 122 5 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 5.1 HARDWARE PORTS The Hardware Ports menu allows the user to scroll through the list of hardware ports, select one and view or modify it. This provides the capability of adding or re-directing a particular IMN (telephone number) to another port for incoming calls. Hardware Ports Add hardware Settings Remove Hardware Before attempting to add or change the Port Settings, you should ensure that the appropriate IMN has been set up for the port that you will be adding/changing. Refer to Section 3.7.1 for information on how to achieve this. The Factory Default list for the Hardware Ports is: • • • • • • • • • • • • • Handset Telephone Port 1 Telephone Port 2 Expansion Port Bonding Slave ISDN ISDN MSN 10 ISDN MSN 11 ISDN MSN 12 ISDN MSN 20 ISDN MSN 30 ISDN MSN 40 ISDN MSN 50 The Bonding Slave is not user configurable. Should you wish to set the terminal up to receive Bonded calls then refer to Section 9.2 on how to achieve this. Should you wish to add a new ISDN device then you must select ISDN and enter the appropriate MSN of the device you wish to use. Please refer to the device’s handbook for further information on the MSN. Tip: The occasional user may find it more beneficial to use the PC GUI hardware wizard rather than the terminal’s MMI (Section 6.9.3). The port mapping is normally set up by your Dealer or service provider prior to delivery and should not normally be modified. Please consult your Dealer should you wish to do so. Selecting an option will allow you to add, remove, view and/or amend the settings. 5.1.1 Add Hardware Page 56 of 122 When the Add hardware option is selected, the following sequence is followed. It is a set of questions designed to allow the user to easily add new equipment or change the configuration of existing equipment: Add Hardware Menu New ISDN device Select Port Receive Calls? Enter ISDN MSN No Yes Select IMN IMN used by another port Replace? Select Call Type Make Calls? Outgoing call type is different Change Outgoing Call Type? Port Settings Menu 5.1.1.1 Select Port The first step in adding hardware is to select the physical port you wish to connect the hardware to. Page 57 of 122 If you wish to add an ISDN device then you can optionally enter the MSN of the ISDN device. 5.1.1.2 Enter ISDN MSN When you select the ISDN port without an MSN, you will be prompted for the MSN of the ISDN device. If the ISDN device does not have an MSN assigned to it then the user can enter 0 and an MSN will not be used to communicate with the device. 5.1.1.3 Receive Calls? Once you have selected the appropriate port, you will be asked if you wish to receive calls on this port. Selecting Yes will allow you to select from the list of IMN names already programmed into the terminal. These do not have an associated IMN which must be added before proceeding (see Section 3.7.1). You will now be presented with the options in Section 5.1.1.4. IMPORTANT: 5.1.1.3.1 You must ensure that an IMN has been programmed for the associated name otherwise the hardware port may be unable to receive calls. Select Call Type If you do not wish to receive calls on the selected port then you will be asked to select the outgoing call type. Only call types that are supported by the port selected will be displayed. When you select the call type you wish to associate with outgoing calls on the port selected, it will immediately be associate this with port. In the above example std voice calls will be made from telephone port 1. Page 58 of 122 5.1.1.4 Select IMN This option allows you to select the IMN that the port will answer. Only IMNs that the port supports are displayed. More than one IMN may be allocated to a port. Selecting the highlighted option will allocate the IMN name to the port indicated. In the above example, the IMN called Voice port 1 will now be directed to Telephone port 1. If the selected IMN is already associated with another hardware port then the following screen will be displayed: If you select the Replace option in the above example, all incoming calls associated with the IMN Voice port 1 will immediately be routed to the currently selected port. Telephone port 2 will not longer receive calls for this number. If you select Keep then you will be returned to the list of IMNs to allow you to choose a different number. If there are no compatible IMNs available for the port selected, you will be advised of this. You may add an IMN (see Section 3.7.1) or leave unallocated. If you do not associate an IMN, the terminal will not be able to accept incoming calls on the selected port. You may, however, make outgoing calls. 5.1.1.5 Make Calls? Once the appropriate choices have been made for Received calls, you must now decide if you wish to make calls from the selected port. Selecting Yes will map the call type associated with Received calls to the selected port. In the above example, telephone port 1 will make calls of the type associated with the IMN selected in Section 5.1.1.3. The default is always to make and receive the same call type for an individual port. If you select No, the Configuration Menu will display unknown. You will then be required to set up the configuration options manually. 5.1.1.5.1 Change Outgoing Call Type? If the default Outgoing Call type of the port is different to the call type selected via the IMN then you will be asked if you wish to use the new call type. Page 59 of 122 Selecting Yes will then present you with the Configuration Menu options. These options may also be accessed by selecting Settings from the Hardware Port menu and highlighting the appropriate hardware port (see Section 5.1.2) 5.1.2 Settings The Settings menu allows the user to view/amend the current settings for an individual port. Scroll down the list, highlight the hardware port you wish to view and press the ENTER key. This will immediately take you to the Configuration menu. 5.1.2.1 Configuration Selecting Config for the highlighted port will allow you to view or modify any of the individual settings. The options presented will depend upon the hardware port selected: • Handset Standard or High Quality Voice. • Telephone ports 1 and 2 Fax/modem in addition to Standard or HQ Voice. See Section 9.1 for an example. • X.21 Select the protocol required. • RS449 • Expansion Port Select the protocol required. See Section 9.3 for an example on how to set up the RS449 port. This should be set as none. See Section 9.2 for instructions on how to set up an ISDN bonded call. • Bonding Slave No options. This port sets up automatically. See Section 9.2 for instructions on how to set up an ISDN bonded call. • ISDN 56k and 64k High Speed Data (HSD) in addition to Standard or High Quality Voice and fax/modem. It should be noted that the ISDN list could be extensive and is solely dependent upon the amount of devices configured. The simplest option is for the handset. Only standard or high quality voice may be directed to this port. Select the appropriate option by highlighting it and pressing the ENTER key. The following configuration options are only available for the X.21, RS449 and Expansion ports. They should only be changed by an experienced user. Page 60 of 122 • • • Set as number - This allows you to set the configuration for the selected hardware port. The number entered is derived from the state of the individual properties of each pin for a particular port. Please contact customer support for further information. Advanced config - The options presented to you either toggle when selected or present you with a further editing screen. Some options will be on by default and may only change when another option is selected instead. The options available are application specific. Please contact customer support for further information. Protocol name(s) – the terminal may be pre-configured for specific types of equipment or protocols. The following are the currently available protocols: • DTR/RRI, UDI (RS449) The terminal will attempt to auto dial a pre-stored number when DTR on the connected device is set high. The terminal will raise RRI when an incoming call is received for this port. • No DTR, RRI Only, UDI (RS449) The user must use the on-hook dialling facility to establish an outgoing call (see Section 2.11). The terminal will raise RRI when an incoming call is received for this port. DTR will be ignored. • C/I, UDI (X.21) The terminal will attempt to auto dial a pre-stored number when C on the connected device is set high. The terminal will raise I when an incoming call is received for this port. • No C, I only, UDI (X.21) The user must use the on-hook dialling facility to establish an outgoing call (see Section 2.11). The terminal will raise I when an incoming call is received for this port. C will be ignored. These may be added to as new equipment configurations are identified. For an example on how to set up the RS449 port, refer to Section 9.3. 