What is a SIM PIN?

The Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) often referred to as a simcard, typically is provisioned and issued by a Service Provider (SP) with an associated Personal Identification Number (PIN), sometimes referred to as PIN1.

It is possible to request simcards without PINs. When the satellite device first powers on, if the unit is set to request that the user enter the PIN code then until this has been successfully completed the unit will not register, place calls or receive calls.