Advantech Wireless Releases New Satellite Modulator for Broadcast Applications

Montreal, Canada, February 26, 2015 – Advantech Wireless a global trusted leader for wireless broadband communications solutions for Commercial, Critical Infrastructure & Government and Military clients announced today the release of its new Satellite Modulator SBM75X, high data rate, for broadcast applications.

The new SBM75x modulator series from Advantech Wireless, is fully compliant with the new DVB-SX standard. With data rates up to 75 Msps, and low Roll-Off Factor of 5%, it can cover a full 72 MHz transponder with maximum bandwidth efficiency.

Designed for the broadcast industry, the Advantech Wireless’ SBM75X Satellite Modulator accepts IP traffic, or it can multiplex up to 8xASI independent streams into one single 75 MHz carrier.  Combined with Advantech Wireless Series of SapphireBluTM  UltraLinearTM GaN technology based SSPAs/SSPBs, these new modulators can occupy a full transponder with one carrier and operate it in saturation, for the most efficient use of satellite resources.

“The key driver for our innovations is to deliver best performance to achieve the best ROI in the market,” stated Cristi Damian, VP Business development at Advantech Wireless. “The new SBM75X is ideally positioned to operate on the new generation of HTS satellites, due to its advanced capabilities and high data rate.”

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