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Toughsat XP .98 Meter Dish - $16,999 Complete Ready-To-Go Systems
Toughsat XP 1.2 Meter Dish - $19,999 Complete Ready-To-Go Systems
Complete Systems Include Mobile Dish, Controller, iDirect Satellite Gateway and 6 watt BUC.
Lease options for the Toughsat XP system
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Toughsat XP Brochure
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XP Controller Specifications
ACU Specifications
 
 
 
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Toughsat XP Stowed
 
Toughsat XP Radio
 
Toughsat Controller
 
Toughsat Depolyed
 
Toughsat Deployed On Roof
 
Toughsat Emboss
 
Toughsat T-100 Trailers
 
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Toughsat XP Stowed
 
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Toughsat XP Mobile Satellite Dish
The Toughsat XPs are our flagship professional series mobile satellite systems that have incorporated the best of our earlier models and expand with new powerful design features that work in normal or extreme environments. Operation is as easy as pressing the "Deploy" button on the Toughsat controller. In 3.5 minutes, it will automatically create a wired or wireless high-speed network for any in-range device. Our premium grade iDirect 5Mbps x 2Mbps Service provides the speeds needed for Internet, and for our optimized VoIP phones and phone service. Speak with us to learn why the Toughsat XP mobile satellite system a perfect in-field communications tool.
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Toughsat XP .98 and 1.2 Meter Mobile Dish - General Features
Manufactured by Ground Control at our plant in California. Supported by us 24x7.
Complete Ready-To-Go System pricing. No other equipment needed to purchase for operation.
Bundled with our High-Performance iDirect Service providing 5Mbps x 2Mbps Internet speeds.
Special service pricing for Public Safety Organizations. Complies with all 2013 SAFECOM requirements.
One-Button operation. The Toughsat may be deployed and operated by anyone with little or no training.
Establishes a self-contained local area wireless "G" network (100' radius) automatically.

Complete system pricing includes Toughsat TS1 ACU (Antenna Control Unit) & iDirect Evolution X5 Router.

Black anodized billet aluminum construction, UV resistant plastics, sealed all-weather electronics.
System is ideal for our VoIP phone service. Connect 1 or 10 phones that work like any phone.

Typical seek time to find and lock on satellite and establish broadband connectivity is 3.5 minutes.
Computer control is not required. There is no software to install on any computer.
Both .98 & 1.2 systems have low stow heights below 12 inches. Excellent for vehicle clearance issues.
No external equipment (including iDirect router) is required to find and peak on any Ku-Band satellite.
No certification or licensing required for use. System may be operated by anyone.
Dish peaking accuracy is within 0.1° with near zero play using dish braking technology.
Impervious to magnetic interference. Search routines do not use a compass to acquire satellite.
The XP is SNG rated to stream live video at guaranteed 4 x 4 Mbps with our Streaming Services.
Autostow Feature - Dish will automatically stow if rig is moved or dish goes off signal.
Optional UPS. A backup battery for stowing the dish if power is shut off or disconnected. ($299)
6 watt transmitter is standard... required for 5Mb x 2Mb plans or video streaming. (8 watt available).
The Toughsat is capable of locking on any liner polarized Ku-band satellite in orbit.
Modular design - components easily replaced in field, normally within one hour.
Onboard sensors allow quick-search for up to 10° of vehicle/rig tilt (longer times for tilting of > 10°)
No-backlash locking mechanisms for Azimuth and Elevation to stabilize signal in high-wind operation.
Dish arm stabilizing pneumatics maintain radio position in high-wind operation.
The .98m XP is operational in Cat 1 hurricane force winds of up to 75 mph (the 1.2m XP is operational 50 mph).
The XP is operational in temperatures of -20° to 140°F (-29° to 60° C) at 100% humidity.
The XP operates in extreme weather with an IP-66 ingress rated with IP-67 components.
The .98m XP weighs less than 125 lbs (56.7 kg). The 1.2m XP is 133 lbs.
Powered by 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz with US, UK, EU, AU and Brazil plug types available.
Optional antenna booster extends wireless connectivity up to half a mile. ($299)
One button stowing in less than one minute from fully deployed.
Operates globally in northern or southern hemispheres.
Standard Warranty - 1 year parts and on-site labor.
Extended 12 and 24 month warranties and Lifetime Radio Electronics warranties available. more
Hundreds of Ground Control certified field technicians in the U.S. and Canada for on-site installations.
Free 24-7 U.S. based technical support from Ground Control.


