- Rental-Ready Global PTT: Instant worldwide group communication without ownership commitment.
- Remote Antenna Operation: Use indoors or in vehicles while maintaining satellite visibility.
- Fast Deployment: PoE and LAN connectivity simplify temporary installation and removal.
- Clear, Powerful Audio: Designed for vehicles, command centers, and noisy environments.
- Rugged for Field Use: IP-rated components suitable for short-term harsh deployments.
- Secure Communications: Encrypted voice traffic for professional operations.
Description
Product Overview
The ICOM IC-SAT100M PTT Global Iridium Satellite Radio (Rental) provides instant, global push-to-talk communication for temporary operations, projects, or emergency deployments. Designed for fixed or vehicle installations, it allows teams to communicate reliably from indoors, vehicles, or remote facilities while the antenna remains outside with a clear view of the sky. Renting the IC-SAT100M is ideal for organizations that need dependable global group communications without the cost or commitment of permanent ownership.
Product Details
Global PTT Without Infrastructure
The IC-SAT100M rental delivers true one-to-many push-to-talk communication over the Iridium satellite network, providing worldwide coverage without relying on cellular networks, repeaters, or local radio systems. It supports up to 15 talkgroups, making it well suited for coordinated teams operating across wide geographic areas.
Designed for Temporary Installations
With its remote antenna and RF unit design, the IC-SAT100M can be quickly installed for short-term use. The antenna mounts externally on rooftops, masts, or vehicles, while the main unit operates indoors, in control rooms, or inside vehicles—ideal for temporary bases, mobile command centers, or leased facilities.
Simple Setup for Rental Use
Power-over-Ethernet between the antenna and RF unit allows easy installation using a single CAT5e cable, supporting runs up to 100 meters. This simplifies deployment and removal, reducing setup time for rental customers working under tight schedules.
Clear Audio for Operational Environments
The system delivers 1500 mW of internal audio output and supports an external 4 W speaker, ensuring clear voice communication in vehicles, industrial spaces, or noisy work environments where reliable audio is critical.
Built for Short-Term Harsh Use
Each component is built to handle demanding conditions during rental deployments. The antenna unit is IP67 rated, the main unit IP54, and the microphone IP55, with MIL-STD-810 environmental testing. It performs reliably across a wide temperature range, making it suitable for temporary outdoor or mobile operations.
Secure and Professional Communications
AES 256-bit encryption protects voice traffic, while integrated GPS supports location awareness when required. Bluetooth capability enables hands-free operation, making the IC-SAT100M rental a professional-grade solution for temporary mission-critical communications.
Expert Tip
Field-tested advice: The IC-SAT100 behaves like a professional two-way radio, not a phone. For reliable performance, operate it outdoors with a clear view of the sky and avoid transmitting near vehicles, buildings, or rock walls. Establish radio discipline before deployment—assign a talkgroup lead, pause briefly after pressing PTT, and keep messages short. The 1500 mW speaker is designed for noisy environments, but disciplined communication is what ensures clarity and safety in the field.
FAQs
Features
- Install the antenna unit (with RF unit) to the rooftop, and use the radio from a vehicle, indoors, or even from the basement
- Easy wiring works between the antenna unit (with RF unit) and main unit using a LAN cable
- Compatible with both 13.2 and 26.4 V DC vehicle power source
- Antenna unit with RF unit: IP67, Main unit: IP54, Microphone: IP55
- 1500 mW powerful audio output
- Voice Recording function
- Built-in Bluetooth® capability
- Multiple language display (English, Chinese, French, Japanese, and Spanish)
- Integrated GPS receiver shows received signal position
- Short Data Message
- AES 256-bit encryption for security
- Tested to the MIL-STD-810 environmental tests
Package
ICOM IC-SAT100M PTT Global Iridium Satellite Radio Includes:
- ICOM IC-SAT100M PTT Global Iridium Satellite Radio
- Multi-functional speaker-microphone
- OPC-585 DC power cable
- OPC-2102 LAN cable (20 m, 65.6 ft)
- Mobile bracket
Technical Specifications
Dimensions
- Antenna unit with RF unit: 76.8 × 200 × 76.8 mm, 3 ×7.9 × 3 in
- Main unit: 125 × 29 × 156.5 mm, 4.9 ×1.1 × 6.2 in
- Microphone: 59.5 × 134.6 × 30.1 mm, 2.3 × 5.3 × 1.2 in
Weight
- Antenna unit with RF unit: 500 g, 1.1 lb
- Main unit with microphone: 1.2 kg, 2.6 lb
Durability
- Operational temperature range: –30°C to +60°C, –22 °F to 140 °F
Included
- Internal speaker - 1500 mW typical (at 5% distortion into an 8 Ω load)
- External speaker - 4 W typical (at 5% distortion into a 4 Ω load)
Battery
- 13.2 V / 26.4 V DC (10.5–32 V DC)
Additional
- Talkgroups: 15 groups (Maximum)
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