Thrane and Thrane A S AVIATOR700 Users Manual
AVIATOR 700/700D
User manual
AVIATOR 700/700D
User Manual
Document number: 98-130578-D
Release date: June 22, 2018
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Safety summary
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all
phases of operation, service and repair of this equipment. Failure to
comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this
manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended
use of the equipment. Thrane & Thrane A/S assumes no liability for the
customer's failure to comply with these requirements.
RADIATION WARNING
During transmission the antenna radiates Microwave power. High
levels of radio frequency radiation are considered harmful to
health. Although no single value has been agreed upon by all
countries, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI/IEEE
C95.1-1992) recommends that people should not be exposed to
radiation stronger than 1 milli Watt per square centimeter at the
frequencies used in this system. Accordingly, the operator of the
system should ensure that no person should approach within
200 cm from the sides and above the satcom antenna when the
system is transmitting.
Radio frequency radiation exposure information:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance of 200 cm between the radiator and
your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Antenna mounting
The antenna supplied by the manufacturer must be located such that
during radio transmission, no person or persons can come closer than the
minimum safe distance stated in the Radiation warning above. To comply
with current FCC RF Exposure limits, the antenna must be installed at or
exceeding the minimum safe distance shown above, and in accordance
with the requirements of the antenna manufacturer or supplier.
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Disposal
Note
Old electrical and electronic equipment marked with this symbol
can contain substances hazardous to human beings and the
environment. Never dispose these items together with unsorted
municipal waste (household waste). In order to protect the
environment and ensure the correct recycling of old equipment
as well as the re-utilization of individual components, use either
public collection or private collection by the local distributor of old electrical
and electronic equipment marked with this symbol.
Contact the local distributor for information about what type of return system
to use.
About the manual
Intended readers
This manual is a user manual for the AVIATOR 700 System. The readers of this
manual include aircraft personnel and passengers who want to use Classic
Aero, SwiftBroadband and Swift64 services.
For the daily use of the system there are no specific skills required. However, it
is important that you observe all safety requirements listed in this manual, and
operate the system according to the guidelines in this manual.
The AVIATOR 700 system is available in two versions:
AVIATOR 700 approved to RTCA specification DO- 178B
level E and DO-254 level E
AVIATOR 700D approved to RTCA specification DO-178B
level D and DO-254 level D.
In general descriptions the nomenclature AVIATOR 700
covers both versions. Where necessary, the Level D
system is specified as AVIATOR 700D.
Manual overview
The manual contains the following chapters:
• Introduction - an overview of the Inmarsat Aero system and its services.
Also a brief description of the AVIATOR 700 system.
• Get started - a description of how to start up the system.
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• Calls, faxes and SMS - a detailed description how to make calls, from
the Full Feature handsets or the MCDU (Multi-function Control and Display
Unit, how to send faxes and how to send and receive text messages. Also a
short description of other handsets.
• Use a computer – a description of how to connect and set up a
computer for using SwiftBroadband or Swift64 data services, including
LAN and WLAN connection, ISDN and MPDS connections, PPPoE and
analog modem connection.
• System operation with setup information for the Full Feature handset,
MCDU and the SwiftBroadband Unit.
• Troubleshooting – a short troubleshooting guide, a description of
system LEDS and error messages that may appear during operation. Also a
list of H
+
Cause codes and information on where to get further help if
necessary.
Note that this manual does not cover the installation, configuration and setup
of the system. It does neither cover how to customize the system for specific
applications. For more detailed information how to set up interfaces and
configure network setup and routing functionality see the AVIATOR 700
Installation and maintenance manual.
You find the part numbers for related manuals in Related documents on the
next page.
This manual may not always reflect the latest software functionality of your
AVIATOR 700 system. To obtain the latest version of the manual, please enter
the Cobham SATCOM web site at: www.cobham.com/satcom, select
Cobham SYNC Partner Portal and download the latest version, or acquire
it from your distributor.
Software version
This manual describes the following:
AVIATOR 700 (Level E) with the following software:
• SBU: AVIATOR 700: 1.09 (Level E) or greater
• SDU: AVIATOR 700: 1.15 (Level E) or greater
The software used to control the unit operation complies with RTCA
specification DO-178B level E application software.
The firmware used to control the unit operation complies with RTCA
specification DO-254D level E firmware.
