AvalonRF Debuts its UAV links with TAGs New Aerial UAV Close Surveillance Capabilities at the 77th Oscars
In support of joint security operations provided by Los Angeles Police Department ? LAPD, the FBI and Department of Homeland Security - DHS, Tactical Aerospace Group (TAG) was on site at the 77th Oscars ? Academy Awards in Hollywood
with a UAV helicopter to provide an aerial downlink and the ability to facilitate immediate incident response to any security breach.The new unmanned aerial surveillance capability allows local command and control authorities to immediately create a stationery camera position over any location within seconds as well as provide a constant roving patrol over all exterior aspects of the event. The onboard video link can be directed from the ground by the local command center to identify specific points or persons of interest and then be merged into the wide area video distribution network to provide supervisory oversight to local, state and regional commanders as well as a real time feed directly to Washington and national Department of Homeland Security headquarters.Onboard and ground control video downlinks for TAG were supplied by Avalon RF (www.avalonrf.com) and featured their new TA08 Tracking Antenna system offering a range of up to 25 miles. Also on display was a PDA style handheld unit (V38R) for displaying the live video feed from the UAV and placing it in the hands of any officer or security personnel on the ground.TAG's
www.tacticalaerospacegroup.com low altitude loitering capability marks a new era in security and event monitoring for civil applications and a represents a significant advance in facilitating a directed aerial force multiplier for law enforcement and national security operations.The new TAG "C" series helicopter which is directly derived from the advanced military VTOL UAVs from TAG, are specifically designed as a lower cost UAV helicopter solution for civil applications such as law enforcement, fire departments, electronic news gathering, traffic patrol and civil defense.The TA04, TA08 and TA16 are a family of "No Moving Parts" passive tracking antenna systems is designed for video links to/from moving platforms that are tuned to any frequency band in the spectrum from 300MHz to 2.5GHz. Higher frequencies are available using external up/down converters. Tuning is via a RS232 port or via a remote control.Advantages of the "No Moving Parts" Tracking Antenna Receivers:? Extends the range of UAV/UGV/USV links 6:1 to 128:1 with (versus OMNI directional antennas) no moving parts and without increasing transmitter power.? Works on vehicles and small boats in motion.
No need to stop.? Eliminates the need for direction finding. ? Small and low weight. Tuning range - 460MHz-2.5GHz, C Band, KU Band? Ground Systems - V38R Rugged PDA with TR430-2G, running Windows CE.Includes a daylight readable 3.5" display, biometrics, bar code reader, camera/flash with a 2GB SD card storage, microphone and speaker, USB, RS232, IRDT, 802.11g, Bluetooth & TR430-2G/GPS. Replaceable battery lasts for 8 hours. Low cost handheld device for short range UAV, UGV and USVs- HMPC-1.6 Wireless helmet mounted wearable computer, running Windows XP Embedded (or Linux) (includes Module F, Module D and TR430-3G x 2 (for diversity).
Optional Module C for TCP/IP + USB + on board DVR)Hands free, light weight (under 1Lbs) ground station operating with Rockwell/Collins KEO HMD display. Allows operations of a UAV while in motion.About Tactical Aerospace Group (TAG):Tactical Aerospace Group (TAG) manufacturers autonomous and remotely piloted unmanned aerial helicopters and develops or integrates flight control systems, instrumentation and various payload technologies for military, civil, media, surveillance, scientific and research applications.About AValon RF Inc.: AValonRF designs and produces state-of-the-art wireless links that include receivers, transmitters, Wearable computers, In Car Video Systems, remote display units, DVRs, rugged wireless PDAs, Rugged PCs, No moving parts tracking Antennas, Wireless Microphones, Miniature MPEG 4 Encoders, Miniature MPEG4 Decoders and a variety of specialized antennas. AvalonRF also designs and produces wireless terrestrial "last mile" mobile UHF, narrow band, high data rate, 802.22 based solutions. AvalonRF intelligent true diversity technology provides broadcast quality interference-free video links over the frequency spectrum of 56MHz to 2.5GHz. A wireless link from Avalon RF is an affordable easy to install video solution with superior image quality.
AValonRF is a privately held company headquartered in El Cajon (San Diego). More information about AValonRF is available online at www.avalonrf.com. AValonRF Contact: Tommy Orpaz Vice President, Business Development AValonRF, Inc San Diego, CA(619) 401-1969e-mail protected from spam bots.
DISH Network Satellite TV Dealers - Which One Has the Best Deal?
DISH Network Satellite TV Dealers
Satellite TV is one of the hottest online products on the market today, and because of that a number of DISH Network dealers have set up shop on the Internet to sell satellite TV services.
But how do you know which dealers are reputable, and which dealer will give you the best price and the best service? I spent a number of hours researching DISH Network satellite TV dealers for The Satellite TV Guide and found three that stand head and shoulders above the rest.
Here's my review of the top three DISH Network satellite TV dealers so you can compare dealers and decide for yourself.
