User's Manual

16 Thuraya IP+ Satellite Modem User Guide
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STATUS SCREEN
The Status Screen, displayed in a separate window, provides you with a constantly
updated flow of dynamic information and a concise summary of the Thuraya IP+
status.
When the Status Screen is open, its information is updated every minute.
Note that
while on battery power, your operating time will be reduced .
Network Status
: Provides the status of the network connection.
Signal Quality
: This bar graph displays satellite signal quality.
Signal Strength
: Use this display to monitor incoming signal strength from the satellite
and permit pointing or re-pointing to occur at any time during operation.
Note: Signal Quality vs. Signal Strength. The Signal Quality status is a
different measure of the received satellite signal than the Signal Strength
status. Seeing differences between these two levels is normal and not an
indication of a problem with your Thuraya IP+.
Antenna Type: Use this display to determine which satellite and GPS antenna is in use.
The standalone terminal will use its internal antenna. Optional external antennas,
active, passive and GPS, can be hooked up to the Thuraya IP+
for convenience and
higher performance. See your service provider regarding these accessories.
Battery Status
: On battery, charging or charged.
Battery Level
: This bar graph provides an indication of remaining battery capacity.
 Green: normal indication of battery level
 Red: almost fully discharged
 Amber: charging under external power
Status:
Any current system status codes (see Troubleshooting section).