STEP 5: GPS LOCATION

STEP 5: GPS LOCATION

1.The Satellite IP Modem is now attempting to locate itself using GPS. This may take up to five minutes. It is important that the Satellite IP Modem is placed away from buildings, trees and other obstacles that might block a clear view of the sky.

Wait – Power light alternating

Proceed – Power light

red / amber

alternating green / amber

2.When the power light changes from a red/amber flash to an amber/green flash proceed to the next step. If the power light is solid green or flashing green, the Satellite IP modem is not in antenna pointing mode. In this case turn the Satellite IP modem off and then back on.

STEP 6: CHANGE THE MODEM ANTENNA SWITCH

1.Use the following instructions to change the modem antenna switch:

Open the modem antenna to the full upright position.

On the bottom center of the inside of the antenna, you will see a round slotted disk.

Using a coin, rotate the disk:

opointing to the “R” position for normal operation

opointing to “EXT” for the operation using an external antenna

Normal Position

Rotated to “R” Position

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Hughes R-BGAN red / amber, alternating green / amber, Gps Location, Wait - Power light alternating, Proceed - Power light