How do I dial on Iridium phone?
Dialing information: A person dialing from the US to the satellite phone should dial 011-8816 (or 8817) and the eight digits of the satellite phone number. To dial from outside the US and Canada, the dialing sequence is normally, 00-8816 (or 8817).
How do you use Iridium?
To pair your device:
- Turn the Iridium GO! on by flipping up the antenna.
- Wait for the Iridium GO! to initialize and establish connection with the Iridium network.
- Go to Wi-Fi settings.
- Select the “Iridium-XXXX” Network on your Android™ or iOS device.
- Wait for your device to connect to the Iridium GO! Wi-Fi network.
How do I call a sat phone in Australia?
Callers should dial their international dialing code (ie. 0011 ), followed by your 12-digit satellite phone number. For example, if your number is (881) 6555-1234, callers from Australia should dial 0011 881 6555 1234.
What area code is 8816?
ISD Code: 8816, Country: Iridium (Mobile Satellite service)
| Country | Iridium (Mobile Satellite service) |
|---|---|
| ISD Code | + 8816 when dialing use 008816 Or +8816 |
Do satellite phones have numbers?
1) Dialing TO a Satphone or Satellite phone numbers differ from other phone systems like cellular phones and land lines. Each satellite provider has a unique prefix followed by an eight or nine digit number.
How do you activate Iridium?
How do I activate my Iridium SIM card? Your Iridium SIM can be activated by contacting us with your ICCID (number beginning 898 printed on the SIM). Iridium activations are usually completed within half an hour.
How do you text with Iridium go?
How People can Call/SMS your Iridium GO!
- Dial “+” then Iridium GO! number (e.g +8816-xxxx-xxxx).
- Alternatively, people can text from their mobile phone at the international text rate (e.g +8816-xxxx-xxxx). Please check your mobile provider does allow International text messages to be delivered.
Can I use WhatsApp with Iridium GO?
Unfortunately Iridium GO is not able to provide a connection fast enough for WhatsApp. It works exactly like a regular satellite phone but this one creates a hotspot that turns your cellphone into a satellite phone. The data connection is only 2.5kbps which is slower than dial up.
Can you call 000 from a satellite phone?
You can also call 000 from any ‘handheld’ satellite phone. You can call 000 using the Emergency+ app on your smartphone. One advantage of using the Emergency+ app to call 000 is that if you don’t know your exact location, the app will use the GPS on your smartphone to help you to give emergency services your location.
How do I call Iridium from a landline phone?
Iridium phones may also be reached from a landline using the Iridium Two-Stage Dialing platform, which will save you from paying the high long-distance rates often charged for calls to satellite systems. To use Two-Stage Dialing, +1-480-768-2500, then enter the Iridium phone number (a 12-digit number beginning with 8816).
How do I set up two-stage dialing with iridium?
To use Two-Stage Dialing, +1-480-768-2500, then enter the Iridium phone number (a 12-digit number beginning with 8816). Please note that the Iridium subscriber being called must have this feature active with their service.
How do I upgrade my Iridium phone handset?
For additional assistance on upgrading your handset or obtaining the latest firmware, contact your Service Partner. If you need their contact information, provide your 12-digit Iridium phone number (8816XXXXXXXX) or 19-digit SIM card number (8988XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX) to expedite your request.
How do I contact the Department of Defense iridium customer service?
If you require assistance with Department of Defense (DoD) Iridium phones and service, please contact General Dynamics, which handles both the DoD/DISA DITCO and GSA contracts. They may be reached at: 1-877-449-0600 (toll-free) or by email at: [email protected]