Telecommunication Systems TCS Type-1 High Speed Tracking X/Y Antenna
X/Y high speed tracking axis configuration, zero keyhole at zenith, exceptional solution for tracking LEO, MEO and GEO spacecraft
Type-1 X/Y High Speed Tracking Antenna
The Telecommunication Systems Type 1 auto-tracking antenna system is a cost effective X/Y antenna pedestal technology that specializes in precision antenna tracking. Our systems are specifically designed for the Low and Medium earth orbits in support of Remote Sensing and TT&C applications. Applications include: AQUA, TERRA, NPP, MODIS, HRPT, SeaWifs, LANDSAT, SPOT, ENVISAT, ERS, IRS, RADARSAT, DMC, METOP.
Digisat offers a wide range of X/Y tracking antennas from 1.5-meters to 7.3-meters in diameter. When coupled with our installation expertise and worldwide support in such extreme environments as the Arctic, Middle East and Tropics - our vast antenna system offerings provide the customer a complete satellite tracking solution.
Available Options
Dual frequency / polarization
High performance LNAs
Full RF chain:
Frequency converters
Spectrum analyzers
RF switching
Demodulators/modems
Uplink amplifiers
Anti-icing
Webcams
Trailer mountable
Radomes
Installation services
Civil engineering
Key Features
X/Y axis configuration
No keyhole at zenith
Ideal for tracking LEO, MEO and GEO spacecraft
Ethernet (TCP/IP) antenna control and monitoring
Custom software control
Low power consumption
High reliability
Whether you're tracking a Low Earth Orbit satellite or providing remote sensing services, Digisat is ready to deliver a total turn-key high speed X/Y antenna system solution.
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Tracking Antenna Specifications |
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Mechanical |
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Antenna Mount |
Type 1 X/Y |
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Aperture Size |
1.5m—2.4m (Outdoor System) 1.5m—3.0m (In-Radome System) |
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Pointing Accuracy |
<0.1° |
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Position Step Resolution |
0.00004° |
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Acceleration |
10°/s2 max |
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Velocity |
4°/s typical |
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Degrees of Freedom |
2 (X and Y) |
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Axis Travel |
Full hemispheric coverage |
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Horizon limits |
-2° typical |
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Control System |
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Interface |
Ethernet |
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Power |
110/240Vac, 1ph, 13A |
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RF |
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Frequency Range |
L, S, X, C, Ku and Ka Band |
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Polarization |
LHCP and/or RHCP |
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Feed Configuration |
Prime Focus |
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Typical Performance(1) 2.4m Outdoor |
S Band—10.7dB/K |
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2.4m Outdoor |
X Band—20.7dB/K |
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3.0m In-Radome |
S Band—12.2dB/K |
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3.0m In-Radome |
X Band—22.2dB/K |
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Environmental |
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Wind Speed |
100km/h wind (Operational)(2) 200km/h wind (Survival) |
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Temperature |
-10°C—+50°C (Operational)(2) -40°C—+70°C (Survival) |
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Humidity |
100% Relative Humidity |
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Driving Rain |
Up to 10cm/hr |
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X/Y axis configuration, No keyhole at zenith, Ideal for tracking LEO, MEO and GEO spacecraft
