Satellite Services

Description Fixed C-band satellite uplink service for analog, standard definition and high definition video feeds. Fully redundant dual thread transmission chain with backup power generator. Can directly access any domestic C-band orbital satellite. Supports 4:2:0 and 4:2:2 high definition at 480P, 720P and 1080i and variant resolutions. Fiber optic connections from many points on campus.

Downlink analog video service to any point on campus with a CATV or other video connection.
Connect to Service at http://www.its.uiowa.edu/tns/
Support link None
Getting help/information Contact Video Services main office at 21 LC, PH 319-335-5898.
Support hours 24x7
Signing up Contact Video Services main office 319-335-5898.
Charges Business Hours      After Hours
Downlink                                      $37.50/hr                 $42.50/hr
Uplink (U of I)                               $150/hr                    $200/hr
                                                    $75 add half hr        $75 add half hr
Uplink (external)                            $300/half hr             $350/half hr
                                                    $150 add half hr       $175 add half hr
Uplink Football Game                                                    $2,500
Uplink Basketball Game                                                 $2,200
For Community Members (non-UI), Departmental Service, Researchers
Status Production