Satellite Communications
Critical Solutions
Stay Connected
with Airbus Defense and Space
Government Solutions
KEEPING YOU
CONNECTED
Airbus Defense and Space Government Solutions (Airbus DS-GS) has been recognized as a leader in providing
secure satcom network solutions for governmental and military customers. Based on its wide portfolio of components,
terminals, modems, network management solutions, communication services and engineering capabilities, Airbus
DS-GS is able to provide the responsiveness, clarity of
operations and cost effectiveness required for unique satcom
solutions that meet each customers mission requirements.
Airbus DS-GS has a significant proven record in successfully delivering mission critical communications solutions to military environments; from expeditionary in-theater
communications to robust emergency services and disaster
recovery that have saved equipment and lives.
Based on over 30 years of experience in the satellite
communications market, the team at Airbus DS-GS has
perfected requirements analysis, system design, turnkey
delivery and logistic support of satcom systems for governmental and military customers.
The Airbus DS-GS portfolio for governmental and military
customers includes:
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Satellite Systems
Custom Systems Integration
Satellite Networks
Engineering & Support Services
Military X-band Communication Services
S ATELLITE SYSTEMS
SATELLITE SYSTEMS
Airbus Defense and Space Government Solutions offers a wide range of military mobile and transportable satellite ground terminals in quad-band (C, X, Ku, Ka) configurations. They are designed for
rapid set-up and operation under harsh environmental conditions, and are available in multiple configurations, from trailer or vehicle-mounted to flyaway or man-pack solutions.
Airbus DS-GS has installed fixed ground terminals around the globe for a multitude of applications.
These “anchor stations” normally serve as the hub of wide area satcom networks and are used
as teleports for various services such as voice, video, data, fax or multimedia applications. Successful installations have been completed in all frequency bands (C, X, Ku, Ka) and antenna
diameters up to 16 meters.
We design all of our satellite systems to be highly reliable & rugged.
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RANGER TERMINALS
CONSISTENTLY DELIVERING
HIGH QUALITY REMOTE FIELD
COMMUNICATIONS
POWERFUL & RELIABLE COMMUNICATIONS
Ranger terminals are the industry leader in EIRP signal
strength and are world renowned for their exceptional
reliability. Maximize your mission’s success rate by keeping your team connected with a Ranger system.
DURABLE & LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN
Ranger terminals incorporate light and durable components
to ensure a high level of mobility and product longevity. The
reflector is made from a carbon fiber composite and features
integrated machined fasteners to ensure protection from
even the most extreme environments.
wgs
certified
CUSTOMIZABLE PACK
OUT CONFIGURATIONS
TO MEET YOUR MISSION
REQUIREMENTS
FIELD INTERCHANGEABLE FEED BOOMS
Rangers feature a modular feed boom design that incorporates all of the RF components for C, X, Ku and Kabands. Operators can swap between bands in seconds
and are able to interchange feed booms between multiple
antenna sizes saving you space, time and money.
BENEFITS
• Quick Time To Air
• Flexible Fleet Configuration
• Dependable Performance
• Mission Success For Every User
• Expeditionary
MOTORIZED & NON-MOTORIZED SOLUTIONS
The reliable motorized configuration incorporates an antenna control unit that offers a one button deploy, locate,
peak and an inclined orbit tracking system. The non-motorized configuration further improves system reliability
and has an optional pointing assistant.
QUICK & EASY OPERATION
Ranger terminals are quick and easy to operate so your
team can stay focused on their mission, not on their communications equipment. In fact, for most configurations a
single operator can setup and establish network access
in less than ten minutes.
Case Terminal
Feed Booms
Ku
STRENGTHS
• Industry Leading EIRP
• 10 Minute Tool-less Assembly
• Integrated Feed Boom for Each Band
• MIL-STD-188-164A Compliant
• Consistent Reliable Performance
X
Ka
OPTIONS
• WGS, DSCS, and SKYNET
• Global Xpress™ Interoperable
• Camouflage Reflector
• IATA Compliant Cases
• Inflatable Radome
RANGER is the most robust and versatile fly away
terminal we have tested; it is also the lowest cost.
- Government DoD Engineer
We make establishing a connection
effortless. Operators just follow the
on screen arrows to locate the satellite. It is just that easy.
CUSTOMIZABLE FOR ANY MISSION
The modularity of the Ranger system allows for a high
level of customization to fit your missions requirements.
The customizable packaging can be setup for minimum
weight deployments, minimum amount of cases or anywhere in-between.
RANGER 1000 (1m)
2 Cases
RANGER 1200 (1.2m)
2 Cases
RANGER 1500 (1.5m)
2-3 Cases
RANGER 1800 (1.8m)
3-4 Cases
RANGER 2000 (2m)
4-5 Cases
RANGER 2400 (2.4m)
6 Cases
CUSTOMIZ ATION
CUSTOM SYSTEMS
INTEGRATION
Whether in the context of systems or networks, we take pride in our ability to tailor
unique, state-of-the-art solutions. When customer or market requirements and expectations cannot be met by available commercial off-the-shelf offerings, Airbus Defense and
Space Government Solutions designs, develops and markets subsystems and satcom
solutions to meet exact customer requirements. As a result of going this extra mile our
product offering is constantly expanding.