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AVIATOR 700 (Level D) with the following software:
• SBU: AVIATOR 700D: 2.02 (Level D) or greater
• SDU: AVIATOR 700D: 2.01 (Level D) or greater
The software used to control the unit operation complies with RTCA
specification DO-178B level D application software.
The firmware used to control the unit operation complies with RTCA
specification DO-254D level D firmware.
Related documents
The below list shows the documents related to this manual and to the
AVIATOR 700 system:
Title and description
AVIATOR 700 Quick Guide containing short instructions
for the daily use of the system.
AVIATOR 700 Installation and Maintenance Manual
containing detailed information needed to install and
configure the AVIATOR 700 system in the aircraft.
AVIATOR Wireless Handset and Cradle, User Manual 98-129599
AVIATOR Wireless Handset and Cradle, Installation
and Maintenance Manual
+
Swift64 and H
700 and HSD
Data Service, Supplement to AVIATOR
+
User Manual, available for download.
Typography
In this manual, typography is used as indicated below:
Bold is used for the following purposes:
•To emphasize words.
Example: “Do not touch the antenna”.
• To indicate what the user should select in the user interface.
Example: “Select SETTINGS > LAN”.
Part
number
98-130554
98-124743
98-129600
98-132721
Italic is used to emphasize the paragraph title in cross-references.
Example: “For further information, see Connecting Cables on page...”.
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Table of contents
About the manual .......................................................................... iv
Chapter 1 Introduction
System description ........................................................................2
AVIATOR 700 system .............................................................................3
AVIATOR 700 Features ..........................................................................4
AVIATOR 700 Services ...........................................................................4
AVIATOR 700 Interfaces .......................................................................6
AVIATOR 700 system parts ..................................................................9
Aero services — background information ................15
Call and data services ..........................................................................15
Satellite coverage maps ......................................................................17
Background information, SwiftBroadband services ...................19
Background information, Classic Aero and Swift64 services .. 21
Chapter 2 Get started
Logon procedure ...........................................................................25
Logon procedure with the Full Feature handset ..........................25
Logon procedure with the MCDU .................................................... 26
Connect a computer .................................................................. 27
Internet, e-mail, etc. .............................................................................27
Make the first call ........................................................................29
Make a call (air to ground) .................................................................29
Call a handset in the aircraft (ground to air) .................................29
Send a fax ..........................................................................................32
Send a fax via SBU ................................................................................ 32
Send a fax via SDU ............................................................................... 32
To power off the satcom system ..................................... 32
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Chapter 3 Calls, faxes and SMS
Introduction ....................................................................................33
Use a phone or fax machine (SDU) ................................34
Available interfaces (SDU) ..................................................................34
Select a call type (SDU) ....................................................................... 34
Make or receive a phone call (SDU) ................................................ 37
Send or receive a fax message (SDU) ............................................. 44
Use a phone or fax machine (SBU) ................................46
Available interfaces (SBU) ..................................................................46
Select a call type (SBU) ....................................................................... 46
Make or receive a phone call (SBU) ................................................. 49
Send or receive a fax message (SBU) ............................................. 60
Operate the handsets ...............................................................62
Operate the Full Feature handset .....................................................62
How to make calls from the Full Feature handset ......................71
Operate the Auxiliary handset ..........................................................73
How to make calls from the Auxiliary Handset ............................ 76
How to make a call with the Sigma7 handset ............................... 79
How to make a call with the 2.4GHz Cordless handset ............. 80
How to make a call from an ISDN phone ......................................80
Operate the AVIATOR Wireless Handset .......................................80
Use a SIP-enabled IP handset (SBU) ...............................................81
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Use the MCDU ................................................................................83
Operate the MCDU ...............................................................................83
Make or receive a phone call (MCDU) ............................................ 87
SMS service .......................................................................................94
Introduction ........................................................................................... 94
Handle messages ................................................................................... 96
Configure message settings ...............................................................99
Chapter 4 Use a computer
Use a computer over SwiftBroadband ......................101
Tool for setup and use: The web interface ................................ 101
Services and interfaces .................................................................... 103
LAN and WLAN interfaces ............................................................... 104
Customize network use .................................................................... 104
Network user groups .........................................................................105
Connect to the Internet ................................................................... 106
Use a computer over Swift64 .......................................... 112
Chapter 5 System operation
Full Feature handset operation (SDU) ...................... 113
Access and exit menus ..................................................................... 114
Restricted access ................................................................................ 114
Use the SDU phone book ................................................................ 115
Handset Setup ..................................................................................... 117
