Magellan MMS Mobile Satellite System by Ground Control
Press a button on the Magellan MSS and 3 to 7 minutes later your
computer(s) will be browsing the Internet at high-speed. The
Magellan MSS (Mobile Satellite System) is manufactured by
Ground Control as a self-contained, automatic pointing, wireless
hotspot, mobile satellite Internet system that requires little
or no training to operate. Simply park your Vehicle/Truck/RV/Trailer,
touch a button, and the dish will deploy and lock on signal
automatically. As long as you have a view of the Southern
sky, you can connect 1 or all of your computers to the mobile
network. Broadband download speeds average between (400 to
1000 Kbps) and your vehicle may be located anywhere in North
America. Coverage Map
Ground Control has been a leader in supporting mobile satellite
Internet services on the Direcway platform for years. Today,
we manufacture the Magellan MSS. Now you can buy the equipment,
service, and support from the same company. Ground Control
has hundreds of dealers and installers accross Notrh America.
Ground Control also provides 24-7 phone support on our equipment
and mobile Internet service.
Magellan Plans and PricingStandard mobile Internet access fees are $99 a month. Click
here for more pricing information.
 The
Magellan MSS is currently being used in several locations
for the Hurricane relief effort in New Orleans.Please contact Feeney Wireless and get a quote for a Magellan
system.
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Magellan MSS Features:
Manufactured by Ground Control - Installed by Feeney Wireless
- Supported by Ground Control and Feeney Wireless
- Simple & automatic self-pointing mobile satellite Internet
dish.
- High-speed Internet access anywhere you park with a view of
the Southern sky.
- Establishes a self-contained Local Area Network at the touch
of a button.
- Connect additional computers free… no per-seat licensing.
- Establishes an optional Wi-Fi Hotspot at no additional cost.
128 Bit WEP Secure.
- No external computer control required.
- Satellite acquire time from stowed is between 3 to 7 minutes.
- Mac, PC or any TCP-IP equipment compatible.
- Optional Remote Administration via browser…no software
to load or run.
- AutoStow safety feature if vehicle is moved or goes off signal.
- All MSS equipment may be located in a place different from computer
workstations.
- No need to run wires to connected computers (if Wi-Fi is used).
- Optional DirecTV with Universal DirecTV bracket
- Lightweight Design – Under 75 lbs.
- Monthly Internet Service and Support provided by Ground Control
24x7
- Ground Control has 100's of certified dealers/installers nationwide.
- 2 years parts & 1 year labor warranty with Ground Control
manufactured equipment.
- Height of 13 inches and takes up only 48" of space on the
rooftop.
Product Add-ons
TV - Buy the Universal Bracket for DirecTV or Dish
Network.
Telephone - Free VIOP satellite telephone service
Fax - Free fax service
Email - Free email accounts & web based email
Portable System - Consider a "crated" system
VPN - Add security with a Virtual Private Network
The MSS Remote Control Front Panel
The dish may be operated by the remote control panel (above)
or by any connected computer.
Simple one-touch operation requires little or no training
to use.
Find Satellite-Raises the dish, locks it on satellite, creates
high-speed network.
Stow Dish- Stows the dish so that you may move the vehicle.
Stop- Stops all dish movement if needed for safety reasons.
LEDs- Status lights show the status of the satellite dish.
The MSS is completely self-contained. No external computers need
to be connected for it to deploy, lock on satellite, and create
a local area network (LAN) for high-speed Internet access to one
or more computers. Included in the system are the MSS Mobile Internet
Satellite Dish, a Direcway satellite modem, a Linksys wireless "G"
router, and the remote control panel (shown above). All you need
to connect is a computer and an ethernet cable. If computers have
wireless ability, they may connect to the MSS form up to 100-200
feet from the vehicle.
For questions and pricing of the Ground Control Magellan MSS,
please call a Feeney Wireless sales representative at 888-458-0624.
Below are some frequently asked questions of
the Ground Control Magellan MSS:
Who manufacturers the Magellan MSS?
Ground Control is both the satellite Internet provider AND
the manufacturer of the MSS. We know this product inside and
out and will support you 24-7 with our U.S. based technical
support department.
What satellite system does the MSS use?
The Magellan mobile satellite Internet system uses the Direcway
satellite platform with a special "business" class
of mobile service that is the fastest Direcway provides for
a .74 meter dish.
Who do I buy my monthly access from?
Ground Control. Ground Control is the leader in mobile satellite
internet access of Direcway. We know all the issues related
to mobile satellite connectivity and have mobile trained technicians
available 24-7 for any problems you may experience. For monthly
service plans click here.
Can I connect any kind of computer to the MSS System?
Yes, both Windows and Macintosh users, as well as any TCP-IP
based computer or device may connect to the MSS. If your computer
has a wireless card, then it may access the MMS via its Linksys
"G" wireless router.
I'm concerned about security with Wireless Access. Is it secure
and can I turn Wi-Fi off?
