AvL’s 2.4m axi-symmetric manual terminal is ultra-lightweight and has a small two-case pack-up. The 14-piece carbon fiber reflector is designed to operate in X, Ku and Ka-band with new bayonet-style feeds and quick-change RF kits. A C-band capability is in the planning as an upgrade kit. The antenna is modular and flexible with numerous BUC and LNB options, and it supports RF or modem peaking. This manual operation antenna functions on an aluminum space frame, which enables set-up or pack-up by one person in minutes. Once the antenna is set-up and anchored, the antenna is easily repositioned using simple, ergonomic pointing assist features – no anchor adjustments needed – for fine tuning to one satellite or pointing to a different satellite.
| Reflector construction | Segmented, carbon-fiber composite |
| Axis travel Polarization, LP feeds Azimuth Elevation | +/- 95° Fine +/- 10° Coarse +70° – 90°, fine +/- 5° |
RF interface Rx – LNB | Waveguide flange at Tx feed port, contact AvL Sales for specific flange interface options Directly mounted to feed Rx port, contact AvL Sales for specific flange interface options |
| Power requirements | Only power consumption by BUC, LNB & modem |
| Pack-up size & weight Case 1: 9-piece reflector Case 2: El over Az positioner Case 3: feed or multiple feeds | 43”L x 42”W x 24”D (109L x 106W x 61D cm); weighs <170 lbs. (<79 kg) packed 45”L x 16”W x 13”D (114L x 41W x 33D cm); weighs <80 lbs (<36 kg) packed Dependent on number of feeds |
Wind – survival, anchored | 60 mph (97 kph) in stowed position (90º elevation) |
Wind – operational, any look angle | 15 mph (24 kph) 30 gusting to 45 mph (48 gusting to 72 kph) |
Pointing loss in operational wind, Ku-band Rx | |
Temperature – operational | -26°F to 131°F (-32°C to 55°C) |
Temperature – storage | -40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C) |
| Std. 2-Port Ku-Band Receive | Std. 2-Port Ku-Band Transmit | Opt. 2-Port Ka-Band Receive | Opt. 2-Port Ka-Band Transmit | |
| Frequency Range (GHz) | 10.95 – 12.75 | 13.75 – 14.5 | 19.2 – 21.2 | 29.0 – 31.0 |
| Polarization Configuration | LP/orthogonal standard, optional LP/co-pol | CP orthogonal standard | ||
| Gain (mid-band) | 46.5 dBi | 48.5 dBi | 51.2 dBi | 54.2 dBi |
| -3dB Beamwidth (mid-band) | 0.8° | 0.6° | 0.4° | 0.3° |
| Radiation Pattern Compliance | FCC 25.209, ITU-R S.580-6, IEss 208 | FCC 25.209, MIL-STD-188-164A | ||
| EIRP | 63.7 dBW w/ 34.6W linear BUC | 65.8 dBW w/ 16W linear BUC | ||
| G/T with LNB, midband, clear horizon | 25.5 dB/°K with 50° LNB | 27.7 dB/°K with 100° LNB | ||
| Cross-pol isolation | > 30 dB | > 21.3 dB | > 24.8 dB | |
| Feed Port Isolation (Tx to Rx) | 35 dB | 80 dB including filter | 80 dB | 80 dB including filter |
This antenna is manually operated. Optional pointing with AvL computer assisted pointing tool.
*Specifications subject to change without notice.
15 North Merrimon Avenue
Asheville, NC 28804
Phone: 828-250-9950
