SubscribeSatellite Flyaway System Provides Video and Audio Communication
Microwave Radio Communications (MRC) today announced it has provided an EXOS Satellite Package with a Mantis Flyaway for use by Hearst Argyle in their efforts to continue providing coverage in the devastated Louisiana area. The system will be used to uplink broadcast quality video and audio signals throughout the affected region. MRC technical support staff will be on hand to assist with any technical issues that may arise throughout this rebuilding effort.
"Hurricane Katrina has greatly impacted this country on many levels," said MRC President Tony Finizio. "The devastation is immense. We're providing microwave and satellite equipment to broadcasters and public safety organizations, in this case Hearst Argyle, to help with their communications efforts. MRC is also providing technical expertise."
Hearst Argyle is using the MRC Mantis 1.2m Flyaway System, which includes a high performance 1.2m Carbon Fiber Flyaway Antenna along with EXOS baseband and RF electronics. The baseband and RF electronics system is configured with an EXOS MPEG-2 Digital Video Exciter, Satfinder, L-Band to Ku-band Block Upconverter, 50W SSPA and an EXOS Integrated Receiver Decoder (IRD).
"MRC has a consistent track record of charitable work and contributions," MRC President Tony Finizio added. "In recent years substantial contributions include NY broadcasters in order to rebuild after 9/11; for military requirements to assist with the arduous communications tasks in Afghanistan and Iraq. We are committed to continuing efforts that aid in a quick recovery and rebuilding of the area."
September 29, 2005 - North Billerica, Massachusetts