Cobham TRACKER2400TT Tactical Tracker 2.4m X/Y antenna

TRACKER 2400 TT - Cobham Satcom Tactical Tracker 2.4m X/Y antenna

Product Overview

The Cobham Satcom Tactical Tracker 2.4m X/Y antenna is designed to enable a new range of services and applications, utilizing GEO, MEO, and LEO satellites. It combines high performance and reliability with ease of installation and use, making it an ideal solution for defense and government applications.

Designed for Flexibility

With Cobham’s unsurpassed pointing accuracy, the Tactical TRACKER is designed to meet RF performance specifications for LEO/MEO/GEO network operations, providing long-term flexibility. Users can quickly switch between satellite orbits and operators.

The Tactical TRACKER 2400 is a compact, modular, and cost-effective user terminal that provides secure, mission-critical data and control links for a growing range of defense and government applications.

Compact and High-Performance

• Toolless assembly time is less than 30 minutes, from initial assembly to satellite acquisition and network readiness.
• The parabolic reflector is manufactured with lightweight, high-performance segmented carbon fiber composite.
• The X-Y servo system provides a full range of motion control, designed for high-duty cycle LEO/MEO satellite tracking, eliminating the keyhole effect.
• Highly customizable to meet various orbit, RF band, and network requirements.

Each antenna is manufactured with Cobham’s proprietary control system, providing expertly engineered tracking algorithms for the most accurate pointing and high data throughput available today.

Unique Features

• Customizable
• Using OpenAMIP v1.17 and OpenBMIP
• User-friendly assembly, operation, disassembly, and pack-up
• Auto trimming & leveling with adjustable legs
• Less than 30-minute total setup & satellite acquisition
• Meets MIL-STD-1472G pack-up two-man lift/carry

Technical Specifications

Mechanical

• Elevation/Cross-Level Drive: Motorized Y over X Positioner
• Polarization: Circular X, Ka, Linear Ku
• Reflector: Segmented 8-Piece Carbon Fiber
• Retrace Speed: ~5 Degrees per Second
• Power Supply: 110/220V 50/60 Hz

Environmental

• Operational Wind Speed: ~30 MPH gusting to ~45 MPH
• Survival Wind Speed: 60 MPH
• Temperature Operational Range: -30° to 60°C
• Temperature Survival Range: -40° to 70°C

RF/Electrical Performance

• Frequencies Supported: Ka, Ku, X Bands
• Polarization Options: RHCP + LHCP, Horizontal & Vertical
• Gain at Mid-Band:
  • Ka-Band: Up to 53.0 dBi
  • Ku-Band: Up to 48.3 dBi
  • X-Band: Up to 41.8 dBi
• Axial Ratio: 1.5
• Cross-Pol Isolation: >22 dB Typical
• Feed Port Isolation: >35 dB
• VSWR: 1.3:1 Typical
• Radiation Pattern Compliance: FCC 25.209, MIL-STD-188-164A
• Power Handling Capability: Up to 500 Watts
• G/T at Mid-Band (40 Degrees): Up to 29.4 dB/K

Control Interface

• Controller embedded into the pedestal
• OpenAMIP 1.17 compatible
• Enhanced GUI for easy setup & operation
• Advanced software for best signal tracking
• Supports GEO, MEO, and LEO tracking
• Supports HTTPS for secure connections
• Supports TLE (Two-Line Element) & ECEF tracking formats

Packaging Details (6 Cases)

• Reflector Case: ~150 lbs
• Leg/Strut Case: ~110 lbs
• Positioner Lower Case: ~99 lbs
• Positioner Upper Case: ~91 lbs
• Pedestal/Controller Case: ~115 lbs
• RF Integration Case: ~80 lbs

Options Available

• Various RF kits available for Ka, Ku, and X Bands upon request
• Portable radomes and custom colors available
• Anchoring kits available
• Spare parts kit available
• Other packaging configurations available upon request