| The VertexRSI 2.4m SM-LT Troposcatter Antenna utilizes either a “conventional” C-Band (4.4 to 5.0 GHz) feed or a proprietary dual-beam Ku-Band feed (14.9 to 15.4 GHz) to provide high-quality, over-the-horizon communications. | 
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In C-Band applications, space diversity is normally achieved using dual antennas in each terminal. For Ku-Band applications, a unique, patent-pending, dual-beam feed is incorporated to provide two closely-spaced beams in elevation to achieve angle diversity in the troposcatter link.
Engineered to stringent standards for multiple applications, the 2.4m SM-LT delivers performance suitable for multi-band satcom and troposcatter operation. Various modes and/or frequency bands of operation are readily accommodated via interchangeable feed packages, making the antenna truly field-configurable. In any operational mode or frequency band, antenna performance is outstanding, with high gain, low sidelobes and high crosspol and port-to-port isolation values. The use of carbon fiber technology and precisionmachined aluminum components provides the ultimate in transportability, wind performance and longevity in tactical environments.
With an integral azimuth over elevation cable drive and lower azimuth bearing, the antenna system is readily fitted to HMMWVs, trailers or transportable pallets. The 2.4m SM-LT is fully compatible with the industry-standard VertexRSI Model 123T Antenna Control System, which provides position control and tracking, as well as auto-deploy and auto-stow functionality for both troposcatter and satcom modes of operation.
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