5.1.2.2 Telephone Number The Tel no. screen shows the currently assigned IMN for the hardware port selected. In the above example, the handset will ring if a call is received with the Voice handset IMN. All calls made from the handset will be identified by the IMN associated with the Voice handset. This may also be used for billing purposes (see Section 5.1.2.3). If no IMN is assigned then the screen will display unknown. You may then assign an appropriate IMN for the port selected: Page 61 of 122 Highlight the IMN you wish to allocate to the port and press ENTER. 5.1.2.3 Bill To The Bill to option is used to indicate to the network the “identity” of the call and may be used for billing purposes. This is useful if more than one person is sharing a terminal and wishes to use his “own” IMN to indicate to the called party who is calling. Select from the available list of IMN names. 5.1.2.4 Autodial The Auto Dial function is only available for X.21 and RS449 ports. This allows the terminal to call the associated telephone number when the appropriate signal is received from the connected device (i.e. DTR high). Select X.21 or RS449 and scroll down until Autodial is highlighted and press ENTER. You may now enter or edit the telephone number to be dialled and press ENTER to accept. IMPORTANT: Page 62 of 122 You must ensure that the number includes the # otherwise the call will not be made. 5.1.2.5 Enable/Disable This option allows the user to enable or disable the port if applicable. Possible states are yes, no or unknown. When displayed, the terminal will attempt to identify if a telephone is connected to the port indicated. The result of this check will be indicated. Therefore if yes is shown a telephone has been identified. This option can be used to permanently enable external devices connected to the telephone ports that cannot be detected by the terminal. The ENTER key is used to toggle between the options. 5.1.3 Remove Hardware The Remove hardware option allows the user to remove previously set IMNs associated with the selected hardware port. Only those ports that have an incoming or outgoing call mapping are displayed. If Yes is selected, the user is presented with the following options: The above option will remove the incoming IMN name associated with the hardware port selected. The terminal will no longer answer the IMN. Selecting Yes when asked to Remove an outgoing call type will present the user with the currently associated call type for the hardware port selected. Highlighting and selecting a call type will remove this from the associated hardware port. You will no longer be able to make outgoing calls on the hardware port for the type of call removed. In the above example, you will no longer be able to make standard voice calls from the handset. 5.2 CALL MAPPING The Call Mapping menu allows the user to view incoming and outgoing mapping of call types to the appropriate hardware ports. The Call Mapping cannot be amended from these options. Page 63 of 122 5.2.1 Incoming Call Mapping Incoming Call Mapping allows the user to view the current settings for a particular call type. The numbers shown against the entries are the associated TIDs for the particular IMN (see Section 3.1.4 for further information). Selecting the highlighted IMN will present you with the following information: • • • • • Port – The physical port that the IMN is mapped to. Incoming TID – The TID associated with the call type. Actual TID – The TID associated with the call type. Call Type – The call type associated with the IMN. Redirected – This will reflect any changes made to a particular port for outgoing calls (i.e. outgoing calls on the handset changed from Standard Voice to High Quality Voice). 5.2.2 Outgoing Call Mapping Outgoing Call Mapping is the same as for Incoming Call Mapping and displays the current settings for a particular call type. 5.2.3 Factory Settings The Factory Settings options allow the Owner to reset the current Call Mapping (both Incoming and Outgoing) to the factory defaults. 5.3 MAINTENANCE The Maintenance menu displays information specific to the terminal and is primarily used by the manufacturer for fault finding. Version Information Maintenance Link Statistics Restore Settings Layout Loopback (Dealer Only) Page 64 of 122 5.3.1 Version Information The Version Information will display details about the software version installed and the associated files. This will also indicate what functionality is available and enabled (i.e. IPDS, Land Mobile, STU III). 5.3.2 Link Statistics The Link Statistics displays provide technical information on the current satellite connection. This is useful if network problems are being experienced. 5.3.3 Restore Settings This option allows the owner to restore or clear various settings for the terminal. • • • • • • • 5.3.4 Reset Call Log – Clears the Call Log details. Wipe Addresses – Clears the memory of all address information. Reset Addresses – Removes all addresses except the factory defaults. Clear Redirections – Clears all Call Mapping details. If cleared then the terminal will be unable to make or receive calls. Should this be the case, you may restore the Factory Default settings (see Section 5.2.3). Reset Redirections – Resets the Call Mapping Redirections to the factory default Reset MSR – Resets the LES and TNID access codes, the Ocean Region and Terminal location to the factory defaults. Reset MIR – Resets the Standalone Access Code. This is no longer used and should be ignored. Layout This option allows the user to select between the Standard or Operator Logo Ready Screen: 5.3.5 Loopback (Dealer Only) The Loopback option allows the Dealer to check the Bit Error Rate (BER) being experienced on a call. This may be required if it is suspected that there is a problem with the terminal (i.e. calls continually dropping). Page 65 of 122 The Dealer should enter the appropriate telephone number of the service to activate the loopback error checking. The call type is 64k HSD and cannot be changed. It should be noted that the service provider will charge for this call. Once the call has been established, the terminal will transmit a set data sequence. This will be compared with the received data and the results shown as a BER error rate. A badly pointed ODU will generate a high error rate. You should therefore ensure that the antenna has a signal strength of at least 60 percent prior to commencing the test. 5.4 POWER SAVING The Power Saving menu allows you to “fine tune” the terminal for optimum power saving. 5.4.1 Backlight Setting You may select from permanently On, Off or a predetermined illumination time. 5.4.2 LED Setting The LED Setting allows you to switch the Power and/or the Signal LEDs on or auto. If set to Auto then the LEDs will flash occasionally to remind you that the terminal is on. Highlight the option required and press the ENTER key to toggle between on and auto. Page 66 of 122 5.5 CALL METERS The Call Meters menu allows you to view the call meter times for all call types. The Dealer has the additional option to restrict call times for all calls types. 5.5.1 Call Charges If call charges are available then the charges for each call type will be displayed otherwise you will be advised that call charges are not available. This facility is only available when using a SIM card. 5.5.2 Max Call Time This option allows you to view the time left for a particular call type or for all call types. 