VANCOUVER, April 15, 2015 /CNW/ - Norsat International
Inc. ("Norsat") (TSX: NII and NYSE MKT: NSAT), a leading
provider of innovative communication solutions that enable the
transmission of data, audio and video for remote and challenging
applications, today announced that the Company has received an
order from the Defense Media Activity (DMA) to purchase Norsat's
GLOBETrekkerTM 2.0 portable satellite terminals, along
with Norsat's 50W ATOM series Block Upconverters (BUCs) to enable
satellite uplink of live high definition or standard definition
video from the field, as well as data transfer and email
access.
The DMA is the U.S. Department of Defense's direct line of
communication for news and information to its forces worldwide. The
agency presents news, information and entertainment on a variety of
media platforms, including radio, television, internet, print media
and emerging media technologies. DMA informs millions of active,
Guard and Reserve service members, civilian employees, contractors,
military retirees and their families in the U.S. and abroad.
Norsat's GLOBETrekker 2.0 is a lightweight, fully-motorized,
portable 1 or 1.2 meter aperture, auto acquire VSAT terminal that
was built to military rugged specifications and is MIL-STD-810G and
Eutelsat certified. The GLOBETrekker 2.0 has an integrated Norsat
LNB, Norsat 50W ATOM BUC, a modem specified by the customer, an
MPEG2/4SD/HD Encoder and a DVBS/S-2 modulator to provide superior
portability. The GLOBETrekker 2.0 packs into three airline
checkable cases and assembles in minutes without any tools.
GLOBETrekker 2.0's two button interface makes satellite acquisition
as easy as a push of a button. The terminal's electronics are
raised off the ground so it can be operated in very muddy or wet
conditions while digital leveling allows it to operate on uneven or
inclined ground.
Norsat's flagship software, LinkControl 7, is also integrated
into the GLOBETrekker 2.0 terminal. With features including
unlimited pre-configured profiles, component auto-detection, built
in troubleshooting, closed loop power control, USB software
recovery, and manual override mode, novice users can easily build
and operate the equipment while advanced users can access powerful
tools such as an integrated spectrum analyzer and modem control for
advanced
operation.
Dr. Amiee Chan, chief executive
officer of Norsat, commented, "Norsat is pleased that the DMA
selected our GLOBETrekker, one of Norsat's flagship products, in
order to enable communications with U.S. military forces stationed
worldwide. Our focus on delivering custom products quickly was key
to winning this order and we are proud to have met the stringent
design and performance criteria of DMA."
The GLOBETrekker terminals are expected to ship in Q3 of 2015
with global training and support services following the terminal
deliveries.
About Norsat International Inc.
Founded in 1977,
Norsat International Inc. is a leading provider of innovative
communication solutions that enable the transmission of data, audio
and video for remote and challenging applications. Norsat's
products and services include leading-edge product design and
development, production, distribution and infield support and
service of fly-away satellite terminals, microwave components,
antennas, Radio Frequency (RF) conditioning products, maritime
based satellite terminals and remote network connectivity
solutions. More information is available at www.norsat.com, via
email at investor@norsat.com or by phone at 1-604-821-2800.
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concerning anticipated developments in Norsat's operations in
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results or anticipated developments will be realized. For the
reasons set forth above, investors should not place undue reliance
on forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are
made as of the date of this news release and Norsat assumes no
obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or
circumstances, other than as required by law.
SOURCE Norsat International Inc.