EXPLORER 6075LX Stabilized Auto-Acquire Antenna System for Inmarsat Global Xpress
98-165591-B
Chapter 2: Introduction
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Satellite service
The EXPLORER 6075LX operates in the Ka-band (19.2 to 30 GHz) and uses the Inmarsat
Global Xpress service, see below.
Global Xpress (GX) service
The Global Xpress service from Inmarsat delivers consistent high-performance download
speeds of up to 50 Mbps and 5 Mbps over the uplink. The following figure shows the
coverage map of the GX service.
The satellite positions and predefined satellite profiles are listed in the table below.
Service activation
The service is activated by your service provider. For details, contact your service provider.
Figure 2-2: GX coverage map
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a. Source: www.inmarsat.com
Satellite profile
Satellite
Longitude
Color in
GX coverage map
GX profile
Automatic selection
Manual 62.6E GX
I-5 F1
62.6 E
Green
Manual 55.0W GX
I-5 F2
55.0 W
Light blue
Manual 179.6E GX
I-5 F3
179.6 E
Dark blue
Manual 56.5E GX
I-5 F4
56.5 E
Red
Table 2-1: Satellite names, positions and belonging profiles
I-5 F2
I-5 F1
I-5 F3
I-5 F4
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over at least 99% of this area
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This map is for general information purposes only and should not be construed or used as a legal
description or representation. No guarantee or warranty is given that the map is spatially or temporally
accurate or fit for a particular use. Coverage is subject to change at any time. Inmarsat shall have no
liability for decisions made or actions taken/not taken in reliance upon the map or for any resulting
losses suffered. Global Xpress coverage April 2019.
