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►High Speed Internet Connectivity - Up to 5Mbps download, 2Mbps upload speeds.
►Low Contention - Speeds are shared with far fewer clients than consumer services.
►Low Latency - One of the lowest in the industry 500-650 milliseconds.
►Global Reach - We have services on all continents.
►Net-Neutral - No ports are locked, or speeds changed to any locations on the web.
►Multi-User Friendly - We connect office buildings and small communities.
►Application Friendly - Many applications that fail over satellite, work with us.
►Phone Service - Low cost phone service over satellite that works like any phone.
►Many other services available in many locations. Global Map |
A popular fixed satellite solution uses the Evolution X3 satellite gateway connected to our 1.2 Meter satellite dish with a 4 or 6 watt BUC (transmitter) on a non-penetrating mount, or ground mounted pole. - Photos
This system will deliver Internet connection speeds of 5Mbps down by 2Mbps up, using dynamic contention ratios over our iDirect network (in North America). It will also allow for 1 to 10 VoIP phones to connect with crystal clear communications. Learn why thousands of organizations upgrade their satellite service with us. - Photos |
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$49.95/mo - includes 1000 free minutes each month
Super low-latency (500-650 milliseconds) with a "local" number to make and receive crystal clear calls over our iDirect satellite service. more |
iDirect is an equipment manufacturer ( Link to iDirect ) that sets the highest standard of satellite hardware for business grade service using voice (VoIP phone), video and data transmission. Ground Control’s iDirect service offers second to none performance on a shared system by utilizing iDirect’s patented Deterministic Time Division Multiple Access (D-TDMA ) and Multi Frequency Time Division Multiple Access (MF-TDMA) technologies. Our automated network infrastructure ensures that traffic is balanced across all carriers on the satellite network to increase the amount of bandwidth AND increase the security since traffic is changing frequency up to 8 times per second. iDirect’s payload efficiency is approximately 98% - this is significantly higher than the 60% efficiency offered by similar solutions. Less overhead on the satellite means more bandwidth available on a shared channel.
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97% Satisfaction and Rising
iDirect invites its customers to participate in a survey that measures overall satisfaction based on several categories that include Operations, Services, Product Hardware, Software, among other categories. Overall satisfaction levels have hit 97% and we expect higher results in future years. |
iDirect Satellite Routers Available from Ground Control
The Evolution® X3 is a next-generation satellite router featuring iDirect’s highly efficient implementation of the DVB-S2/ACM standard. The X3 is ideally suited for broadband connectivity such as Internet and VPN access to enterprise networks, as well as real-time VoIP and video conferencing applications. Larger image of Evolution X3 Router
● Star topology
● DVB-S2/ACM outbound for greater efficiency and enhanced network availability
 iDirect Evolution X3 Satellite Router Brochure & Spec Sheet |
The iDirect Evolution X5 satellite router is an easy-to-deploy solution with fast processing capabilities on a star topology network. The X5 features advanced QoS and traffic prioritization capabilities supporting superior processing speeds for data rates of up to 138 Mbps downstream and and 11.8 Mbps upstream. An ideal solution for fixed and mobile business critical applications. Larger image of Evolution X3 Router
● Star topology
● Advanced QoS prioritization
iDirect Evolution X5 Satellite Router Brochure & Spec Sheet |
Satellite Equipment From Ground Control
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Choosing a satellite dish will be dependent on which satellite you are connecting to, your location, and your transmission speed requirements. Dish sizes range from 1.2 Meter, 1.8M, 2.4M & 3.8M (square meter) sizes. A satellite dish includes the feed horn, but not the radio (transmitter and receiver). We offer national & international VSAT installation services. |
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The BUC (Block Up Converter) is the transmitter of the satellite dish. The smaller LNB (Low Noise Block) is the receiver. BUC's are rated in transmitting wattage ranging from 3 Watt, 4, 6, 8, 16, all the way to 400 watts, which is often used for broadcast quality video streaming. Depending on your use, dish size and installation location will determine the best size BUC for your satellite dish. |
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Fixed satellite dishes are mounted in a variety of ways. Pole Mount, Non-penetrating roof mount (no holes are drilled in the roof), sloped roof, etc... Each installation is different and we recommend speaking with us (1-805-783-4600) to find your best solution. Installations are performed on-site by our national and international team of satellite installation experts. |
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Require phone service? Our VoIP Phones work like the phone on any desk, and our satellite service will support over 25 simultaneous calls on one dish. Snow problems are resolved with anti-icing equipment, and we do offer satellite friendly shelters for ground, rooftop, and trailers. These shelters can be temperature controlled, and keep equipment from pubic detection. |
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BGAN Link is a new high-usage Internet service from Inmarsat that allows small "L-band" terminals for remote offices in fixed locations. Use 5 to 15 Gigabytes per month for prices as low as $0.36 per megabyte transferred. L-Band terminals require no certification for installation, are extremely low power (solar installations) and additionally provide excellent voice calling, SMS texting, FAX, ISDN and no contention streaming services. |
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BGAN M2M is a new low-usage service form Inmarsat that is ideal for monitoring and controlling remote equipment such as valves, pumps, generators, using the Hughes 9502 M2M BGAN Terminal. This $1,299 satellite communications device will establishes a full time TCP-IP connection to the Internet using less than 4 watts, perfect low power locations anywhere on the globe. Cost is about $0.02 cents per polling communication. Monthly service fees starts at under $50 a month. |
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Portable Equipment Solution
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A Portable .98 or 1.2 Meter Satellite Dish
Consider having a portable Case-Based mobile satellite system and store it until you require it. This solution is easily mounted on a roof of a building, or on top of a vehicle roof rack. more |
We are happy to have you switch with us as your VSAT provider. To confirm the equipment you have
will work with our network, please contact Ground Control at 805-783-4600 or email
sales@groundcontrol.com
Our experience spans from providing communications during disasters such as Hurricane Katrina for emergency services, or for businesses to a guarantee they maintain 100% uptime. We
are an End-to-End solution provider from simple one system installations to broad multi-site company networks. Our
experienced team will assess your needs, propose solutions, install, support and integrate into your existing network and long term business strategies.
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