Paradigm CONNECT 100T 98cm Transportable Ka-Band Terminal

Paradigm  offer  a  combination  of  straightforward  setup  and  optimum  performance  with  the  CONNECT100T terminal.  This transportable 98cm terminal combined with the ruggedised Outdoor PIM (Paradigm Interface Module) provides portable communication services utilising high-throughput Ka-Band satellite constellations.  It is designed for high data rate throughput requirements with quick and easy tripod deployment.

Terminal Overview

The CONNECT100T is a quick deploy and cost-effective  terminal  providing  simple  setup  and  straightforward acquisition.  Complete with the robust Paradigm Tri-Mount, the CONNECT100T is  fully  portable  and  will  have  you  pointed  and  on the air in less than 20 minutes.  The  PIM  (Paradigm  Interface  Module)  is    an  innovative   and   versatile   terminal   controller   which    has    been    specially    developed    to    withstand  extreme  environmental  conditions.  It  hosts  the  modem  of  choice  and  provides  onboard   monitor   and   control   to   managed   terminal components.This   simple   and   intuitive   deployment/setup   method  provides  a  fast  and  straightforward  method of satellite acquisition, without the extra bulk of motors and controllers or the need for a spectrum analyser.To     increase     flexibility     and     adaptability,     Paradigm can offer alternative interface options to  the  standard  100BaseT,  including  fiber  and  wireless solutions.  Cable options to suit specific installation environments can also be provided.Installation guide, operators manual and tool kit are  supplied.    The  entire  system  is  supplied  in  three transit cases for safe shipment and ease of deployment

Features

• 98cm Antenna with Feed

• Quick Deployment

• El/Az Antenna Mount

• 5W Transceiver / BUC & LNB

• Integrated PIM Baseband

• Full Ka-Band Capability

• Paradigm Tri-Mount

• Installation Guide, Operators Manual and Tool Kit

• Supplied in Three Transit Cases

Reflector

Reflector 98cm - One Piece, Steel

Optics One - One Piece Offset Feed Prime Focus

Focus – Custom Circular

Mast pipe Interface – 60mm (2.38”) Diameter (Std.)

Mount Geometry - Elevation over Azimuth

Mechanical

Azimuth Adjustment - Fine 360° Continuous; ±3° Adjustment

Elevation Adjustment – Fine 5° to 90° Continuous

Polarization - RHCP/LHCP, Manual Change

Packaged Weight - 32kgs per case approx.

Tripod Weight - 10kg approx.

Tripod Mast Pipe Interface - 60mm (2.38”) Diameter (Std.)

Antenna Performance

Frequency Range (GHz)

- Tx: 29 - 30GHz; 30 - 31GHz (optional); Rx:19.2 - 20.2GHz; 20.2 - 21.2GHz (optional)

Polarisation                                        Circular, RH or LH

Gain1 (±0.3 dB)                                 Tx: 46.8dBi @ 29.75GHz; Rx: 43.8dBi @ 19.70GHz

3dB Beamwidth                                  Tx: 0.7° @ 29.75GHz; Rx: 1.1° @ 19.70GHz

Sidelobe Envelope                            (tx, Co-Pol dBi)

100 λ/D < θ < 20°                               29-25 log θ dBi

20° < θ < 26.3°                                  3.5 dBi

26.3° < θ < 48°                                  32-25 log θ dBi

48° < θ < 180°                                   10 dBi (typical)

Antenna Cross-Pol                               Rx: 22dB (within 1dB b/w

Antenna Noise Temperature                 @ 30° EL 62°K max

VSWR                                                1.3:1 max

Ordering Information

CONNECT100T Terminal

Options

CONNECT70 Antenna

PIM with POE and DC Power options

Customised and Compatible Fiber and Wireless Solutions available on request

Custom Cable Lengths and Types available on request

Cooling and De-Icing Systems available on request

Paradigm Tri-Mount Options

Stabilising Weights

Sand Pads

Anchor Kit

Transceiver Performance

Polarisation                            Embedded

Tx P1dB                                 > 5 watt

Frequency Band                    Tx: 29.0 - 30.0GHz 30 - 31 GHz (optional) Rx:19.2 - 20.2GHz 20.2 - 21.2GHz (optional)

LO                                           Tx: 28.05GHz Rx: 18.25GHz

LO Ref System,                                 ext Tx: 50MHz Rx: ±3ppm int. and 10MHz ext., auto

Conversion Gain                   Tx: 54 - 62 dB Rx: 55 - 65 dB

DC Power                               Tx: 18 - 51 V over M&C Rx: over IF

Connector                              Tx: 50 Ohm N-type Rx: 50 Ohm N-type

Rx NF @ 25 C at feed                       < 1.7 dB

Environmental

Ambient Operating Temperature

Antenna                       -50°C to +80°C

PIM                             -25°C to +55°C

Operating Humidity

PIM                 0 to 95% (Condensing)

Ingress Protection

PIM IP65

TXVR (BUC/LNB) IP65