Hughes Satellite IP Modem R-BGAN - Manual (Page 20)

S TEP 5: GPS L OCATION
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
red / amber
Proceed – Power light
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.
S TEP 6: C HANGE THE M ODEM A NTENNA S WITCH
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:
o
pointing to the “R” position for normal operation
o
pointing to “EXT” for the operation using an external antenna
Normal Position Rotated to “R” Position
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