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  Dual Matrix - A Dual Satellite Network
Dual Matrix Service is Available with the Toughsat TS2 Mobile Dish Controller Manufactured by Ground Control
Sales - 800.773.7168 U.S.
001.805.783.4600 Int.
 
Dual Matrix is the answer to "what if something goes wrong with a satellite connection?" Ground Control's Dual Matrix service offers instantaneous connectivity with a second orbiting satellite at the touch of a button. This fully redundant dual infrastructure solution is ideal for all industries that must maintain the highest of communications standards.

Dual Matrix Toughsat Controller

The Advantages of Dual Matrix Service are many. If you park in a location that has a tree or visual obstacle blocking the first satellite, the 2nd satellite may be able to connect. If there are service issues with on satellite, such as slower speeds due to congestion, the 2nd satellite may be much faster. Most importantly, if one of the satellites goes offline for any reason, the 2nd satellite is there to maintain connectivity.

 
  Dual Matrix Service
A Fully Redundant Satellite Infrastructure


   
 
Ground Control's two North American teleports service two different high-performance satellites that operate independent of each other. With the Dual Matrix Service, a single mobile satellite dish may connect with either of the satellites at any time, no matter the plan they subscribe to.
Dual Satellites
Dual Teleports
Dual Hubs
Dual Networks
Dual Backbones

One Mobile Dish

Dual Matrix Benefits
bullet Line-of-Sight Obstacles? A 2nd satellite gives a 2nd change of connecting without moving vehicle.
bullet Moving East or West? Choose the satellite with a higher look-angle for easier connecting.
bullet Internet Backbone Outage or Bottleneck? The 2nd satellite bypasses troubles instantly.
bullet Satellite Outage? A disabled satellite from a solar flare can be bypassed.
bullet Teleport Outage? A teleport disabled by earthquake or flood can be bypassed.

bullet No change to service plans. Dual Matrix works with all iDirect Plans Ground Control offers.

iDirect Logo Dual Matrix Service Plans
Dual Matrix Coverage Map
  Standard Mobile Dual Matrix on both G18 and AMC9 Satellites
Full Monthly Service - Available To All
  Plan Name
  Mobile Dishes Only
  Internet Speeds
  Megabits per second
Monthly Fee
(USD)
  iDirect 3GB - Dual Matrix   3 Mbps download / 1 Mbps upload $399 + 20%
  iDirect MAX 3GB - Dual Matrix   5 Mbps download / 2 Mbps upload $559 + 20%
  iDirect 9GB - Dual Matrix   3 Mbps download / 1 Mbps upload $599 + 20%
  iDirect MAX 9GB - Dual Matrix   5 Mbps download / 2 Mbps upload $839 + 20%
  iDirect 12 to 50 GB  - Dual Matrix
  Both 5x2 and 3x1 Mbps speeds Please Call
► All plans are identical to all standard plans, except with Dual Matrix, two satellites may be used.
► There is a one-time Dual Matrix provisioning fee of $349.