Allsat (Highly Recommended)
Allsat was established in 1995, when DISH Network first started broadcasting it's satellite TV programming. It began as a brick and mortar satellite TV store, then went online in 1997.
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S&C?s PureWave UPS? System Protects Computers at U.S. Government Facility
Franklin, WI (ContentDesk) February 11, 2004 -- Power quality is imperative for a government installation at the Redstone Arsenal in Alabama. The existing standby generator set needs 15 seconds to start up . . . much too long for the facility's computers to endure.
Facility managers recognized this vulnerability and sought an uninterruptible power supply system that could serve the computers for the crucial 15 seconds. They selected an S&C PureWave UPS System.
It's designed to protect an entire facility against voltage sags and power outages for a minimum of 30 seconds at 100% load.
The 480-volt, 1250-kVA/1000-kW PureWave UPS System was installed in December 2003. It is the first installation of the PureWave UPS System with a large, natural-gas-fueled generator set.
The unique design of the PureWave UPS System provides maximum reliability at minimum cost.A broad range of power protection solutions are available from S&C Electric Company's Power Quality...
S&C?s PureWave UPS? System Protects Computers at U.S. Government Facility
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“Best of Show” Awards Announced at Portable Media Expo and Podcasting Conference 2005
Ontario, California (ContentDesk via ContentDesk Direct) November 11, 2005 - The Portable Media Expo and Podcasting Conference 2005, which starts today in Southern California, announced the recipients of the Best of Show Awards. The Award recipients are chosen by a committee of podcasters, journalists and opinion leaders in technology.
Recipients will be recognized at the Portable Media Expo and Podcasting Conference 2005 Awards Reception on Friday, November 11th at 5:00pm at the Ontario Marriott.Best Portable Media Player:ARCHOS AV 500 Mobile DVR Best Audio Recording Hardware ($500 and under)M-AudioMicroTrack 24/96Best Audio Recording Hardware ($500 and over)Marantz ProfessionalPMD 670Best Portable Audio PlayermobiBLUDAH-1500iBest PC Audio Editing SoftwareAdobeAuditionBest Video Editing Softwaremuvee Technologiesautoproducer 4Best Mac Audio Editing SoftwareBiasPeak Pro 5Best "All-Inclusive" Podcasting SoftwareIndustrial Audio...
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S&C's PureWave AVC Approved by Arizona Utility to Eliminate Voltage Flicker Problems for Metal Recycler.
A metal recycler in Phoenix, AZ, is installing an S&C Electric Company PureWave AVC? Adaptive VAR Compensator to eliminate voltage flicker resulting from the very large current surges caused by their car shredding operation.
The recycler plans to add a new 6,000-HP shredder to their operation and has been working with the local utility to solve the voltage flicker problem and reduce the possibility of power factor penalties. The utility approved S&C's AVC to provide the necessary reactive power compensation. The 8,000-kVAR, 4.16-kV PureWave AVC is scheduled to be installed in October 2003.
It will reduce the voltage fluctuations and manage the reactive power flow, and improve power quality for other customers on the utility feeder.
It will also increase the capability of the metal recycler, enabling them to shred more cars per hour, around the clock. Produced by S&C's Power Quality Products Division, the PureWave AVC is ideal for such diverse applications as...
S&C's PureWave AVC Approved by Arizona Utility to Eliminate Voltage Flicker Problems for Metal Recycler.
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Free Satellite TV
Television that comes through communication satellites is referred to as satellite television. Digital signals are beamed from satellites to users and these are of three primary types: signals received directly by the viewer, that received by local television affiliates for distribution, or reception by headends for distribution through cables.
Of the many satellite TV systems Dish Network and Direct TV are the main players. Both offer "free" satellite TV systems for four rooms with a bouquet of other services like over 250 program selections.
What is free to a first time user is the equipment needed to capture the TV signals. Otherwise one has to pay for viewing and choose a package that suits personal requirements. Many companies and online sites offer free services and enticing satellite TV deals but most of these are scams.
Beware of traps and believe in the maxim "nothing in life is for free."
Choose a service that has an established...
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Cable vs. Satellite TV -- Which is Best?
The move is on. Last year millions of Americans switched from cable TV to satellite TV.Why? When you compare satellite TV to cable TV you'll discover the main reasons are cost, picture quality, program choices, and customer satisfaction.Let's check out the differences ...Cable vs. Satellite TV FeesCable TV fees across the country average $39.99 per month. In our area the cost for cable TV is $37.30 a month for 64 channels, plus $10.95 a month to add digital channels. Installation in one room is $39.95, plus $9.95 for each additional room.Satellite TV fees from Dish Network are $31.99 per month for 60 channels, while DirecTV charges $41.99 per month for 115 channels.
Both satellite TV providers currently offer free satellite TV equipment and free installation in up to four rooms.Cable vs. Satellite TV ProgrammingCable TV in most areas offers almost as many channels as satellite TV, and is broadcast in analog (over-the-air) format. If you want to have digital picture and sound you'll...
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