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Iridium Pilot - No Included Phones
Also known as the "Land station", this iridium Pilot operates on both land and sea
Complete kit includes transceiver, domed antenna, 20 meter antenna cable and a 2 year warranty and may use any standard corded or cordless phones - contents link
MPN-IRID-OP-PILOT SKU-PHPILOTLAND

DISCONTINUED
The Iridium Pilot is no longer manufactured. Openport service is still available.

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Cost Effective Open Sea Communications
Engineered To Perform In All Sea (and Land) Conditions

What Is Iridium?

The Iridium Pilot is easy to install and provides a workable Internet connection at sea or on land and provides standard phone service for three phone lines. These terminals are built to withstand any condition such as heavy rain, rolling seas, freezing, blazing, and even snow. Best of all, the Pilot has 100% pole-to-pole coverage keeping any vessel or team connected anywhere on the globe at all times.
Iridium Pilot Brochure

Internet & Phone
The Pilot can support multiple computers on its Ethernet network with the simple addition of a standard hub or switch, or WiFi home router. Once the Pilot is turned on, the network will be available in less than a minute for speeds of up to 128 Kbps. Each Iridium Pilot has three individual phone lines that can be used with any standard corded or cordless phones to make or receive calls from anyone in the world. These phone can even be assigned local numbers from many countries.

Iridium Pilot Features At A Glance:

100% global... Even on the North and South Poles

Internet speeds of 128 Kbps in both directions to all connected devices

Three separate phone lines that can be used simultaneously

Easy to install. Does not require a certified installer. No extra bracketing to buy - install manual

Built for extreme conditions - heavy rain, rolling seas, heat, cold, extreme weather

Internet usages plan range from $0.50 cents to $14 per Megabyte - Pilot Service Plans

Calling rates are between $0.99/min to as low as $0.39 per minute - Free incoming calls

Lightweight, low-profile maritime communications solution

2 year factory warranty.

Iridium Pilot - Complete Kit Includes:
► Iridium transceiver (1 Ethernet port & 3 phone ports)
► Powerful Iridium antenna 570mm x 230mm (22.4")
► ADE pole bracket mount - info
► 20 meter antenna cable (50 meter length available)
► Power supply with wall bracket for 100 to 240 VAC
► May also provide direct DC power (11 to 32 VDC)
► 1 Captain's & 1 crew phone with 2 meter cables
► May use of any standard corded or cordless phones
of your choice.
► 2 year warranty

Iridium Pilot Land Station Includes:
► Iridium transceiver (1 Ethernet port & 3 phone ports)
► Powerful Iridium antenna 570mm x 230mm (22.4")
► ADE pole bracket mount - info
► 20 meter antenna cable (50 meter length available)
► Power supply with wall bracket for 100 to 240 VAC
► May also provide direct DC power (11 to 32 VDC)
► May use of any standard corded or cordless phones
of your choice.
► 2 year warranty

Iridium OpenPort/Pilot Data (Internet) Plans For 2021
Internet access is via Ethernet (data port) on the controller
Internet speeds of up to 128 Kbps in both directions
Global Phone & Internet Usage - No Restrictions

Data Plans
128 Kbps Speeds

In-Plan Cost Per MB
In Megabytes

Overage Costs
In Megabytes

Monthly Data Fee
(U.S. Dollars)

0 Megabytes Included
Up to 128 Kbps Speeds
Cancel Anytime - SKU: PHPILOTBWD0128

All usage billed at
$19.80 per MB

$95/month

15 MBs Each Month
Up to 128 Kbps Speeds
Cancel Anytime - SKU: PHPILOTBWD15

15MB = $14 per MB

Over 15 MB billed at
$14 per MB

$210/month

30 MBs Each Month
Up to 128 Kbps Speeds
Cancel Anytime - SKU: PHPILOTBWD30

30 MB = $9.40 per MB

Over 30 MB billed at
$9.75 per MB

$282/month

100 MBs Each Month
Up to 128 Kbps Speeds
Cancel Anytime - SKU: PHPILOTBWD100

100 MB =$6.23 per MB

Over 100 MB billed at
$6.55 per MB

$623/month

250 MBs Each Month
Up to 128 Kbps Speeds
Cancel Anytime - SKU: PHPILOTBWD250

250 MB = $3.97 per MB

Over 250 MB billed at
$4.29 per MB

$993/month

1500 MBs Each Month
Up to 128 Kbps Speeds
Cancel Anytime - SKU: PHPILOTBWD1500

1500 MB = $1.33 per MB

Over 1500 MB billed at
$1.25 per MB

$1,995/month

Static/Public IP
Optional Global IP Address

Often used with VPNs

$41/month

Iridium OpenPort/Pilot Phone Plan
Call any landline, cellphone or other Iridium phone worldwide at prices posted below

