VSAT Support Blog
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Intellian v100GX
VSAT Support Blog Intellian v100GX (1.03m) is a Ku-band VSAT maritime antenna system convertible to Ka-band for Inmarsat’s Global Xpress™(GX) network. Featuring fully optimized RF performance for Ku or Ka-band, the v100GX provides advanced VSAT solutions…

Sailor 900 VSAT System
VSAT Support Blog What is a Sailor 900 VSAT System?
The SAILOR 900 VSAT is a unique stabilized maritime VSAT antenna system operating in the Ku-band (10.7 to 14.5 GHz). It provides bi-directional IP data connections both on regional satellite beams and quasi-global…

OpenAMIP
VSAT Support Blog What is OpenAMIP?
OpenAMIP is an IP based protocol that facilitates the exchange of information between an Antenna Controller Unit and a satellite.
Expanded Use for VSAT Technology
The use of VSAT technology for mobility applications has…

Polarization
VSAT Support Blog Why is Polarization Important?
A understanding of wave polarization in VSAT is essential. Firstly, if we don’t transmit a polarized wave, we will waste signal power. That would make the satellite link inefficient, reduce its capacity and…

iDirect Connection Troubleshooting
VSAT Support Blog The starting point for an active iDirect connection is the RX indicator, which must be green, and you must have an RX SNR greater than 6.
Troubleshooting a poor RX connection when the DataStorm controller (positioner) indicates that pointing…

iDirect Modem Recovery
VSAT Support Blog There are two ways of iDirect Modems recovery:
Modem Recovery using Console Cable
Modem Recovery using Hyperterminal
When we try to use the first option then we have to keep in mind few procedures listed below:
Modem check…

Circular and Linear Polarization
VSAT Support Blog Antenna Polarization
Antenna polarization is a very important consideration when choosing and installing an antenna. Most communications systems use either vertical, horizontal or circular polarization. Knowing the difference between polarizations…

How to Use Web iSite with iDirect Modem
VSAT Support Blog To launch Web iSite perform the following:
Connect the LAN port of the PC to the LAN port of the Satellite Router using an Ethernet cable.
Launch the Web browser of choice.
Enter the IP Address of the X1 Satellite Router into the…

How to Load an Option File to an iDirect Modem
VSAT Support Blog iSite and the iDirect Option File
The iDirect modem has an option file that configures the modem for the satellite network that you will access. The option file is generated by the satellite service provider and either "pushed" to your…

VSAT Technology Features
VSAT Support Blog In this post we will be focusing on VSAT technology features to familiarize you with what VSATs are and their many applications for connecting to the Intenet via satellite or for forming a private network over satellite. VSATs are small earth…

VSAT Installation Guideline
VSAT Support Blog VSAT Installation
In this VSAT Installation Guideline we will walk you through the various steps in a VSAT installation:
Ground mount:
This involves a tube/pipe lowered into a hole which is then filled in with concrete. Alternatively…

Azimuth and Elevation
VSAT Support Blog What is Azimuth and Elevation? How can I calculate them?
Azimuth refers to the rotation of the whole antenna around a vertical axis. It is the side to side angle. Typically you loosen the main mount bracket and swing the whole dish around…

C-Band & Ku-Band Comparison
VSAT Support Blog C Band & Ku Band Satellite Frequencies
Which of them is better? Why?
Many mobile operators nowadays are using Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) to provide coverage in remote areas & enhance their network coverage. VSAT technology…