Descriptions
・Covers both Iridium® satellite frequencies and GNSS L1 band frequencies, and provides a solution for satellite communications indoors
・Use optional OPC-2462 (59 m, 193.5 ft) or user supplied coaxial cable (Max. 169 m, 554.5 ft) to obtain a line-of-sight path to the satellite
・Power over Coaxial (PoC) carries electrical power through the coaxial cable
– Electrical power cabling can be reduced
・Separate TX/RX unit configuration, TX unit with a Power Amplifier and RX unit with a LNA (Low Noise Amplifier)
・The main unit has IP67 waterproof and dust-tight protection for outdoor installation
Connection example
Types of External Antennas for IC-SAT100 and Usage Guidelines
By replacing the IC-SAT100 antenna with an external antenna, satellite communication is possible even from a vehicle or building. Select the most suitable antenna according to the installation location and application.
1 OPC-2422 coaxial cable (5 m, 16.4 ft) is required for more than 1.5 m, 4.9 ft extension.
2 Optional OPC-2113 or user supplied coaxial cable is separately required. Cable loss requirement is less than 3.4 dB loss at 1621 MHz.
3 Optional OPC-2462 or user supplied coaxial cable is separately required. Cable loss requirement is 12.5 - 13.0 dB loss at 1621 MHz.
4 The distance from the main unit to the antenna is a rough guideline. The height of the building is an estimate assuming that the height of one floor is 3.5 m, 11.5 ft .
Specifications
GENERAL
| Frequency range | 1616.02–1626.48 MHz (TX unit/RX unit) 1575.42–1605.4 MHz (RX unit, GNSS L1 band) |
|---|---|
| Antenna impedance | 50 Ω nominal (N-J connector) |
| Polarization | Right-hand circular |
| Operating temperature range | –25°C to +55°C, –13°F to +131°F |
| Current drain (approximate) |
Less than 2.5 A (at relay) Less than 0.8 A (stand-by) |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) (projections not included) |
310 × 326 × 89 mm (TX/RX units + bracket) 77 × 200 × 77 mm (each unit) |
| Weight (approximate) | 1.6 kg, 3.5 lb |
TX UNIT
| Rated output power | 37.7 dBm ± 1 dB (at 23.3 dBm input to TX unit) |
|---|---|
| Spurious emissions | 0.25 μW (≤ 1 GHz), 1.0 μW (> 1 GHz) |
RX UNIT
| Total gain | 17 dB ±1.5 dB (at –80 dBm input to RX unit) |
|---|---|
| Noise figure | Less than 3.0 dB |
| Spurious emissions | 0.25 μW (≤ 1 GHz), 1.0 μW (> 1 GHz) |
All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.
Applicable IP Rating
| Ingress Protection StandardData | |
|---|---|
| IP rating (AH-41 main unit) | IP67 (Waterproof and dust-tight) |
Packing Includes
OPC-2461
Coaxial cable (1.5 m, 4.9 ft)
BC-253
Power box
BC-228
AC adapter
Mounting kit
(U-bolts, pole clamps, washers and nuts)
Optional Accessory
OPC-2462
Coaxial cable (59 m, 193.5 ft)
Suggested Main Antenna Cables
Use optional OPC-2642 or user supplied coaxial cable to meet Iridium® performance requirements, and comply with FCC regulations.
| Cable loss requirement from Power box to the AH-41 | 12.5–13.0 dB loss at 1621 MHz |
|---|
| Reference Cable | Diameter | Cable Length |
|---|---|---|
| Times Microwave Systems | ||
| LMR 195 | 4.95 mm, 0.195 inch | 27 m, 88.6 ft |
| LMR 240 | 6.10 mm, 0.240 inch | 39 m, 128.0 ft |
| LMR 300 | 7.62 mm, 0.300 inch | 49 m, 160.8 ft |
| LMR 400 | 10.29 mm, 0.405 inch | 75 m, 246.1 ft |
| LMR 500 | 12.70 mm, 0.500 inch | 92 m, 301.8 ft |
| LMR 600 | 14.99 mm, 0.590 inch | 115 m, 377.3 ft |
| LMR 900 | 22.10 mm, 0.870 inch | 169 m, 554.5 ft |
Above cable lengths are for your reference which are calculated by the target cable loss at 1500 MHz.
Satellite
EXTERNAL ANTENNA
- AH-41
- ACTIVE SATELLITE ANTENNA SYSTEM FOR THE IC-SAT100
- OPC-2462
- COAXIAL CABLE
Use optional OPC-2462 (59 m, 193.5 ft) or user supplied coaxial cable (Max. 169 m, 554.5 ft)
Catalogs / Brochures
| Brochures Name | Size |
|---|---|
| AH-41 | 957KB |
Instruction Manual / Guides
| Name | Model Name | Note |
|---|---|---|
| INSTRUCTIONS | AH-41 |