The TracStar1200P2-2 is a 1.2M antenna with a 2 piece reflector which provides a dual ruggedized case solution for the pedestal assembly and the reflector/boom/feed assembly. The TracStar1200P2 assembles in less than ten minutes. The pedestal and reflector cases have handles and wheels built in for ease of movement. Couple with an optional shock-mounted transportable equipment rack for the modem, antenna controller and additional video or VoIP equipment. 100’ IFL (30.48m) cable is standard.
The MVS Series from TracStar allows personnel with little or no satellite experience to operate mobile Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) satellite communications equipment, enabling the user to access any broadband application over satellite.
The MVS Series of antennas are typically owned and operated by:
- Corporations with remote or mobile office and monitoring applications
- Federal, State and Public Safety agencies for law enforcement, emergency response and homeland security communications
- Military rapid deployment, SATCOM on the pause applications
With TracStar’s MVS Series antennas, users enjoy the same reliable, secure, high-speed IP based data communications they are accustomed to in the office, while mobile. Users can get connected Anywhere/Anytime for applications such as:
- Secure, high-speed digital communications
- High-speed internet access
- Voice and FAX communications
- Teleconferencing
- Wide area private network extension
- Video broadcasting
TracStar antennas feature:
- Single button push for automatic satellite acquisition
- Rapid deployment and operation on every Ku-band satellite, worldwide
- Works with every satellite modem
Eliminates the need for:
- Leveling the antenna up to 10 degrees
- Special test equipment for alignment
- Computers or peripheral equipment to operate the antenna
- Phone calls to network operators or service providers
Specifications
Reflector
Reflector 1.2 Meter Prime Focus Offset
Mount Geometry Elevation over Azimuth
Polarization Rotation of Feed
Reflector Material Glass Reinforced Plastics
Travel
Azimuth 400° or ±200° from Stow Position
Elevation 0-65° of reflector boresight
Polarization ±95°
Travel Velocity
Slewing/Deploying 2°/second
Peaking 5°/second
Manual Jog 1.0° or –.0.2° / second
Manual Drive Handcrank on Az and El Axii
Electrical Interface
RF 75
Ω Tx / Rx Type F Connector (50Ω option)
Waveguide Grove Flexible Waveguide from Feed
Interfacility Link 32ft (9.75M) Control Cable and Twin RG6 Coax
Motors 24V DC Variable Speed, Constant Torque
Controller & Power Supply 50/60 Hz, 110/220VAC, Single Phase
Power Consumption—Motors Active 250 Watts
Power Consumption—Motors Idle 30 Watts
Antenna Characteristics
Receive
Transmit
Frequency (GHz)
10.95-12.75 13.75-14.5
Gain (Midband)
42.0 dBi 43.2 dBi
VSWR
1.30:1 1.30:1
Beamwidth (degrees)
-3 dB
1.4 1.2
-10 dB
2.5 2.1
First Sidelobe Level (Typical)
-19 dB
-22 dB
Antenna Noise Temperature
30° K at 30° Elevation
Polarization Linear Orthogonal Standard, Optional Co-pol
Radiation Pattern Compliance FCC §25.209, ITU-R S-580-6
Power Handling Capability
40 Watts
Feed Port Isolation – TX to RX75 dB
Controller
One-button operation automatic satellite acquisition with integrated GPS/Compass/Level
Sensors and user configurable satellite selection.
Mechanical
Az/El Drive System Patented Roto-Lok
® Cable Drive System
Polarization Drive System Stainless Steel Chain Drive
Weights and Measures (With 4W Buc and LNB)
Pedestal Case Dimensions : 44W x 27D x 20H in (111.75 x 68.58 x 50.8 cm)
Approximate Weight : 190 lbs (86.18 kg)
Reflector Case Dimensions : 55W x 17D x 31H in (139.7 x 43.17 x 78.74 cm)
Approximate Weight w/IFL Cables : 120 lbs (54.43 kg)
Portable Power Supply/Display Unit
Weight - Power Supply ( CE Approved) 4.5 lbs (2.04 kg).
Display Unit 0.5 lbs. (0.22kg)
Power Supply 9”Wx 10.25”Dx2.5”H (22.86 x 26 x 6.35 cm
Display Unit 5 ½”W x 3 ¼”D x 1-3/8”H (13.96 x 8.25 x 3.45 cm)
Rack Mount (1RU)
Weight 4.5 lbs. (2.04 kg)
Dimensions 19.0”W x 8.0”D x 1.75”H (48.26 x 20.32 x 4.44 cm)
Environmental
Wind
Survival
Stowed 100 mph (161 kph)
Operational 60 mph (96.6 kph)
Temperature
Operational -20°F to 125°F
Storage -30° to 140°F
Related Products
MVS1200, MVS1200P4
Prices and Specifications Subject to Change Without Notice.