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AvL 1050FA 1,2m SNG Motorized Tri-Band FlyAway Antenna Ku-Band

AvL 1050FA 1,2m SNG Motorized Tri-Band FlyAway Antenna Ku-Band

AvL 1050FA 1.2m SNG Motorized Tri-Band FlyAway Antenna 2-port Precision Ku-Band (Standard Cross-Pol comp.)

IKtechcorp is the distributor for AVL Antanna Systems, a leading manufacturer and supplier of commercial satellite equipment. AVL Technologies offers a wide range antennas used in the VSAT, DTH, COTM, Teleport, Cable, and Broadcast industries. Satellite, DTH, VSAT, Flyaway, quick deploy, receive only, RF, motorized auto point, vehicle antennas.
• Rx/Tx Feed: 2-Port Precision Ku-Band (LP) 
- Receive: 10.95 - 12.75 GHz
- Transmit:
13.75 - 14.50 GHz
• Airline Checkable Pack-up
• Case-Based (std.)
• Key Features
- 15 minute set-up
- Zero Backlash AvL Cable Drive
- Auto-Acquisition Controller

Product Code: avl_1050fa_ku

AvL 1050FA 1.2m SNG Motorized Tri-Band FlyAway Antenna 2-port Precision Ku-Band (Standard Cross-Pol comp.)

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Summary

AvL 1050FA 1.2m SNG Motorized Tri-Band FlyAway Antenna 2-port Precision Ku-Band (Standard Cross-Pol comp.)

AvL's 1050FA case-based positioner FlyAway SNG antenna systems offer enhanced-wind tolerance with a compact, rugged and portable package. The 1.2m antenna systems pack into two rugged cases to be shipped anywhere, then set up and operational within minutes.   

AvL’s FlyAway SNG antennas are designed to meet and exceed the highest performance requirements around the world to guarantee both satellite authority compliance and peak in performance, reliability and availability.

Each Flyaway Antenna is priced to include the AvL carbon fiber antenna and auto-acquisition controller for ease of operation. As with all AvL antenna systems, no laptop is necessary to operate the controller, the antennas interface with any modem, RF electronics, or satellite service.

AvL 1050FA 1.2m SNG Systems feature:
• Commercial airline checkable - packs into two rugged cases
• Enhanced wind tolerance of 45 mph gusting to 60 mph for Ku operation
• 1.2m Segmented 4-Piece AvL Carbon Fiber Reflector
• Rugged AvL Cable Drive Case-Based Positioner
• Case-Based Positioner (AvL or CFE) or Rugged Tripod Mount
• Offset Prime Focus Highly Efficient Optics
• Available in Ku- (precision or mode-match), X- and Ka-band for commercial or military applications; upgradable to L-Band
• Motorized AvL Cable Drive for reliable positioning
• One button auto-acquisition controller
• Interfaces with all types of RF electronics and satellite services 
• MIL-STD-188-164A Compliant
• 15-Minute Setup

 

     
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AvL 1050FA 1.2m SNG Motorized Tri-Band FlyAway Antenna 2-port Precision Ku-Band (Standard Cross-Pol comp.)

MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
   
Az/El Drive Motorized AvL Zero Backlash Cable Drive (Patent Pending)
Polarization Drive System Motorized Rotation of Feed
Reflector Construction 1.2m Segmented 4-piece Carbon Fiber
   
Axis Travel
Azimuth ±200°
Elevation (reflector boresight) 5° - 100° of reflector boresight from calibrated inclinometer (El range may vary depending upon CFE)
Polarization ±95°
   
Az/El Speed:
Slewing/Deploying (typical) 2°/sec Elevation: 1°/sec
Peaking (typical) 0.2°/sec
   
Motors 24 VDC Variable Speed, Constant Torque
   
Standard Interfaces:
BUC Mounting Feed boom or behind reflector (additional CFE case or optional case required)
RF Std. 50 ohm Coax (2) at base, cover flange at feed Tx port
Electrical 30 ft. cable with connectors for controller
   
Manual/Emergency Drive Handcranks for Az and El, Knob on Pol axis
   
Transit Configuration (Ku-band):  
Two rugged, weather-resistant plastic cases, total weight 260 lbs. (typical)
Positioner 27” x 20” x 22”, 110 lbs. max, 100 lbs. typical
Outriggers/Feed Boom/Reflector 43” x 28” x 21”, 150 lbs. max (Includes Ku or Ka Feed), 140 lbs. typical
Additional Feeds 43” x 28” x 21”, 70 lbs typical, dependent on feed options selected
   
Set-up Time Less than 15 minutes.
 
