News

Paradise Unveils Indoor RF Converters
30 October 2009

Paradise Datacom announced the release of their complete line of indoor rack-mount block converters (RBC). Packaged in a standard 19” EIA rack mount chassis, the converter is configurable to accommodate C, X and Ku-band RF modules. The chassis design allows RF modules to be removed and replaced from the rear panel without the need to interrupt chassis power.

Indoor (1RU) Dual Converter

Since one common chassis supports all frequency bands, it can be fitted with any combination of RF modules, which includes mixing up-converters and down-converters. The on-board software will sense and determine the frequency and type of module automatically. In addition, internal redundancy logic allows each chassis to be operated in single, dual or 1:1 redundant modes.
The Up-converter translates an L-band input signal anywhere within the range of 950-2050 MHz to a C, X or Ku-band output frequency depending on which module is installed. Conversely, the Down-converter translates a C, X or Ku-band input signal to an output frequency in the range of 950 to 2050 MHz.
The converter architecture is based upon Paradise Datacom’s highly successful zBUC L-band RF converter module used throughout our line of Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPA). The high-stability on-board oscillator is referenced to an internal 10 MHz source or will accept external 5 and 10 MHz sources.
Remote control and monitoring is available via the rear panel parallel I/O, serial I/O or Ethernet M&C ports.

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Introducing our new 8QAM/LDPC feature
17 September 2009

Paradise Datacom has obsoleted our previous version of 8QAM LDPC, replacing it with "FastLink", a vastly superior performing combination of 8QAM and low latency LDPC.

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Paradise launches new Ka-Band LNA
23 February 2009

Paradise Datacom's Ka-Band Low Noise Amplifier now features a smaller, lighter enclosure. The new LNA weighs less than half a pound, but still provides the same outstanding gain stability and gain flatness of Paradise Datacom's other LNAs.

The RF18 Series Ka-Band LNA produces the industry's lowest noise temperatures (down to 140 °C), and is backed by Paradise Datacom's 36-month warranty.

Paradise unveils Manpack ready X-Band BUC
11 February 2009

Paradise Datacom has designed a lightweight X-Band Block Up Converter specifically tailored for fly-away and manpack applications.

The converter is available in 10W and 30W power levels. Download a copy of the specification sheet for more details.

Paradise Datacom launches paired-carrier ready modem line
17 September 2008

Paradise Datacom has launched a new line of paired-carrier ready modems, the Quantum Series, PD20 IF Satellite Modem and the PD20L L-Band Satellite Modem.

Paradise Datacom extends reach into Asia market
05 August 2008

Paradise Datacom has announced the creation of a maintenance and repair center in India. Services will be performed by Eltel Systems in their facility located in Bangalore. Tony Radford, Paradise Datacom's VP of Sales and Marketing, states; "Our business in India has increased considerably during Eltel's tenure as our local distributor. We elected to expand their charter to include maintenance and repair services as well. Eltel has extensive experience in this area and we are certain that our India customers will see this as a major benefit".

This comes on the heels of a recent announcement by Paradise Datacom regarding the establishment of a sales and service facility in Bangkok, Thailand. Says company CEO John Restivo, "Our commitment to the Asia Market is evidenced by our continued investment in the region. In the coming weeks, we will be opening a similar facility in China to support our exploding business there. We have aggressive growth plans for Asia and establishing local service centers provides our customers with the level of support they expect".

Paradise Datacom, with manufacturing facilities in US and UK, is a leading supplier of satellite communications equipment including Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs), Block Upconverters (BUCs), LNAs and satellite modems including DVB-S2.