Satellite Communication

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Inmarsat­ ­­­Al Yahsat­

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Introduction ­­­­­

About Thuraya: ­
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Thuraya Telecommunications Company is a world-leading mobile satellite service provider of voice, data, maritime, rural telephony, fleet management and other telecommunication solutions in remote areas.
Providing mobile satellite communications to over 140 countries around the world, Thuraya offers a congestion-free network that now covers most of the planet, encompassing Asia, Africa, Australia, the Middle East and Europe.­

 Thuraya Products:

Send free SMS to Thuraya Phone https://sms.thuraya.com

Online Billing Inquiry
https://bills.thuraya.com 

Thuraya Satellite Phones (Handsets for Voice)


Thuraya's satellite phones use geosynchronous satellites to provide Voice, Internet/Data, Fax, short messaging (SMS), and GPRS. Remote location determination services via (GPS) are also possible. Thuraya Satellite coverage is now available in hundreds of countries spanning a large region of northern, central and western Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia and the Indian Subcontinent.

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Thuraya SO-2510 Satellite Phone ­(World's Smallest Satellite Phone)

 This Thuraya SG-2510 phone gives you portability that most can’t provide.  This may be a small phone but it has a robust design that can withstand rugged conditions.

   


2520th.pngThuraya SG-2520 Satellite Phone (World's Lightest & Smartest Satellite Phone).

The Thuraya SG-2520 combines 3 in 1 technology. This awesome product gives its users the power of a dual band satellite phone and GSM capable phone along with the convenience of GPS.

 

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World's Toughest Satellite Phone

The XT has a rugged design built to exacting standards and using the latest durable polycarbonates for the outside case, it is quite simply, the most durable satellite phone in the market.

 

 

 

Accessories: Indoor Enablers

FDU – Fixed Docking Unit

Repeaters – Single / Multi Channel Indoor Repeater

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FDU-XT

The FDU-XT is a home/office docking adapter that allows you to use Thuraya satellite services in indoor environments. Simply connect the FDU-XT with the included antennas and dock your Thuraya XT into the cradle to enjoy all standard satellite based services.
Easy to install and operate, it supports Voice, Data and Fax transmission and comes with SAT and GPS antennas with 25m cables to ensure seamless connectivity.

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FDU-3500

FDU-3500 is a fixed docking unit, enabling the indoor use of your Thuraya phone. Dock your phone and turn it in a micro-office as FDU-3500 can be connected to a fax machine, a computer or a desktop phone. The FDU-3500 antennas come with 25m cables.

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FDU-2500

FDU-2500 is a fixed docking unit, enabling the indoor use of your Thuraya phone. Dock your phone and turn it in a micro-office as FDU-2500 can be connected to a fax machine, a computer or a desktop phone. The FDU-2500 antennas come with 25m cables.

 

 

Repeaters – Single / Multi Channel Indoor Repeater


SINGLE CHANNEL INDOOR REPEATER

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Extremely portable and easy to install, Thuraya SingleRepeater supports voice, data/fax, SMS and GmPRS at speeds of up to 60/15 kbps download/upload. Thuraya SingleRepeater provides indoor coverage area of up to 100 square meters, via an included outdoor antenna that can be rotated to ensure maximum signal strength. Obtaining optimal reception also helps to extend the battery life of your handset.

 

 
MULTI CHANNEL INDOOR REPEATER

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Thuraya MultiRepeater for multiple channels gives you network coverage in dead spots that have no line-of-sight to Thuraya’s satellites. These include areas inside buildings, underground parking lots, shopping malls, tunnels and outdoor shadow zones.

With a coverage area of up to 500 square meters, the Thuraya MultiRepeater forwards the Thuraya satellite signal across up to 10 Thuraya handsets simultaneously.

 

 

Airtime Packages:

Thuraya Prepay Voice Plan
Thuraya Postpay Voice Plan
ThurayaECO Voice Plan


Thuraya Prepay Voice Plan

Thuraya Prepay enables you to credit your existing Thuraya account at any time, using scratch cards purchased from one of our service providers in more than 140 countries.

How to refill your Thuraya Prepay account?

