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New Analog To Digital Converter From Paradox Marine Allows Internet Viewing

Chris Johnson — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 01:38:58 GMT

Fort Lauderdale, Florida (USA) -Boat security systems supplier Paradox Marine has introduced a analog to digital (A/D) converter to enable yacht owners and captains to view images captured by onboard CCTV surveillance cameras over the Internet. The new A/D converter (inset in photo at left) connects to the Paradox Marine WatchMate yacht monitoring system, which enables monitoring of conditions on board from anywhere on a PC or mobile phone with Internet access. "Many boats already have surveillance cameras on board, but the signal is analog so there's no way to view the images remotely. Our new A/D converter solves this problem," said Jay Keenan, Paradox Marine Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Marine Watchmate, introduced at the Miami International Boat Show earlier this year, allows users to watch live video of their yacht, be alerted if temperature rises above a pre-set level, if water is detected in bilge or living areas, if motion is detected in a private area, or even if the yacht loses shore power. The system is virtually plug n' play and easy to set up. Marine Watchmate features: Cameras for live video monitoring from anywhere (cabin & deck available) Water sensors for bilge and living areas...

KVH Begins Rollout of Global Ku-band mini-VSAT Broadband Satellite Communications Network

Chris Johnson — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 18:19:34 GMT

New agreement between KVH and ViaSat will expand geographic coverage of popular maritime service and compact TracPhone antennas MIDDLETOWN, RI - In a move to offer faster, more affordable broadband connections to a growing market of leisure, commercial, and government vessels worldwide, KVH Industries, Inc., ( Nasdaq: KVHI ) today announced a new agreement with ViaSat, Inc., ( Nasdaq: VSAT ) to begin the global rollout of the popular mini-VSAT Broadband sm satellite communications service. Together with the compact 24-inch (60 cm) KVH TracPhone ® V7 antenna, the mini-VSAT Broadband service is already offering regional Voice over IP telephone service and Internet access as fast as 512 Kbps (upload) and 2 Mbps (download) at fixed monthly rates to mariners throughout North America, the Caribbean, the North Atlantic, and Europe. Under this agreement, KVH and ViaSat are planning to roll out an exclusive global network offering access to KVH's mini-VSAT Broadband service for maritime use with airtime revenue to be shared between the two companies. As part of the coverage expansion, KVH has agreed to acquire satellite capacity from Ku-band satellite operators as well as purchase three new regional satellite hubs from ViaSat. These hubs will use ViaSat's ArcLight ® spread...

Global Satellite USA Guarentees Mobile Satellite Service At 384 KBPS Streaming IP Service In Remote Locations w/ THURAIP

Chris Johnson — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:28:47 GMT

World's Smallest Broadband Data Service Fort Lauderdale, FL: July 16th 2008 : Global Satellite USA, the leading provider in global satellite communications for the yachting and marine, oil and gas, broadcasting, government and emergency management industries, is pleased to announce the launch of Thuraya IP, the new advanced satellite modem that guarantees internet connectivity at an incredible 384 kbps for streaming IP across 110 countries, in remote locations. Now for the first time, bandwidth-hungry applications such as transmission of store and forward video, live video and video conferencing can be deployed at highly competitive rates. Martin Fierstone, President of Global Satellite USA, comments, "As a premier provider of Thuraya, its exciting to be one of the first organizations in the US to have access to a superior ‘always on' quick Internet access, that is ultra lightweight at less than 3lbs. Although small and compact, it also has a high level of robustness with Ingress Protection (IPSS), making this combination ideal for the oil and gas industry or any other tough environment. The Thuraya IP is extremely easy to use and has a basic ‘plug and play' policy. There is an Ethernet Interface (RJ45), a USB Interface and most importantly, no...

Affordable High Speed Internet Connectivity Anytime, Anywhere With Sabre 1 Satellite Broadband Connector

Chris Johnson — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 04:21:51 GMT

YACHT SHOW AT NATIONAL HARBOR, DC BOOTH #B11 Fort Lauderdale, FL: June 5 th , 2008 : Global Satellite USA, one of the leading providers of satellite communications for the yachting industry will be launching Sabre TM 1, a sub-laptop sized, self-contained terminal that provides high speed connectivity for email, voice, messaging, VPN, FTP, VoIP, FoIP and video media streaming via Inmarsat's Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN). The main difference between this terminal and others on the market is price...no other product on the market can beat these features for as low as $2,500! "Anyone who travels regularly in remote locations will find this small terminal invaluable. Your "traveling office" can be up and running in seconds", explains Global Satellite USA, CEO Martin Fierstone. Sabre TM 1 has been designed for the non-technical user, so no special software or training is required. There is a built-in Ethernet, a Bluetooth module and an Analog phone interface, so you can be talking and sending large files of data simultaneously. Sabre TM 1 has a data rate up to 384 kbps, with a streaming IP speed of up to 64 kbps. The Bluetooth module provides wireless connectivity up to 100 yards and can...

Stay Connected At Sea With Inmarsat's Fleetbroadband From Global Satellite USA

Chris Johnson — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 04:51:28 GMT

YACHT SHOW AT NATIONAL HARBOR, DC BOOTH #B11 Fort Lauderdale , FL : June 5 th , 2008 : While setting sail on your super yacht might be considered ‘getting away from it all', you still want to know that you have the very best connectivity solution at your fingertips. Ensuring that your business runs smoothly is just as important while you're at sea as when you're on shore. The ability to be in touch 24/7 - if you need to be - is essential. For your global satellite maritime internet solution, there is only one name to remember.... Fleetbroadband . This revolutionary global satellite Internet system delivers the highest broadband speeds in a compact domed antenna. Fleetbroadband is the first maritime communications platform that makes Internet usage at sea nearly identical to land based networks. Simply plug this into your onboard LAN and all systems can connect to the Internet. Regardless of type or size of vessel, Fleet- Broadband offers a compact solution no matter your position or conditions at sea. With compact and easy to install equipment, your vessel is effectively transformed in to a broadband floating office, with simultaneous access to voice and high speed data, along...

CruiseNet Offers Internet Access for the Boating World

Chris Johnson — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 03:46:54 GMT

CruiseNet Offers Internet Access for the Boating World Always-on, high-speed cellular routers for the marine world Boaters no longer have to sacrifice their high-speed internet connection, either at the docks or on a long voyage. Shakespeare introduces CruiseNet, for internet access that works just like home or office broadband connections. The high-speed cellular network is automatically accesed when a computer is connected. With the wireless Wi-Fi connection option, remote access is also available. Shakespeare employs a full-power system approach, resulting in fewer dropped calls, faster connection and up to 50 miles range when used with Shakespeare's larger external antenna. Even while underway, boaters can use CruiseNet to send email, check online weather, research the next harbor, surf for news or check stocks, even download streaming videos. The Shakespeare CruiseNet includes a 4-port EV-DO or 1xRTT cellular router (depending on provider) and detachable Shakespeare marine cellular antenna. An optional Wi-Fi router for wireless connectivity is included in specified packages. The cellular router, engineeered to commercial specs, is many times faster than dial-up and more dependable than PC card-based systems. A built-in firewall protects against hackers. The versatility of EV-DO cellular networks also allows surveillance and monitoring of sensitive equipment, such as...