5.5.3 Total Call Times You may view the total amount of time the terminal has been used for all call types or you may select a particular type. 5.6 ACCESS The Access menu within the main menu Advanced option consists of the following options. Access Disable Current PIN Change Access Level Set Lock Code Set Access PIN Restrict SIM use Restrict Calls Set Permissions Page 67 of 122 These options allow the configuration of the security features of the unit. Each function is explained in the following sections. 5.6.1 Disable current PIN This allows the PIN for the current level to be disabled/enabled depending upon its current state. If a SIM User or User PIN is disabled then the terminal will assume that access level when the terminal is switched on. Once the PIN has been entered, a confirmation screen will be displayed and the original screen changed to read Enable current PIN. 5.6.2 Change Access Level This allows you to change the access level to any of the following user types: • • • • None User Owner Dealer The access levels displayed will depend upon your current level of access. For example if you are logged on as Owner, you may only change to User and vice versa. You may only change access levels if you are moving to a lower level or know the PIN of the higher level. The following screen is skipped if the access level is being reduced (e.g. from owner to user). When changing the PIN, if a SIM card is present its CHV1 is used as the user PIN. The dialogue works like a PIN entry screen. When the ENTER key is pressed the PIN is validated and if valid a confirmation screen is displayed. Page 68 of 122 IMPORTANT: 5.6.3 Do not include the # or * characters. These are used to identify to the terminal the level at which you wish to log in and do not form part of the PIN. Set Lock Code This function is used to change the code required to lock or unlock the phone as described in Section 3.10. You may still receive incoming calls but will not be able to make outgoing calls. Selecting this function will prompt you to specify a new PIN number to be used for locking and unlocking the phone. After entering the new code, the terminal will request a repeat of the code to verify it. This code will be required to lock and unlock the phone in the future. It may be wise to make a note of the number in case it is forgotten, but do not store the note with the terminal. 5.6.4 Set Access PIN This option allows you to input the current PIN for the current access level before changing it. If a SIM card is present its CHV1 is used as the user PIN with the name “SIM PIN”. If the PIN has been disabled a blank current PIN is required to re-enable it. The owner can change the user PIN without knowing its current value by using the owner PIN prefixed with a # as the current PIN. Similarly, the dealer PIN can be prefixed with a * to change the owner PIN or the user PIN. When the current PIN has been validated, you are then presented with the option to change the PIN for the current access level. This is validated in the normal way. Page 69 of 122 5.6.5 Restrict SIM Use Selecting the Restrict SIM Use option allows the owner to select a SIM restriction. This screen may be viewed at all access levels. However, the owner level access is required to make changes. Simply highlight the entry and press the ENTER key to update the restriction. The options available to the owner are: • • • • No SIM – not allowed to use a SIM Any SIM – use any SIM This SIM only – use the current SIM only. SIM only – can only be used if a SIM card is inserted After the SIM restriction has been updated, the tick mark will be shown against the appropriate entry to reassure the owner that the requested action has been performed. 5.6.6 Restrict Calls The Restrict Calls option allows the dealer/owner to restrict calls made from the terminal. Restrict Calls Allowed LESs only Bar Numbers To phone book To SIM list The Dealer has the option to view and amend the list of LESs (Service Providers) available to the user. This option is not available if a SIM card is in use. If this option is selected without the appropriate access level or a SIM card is in use, the following will be displayed: On selecting the Bar numbers option, the owner may view, amend, add and delete numbers that the terminal will bar from calling. These may be complete numbers or prefixes. Page 70 of 122 Once the Unrestricted option has been selected, a screen will be displayed advising you of the changes. The To phone list and To SIM list options are similar and provide the owner with a mechanism to control what telephone numbers can be used on the terminal. Once set, the option will be checked (√) to indicate that only the numbers currently in the phone list may be used. Pressing the ENTER key while the item is highlighted will automatically remove the Call Restriction. 5.6.7 Set Permissions The Set Permissions option allows the owner to make available certain features to a lower access level. If the feature is enabled then it will be followed by a √. As an added security precaution, the owner PIN must be entered for the change to be made. he options available are self explanatory. Page 71 of 122 Page 72 of 122 CHAPTER 6 PC SET UP GUI • Connecting to the M4 Terminal • Access Control • Satellite Management • Address Book Management • Call Management • Terminal Set-Up • Terminal Maintenance Page 73 of 122 6 6.1 PC SETUP INTRODUCTION The STORM Terminal Graphical User Interface (GUI) software package enables easy configuration and operation of the STORM terminal. The GUI is capable of carrying out most of the functions of the integral LCD display with additional facilities for integrating the terminal with standard software packages (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Excel). The STORM GUI has a context sensitive Help capability which may be invoked by pressing the F1 key or the key at any time. Because of this the following paragraphs will only briefly explain the operation of the GUI. The STORM GUI is implemented as a standard windows program, capable of running on any of the following operating systems: • • • • • Windows 95 Windows 98 Windows 2000 Windows NT Version 4.0 Windows Millennium In order for the GUI to operate it must be installed on a PC and the PC connected to the STORM Terminal using a serial RS232 cable. Because the GUI needs to interrogate the terminal for most of its functions, all GUI operations are disabled unless this link is available. The STORM terminal operates under four different access levels, each of which has a different PIN (Level <None> has no PIN). Each level has access to different facilities. The following access levels are available: • • • • None User Owner Dealer If a SIM card is present then the dialog box in Figure 6-6 will be displayed. 6.2 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE The STORM software is supplied on a CD-ROM. Ensure that the PC is connected to the STORM terminal via the serial port, insert the CD into the PC and either follow the on-screen instructions or navigate to the GUI folder, open, select and run setup.exe. 6.3 GUI The GUI is implemented using an explorer style interface. If the current access level is not authorised for a particular function, the appropriate menu item will be greyed out, as will the associated button (if any). All common commands are accessible via menus/toolbar buttons that display additional dialog boxes. Figure 6-1 shows the layout of the initial display (Satellite Management). Page 74 of 122 Figure 6-1 Screen Layout Should you wish to access/view the other main functions then selecting View from the menu will display a list of all available views (Figure 6-2). You may also use the appropriate toolbar button to directly access the functions. Figure 6-2 Example Drop Down Menu The Help facility may be invoked by either selecting Help from the drop-down menu, depressing the button from the toolbar or pressing the F1 key at any time. Help is context sensitive and will open with the information relative to the currently active window. Page 75 of 122 6.4 CONNECTING TO THE STORM TERMINAL When the GUI is started it attempts to connect to the Storm terminal with one of the following results: • • • 6.4.1 Connection successfully established Connection failed (Hardware Failure) Connection failed (Terminal not found) Connection successfully established Once a connection has been successfully established the GUI interrogates the terminal to get the current access level. If the access level is <None> then you are prompted to log-in as in Section 6.5, otherwise the GUI will be available as in Figure 6-1. 