Iridium Extreme - SMS based Tracking

The steps below will help you to enable tracking via SMS (Text Message) on the Iridium Extreme 9575. First you will need to ensure that the GPS feature on your device is enabled.

STEP 1: Enable GPS on the Extreme

1. Select Menu.
2. Select Setup.
3. Select Location Options.
4. Select GPS Options.
5. Select GOS On/Off.
6. Choose Enabled. By default GPS is off.
7. Once GPS is enabled (on), proceed with the steps below. 

STEP 2: Configure Message Recipient

The process below sets the destination for your GPS location updates:

1. Select Menu.
2. Select Setup.
3. Select Location Options.
4. Select Message Options.
5. Select Regular Update.
6. Select Update Recipient.
7. Enter the recipient's e-mail address or phone number. 
8. Select Save.

Step 3: Configure the Tracking Interval

The process below sets how frequently your satellite phone will send the GPS location updates:

1. Select Menu.
2. Select Setup.
3. Select Location Options.
4. Select Message Options.
5. Select Regular Update.
6. Select Update Frequency.
7. Choose the interval for sending the message.