LinkAlign-360RPT-20 — Auto Acquisition Antenna Positioner

Overview

The LinkAlign-360RPT-20 is a Power Over Ethernet (PoE) antenna positioner designed for microwave line-of-sight communications. Featuring automated pointing and peaking capabilities, this system includes a built-in GPS and digital compass to facilitate rapid and highly accurate directional antenna alignment.

Technical Summary

• Payload Capacity: Up to 90 lbs (40.8 kg)
• Azimuth Range: 360 degrees
• Elevation Range: +/- 10 degrees
• Power: Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
• Sensors: Built-in GPS and digital compass

Operational Use Cases

• Establishing microwave line-of-sight communications
• Automatically pointing and peaking directional antennas
• Recalling known targets using a stored locations database
• Executing final auto-peak adjustments via radio signal strength

Deployment Environments

Suitable for installations requiring precise, automated antenna alignment. Deployment versatility can be expanded using optional tripods, tabletop mounts, and transit cases.

Performance Metrics

• Maximum Payload: 90 lbs (40.8 kg)
• Azimuth Travel: Full 360 degrees
• Elevation Travel: +/- 10 degrees

Setup & Portability

Powered via PoE, the positioner integrates a full-featured web-based user interface for streamlined configuration and target recall. Transport and physical setup can be managed using optional transit cases, joysticks, and mounting hardware.

Compatibility

Typically paired with 2-to-3-foot directional microwave antennas. The system is compatible with optional radio/antenna adapter brackets and polarization rotators to support various RF payload configurations.

FAQs

• What size antenna can be used with this positioner? It is typically paired with 2-to-3-foot directional antennas and supports a maximum payload capacity of 90 lbs (40.8 kg). Verify specific adapter bracket dimensions against the manufacturer datasheet.
• How does an auto-acquisition positioner establish a link? Auto-acquisition systems utilize embedded controllers and navigation sensors, such as GPS and compasses, to locate the target. They then use closed-loop tracking based on radio signal strength to peak and maintain the connection.
• How is the positioner configured during installation? Operators configure the system through a full-featured web-based interface. This allows for the storage and recall of known target locations and management of auto-peaking functions over a Power Over Ethernet (PoE) connection.
• Problems we solve: where do we start with incomplete requirements? An incomplete specification can make product selection difficult. Start by sharing the task, operating environment and known constraints with Cyntony so the team can help define what to verify and which options are worth discussing (Our process).
• Outcomes we deliver: what comes from working through the requirements? The practical outcome is a requirements-led set of product options to evaluate with Cyntony. Confirm performance, compatibility and any service scope for your configuration before selection (Our process).

Video Notes

A video demonstrating the web-based user interface, stored location recall process, and the physical auto-peaking movement of the positioner would be beneficial.