Capitalizing on the truly global satellite communications system, Sky Tracker provides telephony and data services for maritime applications.

For maritime safety with automatic location reporting, Sky Tracker is built into the MARINE transceiver. Sky Tracker meets proposed International Maritime Organization requirements for SSAS (Ship Security Alert Systems) implementation. Sky Tracker also meets the long range tracking requirements for 2005.

Voice & Data Services with Sky Tracker’s RJ-11 interface supports up to five standard wired or cordless telephones. Users will hear the satellites "dial tone" indicating that any telephone number in the world can now be direct dialled. The RJ-11 connector may also be connected to PBX systems permitting access to the network from any PBX phone. With ganged MARINE systems, multiple satellite phone numbers can be connected into a PBX system.

Sky Tracker is equipped with a serial data port that is compatible with any computer. This cable may be extended up to 15 meters from the unit using RS-232 signalling or up to 1000 meters using an optional RS-422 adapter at each end.

Sky Tracker is equipped with a serial data port that is compatible with any computer. This cable may be extended up to 15 meters from the unit using RS-232 signalling or up to 1000 meters using an optional RS-422 adapter at each end.

A standard SIM card is securely locked within the transceiver unit. An optional external SIM card reader can be installed as part of the handset hang-up cup or as a standalone device. PIN security features can be operated using telephone keypad commands.

Sky Tracker is coupled with a high gain helix antenna. This antenna's profile assures excellent visibility of the networks satellites and is designed with a waterproof housing with a threaded base for easy installation. Standard installations can use up to a ten-meter terminated cable to connect the antenna to the MARINE transceiver.

Using the unique short-burst-messaging service, Sky Tracker adds real-time automated vessel location and status reporting functionality to the MARINE platform. Based on GPS, encrypted Sky Tracker reports can include position reporting data such as ship's identifier, location coordinates, course, and speed. The SSAS feature supports two activation switches, a test switch, and a reset switch. All SSAS features are configurable via e-mail from shore.

Standard reporting rates are determined by fleet requirements. The rate can be changed automatically (e.g. increased after an emergency activation) or manually, by the crew on-board or remotely by the ship's corporate office or control centre. The system is poll able from remote locations.

Once received over the satellite network, Sky Tracker reports are delivered via secure Internet or similar data channels to any authorized offices, ports, or dispatch centres. A fleet's composite data can even be delivered back to the individual ships for complete operational awareness. Position and course information can be derived from ship-board navigation equipment or these can be determined with Sky Tracker’s built-in 12-channel GPS receiver. The internal GPS unit requires a GPS antenna mounted with a clear view of the sky.

• Versatile Solutions for Any Size Vessel and Number of Crew • Full Support for Crew Card Billing • Ruggedized Transceiver Design • Single & Multiple Lines Interconnect to PBX via POTS (RJ-11) Interface • Supports Up to 5 Standard Phones • Tamper-proof Internal SIM Card • External SIM Reader Optional • Email & Data Capability Built-in • Automatic Position Reporting with Built-in Sky Tracker • SSAS Capability Complies with IMO Requirements