  EMR Emergency Services Dual Matrix for Mobile Systems
10-Day Unlimited Plans - Safety Organizations Only
  Plan Name
  Mobile Dishes Only
  Internet Speeds
  (download x upload)
In-Plan Monthly
Transfer
Overage Costs
(USD)
Monthly Price
(USD)
  Mobile EMR 3
  Dual Matrix
  3Mb Down x 1Mb Up Includes 10 calendar days unlimited use per month Add'l days billed
at $59 per day
$279 + 20%
  Mobile EMR 5
  Dual Matrix
  5Mb Down x 2Mb Up Includes 10 calendar days unlimited use per month Add'l days billed
at $69 per day
$389 + 20%
  Mobile EMR Plus
  Dual Matrix
  3Mb Down x 1Mb Up
  CIR 400x400 Kbps
Includes 10 calendar days unlimited use per month Add'l days billed
at $579 per day
$1,349 + 20%
  Mobile EMR Max
  Dual Matrix
  5Mb Down x 2Mb Up
  CIR 400x400 Kbps
Includes 10 calendar days unlimited use per month Add'l days billed
at $579 per day
$1,649 + 20%
  Additional Mobile VSAT Services
  10-Day VoIP Phone   20 x 20 Kbps
  20Kbps CIR Included
Includes 10 calendar days + 1000 minutes (16.6 hours) Add'l days billed
at $20 per day.
$89.95
Info Link
  10-Day FoIP FAX   80 x 80 Kbps
  80Kbps CIR Included
Includes 10 calendar days + 1000 minutes (16.6 hours) Add'l days billed
at $20 per day.
$129.95
Info Link
  Citrix Use   Includes CIR Custom Packages   call
  Specialty Apps   Includes CIR Custom Packages   call
  Advanced Network   Ground Control offers many Advanced Satellite Networking solutions Info Link
► All plans are identical to all EMR plans, except with Dual Matrix, two satellites may be used.
► There is a one-time Dual Matrix provisioning fee of $349.
► A calendar day begins at 12:00 Midnight GMT - Use unlimited days at any time during the month.
CIR (committed information rate) is a dedicated "unshared" channel.
► The Mobile EMR 3 and EMR 5 plans do not allow video streaming.
► Mobile EMR Plus & Max Plans include 400x400 Kbps CIR Duplex guaranteed speeds for VOIP, Video, Etc...
► The 10-Day VoIP Plan includes 20 x 20 Kbps CIR and 1000 minutes. Additional minutes billed at $0.04 cents
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Galaxy 18 Small Footprint
Satellite G18
  AMC 9 Small Footprint
Satellite AMC9



Toughsat TS2 ACU (Antenna Control Unit) - Price $999
More Information On the Toughsat TS2 Controller
Toughsat TS2 Dual Matrix Controller
One-Button "Deploy" and One-Button "Stow" commands. Requires little or no training to operate.
Dual-Matrix Sat 1 & Sat 2 buttons enable powerful redundant technologies for maintaining 100% uptime.
Backlit display on 1RU ACU panel for real time system status.
A 1RU ACU 19"w x 12"d x 1.75"h x with integrated full feature Wi-Fi router and 4 port LAN.
Integrated full feature 4 port router to network up to 256 connected devices.
Wireless 802.11 "G" access point rated at 54Mbps, with 4 port full-duplex 10/100 Ethernet Switch.
Automatically establishes a 100' wireless access point and wiring to computers is optional.
Integrated router is easily bypassed for supporting alternative router.
Integrated high capacity MicroSD card for user manuals and other documents.
Integrated DVB-S2 tuner reduces acquisition time and provides for satellite modem independence.
Designed for communication with iDirect Evolution, and Tachyon routers.
Wireless Security TKIP (WPA) and AES (WPA2) security with 128-bit encryption.
SPI Firewall, VPN passthrough, MAC address filtering, NAT, DMZ, Port Forwarding, Port Triggers.
DHCP Server, DHCP Client, QOS, Tos/DiffSerf, UPnP, MAC Address clone, RIP v1, RIP v2.
No internal fan - ACU operates silent. (The iDirect Evolution X5 router operates silent as well).
Multiple Auto-Stow routines, loss of signal, vehicle movement, power loss. to prevent accidental collisions.
Custom TS2 panel and web interface branding available for qualified resellers.
Compatible with all Toughsat mobile systems.


Web Accessible Interface Screen - Click for larger view
Toughsat Web Interface Screen
ACU may be accessed by any connected computer/smartphone with browser. No software to install.
Detailed intuitive screens allow for preference settings and powerful overrides of many system parameters.
Controls to locate any visible satellite using satellite longitude only.
Override GPS with any Lat/Long.
One-button upgrading, with optional auto-update.
System Status - dish location, GPS coordinates, signal strength and connectivity state.
Full control over integrated router via interface screens.


Powerful Diagnostics & Auto Firmware Updating
FREE Lifetime firmware upgrades with one-button simplicity.
ACU automatically checks for firmware updates when connected to the Internet.
System provides accurate technical diagnostics without dispatching a technician to remote site.
Generates detailed running history log files that are kept on SD card and used for diagnostics.


More information on the Toughsat TS2 ACU


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XP Controller Specifications Download the Toughsat TS2
Controller Specifications


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