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Appendix C: BGAN non-M2M functions
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5. Click Save package.
The new package should now appear as a new tile on the startup page.
For details on Parameters (APN and IP Header compression) see To change the APN for a
connection package on page 43.
To make phone calls over BGAN (not M2M version)
To connect a VoIP phone or smartphone
Your VoIP phone or smartphone can be set up to make and receive calls over the BGAN
network, using the terminal’s phone number.
To connect your phone for making calls
For details on initial setup of your VoIP phone and the EXPLORER 540, see
• The documentation for your handset
• First time SIP setup on page 112
• To manage VoIP phones or smartphones on page 114
To connect a VoIP phone, do as follows:
1. Start up the EXPLORER 540 terminal.
2. Connect your phone via a router/switch to the LAN interface on the EXPLORER 540
1
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When the VoIP phone is powered and ready, you are able to make and receive calls over BGAN.
Note
Phone calls are only possible if:
• The EXPLORER 540 is connected to the BGAN satellite network, and
• The airtime subscription is a class 2 subscription (not M2M)
Note
Make sure your VoIP phone has an integrated SIP client. The EXPLORER 540 has an
integrated SIP server.
1. Since there is only the one LAN interface and the EXPLORER 540 cannot provide power, you must
connect the phone(s) via external equipment such as a router (wired or wireless) or a switch.