Inmarsat BGAN Explorer 710

Inmarsat BGAN Explorer 710

Overview

  • Network: Inmarsat Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN)

  • Purpose: Global broadband Internet and voice telephony

  • Use Case: Portable communications from anywhere on Earth via satellite link

⚙️ Hardware Specifications

 

FeatureDetailsDimensions332 × 279 × 54 mmWeight3.5 kgBuildRugged, portable design (fits in a laptop bag)DisplayIntegrated LCD for setup and operationIngress ProtectionTransceiver: IP52, Antenna: IP66

 

📡 Network and Data Capabilities

 

ModeData RateStandard IPUp to 492 kbpsStreaming IP32, 64, 128 kbps (also supports 256 kbps & BGAN X-Stream)High Data Rate (HDR) Streaming300–650 kbps

 

  • New HDR Service: Provides up to ~650 kbps using optimized codecs for superior video transmission.

  • Satellite Network: Inmarsat-4 constellation.

📶 Frequency Bands

 

FunctionFrequency RangeReceive (Rx)1518.0–1559.0 MHz (depending on region)Transmit (Tx)1626.5–1675.0 MHz

 

🔌 Interfaces & Connectivity

 

Port TypeFunction1 × RJ11Voice or fax2 × RJ45 LANData (1 with PoE support)1 × USB (v2.0)Device charging (up to 2A)1 × ISDN (RJ45)Up to 4 devices (1W)WiFi Access Point802.11b/g, range up to 100 m (328 ft)

 

🔋 Power & Battery

 

ModeBattery LifeStandby24 hoursData Transfer (144 kbps)2.5 hoursData Transfer (650 kbps)1.5 hoursData Reception (492 kbps)3.5 hoursCharge Time2.5 hoursPower Input100–240 VAC, 47–63 Hz, 64 W

 

☎️ Voice Services

 

TypeBitrateStandard Voice (AMBE+2 codec)4 kbpsPremium Voice (3.1 kHz audio)64 kbps

 

📱 Mobile Integration

  • WiFi-enabled: Connects smartphones, tablets, or PCs.

  • EXPLORER Connect App: Allows Android/iOS devices to act as satellite phones.