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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.
LyngSat - Lyngemark Satellite Chart
Up-to-date information on all satellites around the world.
MLESAT's Satellite Tutorials On Line
Free satellite video technology tutorials and training programs
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
Includes all types of satellite uplink/downlink calculations, including link budget, and angle.
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
Overview covers both analog and digital video communications.
Satellite Communications Tutorial
Tutorial for students grades 7 - 12.
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
SNG User's Guide Online
Informational site on global Satellite News Gathering. Contains contacts, regulations, and standards of ITU member countries.
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.