Description Details

Design

Beam PotsDOCK Extreme is a compact docking station specifically designed to support RJ11, Bluetooth and tracking. PotsDOCK allows the Iridium Extreme handset to be connected with an RJ11/POTS interface enabling standard corded, cordless or DECT handset connection or alternatively interfaced with a PABX system presenting standard ring, busy and dial tones like a standard phone network.

The BEAM PotsDOCK Extreme docking station provides extra features such as Bluetooth for voice connectivity along with tracking and alert which can be configured to support periodic polling or emergency alert reporting.

The Iridium Extreme handset fits securely in the docking station with an easy click to lock mechanism that can be inserted and removed with a press of a button. It is purposely built to allow you to utilize the SOS emergency, with an inbuilt GPS coupling capability that allows you to connect an external GPS antenna to the dock.

The PotsDOCK Extreme also supports the use of an optional compact BEAM Privacy Handset that can be attached next to the PotsDOCK for added convenience if required.

The dock features phone charging, a USB connection for data connection, integrated antenna, data and power connection making it possible to keep all antenna cables and power permanently connected to the dock making it ready for use at all times.

Applications
Land

• In-building
• Homestead
• Recreational Vehicles / Motor homes
• Emergency Services
• Transportable
• Disaster Recovery
• Priority / Interim Services

Sea

• Boating
• Fishing
• Recreational
• Houseboats
• Tracking
• Alerts
• Crew Calling

Air

• Aircraft    integrated communications
• Helicopter integrated communications

Performance

Easy access to voice services

Voice services can be easily accessed using standard telephone handsets, standard corded, cordless, DECT or alternatively integrated to a PBX system.

Compact privacy handset

The optional compact Beam Privacy Handset can be installed, which answers calls simply by removing the handset from its hang up cup and provides a compact handset that can be installed close to the PotsDOCK Extreme.

Data/Internet/SMS/Fax

All data services are easily accessible using either the USB connector on the cradle or the inbuilt wireless Bluetooth interface.

Bluetooth voice and data technology

Voice and Data services can be easily accessed using a Bluetooth receiver or laptop paired with the PotsDOCK Extreme. This is a very convenient way of integrating Bluetooth to the 9555 handset for various hands-free or data applications.

Tracking/alert monitoring

DriveDOCK Extreme has an inbuilt GPS module that can provide simple tracking, monitoring and alert management if required for various transport and personnel monitoring applications. The GPS provides pinpoint accuracy and enables tracking worldwide; tracking and alert messages can be sent via SMS or Short Burst Data, if provisioned on the handset. Beam’s Mybuddy web-based global tracking system enables easy access to track, trace and monitor any vehicle or fleet of assets anywhere on earth. PotsDOCK Extreme’s tracking and alert messages can be easily sent to Mybuddy or any other tracking application or email address as required.

Mybuddy tracking

MyBuddy is a web based tracking and monitoring system that provides global access to monitor personnel worldwide. The secure web portal allows access to view street level maps and satellite imagery to easily pin-point asset locations and areas of incidence.

MyBuddy supports the Iridium Extreme satellite handset. Other hardware devices maybe supported or added in the future. The Iridium Extreme handset is configured to send message reports back to the MyBuddy data server; these messages contain information such as the assets latitude/longitude, speed, heading and status.

Power input

The PotsDOCK Extreme supports a 9 – 32 VDC power input which can be a direct DC input or from the AC 110/240 plug-pack included in the kit (requires country-specific monitor cable).

Robust mounting options

The PotsDOCK Extreme is supplied with a high-quality RAM-Mount fixing system to adapt to various installations. It is also possible to mount the PotsDOCK Extreme directly to a wall.

RJ11 and PABX integration

PotsDOCK allows the Iridium Extreme handset to be used in a wide variety of applications, the intelligent RJ11 / POTS interface enables standard corded, cordless or DECT handsets to be used or alternatively interfaced with a PBX system presenting standard ring, busy and dial tones like a standard phone network.

Only the PRIVACY HANDSET WORKS WITH PotsDOCK – PotsDOCK also supports the use of an optional compact Beam Privacy Handset that can be located next to the PotsDOCK for added convenience if required.