Source: Cuba-L listserve: 2/23/09 -

TS2 - Cuba: TS2 Satellite Communications Services

http://www.ts2.pl/en/Satellite-Internet/Cuba 

TS2 satellite communication services are used in locations where terrestrial Internet andvoice access is not available and when on move frequently. The communication via satellite is available worldwide, including vessels at sea and mobile land vehicles.

The most popular satellite service in Cuba is a broadband two-way satellite transfer system (VSAT), which provides quality access to the internet in even the least accessible areas. It not only provides an internet connection but also a wide range of additional services. It is an ideal solution, if you want to start personal communication or local network in your new location. TS2 provides in Cuba following services: two way internet broadband access, VSAT Private Network, broadcasting services, SCPC/SCPC, SCPC/DVB, MESH services, STAR/DAMA, VSAT Mini Hub Solution, VNO and many more.

TS2 provides in Cuba new mobile services. BGAN deliver seamless network coverage across most of the world's landmass. Users are able to get broadband wherever they go, not just in major cities or airports. BGAN is currently accessible in Cuba, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, North and South America.

TS2 provides also voice commnication in Cuba via global Iridium network. Iridium is the only provider of truly global satellite voice and data communications solutions with complete coverage of the entire Earth. Featuring handheld phones weighing less than 270g, global coverage is provided by 66 low-earth-orbiting satellites, which allows users to make and receive calls virtually anywhere in the world, all you need is a clear line of site to the sky.

Iridium 9555 is the latest evolution in our rugged and reliable satellite phones - and it works everywhere. Without exception, also in Cuba. TS2 satellite communication services are used in locations where terrestrial Internet andvoice access is not available and when on move frequently. The communication via satellite is available worldwide, including vessels at sea and mobile land vehicles.

The most popular satellite service in Cuba is a broadband two-way satellite transfer system (VSAT), which provides quality access to the internet in even the least accessible areas. It not only provides an internet connection but also a wide range of additional services. It is an ideal solution, if you want to start personal communication or local network in your new location. TS2 provides in Cuba following services: two way internet broadband access, VSAT Private Network, broadcasting services, SCPC/SCPC, SCPC/DVB, MESH services, STAR/DAMA, VSAT Mini Hub Solution, VNO and many more.

TS2 provides in Cuba new mobile services. BGAN deliver seamless network coverage across most of the world's landmass. Users are able to get broadband wherever they go, not just in major cities or airports. BGAN is currently accessible in Cuba, Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, North and South America.

TS2 provides also voice commnication in Cuba via global Iridium network. Iridium is the only provider of truly global satellite voice and data communications solutions with complete coverage of the entire Earth. Featuring handheld phones weighing less than 270g, global coverage is provided by 66 low-earth-orbiting satellites, which allows users to make and receive calls virtually anywhere in the world, all you need is a clear line of site to the sky.

Iridium 9555 is the latest evolution in our rugged and reliable satellite phones - and it works everywhere. Without exception, also in Cuba.

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Thuraya Price List
 US Dollars

Thuraya - SO-2510 Handset - Satellite Only 675
Thuraya - SG-2520 Handset - Satellite/GSM 1275
Thuraya - XT Handset - Satellite Only1200
Thuraya IP Modem4485
Thuraya Module315

Phone Accessories - XT

XT Car Charger45
XT Travel Charger - UK45
XT Travel Charger - EU45
XT Travel Charger - CHN45
XT Spare Battery60
XT USB Data Cable37,5
XT Spare Parts Kit85,5

Phone Accessories - S0-2510 & SG-2520

Thuraya Single Channel Portable Repeater502,5
Thuraya Multi Channel Repeater2775
Solio Charger MKIV includes 12v  Attachment81,3
Black Waterproof Case & Insert78,9
USB Data Cable67,5
Car Charger for GEN II (SO2510 & SG2520)45
AC Travel Charger for GEN II (SO2510 & SG2520)45
High Capacity Battery for GEN II (So2510 & SG2520)60
Leather Window Carry Case & Belt Clip - SO251022,5
Spare Parts Kit - SO251085,5
Standard Battery - SO60
Standard Battery - SG60
Spare Parts Kit - SG252085,5
Leather Window Carry Case & Belt Clip - SG252022,5
Fixed Docking Unit - 3500 for GEN II (SO2510 & SG2520)727,5
SO2510 Vehicle Docking Adaptor c/w antenna - Northern712,5
SO2510 Vehicle Docking Adaptor c/w antenna - Southern712,5
SO2510  Sat Docker - Northern450
SO2510  Sat Docker - Southern450
SG2520 Vehicle Docking Adaptor c/w antenna - Northern795
SG2520 Vehicle Docking Adaptor c/w antenna - Southern795
SG2520  Sat Docker - Northern502,5
SG2520  Sat Docker - Southern502,5

