DEVICE: INMARSAT, FBB
BRAND: SAILOR
TYPE: FBB-500
SAILOR 500 FleetBroadband Terminal
Overview
The SAILOR 500 FleetBroadband system is designed for vessels and offshore platforms with demanding connectivity requirements. It delivers reliable voice and data communications for maritime and offshore professionals worldwide. Despite its powerful capabilities, the system is compact and lightweight, offering full access to bandwidth-intensive IP applications, broadband internet/intranet, e-mail, secure VPN, and multiple simultaneous voice lines.
Included in the System
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Above Deck Unit (ADU)
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Below Deck Unit (BDU)
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Handset and accessory kit
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Coaxial cable for antenna connection
Key Features & Capabilities
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Global Connectivity: Supports Inmarsat FleetBroadband network for reliable communications at sea.
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High-Speed Data & Multiple Voice Lines: Allows simultaneous use of voice calls and broadband data applications.
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Robust Marine Design: Engineered to operate in harsh maritime environments, including extreme temperatures, high humidity, icing, and exposure to saltwater.
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Environmental Tolerance: Designed for continuous operation in temperatures from -25°C to +55°C, with storage and survival ranges extending beyond operational limits.
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Vibration & Shock Resistance: Built to withstand ship motion, mechanical vibration, and impact forces during operation and transit.
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Motion Compensation: Supports roll, pitch, yaw, surge, sway, and heave typical for vessels at sea, as well as high wind and speed conditions.
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Durable Enclosures: ADU features weatherproof IPX6 protection; BDU is protected for indoor maritime environments.
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Easy Installation & Operation: Compact design with standard antenna and power interfaces simplifies setup and integration into vessel systems.
Technical Highlights
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Frequency Range: Standard Inmarsat FleetBroadband bands for uplink and downlink.
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Power Supply: Operates on DC voltage within typical marine power ranges.
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Connectivity: Multiple interfaces for voice, data, and IP applications.
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Antenna & Cabling: Compatible with standard marine coaxial connections; optimized for low signal loss.
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Reliability: Thermal monitoring, automatic shutdown, and environmental protections ensure safe and stable operation.
Applications
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Ship-to-shore operational communications
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Crew welfare, internet access, and VoIP services
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Transmission of navigational, weather, and operational data
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Secure remote access via VPN
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Reliable connectivity for offshore platforms and maritime vessels