Ring Profile ...........................................................................................122
Lock System .........................................................................................123
Logon Menu ......................................................................................... 124
System Setup ......................................................................................130
System Setup, Ring Profiles ............................................................ 133
System Setup, Quick Dial ................................................................. 135
System Setup, Pin Setup .................................................................. 136
System Setup, Configure ................................................................. 138
Status ..................................................................................................... 143
Maintenance (reset) ..........................................................................148
Table of contents
MCDU operation ........................................................................ 149
Operate the MCDU ............................................................................149
AVIATOR 700 main menu ............................................................... 150
SUBMENU ............................................................................................151
LOCK menu .......................................................................................... 152
LOGON menu ......................................................................................153
SYSTEM menu .................................................................................... 156
STATUS menu ..................................................................................... 160
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Use the SBU web interface ............................................... 164
Introduction to the SBU web interface ...................................... 164
Use the SBU phone book ................................................................. 173
Use the Call log ................................................................................... 176
View the lists of calls .........................................................................177
Start or stop any data session ........................................................ 179
Call log handling ................................................................................. 180
Set data limits ..................................................................................... 181
Set up the local exchange function ............................................. 182
Remote management and activation .......................................... 183
Prepare the AVIATOR 700 for remote management ............. 183
Access the AVIATOR 700 from a remote location .................. 184
Remote activation of the SBU with SMS .................................... 185
Restricted dialing ................................................................................ 187
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Get support ....................................................................................189
Airtime support ................................................................................... 189
System support ................................................................................... 189
SDU errors ...................................................................................... 190
Error messages ....................................................................................190
List of H+ Cause codes ......................................................................192
SBU errors ....................................................................................... 198
Access the Help desk ........................................................................ 198
Generate a diagnostic report .......................................................... 199
Event log and self test ...................................................................... 199
SBU Troubleshooting guide ............................................................ 200
System LEDs .................................................................................. 206
SDU LEDs ..............................................................................................206
HPA LEDs .............................................................................................. 207
SBU LEDs .............................................................................................. 208
App. A Menu trees
Menu tree for the Full Feature handset ...................................... 212
Menu tree for the MCDU ................................................................ 213
Menu tree for the SBU ..................................................................... 214
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App. B List of available GESs
App. C Conformity
FCC ....................................................................................................... 217
15.19 / RSS-GEN ................................................................................. 217
15.21 ...................................................................................................... 217
15.105 ...................................................................................................217
ICES-003 .............................................................................................. 218
Glossary .................................................................................................................. 219
Index .................................................................................................................. 225
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Chapter 1
Introduction
Introduction 1
Congratulations on the purchase of your AVIATOR 700 system. It provides
simultaneous high-speed data and voice communication via satellite
through Inmarsat’s SwiftBroadband and Classic Aero services.
See the table below to see the cabin applications that are available.
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Telephone
(secure)
For instructions how to install and set up the system see the Installation
and Maintenance Manual.
In this chapter
In this chapter you can read about:
• System description
• Aero services — background information
Internet
E-mail
Wireless
access
point
Built-in
router
Messaging
service
ISDN Fax
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Note
System description
The AVIATOR 700 is a unique multi-channel solution. It combines global
voice, fax and data capabilities of the Inmarsat Classic Aero,
SwiftBroadband and Swift64 service.
These service classes are available on two satellite types: the I4 and I3
satellites. The AVIATOR 700 system supports both types and manages
automatic satellite hand-over between the satellites. This means 100%
worldwide coverage for data and phone services.
The Classic Aero services are available on both I3 and I4 satellites,
while data services using SwiftBroadband are available exclusively
on I4 satellites. The AVIATOR 700 system uses Swift Broadband
for data services whenever possible. Swift64 is used as a fallback
solution for areas where SwiftBroadband is not available.
For detailed information on services and coverage maps see Aero services
— background information on page 15.
