What is it? Sky Connect Indoors is an Iridium voice and data terminal that allows standard telephones and cordless phones to be used to make Iridium calls. Users of this terminal are protected from the elements, since only the external antenna is exposed. A computer may be attached to Sky Connect Indoors for e-mail and Internal access.
Why do you need it? Sky Connect Indoors allows personnel within a building or other protected structure to make Iridium calls using ordinary corded or cordless telephones. These phones can be used to receive or originate calls using the “Iridium Dial Tone” provided by Sky Connect Indoors. There is no need to be outside in the weather in order to make an Iridium call. Only the sealed Iridium antenna is exposed to the elements. A PBX can access the Iridium network via Sky Connect Indoors.
Can be connected to a PBX to allow any phone on the system to get Iridium access
Allows multiple corded or cordless phones to share the Iridium Dial Tone
Supports Internet access and switched data calls
Universal AC power supply included
Diagnostic lights for signal strength and call status
Optional external SIM card reader
Supports Crew Calling prepaid scratch cards
The following options are recommended:
Skyconnect Intelligent Handset (Part# IRID-HANDSET) Supports SMS and allows programming from the handset. It requires one of the following Price: $225
Basic Hang-Up Cup (Part # IRID-HANGUPCUP) The Basic Hang-Up Cup for the Handset. Price : $40
External Sim Card Reader (Part# IRID-SIM-READ) This is an external Sim Card Reader (overrides the internal Sim Card) with Hang-Up Cup. The override Option can be disabled by tech. Price: $298
High Gain Mast Mount Antenna(Click here to see image) (Part # IRID-SKY-ANT) For Iridium SkyConnect. Waterproof. Incl: 30 cm thick wall pvc pipe with threaded ends. Price: $199
Iridium SkyConnect External Ringer (Part # IRID-SKY-RING) Designed for high noise environments. Provides audible phone ring for SkyConnect. Connects to RJ-11, with adjustable volume control. Price: $99
Iridium DB-9 Connector Extension Cable (Part # IRID-SKY-DB9-CBL) Extends data port up to 1,000 meters Price: $400
Iridium RJ-11/POTS Line Connector Extension Cable (Part # IRID-SKY-RJ11-CBL) Extends RJ-11 phone line up to 1,000 meters Price: $925 Specifications:
Transceiver
Ports:
1 RJ-11 for POTS phones, REN 5
2 RJ-45 for handset and SIM card reader
1 DB-9 Data port
1 Power connection
1 TNC L Band antenna
Dimensions:
10.5” (26.5 cm) x 4.5” (11.5 cm) x 2.75” (6.8 cm)
Weight:
3.5 lbs ( 1.6 kg)
Power Supply
Size:
6” (15 cm) x 3” (7.5 cm) x 2” (5 cm)
Weight:
1.6 lbs (0.8 kg)
Line cord connector:
3 pin IEC320
Antenna
Type:
Helix type
Size:
6” (15.5 cm) tall x 3.0” (7.8 cm) diameter
Connection:
Female TNC connector
3/4” pipe thread for mounting
Weight :
1 lb (0.4 kg)
Antenna Cable
Description:
Low Loss coaxial cable with dual TNC male connectors, 5 meters (custom lengths available)
