BW first to commission new X1 modems

I've spoken with Anthony at Bentley Walker asking more about these iDirect X1 customer routers.

These routers provide, as expected, conventional broadband access to the internet, web page downloads, email, VoIP etc.

They are physically smaller and cheaper than the old X3 version and, optionally, come as a bundle (dish, feed, LNB, small size ORU).


Installers will be pleased to note that they have a web screen interface for configuration - instead of options file.

In addition to people wanting satellite internet access, these routers are also suitable for remote controlled unmanned locations where data tele-command/telemetry is the requirement.  Optionally the X1 router comes in an external IP67 weatherproof box suitable for pole mounting.


Many thousands of such X1 routers are expected to be used for SCADA, smart meter reading, weather stations, gas and oil pipelines and pumping stations, miltary and security sites.

I've put some details about the new X1 modem here: https://www.satsig.net/idirect/iDirect-X1-routers.htm

iDirect Evolution X1 router specification

iDirect Evolution X1 outdoor router specification


As per their message above, Bentley Walker have upgraded all their eight Ku band worldwide iDirect networks to the new iDX3.1 level to enable these new X1 routers to be used. See here for more details of iDX3.1 and all the BW coverage maps: https://www.satsig.net/idirect/iDirect-iDX3-1.htm  BW expect to start operation of the iDirect X1 in Ka band on Hylas in mid 2012. This will provide Ka coverage in Europe, Middle East and Africa.

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Best regards, Eric.

Bentley sales told me this modem is $850 ,why should i buy it for $850,too expensive !