Toughsat TS2 Controller Dual Matrix Link
Toughsat TS2 ACU Controller
Toughsat TS2 ACU (Antenna Control Unit)
$999 For all Toughsat systems. Included with complete system pricing.
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, 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 or the Dual Matrix Service

 
  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. more
Dual Satellites
Dual Teleports
Dual Hubs
Dual Networks
Dual Backbones

One Mobile Dish

iDirect Evolution X5 Satellite Router Gateway (Included in Complete System Pricing)
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Evolution X5 Router

iDirect Evolution X5 Gateway Features

The Evolution X5 Gateway supports all of Ground Control's VSAT Global Service Plans.
Supports Star and SCPC topologies for up to 20 Mbps Down and 7 Mbps up.
MF-TDMA Outbound traffic with QoS prioritization
Supports DVB-S1 and DVB-S2
The X5 is ideal for our VoIP phone service. Connect 1 or 10 phones that work like any phone.

The Evolution X5 router operates silent with no fans.
1.5 RU Rackmount shelf is available for the X5 router.
iDirect Evolution X5 Brochure and Specifications



Choose An iDirect Logo Service Plan - or click on a global region below
North America Central America South America Europe Middle Easy Africa Asia Australia
VSAT Service Areas - North America
iDirect Plans
  North America
On G18 & AMC9
  Internet Speeds
  Megabits per second
Monthly Fee
(USD)
    iDirect 3GB   3 Mbps download / 1 Mbps upload $399
    iDirect MAX 3GB   5 Mbps download / 2 Mbps upload $559
    iDirect 9GB   3 Mbps download / 1 Mbps upload $599
    iDirect MAX 9GB   5 Mbps download / 2 Mbps upload $839
    Phone Service Over Satellite
  1000 free minutes per month (16.6 hours).
  Optimized low-latency crystal clear calling.
$49.95
More Info
    iDirect Emergency Mobile   2Mb download / 1Mb upload
  Includes 10 calendar days unlimited use.
$279
Other Emergency Plans
    Dual-Matrix Service   Dual-Satellite service with one service plan.   Use either satellites anytime with 1 button. More Info
    Streaming Services
    10 x 4 Mbps Max Speed
  Video Streaming Services with 1:1 CIR
  Used by live news and video broadcasters
Starting at $300
Streaming Info
More plans for North America


Central & South America iDirect Logo Plans on SatMex 6
North American Mobile Satellite Footprint
iDirect Logo VSAT Plans on SatMex 6 Ku-Band at 113° West (Fixed or Mobile)
iDirect Plans
Transfer Speeds
Download x Upload Internet Speeds
Overage
Costs
Monthly Price
U.S. Dollars
 20:1 Contention
 (Unlimited Use)
512 Kbps down x 128 Kbps up
512 Kbps down x 256 Kbps up
1 Mbps down x 256 Kbps up
1 Mbps down x 512 Kbps up
2 Mbps down x 512 Kbps up
2 Mbps down x 1 Mbps up
4 Mbps down x 512 Kbps up
4 Mbps down x 1 Mbps up
8 Mbps down x 1 Mbps up
12 Mbps down x 1 Mbps up
$0 $295
$304
$507
$609
$1015
$1218
$1827
$2030
$3578
$5164
 Custom Plans Create any speed plan with any contention
(Max 12 Mbps Down, and 1 Mbps)
Please Call
 Phone Service
 VOIP Service Plans
  1000 minutes per month (16.6 hours).   $49.95
More Info
More Information
Central America Plans
- South America Plans

Toughsat Optional Add-Ons
Flyaway Case Mobile Internet
Flyaway Case
Make the XP portable in this
hardened case solution.
Toughsat Antenna Booster
Antenna Booster $299
Increase wireless range up to
half-a-mile from the case.
VoIP Satellite Phone & Service
VoIP Phones & Service
Have 1 to 10 phones that work
like any phone on any desk.
Toughsat Autostow Backup Battery
AutoStow UPS $299
Provides backup power to the
mobile dish if power is lost.
Toughsat Flyaway Roof Rack
Roof-Rack Flyaway
Brackets mount the Toughsat
onto any vehicle roof rack.
Hotspot Billing Software - Satellite Internet
Hotspot Billing $250
Create a Wi-Fi Hotspot and
bill for access anywhere.


