Model GMA-100QB - Communications & Power Industries

Model GMA-100QB
Quad Band On-The-Move Antenna
Features:
• Quad Band (L, S, C, and Ku)
• Bi-Directional in All Bands
• RSSI for Rapid Signal Location and Acquisition
• Built-In RF Electronics
• Churchville B Capable Ground OTM
• Self-Contained Automatic Heading Reference Sensor (AHRS)
• 2-Axis Directional High Gain Antenna and Omnidirectional Antenna
• Serial and Ethernet Command Interfaces
The GMA-100QB antenna system provides on-the-move
(OTM) line of sight (LOS) bi-directional communications
capability for ground vehicles to link to UAVs in L, S, C, and
Ku-bands. Capable of Churchville B OTM performance, the
GMA-100QB is equipped with high performance motors/
drives on both axes to easily handle the high dynamic loads,
and is stabilized by internal AHRS, allowing full independence
from vehicle data. The receiver with built in Received Signal
Strength Indicator (RSSI) allows the antenna to rapidly scan
the sky for all available signals and quickly point to the
desired airborne asset, eliminating the delay of external
Model GMA-100QB
Quad Band On-The-Move Antenna
modem decoding of the signal. Embedded amplifiers on
transmit/receive at all bands allow a full communications
system with only the addition of external DC power and
a modem.
The GMA-100QB includes both a compact multiband high
gain directional antenna array, enabling long range LOS
datalinks, and a broadband omnidirectional antenna for
close-in/overhead communications. Frequency band and
antenna selection is electronically commanded.
Model GMA-100QB - Quad Band On-The-Move Antenna
Specifications*
KEY PERFORMANCE VALUES WITH STANDARD HARDWARE COMPLEMENT
L/S-band
C-band
Ku-band
RF/Electrical Parameters
14.4 - 15.35 GHz
1.6 - 2.5 GHz
4.4 - 5.85 GHz
Frequency Range
25 dBi
7-9 dBi
12 dBi
Gain (Typical)
6°
50°
15°
Beamwidth - Azimuth
10°
70°
64°
Beamwidth - Elevation
2 dB
N/A
N/A
Axial Ratio
RHCP
Linear
Linear
Polarization
Mechanical Parameters
Positioner Type
Velocity
Acceleration
Azimuth Positioning Range
Elevation Positioning Range
Pointing Accuracy
Weight
Size
Direct Drive; Brushless DC Motor
250°/sec
500°/sec2
0° to 360°, continuous rotation
-9° to 89°
<0.25°
30 lbs.
13.3” Diameter x 14.5” Height
Electrical Parameters
RF Connectors
Control Interface Connector
Control Interface
Operating Voltage
Transmit Power
Power Consumption (RX/TX)
1 TX Type N; 1 RX Type N: Others Available
GlenAir 801 Series, 19 pin
RS-422, Ethernet Optional
28 VDC; optional 12 VDC
Up to 3W CW each band
30 Watts / 60 Watts at room temperature
Environmental Parameters
Temperature - Operating
Vibration
Radome
-30°C to +55°C
MIL-STD-810G, Figure 514.6C-3
Yes
Options
Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) Capability
* Specifications are subject to change.
Model GMA-100QB
Quad Band On-The-Move Antenna
CPI Malibu Division • 3760-A Calle Tecate, Camarillo, CA 93012-5060 • Tel: (805) 383-1829 • Fax: (805) 383-1859 • www.cpii.com/malibu