Satellite Connect About
Congratulations for choosing Satellite Connect. At Deutsche Telekom, we improve IoT by adding satellite connectivity for a true global coverage.
Satellite Connect combines the advantages of both cellular and satellite networks. It provides reliable connectivity for IoT devices, even in areas where traditional cellular coverage may be limited or unavailable.
How Satellite Connect works
Combining cellular and satellite networks ensures continuous and reliable connectivity for IoT devices. Allowing them to switch between cellular and satellite networks based on coverage availability and cost efficiency.
What do we mean by each of these?
Integrated Networks
The hybrid solution integrates satellite connectivity in areas where cellular coverage is limited or nonexistent. When IoT devices move outside cellular coverage, they automatically switch to satellite connectivity to maintain continuous communication.
Cellular Connectivity
IoT devices initially connect to cellular network where coverage is available, as it is the most economic option. Depending on the device and network availability, a connection can be through technologies like 2G, 3G, 4G LTE, or 5G.
Cellular Communication
IoT devices communicate with the nearest cellular base stations to send and receive data. This action allows devices to benefit from the widespread coverage and high-speed data transmission capabilities of cellular networks in areas where they are available.
Satellite Modems/Terminals
IoT devices connect to satellite modems, which act as gateways between the devices and the satellite network. They facilitate data transmission to and from the satellite network, using wireless protocols compatible with satellite communication.
Satellite Communication
The satellite modem/terminal sends data to the satellite network, relaying it to the ground station. Deutsche Telekom’s infrastructure is connected to the ground station.
Data Routing and Processing
The integrated data routes to the T IoT Hub platform. Here it undergoes processing, storage, and management similar to data from purely cellular-connected devices.
Get started
Basic steps to get your IoT project ready to use Satellite Connect:
1. Contact us
Our team will help you define your IoT project requirements. Including the specific application, geographical areas of coverage, expected data volume, and any unique needs specific to you.
2. Your Credentials
You will receive credentials to access the T IoT Hub and store. You can see details of how Satellite Connect works and select the perfect solution for your project.
3. Hardware delivery
After ordering Satellite Connect, you will receive the required hardware components in preparation for the installation setup. You will receive:
Cellular router
SIM card
Satellite antenna
4. Onboarding call
An assigned specialist from Deutsche Telekom will contact you to support the setup of your project.
5. Installation
Tivity, a Deutsche Telekom partner, will contact you to schedule the installation. They will be responsible for completing your end-to-end setup service: Mounting the satellite antenna, connecting it to the satellite modem or gateway, and establishing proper cabling and connections.
6. Setup your device
With T IoT Hub, you can combine (group) cellular and satellite connectivity to configure your hybrid connectivity for each of your sites. At this stage, you will associate the cellular and satellite connectivity products with your devices, and configure under which circumstances you would like to use which type of connectivity.
7. Billing
Once you complete your setup, you will receive monthly invoices. The invoices will be sent directly to the responsible person from your company. No billing information will be stored on T IoT Hub.
8. Contact support
- The packages may arrive separately. Delivery dates may vary according to your location.