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VidOvation Intros
VidOsat Portable
Ku and Ka-band
Satellite Terminal
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idOvation has launched its all-new
VidOsat, a lightweight, portable,
and easy-to-deploy Ku and Ka-band
satellite terminal.
With advanced features such
as 3G/4G cellular bonding via the
AVIWEST DMNG Pro transmitter,
the VidOsat is well-suited for
DSNG, coverage of live sports and
entertainment events, on-location WiFi connections, and many other mobile
satellite applications.
"The VidOsat is truly the industry's
most versatile portable satellite
terminal. It gives DSNG teams
everything they need to cover live
and breaking news or to store and
forward video for later use. And with
its IP networking capabilities, it can
create an instant Wi-Fi hub at events
and other remote locations," said Jim
Jachetta, Executive Vice President
and CTO at VidOvation. "The VidOsat's
unique design allows it to not only
access traditional Ku-band satellites,
but also has the option to transmit
at Ka-band frequencies - increasing
users' options for uploading their
important data."
The collapsible VidOsat terminal
can be easily transported as checked
luggage in its two included IATAcompliant cases. Its "no-tools"
assembly features a folding feed arm
and quick-deploy tripod for easy setup
in a matter of minutes. The tripod
has detachable sand feet to allow
deployment of ground anchors and
high wind stays for maximum stability
and reliable operation.
VidOsat's
high-quality
design,
including a five-segment, high-gain,
1-meter carbon fibre reflector, ensures
excellent performance even at the
extremities of the satellite footprint.
Once the antenna has been assembled,
users can point it easily to any satellite
using the included MPAD2 handheld device. The MPAD2 includes an
integrated GPS, electronic compass,
and inclinometer that provides a target
azimuth/elevation and polarisation
position for the intended satellite.

VidOsat Portable Satellite
Terminal From VidOvation

The MPAD2's built-in signal strength
meter allows accurate peaking to the
satellite.
VidOsat fully integrates with the
AVIWEST DMNG PRO bonded cellular
transmitter, enabling it to bond
satellite and cellular signals together
for a hybrid transmission that takes
maximum advantage of available
networks for enhanced resiliency. Also,
VidOsat is available with a ruggedised
outdoor IP modem/Wi-Fi router, giving
operators the ability to create a Wi-Fi
hot spot or use the Wi-Fi as a separate
WAN interface. Two built-in GSM
modem radios give the terminal 3G/4G
WAN capability.
The VidOsat's soft cases provide
space for these IP sub-systems to
be transported without affecting the
weight budget.
Also, the VidOsat is available with
an optional power distribution unit
(PDU) for simplifying the installation
of higher-power VidOsat 16W and 55W
antenna systems.
The PDU enables the VidOsat to be
powered from a variety of sources
- including a 240V source (via a
power supply unit), direct from a 12V
vehicle-based source such as an onsite OB truck, or from standard camera
batteries.
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