Iridium GO! – Rental

Product Description

Iridium GO Rental

Your smartphone will work anywhere on the planet.

Iridium GO! creates the first ever reliable global connection for voice calling and text messaging using your own smartphone or tablet, as\ well as provides enhanced data capabilities offered through optimized apps to meet your unique needs. No worries. No roaming charges. Just connected and in touch wherever you are, whenever you need, with the devices you rely on every day.

Take personal communications even further

Iridium GO! satellite phone is unlike anything the world has seen before. Powered by the world’s furthest reaching network, this compact, rugged and portable unit dramatically extends the capabilities of your smartphone or tablet – anywhere on the planet.

Transform your smartphone

Iridium GO! instantly transforms your trusted device into a global communications powerhouse. For weekend warriors, individuals, enterprises, or governments, for anyone who is on the move, out of range, or off the grid – by land or at sea, or in the air – Iridium GO! provides global voice and text messaging for smartphone users with data capabilities offered through optimized apps on up to 5 mobile devices.

Critical connectivity for all

No matter who you are, the ability to conduct business, connect with friends and family, access information, respond rapidly to any situation, or simply stay in touch is critical, particularly beyond the reach of terrestrial networks.

Iridium GO! simplifies global communications for:

• Recreational Marine
• Adventurers and explorers
• Emergency and first responders
• General aviation
• Remote residents and vacationers
• Government and NGOs
• Foreign missions
• Military operations
• Global and business travelers
• Executives and diplomats
• Global enterprise
• Anyone out of cellular range

A Personal Communications Revolution

Simple

Iridium GO! enables satellite connectivity for your mobile devices
where terrestrial networks cannot. Simply flip up the integrated antenna
and the battery-powered unit connects quickly and automatically to
the Iridium LEO satellite constellation, enabling connectivity for your
smartphone or tablet within an approximate 30 meter (100 foot) radius.
You can easily connect and operate multiple devices within this area
using the Iridium GO! applications.

Versatile

Iridium GO! supports a full range of global communications
using optimized apps:

• Voice calls
• Text messaging
• Email access
• Weather updates
• Customized third-party apps
• Emergency alerts (SOS)
• Photo sharing
• GPS tracking
• Posting to Facebook/Twitter

Mobile

You can take Iridium GO! anywhere. It’s small enough to fit in your pocket
and, like other Iridium devices, tough enough to withstand rain, sand,
dust, and rough use. It can be carried, easily stowed in your backpack,
or used in vehicles, aircraft, and boats for mobile applications.

Innovative

Combining the best that both satellite and cellular phones offer,
Iridium GO! is an industry first in a whole new category of personal
satellite connectivity devices. It is also a powerful development
a platform for Iridium partners to build optimized applications, extending
communication capabilities even further in remote locations.

Affordable

Iridium GO! is an affordable solution for truly global connectivity.
It leverages and extends your existing trusted devices, is compatible
with Apple® and Android™ operating systems, and eliminates roaming
charges. It allows connections to be shared among multiple users and
is supported by affordable rate plans that keep voice and data costs
reasonable.

Robust Line of Accessories:

External antenna, wall mount bracket, outdoor power cable, and carry
bag (sold separately).

Quick Cheat Sheet Guide (PDF)

Technical Specifications

Dimensions:

• 11.4 x 8.2 x 3.2 cm

Duration:

• Standby time: Up to 15.5 hours
• Talk time: Up to 5.5 hours

Easy to Use:

• Stable, lay-flat design
• Flip-up antenna
• Built-in menu/status display

Durability Specifications:

• Military-grade ruggedness (MIL-STD 810F)
• Ingress Protection (IP65)

Flexible:

• Custom app platform for developers (SDK)
• Robust line of accessories

Tutorials and Guides

Iridium GO! Quick Cheat Sheet (PDF)

Iridium GO!

Iridium GO! Tutorial

Downloading the Iridium GO! App for iOS and Android/Logging in

1. On your mobile device, download and install the app called Iridium GO! from the Play Store or App Store.
2. Extend the Wi-Fi antenna to power on the GO!
3. Connect mobile device via Wi-Fi (Look for a device starting with “Iridium-XXXX”)
4. Login into the GO! app on your mobile device. The login username is “guest” and password is also “guest”

Making Your Test Call

1. GO! must be powered on, in an open area, with a clear line of sight to the sky.
2. The Go! device must be REGISTERED with the Iridium network and have good signal strength.
3. Click the “Call” button on the app. The dialing keypad will appear.
4. To make a call, enter the [CountryCode] [Area Code] and [Phone Number]. (US country code prefilled by default)
5. Press the green key to initiate the call, and press the red key to end the call.

Receiving Calls while Connected to the Iridium GO!

The person calling you will use the Iridium’s 2-stage dialing method, as follows:
1. Call 1-480-768-2500
2. When prompted, enter the Iridium phone number (this number is printed on the bottom of the GO! device)
3. Wait to be connected

Checking Your Voicemail

1. Press the “Call” icon in the GO! app and then press the “Voicemail” icon.
2. When you hear the greeting, immediately press the * Key (do NOT wait until the greeting is completed).
3. Follow the audio prompts and enter your satellite telephone number when prompted.
4. When you are prompted for a password, Enter 9999 or the last 7 of your satellite phone number
***DO NOT CHANGE THE PASSWORD***

Sending A Text Message

Using the Iridium GO! app you can send and receive text messages to mobile phone numbers and email addresses.
1. You must first be registered on the network before sending a text message.
2. Within the GO! app, press the “Messages” icon from the main screen.
3. Enter the recipient’s mobile phone number or email address.
Note: Prior to sending a message, it is helpful to store correctly formatted phone numbers in your Contacts (country code, area code, rest of the number)
Sending A Text Message To The Iridium GO!
1. Have the person go to our website, www.messaging.iridium.com
2. On the top of the page, there is a link that says, “Message a Sat Phone.” Click it.
3. Enter the 12 digit sat phone number WITHOUT any dashes. Enter a reply to email if needed. Type Message.
4. Click send message (This option is FREE for the person sending and FREE for the person receiving the text).
NOTE: Using a cell phone directly to message the sat phone may incur high charges per minute or not work

This should do the trick, but if you are still finding it difficult to connect, then please call us at +1(619)238-0205 and a Satmodo technician will gladly assist you.

Q- How to rent a wifi hotspot?

A- GoPhoneBox is a Vancouver-based company that provides a 7-day mobile hotspot rental. They also offer Canada SIM Cards with international text messaging or data only if you have an iPad. The big benefit of GoPhoneBox is the price at 3 GB of data for 7 days, that’s only $6.50 CAD ($4.95 USD) per day

Q-What is the Iridium GO Marine bundle?

A-Iridium GO Marine bundle price is $1,100.00