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August 10th, 2009

Meshing Dynamic Bandwidth Is ND SatCom + SkyWAN


ND SatCom SkyWAN family + diagram ND SatCom’s next generation SkyWAN® satellite modems continue their performance evolution: ND SatCom introduces the new 1HU (Height Unit), cost-efficient, IP-only terminal, which includes the full set of SkyWAN® features, e.g., Turbo-Φ-Coding, IP Routing, true full  mesh capability and dynamic bandwidth allocation.

The IDU 1070 is ideally suited for mobile stations such as broadcaster’s SNG vehicles, FlyAways, or transportable units, where rack space counts. The support of QPSK/8PSK modulation schemes with a wide range of code rates optimises bandwidth efficiency for any kind of network topologies. The separation of the user from network management traffic combined with Link Encryption makes the IDU 1070 the terminal of choice in government and military settings. A built-in, multi-port Ethernet switch allows plug in communications devices for VoIP, video-conferencing and all kinds of IP data applications. Many U.S. broadcasters a well as cost-oriented European service providers and broadcasters are also using ND SatCom’s Media Fleet Manager. The software tool is blended with extensive geographic (OpenStreetMaps) and meteorological data. The management tool facilitates smooth production for TV and media companies with round-the-clock news coverage. Through ND SatCom’s track-proven SkyWAN® technology, the scheduling system allows the remote management and networking of transmission resources and fully automated SNG/ENG fleets and/or fixed uplink/downlink stations. The Media Fleet manager controls video contributions via DVB uplinks or alternatively supports IP video contributions e.g. MPEG4 over IP using SkyWAN®.