AMC 1
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AMC 1 is a geosynchronous satellite used for communications. It is a hybrid C Band/Ku band spacecraft. It is currently operated by SES Americom.
Spacecraft design: Lockheed Martin A2100
Orbital location: 103° W
Design life: 15 years
Launch Date: September 8, 1996
Vehicle: Atlas IIA
C-band payload: 24 x 36 MHz
Amp type: SSPA, 12- to 18-watt (adjustable)
Amp redundancy: 16 for 12
Receiver redundancy: 4 for 2
Coverage: CONUS, Alaska, Hawaii, Mexico, Caribbean, Canada
Ku-band payload: 24 x 36 MHz
Amp type: TWTA, 60-watt
Amp redundancy: 18 for 12
Receiver redundancy: 4 for 2
Coverage: CONUS, Alaska, Hawaii, Northern Mexico, Southern Canada[1]
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