Kratos NGC Indoor Unit (IDU)

The Kratos NGC Antenna Control System is an advanced level
antenna control system intended for applications with demanding tracking requirements, complex geometries, and dynamic conditions.
The NGC Antenna Control System offers precise, user-friendly
control over the basic motorization kits for Kratos antennas with sizes 2.4 meters and up.
The NGC-IDU features a SmarTrack® predictive tracking mode that utilizes a patented Three-Point Peak Algorithm that saveswear on the antenna motors and jacks.
The NGC IDU provides convenient features such as
straightforward color graphics, LCD touch screen interface, and a number of powerful remote control software protocol options, the NGC Antenna Control System is an ideal solution for medium- to large- sized earth stations requiring complex pointing and tracking functions.

DESIGN FEATURES

• Graphical User Interface – Common shared interface
design between controller, handheld, remote software
package. Enables ease of use, reduced training, and
advanced graphical operations & diagnostics.
• Open, Standards Based Platform – Non-proprietary
hardware and software design based on proven and reliable
technology. User customizable open source license User
Interface.
• Connectivity & Control – Full complement of hardware
interfaces for legacy and next generation technologies
providing flexible accessibility for system networking,
monitoring, control and maintenance.
• Flexible Modular Upgrade Architecture – Designed for
field upgradable drop-in flexibility of hardware and software
enhancements for expanded functionality.
• Fiber Optic Interfacility Link – For secure and reliable
communications, and protection against lightning, interference
and transient voltage.