Global Express Service; Service Activation - COBHAM EXPLORER 7100GX Installation And User Manual

EXPLORER 7100GX system
The antenna provides a stable RF link and the modem provides IP services on the RF link.
The IP services are provided via a switch in the antenna subsystem, which is controlled by
the GX modem. Status information from the GX modem is provided via the ACU. The GX
modem can be monitored and software upgraded from the earth station via the GX
modem.
2.1.2

Global Express service

The EXPLORER 7100GX is a unique GX antenna system operating in the K/Ka-band (19.2 to
30 GHz). It is used with the Global Xpress service from Inmarsat, delivering consistent high-
performance download speeds of up to 50 Mbps and 5 Mbps over the uplink. The following
figure shows the coverage map of the GX service at global service introduction.
a. Source: www.inmarsatgov.com
2.1.3

Service activation

The EXPLORER 7100GX should be activated from the start. If there are problems with the
GX service contact your service provider for activation.
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Figure 2-2: GX coverage map
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