Satlink FB250 Installation Manual

The FB250 User Equipment (UE) is a maritime broadband system, providing simultaneous high-speed data and voice communication via satellite through the Inmarsat FleetBroadband system. Applications include: Internet browsing, E-mail, Phone and fax services, Large file transfers, Video conferencing and Streaming.


Satlink FB250 Installation Manual - cover page
Brand
Satlink
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
Installation Guide
Language
English
Pages
37
File format
PDF
File size
2 MB
Published
26 January, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
09132507B212CFE940385B4DC4415D42

About this manual

The FB250 is a maritime broadband user equipment that delivers simultaneous voice and data via the Inmarsat FleetBroadband system. It offers four Ethernet ports (two with PoE), two RJ‑11 ports, an expansion slot, and a built‑in web console for configuration. The manual outlines the system’s features, operating temperature range, and safety precautions.

Installation instructions cover power supply requirements (10.5‑32 VDC, 14 A‑5.5 A), ventilation clearances, antenna mounting with the pole‑mount kit, cable specifications, grounding procedures, and recommended torque values. Technical specifications such as data rates, dimensions, weight, and environmental limits are listed in the final section.

What's inside

  • System Overview
  • Features and Interfaces
  • Power Supply Requirements
  • Equipment Ventilation and Temperature Limits
  • Antenna Unit (ADU) Installation
  • Primary Handset and Cradle
  • Cabling, Grounding and Connections
  • Pole Mount Kit Components
  • Technical Specifications

Specifications

Data Rate284 kbps uplink / 284 kbps downlink
Power Input10.5‑32 VDC, 14 A‑5.5 A
Operating Temperature-25 °C to +55 °C
Dimensions314.7 × 295 × 59.4 mm

Frequently asked questions

What power source is recommended for the FB250 BDU?

The manual recommends using the ship’s 24 VDC power bus, noting a high start‑up peak current of 20 A at 24 V for 5 ms.

What is the maximum length for an RG‑214 antenna cable?

The specification lists a maximum length of 34 m for RG‑214 cable with a loss of 32.9 dB/100 m at 1.6 GHz.

What temperature range can the FB250 operate in?

The equipment is rated for operation from –25 °C up to +55 °C.

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