Isotropic, renowned for its global Internet services, and Intellian, a pioneer in mobile satellite communication antenna systems, have successfully concluded network acceptance testing for Intellian's new NX-Series of antennas. This testing took place at Isotropic's Lake Geneva site, leveraging the Amazonas-2 and Galaxy-28 networks and employing ST Engineering iDirect's X7 modem.
The NX-Series antennas are also compatible with the iQ LTE modem, catering to a variety of enterprise voice and data services. The series is designed for enhanced connectivity on all types of vessels, combining high-speed data with superior performance, thanks to its efficient RF design.
The NX Series Antenna Features
This series is optimised with a reflector and radome tuned for Ku- and Ka-band frequencies
This series is optimised with a reflector and radome tuned for Ku- and Ka-band frequencies, using a single coaxial cable that integrates transmission, reception, and DC power for simpler installation.
There are data and reference signals facilitating communication between the antenna and the antenna control unit. Intellian's innovative design also allows for dual antenna operation without a mediator and advanced remote management via the AptusNX intelligence management platform. It provides higher bandwidth through optional high power BUC configurations.
Looking Ahead with Future-Proof Capabilities
The adaptable design allows for seamless conversion from Ku- to Ka-band by swapping the center-mounted RF assembly using a conversion kit, ensuring readiness for NGSO applications as needed.
Hank Zbierski, Chief Catalyst and Co-Founder of Isotropic Networks, remarked, "The NX Series truly embodies the future-proof capabilities that are going to be so important as we move into a new era of satellite connectivity." He highlighted the NX-Series' versatile design, capable of alternating between frequency bands and satellites to ensure smooth maritime communications.
Partnership with Isotropic
Sam McKee, VP Americas Sales, Intellian, commented on the collaboration, "Our collaboration with Isotropic confirms that the NX-Series is ready to begin delivery of services to users in the maritime sector over the extensive and highly reliable Isotropic network." The deployment of these next-generation antennas will enhance services for passengers, cruise ships, commercial shipping, and the oil and gas sector, supporting both GEO and NGSO constellations, consistent with Intellian's forward-thinking philosophy.
A diverse range of NX antennas, including the v60NX, v85NX, v100NX, v130NX, and v150NX models, is available to ensure consistent, mission-critical maritime communications.
Isotropic, the trusted provider of global Internet services offering unrivaled connectivity, and Intellian, the global pioneer in mobile satellite communication antenna systems, have announced the completion of network acceptance testing on Intellian’s new NX-Series of antennas.
Testing was conducted at Isotropic’s Lake Geneva facility over its Amazonas-2 and Galaxy-28 networks and utilised ST Engineering iDirect’s X7 modem.
The new series of antennas are also compatible with the iQ LTE modem, which is uniquely suited for a range of enterprise voice and data services.
The NX Series
The NX Series offers high-speed data and industry-leading performance
The NX Series offers high-speed data and industry-pioneering performance, further strengthened by exceptionally efficient RF design for use on every vessel type.
The antennas feature an optimised reflector and radome, frequency tuned for both Ku- and Ka-bands, and a single coaxial cable which combines Tx, Rx, and DC power, to simplify installation. The system also features data and reference signals between the antenna and the antenna control unit (ACU).
Intellian’s innovation means that dual antenna operation is achieved without the use of a mediator and enhanced remote management and trouble-shooting capabilities are available via the AptusNX intelligence management platform. Higher bandwidth packages may also be accessed through high power BUC options.
Future-proof capabilities
The antennas are simply converted from Ku- to Ka-band by changing the center-mounted RF assembly
“The NX Series truly embodies the future-proof capabilities that are going to be so important as we move into a new era of satellite connectivity,” said Hank Zbierski, Chief Catalyst and Co-Founder, Isotropic Networks.
“Satellite technology is an essential part of connectivity at sea and these successful tests have validated the inherent flexibility and smart design of the NX Series and its capability to move easily between frequency bands and satellites for seamless maritime communications.”
The antennas are simply converted from Ku- to Ka-band by changing the center-mounted RF assembly and feed using a conversion kit and are all NGSO (non-geostationary satellite orbit)-ready for use when the time is right for the customer.
Intellian’s collaboration with Isotropic
“Our collaboration with Isotropic confirms that the NX-Series is ready to begin delivery of services to users in the maritime sector over the extensive and highly reliable Isotropic network,” explained Sam McKee, VP Americas Sales, Intellian.
“Passengers and cruise ships, commercial shipping, and the oil and gas industry will benefit from the exceptional performance that these next-generation antenna systems bring, with an emphasis on the future and the ability to work with both GEO and NGSO constellations. This is truly in-line with Intellian’s future-proof ethos. We look forward to the delivery of these services over Isotropic’s network.”
A full range of NX antennas is available, including the v60NX, v85NX, v100NX, v130NX, and v150NX to deliver seamless, uninterrupted mission-critical communications at sea.
