Benefits: Real-time GPS tracking and instantaneous bi-diectional messaging ensures consistent and reliable two-way contact, security and peace of mind for your field personnel operating in any remote location.
• Protection of personnel while operating in the field under difficult conditions
• A cost-effictive communications solution which is not reliant on suitable geography or availability of mainstream cellular networks
• Engineered power solutions that allow operation in all weather conditions
Super-ruggedized build quality:
• Sealed waterproof casing
• Waterproof key pad with a secure tactile feel
• A fully sealed and protected battery bay
• Highly-legible colour display which is itself internally shock-protected
• Non-articulating antenna designed to be as short and strong as possible
• High level of vibration resistance to internal components
• Power and alert switches are recessed to prevent accidental deployment
• User setting customisation via on-screen menus or Solara's user website
• Integrated lanyard clip loop
• Comprehensive user manual and easy to follow quick-start guide
How it works:
• Instant two-way communications via the ubiquitous Iridium satellite network
• Unencumbered free-form message text entry
• Standard message templates may be customised, resulting in quick, error-free messaging
• Solara's website provides users a method to perform full-featured text messaging
• Your choice of region-specific agency to manage distress signal notification, with collaborative fallback to multiple contacts optionally available
• 24/7/356 routine message or alert monitoring service available as an option
• System access options managed via Solara's website
• Ultra-flexible airtime solutions
Power:
- internal rechargeable nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries and battery charger
- optional external solar panel, external AC adapter or vehicle accessory connector plug (12 or 24 volts DC)
Size and weight:
- 15cm (6’’) plus 3 cm (1.2’’) antenna x 7.5 cm (2.8’’) x 4.5 cm (1.75’’) maximum dimensions of curved shape
- Approx. 500 g (1.1 lbs.) weight (400g with optional lithium internal battery, available in 2nd quarter of 2010)
Temperature:
- -20° C (-4°F) to 60° C (140°F)
- -40° C (-40°F) to 60° C (140°F) (with cold weather kit or direct connect to power)
Shock and Vibration Resistance:
- MIL-STD-810 G ; 7.5g RMS random vibration 20 to 2000 Hz with 10G shock in
each axis, plus survives 70G crash test
Water Resistance:
- IP68 certification pending; waterproof, submersible to 1 m (3.3’) for one hour
Altitude:
- operation to 13,000 m (40,000 ft)
Operation Area:
- the Iridium satellite network provides complete global coverage.
* Specifications are subject to change without notice. CE and C-tick
Accessories
- Belt carrying pouch
- Vehicle mounting cradle with wide choice of mounting arms and mounts
- Flexible solar panel, folds up to fit in a pocket
- External battery/cold-weather kit for user-supplied AA lithium 1.5V batteries
- Choice of vehicle accessory plug (‘‘cigarette lighter’’) power cables; charge only or direct operate and charge
- Choice of AC/DC charge adapter; 5A 110V for running any accessory load or 100V --- 240V universal adapter
- USB firmware programming/communication cable
- Noise-filtered, direct power connector harness to vehicle battery or electrical system