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BGAN Terminals

BGAN is accessible via a range of small, lightweight satellite terminals, which provide performance options to suit different operational needs.  Terminals can be connected quickly and easily to a laptop, or multiple laptops, via wired or wireless connections, including Bluetooth or WiFi, depending on your choice of terminal.  The smallest terminals are designed to suit single users, for whom portability is the primary concern. Larger terminals offer higher bandwidth and are particularly suitable for small teams, who may need to establish temporary offices for longer periods.  Terminals can be used indoors and outdoors, being robust enough to withstand challenging environments and extremes of temperature. 

A comparison of the various BGAN terminals from Thrane and Hughes HNS is provided below.  Click on the model name for more details and pictures.

Model

HNS 9201

Thrane Explorer 500    

Thrane Explorer 300

Thrane Explorer 700

Size
345 x 275 x 50 mm (2.8 Kg)
217 x 217 x 52 mm (<1.5 kg)
H: 16.8cm x W:21.7cm x D: 5.2cm
H: 29.0cm/W: 39.9cm/D: 5.1cm
Standard IP
Up to 492 kbps
Up to 464/448 kbps
Up to 384/240 Kbps
Up to 492 kbps
Streaming IP
32, 64, 128 and 256 kbps, Multiple IP streaming sessions simultaneously
32, 64 and 128 kbps, Multiple IP streaming sessions simultaneously
32 & 64 kbps
32, 64, 128, 256kbps

ISDN
1 x 64 kbps (3.2 kHz audio, RDI & UDI)
Via USB
Not available
2 port RJ-45, 64K, 8 units per port
Voice
Via ISDN handset
Via RJ11 or Bluetooth handset; 3.1 kHz audio
Via RJ11 or Bluetooth handset; 3.1 kHz audio
2 port RJ11 or Bluetooth with support for  8 devices
Data interfaces
USB, Ethernet, WLAN 802.11b (up to 100m), WEP, DHCP
USB, Bluetooth, Ethernet
Bluetooth, Ethernet
USB, Bluetooth, 2 port Ethernet, WLAN (802.11 a/b/g)
Ingress Protection
IP55
IP54
IP54
Transceiver: IP-52
Antenna: IP-66
Battery Life
Transmit: 162 MB via Ethernet, Receive: 864 MB via Ethernet, Stand-by: 36 hours
Transmit: 1.5 hours @ 144 kbps, Stand-by: 36 hours
Stand-by time: 36h, Standard call: 3h, Rx time, max.: 3h30m @ 64kbps, Tx time, max.: 1h20 @ 96kbps
Stand-by time: 36h, Tx time, max.: 2h30m @ 144kbps, 1h30m @ 492kbps, Rx time, max.: 3h30m @ 492kbps
Input Voltage
11.1 Volts DC
10-16 Volts DC
10-16 Volts DC
10-32VDC
Operating Environment
-25 to +60C from external DC power, -5 to +55C from battery
-25 to +55C from external DC power, 0 to +55C from battery
-25°C to +55°C

-25°C to +55°C

Other Key Features
The HNS terminal provides the highest bandwidth and WLAN connectivity.
Built in web server for configuration & management, utilizes any standard analog phone, LCD display
Built in web server for configuration & management, utilizes any standard analog phone, LCD display
Built in web server for configuration & management, utilizes any standard analog phone, LCD display, Antenna can be placed up to 70m from transceiver

Also available: Auto-Tracking BGAN Antennas for mobile communications on the move - Explorer 325 and Explorer 727

For more information on BGAN products and services, please contact Network Innovations.





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