THales VEsseLink 200

The Thales VesseLINK 200 is a compact, rugged maritime satellite terminal built to deliver reliable voice and data communications over the Iridium Certus 200 network. Utilizing Iridium’s 66-satellite constellation, it provides truly global, pole-to-pole coverage, making it ideal for vessels operating in remote or offshore waters.

It supports up to 176 kbps for both uplink and downlink, along with three simultaneous voice channels, making it a versatile choice for essential vessel communications. 

—　Features　—

• Multiple-User Connectivity: Supports up to 12 connected devices via Wi-Fi and LAN.

• Built-in Wi-Fi: Embedded 802.11 b/g access point for convenient onboard connectivity (typical range 10–20 m outdoors).

• Voice + Data Simultaneously: Even when data is active, three dedicated VoIP voice lines remain available via an integrated SIP server.

• High Reliability & Low Maintenance: The above-deck antenna is low-gain and omni-directional, with no moving parts, minimizing wear and maintenance.

• VSAT Companion Mode: Includes a preferred-routing switch so it can act as a backup for VSAT systems or integrate with 4G/LTE routers.

• Safety & Tracking: Built for GMDSS support, with location tracking via GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, etc.), system/cargo monitoring, logging, and other operational reporting.

• User Interface: Intuitive design with LED indicators (for messages, SOS, check-in, power), and mobile apps for Android/iOS.

• Rugged & Weatherproof: Tested to MIL-STD-810G (vibration, shock), with an antenna rated IP67 and below-deck unit rated IP31.

• Wide Temperature Range: Operates from –40 °C to +55 °C for both the terminal and the antenna.

• Power Supply Options:

  1. DC: 10–32 V input

  2. AC/DC: 12 V DC supply (65 W nominal, up to 120 W at startup)

• Durability: Vibration and shock tested per MIL-STD-810G (Category 4).

• Certifications: Complies with FCC, CE, ISED, ITU, RCM, EC 60945, and RoHS.

—　Scenarios　—

• Commercial Shipping & Fleets

  1. Enables fleet-wide communications for operations, reporting, and crew welfare.

  2. Can serve as a VSAT backup: when VSAT fails, VesseLINK keeps essential comms alive.

  3. Useful for asset tracking, system monitoring, and on-shore coordination via the radio-gateway and location-services capabilities.

• Offshore / Remote Vessels

  1. For fishing vessels, supply boats, or offshore workboats operating beyond terrestrial coverage, its global Iridium constellation coverage ensures always-on connectivity.

  2. Small size and low power make it easier to retrofit to remote or space-constrained vessels.

• Leisure & Recreational Boats

  1. Ideal for sailing yachts, racing boats, or cruising vessels: compact antenna, no moving parts, and up to 12 devices can connect via Wi-Fi.

  2. Useful for crew welfare (internet, voice), emergency check-ins, and tracking/logging voyage data.

• Safety & Compliance

  1. Supports GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress & Safety System) when Iridium’s GMDSS service is available, offering a potentially cost-effective alternative or complement to traditional distress comms.

  2. Real-time vessel tracking and location-based services can support regulatory compliance and safety monitoring.

• IoT / Telemetry

  1. With its ability to integrate location reporting, system status logging, and cargo or environmental sensors, the VesseLINK 200 is well-suited for telemetry use cases (e.g., monitoring fuel, temperature, engine status).

—　Parameters / Spec　—

Service:                Iridium Certus 200 (pole-to-pole coverage)

Data Rate:            Up to 176 kbps (UL / DL)

Voice Channels:  3 simultaneous VoIP lines

Latency:               Approx. 300–500 ms

Below-Deck Unit (BDU) Size:　~ 305 × 229 × 58 mm (12″ × 9″ × 3″)

BDU Weight:                               ~ 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs)

Antenna (ADU) Dimensions:     ~ 125 mm diameter × 170 mm height (5″ × 6.7″)

Antenna Weight:                         ~ 0.7 kg (< 1.5 lbs)

Operating Temp Range:             –40 °C to +55 °C

Ingress Protection:                    Antenna: IP67; Terminal: IP31

Connectors / Ports:

– 3× RJ-45 LAN (PoE class 2)
– 1× RJ-45 WAN for VSAT / cellular
– RJ-14 POTS (telephone)
– GPIO (RS-232, emergency, radio gateway, etc.)
– TNC RF for antenna
– Reverse-SMA for Wi-Fi antenna
– SIM slot

Power Consumption:

– Standby: ~40 W
– Transmit: ~56 W
– Max (startup): up to 120 W

Vibration / Shock:              MIL-STD-810G (Category 4)

GNSS Support:                  GPS, GLONASS (and in some versions: BeiDou, Galileo)

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