6.4.2 Connection Failed If the connection failed due to a hardware problem (e.g. COM port failed to open) or the terminal was not found (RS232 cable not connected/faulty) then the dialog in Figure 6-3 is displayed. Figure 6-3 Connection Failed You can choose to close the GUI or adjust the connection settings. If you choose to adjust the connection settings then proceed to Section 6.4.3. 6.4.3 Adjust Connection Settings When you choose to adjust the connection settings the dialog in Figure 6-4 is displayed. The currently assigned COM port will be highlighted. To change this, simply highlight the correct port and select <OK>. Figure 6-4 Port Settings Page 76 of 122 6.5 TERMINAL ACCESS CONTROL Log-in and PIN configuration is handled via a “Terminal Access” menu. The dialog in Figure 6-5 will be displayed to enable you to log-in to the terminal Figure 6-5 Log-In to Terminal A message box is displayed if the PIN is incorrect and you are returned to this dialog. Selection of <Cancel> logs the operator in as <None>. If you log in as <None>, the GUI will still function but you will be unable to access any of the functions. This may be of use if you only wish to view the current setup of the terminal. If a SIM card is present then the Login screen will be that shown in Figure 6-6. Figure 6-6 SIM Card Log In Dialog To log on as an Owner (PIN2) on a SIM card, first log on as a User (Figure 6-6) and then Log on again. This will then present you with the dialog shown in Figure 6-7. Figure 6-7 SIM Card Owner (PIN2) Log in Dialog Page 77 of 122 If the authentication is successful then you are presented with the GUI as in Figure 6-1. You cannot change or modify any of the PINs from the GUI software. To change PINs, you must log on to the terminal and select the appropriate menu item from the Advanced options (see Section 5.6) IMPORTANT: 6.6 Do not include either the # or * characters as they are only required when logging in directly from the terminal. SATELLITE MANAGEMENT The satellite management feature is the default view. 6.6.1 Select Location The “Select Location” facility allows you to select a location from a list or enter the latitude/longitude for your current position. The software will then calculate the position of all the INMARSAT satellites and display the positions of all the visible ones to you. The recommended (highest elevation) satellite will be highlighted. Selection of a satellite will initiate the satellite search sequence. Figure 6-8 Select Location 6.6.2 Selecting a satellite Figure 6-9 shows the dialog box used to allow selection of a satellite. Page 78 of 122 Figure 6-9 Select Satellite Selection of a new satellite commands the terminal to search for the selected satellite. The main dialog will indicate the satellites visible from the location entered with the recommended satellite (strongest signal) highlighted in red. You should use this unless obstructions are such that you cannot get a clear line of sight (see Section 2.6 for further information on searching for a satellite). 6.6.3 Select Service Provider To select the service provider the dialog as in Figure 6-10 will be displayed. Figure 6-10 Select Service Provider This dialog allows the LES and TNID to be selected for each ocean region. 6.6.4 ODU Pointing The dialog in Figure 6-11 will be displayed when entering the ODU pointing mode. Page 79 of 122 Figure 6-11 ODU Pointing You may use this dialog to mute the audible sound on the ODU if you so wish. Once the ODU has been successfully pointed, pressing the STOP button will return you to the Satellite Management dialog with the current signal strength indicated as shown in Figure 6-1. 6.7 ADDRESS BOOK MANAGEMENT The address book management feature is implemented as a separate panel. This panel is as displayed in Figure 6-12. Figure 6-12 Address Book Management Page 80 of 122 The terminal contains two address books; one on the terminal and one on the SIM. Both address books can be configured from the same panel. The following information is stored in the address book for each address entry: • • • • • • • Short code Name Telephone Number Credit Card Number Email address Home Address Webb Address The following options are available: • • • • • 6.7.1 Add an address – See Section 6.7.1 Modify an address – See Section 6.7.2 Delete an address - See Section 6.7.3 Select the columns to display – See Section 6.7.4 Address Book Update Wizard – See Section 6.7.5 Adding an address Figure 6-13 Add Address When adding an address the dialog shown in Figure 6-13 is displayed. A name and number must be entered. You can optionally add a short-code or allow the terminal to insert in the first available slot. You must also select the call type associated with the name. All other address details are optional. Selection of OK will add the address to the terminal or SIM address book. 6.7.2 Modify an address When modifying an address the same dialog as for adding an address will be displayed with all fields filled in. Selection of <OK> will save any entered changes. Page 81 of 122 6.7.3 Delete an address When an address is selected for deletion a message box similar to Figure 6-14 will be displayed: Figure 6-14 Confirm Address Deletion Note that it is possible to select several items for deletion in one operation. 6.7.4 Select Address Book Columns In order to de-clutter the display it is possible to select which address components are displayed in the address panel. The dialog as shown in Figure 6-15 is used to configure this display. Figure 6-15 Select Address Book Columns 6.7.5 Address Book Update Wizard The address book update wizard is able to add and update address book entries from a MAPI source (such as Microsoft Outlook or possibly other E-mail providers). Selection of the wizard will bring up a standard windows style wizard with several pages guiding you through the necessary steps. When this option is selected, you are prompted to log in to a mail system using standard windows mail log-in dialogs. 6.7.6 Address book wizard – step 1 The first step of the wizard is shown in Figure 6-16. Page 82 of 122 Figure 6-16 Address Book Wizard (Step 1) The first step of the address book presents a “tree control” which shows all the installed address books. The operator has to select an address book before proceeding to the next step. 6.7.7 Address book wizard – step 2 The second step of the wizard is shown in Figure 6-17. Figure 6-17 Address Book Wizard (Step 2) The second step of the address book wizard lists all the addresses from the address book selected in step one and allows you to select which addresses to add to the terminal or SIM address book. Page 83 of 122 6.7.8 Address book wizard – step 3 The final step of the wizard is shown in Figure 6-18. Figure 6-18 Address Book Wizard (Step 3) This final step of the wizard asks for options on how to update the address book. For existing entries the following options are available: • • • Update – i.e. delete all telephone number and add new ones Add new Entry – Add as a new entry leading to a duplicate name Ignore – Ignore this address entry MAPI address books can store several telephone numbers against a single address entry whilst the Storm terminal can only store one. Therefore if there is more than one telephone number against an entry, the wizard will create more than one terminal entry that you can append text to distinguish it. For example: • • Fred Bloggs (Home) Fred Bloggs (Work) The operator can also choose not to add home telephone numbers, for example, by unchecking the appropriate check boxes. Only entries with telephone numbers in MAPI will be added, if there is no number then no entry will be added. 6.8 CALL HANDLING The call handling panel allows access to the Call Log facilities 6.8.1 Interrogation of the call logs When the call log is selected the screen in Figure 6-19 is displayed. Page 84 of 122 Figure 6-19 Call Log You may Export the Call Logs as a text file or use the Excel button to save as an Excel spreadsheet. In order to de-clutter the display it is possible to select which call components are displayed in the address panel by selecting the Columns option. 