Fleet Broadband - Cost Effective - Faster Data (page updated March 12, 2009)

Life at sea mirrors more and more the everyday life ashore when it comes to communication. Why settle for less on sea than at home? Now you can look after your business in the middle of the Caribbean Ocean. For the first time in history it is possible to get affordable IP communication on board.

	The Sailor Fleet Broadband FB250 (shown above) ships complete with a one standard IP phone & cradle and all necessary cabling.

High-Speed Data Made Easy
Fleet Broadband emulates terrestrial networks where all connected computers (or TCP-IP capable devices) are online simultaneously on a local area network. It uses standard DHCP networking for connecting up to 255 computers/devices at any time. Even the voice phones connect to system wide via a simple Ethernet jack.

Seamless Worldwide Coverage As of February 24, 2009, FleetBroadband has total world-wide coverage (except for the poles). For more information on the Fleet Broadband coverage areas click here.

Phone, Fax, SMS, ISDN
Fleet Broadband delivers 21st century technology for data transmission and it includes high quality voice and fax transmission, SMS text messaging and ISDN services that you have come to expect from maritime communications systems. You don't have to give up anything.

The IP Phone may connect into any Ethernet port for full use. more info		The back of the FB250 (or FB500) (click for larger photo)
The base of the FB250 is easily affixed to a horizontal plate with 4 included marine rated bolts.		Access the Fleet Broadband control panel from any networked computer. (click for full view)

Fleet Broadband Equipment All systems include under deck unit and one IP Phone handset.	Skipper FB 150	Sailor FB 150
MSRP	$4999 (USD)	Call
Standard IP (Internet)	Up to 150 Kbps	Up to 150 Kbps
Voice	Standard 4Kbps (Handset Included)	Standard 4Kbps (Handset Included)
SMS (Messaging)	up to 160 characters	up to 160 characters
Ethernet Ports	1 (Supports Multiple Computers)	1 (Supports Multiple Computers)
Sim Card Slot	1 (swapping cards allowed)	1 (swapping cards allowed)
Survival Conditions (powered on)	-25 to +55C	-40 to +80C auto shutdown at +85C
Dimensions (Antenna)	294 x 221mm	291.1mm x 275.6mm
Below Deck Unit	69.7 x 287 x 229.6 mm	41 x 278 x 231mm
Product Sheet (PDF)	Skipper FB150	Sailor FB150
Installation	Self Installation Manual Provided	Self Installation Manual Provided

Fleet Broadband Equipment All systems include under deck unit and one IP Phone handset.	Sailor FB 250	Sailor FB 500
MSRP	Call	Call
Standard IP (Internet)	Up to 284 Kbps	Up to 432 Kbps
Voice	Standard 4Kbps & Premium 3.1 Kbps Audio Transfer	Standard 4Kbps & Premium 3.1 Kbps Audio Transfer
ISDN	Not Available	64 Kbps
FAX	Group 3 Fax	Group 3 Fax
SMS (Messaging)	up to 160 characters	up to 160 characters
Streaming Committed information rate	32, 64, 128 Kbps	32, 64, 128, 256 Kbps
Ethernet Ports	4	4
ISDN	1 (disabled)	1
Voice 2wire interface (phone/fax)	2	2
IO Interface	1	1
Sim Card Slot	1 (swapping cards allowed)	1 (swapping cards allowed)
Survival Conditions (powered on)	-40 to +80C with auto shutdown at +85C	-40 to +80C with auto shutdown at +85C
Dimensions (Antenna)	329.2 x 275.6mm	605 x 630mm
Below Deck Unit	42.5 x 264.5 x 273mm	42.5 x 264.5 x 273mm
Product Sheet (PDF)	Sailor FB250	Sailor FB500
Users Manual	Sailor FB250 & FB500	Sailor FB250 & FB500
Phone - IP Handset Manual	Sailor FB250 & FB500	Sailor FB250 & FB500
Installation Manual	Sailor FB250 & FB500	Sailor FB250 & FB500

NEW! - FLEETBROADBAND MAX - Network Optimizer and File Compressor
In February of 2009, our network was upgraded to increase data throughput from 2 to 7 times faster using a small application running on a connected laptop. Application are much faster. This utility also works with our servers to create amazing on-the-fly compressions that can cut up to 80% on typical transfers like .jpg and .gif image files. One-fifth the data transferred means staying online that much longer.

