Beam Magnetic Dual Mode Antenna (Heavy Duty) (RST205)
The Beam RST205 Magnetic Dual Mode Antenna (Heavy Duty) delivers reliable Iridium network access, design to work with both voice and data communication systems.
Features
Key Features & Benefits
• Iridium Approved
• Dual Mode Iridium / GNSS (GPS/QZSS/Galileo)
• Magnetic Mount
• Designed for vehicles in tough weather conditions (IP67, IP69K)
• Heavy Duty (IK09)
• Ground Plane Independent
• Includes 5m of both GPS & Iridium antenna cables attached
• 12-Month Warranty
Specifications
PHYSICAL
| Colour | Black | |
| Material | Black | |
| Mounting Type | Magnetic | |
| Dimensions | mm | inches |
| Antenna (D x H) | Ø 135.5 x 30.0 | Ø 5.3 x 1.18 |
| Box (L x W x H) | 165 x 150 x 84 | 6.5 x 6 x 3.3 |
| Weight | kg | lb |
| Antenna | 0.61 | 1.34 |
| Box | 0.70 | 1.50 |
ENVIRONMENTAL
| Temperature | Degrees °C | Degrees °F |
| Operating and Storage | -40 to +85 | -40 to +185 |
| IP Rating | IP67, IP69K, IK09 |
GENERAL
| Antenna | Iridium | GNSS (GPS) |
| Frequency | 1616 -1626.5 MHz | 1575.42 ± 5MHz |
| Polarization | Right Hand Circular | Right Hand Circular |
| Axial Ratio | 3dB Max | 3dB Max |
| Amplifier Gain | Passive | 28dB (2.7VDC) |
| Voltage | Passive | 1.5VDC - 3.6VDC |
| Current | Passive | 9mA (2.7VDC) |
| Noise Figure | NA | 1.8 dB (2.7VDC) |
| Impedance | 50 Ohms | 50 Ohms |
| VSWR | ~1.2:1 | <=1.4:1 dB |
| Cable | 5m of DACAR 302 | 5m of DACAR 100 |
CONNECTORS
| Iridium | TNC-M-Nickel SMA-M (with SMA-F to TNC-M Adapter) |
| GNSS (GPS) | SMA-M |
Brochures
Brochure RST205 Magnetic Dual Mode Antenna
Product support
Beam Magnetic Dual Mode Antenna (Heavy Duty) support
Manuals, technical information and support resources for this product.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Signal/Connectivity
All wireless devices, including satellite telephones, are susceptible to RF (Radio Frequency) interference from other electronic devices. This problem is especially evident when numerous antennas and broadcasting devices are located within close proximity to each other.
A good example would be onboard a ship. It is important that certain considerations be taken into account for best performance when an Iridium/Inmarsat system is installed.
Causes of RF Interference:
Some subscribers have contacted Iridium regarding the loss of signal quality when they operate their equipment near active Inmarsat terminals. The power with which Inmarsat units transmit can overpower the Iridium unit’s ability to properly maintain a quality connection with the Iridium satellite constellation. Inmarsat terminals are often found in the same locations as Iridium subscribers, such as harbors, airports and especially onboard ships.
The location of the Inmarsat unit’s antenna in relation to the Iridium unit’s antenna plays a significant role in determining the degree of signal degradation that an Iridium subscriber can expect to experience. All Iridium units are susceptible to this interference, regardless of the type of antenna being used.
Generally speaking, an Iridium unit, be it a handset using its internal antenna or a fixed terminal when attached to an externally mounted antenna and located within 15 and 45 meters (50 to 150 feet, respectively) of an operating Inmarsat Standard-C terminal, will likely experience degraded performance.
Other sources of RF interference such as Globalstar units, radar devices and broadcast stations can provide interference for Iridium units, but usually are not encountered as frequently as Inmarsat terminals.
Also refer to “Assuring Quality of Iridium Service” in the Antenna Installation Guide.
Make sure the following are observed:
- Power supply level is steady and never fluctuates.
- Antenna is connected to the dock or terminal with a Beam approved cable.
- Antenna installation guide is followed.
- The sim is active, else request service provider to reset the service on the sim.
Manuals & Guides
Manuals & Guides
RST205 Installation Guide