Toughsat Warranty Toughsat Extended and Lifetime Warranties
Ground Control offers 12 and 24 month extended warranties to our
XP mobile systems, AND lifetime warranties for $25.95/mo on electronics that include the satellite router, the BUC transmitter, and the LNB. More


 TOUGHSAT XP Specifications (1.2 meter and .98 meter systems)
  NETWORK (iDirect Services)
Satellite G-18/AMC-9 Download with 6 Watt BUC   5000 Kbps
Satellite G-18/AMC-9 Upload with 6 Watt BUC   2000 Kbps
Satellite SatMex 6 Download 6 watt BUC   Up to 12000 Kbps (1.2 Meter dish only)
Satellite SatMex 6 Upload 6 Watt BUC   UP to 1000 Kbps (1.2 Meter dish only)
Satellite Gateway   iDirect Evolution X5 Router
Public IP Address   Included
  TOUGHSAT TS2 ACU (Antenna Control Unit)
Type   Rackmount 1RU w/ Front Panel Control 12" depth
Integrated Router   Cisco Linksys with 4-Port LAN.
Integrated Wireless Access Point   802.11 "G". 100' radius standard
DHCP   Wireless and 4 port LAN
Wireless Security   WPA (TKIP) WPA2 (AES) + WEP 64 and 128bit
NAT   Supported by included router
Firewall   Supported by included router
Port Mapping & Port Triggers   Supported by included router
QoS, ToS, MAC Address Clone, RIP v1 RIP v2   Supported by included router
Networkable clients machines   Unlimited
ACU Power (includes dish, router & Wi-Fi   Average 15 Watts. Max 40 Watts
  SATELLITE DISH
Reflector Type   1.2 or 0.98 square meter effective area
Mount Geometry   3 Axis motor drive (elevation, azimuth & skew)
Deployment Sensors   GPS & Tilt Sensor +- 0.1°
  MAXIMUM MOUNT ROTATION
Azimuth   410°
Elevation   165°
Polarization   +-95°
  RF INFORMATION
Transmit Power   6 watts
Frequency Receive   10.96 - 12.75 GHz
Frequency Send   13.75 - 14.50 GHz
     
  DIMENSIONS OF DISH
Stowed Dish Dimensions 1.2 meter   67.5" L x 48.3” W x 12” H (172 x 123 x 30.5 cm)
Stowed Dish Dimensions .98 meter   59" L x 39” W x 12” H (150 x 74 x 30.5 cm)
Mounting Plate...(Both 1.2 and .98 meter)   22” x 57” ( 56 x 145 cm)
Base Plate (attached to mounting plate)   14” x 16” (35.6 x 40.7 cm)
Deployed Max Height   1.2m - 68” height / .98m- 52” height (132 cm)
Weight   1.2m - 133 lbs (60.4 kg) / .98m - 125 lbs (56.7 kg)
Boom Radius Sweep. 1.2 meter / .98 meter   61” / 53” from center with 5” min. ground clearance
  ENVIRONMENTAL
Wind Deployed   1.2m - 50mph (80 kph) / .98m - 75 mph (120 kph)
Wind Stowed   140 mph (225 kph)
Max Operational Temperature (at 100% humidity)   Operational -20° F to 140° F (-28° C to 60° C)
Max Survival Temperature (at 100% humidity)   -60° F to 160° F (-51° C to 71° C)
Environmental IP Rating (Antenna)   IP-66
  POWER REQUIREMENTS
Power   100 to 240 Volts AC, 50 to 60 Hz
Power Plug Types Available   US, UK, EU, AU and Brazil plug types
Dish Electronics   15 watts average draw. 40 Watts Max.
iDirect Router   75 watts average draw.
pdf icon   Toughsat XP Brochure and Specifications


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ACU Specifications


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Toughsat XP Photos
 
  Toughsat 1.2 and .98 Meter Mobile Satelite Systems   Toughsat on top of Truck  
 
Side-by-side are the 1.2 Meter Toughsat XP and the .98 Meter Toughsat XP. These systems are designed to be mounted on a vehicle or truck or trailer roof.
 