6.9 6.9.1 SET-UP Set the Date / Time for the terminal To configure the date / time for the terminal the dialog in Figure 6-20 is displayed. Figure 6-20 Set Terminal Date/Time This gives you two options: • • Set a new entered time Update the terminal to the same as the PC clock Page 85 of 122 6.9.2 Set Call Restrictions To set the call restrictions the dialog in Figure 6-21 is used. Calls can be restricted to those in a phone book or unrestricted. Additionally a list of barred numbers / prefixes can be entered that override any other restriction. Figure 6-21 Configure Call Restrictions 6.9.3 Call Map Setup Wizard The Terminal Setup view allows you to manage the incoming and outgoing call mapping for the terminal. The dialog in Figure 6-22 is used to manage the call map. Figure 6-22 Call Mapping For the ISDN port the MSN number is also shown. You may highlight an entry and either Modify or Delete it. You may also use the Call Map Wizard to create new entries (Figure 6-23). The Wizard is far simpler to use than the method employed on the terminal. It is therefore recommended that this method be used whenever Page 86 of 122 possible. Another advantage in using the GUI to map the hardware ports is that you may save the current map for future use. You may also import a previously saved configuration should you wish to do so. This allows you to set up a default configuration for multiple terminals. Figure 6-23 Call Map Wizard 6.10 GUI SHUT DOWN Once all changes and amendments have been made, you must close the STORM GUI to operate the terminal. Page 87 of 122 Page 88 of 122 Chapter 7 Software Tools Upgrade • Diagnostic Page 89 of 122 7 SOFTWARE TOOLS The accompanying CD-ROM contains software tools that allow you to upgrade your terminal with the latest version of software and to debug your terminal should you experience problems. A user with general PC knowledge should be able to successfully install and use these tools. 7.1 UPGRADE The Upgrade software provides the mechanism to install the latest STORM Terminal software. The software must be installed on a PC and the PC connected to the terminal using a standard RS232 cable. 7.1.1 Software Installation Insert the CD-ROM into the PC. Navigate to the Upgrade folder and copy the winupgrade.exe file to an appropriate folder on your hard drive (e.g. c:\upgrade). 7.1.2 Instructions for Use From time to time, EMS SATCOM UK, Ltd will release new versions of software. These will be available on our web site (free) and CD-ROM (at a minimal charge). You will require either Winzip © or another unpack utility to allow you to unzip the files. In order for you to successfully upgrade your terminal, you must follow the accompanying instructions explicitly. Failure to do so could result in a return to factory for re-programming of the terminal. A copy of these instructions is distributed with the software. 7.1.2.1 STORM Terminal Software Upgrade Procedure In order to successfully upgrade the STORM terminal software new image and location map files must be installed. You will require a PC running either Windows 95, 98, ME, NT 4 or Windows 2000, an RS232 cable and the supplied software files. 7.1.2.2 Setup If the files were downloaded from our web site, you should unzip them into the folder where the upgrade software resides (e.g. c:\upgrade). The winupgrade software is also distributed with the upgrade files. Connect the RS232 cable between any of the PC’s serial ports and the terminal’s RS232 port. 7.1.2.3 Programming Ensure that the installation PC is correctly connected to the terminal and that the terminal is in Standby mode (i.e. power applied but the terminal switched off). Navigate to the directory in which the software resides and run the winupgrade program (ensure that all of the upgrade files also reside in this directory). Page 90 of 122 Figure 7-1 - Storm GAN Upgrade Program When the initial dialog box is displayed, depress the NEXT button after ensuring that the PC is correctly connected to the terminal. A list of all terminal upgrade releases and location map files found in the current directory will be displayed (Figure 7-2). Figure 7-2 - Select the Image File Select the appropriate upgrade, for example “M4 terminal Upgrade to Release 2.4”, by highlighting the desired upgrade and pressing NEXT. If there are no files in the current directory, you will be advised of this (Figure 7-3). You should exit the programme, ensure that the files are all copied to the same directory as the upgrade software and run winupgrade again. Page 91 of 122 Figure 7-3 - No Files Found The program will now check to ensure that it can communicate with the terminal. Figure 7-4 - No Terminal Found If winupgrade cannot communicate with the terminal on any of the COM ports, it will display the dialog box as shown in Figure 7-4. You should either depress the BACK button and check the connections or depress the CANCEL button and investigate the problem further. Page 92 of 122 Figure 7-5 - COM Port Found When winupgrade successfully detects the terminal, it will indicate this as shown in Figure 7-5. Depress the NEXT button to continue. Figure 7-6 - Select Code to Program You will now be presented with confirmation of your selection (Figure 7-2). Select NEXT to commence programming the terminal or BACK if you wish to select another file. Figure 7-7 - Confirm Upgrade Page 93 of 122 You will be presented with a final request to proceed with programming the terminal (Figure 7-7). If you wish to continue then press the OK button, otherwise press the CANCEL button to return to the previous dialog box confirming selection of the code (Figure 7-6). Figure 7-8 - Programming Status Once the programming commences, you will be unable to cancel it. Should power be removed or lost during programming, however, the dialog box in Figure 7-9 will be displayed. Figure 7-9 - Upgrade Failed You should either press FINISH or CANCEL and run winupgrade again. Once the terminal has been successfully upgraded with the selected file, the dialog box in Figure 7-10 will be displayed. Page 94 of 122 Figure 7-10 - Upgrade Successful The terminal must be power cycled to complete the upgrade. Remove the power supply and press the Shift+Menu keys on the terminal (if batteries are inserted). Failure to do this will result in incorrect operation of the terminal. The foregoing procedure should now be repeated for the remaining file. 7.2 STORM DIAGNOSTIC PROGRAMME The Diagnostic software is used to help identify any potential problems that the user may have with STORM. The software must be installed on a PC and the PC connected to the terminal using a standard RS232 cable. The program will capture the current status of the terminal and save it to a text file. This file may then be e-mailed to our support team for analysis and advice. 7.2.1 Software Installation Insert the CD-ROM into the PC. Navigate to the Upgrade folder and copy the m4dumpdebug.exe file to an appropriate folder on your hard drive (e.g. c:\diag). 