User guide

Appendix B - Antenna Visibility B-1
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ANTENNA VISIBILITY
General
Antenna Visibility is a powerful tool in the VMS that allows an operator to
control the spectrum used by the VMS switching engine. Simply stated, it
allows the operator on a site by site basis to block portions of the satellite or
transponder bandwidth from being used by the bandwidth manager, even if a
defined bandwidth pool exists within the blocked portion.
Antenna visibility can be used in a variety of ways. However, great care must be
taken when implementing this powerful tool in a Vipersat satellite network, or
unexpected results will occur.
Warning: Do Not use antenna visibility without a thorough understanding of the
mechanics involved. It is highly recommended that an operator
complete the Vipersat Advanced VMS training course that includes
coverage of Antenna Visibility prior to configuring a live network with
this feature.