The Toughsat has an integrated Wi-Fi access point for any in-range wireless enabled devices. Shown above is a Toughsat XP 1.2 meter dish. Credit to Montana Satellite Services - Toughsat Dealer - Installer.
 
  Toughsat XP 1.2 Meter    
 
The Toughsat XP 1.2 Meter dish is mounted on one of our T-100 Communication Trailers that enable the wireless signal to reach out half a mile in any direction.
 
The TOUGHSAT XP's operate in extreme environments from most any parked location on the planet. The .98 Meter system shown above can stay operational in wind speeds up to 75 mph (120 kph)
 
  Mobile Command Post   Hazmat Mobile Command Truck  
 
The Toughsat series is popular with many emergency responders in North America. High-Speed Internet and multiple VoIP Phones create a fully functional remote command station in minutes.
More Emergency Vehicle Photos
  Ground Control has special 10-day per month unlimited VSAT plans for emergency personnel. We understand that the dish is not used every day, and we price it as such.  
  Toughsat On Trailers    
 
These Toughsats are mounted on 5th wheel trailers to create mobile classrooms. GG
 
This bus uses two Toughsat systems for redundant connectivity to two different satellites, and for added speed using a dual WAN.
 
     
 
Both the 1.2 and .98 meter Toughsats stows to a height below 12" (30.5cm). The T-100 Communication Trailer is totally self contained with an onboard 1000 or 2000 watt generator.
 
Weather proof, easy twist submarine rated connectors, internal weather proof electronics housing, stainless steel & aluminum construction, are just a few of the environmental upgrades for Toughsat to travel and operate anywhere.
 
     
 
The Toughsat ACU screens are accessible with any browser. In addition to detailed system information are system parameters, manual controls, override screens, software updating, history screens, and of course Find, Stow and Stop buttons.
 
The powerful 6 watt radio (BUC) works in the most extreme weather for our performance 5Mb x 2Mb or high-speed satellite services. The skew motors are able to precisely calibrate polarization (horizontal or vertical) with any line-of-site satellite.
 
  Toughsat Controller Front and Back    
The Toughsat TS2 ACU (Antenna Control Unit) has easy one-button "Deploy" and "Stow" buttons for simple operation. Also, the full function integrated wireless G router with a 4 port Ethernet hub on the back of the ACU.
 
The Toughsat TS2 ACU operates silent with no fan. The iDirect Evolution X5 satellite router is also silent, and is standard equipment. (Rackmount 1.5 RU bracketing for the iDirect satellite modem is not shown)
 
  Toughsat XP 1.2 Meter Dimentions   Toughsat XP 1.2 Meter Mounting Template  
 
The Toughsat XP 1.2 Meter system uses 67.5 inches of space on top of a vehicle roof. Stow heights are less than the XP .98 meter at below 12" (30.5cm).
  Click here for detailed dimensions of the 1.2 Meter permanent placement on any truck, trailer or RV roof. The rotational sweep of the dish is high enough to clear Air Conditioners and other items.  
  Toughsat .98 Meter Dish Dimensions   Roof Template  
 
The Toughsat .98 Meter (Both the XP and SP) has a very small footprint on top of any rig or vehicle roof. Stow heights are below 12" (30.5cm).
 
Click here for detailed dimensions of the .98 Meter permanent placement on any truck, trailer or RV roof. The rotational sweep of the dish is high enough to clear Air Conditioners and other items.
 
  Toughsat XP stowed   Toughsat XP Deployed  
 
The Toughsat XP .98 and 1.2 meter dishes both stow below a height of 12"... Good for rig clearance issues. Flimsy roofs are easily reinforced with 2 lengths of aluminum quarter angle.
 
The Toughsat does not require a lot of space on top of a roof. Deployed, the boom can clear air conditioners, or other installed equipment. more info
 
  Flyaway Mobile Satellite Internet    
 
The optional Flyaway Case-Based Toughsat is a complete Toughsat system in three pieces that can be transported and operated by a single individual.
 
The Toughsat Fly And Drive system allows the Flyaway Case to be easily mounted on any roof rack. The Toughsat is video streaming capable for live events with a streaming services.
 
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