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Thrane & Thrane EXPLORER® 727

 

http://www.satcomgroup.com/images/product/large/426.jpgToday’s requirements for dynamic rapid response and deployable communications have never been more critical.  The EXPLORER® 727 is designed for real time Broadband satellite Communications on the Move (BCOTM).  From disaster relief and law enforcement to fighting terrorism across borders, EXPLORER® 727 will play a key role for decision making, planning and coordination.

 

The EXPLORER® 727 is unparalleled in the industry today with its robust, reliable and durable design.  The EXPLORER® 727 was developed with focus on BCOTM solutions for key markets, including: Department of Defence (DoD), Government and Commercial organizations with broadband satellite communications requirements.

 

Detailed Specification (PDF 427kb)

Firmware Download (6.30mb)

 

 

Typical applications:
·         Simultaneous voice and data
·         Legacy crypto devices
·         Analogue
·         ISDN
·         IP crypto
·         Surveillance
·         Back-up
·         Data collector
·         Situation awareness
·         Live broadcast
·         Video conferencing
·         File Transfer
·         Voice over IP (VoIP)
·         VPN

 

Communications on the Move:
·         Rapid Response
·         SIPR/NIPR
·         Boarder Control
·         News Gathering
·         Live Broadcast
·         Large File Transfer
·         Public Transportation
·         Disaster Management
·         Always Reach Back
·         Telemedicine
·         Armoured Vehicle

 



Thrane & Thrane EXPLORER® 727 Specifications

 

Features

Approvals (Planned)
Inmarsat Land Vehicle Type Approval
CE mark, FCC, GMPCS

Visual/audible features

Phone book
Message indication
Restricted dialing
Traffic logging
Admin Control (Password Protected)
Web Server
Built-in NAT router
Modem mode
Network Management
DHCP
SIP server
Up to 11*Primary PDP-Context

Operating Temperature

-25 to +55°C (-13 to 131°F)

Storage Temperature

-40 to +85°C (-40 to 185°F)

Interfaces

4 x 10/100 Mbps Ethernet LAN user ports w/PoE
- Max power at 12 V, 30 W
- Max power at 24 V, 60 W
1 x ISDN (Euro - RJ-45)
2 x 2-wire (Analogue-RJ-11)
5 x I/O connectort with General Purpose I/O's:
- Ignition Control
- Mute
- Ringer
1 x SIM card slot
1 x Heavy duty power input plug (10-32 VDC)
- w/Remote On/Off locking mechanism
1 x Factory default reset button
1 x Power On/Off switch
Status LEDs for:
Power, Terminal, Antenna, Messages, LAN Activity, Link, PoE

Antenna

Antenna Connectors:
EXPLORER Terminal TNC-Socket, female
EXPLORER Antenna, TNC-Socket, female

Environmental Conditions

Operating humidity: 95% non-condensing (at+40°C/ 104°F
EXPLORER Terminal: IP-31
EXPLORER Antenna: IP-56

Ambient Temperature

-25 to +55°C (-13 to 131°F)

Power Consumption

Maximum Incl. Antenna & PoE @ 10-32 V: 150W

Voice

Standard 4 kbps Yes
Premium 3.1 kHz Audio Yes

Antenna Connector

EXPLORER Terminal TNC-Socket, female
EXPLORER Antenna, TNC-Socket, female

Rx Freq. Band

1525.0 - 1559.0 MHz

Tx Freq. Band

1626.5 - 1660.5 MHz

Channel Spacing

1.25 kHz - RX.

Survival Temperature

-40°C to 80°C (-40 to 176°F)
(Power on, non functional)

Data/Fax

Data:
ISDN UDI/RDI 64/56 kbps
ISDN 3.1 kHz Audio 64 kbps
Standard data up to 432 kbps
Streaming data (QoS) 32, 64, 128, 256 kbps

Fax:
ISDN, 3.1 kHz Audio 64 kbps

Recommended Antenna cable

Cable Loss Max:
At 1525.0 - 1660.5 MHz 20dB
At 36 - 54 MHz 4dB
Maximum DC loop resistance 0.6 Ohm
Max cable length pr. type
RG-223_U-01 14m/46 ft
RG-214_U-01 50m/164ft
S-07262-BD 70m/230ft
S-10162-B11 92m/302ft

Global Service

Text Messaging:
SMS 160 char.

Optional Equipment

Accessories
Magnetic Mount (Antenna)
19" Rack Mount (Terminal)
EXPLORER 2-wire Handset
EXPLORER ISDN Handset
Multiple Antenna Colours (Green, White)
Cable Support

Future options
Multicast (Inmarsat dependant)
L-band RX applications

What's in the box?

EXPLORER 727
EXPLORER 727 Tracking Antenna
Antenna Cable, coax w/TNC plug (2,7 m & 8 m / 8.8 & 26ft)
Standard Ethernet Cable (6m)
24 VDC Input Cable w/car charger (6m/19.7 ft)
Thrane IP Handset w/Cradle & Coiled cable
Cable between Cradle ant Terminal (6m/19.7m)
Antenna mounting kit (Fixed / Rail)
Documentation package (Quick Start & CD)

Weight

Antenna 6kg/13.2 lbs
Transceiver 2,4 kg/5.5 lbs

Size

Transceiver:
H/W/D [mm] 42,5 x 247 x 270
H/W/D [inches] 1.67 x 9.72 x 10.63
Antenna:
H/W [mm] 160/Ø476,5
H/W [inches] 6.3/Ø18.76