7.2.2 Instructions for Use Connect the PC with the debug software to the STORM terminal via a standard RS232 serial cable. Navigate to the folder that the debug software was saved in and run stormdiag.exe. Page 95 of 122 Figure 7-11 STORM Diagnostic Program Start-up Screen Once the software is running on the PC, you should attempt to replicate the problem being experienced on the terminal. When the terminal is in a “fault condition”, follow the on-screen prompts of the debug software and capture and save the file. You may now e-mail this file to our support team who will advise you of any remedial action required. Page 96 of 122 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Diagnostic Table • Fault Definitions • Return Material Authorisation Page 97 of 122 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8.1 DIAGNOSTIC TABLE Problem The STORM Terminal does not light up. • • The Access PIN code appears to be invalid. The STORM Terminal cannot find the satellite. Problem cause The modem unit is not turned on. The battery needs recharging. • • • The battery is not inserted properly, or contacts dirty or damaged. • • The code may have been changed. • The Access Phone PIN is reset to the default code by logging in as owner. • The SIM Card can only be unblocked using a PUK code (PIN Unblock Key). Contact the Net service provider to obtain the PUK. • Check for correct position of the ODU. Check that no obstacles block the line of site to the satellite (see Figure 1-13). Window glass may reduce the signal level significantly. Check that the coaxial cable is connected properly. If accessible, try another ODU unit. • The signal strength is either weak or not present. • • • The STORM Terminal functions abnormally • Faulty or no power. • • Unsuccessful Call Attempt • The called party is busy • • Page 98 of 122 Action Press the On/Menu key for 2 seconds. If needed, connect the universal adapter for powering/charging. Ensure that the batteries are correctly seated. Turn off power and disconnect power cable/battery. Connect power cable/battery, and switch on again. Call the Net service provider. If unsuccessful, wait for some time and try again. Terminal is not properly commissioned. Check with the Net service provider. • The batteries are not fully charged • • The satellite signal strength is weak • There is no indication that the batteries are charging when I connect the DC power supply • The batteries are either not inserted or are incorrectly fitted • Check that the batteries are installed and fitted correctly (Section 1.3.6). Problems with telefax • Incomplete dialling • • Service not commissioned System transmission delays. • Remember to press ‘#’ as last digit before starting transmission. Try a different fax machine. Check that a Group 4G fax is used on the ISDN interface, and Group 3 fax is used via the analogue/ISDN adapter. Wrong PC settings • The battery life is short • Problems with data communication • • Problem with routing of calls on an ISDN device 8.2 • MSN number not entered properly. • Fully discharge and then charge the batteries for at least 12 hours prior to use. Re-align the antenna to improve the signal strength Check the PC program settings, and if necessary extend the timeout intervals. Contact the PC application vendor for help. Make sure that the MSN number entered into the terminal is also entered into connected equipment. NETWORK FAULT DEFINITIONS The Network Fault Definitions that appear on the terminal are based directly on the cause code definitions provided by Inmarsat. The hexadecimal fault codes shown are defined as follows: 1001 1011 1012 1021 1081 1091 1092 1143 1145 1146 11A0 11D1 11D2 11D3 11D4 Call cleared by MES terminal Call failed, MES terminal busy Call cleared, MES terminal busy Call failed, MES time-out (no answer) Call failed, MES terminal not installed Call failed, MES terminal out-of-service Call cleared, MES terminal out-of-service Offered call cleared, pre-empted at MES Attempted call cleared, pre-empted at MES Attempted call abandoned by MES terminal Call cleared, credit card not accepted Call failed, Request data invalid Call failed, insufficient digits in service address Call failed, invalid service address Call cleared, credit card data information invalid Page 99 of 122 11D5 11D6 11E0 11E1 1202 1281 1291 12B1 12C2 12C3 12C4 12C5 12C6 12C7 12C8 12D1 12D2 1351 1361 1362 1391 1392 1393 1451 1452 1502 1551 1581 1591 1592 15A1 15A2 15A3 15A4 15A5 15A6 15B1 15C1 15C2 15C3 15C4 15C5 15C7 15C9 15CA 15CB 15CC 15CD Call cleared, invalid country code Call cleared, PID information is not consistent Call cleared, invalid credit card PIN at this LES Call cleared, too many invalid credit card call attempts Handover, MES ready Call failed, MES cannot accept Call failed, MES cannot accept at present Call cleared by MES for unspecified reason Call cleared, no credit card valid message received Call failed, MES time-out (no terrestrial answer) Call cleared, authentication query not received Call cleared, supplementary services signalling error Call cleared, supplementary services signalling error Call cleared, supplementary services signalling error Handover failed, LES not detected Call failed, Spot-beam data invalid Call failed, invalid scrambling vector Call cleared, insufficient free memory Call cleared by MES cable unwrap Call cleared, long interruption in reception at MES Call cleared, travelled distance exceeds 700km Call cleared, spot beam transition Call cleared, cooperative mode Call failed, terrestrial circuits congested Call failed, LES congested (no channel and no circuit) Handover, LES ready, normal clear Call failed, LES congested (no channel) Call failed, service not provided at this LES Call failed, service temporarily not available at this LES Call cleared, credit card type not supported Call failed, MES not authorised at this LES Call failed, service not authorised at this LES Call cleared, credit card not authorised Call cleared, authentication reply invalid Call failed, PID not authorised for any service Call failed, PID not authorised for requested service Call cleared by LES for unspecified reason Call failed, LES time-out (no assignment) Call failed, LES time-out (no service address) Call failed, LES time-out (no scrambling vector) Call failed, no service address and no scrambling vector Call cleared, incomplete credit card data information Call failed, LES time-out (no MES Connect) Call cleared, no authentication reply Call cleared, notification ack not received Call cleared, invalid sequence number in notification ack Handover failed, no response to request Handover failed, MES not ready Page 100 of 122 15D1 15E1 1651 1661 1662 16C2 16C3 1790 1791 1811 1812 1844 1851 1852 1853 1854 1856 18A2 18A3 18B1 18D1 1F01 1F11 1F21 1F61 1F62 8.3 Call failed, LES time-out (invalid assignment) Call cleared but MES still transmitting (FAULT) Call failed, LES congested (no channel unit) Call failed, long interruption in reception at LES LES long term blockage of SCPC MES LES missing MES SCPC Handover failed, MES not detected Call cleared, failure credit card validation process Call cleared, failure authentication process NCS MES ID busy MCS MES ID busy IPDS Call cleared, NCS initiated preemption Call failed, satellite congestion Call failed, satellite congestion Call failed, lease channel congestion Call failed, MES outside spot beam coverage area Handover failed, channel not available Call failed, MES not authorised Call failed, LES not authorised Call failed by NCS for unspecified reason Call failed, invalid call request Call cleared by terrestrial circuit Call failed, terrestrial party busy Call failed, LES time-out (no answer) Call failed, terrestrial circuit failure Call failed, early clear by terrestrial circuit RETURN MATERIAL AUTHORISATION To return equipment to EMS SATCOM for repair, this RMA (Return Material Authorisation) procedure must be followed. Failure to comply with this procedure may cause shipping delays and additional charges. This procedure applies equally to Distributors and customers. If the equipment was purchased from an authorised Distributor, the Distributor must be contacted and the return made through them in the first instance. 8.3.1 Warranty Returns Equipment that qualifies for warranty repair can be returned to EMS for repair or replacement at our discretion. The customer shall pay the shipping costs to EMS and EMS shall pay for the shipping costs to return the repaired/replaced unit to the customer. 8.3.2 Non-Warranty Returns Equipment that fails to work properly because of improper or negligent use, abuse, shipping damage or any other condition not covered by our warranty can still be returned to EMS for repair or replacement at our discretion. The customer will be notified of the cost to repair or replace the unit prior to invoicing for the repair or replacement. The customer shall pay for the shipping costs to and from EMS SATCOM. Page 101 of 122 8.3.3 Repackaging Requirements Any equipment returned to EMS SATCOM must be returned in an approved shipping container. Failure to do so may invalidate the warranty. If no such container is available, one can be ordered from EMS SATCOM Customer Service when requesting the RMA number. 