Mil-Aero 6 GHz Link: ViaLite's answer to Japan's demanding satcom needs

Mil-Aero 6 GHz Link: ViaLite's answer to Japan's demanding satcom needs
by Sophie Jenkins
London, UK (SPX) Aug 17, 2023

Tokyo's satellite communication industry has seen the recent introduction of ViaLite's Mil-Aero 6 GHz Link Pair, an advanced piece of technology designed to meet high-grade requirements for C-band RF over fiber operation. This innovative solution not only achieves market-leading operations within this range but also extends its capabilities to cover other well-known Satcom bands ranging from 10 MHz to 6 GHz.

A Tokyo-based telecommunications manufacturer, new to ViaLite's clientele, expressed commendation for the link's exemplary stability, especially when operating over C-band frequencies. The recognition doesn't come as a surprise, given the unique characteristics the link promises.

Given its design, the Mil-Aero Link Pair is not just a tool for standard satellite communication. Its functionalities are molded to fit high-demand applications tailored for different branches of the military. This includes the Air Force, Navy, and Army, offering them advanced solutions for applications such as Telemetry Tracking and Control Systems (TT&C), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) deployments, and UAV and Drone operations. This range of applications further extends to Tethered Aerostat and Multi-Service Electronic Warfare (EW) systems.

John Meyers, ViaLite's Sales Manager for the Asia Pacific region, shed light on the product's reception in the market. "Feedback from our users worldwide consistently shows our Mil-Aero Link Pair to be setting a new design standard of higher electrical performance and mechanical integrity, along with superior quality and reliability," he remarked.

One of the standout features of the link is its Spurious Free Dynamic Range (SFDR) performance. This makes it particularly suitable for applications requiring high bandwidth or those that have varying RF signal strengths. Add to this the capability to operate over considerable distances, spanning up to 50 km, and the product becomes even more remarkable. Its efficiency is further amplified by its low noise figure (NF), optional gain, and the 1 dB compression points (CP) it possesses.

Moreover, for businesses and organizations that demand flexibility in design and deployment, the Mil-Aero 6 GHz Link Pair doesn't disappoint. The link presents a suite of design options that come in standard gain, high gain/low noise figure, and high output power configurations.

Adjustments in-field for signal optimization are effortless. Deployment versatility is another feature, with the link available in a rack card form factor, including both 1U and 3U chassis. For those seeking more compact solutions, ViaLite also offers smaller standalone modules apt for both indoor and outdoor scenarios.

In an ever-evolving telecommunications landscape, particularly in a technologically forward nation like Japan, ViaLite's recent offering seems well-poised to cater to a spectrum of satellite communication needs.