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MARITIME iDIRECT SATELLITE INTERNET & PHONE

For iDirect Ku-Band and C-Band VSAT Systems
Page updated Septermber 7, 2010
 
Global Unlimited Use Plans

The Maritime Global plans offer unlimited use with a 100cm Ku-Band marine antenna. Global plans require a larger antennas than the regional plans offered below.


Global Maritime Internet Footprint

 Global Maritime VSAT iDirect Internet Plans
 Plans
 (Unlimited Use)
  Transfer Speeds
  (download x upload)
CIR
(unshared)
12 Month
Term (USD)
36 Month
Term (USD)
60 Month
Term (USD)
  iDirect Global 1   128 x 64 Kbps 20 x 20 Kbps $710 $675 $639
  iDirect Global 2   128 x 64 Kbps 40 x 40 Kbps $1,398 $1,329 $1,259
  iDirect Global 3   256 x 128 Kbps 40 x 40 Kbps $1,939 $1,843 $1,746
  iDirect Global 4   256 x 128 Kbps 60 x 60 Kbps $2,627 $2,496 $2,365
  iDirect Global 5   512 x 256 Kbps
60 x 60 Kbps $3,082 $2,928 $2,774
  iDirect Global 6   512 x 256 Kbps 80 x 80 Kbps $3,769 $3,581 $3,393
  iDirect Global 7   1024 x 512 Kbps 80 x 80 Kbps $4,678 $4,445 $4,211
  iDirect Global 8   1024 x 512 Kbps 100 x 100 Kbps $5,365 $5,097 $4,829
► CIR (committed information rate) is an unshared channel that is guaranteed. Useful for clear VOIP.
► Seasonal Suspension of up to 3 months is allowed ($200) provided contract is extended equal to the suspension.
► 16 Public IP address are provided for each plan.
► Plan upgrades are allowed with one month notice and a one time $500 charge.
► VOIP phone plans are available. Please call for more information.
► Equipment requires iDirect Evolution X5 plus Cisco SRW2008 8 port switch and 100cm or larger antenna.


Regional iDirect Plans

Caribbean - Gulf of Mexico - Central America

iDirect Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico footprint

 Small Dish iDirect Maritime Internet Plans - Caribbean - Gulf of Mexico
 Plans
 (Unlimited Use)
  Transfer Speeds
  (down x up)
CIR
(unshared)
12 Month Term
per month (USD)
36 Month Term
per month (USD
60 Month Term
per month (USD)
  iDirect Caribbean 1   64 x 64 Kbps 0 $950 $903 $855
  iDirect Caribbean 2   64 x 64 Kbps 20 x 20 Kbps $1,650 $1,568 $1,485
  iDirect Caribbean 3   128 x 128 Kbps 0 $1,450 $1,378 $1,305
  iDirect Caribbean 4   128 x 128 Kbps 20 x 20 Kbps $2,280 $2,166 $2,052
  iDirect Caribbean 5   256 x 128 Kbps
0 $1,950 $1,853 $1,755
  iDirect Caribbean 6   256 x 128 Kbps 32 x 32 Kbps $3,200 $3,040 $2,880
  iDirect Caribbean 7   256 x 256 Kbps 0 $2,450 $2,328 $2,205
  iDirect Caribbean 8   512 x 256 Kbps 0 $2,950 $2,803 $2,655
  iDirect Caribbean 9   512 x 256 Kbps 32 x 32 Kbps $4,450 $4,288 $4,005
  iDirect Caribbean 10   1024 x 256 Kbps 0 $4,240 $4,038 $3,825
  iDirect Caribbean 11   1024 x 256 Kbps 64 x 64 Kbps $7,130 $6,744 $6,417
► Caribbean service works with a 60 cm dish or larger. Information on the KNS 60 cm system.
► CIR (committed information rate) is an unshared channel that is guaranteed. Useful for clear VOIP.
► Seasonal suspension of up to 3 months is allowed ($200) provided contract is extended equal to the suspension.
► 16 Public IP address are provided for each plan. More are available upon request at charge.
► Plan upgrades are allowed with one month notice and a one time $500 charge.
► VOIP phone equipment and plans are available. Please call for more information.
► Equipment requires iDirect Evolution X5 plus Cisco SRW2008 8 port switch and 60cm or larger antenna.


North America, The Caribbean and Alaska


US Marine Internet Footprint

Alaska Marine Internet Footprint

 Maritime VSAT iDirect Internet Plans - North America on Galaxy 18
 Plans
  Transfer Speeds
  (download x upload)
In-Plan Monthly Transfer
Out-Of-Plan
Overage Costs
Monthly Price
(USD)
  iDirect Unlimited   512 x 256 Kbps Unlimited Usage None $1063
  iDirect Unlimited   1024 x 512 Kbps Unlimited Usage None $1963
  iDirect Unlimited   2Mb Down x 1 Mb Up Unlimited Usage None $3668
  iDirect 3GB   3Mb Down x 1Mb Up 3GB per month No FAP $0.19 per MB $399
  iDirect 3GB Max   5Mb Down x 2Mb Up
3GB per month No FAP $0.19 per MB $599
  iDirect 9GB   3Mb Down x 1Mb Up 9GB per month No FAP $0.14 per MB $599
  iDirect 9GB Max   5Mb Down x 2Mb Up 9GB per month No FAP $0.14 per MB $839
  iDirect Custom
  & Unlimited Use
  3Mb Down x 1Mb Up
  5Mb Down x 2Mb Up
Plans over 9GB per month
and unlimited use plans.
See Link Info Link
  iDirect X2   10Mb Down x 4Mb Up See Link See Link Info Link
  Video Streaming   2Mb x 2Mb Max Unlimited Unshared 1:1 CIR None Info Link
► Ground Control will work with your existing satellite equipment to operate with our iDirect marine service.
► All plans listed are high-performance 20:1 contention (or less!) for one or multiple user access.
► All plans are for one year term. Seasonal or month-to-month plans are available.
► All plans revert to month-to-month after initial term is completed.
► 1 Static IP included with all accounts. Additional Static IP's for an account are available.
► All speeds listed in Megabits per second (Mb or Mbps) or Kilobits per second (Kbps).
► VOIP Service, VPN Service, Private Networking and many other services available.