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Introduction
AVIATOR 700 system
PC #1
PC #2
Sigma7
2.4GHz
Full Feature
AFIS/ACARS, CMU
SwiftBroadband Data
LAN/WLAN
Secure Communication
Fax
Videophone
Auxiliary
Handset
MCDU
Handset
Cockpit
Headset
Cordless
Handset
Handset
Smart Phone
SwiftBroadband
Unit (SBU)
Satellite Data
Unit (SDU)
AVIATOR Wireless
Handset
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Note
AVIATOR 700 Features
The AVIATOR 700 system has the following features:
Cockpit audio dialing from MCDU
Cockpit data channel
Interface to ACARS, AFIS and CMU
Data rates up to 432 kbps
VoIP connectivity
Wired and wireless web browsing and corporate VPN access
Wireless use of PDA and Smart Phones
Low cost and high quality voice service
Built-in router for intelligent connectivity support and multiple user
support
Built-in Ethernet switch for supporting multiple wired lap tops
Built-in wireless LAN for supporting multiple wireless devices
Built-in Multi-voice option, up to 1 + 8 concurrent calls
2 built-in PBX for supporting multiple handsets
ISDN connectivity
AVIATOR 700 Services
The following table gives an overview of the services available for Inmarsat
services Classic Aero, SwiftBroadband and Swift64.
The devices in the cabin must be connected to the correct unit,
the Satellite Data Unit (SDU) or the SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU), to
support the individual services. See AVIATOR 700 Interfaces on
page 6.
Typically the system will log on to an I4 satellite where Classic Aero and
SwiftBroadband are available. SwiftBroadband handles all Swift64 services
and more.
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Introduction
For background information on these services, see Background
information, SwiftBroadband services on page 19 and Background
information, Classic Aero and Swift64 services on page 21.
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Services
Voice service Classic
2.4 kbps modem/fax
Low speed data (600 or 1200 bps) for
CMU, AFIS and ACARS
IP background service (up to
432 kbps)
IP streaming service
(8/16/32/64/128 kbps/X-Stream)
Standard voice (AMBE call)
ISDN UDI 64 kbps
ISDN RDI 56 kbps
High quality audio service (3.1 kHz
(14.4 kbps) for modems, G3 fax etc.)
High-quality voice
Built-in router option with DHCP and
Network Address Translation (NAT)
I4
satellite
Swift
I3
satellite
Inmarsat
service
Aero (H
Broadband
(SBB)
+
)
Built-in wireless option
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Note
Services
IP/MPDS background service (up to
I4
satellite
I3
satellite
Swift64
64 kbps)
ISDN UDI 64 kbps
ISDN RDI
High quality audio service (3.1 kHz
a
56 kbps
(14.4 kbps) for modems, G3 fax etc.)
High-quality voice (speech)
a. Check with your service provider that the RDI service is available on the
Ground Infrastructure network.
AVIATOR 700 Interfaces
The following table shows the interfaces of the AVIATOR 700 system.
Check with your system responsible for interfaces available in your aircraft.
The devices in the cabin must be connected to the correct unit,
the Satellite Data Unit (SDU) or the SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU), to
support the individual services.
Inmarsat
service
(SW64,
HSD)
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Introduction
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Interfaces
Full feature handset (4-wire) for voice
service (low cost) or 3.1 kHz high
quality audio service
Telephone handsets (2-wire) for voice
service (low cost) or 3.1 kHz high
quality audio service
MCDU (Cockpit) 2 2
ARINC 429 (Low speed data 1.2 kbps
for AFIS, ACARS, CMU) (Cockpit)
ISDN — 1
Ethernet interfaces for PC etc. (MPDS
via PPPoE) and external router
RS-422 / RS-232 for MPDS via PPP,
UDI and RDI
Ethernet interfaces for PCs etc. 6 — SBU
Built-in wireless access point for
background data and streaming
services
a
I4
satellite
44SDU
22
11
—1
—1
1—
I3
satellite
Via
ISDN 1 —
Telephone handsets (2-wire) for voice
service (low cost) or 3.1 kHz high
quality audio service
a. Check with your service provider that the RDI service is available on the
Ground Infrastructure network.