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S ATELLITE NE T WORKS
SATELLITE
NETWORKS
Government and military customers require reliable and secure satcom connectivity.
Airbus Defense and Space Government Solutions specializes in delivering unique satellite
networks to meet those requirements. Our satellite network solutions are tailor made for
star, multi-star, hybrid and full mesh applications.
Airbus DS-GS network designs are a proven solution for:
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Secure Private Networks
Satcom-on-the-Move
Air Traffic Control
Contribution / Aggregation Networks
Rooftop to Rooftop Applications
HD Video & Voice Applications
Full Mesh
Multi-Star
Star
Hybrid
FULL MESH
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SERV ICES
ENGINEERING &
SUPPORT SERVICES
Airbus Defense and Space Government Solutions design
engineers have access to custom-developed proprietary
tools and laboratories that allow them to design and
deliver satcom systems punctually and efficiently. Our
satellite network designs take into account the end-user’s traffic and connectivity requirements and considers
aspects such as link budget and required network capacity, performance and traffic flows. Our network designs
can be catered towards special customer-furnished
equipment or individual application requirements when
required.
Airbus DS-GS customer support organization offers
comprehensive on-site or in-factory problem resolution to
keep our customers’ satellite communication and control
systems running smoothly. Our Field Service Unit consists of a 24-hour year-round support network of service
engineers and a spare-parts depot fully equipped according to client-specific requirements. Special features
of our field service include:
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Airbus DS-GS global on-site professionals install and
commission new systems or integrate new equipment
into existing systems. We stress a single point-of-contact
approach, taking responsibility for end-to-end product
installation as well as enhanced installation requirements.
24/7
365 DAY
SUPPORT
Airbus DS-GS provides around the
clock support to ensure your team
stays connected.
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Field Service technicians on call around the clock,
365 days a year
Guaranteed response times, as required for minimum
system downtime
Scheduled preventative maintenance programs
Full-coverage spares concept
Comprehensively trained experts
Support and knowledge of our R&D experts
Training is a critical element of Airbus DS-GS customer
service portfolio. We have a `professional training organization offering a wide range of courses that spans our
entire product portfolio. Courses can be delivered as a
customer-dedicated-event at our facilities or at the customer’s
location. Airbus DS-GS will personalize training courses to
meet customer-specific needs and delivery preferences.
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X-BA ND
MILITARY X-BAND
COMMUNICATION SERVICES
Airbus Defense and Space Government Solutions offers military X-band communication services via the company’s Skynet 5 X-band satellites, the world’s most powerful commercially controlled military X-band satellites launched to date. The
Skynet 5 constellation is built to support the most challenging missions and is hardened for demanding NATO standards
with MAC-1 compliant teleports. Designed specifically to support smaller tactical terminals the Skynet 5 X-band service is
ideally suited for critical military operations in harsh and remote locations. All Skynet 5 satellites offer unprecedented levels
of payload and coverage flexibility, providing high power X-band communications exactly where they are needed most.
UHF services on Skynet 5 are ideal for military and government users who are on the tactical edge in remote locations and
require mobile, simple to use, voice and data connectivity. All channels provide dedicated TACSAT, DAMA and IW services.
SKYNET 5 UHF channels are fully coordinated with NATO standards to ensure usability and interoperability.`
Why Choose X-band from Airbus
Defense and Space Government Solutions?
Skynet 5 X-band Satellite Coverage
Stay Connected in Remote Locations with Skynet 5 X-band
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World’s first and largest commercial operator of hardened and protected X-band satellites compliant to
NATO STANAG interoperability standards.
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Access to 8 Skynet satellites - The world’s most
powerful, commercially owned X-band satellites.
Additional access to X-band transponders on Telesat’s Anik G1.
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Skynet 5’s flexible global and steerable spot beams
can be quickly repositioned to provide high power
coverage where the user requires it.
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Skynet 5’s multi-beam switching capability delivers
shaped and high gain footprints, optimizing a highly
concentrated link for maximizing the data to small terminals and blocking out sources of interference.
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Uniquely designed to specifically support COTM
(comms-on-the-move) operations, making it the best
choice naval and airborne platforms. Skynet 5 is also
capable of providing secure data links to submarine
vessels and currently performs these operations successfully for users.
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Airbus DS Government Solutions, Inc.
Communication, Intelligence & Security
3801 E. Plano Parkway, Suite 200
Plano, TX 75074 USA
T +1 214 231 3400
F +1 214 231 3399
[email protected]
www.airbus-ds-gs.com