[SatNews] Norsat International Inc. (“Norsat” or “the Company”) (TSX: NII and OTC BB: NSATF) has launched their ultra-portable Ranger series of fly-away satellite terminals. Norsat is exhibiting the new Ranger 60 at CommunicAsia 2013 in Singapore June 18 - 21, 2013.

Norsat’s Ranger series represents the next generation of microsat terminals, featuring industry leading portability, rapid deployment and Norsat’s new “Easy-Acquire” user interface that allows users to operate the system with no formal training. Ranger terminals are available in antenna sizes of 45 and 60cm and have integrated iDirect modems and the ability to support external modems. Both systems are designed for low power consumption and can run off AC, DC, or rechargeable battery packs with smart, uninterruptable power supply (UPS) capability. The Ranger microsats include a web-based GUI for remote monitoring of the system. Both Ranger terminals support tool-free activation and assembly and are on the air in less than 10 minutes.

The Norsat Ranger 45 microsat fits within a weather-tight, briefcase package (overhead luggage compliant). Key features include:

• High performance: Rx: up to 45 Mbps, Tx: up to 4 Mbps
• Light Weight and Portable: Packaged in a carbon fiber hard case and backpack
• WGS Certified and Multi-Band Capable: X and Ka bands supported
• MIL-STD-810 tested: The Ranger 45 is ruggedized for use in harsh weather
• Battery powered: Supports up to 2.75 hours of uninterrupted use without a power source

The Norsat Ranger 60 microsat fits within a weather-tight, airline checkable package (IATA compliant). Key features include:

• High performance: Rx: up to 45 Mbps, Tx: up to 8 Mbps
• Norsat “Easy-Acquire” assistant: No tools or instructions are required for satellite acquisition
• Multi-Band Capable: Ku, X and Ka bands supported: WGS compliant
• Light Weight and Portable: Airline checkable and packaged in a hard case or rucksack
• MIL-STD-810 tested: The Ranger 60 is ruggedized for use in harsh weather and uses no fans
• Battery powered: Supports up to 2 hours of uninterrupted use without a power source

“The Ranger series of satellite terminals represent the highest quality and easiest to use microsats on the market,” said President & CEO Dr. Amiee Chan. “With the addition of the new Ranger terminals, Norsat has the broadest range of portable satellite terminals on the market, including flyaways, driveaways, microsats, and marine terminals, all ruggedized and purpose built for military, government, and commercial customers”.

The 45cm terminal was developed for the U.S. Army’s Program Executive Office for Enterprise Information Systems (PEO EIS) to address the need for portable X-band terminals for battlefield data connectivity to replace existing low data rate systems.