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Non-Safety interfaces (Level E)
The following interfaces are strictly for non-safety usage:
•Cockpit audio
• ACARS/AFIS/CMU (information and management systems)
• MCDU (Multifunction Control and Display Unit)
Safety interfaces (Level D)
The following interfaces are approved for safety usage:
•Cockpit audio
• ACARS/AFIS/CMU (information and management systems)
• MCDU (Multifunction Control and Display Unit)
Built-in router and Wireless options
The SwiftBroadband Unit of the AVIATOR 700
system offers a built-in router as an option. With
this option you can connect multiple computers,
and several applications can use the system
simultaneously. The system also offers a built-in Wireless option for
wireless communication devices using a WLAN antenna approved for
aeronautical use.
These options are enabled in the AVIATOR 700 by a FLEX key entered
during system configuration, typically at Thrane & Thrane. If not, you can
upgrade your system at a later stage. For upgrade instructions see the
AVIATOR 700 Installation and Maintenance Manual containing detailed
information needed to install and configure the AVIATOR 700 system in
the aircraft..
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Introduction
Note
PBX telephone exchanges
The AVIATOR 700 system has two built-in independent PBX units:
• PBX in the Satellite Data Unit (SDU)
• PBX in the SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU)
See the overview in AVIATOR 700 Interfaces on page 6 for information on
which types and how many phones can be connected to each PBX. You can
route calls to handsets connected to the same PBX (SDU or SBU).
Call routing between the two PBX units is not supported.
The devices in the cabin must be connected to the correct unit,
the Satellite Data Unit (SDU) or the SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU), to
support the individual services.
A call incoming on the SDU can be routed to a handset marked
SDU, a call incoming on the SBU can be routed to a handset
marked SBU.
You can also connect the AVIATOR Wireless Handset.
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If you have an IP phone or Smart Phone that has a SIP client, you can use
the integrated SIP server of the SBU. For instructions see To set up a SIP-
enabled wireless IP handset (SBU) on page 81.
AVIATOR 700 system parts
The AVIATOR 700 system comprises the following parts:
• TT-5035A Satellite Data Unit (SDU) and TT-5014A High Power
Amplifier (HPA)
• TT-5040A SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU)
• Handsets
• Multifunction Control and Display Unit (MCDU) (optional)
• Web interface for SBU control
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SDU
HPA
TT-5035A Satellite Data Unit (SDU) and TT-5014A High Power
Amplifier (HPA)
The SDU is the controlling unit of the satcom system. A Configuration
Module (CM) and all the interfaces, except for the maintenance port, are
located on the rear of this unit.
The High Power Amplifier (HPA) connects to the satcom antenna and
amplifies the transmission signals of all channels simultaneously.
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Introduction
TT-5040A SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU)
The SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU) provides
access to the SwiftBroadband services. A
Configuration Module (CM) and all the
interfaces, except for the maintenance
port, are located on the rear of this unit.
Handsets
TT-5620A Full Feature handset and
TT-5622A Full Feature cradle
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The Full Feature handset is used to make
and receive calls and to control, view
status information and configuration data
of parts of the AVIATOR 700 system,
including the SDU.
See Operate the Full Feature handset on
page 62 for a description of keys, LEDs
and display of the Full Feature handset
and How to make calls from the Full
Feature handset on page 71how to make
calls.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
AVIATOR Wireless Handset and Cradle
The AVIATOR Wireless Handset is used to
make phone calls over an IP based network.
The handset connects to a wireless access
point using a Wireless Local Area Network
(WLAN).
See the AVIATOR Wireless Handset and
Cradle, User Manual for a description of the
keys and LEDs of this handset and how to
make calls.
TT-5621B Auxiliary handset and TT-5622B
Auxiliary cradle
The Auxiliary handset is used to receive and to make
calls.
See Operate the Auxiliary handset on page 73 for a
description of the keys and LEDs of the Auxiliary
handset and how to make calls.
7
Sigma
The Sigma
handset and cradle
7
handset is used to receive and to
make calls.
See How to make a call with the Sigma
7
handset on page 79 for a description of how to
use the Sigma
7
handset and how to make calls.
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Introduction
(Example)
2.4GHz Cordless handset
The 2.4GHz Cordless handset system is used
to receive and to make calls.
See How to make a call with the 2.4GHz
Cordless handset on page 80 for a
description of how to use the 2.4GHz
Cordless handset and how to make calls.
Multifunction Control and Display Unit (MCDU) (optional)
An MCDU can be used to make and receive
calls and to access the AVIATOR 700 menu
system for control and configuration of the
satcom system from the cockpit. A subset of
the MCDU menus and functions are identical
to those of the Full Feature handsets.
