News | June 25, 2015

Advantech Wireless Releases Second Generation GaN Technology Based 400W C-Band SapphireBlu Series SSPA/SSPB, DVB-S2X And Ultra HD Ready

Advantech Wireless, a global leader for Satellite broadband communications solutions, announced recently the release of the Second Generation SapphireBlu GaN Technology based 400W C-Band SSPA/SSPB designed for Broadcasting Applications.

The Second Generation C-band GaN SapphireBlu SSPA/SSPB from Advantech Wireless offers very High Linearity in a compact single package. These systems are designed for Ultra HD transmission broadcasting and are DVB-S2X ready. The increased linearity comes at the same time with no additional increase in size, weight and energy consumption.

“We have over 20 years of experience working with broadcasters and providing cutting edge technologies to deliver audio and visual content clearly and reliably,” stated Cristi Damian, VP Business Development at Advantech Wireless. “We understand the challenges that broadcasters and service providers face while adopting the new bandwidth demanding Ultra HD standard. The Second Generation of GaN SSPAs empowers broadcasters to deliver their messages while maximizing efficiency and reducing operational cost. These units are designed for very high linearity as imposed by the heavy Ultra HD traffic, and at the same time be ready to operate under the high density modulation schemes that are now part of the DVB-S2X standard. This is a safe investment for the future.”

Years of success have demonstrated the reliability and longevity of Advantech Wireless’ broadcast technologies. Even in harsh and hostile conditions, reliable transmission over satellite is available at all times. For SNG and TV distribution the Second Generation of GaN Technology based SapphireBlu SSPAs provide highest power density in the industry.

Awarded Teleport Technology of the year 2014 by the World Teleport Association, Advantech Wireless’ SapphireBlu Series GaN based SSPAs is leading the way with ground breaking performance and pioneering technology.

About Advantech Wireless
Reliable and secure communication is essential to global productivity, commerce and security. Advantech Wireless makes it possible by designing smarter solutions to help people connect and businesses succeed. With our customized approach, award-winning R&D and innovative engineering, we provide the industry’s most advanced technologies, with the most economical total cost of ownership. We empower our clients to achieve excellence in communication, while experiencing reduced CAPEX and OPEX overall. Ultimately, our uncompromising quality and bolder thinking enable us to provide clients around the globe with smarter terrestrial and satellite communication solutions.

Source: Advantech Wireless