PLANET 8888 Terminal

PLANET 8888 Terminal

Airborne Communication Terminal with Iridium Certus™ Midband IP Connectivity

PLANET 8888 Terminal is an airborne communication system designed to provide reliable
global connectivity using Iridium Certus satellite service. It delivers native IP
communication with integrated GNSS, onboard processing, and storage capabilities
for real-time data exchange in aviation environments.

✈ Designed for Airborne Communication Systems
🌍 Global Coverage via Iridium Certus Satellite Network
📡 Native IP Data Transfer (88 kbps bi-directional)
📍 Integrated GNSS for Positioning & Timing
🔗 Multi-Interface Support (Ethernet, Serial, WiFi optional)
💾 mSATA Storage with Embedded Linux System
⚙ Fanless Processor for Reliable Operation

Description

PLANET 8888 Terminal is an airborne communication system designed to enable reliable mobile connectivity using Iridium Certus satellite service. It provides native midband IP communication with integrated GNSS, onboard processing, and storage capabilities, making it suitable for aviation and real-time data applications. With multiple interfaces and embedded software support, the terminal enables tracking, messaging, telemetry, and data exchange in dynamic environments.


      Key Features

  • Powered by Iridium Certus™ CST-88 modem
  • Global satellite connectivity for airborne applications
  • Native IP communication (88 kbps bi-directional)
  • Integrated GNSS for positioning and timing
  • Dual Ethernet and multiple serial interfaces
  • Embedded Linux system with onboard processing
  • mSATA storage support for data handling
  • Fanless processor design for reliable operation

     Typical Applications

  • Airborne communication systems
  • UAV and aviation data links
  • Real-time telemetry and tracking
  • Remote monitoring and data exchange
  • Weather data transmission
  • Mission-critical communication systems

Additional information

Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions: 186.5 × 125 × 81.5 mm (W × D × H)
Weight: 1.9 kg
Enclosure: Flanged heat-sink aluminum enclosure

Power Parameters

Input Voltage: 15 – 50 V DC
Average Power Consumption: 16 W
Maximum Power Consumption: 45 W

Data Performance

Data Rate: 88 kbps (bi-directional)

Network & Communication

Satellite Service: Iridium Certus™ (CST-88 modem)
Communication Type: Native IP connectivity

Interfaces

Ethernet: 2 × (10/100/1000 Mbps)
Serial Interfaces: 3 ×
WiFi: Optional
GNSS Interface: TNC Female
Iridium Antenna: TNC Female
Power Interface: DC input

Hardware & Components

Processor: Fanless SMARC module
Operating System: Linux
Storage: mSATA storage
GNSS: Integrated receiver

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature: -15°C to +55°C

Antenna

Type: Aero-certified 3.5-inch passive antenna