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General Dynamics SatCom Division

Sentinel Model 2985

Vehicle Mount .98 Meter MVSAT Antenna System

 

Mobile VSAT (MVSAT) Vehicle Mounted Antenna Systems

 
General Dynamics Sentinel™ Model 2985 .98 Meter Auto Acquire Antenna Terminal is ideally suited for economical mobile satellite communication applications. The stow-mobile VSAT terminal provides immediate Internet and Broadband video access on multiple Ku-band satellite platforms worldwide. Featuring powder-coated aluminum pedestals, stainless steel hardware and brass bushings, Sentinel terminals are built with quality materials to provide reliable satellite communications in the harshest conditions.


The Sentinel’s simple design allows for true “one-button” operation for the end-user and quick field service for technicians, making the Sentinel both “user” and “service” friendly.

 

Key Features:

  • High strength molded Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) reflector
  • Rapid deployment
  • Single push-button automatic satellite acquisition
  • Automatic polarization alignment (HNS Modem)
  • No special test equipment required
  • Terminals can be vehicle roof mounted or transit case configured
  • Model 7000 Control unit can be rack mounted
  • System is easily installed using common cable materials
  • Ethernet port allows full system access via a web page interface for initialization
  • Self diagnosis with user-viewable fault light and blink code
  • Safety ‘Drive-Off’ Stow Function automatically initiates stow mode if vehicle is moved
 
Auto Acquisition Controller:
 

The Sentinel can be deployed from the stowed position and acquire a pre-selected satellite by the simple press of a button on the model 7000 Controller. Pressing the same button again stows the system and prepares it for the next acquisition. The controller allows the user’s PC to be off while the antenna control system remains fully operational (i.e. the system architecture is PC independent). The web-based Graphical User Interface (GUI) is designed to provide advanced features, remote availability of diagnostic information and the downloading of updates.

Complete system status is also available without a computer, with a status light that flashes Red or Yellow error codes.

The Sentinel’s advanced features allow users to open a web page and enter a password to gain full control of the unit. It also provides for a user level password to be set, to provide limited control for local users, if needed.

Once the Sentinel is setup, it becomes a One-Button solution for connection to the Internet. It is that simple.

 
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