NGD SATCOM Proof of Concept

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Ed Kronholms Notes On the ARNG Satellite System
Part 1/2 December 2000
This proof of concept presentation was originally
given to the Army National Guard Leadership in
May of 2000. Subsequent approval for the concept
was given. This system is One-Way Video and
Two-Way Audio. The origination sites will NOT be
able to see viewers at each remote site, but can
have real time audio exchange depending upon the
number of sites involved. You will notice that we
are somewhat behind the timed phase lines due to
a slowness in the release of funding. We now
expect to begin the roll out of the downlinks in
the first quarter of Calendar Year 2001. The
equipment set will normally include the 1.2 meter
dish seen in slide 10. Most will be roof
mounted if possible to allow for clearer
reception and less damage potential. Some sites
in Alaska and other locations may require a
larger dish as seen in slide 11. The equipment
set seen in slide 12 is representative of what
the equipment consists of except that the ARNG
version will not include a computer, nor will it
initially contain keypad response systems as
shown. It will include Push-To-Talk microphones
for interactivity, a VCR and two IRDs for
simultaneous reception of two programs at once.
The TV monitor furnished may also be different
than that shown.
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Ed Kronholms Notes On the ARNG Satellite System
Part 2/2 December 2000
By completing this network, the ARNG will not
only supplement the existing DTTP terrestrial
network, but it will also enhance its access to
existing and new satellite programming,
especially in those locations where terrestrial
access is difficult. The ARNG will also join the
ANG, USAF, USAFR, USA, DISA, DLA, USCG, and DEOMI
as military operators all using the same common
digital satellite platform. Federal operators
include the FAA, DOE, Fish and Wildlife, US
Courts, EPA, DOJ, and US Park Service. Together,
this programming consortium, known collectively
as the Government Education and Training Network
or GETN, , now sharing more and more programming,
will operate over 1,000 common use downlinks
across the country delivering in excess of 8,000
hours of instruction each year via satellite.
For a further information about GETN and how a
typical network, like the USAFs works, please
visit http//getn.govdl.org/what_is_getn.htm
and/or http//atn.afit.af.mil/images/ATN20Web20B
rief.ppt For a current listing of Interagency
programming, please visit http//www.dlnets.com/i
tv.htmcurrent Potential ARNG program
origination sites in the near term include the
PEC, the WAATS, the EAATS and Ft. Rucker as well
as the ARNG Readiness Center. None of these
locations will initially have an actual satellite
uplink, but will be linked terrestrially with an
existing GETN uplink. If you have further
questions, please call us toll free at
877-820-0305 or email edkronholm_at_aol.com
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NGB DTTP Satellite Integration Proof of
Concept Extending the Reach Discussion
Draft17 May 2000
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Proof of Concept Goals

• Enhance Network
• Supplement existing terrestrial network
• Support continuity of operations
• Offload bandwidth demands on terrestrial network
• Deliver data efficiently and cost-effectively
• Augment Learning Opportunities
• Advance ADL anytime, anyplace capability on
  demand
• Extend learning resource lifetime
• Augment learning resource availability/access
  thru mix of platforms
• Leverage Delivery and Learning Resources
• Extend NG Purple reach via collaboration of
  NGB, ARNG, ANG assets
• Mobilize Government Education Telecommunications
  Network (GETN)
• Utilize shared use partners resources

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History Background

• The Government Education and Training Network
  (GETN) (http//www.fgdla.org/getn2.htm)
• The Air National Guard Air Warrior Network
  (200 sites currently up to 75
  more)
• PEC Webcasting Demo to White House and DOA
• The May 00 Atlanta Meeting Outcome
  (EDS/GE Spacenet/Gilat vs. ATT/CMS)
  (www.convergent.com)
  (www.dlnets.com/ARNGJun00/sld001.htm)

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The Concept
Learning Resource Originators
Enhance Network
Augment Learning Opportunities
Downlink/IRD x N DTTP sites
Uplink Facilities
Downlink/IRD x 54 STARC sites
Leverage Delivery Learning Resources

Downlink/IRD x N ANG sites
Reusable
Digitized, Archived, Catalogued Repurposed SAT
COM-delivered Learning Resources via
Internet/Intranet
On Demand
Anytime, Anywhere
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Phase One (FY00)

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Phase Two (FY01)

• Evaluate need and fund for separate NG Uplink
• Determine need funding requirement for
  broadcast suites
• Revise network and site architecture as required
• Roll out more downlinks as required and funded
• Expand access to Military and Shared Use
  content
• Develop and assess quality and performance
  benchmarks
• Refine Cost/Benefit Analysis
• Maintain and update as required

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Phase Three (FY02)

• Roll out additional downlinks as required and
  funded
• Complete NG Uplink facility if justified
• Expand access to Military and Shared Use
  content
• Evaluate and assess quality and performance
  benchmarks
• Consider purchase of own channel if demand is
  justified

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Satellite Footprint Includes Hawaii, Alaska, PR,
VI
Footprint of Telstar 4
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Most Locations Will Have This Type of
Non-Penetrating Rooftop Mount
Typical 1.2M Non-penetrating Downlink Installation
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Some Locations in Alaska May Require Larger Dishes
Typical 2.4M Penetrating Roof Mount Installation
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Typical Site Equipment Set (Less Computer)
Includes Monitor, IRD, VCR, and Push-To-Talk
Interactive Devices
Interactive Training Display Package