Remote Area Business Message Network [ RABMN ]

Remote Area Business Message Network [RABMN] - VSATs provides instant data communication between computers and data terminals. This is a satellite based network that provides communication to any remote part of India. Network   The network consists of the Master Earth Station along with the Packet Switch located at Sikandarabad (U.P) and customer terminals known as micro earth stations or VSATs (Very Small Aperture Terminals) located at customer premises. VSATs are linked to the Master Earth Station through the Satellite. Customers can connect their data terminals to the VSATs and transmit data. System Concept is shown in the diagram below:

VSAT Details

VSATs are supplied by M/s India SATCOM Ltd. Bangalore.   Cost of a VSAT is about 3.5 Lakhs.   VSATs are readily available.   Each VSAT provides 2 ports for connecting data terminals.

Services on RABMN

Interactive data communication at speed up to 9600 Bps   Access to Packet Switched public Data Network(Inet)   Access to International Data Networks through Gateway Packet    Switch(GPSS) of VSNL   Access to National /International Telex Networks   PSTN dial-out facility through Inet   Access to Internet   Access to HV NET

Technology

Satellite based Packet Switched Data Service using Spread    Spectrum Technology   Use of very small earth station terminals at customer premises   Provides interference free service and security in data transmission   Terminals available with Asynchronous/ X.25 Protocol.

Applications  :

For business industries in remote locations   Banking Network   Reservation System for Airlines/Railways/Hotels   Stock Exchange Information   Remote Monitoring & Control   Disaster relief operation

Benefits :

Instant communication to any part of India/World   Terminals can be located anywhere including hilly regions and islands   Faster installation   Real time applications   Error free, accurate and reliable transmission.   Elimination of last mile problem of cable pair and overhead lines

Customer Status

Out of the network Capacity of 1000 VSATs, over 420 are in service Major users of network are Department of Posts, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited etc.

