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SBD
Iridium Short Burst Data (SBD) Service is an efficient network protocol designed for shorter
sized data messages. SBD uses a proprietary network protocol to transfer data messages to and
from the remote terminal. It is possible to send Mobile Originated (MO-SBD) and Mobile
Terminated (MT-SBD) messages.
- Designed to send shorter sized data messages
- Average transmission power: 1W
- Max. MO message size: 1.96 Kbytes
- Max. MT message size: 1.89 Kbytes
- Messages are delivered with a raw Iridium Doppler location (best accuracy: 1km - 80% within 10 km)
- Data are received by email in attached file
- Up to 5 different recipients email addresses
- Service is billed according to volume of data exchanged
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RUDICS
The Iridium Router-based Unrestricted Digital Interworking Connectivity Solution (RUDICS)
is an enhanced gateway termination/origination capability for circuit-switched data calls across
the Iridium satellite network. RUDICS is a data service designed to be incorporated
into an integrated data solution such as remote asset monitoring, control and data file transfer.
RUDICS is typically best suited for applications that deploy a large number of units which report
to a central host application. Some Iridium RUDICS applications switch automatically on
CSD protocol when the RUDICS service is not accessible.
- Bi-directional continuous communications (dial-up)
- Average transmission power: 4W
- Real data rate: 6 to 10 Kbytes / min
- Data are transferred by a phone call between an Iridium modem (9522B or 9523) to another, then relayed to the host RUDICS server through the Internet (TCP/IP)
- Service is billed according to the call duration
- Requires a SIM card (to be activated)
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CSD
The Circuit Switched Data (CSD) Service supports the transfer of relatively large data volumes
(tens of kilobytes) using the Iridium dial-up capability. The Iridium Data Module (IDM) places a call to the
Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) or to another IDM then exchanges the data through
that open circuit at approximately 2400 bits per second. CSD is best suited for the transmission of large data
sets, for applications with a small number of deployed platforms.
The service is billed according to call duration which is in direct proportion
to the volume of data being transferred. This service is bi-directional.
- Bi-directional continuous communications (dial-up)
- Average transmission power: 4W
- Real data rate: 6 to 10 Kbytes / min
- Data are transferred by a phone call between an Iridium modem (9522B or 9523) to another modem, relayed through the PSTN
- Service is billed according to the call duration
- Requires a SIM card (to be activated)
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PILOT
Iridium Pilot is a global broadband maritime communication solution.
It provides broadband Internet data, up to 134 Kbps, and high-quality voice (up to 3 simultaneous phone calls), in one low-cost platform.
The Iridium Pilot is the successor to the popular maritime Iridium OpenPort terminal.
It is designed to operate in extreme sunlight, frigid weather, high winds and rolling seas.
Because the Iridium OpenPort broadband service is not affected by extreme weather,
many customers with mission-critical communications requirements rely on it to back up other platforms.
As a packet switched service, the Iridium OpenPort Service substantially reduces communications
costs compared to circuit switched services. And it offers a wide range of customizable voice and
data plans allowing you to choose to suit your needs and your budget.
Iridium Pilot service relies on the specifically designed Iridium Pilot Kit (cf. kit details in the next section).
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