8.3.4 RMA Procedure Please ensure that you have the following information ready prior to calling the Customer Service Centre: • • • • • Model (i.e. STORM) Unit Serial Number Inmarsat Serial Number Description of fault/failure Purchase Order Number Call EMS SATCOM Customer Service on +44 (0)1684 290020 or email to [email protected] and request an RMA number and shipping container, if required. Pack the faulty equipment in an approved shipping container. Write the RMA number on the outside of the shipping container and ship to either: “RMA Number” EMS SATCOM UK, Ltd Green Lane Ashchurch Tewkesbury Gloucestershire GL20 8HD United Kingdom Or “RMA Number” EMS Technologies 1725 Woodward Drive Ottawa, Ontario, CANADA K2C 0P9 as advised by our support staff. Page 102 of 122 Chapter 9 Hardware Port Configurations Adding a Facsimile Machine • Setting up the Expansion Port for Bonded Calls • Configuring the RS449 Port Page 103 of 122 9 9.1 HARDWARE PORT CONFIGURATIONS ADDING A FACSIMILE MACHINE The following example shows the steps necessary to add a fax machine to telephone port 2 via the Advanced Hardware Ports menu: Select the Add Hardware option from the Hardware Ports menu. Select the port you wish to connect the fax machine to (telephone port 2). You will be asked if you wish to receive calls on this port. Select Yes. Select the IMN that will be used to call the fax machine. In this example, it will be the IMN associated with 3k1 Audio. The default setting for 3k1 Audio is ISDN MSN 20. It is therefore necessary to re-allocate it to telephone port 2. Select Replace. As an IMN has already been chosen for incoming calls, the terminal asks if you wish to make the outgoing call type the same (call type identified from the IMN record for 3k1 Audio). Select Yes. The fax machine is now linked to telephone port 2 and configured for fax/modem use. Tel no.:3k1 Audio Bill to:3k1 Audio Page 104 of 122 This is the name of the IMN for a fax call to this port. This is the IMN “reported” back to the LES. The LES may use this for caller ID or split billing purposes. 9.2 SETTING UP THE EXPANSION PORT FOR BONDED ISDN CALLS STORM uniquely allows the user to bond 2 terminals to make 128K ISDN calls. The user must connect both terminals via the expansion port with the proprietary bonding cable. The cable may be connected when the terminals are either switched on or off. When successfully attached, the <> icon will be displayed on both terminals. The “Master” terminal is that which has the physical ISDN device attached. The terminals do not require any special configurations for making outgoing calls. Incoming calls, however, do have to be routed correctly on the “Slave” terminal otherwise the call will fail. To receive incoming 128k calls, the originating equipment ( i.e. the equipment making the call) must be set up to make two 64k connections. It should first dial the 64k HSD IMN for the “Master” terminal and then the 64k HSD IMN for the “Slave” terminal (if the calling equipment has the capability to delay the second call this should be set otherwise it is possible that the first call to be connected to the Mobile link will be the Slave. If this occurs bonding will not be successful. The terminal designated the “Slave” must route incoming 64k HSD calls via its expansion port. This is explained by the following diagrams, showing the “Add hardware” menu from the Hardware Ports option in the Advanced menu. Note: The following will change the existing call mapping of 64k HSD calls to the terminal. In the example the terminal is currently set up to route 64k HSD calls to an ISDN device with MSN 10. The user should remember this setting in order to set the terminal back to its default state once the 128k call has finished. Select the Add Hardware option from the Hardware Ports menu. Select the Expansion port. You will be asked if you wish to receive calls on this port. Select Yes. Select the IMN that will be used. Select HSD 64K. The default setting for HSD 64k is ISDN MSN 10. It is therefore necessary to re-allocate it to the expansion port. Select Replace. Page 105 of 122 As an IMN has already been chosen for incoming calls, the terminal asks if you wish to make the outgoing call type the same. Select Yes. The expansion port is now configured to receive HSD 64k calls. 9.3 Tel no.:HSD 64k This is the name of the IMN for a bonded call to this port. Bill to:HSD 64k This is the IMN “reported” back to the LES for calls from this port. The LES may use this for caller ID or split billing purposes. CONFIGURING THE RS449 PORT. The following describes how to set up the RS449 port to autodial a pre-stored number when the attached device raises DTR: Select the Add Hardware option from the Hardware Ports menu. Select the RS449 port. You will be asked if you wish to receive calls on this port. Select Yes. Select the IMN that will be used. Select HSD 64K. The default setting for HSD 64k is ISDN MSN 10. It is therefore necessary to re-allocate it to the expansion port. Select Replace. Page 106 of 122 As an IMN has already been chosen for incoming calls, the terminal asks if you wish to make the outgoing call type the same. Select Yes. The expansion port is now configured to receive HSD 64k calls. If the default configuration is not DTR/RRI, UDI then press the ENTER key and select it. Tel no.:HSD 64k This is the name of the IMN for a bonded call to this port. Bill to:HSD 64k This is the IMN “reported” back to the LES for calls from this port. The LES may use this for caller ID or split billing purposes. Scroll down the display and select Autodial. Enter the telephone number you wish the terminal to call, ensuring that it ends with the # symbol. The RS449 port is now set up to call 123456123# when DTR is raised by the attached equipment. Page 107 of 122 Page 108 of 122 Chapter 10 Annex Star Codes • Expanded Character Set • Abbreviations • Glossary of Terms • International Dialling Codes • Hardware Port Pin Outs Page 109 of 122 10 ANNEX 10.1 SHORT CODES STORM provides the capability of using Short Codes to allow the user to make one-off calls for a particular call type without having to change the current terminal configuration for a particular hardware port. These codes also provide the capability for quick dialling from the Phone Book, to make calls from devices that do not have a # key or to make a Hands Free call. The codes should immediately precede the telephone number being called. The * (star) characters are part of the code and must be included. ** Allows the user to make a call using entries in the phone book. The ** should be followed by the phone book entry number and then the # key. *81* Allows the user to make a 64Kbits/s High Quality voice call *82* Allows the user to make a 64kbits/s 3k.1 Audio Call (Fax/modem) *83* Allows the user to make a 64kbits/s High Speed Data Call *85* Allows the user to make a 56kbits/s High Speed Data Call *89* Allows the user to make a hands free call. This is only for use with the RS449 and X21 ports 901 Followed by the LES number, will allow the user to make a call via the specified LES 902 Will allow the user to make a call from a connected device which cannot reproduce the # character at the end of the call string. 