LinkAlign-360MPT-11 — Auto Acquisition Antenna Positioner

Overview

The LinkAlign-360MPT-11 is a Power Over Ethernet (PoE) auto-acquisition antenna positioner manufactured by Nextmove Technologies. It is engineered to automatically point and peak directional antennas for microwave line-of-sight communications using a built-in GPS and digital compass.

Technical Summary

This az-el positioner features 400 degrees of azimuth (+/- 200 degrees) and 180 degrees of elevation (+/- 90 degrees) travel. It supports payloads up to 15 lbs (6.8 kg) and is typically paired with directional antennas approximately 1 foot in diameter. The system is powered entirely via PoE and includes an integrated GPS and digital compass for accurate spatial orientation.

Operational Use Cases

Designed for data link applications, the positioner automates the alignment of microwave line-of-sight communication networks. The web-based user interface includes a stored locations database, allowing operators to recall known target coordinates before performing a final auto-peak routine utilizing radio signal strength.

Deployment Environments

Suitable for fixed site and tactical platforms, the system provides automated alignment in field deployments where rapid and accurate establishment of directional communication links is required.

Performance Metrics

• Azimuth Travel: 400 degrees (+/- 200)
• Elevation Travel: 180 degrees (+/- 90)
• Payload Capacity: Up to 15 lbs (6.8 kg)
• Typical Antenna Size: ~1 ft

Setup & Portability

The unit operates via Power Over Ethernet (PoE), requiring only a single network cable for both power and control to simplify installation. Setup and configuration rely on a full-featured web-based GUI for targeting, database management, and automated peaking routines.

Compatibility

Compatible with microwave directional antennas up to 15 lbs and interfaces with radio equipment to read radio signal strength for the final auto-peak alignment phase.

FAQs

• What is the maximum payload capacity of the positioner? The system supports antenna payloads up to 15 lbs (6.8 kg) and is typically paired with directional antennas measuring approximately 1 foot in size.
• What is the rotational range of this positioner? The unit provides 400 degrees of azimuth travel (+/- 200 degrees) and 180 degrees of elevation travel (+/- 90 degrees) for comprehensive line-of-sight tracking.
• How does the automated alignment function operate? The positioner targets known locations from a stored database using its integrated GPS and digital compass, then performs a final auto-peak alignment using the link's radio signal strength.
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Video Notes

A short demonstration video showing the web-based GUI interface and the physical 400-degree azimuth rotation during an auto-peaking sequence would be highly valuable.