The ATPS-1200 Antenna Tracking & Positioning System comprises of the ATP-1200 AZ/EL antenna pedestal, IDT-1200 heavy duty tripod assembly and the ATS-1200 pedestal controller. The rugged system was developed to be transported in a HMMWV shelter. The system can be provided with a receiver for data downlinks. Since the system tracks on a GPS-signal, it is frequency independent and multi-band operation is available in several user-specific frequencies.

Synchro resolvers provide position feedback to the controller. The pedestal is rated for a 100% duty cycle. Slip-ring interfaces - for 360-degree continuous azimuth rotation are available as an option on both models.

The system controller can be either a 19" rack mounted ATS-1200 controller or a weath erproof enclosure assembly mounted directly on the pedestal. Each controller provides front panel control and monitoring of the system.

The controller can be used to manually point the antenna with a joystick, or automatically follow a pointing vector commanded by the remote serial link (GPS tracking) in the 'Auto Track' mode. The system is provided with a ground display software package and laptop computer which provides aircraft track over GIS/GPS data interfaces.

Power for the ATPS-1200 system is provided by the controller. A receive RF cable and control/power cable are the only connections between the pedestal and the controller. 

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The ATPS-2000 is a complete vehicle tracking and antenna positioning system that utilizes our unique GPS-based tracking technology. The ATPS-2000 is a field-proven system that provides 359-stop or optional continuous 360 degree coverage in azimuth and -5 to +95 degrees in elevation. The ATPS-2000 is offered in a tripod mount version or with heavy duty pedestal mounts. The system comprises the AZ/EL antenna pedestal, IDT-2000 heavy duty tripod assembly, and the ATS-2000 pedestal controller. The system can be pedestal-mounted for multi-stacked antenna arrays/dishes or tripod-mounted for portable use with smaller antennas. This rugged system is easily transportable and has minimal electrical requirements. Easily deployable, a complete tracking and telemetry system can be ready for operation within minutes. Simplicity and ease of operation reduce crew requirements and operator training. Frequency bands from 27 MHz to 2.2 GHz can be accommodated. The ATPS-2000 can be installed on an expandable mast for extended range and over-the- horizon operations.