The MD500 is the next step in mobile satellite TV's evolution. Its skewing dish face enables simultaneous multi-satellite acquisition with the push of a button. Using the new Nomad Universal DVB Controller, the MD500 is capable of picking up true Dish Network 500 and Bell ExpressVu using the Nomad DVB tuner. The DVB tuner identifies a satellite by reading its digital video broadcast signal Another version slated to shortly arrive will feature DirecTV and DirecTV HDTV compatibility. Switching between services is just a flick of a switch on the Controller's rear panel. Come and experience the revolution in mobile satellite TV! Available now

Technical Specifications:

Reflector Type:

• 20" Effective area, elliptical offset

Maximum Mount Rotation:

• Elevation: 145°
• Azimuth: 375°
• Skew (Polarization): -55°
• Max look angle at: 75°

Motor:

• 3-Motor Axis: Elevation, Azimuth, Skew
• Typical Motor Voltage: .7 Amps
• Surge Motor Voltage: 1.2 Amps

Speed:

• Deploying Elevation: 10° per sesond
• Deploying Azimuth: 12° per second
• Peaking: 12° per second (Acquisition time is 2 to 4 minutes typical)

Dimensions of Dish:

• Length (Stowed): 35.25 Inches
• Width (Stowed): 21 Inches
• Height (Stowed): 10.5 Inches
• Weight: 35 lbs

Cabling:

• Receive Cables: 2 x RG6
• Electrical Data Interface Cable [Control Cable]: 9 conductor 22AWG 30'

Environment:

• Wind Deployed: 60 mph
• Wind Stowed: 140 mph
• Temperature: Operational from -20°F to 125°F

Controller:

• Nomad, Nomad 2 Universal DVB Controller
• DVB Tuner: Yes
• Software: Embedded
• Controller Voltage: 12V DC 4 Amp, 500mAMP
• Receiver Compatibility: Any Dish Pro Dish Network, or Bell ExpressVu Receiver