PETAH TIKVA, Israel, Nov. 30, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq:GILT) today announced the introduction of a satcom-on-the-move (SOTM) solution for airborne applications, featuring a very small Ku-band broadband antenna customized for airborne use.
"Gilat's strategy which led to the acquisition of Wavestream and RaySat Antenna Systems has enabled us to produce a fully integrated solution that benefits from the combined core competencies and technological advancement of the three companies," said Moshe (Chico) Tamir, Gilat's Vice President of Defense and Homeland Security. "Our integrated solution, featuring what we believe is the industry's smallest and most lightweight antenna in its category, is optimal for the defense and military markets as it addresses the critical need for reduced weight in order to increase the endurance of unmanned aerial vehicles."
The solution is comprised of Gilat's MLT-1000 ruggedized spread spectrum satellite modem, RaySat Antenna Systems' SR-71 – a two-way, on-the-move, flat panel tracking antenna, and Wavestream's compact 40W Ku-band block up-converter (BUC) and power amplifier, part of the AeroStream™ airborne product family, all of which have been tightly integrated to produce a lightweight, compact and low-power terminal that is ideal for airborne applications.
RaySat Antenna Systems' SR-71 is a very compact and lightweight broadband mobile antenna. Part of the StealthRay™ family of products, it includes a 6 inch broadband array which tracks any Ku-band satellite position. The SR-71 can support high broadband user experience of up to 1 Mbps transmit and 2 Mbps receive.
The MLT-1000 supports very low SNR (signal to noise ratio) of -13dB, optimally integrating with the small dimensions of the SR-71 antenna. Complementing the solution is a 40W BUC that delivers high output-power with low power-draw in a compact and lightweight enclosure.
Gilat recently conducted a successful live paid demonstration of the terminal showcasing high performance transmissions of IP data and video communications.
About Gilat
Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. is a leading provider of products and professional services for satellite-based broadband communications networks worldwide. Gilat was founded in 1987 and has shipped over one million Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSATs) to more than 85 countries across six continents. Gilat's headquarters is located in Petah Tikva, Israel. The Company has 22 sales and service offices worldwide. Gilat develops and markets an expansive range of broadband satellite solutions including high-performance VSATs under the SkyEdgeTM and SkyEdge II brands, low-profile antennas for satcom-on-the-move, under the RaySat Antenna Systems and the StealthRayTM brands and next generation solid-state power amplifiers for mission-critical defense and broadcast satellite communications systems under the Wavestream brand. Gilat's wholly-owned subsidiary, Spacenet Inc., is a leading provider of managed network services in North America to the business and government segments. Visit Gilat at www.gilat.com.
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About Wavestream
Wavestream designs and manufactures next generation solid-state power amplifiers for mission-critical defense and broadcast satellite communications systems. The company's innovative, patented Spatial Power Advantage technology provides higher output power, greater reliability and lower energy usage in more compact packages than traditional amplifier solutions. Wavestream's proven family of products meets the growing demand for greater efficiency and significant lifecycle cost reductions for satellite communications systems worldwide. Wavestream is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (Nasdaq:GILT). For more information, please visit the company's web site at www.wavestream.com
About RaySat Antenna Systems
RaySat Antenna Systems (RAS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Gilat Satellite Networks (Nasdaq:GILT) that specializes in the development, marketing, sales and support of in-motion, low-profile, 2-way satellite antenna systems. RAS's antennas are specifically suited for the needs of Satcom-On-The-Move (SOTM), military mobile communications, homeland security (HLS), search & rescue, governmental organizations, DSNG, trains, asset tracking, research & exploratory and general mobile satellite data communications.
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