Tariff

Satellite Access charges @ Rs 5000/- per month per terminal. Traffic Charges : National: Rs 50/- per kilosegment of data transmitted (equivalent to 32 pages of A4 size information) International: Rs 200/- per kilosegment of data transmitted in addition to duration charges of Rs 4/- per minute Additional charges for calls to telex network  60% rebate on total volume Data Charges. Network The network consists of a Hub located at Bangalore and VSATs located throughout the country. The VSAT communicates to the HUB through Express AM1 Satellite. All VSATs are connected in STAR topology and VSAT to VSAT communication is through the HUB at Bangalore. For more information on the service kindly read the FAQ . Ku band VSAT network of BSNL is capable of providing high speed data transfer up to 2Mbps (presently 512 Kbps) and voice communication service covering the entire country. TARIFF BSNL offers competitive and affordable Tariff. The Tariff is offered based on customer applications. CUSTOMER CARE Reliability of Network 99% and above. 24x7 Help Desk and Technical support. Zone wise customer support centers for quick Fault clearance. Billing information can be accessed through Web Self care. Complaints can be booked either through internet, Toll free Phone Number . For details kindly contact Ph: 080-26643766, E-Mail to dgmkuband @ bsnl.co.in Address : Deputy General Manager (SAT), 3 rd Floor, Sanchar Complex, WMS Compound, 9 th Main, 47 th Cross, 5 th Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore-560041 Phone: 080-26633400, Fax: 080-26630066.  •  What is VSAT? VSAT is a Very Small Aperture Terminal , aligned towards a designated Satellite for up-linking and down-linking communication signals. •  Why VSAT? Anywhere connectivity is made possible even at those locations, which can not be connected through conventional media like copper cable, optical fibre, radio, microwave and any other wire-line / wireless links. VSAT is a versatile solution, not only as a reliable primary link for non feasible areas, but also as a very successful alternate technology for back link. It also offers plethora of telecom services viz. data transfer, internet, voice, video etc. •  Why BSNL VSAT? BSNL has footprints for supporting 512Kbps and above data rate anywhere in the main land and partly at the islands. Presently Express AM1 Satellite is in use for BSNL VSAT service. BSNL offers you the full advantage of satellite technology for non feasible areas and also seamlessly interconnect the existing MPLS-VPN and MLLN leased lines. Only BSNL has the unique capability to reach nook and corner of India. •  For whom the VSAT is most useful? The BSNL VSAT Broadband Services on a single platform is a boon to the Corporate bodies, Banking Sector, Hospitals, Stock Exchanges, Educational Institutions, Government, Defence, Airlines, Mining Corporations, Power Projects etc. for quick network deployment including inaccessible remote areas.   •  What are the services offered through BSNL VSAT? BSNL VSAT is a single platform for all your communication needs like: Leased Lines starting from 4Kbps onwards High speed Broadband Internet IP Multicasting, Video Conferencing Voice Telephone, Facsimile •  What are the components of VSAT? The VSAT hardware consists of IDU and ODU . •  What are IDU and ODU? The IDU (In-Door Unit) is a satellite modem which converts IP signals into radio signals. The ODU (Out-Door Unit) consists of Dish antenna, up converter, and amplifier. Antenna sizes: 1.2m/1.8m/2.4m •  What are the Salient features of BSNL VSAT? Trans / Receive Data rates of 512 Kbps and above 10/100 Mbps Ethernet Interface Voice Telephony with add on ATA (Analog Telephone Adaptor) Very minimal power consumption: 75W Sleek and Compact IDU (Table mountable), occupies very little space of 25 cm x 21cm x 6cm •  Has BSNL VSAT got any unique features in comparison with others ? Dynamic Bandwidth Allocation Unique MAC Address for IDU Dynamic control of power to combat the rain attenuation Seamless interconnectivity with BSNL MLLN, Internet, MPLS-VPN Networks Single window for any telecom solution •  What is the technology of BSNL VSAT system? Frequency band - Ku band ( Uplink: 14GHz, Dn link: 11GHz) Outbound Link - OFDM Inbound Link - TDMA Modulation - QPSK Coding - Turbo Product Coding Multiplex Technology - OFDMA with TDM Overlay •  What kind of Customer Service can I expect? Reliability of network: better than 99.0% Customer Support Service Centres across the country Complaint booking through Internet / Toll free number Help Desk / Technical Support on 24X7 basis •  Who are the clientele for BSNL VSAT service ? BSNL VSAT customers are: PNB, SBI, Vijaya Bank, Syndicate Bank, Bank of MH, Air India, King Fisher Airlines, LIC, ONGC, IOCL, NHPC, NTPC, NIC (State Govt. Projects), Power Grid, GB Pant Institute, Singareni Collieries, BEML, HLL, Jindal, KLE Society (Medical), Pacenet, ABAN, Trans Ocean and so on. •  Can you arrange for a demo? Yes, we can. A free demonstration can be arranged for prospective corporate customers. On successful demo the same should be regularised by way of a commercial work order.   •  How do I apply for BSNL VSAT Service? Please send your requirements through e-mail to: dgmkubandstr@gmail.com or fax to 080-26630066, the network design to suit your requirements and tariff offer will be through mutual discussions. For application download, click on “Download VSAT Form” from our website: bsnl.co.in or contact: 080-26645177 between 10 AM to 5 PM on all working days. FEATURES OF THE SYSTEM  IP based VSAT Broad Band service Maximum Trans/Receive Data up to 2Mbps with 10/100 Mbps Base-T Ethernet Interface. Voice Telephony with add on ATA (Analog Telephone Adaptor) Power consumption is about 300W (AC input power supply) Compact Indoor Unit (IDU) occupies very little space. Supports all IP v4 protocols Shared and customized Bandwidth for customer's requirements. VPNs can be created with VSAT Network, MLLN nodes, MPLS nodes of BSNL. Supports Video Conferencing, Built in GRE Tunneling, Transparent to IP Sec protocols. The Outdoor Unit consists of antenna (1.2m, 1.8m) and Block Up Convertor (BUC), Block down Convertor and feeder assembly. The IDU is connected to VSAT Antenna through RG-6 cable of maximum 30m length. Contact : For further details: Jt.DDG(NOCC) 214, Eastern Court JanpathNew Delhi.-110 001 [ Phone: +91-11-23329470 &  23323182 Fax:+91-11-23329470 ] For Registration:   O/o Chief General Manager Data Networks 4th Floor, Lobby No. 1, Mahanagar Doorsanchar Sadan,9 CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003 Phone: +91-11-24326781