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
   
Wind – Survival 80 mph in zenith position
Wind - Operational: ▼
Without Anchoring 30 mph
With Anchoring 30 mph gusting to 40 mph
   
Pointing Loss in Wind:
Ku-band 0.1 dB typical, 0.5 dB max
Ka-band 0.3 dB typical, 1.0 dB max
X-band 0.1 dB typical, 0.2 dB max
   
Temperature:
Operational -22° to 125° F (-30° to 52° C)
Survival -40° to 140° F (-40° to 60° C)
 
RF / ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS Receive Transmit
     
Feed Type Std. 2-Port Ku (1.2m Reflector)



Frequency Range (GHz) 10.95 - 12.75 GHz 13.75 - 14.50 GHz
Polarization Configuration Linear orthogonal standard
Gain (mid-band) @ Horn Interface (dBi) 41.6 dBi 43.1 dBi
-3dB Beamwidth (mid-band) 1.5° 1.2°
Antenna Noise Temperature (midband) 54° K
Radiation Pattern Compliance FCC 25.209, ITU-R S.580-6, IESS 208
Maximum Feed Transmit (Tx) Power   500 watts per port
Maximum Allowable Power   -14dBw/4kHz (per FCC) -0dBw/4kHz (per ITU)
VSWR 1.30:1 1.30:1
G/T with 50˚ LNB, midband, clear horizon 21.3 dB/° K (with 50°K LNB)  
     
Cross-Polarization Isolation:    
On Axis (minimum) 35 dB 35 dB
Within pointing cone Std: 28 dB MM: 25 dB Std: 30 dB MM: 35 dB
     
Feed Port Isolation – Tx to Rx (dB) 35 dB 80 dB (with filter)
 
CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS: STANDARD
   
Controller Type Std. Auto-Acquire with Opt. Ethernet IP Interface
Standard Feature  
Fully-automatic satellite acquisition, with automatic azimuth, elevation and cross-polarization peaking; includes on-board, one-button deploy/acquire interface for pre-configured systems; includes on-board GPS, electronic compass, level sensors and auto-compensation; customer-configurable satellite list. Note: Beacon Receiver or Modem as acquisition signal source may be required for non-commercial satellites
   
Integration Embedded w/ Handheld, incl. Shelf-Mount P/S (optional 1RU w/ front-panel keypad + integral P/S)
User Interface Menu-driven display w/ keypad
Input Power 115/230 VAC (at rack); up to 200W
Software Upgrades/Options Inclined orbit tracking (using step-track or TLE track); automatic band sensing
 
CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS: OPTIONAL
   
Controller Type Opt. Enhanced Auto-Acquire with Ethernet IP Interface
Standard Feature  
Fully-automatic satellite acquisition, with automatic azimuth, elevation and cross-polarization peaking; includes on-board, one-button deploy/acquire interface for pre-configured systems; includes on-board GPS, electronic compass, level sensors and auto-compensation; customer-configurable satellite list. Note: Beacon Receiver or Modem as acquisition signal source may be required for non-commercial satellites
   
Integration Embedded w/ Ethernet IP Interface (P/S optional) (optional rack-mount P/S available)
User Interface Intelligent/simple GUI for on-board or remote CFE laptop
Input Power 28V DC (at antenna positioner); optional 115/230 VAC rack-mount power supply; up to 200W
Software Upgrades/Options Inclined orbit tracking (using step-track, memory track, or TLE track); automatic band sensing
 
Available Options, Upgrades & Services
 
Optional:
• Standard Configuration: Case-Based
• Optional Configuration: Tripod
• BUC/HPA mounting
• Stabilization leg options
• Waveguide interconnect options
• Beacon Receiver and Inclined Orbit Tracking Mode
• Ku-band Mode Matched Feed (Eutelsat)
• Ku-band Co-pol Kit
• DBS, Commercial Ka Feeds (future)

 
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