Iridium OpenPort
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Iridium OpenPort is a maritime communications service offering global voice and IP connectivity at speeds up to 128 kbps. With an always-on Ethernet connection and three voice lines that can be used simultaneously, Iridium OpenPort delivers cost-effective and reliable data and voice communications. The service is ideal for merchant, fishing, yachting and shipping fleets.

Operating on the Iridium constellation of 66 satellites, Iridium OpenPort enables you to communicate across all five oceans for truly global coverage.
 
 
Key benefits
 
  • Simultaneous always-on data & voice services ideal for crew and professional usage at the same time.
  • Flexible IP-based data service configurable from 9.6 up to 128 kbps.
  • Cost-effective per megabyte service pricing packages.
  • Lightweight, easy to install equipment and antenna.
  • Backed by an unparalleled 5 year warranty and maintenance service at over 50 ports worldwide.
  • Global coverage, including all oceans and polar regions. 
  • Vizada Solutions™ for easy administration, security and cost-control.
 
Faster data. And more.
 
Along with offering crew voice communications, ship operators and captains can significantly simplify and improve the 
administration of their onboard communications using Iridium OpenPort’s simultaneous data and three voice lines. The Ethernet 
port provides a connection to a standard PC, a router or hub for multiple PCs, allowing you to access a wide range of business 
applications, including: 
  • Email and webmail
  • Web browsing
  • File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
  • Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
  • Daily virus updates
  • Weather information
  • Remote fleet maintenance
 

 

The Iridium OpenPort Global Service Program provides greater peace of mind with an industry-leading 5 year manufacturer’s warranty. The program includes access to shipboard service at over 50 ports worldwide from highly experienced maintenance technicians.

With its small size and no moving parts, the Iridium OpenPort® omni-directional antenna is lightweight, 
does not require a stabilization platform and is virtually maintenance-free. Housed in a small rugged casing, the Below Decks Equipment has three RJ11 jacks and one Ethernet port. The unit also features a visual status indicator for system activity.
 
Above Deck Unit
  • Height: 9.06 in. (230 mm)
  • Diameter: 22. 44 in. (570 mm)
  • Weight: 24.25 lb (11 kg)
  • Phone 3 independent RJ11 ports for simultaneous use
Data
  • IP-based, 9.6-128 kbps (configurable) with per-MB pricing for airtime
  • Iridium Speedtest This service is optimized to the special properties of the Iridium Satellite network and is only available from the Iridium OpenPort network. 
Coverage 
 
Global, pole-to-pole
 
 
Below Decks Unit 
 
Height: 7.78 in. (200 mm)
Width: 9.84 in. (250 mm)
Depth: 2.17 in. (55 mm)
Weight: 2.98 lb (1.35 kg)
Wall-mounted
SIM-based
LEDs and configuration through Web browser interface