RFI-EUI Merger with IRG Brings Greater Focus to Carrier ID Initiative
Two frontrunner organizations in interference mitigation — the Radio Frequency Interference End User Initiative (RFI-EUI) and the Satellite Interference Reduction Group (IRG) — have decided to join forces in order to better meet mutual goals. Under this new arrangement, the RFI-EUI will operate under IRG and will be… READ MORE »
Liberty Global to Acquire Ziggo
Liberty Global has reached an agreement with Ziggo to acquire the company for approximately $13.7 billion. The combined venture will reach 7 million Dutch homes, providing approximately 10 million video, broadband Internet and telephony services to more than 4 million unique customers. “This transaction… READ MORE »
NASA, JAXA Announce Launch Date for GPM Weather Satellite
NASA’s new Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) Core Observatory, a joint project with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), is scheduled to launch Feb. 27. As the first coordinated international satellite, the GPM will provide near real-time observations on all types of precipitation. Data form the GPM… READ MORE »
CPI Announces MCL Move
Communications & Power Industries (CPI) will be moving the former-MCL facilities to Lisle, Ill. At the new location, CPI will create a full-capability service center to provide repairs and technical support for MCL amplifiers. The new facility, named CPI Satcom Chicago Operations, will also support CPI Satcom’s design… READ MORE »
The February issue of Via Satellite magazine is here! This month, we relive the much anticipated and dramatic SES 8 launch, the first commercial satellite launch by SpaceX. We also go through what it takes for the satellite industry to win the spectrum battle at the upcoming WRC-15, and get an overview of India's regulatory obstacles for satellite and what needs to be done in order to overcome them. Plus, as a digital exclusive, we bring you the Satellite Executive of the Year nominees! Find out who are the four runners to the most prestigious award in the satellite industry. Read it now!
Comtech PST Releases New Power Amplifier Module
Comtech PST has released a new Gallium Nitride (GaN) amplifier for applications in the X-Band market. With an AB linear design, the amplifier operates over the 8.5-10 GHz frequency range. Design features include RF Input and output sample detectors, thermal and load VSWR protection, and options to… READ MORE »
Dune HD Selects Broadcom SoC for its Next STB Deployment
Dune HD has selected Broadcom Corporation’s BCM7356 satellite system-on-a-chip (SoC) for its next generation set-top box (STB) deployments. The SoC will allow Dune HD to deliver seamless multi-room DVR viewing with reduced cost and power requirements. "As home subscribers around the world continue to consume more HD content… READ MORE »