Refill your Thuraya Prepay account in any of the following ways:
    

Refill using Scratch Cards

 
Thuraya offers scratch cards that are available in various denominations starting as low as 10 units. These can be used to refill your Prepay account in any of the following ways:

  • Call 150 and follow voice prompts to enter scratch card details.
  • Send SMS to 150 (message – 14-digit scratch card PIN code, starting and ending with #)
  • Dial 160 followed by 14-digit scratch card PIN code. Press `Dial'.
  • Key in 150 scratch card PIN code # then press the 'Dial' button. (to refill even while roaming in GSM). More
  • Refill online at http://services.thuraya.com


Thuraya Postpay Voice Plan

A Thuraya Postpay account provides you with monthly bills, meaning you can use your Thuraya handset now and pay later. Postpay offers unlimited usage without the need to top up credit as you go.

With a one-time only access fee and rates that are generally lower than Thuraya Prepay, Thuraya Postpay also provides additional roaming functionality.

 

Application form for postpaid connections

ThurayaECO Voice Plan

ThurayaECO is a prepaid voice plan with very affordable satellite calling rates from 83 countries across Africa, Asia, and Europe.

  • US$0.50 per minute for calls to Thuraya
  • US$0.75 per minute for calls to most mobile and landline destinations across the globe
  • Affordable SIM pack price containing US$5 in credit
  • 1 year SIM card validity with an option to extend
  • Voice, data/fax, dial-up internet, SMS, and GmPRS services
  • Access to roaming on GSM services where Thuraya has a prepaid roaming agreement with the GSM operator­

Thuraya Coverage Map

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About Inmarsat:

Inmarsat has been at the leading edge of satellite communications for nearly 30 years providing voice and high-speed data services to almost anywhere on the planet - on land, at sea, and in the air.
Inmarsat services are delivered through the most versatile and reliable satellite network in the world.
Inmarsat owns and operates 11 satellites in geostationary orbit 35,786km above the Earth, controlled from our HQ in London via ground stations located around the globe.
Inmarsat’s new global handheld satellite phone, the IsatPhone Pro, takes advantage of the world’s most advanced satellite communications network to provide exceptional quality and reliability.
The handheld has been designed specifically for Inmarsat’s I-4 satellite network.

iSatPhonePromain.jpgThe new IsatPhone satellite cell phone provides voice and data over the I4 satellite network. This is the newest satellite phone on the market, now providing some competition with Iridium.

The IsatPhone Pro, using high quality satellite phone service from Inmarsat, currently provides coverage over the entire planet, except the polar regions, using Inmarsat's latest generation Inmarsat-4 satellite network.  This phone is packed with features and compares very competitively with satellite cell phone offerings from Iridum.

The Isatphone Pro is an affordable satellite cell phone option for people who work, live, or travel to areas where communication may be non-existent or emergency back up communications is needed.  The Isatphone Pro is one of the smallest satellite phones on the market today.  It is easy to use, lightweight, and rugged. It even has a built-in GPS receiver. Your can text or email your position!  

 

IsatPhone Coverage Map

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Airtime

Inmarsat IsatPhone Satellite Service Plans


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Note: Isatphone Pro Service plans length options are described in the table above. Fees are billed monthly. Any service plan changes will take effect on the 1st day of the following calendar month. All airtime plans may be cancelled, subject to an early cancellation fee ($200, except $600 for Explorer and Value plans).  Unused included monthly minutes do not roll over to the next month.  A one time activation fee applies to all plans. Customers will be billed for first and last month of service on initial invoice. (See “terms and conditions” for complete information).

Voice Calls To Other Phone Systems

The following is a list of additional fees that will be charged to your account if you either exceed the amounts allotted in your service plan, or if you use Isatphone Pro services not covered by your service plan.

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­About Al Yahsat: ­

Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PrJSC (Yahsat) is a private joint stock company fully owned by Mubadala, an investment arm of the Government of Abu Dhabi. Since being incorporated in 2007, we have designed the region’s first multi-purpose satellite system, based on extensive interaction with customers and research into their communication needs.
Our first-hand understanding of specific market requirements has enabled us to develop customized satellite solutions for the government as well as the commercial sector in the Middle East, Africa, Europe and South West Asia.

 


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