User's Manual

Table Of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
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The BGAN system
What is BGAN?
The Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) is a mobile satellite service that offers high-speed
data up to 492 kbps and voice telephony. BGAN enables users to access e-mail, corporate
networks and the Internet, transfer files and make telephone calls.
Coverage
The Inmarsat® BGAN services are based on geostationary satellites situated above the equator.
Each satellite covers a certain area (footprint). The coverage map below shows the footprints of the
BGAN system.
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Note
The map depicts Inmarsat's expectations of coverage, but does not represent a
guarantee of service. The availability of service at the edge of coverage areas fluctuates
depending on various conditions.
The launch of the F-3 satellite will be determined in due course.