Satellite Operators Issue Antenna Guidelines for Interference Reduction

Satellite operators AsiaSat, Eutelsat, Inmarsat, Intelsat and SES plus the Global VSAT Forum issued guidance to antenna makers on how to comply with their new satellite operator minimum performance specifications. GVF said the SOMAP initiative and requirements are aimed in part at reducing interference. It said SOMAP covers antenna testing and performance requirements, plus performance data on manufacturer product data sheets.