A quality reference oscillator will solve a lot of satcom throughput issues. Here are some common symptoms we see when a satellite ground terminal isn't working as planned:
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Talking to EO satellites in the 26 GHz spectrum
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Universal Broadband is Closer Than You Think
How Orbital’s new wideband Ka-band LNA keeps you in the fast lane wherever you are As the Earth’s orbit traffic problem intensifies, satellite operators are moving quickly to find some elbow room in...
Containing Vibration – Protecting the Signal
How Orbital’s custom low noise block downconverters hold steady in high vibration environments Imagine the pressure a combat general is under when leading a mission – specifically, when leading it...
LNB remote monitoring and control: Even better than being there?
At times, your low noise block downconverter (LNB) may be out of reach. It might be in a remote or unmanned location, built into an inaccessible enclosure, or mounted on the fuselage of an aircraft....
From the Arctic to the Sahara: LNBs in extreme temperatures
When the mercury spikes – or plummets – the low noise block downconverter (LNB) in your satellite terminal can stop working properly or stop working altogether, similar to a cell phone that gets too...
Cut satellite terminal costs by tapping into existing power
In satellite communications, the cost of the terminal can often make or break a business plan. Hardware and installation costs are the primary drivers. If you can minimize both expenses without...
How to improve signal quality on satellite cable transmissions
Reliable communication between antennas and modems has never been more important. Sub-par performance due to poor signal quality can result in everything from angry customers and lost revenue to...