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 Transport
Tracking Applications
Beam communications provides specific solutions for in-vehicle
applications. The solutions provide the flexibility for data only
or voice and data installations that will also allow for such accessories
as the Beam TrackALERT interface or full hands-free installations.
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Brochure... |
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| Multi
Use Applications |
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Beam satellite terminals have been developed for multi use deployment
and can be easily deployed into various types of vehicles including,
off-road, trains, busses, planes, automobiles, trucks, heavy machinery
and recreational vehicles.
Beam terminals provide the flexibility to integrate with a wide
range of existing Vehicle Management Systems that various manufacturers
currently deploy. The use of a Beam satellite terminal provides
the ability to expand the accessibility to these systems into locations
where previously terrestrial coverage has not permitted.
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Voice
Integration: |
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applications that require some type of voice communication, it is
ideal in a transport application to have the option of handheld
or fully integrated hands-free use.
Depending on the application there is the option of using standard
fixed Intelligent Handsets, Cordless handset for away from vehicle
communications or the use of an integrated hands-free kit.
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| For emergency
services applications and other specific application where away
from vehicle communication is required, the use of cordless handset
in conjunction with an in-vehicle hands-free offers the best of
both worlds. |
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Beam provides an intelligent range of Communication terminals
to support various transport applications. Beam fixed communication
terminals are the most suitable, however there is also a range
of portable installations available if the Iridium Handheld 9505A
is being used.
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Global
Coverage The Iridium Satellite |
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The Iridium Satellite network provides a robust
network for supporting a global tracking application, with global
coverage from pole to pole and the use of low powered antennas
that are omni directional this makes a Beam TrackALERT system
your desired installation for any application.
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Data Services |
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All Beam terminals support all of the Iridium Data services available.
This then provides a flexible means by which to communicate using
one or more of the following protocols; Circuit Switched Data, Short
Message Service, Direct Internet and Short Burst Data. |
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Voice Services
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| Whilst
all data services are available on any Beam device, selected Beam
terminals offer varying voice service features. Any voice supported
terminal will allow the use of an Intelligent Handset, however the
Beam Remote Satellite Terminal, RST100, allows the use of standard
phone equipment through its intelligent RJ11 connectivity. This
means that standard cordless, corded or PBX systems can be integrated
for voice communications on this terminal. |
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The Beam Intelligent Handset, RST970, is an ideal accessory for
voice and SMS communications. The handset is compact, lightweight,
easy to install and comes complete with hang-up cup and mounting
brackets. The handset has a built in ringer, supports full SMS
functionality as well as an easy menu system to access phone settings.
The Intelligent handset is included in an In-Vehicle Telephone
Kit as well as the Beam RST973 In-vehicle accessory kit.
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Hands-free
Interface |
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 When
using the Hands-free Interface (HFI), included with the RST620
or as an accessory with the other terminals this provides high
quality, full duplex, and hands-free voice communications. Other
key features of the HFI include; Horn Alert Radio Integration
Radio Mute. The intelligent handset can be easily removed from
its cradle if a private conversation is required.
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Tracking/Monitoring
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For basic vehicle tracking and monitoring deployments the Beam
TrackALERT interface enables an intelligent Tracking and Alert
system to be deployed into various applications.
The Track ALERT interface will enable periodic or polled position
reporting information to be sent using SMS, SMS to email or Short
Burst Data to any designated location.
The alert mechanism of the unit also enables specific alerts to
be generated over and above the standard tracking reports when
required. Alerts can be integrated to simple panic buttons located
in the vehicle or sophisticated integration to generate alerts
in the even of a change of condition, such as temperature variation,
airbag deployment, or trailer removal etc.
The TrackALERT interface is highly intelligent and the ability
to configure many parameters in the terminal locally or remotely
enables a great deal of customization and flexibility.
For detailed information on the Beam TrackALERT terminals see
TrackALERT brochure for detailed information.
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GPS
Input options |
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The Intelligent range of Beam TrackALERT, Alert and Monitoring
interfaces provides you with the flexibility to use an inbuilt
GPS engine as is the case on the TrackALERT, RST030 range or the
External GPS on the RST035 range. Both terminals provide input
for two GPS signals either from an external antenna or any other
external NMEA feed that may be available form another device.
