The flyaway systems have been designed to provide transmissions to the NileSat satellite in the DBS band and comprise a 1.2 metre antenna, redundant 100 watt amplifiers and digital transmit chain. The systems are part of the Advent Mantis range of flyaway systems of which over 400 units have been delivered and are in daily service throughout the world. All Mantis systems are lighter and more compact than any alternative equipment and are characterised by their ease of operation and high reliability. The equipment supplied is from a comprehensive range of satellite communications products provided by Advent, the leading supplier of flyaway, vehicle base and fixed earth station systems. Top of Page Advent NewSwift receives Millennium Product Status NewSwift a unique integrated satellite communications terminal designed and manufactured by Advent Communications has received Millennium product status from the Design Council.
Millennium products is the nation-wide search for the UK's most innovative products and services.
Only products, which are available on the market and reach the selection criteria including innovation and creativity, receive such an award. The NewSwift system is primarily used by broadcasting companies and service providers to provide live transmissions from news and sports events, other applications include the transmission of voice, fax and data communications. The NewSwift system is already a major commercial success and is in use with broadcasters, news service providers, mobile radio operators and emergency services throughout the world including Europe, North and South America, The Middle East, Africa and South East Asia. A further advantage of mounting the RF equipment on the antenna assembly is that the space available within the vehicle for other equipment is maximised. Advent Communications Ltd was established in 1986 and has developed into one of the world's leading suppliers of satellite communications equipment.