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With the cockpit audio interface, which
connects to the pilot headset via the cockpit
Audio Management System, the pilot can
make calls from the cockpit without using a
handset.
See Use the MCDU on page 83 for a
description of how to use the MCDU.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Web interface for SBU control
Use the built-in web interface of the
SwiftBroadband Unit (SBU) to access the system
settings. The web interface is accessed from a
computer connected to one of the LAN
connectors or using the WLAN interface of the
SBU. The web interface is shown in an Internet
browser. No additional installation of software is
needed.
See Introduction to the SBU web interface on
page 164 for a description of how to use the web
interface.
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Introduction
Aero services — background information
Call and data services
The geostationary satellites are your connection to the Internet and
telephone networks. They are situated above the equator. Geostationary
means that the satellites are stationary in relation to Earth, i.e. they rotate at
a speed that matches the rotation speed of the Earth. The satellites are run
and managed by Inmarsat. Inmarsat is the leading provider of global mobile
communications services. Inmarsat keeps track of which units are logged
on to the system, assigns a free channel and manages the data when a
network connection is established or a call is made.
With the AVIATOR 700 system you can use the services SwiftBroadband,
Classic Aero and Swift64. They are accessible worldwide, except the
extreme polar regions. They are represented on the following satellite
types:
• SwiftBroadband: Four I4 satellites
• Classic Aero: Four I4 satellites and four I3 satellites
• Swift64: Four I3 satellites
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Satellite
type
I4 AMER Americas
I3 AORE Atlantic Ocean Region East
Short
name
MEAS Middle East and Asia
APAC Asia Pacific
EMEA
(Alphasat)
POR Pacific Ocean Region
IOR Indian Ocean Region
AORW Atlantic Ocean Region West
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Full name
Alphasat (covers Europe,
Middle East and Africa)
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Note
Note
Each satellite covers a certain area (footprint) and supports a number of
powerful spot-beams making the service available virtually anywhere on
Earth between approximately 70°N and 70°S.
For coverage maps of the satellites see Satellite coverage maps on
page 17.
Some of the services are available on the interfaces of the SDU,
others on the SBU. See AVIATOR 700 Interfaces on page 6 and
check your cabin installation for interfaces available in your
installation.
For uses of these services see AVIATOR 700 Services on page 4.
SwiftBroadband
The Aero SwiftBroadband services are available on four I4 satellites. Each of
these covers a certain area, this is also called a footprint, supporting a
number of powerful narrow-spot-beams making the SwiftBroadband
service available virtually anywhere on the earth.
Classic Aero
The Inmarsat Classic Aero (also called H+) services are available on four I3
satellites and four I4 satellites.
Swift64
The Inmarsat Swift64 (also called High Speed Data or HSD) services are
available on four I3 satellites. This service is used as a fallback solution
when the primary data service, SwiftBroadband, is not available.
The ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) and MPDS (Mobile
Packet Data Service) services are only available when the aircraft
is positioned inside an area with Spot Beam coverage.
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Introduction
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Combined I-4 and
Alphasat coverage
I-4 Asia-PacificI-4 Americas Alphasat I-4 MEAS
This map depicts Inmarsat’s expectations of coverage following the commercial
introduction of Inmarsat’s fourth L-band region, scheduled for the end of 2015. It does not
represent a guarantee of service. The availability of service at the edge of coverage areas
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Note
Satellite coverage maps
The AVIATOR 700 system is typically configured to automatic logon to the
satellite services after power up. The system supports automatic satellite
hand-over when the aircraft moves out of the coverage area for the current
satellite, ensuring permanent coverage by either I4 or I3 satellites. In areas
with no I4 satellite coverage, the system will fall back to an I3 satellite.
When the system moves back into I4 coverage, the hand over to an I4
satellite takes place as soon as there are no active Classic Aero or Swift64
calls.
The following figure shows coverage of SwiftBroadband and Classic Aero
services on I4 satellites.
Inmarsat’s I4 satellite coverage (AMER, MEAS, APAC,
EMEA/Alphasat)
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The map above shows Inmarsat’s SwiftBroadband services
coverage. The map does not represent a guarantee of service. The
availability of service at the edge of coverage areas may fluctuate.
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