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Simplified Global Maritime Communications
  FleetBroadband satellite terminals are the most uncomplicated broadband Internet & phone antenna for maritime communication market. These systems operate from any location on the planet, except the extreme polar regions, and without need of an IT expert. Simply power it on, and within a minute, there is high-speed Internet and phone.

 
Skipper FB150
Skipper FB150 $4,700
Antenna 11.6" Diameter x 8.8" H
150 Kbps Speeds  
Sailor Fleetbroadband FB150
Sailor FB150 $6,082
Antenna 10.9" Diameter x 11.5" H
150 Kbps Speeds  

JRC FB250
JRC FB250 $9,474
Antenna 13.8 " Diameter x 13.8" H
284 Kbps Speeds  
Sailor FB250 Fleetbroadband
Sailor FB250 $10,499
Antenna 10.9 " Diameter x 13" H
284 Kbps Speeds  
JRC FB500
JRC FB500 $14,749
Antenna 25 " Diameter x 27" H
432 Kbps Speeds  

Sailor FB500
Sailor FB500 $16,914
Antenna 25 " Diameter x 26" H
432 Kbps Speeds  
FleetBroadband Inmarsat Coverage Map Seamless Worldwide Coverage
Except for the extreme polar regions, coverage for FleetBroadband is global. Moving between any of the satellites requires no user interaction and does not interrupt service.
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Ground Control's FleetBroadband Service Is Optimized!
Not only are Ground Control's FleetBroadband Airtime prices competitive + easy to understand, our FB Servers can cut usage up to 80% to make a dollar last 5 times longer.

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Services Billed At Listed Rates
   
Global Use
(Cost in US Dollars)
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  FB Usage Only Service
       No Term Contracts - Cancel Anytime.
       Calls are charged $1.50 to Landline, $1.90 to Cellphone.

$49 a month + usage costs
+100 deposit minimum

  FB Monthly Service - 125 Megabytes
       12 Month Term - Monthly MB's must be used within the month.
       Calls are charged $1.06/min to Landline, $1.34/min to Cellphone.

$1,200 per Month
(125MB = $9.60 per MB)

  FB Monthly Service - 384 Megabytes
       12 Month Term - Monthly MB's must be used within the month.
       Calls are charged $0.95/min to Landline, $1.21/min to Cellphone.

$3,300 per Month
(384 MB = $8.59 per MB)

  FB Monthly Service - 1 Gigabyte (1000 Megabytes)
       12 Month Term - Monthly MB's must be used within the month.
       Calls are charged $0.59/min to Landline, $0.74/min to Cellphone.

$5500 per Month
(1000 MB = $5.50 per MB)

  Optional FleetBroadband Services
  Multi-System SCAP Accounts
       Two or more FB Sim Cards pull from 1 balance, 1 account.
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  Add A Static - Public IP $500 Annually
  Include a local phone number
       Gives your Fleetbroadband phone a local number.
$10 /month + $1.34 per minute Info Link
  Steaming Services CIR 1:1
       An unshared data channel for stable video broadcasting.
Charged per minute Info Link

The Usage Only plan is month-to-month and has no required term.
Purchase is of FleetBroadband Sim Card. This Sim Card may be used in any FleetBroadband terminal.
There are no activation fees with starting any Fleetbroadband account.
All plans are on Ground Control's optimized network that can make a dollar last 5 times longer. more
Term plans may choose quarterly payments and avoid rollover loss of unused service for that quarter.
Term plans automatically renew every 12 months unless requested otherwise.
Pricing in Megabytes (MB) and not Megabits (Mb). Some Maritime services use Megabits for pricing.
Free incoming calls and SMS text messages with all accounts. Cost is burdened on the calling party.
More Information on FleetBroadband Service

Total Broadband Freedom
With a Fleetbroadband, once the system is mounted, just turn it on, and in seconds, you can connect to the Internet at broadband speeds and make crystal clear calls simultaneously. You may connect one or more computers to the controller, or connect a wireless router for all in-range devices. Also, with most systems, you may connect any standard cordless or cordless phone. Fleetbroadband can be operated by anyone globally without licensing or certification.


Sig Hansen of "Deadliest Catch" Uses FleetBroadband

A Complete Office - Internet, Phone and Fax
In addition to broadband Internet, all terminals may be used for excellent voice calling. A telephone number is assigned to each terminal for making or receiving calls from anywhere. You can even be on the phone and Internet simultaneously. Some systems even allow for group 3 faxing as well as ISDN communication for many legacy onboard systems.