Yes, absolutely. You may use 64 or 128 bit encrypted WEP security
or you may at any time disable the wireless router to just
become a router, where only network traffic connected by an
Ethernet Cable will access your connection to the Internet.
The Linksys "G" Wi-Fi router that is includes with
the MSS contains standard networking features.
Can anyone physically install the Mobile Dish?
No. A certified installer must install the system. Ground
Control has professional mobile satellite Installers nationwide.
How does the dish find the satellite?
The dish is completely motorized and controlled by onboard
electronics. Press one button on the MSS Remote Control panel
and the dish deploys and locks to the satellite automatically
in about 3 to 7 minutes. The MSS is completely self-contained
and does not require any kind of computer to connect to the
satellite and create a local area network. There is no physical
labor involved in setting up the dish. Once the satellite
is found, you are online. Simply run your web browser or e-mail
program.
Is the dish transmission a danger?
No. Transmission strength is about 1 Watt, (a cell phone is
.8 watts) ...And being on top of the rig, it is not an issue.
Can I be traveling down the road and be online at the same time?
No. You must be parked... We have found that this is not a
major problem with many who are seeking broadband Internet
connectivity in a mobile environment.
How do the AutoStow features work?
The AutoStow feature is for when you accidentally drive off
and leave the dish up. For it to work, the MSS must be on.
If the vehicle moves a significant distance, the onboard GPS
will recognize the vehicle is moving and automatically stow
the dish. If the dish is online, and the vehicle is moved,
the dish will stow in 10 seconds after being off signal. While
these autostow features is not a guarantee on your dish safety,
they are a line of defense to protect your investment.
How does weather affect the dish?
It would have to be a heavy wind or rain to affect usability
of the system. Transmission will be suspended if signal quality
dips, which is rare and happens only in a downpour.
should the MSS fit on a small trailer?
The system can fit on any mobile platform that gives it room
to turn around in place. The bottom of the dish rim must be
at least six feet off the ground to legally transmit. Stowed,
the unit is only 13 inches high.
How difficult is it to use the system?
Press the "Power Button", then press the "Find
Satellite" button. The system will automatically go up
and lock onto the correct satellite between 3 to 7 minutes.
Once that happens, your network will light up, and you may
immediately connect to the Internet at high-speed. To stow
the dish, simply press the "Stow" button. The dish
will stow in about 2 minutes, and you may then drive away.
Is it easy to stow and reconnect the satellite dish when one
moves from one location to another?
Yes. Just press the Stow button on the front panel and the
dish will stow automatically. When you arrive at the new location,
simply press on the Find Satellite button.
What happens if I drive off and the dish is up?
While nothing can be completely 100% reliable, the MSS has built
in sensors to tell if the dish has moved or is offline and will
begin a stow routine.
Can I be anywhere in the United States and connect?
You must have an unobstructed view of the Southern sky. If
there are objects between the dish and the satellite, it will
not find the satellite.
Can the dish be used for TV as well as Internet simultaneously?
Yes. The universal bracket will allow you to watch TV at the
same time you're surfing the Internet.
Can the dish be used as a telephone?
Yes many of our customers are using our proprietary IG-VOIP
software system that allows you to call anyone in the world
from your computer. The IG-VOIP is optimized for satellite
communication and there is no cost in starting your account.
Click here for more information on IG-VOIP.
Do you have to dial up by phone to get on-line?
No phones are needed. Once dish is aligned and locked on to
the signal, it supplies an always-on Internet connection.
There are no "per minute" fees, or hidden bandwidth
fees ever.
How fast are the upload and download speeds?
The MSS achieves download speeds of 400 to 1500 Kbps and upload
speeds of 30 to 120Kbps.
How often can I use the dish?
Always. If the dish is locked on satellite, and your computer
is turned on, you are online. There are no "per minute"
fees, and no "idle disconnects".
Can I get a Static IP address?
Yes, One or more Public Routable IP addresses are available
from Ground Control.
Does the system support VPN?
Yes... But you may need to use the IG-VPN solution from Ground
Control to make your VPN client work over Satellite. Many
VPN applications crash become slow over a satellite connection.
If IG-VPN is used, this effect may be removed. Read about
IG-VPN here.
Does the system work anywhere in North America?
Take a look at the coverage
maps that are located on this web site. These maps show
the "footprints" of the three Direcway satellites
on North America which includes the Caribbean, Canada, Mexico,
and Hawaii. View Coverage
Area
Can I have the system installed close to where I live?
Ground Control has hundreds of installers nationwide. Please
call a Ground Control representative at 800-773-7168 (805-783-4600)
to locate the installer nearest you.
What about dish software upgrades?
From time to time, Ground Control will make available new
software releases that "Flash" your dishes memory
with a new-improved version of code.
What is the Warranty on the Magellan MSS?
2 years parts & 1 year labor on Ground Control manufactured
equipment at any certified repair facility.
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