Press Release: June 30, 2000
Finally, you can relocate your VSAT stations in minutes by one person, rather than in hours.
Mobile Telesystems, Inc. (MTI) is pleased to introduce its Ku Band 1.2 Meter Collapsible Antenna. Based on its past 12 years experience in supplying more than 3000 collapsible antennas for Inmarsat land mobile terminals worldwide, MTI has upgraded its 1.2 meter collapsible antenna in L band for Ku band applications.
The antenna for one way receiving applications is available now, and the antenna for two way transmitting and receiving applications will be available in the fourth quarter 2000.
One of the restrictions of using VSAT in emergency situations is how quickly the antenna can be transported and then installed. With the MTI 1.2-meter Ku band collapsible antenna, one person can easily carry the 21-lb. antenna including tripod and install in less than 5 minutes. (The antenna is only weighted 13 lb. without tripod) This antenna will allow your VSAT systems to become mobile and tactical.
The fact sheet is attached as follows.