Other FleetBroadband Features
Ground Control's Optimized FleetBroadband Network. more info
High-Speed Internet connectivity that works just like terrestrial networks.
Operates on any vessel type.
No special requirements for installation (even self installation).
Self-contained. Requires only power and a clear view of the sky.
Works with standard corded or cordless phone. Terminal jack is assigned a phone number.
Easy to operate. No complicated networking. No IT specialist to keep it functioning.
SMS text messaging
Optional Server Side Firewall Control
Highly reliable. The small L-Band antenna operates unhindered, even in sever weather.
Worldwide unbroken ocean-to-ocean coverage. Coverage Map Details




Make Any FleetBroadband A Wireless Access Point
To make your Fleetbroadband terminal wireless, simply add a wireless router to the FB LAN port.
BGAN Wireless Access Point



 FleetBroadband Documentation
   
pdf Skipper FB150 Brochure And Specifications
   
pdf Sailor FB150 Brochure & Specs - Sailor FB150 Users Manual - Accessories
pdf Sailor FB250 Brochure & Specs - Sailor FB250 Users Manual - Accessories
pdf Sailor FB500 Brochure & Specs - Sailor FB500 Users Manual - Accessories
   
pdf JRC FB250 Brochure and Specifications
pdf JRC FB250 Brochure and Specifications
   
  Free Test Call - Dial +870-776-999-999 from your FleetBroadband Phone


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We're not just a reseller, Ground Control's Fleetbroadband servers make your online experience the best it can be. We've been a a leader in high-speed satellite Internet connectivity since 2002 because we provide unique solutions for our clients.k


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FleetBroadband Photos

 
  Sailor FB-500 Antenna   Sailor FB500 Package Contents  
  The Sailor FB500 exterior antenna measures 2' feet in diameter by 2.1' feet in height. (605mm x 630mm).   Also included with the Sailor FB500 is the transceiver, one IP handset with cradle, software & manuals, a FB Sim Card, Ethernet cable, and a short power cable. (Not shown is the 25 meter antenna cable. Please refer to the FB Installation Manual for details.)  
  Fleet Broadband FB500 Tranciever Controller   FB500 Sim Card Slot  
 
The Sailor FB250 or FB500 transceiver ports (from right to left) are L-Band, Antenna, Phone 1 (RJ-11), Phone 2 (RJ-11), ISDN, 4 LAN Ports with POE, DC Input Port, IO Port, Power Switch, and Grounding Stud. Detailed information is in the FB Installation Manual
 
The Sim Card slot is just above the ISDN port. It is the Sim Card that holds the account information of the Fleet Broadband terminal. More than on Sim Card may be used to to have as a backup in case the primary card suspends.
 
  FB 500 LAN Port   FB500 Bottom  
  There are 4 Ethernet ports on the back of the FB250 or FB500 Transceiver that are POE (Power over Ethernet) capable for connecting such items as in IP camera.   The bottom of the Sailor 500.  
  Mast Mounting Kit   Pole Mounting Kit  
  Ground Control offers a variety of easy mounting solutions for your FleetBroadband system. This Scanstrut mast-mouting bracket is available for under $400. Fleetbroadband Accessories   This is a pole top mounting kit $319.69 from Thrane. It fits the outer diameter of a 48.3 to 52mm pole. Fleetbroadband Accessories  
  FleetBroadband IP Handset   Fleet Broadband IP Handset Dislpay  
  The IP Handsets of the Sailor systems plug directly into an available Ethernet port . However you may connect ANY standard wired or wireless phone to the RJ-11 phone jack.   The display of the IP Phone handset. For more information regarding the IP phone, please visit this page.  
  FB250 on a sailboat   FleetBroadband Use On Board  
  Fleetbroadband antennas use "L-band" which is a very long wavelength and operates very well in heavy rain compared to the Ku-band and C band satellite dish systems.   Accessing important corporate data at any time is no longer an ordeal. Broadband speeds of up to 432Kbps, and crystal clear global calling simultaneously.  
  FleetBroadband Fishing Boat   FleetBroadband Crew Use  
  This fishing boat uses an FB250 for accessing weather maps and sister ship data.   FleetBroadband calling is as easy as picking up the phone, hearing dial tone, and calling anyone on the planet. You may use any standard wired or wireless phone.  
  Fleetbroadband Video Monitoring   FleetBroadband Passenger Use  
  This engineer controls video cameras and transfers the images to corporate for analysis.   No complicated connectivity... No IT specialist. Simply reliable Internet and phone.  
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