LinkAlign-360VPR-21 — Auto Acquisition Antenna Positioner

Overview

The LinkAlign-360VPR-21 is a Power Over Ethernet (PoE) antenna positioner engineered to automatically point and peak directional antennas. It integrates a built-in GPS and digital compass to facilitate rapid and accurate acquisition for microwave, millimeter wave, and satellite communications.

Technical Summary

• Payload Capacity: 50 lbs (22.7 kg)
• Azimuth Travel: 440° (+/-220°)
• Elevation Travel: 190° (+/-95°)
• Resolution: 0.1° standard (0.01° with encoder options)
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) with Extended Temperature Option
• Power: Power Over Ethernet (PoE)

Operational Use Cases

This positioner supports automated pointing and peaking for microwave line-of-sight data links and satellite communications. It enables rapid establishment of secure communication networks by maintaining precise alignment for directional antennas.

Deployment Environments

Designed for both fixed site and tactical deployments. With the extended temperature option, the positioner operates reliably in extreme conditions ranging from -40°C to 60°C.

Performance Metrics

• Resolution Accuracy: Achieves 0.1° standard pointing resolution, with optional encoders providing up to 0.01° feedback precision.
• Range of Motion: Delivers full 360° continuous-equivalent coverage via 440° azimuth and +/-95° elevation travel.

Setup & Portability

Setup is managed through a full-featured web-based user interface. Operators can recall known target locations from a stored database, utilizing the built-in GPS and digital compass before executing a final auto-peak sequence based on radio signal strength.

Compatibility

Typically paired with directional antennas up to 2 feet in diameter and payloads weighing up to 50 lbs. Operates on standard Power Over Ethernet (PoE) infrastructure.

FAQs

• What payload capacity does this positioner support? It accommodates communication payloads up to 50 lbs (22.7 kg) and is typically paired with directional antennas up to 2 feet in diameter.
• How is the antenna alignment optimized? Initial pointing utilizes a built-in GPS and digital compass. A final auto-peak sequence then maximizes alignment using the received radio signal strength.
• Why use directional antennas for tactical operations? Directional antennas limit signal exposure to unintended receivers, enhancing communication security compared to omnidirectional broadcasts. They require precise mechanical pointing to maintain reliable data links.
• 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).

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