Saturn Mm provides access to the international telephone, fax and data networks. Calls can be controlled by access codes and routing through selected Land Earth Stations. Traffic Logging is a standard feature.
The Saturn Bm consists of only two units, the Above Deck Unit and the Main Control Unit connected by a single coaxial cable. The small lightweight ADU comprises a stabilisied antenna and the RF equipment. The standard handset with built-display is used for dialling and short number editing as well as signal strength read-out, system control and diagnosis.
Technical Specifications
Services
Voice 4.8 kb/s voice coding Fax Group 3 at 2.4 kb/s Data (option) 2.4kb/s
System specifications
Tx Frequency 1626.5 - 1646.5 MHz EIRP 27/21 dBW
Rx Frequency 1525.0 - 1545.0 MHz Channel Spacing 10 kHz
G/T -10 dB/K
Antenna
Active Stabilised Standard supply fluxgate compass, also supports synchronous and step by step gyros.
Physical Characteristics
Antenna Unit
Size H: 680cm, D: 558cm
Weight 22 kg
MountingFlange:Below Deck
Unit Size: 310x236x70mm
Weight 4 kg
Mounting: Special bracket
Environmental Conditions
Above Deck Equipment(ADE)
Temperature -25 oC to +55 oC Rain 100mm/hour
Wind Up to 100 knots average
Below Decks Unit
Temperature -25 oC to +55 oC Humidity 95% at 40 oC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
Radiated:EN 55022 class B
Conducted :EC 801
Interfaces
Ext. tel/fax outlets
5 RJ 11, 2-wire with echo cancelling and touch-tone dialling
Fax:CCITT G3 at 2400 bps
Data:D-sub, 25-pin fem., 2400 bps, RS-232, Hayes compatible
PC:D-sub, 9-pin fem., RS 232
Printer:D-sub, 9-pin fem., RS 232
Gyro Synchro, step-by-step (Basic system incorporates built-in fluxgate compass)
Navigator NMEA 0183
Power Supply 10 - 34 VDC (90 - 76 VAC optional)
Power Consumption 75 W receive, 180 W transmit (total)
