Cobham Explorer 727 Comms-on-the-move Inmarsat BGAN terminal
Rural IP access system, lightweight equipment, simple operation and transport
Series 727 BGAN Terminal
The vehicle mounted Cobham Explorer 727 BGAN Terminal is a high-speed, vehicular broadband IP system. It consists of three fully integrated units – a transceiver, an IP handset and a roof mountable antenna. Live media broadcast, defense or humanitarian operations requires communication equipment that you can always rely on. With the Cobham Explorer 727 antenna you get the most comprehensive and best in class Mobile Communication Hub.
High-speed broadband on-the-Move
The antenna automatically tracks satellite positions enabling high-speed connectivity while on-the-move. Simultaneous 432 kbps data and phone calls – even at speeds in excess of 200 km/h.
Mobile Communication
Place the antenna on the roof of your vehicle to turn it into a complete mobile communication hub. Provides access to the internet and phone networks instantly.
Explorer 727 Live Streaming
Facilitates both live streaming and store-and forward and enables direct transmissions from the hot spots of the world. Utilize the highest streaming rates available on BGAN with BGAN-X-Stream when the terminal is standing still (on-the-pause).
Cost Effective Air Time
Utilizing Inmarsat data plans from Digisat, this system offers one of the highest speed connectivity plans all at the most cost effective price point.
General Specifications
Dimensions
Transceiver H / W / D: 42.5 / 231 / 273 mm
1.67 / 9.72 / 10.63 inches
Antenna H / W: 152 / Ø477 mm
6.3 / Ø18.76 inches
Weight
Antenna: 6 kg / 13.2 lbs
Transceiver: 2.5 kg / 5.5 lbs
Global Services
Voice: 4 kbps AMBE+2
Premium voice: 3.1 kHz audio, 64 kbps (@ elevation > 20° on-the-move / > 5° on-the-pause)
Standard IP: Up to 492 kbps
Streaming IP: 32, 64, 128, 256 kbps (256 kbps @ elevation > 45° on-the-move / > 5° on-the-pause)
BGAN X-Stream: Min. 384 kbps on-the-pause ISDN: UDI 64 kbps / RDI 56 kbps (@ elevation > 20° on-the-move / > 5° on-the-pause)
SMS: 160 characters
Guaranteed service: Works above 5° elevation
Inmarsat frequencies: 1525.0 – 1559.0 MHz (Rx)
1626.5 – 1660.5 MHz (Tx)
Recommended antenna cable
Cable loss max / min: 20dB@1.62GHz &
1 Ù DC loop resistance
dB @ 36 MHz / 4 dB @ 54 M
Interface
2 x Analogue RJ-11 phone/fax interfaces
4 x LAN interfaces
Connector type: RJ-45
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Data rate: 10/100 Mbps
Max. cable length: 100m / 328ft (Cat5 UTP) Standard: ISO/IEC 8877:1992 and
IEEE 802.3 (1998 edition)
1 x ISDN interface
Connector type: RJ-45
I/O connector: 5 pin general purpose I/O
Antenna Connector: Transceiver, TNC-Socket, Female
Antenna, TNC-Socket, Female
BGAN SIM-Card slot
Environmental conditions
Temperature
Operational: -25 to +55°C / -13 to 131°F
Survival: -40 to +80°C / -40 to 176°F
Storage: -40 to +85°C / -40 to 185°F
Relative humidity: 95% non-condensing at +40°C / +104°F
Water and dust (IP-rating)
Transceiver: IP31
Antenna: IP56
Power
DC input range: 10.5-32VDC
Power(max)@10.5-32V.: 150w (incl. antenna & PoE output)
Other features
Telephone Functionality
Phone book, message indication, restricted dialing and traffic logging.
Set-up and Router Functionality
Webserver, Built-in NAT Router, Admin control (pass- word protected), DHCP, Network Management, Remote Management, SIP Server, Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE), Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Package
EXPLORER 727 transceiver
EXPLORER 727 tracking antenna
Antenna cable, coax w/ TNC plug (2.7m & 8m / 8.8ft & 26ft) Standard ethernet cable (5m / 16.4ft)
24V DC input cable (6m / 19.7ft) with 5 additional wires for I/O connectors
Thrane IP handset w/ cradle & coiled cable Antenna mounting kit (fixed / rail)
Getting started kit: Quick start guide, CD with manuals
Vehicular internet service, mounts on all cars, trucks and SUVs