Predator © XP SATCOM Data Link
Persistent ISR
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L3’s Predator© XP SATCOM data link subsystem provides real-time over-the-horizon
Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) data to help ensure mission success.
Our SATCOM subsystem uses commercial geostationary satellites to facilitate full-duplex
SATCOM linking of the Predator XP UAV to the remote control facility. The command
link provides real-time control and data. The return link transfers real-time payload data,
such as High-Definition (HD) EO/IR motion video.
Communication Systems–West
Predator © XP SATCOM Data Link
Persistent ISR
Product Description
The Predator XP ISR Communications System III. Local and remote control equipment, including a
will typically include: transportable Satellite Earth Terminal Subsystem (SETSS)
(IESS-208, Type E2) with full-duplex receive and transmit
I. Predator XP UAV, fully equipped with sensors, ATC radio,
capability. Equipment would include full connectivity to
Line-of-Sight (LOS) data links and SATCOM.
voice communications. Remote pilot accomplishes Air
The SATCOM data link is the subject of this data sheet.
Traffic Control (ATC) with authorities near flight path via
II. Transponder lease(s) on commercial geosynchronous data links and onboard AN/ARC-210 radio.
satellites.
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Salt Lake City, Utah 84116-0850
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International: +801-594-2000
Fax: 801-594-3003
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