Antenna Tutorial on Gain and Beamwidth
This site provides the in-depth and comprehensive theory of proper antenna design. |
Choke Plate (Scalar) Feed Design
PDF on the design of the scalar plate for one of the most overlooked pieces of an efficient satellite system, the feedhorn. |
Dr.Dish Net Edition
Multi-language site where Dr.Dish answers satellite related questions about receiving satellite tv, satellite radio, and satellite data transmissions. |
Elements of a TVRO System
Synopsis of a receive only satellite system with many references and case studies. |
Encyberpedia Information Services
Numerous satellite systems links |
FCC DBS Regulations
Section 100 requirements for DBS communications, in PDF and text form |
FCC Fixed Satellite regulations
Section 25 requirements for satellite communications, in PDF and text form |
Geostationary Satellite Link Budget Calculations
More link budget calculations using Intelsat formulae. |
Intelsat Resources
Technical papers and engineering tools provided by Intelsat. |
Link Budget Calculation
Complete uplink/downlink calculator |
MPEG-2 Central
Regularly updated listing of all MPEG-2 free to air satellite transmissions. |
North American MPEG-2 Information
Definitive essay on digital satellite transmission. |
Online Satellite Calculations
Very good site for all types of satellite uplink/downlink calculations, including link budget, angle, etc. |
Ricardos Geo-Orbit Quick Look
Has lots of information and links for the do-it-yourselfer including a how-to for installing satellite dishes |
Roberts WWW Satellite Page
Features a number of satellite links |
Satcom Online Satellite School
Features articles, glossary, and calculators for satellite communication studies. |
Satellite Charts
Earth station information from Vincor, including satellite charts. |
Satellite Chronology
Provides a history of US communications satellite technology. |
Satellite Communications Basics
Learn satellite communications basics in their classroom. |
Satellite Communications Tutorial
Tutorial for students grades 7 - 12. |
Satellite Comunications
Overview covers both analog and digital video communications. |
Satellite hardware reviews
Satellite news and product reviews submitted by readers. |
Satellite Signals
Azimuth, elevation and polarisation angles for your site and any satellite. List of geostationary satellites and link budgets. |
SBCA
Satellite Broadcasting and Communications Association |
Spectrum snapshots
Spectrum analyzer images of all of the western C/Ku-band satellites. |
The Satellites - Industry Buzzwords
Definitions for common terms used in satellite communications. |
Triax DVB65S Unofficial Page
News and information about the receiver. |
Via Satellite Online
E-zine covering the global commercial satellite industry. Includes: recent launches and contract, regulatory issues, news, events, and trends. |
W1GHZ Microwave Antenna Book ONLINE
E-book exploring microwave transmission dynamics gathered from empirical data evaluating various antenna and feed assemblies. |
Wireless Transmission
Term paper written discussing each step and equation needed to prepare a proper link budget. Includes numerous footnotes and links. |