903 Similar to 902 but allows the use of slow dialling devices. An example of a short code call may be *82*00441684290020#. If dialled using the integral handset, the call will be made as a High Quality voice call rather than the default standard voice call. Page 110 of 122 10.2 EXPANDED CHARACTER SET The following characters may be accessed by repeatedly pressing the appropriate key. Key 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 * Characters @ # a B C d E F g H I J K L M N O P Q R T U V W X Y . ” ’ + / = D é Γ Λ Ñ S Ü Z ? % < À è Ì > ä ∆ ( å Φ ) æ Ò Β Ù Ω ! ö Π Ø Θ Σ Ξ , Ψ : ¡ & Ç £ $ ¥ ¿ 10.3 ABBREVIATIONS AOR-E AOR-W BPS CHV DC DECT DID DSP DTE GAN IDU IMN IOR IPDS ISDN ISN ITU Kdps LAN LCD LES MES MSN NCS OID PABX PIN POR RF Rx SIM SMS TID Atlantic Ocean Region East Atlantic Ocean Region West Bits per second CardHolder Verification Direct Current Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunication Destination terminal Identification Digital Signal Processor Data Terminal Equipment INMARSAT Global Area Network Internal Data Unit INMARSAT Mobile Number Indian Ocean Region INMARSAT Packet Data Service Integrated Services Digital Network INMARSAT Serial Number International Telecommunications Union Kilobits per second Local Area Network Liquid Crystal Display Land Earth Station Mobile Earth station, Multiple Subscriber Number, Network Co-ordination Station Originating Terminal Identification Private Automatic Branch Exchange personal Identification Number. Pacific Ocean Region Radio Frequency Receive Subscriber Identification Module Short Message System Terminal Identity Page 111 of 122 TNID Tx UDI USB UTC Terrestrial Network Identity Transmit Unrestricted Digital Information Universal Serial Bus Co-ordinated Universal Time 10.4 GLOSSARY OF TERMS Azimuth Bit rate CHV2 Elevation FWD ID INMARSAT M4 Ocean Region S/A Operator. Spot Beam. Terrestrial Network. horizontal direction angle between north and, e.g. the direction of the satellite the number of bits transmitted per second (bps). higher access level on the SIM Card vertical angle to the satellite, i.e. the height of the satellite above the horizon. Forward ID, telephone network identity device connected to the GAN Terminal. International Maritime Satellite Organisation INMARSAT multi-media The coverage area of an INMARSAT satellite within which the GAN Terminal may communicate. Stand Alone Operator who maintains connectivity in the event of Network Co-ordinating Station failure. an Ocean Region is divided into sub-regions, each ‘spotlighted’ by a beam from the region satellite. a fixed telecommunications network, such as a telephone network or a data network, which connects to an LES/NCS. 10.5 INTERNATIONAL DIALLING CODES COUNTRY Afghanistan Alaska Albania Algeria Andorra Angola Anguilla Antarctic Aus Territory Antigua and Barbuda Antilles Argentina Armenia Aruba Ascension Is Australia Austria Azerbaijan Azores Bahamas Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Page 112 of 122 IDD 00 001 00 00 00 00 011 011 00 00 00 01 011 00 8-10 011 0 00 011 COUNTRY CODE 93 1 907 355 213 33 628 244 1 809 672 1 809 599 54 374 27 247 61 43 994 351 1 809 973 880 1 809 COUNTRY Belarus (Republic of) Belgium Belize Benin Bhutan Bolivia Bonaire Bosnia-Hercegovnia Botswana Brazil Brunei Bulgaria Burkina Faso Burma Burundi C.African Rep. Cambodia Camores Canada Canary Is. Cape Verde Cayman Is. Chad Chile China Colombia Comoros Is. Congo Cook Islands Costa Rica Croatia Cuba Cyprus Czech (Republic) Denmark Djibouti Republic of Dominica Dominican Rep. Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Equatorial Guinea Eritrea Estonia (Republic Of) Estonia (Republic of) Faeroe Islands Falkland Islands Fiji Islands Finland France Gabon Gambia IDD 8-10 00 00 00 011 00 00 00 00 0021/0023 00 00 00 0 90 19 00 011 0 011 15 00 00 009/007/005 10 00 00 00 00 119 00 00 00 00 011 011 00 00 011 00 00 8-00 00 009 0 05 00,990,994,9 99 00 00 00 COUNTRY CODE 375 32 501 229 1 809 591 5997 387 267 55 673 359 226 95 257 236 855 269 1 34 238 1 809 235 56 86 57 269 242 682 506 385 53 357 420 45 253 1 809 1 809 593 20 503 240 291 372 251 298 500 679 358 33 241 220 Page 113 of 122 COUNTRY Georgia (Republic of) Germany Ghana Gibraltar Greece Greenland Grenada Guadeloupe Guam Guatemala Guiana French Guinea Guinea-Bissau Guyana Haiti (Republic of) Hawaii Honduras (Republic of) Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia INMARSAT (Atlantic Ocean - East) INMARSAT (Atlantic Ocean – West) INMARSAT ( Indian Ocean) INMARSAT ( Pacific Ocean) INMARSAT (SNC) Iran Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Ivory Coast Jamaica Japan Jordan Kampuchea Kazakhstan (Republic of) Kenya Kiribati Korea (Republic of) Korea (People democrat Republic) Kuwait Kyrgyzstan (Republic of) Latvia (Republic of) Lebanon Lesotho Lettonie Page 114 of 122 IDD 8-10 00 00 00 00 009 011 00 011 00 00 00 00 001 00 001 00 001 00 00 00 00/008 00 COUNTRY CODE 995 49 233 350 30 299 1 809 590 671 502 594 224 245 592 509 1 808 504 852 36 354 91 62 871 00 874 00 00 873 872 872 98 964 353 972 00 00 00 00,012,013,0 14 00 00 011 001,0061,004 1 00 8-10 000 00 001,002 00 00 8-10 00 00 00 39 225 1 809 81 962 855 7 254 686 82 850 965 996 371 961 266 371 COUNTRY Liberia (Republic of) Libya Liechtenstein Lithuania (Republic of) Laos Luxembourg Macau Macedonia Madagascar Madeira Islands Malawi Malaysia Maldives Mali (Republic of) Malta (Republic of) Mariana Islands Marshall Is. Martinique Mauritania Mauritius Mexico Moldova (Republic of) Monaco Mongolia Monserrat Morocco Mozambique Myanmar Namibia Nauru Nepal Netherlands Netherlands Ant New Caledonia New Zealand New Hebrides Nicaragua Nieue Islands Niger Nigeria Norfolk Is. Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Polynesia (French) Portugal Portuguese Timor IDD 00 00 00 8-10 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 011 00 00 00 00 8-10 00 00 011 00 00 0 09 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 009 00 00 00 00 0 05 00 00 00 0-0 00 00 COUNTRY CODE 231 218 41 370 856 352 853 389 261 670 011 265 60 960 223 356 670 692 596 222 230 52 373 377 976 1 809 212 258 95 264 674 977 31 599 687 64 678 05 683 227 234 6723 47 968 92 507 675 595 51 63 48 689 351 672 Page 115 of 122 COUNTRY Puerto Rico Qatar Reunion Is. Romania Russian (Federation of) Rwanda Saipan Samoa (US) Samoa (Western) San Marino San Vincent and the Grenadines Sao Tome Saudia Arabia Serbia Senegal Seychelles Sierra Leone Singapore Slovak (Republic) Slovenia (Republic of) Solomon Islands South Africa Spain Sri Lanka St Helena St. Kitts and Nevis St Lucia St Maarten St Pierre St Vincent Sudan Surinam Swaziland Sweden Switzerland Syrian Arab Rep. Taiwan Tajikistan (Republic of) Tanzania Thailand Tonga Toga Tortola Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Turkmenistan (Republic of) Turkey Turks and Caico Tuvalu Ukraine Uganda United Arab Emirates Page 116 of 122 IDD 011 00 00 8-10 00 011 00 0 011 00 00 00 00 00 00 001,013 00 00 00 09 00 00 01 011 011 00 011 00 00 00 00 00 00 002 8-10 00 001 00 00 011 00 8-10 00 011 00 8-10 00 00 COUNTRY CODE 1 809 974 262 40 7 250 670 684 685 378 1 809 239 966 381 221 48 232 65 421 386 677 27 34 94 290 809 1 809 599 508 1 809 249 597 268 46 41 963 886 992 255 66 676 228 1 809 1 809 216 993 90 1 809 688 380 256 971 COUNTRY United Kingdom Uraguay USA Uzbekistan (Republic of) Vanuatu Vatican City Venezuela Vietnam Virgin Islands Wallis & Futuna Yemen (ex Arab Republic) Yemen (ex People Democratic Republic) Yugoslavia (Rep. Federative of) Zaire Zambia Zanzibar Zimbabwe IDD 00 00 011 8-10 00 00 00 00 01 19 00 COUNTRY CODE 44 598 1 998 678 39 58 84 1 809 681 967 969 99 381 00 00 00 243 260 259 263 Page 117 of 122 10.6 HARDWARE PORT PIN OUTS RS232 PORT Pin Name 1 CD 2 RD 3 TD 4 DTR 5 GND 6 DSR 7 RTS 8 CTS 9 RI Direction out out in in Description Data Carrier Detect Serial Receive data Serial Transmit data Data terminal ready out in out out Data Set Ready Request To Send Clear To Send Ring Indicator USB PORT Pin Name 1 VCC 2 Data3 Data+ 4 Gnd RJ11 PORTS Pin Name 1 No Connect 2 No Connect 3 TIP 4 RING 5 No Connect 6 No Connect ISDN S0 CONNECTOR Pin Name No Connect 1 2 No Connect 3 RX+ 4 TX+ 5 TX6 RX7 No Connect 8 No Connect X21 PORT Pin Name 1 Shield 2 T(A) 3 C(A) 4 R(A) 5 I(A) 6 S(A) 7 X/B(A) 8 GND 9 T(B) Page 118 of 122 Description Description Description Description RXD/TXD+ CTS/RTS+ TXD/RXD+ RTS/CTS+ TXC/RXC+ RXD/TXD-- 10 11 12 13 14 15 C(B) R(B) I(B) S(B) X/B(B) No Connect RS449 PORT Pin Name 1 Shield 2 (SI) 3 No Connect 4 SD(A) 5 ST(A) 6 RD(A) 7 RS(A) 8 RT(A) 9 CS(A) 10 LL 11 DM(A) 12 TR(A) 13 RR(A) 14 No Connect 15 IC 16 No Connect 17 TT(A) 18 TM 19 GND 20 GND 21 No Connect 22 SD(B) 23 ST(B) 24 RD(B) 25 RS(B) 26 RT(B) 27 CS(B) 28 No Connect 29 DM(B) 30 TR(B) 31 RR(B) 32 No Connect 33 (SQ) 34 No Connect 35 TT(B) 36 (SB) 37 SC CTS/RTS-TXD/RXD-RTS/CTS-TXC/RXC-- Description Signaling Rate Indicator Send Data Send Timing Receive Data Request To Send Receive Timing Clear To Send local Loopback Data Mode Terminal Ready Receiver Ready Incoming Call Terminal Timing Test Mode Send Data Send Timing Receive Data Request To Send Receive Timing Clear To Send Data Mode Terminal Ready Receiver Ready Signal Quality Terminal Timing Standby/Indicator Send Common Page 119 of 122 Page 120 of 122 Page 121 of 122 Page 122 of 122