Application Note

Simplifying Complexity In Military Satcom

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Military satellite communications operators are tasked with maintaining secure, high-quality networks essential for mission-critical operations and morale services, especially in remote or hostile environments. They face challenges such as resource constraints, cyber threats, and interference, while managing comprehensive networks encompassing information sharing and IP infrastructure. Troubleshooting in such conditions is often difficult, given limited personnel and reliance on independent solutions.

Rohde & Schwarz addresses these challenges with the R&S® SATCOM Link Observer, a versatile tool designed to simplify SATCOM operations. This system automates troubleshooting, continuous monitoring, and error detection across the RF and baseband segments. It enables efficient setup, including antenna calibration and EIRP testing, while providing centralized data collection for full network control.

The SATCOM Link Observer’s key benefits include streamlined troubleshooting, improved quality of service through continuous monitoring, and reduced personnel requirements due to automation. Its user-friendly interface ensures easy deployment across ground segments, enabling operators to maintain links with minimal effort. Additionally, the tool supports forward-deployed troops by reducing their workload, allowing experts in control centers to manage the link server effectively.

By automating testing, monitoring, and root cause analysis, the SATCOM Link Observer ensures network reliability while reducing complexity and downtime. This solution ultimately empowers military SATCOM operators to focus on strategic objectives, enhancing overall efficiency and communications quality across diverse operational environments.

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