Phone Plans

Only 1 Voice Plan with Openport
Landline & Cellphone & Iridium Phones

Monthly Phone Fee (USD)

0 Minutes Usage Only Plan
Usage Only Service - Cancel Anytime
SKU: PHPILOTBWP0

$0.99/min to any landline or cellphone
$0.69/min to any Iridium Phone

$0/month

Add A Local Number
Give 1 or all of your Openport/Pilot phone lines local numbers to make calling your Pilot phones easy. more

Actual monthly costs = monthly Data Plan + any usage on the Phone Plan.
   Unused Megabytes do not rollover to the following month.
   Mid-month activations are pro-rated and have pro-rated Megabytes & minutes for the 1st month.
   Service may only be cancelled on the last day of the month (with a 30 day minimum term).
   Service plans changes (upgrades and downgrades) only take effect on the 1st day of any month.
   Free Activation on all new SIM accounts.
   Cancellation & reactivation on an existing SIM will trigger a $295 reaction fee, so we recommend purchasing 2nd SIM for $5
   Phone rates posted are to ANY standard landline, cellphone or other Iridium phone worldwide. Free incoming calls.
   Free incoming calls (however, costs are burdened on the calling party). - Assign a Local Number
   Non-Standard Iridium Phone Rates to other phones, such as voice mail, and two stage dialing.
   Phone numbers can be used in any way, such as one line is for the captain... two lines are for crew.
   Plans list in MBs (Megabytes) and speed in Kbps (Kilobits per second).

MCD-4800 - Global All-Weather Maritime Hotspot
Simply place the closed MCD-4800 waterproof case under an open sky rain-or-shine on land or at sea anywhere on the globe and turn it on... in under a minute it becomes a broadband WiFi satellite Internet hotspot. Service plans plans run about $5 per Megabyte transferred using standard BGAN service.
MCD-4800 Information

Create An Internet Hotspot
While multiple computers can be supported with a installing a simple switch (aka Hub) to the Iridium Openport's Ethernet port, adding a wireless home router turns the Pilot into a WiFi hotspot for any authorized in-range computer to connect to. Adding a WiFi router also keeps installations simple since no Ethernet cables need to be ran to other locations in the vessel.

Look After The Crew
Iridium Pilot's three independent phone lines increase crew retention by keeping them connected with loved ones. Install cordless phones for the crew so they can have their privacy when making calls.. and incoming calls are free (although the calling party is charged for making the call).

Industry Leading 2 Year Warranty - FREE
The Iridium Pilot is backed by the Iridium Global Service program, an industry leading five-year limited manufacturer's warranty (one-year accessories) which offers exceptional value and peace of mind, and is backed by around-the-clock shipboard service at over 60 shipping ports worldwide. Iridium's Global Service Program keeps your maritime communications ship-shape at all times.

Each Pilot has three individual phone jacks (RJ-11) that each have a different "satellite" phone number. All three lines operate with any standard corded or cordless phones. The Pilot system includes a captain's phone with voicemail light and PIN safety protection, and a crew phone (Ground Control recommends using a standard analog corded or cordless phone in place of the crew phone).

Iridium Pilot Documentation


Iridium Pilot Brochure	Iridium Pilot Users Manual	Iridium Pilot Quickstart Guide	Iridium Pilot Installation Manual	Iridium Pilot Site Survey Tool

Other Iridium Pilot Accessories or Replacement Items
Iridium OpenPort - below deck unit (BDU) SMN-20646 BBDE0801	Call
Iridium OpenPort - power supply, BDU SMN-20647 BBPS0801	Call
Iridium OpenPort - mounting brackets, BDU power supply SMN-20648	Call
Iridium OpenPort - antenna mounting kit SMN-20376	Call
Iridium OpenPort - cord, power supply - UK SMN-20651 BPCU0801	Call
Iridium OpenPort - cord, power supply - EU SMN-20652 BPCE0801	Call
Iridium OpenPort - cord, power supply - US SMN-20653 BPCUS0801	Call
Iridium OpenPort - cord, power supply - AUST SMN-20654 BPCA0801	Call
Iridium OpenPort - cord, power supply - Japan SMN-20655 BPCJ0801	Call
Iridium OpenPort - cable, ADE to BDE -- 20M SMN-20656 BSOC0801	Call
Iridium OpenPort - cable, ADE to BDE -- 50M SMN-20657 BLOC0801	Call
SIM card, for use only on OpenPort SMN-20658	Call
Iridium OpenPort - above deck unit (ADU) SMN-20661 BADE0801	Call
Iridium OpenPort - ADE pole bracket mount, SMN-20662 BAPM0801	Call
Iridium Openport to Pilot Conversion Program. SMN-20673	Call

