Satellite Systems

Space Systems/Loral-Built Satellite for Echostar Successfully Launched, Begins Post-Launch Maneuvers

PALO ALTO, CA - Space Systems/Loral (SS/L), a leading provider of commercial satellites, today announced that the EchoStar XVI satellite, designed and built for EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS), was launched yesterday and is successfully performing post-launch maneuvers according to plan. The satellite deployed its solar arrays on schedule following its launch aboard a Proton Breeze M launch...

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VSAT Mediator controls 2 antennas simultaneously.

With operating voltage of 110 and 220 V, Dual VSAT Mediator can communicate with 2 antenna control units simultaneously. Unit offers uninterrupted broadband service at sea by automatically switching to secondary antenna if primary antenna is offline, blocked in signal shadow, or under maintenance. Switching between 2 antenna systems takes place within 60 msec, ensuring uninterrupted service. It...

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Portable Satellite Terminal offers multiband capability.

Featuring Ku band capability with X and Ka band upgradeability, FA120KS 1.2 m Fly-Away Terminal delivers high-bandwidth voice, video, and data communications. Intuitive PC GUI guides operator through steps of deployment, communication, and stowing, while 1-button start initiates automatic point-and-shoot satellite acquisition using built-in GPS receiver, compass, and inclinometer. System meets...

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