SatCom Electronicsô Debuts SatCom Passportô Mini Plus, Portable Flat-Antenna System That Allows DBS-TV Reception From Anywhere
SatCom Electronicsô, Inc. of San Diego, California, introduces the SatCom PASSportô Mini Plus, a one-piece flat-panel satellite antenna system with Integrated LNB (Low Noise Block) for Direct Broadcast (DBS) ñTV applications. The portable SatCom PASSPort Mini Plus package includes the compact (12"" x 16"") SatCom PASSPort Mini Plus antenna, the Digital Satellite Seeker, and all necessary components for connection and mounting. The SatCom Passport Mini Plus antenna is a low profile flat-panel design and lightweight unit (5lbs) that is designed for profitability. The antenna requires no assembly; users simply plug, aim, play and enjoy satellite TV programming anywhere. Satellite signal reception is accomplished through the SatCom PASSportís advanced phased array antenna technology, in which many small, radiating elements work together in phase to form a peak energy beam aimed at a satellite signal. ""Our SatCom PASSport Mini Plus antenna is the most compact portable DBS-TV antenna system in the world,"" said Dr. H. H. Chung, President of SatCom Electronics. ""For the first time people will be able to watch satellite TV anytime and anywhere by simply attaching the SatCom PASSport Mini Plus to a tripod or table mount, connecting it to a receiver, and using the Digital Satellite Seeker to aim the antenna to the proper satellite. SatCom PASSport Mini Plus setup is that simple."" The SatCom PASSport Mini Plus (MP-1001A model) is compatible with all current mini-dish DBS receivers for DIRECTVô and DISH Networkô systems. It includes a built-in insert for standard camera tripod mounting. The SatCom Digital Satellite Seeker is a pocket-sized meter that assists with satellite antenna setup. When connected to the SatCom PASSPort satellite antenna, the Seeker ensures that proper aim is established quickly. Users simply observe a LCD display that measures satellite signal strength (the highest numerical reading corresponds to the strongest satellite signal) to achieve the optimum antenna-to-satellite alignment. In addition to the SatCom PASSPort antenna and Digital Satellite Seeker, the package includes a custom carrying case, portable mount, a 30-foot and l-foot cable, and a compass. The SatCom PASSPort Mini Plus antenna and the SatCom Digital Satellite Seeker are both recipients of the 1998 International CES Innovation Awards. The SatCom PASSPort Mini Plus package (model MP-1001-PKG) carries a suggested retail price of $399.95 and is available at selected electronics retail outlets. The SatCom Digital Satellite Seeker (model DSS-1001A) may also be purchased separately at a suggested retail price of $59.95. For more information on SatCom Electronics product availability, visit SatCom Electronics on the web at www.satcomweb.com or phone Dr. H. H. Chung at 858 486 6600. SatCom Electronics is a leader in the development of portable and mobile satellite communications products. The SatCom Electronics management and engineering teams focus on developing innovative, easy-to-use, and affordable wireless products that represent tomorrow's technology today.