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BGAN Explorer 300 Terminal

 
 
Explorer 300 BGAN Terminal
SKU#: GCEXP300
Explorer 300 BGAN Terminal - Photos
Your Price: $2,689

The Explorer 300
is an amazing compact BGAN terminal that can withstand adverse conditions. This mobile office requires no external power to provide download speeds up to 384 Kbps and upload speeds of 240 Kbps for hours. The Explorer 300 is ideal for industry, emergency service workers, and organizations that require a small, rugged, reliable Internet and phone connection anywhere on the globe.

Explorer 300 Top 4 Features
Extremely Reliable in All Weather & Conditions
Up to 384Kbps Down x 240Kbps Up Internet
Works with any standard wired or wireless phone
Battery Life - 36 hours standby
 
 

The Explorer 300 Control Panel
Explorer 300 Control Panel
The display on top of the Explorer 300 makes pointing quite easy.
Here are the steps to create a broadband Internet connection:

1. Turn power on by pressing the power button.
2. Beeping tone will automatically begin as well as a signal strength bar and dBHz reading.
3. Point the terminal toward any BGAN satellite (beeping sound will increase in speed, dBHz will also show strength).
4. Get the highest signal strength reading possible (using the dBHz scale), and then press OK (Register) button.
5. Run the BGAN Launchpad software from a connected laptop to connect to the Internet.

Built For Rugged Extreme Environments
The Explorer 300 is a time tested ruggedized BGAN terminal perfect for cold, hot, wet, humid or dusty
environments. With an environmental Ingress rating of IP 54, the Hughes 9202 is protected from
splashing water and dust from any direction.
While the 300 does not have an integrated wireless access
point, (like the compact Hughes 9202), it has been widely used with excellent results.

Explorer 300 Features
Delivers high-speed Internet of up to 384 Kbps.
Very compact. 6.6" x 8.5" x 2.1" (168 x 217 x 52mm). Fits in a small laptop case.
Very lightweight - Weighs 3.1 lbs! (1.4 kg)
Outdoor safe - Superior Ingress rating of IP54 - Built for extreme weather
Operates in -13° F to +131° F degrees (-25° to +55° C).
Directly connect any standard corded or cordless phone with RJ-11 phone jack.
Directly connect any approved Group 3 fax machines
Night friendly LCD backlit display with 4 button controls and advanced menu options
Intuitive browser interface screens for advanced controls
Auto-Connect Auto-Activate Standard Internet configurations are available.
Built-in bluetooth for cordless phone operation
Li-Ion battery will last 36 hours in idle mode

Explorer 300 Complete Package Contents
Explorer 300 BGAN Terminal
Rechargeable Li-Ion battery
AC/DC Recharger with Universal (International) Power Adapters.
Ethernet (2m) cables

Manuals and Launchpad Software

Explorer 300 Documentation
Explorer 300 Brochure Explorer 300 Getting Started Explorer 300 Users Manual Explorer 700 Detailed Specifications Explorer 2-wire Phone
300 Brochure 300 Getting Started 300 Users Manual 300 Detailed Specs 2-wire Handset
2-wire Users Manual
Explorer 300 BGAN Photos    
BGAN Explorer Industry   Explorer 300 Battery
The Explorer 300 is time tested reliable in the most extreme of conditions.   The Explorer 300 Battery will last up to 36 hours on standby (able to receive calls), A 2nd charged battery is very helpful if power is not readily available.
Explorer Compass   Explorer 300 Display
There is a built-in compass to help you locate the direction of the BGAN Satellite. Use this BGAN Look Angle Map to help with finding compass heading and elevation of any BGAN satellite from your location.   The Explorer 300 has a wide sensor sweep of over 7 degrees, so finding the satellite takes only moments. Also the 300 display shows signal strength for easy fine-tuning.
Explorer 300 Ports   Explorer 300 Sim Card
Power, Ethernet and Phone ports are sealed with rubber caps when not in use.   The SIM Card port of the Explorer 300 is just behind the battery. More information on BGAN SIM Cards.
Explorer 300 2-Wire Phone  
Any standard wired or wireless phone may connect to the Explorer 300 phone jack (RJ-11). We recommend standard 2-wire phone that does not require external power to operate.   The reliability of the Explorer 300 makes it the top BGAN terminal choice for outdoor remote industry. While it is not as fast as the Hughes 9201 or the Explorer 700, it is far more compact and can handle extreme environments.
 