Flexible Migration
FleetBroadband takes your vessel into the IP era. But if you're not quite ready to move to IP, it still supports the core ISDN capability of existing services (FB500 only). Based on 3G standards, it provides constant, simultaneous access to voice and broadband data. Operational systems can be running online and you can still access email, the internet and make phone calls - all via a single terminal.

No Vessel Specific Paperwork
If you choose, this compact antenna can be moved from one vessel to another without problem. There is no paperwork outside of purchasing this system. The FB250 is small enough to be placed in a suitcase and used while on land.

	Video - Volvo Ocean Race Inmarsat is playing a key role in relaying the thrills and action from the world's premier yacht competition with FleetBroadband. Click on the image to watch More Information from Inmarsat
	Case Study - Maltese Falcon A luxury clipper employs Fleet Broadband Maltese Falcon Case Study PDF

Sailor FB250 & FB500 Features:
High Speed Satellite Internet. Works just like terrestrial networks.
Phone, Fax, ISDN (FB500 Only), and SMS.
Works with any vessel type... may be moved from vessel to vessel
Near worldwide coverage today with full coverage Feb 24, 2009. Coverage Map
VPN capable or develop a custom private network with Ground Control.
Voice and Fax with unique phone numbers, used simultaneously with data transfer
Highly Configurable Firewall options - limit usage/access for ultimate security more
Streaming IP data up to 256Kbps committed information rate (FB500)
Voicemail, call hold, call waiting
Ability to set credit limits on account, turn on and off
Available for sale, shipment and installation in all countries

Other Fleet Broadband Product Information
	FleetBroadband Overview
	FleetBroadband - Leisure Use
	Thrane & Thrane - Phone Quickstart

FLEET BROADBAND SERVICE PLANS

Bulk Service Plans are Available
You may purchase a bulk amount of expected usage for all Fleet Broadband services that may be used at any time during a 12 month period. The advantage to bulk purchasing is no rollover loss from a monthly plan while gaining the lower discounted rates on services. Please speak with a Ground Control representative for more information on bulk purchases.

Optional Advanced Security Solutions
Control your Fleet Broadband terminals in the ocean by creating a VPN or Private Network. Your terminals will operate as if they were inside of your corporate facility. Also, with the firewall options from Ground Control, you can further limit traffic usage.

Fleet Broadband Articles
FleetBroadband Article published in Marine & Offshore Technology.
FleetBroadband Article published in IMarEST.

Pan-Tilt-Zoom Low Bandwidth Camera & Motion Detection Security Camera

Have an eye on your maritime assets with this low-bandwidth pan-tilt-& 12X zoom camera. It can operate both as a PTZ camera from any browser connected to the Internet, as well as become sensitive motion detection security camera that will alert events via email instantly to any cell phone or email address. Combined with the Fleet Broadband antenna, this is an extremely cost effective addition. The weather enclosure is rated at IP-66 and will operate in -20°C to 40°C with built in fans and heaters. It has a low light capability of .3 lux for excellent night security capabilities. More on iTripwire Camera Technology

Fleet Broadband is BGAN
Fleet Broadband is the Marine version of the highly successful BGAN (Broadband Global Area Network) from Inmarsat. BGAN has been seen as a leader of compact and reliable mobile offices. For more information on BGAN, please click here.

Next Step - Contact Ground Control
For questions, purchase or installation, please contact Ground Control at 800-773-7168 within the U.S., or click here for International calls, or email sales@groundcontrol.com