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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, Nera and Hughes HNS is provided below.  Click on the model name for more details and pictures.

Model

Explorer 100 ( WorldPro 1000)

HNS 9201

Thrane Explorer 500    

Thrane Explorer 300

Thrane Explorer 700

Size
200 x 140 x 40 mm (<1 kg)
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 384/240 kbps
Up to 492 kbps
Up to 464/448 kbps
Up to 384/240 Kbps
Up to 492 kbps
Streaming IP
32 & 64 kbps
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
Not available
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 Nera WorldSet, ISDN phones, Bluetooth handset
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, Bluetooth
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
IP44
IP55
IP54
IP54
Transceiver: IP-52
Antenna: IP-66
Battery Life
Transmit: 5 hours,
Stand-by: 36 hours
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
10.8-15.6 Volts DC
11.1 Volts DC
10-16 Volts DC
10-16 Volts DC
10-32VDC
Operating Environment
-20 to +55C
-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
Terminal can be separated into two parts, for indoor & outdoor use, with no need for an external antenna.
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: BGAN Auto-Pointing Mobile System

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





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