Satellite Communications

SWE-DISH products

SWE-DISH Satellite Systems has developed a new class of groundbreaking small satellite terminals - the Suitcases. It's a new class of small (suitcase size), hand portable, highly mobile and fully automated satellite terminals. They are used by numerous leading broadcasters, as well as several defense organizations such as the US Special Operations Command.

The Suitcase is recognized for being:

• Compact and hand-portable
• Fast, one-person operation with a unique, user-friendly, Graphical User Interface
• Motorized set-up and antenna positioning
• No requirement of specially trained personnel
• LAN standard - working like any LAN through 10/100 base-T interface
• Rugged - used by military units world wide

The Suitcase has proven itself in combat and during numerous SNG missions. It has received endorsement from many control bodies including Intelsat Type Approval, Eutelsat Type Approval, FCC License, EuropeStar Type Approval and Hispasat Type Approval.

The Suitcase has matured into a range of three different terminals to meet different needs:

• The IPT Suitcase, an IP broadband version with built-in IP transmission and receive functionality
• The DVB Suitcase, a low cost version of the IPT Suitcase without the IP-functionality giving the functionality of a fly-away terminal compressed to a carry-on suitcase
• The IPT Mil Suitcase (AN/USC-68), with higher environmental protection meeting military specifications

SWE-DISH Satellite Systems has developed a unique concept for vehicle mount antenna systems, with antenna that is fully enclosed during transportat. The antennas have a Gregorian style feed arm for capacity gain and precision. The Drive-Aways have a slick design, they are rugged, easy to use, and installation can be temporary or permanent.

SWE-DISH Drive-Away antennas are recognized for:

• Low drag and good appearance - fully encapsulated during transport
• Reliability and durability in harsh environments
• High performing antenna systems
• Data rates from 64 kbps to 60 Mbps

The Drive-Away products include 0.9m, 1.5m and 1.8m antennas. The 0.9m antenna offers more flexibility. It can be mounted on any roof rack, and can be transported in a purpose built flight case to distant location. The 1.5m antenna allows a higher throughput. The 1.8m antenna is most often used for C band.

The SWE-DISH Fly-Aways are designed as "true" Fly-Aways from the ground up - virtually every transported kilo of weight is used in operation - no empty crates are laying around after deployment. The unique antenna design is optimized for minimum package size and maximum efficiency, without compromising strength and durability.

SWE-DISH Fly-Away terminals are noted for:

• Innovative antenna technology (patented)
• Reliability and durability in harsh environments
• Ease of transport and ease of use
• High performance with data rates from 64 kbps to 60 Mbps

The Fly-Away systems range from 0.9m to 1.8m reflectors and are available for Ku, C and X band. The reflector is divided into segments and is easily stowed for transport by car, air freight or by helicopter.