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Ground Control provides premium grade iDirect broadband Internet and Phone communication on satellite GE23 that services much of the South Pacific. We offer
Fixed or Mobile broadband solutions and have an extensive worldwide installer base
to get your system up in running in days. |
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Monthly Plans
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Transfer Speeds
Down x Up |
CIR
Down x Up |
Contention
Ratio |
Overage
Costs
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Monthly
Price
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6 GB
7 GB
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512 x 256 Kbps
512 x 512 Kbps
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0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
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30:1 |
$0.19
Per MB |
$529
$789
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8 GB
13 GB
20 GB
30 GB
40 GB
50 GB
60 GB |
1024 x 256 Kbps
1024 x 512 Kbps
1536 x 512 Kbps
2048 x 512 Kbps
2048 x 1024 Kbps
3072 x 1024 Kbps
4092 x 1024 Kbps |
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps |
30:1 |
$0.15
Per MB |
$839
$1,099
$1,799
$2,569
$3,549
$4,749
$6,159 |
| Unlimited Use |
512 x 256 Kbps
1024 x 256 Kbps
1024 x 512 Kbps
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64 x 64 CIR
128 x 128 CIR
256 x 256 CIR |
30:1 |
$0.00 |
$3,599
$5,739
$9,999
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► A 30:1 contention ratio has twice as many subscribers as a 15:1 plan and may be slower.
► We also offer 5:1, 3:1 and 1:1 contentions ratios. Please call for quote.
► There is a one time $150 activation fee using the GE23 SP satellite beam.
► Use your existing satellite equipment with Ground Control.
► Information on iDirect satellite equipment.
► All plans listed are one year term that revert to month-to-month at the end of term.
► Month-to-Month term plans are available for an additional cost.
► Service requires a 1.2 meter satellite dish with 6 Watt BUC transmitter.
► Works with our VoIP service with crystal clear calling.
► All speeds are listed in Kilobits per second.
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Monthly Plans
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Transfer Speeds
Down x Up |
CIR
Down x Up |
Contention
Ratio |
Overage
Costs
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Monthly
Price
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10 GB
12 GB
15 GB
20 GB
30 GB
40 GB
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512 x 256 Kbps
512 x 512 Kbps
1024 x 256 Kbps
1024 x 512 Kbps
1536 x 512 Kbps
2048 x 512 Kbps
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0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps |
20:1 |
$0.15
Per MB |
$999
$1,309
$1,439
$1,779
$2,279
$2,549
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| Unlimited Use |
512 x 256 Kbps
1024 x 256 Kbps
1024 x 512 Kbps
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64 x 64
128 x 128
256 x 256 |
20:1 |
$0.00 |
$3,599
$5,739
$9,999
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► A 20:1 contention ratio has twice as many subscribers as a 10:1 plan and may be slower.
► We offer 5:1, 3:1 and 1:1 contentions ratios. Please call for quote.
► There is a one time $300 activation fee using the GE23 SWP satellite beam.
► Use your existing satellite equipment with Ground Control.
► Information on iDirect satellite equipment.
► All plans listed are one year term that revert to month-to-month at the end of the term.
► Month-to-Month term plans are available for an additional cost.
► Service requires a 1.8 meter satellite dish with 4 Watt BUC transmitter.
► Works with our VoIP service with crystal clear calling.
► All speeds are listed in Kilobits per second.
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Monthly Plans
|
Transfer Speeds
Down x Up |
CIR
Down x Up |
Contention
Ratio |
Overage
Costs
|
Monthly
Price
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10 GB
12 GB
15 GB
20 GB
30 GB
40 GB
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512 x 256 Kbps
512 x 512 Kbps
1024 x 256 Kbps
1024 x 512 Kbps
1536 x 512 Kbps
2048 x 512 Kbps
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0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps
0 x 0 Kbps |
20:1 |
$0.15
Per MB |
$999
$1,309
$1,439
$1,779
$2,279
$2,549
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| Unlimited Use |
512 x 256 Kbps
1024 x 256 Kbps
1024 x 512 Kbps
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64 x 64
128 x 128
256 x 256 |
20:1 |
$0.00 |
$3,599
$5,739
$9,999
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► A 20:1 contention ratio has twice as many subscribers as a 10:1 plan and may be slower.
► We offer 5:1, 3:1 and 1:1 contentions ratios. Please call for quote.
► There is a one time $300 activation fee using the GE23 SEP satellite beam.
► Use your existing satellite equipment with Ground Control.
► Information on iDirect satellite equipment.
► All plans listed are one year term that revert to month-to-month at the end of the term.
► Month-to-Month term plans are available for an additional cost.
► Service requires a 1.8 meter satellite dish with 4 Watt BUC transmitter.
► Works with our VoIP service with crystal clear calling.
► All speeds are listed in Kilobits per second.
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Popular Equipment Solutions
The iDirect Evolution X5 satellite router is an easy-to-deploy solution with fast processing capabilities on a star topology network. The X5 features advanced QoS and traffic prioritization capabilities supporting superior processing speeds for data rates of up to 138 Mbps downstream and and 11.8 Mbps upstream. An ideal solution for fixed and mobile business critical applications.
● Star topology
● Advanced QoS prioritization
iDirect Evolution X5 Satellite Router Brochure & Spec Sheet |
- $300 USD plus toolbag (if tools are not owned)
Train to become a certified Installer for our fixed systems and avoid the costs associated with a typical installation. This is recommend for some customers where local installers may not be available, or costs to transport the technician to the installation site is high.

Online Installation Certification will require the technician to prove ownership of certain specialized satellite pointing tools, or purchase the certified installer tool bag that includes all tools necessary for an installation. For more information on online installation, please visit this page. |
Other Satellite Services
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$49.95 a month for 1000 minutes
Super low-latency (500 milliseconds) with a "local" number to make and receive crystal clear calls over our iDirect satellite service. more |
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A Portable 1.2 Meter Satellite Dish
Consider having a portable Case-Based mobile satellite system and store it until you require it. This solution is easily mounted on a roof of a building, or on top of a vehicle roof rack. more |
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A Mobile - Transportable Hotspot
Ground Control manufactures the Toughsat T-100 Multi-Purpose Satellite Communications Trailer to create a half-mile (.82 Kilometers) wireless access point for any in-range device. An instant communications portal for any location. more
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Virtual Private Networking
If you require a VPN, Ground Control's network will be compatible with many existing VPN solutions. We also sell the Encore series VPN for a cost effective solution. more |
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Portable BGAN terminals will fit inside of a laptop case and deliver 492 Kbps of broadband speed as well as high quality satellite phone communication. The hardened case is excellent for all weather operation in extreme environments.
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All of our satellite phones are capable of low-speed Interned connections. Ground Control offers the most popular brands along with service plans that we support globally 24-7.
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The IsatPhone Link from Inmarsat is fixed location satellite telephone with a high-performance external antenna.
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How To Install A High-Performance Satellite System
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Ground Control has numerous service plans not listed, so please contact us for developing a service plan to your requirements. |
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Prior to installation, you may need to see if your intended installation location has an obstacle in front of it that would block the satellite signal. This is common in downtown locations, or valleys with mountains and trees. Use this handy little tool to find out. More |
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We have a variety of high-performance iDirect antennas and radios from .98 meter to 2.4 meter and from 3 Watt to a cloud busting 20 Watt radio. We can help you decide on which system is right for you. |
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Please inquire with Ground Control regarding fixed or mobile installations
in your area. You may also take the online installation training course and
become certified to perform installations of our VSAT equipment. |
Questions? Phone 001-805-783-4600 sales@groundcontrol.com
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