BGAN offers organizations Internet and Phone connectivity at all venues. Either as a primary or secondary connection with others fail.   Satellite is normally the only way first responders are able to connect with the outside world. The Explorer 300's have been proven lifesaver by many experts worldwide.

  Explorer with Wireless AP
Talk on the phone, be online, all at the same time.   The Explorer 300 can connect to a wireless router to become a wireless access point to any device.
BGAN Ready Case  
Ground Control offers an Explorer 300 Ready-Case. Everything needed to connect anywhere. more
  BGAN coverage is world-wide except for the the extreme polar regions. BGAN Coverage Map

Explorer 300 & Accessories
BGAN Explorer 300 Terminal Explorer 300 BGAN Terminal - Complete Package
Package includes BGAN 300 Terminal, Li-Ion battery, AC/DC charger, Ethernet cable, manuals and software on CD. Also includes Ground Control CD with BGAN Max utility.
YOUR PRICE
$2689.00 USD
Lease for $57/mo
2-Wire Phone 2-Wire Corded Phone From Thrane & Thrane
This 2-wire phone from Thrane & Thrane is compact and is designed for rugged use with any BGAN terminal. Brochure
Explorer 2-wire Phone Users Manual
YOUR PRICE
$169.00 USD
DC Vehicle Adapter for Explorer 300 / 500 / 700
Plug any Explorer terminal directly into the 12V vehicle power port. Good for recharging, or running directly off of your vehicle battery power.
YOUR PRICE
$70.18 USD
Explorer 300 Hardened Ready-Case Solutions
Includes Explorer 300, phone and all cabling necessary to take/ship a system into any environment or long term storage. more
YOUR PRICE
$3,173.00 USD
BGAN Sim Card Extra BGAN Sim Card
Carry a spare BGAN SIM Card as a backup to your primary account. Card may be be swapped with primary card in any BGAN terminal. Separate accounts, or just have in case you need to recharge your suspended primary account. More on BGAN Sim Cards
YOUR PRICE $0
(No cost if activated)

Soft Case (Explorer 300 and 500)
Thrane & Thrane have developed a soft canvas case for the Explorer BGAN Terminals.
Small Black Soft Case - $32.78 USD
Large Black Soft Case - $43.21 USD

YOUR PRICE
$32.78 USD (Small)
$43.21 USD (Large)

AC/DC Power Adapter - Replacement (Explorer 300 and 500)
Power Adapters may be used in 110 or 220 AC wall current.

YOUR PRICE
$215.99 USD

Extra or Replacement Li-Ion Battery
Keep an extra battery for the Explorer 300 Terminal. Good to have when a primary battery dies and power is not near.

YOUR PRICE
$203.88 USD

Explorer 300 / 500 Pole or Wall Mount Bracket
This bracket keeps an Explorer unit in a fixed location with minimal impact on the structure.

YOUR PRICE
$184.36 USD
CPN Case Enclosure for Explorer 300
A weatherproof enclosure with or without a field service tripod. Excellent for mobile operations that stay in one location for a few days. More
YOUR PRICE
$766.00 USD
Foldable Solar Panel 26 Watt Universal Foldable Solar Panel
This 26 watt foldable solar panels is a great way to charge your Explorer 300 when you are in a no-power area. It has a standard 12V vehicle power port for use for your other electronics.
YOUR PRICE
$539.55
62 Watt Foldable Solar Panel 62 Watt Universal Foldable Solar Panel
This larger 62 watt foldable solar panel is charges equipment more than twice as fast as the 26watt panel. It includes a standard 12V vehicle power port for use for your other electronics.
YOUR PRICE
$1,099.00
BGAN Explorer 300 Extended Warranty 5 Year Extended Warranty for Explorer 300
(36 month warranty extension)

Purchase an additional 3 years for the Explorer 300 that includes a standard two year warranty.
YOUR PRICE
$800.00
BGAN Sim Card BGAN Service Plans
All BGAN Terminals require a service plan to operate. You may purchase one or more BGAN Sim Cards that will activate your system for global use.
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