NAL RESEARCH Quicksilver 100 Satellite User Guide

NAL RESEARCH Quicksilver 100 Satellite

Product Information

Specifications:

• Model: Quicksilver 100
• Support Phone#: 703-392-1136
• Email: Support@Nalresearch.com
• Part Number: 451-19004-003A
• Warranty: Valid until 7/3/2024

Product Usage Instructions

Setup:

1. Open the SIM Card door and insert a Certus SIM card in the SIM slot.
2. Connect the GPS, Iridium, Wi-Fi antennas, and the Quicksilver Data Kit to the device.

Connecting Data Kit:
Quicksilver Data Kit

1. Attach the Ethernet cable (if connecting via Ethernet) and power cable to the Data Kit. If using Wi-Fi, no Ethernet cable is needed.
2. Plug in the device with the supplied wall adapter.

Initial Setup:

1. Verify all five (5) LEDs come on for about 15 seconds and then turn off.
2. Check if Power LED is lit. If Wi-Fi LED does not light up, access the Quicksilver GUI via Ethernet to turn on Wi-Fi.

Accessing User Interface:

1. Access the Quicksilver User Interface over Ethernet or Wi-Fi by following the respective steps provided in the manual.

Configuration:

1. Navigate to Configuration – Iridium and check signal strength based on LED indications.
2. Navigate to Configuration – Outgoing Firewall to set up rules for specific IP address access.

FAQ:

• Q: Why does the Quicksilver 100 need a clear view of the sky during transmission?
  A: The Quicksilver 100 requires a clear view of the sky to ensure optimal satellite communication performance. Obstructions can hinder signal reception and transmission quality.

• Q: How do I access the Quicksilver GUI if the Wi-Fi LED does not light up?
  A: If the Wi-Fi LED does not light up, you can access the Quicksilver GUI via Ethernet. Connect your computer/laptop to the Quicksilver using an Ethernet cable and follow the steps provided in the manual to access the GUI.

INTRODUCTION

This Quicksilver 100 Quick Start Guide (QSG) provides the basic information necessary to setup and operate the device. More detailed information is in the Quicksilver 100 user guide, which is available on the NAL website.

QUICK START

1. Open the SIM Card door and insert a Certus SIM card in the SIM slot.

2. Connect the GPS, Iridium, Wi-Fi antennas, and the Quicksilver Data Kit to the device.

3. Attach the Ethernet cable (if connecting via Ethernet) and power cable to the Data Kit. Note: If connecting via Wi-Fi, there is no need for the Ethernet cable.

4. Plug in the device with supplied wall adapter.

5. Verify all five (5) LEDs come on for an estimated 15 seconds, then go out.

6. Verify Power LED is lit. If the Wi-Fi LED Does NOT light up, the
   Quicksilver GUI must be accessed via Ethernet to turn on Wi-Fi.

7. Access the Quicksilver User Interface over the Ethernet.
   Go to step 8, if access is via Wi-Fi.

   • a. Connect your computer/laptop to the Quicksilver using the Ethernet cable.
     b. Open a browser and enter URL address https://192.168.20.1
     The Quicksilver Login dialog will open.
     c. Enter admin in the Username field.
     d. Enter Password! in the Password field.
     The Quicksilver GUI opens.
     IMPORTANT: The Quicksilver 100 must have a clear view of the sky during transmission.

8. Access the Quicksilver user interface over Wi-Fi:

   • a. Open Wi-Fi settings on the user’s device, locate the SSID ‘Quicksilver’. The default Wi-Fi password is Password!
   • b. Open a browser and enter URL address https://192.168.20.1
   • c. Enter admin in the Username field.
   • d. Enter Password! In the Password field.
     The Quicksilver GUI opens.

9. Navigate to Configuration Iridium and select Data.

   • This option activates the Quicksilver data connection and turns on the STS LED on the side of the device indicating the Status of the Iridium Data is on.

   • Once the Iridium antenna obtains signal from the satellites, the IRD LED
     will also come on.

   • Solid light: 3-5 bars of signal

   • Blinking light: 1-2 bars of signal

   • No light: no signal

10. Navigate to Configuration Outgoing Firewall and set rules to allow access to specific IP addresses.

NOTE: The Quicksilver modem has been shipped BLOCKING all IP addresses to protect users from inadvertent background processes running which will waste airtime and incur excessive overage charges. See section 5.7 Outgoing Firewall of the Quicksilver User Guide for instruction on setting up firewall rules.

IMPORTANT: The Quicksilver 100 must have a clear view of the sky during transmission.

Support Phone#: 703-392-1136
Support@Nalresearch.com
451-19004-003A
7/3/2024

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