Iridium Pilot Specifications
Complete System Components	Iridium Pilot Antenna (ADE) 20 meter antenna cable (Optional 50 meter cable) ADE Pole Mounting Bracket - Installation Instructions Below Deck Unit (BDE) Power Supply for VAC (100 to 240 VAC). May also provide direct DC 11 to 32 VDC 1 Captain's Desk Phone - Standard Handset (Available in standard Pilot system only) 1 Crew Calling Phone (Available in standard Pilot system only)
Antenna	• Height: 9.06 in (230mm) • Diameter: 22.44 in (570mm) • Weight: 24.25 lbs (11kg) • Steering - Automatic, Solid State • Ships Motion - provides useful link margin up to 20° roll • Temperature -30° to +70° C (-22° to 158° F) • Wind - In excess of 100 MPH (161 KPH) with proper mounting • Environmental - IP 66 Compliant (Powerful water jets from any direction) • Antenna Cable Length - (20 or 50 meters depending on purchase)
Below Deck Unit	• Height: 7.78 in (200 mm) • Width: 9.84 in (250 mm) • Depth: 2.17 in (55 mm) • Weight: 2.98 1b (1.35 kg) • Temperature -0° to +50° C (32° to 122° F) • Main Power Voltage 100 - 240 VAC (output 100 W 24 volts @ 4.2 Amps max) • DC Input (from power adapter) 11 to 32 VDC • Power Usage on Standby - 18 Watts • Power Usage During Voice Call - 22 Watts • Power Usage During Data - 31 Watts
Phone / Phone Lines	3 independent RJ11 phone jacks for simultaneous use Includes 1 Captain's Desk Phone & 1 Crew Desk Phone May use any analog (POTS) wired or wireless phone with RJ-11 jack
Data	IP-based, up to 128 Kbps (configurable) with per-MB pricing for airtime
Coverage	Global. Pole-to-Pole.
Band	L- Band (Excellent for all weather use)
Warranty	2 year factory limited warranty
Brochure & Stats	Iridium Pilot Brochure
Users Manual	Iridium Pilot Users Manual
Installation Guide	Iridium Pilot Installation Guide

Iridium Pilot Photos

Above are the complete contents of the Iridium Pilot system from Ground Control. The Iridium Pilot Land Station is a slightly less expensive, and does not included a captain and crew phone. Click for larger photo		The Iridium Pilot "Below Deck Unit" or transceiver is mounted indoors. Click for larger photo

The Iridium Pilot external antenna is designed for operating in the worst of maritime weather.		Under a plastic cover is the Iridium Pilot SIM card tray, as well as the on/off power switch. Click for larger photo

Each Pilot system ships with two phones, a "Captain's Phone" and a "Crew Phone". Do note that ANY standard phone may connect to the Iridium Pilot, such as cordless phones. Click for larger photo		Internet access can be via wireless if using a simple wireless router connected to the Iridium Pilot transceiver.

The Iridium Pilot Land-Station is identical to the maritime version, but does not include a captains or crew phone. You may use any standard corded or cordless phone with these systems.		Here a Iridium Landstation is used to provide Internet connectivity for a base camp. The maritime Iridium Pilot terminal may also be used on land.

The transceiver of the Iridium Pilot has 1 port for an Ethernet, which can be connected to a wireless router, switch, or direct to a single computer. Also shown are three phone jacks that can be configured for the Captains phone or any standard corded or cordless phone.		Here the Captains Phone (aka "Standard Handset") is ideally located. The Captains phone can be configured to require a PIN code for operation.

Removing the plastic cover for where the antenna and power cables enter the transceiver. The RJ45 connector is for the Antenna Cable, and there is a power port for the AC or DC power input. Also note the grounding screw (painted with a line of blue), to ground the system for added safety. Click for larger photo		The systems ships with an AC power supply. The bracket on the left holds the AC power supply in a fixed location. On top is the grounding cable. Do note that the Iridium Pilot may run directly off of supplied DC power from 10 to 32 volts DC. Click for larger photo

The Iridium Pilot ships with a short mounting bracket (as shown) to connect the antenna to a mounting pole. Instructions for mounting can be found in the Iridium Pilot Installation Manual.		The underside of the Iridium Pilot antenna.

The mounting arm of the Iridium Pilot includes two rubber spacers and hardware. You may run the Iridium antenna cable either inside of the pipe, or through a small hole that allows the cable to exit. Click for larger photo		The Iridium Pilot ships with a 20 meter antenna cable, but an optional 50 meter antenna cable is available. Shown above is the 20 meter connectors.

Iridium service is 100% global, and service will work even on the north and south poles. An excellent advantage over other satellite service that have limited service regions.		The Iridium Pilot may be used on any vessel type, in any weather for excellent Internet and phone communication.

Iridium Pilot Documentation