1. Wideye SABRE™ 1
Terminal specification
Inmarsat’s Broadband Global
Area Network service – BGAN – is
accessible via a small, lightweight,
Voice and data,
satellite terminal, which is quick to
set up and easy to use. And you
can use the same device worldwide.
single-user device
A range of terminals is available, The SABRE™ I combines a robust, compact Key benefits
design with performance and optimal
providing performance options to
flexibility. It is equipped with a range of Ultimate portability – at around half the
suit different operational needs. common interfaces, providing connectivity size of a laptop, it is one of the smallest
The service is accessed via BGAN options in the field and the swivelled and lightest terminals in the range.
LaunchPad, a software interface, antenna facilitates rapid and easy pointing
for a satellite connection. Combined with Simultaneous voice and broadband data –
which is standard across all terminals.
its sub-laptop size, the terminal is ideal access your data applications and make
for single users who need to set up a phone call at the same time using
a complete broadband mobile office the SABRE™ I.
in frequently changing locations. Highly flexible – The terminal can be
connected to a laptop via the Ethernet
Applications port or wirelessly via Bluetooth.
Global coverage – provides service
• Remote access – high-speed access
anywhere within the BGAN coverage area.
to your corporate network, as well as
company and customer information. Easy to use – You can easily access the
service using the intuitive icon-based BGAN
• Internet access – access the internet
LaunchPad on your laptop.
at speeds up to 384kbps.
Robust – the strong casing means the
• Email – send and receive email via
SABRE™ I can withstand the toughest
the internet or email applications.
of environments.
• Telephony – make phone calls at the
Completely secure – connect seamlessly
same time as accessing data applications.
via your preferred VPN application.
• Streaming – select guaranteed quality
of service up to 64kbps on demand eg.
for video, audio.
• File transfer – send and receive
large files.
• Store and forward – save and send
files eg. video.
Broadband for a mobile planet™

2. Physical characteristics Data capabilities
Weight < 1.65kg (3.63lb) IP data
Dimensions Length: 259mm (10.20in) Standard IP Background class of service
Width: 195mm (7.67in) Send: Up to 240kbps over
Depth: 58mm (2.28in) a shared channel
Interfaces RJ-45 Ethernet port Receive: Up to 384kbps over
RJ-11 phone port a shared channel
Bluetooth Streaming IP Guaranteed quality of service
- Supported profiles: Send: 32, 64kbps
- Cordless handset Receive: 32, 64kbps
- Headset SMS 640 characters via web interface
- Serial port
User access Via activated 3G compatible SIM card Voice capabilities
User interfaces
Voice 4kbps
PC BGAN LaunchPad
Built-in web interface Supplementary Voicemail
On terminal Audio and LCD pointing aids services Call forwarding
Call barring
Power Call waiting
Call holding
DC input 15 – 20 VDC
(power adapter and car charger) Accessories
Power adapter Input 100 – 240 VAC, 47 – 63Hz O
Bluetooth handset Bluetooth v1.2
Output 15 VCD
100m range (Class 1)
Battery type Lithium ion 1.5” LCD CSTN 64K colour LCD
Typical use Transmit time: 1 hr continuous 2 x 1.2V 3 ⁄4 AAA Ni-MH 500 mA
transmission at data rate <= 72kbps rechargeable battery pack How to buy
or 2 x 1.5V AAA LR03 alkaline
Receive: 3 hrs when receiving only
batteries Call us - +27 11 4021166
Stand-by time: 36 hrs
Corded analogue Basic PSTN phone functions O Website – www.satcomms.co.za
Battery type Lithium-ion. Rechargeable handset In-use backlit LED Email – sales@satcomms.co.za
RJ-11 connector
Tolerances Cable pack IP 54 6P4C RJ-11 telephone S
cord (1.8m) About Satcomms
Operating temperature -20°C to +70°C
IP 54 8P4C RJ-45 CAT.5
(-4°F to +140°F) Satellite Communication (SatComms) is an approved
network cable (1.5m)
Charging temperature 0°C to +45°C Service Provider and Distributor of Iridium,Inmarsat,
Power cords 2-pin Euro-type S
(+32°F to +113°F) Thuraya, Vsat and other satellite communication and
2-pin US-type
mobile phone products in Africa.
Operating humidity 95% non-condensing 3-pin UK-type
SatComm is committed to meeting your specific
at +40°C (+104°F) Primary battery pack 10.8A, 2250mAH S
requirements by delivering a quality product at
Storage humidity 5% to 95% 208 x 26 x 25mm
competitive prices while maintaining an unparalleled
(Relative humidity) AC/DC power Input: 100V - 240V, S
level of service.
Water and dust IP 54 (dust and spray adapter 50 - 60Hz, 1.2A
proof in all directions) Output: 15V, 2.8A
Solar panel 15V - 20V, 2.0A O
Supported operating systems 2kg
Second battery 16V, 6000 mAH O
Operating system Microsoft Windows 2000, XP
pack 230 x 165 x 14mm
Mac OS 10.1 and above
In-vehicle charging Input: 10V - 28V, 3A O
Redhat 9.0 and above
adapter Output: 15V, 2.8A
Hard carrying case Internal 501 x 279 x O
193mm
External 559 x 351 x
229mm
Canvas carrying case Sling and back-pack O
377 x 377 x 127mm
S Standard O Optional