Priority can be set on the desired GPs input and then the terminal
will automatically revert to the back up input.
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Tracking
Reporting Options |
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There are several options
available for using the tracking functionality of the TrackALERT
unit. This includes the ability to preset the reporting to be sent
at a predetermined periodic interval from X minutes up to every
244 Hours.
Another option is to use polling, this is where it is possible to
send the terminal an SMS or SBD command and poll it for its current
location and or status.
In the event of tracking for emergency situations it is possible
to program the TrackALERT to send tracking reports only under Alarm/Alert
conditions, the alarm may have been raised either automatically
by a digital input or from a physical press of a button.
A key feature of the TrackALERT systems also enables the use of
movement detection. When this setting is turned on, it the TrackALERT
will only send tracking messages once the terminal has moved greater
than a preset X degree. This is ideal for effectively managing costs
of tracking data when not required. Even with this setting active
it is still possible to POLL the vehicle at anytime for its location.
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Configurable
Fields |
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|  TrackALERT
terminals provide a great deal of flexibility for configuring selected
information to be sent with each tracking and or alert message.
There are free text fields that enable specific company/personal
information, identification tags, origin country, registration numbers
and the like. It is also possible to select the level of detail
required such as speed, height, direction, digital input status
etc.
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Local/Remote
Configuration |
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The Intelligent processor
inside the TrackALERT interface enables the terminal to be configured
remotely or locally. Locally it can be simply configured with a PC
using the Beam Management System,(BMS) software, supplied with the
TrackALERT terminal.
Whilst using the BMS is the most simple, it is also possible to configure
most of the fields by sending commands to the terminal using either
SMS or SBD. |
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| Connection of Other Equipment/Devices
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| Beam terminals will support
the connection of a third party device through the DB9 Data connection,
enabling Data Loggers, Meter Readers and other terminal devices to
be easily connected to Satellite Communications. Beam terminals generally
supports engine management type monitoring devices to enable communication
through the satellite network via SMS, SBD or circuit switched data. |
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Remote Diagnostics
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SMS or SBD with the intelligence built into the Beam RST100 and
RST200 terminals it is possible to remotely configure the communication
terminal as well, run diagnostic checks, check signal strength,
temperature and call logs as well as the ability to have automated
reporting for “still alive” reporting if required. It
is also possible to perform some simple polling of a device plugged
into the Log Port of the terminal. This can be a very cost effective
means of low-level position and condition reporting. |
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Head Office
Communications |
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| In order to
reduce call costs to and from head office to vehicles it is advisable
to integrate an RST100 as part of a complete solution. The RST100
enables voice calls to be integrated with a PBX system, that will
allow for a reduced call rate for Iridium to Iridium calls. |
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| Antenna Selection |
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| There is a
range of suitable antenna installation types for various applications.
In order to maximize the signal penetration in some locations the
antenna can be installed some distances away from the main terminal
in a more appropriate location. |
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Alert
/ Tracking Products |
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Communication Terminals Supported
- Remote Satellite Terminal
- Remote Satellite Modem
- Remote Voice/Data Module
- In-vehicle Telephone
- Remote Data Module
- IntelliDOCK for 9505A
TrackALERT GPS Terminals
- TrackALERT-Inbuilt GPS
- TrackALERT-External GPS
Accessories
- Intelligent Handset
- Hands-free Interface
- Battery Backup
- Iridium Antennas
- GPS Antennas
- SSAS/Alarm Accessories
Key Solution Features:
Beam Equipment
- Ability to use standard telephone handsets
(RST100 only)
- Robust Intelligent Handsets available
- Intelligent microprocessor on board
- Remote / Local configuration
- Asset Tracking
- Remote Monitoring
- Alarm/Alert Reporting
- Omni directional antennas
- Full certified C, CE, A Ticks.
- Germanischer Lloyd & American Bureau of Shipping
Approved
- Full Environment Certification IEC60945
- Power input options 11-32V DC
- Battery Backup / Solar options available
- Low power requirement
Iridium Service Features
- Low cost mobile to mobile calls
- Supports SMS & SBD
- Internet access at 10 kbps
- 100% global coverage
- Prepaid or post paid service
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