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SAT-1 MK-II training system provides an in-depth look at basic satellite communications terminology and concepts. The system provides practical training for technicians and engineers in the fundamentals of satellite reception systems.

The SAT-1 MK-II introduces the student to theory and applications of satellite receivers. It reveals many aspects of the orbit and satellite theory; hardware; design; adjustments; engineering and operations of satellite television reception systems. A comprehensive student theory and experiment manual details clearly all relevant aspects and experiment procedure.

Course Description

The SAT-1 MK-II training system provides the basic principles and an in-depth demonstration of the concepts used in a satellite television reception system.

The SAT-1 MK-II is designed as a self-contained, satellite television reception system and incorporates all elements necessary to perform the recommended experiments. The training system contains in addition to the main components of the reception system, a set of measuring instruments and accessories required for the accomplishment of all activities in the course of training.

Recommended experiments

The training system contains in addition to the main components of the reception system, a set of measuring instruments and accessories required for the accomplishment of Experiments

• Structure and Operation of Satellite TV Reception System
• Set up receiver channels Carrier to Noise (C/N), Digital Channel Power (DCP) and AGC measurements
• Bit Error Rate (BER) and Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR) measurements is a Digital Channel
• Satellite Transmission - Channels Bandwidth, Transponders
• Satellites Link Budgets – Measurements and Calculations
• Video Signals in the Reception system

Main Satellite Components

• Analog/Digital Positioner
• Receiver
• Antenna with 2.7 meter diameter, complete with all associated components
• LNB for Ku wide band and C band

Measuring Instruments

• Field Strength Meter (950-2150MHz)
• 60MHz Dual Trace Oscilloscope
• DMM 3 ? Digits

Accessories

• Television set with
• Multisystem characteristics

Manual

The SAT-1 MK-II is supplied with a well-organized and readily comprehensive manual containing theory and experiments. The manual incorporates the most up-to-date material prepared by experts in the fields of satellite communications and education.