User's Manual

6 Thuraya IP+ Satellite Modem User Guide
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Quick Reference
This section serves as a reference guide, identifying the key operational aspects of
using the Thuraya IP+
system and the Controls and Indicators on Thuraya IP+ and
their functions.
Global Positioning System Operation
The Thuraya IP+ contains an integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver that
is used to provide location information. GPS location information is required for
system access, and the reception of a new GPS location is attempted automatically
every time Thuraya IP+
is powered on.
For optimum GPS signal reception, make sure Thuraya IP+
is positioned in a roughly
horizontal placement. Since GPS receivers must “see” a large part of the sky without
obstructions from buildings, mountains or trees, it may be necessary to take your
Thuraya IP+
out to a clear space to obtain a new GPS location. It may be possible to
obtain a new GPS location in a less favourable circumstance, but the time to
completion may be longer.
Once updated, Thuraya IP+
remembers your location so the unit can be relocated to
a more convenient working area, such as inside a building by a window facing toward
the satellite.
Once you have established a session on Thuraya IP+
you will not need another GPS
location while you remain connected in the “Always On” condition. This is convenient
if you intend to operate from one location for an extended period of time since there
is no need to move Thuraya IP+ to refresh the GPS receiver. Also, your stored GPS
location remains good for a period of time even if you power down and move a short
distance between sessions. When you believe this is the case, simply skip the GPS
location step and complete the Thuraya IP+ satellite pointing operation prior to going
directly onto the network. Be sure to carefully point your unit every time it is moved.
STORED GPS LOCATION
The most recent GPS location is stored in Thuraya IP+ even when powered down.
Upon power up, the Thuraya IP+ will attempt to update this GPS location since the
Thuraya system will only allow access if your GPS location is not too old. If Thuraya
IP+ has a valid GPS location then the GPS icon on the display will go from flashing to
solid. Likewise, the wMMI will indicate if the currently available GPS location is valid or
invalid.