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e. The F2/F3 mount

The DataStorm F2 .98 meter mobile internet satellite system is the first true two-way system approved by DirecWay and the FCC. Designed to automatically acquire the internet satellite in the sky, the DataStorm F2 uses motors, gears, and a GPS system to adapt to the mobile environment. It's unique fold-down design [12" when stowed] lets most vehicles become a stable platform for installation. The D series DataStorm controllers give the DataStorm F2 true plug-and-play capabilities with any computer or network. Currently compatible with the DiRECWAY, iDirect, and UNASAT platforms, the F2 can adapt to practically any satellite platform and environment.

The DataStorm F3 1.2 meter mobile internet satellite system was the first true two-way system approved by DirecWay and the FCC. Designed to automatically acquire the internet satellite in the sky, the DataStorm F3 uses motors, gears, and a GPS system to adapt to the mobile environment. It's unique fold-down design [12" when stowed] lets most vehicles become a stable platform for installation. The F3 is no longer manufactured by MotoSAT but we still support it and as a certified installer you may be asked to provide onsite support for one of these units.


Click here to see the F2 operations envelope.

DataStorm F2 Technical Specs

REFLECTOR TYPE
Efficiency: 70%  
Midband Gain:(14.125 Tx, 11.725 Rx); RX-41.9 dBi, TX-43 dBi
Noise Temperature: Typical, 61K@10°EL, 53K@30°EL
Focal Length: 25 in/63.5 cm
f/D: 0.635
Offset Angle: 22°
Polarization: Transmitter Rotation (Static Dish)
Deployment Sensors: GPS, Tilt Sensors

MAXIMUM MOUNT ROTATION
Elevation: 140°
Azimuth: 370°
Skew (Polarization): 190°
Max look angle at: +66°

MOTORS
3-Motor Axis: Elevation, Azimuth, Skew
Typical Motor Voltage: 3 Amps
Surge Motor Voltage: 6 Amps

SPEED
Deploying Elevation: 1° per second
Deploying Azimuth: 10° per second
Peaking: 12° per second
(Acquisition time is 4 to 7 minutes typical)

DIMENSIONS OF DISH
Length (Stowed): 53 Inches
Width (Stowed): 48 Inches
Height (Stowed): 12.5 Inches
Weight: 195lbs

CABLING
Transmit & Receive Cables: RG6
Electrical Data Interface Cable [Control Cable]: 9 conductor 18AWG 30'

ENVIRONMENT
Wind Deployed: 50-60 mph
Wind Stowed: 120 mph
Temperature: Operational from -40°F to 125°F

CONTROLLER
D3 Ethernet Controller
D3 Dimensions: 10"L x 7"W x 2"H
D3 Interface: D3-Ethernet to computer [crossover], or network
Software: Embedded; computer independent
Controller Voltage: 15V DC 6.6 Amp, 500mAMP
Modem Compatibility: DiRECWAY DW4020, DW6000, DW7000,
DW7700 [no DW4000]; iDirect; UNASAT

D2 Ethernet Controller
D2 Dimensions: D2 Dimensions: 10"L x 11"W x 2"H
D2 Interface: D2-Ethernet to computer [crossover], or network
Software: Embedded; computer independent
Controller Voltage: 15V DC 6.6 Amp, 500mAMP
Modem Compatibility: DiRECWAY DW4020, DW6000, DW7000,
DW7700 [no DW4000]; iDirect

D1 Serial Controller
D1 Dimensions: 12"L x 8"W x 1"H
D1 Interface: D1-Serial to computer
Software: Windows only compatible
Controller Voltage: 15V DC 6.6 Amp
Modem Compatibility: DiRECWAY DW4000, DW4020

MODEM REQUIREMENTS
DiRECWAY: DW4000 [with D1 serial controller], DW4020, DW6000,
DW7000, DW7700
iDirect platform compatible
UNASAT platform compatible

Click here to see the F3 operations envelope.

DataStorm F3 Technical Specs

REFLECTOR TYPE
Efficiency: 70%  
Midband Gain:(14.125 Tx, 11.725 Rx); RX-41.5 dBi, TX-43 dBi
Noise Temperature: Typical, 58K@10°EL, 53K@30°EL
Focal Length: 30 in/76.2 cm
f/D: 0.8
Offset Angle: 22°
Polarization: Transmitter Rotation (Static Dish)
Deployment Sensors: GPS, Tilt Sensors

MAXIMUM MOUNT ROTATION
Elevation: 140°
Azimuth: 370°
Skew (Polarization): 190°
Max look angle at: +66°

MOTORS
3-Motor Axis: Elevation, Azimuth, Skew
Typical Motor Voltage: 3 Amps
Surge Motor Voltage: 6 Amps

SPEED
Deploying Elevation: 1° per second
Deploying Azimuth: 10° per second
Peaking: 12° per second
(Acquisition time is 4 to 7 minutes typical)

DIMENSIONS OF DISH
Length (Stowed): 64 Inches
Width (Stowed): 48 Inches
Height (Stowed): 12.5 Inches
Weight: 195lbs

CABLING
Transmit & Receive Cables: RG6
Electrical Data Interface Cable [Control Cable]: 9 conductor 18AWG 30'

ENVIRONMENT
Wind Deployed: 50-60 mph
Wind Stowed: 120 mph
Temperature: Operational from -40°F to 125°F

CONTROLLER
D3 Ethernet Controller
D3 Dimensions: 10"L x 7"W x 2"H
D3 Interface: D3-Ethernet to computer [crossover], or network
Software: Embedded; computer independent
Controller Voltage: 15V DC 6.6 Amp, 500mAMP
Modem Compatibility: DiRECWAY DW4020, DW6000, DW7000,
DW7700 [no DW4000]; iDirect; UNASAT

D2 Ethernet Controller
D2 Dimensions: D2 Dimensions: 10"L x 11"W x 2"H
D2 Interface: D2-Ethernet to computer [crossover], or network
Software: Embedded; computer independent
Controller Voltage: 15V DC 6.6 Amp, 500mAMP
Modem Compatibility: DiRECWAY DW4020, DW6000, DW7000,
DW7700 [no DW4000]; iDirect

D1 Serial Controller
D1 Dimensions: 12"L x 8"W x 1"H
D1 Interface: D1-Serial to computer
Software: Windows only compatible
Controller Voltage: 15V DC 6.6 Amp
Modem Compatibility: DiRECWAY DW4000, DW4020

MODEM REQUIREMENTS
DiRECWAY: DW4000 [with D1 serial controller], DW4020, DW6000,
DW7000, DW7700
iDirect platform compatible
UNASAT platform compatible

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