Research Concepts Dual Axis Antenna Controllers RC2500

Dual Axis Antenna Controllers RC2500

Controller for Resolver Based Satellite Antennas

• Automatic Positioning
  • precisely positions antenna with the press of a single key

• User Friendly Interface
  • operator interaction is the same as the Industry Standard RC2000

• Non-volatile Memory
  • stores 38 preset position and polarization combinations

• Dual Speed
  • fast slewing, fine positioning

• Inclined-Orbit Tracking
  • Step Track, Memory & Search modes supported

• Solid-State Control Circuitry
  • 5KV-rated opto-isolation, operates with many outdoor boxes

• Intelli-Search
  • eliminates problems associated with traditional searches
  • search mode may be overridden for transmit applications

• Easy to Read Super-twisted nematic LCD
  • simultaneously displays Az, El and Pol Angles, Received Signal Strength, as well as current Satellite Name and Longitude

• Continuous Antenna Status Monitoring
  • motion limits, drive error, maintenance, emergency stop and runaway conditions

• Multi-Band Operation
  • supports Ku, C and L-band satellites

• Optional RS-422 PC Control Interface
  • automated control with many popular packages

• High-Resolution Resolver Interface
  • ensures accurate Ku-band positioning

• Software Controlled Offsets
  • allows for easy resolver setup

• Designed for Future Expansion
  • designed-in ports for potentiometer-based feed control, RF power measurement circuits, TTL- compatible Digital input, form-C relay output