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1.2m Ku-Band Mobile VSAT Motorized Antenna


AvL's 1.2m Ku-band Mobile VSAT motorized antennas features a vehicle-mount pallet and operate in winds up to 45 mph (72 kph). Model 1258 features a reflector desiged for low stow, and Model 1278 is ruggedized. Both models operate in Ku-band. 

Key features:
  • Zero backlash AvL Cable Drive
  • Non-load-bearing 1.2m AvL carbon fiber composite single-piece reflector
  • Model 1258 stows to 15" H (38 cm H)
  • Model 1278 stows to 18.4" H (46.7 cm H)
  • Can be mounted onto a large SUV or van
  • Vehicle-mount pallet
  • Standard 2-port precision Ku-band feed (standard cross-pol comp.)
  • Feed rotation for polarization
  • 2 axis AvL Cable Drive positioner with 400° Az & 0-90° El
  • Level sensors for automatic vehicle tilt compensation and automatic cross-pol alignment
  • AvL AAQ Auto-Acquire Antenna Control System with integrated GPS
  • Compliant with Eutelsat auto deploy antenna requirements

Options include:
  • Transmit rotary joint on feed
  • Thule bar interface for vehicle mounting
  • 1RU rack mounts and minimized stow height
  • Global 2-port Ku-band mode-matched feed (enhanced cross-pol comp.) with removable connection
  • 2-port L-band feed
  • Aerodynamic cowling
  • Fly&Drive case pack-up configuration with 3-piece reflector for vehicle roof mount or operation from the ground with stabilizers

Models
  • Model 1258 features a reflector designed for low profile stow and is available on a pallet for vehicle roof mounting.
  • Model 1258KFD features a 3-piece reflector designed for low profile stow and is packed in one transportable case that can be mounted to a vehicle roof or used on the ground with stabilizers.
  • Model 1278 is a ruggedized antenna available on a pallet for vehicle roof mounting.
  • Model 1278KFD is a ruggedized antenna with a 3-piece reflector packed in one transportable that can be mounted to a vehicle roof or used on the ground with stabilizers.