GEN II Marine Upgrade Kit2402,24
Thuraya Fixed Docking Unit - (FDU-3500)  CD-ROM, 2 x RJ-11 Cables
Maritime Antenna - European Antenna's c/w 23m Cables
Includes: Power Cable, USB Data Cable, USB Driver

Thuraya Maritime Active Omni Antenna c/w 23m Cables (European
Antenna's)1644,74
Thuraya Maritime Antenna - Spacecom (DSL) - EX WORKS UAE4800


Hughes 7101 Accessories

Standard Battery55,5
Travel Charger - AC28,5
Car Charger -12V DC15
Solio Charger MKIV includes 12v  Attachment81,3
2m Data Cable60
Data/Fax Software Kit c/w Data Cable & CD ROM75
Leather Window Carry Case & Belt Clip22,5
USB Data Kit - 2m cable & CD - Mac OS / Win67,5
Black Waterproof Case & Insert78,9
Thuraya Fixed Docking Unit (FDU)750
Analogue Fax Adapter150

Thuraya Prepay Scratch Cards

Scratch Card - 10 Units12,41
Scratch Card - 10 Units Electronic12,35
Scratch Card - 20 Units24,71
Scratch Card - 20 Units Electronic24,24
Scratch Card - 39 Units52,13
Scratch Card - 39 Units Electronic51,11
Scratch Card - 80 Units98,67
Scratch Card - 80 Units Electronic96,73
Scratch Card - 160 Units197,33
Scratch Card - 160 Units Electronic193,46

Call for All Calling Card32,68

Thuraya Crew Calling Cards

Thuraya 500 Unit Crew Calling Card - Valid 12 Months25
Thuraya 1000 Unit Crew Calling Card- Valid 12 Months50
Thuraya 2000 Unit Crew Calling Card- Valid 12 Months100

Land PostPay Service

Thuraya Postpay Sim Card0
Activation Fee30
Monthly Subscription - Standard Voice Only22
Fax/Data Service - Monthly5

GmPRS - Light (inc. 5,120KB per month)20
GmPRS - Smart (inc. 15,360KB per month)55
GmPRS - Pro (inc. 35,840KB per month)105
GmPRS Over Charge per MB4,5
Static IP Address per Month25
Change of Telephone Number30
Change of Account Ownership30
SIM Replacement Fee - Postpay20

Voice/Fax & Data Calling Rates - Charged per minute
Calls to Thuraya0,99
Band 11,49
Band 24,99
Catch All8
Charge per SMS0,49

Land PrePay Service

Thuraya Eco SIM Card (2 Units Credit) ***7,5
*** Please ask for terms/conditions and callings rates on this SIM

Thuraya Prepay SIM Card (10 Units Credit)73,5

GmPRS - Activation Charge20
GmPRS Charge per MB5
Static IP Address - Charged Annually In Advance300
SIM Replacement Fee - Prepay20

Voice/Fax & Data Calling Rates - Charged per minute
Calls to Thuraya0,99
Band 11,49
Band 24,99
Catch All8
Charge per SMS0,49

Maritime PostPaid Service

Thuraya Maritime Postpaid SIM Card0
Activation Fee30
Monthly Subscription - Standard Voice Only19
GmPRS Charge per MB5

Maritime PrePaid Service

Thuraya Maritime Prepaid Super SIM Card (50 Units Credit)208,5
GmPRS Charge per MB5

Voice/Fax & Data Calling Rates - Charged per minute
To All Destinations * (incl. data/fax calls)0,99
To Other Satellite Networks & Some Rarely Called Destinations6
Charge per SMS0,25

*Except other satellite networks and some rarely called destinations.

GmPRS Charged in 10KB Data Blocks
Minimum Call Duration = 60 Seconds
Billing Increments = 60 Seconds