North Pacific

North Pacific Ku-Band

 Maritime VSAT iDirect Internet Plans - North Pacific
 Plans
  Transfer Speeds
  (download x upload)
In-Plan Monthly Transfer
Out-Of-Plan
Overage Costs
Monthly Price
(USD)
  iDirect Unlimited   512 x 256 Kbps Unlimited Usage None Call
  iDirect Unlimited   1024 x 256 Kbps Unlimited Usage None Call
  iDirect Unlimited   1024 x 512 Kbps Unlimited Usage None Call
► Ground Control will work with your existing satellite equipment to operate with our iDirect marine service.
► 1 Month, 3 Month, and 12 Month contracts available.
► Static IPs, VOIP Service, VPN Service, Private Networking and many other services available.




KNS Maritime VSAT Antennas
The Low Cost of KNS VSAT antennas paired with a track record of reliable connectivity on
the open ocean has made KNS is the #1 leader in the European consumer market. KNS
equipment is so reliable, multiple Navies, Coast Guards, as well as commercial organizations
depend on KNS antennas their broadband & voice communication.


  KNS Z12 120cm dish - Internet - Price - Call For Local Dealer
  The KNS SuperTrack Z12 120cm VSAT antenna provides Ku-Band connectivity in rough seas with more than a 90° per second track rate on any axis. The largest KNS Ku-Band VSAT dish works on the global service plans and can track at 90 degrees per second, even in heavy seas. It boasts a RX gain of 41dBi and TX gain of 42.4dBi. BUC Transmitters come in 4, 6 and 8 Watt sizes.
System Specifications
User & Installation Manual
Radome Drawing

   
   
   

  KNS Z10 100cm dish - Internet - Price - Call For Local Dealer
 

The Z10 100cm Ku-Band VSAT dish will perform in most regional Ku-Band beams with a RX gain of 40.5dBi and a TX gain of 41.1dBi. BUC Transmitters come in 4, 6 and 8 Watt sizes.

System Specifications
User & Installation Manual
Radome Drawing

   
   
   

  KNS Z8 85cm dish - Internet - Price - Call For Local Dealer
KNS Z8MK2   The slightly smaller 85cm KNS Supertrack Ku-Band VSAT dish is capable of a larger coverage area with a RX gain 38 dBi and a TX gain of 38.3 dBi. BUC Transmitters come in 3, 4 and 8 Watt sizes.

System Specifications
User & Installation Manual
Radome Drawing

   
   
   

  KNS Z6 61cm dish - Internet - Price - Call For Local Dealer
KNS Z6MK2  

The smallest of the KNS Ku-Band VSAT Internet dishes, the Z6 is excellent for regional Ku-Band VSAT services with a strong signal. The Z6 RX gain is 25 dBi and TX gain of 26.5 dBi respectively. BUC Transmitters are available in 4, 6 and 8 Watt sizes.

System Specifications
User & Installation Manual
Radome Drawing

   
   
   

More KNS VSAT Systems


KNS TV SYSTEMS

  KNS S6 61cm (24") dish - TV - Price - Call For Local Dealer
KNS S6 Satellite  

The S6 will acquire a TV signal from multiple providers with a minimum EIRP of 46 dBW.

System Specifications
User & Installation Manual
Radome Drawing

   
   
   

More KNS TV Antennas





Optional Service & Equipment
Maritime VOIP   VOIP Phone Service
1000 minutes a month (16.6 hours) for $49!

Ground Control's VOIP phones behave much like terrestrial phones. Make and receive crystal clear calls over our low latency satellite connection.
More

VPN Over Satellite   VPN Secured Connection
Virtual Private Networking

Ground Control's network is compatible with many existing VPN devices. We also sell the Encore VPN device as a proven solution. More


Maritime VSAT vs L-Band Antennas
The advantage to a VSAT dish is far faster speeds and far lower costs per Megabyte transferred as measured against L-Band services like FleetBroadband and Iridium Openport. The disadvantages are VSAT equipment is larger, has a higher equipment cost, and and service areas for VSAT is limited to the coverage regions (or footprints) of each Ku-Band satellite.

Yacht & Private Use iDirect
Today 100% mobile connectivity at sea with always-on broadband is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. iDirect VSAT technology holds the key to supporting multiple business applications at sea, while improving operational efficiency and the quality of life for all. view


Cargo Ship - Tankers - Bulk Carriers
Thanks to VSAT connectivity, shipping lines can have a cost-effective, always-on, high-speed connection to meet their most important business and communication requirements. view


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  KNS Z12   KNS Rough Seas  
  A KNS Z12 VSAT system on mast. The Z12 has an auto-tracking 120cm dish inside the radome.
  A KNS dish on Rough Seas. This system is the A9 TV systems which is 3 inches smaller (in diameter) than the Z8.  
  KNS Three Dishes   KNS Rough Ride  
  Two KNS Z8s frame a KNS "A9" TV dish on a yacht.   The KNS VSAT dishes can track at 90° per second.  
  KNS Z12 on a Patrol Boat   KNS Equipment  
  The Z12 is installed on a patrol ship.   A KNS VSAT system is capable of connecting multiple computers and VOIP phones on the same LAN, and all may be used at the same time.  
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